We were pretty bored of the ramen choices in Singapore for a while, until Shinsho Ramen opened in mid-2020 and disrupted the scene. Very soon after, they became our favourite ramen shop in Singapore and we are hopelessly hooked to those marvellous bowls of ramen.

Founded by Chef Raymond Tan—the Chef Owner of renown omakase restaurant, Hiryu—Shinsho Ramen is an affordable ramen joint with a carefully-thought menu of interesting appetizers and side dishes, and a very stellar ramen selection that will leave even the connoisseurs mind-boggled.

Ever passionate about serving his customers with nothing but the best, Chef Owner Raymond Tan and Executive Chef Liang Neo spent months working on Shinsho Ramen’s menu, and with their expertise and connections to the best suppliers, you can be assured that you will only be eating premium, superior ingredients.

Shinsho Ramen has 2 outlets in Singapore currently at GR.ID and SingPost Centre.

But let’s first talk about the star of Shinsho—which is the paitan ramen. The broth is standardized and they are all paitan-tonkotsu. Boiled for more than 24hrs with chicken carcasses and pork bones, look forward to a full-bodied milky white broth that is creamy, sweet and extremely satisfying. We’ve always been more drawn to pork bone broth, but Shinsho’s version is a really impressive balance of chicken and pork, with neither being overpowering; it’s a really smooth flavour that will please anyone.

The ramen menu consists of the regular options such as the Aged Soy Sauce (S$14.90), Spicy Red Miso (S$16.90), Homemade Black Garlic (S$15.90) and Special Black Truffle (S$17.90). All are very affordable and comes in a reasonable portion for one, with an assortment of toppings such as cha siu, bamboo shoots, grilled baby corn, spring onion and hanjuku egg.

Shinsho Ramen also has other unique and fusion flavours such as Mala Ramen and Chashu Curry Tsukemen. Be warned, though. The Mala Ramen is super spicy and it is not for the faint-hearted.

Want a more leveled-up version? There is a special ramen menu which comprises some pretty lavish versions: Half Rock Lobster (S$48), Pork Ribs with Teriyaki (S$19.90, and our favourite Kuroge Wagyu A4 (S$54).

The wagyu ramen was the highlight of our meal and it deserves another trip down. 2 slices of A4 wagyu (~110g) are added to the bowl raw, and the boiling broth will cook the wagyu slices lightly, giving it a tender texture with every bite melting in your mouth.

The marriage of paitan-tonkotsu broth and premium wagyu slices is brilliant, and this Kuroge Wagyu A4 ramen is definitely the best bowl of ramen we’ve had in Singapore.

Who needs cha siu in your ramen when you can have wagyu slices?! Trust Chef Raymond and his team to always take things up a notch.

Instead of your usual tortilla wrap, Chef Raymond sourced for good seaweed slices, coated them with a housemade batter, then deep-fried the seaweed which will then become the shells for the taco.

And the fillings are nothing you would expect: mala crayfish, crab tobiko, salmon avocado, wagyu cheese curry, torched mentaiko prawn and scallop with caviar. They are nothing like your usual tacos; these modern fusion tacos both photogenic and unbelievably delicious. Extra points for creativity!

Also on Shinsho Ramen’s menu is a small selection of buns. Mantou is being deep-fried, and tucked with a choice of fried pork loin, sliced roasted pork belly and fried bread crumbs chicken—all at only S$4.90 each. If ramen isn’t for you, perhaps you can go for one of each buns. The kids will love this too!

Shinsho Ramen has plans to open more outlets in 2022 and we are definitely keeping our fingers crossed that they will open an outlet nearer to our home. Until then, you can find them at SingPost Centre or GR.ID Mall.

Shinsho Ramen

SingPost Centre
10 Eunos Rd 8, #01-136,
Singapore 408600
+65 6980 5596

GR.ID Mall
1 Selegie road, #02-02,
Singapore 188306
+65 98792928

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Opened by Chef Raymond Tan—the owner of high-end sushi restaurant, Hiyru—Shinsho Ramen is a new ramen eatery at Singpost Centre. Originating from Malaysia, Shinsho Ramen specialises in chicken paitan (white soup) ramen.

Shinsho’s paitan ramen is made from boiling and simmering a large amount of whole chicken, pork bones, chicken legs, and several kinds of vegetables over more than 8 hours. The result? A creamy, collagen-rich consistency with deep, savoury flavours.

There are 8 ramen on Shinsho Ramen’s menu:

• Aged Soy Sauce Ramen (S$14.90)
• Black Garlic Ramen (S$15.90)
• Spicy Red Miso Ramen (S$16.90)
• Special Black Truffle Flavour Ramen (S$17.90)
• Sakura Ebi & Chashu Curry Tsukemen (S$17.90)
• Pork Ribs Teriyaki Ramen (S$29)
• Half Rock Lobster Ramen (S$48)
• Kuroge Wagyu Ramen (S$54)

For delivery, you can opt for Shinsho Ramen’s raw noodle pack and cook the ramen yourself. The ramen ingredients, noodles and paitan soup broth will be packed separately and all you have to do is to cook the noodles in boiling water and heat up the soup broth which comes in a vacuum-packed bag. It’s a great way to enjoy piping hot ramen at the comfort of your place.

There are also premium ramen options including Half Rock Lobster Ramen and Kuroge Wagyu Ramen.

Apart from ramen, you can also choose from a selection of sides such as Fried Chicken Skin with Spicy Aioli, Homemade Wagyu Gzoya (S$12.40 for 4 pcs) and Roasted Pork Belly Bun (S$6.20).

We absolutely loved the spicy aioli dip which came with the fried chicken skin.

While we didn’t quite like the roasted pork belly which was too lean and dry, we thoroughly enjoyed the Homemade Wagyu Gzoya.

• Order Shinsho Ramen from their website—http://order.tabsquare.ai/ShinshoRamen.
• Islandwide delivery at only S$4 per trip with a minimum order of S$25.
• Free delivery for orders S$100 and above.

Shinsho Ramen
10 Eunos Rd 8, # 01-136, Singapore 408600
Daily: 11am – 8pm

Kanada-Ya Singapore will be opening its 4th outlet at Paragon on 19 Dec 2020!

Established in 2009 in the small town of Yukuhashi, Fukuoka, Japan which is also Mr Kanada hometown Kanada-Ya has since expanded to 16 outlets worldwide-2 in Japan, 3 in London, 6 in Hong Kong, 1 in Barcelona, and now 4 in Singapore. Four!

We first tried Kanada-ya’s ramen in London back in 2016 and it is our must-visit restaurant in London ever since. For the uninitiated, Kanada-ya specialises in Tonkotsu ramen. Their rendition is aromatic, authentic and very very satisfying.

Kanada-ya will be opening a 55-seater restaurant at Paragon and to celebrate the opening, it will be offering 100% unlimited cash rebate with no minimum spend and no cap from 19 – 21 December 2020. If you haven’t tried their ramen, this is the best time to do so.

Kanada-ya’s award-winning, flavourful pork bone broth is first boiled for 18-hours, making it rich and creamy before mixing in a secret sauce to add flavour and umami to the broth. It is handmade by Mr. Kanada, the founder himself, and imported directly from the original restaurant in Japan.

The tonkotsu ramen is exactly how a good pork broth ramen should be — flavourful and robust broth, tender pork slices, flavoured egg with a perfectly runny center, crunchy fungus and leek.

Tantalise your taste buds with Kanada-San’s original recipe – Kotteri Tonkotsu Ramen. The thick and creamy tonkotsu broth that will definitely give you the most authentic Kyushu Ramen experience. ($14.90 – Basic; $16.90 – Regular; $18.90 – Special).

You must also try the exclusive Truffle Ramen (S$22.90 – Basic; S$24.90 – Regular; S$26.90 – Special) which comes with black truffle oil and truffle jelly made with black truffle paste for a slurping good time, and only available in limited quantities at 20 bowls daily per outlet.

Then, you can progress to the Black Garlic Ramen (S$16.90 – Basic, S$18.90 – Regular, S$20.90 – Special), which is prepared with fragrant black garlic paired together with mouth-watering Tonkotusu soup and topped with belly chashu.

There is a vegetarian version: the Truffle Veggie Ramen (S$16.90 – Basic, S$18.90 – Regular, S$20.90 – Special) features a rich and creamy vegetarian ramen broth made with soy milk, vegetable dashi and truffle oil.

In celebration of the opening of its fourth outlet in Singapore, Kanada-Ya will be offering 100% unlimited cash rebate via the Kanada-Ya app. Enjoy the cash rebate with no minimum spend and no cap. Available only from 19 – 21 December 2020 only at the Paragon outlet!

Photos credit: Kanada-ya Singapore

Fans of Kanada-ya’s ramen will be delighted to know that they are planning to open at least 5 new outlets in Singapore by 2021, so there might be another one nearer to you! But for now, wait no more. While doing your Christmas shopping in town, drop by the Paragon outlet for a comforting bowl of tonkotsu ramen.

Kanshoku Ramen has opened a new outlet at NEX and it will be having 1-for-1 Dry Truffle Ramen from 8 to 10 Dec 2020.

Founded in 2014, Kanshoku Ramen is one of the more popular local ramen shops in Singapore. The name Kanshoku means ‘to finish eating every last bit of your food’ in Japanese.

The 3-day exclusive promo for the 1-for-1 Dry Truffle Ramen at Kanshoku Ramen NEX starts from 8 to 10 Dec 2020.

Photos credit: Kanshoku Ramen

Some of the other favourites you can order include Truffle Broth Ramen, Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen, Chicken Karaage, Crispy Gyoza and Truffle Edamame.

Kanshoku Ramen has three other outlets at ION Orchard, Orchardgateway and Northpoint City.

Kanshoku Ramen
NEX #01-57
23 Serangoon Central, Singapore 556083

With an endless array of ramen restaurants offering delivery and takeaway services in Singapore, you’re bound to be spoilt for choice.

We’ve picked out 10 Japanese ramen restaurants in Singapore that offer islandwide delivery and they including Michelin-starred ramen and a few halal ramen options. It’s time to satisfy these cravings.

These places prove that delicious bowls of ramen can be enjoyed anywhere—even from the comfort of your own couch when you’re binging Netflix at home during this circuit breaker period. Order a delicious bowl of ramen from this ramen delivery guide to accompany your binge session!

TSUTA RAMEN

This eatery stands out from the other ramen eateries as the world’s first Michelin-starred ramen. Every bowl is put together with premium ingredients and no artificial flavourings or MSG.

From now till the end of May, Tsuta Ramen is offering a 1-for-1 promotion across their ramen dishes for S$18. You can now enjoy Michelin-starred ramen from the comfort of your home. Please take note that this promo only applies for orders above S$60. Islandwide ramen delivery and takeaway services are available.

Order here.

TAKAGI RAMEN

Affordable handmade Hakata-style noodles in a rich, flavourful Japanese Tonkotsu broth is what Takagi Ramen is famous for. Fret not, their healthy ramen bowls contain no soup concentrate or MSG, so you can enjoy them, guilt-free!

Make your orders at order.TakagiRamen.com. Bubble tea is also offered with their ramen bowls, which is definitely a huge plus for us. If your ramen order exceeds S$50, you are entitled to free delivery. Ramen takeaway is also available. Islandwide delivery is offered on both their website and on GrabFood.

Photo Credit: @singapore_enishi

ENISHI

Hailing from Kobe, Japan, EniShi is a ramen restaurant that received the Michelin Bib Gourmand award in 2016. They have only opened one outlet outside Japan, and that is in Singapore. Their menu consists of only 2 dishes: the Dan Dan Noodles, and the Japanese Dashi Noodles.

Whatsapp your orders to +65 9098 9409. They offer islandwide delivery with a delivery fee of S$12. If your ramen order is above S$50, you will enjoy free delivery. Islandwide delivery is also available on GrabFood.

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Photo Credit: The Ramen House

THE RAMEN HOUSE

If you’re craving a late-night ramen fix, The Ramen House is your best bet. They are open till 10.30pm for pickup, takeaway, and delivery services. Their extensive menu not only offers ramen dishes, but also donburi bowls, rolls, and sides, which is a win for the supper lovers.

View their full menu here. Call +65 6734 9294 or WhatsApp +65 8733 0426 to order a bowl of tasty ramen. If you opt for ramen takeaway, you will enjoy 20% off your order. If you opt for delivery, do note that islandwide delivery is available, and if your order exceeds S$50, you will enjoy free ramen delivery.

GOSHIN RAMEN

Goshin Ramen is a halal-certified Japanese restaurant with a menu that combines Japanese concepts with local flavours, resulting in unique dishes such as Ramen Rebus and Nasi Lemak Donburi. These dishes make Goshin Ramen stand out from the usual ramen joints.

They offer islandwide delivery with a minimum spend of S$40. Delivery charges of S$4.99 apply. An additional S$3 surcharge is applicable on eve and public holidays. Free ramen delivery will be given to those with orders above S$80.

Make your orders here.

THE RAMEN STALL

Another halal-certified restaurant serving Japanese cuisine, The Ramen Stall is well-known for serving traditional Japanese cuisine with a uniquely local flavour. They are the sister restaurant to The Ramen House. Their opening hours last till 5am, which is perfect for those who stay up late.

View their full menu here. Call +65 6655 0800 or WhatsApp +65 8733 0425 to order. If you opt for self-collection, you will enjoy 20% off your order. Do note that if your ramen order exceeds S$50, you will enjoy free islandwide delivery.

UMA UMA RAMEN

Originating from Fukuoka, Japan, in 1953, Uma Uma Ramen is as authentic as you can get. They serve up delicious ramen made using a family recipe, and their tonkotsu broth is known to be robust and aromatic. It’s just like getting a taste of Japan without having to travel there.

They offer islandwide delivery, and if your ramen order exceeds S$100, you will get to enjoy free ramen delivery. Order via their website here.

RAMEN TAISHO

Looking for ramen that won’t burn a hole in your wallet? Ramen Taisho might just hit the spot for you. Famous for offering restaurant-quality ramen at affordable prices, Ramen Taisho is a hawker stall run by a humble Singaporean couple who wanted to sell authentic ramen at affordable prices.

Islandwide ramen delivery is available. A S$5 delivery fee is applicable for orders above S$50, and a S$10 fee is applicable for orders above S$30. Make your orders via their website here.

SUPARAKKI RAMEN

Meaning “super lucky” in Japanese, Suparakki Ramen lives up to their name, offering ramen with a generous serving of truffle and black garlic oil that is bound to make you feel suuuuper lucky after you order from this joint. Be sure to order their signature Dry Truffle Ramen, the dish that people have been raving about, and for good reason.

They offer islandwide ramen delivery if you order from GrabFood here.

KANADA-YA

Voted as the #1 Ramen Restaurant in London by The Telegraph London, Kanada-Ya proves that their authentic Japanese tonkotsu ramen is loved by the masses. Their broth is boiled for 18 hours, resulting in a rich, unparalleled taste that is almost impossible to replicate. Their outlet in PLQ Mall is the first outlet that has opened in Southeast Asia.

Islandwide delivery is offered when you order from their website here. If you spend S$80, you are entitled to free gyoza with your ramen delivery.

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Our favourite type of men is RAMEN. This awesome noodle dish has everything you could ever ask for — tender fragrant cha shu, gooey lava egg, springy noodles and irresistible broth. Repeat after us: ramen is life.

Sadly, ramen isn’t the cheapest. One bowl could easily set you back by S$15 or more. But, finding one that’s both affordable and good isn’t an impossible task. In fact, we’ve found 10!

Singapore actually has quite a number of eateries and stalls that do great ramen priced below S$10. Some of these places are even run by Japan-trained cooks, so you can expect ramen of superb quality.

Photo Credit: www.facebook.com/butakin1214/

#1 BUTA KIN

One of the OG stalls to sell ramen in a hawker centre, Buta Kin is one of the reasons people flock to Beauty World Food Centre. This stall serves up a range of Japanese dishes, from ramen to curry rice.

Their Special Tonkotsu Ramen (S$6.90) sees straight, doughy noodles drowned in broth made from pork & chicken bones and chicken feet. The bowl comes with three tender slices of cha shu, a hanjuku egg and black fungus.

They also offer Tonkotsu Black Ramen (S$6), which is infused with aromatic black garlic oil.

144 Upper Bukit Timah Road, Beauty World Food Centre, #04-28
Singapore 588177
Tel +65 8661 6028
Tues to Sun: 11.30am – 8.30pm
Nearest Station: Beauty World

#2 GONPACHI RAMEN

Just another piece of evidence that Kovan is an underrated gem for foodies. Gonpachi Ramen is a cosy little neighbourhood joint that does a variety of unique ramen creations.

Their menu features unconventional ramen such as Sweet Sake Marinated Pork Chop Ramen (S$7.80) and Seven Wonder Ramen (S$7.80). Their Smoked Duck Chashu Ramen (S$7.80) is a safe choice

Block 212 Hougang Street 21, #01-329
Singapore 530212
Tel +65 6584 1943
Sun to Thu: 11.45am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Fri to Sat: 11.45am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 10.45pm
Nearest Station: Kovan

Photo Credit: www.instagram.com/evirobiex/

#3 JAPANESE CURRY EXPRESS

If you’re a vegan or vegetarian, you’re probably familiar with Fortune Centre, the pinnacle of plant-based dining in Singapore. Even if you’re not, we’re giving you one solid reason to visit that building — Japanese Curry Express.

This homely eatery hidden on Level 3 does some legit Japanese food at a little less than market prices. They offer Char Siew Ramen and Smoked Duck Ramen at $7, both

190 Middle Rd, Fortune Centre, #03-04
Singapore 188979
Tel +65 9689 6314
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 8.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

Photo Credit: www.instagram.com/francavielsworld/

#4 KURO OBI

A takeaway concept by the famed Ippudo Ramen, Kuro Obi offers customisable chicken broth ramen starting from $8. Adjust your noodle texture, oil richness and even the amount of garlic and onion according to your preference!

Their classic Shiro-Obi (S$8) comes with thick, wavy noodles in a pool of creamy chicken broth and topped with a slice of chicken cha shu, half of a hanjuku egg and nori seaweed. If you’re in the mood for some spice, try their Aka-Obi (S$10), a spicy shrimp rendition of the chicken broth ramen.

2 Bayfront Avenue, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, #B2-54/55
Singapore 018972
Tel +65 6688 7064
Daily: 10.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Bayfront

Photo Credit: www.instagram.com/liptakang/

#5 RAMEN MONSTER

Decked out in colourful hues and a playful atmosphere, Ramen Monster is breaking the stereotypes of a typical ramen restaurant. With an aim to make ramen affordable and accessible for all, Ramen Monster pushes out straightforward bowls of ramen at reasonable prices.

Their menu features a modest variety, with dishes such as Tsukemen (S$9.90), a type of dipping ramen where noodles are served separate from the broth.

238 Thomson Road
Velocity @ Novena Square #01-53
Singapore 307683
Tel +65 6356 4710
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Novena

Photo Credit: www.instagram.com/stevedino87/

#6 RAMEN TAISHO

If we were to do a blindfolded taste test, we probably wouldn’t be able to differentiate Ramen Taisho’s ramen from the ones churned out at a restaurant. This hawker stall in Maxwell is run by a married couple, Hock Soon and Kalene.

With years of travelling around Japan to learn the art of ramen up his sleeve, Hock Soon is certainly not afraid to show off what he’s learnt.

The Black Garlic Ramen (S$7.80) is spiked with robust black garlic oil while the Salted Egg Tonkotsu Ramen (S$8.80) sees an intriguing blend of briny essence and creaminess.

1 Kadayanallur Street, Maxwell Food Centre, #01-32
Singapore 069184
Tel +65 6777 5859
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Fri: 11.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

#7 SUPPARAKI RAMEN

If there’s one question in life that demands an answer, it would be this — just how does Supparaki Ramen do it? With all their mains priced below S$10, each bowl of ramen is shockingly excellent.

Their Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen (S$7.90) is an absolute steal with its richly flavoured pork bone broth and broad slices of cha shu. For those who are craving dry noodles, their Dry Truffle Ramen (S$6.90) will do you no wrong.

1 North Point Drive, Northpoint City, #B2-152
Singapore 768019
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Yishun

#8 TAKAGI RAMEN

Run by an Australian-Japanese lady, Takagi-san and her husband, Takagi Ramen is as legit as it gets. This joint serves up a variety of mouthwatering ramen concoctions, from Miso Ramen (S$6.50) to Butashoga Ramen (S$8.90).

Their Butashoga Ramen swaps out the usual cha shu slices for flavoursome hand-pulled pork, so it’s a relatively healthier option for those who want to skip the fats.

51 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3, #01-01C
Singapore 569922
Tel: +65 9138 8017
Daily: 11am – 12am
Nearest Station: Ang Mo Kio

#9 WAFU JAPANESE CUISINE

One of the few gems in Capitol Piazza’s Food Republic, Wafu Japanese Cuisine serves up satisfying Japanese mains. Ramen and omu rice? Check.

While their ramen isn’t of amazing quality, it’s still a pretty decent rendition. Fuel up with their Black Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen (S$8.20) or their dry Abura Ramen (S$6.90).

13 Stamford Road, #B1-20/27, Capitol Piazza
Singapore 178905
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

#10 WAKON RAMEN

Volcano seafood ramen at $9.90? Heck, yes. Wakon Ramen is ready to fix your ramen cravings with their respectable line-up of ramen bowls.

Their Volcano Seafood Ramen incorporates chili paste into their tonkotsu broth. And be warned, it’s not for the faint-hearted. If spicy foods just aren’t your thing, you can go for their shio-based Tokyo Ramen (S$6.90).

28 Dover Crescent, #01-97
Singapore 130028
Daily: 10.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Dover

Takagi Ramen, located just a short walk away from Ang Mo Kio Hub, is our new go-to spot for innovative, flavoursome and affordable bowls of ramen—here’s why.

Run by a team of Singaporeans with a mad passion for the craft, every dish is fastidiously prepared, ensuring that every single bowl of ramen that leaves the kitchen is guaranteed to possess maximum flavour with just the right texture.

Ang Mo Kio may not be the first to come to mind when one thinks of authentic ramen, but little did we realise—having chanced upon this humble hole-in-a-wall—that it is indeed very possible to find great food (that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg) in even the most unassuming of places.

Feeling in the mood for something a little more unusual, we opted for the Butashoga Ramen (S$8.90) which essentially consists of everything you would typically expect in a bowl of pork-based ramen—except with pulled pork instead of the usual chashu.

Supposedly healthier due to the lack of fat, what we particularly enjoyed was the fact that the pork was incredibly well flavoured and seasoned. The shreds of pork were tender and brimmed with a robust and deep pork taste.

Freshly made in-house, the ramen noodles were springy with just the right amount of chew to it.

Paired with the rich pork broth, the Butashoga Ramen was just a delight to have. Takagi Ramen succeeded in ensuring that the pork broth was neither overwhelmingly rich nor salty, and we were pleasantly surprised with how the distinct flavours of the pulled pork and pork broth blended well together.

Takagi Ramen
51 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3, #01-01C,
Singapore 569922
Tel: +65 9138 8017
Daily: 11am – 12pm
Nearest Station: Ang Mo Kio

With 5 different Japanese food concepts under one roof, Tsukiji Fish Market is quite a paradise for Japanese food lovers. They offer a wide range of Japanese cuisine at fairly affordable price points.

From hearty ramen to fresh sashimi air-flown directly from Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market twice a week, this is one Japanese restaurant in the heart of Orchard Road to love if you don’t already know.

You’d be glad to hear that Tsukiji Fish Market is set to enthral with brand new additions to their vast variety of Japanese fare that they have to offer. From 9th July 2018 until 31st August 2018, you can quote ‘ladyironchef‘ to enjoy 20% off the total bill on the à la carte menu*.

Here is what you can expect on your next visit to Tsukiji Fish Market, in accordance to the concepts that they offer.

TSUKIJI FISH MARKET RESTAURANT

Sashimi lovers will rejoice at the multitudinous options that Tsukiji Fish Market Restaurant has to offer for fresh seafood. They are one of the concepts available at Tsukiji Fish Market.

The Bara Chirashi Don (S$21.80) is the ultimate go-to if you want a sashimi-centric meal and it is one value-for-money dish at that—topped with generous portions of diced salmon, tuna, swordfish, crab, salmon roe and tamago. And there is also tobiko and a small portion of uni!

Have a hankering for sashimi? Go for the 7 Kinds of Sashimi on a Ship (S$41.80) which is gloriously presented with fresh cuts of sashimi in accordance to the season. Otherwise, the fresh Oysters is a great option for sharing too—creamy and easy on the salinity, these are oysters we would find ourselves returning for.

EBIZO TEMPURA RESTAURANT

The Ebizo Tendon (S$22.80) from the Ebizo Tempura Restaurant is one hearty bowl that will definitely fill you up. The golden-brown batter which coated the tempura impressed us with its crispiness despite being doused in a sweet soy dressing.

Generously topped with fresh ebi, sea eel, snow crab leg, squid, a tempura egg, and assorted vegetables, this bowl of goodness is sure to leave you satisfied especially if you are a sucker for such deep-fried goodness.

TORI-SHO CHICKEN

Tori-Sho is yet another concept within Tsukiji Fish Market specialising in an extensive range of chicken-centric dishes. Look forward to new offerings by Tori-Sho Chicken such as the Chiritori Nabe, or opt for their classic smoky, charcoal-grilled Yakitori.

Bearing an uncanny resemblance to that of Korean Army Stew, the Chiritori Nabe (S$36.80) is a dish that stands out amongst the rest. Think of it as a massive steamboat with overflowing ingredients such as mushrooms, prawns, squids, chicken dices as well as kimchi—all soaked in a pot of slightly spicy soup.

From the mild spiciness of the robust broth to the plenteous ingredients that the dish constituted, we were sold by the complex harmony of flavours from this dish.

The Tori-Sho Chicken menu also includes an extensive variety of yakitori, such as the usual chicken thigh, wing and fillet section, as well as the more acquired innards and soft bone.

Each yakitori skewer is grilled to perfection—we particularly loved those that were slathered with their in-house tare sauce that well complemented the intense smokiness of the grilled meats.

With prices starting from just S$2.20 per skewer, we’d understand why it is so difficult to say no to these delightful sticks of goodness.

TAKUMEN RAMEN GALLERY

Ramen is undoubtedly one of the most, if not the most, comforting Japanese food. Takumen Ramen Gallery serves a limited but tantalizing range of ramen so delectable it would make you go back for more.

Ramen fanatics will be pleased to hear that Takumen Ramen Gallery has come up with new offerings—Mentaiko Ramen (S$16.80) and Wabisuke Ramen (S$16.80).

For something more unconventional, albeit alluring, opt for the Mentaiko Ramen which features a sweeter-than-average broth.

IKEZAKI STEAKHOUSE

As its name suggests, Ikezaki Steakhouse has a wide range of beef-centric fare which serves as a good alternative if you are not a fan of the usual ramen and sashimi.

Served with cherry tomatoes, avocados, an onsen egg and a huge, thick beef patty is the Loco Moco Don (S$19.80)—the newest addition to Ikezaki’s menu. For those who believe in the notion that thick beef patties will always turn out dry and hard, the one featured in the Loco Moco Don will prove you wrong with its juicy and succulent meat.

The Wagyu Roast Beef Don (S$20.80) is another option to look forward to.

If you are one that gets excited over the sizzling sounds of barbecue and watching fresh seafood grill under your nose, the Hamayaki Grill at Tsukiji Fish Market is one that will win you over. Let the chef in you shine and grill your seafood as you like!

Their à la carte menu features options such as the Grilled Scallop with Mentaiko (S$13.80/ 3pcs), Grilled Oysters with Garlic Butter Sauce (S$12.80/ 3pcs) and the Grilled Sazae with Garlic Herb Butter Sauce (S$9.80/ 6pcs) which you wouldn’t want to miss out on. The Hamayaki Grill is available for à la carte during both lunch and dinner.

Here’s a gentle reminder to quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making reservations to enjoy 20% off your total bill.

*Do note that this offer is only valid from Mondays to Thursdays, excluding public holidays and eve of public holidays, from 9th July 2018 until 31st August 2018. This promotion cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions, vouchers or offers.

Tsujiki Fish Market Restaurant
181 Orchard Road, #12-02
Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6634 2803
Daily : 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun High Tea: 3pm – 5pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

This post is brought to you by Tsukiji Fish Market Restaurant.

Photo credit: Japan Foods Holding

Konjiki Hototogisu—famous ramen shop from Tokyo—is opening in Singapore at Chijmes on 20 June 2018. Founded by Head Chef Atsushi Yamamoto in 1996, Konjiki Hototogisu started with humble origins in Shibuya, Tokyo.

Konjiki Hototogisu’s signature clam-flavoured broth ramen has won numerous awards and it has been listed on Tokyo’s Michelin Bib Gourmand list 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.

This famous ramen shop from Tokyo will be having its soft opening on 20 June from 6pm to 8pm. The official opening is on 21 June.

Konjiki Hototogisu Singapore
#01-17 Chijmes
30 Victoria Street, Singapore 187996
Daily: 12pm – 3pm, 5pm – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

Japanese food lovers, you need to know about this secret Japanese restaurant on the rooftop of Orchard Central—Tsukiji Fish Market Restaurant! It houses 5 different restaurant concepts in one, serving up flavourful Japanese fare in generous portions at fairly affordable prices.

Dishing out a vast variety of Japanese food options spanning from sushi and sashimi, ramen, tempura and an assortment of chicken dishes and wagyu dishes, to say diners will be spoilt for choice is an understatement. And the best part is being able to order from any of the 5 menus and having them served and billed together!

Tsukiji Fish Market Restaurant takes pride in providing diners with a variety of fresh seasonal fish and sashimi and you’d be happy to know that most of their seafood products are all air-flown from Tokyo’s famous Tsukiji Fish Market twice a week.

With such a stellar array of Japanese eats at a fairly reasonable price point, this larger than life Japanese Restaurant is a sure-fire hit among foodies everywhere. Here’s the cherry on top: simply quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy a 20% off during dinner with a minimum spending of S$30 in a single receipt.  This offer is valid from now until 30 November 2017.

Located at the rooftop garden of Orchard Central, experience the pleasures of traditional Japanese cuisine presented to you in a fresh and exciting way. With 5 different dining concepts including a separate sake bar under one roof, it really does not matter what your heart desires because you can have them all in one seating.

At the Tsukiji Fish Market Restaurant, diners have the freedom to choose from a wide selection of seasonal fish and seafood—prepared in the form of maki rolls, sushi, sashimi and even donburi—most of which are imported directly from Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo twice a week!

Let’s move on to the other three separate concepts to look forward to.

Ebi-Zo Ebi Tempura Restaurant specialises in tempura that is made only using fresh ingredients. Moving on, as its name suggests, Tori-Sho Chicken Cuisine presents diners with various chicken dishes from fried chicken to chicken hot pot.

Finally, Takumen Ramen Gallery centralises the most popular and mouth-watering ramen from all over Japan in one convenient location. From the classic chicken and pork based ramen to the more experimental versions featuring Italian flavours, there is bound to be something for all palates.

FRESH SASHIMI & DONBURI OPTIONS

If there is one dish worth getting at the Tsukiji Fish Market Restaurant, it is the Tsukiji Special Bara Chirashi Sushi Don (S$19.80++)—a cornucopia of salmon, swordfish, tuna, salmon roe, and uni sashimi, this is an affordable option and you get a generous bowl of fresh fish and premium rice!

To turn it up a notch, the Hokkaido Don (S$29.80++) is truly worth the splurge with uni, jumbo prawn, scallop, salmon, salmon roe and crab.

Or if you would rather do away with the carbs and head straight for the good stuff, the 7 Kinds Of Tsukiji Sashimi On A Ship (S$39.80++) comes elegantly presented with all your favourites.

HEARTY RAMEN FOR THE SOUL

The menu offerings from Tori-Sho Ramen features three sumptuous ramen bowls with unique flavour characteristics. First, the Bigiya Ramen (S$16.80++) which comprises a springy special whole wheat noodle that swims in a rich, tasty stock made with fish and chicken, a marinated egg and two thick, tender slices of chashu.

The Sakuta-ya Ramen (S$16.80++) is an authentic home-style ramen that boasts pork and chicken as its main flavour components. The result is a robust and flavourful soup that is good enough to gulp down.

The Due Italian (S$16.80++) is made using a special noodle that is blended with rich cheese. This innovative bowl comes with two balls of mozzarella cheese, a whole marinated egg, as well a thin sheet of prosciutto. Mix in the cheese together with the delicious golden chicken broth and prepare your taste buds for something truly amazing.

SPICY MISO CHICKEN HOT POT

From the chicken-focused Tori-Sho Chicken Cuisine comes the Spicy Miso Chicken SUMO Hot Pot (S$28.80++), that although bears a similar resemblance to the iconic Korean army stew, boasts something entirely different.

It arrived at our table boiling hot and what you can expect to find in this pot of goodies are chicken, meatballs, assorted vegetable and mushroom varieties and a savoury spiced miso broth.

CRISPY TENDON

If you love tempura or basically anything fried then Ebi-Zo Ebi Tempura Restaurant has got you covered.

We had their highly raved Ebi-Zo Special Tendon (S$20.80++) which came with fresh ebi, sea eel, snow crab leg, squid, a tempura egg or onsen egg, and assorted vegetables. Although it may not take the cake in terms of being the best tendon around, it sure hits the spot.

TASTY FUSION ROLLS

The Salmon & Sea Urchin Truffle Roll (S$22.80++) is probably one of the most luxurious rolls on their menu. It comes with uni that rests atop the aburi salmon. The gorgeous roll is then given a generous drizzle of truffle oil for that extra hit of umami.

GRILLED CRAB AND MISO RICE IN A HALF SHELL

Perhaps one of the most savoury dishes on the menu is the Queen Crab Miso Rice Grilled In The Shell (S$9.80++). Fresh crab meat is mixed together with a mixture of miso-infused rice, topped with cheese and grilled over charcoal. Each mouthful is a hit of savoury and salty with an assertive, almost milky-like richness from the cheese providing a nice balance to it.

As mentioned earlier, quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy a 20% off during dinner with a minimum spending of S$30 in a single receipt. This offer is valid from now until 30 November 2017.

Tsujiki Fish Market Restaurant
181 Orchard Road, #12-02
Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6634 2803
Mon to Thu, Sat & Sun: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

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There is just something so inviting about a hot bowl of rich and nourishing ramen and it is one of our go-to comfort foods whenever we need a perk me up especially on wet gloomy days in Singapore. But it is hard to find a sumptuous bowl of ramen that comes at a reasonable figure and this is why Ramen Hitoyoshi should be your next dining destination. 

Ramen Hitoyoshi is a 2-month old restaurant in Harbourfront Centre that all ramen lovers need to know. Brought to you by a partnership between local chefs Ray and Tan who have a breadth of experience in various dining establishments including Keisuke Ramen, Ramen Hitoyoshi’s menu features a selection of affordable yet tasty ramen options starting from S$10.90, and diners also have the opportunity to customise their own ramen.

Ramen Hitoyoshi focuses on Tonkotsu ramen in three varieties namely garlic, original and spicy. Aside from picking the variant of Tonkotsu broth for their ramen, diners can also choose the intensity of the taste of the soup, the amount of oil in their ramen, the thickness and texture of the ramen noodles.

And for those who need a little something to nibble on before receiving their order, Ramen Hitoyoshi provides containers of marinated bean sprouts and corn on each table to temporarily sate your hunger.

The Tonkotsu (S$10.90) comes with a piece of Chashu, black fungus, spring onion and a generous portion of ramen noodles. Our first impression of the Tonkotsu was the high viscosity of the soup; that would only mean that it must be chock full of flavour, right?

Well, yes. The thick and creamy Tonkotsu broth was oh so satisfying and we felt that for S$10.90, it was a steal. As for the Chashu, you may feel slightly disappointed when you see a singular piece but throw away all of such judgment because the meat was tender and had a melt-in-the-mouth texture.

Spicy Tonkotsu with Ajitamago (S$13.90) was another dish we enjoyed. Like the Tonkotsu, it had the same ingredient makeup except for the addition of chilli oil, Ajitamago and a scoop of spicy minced pork. For us, we did not feel that the broth was particularly spicy but it further enriched the taste of the broth.

If you are searching for quality ramen at affordable prices, make Ramen Hitoyoshi your next dining destination.

Ramen Hitoyoshi
1 Maritime Square, #01-99 Harbourfront Centre,
Singapore 099253
Tel: +65 6250 8518
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

When it comes to proper comfort food, especially on cold rainy days, there is none quite as hearty as a bowl of hot ramen. Yet, for something so simple—just hot soup, simple ingredients and noodles—restaurants in Singapore often overcharge for it.

Nestled in the heartland of Kovan along the same row as popular Thai eatery, Nakhon Kitchen is Gonpachi Ramen. At this humble ramen joint, you can expect gorgeous bowls of restaurant-standard ramen that will not cost you more than S$8.

Using freshly imported ingredients from Japan, Gonpachi Ramen serves traditional Japanese ramen, delectable rice bowls and small dishes with a blend of local flavours. This is a joint you should definitely visit for top-notch comfort food at pocket-friendly prices.

Gonpachi Ramen dishes out a creamy tonkatsu (pork bone) and tori (chicken) soup base that finds its origins in the Kyushu and Nagasaki Region of Japan. You can have the option of selecting from 3 different soup types—miso, chicken and pork.

An added bonus is that the broth is enhanced with collagen, which is believed to be the essence of health and beauty, so beauty nuts get excited.

We went for a slightly more unusual option, the Smoked Duck Chashu Ramen (S$7.80). Each bowl comes with 3 slices of smoked duck, bamboo shoots and half a flavoured egg. We liked that the noodles were cooked just right—springy, soft with a good amount of bite.

The soup was creamy, tasty but surprisingly light, which made it so easy for us to gulp down the entire bowl. The smoked duck really accentuated the broth well too.

If you are unsure of what to have, then we highly recommend going for the Seven Wonder Ramen (S$7.80) that essentially features the best of everything. This dish comprises 7 types of toppings—a large prawn, half a flavoured egg, bamboo shoots, minced meat, black fungus, corn and a spicy green chilli sauce.

We liked that this dish encompassed so many flavours, from the sweetness from the prawns and corn to the savouriness of the minced meat and broth.

Overall, we were utterly satisfied with our meal here, and considering the price we paid for such a sizeable portion of ramen, we are certain that we will be back to try their other varieties.

Gonpachi Ramen
212, Hougang Street 21, #01-329
Singapore 530212
Tel: +65 6584 1943
Sun to Thu: 11.45am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 11.45am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 10.45pm
Nearest Station: Kovan

For more recommendations, read our guide to 11 restaurants, cafes and eateries in Kovan that are worth checking out.

Sumo Bar Happy is the latest project from the team behind Standing Sushi Bar, Tanuki Raw, Shinkansen and The Secret Mermaid. Helmed by the team behind a handful of successful dining establishments, we naturally have very high expectations for this place.

The one-day-old ramen, tapas and sake bar is a delightful addition to Waterloo Street, which is just a stone’s throw away from Bras Basah MRT Station. Eat your way through a selection of Japanese ramen bowls, donburis or have some homemade tapas accompanied with their signature one cup sake.

If you are looking for a casual dining place which does not compromise on service or quality of food, Sumo Bar Happy is the place to check out.

Taking up half the floor space, you will definitely notice the sake bar when you first walk into the restaurant. That is where you can watch the bartender in action as he whips up your drink for you. As Sumo Bar Happy is a small restaurant, we would recommend you to head there early to beat the crowd.

What makes the ramen bowls there better than average is its collagen-rich tonkotsu ramen broth which can only be achieved through 48 hours of simmer. Every bowl of ramen comes with bean sprouts, toasted seaweed, black fungus and free-flow soft-boiled eggs.

The Sumo Ramen (S$23++) is a beef lover’s idea of perfection—featuring slow-roast oxtail, braised beef tendon, 8-hour-slow-roasted red wine boneless short rib and sauteed sliced US beef. Hearty eaters will enjoy its generous portions of meat.

We particularly liked how the sliced beef was tender and extremely flavourful.

Another more affordable ramen option is the Char Siew Ramen (S$17++). While it was also good and came with thick slices of roasted slow-braised Nagano pork char siew, we felt that it pales in comparison against the Sumo Ramen.

Not in the mood for ramen? There is also donburi on the menu as well. We really enjoyed their Mini Loco Moco Don (S$18) which was well executed. On top of warm Koshihikari rice is pan-seared foie gras, succulent house-made luncheon from Nagano pork and fried quail egg.

Guests also have alternatives such as Oxtail Ramen (S$21++), Mini Chirashi Don (S$18++) and a range of sides including Beef Tayaki Sliders (S$15++) and Pork Trotter Korokke (S$12++).

Sumo Bar Happy
261 Waterloo Street
01-24 Waterloo Centre
Singapore 180261
Mon to Sat: 5pm – 12 Midnight
Sun: 5pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bras Basah

Photo Credit: Drama Fever

Tsuta Ramen started out as a humble 9-seater ramen shop in Tokyo, and serves only 150 bowls daily. And they earned themselves a Michelin star last December, making it the first ramen stall to receive the coveted award.

But now, you do not need to make a trip all the way to Japan just to have a taste of this famed ramen, for they are opening a stall right here in sunny Singapore come October 2016. We can foresee snaking lines and instant popularity for Tsuta Ramen.

The quiet little stall in Tokyo sees queues from 6am daily, and we are pretty sure it won’t be any less here in Singapore.

Founded by Chef Yuki Onishi, Tsuta Ramen’s signature firm noodles are made with four types of whole wheat flour. The base of the soy broth is made with three types of shoyu: shoyu soba; shio soba; and miso.

One of the signature dishes from Tsuta Ramen is their Yakibuta Shoyu Soba, which incorporates soy sauce and a mix of seafood and chicken broth. It is then topped with classic slices of chashu pork and bamboo shoots. There are other various shoyu and shio varieties on the menu as well.

It is said that the chefs who will helm the Singapore outlet will be using the same special soy sauce and premium ingredients that its Japanese counterpart uses, hence upholding the high standards.

Tsuta Ramen is also said to be the cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant you can dine in. In Japan, a bowl of their ramen goes for ¥1,100; that’s approximately S$14. And we are hoping it won’t be crazily marked up here.

Tsuta Ramen will sit on the first level of Pacific Plaza.

Tsuta Ramen Singapore
Pacific Plaza L1
Singapore 228210
Nearest Station: Orchard

The whole Ramen Keisuke line has been known to wow fans with their fantastic ramen options, and we can only be even more excited upon knowing that they have launched a 10th outlet in Clarke Quay – Ramen Keisuke Lobster King.

This new concept sees Chef Keisuke Takeda going back to his French culinary roots, creating a unique Lobster Broth Ramen, which will be served exclusively at this new outlet. And for all supper goers, Ramen Keisuke Lobster King opens daily from 6pm all the way till 5am!

He uses only premium French rock lobsters specially imported from France. The rock lobsters are first de-shelled, then the shell is pan-fried, crushed into fine bits and subsequently simmered for 6 hours with a special blend of herbs and vegetables to create a flavourful clear broth.

If you pick the creamy broth version, look forward to an even more intense flavour for the whole simmering process takes an additional 4 to 6 hours.

The menu will offer 4 different ramen options – Lobster Broth Ramen with Clear Soup (S$13.90), Lobster Broth Ramen with Rich Creamy Soup (S$14.90), Miso Lobster Broth Ramen (S$14.90) and Spicy Miso Lobster Broth Ramen ($15.90). And they are all served with super tender pork belly and chicken char siew, black pepper prawn wontons topped with crunchy bamboo shoots.

Other than just these 4 ramen options, you have a variety of side dishes to pick from. Some stand-outs are Beef Tataki (S$9.80), Pork Gyoza (S$8.80, 5 pieces) and Stir-Fried Mushrooms with Garlic Butter (S$8.80). You can now have an excellent post-night out dining option, right in the heart of Clarke Quay.

Ramen Keisuke Lobster King
3C River Valley Road
#01-07 The Cannery
Singapore 179022
Tel: +65 6255 2828
Daily: 6pm – 5am (Last order at 4.30am)
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Photos credit: Ramen Keisuke Lobster King

Menya Musashi is one of the most popular ramen shops in Japan, and when they first opened in Singapore, there was a lot of hype and the wait during meal times was easily at least an hour. Nowadays, the queue is not as crazy as before, and it is also partly because Menya Musashi has five outlets around the island.

Menya offers three different types of ramen – ‘White’, ‘Red’ and ‘Black. The classic is the ‘White’ Ramen, a hearty bowl of springy noodles in a thick and rich tonkatsu broth. My favourite – and what I would go back to enjoy time and time again – is the ’Red’ Ramen which comes with a spicy and intense broth. The ‘Black’ Ramen with garlic and onions, on the other hand, is a little too oily for my liking.

Every branch has the same ramen soup bases, but they serve different toppings. The aburi duck is good, but it pales in comparison when the toothsome kakuni (braised pork belly) comes into the picture. The same goes for the chashu. It is good, but I have had better ones elsewhere, so whenever I dine at Menya Musashi, I always make sure to have the Red Ramen with Kakuni.

One of the reasons why Menya Musashi’s ramen is so special is because of the broth. It is boiled for more than nine hours, and the chef has to stir it every half an hour to prevent the bottom from being burned.

There are mixed reviews about Menya Musashi. There are many supporters who would rave about the ramen and go as far as to say that it is one of the best ramen in Singapore. There are also others who find it over-hyped and do not understand why it is so popular. I appreciate Menya Musashi because the ramen is always consistently good. And now that it is available in Singapore, I am glad that we no longer need to fly to Tokyo just to satisfy our ramen cravings.

Menya Musashi
Raffles City
252 North Bridge Road
Tel: +65 6336 6500
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

Ion Orchard
2 Orchard Turn, #B3-25
Tel: +65 6509 9394
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Vivocity
1 Harbourfront Walk #01-104
Tel: +65 6376 9519
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

For more recommendations, read our guide to the best ramen in Singapore

Ramen is one of the most popular Japanese food for a reason. It is not only comforting and delicious, but also relatively affordable. We are very lucky that there are many good ramen shops in Singapore which are as good as the ones that you can find in Japan.

Here is a guide to the best ramen in Singapore.

Bari Uma Ramen

Bari Uma does a mean bowl of ramen which we feel is completely underrated. Don’t miss out on their gyozas, which were fresh, succulent and bursting with juices.

#B1-01 Tanglin Shopping Centre
19 Tanglin Road
Tel: +65 6887 4484
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Ippudo Ramen

Often cited by ramen aficionados as the best ramen in Singapore, Ippudo is also one of the most expensive. But it is not unjustified, considering the food quality and the luxe dining environment. Don’t miss out on their pork buns while you are there too.

333A Orchard Road
#04-02/03/04 Mandarin Gallery
Tel: +65 6235 2797
Mon to Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Keisuke Tonkotsu King

The snaking queues during lunch and dinner time probably says it all – Keisuke Tonkotsu King is the epitome of ramen, and probably the closest you’d ever get to an authentic ramen experience.

#01-19 Orchid Hotel
1 Tras Street
Tel: +65 6636 0855
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Keisuke Tori King

It is hard to imagine how a chicken-based broth can taste so good, but Keisuke Tori King yet again impresses with a robust broth that is surprisingly light on the palate. We particularly liked the tender chicken thigh that comes with each bowl, with meat so tender we do not even miss our chashu.

#03-15 100 AM
100 Tras Street
Tel: +65 6604 6861
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Marutama Ramen

Another popular ramen restaurant in Singapore is Marutama Ramen. It specialises in chicken soup-based ramen, which is light and tasty, and great for a quick lunch.

#03-90 The Central
8 Eu Tong Sen Street
Tel: +65 6534 8090
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Menya Musashi

Menya Musashi commanded long queues in the first few months, but the hype has died down since then which is unfortunate, as they’ve opened a few more branches around and out of town. Those with big appetites will be glad to know that they allow one to order up to five times the amount of noodles without any additional charge.

#01-16 Raffles City Shopping Centre
252 North Bridge Road
Tel: +65 6336 6500
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

Miharu Sapporo Ramen

If you are a fan of Sapporo style ramen, check out Miharu Sapporo which just reopened at Millenia Walk. Come here for the signature miso-based ramen with buttered sweetcorn.

Millenia Walk #01-06
9 Raffles Boulevard
Tel: +65 6733 8464
Daily: 12.00pm to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall/Promenade

Nantsuttei

We like Nantsuttei for its simple, hearty and flavourful stock. The original Nantsuttei ramen comes with a rather generous layer of roasted garlic oil, which may be a tad greasy for some.

181 Orchard Road
Orchard Central #07-12/13
Tel: +65 6337 7166
Daily: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Ramen Santouka

Here is a worthy contender for the best all-rounded ramen. A robust broth, chewy noodles and one of the most tender chashu we have had (it is the prized pork cheek after all), it is one easy ramen to love.

#02-76, Central, 6 Eu Tong Sen Street
Tel: +65 6224 0668
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Tampopo Japanese Restaurant

We love how Tampopo comes up with new dishes every once in a while – we tried their triple black ramen recently which came with a squid ink-infused noodles in a light ink-tinged broth, topped with their black pig shabu shabu-style. Though not always impressive, we are glad there’s always something new to look forward to on their menu. Otherwise, their Tonkatsu Ramen is always good. A bowl of delicious ramen accompanied by Tampopo’s signature tonkatsu.

391 Orchard Road
#B2-33 Ngee Ann City
Tel: +65 6235 2318
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Tonkotsu Kazan Ramen

The theatrics itself is already worth a visit, though that is secondary to the flavourful broth. Go for the Ishiyaki ramen that comes in a pre-heated stone bowl, and supposedly resembles an erupting volcano when soup is poured in.

#02-68/69 Square 2
10 Sinaran Drive
Tel: +65 6379 6636
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Novena

Uma Uma Ramen

Chef Iggy’s take on this Japanese classic is quite unlike any other ramen. The broth has an interesting twist, and epitomises umami.

583 Orchard Road
#01-41/42/43 Forum The Shopping Mall
Tel: +65 6235 0855
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 3pm, 6.30pm – 10pm
Sun: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Ippudo is one of Japan’s top ramen shops and there was a hype when it opened in 2009. Even till today, there are often long queues during lunch and dinner.

The founder of Ippudo, Shigemi Kawahara, is known as the Ramen King after three consecutive first place wins on a nationwide ramen-making competition where the top ramen chefs compete to create the best ramen.

Does Ippudo ramen at Mandarin Gallery live up to the hype?

Ciki and I were there for dinner on a weekday, and it was fortunate that we went early as there was a long queue waiting outside shortly after. Upon entering Ippudo, I was pleasantly surprised by the interior. Unlike the usual ramen places, the dimly lit restaurant at Mandarin Gallery, Orchard road has a modern and classy vibe.

Besides ramen, Ippudo’s menu also has other side dishes like Agedashi Tofu ($10), Gyoza ($6), Chashu Hotplate ($8) and Tonkotsu Croquette ($12). After a quick glance at the menu, we ordered the classic Shiromaru Motoaji ($15) – original recipe tonkatsu soup served with Hakata-style thin noodles, rosu chashu, cabbage and spring onion; and Karaka-Men ($17) – Ippudo pork broth with special spicy miso and ground pork.

The chashu, oh the chashu.

At Ippudo, the Shiromaru Motoaji ($15) comes with a gorgeous piece of rosu chashu (pork loin). The Hakata-style noodles are springy and delightful, while the broth is refreshing and very addictive.

It is one of those moments where you find it hard to explain how something so simple can taste so delicious.

The Karaka-Men ($17), on the other hand, has a spicy kick to it and is no less addictive than the Shiromaru.

Like other ramen shops, Ippudo has its own regulars who swear by it and visit on a regular basis to satisfy their ramen cravings. While there are also others who felt that it is overrated and not as good as the one in Japan.

I think it all boils down to knowing how to manage your expectations. Ippudo has always been known as one of the best ramen shops in Japan, and this probably explains why some people go there with ridiculously high expectations and end up being disappointed.

For me, there is no doubt that Ippudo at Mandarin Gallery is one of the best ramen restaurants in Singapore. The question is, are you willing to queue up for it?

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Ippudo Ramen
333A Orchard Road
#04-02/03/04 Mandarin Gallery
Tel: +65 6235 2797
Mon to Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 10pm

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I first knew of Keisuke Tokyo Ramen at Parco Marina Bay when I went to Nantsuttei Ramen for lunch. One of my favourite hobbies is to read restaurants’ menu, and I remember that they had an ebi-based broth (not Shio, not tonkatsu, not shoyu) ramen when I took a glance at their menu.

A while back, I went to Keisuke Tokyo for lunch, specifically for their award-winning ebi ramen, only to find out that they’ve removed it from the menu late last year.

Is Keisuke Tokyo still worth going? Is Keisuke Tokyo the best ramen restaurant in Singapore? Just how good exactly is Keisuke Tokyo to win the prestigious title of Ramen King in TV Tokyo’s Ramen Champion Series?

Maybe it’s just me, but I don’t think so.

The only ramen that shouted “EAT-ME” was the Kani ramen (crab stock), but we thought that it was unremarkable. While it was interesting to try the crab stock, the Watarikani Ramen ($15.8) wasn’t out-of-this-world good. The Tonkatsu Ramen ($13) – see the next picture – was decent, but not enough to make me go all the way to Parco Marina Bay just to eat this.

There are only a few things in the kitchen’s arsenal, but it does a pretty good job of accessorising them with different toppings and soup bases to make the menu appear bigger than it is. That’s not to say that there aren’t things to order. Besides the many variations of ramen ($11-15), Keisuke Tokyo also has side dishes like Karaage ($6), Yaki Gyoza ($1 each), Tonkatsu ($9) and Tori Teriyaki ($6) on the menu.

Would I go back to Keisuke Tokyo for their ramen? I’m not sure. There are after-all many Japanese restaurants in Parco Marina Bay at Millenia Walk to try.

That said, Keisuke Tokyo remains one of the more popular ramen places in Singapore, so if you haven’t been there before, maybe you would like to drop by for a visit and let me know if I missed out on anything.

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Keisuke Tokyo
9 Raffles Boulevard
#P3-02 Parco Marina Bay Millenia Walk
Tel: +65 6337 7919

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It has been a while since my last visit to Holland Village, and I was pleasantly surprised to see a couple of new faces. My list of restaurants in Holland Village is slightly outdated now, I will be updating it soon.

Anyway, our main objective that night was 2am Dessert Bar, so we decided to have a light dinner at Yoshimaru Ramen Bar.

Yoshimaru Ramen Bar is famous for their Hakata Ramen, or known as Tonkotsu (pork bone) Ramen. I don’t really know much about ramen, but from what I understand, the broth for Tonkotsu ramen is made from boiling pork bones over high heat for many hours. The result is hearty pork flavoured soup with ultra thin ramen.

I had the Traditional Hakata Ramen ($11), and it was excellent. With a gorgeous runny boiled egg and the mouth-watering char siu, the bowl of rich and flavourful ramen was the perfect thing for a rainy night.

We also had the Shabu-shabu Pork Ramen ($14), which came with thin pork slices instead of char siu. There are a few choices on Yoshimaru Ramen Bar’s menu, you can also go for the Moridakusen Ramen ($15) which has all the toppings, or the spicy Yoshimaru Tan Tan Mian with peanut sauce and chilli oil.

My favourite ramen places in Singapore are still Tampopo restaurant and Ramen Santouka, but Yoshimaru Ramen Bar is a pretty decent place to have a quick dinner if you are at Holland Village. And oh yes, just in case you are interested, the Japanese Ramen Bar is under the same management as Jumbo Seafood Restaurant.

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Yoshimaru Ramen Bar
31 Lorong Liput
Holland Village Singapore
Tel: +65 6463 3132

902 East Coast Parkway, Blk B
#01-12 Playground @ Big Splash Singapore
Tel: +65 6346 3132