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If you're as serious about ramen as we are, you've found the best place in Cape Town to slurp silky freshly-made noodles, sip umami-rich broth simmered and nurtured for days, and socialise with brimful glasses of sake. Having imported the only Yamato noodle machine in Africa, you won’t find anywhere else like it!

Taking our cue from the ramen houses in Japan, not only with the authenticity of our ingredients and the care lavished on the preparation, we are casual, we are edgy, and we have a vibe - day and night, right in the heart of the city. Our low-hydration noodles are freshly made on-site, left for a minimum of two days to mature, and served steaming hot – just the way they should be. Known for our popularity, we limit seating time to two hours per table, ensuring you get the finest bowl of ramen – and so does the next hungry customer too!

Please note, we have outside seating available for walk-ins, which is weather dependent. No reservations are required for lunch.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Thursday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Friday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday CLOSED

Reviews (486)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.7
  • Hlumela N. Dined: 1 week ago
    2.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 17 Jun 25
    Food was great, but the service left much to be desired. I booked online, but no one checked/ verified the reservation when we arrived. The service felt rushed, as if we were expected to eat quickly and leave. My tea arrived after the food, which made eating hot ramen and trying to drink tea at the same time quite uncomfortable. What really bothered me was a comment from our waitress. She remarked, in a condescending tone, about how my daughter “had a big appetite” and “just kept eating,” which felt unnecessary and rude. Overall, the atmosphere wasn’t welcoming, and the service took away from what could’ve been a really enjoyable meal.

  • Debra V. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Jun 25
    Delicious! Best ramen I've had. Cosy food in an up market restaurant. Staff was very welcoming.

  • Melissa H. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Inka K. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 11 Jun 25
    the best Ramen in South Africa : ))

  • Manya S. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Julie P. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 09 Jun 25
    Beautifully restored spot. Just a little chilly inside on a cold Winter's evening. Broth: disappointing: not enough umami, too many noodles and not enough veg

  • Ben D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Cape Town Foodguide Dined: 4 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 06 Jun 25
    Best ramen in town! Must try the ramen chips and dumplings as well, to die for.

  • Levi B. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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