Known for being delicious, nutritious and hearty, ramen has become one of the most popular dishes in the world over the past decade. The Japanese dish has enjoyed a rapid rise in popularity and Canberra has a number of great local restaurants providing quality ramen.
So, whether you are looking for takeaway or a nice dining experience, check out our list of the best ramen spots in Canberra to help you decide where to make your order.
Skip to the list of Canberra's best ramen restaurants
- Baby Su
- Ramen Daddy
- Ramen O
- Ramentic
- Tenkomori Ramen House
- White Chaco
What makes a great ramen restaurant?
Like with any style of restaurant, there are several key qualities to look for in a great ramen spot.
Quality food: The most important part of a eating out at a restaurant is obviously the food. Great ramen joints all take tremendous pride in the meals they serve, using fresh, quality ingredients to make sure the taste is spot on and customers are satisfied. They will also offer a number of different options of ramen to suit people of all types of likes and dietary requirements.
Value for money: Eating out can often be expensive so patrons want to make sure they are getting bang for their buck. Thankfully, ramen is typically made from rather cheap ingredients so you shouldn't have to fork out too much for a delicious bowl at a quality restaurant.
Great service: Fantastic service is important for any restaurant to make sure their customers are looked after and enjoy the experience. A great restaurant will have friendly, attentive staff and also ensure you are not waiting too long for your food.
The best ramen restaurants in Canberra 2024
To be listed as one of Canberra’s best, Canberra Daily requires them to have maintained a track record of positive reviews on Google or Facebook, with a minimum average of 4/5 stars.
When looking for tasty ramen in Canberra, check out our list of the best local restaurants below.
Ramen O
Ramen O provides an authentic Japanese dining experience at two convenient locations across Canberra (Belconnen and Woden).
The restaurant has a large number of ramen bowls to choose from, and they also specialise in gyoza dumplings.
Adri D left this positive review on Google; “Unassuming looking place in an out-of-the-way location, but I would say this is top3 ramen in Australia! The noodles are just right, the broth is rich, and the pork chasiu are just out of this world. Highly recommended.”
Ramen Daddy
Eddy and John are the minds behind Ramen Daddy, combining their passion for French and Japanese cuisine to create this popular Canberra restaurant.
They have a variety delicious ramen dishes to choose from, including plant-based, pork, chicken and spicy miso pork ramen.
Jira Lee wrote this review on Google; “Best ramen in Canberra! Great and friendly service. The vibe can be casual or a bit more formal, love it! LOVE LOVE the ramen.”
White Chaco
White Chaco is a beloved local restaurant in Braddon, featuring a range of delicious Asian dishes at reasonable prices.
They have an extensive food menu with plenty of ramen options, including truffle ramen and a number of pork offerings. The drinks menu also features plenty of great choices to enjoy with your food.
On Google, Shih Feng Kao left this glowing review; “One of the best Ramen I have ever tasted in Australia! I ordered the chicken wings, scollop, garlic pork ramen, and sesame ice cream today. What makes me most surprised is their ramen soup doesn’t have pork stinky flavor, but comes with strong fragrance of pork bone and gentle garlic smell. Besides that, the chicken wings taste fantastic, though they are more like Korean and Taiwanese flavor to me.Btw, the waiters are also friendly and enthusiastic. Definitely will come back and visit again”
Tenkomori Ramen House
The name says it all really, with Tenkomori Ramen House producing delicious ramen for customers to enjoy.
Located in the city, this Japanese restaurant offers a huge range of ramen dishes that you can customise to your liking, along with rice bowls and curries.
David W wrote this Google review; “We ordered curry, ramen and multiple other delicious side dishes. The food was amazing and it truly felt like we were eating in Japan. If you’re looking for homemade Japanese comfort food this is the place to go. The food delivery was quick and the service was great.”
Baby Su
Baby Su is the playful and fast-paced sibling to Lazy-Su, offering a wide range of delicious meals.
The casual walk-in restaurant has three popular ramen options on their menu, fried chicken, wonton and pork belly. They also have plenty of snacks available, along with bowls and bao-gers.
Jimmy Lu left this review on Google; “Decided to give this Baby Su a try, and that wasn’t a wrong choice.. All dishes tasted extremely amazing, and the place was clean and tidy. Absolutely worthy for a five-star review:)”
Ramentic
Located in the heart of the city, Ramentic is a local restaurant dedicated to making delicious, authentic Japanese food.
They specialise in ramen dishes and offer up a variety of tasty options on their menu, including pork, chicken, vegetable and dry noodle offerings.
Tashi Dendup wrote this positive review on Google; “It was an exciting and enriching dining there and experience Japanese food and drink. The ramen was fabulous and so were the drinks. And I even tried to drink Somaek out of Asahi and sake. Above all, the staff were amazing!!! Will defo visit again!!”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ramen?
A wide variety of ramen exists in Japan, however the most common dish in Australia involves noodles served in a broth flavoured with soy or miso sauce. It is usually served with a few different toppings including pork, chicken or fish, dried seeweed, bamboo shoots, scallions, a boiled egg plus other options.
Is ramen simple to make at home?
Yes, and it is typically made from cheap ingredients so doesn’t cost much to make at home. There are plenty of different styles of ramen, so you can experiment with a variety of recipes to find the one you like best.
Where did ramen originate?
The birthplace of ramen has been somewhat debated with the dish gaining popularity in China and Japan at roughly the same time in the early 1900s. The dish was originally known as “Chinese soba”, but the Japanese continued to adapt it and it later became known as ramen. It is now widely considered a part of Japanese cuisine.
Can I customise my ramen toppings?
Most ramen shops allow customers to choose additional toppings or make adjustments to suit their preferences. Common toppings include sliced pork, marinated eggs, nori (seaweed), bean sprouts, corn, bamboo shoots, and various types of mushrooms.
Is ramen gluten-free?
Traditional ramen noodles are made from wheat flour, which contains gluten. However, there are gluten-free ramen options available, made with alternative flours such as rice or buckwheat. Some restaurants offer gluten-free ramen for those with dietary restrictions or preferences.
