Flesh & Buns Oxford Circus brings Japanese izakaya style dining to Berners Street, close to Oxford Street and Tottenham Court Road. The restaurant is designed for sociable meals, combining a lively central dining room with more secluded spaces for groups and celebrations. Its modern setting and relaxed hospitality encourage guests to order widely and let dishes arrive for the table to share.
The menu moves through small plates, grilled dishes, sushi and raw preparations before reaching the restaurant’s signature steamed buns. Crisp vegetables, seafood, meat and rice dishes use miso, soy, chilli, citrus and pickles to create bold contrasts. This variety allows a group to balance fresh, smoky, rich and sharp flavours across several rounds.
The main attraction pairs soft buns with fillings such as crispy duck, Japanese fried chicken, piglet belly, salmon teriyaki, wagyu or slow cooked beef. Sauces and pickles provide sweetness, heat and acidity, and diners build each bun themselves at the table. Vegetarian options such as mushrooms and aubergine bring the same attention to texture and seasoning.
Sake, Japanese whisky, cocktails, beer and wine support the izakaya atmosphere, while tasting menus offer a structured route through the kitchen. Private rooms with sunken tables and a chef’s table overlooking the robata grill make this branch especially well suited to larger gatherings. Flesh & Buns Covent Garden is a separate restaurant, and this article concerns the Oxford Circus branch at 32 Berners Street.
Address: 32 Berners Street, Fitzrovia, London W1T 3LR, United Kingdom
Flesh & Buns Oxford Circus Menu
SMALL PLATES
EDAMAME
SEA SALT GF, VE OR CHILLI BBQ VE
CHIPS & DIPS
RICE CRACKERS, AVOCADO SHISO, TOMATO SALSA DIPS GF, V
BEEF FAT POTATO CHIPS
HUANCAINA DIPPING SAUCE
CORN TEMPURA
SEA SALT, KABOSU CITRUS, CHIVES VE
KOREAN FRIED WINGS
SPICY SOUR SAUCE, SESAME
SMOKED PORK RIB
YELLOW CHILLI HONEY GLAZE GF
FRIED SQUID
YUZU KOSHO MAYO, JAPANESE SPICES, RED CHILLI, LIME
ROBATA-GRILLED SKEWERS
CHICKEN YAKI
JAPANESE SPICES, SPRING ONION
PIGLET YAKI
ROCOTO BBQ, SPRING ONION
SCALLOP YAKI
AMARILLO BUTTER, ASPARAGUS
PADRON YAKI
GRILLED WITH YUZU MISO VE
RAW & SUSHI
MIXED SET
SALMON SASHIMI TUNA SASHIMI YELLOWTAIL SASHIMI SALMON & AVOCADO MAKI CEVICHE
SASHIMI SET
SALMON SASHIMI SEABASS SASHIMI TUNA SASHIMI YELLOWTAIL SASHIMI
MAKI SET
SALMON & AVOCADO MAKI DRAGON ROLL DEVON CRAB MAKI
DRAGON ROLL
PRAWN TEMPURA, AVOCADO, GREEN SHISO, SALMON CAVIAR, UNAGI MAYO
SALMON & AVOCADO MAKI
ASPARAGUS, DAIKON CRESS, SESAME, CHIVES GF
SEABASS CEVICHE
LECHE DE TIGRE, CANCHITA, PLANTAIN CHIPS GF
ABURI YELLOWTAIL SASHIMI
KOBE BUTTER, TEMPURA FLAKES
DEVON CRAB MAKI
HAND-PICKED DEVON CRAB, AVOCADO, CORIANDER, CUCUMBER, SHICHIMI, TENKATSU
DUCK FUTOMAKI
CONFIT DUCK, CARROT PICKLE, CUCUMBER, CRISPY LEEKS, UNAGI MAYO
SPICY TUNA MAKI
ROCOTO CHILLI, DAIKON PICKLE, CHIVES, TOBIKO
AVOCADO MISO MAKI
ASPARAGUS, CARROT PICKLE, BARLEY MISO VE
TORCHED SALMON TIRADITO
CORIANDER CRESS, LEMON OIL, CHILLI KABOSU CITRUS DRESSING GF
SEARED TUNA SASHIMI
TRUFFLE OIL
SALMON SASHIMI
SEABASS SASHIMI
TUNA SASHIMI
YELLOWTAIL SASHIMI
FLESH & BUNS
Our iconic sharing plates, served with two buns and pickles for you to build your perfect bao buns. Order one each or share a little of everything – Izakaya style. Ask the team if you’d like to swap your buns for steamed rice.
JAPANESE FRIED CHICKEN
BUTTERMILK MARINATED, RED CHILLI, ROCOTO CHILLI BBQ MAYO, CARROT PICKLE
SALMON TERIYAKI
LEMON, SEA SALT, CUCUMBER PICKLE, DAIKON PICKLE
SMOKED PORK RIB
YELLOW CHILLI HONEY GLAZE, CARROT & RED CHILLI PICKLE GF
PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS
WASABI MAYO, DAIKON PICKLE, CUCUMBER PICKLE GF, V
POKÉ DON HOT STONE
Poké-donburi fusion bowls. Sizzling loaded rice – a great dish to share on the side.
SPICY PORK
SESAME PONZU, FRIED EGG, NORI, SESAME, CRISPY NOODLES, AVOCADO SHISO, STEAMED RICE
MISO GLAZED AUBERGINE
MAYO, CARROT PICKLE, CUCUMBER PICKLE, MIXED LEAVES, STEAMED RICE V
CHICKEN TERIYAKI
TERIYAKI SAUCE, GRILLED BROCCOLI, GRILLED SPRING ONION, COCK SCRATCHINGS, ONSEN EGG, SHICHIMI, STEAMED RICE
SMOKED CHILLI BEEF HOT STONE RICE
MUSHROOMS, SESAME BUTTER, CORN, SPRING ONION, CARROT PICKLE, EGG
VEGGIE HOT STONE RICE
MUSHROOMS, SESAME BUTTER, CORN, SPRING ONION, CARROT PICKLE, EGG V
SIDES
TENDERSTEM BROCCOLI
ORANGE MISO, BUBU ARARE VE
GRILLED CUCUMBER SALAD
MIXED LEAVES, SHIO DRESSING GF, VE
STEAMED RICE
GF, VE
THE BIG B – SERVES 2-3 – 65
THE BIG B
CRISPY DUCK LEG, SALMON TERIYAKI AND CRISPY PIGLET BELLY. SERVED WITH BAO BUNS AND A SELECTION OF PICKLES AND SAUCES.
TASTING MENU
50 PER PERSON. MINIMUM 2 PEOPLE. MUST BE SELECTED BY ENTIRE TABLE. VEGETARIAN OPTION AVAILABLE.
TASTING MENU
COCKTAILS
13.2 EACH
PACIFIC PRINCESS
Butterfly pea-infused rum, vermouth, ginger, lemongrass
DIAMOND PALOMA
Tequila, bergamot, grapefruit, soda
BLUE EYE SAMURAI
Vodka, blue curacao, maraschino, tonic
HUGO
Vodka, yuzu sake, elderflower, prosecco, mint
SPICY MARGARITA (SERVED FROZEN)
Tequila, triple sec, lime, chilli
WATERMELON MARGARITA
Tequila, watermelon, umeshu, chilli
LUCKY CAT
Rum, falernum, citrus, lychee
MIRIN MARTINI
Gin, dry vermouth, mirin, chilli oil
HANOI BOI
Rum, coffee, condensed milk
SUSHI JASMINE NEGRONI
Gin, campari, vermouth, jasmine infused umeshu
YUZU MARGARITA (SERVED FROZEN)
Tequila, triple sec, lime, yuzu, agave
MISO CARAMEL FASHIONED
Whisky, miso caramel, bitters
PISCO SOUR
Pisco, citrus
SPARKLING & SPECIALITY SAKE
NIGORI [375ML]
Cloudy with a creamy texture, light & sweet with a hint of melon
MIO SPARKLING [300ML]
Delicately sweet sparkling sake with light vanilla notes
HANA AWAKA SPARKLING PEACH [250ML]
An elegant and refined sparkling sake with a hint of peach
TAMANOHIKARI KYO NO YUZUSHU [720ML]
Sweet yuzu, gentle flavour that will excite your taste buds
UMESHU URAKASUMI PLUM SAKE [720ML]
Rich sweetness with a pronounced plum character
TAMAGAWA TIME MACHINE SWEET SAKE [360ML]
A dessert sake – amber sweet aroma, molasses and dried apricot notes
GOKAI FUTSUSHU
Crisp, clean & traditionally dry
COLD SAKE
GOKAI NAMA [300ML]
Hint of soft sweetness of rice and smooth texture
NARUTO TAI GINJO NAMA GENSHU [720ML]
A lively and refreshing unpasteurised sake with a sweet, fruity aroma
ICHINOKURA EXTRA DRY HONJOZO [720ML]
Clean and dry, with brazilian nuts notes and a fresh apple after taste
FLESH & BUNS X DREAMSAKE [750ML]
A smooth sake with delicate notes of melon, honey and grapefruit zest with an umami finish. Enjoy over ice or in a wine glass
MASUMI SHIRO JUNMAI GINJO [720ML]
Smooth, gentle and lightly poised
DEWAZAKURA OKA GINJO [720ML]
Delightful flowery bouquet, with cherry blossom notes
TAMAGAWA RED LABEL JUNMAI [720ML]
Unfiltered, punchy and robust for a more advanced sake exploration
NIINKI ICHI GOLD JUNMAI DAIGINJO [720ML]
Medium body, hint of chestnut and melon
SHIRAKABE GURA JUNMAI DAIGINJO [640ML]
Subtle balance between soft and fruity, with a smooth texture
SUIGEI KOIKU NO.54 JUNMAI GINJO [720ML]
This sake has bright attractive nose of peach and honeydew melon with a light umami finish. Suiegi means “drunken whale”
KOSHI NO KANBAI JUNMAI GINJO [720ML]
Green and citrussy
YUKIMURO JUNMAI DAIGINJO [720ML]
Aged in snow for 3 years, this sake has an immaculate elegance yet retains a well rounded umami
SAKE FLIGHTS
FLESH & BUNS X DREAMSAKE, ICHINOKURA EXTRA DRY, TAMAGAWA RED LABEL
A selection of premium sakes. Start with our house collab with Dreamsake – A smooth sake with delicate notes of melon, honey and grapefruit zest. Follow with Ichinokura Extra Dry – clean and dry, with brazilian nuts notes and a fresh apple after taste. Finish with Tamagawa Red Label – the strongest sake on the menu. It’s full bodied and pairs amazingly with meat.
BUBBLES
TERRE DI RAI PROSECCO EXTRA DRY VENETO, ITALY
Red apples, lemon and notes of grapefruit
BOCCHORIS BRUT CAVA ALT PENEDÈS, SPAIN
Green apple, pear, and lime
CHAMPAGNE A. LEVASSEUR RUE DE SORBIER BRUT CHAMPAGNE, FRANCE
Fresh aromas of peach and ripe apricots, with notes of almonds
ROSÉ
* 175ml and 250ml measures available on request
CHÂTEAU LABALLE BRUME ROSÉ CÔTES DE GASCOGNE, FRANCE
Pink grapefruit, hints of redcurrant and a lovely fruity finish
VINS EL CEP ROSAT DE TERRER PENEDÈS, SPAIN
Pale, crisp and refreshing with notes of strawberry and raspberry
CLOS CIBONNE TENTATIONS CÔTES DE PROVENCE, FRANCE
Fresh strawberry and raspberry, complemented by hints of citrus and peach
RED
* 175ml and 250ml measures available on request
ADEGA DE BORBA CONVENTO DA VILA TINTO ALENTEJO, PORTUGAL
Ripe cherry, fine tannins and smooth fruity finish
CANTINA MIGLIANICO MONTEPULCIANO D'ABRUZZO ABRUZZO, ITALY
Wild berries and gentle spicy notes
MARY TAYLOR JEAN MARC BARTHEZ BORDEAUX ROUGE BORDEAUX, FRANCE
Savoury black and red fruits with hints of wild herbs
TEMPO AL VINO PRIMITIVO PUGLIA, ITALY
Ripe plums, ripe black cherries with a long fruity finish
TENUTA PANDOLFA SANGIOVESE EMILIA ROMAGNA, ITALY
Red cherries with notes of cinnamon and nutmeg
COSSETTI BARBERA D'ASTI SUPERIORE "LA VIGNA VECCHIA" DOCG PIEDMONT, ITALY
Dried black fruits, blackberries, lively acidity and wooden notes
MAAL BIUTIFUL MALBEC MENDOZA, ARGENTINA
Bold aromas of blackberry, plum, and subtle earthy notes
MINISTRY OF CLOUDS SHIRAZ MCLAREN VALE, AUSTRALIA
Ripe plums, blackberries and black cherry with layers of cardamom and wood aromas
AU PIED DU MONT CHAUVE BOURGOGNE ROUGE BURGUNDY, FRANCE
Cherry, raspberry, redcurrant, complemented by earthy undertones of forest floor and mushroom
CANTINA SOBRERO BAROLO CIABOT TANASIO PIEDMONT, ITALY
Fleshy cherry and red plum with notes of dried fruits, tanned leather, black plum and liquorice
WHITE
* 175ml and 250ml measures available on request
ADEGA DE BORBA CONVENTO DA VILA BRANCO ALENTEJO, PORTUGAL
Aromatic summer flowers and tropical fruit
CHÂTEAU LABALLE BLANC TREBBIANO AND COLOMBARD CÔTES DE GASCOGNE, FRANCE
Ripe stone fruits and tropical notes of pineapple
WABI-SABI CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA
Crisp yellow apple, stone fruits and a slightly savoury finish
HOLZER ALTWEINGARTEN GRÜNER VELTLINER WAGRAM, AUSTRIA
Green apple, lime leaf, and pink grapefruit, complemented by flint-like minerality
WEINGUT CORVERS-KAUTER R3 RIESLING RHEINGAU, GERMANY
Dry style with notes of peach, green apple, and lemon, alongside a hint of gooseberry
LOVEBLOCK SAUVIGNON BLANC MARLBOROUGH, NEW ZEALAND
Ripe peach, passion fruit, pineapple and fresh, zesty acidity
CASA MONTE PÍO RAXEIRA ALBARIÑO RÍAS BAIXAS, SPAIN
Bright lemon and grapefruit notes, alongside hints of mineral salinity
COSSETTI GAVI DI GAVI DOCG PIEDMONT, ITALY
White flowers, peach and nectarines
MURDOCH HILL CHARDONNAY ADELAIDE HILLS, AUSTRALIA
Oak aged, ripe white peach, citrus and grapefruit hints
DOMINIQUE GRUHIER CHABLIS BURGUNDY, FRANCE
Lemon and grapefruit, accompanied by green apple and lots of minerality
GIN
50ml
BEEFEATER
Remarkably clean flavour, with a bold juniper character, balanced with strong notes of citrus
HENDRICKS
Huge, intense nose with an initial burst of crisp zesty botanicals harmoniously balanced juniper and coriander and a deep, surprisingly floral aroma of violets and rose
ROKU
Subtle yet complex flavors of citrus, juniper, pepper, and spice lead to a tangy, vegetal finish
AIKI GIN
A marvellous Japanese gin. Yuzu, orange, lemon, angelica, Japanese pepper, black pepper, coriander seed, and the mighty juniper berry. The botanicals are vacuum-distilled to create a beautifully balanced drink
SHOCHU
50ml
LENTO AMAMI
The Japanese rum of Shochu
SATOH
Sweet potato Shochu with an otherworldy flavour
VODKA
50ml
ABSOLUT
Rich, full-bodied and complex, yet smooth and mellow with a distinct character of grain, followed by a hint of dried fruits
HAKU VODKA
Crafted from 100% Japanese white rice and filtered through bamboo charcoal, resulting in a soft and subtly sweet flavor profile with delicate floral and rice notes
UKIYO VODKA
Triple-distilled, It’s known for its exceptional purity, clean nose, smooth, creamy mouthfeel, and unique flavour profile with floral and citrus notes
JAPANESE WHISKY
50ml
AKASHI BLENDED
Medium length, sweet with dried apricot & a touch of oatcake
HAKUSHU 12YRS
Light, grassy & slightly stony, notes of sweet lime & green fruits
HAKUSHU DISTILLERS RESERVE
Green fruit, mint, cucumber, pine, spearmint & grapefruit
YAMAZAKI 12YRS
Well-balanced fruity sweetness, with notes of orange and pineapple
YAMAZAKI DISTILLERS RESERVE
Jam-packed with superb red berry notes
NIKKA FROM THE BARREL
Rich & peppery, with spicy oak & soft vanilla
NIKKA TAKETSURU
Butterscotch and vanilla with a sweet candied red apple finish
NIKKA COFFEY MALT
Dark chocolate & dark berry fruit, along with toffee & vanilla notes
SUNTORY TOKI
Grapefruit, green grapes and peppermint notes, with a subtly spicy sweet finish
SUNTORY HIBIKI HARMONY
Flavours of crushed almonds, stewed fruits, oranges & sherried malt
YAMAZAKURA BLENDED
A fresh and fruity blend, the notes are orchard fruits, salted caramel and vanilla
TEQUILA
50ml
OLMECA BLANCO
Fresh herbal notes, complemented by green pepper with a soft citric finish. Sweet and slight smoky with a final soft honey flavour
OLMECA REPOSADO
Sweet citrus notes of orange and grapefruit. Robust, yet pleasant, with tannins and citrus notes; a long and well-balance finish.
RUM
50ml
HAVANA 3
Well-balanced and complex: a sweet, mild, fruity flavour with a light hint of citrus. Intense aromas of smoky vanilla, white chocolate, caramelised pear and banana
HAVANA 7
Full and rich with Sweet Cuban tobacco, lush tropical fruits, notes of honey and rich brown spices with dry cocoa
KRAKEN
Toffee and spices greets the nose. Thick with molasses, caramel, vanilla and nutmeg to taste. There’s a lingering spicy finish
DRAUGHT
Half Pint
ASAHI
5.2% abv
BOTTLED
ASAHI
5.2% abv
SAPPORO
4.7% abv | 330ml
ASAHI 0%
0.0% abv | 330ml
BIRRA MORETTI
4.6% ABV | 330ml
CORNISH ORCHARD GOLD CIDER
5% ABV | 500ml
GUINNESS
4.2% ABV | 500ml
COEDO PALE ALE
5% ABV | 333ml
FRESH JUICES
FRESH PEAR & LYCHEE
ORANGE JUICE
'CLOUDY' JUICES
Apple, tomato, pineapple, cranberry
TEAS
SERVED HOT OR COLD. INCLUDES COMPLIMENTARY REFILLS
JASMINE
GREEN
OOLONG
FRESH MINT
SOFT COCKTAILS
YUZU BERRY SODA
Fresh raspberry & blueberries, cranberry juice, yuzu juice, soda
FAKE STAR MARTINI
Pineapple juice, lime juice, mango, soda
SUIKA COOLER
Watermelon, ginger ale, mint, orange syrup
SOFT DRINKS
COKE / DIET COKE / COKE ZERO [330ML]
SCHWEPPES [200ML]
Lemonade, Tonic, Slimline Tonic, Ginger Ale, Soda
FRANK AND SON GINGER BEER [200ML]
SAKURA COLA [240ML]
RAMUNE SODA [200ML]
BELU WATER [750ML]
Still or sparkling