The Red Lion, Oxford

A large and rather swish cocktail bar and restaurant with upmarket furnishings and rather supercilious staff. A forlorn clutch of handpumps had Landlord and Doom Bar clips reversed, although interestingly no cask ales were showing on the price list so it is unclear if they are still stocked. The curved building frontage and the large patio garden at the rear are notable, but otherwise a waste of space.

Can't really comment on the beer - as it was a rare off day for me. Its Cask Marque accredited, so I still claimed the QR code. Quite a mad environment for a pub. The queue of punters stretched from the front door - to a single manned till. Wetherspoons, Airport style. The reason - is the food - can't imagine there is a better Sunday lunch in Oxford. Service was slow (45 mins) but there were so busy. The waiter was very good/polite/apologetic and helps rescue the visit. Best part - on a sunday - is the outdoor patio. Huge sun trap. Go for food - other places to drink.