In a city that has a first-of-its-kind standalone ramen shop, a steaming bowl of ramen isn't too far away. Bangalore has some really good spots that serve up some of the finest ramen we have had in recent times. If you are looking to indulge in a bowl of ramen, we've got you covered. Scroll down to see the list of the best ramen in Bangalore. Slurp up!
Miso, Tonkotsu Or Shoyu: The Definitive Guide To Having Ramen In Bangalore
Naru Noodle Bar
Naru Noodle Bar is the city's first standalone ramen shop that's modelled like the ramen shops you'll find in Tokyo. Now, Naru is infamous for its reservation policy which has been making Bangaloreans play fastest fingers to reserve a spot for more than a year now, but once you do get a spot, then you're in for a treat. Apart from the standard lineup of shoyu, tonkotsu, and miso ramen, Chef Kavan and his team also put out monthly and seasonal special bowls. There are also mini bowls for those who can't have an entire bowl for themselves. Besides, ramen, small plates such as Karaage, Wakame Salad, Temaki Tacos, and Edamame.
Must-Try Ramen: Tonkotsu Ramen, Tori Paitan Ramen, Hazelnut Tantanmen Ramen, and Tokyo-style Shoyu Ramen
Price For Two: INR 2,000
Kuuraku
The izakaya-style set-up of Kuuraku is a hit with us and we often head here for some of their yakitori and ramen. Their ramen portions are quite filling and when paired with options such as Tori Kushi, you've got yourself a meal and a half. They have eight ramen on their menu and they often do season specials as well, including one good vegetarian ramen with a pumpkin broth that they did for their anniversary! So good!
Must-Try Ramen: Iekei Ramen, Kuuraku Ramen, Tantanmen Ramen, and Karamen Ramen
Price For Two: INR 1,500
Harima
One of the city’s oldest Japanese restaurants, Harima has a few ramen options that you can choose from. Our go-to order at Harima for ramen is the classic Shoyu Ramen which you can order in two sizes—regular or large. In fact, all their ramen bowls are available in these two sizes. The Tantanmen Ramen is a spicy version (we haven't particularly found it spicy, but if you have low tolerance, then it might be spicy for you) and the Chashu Ramen comes with a chicken broth and Chashu (pork). For vegetarians, there's the Negi Ramen.
Must-Try Ramen: Shoyu Ramen, Tantanmen Ramen, Chashu Ramen, and Negi Ramen
Price For Two: INR 2,000
Azukii Bistro
Azuki has a Hiyashi Chuka which is a cold ramen bowl topped with veggies that is perfect for the summer. But if it's a big bowl of broth that you want to down, then the signature Paitan Ramen which is made with a slow-cooked eight-hour chicken broth is what you should pick. You can add chicken or pork as your choice of meat. The noodles are handmade and we love that. The Shoyu Ramen is the other option to which you can add chicken or pork chashu. There's nothing for vegetarians here, unfortunately.
Must-Try Ramen: Paitan Ramen and Shoyu Ramen
Price For Two: INR 1,800
Matsuri
This Japanese restaurant in Central Bangalore is one of our favourites for its sushi and tempura situation. But we also drop by here occasionally for their ramen. They do an excellent Miso Paitan Ramen and that's our usual order. They serve half-portions for some of their ramen and if you like dry ramen, they do a version with ground pork. Matsuri is also one of the few places in town that does Shio Ramen—a salted broth ramen.
Must-Try Ramen: Miso Paitan Ramen, Tantanmen Ramen, Kaisen Shio Ramen
Price For Two: INR 2,000
Nasi and Mee
Nasi and Mee, the South East Asian restaurant, has East Asian elements in the form of sushi and ramen. Their ramen menu is limited but has an interesting mix of chicken and vegetarian ramen. We're told their chicken broth is a 4-hour slow-cooked broth and they do a miso, spicy Korean, and a shoyu variant with it. Vegetarians, they have an oat milk-based ramen and it's one of the better vegetarian ramen we've tried in recent times.
Must-Try Ramen: Spicy Korean-style Chicken Ramen, Miso Chicken Ramen, N&M Spicy Tofu Ramen
Price For Two: INR 1,400
Burma Burma
Okay, you might be wondering why Burma Burma is on this list. Yes, we know their vegetarian and vegan Burmese food is so good, but their Kaya Oh, a Burmese Ramen made with shiitake mushroom broth and topped with crumbled tofu and bok choy needs a special mention on this list. It's served with a red bean relish and instead of your usual ramen noodles, this one has glass noodles. It's a winner for us. Like, that's the beauty of ramen. So many interpretations.
Price For Two: INR 1,800