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Oxford might be known for its dreaming spires and winding Medieval backstreets but its food isn’t all traditional English fare. A multicultural city, it boasts a range of global cuisines, alongside typical British pub food and modern European dining. There are more than enough mouth-watering food options to make you wish you could extend your trip – here are the best restaurants in Oxford right now, including high-end tapas, Caribbean food, riverside dining and a whole lot more.  🚂 Discover the best day trips from London This guide was last updated by Lauren Corona, a writer based in Oxford. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

Given Oxford’s been around since the eighth century, it’s no wonder the place is absolutely drowning in history – and it’s got so many wonderfully varied series of institutions to match (that you can enter for free) that they even give London a run for its money.  Want some Ming dynasty pottery or pre-Raphaelite masterpieces? Head to the Ashmolean. North African astrolabes and the original Penicillin culture? Try the Museum of Science. Tribal tattoo kits and a Siberian Shaman’s apron? Make a beeline for the Pitt Rivers. If you’ve got kids in tow, you’ll also find a homage to childhood wonder at the Story Museum and work by some of the world’s leading artists at Modern Art Oxford. But the list doesn’t end there – here is our comprehensive roundup of the best museums in Oxford. RECOMMENDED: 🎭The best things to do in Oxford🥗The best restaurants in Oxford🌤️The best places to visit in the UK🍃The best day trips from London