The ramen shop is a bit tight but does have lots of seating. The service is good. The ramen. This a tonkotsu shop so the noodles are thin. The soup was really decent. I got the Cha-Mori. It was not worth it. The slices of meat were too thin. The regular tonkotsu x would have been good enough. The hanjuku egg was not worth the extra as well. Instead of paying extra for the meat and egg, order a bowl of rice. There is plenty of small chunks of chashu and would go well to eat together after the noodles are gone. read more

Kanada-Ya - Cha-Mori - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

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4-ish stars rounded up. Pretty solid ramen shop! I ordered the gekikara and it was pleasingly spicy; not chugging-water-spicy but still in-your-face-spicy. :p Very flavorful broth but as a nitpick it was a tad overly salty. Decent chashu pork belly; tasty but not the most succulent. Well-seasoned tan-tan minced pork but on the dry side. I requested kata (firm) noodles but the noodles were pretty soft.....still enjoyable to eat though. As for my drink I had the homemade jasmine tea lemonade. Kinda over-brewed-bitter lol. Very polite and attentive service (pretty much boosted my rating)! Overall I'd say this spot is a recommend from me if you already happen to be in the area. read more

Kanada-Ya - Gekikara - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

It was a choice between ramen or kBBQ and we opted for ramen. It's a very small place and we seemed to beat the rush because as soon as we got seated a line started to form. We got seated with a view of the street. Very cute decor and friendly staff. 2/5 tonkatsu X - lacking flavor.. I didn't like this 3/5 Chicken karaage - very tender chicken 3/5 Soba noodles - bland and lacking flavor 4/5 Chasu don - best flavoured dish we ordered Was really disappointed in the ramen. I didn't think it tasted good at all. Chasu don was good and I would order again. Maybe also order a different ramen to try. read more

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Easily some of the best and flavorful ramen I've ever had (and I've been to Japan). I got the original tonkatsu and I wish I upgraded to the larger bowl. The perfectly firm noodles, the silky marinated egg, and the broth was the most satisfying and comforting thing that has ever graced my throat. I wanted to kiss the chef read more

Kanada-Ya - Original Ramen - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

I had the cha mori ramen and matcha fondant. Both were amazing!! - cha mori ramen: I loved the thin noodles. They were nice and springy. The broth was flavorful and not too salty or oily. The minced pork was okay so next time I'll prob just get the tonkatsu. - molten matcha: the bite melts in your mouth, was pure heaven read more

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We needed a casual place to have our final dinner that did not require a reservation. We arrived around 7:00 pm on a Sunday night and only had to wait about 5 minutes. The place is pretty small with only a few tables and booth areas. It fills up quick and you eat next to strangers. The ramen and broth were really good. The gyoza not so much. I had my ramen which was a collaboration with a brewery and served with a specific beer. Unfortunately, this was not my first choice as they weee out of specific ramen or paste but it was quite good. They had us pay on our phone which was nice. A quick bite to eat but I highly recommend. read more

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Was craving onigiri and found this spot! I had the salmon and tuna mayonnaise ones. The salmon was a little bit bland. There isn't a ton of seasoning on the rice, so go into it expecting non-seasoned rice, seaweed, and salmon. The tuna, on the other hand, was AMAZING. Would probably just get two of those next time I haven't tried the ramen, but it looked really good. read more

If you're looking for great ramen in Covent Garden, this is the spot. The original tonkotsu ramen was delicious. The pork broth is rich and flavorful, and chashu is tender. You can select your desired firmness, but I went with the recommended firm option. I paired my ramen with a whiskey highball that was both light and refreshing, but slightly boozy. The servers were very friendly and helpful in explaining the menu. This is a tiny restaurant with limited seating, so you may be shoulder-to-shoulder with your fellow diners. read more

We were just looking for a good ramen place and found this place. It's a very cute restaurant, small but decorated well. It reminds me of a small ramen place in Japan. The service was great, staff were very friendly. I loved it because you get to custom make your ramen from the type of cook of the noodle to everything in it. Our ramen was absolutely delicious and worth it. I'd come back if we ever go back to London. read more

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Service was not great, water had a hair in it, then once food arrived no further service. They clearly wanted us to get in and get out. The food itself was rather greasy and not worth eating again. They even charge you just to add an egg, something that should be a given. read more

I visited this ramen place after seeing a high reviews but left disappointed. The place is very small, cafeteria seating , and you get on the waitlist when you arrive. It turns around fast so not much a wait. I had the tonkotsu x, they use the thin noodle which is ok but the broth is very blend. There's not much topping just couple very thin sliced pork belly not the Japanese style Chashu, and some black fungus and scallion, you can pick one of the three toppings ( sesame seeds, pickles or seaweed) for free. But overall the flavor was lacking and little topping really not worth the money. After having visited Japan this is such a let down. read more

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got the truffle ramen it was super boring and no meat which was disappointing i thought it had pork in it. maybe their other stuff is good. i liked the egg read more

Kanada-Ya - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

I am definitely a Ramen fiend, but Kanada-Ya fell short of what I consider to be delicious Ramen joint. I had asked a few locals for a good spot in downtown London and they had recommended this establishment, which was a short jaunt from my hotel. It is quite small and likely will have a wait time, which is fine and to be honest what I expect at most Ramen restaurants. I was lucky enough to find it relatively quiet the night I visited, so I was able to be seated right away. Menu is straight forward as it's solely focused on Ramen. I opted for the Spicy Pork Ramen, which looked delicious based on the ingredients. Sadly it did not deliver as it was a tad bland for my tastebuds. I am not saying it was bad, but not as bold as I am used to in the states. Outside of the flavor profile, the quantity was plentiful and the price point on par to what I'd expect in a big city, so no complaints there. While not a top spot, if you need a fixing, it may likely suffice. read more

Loved it. A small place with the ability to order via QR Code or waitstaff. I love Ramen and don't eat pork - yeah I know - so am always on a quest for good ramen that meets my dietary restrictions. I got the tofu ramen here and it was one of the best ramen I've ever had. I can imagine their traditional broth would be amazing. read more

Popped in for a quick bite. Had a to wait maybe 15 minutes to get a seat, they don't do tables, only bench tables so when a seat opens you take it. Reviews were very promising but I didn't find the food really good. It was just "meh" ramen. Servers were very pleasant and were quick to clear spaces, so for someone with a tight schedule this place can work well for them. But for any ramen heads out there, you may leave disappointed. read more

Kanada-Ya - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

Overall rating: 4/5 Wait: 4/5 Arrival time: Monday 5pm Food: 4.5/5 Order: tonkatsu x Service: 4/5 Price: 4/5 Worth it, would come back read more

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Service is fast. Food is really good. Great option for a cold day. I ordered the hot paste for the side, but I dont think it was worth it. Yet, the Ramen was delicious. read more

Kanada-Ya - Tonkotsu Original Ramen - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

The ramen was awesome with plenty of pork shashu. The egg was very good too. But the waiters were too few. Gyoza was amazing. I loved it. read more

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This is the best ramen I've found in London! I've been here a few times now: the line can get quite long, but during weekdays and off-peak hours, I've never had to wait for more than ~20 minutes. The interior of the restaurant is small, so don't be surprised if you end up sharing a table with other diners. The service is fast enough that you can be in and out of there in thirty minutes or less, depending on how quickly you eat. As for the food: I'd recommend the Tonkotsu X if it's your first time, just because it's a classic, but you can't go wrong! I've been ordering the truffle the last few times I've been just because (1) I'm a sucker for anything with truffle and (2) they do it very well -- fragrant and decisively truffle-y without being overpowering. The broth is delicious too. read more

Kanada-Ya - truffle ramen - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

Ramen was okay. Friendly staff and fast service. Expect tight space with small tables. After all it's in London. read more

Kanada-Ya - Tonkatsu Ramen with extra noodles - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

Took a last minute solo trip to London (summer 2019) and did no planning! Did a quick search on Yelp and came across Kannada-Ya; the reviews seemed promising so I decided to pay them a visit. This establishment is relatively small but service was really efficient - wait time wasn't bad at all when I arrived. The perfect atmosphere for solo guests. I'm always nervous eating alone but trust me this place was built to accommodate it. LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT THE SERVICE. Normally, average service is all I'd ever expect. However, the staff here went above and beyond to make sure I had everything I needed. When someone noticed I was trying to Shazam a song that was playing (the music they play is pretty great), he went to the back to get the track for me. That was so nice! I wanted to tip them more but they told me standard tip is already included (which wasn't a lot imo). What I ordered: Tonkotsu X (£10.90 during my visit): Honestly one of the best ramens I've ever had. The broth was flavorful and smooth. The condiments complimented the whole experience. I picked this ramen bc its "exclusive to London" and I honestly didn't know when I'd come back. Definitely recommend. Overall, very happy with my whole experience. I will definitely pay them another visit when I get the chance to return to London. read more

Kanada-Ya - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

Superb ramen. The broth is somehow light but also full of flavour. I got the spicy one and it was actually rather hot, not overly so but a good spice. There was a ton of filling in the ramen as well, plenty of different vegetables and a decent amount of noodles. Service was surprisingly quick given it was a bit busy - it's a small spot but worth the wait if there's a line. Definitely returning read more

The crowd was out the door upon my arrival. So I was expecting some really good ramen. People in line seemed to be pleasant as we shared menus while waiting. I ordered the tonkotsu with black garlic and spicy miso. The miso added a needed kick. It could be that I'm use to some really thick and rich tonkotsu broth, but I think this one was playing it a bit safe. It was good, but not great. The garlic wasn't strong enough and the rich broth was needing some more porky goodness. Don't get me wrong, being in a pinch, and being far from home, I would eat here again, as it is comfort food and it was overall an excellent meal. I really enjoyed their chicken karage as it was nice and moist with good flavor. Plus being hungry and being able to choose how you want your noodles, really made for a custom order. So I would recommend trying it, if your feeling like some ramen. Note that this isn't a very large place, so seating is very limited. Enjoy read more

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I have a satisfying dinner with my family when the weather is too cold and you need bowl of good ramen. We waited around 15 min sitting by the bench with top heater. Appreciated the small gesture to keep hungry tummy and waiting process bearable. I ordered Gekikara with spicy minced pork on side ( so the soup wont be too spicy). I ordered a set of Hanjuku egg. Hanjuku eggs was marinated differently, makes the yolks a bit sweeter than savory. Good job! The venue is super tight and spots insensitive customers stayed too long. The staffs need to be a bit bolder to notify that kind of customer, problem to turn over the tables. I can imagine they might lose customers. I definetely will come again! You should try!!! read more

Kanada-Ya - Regular Tonkotsu x with Extra Hanjuku Egg - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

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This cute little ramen shop is a gem. It is located right across the street from Ippudo (another famous chain ramen shop). I have to say they upped the game of ramen and is in contention for beating Ippudo. There's a short line when we got there, but we were able to sat down at their outdoor table within 10 minutes. Ramen and gyoza both meet my expectations. I would definitely recommend this to people who want to grab a quick but tasty meal in the area. read more

Dubbed one of London's top ramen shops, I can only think of one word to describe Kanada-Ya: underwhelming. Perhaps it is London's pre-eminent ramen shop with lines flying out the door. Across, you'll find Ippudo, a world-renowned ramen chain that has hours-long waits in its NYC shops, sitting slightly emptier. Has Kanada-Ya taken the throne away from them in London? Maybe. I waited about 15 minutes on a Tuesday night. It is a very small, quaint corner restaurant that can fit less than 40 people. As I was approaching the from across the street, I could already smell the heavy truffle aroma from their popular Truffle Ramen from the swinging door. The patrons leaving, too, smelled like truffles as they dashed past me. Being a truffle fanatic, I was so pumped for the Truffle Ramen. I'm no ramen expert but this was far from the best ramen I've ever had. You might like this if you like light broths, but it's not creamy at all. The truffle oil felt more like it was there for the smell, and maybe some flavor. The pork was a bit on the dry side and took me awhile to get through. For the most expensive ramen on the menu (£14), I wish they'd included a Hanjuku egg or something because it felt...plain. Kanada-Ya is definitely overhyped. I can't speak for Ippudo in London, but I try to avoid it altogether like a plague since it's overhyped in NYC. London doesn't seem to have a very competitive ramen scene and that's sorta sad, given how many trendy Japanese restaurants there are in the area, I might as well have just gone to Japan Centre. read more

Kanada-Ya - Truffle Ramen - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

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Simply delicious but a bit expensive. The restaurant is a bit small so make sure to come early if you plan on having lunch with a few friends. Now onto the food! Cha Su Don - 2.5/5 - lacked flavor and was pretty basic. Nothing special, would pass and try the gyro a next time. Truffle ramen - 4/5 - I've never had truffle ramen before but it was good! My only feedback is that the broth is a bit light (maybe to accentuate the truffle flavor) and the noodles were a bit too thin for my liking. Overall a decent ramen place to check out if you are craving noodles! read more

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Great Ramen - I had the spicy pork one. Was a pleasant amount of spice, not intense. And they have a tasty selection of imported yuzu drinks and beer - both that I had were really good. read more

From the reviews, best ramen in London. Not surprised as it was quite good. First off, it is a small place and they don't take reservations. Be prepared to wait in line (no wait list to sign up). There's a bench outside and they provide small cups of tea sometimes while you wait. The turnover is quite fast so don't be too intimated by the amount of people. The food comes out ridiculously fast. I got the only in London ramen and my husband got the truffle. The ramen is pretty bare bones in terms of toppings. If you want anything like an egg or garlic oil it's extra. You can pick your noodle toughness which is nice. Portion is just right so you can order something else. The broth is really thick and flavorful. I personally enjoyed the charsu and I normally don't. Karaage was pretty good. 4 pounds for three decent sized pieces. Nice crispy outside and good sauce. Not the best I've had but it was pretty good. If I was a local I would come back but not often given how expensive it is. read more

Kanada-Ya - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

While walking to visit the British Museum, we knew we had to eat an early dinner because the kids were getting tired. We looked around online and saw Kanada-Ya close by. Because the weather was a little chilly, we figured a nice bowl of ramen would hit the spot. While walking, we also saw Ippudo across the street. We love Ippudo, but we can get that back in the Bay Area. Would that come back to haunt us? Read on. Because we came early, we were able to snag the last table. Good thing, too, because the waitlist grew really big just a few minutes after. The inside is pretty small with only a handful of tables. After looking over the menu, most of the table went with the safe Tonkotsu, while I went with the Spicy Yuzu. We also got an order of gyoza and a chashu bowl to round out the meal. Everything came out quickly, except for the gyoza, which we had to ask for again. I'll start off with my Spicy Yuzu. You could really taste the Yuzu, which for some ramen purists, might be a little off-putting. For me, I like a little bit of contrasting flavors when it comes to my meals. However, for some reason, it just didn't blend together, in my opinion. The Tonkotsu didn't seem much better as the broth wasn't as flavorful as other places I've had. The broth is the star of the show, so this was a letdown. The chashu was not tender either. The noodles were cooked to hard, which was what we asked for. But, without a good broth, what does it matter? The service here was above average. Excellent greeting and friendliness. And, they checked in with us a few times. When we left, they acknowledged us, as well. But, I did have to flag them down for our gyoza and more water. Judging by all the rave reviews, we might be in the minority here. All I know is I've had better ramen elsewhere with the likes of Ippudo, Santouka, and Ramen Nagi. read more

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Food was okay. Place is too small and very close to each other. Service was good. Nothing much to say since food was just okay maybe its just me dont take it personally when you read the review because the ramen is not my liking. You can give it a try and see whether its worth your money or not because ramen might be bias. Try it! read more

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Really wanted to give a good review as the staff was super nice but the food was just plain bad. The ramen was cold, the egg was cold and the gyoza was burnt. Not sure if it is because it was a bad night but would not go again and would tell people to avoid this location at the very least. So sorry - for me and the owners - they can do so much better. read more

I was actually on my way to have ramen at Ippudo when I saw a line forming outside the ramen restaurant across the street. Lines aren't usually wrong! I joined the back of the line for opening time at Kanada-Ya and made first seating. The ramen came out super fast and the broth was packed with flavor. The egg was golden yellow and nicely cooked, still soft boiled. I only wish they had provided a whole egg versus half. Chose regular noodle firmness and they were cooked accurately to my liking. I recommend stopping by this Covent Garden location if you're craving a good bowl of noodles. read more

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Honestly, I was quite blown away with this ramen. Having had the pleasure to live in LA and NY, I am pretty spoiled with my ramen so I was happily surprised to have a bowl of deliciousness in front of me! I ordered the Spicy Yuzu and was impressed that the broth actually had a good kick to it. In addition, I ordered my noodles "hard" and can report that they indeed were perfectly al dente. I also very much appreciated that there was the option to choose how well done you wanted your noodles. Although the portion looks small, it was more than enough to fill my hungry belly. In addition, there was ginger and some sort of pickled vegetable at the table which is a nice touch. We got to the restaurant 30 min after opening and were seated right away, but noticed that we had just missed the large crowd. It is a pretty small restaurant, so be ready to wait if you get unlucky! In addition, it is a shared table restaurant so get comfy! Definitely recommend if you're craving a nice bowl of ramen! read more

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Big Question: Is it Kanada-Ya or Kanada YASSSSSSSSSSSS??? YASSS to their Tonkotsu X Ramen. It's classic and the broth is super flavorful. YASSS to their Truffle Ramen. The truffle flavor is very potent, but the broth itself is very light and balanced. It might be very empowering to some people. YASSS to the Karaage. It's only 5 pieces but it's very juicy. You definitely could share this with another person, but it is a small portion. Besides these highlights, there are some flaws to this ramen place. Since it is very small, there is very limited seating, so if you have a group of 4, you might have to wait a little longer. Also, there is usually a queue especially during dinner time so be prepared to wait 45 min. to an hour. In the past few times I have been, the staff was really weird about seating and service. My table of four was told we can sit already, but then the server realized the table wasn't ready and told us a few times to move to different areas in the restaurant. It was very weird. Additionally, there is an automatic service charge. The service was very limited and when we asked about it, they said it's already included. I would suggest that they state this more explicitly in their menus. Overall, this is a reliable ramen place and I still go here, but there are some flaws that give a bitter taste to my experience at times. read more

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Food was amazing I had the and the service was good. But the ambiance was good I wish they had more seating though.

We got to try this place yesterday. Line was pretty long because they had "slow service" posted on their door, but the line moved so fast. I wasn't hungry so I ordered the chicken karaage and husband got the spicy yuzu. Ramen came in less than a minute. I tried his a bit and it was good, husband craved for it the next day. The karaage is also good and light. It was so fresh and the yuzu mayo is a good unique combo. read more

Kanada-Ya - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

I got here wicked early and even 7 years later this place is still pretty yummy. You have to wait in line outside so get here before it opens so you are the first round of diners. Inside isn't too big and if you don't want to wait you can also just go across the street. I'd come again but not if the line is too long .... it's good but comparable to ippudo. read more

This place is wonderful for solo diners! I am really glad that I sought this place out on my travels. VERY small, don't bring a group. The broth was so smooth and spicy, noodles cooked to perfection. Kanada-Ya is a great choice for a quick dinner! read more

Kanada-Ya - Gekikara - Ramen Near Me - London, XGL

I really enjoyed my time here and the ramen... and fried chicken... were REALLY... REALLY... GOOD!!! The food was very authentic, my best friend, Rin, who IS Japanese often serves me homemade Japanese food and the food tasted similar to hers. 5 Stars Amen. Sincerely Jilian A. P.S. I found it very nice how they told me thieves were operating in this area, please be careful. read more