48 HOURS IN THE COTSWOLDS - Road Trip ft. Pubs, BBQ & Country House Hotels

We road trip through the beautiful Cotswolds visiting our favourite restaurants, pubs, farm shops and country house hotels. From upscaled gastropubs, to one of the best sausage rolls in the UK, right through to open fire bbq kitchens in the middle of a field, this is the ultimate Cotswolds road trip.
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00:00 Roots & Seeds
01:46 The New Inn Coln
03:48 Thyme
04:43 Ox Barn
06:57 The Cotswolds Guy
09:33 The Halfways at Kineton
12:01 The Fox at Oddington (Daylesford Cottages)
12:41 Pit Kitchen
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[@alisa_fong]

My favorite restaurant is Les Frangins, Paris. They make all kind of steak tartares!

[@topjaw]

Alisa!! Congratulations, you are our winner! 🙌 Thank you to everyone who commented, some incredibly passionate answers!

[@alisa_fong]

Thank you very much!

[@Reemt25]

You know you're enjoying the Cotswolds film when you feel like you need a 40min long video instead of 14. WE WANT MORE

[@affricabethune8575]

Would love to see more of the Cotswolds

[@topjaw]

Sooooo, round 2 road trip? 👀

[@Xenorous_]

Elevated pub food, outdoor eating and most importantly great weather in the UK??? What a combo!!

[@topjaw]

Right?!

[@littlemissgemtravels]

I'd love you to do a tour of Oxford. I've lived here all my life but rarely go out to eat, I definitely need to make more of an effort to find some new favourites.

[@topjaw]

Would love to, where should we go first?!

[@littlemissgemtravels]

@@topjaw The Grand Cafe for breakfast. Explore the covered market as it's full of gems but don't skip Ben's Cookie's. There are three G&D's selling incredible ice cream but the one opposite Christchurch college is the best. Other places I enjoy are Gees, No.1 Ship Street and The Rickety Press. Raoul's is also great for late night cocktails.

[@pmitchell9765]

@@topjawPLEASE do Oxford!!Vaults cafe and garden you will love Will and his ethos and Worton organic farm and cafe shouldn’t be missed

[@DaleClaassen]

Top 2 faves (for the sausage rolls): Cape To Cuba (Cape Town 🇿🇦)- overlooks Kalk Bay beach and incredible Seafood Linguine and Valpy Street Bistro (Reading 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿) - underground intimate divine restaurant

[@HannahjosC]

Favourite restaurant - Huis In Southsea, Portsmouth. A little slice of Belgian heaven. Wall to ceiling beers and TopJaw dribble worthy food to match. Pork belly a signature in there.

[@johncuffe1116]

Favourite restaurant, The Mussel Pot, Havelock, South Island, New Zealand. Amazing local spot, with 1kgs of freshly steamed green lipped mussels in a choice of sauces (my favourite Cream, white wine, garlic, and herbs) served in a huge chefs pot with crusty dipping bread. Pair this with a local Marborough region crisp cold Sauvignon Blanc and you are in absolute heaven. If you gents love your seafood, I highly recommend you get down to NZ! Love your channel guys. ❤

[@maditheband]

So glad I found this video before our upcoming trip to the Cotswolds later this month!

[@SezElaine]

Just moved to London and I have been loving your content for finding the best places to eat around the UK & Europe, keep it up!! My current favourite is Farmer's Daughter in Melbourne. It's an incredible seasonal menu all sourced locally from the food bowl of Victoria and the vibe is just immaculate!

[@connorteague4670]

I live in the Cotswolds and The halfway house is a new favourite! Glad to see you enjoying all the local restaurants I’m blessed to have it all on my doorstep

[@topjaw]

What a place to live!!

[@HartzPTV]

Cotswolds is going to be one of those places that you go for food, but stay for views and ambience. I would say my favourite restaurant is Fotografiska in Tallinn. From farm to plate and really a all-around 3 in 1 place - you can have brunch, dinner or cocktails there.

[@renid100]

A recent favourite is Gertrude, Amsterdam! Olde worlde setting, a relaxed 5 course tasting menu full of surprises, firm fav of the locals and all round stunning dine! Jesse & Will you must go. Thanks as always for the top tier reccos!

[@camilaborba79]

Love the channel, loved the video, the Cotswolds have been on my bucket list for a looong time! Favorite restaurant must be the Nez Bistro in my hometown - Recife, Brazil - it’s a tradicional and charming French bistro filled with great memories ❤

[@sammystewart8132]

Favourite Restaurant for me has to be Monkey Bar in Berlin, amazing cocktails, amazing korean fried chicken! Atmosphere is very chill and a view over the Berlin Zoo that’s just next door. 🤩

[@topjaw]

Sounds epic!!

[@darrenedwards6866]

Another fantastic video Will’s dry commentary works perfectly 😂

[@CaribbeanLife101]

Really nice. I love those quaint village pubs. So "un-touristy" and simple. Thanks for another cool video guys. Cheers 🍻

[@topjaw]

Love to hear it mate, thanks so much!

[@lacymck]

Love this! Totally adding to my list of must dos. I would love to see some more Scotland videos ;)

[@topjaw]

Where should we go first in Scotland?!

[@luxelistblog4209]

@@topjaw Dornoch! We still need to book you into Links House!

[@CJTrujillo30]

Guys I love your channel. You make a great team. Keep those videos coming! Favorite restaurant NOBU in Malibu. Location, drinks, ambience, and obviously food and service makes it the 🐐 for me!

[@topjaw]

Thanks mate!!

[@al_dente_studio]

love the cotswolds vibes! definitely on my travel bucket list… food looks amaaaazing… also looking forward to the vienna episode. hope you’ll feature my fav places…

[@topjaw]

Definitely go, it's been one of our favourite trips this year! Vienna isn't far away 👀

[@shashawol]

What an amazing road trip filled with delicious looking food 😯This is hard... but one of my favourite restaurants is Burnt Ends in Singapore! Absolutely divine food, ambience and experience 😋👌❤

[@GregCurtin45]

Thanks#VWFinancial for sponsoring this episode and introducing us to your new EV. Outstanding tour as always from team #TopJaw. When it comes to a favourite restaurant... sometimes the atmosphere exceeds the food and that is - okay! When visiting NYC I love to go to Carmine's Italian restaurant in the theater district. The food is better than average, served family style, in a 1940's mafioso setting. It's fun comfort food and the ambiance elevates the experience. Being from Toronto I am excluded from the contest but I love every time we see a #SausageRoll up close. Thanks Will for making all of us drool.

[@theneonflame7066]

Hey, loved this video, it made me think of another beautiful UK destination for you guys, North Yorkshire. Amazing scenery and a great food scene. Black Swan at Oldstead, Shaun Rankin at Grantley Hall, The Star Inn at Harome, The Oldest Sweet Shop in the World in Pateley Bridge (not to mention the best pork pies from the high street butchers). Yorkshire Puddings, Dales cheeses, Rhubarb, North Yorkshire is amazing!

[@Tom-dj6vv]

Will and Jesse...Living the great life...Love It!!!!

[@juliahenderson7216]

Favourite restaurant is Rei das Praias on Caneiros beach in the Algarve 🦐🦐🦐 the BEST grilled tiger prawns in garlicky oil. Sublime 🙌🏻

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Omg I love the Cotswolds! This is already one of my many FAVES.

[@user-if6sc5mg3p]

Brilliant show as always! Try Sola in London - really enjoyed it. A tour around Ireland would be fun! Kai in Galway is a real gem 😊

[@stannigrace]

loveeee that you went to the new inn! i used to work there wayyyy before baz & fred turned into the gorg place it is now! shoutout to ciren, too! 👏🏾

[@cesarbahar786]

Great video you guys love all the great food and places that you guys visit in stayed. 🤗🏡🥰

[@topjaw]

Thank you so much!

[@denomdemon]

I simply can't pick my favorite restaurant, but one I'm really feeling right now is Post Oak on Tennyson St in Denver, CO. Great Texas post oak smoked meats, loads of whiskey to choose from, and an amazing crew who make every visit a blast.

[@ashleighwright5575]

Great channel worthy of a subscription. Our favourite restaurant is definitely Cookhouse in Newcastle!

[@katzablot599]

My favorite restaurant is at the Inveroran Hotel in Bridge of Orchy, Scotland. Nadia’s food is next level, in a gorgeous highland setting. I’ve travelled from the US just to eat there again. The best food on the West Highland Way.

[@richardsoper777]

Love to see the Cotswolds Highlighted. Thank you

[@devinperera5921]

Favourite restaurant at the moment has to be Kochchi in Edinburgh, started out of a horse box and have moved into a storefront in Bonnie and Wilde in Edinburgh. The only place I’ve been able to find proper Sri Lankan street food in Scotland.

[@Wissro]

Top video as always, perfect scenery for a Sunday!

[@topjaw]

Thanks mate!

[@margieclarke6165]

FABULOUS a Happy place for people to escape to ,' your videos.. Thanks 🔹🔷💠

[@liammorgan3468]

Fave restaurant in the world is Kushi-Ya. Understated setting, incredible food in the heart of Nottingham. Came onto the scene as Jay Rayner’s restaurant of the year 2022. The Yuzu Margaritas are the bay.

[@joelsamuelkapepula5376]

I think you should go explore Devon or even better the Jurassic Coast, absolutely gorgeous coast line with incredible hidden gems.

[@chrisbrierley8575]

Love this! My favourite restaurant atm is the Chester Arms, Oxford. Best steak platter going 😋

[@Rooostar]

Such a great video! All of these spots are now on my list of places to visit. What beautiful views! (sorry Tori 😂) I'd have to say my favourite restaurant is Branca in my home town of Oxford.

[@oxsevenrecruitment]

Our office used to be in Kingham, so gutted we don't get to enjoy all these amazing places any more! Favourite restaurant is Kingham Plough, in Kingham!

[@vladbulauchyk4287]

Highly recommend Montesacro in Brooklyn, NY. Love their pizzas and antipasti. Very friendly service and beautiful environment.

[@Higher750]

Favorite restaurant - Le Benjamin in Oslo. Great food in a fun and casual setting with great service.

[@HaywardJones09]

Great tour - will certainly be stopping at The Halfway and The New Inn when we go back to the Cotswolds in November. Favourite restaurant - The Ugly Butterfly in Carbis Bay, Cornwall (loved it so much, we got married there!)

[@topjaw]

Thanks mate!

[@jonathanmasters4128]

Favourite restaurant has to be Sur le pouce in Marseille. Stumbled across it down a damp alley way whilst on holiday, and discovered the most amazing Moroccan restaurant. Bowls stacked high with couscous and grilled meat. So simple, so delicious, and so nice they named it twice. We went back three days in a row.

[@alexg20111]

Good work lads, I love the Cotswolds and have had pit kitchen on my list for a while! Keep it up.

[@topjaw]

The team at Pit Kitchen will take care of you, definitely pay them a visit!

[@Sarah-tb5mu]

Unbelievable episode! I've written down everything from this and I am going...... THANKS TOPJAW

[@topjaw]

Thanks so much Sarah!!

[@beckyfromblink]

Best restaurant: The Royal Hotel, No.44 Raja Veediya, Kandy 20000, Sri Lanka....best curry/food/cocktails I've ever had. Keep up the great vids guys!

[@si29uk]

Favourite Restaurant is one in the Charente region of France. We visited around 15 years ago and have never been able to find it again. It was based on a farm and was famous for what was known as Chicken in the Chimney. The food was very simple. Good roast poultry with a smokey flair. Coffee was a piece of theatre. Cold coffee was poured into a large ceramic bowl on a deep saucer. The saucer was filled with high proof cognac and set alright. That then heated the coffee perfectly. To drink, you poured the leftover booze into the coffee and sweetened to taste. Known as a brulot, it was an unforgettable end to the evening. So not high gastronomy but a great experience. And will never be repeated.

[@lukehackett1137]

Long time Topjaw viewer, this was amazing to watch. We had our wedding at Old gore barn which Baz & Fred own, had pre wedding party at The New Inn, and post party the next day at The Stump ... great to know you rate it as much as we do

[@keif6608]

Osteria De Fortunata in Roma has to be my fav spot. Thanks for the Topjaw top tip. Send me those sausage rolls boiiis, or a sweet pair of sunnies 🙌

[@marcgatford7951]

Fave restaurant: Island Fish, Bryher, Scilly Isles. Family business catching and serving fresh shellfish in a beautiful setting at decent prices.

[@donaldharvey7511]

Favorite restaurant is The Table in Edinburgh, knocks the socks off all other restaurants in town. Immaculate vibes and even better food! Honorary mention to Reis des Praias in Ferragudo, Algarve.

[@djpeekay25]

i am so glad you have done the Cotswolds as it is just an hour drive for me!

[@topjaw]

go go go!

[@simonemoser304]

My favourite restaurant has to be Kindle in Cardiff. Seasonal menus, their own kitchen garden and beautiful seating areas !

[@AngryPurpleCow1]

My favourite restaurant is Suculent in Barcelona. After you recommended it, I went last week, and it was unbelievable. Crazy value for 60 euros too.

[@AndreaLondonUK]

Probably the most enjoyable channel!

[@sebastiangurtubayviu7746]

South America Top Jaw Tour! Santiago de Chile is a must see

[@Rhys_Fairhurst]

All looks amazing! Would love to see mother Cornwall trip!

[@topjaw]

We've done Cornwall! One of our faves 🙏

[@BJ-fz9md]

The French Table in Surbiton! Amazing food, beautiful service. So so good

[@JordanNichollsYouTube]

Zaza in Harpenden is probably my favourite. It’s about the experiences and vibe is amazing and it’s my go to place for a delicious meal

[@loustevens7387]

Smokini, in Plovdiv is my absolute favourite restaurant. If ever you guys do a 24 or 48 hours in Sofia, be sure to take a couple hours journey down to Plovdiv - so many cool places in Kapana district, which is the real arty hub that will get you gloriously fed, and yes most probably totally wasted 😂😂

[@Tunsberg]

Top one is Maaemo in Oslo, Norway, never financially recovered from it since! Keep up the good work guys!

[@laurapratt6815]

I love your videos, such awesome guys full of enthusiasm and energy. One of my favourite restaurants is called Chestnut in ballydehob west of Ireland 🇮🇪 Would love to try these delicious sausage rolls 👍👍👍🔥🔥🔥 Keep producing awesome videos 😎

[@padders1068]

A tough 48 hours in the office 🤭 Food and accommodation all looked awesome. The Cotswolds is a stunning area.

[@topjaw]

Truly some of the best in the UK!

[@timsmith9530]

My fave restaurant in the world: Pilu at Freshwater in Sydney...Amazing food in an amazing setting, served by lovely people.

[@Tweb42]

Great video boys! I’ve got a few more hidden gems for you guys in the Cotswolds for next time your up this way

[@mongamelimahlangu3774]

Lovely film as usual, made me salivate all the way through and want to make a visit. My favourite restaurant has to be The Whippet, in Johannesburg, South Africa.

[@JozzaELF13]

My favourite restaurant in the whole world - Tempura Naruse, in Shizuoka (Tokyo). Locally sourced seafood and vegetables, it's the pinnacle of tempura. The best of the best.

[@louise2118]

Fave restaurant in the world?! Casa Toni in Madrid. It's homely, hearty, no frills and always makes me feel like I've arrived in Spain! 😊

[@lwsmcdnld]

Best place restaurant for me is Pierre Victorie, Dean Street. Another great video. Adding the Cotswolds to my list 🙌🏻

[@topjaw]

Thanks mate, definitely go!

[@gillysullivan3393]

Love the Cotswolds! Favourite restaurant is Restaurant Les Terraillers in Biot, South of France - a must go!!

[@03graeme]

Miod Malina in Krakow is the nicest meal I've ever had. Wreckfish in Liverpool is a close second and a lot closer to home. Loving the content!

[@gregglewisdrums]

Great episode, please come to Hebden Bridge, Halifax and Sowerby Bridge, we have some right little gems! X Our favourite is Coin in Hebden

[@smihtm]

my favourite is a place called little creatures in perth WA, great food, fantastic beer. They do a lamb harrisa pizza that i think about years later and the nachos are also fantastic

[@topjaw]

Believe it or not, someone in our team is able to absolutely back that rec! Sensational view & brews.

[@seraphimlee]

Biggest fan of top jaw! favourite restaurant has to be Western Laundry in London!! A little hideaway but amazing food

[@user-pc7cs5uz2g]

Absolutely love you guys! Legit just eaten at Terra Bar Vins it blew us away and has become my favourite restaurant!!!

[@topjaw]

Terra Bar Vins!! One of our all time faves, glad you loved it!

[@zizicocabo]

Favourite restaurant: I adore Kai in Galway, Ireland. A must visit if you're ever out west!

[@chelseajohnson4091]

Favourite restaurant ever... Pot Luck Club in Cape Town South Africa! 10/10 😍😋

[@novichok7213]

Fav restaurant in the world..... Ugly Butterfly, Carbis Bay. Just stunning food and the most amazing view

[@jessallaround13]

The Lost Kitchen in Freedom, Maine, US. Newer fan, loving the videos!

[@samratcliffe1989]

The Ferry Boat Inn, Helford Cornwall. Just a beauty of a pub in a ridiculous location. Well worth a visit 🙏🏻

[@rossfriend9939]

Looks amazing! Best restaurant: Potluck Club - Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦

[@FeedMyPostBox]

Fave restaurant - Brix and Bones in Norwich!! Must visit if you ever do a 24 hours in video

[@neuer2340]

Wilde restaurant in Dublin for a favourite! Next town should be somewhere in the South of France - perhaps go to the World Cup at the same time

[@carcher2275]

All Beef, portimao, Portugal amazing food, wine, spotless clean best steak i have ever had and their whiskey prawns are elite!

[@krishithink]

Gotta say Rita's Dining in Soho for my absolute fave martini and some stand out dishes, but also notable mention to Derriere in Paris, especially with a sneaky trip to the secret smoking room!

[@tobymiles6306]

My favourite restaurant in the world would have to be Damascus in Wellington, New Zealand. Seriously missing this place now that I live in London!!

[@Tony-bm8kw]

Entering the comp, love sausage rolls so much. My current top favourite restaurant is Mama Pooh's Kitchen in ko pha-ngan, Thailand. Amazing authentic thai food, amazing prices. Well worth a visit

[@Connor_ldn]

Fav restaurant is Osteria Pastella in Florence, life changing pasta😍🥵

[@jackreynolds262]

Go the Lake District - Heft, L'Enclume and Henrock (plus Lake Road Kitchen in Windermere). Cumbria is a great food location in the UK and stunning to visit. Some great pubs...

[@joybarnes5504]

Top recommendations!

[@jackrankin9154]

Come to Chester! Great food and drink scene - Carbonara at no 49 is my absolute favourite, authentic Roman food, Scallops, carbonara and Pana Cotta 11/10

[@MinnoqWV]

Excellent stuff, just in time for my honeymoon in the Cotswolds in three weeks!

[@ElleMknight1]

Fave restaurant- peixes in Nice! Stunning small plates and fresh seafood

[@user-lr5zh3tr7h]

Favourite restaurant-Tapas, Barbados. A view that cant be beaten and food to match

[@felipehote]

Fav restaurant: Isomaru Suisan Ueno in Tokyo🗼. Fresh sea food you grill yourself, i will never forget the delicious crab soup cooked in the crab shell. The atmosphere is really nice as well

[@sweir1977]

Top restaurant - Khai Khai, Newcastle. Absolute belter 😋

[@richardwood1186]

Another excellent crafted film gentlemen which has given me an idea for break next year. Please please visit Lowlander grand cafe London. My favourite bar in the big smoke

[@ngdental]

Pátio 44 Restaurant Porto, Portugal.... can't wait to get back and eat again 3/4 of the season changing menu with anybody who appreciates this side of life👌😇

[@CallMeKimChannel]

I love the Cotswolds! It’s hard to pick which is my favourite restaurant ever, but it’s either Ohana in Disney World (trust me!) or Black Tap in London for a filthy roast!