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Nestled in the vibrant heart of London at 35 Great Queen Street, Shoryu offers an authentic Japanese ramen experience that transports diners straight to the bustling streets of Tokyo. This cozy yet modern restaurant is renowned for its rich, flavorful broths and perfectly crafted noodles, making it a must-visit for ramen lovers and culinary explorers alike. Whether you're craving a comforting bowl on a rainy day or seeking a quick, satisfying lunch, Shoryu's inviting atmosphere and exceptional dishes promise a memorable dining adventure.

Signature highlights at Shoryu include their rich Tonkotsu Pork Bone Broth Ramen, which is celebrated for its depth of flavor and silky texture. The seasonal ramen options, such as the kimchi seafood tonkotsu and piri piri tonkotsu, showcase innovative twists on traditional recipes, blending bold spices and fresh ingredients that excite the palate. The restaurant also prides itself on its meticulous noodle-making process, with noodles crafted in-house to achieve the perfect al dente bite, ensuring each bowl is a harmonious balance of texture and taste.

Shoryu's menu is a celebration of authentic Japanese ramen, featuring a variety of rich broths, tender meats, and fresh toppings. Standout dishes include the classic Tonkotsu Pork Bone Broth Ramen, renowned for its creamy, flavorful soup and perfectly cooked noodles. For those seeking a spicy kick, the kimchi seafood tonkotsu offers a delightful combination of sour, spicy, and umami flavors, topped with plump prawns and fresh scallops. The Piri piri tonkotsu provides a richer, smoky flavor with tender pork belly, complemented by a thick, savory broth that clings to every strand of noodle.

Located at 35 Great Queen Street in Londonderry, Shoryu is conveniently situated near key attractions and transport links, making it easy for visitors to combine their culinary journey with exploring London's vibrant cultural scene. After indulging in a hearty bowl of ramen, guests can stroll to nearby landmarks such as Covent Garden, the Royal Opera House, or enjoy a leisurely walk along the Thames. The restaurant's central location ensures a seamless blend of authentic Japanese cuisine and London's dynamic urban environment.

Shoryu is best known for its authentic Tonkotsu pork broth ramen, crafted with in-house noodles and a variety of flavorful toppings that deliver a true taste of Japan.

Visitors should come to experience authentic Japanese ramen in a cozy, modern setting, with a menu that features innovative twists on traditional recipes, all made with high-quality ingredients and in-house noodles.

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Slurp away the blues at this fast table side delivery Ramen joint. It was a tasty,  heart warmer meal/broth on a dreary rainy day. You will not be disappointed if it is ramen you crave. I did get the side of cucumbers. Much fancier take then i am use too but still just as good.

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Service and speed weee great!  Nice attitude from the staff.  The food seemed fresh and tasty.  Definitely recommend adding some spices to give it a kick.

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The food was excellent, but the service left much to be desired. The server who attended to us never smiled, and the service was extremely slow. At the end of our meal, we requested that the service charge be removed from our bill. Since I had already paid in cash, she had to issue another bill without the service charge. While explaining the revised bill, she pointed at items using her middle finger.

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First time in London and I was feeling a bit homesick (NYC resident here!) so I went with my friends for some ramen. 

This place is so cute!! Don't let the width fool you, there are extra seats in the back with good room. I got the seasonal ramen which was yummy. The people are nice the dishes are good. Felt just like home

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2nd time in Shoryu.  I had the Tonkotsu Pork Bone Broth Ramen at their Soho location so I wanted to try a different bowl.

I was not sure whether Karaage Chicken would work in a Ramen Noodle Soup Bowl.  Wow! The bowl was fantastic.  The red Curry added to the Tonkotsu Pork Broth had great flavor.  The Karaage Chicken remained crispy.  

I'm glad I came back and tried something new at Shoryu

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The restaurant itself is pretty small, but we went close to closing time and there were only 2 other people in there when we were, so that wasn't that big of an issue for us. 

We started with 2 orders of sake. We asked the waiter to pick one of the more common ones and then we chose one that had gold flakes in it (HAD TO). This gave us something to keep us preoccupied while we waited for our ramen to come out. 

The ramen bowls were well presented with wooden spoons and nicely portioned toppings. It looks pretty and tastes even better... what more could you ask for? I wish we had ramen like this at home, as both of our choices were far from anything I have had before. The broth alone had an amazing flavor, but when combined with the soup additions, it was over the top.

The service was a little slow and they never came back to check on us, we had to wave them down multiple times for things. They weren't even busy, so that's the only negative thing about our visit.

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I've never stepped into Shoryu, but I've delighted in their ramen not once, but twice. Tip of the tiny hat to my London BFF, Deliveroo. 

On a hungover UK Mother's Day, my partner and I decided to order in a ramen feast for us and our wee one. Tonkotsu has always been my go-to ramen, and it didn't disappoint. It was such a delicious pork party, a few days later my daughter and I shared another one for supper.

Lastly, I'm incredibly impressed by how they package take-away ramen. Order it! The cute little bowl of noodles balancing within the other large broth bowl is genius. Genius.

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Shoryu Ramen Covent Garden is a few minutes walk from Holborn underground station.  I went down for their soft opening.

The restaurant is pretty small.   As soon as you walk in there is a sizeable service station to the right and a small standing table to the left.  A step down and there are a few tables for two next to the Japanese Bum Wall (see pic) and a couple of bigger tables to the right. Take another step and you're in the back room where the bulk of the tables are.  Downstairs are 2 small toilets.

We were sat on the first table squashed next to the bum wall and unfortunately experienced constant traffic from staff and customers walking up and down.  The staff also constantly shout out in Japanese very loudly whenever people enter and leave the restaurant.  It was all very annoying, you're constantly leaning away from people passing by and it's too loud for conversation.

We ordered their classic Origin Tonkotsu ramen noodles with BBC pork belly, mushrooms and spring onions with a couple of sides.  Unfortunately it didn't taste good at all, very bland and we both got sick from eating it.  We noticed one of the waiters wasn't being unhygienic when dealing with the food too.  

The only highlight was that the staff were very friendly and the service was prompt.

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Trying to not be bias as I am a massive fan of Shoryu. But once again this new addition to the Shoryu chain did not let me down. I can't say for all chains but Shoryu seems to be a few I know that remains consistently good, the same level of quality in food and service. 

I do love the warm modern decor in this branch, against the rustic exposed brick wall. It's a bit brighter than most of their branch. There is even a standing bar available for those who want a quick meal option like how it is in Japan. Staff seem really energetic and friendly.  A great vibe!

Kimchi seafood tonkotsu 

For me the spice level was perfect. Not too spicy but enough in there to build up the heat level as you eat it. The pork broth had depth and complexity with strong flavours of kimchi which is what gives it it's unique sour zing compared to the other spicy ramen available. The three prawns it came with could not get any fresher. They were plump and springy. The queen scallops were okay, a little dense as the heat of the broth probably overcooked it a little but still held onto its delicate sweetness. Squid was also quite average, not much taste in this one but tender enough to enjoy. But the highlight of this ramen was how light it was without the heaviness of the rich char siu pork. Noodles were perfectly cooked, al dente and bouncy and of course the kimchi and beansprouts in there gave it that lovely crunch for an alternate texture. Soft runny egg to complete it.

Piri piri tonkotsu 

The heat was quite similar to the kimchi tonkotsu but this one was much richer with the lovely tenderise pork belly in there giving it that lovely fattiness and sweet umami flavour. The broth was superb, complex in its savoury flavour and seasoned perfectly. The viscosity was perfect too, thick enough to cling onto the ramen as you slurp. And that beautiful runny yolky egg that just gives it that rich thick creaminess against the ramen.

Hakata Rei Shabu Salad

If only all salads can taste this good. Being cold you can really appreciate the bounciness of the noodles here, giving it a nice bite to it. The sauce was lovely and thick, very strong in its sesame flavour, sweet and nutty which made it very moreish. The chilli yuzu was mild in spice and gave it that lovely complex sweet sour edge . The shabu pork was moist and tender, releasing more flavour as you chew into it. Lettuce gave it that needed crunch just to complete the array of textures.

Char siu takana don

Quite disappointed with them not using short grain Japanese rice for that authentic sticky fluffy texture. Although it was pretty cheap at £3.00 it wasn't very worth ordering as there was nothing special to it other than pre made pickled mustard greens topped on rice with three pieces of their BBQ pork which of course was the highlight of it all.

Even in soft launch I was very impressed with the quality of ramen. Still think Shoryu is the most authentic tonkotsu ramen you can find in London compared to Japan. Even the atmosphere, the level of service, greetings and option to how you would like your ramen cooked matches up. Noodles made in house and perfected after many trails over the years. The only disadvantage of this branch is that it is smaller than the other branches and not many seating option for groups over 2 and staff needs to be trained further on what each dish looks like as one of the staff were convinced that Char Siu Takana don meant the same as extra Char Siu.

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Being Japanese and having tried many different ramen places, I feel this place is not that special and quite overpriced. That being said, given that it's London, perhaps it's ok. Although in my view, there are far better ramen places nearby (such as Ippudo and Kanadaya) that are similarly priced. All in all, not a bad place for satisfying a ramen craving of you're nearby, but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here.

Shoryu Ramen in London’s Covent Garden: Authentic Japanese Noodles & Cozy Atmosphere

Begin your culinary journey with flavorful appetizers like the crispy Karaage Chicken, tender and perfectly seasoned. Or try the fresh and crunchy Shabu Shabu Salad, packed with vibrant vegetables and a sesame-rich dressing that delight the palate.

Savor the rich flavors of Shoryu's signature ramen dishes. The Kimchi Seafood Tonkotsu offers a unique sour zing with fresh prawns and scallops, while the Piri Piri Tonkotsu provides a spicy, savory broth with tender pork belly. For a lighter option, indulge in the Hakata Rei Shabu Salad with its perfect balance of heat and freshness.

Finish your meal with traditional Japanese sweets like Mochi or a refreshing matcha-flavored dessert, perfectly balancing the savory and spicy flavors of your ramen.

Complement your meal with a selection of Japanese beers, sake, or refreshing soft drinks. For an authentic experience, try the chilled sake or a craft Japanese beer to enhance the deep flavors of your ramen.

Explore seasonal and chef's specials that showcase innovative twists on traditional Japanese flavors, often featuring fresh, local ingredients for a unique dining experience.

Savor authentic Japanese flavors at Shoryu in London’s vibrant Central. Experience rich ramen, inviting ambiance, and unforgettable taste—book your table today!

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