Menya Toto

Now we went here because of the good rating and it didn't disappoint. Just a bit far from where your tour bus might be parked but well worth it. 900 yen ramen. Affordable but definitely good flavor. Personally, had the basic ramen. Loved the chunk of meat. Flavorful, tender and soft.

- chazmania -

The best Takayama ramen, without question. Don’t go to the other touristy places - this little ramen shop run by a very kind couple is miles better, and no queue since it’s not on the “main street”. Cannot recommend enough!

- Anton Rasmussen -

Nice bowls of ramen. Light and subtle flavors. Simple menu. We got both bowls—the Takayama ramen had thinner noodles and a broth with a stronger dashi flavor. Both had just the right amount of sodium! I can’t say which one I liked better, but slightly prefer the noodles in the Takayama; they were thinner, curly, and had a nice bite to it. Try both ramen with a little bit of white pepper, it really brings out the flavor. The pork in the Takayama and the chicken in the shoyu were both cooked perfectly. Tender, but not too meaty/gamey. Service was friendly and fast. The shop is off a main road and not too hard to find. We went at 11:15 right after they opened and there was no line.

- Louie -

I’m in love with the traditional tatami seating by the window, old school vibe with jazz in the background. A relaxing afternoon. Shoyu ramen was good. I prefer thin noodles. Chashu bowl was delicious too. Great price service and atmosphere. Kid-friendly! Would totally come back.

- UD -

Glad that I skipped the ramen shops with long queues of tourists. Found this place reading the Google reviews and this is such a hidden gem! The place is run by a couple serving really really good ramen! The noodles are thin and springy and the soup is oh so umami! Very flavourful ( not salty at all) that I finished all the soup (never once have I finished the ramen soup as I always find it salty towards the end)! Will definitely be back for the ramen if I visit takayama again.

- Shnaz Oh -

Went here with my Kouhai ( juniors at work) Cant say enough good words for their ramen. Its a Family-run business as it seems. The ramen is very flavorful, its like the noodles is cooked in beef broth. And the shoyu soup base is just as flavorful. The shop itself is also nice and clean. Definitely a must visit ramen shop here in Takayama.

- Kuya RJ -

Cozy ramen house at Takayama. The humble looking noodles took us by surprise, the noodles were springy and cooked perfectly, soup was flavourful and light, not cloying. Not the typical Ichiran ramen type. The char siu was so tender! We sat at the counter seats and watched the chef prepared the noodles. You can sense the dedication and precision in the way he worked. We regretted not going for the upsized noodles! Must try if you are at takayama! Highly recommended!

- Ed Lee -

Best Takayama ramen, so simple and sol good especially the meat as well as the noodles and soup! We love it here and came back 2 years later, still amazing! We walked right in with no line and it is the sweetest couple that runs the restaurant. You sit on the floor and eat, but that is also a part of the traditional experience. Can only recommend!

- Sara Saabye -