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The Black Boy

4.4(620)
Restaurant

About

The Black Boy blends an upmarket pub menu with a stylish dining room and a serene garden, creating a refined yet relaxed setting for business meals or informal gatherings. Its quiet location near Oxford offers a peaceful retreat while staying close to the city center.

Beyond dining, the venue features comfortable, well-appointed bedrooms ideal for multi-night stays, making it a practical choice for groups needing both event space and lodging. Friendly service and thoughtful details round out the turnkey hospitality experience here.

Best for

  • Intimate client dinners in a stylish dining room
  • Team offsites with garden seating and private rooms
  • Multi-night stays near Oxford with cozy bedrooms

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Swish dining room and garden setting
Ambiance
Swish dining room and garden setting
The venue offers a stylish, upmarket pub atmosphere with a polished dining room and a garden area, providing a refined yet relaxed environment suitable for business gatherings.
Comfortable bedrooms adjacent to event spaces
Accommodation
Comfortable bedrooms adjacent to event spaces
Guests can stay overnight in well-appointed rooms that are spacious and quiet, offering convenience for multi-day business events or out-of-town attendees.
Upmarket pub menu with standout Sunday Roast
Food & Beverage
Upmarket pub menu with standout Sunday Roast
The kitchen serves elevated pub fare with notable dishes like the highly recommended Sunday Roast, made with quality ingredients and praised for its flavor.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 620 reviews