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The Greyhound Inn

Oxfordshire, Letcombe Regis - Modern British - Pub with rooms - ££

Thoroughbred modernised hostelry with food to match

Overall Rating: Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Very Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Good

Set in the picturesquely named Vale of White Horse, in a village not far from Wantage, this Greyhound is a thoroughbred if ever there was one. Its interior spaces have been fashioned in accord with best modern style, with plenty of light wood, walls in primary colour schemes and a dining room that boasts white-clothed tables. A couple who found the place bathed in unseasonal February sun after a fogbound 50-mile car journey had their spirits lifted – especially when presented with the ‘lunch for less’ menu, enjoying Camembert with black garlic aïoli, and then sensational roast guinea fowl from a three-course deal that comes in at under £35. The principal menu deals in ambitious modern British food full of enticement from the get-go, with preliminary nibbles such as venison croquette with gribiche dressing and watercress to consider. For an opening salvo, mackerel might be soused and scorched, partnered with rillettes of its smoked version, and energis...

Set in the picturesquely named Vale of White Horse, in a village not far from Wantage, this Greyhound is a thoroughbred if ever there was one. Its interior spaces have been fashioned in accord with best modern style, with plenty of light wood, walls in primary colour schemes and a dining room that boasts white-clothed tables. A couple who found the place bathed in unseasonal February sun after a fogbound 50-mile car journey had their spirits lifted – especially when presented with the ‘lunch for less’ menu, enjoying Camembert with black garlic aïoli, and then sensational roast guinea fowl from a three-course deal that comes in at under £35.

The principal menu deals in ambitious modern British food full of enticement from the get-go, with preliminary nibbles such as venison croquette with gribiche dressing and watercress to consider. For an opening salvo, mackerel might be soused and scorched, partnered with rillettes of its smoked version, and energised with a beef-fat crumpet and grated horseradish – a spectacular composition of flavours. The vegan main course is hardly lacking in imagination, either – think Crown Prince squash accompanied by dressings of hazelnut dukkah and pistou, along with Swiss chard, apple and pickled walnut. Otherwise, look to Cornish skate wing with smoked leeks, cockles and capers in beurre noisette, or harissa-fired pork tomahawk steak with Guinness-infused onion purée and pearl barley.

There are the almost-obligatory pub classics too (when only a plate of fish and chips will suffice), and proceedings conclude with, say, banana pain perdu, torched banana, peanut-butter ice cream and butterscotch. British and Irish cheeses are top-drawer selections served with spiced pear purée and boozy chutney. A wine list with helpful tasting notes adds to the cheer.

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S Barnard

14 February 2025

'Arriving to glorious sunshine after a 50 mile fogbound journey made the ambience of the Greyhound perfect - an old fashioned country pub with loads of space but without losing its sense of intimacy. It wasn't our first ...
'Arriving to glorious sunshine after a 50 mile fogbound journey made the ambience of the Greyhound perfect - an old fashioned country pub with loads of space but without losing its sense of intimacy. It wasn't our first visit but it seemed even better than before. We didn't need the wine list but it is good, and they stock a great range of beers and ciders both draught and bottled. We know the main menu well and have eaten exceptional fare before but we all opted for "Lunch for less" which gave ...
'Arriving to glorious sunshine after a 50 mile fogbound journey made the ambience of the Greyhound perfect - an old fashioned country pub with loads of space but without losing its sense of intimacy. It wasn't our first visit but it seemed even better than before. We didn't need the wine list but it is good, and they stock a great range of beers and ciders both draught and bottled. We know the main menu well and have eaten exceptional fare before but we all opted for "Lunch for less" which gave 3 courses plus drinks for £35 per head. I think for the first time ever eating out I would have been more thanhappy to have eaten any of the 3 offerings per course! All 4 of us had the guinea fowl for main and it can only be described as exquisite. Starters were varied and the black garlic Alioli with Camembert was a joy. The sweets were outstanding. Couple this with friendly, attentive and well informed service and we were eating a masterpiece of culinary art. We will be back again and again... Our friends have already booked again and passed on the venue to other friends.'
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VENUE DETAILS

Main Street
Letcombe Regis
Oxfordshire
OX12 9JL GB

01235 771969

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OTHER INFORMATION

Accommodation, Private dining room, Separate bar, Wheelchair access, Parking, Family friendly, Dog friendly, Credit card required

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