The Opposition

Name: The Opposition
Address: 13 Sheep Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, United Kingdom, CV37 6EF
Telephone: 01789 269980
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (3028)

£25 and under

Modern European

13 Sheep Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 6EF

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2 people

10 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

The Opposition, or "Oppo" as it is affectionately known by its many regulars, is a bustling bistro in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. For over 20 years, the Oppo has been a fixture in Stratford, a beautiful, modern bistro catering for everyone, and specializing on pre- and post-theatre meals. Only a stone's throw from the RST, the Oppo is the perfect venue, whatever your needs.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Modern European
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00 Wed–Sat 12:00–14:00
Phone number
01789 269980
Website
http://www.theoppo.co.uk/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Tracey Burton

Location
13 Sheep Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 6EF
Area
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Parking Details
Metered street parking (1 hour) 8am-6pm; NCP car parks within a 5 minute walk.

What 3,028 people are saying

The Opposition reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Warwickshire
Best Overall
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Best Food
Warwickshire
Best Service
Warwickshire
Best Value
Warwickshire
Good for business meals
Warwickshire
Great for creative cocktails
Warwickshire
Great for fine wines
Warwickshire
Romantic
Warwickshire
Lively
Warwickshire
Most Booked
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Opposition in Stratford-upon-Avon consistently delights diners with "excellent food and service." It offers a lively ambiance, perfect for pre-theatre meals, and a diverse, high-quality menu that frequently changes. The staff are praised for their friendliness and attentiveness, making it "a special place" with "a lovely experience from start to finish."

3,028 Reviews

M
Marceena
Oxford/Oxfordshire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Super lovely staff friendly helpful and great food as ever, thank you to the lovely team and for the great table X
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Mike
Leicestershire1 review
5.0
Dined on 25 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice home cooked food 👍 thanks very much👍👍👍👍👍
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Rosslyn
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great choice, fresh and great flavours. Service was quick and efficient worked perfectly before going to the Royal Shakespeare theatre.
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Sandy
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review
5.0
Dined on 25 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very efficient service with no waiting for service. Good food well presented
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Nicola
Worcestershire12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, service and good ambiance, food is fresh & tasty, good pre-theatre menu.
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Lucy
Manchester/Greater Manchester1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delicious meal and we were really impressed with the speedy service (especially appreciated as we were going to the theatre). Thoroughly recommended!
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Mark
London20 reviews
4.0
Dined on 21 June 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Went for pre-theatre early dinner. Good service and good food. Would recommend.
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Graham
Edinburgh/Midlothian5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent attention from all staff. Helped show us where to go as we're not from Stratford. Good choice of food and wines.
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Helen
Buckinghamshire16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal with friendly service. The rice pudding with plum compote was particularly delicious. We love returning to The Oppo when back in Stratford and it never disappoints - great menu and always excellent food.
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Mike
Warwickshire18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as ever. So reliable. Good value for Stratford.
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The Opposition is rated 4.7 stars by 3028 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

10 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 19 times today

13 Sheep Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 6EF

Additional information

Area
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00 Wed–Sat 12:00–14:00
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Modern European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Metered street parking (1 hour) 8am-6pm; NCP car parks within a 5 minute walk.
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Tracey Burton

Website
http://www.theoppo.co.uk/
Phone number
01789 269980

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