Rose and Crown, The

For those who like their food and drink with a touch of academia, look no further than the Rose and Crown. This really is an Oxford institution, as much loved as the venerable and ancient colleges, many of whose inhabitants frequent the pub with affection and regularity.

The menu features sausages and mash and a quick glance at the thoughtfully provided Sausage Indicator will show you the snorker of the day, selected from a satisfactorily wide range. Grills all have chips or baked potato alongside, with a crisp salad, and the 10 oz rump steaks come from the nearby covered market. There's an enticing array of sandwiches and baguettes along with a traditional English all day breakfast.

The cask beer includes two contributions from Adnams, and Hook Norton's "Old Hooky". Bulmers Original weighs in at 4.5%, and on the top shelf, but well within sight is a Collection of single malts that will bring tears of joy to the connoisseur of such liquids of higher understanding.