New burger restaurant is to open at Westgate centre
A burger restaurant chain has announced the launch of a new restaurant at the Westgate centre in Oxford.
The Beefy Boys is planning to open at the shopping centre in September - their fifth restaurant in the UK.
This follows openings in Hereford, Shrewsbury, Cheltenham, and Bath.
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The chain was founded by four childhood friends and born from a backyard barbecue in 2011.
Accolades include a top four finish at the 2024 World Food Championships in Indianapolis and winning Best Burger and Best Burger Chef at the National Burger Awards in 2023.
(Image: The Beefy Boys) The team also released its debut cookbook in 2024, From Backyard BBQs to World-Class Burgers which topped the Amazon Bestsellers list and reached number three on The Sunday Times charts.
Known for their smashed patties and high quality grass-fed Herefordshire beef, The Beefy Boys are promising diners favourites such as the classic Beefy Boy Burger, the award-winning Oklahoma Onion Boy and Dirty Boy, and the bold Peanut Butter and Jelly Boy.
In addition to the burgers, diners can try Pastrami Fries, Millionaire Fries – topped with truffle oil, parmesan, and chipotle mayo, and Mac & Cheese Balls.
Dishes at The Beefy Boys (Image: The Beefy Boys) For those with an appetite for something different, the menu also features options like Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders, Buffalo & Blue Cheese Chicken Wings, and even vegetarian and vegan-friendly creations such as the Beanie Boy and Leafy Boy burgers.
Speaking about the new launch, co-founder Anthony 'Murf' Murphy said: "Oxford has always been high up on our list of dream restaurant locations.
"It's a city full of culture, energy, and food lovers, so we can't wait to fire up the grill and introduce our signature smashed patties and dirty burgers to this amazing city.'
Recruitment is now taking place. Job listings can be viewed at https://jobs.thebeefyboys.com/oxford
The Westgate Centre's Westgate Social and rooftop terrace have been popular dining venues since the centre's £440m relaunch in 2017.
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