Japan has a wide variety of ramen types, which also vary from region to region. Most noodles are made from four basic ingredients: flour, salt, water, and kansui (salt water). Ramen soup is usually made from chicken or pork broth, combined with a range of ingredients such as kombu, katsuobushi (bonito flakes), niboshi (dried baby sardines), beef bones, pork bones, shiitake mushrooms, and onion. Some modern ramen broths are made from vegetables. There are generally four different flavors of ramen:
Shōyu-ramen (soy sauce) is the oldest type. It is a clear brown broth made from chicken and vegetables, supplemented with soy sauce.
Shio-ramen (salt) is a light, yellowish broth prepared with lots of salt and a combination of chicken, vegetables, fish, and seaweed.
Miso-ramen (fermented soybeans) is a relative newcomer that gained nationwide popularity in Japan around 1965.
Curry ramen was first prepared in Hokkaido in 1965. This soup is made with pork bones and vegetables, then seasoned with curry.
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Tokyo Ramen Takeichi
This Japanese ramen chain now has several branches all over the world. There are now three branches in Amsterdam. Tokyo Ramen Takeichi is known for its healthy ramen with chicken and vegetable broth. Because they remain true to their Japanese roots, it is an authentic restaurant. In addition to their specialty, the side dishes are also delicious. The 'karaage' will not disappoint you.
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Fou Fow Ramen
This ramen restaurant used to be a well-kept secret tucked away in the Chinese neighborhood. But now Fou Fow has two locations in the city and is a household name for Amsterdam residents who love ramen. On the lively and bustling Elandsgracht, you can enjoy Fou Fow's delicious and reasonably priced ramen, which originated in China. You can choose from four types of soup based on different broths, which are then topped with various ingredients, including, of course, the main ingredient: noodles!
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Gifu Ramen Bar
Chef and co-owner Ryoji Miyachi pays tribute to the Japanese ramen culture he grew up with at Gifu Ramen Bar. Together with the team behind Chun Café, he positions ramen as fully-fledged chef-driven comfort food. The cuisine revolves around perfectly balanced broths that are simmered for hours to achieve maximum depth and umami. In addition to ramen, Gifu serves izakaya-style dishes that complete the Japanese dining experience. The atmosphere is calm and warm, with a minimalist interior and a view of the open kitchen.
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Tokyo Ramen Takeichi
This Japanese ramen chain now has several branches all over the world. There are now three branches in Amsterdam. Tokyo Ramen Takeichi is known for its healthy ramen with chicken and vegetable broth. Because they remain true to their Japanese roots, it is an authentic restaurant. In addition to their specialty, the side dishes are also delicious. The 'karaage' will not disappoint you.
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Windows Impossible
In the heart of Amsterdam is the second restaurant of Akihiro Hara (46) and Atsushi Ishida (44). Ramen Impossible, the sister of Men Impossible, distinguishes itself with its 'Sauce style' Ramen, also known as 'Mazesoba' in Japanese. Made with Japanese flour and served in a lavish sauce of saffron-cooked mushrooms and roasted leek, Ramen Impossible offers a surprising vegan alternative in modern Japanese cuisine.
Dun Yong Kitchen
This ramen tent is located at the top of the Asian supermarket Dun Yong. After chef Taka worked in a Japanese Izakaya gastropub for 4 years, he came to the Netherlands to fulfill his dream. He dreamed of having his own business where healthy and affordable street food is served. In 2021, chef Taka introduced one of his specialties, 'spicy tan tan ramen' to the menu; spicy chicken and pork together with kimchi.
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Men Impossible
Men Impossible is a ramen restaurant where they only serve 100% plant-based dishes. At Men Impossible, they believe in improving the world by focusing solely on plant-based food and bringing people together with the most delicious vegan dishes from Japanese cuisine. The plant-based ramen has a strong flavor, but that certainly doesn't make it any less delicious. Thanks to the use of fresh ingredients and umami flavors, dinner at Men Impossible is a true taste experience.
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Hinata
Hinata is a popular ramen restaurant in the heart of the Jordaan district. The chef is trained as a traditional Soba master. They mix the traditional Japanese soba technique in ramen to create not only an authentic, but also a unique and distinctive flavor. Hinata specializes in Shoyu, Miso and vegan ramen and they make their own broth and noodles.
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Takumi Ramen Kitchen
Takumi is the sister restaurant of Umaimon ramen on Leidseplein. The restaurant is intimate with excellent, friendly service. Takumi offers a small but delicious selection. You can choose from shio (salt), shoyu (soy sauce), or miso ramen with a variety of toppings and flavors.
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Sora Sapporo
Sora Sapporo Ramen serves authentic Japanese ramen and other Asian dishes. The restaurant has two locations in Amsterdam, one of which is on Ceintuurbaan in De Pijp. The restaurant is known for its delicious noodles. These noodles are imported from Japan, where they specialize in preparing this product. The broth, which is part of the miso soup and tonkotsu shoyu ramen, is also worth trying. For those who prefer to enjoy a delicious bowl of noodles at home, Sora Sapporo Ramen also delivers.
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Fuku Ramen
Fuku Ramen, the restaurant of ramen chef Jakub (formerly chef at restaurant De Kas), welcomes guests with its unique offerings. Jakub completed his training at the Miyajima Ramen School in Osaka. At Fuku Ramen, you can enjoy authentic ramen with homemade noodles or opt for a more extensive multi-course dinner. His wife, Aleksandra, is responsible for the delicious desserts and also offers tea, wine, or sake pairings. The concept of the Japanese restaurant Fuku Ramen is clear: from Thursday to Saturday, the five-course "chef's menu" (€75) is served, allowing guests to experience a culinary journey of discovery. Every Sunday, you can enjoy an extensive à la carte lunch all day long (12:00-18:30). Expect weekly changing ramen specials, izakaya-inspired dishes to share, juicy sake, and cocktails.