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The Beetle & Wedge, Wallingford, Oxfordshire

The Beetle & Wedge

4.7
4.7
1330 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
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10:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
The Beetle and Wedge Boathouse is tucked away, and perfectly positioned on the most stunning part of the River Thames. The setting is like no other riverside venue which means you can switch off, unwind, and enjoy your precious time with us. The Beetle has played a huge part in many lives over the years and is steeped in literature history, from the Wind in the Willows, to Three Men in a Boat and not forgetting HG Well’s Mr Polly it has truly fascinated all that have discovered its true beauty. Our owner, Ben, has ensured that its character and charm has remained while adding his own magical touch.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Josh Revis
  • Neighborhood
    Wallingford
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Cholsey railway station.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,330 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Overall

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Service

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Ambiance

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Beetle & Wedge delights diners with "delicious food" and "excellent service" in a scenic riverside setting. Guests praise the "wonderful atmosphere" and "friendly staff." Consistent quality keeps patrons returning. While some events lacked organization, the overall experience remains "outstanding." Perfect for special occasions and regular visits alike.
1,330 Reviews
  1. Andrew

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening, made Mother's Day a special one. Good food and great hospitality. Definitely be back soon.

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  2. Andrew

    London3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked a pod for Mothers’ Day; really nice riverside setting, very good food and excellent service. Hope to be back soon.

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  3. Gwenda

    Manchester27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent venue alongside the river. Good choice of starters though a couple more main course choices would have been welcome. Nice friendly service and good quality food

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  4. Philip

    Oxford1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Thoroughly enjoyed our meal and setting. Excellent service.

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  5. Mele

    London9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff couldn't have been friendlier or more attentive. A really delicious meal, fabulous ambience and lovely decor and location made for a really memorable birthday for my 11 year old. Will definitely be back.

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  6. Amanda

    Surrey1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very varied menu from burgers to venison, all cooked perfectly and beautifully presented….and delicious! Very friendly and efficient service. We sat in a heated pod right beside the Thames with boats and birds passing, but the inside is beautifully furnished too and there are lots of outdoor tables by the river. What a special place.

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  7. Kelly

    Las Vegas7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Appreciate booked a comedy night, but the food situation not well explained when booking so way below normal standards. It was rather chaotic and not well organised with the first comedian focused on a small number of people so lost the interest of the room. Love this place but wouldn’t book a night like this again and the food was not good value for money. Some were complaining on portion sizes. Some groups who were obviously known to the owners were brought bread etc and not offered to others. A little disappointing.

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  8. Helen

    Oxford9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favourite place to eat, delicious food, great service, perfect atmosphere

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  9. Sarah

    Berkshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely lunch today with my family. Fabulous service and the food was delicious.

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  10. Matt

    Oxford1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best fish and chips I've had in a while. Lovely home-made gnocchi too.

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The Beetle & Wedge is rated 4.7 stars by 1330 OpenTable diners.

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Ferry Lane, Wallingford, Oxfordshire OX10 9JF

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Wallingford
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Cholsey railway station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josh Revis
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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