Dining Room at Spiced Roots Restaurant

Restaurant

Shared space

About this space

Step inside Spiced Roots and you’re instantly in the Caribbean.
Sand-textured walls, beach-inspired artwork, coconuts, driftwood and traditional island ornaments surround you. Centred around our 100+ bottle rum bar, a true Caribbean rum shack.

Whether you’re looking to host an intimate private dinner, a lively corporate gathering or a vibrant cultural event, Spiced Roots offers a unique setting that blends warmth, flavour and atmosphere.

Our space comfortably accommodates up to 30 guests and is perfect for:

• Rum masterclasses – explore the world of Caribbean rum guided by our expert team.
• Corporate lunches or meetings – great food in a relaxed yet professional setting.
• Private celebrations & networking events – birthdays, socials or special occasions with full restaurant hire available.
• Cultural & student society events – connecting communities through food, music and storytelling.

Located on Cowley Road in Oxford, we bring Caribbean soul and hospitality to the heart of the city, vibrant, welcoming and full of flavour.

At Spiced Roots, every event feels like a trip to the islands!

Event offers and packages

Lunch (Mon–Fri, 11am–3pm)
From £10pp – Choose a chicken dish (your preferred style) or chickpea & fritters, served with fried rice/fries, salad/slaw and a drink of your choice.
Premium upgrades available – just enquire.

Dinner (Mon–Sat, 5:30pm–10pm)
From £15pp – Enjoy one main dish from our traditional Caribbean menu.
Premium upgrades available – just enquire.

Sunday Private Hire (12pm–6pm)
Exclusive full-venue booking.
Dine from our regular menu or request a bespoke menu tailored to your event – simply enquire for details.

Prices

Monday

11:00 – 22:00

from £10–£15 per person

Per session

11:00 – 15:00

from £10

Per session

17:30 – 22:00

from £15

Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Tuesday

11:00 – 22:00

from £10–£15 per person

Per session

11:00 – 15:00

from £10

Per session

17:30 – 22:00

from £15

Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Wednesday

11:00 – 22:00

from £10–£15 per person

Per session

11:00 – 15:00

from £10

Per session

17:30 – 22:00

from £15

Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Thursday

11:00 – 22:00

from £10–£15 per person

Per session

11:00 – 15:00

from £10

Per session

17:30 – 22:00

from £15

Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Friday

11:00 – 22:00

from £10–£15 per person

Per session

11:00 – 15:00

from £10

Per session

17:30 – 22:00

from £15

Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Saturday

13:00 – 22:00

from £15 per person

Per session

13:00 – 15:30

from £15

Per session

17:30 – 22:00

from £15

Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Sunday

12:00 – 18:00

from £25 per person

Per session

12:00 – 18:00

from £25

Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago

Capacity

Standing

up to 60

Dining

up to 30

Boardroom

up to 22

Catering and drinks

Halal menu

Extensive vegan menu

Alcohol licence until 22:00 (extension available)

Facilities

Air conditioner

Paid parking facilities available nearby

Full rum & cocktail menu

2-for-1 cocktails

Vibrant vegan options

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Host rules

• Smoking on premises not allowed.

About Spiced Roots Restaurant

Spiced Roots is a family-run Caribbean restaurant and rum bar on Oxford’s Cowley Road. The interior feels like a tropical getaway, complete with beachy décor and a thatched rum bar - but no sand in your shoes.

It’s a spot fit for birthdays, work dos, or just pretending you’re on holiday for the night. Come hungry, leave happy, and possibly plotting your next trip to the Caribbean.