Tonkotsu Soho

So there can be a queue to get in. We wait for for about 30 mins or so to get in which wasn't too bad. Once we got it, our table got set in bits and bobs. We didn't even get the menus for a good while. However after that the service was good. Luckily the food here is really nice with the prawn starter being a moreish dish and the pork ramen was really flavourful and rich. The pork itself was tender and delicious with a little bit of crackling still on which added a nice crunch. I would consider coming back to have more ramen.

The karaage was very nice! Didn't have a typical 'karaage' coating, but flavourful and juicy. Tonkotsu was very meh creamy but almost 'superficial' in taste? The waitress who served us upstairs (short blonde hair) was super helpful and lovely! Also thoroughly enjoyed their chilo oil, it's perfect for those who aren't spice-tolerant haha

We had the Gyoza and Chicken Kara-Age. The Gyoza was lovely but not exceptional. The Chicken Kara-Age however was amazing. The hint of ginger elevated it. As for the signature Tonkotsu, it was disappointing. Whilst it was creamery and tasty. It was a little too salty but lacked the umami flavour which makes a Tonkotsu a Tonkotsu. A good Tonkotsu should taste sinful! This just didn't have it. Whilst it is not a bad bowl of Tonkotsu, it could really be better.

Oksana was very educated on the story behind the “if you don’t make your own noodles, you’re just a soup shop” quote and how it’s in the restaurants all over. She was very welcoming, funny and made sure to look after us! Very fast at getting me and my cousin the Kakugiri Ramen! She provided a service that makes me want to return just cause she had great conversation. Give her a raise! 🙌

Visited Tonkotsu in Dean Street, Soho for a Raman dinner. Friendly staff and a nice setting with seating options both inside and outside. Started with the Pork Gyoza (£6.45) and the Prawn Gyoza (£6.75), you get 5 pieces of each on a serving, and both were good. I then had the Tonkotsu Raman with Pork Belly (£13.50) which was delicious with a rich creamy pork broth. I added some of the scotch bonnet chilli mash to spice things up a bit and it was hot, but perfect for my taste buds. All in all a nice Raman experience in Soho. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% is automatically added to the bill, so take care not to tip twice!

I had been to various Tonkotsu around in London. This one. Is my 1st time, me & my husband went today - 18/7/2023 - Tuesday. I am very pleased and satisfied with the friendly, warm welcoming service. The happy, smiling chef and their attentiveness. I will definitely 💯% come back to this branch. Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️