A hidden, nostalgia-filled slice of Showa-era Japan in Elephant and Castle that serves as a quiet, comforting sanctuary for rich, velvety broths.
Ordering Strategy
The space is intimate with limited seating, so it works best for solo diners at the counter or couples who book ahead; vegan options are surprisingly strong here.
What to order
Creamy Miso Ramen
Reviewers describe the broth as rich, thick, and velvety, noting that the addition of tofu skin elevates the deep umami flavor.
Chicken Karaage
A staple crispy side that rounds out a comfort meal; the cauliflower version is also noted as an enticing alternative.
Vegan Kuromayu Black Ramen
An intriguing vegan option featuring a rich, creamy broth that miraculously avoids animal products while maintaining intense flavor.
Plum Wine
A standout drink selection described as a refined and subtly sweet alternative to the restaurant's extensive sake range.
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Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Dine Awards London (90%)
Editorial Weight 63 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 10 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 4 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 15 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 0 pts
Manual boosts + hidden gem
Review signals
0 Elite · 0 Editorial · 2 total signals
Public signal
4.8★ (711 reviews)
Good to know
It's a small venue so reservations are recommended for dinner; note that chilli oil is a paid extra (£1.50).
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