Kolkata is embracing Japanese cuisine with open arms, with loads of spots serving up tasty sushi, ramen, katsu, and more. From upscale dining to cosy local joints, the variety of places serving both authentic and creative ramen will amaze you. It's clear that the city of joy has developed a fondness for a comforting bowl of ramen, no matter the season. Here are the top picks for the best ramen in town!
8 Places Serving The City's Finest Ramen For You To Slurp On
The Fatty Bao
Every detail at The Fatty Bao, from the Japanese lanterns to the chopsticks on the menu cards, immerses you in an authentic Asian journey. Their Seafood Tempura Udon Noodles is a highlight for us, featuring perfectly cooked ramen with basil and lemongrass-flavoured spicy tomato fish and prawn broth, calamari, prawn and fish tempura, shredded nori, seven spice mix, and homemade yuzu kosho. It is one of the most perfectly cooked ramen noodles you'll taste in the city.
Timing: 12 PM to 12 AM
Rating: 4.4/5
LBB's Pick: Seafood Tempura Udon Noodles
Taki Taki
When it comes to Taki Taki's offerings in Kolkata, Japanese cuisine is the star. Among their standout dishes is the Wakayama Ramen, celebrated for its velvety, rich broth featuring kombu, pak choi, wood ear mushrooms, roasted nori, doubanjiang, and your preference of ajitsuke tamago (ramen eggs) or tofu.
Timing: 12 PM to 2 AM
Rating: 4.3/5
LBB's Pick: The Chicken Wakayama Ramen
Asia! Asia! Asia!
For an exciting street-inspired dining adventure, visit Asia! Asia! Asia! in the lively Sector 5 of Salt Lake. They nail the vibe of Asian street food with a modern spin. Indulge in their sizzling stone ramen bowls, like the Spicy Katsu Ramen Bowl, for a Tokyo flavour explosion. It's the perfect balance of spice, juiciness, noodles bathed in Katsu sauce and a blend of crispy panko chicken cutlet, creamy curry sauce, and rice.
Timing: 12 PM to 12 AM
Rating: 4/5
LBB's Pick: Spicy Katsu Ramen Bowl
The Flaming Bowl
The Flaming Bowl in Kolkata brings vegetarian Pan-Asian cuisine to life, ensuring everyone can enjoy perfect ramen bowls. If you're new we suggest trying their standout dish, the Kinoko Ramen Bowl, which features three types of mushrooms—shiitake, button, and black fungus—and is served with soupy noodles in a chilli bean flavour. If you've not tried ramen before, it's the ideal introduction to this cuisine.
Timing: 12 PM to 11:30 PM
Rating: 4.3/5
LBB's Pick: Kinoko Ramen Bowl
Vintage Asia
Vintage Asia at JW Marriott Kolkata offers a luxurious ramen experience with opulent ambience and impeccable service. Their curated selection of ramen is crafted with premium ingredients and showcases the sheer artistry and dedication with which they serve their food. Their Spicy Black Miso Ramen is our favourite, and we're sure that once you taste it, it will be yours too. It is made of noodles, spicy diced chicken, chopped garlic, black sesame chiyu, layu chilli oil, double broth and miso tare.
Timing: 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM and 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM
Rating: 4.7/5
LBB's Pick: Spicy Black Miso Ramen
Momo I Am
With several locations in the city, Momo I Am has a relaxed vibe for a chill dining outing. Their ramen menu covers all bases, from rich and filling to light and refreshing, catering to every taste bud. We recommend you try their Tonkatsu Pork Ramen, made with 12 hours of cooked broth, marinated/braised imported Belgian pork belly, soft-boiled egg and roasted seaweed.
Timing: 12 PM to 10 PM
Rating: 4.3/5
LBB's Pick: Tonkatsu Pork Ramen
Snack On Sushi
Snack On Sushi is your go-to for quick bites with delicious ramen. If you like sushi, you'll be happy to know that they have around 15 sushi varieties as well. We suggest indulging in their irresistible Chicken Shoyu Ramen, which is filled with chicken, boiled egg, veggies, and noodles—they even have a veggie option.
Timing: 12 PM to 10 PM
Rating: 4.7/5
LBB's Pick: Chicken Shoyu Ramen
Soba Sassy
Salads to desserts, Soba Sassy offers an array of dishes with authentic cooking techniques and fresh twists that pack a punch of flavour. While you're here, don't miss their mind-blowing cocktails that blend blending Asian flavours with classic drinks. When it comes to ramen, their Rockin' and Ramen chicken is one of their bestsellers. It is a masterful creation; the chicken ramen delights with its balanced fusion of subtle flavours and textures.
Timing: 12:30 PM to 11:45 PM
Rating: 4.4/5
LBB's Pick: Rockin' And Ramen Chicken