If you're looking for the closest thing to authentic Ramen outside of Japan, this is it. With communal tables, this isn't the kind of place you'd go for a privacy but it's a great place if you want to be a little cheeky and eaves drop on your fellow diners conversations. Being in such close quarters with them, it's difficult not too - but expect others to do the same to you! BD's can get busy, but the staff are quick to keep an eye on the seating and getting you to a table so don't worry if the line is out the door - it goes down a lot faster than you'd expect.at The TANTANMEN 2 dish is my favourite, it's a little spicy but full of flavour with minced chicken, crispy nori slices, egg and endless noodles in a chicken bone broth. Turn up hungry, the food here is very filling so you won't be wanting desert, instead you'll be dragging yourself out in the best possible kind of food coma. read more

Ok, my favourite ramen place in London! Love the deco, very low key, casual. The ramen are great. I wouldn't got for a starter for 2 reasons: 1. ramen are big and filling, plus so good, you don't want to have to leave some behind 2. They are a bit small in portion for what you are paying, which was disappointing Service is great, super friendly. read more

When I think of ramen in London, I think of Bone Daddies. Yes, more than likely you will need to queue but that's only a sign for what's inside is worth it. The food is tasty with quite a variety of ramen bowls, leaving you with a very satisfying fullness. Particular shout out to the soft shell crab! The place itself, as others have mentioned, is hipster, with a casual feel. It can get pretty loud in there due to the size and music but you can have a conversation fine. What I like are the cute touches. On the table there are bibs for obvious reason, but also little jars of hair bands. As a female with long hair, this certainly helped me out. A frequent diner and would urge anyone else to try it out. Yes, a bit on the pricy side but we are in London after all. Definitely go and see for yourself. read more

This restaurant is one of the worst I have been to in London. Me and my family should have already known not to eat here there when we saw an empty restaurant in a busy street. We wanted to eat inside, but the music was far too loud so we had to eat outside. The food was extremely overpriced but since we were so hungry we decided to eat there. I ordered a Katsu curry which was described deliciously but looked nothing as it was described when the order arrived. Just take a look at the photo. It was drenched in sauce which was sour and absolutely not Katsu like and the rice was COLD. None of my 3 family members enjoyed their meal either. The bill came to 75 pounds which was terrible value for 4 disgusting meals. In conclusion the lesson I have learned is to never go to an empty restaurant... I hope this saved you from a horrible meal. read more

Bone Daddies - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Went to this place and it's easy to locate once you've gotten there. I like the people and the atmosphere is chilled and relaxed but I already looked at how ratty the menus were and the rustic feel for the restaurant and wanted to give it a chance to surprise me. The starters were way more expensive than the usual jape aw places I'd been too and whilst they felt gourmet it was a little over priced for thee Sashimi (which was like 7 slightly disappointing pieces) and their pumpkin like Crochet which was like 3 of them. For the price I was forking out I was expecting a bit more. Ordering the tonkatsu ramen was what I was expecting although value for money and food satisfaction I felt it was too rich for what they were charging. It left me feeling overwhelmed with flavour and unsure as to whether I should continue eating there. I couldn't even finish the soup which is something I abhor. I'd like to drink and eat everything but if it's too over powering..hmm Anyway it's a nice little restaurant to go to but if you're going to charge the prices you're Charing for sushi, sashimi and ramen- it better be a good modicum of tastes... And also- those seats weren't comfy. It was a hard met experience and I felt a little underwhelmed. Still good to go to- is easily forget it if it didn't have such an iconic sound to the name. read more

I've visited Bone Daddies countless times in the past three years, and I still love it just as much as I did the first time. I will admit that there have been a few times where I felt the quality of the ramen dropped slightly, but overall it's quite consistent. I also stand by the fact that their fried chicken is still one of my favourite fried chicken dishes in London! read more

Bone Daddies - Spicy miso ramen... My favorite! - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

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Wandering about Soho on a drizzly, cold "summer" day (really, it's August but feels like winter already! Guess it's a bit like SF), we came across a ramen shop and stepped in. At 5:30pm, it was already packed, which is a good sign. Hubs got the tonkotsu and I ordered the spicy miso ramen. Great broth and good noodles. Pork were ample and eggs cooked perfectly. What a great dinner! They even provide plastic bibs for you to wear...which most people did not use, but I did just because. Another surprising and amusing touch was a jar offering hair bands for the ladies with long hair -- because it's annoying to have hair falling into your face as you labor over the lovely soup and noodles! There was even a garlic crusher with garlic on the counter and a sesame grinder for additional flavor. Great place. Don't miss. read more

I had the Tonkatsu ramen and was really impressed -- this is better than most of the Japanese ramen spots in the Bay Area and NYC. The broth was very flavorful without being too greasy, the noodles were perfectly cooked, and the pork was so buttery and -- this really hit the spot for me! Cocktails were a little overpriced, stick to a pint of Asahi. read more

Jumped in last night for a bite before heading home. While it's not completely authentic, it is an excellent Western take on Japanese/Chinese noodles. The hubs got his normal tonkatsu ramen. The broth was steaming hot and unctuous, but the pork a little chewy. Still, for someone as picky about his Japanese carbs, he deemed it a success. He was thrilled by the fact that they serve a bowl with two eggs, instead of just one (it's the little things, really). I tried the tantanmen ramen--a take on Sichuan dan dan noodles (often on the top of my cravings list). It was spectacular. The broth was a beautiful combination of spice and umami. Let's just say, I could eat that bowl of noodles every day. The burn builds substantially with each bite, and by the end my nose was a bit runny (a sign of an excellently hot dish in my book). We also tried the karaage (fried chicken), which was well fried, but the breading lacked a bit in flavour. Topped off with some ice cold Asahi, we were both impressed with this new spot in Soho. And while they say they're open late, I've yet to come across a noodle place open past Midnight. My little American gripe--Midnight is not late. I've barely just finished dinner by that point. Other than that, the space is large and open playing some of the best American rock from the 70s to the 90s. We sat at the counter facing the hipster cycle shop across the street, which (of course) meant brilliant people watching. All in all, a new staple to our Asian restaurant repertoire. read more

I am not an afficienado of ramen but Bone Daddies has provided my best experience (by some distance) to date. It was not all plain sailing as I had to work past a pretty significant queue to get into the restaurant itself. However, once inside, everything was spot on. The decor was funky with stools jammed into every conceivably place which made for a cosy atmosphere. This said, without cramming in all this seating, I dread to think what the queue was like. The ramen itself was the real deal. I opted for a special, the Sour Pepper Ramen, with roast chashu, karaage salmon, grilled spring onion and an egg. The broth was perfectly judged with its deep spicy flavour providing a solid base for its accompaniments. Indeed, the broth was so lovely, I would probably have been satisfied with this alone. Of the accompaniments, I loved each delicate flake of the salmon and the perfect texture of the egg. However, the best aspect of the dish was its variety. Every bite brought another delightful taste senstation. On the side, I ordered some edamame beans. Served warm with a good slug of salt, these were lovely, if not the most original choice. Looking at the other reviews now, I suspect that the soft shell crab might have been a better option. I look forward to doing just that on my next visit. read more

Good ramen! I ordered the Tonkatsu Ramen, I thought it was nicely done. I like a rich fatty broth, and they had it here at Bone Daddies. My friend ordered the TanTanMen but it was something like peanut or sesame ramen. That was just OK - a bit too heavy and rich and nutty. I think she's gonna stick with the standard ramen next time. Sitting on the table was a jar of raw garlic, a garlic press, and a little jar of hair elastics - VERY useful for anyone with long hair! read more

I love this place, I really do and the only reason why I knock it is that it's a lot of money for what amounts to a bowl of ramen. I went for lunch with my mum and my sister (a quick lunch mind as it was a workday) and our total bill was over £50. That said, it is damn good ramen, having tried Shoryu and Tonkotsu, it is, in my opinion, the winner in the area. Get there early, there aren't reservations and it's all communal seating. If you're a big party you might even lose your place in the queue as smaller groups are seated where they can fit. My sister loved the fact that they had a) plastic bibs, and b) a little bottle of hairbands for tying back your hair so you didn't eat it while you slurped your noodles. And you want to slurp your noodles. Ramen arrived quickly along with a single order of croquettes and we went to town. If your noodles don't come with an egg, order the egg as an extra, it's worth it. 2 Tonkotsu and a Tantanmen were ordered on this day and the bowls went down a treat. Get there early, sit and enjoy your noodles and then make way for the next customer. A long drawn out meal this isn't! I'm going to um and ah about this one for a while but yes, for now, Bone Daddies your are a solid 4 out of 5. Who knows, I might upgrade it later. read more

How has it taken me this long to review Bone Daddies?! Good, god. I love this f*cking place. I refer to Summer 2014 as the Great Summer Of My Ramen Awakening, and it all started with Bone Daddies. These guys were my first, and it's been a slippery, noodle filled descent into a full-on obsession. I may wander, I may experiment, but Bone Daddies has my heart. And, with the news that they're opening in East London so near to my flat, it gives me yet another reason to never leave my Islington / Hackney nest. Bone Daddies is London's best ramen, believe the hype. read more

yeah i would take people here! for sure. I was generally impressed. the staff were friendly, attentive and in good form. we had the soft shell crab (small and overpriced, but tasty) and the renowned fried chicken (juicy, crispy, tasty and plenty of it, not bad for a 5er i suppose). we both had the tonkatsu...standardly it seems and yes it was very nice. not ur usual watery soup, this was almost creamy meaty goodness juice. a little salty but that's the deal huh? egg was perfectly cooked, my friend ordered another for some serious eggy action. couple of ashahi's and £50 odd later we left satisfied. only thing I would say is they definitely cram you in, we sat in the window and it was every elbow for themselves!!! peace. read more

We had been meaning to go here for weeks, after reading reviews on this website and comments on Twitter. We got there and waited in a line for around 40 minutes, but it didn't feel too bad because we had expected this. While we were part of the "inside" section of the line, we could order a couple of drinks which was great. I was already a third of the way through my pint of Asahi by the time we sat down. Having a drink also makes the waiting period pass more quickly. The signature dish is the tonkatsu ramen (£11), so we ordered one each. It really is excellent: the creamy broth is packed with flavour and I liked the noodles and the eggs. The pork was tender too, but I only got one piece in mine. We also ordered sides of fried chicken (£5) and softshell crab (£8). Both of these were nice, but the chicken was a bit dry. The service was friendly and personable. I was happy with the experience, but it was on the expensive side. This place won't suffer for that, given the high popularity it has at the moment. I am pleased to have been here once to try the excellent ramen, but I would be leaning towards visiting one of the other good ramen restaurants where there is not such a long queue. Then again, it could be worth a trip during the quiet time of the week (whenever that is). read more

We arrived at 8pm on a Friday. I was worried about a massive queue but we were seated relatively quickly (albeit along a wall!) We shared some fried chicken (tasty, not greasy although nothing too amazing). We both had ramen. My friend had the miso ramen which she loved - better than Koya! I had the tantanmen ramen. I love spicy food but found that the heat overwhelmed the dish a bit but that said, I still loved it. In addition to the pork mince and one measly leaf of bok choy (um, couldn't they have upped the ruffage a bit??), there was also a soft boiled egg, peanuts and what I think was bamboo shoots. All very tasty! I'd definitely go back to try the rest of the menu. read more

Bottom line up front: Ramen is okay, the sides are much better. Things I've tried: - Tonkotsu. The broth is thick, but lacks flavor. The noodles are good and the eggs were excellent. - Tsukemen. Noodles totally stuck together. The eggs were worse than when I had the Tonkotsu. - Karaage. Delicious! Squeeze your lemons on those suckers. - Croquettes. The pork and corn croquettes are interesting, but I probably don't need to try them again. I hope an actor does a dramatic reading of this review on YouTube. read more

Wednesday, 6.30 the queue was already building up. We queued for approx half an hour. Walking inside, the music was loud, we could barely hear each other but we all know that's the trick in this kind of places. So queuing, ok past that. We're off to decide on food. Simple menu, few dishes, mix and match. Got the Tantamen and the Soft shell crab, as so many people do in such places. I thought the soft shell crab in nearby Shoryu ramen was OKish, well I take it all back, that was awesome compared to what I tasted at Bone Daddies. Most flavourless, oily and soggy piece of crab I'd ever had in my life. Such a disappointment and practically too expensive for £8.50. Past that, off to the noodles. The noodles were nice. The flavours were bold, too bold for my liking. I think the adaptation of rock-n-roll-esque decor, they tingled with the taste to be liked by the UK audience. Nothing wrong with that but my bowl tasted like a race of bold flavours. There was a lot of oil in my sauce (that only made them taste more delicious) but the profile was completely different to what I've had before. It wasn't bad - it was actually pretty nice but strong! I find it hard to say that I didn't enjoy it, but at the same time I wasn't head over heels. That's why the three starts. Its a pleasant experience. I'm not crazy about it and I know I won't be rushing there again anytime soon. If I'm around, maybe. read more

Food: This was our first time at Bone Daddies and therefore had to try the traditional Tonkotsu Ramen which was very good. The broth was rich with flavour (can definitely tell the broth was watched over for 20 hours) and had a good serving of noodles. One of the things I hate is when ramen houses are stingy with their noodles. We also ordered the kimchi side dish which wasn't real kimchi (I know kimchi, I'm Korean). Not sure if they make it in-house, but it's not traditional and was a bit of a weird neon orange color. Drinks: They have a pretty good drink menu for a ramen house which includes sake, shochu, wine, beer and cocktails. Price: Reasonable. For two Tonkotsu Ramen and one side order of Kimchi came out to 28.12 GBP. Ambiance: The restaurant was packed on a Sunday evening and very lively. All seating is communal. Service: The host was friendly and we were able to get seated right away which was great since I've heard about the crazy queues. Our server was very nice and our food came out pretty quickly. Would I go back? Yes;. This is the best ramen I've tried so far in London. read more

So, this place has great ramen, and at roughly £12, the price is pretty reasonable. However, the 12.5% service charge is outrageous! For me, a service charge of this magnitude is only justified in a proper sit-down restaurant with great service, which this is not. First, the server didn't get our order right. Second, the server didn't remember at the end of the meal that he had served us. Third, you don't even get a proper table and are squished in amongst others. None of these are huge issues, except when the cost of my meal magically increases by over 10%. read more

Good service, long lines but moved quite fast thanks to staff efficiency. They gave us complimentary warm sake shots while waiting in line. Ordered yuzu tonkotsu. Quite tasty; the broth is a bit too thick for my taste but some people may prefer it. Noodles were ok, a bit skimpy on the meat but satisfying overall. Chili sauce was more Chinese style than Japanese. It was fine but a bit of an ecclectic mix if you're expecting a Japanese ramen shop. Soft shell crab apps was very tasty & fresh; though the accompanying dipping sauce was quite odd & not a really good pairing. Agedashi tofu was quite disappointing. May return but probably will try the chicken broth ramen instead and the chicken wings app (they look quite appetizing). read more

Tonkatsu Ramen broth has been pretty salty the last two times that I've been here. You need water to help you finish the ramen. Pork ribs - not much meat to the bones! I really wanted to like you Bone Daddies but fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice...well you can't get fooled again. read more

I came here on a bank holiday around 5:30 and managed to get a seat right away with my mom. But we got lucky because I don't think anyone was seated long after that and there was a huge lineup outside. I got the curry ramen. I thought it was pretty good. The fried chicken managed to stay crispy and the broth had really good flavour so I didn't have to add anything to it. I also was sceptical about the noodles since some of the reviews weren't so great but I thought they were fine. They were ramen noodles! Didn't find them chewy, hard, soft or too big. The peppers were interesting and didn't do much for the dish in my opinion My mom got the tantanmen ramen. The soup was a little peanuty and she thought she didn't get enough meat, but other than that it was good We were sitting right at the window and since there was a line up people were constantly watching us eating which was a little weird for me but, can't really blame the restaurant though. There were some other ramen that I wanted to try so I would go back I didn't take pictures as it was quite dimly lit and they wouldn't have turned out Shoutout for the great service though! Even though it was crazy busy the servers made sure to come over to us every so often to check up on things and managed the line well read more

You always know it is a good restaurant when you see a long line of people waiting outside, even when it is cold. Bone Daddies is such a place. I passed by it several times without knowing its name, but only identified it as the busy Japanese place in Soho. A few days ago, I took advantage of dining out on my own and presented myself to the host as a lone diner and got seated immediately. As I was rushing to something else, so I just ordered Tonkotsu (Pork) Ramen, which seemed to be the only option in my opinion, because all other ramen comes with chicken broth. I am no expert in ramen, but I have eaten enough of it to develop a taste for thick and creamy broth that only seems to come with pork bone broth. I was not disappointed, as a matter of fact, I think it is the best ramen I tried in London! The broth was thick and creamy, the noodle was al dente and the eggs had semi-runny yolk. It was perfect. If I had to complain about one thing, I wish I had a bit more broth! Oh, yes, don't forget to help yourself and add some extra fixings to you bowl: you can grind your own sesame (please do, it adds so much taste to your noodle), mesh you own garlic (only for the brave and no meeting other people afterwards eaters), and chili oil. All I can say is Yummy! I can't wait to come back and give the chicken bone broth a go and also try out some appetizers everybody raves about. read more

Bone Daddies - Tonkotsu ramen - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Came here on a cold, blustery day and the hot bowl of ramen hit the spot! My sister, cousin, and I all ordered the Tonkatsu Ramen. In retrospect, I think I would have preferred one of the other choices because of my preference for thinner broth. Despite the thick broth, the ramen was absolutely delicious. It tasted fresh, with tons of flavor. The only topping I added was chili oil to make it spicy. We came late in the afternoon, so we had no problem with getting a seat. I have heard it can be difficult to get a table for dinner since they're so popular. One last thing I have to mention... I love that they provide plastic bibs and hair ties to insure clean eating! read more

I don't know: I bodied this tonkotsu ramen. Washed it down with a gingery cocktail. Walked home in the cold, with a warm belly full o' noodle sloshing (yeah, that sounds gross. It felt good, though). There is a wait. It's not biggie, they've got heat-lamps and it moves fast if you're solo or a party of 2. Love: efficient, tasty, well-priced, tasty, tasty. Did I say: tasty? YEAH. Super-appreciate that, despite being a busy spot, never ever felt rushed to finish up and open up my seat (I had some 2015 catching up to do with a pal!). Great, attentive service - good tap water (yeah, yeah, it's a consideration!) served in great cups. One watch-out: the tantanman ramen? Hot as Hades. Delish, but *hot as Hades*. As my dining companion advised: "they should have a flame icon next to that one!". Wurd. Yelp note: just flipping love the DIY counter in front of you - garlic and press and sesame and soy and hot chills. Yes. read more

Ordered ramen and the karaage. Broth was pretty good, noodles were good, and the pork chasu was decent. The egg was cold and overcooked and lacked the richness I've come to expect. The chicken karaage was relatively bad -- greasy with very little breading, not enough crunch. The sauce served with it was good though. Next time I'd go for the ramen only and skip any other dishes/sides. read more

I haven't been to that many ramen places in London, but this was the best as of yet! I got the spicy miso ramen with extra bean sprouts and spring onion. We also shared salmon sashimi and fried chicken as starters. Everything was solid. I particularly liked my ramen -- the soup was perfectly thick and flavourful. We also got cocktails, all of which were great. Service was prompt and good. It did hey quite crowded during peak hours, so be sure to plan ahead! read more

Tried the tonkotsu ramen and the broth tastes really thick. But it may tastes a little bland for some people. Personally didn't think the noodles tasted as good either. The restaurant itself may be ano good place to come with friends and hangouts. read more

Bone Daddies - Tonkotsu ramen - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Having been pulled into the "Ramen" fad, I have heard mixed reviews before coming here. The person I was with had been before and was unimpressed. We were greeted by a friendly waitress that seated us and served by a keen waiter that went through the menu enthusiastcally. The food (from a westerners pov) was good!! I had the spicy option and it was a little too hot... I can generally enjoy a moderate heat level. My companion had the Tonkatsu and was pleasently surprised. Having been to Tonkatsu in Soho a few times, this place definitely competes but gets a few extra points for the condiments included like garlic and seseme seeds that Tonkatsu charges for. read more

I was so harsh before it pains me to reflect on my past-self. Bone Daddies is pretty good, it was probably my fault for ordering something that came with fried chicken skin in it. I've been back loads and just order without the excess crap and its great. MY 5 star rating is so balance my 2/3 stars before. Plus the staff are all great, though sitting on high chairs like sardines is demoralizing. read more

T22 is perfect on a cold day when you haven't eaten anything all day and feel a bit depressed... in another word, this ramen is a perfect comfort food for the soul! The service is attentive and all smile even thought it was a bit late. read more

Bone Daddies - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Good...but forgettable. My friend ordered the Tonkotsu which was surprisingly more bland than it looked and should have been (being very cloudy from their 20hour pork bone boiling.) I ordered the T2 whose broth was really flavorful and was ace to have the "cock scratchings" for crunchy texture. Perhaps I went on an "off-day" but the biggest turn-offs were that the broth was pretty lukewarm and not enough of it. I'd try Bonedaddies again, but not in a rush. I still stick to my guns on the best ramen being at Nagomi. read more

Wicked Raman!! Kimchi Raman for the win! Cool location and fit out, great service. A little bit expensive at around £11 but not too bad for the quality. read more

Bone Daddies - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

The ramen was awesome. Had the kimchi and traditional. Would give it 5 stars but it is a little too pricy for ramen. Also they have some questionable things on the bars (E.g. hair ties- gross what if they are reused? Also nothing covering the chopsticks.) For two pints and two frames it was about 62$ USA. In Los Angeles this would have cost us 25$ USA. So not sure why the price was so high. read more

Hip dining. Tried their kimchi ramen and it was an instant hit. Place is fairly small and crowed, ambience is pretty loud. Be considerate and eat and leave since there always seem to be a long line waiting. I hate it when people just sit there forever after they eat, if you want to catch up, go somewhere else, be considerate when there are other people waiting for tables. We waited for around 45 mins. read more

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If they want to open a pub-like Reman restaurant, they really need to think twice as sometimes innovation could just go south... The taste of Reman was even worse than fast noodles... The noodle was too soft and soaked too much... The soup was just too artificial and the taste was bad... It's better if its just a bar for a drink... read more

So it's a good place on the cheap which means no reservations and just work on luck. We found a table and I ordered Korean chicken wings, this is more of a tomato based chicken wing and not authentic Korean wing but tasty anyways. The ramen, so I ordered the pork and found that the base stock was rather salty and very thick. I think I will just select a miso base next time. Good drink selection. read more

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I'd like to give this place 3.5 stars. I usually like to try a popular ramen spot whenever I travel to a new city. This place satisfied my craving and was pretty decent. I got the Tonkatsu ramen with extra egg. The eggs were exceptional! On par with the eggs at Ramen Dojo in LA. The problem was that everything else was mediocre. The noodles were thin which I tend to dislike in Ramen (but that is personal preference). The broth did not seem to have a very distinctive taste and the slices of chashu were pretty thin. If this were my first point of reference for ramen I think I would walk away pretty happy. This place is not bad but also not really distinctive if you have tried other ramen. read more

I've eaten lots of tonkotsu, and this one is great! It's a 20 hour stock, so yes, it is fatty. I would eat here all the time if I lived nearby. Really hit the spot after a day of travel and jet lag from NYC. Friendly waiters, but it took a long time to order and pay the bill. Slow service seems to be the norm in Europe. The fried chicken wasn't like karaage, though it doesn't claim to be on the menu. We still enjoyed it with the sauce. The yuzu margarita paired great with the tonkotsu. read more