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Melbourne's OG queue-worthy tonkotsu ramen — rich broth, customisable noodles, secret extra-hot spice levels.
From Hakata Gensuke's 24-hour tonkotsu to Snow Monkey's rock lobster broth and Sara Craft's clam shoyu, Melbourne CBD's ramen scene rivals Tokyo.
From Hakata Gensuke's 24-hour tonkotsu to Snow Monkey's rock lobster broth and Sara Craft's clam shoyu, Melbourne CBD's ramen scene rivals Tokyo.
Melbourne's OG queue-worthy tonkotsu ramen — rich broth, customisable noodles, secret extra-hot spice levels.
Arcade-tucked ramen house off Bourke Street, famous for free extra noodles and no-bookings queues.
A CBD ramen counter built around its Australian rock lobster bisque broth, a bowl that splits opinion but keeps drawing crowds.
CBD ramen spot open till 1am on weekends, known for Volcano ramen — though broth seasoning divides reviewers.
Basement tonkotsu ramen specialist on Russell St, known for rich broth and handmade mochi.
Melbourne Central's quick-fire Japanese counter for tonkotsu ramen, sushi rolls and curry rice.
CBD ramen bar drawing queues for dry-aged noodles, clam shoyu broth and yuzu duck ramen.
The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from the reviews we track.