Kokura is a Japanese restaurant at 49 The Cut in Waterloo, a short walk from the Old Vic and Waterloo station. Its informal counter service format makes it easy to call in for a quick lunch or a relaxed meal before a performance, while the dining room provides space to sit and enjoy food made to order.
Ramen is central to the menu, with bowls built around noodles, broth and toppings that turn a simple format into a substantial meal. The selection gives diners a choice of different flavour profiles and proteins, making it possible to find either something rich and warming or a lighter combination.
Rice dishes broaden the choice beyond noodles. Beef rice bowls, Japanese curry and chicken karaage offer familiar comfort food, while sides can be added for a larger meal or shared across the table. Plant based dishes give vegetarian and vegan diners clearly considered alternatives rather than a single token option.
The restaurant suits solo diners, couples and small groups who want Japanese food without a formal service style. Ordering at the counter keeps the experience straightforward, and the mix of ramen, rice bowls, curry and crisp fried dishes offers enough range for repeat visits as well as a convenient first meal near Waterloo.
Address: 49 The Cut, Waterloo, London SE1 8LF, England
Kokura Menu
Small Bites
Chicken Karaage
Kaiso Seaweed Salad V
Edamame
Extra Toppings
A Combo Of Wakame Seaweed Menma Bamboo Shoot Wood Ear Mushroom
Nori Seaweed
Kimchi
Takana Mustard Pickle
Sweet Corn
Extra Noodles
Pork Chashu
Chicken Chashu
Marinated Tofu
Nitamago Marinated Egg
Spicy Tobanjan Paste
Wakame Seaweed
Menma
Woodear Mushroom
Rice Dish
Chashu Don
Glazed chashu, spring onion and Japanese rice
Chicken Chashu Don
Chicken chashu, spring onion and Japanese rice
Chicken Katsu Curry Rice
Chicken cutlet, house special curry and Japanese rice
Kakiage Curry Rice V
Our Vegan Curry Rice with Mixed Vegetable Japanese Fritter, Tofu And Wakame Seaweed
Ramen
Kokura Ramen
Our signature pork bone broth, pork chashu, marinated Burford brown egg, wood ear mushroom, bamboo shoot, nori seaweed and spring onion. For multiple portions of extra toppings please order via “Extra Toppings” category
Tobanjan Ramen
Our signature pork bone broth, house special chilli paste, pork chashu, wood ear mushroom, bamboo shoot and spring onion. For multiple portions of extra toppings please order via “Extra Toppings” category
Oyako Ramen
Chicken bone broth, chicken chashu, marinated Burford brown egg, wakame seaweed, bamboo shoot and spring onion. For multiple portions of extra toppings please order via “Extra Toppings” category
Tofu Miso Ramen
Spicy miso and konbu broth, marinated fried tofu, wood ear mushroom, bamboo shoot, spring onion and sweet corn. For multiple portions of extra toppings please order via “Extra Toppings” category
Chashu Ramen
Beverages
CocaCola Original Taste
Coca-Cola Classic is the world’s favourite soft drink and has been enjoyed since 1886. Great Coke taste Only natural flavours No added preservatives Gluten-free, dairy-free and nut-free Serve ice cold for maximum refreshment.
Sprite
Crisp, refreshing, clean-tasting Sprite is Great Britain’s leading lemon and lime flavoured soft drink A clean, crisp, fresh tasting, sparkling lemon & lime flavour drink. Contains sugar and sweeteners Natural flavours No artificial colours Caffeine-free Serve ice cold for maximum enjoyment.
Fanta Orange
Bright, bubbly, instantly refreshing and great tasting. Fanta Orange is made with 100% natural flavours, fruit juice and is caffeine free. Fanta’s cool taste is made with… Real fruit Natural flavours No artificial colours Sugar and sweeteners Serve ice cold for maximum refreshment.
Still Water Belu
Sparkling Water Belu
Cold Green Tea Sencha
Mango Ice Tea With Lychee Boba
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