Restaurants

Ramen Kulture

52 St Giles', Oxford, OX1 3LU, GB

Rating: 4.6 ★ (784 ratings)

Details

The rich, 12-hour tonkotsu broth at Ramen Kulture offers a deeply comforting and indulgent experience, with tender, slow-braised chashu pork belly a popular highlight. This bustling, intimate eatery on St Giles' fills with the sounds of J-Pop and the inviting aroma of its signature ramen, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of Tokyo's vibrant alleyway restaurants. While queues are common due to its popularity and no-booking policy, the wait is generally short. Alongside various ramen, including a fresh miso tofu option, the menu features tempting small plates like savoury edamame beans, crispy chicken karaage, and takoyaki octopus balls.

Nestled a stone's throw from the lively Little Clarendon Street, Ramen Kulture provides a perfect, cosy pitstop for visitors exploring Oxford. Its location on St Giles' places it conveniently near significant city landmarks such as the Ashmolean Museum, Martyrs' Memorial, and several University colleges, making it an easy find. The restaurant’s friendly staff and quick service contribute to its welcoming feel, whether you're seeking a quick, satisfying lunch of Japanese comfort food or a more extensive selection of noodles, rice dishes, beer, and sake.

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Location

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:30 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:30 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM

Contact

+44 1865 558558

Comments

helma devina
23 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
Love the ramen here. The portion is generous and the duck is so tasty. The staff is also so kind and he gave us free appetizers since we come from same country 🫶
I B
22 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
Amazing ramen !! So worth the price 💛 there is always a queue because the venue he is small but the food comes out so so quickly after you order.
Łukasz Cz.
22 Feb 2026
4.0 ★
Food was good B- ?, but Katsu chicken(small plate) was tiny. I mean chicken breast was small. I would say half the size you can buy in super market. As for the Tan Tan Beef ramem, broth was nice on the creamy side and slightly spicy. Good for people with little tolerance to spice. I don't understand sweet corn? Why? We don't digest it anyway. Narutomaki would be better choice. Both dishies tasted good and i can recommend trying both of them. I have eaten better ramen in my life. Biggest con of todays visit was the AIR con blasting freezing cold air causing some guests to change table or even decided to eat outisde. There was moments when i felt i sit in cold storage rather than restaurant. Something that need to be looket at.
Indiya Griffiths
4 Feb 2026
4.0 ★
Ok I’m on the fence with this one, the food is lovely and so tasty. Where my apprehension comes is with the fact that the restaurant is no bigger than you or I’s bedroom-now imagine your bedroom with 30 people eating in it, relaxing? Not so much. Due to its small size there is quite often a queue to get in, with no shelter this can be quite unpleasant in the usual miserable weather. You also feel slightly rushed due to their high turn over nature and need to seat the growing queue of hungry people outside. But, and I must emphasise this, I cannot give Ramen Kulture lower than 4 stars. Despite its flaws-which I cannot say is their fault-the food is as I said earlier so lovely and tasty and so authentic. So if you think you can deal with the rush and proximity of the restaurant and you’re in need of a bowl of amazing ramen this is place for you.
S Martin
22 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
Found this place spontaneously whilst visiting Oxford. There is no booking system so you queue outside but the queue moves quickly. The restaurant itself is very small and cosy but this isn’t a problem when the food is so good. A generous sized portion for a great price and tasted beautifully fresh. Highly recommend.

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