Raymond Blanc Oxford eatery reopens after huge refurbishment

The original Brasserie Blanc has undergone a major refurbishment and opened its doors again after a two-week closure on Sunday.

The dining chain, named after the group’s chef patron Raymond Blanc, has a brand new colour scheme with velvet banquettes and statement lighting.

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Restaurant bosses revealed steps were taken to ensure that as much of the existing furniture was restored and repurposed wherever possible.

The bar has also been refurbished to create a space perfect for pre-dinner drinks.

General manager of Brasserie Blanc in Oxford, Jon Adams, said: “The team and I are thrilled about the refurbishment of our lovely brasserie.

"As a stalwart of Walton Street, we can’t wait to welcome in our guests, new and old, to see our new look and to try our new autumn menu.”

Earlier this year, the owner of the Brasserie Blanc restaurant chain, revealed a major rebrand as part of a new strategy which will see the hospitality firm expand into pubs with rooms.

Brasserie Bar Co, which was acquired by private equity firm Alchemy Partners last year, has said it is being renamed as the Heartwood Collection as part of a refreshed growth strategy.

The group said it plans to almost double its number of sites over the next four years as part of the strategy, on the back of the recent investment.

It currently runs 20 premium pubs and 14 Brasserie Blanc restaurants across the UK and has set out plans to grow to 60 locations by June 2027.