Spiced Roots — Caribbean Restaurant & Rum Bar in Oxford
Our Story
Rooted in Culture, Flavour & Community
Spiced Roots is a family-run Caribbean restaurant rooted in culture, flavour and community. Each dish is crafted using fresh, organic herbs from local sources (no powdered seasoning), capturing the real depth of island cooking.
4,632 miles from home to Cowley Road
Our StoryTaste The Islands
Rooted in Fresh, Organic Flavour
Events at Spiced Roots
There's always something happening at Spiced Roots.
From Soca Sundays and Sip & Paint to rum tastings and cocktail masterclasses, our regular events bring together food, drink, music, culture and new experiences throughout the month.
Explore what's coming up below.
Rum · Tastings · Masterclass
Rum & Cocktail Tastings / Masterclass
Guided tastings and hands-on masterclasses through our rum and cocktail collection.
Cocktails · Canvas · Create
Sip & Paint
Bring your creative side — sip a cocktail and paint the night away.
Live DJ · Island Vibes
Soca Sunday
Live soca, DJ sets and island vibes to close out the weekend.
What’s On
Upcoming Events
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Reviews
What People Are Saying
“The food, drinks and ambience of this fine place was everything I hoped for and more. This will not be the last time I eat here.”
Jennifer B.
“Had a brilliant time at Spiced Roots. The food is properly authentic—my Jamaican-born mum was genuinely impressed, which says it all.”
Shaka Obhiozele
“This is Oxford's hidden gem! I had saltfish croquettes for starters and Kingfish for mains — the food was just amazing!!”
Leslie B.
“Such a lovely place to go for dinner. Can recommend everything — particularly the prawns! Great selection of sides and the homemade rum cake was perfect!”
Hattie
“Such a fantastic find for us when we visited Oxford. Every time we go back we pop in for dinner. Easily one of the best places to eat in Oxford.”
Laura B.
“Great food, great atmosphere, great staff, great place to visit. If you like Caribbean food or would like a change from the usual, this place comes highly recommended.”
Peter Li
“The food was delicious with lots of colour and flavour. The price was right and the vibe was light and fun.”
Katherine M.
“If you have not yet tried this restaurant make it next on your list!! The food, the atmosphere and most importantly the staff are the best!!!”
Olivia Jenkins
“The whole Spiced Roots staff went above and beyond to make my family feel welcome. We felt we got a taste of home in food and in vibes!”
Sydney R.
“Excellent little restaurant serving West Indian classic dishes. I liked how they had slightly refined the original recipes and the presentation was perfect.”
Mark Girling
“Everything was amazing! The food, the drinks, the service — could not recommend more.”
Jenya K.
“Food was excellent and the staff were so friendly. Can recommend the homemade ginger beer if you like a big hit of ginger. Would definitely go back again.”
John Kinder
“Freya was a delight! She really elevated the experience which was already made great by the delicious food, amazing cocktails and amazing atmosphere!!!”
Fitzroy W.
“Staff were very nice and accommodating — they gave the celebrant a cocktail on the house. Love the vibe of the restaurant overall.”
Keren Golea
“Great food, good service and friendly staff.”
Joyce U.
“I can't thank the team at Spiced Roots enough! We had our wedding lunch there and they went above and beyond to host the most perfect event.”
M J
“Excellent waitress, good prices!”
Josh W.
“Staff were very welcoming and friendly. The food was great, we enjoyed the jerk chicken, curry goat and festivals.”
Daniel Ning
“Excellent!”
Maxim V.
“I have to give it up for this restaurant, service on point, staff has time for everyone with a conversation.”
Chukka
“Very tasty food.”
Wiktor W.
“This was just a superb experience, from beginning to end. We went for lunch having driven from Hertfordshire.”
David Lancefield
“Great food, great atmosphere and great service.”
Shaka O.
“Absolutely amazing experience. Staff went above and beyond to accommodate us and make us feel welcome.”
tiana RJS
“The food is 10 out of 10 here, nowhere else does jerk chicken as nice as Spiced Roots!”
Daniel N.
“We entered this restaurant as novices to Caribbean food, and we left as big fans. The setting is gorgeous.”
Meg
“Absolutely amazing food and service, cannot wait to go back.”
Richard c.
“I went to Spiced Roots on a rum tasting evening, and had a three-course meal to soak up the booze.”
Derren Walker
“Service, food and atmosphere were all excellent. We had a great evening.”
Jemeela Q.
“I have been a regular customer of this restaurant. It has been my routine to come here for dinner.”
Polly Chong
“Food great and staff super lovely.”
Flo F.
“Absolutely amazing! Such delicious and intense flavours. Amazing presentation and such a lovely homely atmosphere.”
Ashlee W
“Fabulous tasting food, well presented with great service. Would highly recommend.”
Isidore D.
“First time here with friends and we were not disappointed! The staff were amazing and super friendly.”
Sarah King
“The flavours were amazing and serving staff was so kind. I was given containers to take leftovers home.”
Yiz Z.
“My best friend and I had an amazing meal here! The service was fantastic, all the staff were exceptional.”
Jon Xue Zhang
“The food was delicious and the staff treated us really well.”
Vino G.
“Really delicious food, full of flavour and character and depth! Service was great — friendly and quick, especially given it was dinner time on Valentine's Day.”
Harmon
“Great food, even better people. Great team working here!”
Rohan M.
“I've been wanting to dine here for a few years and it was as delicious as I expected and worth the journey.”
Ayesha A
“Great food and great service! Would definitely recommend.”
Eleonora N.
“Oxford's No.1 restaurant to go to. We came in before a gig in Oxford and the minute we walked through the door we knew we were in for a treat.”
Harry East
“We had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious, truly excellent quality. Everything was very clean and well presented.”
pam C.
“Absolutely loved the food here. Everything was fresh, full of flavour and cooked properly. The service was friendly and welcoming from start to finish.”
Sarfraz Ali
“Everything we ordered was delicious. The prawns and lamb were fantastic, but that tiny bottle of in-house pepper sauce… oh wow, I need a lifetime supply!”
Farhana K.
“Amazing food and flavours, and the best cocktails I've had recently. Favourites were the grilled octopus salad, oxtail and ginger cake. We'll be back!”
Yoanna Ivanova
“Food was good, really tasty, great service with good vibes and excellent music, will be back for sure.”
Tj T.
“We ate here for the first time on my birthday and we could not have been more pleased.”
Momé
“The service was very friendly and efficient. The homemade ginger beer was amazing. The food was delicious and very good value.”
Simon J.
“First time for Caribbean food. It was very good, especially starter! I loved it. Will come again.”
Rossanan Rakchan
“Amazing flavours! The Kingfish steak along with a side of roti or plantains is especially unbeatable.”
Marcelina J.
“A terrific find in Oxford. Authentic Caribbean food, great vibes, good service and the flavors of the islands.”
RH
“Amazing drinks, delicious food, and lovely staff. Can't wait to go back!”
Cynthia S.
“Easily the best Caribbean food we've ever had. Service was great, food was fresh and tasted amazing.”
Taurai Jiri
“Waitress was very engaging, food was authentic, we were not rushed. It was a great experience.”
Chris B.
“I came here for my birthday with my family, and the food and service was brilliant.”
Jemma
“Fantastic food and impeccable service.”
Andrew L.
“An absolute gem of a restaurant in Oxford, the most authentic Caribbean food I have had.”
P H
“Great food! I would definitely recommend the oxtail, great mix of spice and flavour. The staff is very welcoming and the ambience is colourful and relaxed.”
Eleonora N.
“Fantastic food. It's really spicy, so you must like it.”
Kat H
“Everything from the thoughtful table setting to the warm welcome and attentive service were perfect. The food being beyond delicious was the icing on the cake.”
lanisha B.
“This was my best dining experience in Oxford. Please visit if you want a great dining experience.”
Jasonn Denard
“Lovely freshly cooked food served by cheerful and friendly staff.”
Albert M.
“The food here is absolutely delicious. I had the smoked baigan starter and ital roti main, both incredible.”
Francesca Ounsworth
“The food was delicious, the service very friendly, would definitely recommend. Looking forward to visiting again.”
Claire P.
“Lots of positives: very friendly service, cool setting, varied menu, great cocktails.”
Olivier S
“Everything was amazing. We'll come back 100%.”
Isabel G.
“We came all the way from east London and it was worth the journey. The food was delicious.”
Mello
“Such an amazing place, can't recommend it enough!!!”
amy m.
“An outstanding evening. The attention to detail in the food was exceptional, with every dish feeling considered.”
Garth C
“The food is fantastic but it's the AMAZING staff and owners that made the night so special! I can't wait to come back!”
Christy W.
“Really tasty food, cooked to perfection, and with the perfect amount of spice.”
Michael Tsang
“Amazing food and cocktails, lovely atmosphere and music, kind and attentive staff. We had a wonderful time!”
Isabella S.
“One of the most delicious restaurants I've ever eaten in the whole UK.”
Eylül Geldard
“Excellent food and a very warm welcome. Would definitely recommend and will be returning as soon as we can.”
Mark H.
“Great service, so kind. The food was really tasty.”
Adriano F.
“Great service and food.”
rumella d.
“Spiced Roots, such a special place. Delicious food, amazing cocktails and the nicest bunch of staff on the Cowley Road.”
Henrietta B.
“As usual, brilliant food, the best service, incredibly tasty homemade ginger beer.”
Manuela H.
“Literally the most AMAZING food and the best drinks ever, the staff were so friendly and it was such a wholesome and lovely evening, will def be going back!!”
Grace G.
“Wonderful food and fantastic service, thank you!”
Emily J.
“Food was delicious, staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Would definitely go here again.”
James B.
“The food, drinks and ambience of this fine place was everything I hoped for and more. This will not be the last time I eat here.”
Jennifer B.
“Had a brilliant time at Spiced Roots. The food is properly authentic—my Jamaican-born mum was genuinely impressed, which says it all.”
Shaka Obhiozele
“This is Oxford's hidden gem! I had saltfish croquettes for starters and Kingfish for mains — the food was just amazing!!”
Leslie B.
“Such a lovely place to go for dinner. Can recommend everything — particularly the prawns! Great selection of sides and the homemade rum cake was perfect!”
Hattie
“Such a fantastic find for us when we visited Oxford. Every time we go back we pop in for dinner. Easily one of the best places to eat in Oxford.”
Laura B.
“Great food, great atmosphere, great staff, great place to visit. If you like Caribbean food or would like a change from the usual, this place comes highly recommended.”
Peter Li
“The food was delicious with lots of colour and flavour. The price was right and the vibe was light and fun.”
Katherine M.
“If you have not yet tried this restaurant make it next on your list!! The food, the atmosphere and most importantly the staff are the best!!!”
Olivia Jenkins
“The whole Spiced Roots staff went above and beyond to make my family feel welcome. We felt we got a taste of home in food and in vibes!”
Sydney R.
“Excellent little restaurant serving West Indian classic dishes. I liked how they had slightly refined the original recipes and the presentation was perfect.”
Mark Girling
“Everything was amazing! The food, the drinks, the service — could not recommend more.”
Jenya K.
“Food was excellent and the staff were so friendly. Can recommend the homemade ginger beer if you like a big hit of ginger. Would definitely go back again.”
John Kinder
“Freya was a delight! She really elevated the experience which was already made great by the delicious food, amazing cocktails and amazing atmosphere!!!”
Fitzroy W.
“Staff were very nice and accommodating — they gave the celebrant a cocktail on the house. Love the vibe of the restaurant overall.”
Keren Golea
“Great food, good service and friendly staff.”
Joyce U.
“I can't thank the team at Spiced Roots enough! We had our wedding lunch there and they went above and beyond to host the most perfect event.”
M J
“Excellent waitress, good prices!”
Josh W.
“Staff were very welcoming and friendly. The food was great, we enjoyed the jerk chicken, curry goat and festivals.”
Daniel Ning
“Excellent!”
Maxim V.
“I have to give it up for this restaurant, service on point, staff has time for everyone with a conversation.”
Chukka
“Very tasty food.”
Wiktor W.
“This was just a superb experience, from beginning to end. We went for lunch having driven from Hertfordshire.”
David Lancefield
“Great food, great atmosphere and great service.”
Shaka O.
“Absolutely amazing experience. Staff went above and beyond to accommodate us and make us feel welcome.”
tiana RJS
“The food is 10 out of 10 here, nowhere else does jerk chicken as nice as Spiced Roots!”
Daniel N.
“We entered this restaurant as novices to Caribbean food, and we left as big fans. The setting is gorgeous.”
Meg
“Absolutely amazing food and service, cannot wait to go back.”
Richard c.
“I went to Spiced Roots on a rum tasting evening, and had a three-course meal to soak up the booze.”
Derren Walker
“Service, food and atmosphere were all excellent. We had a great evening.”
Jemeela Q.
“I have been a regular customer of this restaurant. It has been my routine to come here for dinner.”
Polly Chong
“Food great and staff super lovely.”
Flo F.
“Absolutely amazing! Such delicious and intense flavours. Amazing presentation and such a lovely homely atmosphere.”
Ashlee W
“Fabulous tasting food, well presented with great service. Would highly recommend.”
Isidore D.
“First time here with friends and we were not disappointed! The staff were amazing and super friendly.”
Sarah King
“The flavours were amazing and serving staff was so kind. I was given containers to take leftovers home.”
Yiz Z.
“My best friend and I had an amazing meal here! The service was fantastic, all the staff were exceptional.”
Jon Xue Zhang
“The food was delicious and the staff treated us really well.”
Vino G.
“Really delicious food, full of flavour and character and depth! Service was great — friendly and quick, especially given it was dinner time on Valentine's Day.”
Harmon
“Great food, even better people. Great team working here!”
Rohan M.
“I've been wanting to dine here for a few years and it was as delicious as I expected and worth the journey.”
Ayesha A
“Great food and great service! Would definitely recommend.”
Eleonora N.
“Oxford's No.1 restaurant to go to. We came in before a gig in Oxford and the minute we walked through the door we knew we were in for a treat.”
Harry East
“We had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious, truly excellent quality. Everything was very clean and well presented.”
pam C.
“Absolutely loved the food here. Everything was fresh, full of flavour and cooked properly. The service was friendly and welcoming from start to finish.”
Sarfraz Ali
“Everything we ordered was delicious. The prawns and lamb were fantastic, but that tiny bottle of in-house pepper sauce… oh wow, I need a lifetime supply!”
Farhana K.
“Amazing food and flavours, and the best cocktails I've had recently. Favourites were the grilled octopus salad, oxtail and ginger cake. We'll be back!”
Yoanna Ivanova
“Food was good, really tasty, great service with good vibes and excellent music, will be back for sure.”
Tj T.
“We ate here for the first time on my birthday and we could not have been more pleased.”
Momé
“The service was very friendly and efficient. The homemade ginger beer was amazing. The food was delicious and very good value.”
Simon J.
“First time for Caribbean food. It was very good, especially starter! I loved it. Will come again.”
Rossanan Rakchan
“Amazing flavours! The Kingfish steak along with a side of roti or plantains is especially unbeatable.”
Marcelina J.
“A terrific find in Oxford. Authentic Caribbean food, great vibes, good service and the flavors of the islands.”
RH
“Amazing drinks, delicious food, and lovely staff. Can't wait to go back!”
Cynthia S.
“Easily the best Caribbean food we've ever had. Service was great, food was fresh and tasted amazing.”
Taurai Jiri
“Waitress was very engaging, food was authentic, we were not rushed. It was a great experience.”
Chris B.
“I came here for my birthday with my family, and the food and service was brilliant.”
Jemma
“Fantastic food and impeccable service.”
Andrew L.
“An absolute gem of a restaurant in Oxford, the most authentic Caribbean food I have had.”
P H
“Great food! I would definitely recommend the oxtail, great mix of spice and flavour. The staff is very welcoming and the ambience is colourful and relaxed.”
Eleonora N.
“Fantastic food. It's really spicy, so you must like it.”
Kat H
“Everything from the thoughtful table setting to the warm welcome and attentive service were perfect. The food being beyond delicious was the icing on the cake.”
lanisha B.
“This was my best dining experience in Oxford. Please visit if you want a great dining experience.”
Jasonn Denard
“Lovely freshly cooked food served by cheerful and friendly staff.”
Albert M.
“The food here is absolutely delicious. I had the smoked baigan starter and ital roti main, both incredible.”
Francesca Ounsworth
“The food was delicious, the service very friendly, would definitely recommend. Looking forward to visiting again.”
Claire P.
“Lots of positives: very friendly service, cool setting, varied menu, great cocktails.”
Olivier S
“Everything was amazing. We'll come back 100%.”
Isabel G.
“We came all the way from east London and it was worth the journey. The food was delicious.”
Mello
“Such an amazing place, can't recommend it enough!!!”
amy m.
“An outstanding evening. The attention to detail in the food was exceptional, with every dish feeling considered.”
Garth C
“The food is fantastic but it's the AMAZING staff and owners that made the night so special! I can't wait to come back!”
Christy W.
“Really tasty food, cooked to perfection, and with the perfect amount of spice.”
Michael Tsang
“Amazing food and cocktails, lovely atmosphere and music, kind and attentive staff. We had a wonderful time!”
Isabella S.
“One of the most delicious restaurants I've ever eaten in the whole UK.”
Eylül Geldard
“Excellent food and a very warm welcome. Would definitely recommend and will be returning as soon as we can.”
Mark H.
“Great service, so kind. The food was really tasty.”
Adriano F.
“Great service and food.”
rumella d.
“Spiced Roots, such a special place. Delicious food, amazing cocktails and the nicest bunch of staff on the Cowley Road.”
Henrietta B.
“As usual, brilliant food, the best service, incredibly tasty homemade ginger beer.”
Manuela H.
“Literally the most AMAZING food and the best drinks ever, the staff were so friendly and it was such a wholesome and lovely evening, will def be going back!!”
Grace G.
“Wonderful food and fantastic service, thank you!”
Emily J.
“Food was delicious, staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Would definitely go here again.”
James B.
“The food, drinks and ambience of this fine place was everything I hoped for and more. This will not be the last time I eat here.”
Jennifer B.
“Had a brilliant time at Spiced Roots. The food is properly authentic—my Jamaican-born mum was genuinely impressed, which says it all.”
Shaka Obhiozele
“This is Oxford's hidden gem! I had saltfish croquettes for starters and Kingfish for mains — the food was just amazing!!”
Leslie B.
“Such a lovely place to go for dinner. Can recommend everything — particularly the prawns! Great selection of sides and the homemade rum cake was perfect!”
Hattie
“Such a fantastic find for us when we visited Oxford. Every time we go back we pop in for dinner. Easily one of the best places to eat in Oxford.”
Laura B.
“Great food, great atmosphere, great staff, great place to visit. If you like Caribbean food or would like a change from the usual, this place comes highly recommended.”
Peter Li
“The food was delicious with lots of colour and flavour. The price was right and the vibe was light and fun.”
Katherine M.
“If you have not yet tried this restaurant make it next on your list!! The food, the atmosphere and most importantly the staff are the best!!!”
Olivia Jenkins
“The whole Spiced Roots staff went above and beyond to make my family feel welcome. We felt we got a taste of home in food and in vibes!”
Sydney R.
“Excellent little restaurant serving West Indian classic dishes. I liked how they had slightly refined the original recipes and the presentation was perfect.”
Mark Girling
“Everything was amazing! The food, the drinks, the service — could not recommend more.”
Jenya K.
“Food was excellent and the staff were so friendly. Can recommend the homemade ginger beer if you like a big hit of ginger. Would definitely go back again.”
John Kinder
“Freya was a delight! She really elevated the experience which was already made great by the delicious food, amazing cocktails and amazing atmosphere!!!”
Fitzroy W.
“Staff were very nice and accommodating — they gave the celebrant a cocktail on the house. Love the vibe of the restaurant overall.”
Keren Golea
“Great food, good service and friendly staff.”
Joyce U.
“I can't thank the team at Spiced Roots enough! We had our wedding lunch there and they went above and beyond to host the most perfect event.”
M J
“Excellent waitress, good prices!”
Josh W.
“Staff were very welcoming and friendly. The food was great, we enjoyed the jerk chicken, curry goat and festivals.”
Daniel Ning
“Excellent!”
Maxim V.
“I have to give it up for this restaurant, service on point, staff has time for everyone with a conversation.”
Chukka
“Very tasty food.”
Wiktor W.
“This was just a superb experience, from beginning to end. We went for lunch having driven from Hertfordshire.”
David Lancefield
“Great food, great atmosphere and great service.”
Shaka O.
“Absolutely amazing experience. Staff went above and beyond to accommodate us and make us feel welcome.”
tiana RJS
“The food is 10 out of 10 here, nowhere else does jerk chicken as nice as Spiced Roots!”
Daniel N.
“We entered this restaurant as novices to Caribbean food, and we left as big fans. The setting is gorgeous.”
Meg
“Absolutely amazing food and service, cannot wait to go back.”
Richard c.
“I went to Spiced Roots on a rum tasting evening, and had a three-course meal to soak up the booze.”
Derren Walker
“Service, food and atmosphere were all excellent. We had a great evening.”
Jemeela Q.
“I have been a regular customer of this restaurant. It has been my routine to come here for dinner.”
Polly Chong
“Food great and staff super lovely.”
Flo F.
“Absolutely amazing! Such delicious and intense flavours. Amazing presentation and such a lovely homely atmosphere.”
Ashlee W
“Fabulous tasting food, well presented with great service. Would highly recommend.”
Isidore D.
“First time here with friends and we were not disappointed! The staff were amazing and super friendly.”
Sarah King
“The flavours were amazing and serving staff was so kind. I was given containers to take leftovers home.”
Yiz Z.
“My best friend and I had an amazing meal here! The service was fantastic, all the staff were exceptional.”
Jon Xue Zhang
“The food was delicious and the staff treated us really well.”
Vino G.
“Really delicious food, full of flavour and character and depth! Service was great — friendly and quick, especially given it was dinner time on Valentine's Day.”
Harmon
“Great food, even better people. Great team working here!”
Rohan M.
“I've been wanting to dine here for a few years and it was as delicious as I expected and worth the journey.”
Ayesha A
“Great food and great service! Would definitely recommend.”
Eleonora N.
“Oxford's No.1 restaurant to go to. We came in before a gig in Oxford and the minute we walked through the door we knew we were in for a treat.”
Harry East
“We had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious, truly excellent quality. Everything was very clean and well presented.”
pam C.
“Absolutely loved the food here. Everything was fresh, full of flavour and cooked properly. The service was friendly and welcoming from start to finish.”
Sarfraz Ali
“Everything we ordered was delicious. The prawns and lamb were fantastic, but that tiny bottle of in-house pepper sauce… oh wow, I need a lifetime supply!”
Farhana K.
“Amazing food and flavours, and the best cocktails I've had recently. Favourites were the grilled octopus salad, oxtail and ginger cake. We'll be back!”
Yoanna Ivanova
“Food was good, really tasty, great service with good vibes and excellent music, will be back for sure.”
Tj T.
“We ate here for the first time on my birthday and we could not have been more pleased.”
Momé
“The service was very friendly and efficient. The homemade ginger beer was amazing. The food was delicious and very good value.”
Simon J.
“First time for Caribbean food. It was very good, especially starter! I loved it. Will come again.”
Rossanan Rakchan
“Amazing flavours! The Kingfish steak along with a side of roti or plantains is especially unbeatable.”
Marcelina J.
“A terrific find in Oxford. Authentic Caribbean food, great vibes, good service and the flavors of the islands.”
RH
“Amazing drinks, delicious food, and lovely staff. Can't wait to go back!”
Cynthia S.
“Easily the best Caribbean food we've ever had. Service was great, food was fresh and tasted amazing.”
Taurai Jiri
“Waitress was very engaging, food was authentic, we were not rushed. It was a great experience.”
Chris B.
“I came here for my birthday with my family, and the food and service was brilliant.”
Jemma
“Fantastic food and impeccable service.”
Andrew L.
“An absolute gem of a restaurant in Oxford, the most authentic Caribbean food I have had.”
P H
“Great food! I would definitely recommend the oxtail, great mix of spice and flavour. The staff is very welcoming and the ambience is colourful and relaxed.”
Eleonora N.
“Fantastic food. It's really spicy, so you must like it.”
Kat H
“Everything from the thoughtful table setting to the warm welcome and attentive service were perfect. The food being beyond delicious was the icing on the cake.”
lanisha B.
“This was my best dining experience in Oxford. Please visit if you want a great dining experience.”
Jasonn Denard
“Lovely freshly cooked food served by cheerful and friendly staff.”
Albert M.
“The food here is absolutely delicious. I had the smoked baigan starter and ital roti main, both incredible.”
Francesca Ounsworth
“The food was delicious, the service very friendly, would definitely recommend. Looking forward to visiting again.”
Claire P.
“Lots of positives: very friendly service, cool setting, varied menu, great cocktails.”
Olivier S
“Everything was amazing. We'll come back 100%.”
Isabel G.
“We came all the way from east London and it was worth the journey. The food was delicious.”
Mello
“Such an amazing place, can't recommend it enough!!!”
amy m.
“An outstanding evening. The attention to detail in the food was exceptional, with every dish feeling considered.”
Garth C
“The food is fantastic but it's the AMAZING staff and owners that made the night so special! I can't wait to come back!”
Christy W.
“Really tasty food, cooked to perfection, and with the perfect amount of spice.”
Michael Tsang
“Amazing food and cocktails, lovely atmosphere and music, kind and attentive staff. We had a wonderful time!”
Isabella S.
“One of the most delicious restaurants I've ever eaten in the whole UK.”
Eylül Geldard
“Excellent food and a very warm welcome. Would definitely recommend and will be returning as soon as we can.”
Mark H.
“Great service, so kind. The food was really tasty.”
Adriano F.
“Great service and food.”
rumella d.
“Spiced Roots, such a special place. Delicious food, amazing cocktails and the nicest bunch of staff on the Cowley Road.”
Henrietta B.
“As usual, brilliant food, the best service, incredibly tasty homemade ginger beer.”
Manuela H.
“Literally the most AMAZING food and the best drinks ever, the staff were so friendly and it was such a wholesome and lovely evening, will def be going back!!”
Grace G.
“Wonderful food and fantastic service, thank you!”
Emily J.
“Food was delicious, staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Would definitely go here again.”
James B.
“The food, drinks and ambience of this fine place was everything I hoped for and more. This will not be the last time I eat here.”
Jennifer B.
“Had a brilliant time at Spiced Roots. The food is properly authentic—my Jamaican-born mum was genuinely impressed, which says it all.”
Shaka Obhiozele
“This is Oxford's hidden gem! I had saltfish croquettes for starters and Kingfish for mains — the food was just amazing!!”
Leslie B.
“Such a lovely place to go for dinner. Can recommend everything — particularly the prawns! Great selection of sides and the homemade rum cake was perfect!”
Hattie
“Such a fantastic find for us when we visited Oxford. Every time we go back we pop in for dinner. Easily one of the best places to eat in Oxford.”
Laura B.
“Great food, great atmosphere, great staff, great place to visit. If you like Caribbean food or would like a change from the usual, this place comes highly recommended.”
Peter Li
“The food was delicious with lots of colour and flavour. The price was right and the vibe was light and fun.”
Katherine M.
“If you have not yet tried this restaurant make it next on your list!! The food, the atmosphere and most importantly the staff are the best!!!”
Olivia Jenkins
“The whole Spiced Roots staff went above and beyond to make my family feel welcome. We felt we got a taste of home in food and in vibes!”
Sydney R.
“Excellent little restaurant serving West Indian classic dishes. I liked how they had slightly refined the original recipes and the presentation was perfect.”
Mark Girling
“Everything was amazing! The food, the drinks, the service — could not recommend more.”
Jenya K.
“Food was excellent and the staff were so friendly. Can recommend the homemade ginger beer if you like a big hit of ginger. Would definitely go back again.”
John Kinder
“Freya was a delight! She really elevated the experience which was already made great by the delicious food, amazing cocktails and amazing atmosphere!!!”
Fitzroy W.
“Staff were very nice and accommodating — they gave the celebrant a cocktail on the house. Love the vibe of the restaurant overall.”
Keren Golea
“Great food, good service and friendly staff.”
Joyce U.
“I can't thank the team at Spiced Roots enough! We had our wedding lunch there and they went above and beyond to host the most perfect event.”
M J
“Excellent waitress, good prices!”
Josh W.
“Staff were very welcoming and friendly. The food was great, we enjoyed the jerk chicken, curry goat and festivals.”
Daniel Ning
“Excellent!”
Maxim V.
“I have to give it up for this restaurant, service on point, staff has time for everyone with a conversation.”
Chukka
“Very tasty food.”
Wiktor W.
“This was just a superb experience, from beginning to end. We went for lunch having driven from Hertfordshire.”
David Lancefield
“Great food, great atmosphere and great service.”
Shaka O.
“Absolutely amazing experience. Staff went above and beyond to accommodate us and make us feel welcome.”
tiana RJS
“The food is 10 out of 10 here, nowhere else does jerk chicken as nice as Spiced Roots!”
Daniel N.
“We entered this restaurant as novices to Caribbean food, and we left as big fans. The setting is gorgeous.”
Meg
“Absolutely amazing food and service, cannot wait to go back.”
Richard c.
“I went to Spiced Roots on a rum tasting evening, and had a three-course meal to soak up the booze.”
Derren Walker
“Service, food and atmosphere were all excellent. We had a great evening.”
Jemeela Q.
“I have been a regular customer of this restaurant. It has been my routine to come here for dinner.”
Polly Chong
“Food great and staff super lovely.”
Flo F.
“Absolutely amazing! Such delicious and intense flavours. Amazing presentation and such a lovely homely atmosphere.”
Ashlee W
“Fabulous tasting food, well presented with great service. Would highly recommend.”
Isidore D.
“First time here with friends and we were not disappointed! The staff were amazing and super friendly.”
Sarah King
“The flavours were amazing and serving staff was so kind. I was given containers to take leftovers home.”
Yiz Z.
“My best friend and I had an amazing meal here! The service was fantastic, all the staff were exceptional.”
Jon Xue Zhang
“The food was delicious and the staff treated us really well.”
Vino G.
“Really delicious food, full of flavour and character and depth! Service was great — friendly and quick, especially given it was dinner time on Valentine's Day.”
Harmon
“Great food, even better people. Great team working here!”
Rohan M.
“I've been wanting to dine here for a few years and it was as delicious as I expected and worth the journey.”
Ayesha A
“Great food and great service! Would definitely recommend.”
Eleonora N.
“Oxford's No.1 restaurant to go to. We came in before a gig in Oxford and the minute we walked through the door we knew we were in for a treat.”
Harry East
“We had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious, truly excellent quality. Everything was very clean and well presented.”
pam C.
“Absolutely loved the food here. Everything was fresh, full of flavour and cooked properly. The service was friendly and welcoming from start to finish.”
Sarfraz Ali
“Everything we ordered was delicious. The prawns and lamb were fantastic, but that tiny bottle of in-house pepper sauce… oh wow, I need a lifetime supply!”
Farhana K.
“Amazing food and flavours, and the best cocktails I've had recently. Favourites were the grilled octopus salad, oxtail and ginger cake. We'll be back!”
Yoanna Ivanova
“Food was good, really tasty, great service with good vibes and excellent music, will be back for sure.”
Tj T.
“We ate here for the first time on my birthday and we could not have been more pleased.”
Momé
“The service was very friendly and efficient. The homemade ginger beer was amazing. The food was delicious and very good value.”
Simon J.
“First time for Caribbean food. It was very good, especially starter! I loved it. Will come again.”
Rossanan Rakchan
“Amazing flavours! The Kingfish steak along with a side of roti or plantains is especially unbeatable.”
Marcelina J.
“A terrific find in Oxford. Authentic Caribbean food, great vibes, good service and the flavors of the islands.”
RH
“Amazing drinks, delicious food, and lovely staff. Can't wait to go back!”
Cynthia S.
“Easily the best Caribbean food we've ever had. Service was great, food was fresh and tasted amazing.”
Taurai Jiri
“Waitress was very engaging, food was authentic, we were not rushed. It was a great experience.”
Chris B.
“I came here for my birthday with my family, and the food and service was brilliant.”
Jemma
“Fantastic food and impeccable service.”
Andrew L.
“An absolute gem of a restaurant in Oxford, the most authentic Caribbean food I have had.”
P H
“Great food! I would definitely recommend the oxtail, great mix of spice and flavour. The staff is very welcoming and the ambience is colourful and relaxed.”
Eleonora N.
“Fantastic food. It's really spicy, so you must like it.”
Kat H
“Everything from the thoughtful table setting to the warm welcome and attentive service were perfect. The food being beyond delicious was the icing on the cake.”
lanisha B.
“This was my best dining experience in Oxford. Please visit if you want a great dining experience.”
Jasonn Denard
“Lovely freshly cooked food served by cheerful and friendly staff.”
Albert M.
“The food here is absolutely delicious. I had the smoked baigan starter and ital roti main, both incredible.”
Francesca Ounsworth
“The food was delicious, the service very friendly, would definitely recommend. Looking forward to visiting again.”
Claire P.
“Lots of positives: very friendly service, cool setting, varied menu, great cocktails.”
Olivier S
“Everything was amazing. We'll come back 100%.”
Isabel G.
“We came all the way from east London and it was worth the journey. The food was delicious.”
Mello
“Such an amazing place, can't recommend it enough!!!”
amy m.
“An outstanding evening. The attention to detail in the food was exceptional, with every dish feeling considered.”
Garth C
“The food is fantastic but it's the AMAZING staff and owners that made the night so special! I can't wait to come back!”
Christy W.
“Really tasty food, cooked to perfection, and with the perfect amount of spice.”
Michael Tsang
“Amazing food and cocktails, lovely atmosphere and music, kind and attentive staff. We had a wonderful time!”
Isabella S.
“One of the most delicious restaurants I've ever eaten in the whole UK.”
Eylül Geldard
“Excellent food and a very warm welcome. Would definitely recommend and will be returning as soon as we can.”
Mark H.
“Great service, so kind. The food was really tasty.”
Adriano F.
“Great service and food.”
rumella d.
“Spiced Roots, such a special place. Delicious food, amazing cocktails and the nicest bunch of staff on the Cowley Road.”
Henrietta B.
“As usual, brilliant food, the best service, incredibly tasty homemade ginger beer.”
Manuela H.
“Literally the most AMAZING food and the best drinks ever, the staff were so friendly and it was such a wholesome and lovely evening, will def be going back!!”
Grace G.
“Wonderful food and fantastic service, thank you!”
Emily J.
“Food was delicious, staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Would definitely go here again.”
James B.
The Rum Bar
Over 100 Caribbean Rums
“The History of the Caribbean is reflected in its people, traditions, rums and cocktails. Here at Spiced Roots we endeavour to share that rich history with you.”
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Location & Hours
- LunchThursday – Saturday
- 12pm – 3pm
- DinnerMonday – Saturday
- 5:30pm – 10pm
- Sunday
- Closed
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