Welcome to La table d’Alix at The Plough
La table d’Alix at The Plough, located in Great Haseley, offers a unique dining experience marked by stunning views and friendly service. Guests rave about the charming atmosphere, featuring mismatched chairs and a converted sewing machine as a table centerpiece. The menu boasts exceptional dishes such as tender bouillabaisse and delectable lamb rump, showcasing both creativity and flavor depth. Customers highlight the superb midweek lunch menus, excellent value, and thoughtfully prepared meals. The restaurant, with its warm hospitality, creates memorable moments, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers within an hour from London. Enjoy a remarkable meal and delightful cocktails in a welcoming setting.
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Rectory Rd, Great Haseley, Oxford OX44 7JQ, United KingdomRectory Rd, Great Haseley, Oxford OX44 7JQ, United Kingdom Hotline: +44 1844 279283
Welcome to La table d’Alix at The Plough, a hidden gem nestled in the scenic countryside of Great Haseley, Oxford. This enchanting pub and restaurant harmoniously blends a rustic atmosphere with exquisite culinary offerings, making it a true destination for food lovers. Just an hour from London, it’s a must-visit for a delightful escape from the city.
The first thing you’ll notice when stepping inside is the eclectic decor. The mismatched chairs and converted sewing machine tables create a charming ambiance that feels both homely and unique. It’s a testament to the care and creativity poured into every detail, providing diners with a warm and inviting experience.
As you settle in, the exceptional service from Antoine and his dedicated team will make you feel right at home. Guests rave about the friendly atmosphere and efficiency, ensuring that your focus remains on the culinary delights to come.
The food at La table d’Alix is nothing short of extraordinary. Diners have praised dishes like the bouillabaisse, featuring fresh fish that bursts with flavor, and the lamb rump, which exemplifies tenderness and culinary accuracy. For a unique twist, the lobster Caesar salad is a true standout, lavishly adorned with generous portions of succulent lobster, elevating a classic dish to new heights.
If you're seeking an indulgent lunch, the midweek set menus provide remarkable value without sacrificing quality. Whether it's the cheese soufflé with its soft, cheesy texture or the tender sea scallops served with pancetta and refined greens, each dish reflects a deep commitment to flavor and artistry.
And let’s not forget the desserts! A tarte tartin offers a perfectly sweet finish, while the chocolate surprise, an exquisite mousse on a praline biscuit base, creates a multi-sensory experience that's simply delectable. The thoughtful touches, like a sparkler candle on a birthday dessert, emphasize the personal care woven throughout your dining experience.
Pair your meal with carefully selected wines, recommended by the knowledgeable staff, to enhance the flavors of your chosen dishes. Each sip complements the meal beautifully, ensuring a well-rounded gastronomic journey.
Overall, La table d’Alix at The Plough excels in offering not just food but an unforgettable experience. With stunning views, stellar service, and a menu that celebrates both local and seasonal ingredients, it’s a dining destination that invites you to return time and again. Don’t miss out on this culinary treasure; go before it receives a Michelin star!
Food, table, atmosphere all 5 stars and they do a killer coffee. Not to mention the amazing food. Loved that none of the chairs matched and the table was a converted sowing machine. Service was fast and food was great
The most beautiful pub with beautiful views, the friendliest staff and the midweek lunch time set menus are incredible not just in flavour but in terms of value too! Cannot recommend enough ...
Simply wonderful food, service and setting. Antoine and his team made our meal here one of the best experiences we have had on our UK trip to date. They even dropped us back at our accommodation because we couldn't get a cab! The bouillabaisse was superb, with delicious fresh fish and wonderful nuanced depth of flavour. The lamb rump also excellent. The lobster Caesar was something I've never had before, but again magnificent with generous portions of lobster. This place is a must visit and it's only an hour from London... Go before it gets a Michelin !
We were visiting the area for the weekend celebrating 50th birthday. La Table D'Alix was a salivating experience which we really enjoyed. A lovely warm welcome by the restaurant owners Antoine and their staff. Very helpful and informative on the menus and ingredients. En attendant - Freshly baked bread buns with local butter. Saucisson, a generous sliced cured meat with hazelnuts and gherkins. Tasted very nice and was good whilst the chef prepared and cooked our order. I ordered a Raspberry Cosmopolitan which was served with an orange peel lighted then served in the cocktail to release the orange zest aroma. Starters - Cheese souffle, soft tasty and Cheesy and the accompanying sauce was delicious. Sea scallops, tender, went beautifully with the pancetta and celery micro greens. Mains - Cod, again tender soft and flaky, curry sauce not overpowering, very nice flavour. Hunters Chicken, tenderly cooked and moist with flavourful olive tapenade and basil, the kale was seasoned well and crisp. The Romanesco nicely charred. Desserts - Tarte tartin, sweet pastry with caramelised fruit. Chocolat surprise, oh my word this was soo good! A Chocolate mouse that had a praline biscuit base that resembled maltesers flavour, the mouse was gorgeous and I loved the caramelised crispy zest decorated on top which gave the dessert a hint of sweet lemons. The Staff pleasantly surprised by adding a sparkler candle to my husband's dessert and singing Happy Birthday which was really thoughtful, kind and made the occasion special. Thank you so much! :-) Wines - Upon asking the restaurant owner advice on wines, I had a glass of white wine which was light and fragrant. It accompanied the chicken very well. I also had a dessert wine which was again light, softly sweet and fragrant. We have dined at a few Mitchelin restaurants and this has been an overall very pleasant experience. The Bill was in my view very reasonable for fine dining. I liked that the owner's family participated in the dining experience and it reminded me of time spent in France dining with family and friends. Thank you.
Simply our favourite restaurant, always excellent food and incredibly friendly service. We often go as a whole family and also just the two of us for special celebrations. Highly recommend in every way.
Stunning food from a smaller menu allowing each dish to be Magnifique. I have eaten here for years when I am passing & indeed used to frequent the Swan at Tetsworth where Antoine cooked prior to La table D' Alix. Quirky shabby chic decor with mismatched chairs & table adds to the ambiance & one can easily be fooled into thinking one is in France. Great local ingredients & a real Michelin style touch from the chef always adds up to a fantastic experience. At the very least it deserves a bib gourmand from the eponymous guide. Bravo & keep up the stunning cooking. Lovely garden out back for warmer days.
After living in Benson for a little under 5 years, we tried La table d'Alix last night for the first time, and what a lovely place it was. Superb food, super friendly attentive service, and a nice welcoming atmosphere. We really couldn't find fault with anything, we'll definitely be back! It was so good that we almost missed our taxi home, we'd totally lost track of time! Thanks to the chef for speeding along our deserts and our host & waitress for the complimentary drinks at the end :) Great stuff!
Best lunch we’ve had for a long time! The food was perfection with such high quality ingredients: the biggest king scallop we’ve ever seen, a beautiful beef fillet and delicious creme brulee. They really care about providing the best service and food in a relaxed, friendly manner, which gives a wonderful experience all round. Our hostess even took our baby for a tour around the restaurant to free up our hands for eating. Highly recommend!