Twenty Tokyo Ramen Shops To Try
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20 restaurants in Tokyo featured in a instagram post by Chris Ramelb, MS, verified on Google Maps: Tsuta, Ginza Hachigou, Rokurinsha(Ramen street Tokyo station), and 17 more.
Tsuta
Ramen restaurant
4.2
Experience a Michelin-starred ramen with complex, ambitious flavors, featuring ingredients like truffle and fig. It's a culinary tribute to a visionary owner. Book in advance for this renowned spot.
Ginza Hachigou
Ramen restaurant
4.3
Savor one of Tokyo's most singular and elusive ramen bowls, crafted with French techniques and ingredients. It's more akin to a refined consommé. Secure your reservation online a week out to experience this Michelin-starred gem.
Rokurinsha(Ramen street Tokyo station)
Ramen restaurant
4.1
Taste Rokurinsha's ultra-thick modern tsukemen with powerful pork-and-seafood dipping broth and dense, chewy noodles. Finish with soup-wari for a lighter, flavorful end.
Tsujita LA Artisan Noodles
Ramen restaurant
4.5
Indulge in Tsujita's intense pork and seafood broth with chewy, thick noodles, enhanced by shichimi and sudachi. Their fantastic pork toppings make this a must-try for tsukemen enthusiasts.
Ramen Kamo to Negi
Ramen restaurant
4.4
Experience a surprisingly deep broth made simply from duck, water, and green onion, paired with custom whole wheat noodles. Order the oyako don and egg to complement this distinctive and approachable ramen. It's a refreshing take on traditional flavors.
Kyushu Jangara Ramen Harajuku
Ramen restaurant
4.3
Explore a wider range of tonkotsu ramen with abundant toppings at this iconic shop, which opened its original Akihabara location in 1984. Order all the toppings "zenbu-iri" for a comprehensive and satisfying experience. A perfect alternative to Ichiran.
Ramen Takahashi
Ramen restaurant
4.1
Savor Ramen Takahashi's yakagi shio ramen, featuring a golden broth with smoky, savory depth from grilled flying-fish dashi. Order the ochazuke set and add rice to the remaining broth for a unique finish.
Soushi Menya Musashi
Ramen restaurant
4.1
Discover the 'double soup' shoyu ramen at this Shinjuku flagship, blending chicken and pork bones with bonito and sardine dashi. Enjoy enormous pieces of meltingly tender pork. A superb introduction to this iconic chain's unique identity.
AFURI IZAKAYA SE PORTLAND
Japanese restaurant
4.4
Enjoy Afuri's signature yuzu shio ramen, featuring a clear chicken broth, bright citrus, and smoky charcoal-grilled chashu. It's the perfect refreshing bowl between heavier ramen meals, especially after a long journey. A comforting and light option.
Mugi to Olive Ginza
Ramen restaurant
4.1
Experience their Triple SOBA with savory, briny broth and clean finish. Add olive oil halfway through for an aromatic, rich touch. This contemporary ramen avoids being a gimmick, offering a refined taste.
Iruca Tokyo Roppongi
Ramen restaurant
4.0
Savor the complex, umami-driven porcini shoyu ramen, a masterclass in protein harmony. Arrive early to secure a table and grab an egg sandwich to-go for a perfect snack. A truly authentic noodle experience.
Ramen Tanaka soba Akihabara
Ramen restaurant
4.2
Discover deeply comforting tonkotsu ramen without the traditional heaviness at Ramen Tanaka Soba. Their unique salt-driven (over shoyu) approach offers a fresh take on a classic.
Shimbashi Haruchan Ramen
Ramen restaurant
4.0
Experience a rich, old-school ramen with a clarity that defies its pork and dried fish broth. The vinegar and sharp negi cut through the smoky pork, while nori adds a briny salinity. Grab one of the six seats for an intimate dining experience.
Kitakata Shokudō Asakusa
Ramen restaurant
4.1
Indulge in a fatty, salty, and textured Kitakata-style ramen, perfect for a hangover or breakfast, opening early at 7 am. Choose between chicken oil or pork back fat, and add a maguro bowl for a truly satisfying meal.
Mensho Ginzasa
Ramen restaurant
4.1
Savor a light, bright, and briny seabream-driven ramen with springy noodles and fishballs. For a unique experience, order rice and pour the remaining broth over it. This refined yet comforting bowl offers a delicate flavor profile.
Chūkasoba Kotetsu
Ramen restaurant
4.2
Savor Kotetsu's light shoyu ramen, packed with flavor from chicken, pork, fish, and vegetables. Don't miss their perfect chewy noodles and consider ordering gyoza alongside your meal.
Ramen Thank Daimon
Ramen restaurant
4.6
Enjoy Ramen Thank's chicken and vegetable potage ramen, with options for a lighter totori or rich poteri broth. Finish your meal by adding rice and parmesan cheese to create a risotto-like experience.
Chuka Soba Waka Tokyo
Ramen restaurant
4.1
Experience Chuka Soba Waka Tokyo's complex broth, enriched by 12 different soy sauce tare ingredients. Their silky won tons truly set them apart, offering a unique and memorable ramen experience.
Nanahasu
Ramen restaurant
3.9
Enjoy Nanahasu's comforting, soulful poultry-centered ramen in a warm, inviting izakaya vibe. This delicious bowl won't weigh you down, making it a perfect meal for any time.
Tokyo Style Miso Ramen Do Miso Kyobashi Main Store
Ramen restaurant
4.0
Experience Do Miso's bold Tokyo-style miso ramen, blending five misos with separate animal and seafood broths for a complex, satisfying bowl. Its richness is layered, offering a truly unique flavor profile.
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