bento
Unit 3, 276 Banbury Rd, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7DY
Rating: 4.8 ★ (61 ratings)
Details
bento offers an authentic taste of East Asian cuisine in the heart of Summertown, Oxford. This welcoming establishment serves as a popular gathering spot, recognised as the sole Japanese restaurant in the area. With a focus on genuine flavours, the venue cultivates a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, making it a comfortable choice for locals and visitors alike.
Diners can explore a diverse menu featuring both Japanese and Korean specialities, designed to provide a rich culinary experience. Among the highlights are their signature bento boxes and traditional Japanese sake. Customers particularly enjoy the Katsu curry, known for its perfectly crispy panko-crumbed cutlet and a subtly fruity, deep curry sauce, alongside hearty ramen and Korean fried chicken.
The restaurant is well-suited for a variety of occasions, from solo meals to gatherings with friends and family. Its "everyday place" character, combined with its accessibility and affordability, makes it an ideal choice for a casual dining experience in Summertown.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM | Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM
Contact
+44 1865 557848 | https://bento-oxford.co.uk/
Comments
We enjoyed some of the dishes in particular- the prawn tempura ramen.
Newer place so bound to need some time to settle in to provide best service, but nice to have variety in summertown!
It is a new place that replaces the previous crepe shop, so it retains the ample space and benches, power plugs; but has been done up as an authentic Japanese restaurant. I really like it and think it will serve the students and next door hotel guests well - it is, in fact, promising to see the place well frequented even up until the shop's closing time. I hope to visit again the next time I return to Oxford.