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Koya City
UdonUdonDashiDonburiCity of LondonBloomberg ArcadeIzakayaCounter Dining
Koya's City outpost in the sleek Bloomberg Arcade, where Shuko Oda's handmade udon meets izakaya-style small plates and curated sake for a refined all-day experience.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- City of London
- Since
- 2017
- Chef
- Shuko Oda
Plate № 670
About
Koya City launched in 2017 as the second branch of Japanese chef-owner Shuko Oda's acclaimed udon group, occupying a prime position in the Bloomberg Arcade near Bank. Designed with the same Japanese-minimalist aesthetic as the Soho original, the City branch expands the menu to include izakaya-style small plates — labelled IzaKoya specials — alongside the signature handmade udon, dashi, and donburi bowls. Oda's Japanese upbringing and training shapes a kitchen focused on restraint and quality: fresh noodles made in-house, seasonal specials written on the board each day, and a thoughtful selection of sake and draught beer. Counter seating and an all-day opening format suit the area's finance crowd and solo diners alike.
Neighborhood & visiting
Koya City sits in City of London, one of London's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused donburi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional donburi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Koya group's City branch in architecturally acclaimed Bloomberg Arcade
- Extended izakaya plates alongside signature udon and dashi
- All-day opening from late morning; ideal for City workers
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Frequently asked
About Koya City
- Is Koya City an authentic udon restaurant in London?
- Yes — Koya City is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for udon in London: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused donburi format.
- Where is Koya City located?
- Koya City is located at 10-12 Bloomberg Arcade, London EC4N 8AR, London, UK in the City of London neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Koya City?
- Koya City accepts reservations online. For an authentic donburi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Koya City?
- Koya City sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for udon of this format in London.
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