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Shop Ramen

Name: Shop Ramen
Address: 329 Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia, Melbourne
Price range: A$20–40

Shoyu. Casual and communal, shared table · 1,078 reviews on Google

A more modern, 'westernized' take on traditional ramen, with a communal table and a relaxed vibe in Fitzroy/Collingwood; some customers find the result not very authentic. There are recurring reports of broth considered weak in flavor by some customers, in contrast with others who describe it as light and balanced.

The highlight

Light, glossy shoyu broth, with pork belly that melts in the mouth — one of the most traditional names on Smith Street.

The house

Order the Shoyu Pork Belly Ramen

Specialty Shoyu

Style Casual and communal, shared table

Price / person ~A$20–40

Veg options Vegetarian/vegan ramen on the menu, with a gluten-free noodle option

What people say

Comments inspired by 1,078 reviews

Honestly the best ramen in Melbourne — the soup is packed with flavor and surprisingly clear.
I'm a fan of their shoyu ramen: complex broth, pork belly melting in my mouth, a perfectly cooked egg and noodles.
The tan tan beef brisket ramen was superb — a super savory, long-simmered broth and soft, juicy brisket.
Easily the best ramen spot in Melbourne — a bit of a squeeze seating-wise, but the food is top-notch.
Don't sleep on the pork belly bao.
Really high-quality ramen, and the broth is awesome.
My first ramen outside Japan and it was delicious — spicy, flavorsome and nourishing, with fresh ingredients.
The food, service and atmosphere were all impeccable — a light, glossy broth, freshly made noodles, tender meat and a perfect egg.
Fast, delicious and an icon on Smith Street for authentic Japanese ramen.
I strongly recommend the Miso BBQ chicken ramen, with quick service and great staff.

Before you go

Heads-up

Recurring complaint that the shoyu broth is weak in flavor/umami for some customers — described by some as watery or bland, while others praise it as light and balanced.

Hours & location

Address 329 Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

From center ~2.4 km

Hours

Monday5:30–9:30 PM
Tuesday5:30–9:30 PM
Wednesday12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9:30 PM
Thursday12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9:30 PM
Friday12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9:30 PM
Saturday12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9:30 PM
Sunday12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9:30 PM

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