Date: April 04, 2007

‘At last! A non-pretentious, laid back, independent restaurant in Oxford. My partner and I went out to The Jam Factory last Saturday night and loved every second of it - a real experience. Although from the outside we weren’t expecting much, the stylish, yet non-polished interior was a breath of fresh air. How did we not find it sooner! The staff, albeit laid back, were attentive and friendly. We ate entirely from the specials board and were bowled over. The Parma ham is the best I’ve ever eaten and the presentation was, well original (it was served on an artists palette - very clever). This brought our attention to the other side of the restaurant, which is an art gallery. The quick meal out with a bottle of plonk, turned into a whole night of fun, entertainment and amazing food. I mean amazing. I have NEVER eaten food like that in Oxford, and we eat out every weekend. The bill was a mere £45 – for starters, main courses, desserts and a bottle of wine. I re-read the bill. And indeed, it was only £45. I think the restaurant only opened this year and I know little about who runs or owns it, I just hope the atmosphere and qualities we found stay as it gets even busier (and it will, I can bet). I highly recommend The Jam Factory to anyone. I still can’t quite understand why it was so special - the staff were so laid back they were practically horizontal, and the rough-around-the-edges interior would normally turn me off. But it just works. ‘

Reviewed by: Jenny

The Jam Factory
27 Park End Street , Oxford
01865 244613