KOI Ramen Bar (Brixton Arch)
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About KOI Ramen Bar (Brixton Arch)
KOI Ramen Bar (Brixton Arch) is a ramen restaurant on Brixton Station Road in London, serving a 44-dish menu that includes Tonkotsu Ramen and Shoyu Ramen. The compact space offers bar seating, with takeaway and delivery available for eating off site. The kitchen also prepares gyoza and dumplings alongside the ramen selection. Open daily, the restaurant operates on a walk-in basis with no reservations.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible seating
- DietaryServes vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
44 dishes · mains £2–24- Pinot Grigio Bello Tramonto£4.50
- Chardonnay Muddy Boots£18.00
- Sauvignon Blanc Mount Holdsworth£22.00
- Merlot Pecking Order£15.00
- Malbec Cepas£4.25
- Rioja Ugalde Semi Crianza£21.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tonkotsu ramen, chilli oil, gyoza and shoyu ramen.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tonkotsu ramen, chilli oil, gyoza and shoyu ramen.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the tonkotsu ramen and shoyu ramen with prawn as the standout dishes, praising their rich flavour and depth, with many adding chilli oil to enhance the taste. The gyoza and dumplings are also frequently noted as delicious and yummy. The atmosphere is repeatedly described as cozy, small, and intimate, with a Tokyo ramen spot vibe, though a few mention it can feel cramped. Several highlight the comforting, satisfying nature of the food, especially on cold days. One reviewer reports a disappointing experience with bland, poorly cooked ramen and an off-tasting broth, while another finds the classic ramen lacking depth and umami. A few suggest the space suits small groups best.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the tonkotsu ramen and shoyu ramen with prawn as the standout dishes, praising their rich flavour and depth, with many adding chilli oil to enhance the taste. The gyoza and dumplings are also frequently noted as delicious and yummy. The atmosphere is repeatedly described as cozy, small, and intimate, with a Tokyo ramen spot vibe, though a few mention it can feel cramped. Several highlight the comforting, satisfying nature of the food, especially on cold days. One reviewer reports a disappointing experience with bland, poorly cooked ramen and an off-tasting broth, while another finds the classic ramen lacking depth and umami. A few suggest the space suits small groups best.
Featured reviews
- Martina Pedemonte
“The place is very nice and cozy, we ordered the shoyu ramen with prawn and tonkotsu ramen, it had loads of flavour, dont forget to add chilli oil, the service was very good. Definitely will come back and highly reccomend”
- Louise Blampied
“Really really nice ramen. Had the tonkotsu with extra side of the chilli oil. Very tasty. Dumplings also yummy. Also really chil vibes and music 🎵🎵🎵 …”
- Reece
“Very wholesome experience! Felt like we stepped into a Tokyo ramen spot! Staff are lovely and food was great, highly recommend 😊 thank you so much!”
- Clive W
“A little cramped, but on cold, rain sodden days in Brixton this is a little bit of heaven for Ramen noodles and Gyoza. Good food, a litlr on the salty side for me, but good all the same for comfort food to see out the day.”
- Bernhard S.
“Small but cozy Ramen bar right next to Brixton station the food was tasty and perfect for chilly winter days. The Ramen was large and the dumplings tasted delicious. Price is good as well.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
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- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Has free water refills
- Serves happy-hour food
- Serves spirits
- Offerings· 7
- Serves alcohol
- Serves healthy options
- Serves late-night food
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Dining options· 5
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has counter service
- Serves dessert
- Has table service
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Crowd· 1
- Popular with tourists
Location
How KOI Ramen Bar (Brixton Arch) compares to nearby restaurants
- KOI Ramen Bar (Brixton Arch) · This shop4.6352 reviews
Mentioned in reviews: tonkotsu ramen, chilli oil, gyoza
- Cornus4.7127 reviews2.6 mi
Mentioned in reviews: dessert menu, sea bass tartare, gougère
- 7,805 reviews3.2 mi
Mentioned in reviews: afternoon tea, scones, kedgeree
- Toklas4.71,176 reviews3.4 mi
Mentioned in reviews: john dory, ricotta almond olive oil cake, dover sole
KOI Ramen Bar (Brixton Arch) This shop | Cornus | The Wolseley Piccadilly | Toklas | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6(352) | 4.7(127) | 4.4(7,805) | 4.7(1,176) | |
| Price | £10–20 | £60–70 | £££ | £40–100 |
| Distance | — | 2.6 mi | 3.2 mi | 3.4 mi |
| Open today | ||||
| Vegan options | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| Vegetarian options | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| Good for kids | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Reservations | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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