The Duck On The Pond - Cherwell

I have booked on Saturday lunch for a large family group from far and wide and the new owners were very courteous and during our visit. the service and eating were both very good and the pub itself is very attractive. we used both the outside seat and the inside area and there was nothing to blame.

Home grown and seasonal elements, super presentation but most importantly taste, taste, taste! I had mussels, belly pork and an amazing pud, my husband had crispy pigs head and beautifully cooked duck. The place is cosy country farmhouse chic, crockery makes it feel like a...really special and elevated experience, great selection of wines and beers and something for everyone on the menu. Can't recommend enough, and pricing very reasonable

Oh my, what a truly eggcellent find. I had visited here a long time ago under previous owners, so was expecting decent pub grub. But we were truly taken aback by the quality of the food we were served. The chicken liver parfait was, quite...simply, parfait (perfect), the crayfish bisque was souper, the whipped chocolate dessert unbeatable and the wine list an absolute corker. Seriously, duck and food puns aside, this pub is a perfect place to enjoy sumptuous cuisine. And you can even bring the dog. You'd be barking not to try it.

We had a very nice lunch. Nice touches included home made bread and butter and freshly made chocolates with the bill. We had Duck, Lamb and Fish and Chips. All cooked well with polite prompt service. We will be back to try the Sunday lunch...menu. Well done to all.

We visited the pub after a recommdation, very disappointed, excellent service,unfortunately the food didn't match,overcooked lamb we were told it was served pink,it came well done,only veg were 4 small pieces of squash. We had the cheese board,3 thin slices of bland cheese and raw...honey on a spoon,I assume the ho ey was to add some flavour to the cheese.We will definitely not be returning.