The Ramen Shop - Newtown
4.3 835 japanese restaurant The Ramen Shop started as a pop up restaurant in 2013, bringing traditional Japanese Ramen altered with Kiwi ingenuity t -41.3140214 174.780039?
About this score
A weighted average across available review sources.
The Ramen Shop started as a pop up restaurant in 2013, bringing traditional Japanese Ramen altered with Kiwi ingenuity to create a unique identity and flavour.
What to Order
Menu Highlights
Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen
Spicy Chicken Ramen
Tonkotsu Ramen
Steamed Buns
What People Say
"Holy Shoyu Shiitake batman this is the tastiest ramen in Wellington."
Reviewers consistently praise the flavour and quality of the ramen, particularly the Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen, while noting the friendly service.
"Holy Shoyu Shiitake batman this is the tastiest ramen in Wellington. Broth fire, hand made ramen fire, pickled shiitake fire, pickled cucumber fire, nori yum, spring onion yum, fried onion yum. Price $19 unbelieveable flavour to dollar ratio. Gobsmacked."
"Ramen very yummy. Great atmosphere but suited to smaller groups of 1-4 people. The best ramen we’ve had in NZ."
"Loved the regular and spicy tonkotsu and really enjoyed the pork bao buns. Highly recommend!"
The Vibe
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