Grasso Italian-American restaurant near Oxford Street

If you’ve been heading up and down Oxford Street all day, hitting the shops, and need an energy boost, then Grasso is just a few minutes away.

We serve freshly prepared pasta, made-to-order pizzas, and Italian-American classics.

Find us on Dean Street, just opposite the Soho Theatre.

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How to get to Grasso from Oxford Street

Depending where on Oxford Street you are, you’ll just need to head to head towards the the corner of Dean Street, and we’re just a couple of minutes down the road.

We’re on the right hand side of the road, and opposite the Soho Theatre, and you’ll probably spot our green canopies.

Our menu

Our menu is a nod to our Sicilian heritage, mixed with the bold flavours of New York’s' Italian-American restaurants.

All sauces are prepared from scratch and in-house each morning, pizza dough is fermented for 48 hours, and desserts are still made by our mother every day.

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About Oxford Street

If you’ve not yet been, Oxford Street is London’s busiest shopping stretch, and home some of the biggest department stores, and iconic brands. The street runs from Tottenham Court Road in the east, to Marble Arch in the west.

Make sure you check out the side roads just off Oxford Street, where you’ll find cafés, bars, galleries, and independent shops and boutiques, around Soho, Mayfair, and Fitzrovia.

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What to do near Oxford Circus

Just off the main drag, you’ll find quieter pockets like Soho Square, buzzing spots like Kingly Court, and a whole maze of side streets lined with boutiques, coffee shops, and record stores.

If you’re into theatre, the West End’s best-known venues are close by — from the Palladium to the Dominion. For art lovers, the Photographer’s Gallery and the Wallace Collection are within reach.

And when it’s time to eat? You’re already a few minutes from Grasso.

Need more ideas? Take a look at our insiders guide of things to do in Soho.

Five FAQs about Oxford Steet

  • Just a few minutes, but it will depend on where you start. From Oxford Circus, it’s a short and easy walk through Soho.

  • While it’s famous for retail, there’s plenty more nearby — galleries, rooftop bars, old pubs, and quiet parks tucked behind the chaos.

  • Weekends and late afternoons tend to be the most packed. Mornings and early evenings are usually a bit calmer.

  • Very — Oxford Circus, Bond Street, and Tottenham Court Road stations all sit along the street, served by the Central, Bakerloo, Jubilee, and Elizabeth lines.

  • Absolutely. It’s a smart move, especially if you’re coming after peak hours.

Theatres near Grasso

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Gielgud Theatre

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Piccadilly Theatre

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Lyric Theatre