The Crown and Thistle is a newly renovated, stylish restaurant, bar and rooms at the heart of Abingdon-on-Thames 01235 522556
Dating from around 1605, The Crown & Thistle is a meandering 400-year-old grade II listed coaching inn - one that's been immaculately refurbished for 21st century tastes. Our boutique hotel rooms, cosy pub and stylish restaurant are made up of 30 individual buildings, clustered around a listed cobbled courtyard framed by a stunning 200-year-old wisteria. We think you'll agree: it makes for an atmospheric backdrop for anything from a drink with friends to a full-on social event. While this place really is something very special, you don't need a special occasion to enjoy it. - See more at: www.crownandthistleabingdon.co.uk/.
Lo e ly stay. Room was clean and good amenities. Food was really fresh and tasty I'm the restaurant. Plenty of choice. Same witht the breakfast, loads of options. staff were helpful and friendly. Would recommend
Was a first time visit as it was in the middle of me and a friend so we met for lunch. Was lovely! Food was tasty, really cute Christmassy feel and service was great.
I had a roast. They knew about my food intolerances before I arrived as I had rung ahead, but they couldn't care less. Gave me a plate with items on it I couldn't eat. When I told them, they took the plate back to the kitchen and removed the items, (didn't make a fresh plate) and left bits of things I couldn't eat all over the meal. The meal was also stone cold. It was disgusting. I didn't eat any of it. Wouldn't eat here again even I was paid to. Lazy incompetent staff. Oh and they charge a service charge for gluten free (seriously?) - but I was told all the gravy used is gluten free. Coining it in on peoples allergies.
Been here a couple of times to eat - food is very good - but stayed recently for my fantastic son and wonderful daughter-in-law's wedding. It's a brilliant venue for a smaller celebration - there was 40ish for the wedding ceremony & breakfast, then around 80ish for the evening party, and it was perfect! The room where the celebrations were held (must've been stables at one point - rustic and very well done, looked very picturesque) is attached to the main bar area, but separate - so there's plenty of space if you want to dip out for a while - there's even another room attached to the main room (minstrels gallery?) where the evening buffet was served- so it didn't disturb the revelry on the dance floor. Brilliant! (Not that I danced - too old, two left legs). The accommodation rooms are all very well appointed and comfortable - but not easily accessible because of the age of the building - so, a lot of stairs. There's also another restaurant and bar area within the grounds opposite the function rooms - which is joined by a traditional cobbled courtyard (be careful in heels!). Within a two minute walk, there are also beautiful abbey ruins, which are perfect for photos - but so is the Crown & Thistle! The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and hot! The staff were fantastic - nothing was too much trouble. They really made sure everything went smoothly. All in all, a great place to stay, celebrate, eat, drink, and relax at. And, believe it or not - very reasonably priced.
Review for the restaurant only. Came for Sunday lunch. Shocked at how good it was. I was initially slightly apprehensive about how many things were on the menu. Had the roast beef, one of the best roasts I've ever had out. Good service, lovely atmosphere. My only gripe was it would have been nice to have a couple more ales on tap, A fantastic meal.
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Opening Times
| Mon | 07:00 – 00:00 |
| Tue | 07:00 – 00:00 |
| Wed | 07:00 – 00:00 |
| Thur | 07:00 – 00:00 |
| Fri | 07:00 – 01:00 |
| Sat | 07:00 – 01:00 |
| Sun | 07:00 – 23:00 |
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Abingdon-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, OX14 
