Best noodles in London

With locations all across London, this place makes a noodle pit stop accessible from wherever you are in the city. Bone Daddies invites you to get down and dirty, providing hair bands and bibs (we said they’ve got your back, didn’t we?). Stop in for a perfect classic bowl of ramen with pork, chicken and vegetarian-based broths, and stay for a great time. And if your mates don’t fancy a bowl, get them some help and a tasty bao bun instead.

With multiple locations across London and one in Reading, Marugame Udon serves up no-nonsense dishes in an unfussy environment, making it a perfect place to enjoy some seriously good noodle dishes. Marugame offers great vegan options as well as beef, pork and chicken broths, too. So, if you’re craving some udon, look no further than Marugame – these guys will have what you’re looking for. Plus, noodle lovers can now order the delicious Tantan, a warming bowl of fresh udon in rich sesame soup. Tantan Chilli Chicken consists of udon noodles with minced chicken, spinach, onsen egg in a rich sesame soup, topped with sesame seeds, a hint of chilli oil and bonito flakes. There’s also the Tantan Japanese Mushroom, udon noodles with mixed Japanese mushrooms, spinach in a rich sesame soup, topped with sesame seeds, a hint of chilli oil and seaweed sprinkle for the veggies among us.

Located in Peckham and Brixton, Banh Banh is known for serving authentic Vietnamese dishes influenced by family recipes. The steaming bowls of pho are a standout, featuring rich broths with fresh herbs and tender meats. Additionally, the bun noodle salads offer a refreshing contrast, combining vermicelli noodles with crisp vegetables and a variety of flavourful toppings, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Hare & Tortoise specialises in Japanese and pan-Asian cuisine, with a wide variety of noodle dishes to choose from. The ramen bowls, made with rich, savoury broths and a choice of meat or vegetarian toppings, are a major attraction. Additionally, the restaurant serves yaki soba and udon dishes, offering hearty stir-fried noodles with a medley of vegetables, sauces and protein, making this a versatile spot for noodle lovers​.

Leicester Square has a hidden gem and it goes by the name of Lanzhou Lamian Noodle Bar. Open until 4:30am on weekends, this place serves its own hand-pulled noodles, offering a few veggie options on the menu as well. These noodles are made fresh every day – and right in front of you – making them unique each time. The noodle dishes at Lanzhou are filling, tasty and fun and they’ll surely keep you coming back for more.