Popular Manchester restaurant launches Christmas dinner-themed ramen bowl
This Christmas (kurisumasu in Japanese), Shoryu Ramen is offering something unique yet unmistakably festive: The Kurisumasu Menu. A joyful selection of dishes, this festive set menu celebrates Japanese winter comfort foods with playful nods to British seasonal favourites. Perfect for festive fun with friends.
And as a final nod to the season, each person ordering from The Kurisumasu Menu can dip into the Shoryu Stocking, for a lucky dip, and the chance to win their meal for free.
Highlights include The Kurisumasu Ramen (a love letter to pigs-in-blankets), Brussels Sprout Tempura, and a Mini Mochi Man (almost too cute to eat!), as well as the limited- edition Shoryu JFC Chicken Bucket (£20); a golden, crispy sharing bucket inspired by Japan’s Christmas fried-chicken tradition.
The Kurisumasu Menu (£35 p/p) includes a festive cocktail, beer, or mocktail, a special ramen, a side, and dessert, plus one lucky dip per person (ordering the menu).
Main Course (choose one):
The Kurisumasu Ramen - Creamy tonkotsu broth with Japanese karikari sausages, sliced pork belly, and a cheeky hint of cranberry, a joyful nod to the British Christmas table.
Tokyo Soy Ramen (VE) - Light and delicate savoury soy broth with ganmo tofu, pak choi, and nori; soulful, satisfying, and perfect for chilly winter nights.
Sides (choose one):
Chicken Karaage - Crispy Japanese fried chicken; a festive favourite in Japan.
Brussels Sprout Tempura (VE) - Seasonal sprouts in a light, airy tempura batter, finished with truffle oil and a salt-and-pepper dipping salt.
Dessert:
Mini Mochi Man (VG) - A snowman-shaped vanilla mochi that’s almost too cute to eat.
Festive Drinks (choose one):
Shoryu Snow Buddy (cocktail) - Creamy coconut, yuzu sorbet and nigori sake, topped with a mini gingerbread man.
Santa’s Pink Cheeks (mocktail) - Fresh mint, yuzu jam and cranberry-apple juice with lime. Bright, juicy and refreshing.
A pint of Asahi Draft - For the traditionalists who love beer!
Unwrap a little Christmas luck at the end of your meal and reach into the Shoryu Stocking for a festive lucky dip. Some stickers are just for fun, but a few lucky diners will find 100%, 50%, 25% or 10% off their set menu; a nod to Japan’s love of gifting stickers and a touch of festive magic. One lucky dip is offered per menu ordered.
In addition to the set menu, Shoryu will also add some Festive Specials:
Shoryu JFC Chicken Bucket (£20): A golden, crispy sharing bucket inspired by Japan’s Christmas fried-chicken tradition during the festive season. filled with juicy pieces of Shoryu’s signature Japanese fried chicken, it’s perfect for sharing with friends, pairing with ramen, or enjoying on its own with a cold beer. a festive favourite, shoryu-style. Ancient Yamato Seaside Doburoku [Yuzu] (glass £9): a specially sourced, ancient sake. doburoku is considered the oldest style of sake, and is both traditional & rustic, with limited availability. a very special sake for a special time of year.
The Kurisumasu Menu and Festive Specials are available daily from 18 November to 4 January at Shoryu in Manchester.