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Taiwanese people love Japanese cuisine—from ramen and sushi to sashimi and yakitori. Among them, ramen has a particularly loyal fan base. There are even annual online polls to crown the best ramen shops. Ramen broth typically comes in six major varieties: tonkatsu (pork bone), shoyu (soy sauce), shio (salt), miso, seafood, and chicken paitan. For those who crave bold flavors and love noodles, which type is your go-to? Today, we’re bringing you a guide to six popular and delicious ramen shops in Taipei. Each one is a hit with locals and visitors alike—no disappointments here! Just be ready to wait, as these hot spots are often packed with long queues and limited seating.

Taipei Food Guide｜Top Ramen Picks in Taipei

Butanchu Ramen – Fuxing Branch

Originating from Ichijoji Ramen Street in Kyoto, one of Japan’s most competitive ramen battlegrounds, Butanchu has over 100 years of history. They proudly make their noodles in-house, and you can customize the broth, base seasoning, garlic, and back fat to your liking. Choose from three types of noodles—thin, medium, wavy, or Tenryu noodles. Broth options include light, rich, and spicy, with either salt or soy sauce base. Their signature tonkatsu broth is rich but not overly thick, with added ground meat and back fat for depth, packed with collagen, and full of umami. Plus, the generous toppings are super satisfying!

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• Address: No. 6, Lane 16, Section 1, Da’an Rd, Da’an District, Taipei, Taiwan
• Opening Hours: 12:00–15:00 / 17:00–22:00

Morimendou M.M Taipei

Morimendou has been in the spotlight since opening developed and overseen by Koji Morozumi, the world’s first Michelin-starred ramen chef. Their team is composed of ramen experts trained by top Japanese ramen chains. This shop specializes in a rich and hearty style, different from typical ramen, while also showcasing delicate Kanto-style clear broths. To suit Taiwanese palates, they offer two broth options: the more intense authentic Japanese flavor and a lighter Taiwanese-style broth. Limited-time specials are also released throughout the year. Craving Michelin-quality ramen? Be sure to reserve online!

• Address: 1F, No. 52, Dongfeng St, Da’an District, Taipei, Taiwan
• Phone: +886 2-2704-6358
• Opening Hours: Weekdays 11:30–14:30 / 17:30–20:30; Weekends 11:30–20:30

Raku Kou Ramen

Located next to Da’an Forest Park, Raku Kou focuses on tonkatsu ramen, with attention to detail from broth to toppings. Prices are friendly, too. The pork back fat is blended smoothly into the broth, giving it a silky texture with a strong garlic aroma. Their best-seller, spicy tonkatsu ramen, is ultra-rich and paired with a special spicy sauce—salty but perfectly matched with thick noodles. You can even get free noodle refills! Don’t miss the limited daily portion of chashu rice, topped with savory sauce and torch-seared for extra aroma. Be quick, or you’ll miss out!

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• Address: No. 288, Section 1, Jianguo South Rd, Da’an District, Taipei, Taiwan
• Phone: +886 2-2700-1683
• Opening Hours: Weekdays 11:30–14:00 / 18:00–20:30; Weekends 11:30–14:30 / 18:00–20:30 (Closed on Mondays)

Menya Musashi – Kamiyama Branch

An award-winning ramen shop from Japan, Menya Musashi has six branches in Taiwan, each with its exclusive flavors. The Kamiyama location, tucked in Taipei’s bustling Zhongshan area, is famous for its long queues on weekends. The limited-edition Ajitama Chashu Kamiyama Ramen features an intense broth made from pork and seafood. The massive slab of chashu is perfectly balanced with fat and lean meat, grilled to a golden brown and tender inside. For meat lovers, the limited Taichi Ramen includes an extra chunk of bone-in pork shank. Pure satisfaction!

• Address: No. 18, Lane 121, Section 1, Zhongshan N. Rd, Zhongshan District, Taipei, Taiwan
• Phone: +886 2–2542–8222
• Opening Hours: 11:30–21:30

Menya Senkumo

Located on Linsen North Road, Menya Senkumo has a traditional Japanese vibe even from the outside. It’s famous for its thick chicken paitan ramen and tsukemen (dipping noodles). The broth is intensely flavorful, made by simmering whole chicken overnight until the bones dissolve, with added seafood and aromatic oils. Choose from rich chicken paitan ramen, light yuzu-scented shio ramen, or seafood-based chicken tsukemen. Toppings include chashu, soft-boiled eggs, seaweed, and even chicken meatballs with cartilage for extra texture. It’s the perfect late-night ramen fix.

• Address: No. 105-1, Linsen North Rd, Zhongshan District, Taipei, Taiwan
• Phone: +886 2-2523-3198
• Opening Hours: 11:00–04:00

Iho Paitan Ramen

Hidden near Taipei 101, Iho Paitan is a one-man-run ramen shop offering only two types of ramen at a time, with the menu rotating regularly. Each meal service is limited to 20 bowls. This season’s featured items are the White Jade Sansho Beef Bone Broth and the Ginjo Silky Silkie Chicken Paitan. You can customize noodle firmness, flavored oils, and seasoning levels. The owner even lets customers taste the broth first to adjust the flavor. Every detail is crafted with care, and the friendly service gives you the warm feeling of dining at a friend’s home. For an elegant, refined bowl of ramen, arrive early to secure your spot!

•  Address: No. 9, Lane 519, Guangfu South Rd, Xinyi District, Taipei, Taiwan
• Phone: +886 2-8786-9669

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