Dirty Bones Oxford has started opening earlier, giving city-centre workers, shoppers, visitors and early risers a new rooftop breakfast option at Westgate Oxford.
At a glance
| Restaurant | Dirty Bones Oxford |
| Where | Westgate Roof Terrace, Queen Street, Oxford, OX1 1PG |
| New breakfast opening | From 8am Monday to Friday and 9am Saturday and Sunday |
| Breakfast dishes | Chicken & Waffles, Duck & Waffles, Blueberry Waffles, Dirty Breakfast Burger, Steak & Eggs and Bacon, Egg & Cheese |
| Family offer | Children can eat free during the summer with a full-paying adult, according to Dirty Bones’ current offers page |
| Also new | Refreshed all-day menu and Lil’ Homies kids’ menu |
| Booking | Book through Dirty Bones Oxford |
Dirty Bones Oxford has launched earlier opening hours, with breakfast now available from 8am on weekdays and 9am at weekends.
The New York-inspired restaurant and bar, based on the rooftop terrace at Westgate Oxford, previously opened later in the day, but is now aiming to attract commuters, shoppers, tourists and families looking for a city-centre breakfast before work, shopping or sightseeing.
The breakfast menu includes some of the brand’s best-known comfort food dishes, including Chicken & Waffles, Duck & Waffles, Blueberry Waffles, the Dirty Breakfast Burger, Steak & Eggs and the New York-style Bacon, Egg & Cheese.
Westgate Oxford’s current breakfast listing says the morning menu is served from 8am to 11.30am Monday to Friday and from 9am to 11am at weekends.
What is on the breakfast menu?
Dirty Bones is known for indulgent American-style comfort food, and its breakfast menu follows the same approach.
For those after something sweet, the restaurant is serving waffles and pancakes, including Blueberry Waffles. For savoury breakfasts, options include Steak & Eggs, the Dirty Breakfast Burger and Bacon, Egg & Cheese.
The restaurant says several of its waffle dishes, including Chicken & Waffles, are now naturally gluten-free. Diners with allergies, coeliac disease or strict dietary requirements should still check the latest allergen information with staff before ordering.
Freshly brewed coffee and breakfast drinks are also available, with the venue also promoting its Bloody Mary for those making more of a leisurely start to the day.
| Breakfast choice | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Chicken & Waffles | One of Dirty Bones’ signature dishes, combining crispy chicken with waffles. |
| Duck & Waffles | A richer twist on the sweet-and-savoury waffle format. |
| Blueberry Waffles | A sweeter option for breakfast or brunch. |
| Dirty Breakfast Burger | A stacked breakfast burger for those who want something more substantial. |
| Steak & Eggs | A savoury morning plate with more of a brunch feel. |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese | A New York-style breakfast staple. |
A rooftop breakfast option for Oxford
The earlier hours give Oxford city centre another breakfast option, particularly for people heading into Westgate, nearby offices, the railway station area, the Covered Market or the city’s main shopping streets.
Dirty Bones’ rooftop position also means guests can use the terrace when the weather allows, making it a summer-friendly option for breakfast, brunch or daytime drinks.
For visitors staying in Oxford, the restaurant is within walking distance of Carfax, Queen Street, Cornmarket Street, Oxford Castle Quarter and several of the city’s main hotels and bus routes.
Families welcomed during the summer holidays
Alongside the breakfast launch, Dirty Bones has introduced a new Lil’ Homies kids’ menu.
The restaurant’s current offers page says children can eat free every day through summer with a full-paying adult.
That gives families another reason to consider the restaurant during the school holidays, especially when combining breakfast, lunch or dinner with a cinema trip, shopping, bowling, sightseeing or other Westgate activities.
Parents should check the live offer terms before booking, including age limits, qualifying adult spend and menu availability.
All-day menu also refreshed
Dirty Bones has also refreshed its wider all-day menu.
The brand’s menu is built around American comfort food and cocktails, with dishes such as burgers, fried chicken, ribs, tacos, loaded sides, shakes and desserts.
The Oxford restaurant also continues to offer weekend brunch later in the day, with Dirty Bones’ own booking page listing last brunch reservations at 3.30pm.
Guests planning a particular menu, offer or brunch booking should check the live menu before travelling, as timings and dishes can change.
Planning your visit
| Address | Dirty Bones Oxford, Westgate Roof Terrace, Queen Street, Oxford, OX1 1PG |
| Breakfast starts | 8am Monday to Friday; 9am Saturday and Sunday |
| Breakfast service | Westgate Oxford lists breakfast as 8am to 11.30am weekdays and 9am to 11am weekends |
| Outdoor seating | Terrace seating is available, subject to weather and availability |
| Best for | Breakfast before work, weekend brunch, family meals, rooftop drinks and casual comfort food |
| Booking | dirty-bones.com/book/oxford |
| Menu | Dirty Bones Oxford menu |
Why it matters locally
Oxford city centre has plenty of lunch and dinner options, but reliable early-morning choices are more limited, particularly for people looking for something more substantial than coffee and pastries.
Dirty Bones’ move into breakfast adds another option for workers, students, visitors and families who want a sit-down start to the day in the Westgate area.
It also reflects a broader shift in city-centre hospitality, with restaurants increasingly trying to make better use of their spaces across the whole day rather than relying only on lunch, dinner and weekend trade.
FAQs
Where is Dirty Bones Oxford?
Dirty Bones Oxford is on the Westgate Roof Terrace, Queen Street, Oxford, OX1 1PG.
What time does Dirty Bones Oxford now open for breakfast?
Dirty Bones Oxford opens from 8am Monday to Friday and 9am on Saturdays and Sundays.
What time is breakfast served until?
Westgate Oxford’s current listing says breakfast is available from 8am to 11.30am Monday to Friday and from 9am to 11am at weekends.
What is on the breakfast menu?
Breakfast dishes include Chicken & Waffles, Duck & Waffles, Blueberry Waffles, the Dirty Breakfast Burger, Steak & Eggs and Bacon, Egg & Cheese.
Does Dirty Bones Oxford have outdoor seating?
Yes. The restaurant has terrace seating, subject to weather and availability.
Are children welcome?
Yes. Dirty Bones has introduced a Lil’ Homies kids’ menu, and its current offers page says children can eat free during summer with a full-paying adult.
Where can people book?
Tables can be booked through the Dirty Bones Oxford booking page.
