Shopping is hard work - hit the shops for a day and you leave starving, so any excuse for a bite to eat is always welcomed. We are on hand to offer some inspiration for the best restaurants near Oxford Circus. Each bringing its own specialities and quirks to the table, these are some of our favourites of the lot.
On the hunt for quirky restaurants near Oxford Street? Barrio Soho's interiors are totally eye-catching, toting botanical wallpaper, mismatched patterns and neon pink leather seating. Pop along to wolf down burritos, Mexican fried wings and towering burgers.
For sensational Sri Lankan grub, it has to be Hoppers. This classy hangout was simply made for date nights and is certainly one of the best restaurants in Marylebone. Pop in to indulge in everything from cracking kothus to banana leaf and lemongrass-roasted sea bream.
Take a respite from a busy day of shopping at Roti Chai. This talented Indian eatery can give you elegant eating in the upstairs dining space or casual small plates inspired by the hawker stalls of the sub-continent. Expect innovative dishes combining authentic flavours and unique cooking.
If you're on the hunt for a Japanese restaurant near Oxford Circus, Inamo Soho is the place to go. Not only does it rustle up a fabulous range of enticing eats, from sushi that looks like a dragon to cracking yakitori, but also interactive place mats where you can watch the chefs at work (or simply play battleships).
Located just a stone's throw from Oxford Circus, ArrosQD is the Spanish fine dining restaurant whipping up the likes of truffle potato souffle, rabbit paella and grilled octopus leg using fire cooking. Choose from the tasting menus or range of sharing tapas bowls.
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Salsa! Soho is one of the best tapas restaurants near Oxford Circus. Immerse yourself in the colourful, vibrant culture of South America at this bustling bar and wolf down things like fried ribs, sticky wings and patatas bravas, washed down with a range of tip-top cocktails to boot.
If you can be somewhat indecisive, then a trip to Market Halls should be on your radar. Found just shy of Oxford Street, this mecca of food and drink features eight creative kitchens of varying cuisine, alongside two fully stocked bars and live music on the weekend.
Located in Kingly Court, just a short walk down Carnaby Street, Senor Ceviche is serving up some of the most delicious plates in the area. Tuck into Peruvian plates, such as fresh ceviche, mouthwatering BBQ dishes and more, washed down with plenty of pisco sours.
In search of the best restaurants Oxford Circus has to offer? Heritage Soho sports a unique dining experience, with atmospheric interiors (think leather booths, bare-brick walls and dimmed lighting), as well as a luxurious menu of delicious Alpine grub.
Satiate those cravings for unctuous Spanish cuisine by nabbing yourself a table over at Salt Yard. Indulge in lip-smacking plates, such as duroc pork belly with pickled apple and spring onions, as well as jamon iberico and manchego croquetas.
Scoff & Banter on Oxford Street are purveyors of fine British afternoon teas. Stop at the swish space for a spot of finger sandwiches, cakes and clotted cream-topped scones, the ultimate way to refresh after a day pounding the pavement.
Tucked away under the streets of Soho, Temper uses live fire to rustle up a regularly changing menu of meaty delights made from sustainably sourced ingredients. Whether it's tacos, Sunday roasts or a bottomless BBQ brunch you're after, you'll have a whale of a time.
Discover one of the best Italian restaurants near Oxford Circus on the 4th floor of Selfridges. Pizza Pilgrims is great for catch-ups with pals and date nights alike. Head along to this hotspot for parmesan-crusted artichoke hearts, dough balls and mouthwatering slices.
Whether you're after brunch or a quick working lunch, Ping Pong Soho has got you sorted. The restaurant is found just a short distance from Oxford Circus and serves a delicious menu of dim sum, which is unlimited on Sundays with its Lazy Sumday offering.
If you're on the hunt for the best Oxford Circus restaurants, Honest Burgers should be high on your list. Not only is it seriously trendy inside, but it also rustles up a mega selection of towering stacks that'll have you drooling at the thought.
If you're looking for a good place to drink and dine near Oxford Circus, Aqua Nueva is always a winning choice. Specialising in Spanish-style feasting, the venue pairs its traditional interiors with a menu of enticing small plates and handcrafted cocktails.
Fronting plush lime-green chairs and modern hanging lights, 28-50 Oxford Circus is a great place to eat in London. And it's not just a pretty face, as head chef Julien Baris serves up a menu filled with European fare. Think seasonal sharing platters, light salads and big grill bites. Yum.
Located only minutes from Oxford Street, Iberica is the perfect place for everything from post-shopping snacks to a chow down before a big night out. Expect airy interiors, rustic decor and an impressive menu of Spanish sharing plates.
Delve into the streets of Soho and you'll stumble upon the wonderland that is Chinatown, where a restaurant dealing in sumptuous dim sum and creative cocktails awaits. Opium is a parlour of authentic East Asian design, food and drink, found just shy of Oxford Circus.
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Korean Dinner Party is killing it with its East-meets-West offering, rustling up a range of fabulous fusion dishes, such as a kimchi stone pot and a slow-cooked beef short rib taco, complemented with unique cocktails at this Korean restaurant in Oxford Circus.
While the gorgeous interiors of The Arber Garden take centre stage, the food menu is nothing to be scoffed at. While relaxing in this botanical haven (with lush foliage and pretty wallpaper), gobbled down elevated pub favourites, like breaded haddock with triple-cooked chips and roasted Castlemead chicken.
Looking for the best restaurants near Oxford Circus tube station? BrewDog's Soho outpost is not to be reckoned with. Not only does it rustle up a mega selection of US-style bites, from burgers and wings to loaded fries and salad bowls, but also an epic array of craft brews to gulp down.
Looking for somewhere to enjoy a spot of lunch in Oxford Circus? Dirty Bones, which is spread across two floors of Soho's Kingly Court, rustles up some seriously crackin' NYC-style comfort food. From the cheeseburger dumplings to the juicy flat iron steak, there's a lot to love about this one.
Chotto Matte is, without a doubt, one of the best places to eat near Oxford Circus. With its name known all over the world for its top-quality Nikkei cuisine, you know you're in for a treat. Think stunning plates of ceviche, sushi and robata grill.
Serving up a delightful selection of Tapas dishes and delicious desserts at the bar, Pollen Street Social promises quite the gastronomical experience: savour the delights of line-caught sea bass with teardrop peas, as well as lamb with morel-stuffed courgette flowers.
Toting glamorous interiors, with sexy lights, plush velvet seating and tasselled lampshades, Hovarda is one of the best restaurants in Soho. Venture over to munch on Aegean-inspired delights like grilled lobster linguini and beef fillet paired with foie gras and truffles.
