The Folly – European Restaurant in Oxford

Opening hours

Opening hours of The Folly, Monday to Sunday
Monday Today	11:00–22:00
Tuesday	11:00–22:00
Wednesday	11:00–22:00
Thursday	11:00–22:00
Friday	11:00–23:00
Saturday	11:00–23:00
Sunday	11:00–22:00

Times shown in UK time. Opening hours can change on bank holidays and during the festive period.

Popular times Estimated

An estimate for a typical Saturday, based on usual demand at restaurants of this type and this venue's opening hours. It is not based on live visitor data.

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Price level: ££ (moderately priced)

A La Carte Dining

fennel jam, torched grapefruit, oak leaf lettuce (VE)£12.50
chutney, chicken fat brioche, mixed salad (can be GF)£13.50
(can be DF & GF)£44.95
mince pie ice cream (V)£12.95
passion fruit coulis, honeycomb (VE & GF)£11.95
cream cheese chantilly, chocolate ice cream (V)£11.95
strawberry comport, rhubarb & elderflower ice cream (V)£11.95
flambe peaches, chocolate cacao nib tuile (GF)£11.95
coconut tuile, mixed berries (V & GF)£11.95
banoffee ice cream, rum & raisin (GF & VE)£11.95

Menu items and prices as published by the restaurant, collected on 16/09/2026. Dishes and prices change; please check with the restaurant when you book.

Location and map

The Folly, 1 Folly Bridge, Oxford OX1 4LB

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About The Folly

Located in Oxford, The Folly is an European restaurant. The postal address is 1 Folly Bridge, Oxford OX1 4LB. It sits in the Oxford council area, part of South East. UK Rest lists 95 other restaurants in the OX1 postcode district.

In its own words: “The Folly is a unique Oxford riverside restaurant offering relaxed dining with stunning river views. Enjoy lunch, dinner, or afternoon tea inside our elegant dining space or on our floating terrace. We also offer private dining and river cruises for unforgettable experiences. Book your table today.” The published menu lists 10 dishes across 1 section, with prices from £11.95 to £44.95. Expect a moderately priced meal – ££ out of £££. It opens seven days a week. The latest closing time is 23:00 on Fridays.

Customers can use table bookings. At its latest food hygiene inspection on 04/11/2024, Oxford City gave it a rating of 5 (very good). For bookings and questions, call 01865 201293.

Services and facilities

Takes reservations
No takeaway
No delivery

Food hygiene rating

Food hygiene 5/5 (Very good) – inspected on 04/11/2024 by Oxford City. View on the Food Standards Agency website.

Photos

The Folly – European restaurant in Oxford (photo 2) — The Folly, Photo published by the restaurant

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Folly?

The Folly is at 1 Folly Bridge, Oxford OX1 4LB.

What is the phone number for The Folly?

You can call The Folly on 01865 201293.

What are the opening hours of The Folly?

Monday to Thursday: 11:00–22:00; Friday to Saturday: 11:00–23:00; Sunday: 11:00–22:00. Hours can change on bank holidays, so please check with the restaurant before you travel.