The Oxford - Branford, Connecticut

Sophie M.

Came for our anniversary dinner and had a wonderful evening! Cyrus was very knowledgeable about the menu and made our night very special! It’s clear that every dish was made with love and attention to detail. Every single dish was fantastic! Really enjoyed our night! Thank you so much for giving us a wonderful experience for our anniversary! We will definitely be returning soon!

Dewar W.

The service was amazing throughout the entire experience. They were welcoming, kind, pleasant and caring. All that said the food was even better. Starting from the baked plantain with guava sauce to the New York Strip that melted in your mouth. Can’t wait to go back and enjoy another wonderful experience. Don’t miss out!!!!

gabby B.

The Oxford is a gem with an exceptional dining experience. The food and drinks are simply amazing, and the beautiful atmosphere adds to the overall charm. The friendly staff makes you feel right at home. Highly recommend it!

Brittany L.

Best dining experience I have had in a long time! The service, atmosphere and most importantly the food was extraordinary. From the appetizers to desserts you will not be disappointed. I highly encourage you to try The Oxford!

Eli C.

Had a fantastic night out at The Oxford in Branford, CT! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the staff provided great attention to their guests.

We started with a couple of appetizers, which were fresh, flavorful, and a perfect start to the meal. The highlight of the night was the Oxford Burger—perfectly cooked, juicy, and packed with flavor. Every bite was delicious, and it was clear that a lot of care goes into their ingredients and preparation.

Beyond the food, the location itself is great—comfortable, stylish, good vibes. an excellent dining experience. We’ll definitely be back! Highly recommend!

Angela A.

Myself and 7 others went to their soft opening hands down a 10 out of 10! My daughter is extremely picky with food and the owner was very accommodating! The Oxford sauce is an absolutely must try! Staff is extremely kind and very knowledgeable, owners are very welcoming. The atmosphere is perfect! I cannot say enough great things about this place!

Nicole F.

Branford was definitely in need of a new local spot with a unique menu, and The Oxford delivers! The small plates and boards are perfect for sharing, and you can tell everything on the menu was chosen with intention. The pasta flight we saw on social media drew us in, and it did not disappoint! My tequila coconut cocktail the “frostbite” was delicious, and the dessert was outstanding. Even though they’re still working out a few kinks since just opening, the staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. The space is a bit cozy, but the atmosphere is charming. A special touch was the owner sending over a round of limoncello for our table—such a thoughtful gesture. Excited to come back and see how they continue to grow!

Calin T.

I came here on a Friday night with 4 of my girlfriends and we were really looking forward to trying this new restaurant that has such great reviews online, we all left confused, disappointed, and with no intentions of returning. It is very cozy inside, perfect for winter, and the drinks were great, but that’s where it ends:

1. The drinks took SO long to get to our table. Usually this doesn’t phase us because we’re talking, catching up etc, so when we actually feel and notice how long the drinks/food is taking, know that it’s been abnormally long.

2. We were talking to our server about appetizers, which ones to get, which ones we were thinking about etc…a lot of back and forth, a lot of debating (server was very helpful) and then when we finally settled on what we wanted he goes, “The kitchen requests you put in your appetizers and entrees at the same time.” Sir, you could have started with that so we didn’t just waist 10 minutes of everyone’s time. It was very apparent we hadn’t thought about entrees yet.

3. We ordered the brie with honey appetizer (picture attached - keep in mind the two strips were also very thin) and the portion was so small, It was borderline insulting. I couldn’t keep a straight face.

4. I ordered a burger, medium rare, it came well done.

5. My friend ordered the seared tuna, she tried it, it had a strange taste, so I tried it, and unfortunately couldn’t eat it. It was bad. We politely told the waiter, repeatedly said it was not a big deal blah blah blah, the waiter leaves (without taking the dish away) and comes back to say, “The chef said he just took it out of the package.” Another laughable moment. The manager did eventually come out and right the wrong, which we were thankful for.

Overall, the food/portion sizes were very underwhelming for the price and drinks and aesthetic can’t make up for that.