Hot pot season at Bento
Japanese or Korean? This winter we're serving rich, sweet sukiyaki and spicy kimchi jjigae under one roof in Summertown.
Served every day we're open, Tuesday to Sunday.
Choose your pot
Sukiyaki すき焼き
From Japan. Rich and sweet, with no chilli heat.
Sweet soy broth, thin-sliced beef, tofu, leek and mushrooms.
Standard, serves 2: £38, with 2 bowls of rice
Large, serves 3-4: £54, with 4 bowls of rice
Kimchi Jjigae 김치찌개
From Korea. Sour, savoury and spicy.
Aged-kimchi broth, pork, tofu, spring onion and chilli.
Standard, serves 2: £33, with 2 bowls of rice
Large, serves 3-4: £45, with 4 bowls of rice
Can't decide?
Bring friends and try both. Two Standard pots between four people gives everyone a taste of Japan and Korea at the same table.
Booking a group? Hot pot to share is also an option on our Festive Group Menu, for groups of 4 or more from 17 November to 10 January.
Please tell us about any allergies. Allergen information is available on request.
Hot pot questions
Where can I get sukiyaki in Oxford?
Bento in Summertown serves sukiyaki as a hot pot to share, from £38 for two with rice.
Where can I get kimchi jjigae in Oxford?
Bento in Summertown serves kimchi jjigae as a hot pot to share, from £33 for two with rice.
What is the difference between sukiyaki and kimchi jjigae?
Sukiyaki is Japanese, with beef in a rich, sweet soy broth. Kimchi jjigae is Korean, with pork in a spicy aged-kimchi broth.
How many people does a hot pot serve?
A Standard pot is recommended for 2 people and a Large for 3-4. Rice is included.