I had just eaten at Ippudo New York the week before, and Kanada-Ya in London a few days before eating here, so I feel like I had a pretty good base of comparison. I wanted to like this more, but I didn't care too much for the ramen here. I liked Ippudo and Kanada-Ya better. This place didn't feel as authentically Japanese as Kanada-Ya did, and more of a fusion, cheeky-humor kind of place. I felt like I could be in a small ramen shop in Japan when I was at Kanada-Ya, but felt like I could be in SF or NY when I was inside Bone Daddies. This place is much more amenable for larger groups than Kanada-Ya. If you have more than 2 people, Kanada-Ya may not be a good fit, but I think Bone Daddies would be able to accommodate parties of 4-6, but not much larger. The wait is probably much shorter too. I ordered the Tantanmen which has sesame, chili, minced pork, chashu pork and bok choy. The broth was rich and flavorful, but I preferred the broth at Ippudo NY and Kanada-Ya better. The pork here was a bit on the dry side which was disappointing - it needed a bit more fat in it. Normally, I have no problem polishing off a bowl of ramen, but I didn't finish this one. Noodles were fine, but I preferred the chewier / more al-dente noodles at Katana-Ya. Korean Fried Chicken Wings - These were huge, and had almost too much sauce on them. I didn't find them really crispy on the outside, probably because there was too much sauce on them. I don't think I'd get these again. If you're looking for ramen and want more options on flavors and more unique combinations / fusion, then this place is great. It's also good for slightly larger groups and/or if you want to have drinks with your meal. If you want a more authentic ramen experience, head over to Katana-Ya. read more

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This place was hyped up and wasn't really good. The wait wasn't bad when it was busy. The staff are nice but the food wasn't that good. Its more like a ramen bar than anything else. The broth was mediocre but the noodles made up for it a bit. Overall, I wouldn't come here again as it left me wanting to eat something better. Pros: Fast, Service Cons: Food Stars: 2.5 read more

Bone Daddies - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Having now had the opportunity for multiple visits, I've eaten my way through all the ramens and most of the starters. My visits have produced a consistent level of food and service, which is nice What I love about the ramens is that they all taste different. Though I thought that my favourite would continue to be tonkotsu ramen, in fact my current favourite is tantanmen ramen which has the same depth of flavour in the soup but it comes with a great chilli kick - I love it but if you don't like heat, then I would recommend that you ask them to dial it down a bit I echo Tim L's advice to ask for cock scratchings (crispy chicken skin) which add a wonderful crunch and umami kick to the dish As for starters, I prefer the salmon sahimi over the yellowtail. Crispy soft shell crab is great, especially with the spicy mayonnaise though the portion isn't the biggest. A great sharing dish with friends is the artichoke, where you can all dive in and pluck the leaves to dip them The drink variety is big from no-quibble tapwater to sake (served in a traditional wooden box) all the way to cocktails The only warning is that the most recent addition to the bottles of condiments on the table that you can add to the ramen is actually a bottle containing hairbands! Definitely inedible but as my dining companion today, Minnie M said, it was the perfect thing she needed to stop her hair getting into her bowl of soup. They really have thought of everything! Perhaps the greatest accolade for this place is that it's the sort of place I'd be proud to bring friends. Still the best ramen in town read more

Bone Daddies - Bottle containing hair bands! Please don't eat! - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Yay!! London seems to be getting better and better at ramen!! Finally!! I have been excited about Bone daddies for aaaages! I've been following them on twitter and drooling over the photos...so I had high expectations that this would be a decent ramen venue. It seems like other yelpers had the same idea as we had the biggest turn out ever for a ramen club! Thank you all for joining me!! On to the noodles: Oh my goodness the tonkotsu ramen made me happy! The soup was rich, creamy and you can tell those bones have been brewing for a looong time. I initially thought there was not quite enough broth for that number of noodles, but actually it was all so rich that I found it difficult to finish it all. - Soup = Gorgeous...now I want to try all the other flavours - Eggs = Cooked to perfection with squidgy middles and well-seasoned - Meat = Fatty, full of flavour and so tender that it falls apart on your chopsticks - Extras = It was good that you can add extra garlic...and I shared some of Rob's extra pipette of fat. Yum - Noodles = Perfect The staff were complete sweeties and coped well with such a large group. The only let-down for me was the karaage chicken...the taste was okay but it wasn't crunchy (maybe they made it in advance and reheated it???) The drinks were also a bit pricey... over £8 for ume-shu!? wha!? However these weren't big enough gripes to detract a star, so I think I have found my new favourite ramen shop. read more

Bone Daddies - Lovely lovely tonkotsu - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

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So, there I was, thinking I should really leave my 100th review for 100 bar in Piccadilly, but a) I haven't had time b)If i could, I would give 100 points to the tonkatsu soup in Bone Daddies. So there. After a particularly gruelling day sitting on pews that were so uncomfortable during my stay as a juror, I wanted to take advantage of the fact that I had a free evening without work. Decided to call my friend, 5 minutes, ramen agreed. bam. done. Turned up at Bone daddies before 6, which is a good tactic of our tbh. We rarely ever go for late dinners because well, we live far out. Tonkatsu ramen ordered. I skim-read a few reviews and was impressed, and I was not disappointed. THE SOUP. OH GOD. SOUP IS MADE OF DREAMS. Rich, Buttery and had OH-so much depth. Combine with the silky eggs. JUST. SO.GOOD. Ramen, was alright but I was too occupied by the soup and the eggs. Apparently, Timeout said that dinner for two would be approx £60. (SERIOUSLY, kids don't know how to thrift.) We had two beers, two ramen + service charge and it was £34. and we left full and satisfied. IN YOUR FACE. read more

Bone Daddies - Tonkatsu ramen. LOOK HOW OPAQUE THE SOUP IS!! Sign of good soup! - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

FINALLY a tasty ramen shop in London! It's been over a year and a half since I moved here from LA and I've been so sad about the quality of Asian food here. Everything seems to fall flat, and I don't know why. I went with a friend and had their cabbage and miso (starter), artichoke (starter), and Tonkotsu Ramen. The starters were incredibly moreish. The cabbage reminds me of a very homey veg + dip my family eats in China and is a fab alternative to the typical edamame. The artichoke is paired with a delicious dip with just enough kick to keep you interested. We also tried a pineapple sake and Asahi beer. The beer is some special Asahi brew (I don't understand beer so don't quote me) but it stayed really cold and had a delicious rice-flavored aftertaste. The pineapple sake is dangerous - reminds me of the fruity yogurt soju at korean bars - tastes like juice! Bone Daddies do chashu pork really well. They do broth really well. They do their eggs so freaking well that I would push you, your mother, your grandmother, AND your little dog down the stairs to get more. Luckily for your family, you can order extra, and for a mere £1. Perfectly soft-boiled and so flavorful, the egg was the star for me. I have had fantastic broth at Ippudo in NYC and Daikokuya in LA but that egg is legend. And speaking with Chef Ross, it's only going to get better. I am dancing in anticipation. Almost forgot to mention another star - their homemade chili oil. Don't be intimidated by the chili flakes in there. It adds a toasty, smokey, warm heat to the ramen without being overpoweringly spicy. I think it's a must, if only because it adds yet another dimension of flavor. It's a brand new restaurant so they are constantly working on their menu, broth, and noodles. I personally thought it was all amazeballs, but I certainly welcome their ambition for better. If you're one of those people who think Wagamama is an acceptable place for food, do yourself a favor and get schooled by Bone Daddies. read more

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Tried both the tonkatsu and t22 and really not that impressed. Their broth had a weird spice in it with a strange taste. Not that authentic compared to ramen I've had in Japan and in New York. Softshell crab was also passable. Pork croquettes were the only highlight of the night and were worth getting. I'd recommend going to Shoryu a couple blocks away if you want a better ramen experience. The wait time is about the same for both places, about 15-20 minutes for you to get seated. Shoryu has more of an Asian crowd whereas bone daddies has more of a hipster crowd with asian fusion style to it. read more

Bone Daddies - tonkatsu on the left and t22 on the right, pork croquettes at the back (get that if you're here! better than the ramen) - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

The rock -n- roll of ramen. If you want a hip spot that satisfies your craving for warm noodles, Bone Daddies is your cool friend. There is a good variety of ramen, from the spicy to more traditional, even curry and vegetarian options. It's also open late. One thing I wasn't expecting was the amazing Brussel sprouts - yes Brussel sprouts! - side dish that was packed with fried green goodness, citrus and pomegranates. It's so much better than your generic edamame and sets them apart from many other ramen joints. Get ready for a burst of flavour as the broth is quite thick, and their tonkatsu comes with a black garlic sesame oil which can be quite overpowering if you are looking for something more subtle. However if you are in the mood to rock, you will take comfort in this wild take on a Japanese classic. read more

Bone Daddies - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

I've had a lot of ramen in my life & although Bone Daddies is pretty good, I just don't like the thick broth. It makes it so much more heavier than it should be. I've been here twice and have ordered the tantanmen both times. Flavor wise, it's fantastic. I love the garlic press at the table and you can even ask them for extra chilies to make your ramen spicier. Like I said, I just don't like the thickness of the broth... personal preference if you will. Other than that, I love the casual atmosphere and communal high-top tables. Service is very friendly and pretty good. read more

Bone Daddies - Tantanmen - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

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Another tough competitor at the best ramen in London. If you like a thick ramen, you'll love the Tonkotsu variations that Bone Daddies has to offer. This was my second ramen of the weekend after having just been to Toro for Tonkotsu Ramen just yesterday (I'm a ramen addict!), but this time I'm trying a new type of ramen, Kani Tonkotsu. This ramen has chashu pork, softshell crab, chilli, kale, beansprouts and black sesame. Alongside a Bone Daddies Cider. The ramen was good, very very good, it was hot and a nice refreshing change from the normal Tonkotsu that I'm always eating. Highly recommended! I had Green Tea, Coconut and Salted Caramel Frozen Mochi for dessert. Normally I'm not a fan of frozen mochi but these flavours were delicious. Please, please go check out this Ramen as it is one of the best in London! read more

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

As far as London food goes, I can see why this place is hyped. It has enough uniqueness going for it, and Asian foods are trending pretty hard right now. But as far as Japanese food goes in particular, I'm a snob and very much an isolationist. I want my dishes simple and authentic. Not a huge fusion fan either. And I want my tastebuds to feel the sensation of being transported to the land of the rising sun. With that disclaimer out there, if you want an original experience, sure, hit up Bone Daddies. But if you want an authentic experience, you won't get that here. This is big-time, hipster noodle fare. - The noodles are frozen. You can't customize the consistency and they cook them pretty soft here (firm should be the standard). They're also crimpy to the max. T_T - They don't serve rice. At all. No rice. Zero. - Tea is from a packet. - They don't have togarashi. Seriously? - No vinegar either. - The broths are not so much flavorful as they are intensely spicy. If spicy broth is your thing, then by all means, jet on over here for some indulgence. But I prefer rich and full broths. The milky / creamy broth in the tantanmen was very interesting. I've never had it like this before. Or with peanuts. Or with chashu. But with very little ground meat in the first place. Hmmm. I ordered it without the extra chilies and it still had a crazy bite to it. The tantanmen 2 is even moreso, veryvery spicy. I'll end this on some positives. + Their karaage is good as far as fried chicken goes, but no need to go crazy for it, guys. + Kudos on offering black sesame and kinako flavours for dessert, but those dishes were too diluted for one to truly appreciate such unique tastes. Less subtle, more concentrated, please. + Fresh garlic! + Their bamboo had a good crunch and their eggs are cooked perfectly. + Hilarious bibs on request, haha. read more

Bone Daddies - Sweet spicy pig bones. - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

I really wanted to give this place 4 stars instead of 5, because I despise crowded places, stools, small table space and queues, and this Bone Daddies has all of the above. That said, as soon as I've put food in my mouth I went to ramen heaven and back, and as my friend pointed out, I didn't say a word for 20 minutes. I've ordered the Tonkatsu (Tonkotsu? Tonk...whatever) ramen, and added the cock scratching because in all the pictures I saw of ramen from Bone Daddies I could spot these crispy bits on top and really wanted to know what they were and try them. OH. MY. SWEET. BABY. DAY. IN. THE. LIFE. Can I just go back there RIGHT NOW? The 20h pork broth was so rich and creamy, it would have been delicious on its own. Like, even without the perfectly sliced thin pork, the flavourful noodles, the hard-boiled eggs that kept a soft but not runny yolk, the soy sauce on the one side of the bowl, the spring onions, and all the other bits, including the scratching. Which were out of this world delicious. I would love to say something more about the place itself, the hairband and bib they provide for mess-free experience, the atmosphere, etc. But I have a parade of ramen soups dancing in front of my eyes and can't think of anything else but going back there asap. So if you're anything like me (i.e. a fussy introverted mess) you'll want to run away when you see the crowd, PLEASE BE PATIENT BECAUSE IT'S WORTH IT. I promise. (Ps. Thank you Charlotte K. for being to me that one friend to take me here, as someone else did with you years ago. Let's keep the tradition going eh?) read more

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I... I honestly don't get it. After visiting bone daddies last week, the high praise is pretty startling to me. I absolutely love ramen, and though I've spent a few months in Japan eating tons of it, I'm no snob. I've slurped my fair share of 89cent pre-packaged block ramen and know that hey-- there's a spectrum. From what I'd read from others regarding ramen in London, they don't really come close to the authentic fare, but are still incredibly delicious. So when I saw that bone daddies was super hyped here and other places online, I was actually really excited (despite the overwhelmingly hipster vibes). In the end, I left disappointed. I had the tonkotsu ramen, hyped for a punch of that 20 hour deep, rich porky flavor, but instead I got an over salty (and trust me, I loves me some salt) bowl of mediocrity. I can't speak for any of the other dishes, but really... Even the crazy blaring music wasn't enough to distract me from how lacking in any depth of flavor this was. Like some basic stock and noodles. It was nothing special, so for the price, I didn't feel I'd gotten my money's worth. I've still yet to try some of the other recommended ramen places in London, but as of now, I definitely opulent rush back to bone daddies. Two stars because the egg was perfectly cooked, edamame delicious, and asahi flowin'. read more

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

Calvin T recently reminded me I haven't tried Bone Daddies so when I unexpectedly had a case in London I seized the opportunity to take my bff along for some ramen. We're big Koya fans but Bone Daddies is equally as good, if not quite as zen (and of course the menus are very different). We had some delicious sake to keep us warm in the queue and then were ushered to some of the best seats in the house (near hooks for hanging coats! joy!) where we were swiftly served with drinks and our fantastic starters - soft shell crab and tenderstem broccoli with their respective sauces were absolutely top drawer. We were surprised to discover the sauce with the broccoli is made with a Japanese citrus fruit - it's hard to describe its unique flavour but that's not what we would have guessed. The fiery green pepper/jalapeno based accompaniment with the soft shell was also unusual and a great match. Ramen was outstanding. I followed Yee Gan's lead and had the tantanmen - it's fiery kick caught the back of my throat more than once, which was awesome! My bff also loved his tonkutsu ramen, he drained the bowl in about 10 minutes. Service as I said was swift but also friendly and enthusiastic with the staff despite how busy it was taking time to explain the sauces to us and not rushing us out despite me taking forever to eat my ramen (it really is filling!). Finally, at £11 a bowl this is perfectly priced - for the quality of the food it's excellent value. Excited already for my next visit! read more

Good ramen. Has a nice spice to it and plenty of broth. Service could use some work. They had us wait for 30 minutes, I got up and asked what was going in, then they informed me there was a mix up in the kitchen and our order was coming soon. If someone had proactively said this, I would deal with it.. but I saw 3 people that got there after we ordered get their food, so they had plenty of time to let us know. The whole thing just soured the experience. The manager compd our appetizer which was nice, but I didn't like that no one bothered to acknowledge the screw up before I had to go and ask. I might give this place another try, but not if they are too busy. read more

Just reviewing the tonkatsu ramen. Yelp Japan score: 3/5 Yelp UK score: 5/5 I've travelled to remote suburbs and small towns in Japan in search of specific ramen joints, so I like to think I know a bit about it by now. And this is a decent bowl. I don't know what some of these other reviewers were served, but mine was pretty good - and so far the best I've had in London (and will likely find until Ippudo opens). Noodles: A bit overcooked... they should be firmer, but this is likely a local market compromise. Next time I'll ask for firm noodles. Broth: Very good. The black garlic oil is great too. Egg: Perfect. As good, better, than any I've had before. Order an extra one. Charsu: Decent. I prefer it thicker, but fatty and good. Needs: Some ginger or something pickled (besides garlic) to cut through the richness of the broth. Tip: Please don't wait for your 'soup' to cool off. Ramen is about the noodles - firm noodles being sucked up coated in hot fatty soup. Slurp them, it's ok, you're allowed to slurp ramen and it cools them a bit so you don't burn your mouth to much (a little burn is part of of the experience - don't worry, you will heal). As well, letting the noodles and soup cool off, this is like being served a burger and then waiting for the melted cheese to coagulate first. Wrong, wrong, wrong. (Sorry, watched this happen a few times here.) FYI: The price. I know it's London and ramen is still new and trendy, but £12.38 a bowl is steep. This works out to ¥2101 or $20.46! Ouch! Tokyo is supposed to be the most expensive city in the world, but this same bowl of noodles would cost you only about ¥800-900 or £5.40 even in the most expensive parts of Tokyo. (I know, supply chain and all that. But still... Cheaper in Tokyo!) read more

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+ Perfect soft-boiled egg + Full-bodied flavor of the soup + Nice appetizers (try the spareribs, YUM!) + Great touch with readily available hair ties to hold back the hair when working on the ramen! + Hooks on the wall for purses and jackets! - The seating.. not a fan of bar stools.. need that back support - A bit on the pricey side for a bowl of ramen.. but I guess this holds true for all areas with not a big Japanese population read more

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In the centre of Soho, Bone Daddies is a new ramen joint. It seems to be a mark of hipness not to have a name or sign anymore on new places lest you might be guilty of not being cool enough to need a sign ...(hint it's next to Byron burger which does have a sign)... in fact I didn't see it at first because I thought it WAS Bryon burger. OK I clearly failed on that test of personal hipness. Inside it has a utility interior - fairly compact and packed already just a few days after opening with high counters and stools. Our group of Yelpers managed to straddle across the counter and the some of the window seats. The vibe is dim lighting, loud music and competing conversations. Started with the yellowtail sashimi which was really good. Presented on little wooden stakes it was very fresh and with a flavourful dressing plus coriander. I had to order the Tonkotsu ramen which is always tempting but also more challenging to deliver successfully, apparently. Our orders arrived quite quickly which was good. The Tonkotsu ramen was the best I have had so far on our Ramen outings. The stock was perfect. Rich, flavourful, savoury, complex, fatty without appearing oily. Perhaps that's the magic of the claimed 20 hour cooking where the stock and bony goodness emulsifies together. This one delivered. The noodles were great too. Special note to the toppings and the super good egg, as others have noted. The pork was the best version I have had in London and super tender and melt in the mouth fat and meat. Quantity wise it wasn't a huge portion but was rich and had plenty of noodles and I have to admit I was fully satisified afterwards. Perhaps a bit more stock would have been good. The only slight negative was that it wasn't very hot so didn't need to do that loud slurpy thing since it was cool enough to eat direct. Would have preferred it a bit hotter. Accompanied by a nice Sake in a box. Service was prompt and enthusiastic. The only minor gripe for me was that the music was too loud, set at the volume level where you have to shout a bit, even to speak to the person sitting next to you. I don't know if others prefer it that way, maybe it's just me. Pricing was relatively reasonable compared with other places and the quality was high and the meal was very enjoyable so a great combination overall. read more

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

Bone Daddies' steaming ramen "hug" (as the waiter charmingly put it) is lovely on a cold, wintry day! I am a ramen newbie and this was my first time having authentic ramen (Wagamama's doesn't count!) and I wasn't sure what to expect. We started with the salmon sashimi which was so pretty and delicious! It came with bubu arare (puffed rice balls, I've never had them before but I love them!) ponzu sauce, and coriander and was so so yummy! I am a big salmon sashimi fan and I think this was actually my favorite part of the meal:P I ordered the tantanmen 2 ramen with chicken broth, which was one of the only two options without pork on the menu. I found this a bit limiting, but I'm told that in the future they will have some beef broth options. My friend got the miso broth and enjoyed it a lot. We also admired the cute logo of the place and the interesting name (it fits so well! what a neat place!) When my tantanmen arrived I wasn't sure what to expect with my first real ramen, and my first impression was that it had quite a kick! The broth is spicy and much thicker and creamier than I expected. After a few sips I got used to the spice and enjoyed the intense flavour it gave the ramen noodles. I was skeptical about trying the eggs at first since I am not an egg person, but they looked so good sitting there with their melting yolks that I had to try it and am glad I did. They are as silky as everyone here is saying and the perfect ramen eggs. The noodles and chicken were good and the few random pieces of bamboo. I think for a first timer, I found the broth too rich and heavy to drink it all but I enjoyed the half of it I managed. The service was friendly and very helpful. The place itself is probably hipster heaven with a long line of cold people waiting to get into a very busy and tiny place. I am still not a huge ramen person because the broth takes getting used to, but it is comforting in this weather and I look forward to coming back another freezing day and trying the fried chicken appetizer too! read more

Bone Daddies - Delicious salmon sashimi appetiser - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

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I love ramen! So, I'm always looking for a great ramen house. Bone Daddies is not your typical ramen house. They add their own special touches/spins to traditional ramen. We tried the Tatanmen and the tonkatsu. These weren't really your typical tatanmen or tonkatsu broths. I can't quiet put my tongue to it, but it's got its own special kick! The noodles were decently chewy and in good amounts. The garnishes aren't that special. I think what makes Bone Daddies special is their broth! Oh and their drinks! Mr. Sparkle and BD Rocket! I will be returning for those! The decor is unique - modern yet edgy. The place is always packed. There's going to be a line. Prepare for some tight seating and maybe even eating with strangers. But really, it's not that bad! You're there for the food anyways! read more

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Pretty good for what you can find in London. The tonkotsu broth that they're known for is way too thick and more like a gravy. I'd opt for the other broths. The line here does get quite long, so be sure to buffer some extra time. Protip: add the extra egg. It's totally worth it. read more

Bone Daddies - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

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Summary: +Great soya ramen +Lighter broth compared to tonkotsu (pork) based ramen +There's usually a queue. So watch out. +Quirky atmosphere Overall: I went to one of my go-to noodle places in central London. Bone Daddies is one of the specialist ramen restaurants that opened in 2012 in the midst of what surely will be remembered in history as the First Ramen Rush. (I made that up.) This was a truly glorious time for ramen aficionados in which three specialist ramen restaurants opened one after another in central London in a period of less than 10 months. It is generally agreed in our enlightened circle that significance of this series of events matches that of other events that took place that year such as London Olympics, the phone hacking scandal or the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. OK, that was an overstatement. But it was a good year. Anyway. I arrived at the restaurant five minutes before their opening to have an early dinner. After a few minutes of waiting, a friendly waiter showed me to a counter seat by the large window that oversees the street. Across the street, I could see people cleaning large glass windows of what looked like a new juice bar that was about to open. I tried to remember what kind of shop was there before but I couldn't. I guess it didn't matter after all. If they had food, I would have remembered something. By the time I ordered, there was already a few more groups in the restaurant. The restaurant calls itself a "ramen bar". Appropriately, the counter tables and high stools decorate the hip dining space along with quirky Japanese posters from the 1960s. Food: I ordered their signature dish, soya ramen. The soup is based on clear chicken broth and soya sauce mix. The result is incredible richness without the excessive grease of pork-based broth. The soya sauce and slightly burnt green onion adds a hint of bitterness and flavour to the broth. The thin noodles are relatively easy to manoeuvre with chopsticks. They go very well with the delicate broth. I wonder if what people say about pasta (fat pastas for creamy sauces, thin pastas for light sauces) also applies here. The mild peppery taste and the crunchy texture of fresh mizuna leaves are a lovely addition. I previously never understood the appeal of this understated green vegetable but I have now revised my opinion about it. read more

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I wanted to like this place, i really did! I became a huge fan of ramen whilst living in NYC where people queue for blocks to get into some of the best ramen houses...but bone daddies just didn't cut it for me. I went on Saturday and had the tantanmen ramen, as i was in the mood for something spicy. However, the chicken stock combined with the seaseme oil and crushed peanuts gave this a strange aftertaste that lingered long after i had left the restaurant.. Thinking i had made the wrong menu choice, i went back today and had the only ramen with pork broth. The Tonkotsu Ramen is the benchmark upon which all good ramen should be judged! Again the broth, although very thick and velvety, lacked any real complexity. Further the addition of what seemed like sweet soy sauce, gave this ramen a strange unfamiliar taste. Even the ramen noodles themselves miss that delicate nutty taste you get from a great freshly made ramen. Although this place is lacking authenticity, this is still not a bad place to go for some winter warming soup. read more

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I know... I'm in London searching for japanese food... but I can't help it when I love noodles! found this place on yelp and decided to try it out for lunch with LG. the place was easy to find but there's a wait during lunch. we studied the menu when we were waiting so once we sat down, we already knew what we wanted. to start, we got the soft shell crab. it was delicious! crunchy! tasty! great dipping sauce! meaty! this is a must order! I got the kimchee ramen and it was not up to par... so I'll end there. just get the soft shell crab and beer... can't go wrong read more

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Really, really, really good ramen and stupidly long queue - even on Mondays. I completely buy that ramen places are supposed to be quick eats - order, sit, eat (slurp) and leave - but that's in Japan, where awesome ramen places are at every corner, not in London where delicious ramen with amazing broth and plenty of seafood for a good price - is a rarity. They should definitely open another branch - one of this is just too little of goodness. Crammy inside, so don't expect fine dining, but then again - it's soul food! So, come in, enjoy, slurp as loud as you can (that shows your appreciation for the chef if they did a good job) and LEAVE. Don't sit and chat - let others enjoy this too (and not stand outside waiting for you to finish... yes. Even on Mondays.) read more

Bone Daddies - Kimchi ramen - delicious & spicy seafood - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Bone daddies one of the top ramen place in London? Yes, I dare say. I still have a slight preference for Ippudo but Bone daddies is a close second plus it had more interesting choices in ramen combination. We started with snacks: chicken wings which were simply yummy the right amount of sweet and spicy with a bit of a crunch. Chashu pork and corn croquettes are abs fab a must order!!!! Now onto the ramen: My friend went for the Prince of darkness. They warn you the it is f***ing spicy and it is. It s the kind of spice that creeps up on you (meaning its progressive) I went for the IP tonkotsu with an egg and it was just greatly balanced. The 20hours pork broth is just perfect but for me the noodles were a bit too large and too cooked but that s a personal choice. I like my ramen thin and al dente. Other than that the whole was just delish for the drinks we had the asahi cream head and the watermelon crush. Beer is beer obs but the watermelon crush was just the right amount of sourness and freshness I loved it, it goes perfectly with my dish as it was a little bit spicy so they married well. Overall there is no doubt Bone daddies is one of the best places to get ramen in London!!!! read more

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Maybe I'm spoiled for choice in NYC with ramen joints, but Bone Daddies really just did not do it for me. I got the classic Tonkotsu Ramen, and didn't enjoy it enough to finish (and trust me - I eat a LOT). The broth was nice and thick, but lacked flavor, and the texture of the noodle wasn't as chewy as I would have liked. They did have this awesome brussel sprout appetizer though - the pomegranate seeds added a great kick to it, so an extra star for that! I would go if you're looking for a quick meal but nothing worth going out of your way for. read more

Bone Daddies - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Not much more can be said that hasn't been already about the ramen kings, bone daddies! Arrived just after 6 on a Thursday, and pretty soon there was a queue out the door, as expected! My friend and I nabbed seats by the front window (excellent people watching while dining) and stared with an order of the Korean chicken wings; they had a sweet and spicy sauce and were crispy and delicious!! But messy, soooo messy! We both had the tonkatsu ramen with the now famous pork bone broth. Rich, creamy and flavoursome, loaded with noodles, spring onion and a perfectly soft poached egg- ramen perfection! I did add a load of chilli to mine, so think next time I'll order the spicy version and see how I get on! We ended our meal with a selection of moochi ice creams. The green tea was good but slightly bitter, the raspberry fresh and fruity and the chocolate has a rich, mousse like quality to it. Staff were friendly and the atmosphere was buzzing - yet another great spot in soho! read more

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While I'm not the biggest Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen fan, Bone Daddies does good. There's usually a queue at night, but you can easily pass the time by ordering a drink. The tonkotsu ramen has a milky collagen-thick soup with rich garlic flavor. The eggs are perfect, with a creamy soft yolk. Adding chicken scratchings is a nice local touch, but I didn't feel they did much texture-wise. The sides are hit and miss: - Deep fried soft-shell crab? Dericious. - Kara-age? Yes please. - Cabbage and miso? A little too literal. Pieces of raw cabbage served with miso paste to dip. Feels like something I would eat when the shops are closed and I'm rummaging through my fridge. I think Ippudo in NY generally does a better job, and rumor is that it's coming to London this year. While I appreciate London's sudden ramen binge, it would be nice to see more variety without a focus on Hakata-style tonkotsu. read more

Bone Daddies - tonkotsu ramen with chicken scratchings and extra egg - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

We decided to try something less formal today so we went to Bone Daddies for some Ramen. Lining up seems to be the new trend in London. Tomato salad with their Japanese sour vinegar dressing was delicious. We had Tonkatsu ramen and Kimchi ramen. The soup base was made with pork broth that has been cooked for 20 hours, so imagine the flavour and thickness of the soup. However, there is one thing interesting, I tasted ginger in the soup which is not the normal ingredients of Tonkatsu ramen. I prefer the regular ones though. The seating is not amongst the most comfortable ones, and I preferred to just stand there eating than sit on those wooden stools. read more

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Bussssssssssssiiiiii ! This place was packed! Not just packed it is packed paxked ! The queue is extended to outside of the door. Credit to the ramen really!!!! Springy and hearty! And the broth was soooupppper nice and dense and the ingredients, the braided slice pork and the slightly runny eggs were perfect match with the broth and ramen ! They also have this bib thing where you can wear to prevent the juiciness of the ramen spread on your coat. Gimmick ! Overall nice food and hipster-y environment read more

Bone Daddies - My tonkatsu added kimchi ramen - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

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Three words; Spicy miso ramen. This is my ultimate favourite type of ramen and Bone Daddies did not disappoint when I came here for lunch one cold, fall day. The broth was delicious, the pork was melt in your mouth amazing, and the spice level was spot on. Could have done without the red straw like vegetable garnish but a minor hit on an otherwise perfect meal. We also ordered the fried chicken as a snack. Definitely some of the best fried chicken I've ever had as it was light and cripsy, not greasy at all. The service could use some improvement as we had to remind them we wanted the bill about three times and some servers were great while others were a little oblivious. Nevertheless the food was worth it and it was nice to escape the rain with a bowl of warm, comforting, tasty ramen! read more

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I must admit I've become disappointed in this establishment now. My mum was visiting for lunch and I missed their yummy perfectly cooked egg and thought I would take her there for a treat. Yes it is lunch hour and yes it is busy but this is a ramen joint, you know, something where they have the broth pre-cooked and they just dump the noodles and remaining ingredients in to complete the meal? We waited 20 minutes for the starters. We ordered soft shell crab and a pork/corn croquette. After 20 minutes I complained, I said where is my food? My lunch hour ends in 20 minutes! Waiter went away and then started serving other people. At this point the starters got delivered. Flagged down another waitress and said I wanted to complain that the 3 different groups who arrived behind us got their STARTERS AND MAIN delivered before us. She explained our starters were fried so it takes longer. What? Frying food take longer than regular food? Ramen came with the original waiter. He explained because there was a big group and because it was fried it took longer. I said well then you should have told me frying food takes longer and I would've just told you to bring me the ramen first! He said he didn't know we were in a rush. Mate, I came here before, I didn't need to explain I was in a rush, the food arrived at decent intervals!!!! I was speechless. It's lunch hour in the middle of Soho which is pretty much surrounded by working types yes? We are not in the suburbs here! I was too shocked to speak and my face must have given away a million words. He explained the croquettes were on the house. PAH. Because of this farce the food tasted horrible and tasteless to me. I was in no mood to enjoy any of this. We had about 7 minutes to chow down the ramen and pay and leave. I was late back to work anyway. I'm not coming back. Don't do lunch hour if you can't handle it. I actually just remembered the same thing happened to me at Flesh n Buns during lunch. My colleague and I ordered 4 starters and 2 mains. After 20 minutes we chased and 2 starters came. After 20 more minutes the other 2 starters came. We had 10 minutes to make main course and run back to the office. They didn't have a takaway licence. We ended up paying for 4 starters and eating instant noodles at the office. The place was empty mind you, it's not like they had a full house to cook lunch for. DEFINITELY do not come here if you don't have more than an hour spare. read more

Ridiculously amazing tonkotsu broth, esp with chili sauce added to it. Rich, thick, delicious. The soft boiled egg could have been cooked a little less so the yolk could have added to the creaminess of the broth ie orenchi in Santa Clara, Ca. The noodles were not my fave; too thin and did nothing for the broth. I regret not ordering extra broth... The karaage fried chicken was delicious too. Don't be deterred by the long lines- come alone or with one other. Big groups at the tiny restaurant would be ridiculous anyway. Groups of 6 were made to wait in line for 90+ mins while we waltzed in after a 20 min wait. read more

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

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I'll keep this short, it's was a cold day in town & I needed to be warmed up....Ramen in broth perfect remedy! I was on my own & was seated promptly, tonkotsu ramen with extra egg was ordered. Broth excellent, eggs very good, ramen so so, pork, veg etc could've done with more, I enjoyed it but was left feeling I needed more & felt slightly short changed after spending £13.50 on a tiny bowl of Ramen....so off I went to Chinatown for a Chinese bun for dessert. 3.5 stars read more

Bone Daddies - Tonkotsu extra egg - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Environment: casual and noisy, not in a bad way but don't expect privacy. You're going to sit with other people at the same table. Expect some waiting time, around 20 mins in average. Food: great stuff. Probably the best ramen I've had so far. I even had friends from the US with previous ramen experience express the same view. It's a huge bowl filed with broth noodles and whatever other ingredient you order. read more

I heard about Bone Daddies through a tantalizing photograph I found on reddit. When I first saw the pic I thought - ugh another delicious ramen picture from a traveller in Japan and was delighted that it was actually a spot in London. I got in around 6:30 and waited 5 minutes before we were seated. The service is quick and the food came out very quickly. My choice to order was easy as there is 1 vegetarian ramen on the menu. The ramen noodles were chewy but the thin kind that tend to get soggy quickly so slurp quickly! The vegetarian mushroom broth was pretty average. The flavour was one-dimensional and it was just a strong umami taste. No spice or creaminess that I've had in other vegetarian ramens. The toppings are perfectly cooked and the eggs yolks were golden and runny which was perfect. The overall experience was great and I understand why there was a long line-up of people waiting in the rain on a Monday night to get in. Didn't hit the spot on my ramen craving but I would recommend to non-vegetarians! read more

Bone Daddies - Vegetarian mushroom ramen - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Woah this was good. My friend ordered the kimchee ramen and I had already bought a veggie pot pie so I didn't order anything. This place was packed and I could see why. The ramen was the bomb! Not salty, not oily, not bland, not cheap on ingredients. All was great about this dish and it was not expensive either. The waiter was friendly and the customers had so much energy. You won't feel lonely here if you are a solo traveler. read more

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

Maybe I've been spoiled by other ramen shops. Maybe I'm becoming a ramen snob. But whatever the case may be, the ramen at Bone Daddies was a major disappointment. We ordered the tonkotsu ramen and tantanmen ramen, and they both came out in decent-sized bowls (I wouldn't call them large, though), but the ramen inside was just... not ramen. The noodles were some kind of flour noodles that you don't see in typical ramen, which made the entire texture of the dish very strange. On top of that, because they were flour noodles, they tended to clump together if you didn't separate them right when you got your bowl. On the bright side, the soft-boiled egg was made perfectly, but sadly, that's the only highlight that I can say. The atmosphere of Bone Daddies is unique enough, but it's not a place I would frequent again or recommend to anyone for ramen. read more

Come here and let Bone Daddies walk you face first into a wall of unctuous porky tonkotsu! Pork bone soup might scare off some, but that just means MORE SOOOP for you, Gentle Yelper (I swear I can spell, but those O's get across something I can't articulate in words). I've never seen such a broth. Milky white and as rich as it looks, I found myself basically scraping the bowl to get the final garlicky dribbles at the bottom before making an unhappy face that it was done. The nitamago (ramen egg) is perfectly done, with a bright orange yolk that just oozes into the broth. The squiggle of dark soy sauce is indeed unnecessary for taste, but the colors, o the colors. The pork actually was the least interesting part, but I suggest paleo/atkins folks will be happier with the slices? The bamboo shoots are great for breaks between indulging in the creamy noodles, and be sure to throw in just a little chili oil to kick things up a notch. There's also a garlic press with whole pickled cloves, but even I as a garlic fiend didn't think this was necessary. The ramen noodles were interesting and not quite what I've had before in other places, but they do a good job of soaking up just enough broth without wilting away. A bowl of tonkotsu will run you £11 + £1 something for service, but as a once-in-a-while treat, definitely worth it. Big fan of the decor at Bone Daddies, with walls plastered with photos of the too-cool-for-gakkou rockabillies in Yoyogi Park. I'll definitely come back to try out the tantanmen or the tsukemen. read more