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Ryo's Noodles
Tonkotsu. Old-school, cramped and traditional · 2,377 reviews on Google
A small, long-running spot in Crows Nest on the North Shore, where the karaage and gyoza are as praised as the ramen. Some customers complain the broth is too salty or thin, but the most-cited hurdle is the queue.
The highlight
A neighbourhood institution of more than two decades, with a full-bodied, umami pork-and-fish broth that customers describe as home-made and authentic.
The house
Order the Pork and Fish Ramen (caldo de porco e peixe)
Specialty Tonkotsu
Style Old-school, cramped and traditional
Price / person ~A$20–40
Veg options Vegetarian ramen on the menu
What people say
Comments inspired by 2,377 reviews
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I got the pork and fish broth and it was savory, umami and unctuous.
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You get a really generous helping of chewy noodles and thick char siu.
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The karaage is so succulent and juicy.
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The restaurant is tiny, with a lovely traditional Japanese vibe.
Before you go
Heads-up
A queue is all but guaranteed, with waits of 20 to 40+ minutes reported at peak times — the space is small and there aren't many tables.
Hours & location
Address 125 Falcon St, Crows Nest NSW 2065, Australia
From center ~4.5 km
Hours
- Monday11:40 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM
- Tuesday11:40 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM
- WednesdayClosed
- Thursday11:40 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM
- Friday11:40 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM
- Saturday11:40 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM
- Sunday11:40 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM
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