The James Street Tavern is a Victorian-style bar at 47-48 James Street in east Oxford (OX4 1EU), reborn as one of the city's top music pubs after a major refurbishment in March 2019. It serves French-style bar food, well-kept real ales and cocktails, with a 100-seat secret terrace at the rear. Live music runs every Friday and Saturday, with a weekly open mic and further live music on Sundays — events cover most days of the week, making it a dependable grassroots stage for Oxford performers.
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47-48 James Street, Oxford, Oxford, OX4 1EU
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