Best Ramen in Melbourne 2025: Tonkotsu, Mazemen & Japanese Bowls

Melbourne's ramen scene has matured into one of the best outside of Japan — driven by Japanese chefs who have made the city home, and a deeply food-literate population willing to queue for the perfect bowl. From the intensely rich tonkotsu of the CBD's Japan Town to lighter shoyu and shio broths in the inner suburbs, Melbourne ramen is a serious pursuit.