Gray's Restaurant at Bicester Hotel Golf and Spa

Set within the grounds of Bicester Hotel Golf and Spa, Grays Restaurant offers a polished but approachable dining experience that feels equally suited to special occasions, date nights or a relaxed dinner after a day at the spa or golf course. Open to both hotel guests and non-residents, the restaurant combines countryside surroundings with a menu focused on seasonal ingredients and classic flavours done with care.

The setting strikes a balance between smart and comfortable. Tucked inside the hotel’s wider leisure estate, Grays feels removed from the pace of everyday life, making it an easy choice for those looking to turn dinner into more of an evening out. The restaurant opens from Wednesday through to Saturday evenings, with an à la carte menu that changes regularly according to what’s in season and locally available.

Starters introduce the concept with familiar dishes that have been given a more refined edge. Duck rillette arrives with toasted sourdough and raisin chutney, bringing richness balanced by a touch of sweetness, while pork belly bites glazed with maple and sesame lean further into indulgence. For something lighter, the burrata Caprese salad combines creamy burrata with crisp textures and fresh seasonal ingredients.

Mains cover both comforting British classics and lighter pasta dishes. The prawn linguine, finished with cherry tomatoes and basil, keeps things bright and straightforward, while the beef and Guinness stew delivers something heartier, with slow-cooked beef served in a rich gravy alongside creamy mashed potato. Guests can even upgrade it with a cob bowl for an extra layer of comfort-food appeal. The porchetta offers a more elegant centrepiece, paired with sautéed new potatoes, edamame, carrots and jus.
Desserts continue the balance of playful and traditional. A pornstar martini posset combines passion fruit with Champagne jelly for something sharp and creamy, while sticky toffee pudding arrives with butterscotch sauce and dairy ice cream exactly as many guests will hope it does.

Alongside the food, Grays also places emphasis on drinks, with a carefully considered wine list and signature cocktails prepared by the hotel’s bar team.