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    The Gate Hangs High

    62 Reviews
    #56 of 155 Restaurants in Banbury
    $$ - $$$
    Bar
    , British,
    Pub
    Whichford Road | Hook Norton, Banbury, England
    01608-73-73-87
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    Overview
    4.0
    62 reviews
    • Excellent47%
    • Very good37%
    • Average11%
    • Poor4%
    • Terrible1%
    Travellers talk about
    “steak pie” (2 reviews)
    “pastry” (3 reviews)
    “hook norton brewery” (5 reviews)
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    CUISINES
    Bar, British, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly
    PRICE
    $$ - $$$
    RATINGS
    Service
    Food
    Value
    Atmosphere
    LOCATION
    Whichford Road | Hook Norton, Banbury, England
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    1 - 10 of 62 reviews

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Excellent food

    We had roast pork served with a selection of lovely vegetables. The staff are friendly, the menu is fairly limited, but reasonably priced. We also had breakfast, which was made with lovely local produce, the bacon was amazing!

    Thank Karen G
    Reviewed 11 March 2018 via mobile
    Best Sunday lunch !

    We visit the area on a regular basis and always go to The Gate ,Sunday lunch is consistently excellent , sticky toffee pudding a must !!

    Thank Avril360
    Reviewed 8 December 2017 via mobile
    Lovely

    Had the ‘proper’ pie, this was as stated, encased in crusty pastry. It was delicious, served with crispy on the outside chips (mash was an option). On a cold snowy night this friendly pub was a good choice to stop at, good home cooked food,...More

    Thank David C
    Reviewed 13 November 2017
    Lovely evening meal out

    Went for dinner with my parents on Sunday evening. The roast was perfect, service fantastic and a lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend.

    Thank Kat K
    Reviewed 8 August 2017 via mobile
    Could do better

    A clean and orderly room if a little dated (70s twee country) and in need of a refurb. We shared a starter of peppered squid which was ok. My - as per menu: "Proper Pie," steak and ale content, was plentiful and of good pastry...More

    1  Thank Joebelvedere
    Reviewed 2 August 2017
    Pie and pint heaven.

    This rural wayside pub is efficiently run by a welcoming, friendly landlord offering prompt and cheerful service. If you are looking, as we were, for a cracking lunchtime pint or two of Old Hooky to wash down an authentic, home-made proper pie and crispy chips,...More

    Thank Barnabee797
    Reviewed 2 July 2017 via mobile
    Good food, handy for lunch after brewery tour

    We were recommended here for lunch after completing the Hook Norton brewery tour. Good home cooked food. Service was a little slow, considering it wasn't packed out with people, but as we were not in a rush, it wasn't a major issue.

    Thank SaffronHouse
    Reviewed 16 June 2017
    Home made and means it

    FABULOUS home made steak pie and best chips ever. Not fast food - be prepared for a little wait but worth it for great freshly cooked food. Dog friendly too and excellent friendly service we will be back and soon.

    Thank Paul B
    Reviewed 23 May 2017
    Friendly pub

    Stayed here for 1 night, didn't eat in the restaurant but the food looked great and the beer was from the local brewery.will try the food next time we are in this area.Staff very polite and helpful.

    Thank Nigel G
    Reviewed 20 May 2017 via mobile
    Good food and service

    No more needs to be said than this. Friendly service and atmosphere. Well worth the visit and don't forget to have a pint of the excellent hook norton beer

    Thank Ian B
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Cuisine
    Bar, British, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly
    Meals
    Dinner, Lunch
    Restaurant features
    Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible
    Good for
    Kids, Groups, Child-friendly
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    6:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
    Monday
    11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
    Tuesday
    11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
    Wednesday
    11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
    Thursday
    11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
    Friday
    11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
    Saturday
    11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: Whichford Road | Hook Norton, Banbury, England
    • Location: Europe  >  United Kingdom (UK)  >  England  >  Oxfordshire  >  Banbury
    • Phone Number: 01608-73-73-87
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