Bone Daddies, the creative team behind the Ramen Bars of the same name have turned their incisive eye to Izakaya-style cooking and even a Japanese inspired Bottomless Brunch.

The mastermind behind Shackfuyu, chef Ross Shonhan, aims to bring a contemporary twist to Japanese food and his influence can be felt across the capital as more and more restaurants turn to fusion food to reflect an increasingly cosmopolitan city. The concept is ‘Western-style Japanese food’, though this isn’t just a half-hearted experiment. Shonhan has the experience and culinary nous to rival a seasoned Japanese cook.

The Bottomless Brunch includes free-flowing white wine, red wine, or Prosecco, plus a welcome cocktail — guests can choose between a Yuzu Kosho Bloody Mary or a Strawberry Bellini. The food menu includes two small plates, one large plate, and dessert. Small plate options range from Edamame and Seared Salmon Sashimi to Korean Fried Wings and Okonomiyaki Prawn Toast. Larger dishes include Iberico Pork Pluma, Beef Fillet, Grilled Salmon, Bibimbap (Chilli Beef or Veg), and a choice of Rabbit, Chicken, or Pork Katsu Curry. Brunch finishes with the signature Kinako French Toast.

They favour a loud, vibrant crowd and blast old school rock throughout the day – quaint, tumbleweed dining this is not. Low-hanging industrial light fittings and dark blue leather upholstery give it a decadent Oriental feel.

Shackfuyu is located on Old Compton Street in Soho, less than five minutes’ walk from Tottenham Court Road and Leicester Square stations, and under ten minutes from Piccadilly Circus.

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Brunch
12pm - 9pm

  • Gluten Free
  • Nut Free Options
  • Bottomless Food
  • Groups
  • Private Dining
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Halal Options
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Disabled Access
  • Children Allowed
14A Old Compton Street, Soho, London, W1D 4TJ
Overall rating
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    I recently dined at this casual Japanese-Korean fusion spot and left with a generally positive impression, though the value for money fell short of expectations.The dishes were skillfully prepared and flavorful. The stone pot crab porridge stood out for its comforting richness, enhanced by contrasting textures from crispy shallots and puffed rice. The Japanese curry rice delivered balanced spice and umami, crowned with a perfectly runny egg. The fried pork skewers were crisp on the outside, juicy within, and served as an excellent accompaniment.That said, portion sizes felt modest relative to the pricing. Given the informal setting and straightforward ingredients, the cost seemed a touch high. The quality is undeniable, making it a worthwhile visit if budget is not a primary concern.Verdict: 2/5 – strong execution and taste, but slightly overpriced for the portion and setting. I’d return, though not urgently.
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    Went for lunch on a Saturday....the Express menu is good value for money. You can't substitute items on there and pay the difference. (I wanted to try their prawn toast). The tuna taco was a great shout. The salmon was also really good. Dessert outdid my expectations. Would recommend a visit!
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    2 months ago
    We were excited to finally try Shack-Fuyu after hearing great things. We booked in advance, and it was packed when we arrived. Between us, we shared: Izakaya - tenderstem broccoli, edamame, wagyu beef tataki, crispy fried squid, Okonomiyaki prawn toast Raw - seared salmon sashimi Hot Stone - sukiyaki wagyu beef, pulled lamb Robata - grilled salmon fillet Dessert - kinako French toast The salmon dishes were the standouts - perfectly cooked and full of flavour. I’m more of a savoury person, but even I loved the French toast. The broccoli and lamb were also really solid picks. Overall, the food was good. Unfortunately, the experience let it down. We were seated next to a loud table who arrived after us but were served first, and they spent the evening shouting across the table. Our drinks took 25 minutes to arrive, and we had to ask multiple times - even though we could see them sitting at the bar. We were also served the wrong dishes more than once and had to chase missing items. At the end, we were even given the wrong bill. I get that it was busy, but the service felt chaotic throughout, with no apology or effort to make up for it. Glad we tried it, but I probably wouldn’t go back. For the price, we expected a better overall experience. — Edit: despite a comment on this review asking me to get directly in touch i’ve since emailed the provided address and received no response