Manos Cafe & Deli

Just arrived? Still jet-lagged? Don’t feel like cooking? My guess is you’re after something cheap, quick and tasty to take away. Here are a few suggestions…

Manos will always bring back fond memories, not only for its food but because it is where we had our first meal in Oxford. Fresh off the plane and completely jet lagged we stumbled across Manos in our haze and were very pleasantly surprised. We’d been warned that the food in the UK left a lot to be desired - which we’ve discovered is totally untrue of course, (if you know where to go). So take yourself down to Walton Street in Jericho…..the food at Manos is great!

The food is always fresh, great value and made by Manos himself.

Manos Café & Deli 105 Walton St, Jericho.

Mamma Mia Pizzeria

Mamma Mia is a great little Italian offering incredible value for money. You'll find a selection of antipasti, salads, pasta and desserts on the menu but for me, the stone baked pizzas are the highlight. At half the price of what you’d pay at the likes of Domino’s you really can’t go wrong! There are lots to choose from, but my favorite is the ‘San Fernando’.  

Mamma Mia Pizzerias can be found in both Jericho and Summertown and provide a traditional, laid-back atmosphere perfect for family dining. The service is always efficient, friendly and particularly accommodating when it comes to children - 'kiddy' sized meals are never a problem.  Those dining in Summertown can even watch the chef preparing their meal through the window at the back of the restaurant.

Booking is recommended (particularly on the weekends) as it gets packed from as early as 6:30pm. However if you’re in Summertown and you can’t get a table, this needn’t ruin your plans. Order take-away and head across to the Summertown Wine Café and grab a drink while you wait. They’ll be happy for you to bring your pizza across when it’s ready too! 

Mamma Mia Pizzeria 8 South Parade Summertown &102 Walton Street Jericho

Angrid Thai Canteen

Best authentic Thai in Oxford

Located directly opposite Odeon cinema in Gloucester Green, Angrid Thai is the perfect place to grab a quick bite before the movies or pick up take-away on your way home from a hard days shopping. 

I’ll admit the garish orange exterior is a little off putting and the interior seems to have sprung itself out of an IKEA catalogue but if you are serious about your Thai, this is the place to go. House specialties include chicken noodle soup and green curry but my favorite is the pad thai chicken.

Angrid faces fierce competition from her rivals, in particular Chiang Mai (which is another dining experience all together) but in my opinion Angrid is better, cheaper, and faster than all of them - for that I'll forgive the tacky flashing lights any day!

Angrid Thai Canteen Gloucester Green, Oxford.

10% student discount with ID card