The Bear, Oxford - pub details
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Address: 6 Alfred Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 4EH [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 1823)
Oxford (0.7 miles), Radley (5 miles)
Brewery: Fullers
Pub facilities/features:
- Food served, Real ale
- Outside seating
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> Current user rating: 7.1/10 (rated by 118 users)
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user reviews of the Bear, Oxford
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| I am liking what Mcroyal said on 1 June last year as it pretty much encapsulates the situation one finds at this cosy, welcoming and actually much-improved backstreet boozer. Last time I bothered to step in here it was a nice enough experience, but not one which was especially worthy of repeating. That seems to have changed since Fuller's reign began. The Bear does seem to attract a pleasing plethora of punters, especially at busy lunch and evening sessions and there is an authentic conviviality between bar staff and customers. They are well-informed about what's on offer (the ales in particular) and many a local and tourist leaves the bar safe in the knowledge they've been given a genuinely good pint of real English beer. There is an olde-worlde vibe, not least because of the tight layout, but also the building has mercifully remained relatively untouched by modern intrusions, even after the Fuller's takeover. The club tie collection might sound a little pretentious to some but then in the Oxfordian context no-one could deny that it fits right in! The standard Fuller's range is much in evidence but - hurrah - foresight has prevailed here and they allow a decent couple of guests to share bar space (given the nearby competition of the Turf where even GK allow numerous other beers to be sold, this is a wise move). I sampled the Shotover Prospect and found it to be in splendid shape - really enjoyed it. I can't comment about grub; being a Fuller's house now I expect the Bear serves the usual roll-call of restaurant-sounding recipes as they all do. Mark you, the meals are unlikely to be the best value. Fuller's have a universal pricing strategy based on affluent middle-class London, and this outlet is no exception just because it's in Oxford. Then again I sensed that there's quite enough cash flowing around to sustain a good sesh here, steep though it may seem. I must say I'm persuaded to add the Bear to the ever-lengthening list of must-visit pubs here, as provided one can secure a decent seat (ideally at the bar!) then there's nothing to not like. Might add that Prospect to the equally-expansive list of must-quaff beers too. TWG - 9 May 2012 16:49 |
| Very popular and busy Fuller's pub. Lots of ties in display cases. Not cheap i grant you. £3.60 for ESB would be a bargain in my local in South London. Wood floor and fittings. rpf1955 - 27 Mar 2012 13:03 |
| At £3.60 for a pint of ESB this pub is seriously taking the p*ss. Hodge1 - 9 Sep 2011 08:48 |
| Popped in to escape a very busy saturday Oxford. There were 6 beers on the wicket, although a couple of them were going off. 4 were Fullers (Pride, Chiswick, ESB and HSB) and the others Shotover's Prospect and Butcombe Bitter (both excellent). The pub was very hot and humid inside, but had a steady stream of custom. Worth a visit if it's quiet. mafting - 9 Jul 2011 23:11 |
| Hard to add to the review below (mcroyal) - perhaps a visit before the evening rush saw it at it's best; a great place to read a book with excellent local beer. Similar feel to the Free Press in Cambridge. Beer prices higher in Cambridge ! mtaylor40 - 9 Jun 2011 22:07 |
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