5 Ramen Spots in Bangalore That Deserve the Hype

If you think good ramen is hard to find in Bengaluru, think again. Beyond the noisy hotspots and Insta-famous bowls, there’s a quieter, more authentic ramen scene—crafted by chefs who care more about broth depth than buzz.

Here are 5 underrated ramen places where the noodles are chewy, the broths are deep, and every bowl feels like a warm hug.

1. Matsuri – The Chancery Hotel, Lavelle Road

Location: The Chancery Hotel, 10/6 Lavelle Road, Bengaluru
Best Ramen to Order:

• Shoyu Ramen

• Miso Ramen
  Why Visit: True Japanese flavours with zero fusion. Subtle, comforting, and incredibly authentic.
  Book / Info:
  https://www.thechanceryhotels.com/matsuri

2. Nihon Jin – Ulsoor

Location: OYO Townhouse, Near Ulsoor Lake, Bengaluru
Best Ramen to Order:

• Tonkotsu Ramen

• Chicken Paitan Ramen
  Why Visit: Small, minimalistic, and known for slow-simmered broths that taste like Japan, not Bengaluru fusion.
  Book / Info:
  https://www.nihonjin.in/

3. The Ramen Lord – Indiranagar (Pop-Ups + Delivery Only)

Location: Indiranagar (Cloud Kitchen + Chef Pop-Ups)
Best Ramen to Order:

• Shio Ramen

• Garlic Tonkotsu
  Why Visit: A chef-driven passion project. Limited batches, handcrafted noodles, and broths that take hours—not shortcuts.
  Book / Order:
  https://www.instagram.com/theramenlordblr/

4. Taiki – Indiranagar

Location: 656, 12th Main Road, Indiranagar
Best Ramen to Order:

• Spicy Korean Ramen

• Veg Miso Ramen
  Why Visit: Beautiful Korean-Japanese bowls with clean flavours and great vegetarian options.
  Book / Info:
  https://taiki.in/

5. Kuuraku – Koramangala

Location: 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru
Best Ramen to Order:

• Classic Shoyu Ramen

• Miso Butter Ramen
  Why Visit: Japanese chain with fun ambience, rich broths, and consistently satisfying bowls.
  Book / Info:
  https://kuuraku.in/

Final Thoughts

Ramen in Bengaluru isn’t just a food trend—it’s a niche community, built quietly by chefs who respect the soul of the dish. These five spots don’t rely on hype or crowds. They rely on craft. Depth. Slurp-worthiness.

If you’re ready to explore Bengaluru beyond the mainstream, let this list be your ramen trail.
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