The Spires Cafe

Opening hours

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Menu and prices

Price level: £ (inexpensive)

Breakfast

• The Oxford Full BreakfastLocally sourced sausage & bacon with free-range eggs, butterbeans or baked beans, tomato, mushrooms, spinach, hash brown & sourdough toast.£12.95
• The Oxford Vegetarian BreakfastFree-range eggs with tomato, spinach, mushrooms, butterbeans or baked beans, hash brown, grilled halloumi & sourdough toast.£11.95
• The Oxford Vegan BreakfastSmashed avocado on sourdough toast with butterbeans or baked beans, tomato, mushrooms, hash brown & spinach.£11.95
• Fresh smashed avocado on artisan sourdough toastAdd feta £2.50, halloumi £3.00, smoked salmon £3.50, or bacon £3.00.£7.95
• Eggs RoyaleTwo poached free-range eggs served on toasted English muffins with hollandaise sauce and smoked salmon.£10.95
• Eggs BenedictTwo poached free-range eggs served on toasted English muffins with hollandaise sauce and crispy bacon.£10.50
• Scrambled eggs & Smoked SalmonFree-range scrambled eggs served on artisan sourdough toast with smoked salmon.£10.95
• Add feta £2.50, halloumi £3.00, smoked salmon £3.50, or bacon £3.00The Breakfast Panini£8.50
• The Breakfast PaniniGrilled panini filled with eggs, bacon, mushrooms & melted cheese.£8.95
• Bacon or Sausage SandwichChoice of crispy bacon or sausage served in soft bread.£6.50
• Bacon and Sausage SandwichCrispy bacon and sausage served in soft bread.£7.50
• Sourdough ToastThick-cut artisan sourdough served with butter & jam.£4.75

Sourdough Sandwiches

• Caprese SandwichFresh mozzarella, vine tomatoes & basil on artisan sourdough.£8.25
• The Avocado Sub SandwichSmashed or sliced avocado with artichoke hearts, vine tomatoes & basil.£9.25
• The Oxford Deli SandwichClassic deli-style ham with creamy mozzarella on sourdough.£8.95
• Chicken Pesto SandwichRoasted chicken with mozzarella, mixed vegetables & green pesto.£9.95
• The Tuna & Sweetcorn SandwichTraditional tuna & sweetcorn mix, served on sourdough.£9.95
• The Italian Sub SandwichA hearty mix of Italian cured meats, mozzarella, salad & cherry tomatoes.£9.95
• Smoked Salmon Club SandwichSmoked salmon with sliced avocado, cream cheese, rocket & cherry tomatoes.£11.25

Light Bites

• Classic BruschettaToasted sourdough topped with vine tomatoes, fresh herbs, parmesan & extra virgin olive oil.£8.95
• Mixed Olives & Toasted BreadA bowl of marinated olives with warm toasted bread.£6.95
• The BurrataCreamy burrata served on roasted vegetables with rocket and cherry tomatoes, finished with extra virgin olive oil, herbs, and pistachios.£11.95
• Salmon CrumpetToasted crumpets topped with smoked salmon, cream cheese, rocket & a hint of lemon.£9.95
• Goat's Cheese on Toasted BreadWarm goat's cheese served on toasted artisan bread with cherry tomatoes, basil & a drizzle of honey.£8.95
• The Vegan ClubA layered stack of roasted vegetables, beetroot, artichokes & sliced avocado.£9.95

Soup

• Soup of the DayChef's daily homemade soup, served with artisan bread.£8.50

To Share

• NachosCrisp tortilla chips topped with melted cheese, fresh salsa & guacamole.£12.95
• Mixed Mezze PlatterA selection of mixed Mediterranean-style starters served with warm toasted bread.£21.95
• Deli PlatterA sharing board of cured meats, oven-baked cheese, roasted vegetables, cherry tomatoes & wild rocket.£19.95

Salads

• Di Buffalo SaladFresh spinach, vine tomatoes, and creamy buffalo mozzarella, finished with herbs and a drizzle of green pesto.£11.95
• The Greek SaladTomatoes, cucumber, red onions, olives, and feta cheese, tossed with herbs and extra virgin olive oil.£10.50
• Goats Cheese & Walnut SaladMixed leaf salad with warm goat's cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, walnuts, and beetroot.£12.95
• Mixed Leaf SaladSeasonal mixed leaves, tomatoes, finished with extra virgin olive oil.£4.35
• Avocado SaladMarinated avocado, tomatoes, onions, and radish, finished with extra virgin olive oil.£10.50
• Chicken Caesar SaladRoasted chicken breast with romaine lettuce, parmesan shavings, croutons, and Caesar dressing.£14.95

Plates

• Free-Range Chicken PorciniChicken fillet cooked in a creamy mushroom sauce.£17.95
• Marinated lamb chops, roasted until tenderOven-Baked Salmon£19.95
• Oven-Baked SalmonSalmon fillet baked with spinach, herbs & lemon.£19.95
• Parmigiana di MelanzaneClassic baked aubergine layered with tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan & fresh herbs.£13.95
• Spinach & Feta PieCrisp filo pastry filled with spinach & feta, oven baked.£13.95
• Welsh RarebitClassic British comfort – melted mature cheddar mixed with mustard & ale, served on toasted bread.£8.50

Lasagne

• Beef LasagneLayers of pasta with rich tomato ragu, minced beef & herbs, topped with mozzarella.£16.95
• Vegetarian LasagneLayers of pasta with seasonal vegetables & tomato ragù, topped with mozzarella.£14.95
• Vegan LasagneLayers of vegan pasta with tomato sauce, mixed vegetables & vegan cheese.£14.95

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

About The Spires Cafe

In Oxford you will find The Spires Cafe, a British café. The postal address is 99 The Chilterns, Oxford OX1 2DF. It sits in the Oxford council area, part of South East. UK Rest lists 95 other restaurants in the OX1 postcode district.

The restaurant describes itself as follows: “At The Spires Cafe & Restaurant, we’re proud to be a local spot built around fresh ingredients and friendly faces. Every dish we serve is made from scratch using seasonal, locally sourced produce — whether it’s a comforting meal, a light bite, or something in between. We’re here for the community, offering a warm….” We found 44 dishes on the restaurant's own menu, with prices from £4.35 to £21.95. Prices are inexpensive, rated £ on our three-point scale. It opens seven days a week. Friday is the late night, with service until 21:00.

Services include table bookings and delivery. Facilities noted for this venue: wheelchair accessible, outdoor seating and vegan options. The Food Standards Agency register shows a hygiene rating of 5 – very good – dated 17/07/2026. For bookings and questions, call 01865 241218.

Services and facilities

• Takes reservations
• No takeaway
• Delivery available
• Wheelchair accessible
• Outdoor seating
• Vegan options

Food hygiene rating

Food hygiene 5/5 (Very good) – inspected on 17/07/2026 by Oxford City. View on the Food Standards Agency website.

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