Sabrina Muysken
If you’ve ever driven down Falcon Street, Crows Nest at nighttime, then chances are you’ve already noticed the curious line of people that gather in front of an orange wall from 5pm onwards. Even more mysteriously, when you try to sneakily peer in through the window your eyes are met by a careful arrangement of curtains and signage. But, what exactly are people lining up for? The best Ramen in town, of course.
Inside there’s nothing very lavish going on here, which somehow builds your anticipation. The walls are stark yellow and the décor is modest to say the least. Butchers paper lines the walls, penned with fan letters to the Chef. The vibe is close to what you’d expect from an authentic Ramen restaurant in the very heart of Tokyo. It’s hard not to assume the minimalist interior means the Chef’s energies are being solely directed into creating that perfect bowl of magical noodles.
The menu is simple as expected and offers a range of various pork, chicken and veggie noodle soups alongside a bevy of rice and veggie dishes. Disappoint it does not. Serving enormous, deep filled bowls with your weapon (or broth) of choice you find yourself thanking your past self for every minute they waited outside. With a range of sweet, spicy and sour dishes on offer, this place will surely have your tastebuds dancing in your mouth. Feeling extra adventurous? Forgo the menu and ask the chef to decide for you.
It’s time to join the queue and try this enigmatic gem before the rest of Sydney’s food scene finds out.
Stand out dishes
*Pork soup (TON KO TSU) – Spicy hot flavour w/roast pork, egg, shallots
*Ramen noodles in soy sauce soup (No stock) w/mix veggies, egg
*Chicken soup – Sour flavour w/prawn mince balls, veggies
*Plum rice balls
Essential Info
Where: 125 Falcon Street Crows Nest
Cost: Entrees from $3.50, mains from $10
Contact: (02) 9955 0225
Please note there are no reservations & cash only
