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Bodega Ramen

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 20 Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
Japanese Vegan Friendly Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer 64A Wale St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
4.8
(1019 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 20

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Can't wait to have you in our humble spot!

Please note that we have two sittings and our tables are booked for 2 hours, if you would like to stay longer please leave us a note when booking.
We are a small laid back spot and our tables are often shared.
You can find us hidden away above the Gin Bar, a perfect place to end or start your evening...

Please make sure you tick the T&C's to confirm your booking on the final page, and that you get a confirmation email!

For parties of eight and over we require a R50 per person deposit. For parties of 16 and over, please WhatsApp us to book, we require a set menu and pre-order for big groups. We have a 48 hour cancellation policy.

We are fully licenced, corkage is R100.

Dietaries:
We have rice noodles available for gluten free guests, as well as a number of starters.
We have one vegan ramen, and a number of vegan starters.
We use peanuts and nuts in our kitchen.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Wednesday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Thursday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Friday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Saturday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Sunday CLOSED

Reviews (1019)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.7
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.8
  • Ruan v. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Charl E. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Hurter V. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 02 Jul 25
    The absolute pinnacle of what a ramen night in rainy weather should be - cauliflower pops and karaage chicken to start, shared (because why not - they're both the best in town - and I've had karaage from other places that can't touch this one) and then both of us opted for the short rib ramen with kimchi. My friend, who's never been, was blown away. 100% recommend!

  • Paige E. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Leigh M. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 25 Jun 25
    As always, a delish meal at Bodega Ramen served by friendly and attentive waitering staff. It's cold and wintery in Cape Town so get yourself some warming ramen. But remember to book! Also make sure you order some of the cauliflower. It is literally the best.

  • helen d. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 25 Jun 25
    Thoroughly enjoy the ambiance, the food and the excellent service. Ramen noodles hit the spot on a cold evening.

  • Frederick B. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Nadia V. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Paul M. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 19 Jun 25
    Always a delight; beautiful space; super friendly service; great value; scrumptious food. Special callout to the Korean cauliflower!

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