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Best ramen in South Yarra
Compare 3 ranked candidates for ramen in South Yarra, using the available dish evidence. Check the mentions, coverage and venue details before choosing.
Plan your visit to Yakikami
150 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141
Restaurant price range: $200 per person. This is not a verified price for ramen. Confirm opening hours and dish availability before travelling.
The verdict at a glance
Top 3 for ramen in South Yarra
- 1YakikamiSouth YarraThe mountain chase ramen at Yakikami in South Yarra is a standout, with reviewers consistently praising the...7.2
- 2Mai JiaSouth YarraMai Jia is a top-rated spot for ramen in South Yarra.7.0
- 3Wagyu YaSouth YarraThe ramen at Wagyu Ya features a texture remarkably similar to pork chashu, drawing comparisons to exceptional...7.0
Japanese · South Yarra
150 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141
Yakikami
The mountain chase ramen at Yakikami in South Yarra is a standout, with reviewers consistently praising the intensely flavourful broth to such an extent that one diner compared it favourably to ramen experiences in Japan – a truly remarkable achievement. However, several customers noted concerns about price points and portion sizes, particularly when considering the cost relative to the smaller servings offered alongside the premium quality. This restaurant seems best suited for adventurous foodies seeking elevated Japanese cuisine and willing to invest in a memorable bowl of ramen, though those prioritizing value might find themselves slightly disappointed.
Winner Verdict
Very PositiveScore
7.2
Mentions
6
Sentiment
83%
Plan the visit
Price
$200 per person (298 reports)
Hours
Open - Closes 11 pm
Phone
03) 9989 9312
Evidence behind this ranking
Updated 2026-09-02
Collected review count: not separately recorded for every candidate in this ranking.
Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)
Mostly Positive6 of 8 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 2 older).
This dataset contains 3 ranked candidates and 1,633 source-listed restaurant reviews. That total includes other dishes and is not the number of review texts collected. 6 recorded dish mentions are associated with Yakikami. Coverage is incomplete; a ranking is not a firsthand review.
How scores, review counts and update dates work →
Runners up
Top 3 around South Yarra
- 02
Mai Jia
Mai Jia is a top-rated spot for ramen in South Yarra.
280 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141
↓7.0
1 mentions
- 03
Wagyu Ya
The ramen at Wagyu Ya features a texture remarkably similar to pork chashu, drawing comparisons to exceptional shabu shabu experiences in Japan.
156 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141
↓7.0
1 mentions
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
What is the best ramen in South Yarra?
Yakikami in South Yarra is currently ranked #1 for ramen in South Yarra, among 3 candidates in our available dataset. The mountain chase ramen at Yakikami in South Yarra is a standout, with reviewers consistently praising the intensely flavourful broth to such an extent that one diner compared it favourably to ramen experiences in Japan – a truly remarkable achievement. However, several customers noted concerns about price points and portion sizes, particularly when considering the cost relative to the smaller servings offered alongside the premium quality.
Which other ramen places in South Yarra come close?
Mai Jia, Wagyu Ya round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 3 ranked restaurants.
How is the best ramen in South Yarra decided?
BiteRanked compares candidates using available restaurant ratings and dish mentions. Listing review totals are not collected review counts. Coverage is incomplete; the recorded ranking update is 2026-09-02. Read our methodology for scoring and limitations.