Best Ramen In Singapore

The robust tonkotsu broth, springy thin noodles and tender chashu easily make Santouka one of Singapore's best places for ramen. Go for the Shio (salt-based) version of the Pork Cheek (Tokusen Toroniku) Ramen, the real star being the pork cheek. Braised to perfection and served in perfect slices, it is so tender it's been compared to Toro, or fatty tuna. It is no wonder the queues are so long.

Although not a restaurant dedicated to ramen, Tampopo has made a name for itself with their Black Pig Shabu Ramen, a must-order here along with their Crispy Salmon Skin as a side. You will get to enjoy the best of both worlds - flavourful ramen and mouth-watering tonkatsu. Did you know the owner of Tompopo was one of the early pioneers to introduce Singapore to the delectable Tonkatsu (deep fried pork cutlet)? If you still have space after your ramen, try the Scoop Cake for a truly satisfying dessert.

A couple of talented Singaporeans decided that ramen can be served at hawker prices, $5/6/7, and created this delightful version. Think springy wanton noodles coated in a garlic, ginger, onion infused oil, wantons, soy-flavoured hot spring egg, slices of melt-in-your-mouth chashu, and shrimp wrapped in crispy potato. This creative dish certainly is half the price, but easily as satisfying. Of course, don't expect this to replace your usual ramen!

Baikohken serves Asahikawa style Ramen Known as one of the most generous bowls of ramen, the chashu comes in 5 thick slices that cover the whole bowl, even the bamboo shoots are huge! The broth is a great blend of chicken, pork bone and fish dashi, with springy, curly noodles. Go for the Shoyu flavour. If you're a real chashu lover, this is definitely a place to try. If you're up for it, go for their Charshu don too!

At only $5.50 for ramen soup and $3 for dry noodles with minced meat, these brothers have found a way to serve you great ramen at low prices. The chashu is well marinated and tender, the pork broth is flavourful, and the Kyushu-style noodes are thin and chewy. Add a beautifully stewed egg for only 50 cents. The best part? These brothers are actually bakers, so you can pick up some really good cookies to go after lunch. It's no wonder the queues are so long at lunchtime!

Most ramen places serve tonkotsu (pork bone) or shio (salt-based) broth, but Marutama makes magic happen with chicken broth of a gorgeously milky consistency. A lighter and less oily option compared to the usual tonkotsu broth. Get the signature Marutama Ramen - springy Hakata-style noodles, a slice of tender chashu, and an amazingly molten soft-boiled egg. Add a few slices of fried garlic to the soup, and order a side of Yaki Char Siu - grilled roast pork that you will regret not trying.

Yoshimaru may not come to mind when discussing the best ramen in town, but it certainly is very decent. Simply satisfying and perfect for a quick dinner, their Hakata Ramen is a no-frills dish at $11. Hakata noodles are straight and thin, in a bowl of milky pork broth. If you're feeling a little adventurous, try the Spicy Cold Ramen or the spicy Yoshimaru Tan Tan Mian with peanut sauce and chilli oil.

Known for their Hakata-style ramen, Uma Uma serves only 2 types of ramen, the Uma Uma Ramen ($14) and the Spicy Chasiu Ramen ($16). The noodles are thin, straight and silky, and the tonkotsu broth is thick, dark, rich, and salty. If you have space, their Chasiu Rice is super tasty!