The longer read
What the reviews say
What the reviews say about the best ramen in Hobart, restaurant by restaurant.
Why it leads
Why Kodo Ramen is the pick for ramen
Kodo Ramen’s tonkotsu ramen boasts a deeply rich and flavourful broth, developed through a reported nine-hour simmering process, that immediately impresses with its creamy texture and complex taste. Reviewers highlighted the generous portion size, complemented by toppings like beautiful char siu pork and a vibrant, house-made chilli oil, alongside a consistently excellent experience from the welcoming staff. Situated opposite Coles, Kodo distinguishes itself with its authentically prepared ramen and the inclusion of lesser-seen options like oyster ramen, offering a genuine and comforting break from typical Western fare.
The alternatives
Where the other ramen spots shine
Not everyone wants the same ramen. These are the clearest differences reviewers point to among the next-best places.
- kurukuru ramen shop: The ramen at Kurukuru in Hobart arrives with a deeply satisfying, intensely pork-laden broth, immediately delivering a complex and comforting experience.
- Ranita Ramen: Ranita Ramen’s shoyu ramen boasts exceptionally tender pork scotch and pork jowl, paired with delightfully chewy housemade rye wheat noodles that contribute significantly to the dish’s rich texture.
- Bar Wa Izakaya: Bar Wa Izakaya’s ramen arrives brimming with tender, slow-cooked pork belly and a generous helping of marinated egg, creating a deeply satisfying mouthful.
- Ajikoma: Ajikoma’s Signature Japanese Ramen offers a deeply rich and creamy broth, brimming with flavour and boasting perfectly textured noodles that deliver a genuinely satisfying experience.
How to choose
Choosing ramen in Hobart
Treat this as a shortlist as well as a winner: Kodo Ramen has the strongest reviews for the ramen, and the others are where reviewers found different strengths across Hobart.
- 4,236 reviews across 6 restaurants ranked; that total covers every dish they serve, not only the ramen.
- 9 reviews mention the ramen at Kodo Ramen, and 100% of them are positive.













