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The Vine and Spice

4.5(390)
Indian Restaurant

About

The Vine and Spice is an upmarket Indian restaurant set in a 500-year-old timbered building, blending original ceiling beams with a modern interior and wood floors. Its private dining room and garden with heated pods offer a distinctive setting for groups seeking a stylish yet comfortable atmosphere.

The menu features authentic South Indian dishes alongside chef specials and a variety of seafood and vegetarian options, all served with freshly baked tandoori naan. Attentive service and thoughtfully crafted flavors make it a standout choice for business lunches or team dinners in Oxfordshire.

Best for

  • Intimate client dinners in historic timbered setting
  • Team lunches with flavorful, authentic Indian cuisine
  • Outdoor garden pods for cozy small group gatherings

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

500-year-old timbered building with original ceiling beams
Historic Architecture
500-year-old timbered building with original ceiling beams
The restaurant is housed in a Grade II listed building featuring exposed timber beams and wood floors, blending historical character with modern interior design.
Garden dining pods providing a warm, cozy atmosphere
Outdoor Dining
Garden dining pods providing a warm, cozy atmosphere
The garden features covered pods that offer a sheltered and ambient outdoor dining experience, allowing guests to enjoy Indian cuisine in a distinctive setting.
Authentic, flavour-forward Indian cuisine with chef specials
Culinary Craftsmanship
Authentic, flavour-forward Indian cuisine with chef specials
The menu includes unique chef specialties and a wide range of seafood and vegetarian dishes, praised for complex, well-executed flavors distinct from typical Anglo-Indian fare.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 390 reviews