The Most Comforting Ramen Joints in Melbourne to Get Your next Slurp At!

After surviving a tiresome day, you earn some savoury warmth. And nothing squeals “happiness” more than one of Japan’s most flavorful dishes- ramen!

Fortunately, the selections in Melbourne are endless-whether you want a strong, pork-infused tonkotsu or a vegan ramen bowl fueled with nutrients. And while appreciating your hot bowl of ramen at a ramen joint gives you utmost pleasure. You can also get a takeaway to relish the flavours at the leisure of your home.

We have narrowed down the list of authentic ramen joints in Melbourne to save your ra-minutes!

1. Shujinko Ramen, Melbourne

Amidst the growing scene of late-night eating choices in Melbourne, Shunjiko has secured its position as a dazzling start dishing out delicious ramen for 24-hours. Head over during any time of the day to delight in the hot bowls of ramen, takoyaki and gyoza. We recommend their signature tonkotsu ramen that comforts you along with finger-licking chicken karaage. Yummy!

Website: http://shujinko.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9654 0989

2. Hakata Gensuke, Melbourne (Various Locations)

Hakata has brought ramen right from the streets of Japan to the heart of Melbourne. Serving the most traditional bowls, this place allows you to choose your ramen toppings along with the level of spice. You can always come back to try different combinations until you find your perfect one. If you are confused for the first time, we suggest ordering tonkotsu ramen with extra black sesame and garlic that gives it a smoky flavour.

Website: https://gensuke.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9663 6342

3. Mr Ramen San, Melbourne

Mr Ramen San is hidden in the middle of the Mid-city Arcade on Little Bourke Street’s end. It is one of the oldest joints in Melbourne famous for the 24-hour tonkotsu broth and noodles. Here, you can also ask for free extra noodles! You can choose from chicken ramen, seafood ramen and family-style hotpot. Vegans, slurp on their charsu ramen, and you’ll ask for a second bowl!

Website: https://www.mrramensan.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9042 1588

4. Little Ramen Bar, Melbourne

The staff at Little Ramen Bar think that ramen is best enjoyed with slurps and gyoza. Choose your ramen from a variety of choices including classic ramen served with a slice of pork and broth or tantanmen in which the noodles are swimming in a spicy broth filled with pork – dunk your dumplings in the broth and let the flavours take you over!

Website: http://littleramenbar.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9670 5558

5. Shop Ramen, Fitzroy

Shop Ramen in Fitzroy offers genuine home-style wheat noodles served in different delicious broths. Theis chicken miso ramen served with soft-boiled egg and pork is very popular with the locals. But the vegetarian version is equally tasty and is getting more love from the customers. With a cashew milk broth, the vegetarian ramen includes zucchini and broccoli to infuse a crunchy texture. A must-try!

Website: https://www.shopramen.com.au

6. Shyun Ramen Bar, Carnegie

If you wish to feel the Japanese vibes in Carnegie, Shyun Ramen bar offers you a slice of Japan with their cheerful Japanese-style greeting and the aroma of ramen rising from the open kitchen. Sit down at the long and narrow dining area and order soba, udon or ramen swimming in shoyu (miso-based broth). You can order the karaage ramen with chicken bites sitting on the top of noodles – truly delightful!

Website: https://www.shyunramenbar.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 8394 5971

7. Yoku Ono Ramen + Sake, Prahran

With a seasonal and creative take on ramen, Yoku Ono is surely a prospect for the best ramen in Melbourne. You can expect fresh ingredients and flavours that tickle your taste buds. The ramen dishes are all delicious, but their miso chicken ramen and Yoku Ono are worth a try.

Website: http://www.yokuono.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9533 2218

8. Ippudo, Melbourne

Ippudo is a Japanese-founded franchise established to serve “global standard” ramen. The brand was first founded in 1985 at Hakata in Japan, and now it has more than 200 locations across the world. Here, the broth is creamy, textured and filled with pork. The thin noodles cooked to a density of your choice are served with bean sprouts and black fungus. You can also ask for a flavoured egg – worth the calories!

Website: http://ippudo.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9654 9057

9. Mensousai Mugen, Melbourne

Tucked away in an alleyway, Mensousai Mugen has taken over Melbourne’s taste buds with the finest tsukemen. Swing by to get your hands on the wagyu beef japas and scallop gratin while watching some Japanese movies projected on a huge screen, and then go for a big piping hot ramen bowl to slurp down the best of flavours.

Website: http://www.mensousaimugen.com
Contact: +61 (03) 9620 3647

10. Neko Neko, Fitzroy

Neko means cat in Japanese and the owner’s love for cats can be guessed from the name of this restaurant. You’ll mind an uncomplicated menu focused on nourishing ingredients. Order their original vegan ramen made with vegetable stock and egg-less “egg noodles” or the vegan okonomiyaki with customary kewpie mayo topping for a vegan miso eggplant and macadamia sushi. Well, anything you order is served with a promise of deliciousness. Go for it.

Website: https://www.nekoneko.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9415 6026

Simple ramen is the most comforting food at any time of the day. One slurp has the power to drown all your worries. So, go to these ramen bars in Melbourne that can satisfy your ramen craving and cheer you up too!

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