Delicious ramen & gyoza My husband ordered a tonkotsu chashu…read moreramen and I ordered the gyoza for lunch. The ramen was excellent - the broth was very rich and porky and the toppings (soft boiled egg, bamboo shoots, nori, bean sprouts and spring onions) were super tasty. The gyoza were excellent too - super thin skins with a moist tasty filling.

Decent Ramen spot if you don't mind crowded spaces and a bit of a wait. Service was very good ,…read moreEverything tasted fresh , and I would say the tonkutsu ramen was dine in a classic style. I personally was surprised to see all of the Asian influence in Australia. If you are looking for great Ramen and don't mind a bit of a wait, this place is worth it for sure.

Guys. This is the best char-siu I've ever had in my life. I…read morecould taste the char, the fire on the edges of the pork. It was appropriately fatty, but not all fat, you know? Now it's been over a year since I've had Totto (NYC, my favorite), and my tongue might be spoiled from eating bad ramen at like 5 places in Atlanta. But I am willing to say this was #1. Hakoya opened on the corner of a new "laneway" in the Upper West Side building (Lonsdale and Rose Lane) - it appears to have been open since November. There are 4 tables along the wall, with a bit of privacy from hanging dividers (noren?), as well as about 10 seats along a bar, which faces the kitchen. The menu is tight, as you should expect. I had my regular ramen order, spicy tonkatsu. You can choose your spicy - 1 pepper, 2, or 3. This nearly unnerved me and I had to ask the server for help on my decision. I played it safe and went with 2... I made the right choice. Balancing the two heats (spice and temperature), it's just enough to make you feel like you broke a sweat without actually breaking one. I always forget that the ramen being so hot makes the spice... well, spicier. A cold Sapporo kept me on the non-sweaty side of dinner. Between each seat are the accouterments you may need - soy, sesame, chili oil, garlic paste, pickled ginger - as well as wooden chopsticks (nice touch to match with the wooden spoon), napkins, and water jug and glasses. Easy. Every day there appears to be a happy hour, $4 for Sapporos between 3pm and 6pm. Highly recommend, and since I'm here for 2 weeks, I expect to be back!

They have very rude waitresses. We ask them to clean our table they handed us napkins and a spray…read morebottle to clean it ourselves! Every time we asked them for something even ordering food they rolled their eyes! I literally had to get up to get everything that I want every time. The utensils were on the counter and they were standing right in front of it and they didn't even bother to move at least so I can get what I want. For the restroom they told that I have to leave my cellphone to get a key from them!!!! Horrible service. Food was very average. And didn't taste original at all!

This Melbourne branch of Ippudo is reliable. There is a short line to get in which is a good sign…read more Most of the customers are 20 something youngsters who are here for ramen. The wait staff welcome you in misprounced "iratshaimase." The menu is the same as other Ippudo's around the world.

There is always an impressive queue at Ippudo, however today I did early gym and happened to walk…read moreby in time for early lunch. I'm happy I ventured in. The ramen was very refined. Superb! The noodles were freshly made and soft to bite. The karaage chicken was slightly crunchy on the outside and deliciously tender on the inside. I just did gym so why not the extra protein, my excuse anyway :). I'm looking forward to my next visit!

Went there to have my first meal in the city and wasn't disappointed. Delicious ramen, such a rich…read moreflavor! Service was quick and friendly. Atmosphere is so unique - all these little things. Very well thought

If you want ramen this may be the place to go in Melbourne. The bowls are large and the broth…read moredelicious. The noodles are thick and tasty as well. This place has a basic decor. Server staff were pleasant and the orders come out very quickly. The restaurant is small but you get your choice of ramen soups from miso to pork.

Came here for dinner as I was craving ramen. Thankfully, I beat dinner rush and was seated quickly…read moreand you can order through your mobile device scanning the QR code at your table. Service was efficient and when you are ordering you can also customize your ramen which is nice. What was disappointing was sadly the ramen, I got the signature broth and it was definitely lacking flavor and almost tasted "soap-y". The pork was a bit too chewy as well. The noodles were cooked just right though and had a great bite. Overall, didn't match my personal flavor profile and I might have been better off ordering something outside of just the basic signature like their black garlic or spicy for more flavor. They also have pickled veggies and minced garlic at the table which helps.

Everything was amazing. Food quality, service, staff. We went there in a Wednesday noon for lunch…read more We got original Tonkotsu and spicy black. Both amazing. Price was reasonable as well. Highly recommend

Very convenient location, very nice manager and waiters/waitresses. Good quality food!read more

Awesome food Great service…read more I have been a few times while in Melbourne. Would definitely recommend.

Little ramen bar yum. Typical ramen place. Line up get a seat when u can order and eat then go so…read morethe next person can have your seat. Ramen was good I got spicy and it was definitely spicy but the beer helped to cool things down. Good feed to cure the ramen fix. Would eat here again.

Noodles are amazing and delicious! A good variety on the menu the choose from. Very busy place. A…read moregreat selection of drinks available especially beer and Saki. Service is ok.

We were just wandering and wondering what to have for dinner. Ramen won again so we tried here at…read moreFukutontei Ramen, Docklands, Melbourne. What a great decision. Delicious. Not "real" table service as you write yiur choices on their menu note pad and take it to the cash register but then food is brought to your table. Staff are friendly and efficient. Place is clean and it's fun to watch them in the kitchen. Dessert portions very generous... we had green tea ice cream with azuki beans.

We ended up here since the other place we wanted to go to was busy. The restaurant is quite…read morespacious and has a private room too. I ordered the yuzu kosho tonkatsu. It came with spring onion, pork, seaweed, and black fungus. When I received the bowl, I was disappointed that it had thin noodles. I prefer thick noodles. The ramen was average to me overall.

We are fans of Ikkoryu Fukuoka Ramen. It's great to be able to customize your bowl with so many…read moreoptions. Would you like Pork, or pork? Ok, that's a bit of an exaggeration, but the vast majority of the choices are pork. I'm not only ok and supportive of that, but also thinking that it's the authentic Japanese way. The karaage was nice - prepared in balls rather than flat as I usually see it. We also enjoyed some edamame to start. They have a few different kinds of umeshu, which I'd say is an acquired taste. A bit too sweet for me, but I know some people who would love it. We'd gladly return to Ikkoryu Fukuoka Ramen whenever we're in Melbourne.

I was very impressed with this restaurant. Upon entering during the lunch rush, it was obvious they…read morehad a good system down pat. There is an ample selection of items: a well stocked sushi takeaway section, a deli counter to choose your own bento and what I came to try, the ramen! There are a few udon and ramen choices: veg, chicken and pork (chasiu). I opted for the pork ramen (@ $12.50) and went upstairs to wait for my order. Less than 10 minutes later my mid-sized bowl of ramen arrived. Happily, all the right elements were in place for a satisfying bowl! A generous portion of egg noodles, several tender slices of pork, a creamy rich broth, bamboo shoots, seaweed, fishcake, green onions and roasted garlic. The serving size was perfect and however filling it was I could not help but to continue to slurp it down. Staff were friendly and attentive and the space was well accommodating. It was clean and well stocked. They cater to the NAB lunch crowd so the professionalism is well matched. Prices are reasonable and I walked away very happy with my meal. I recommend the spot for your next business lunch or casual outing. It is well situated near Southern Cross Station and Etihad Stadium.

A new docklands fav. Japanese done well…read more Opened below new nab building. This two storey restaurant will sure impress . Very well displayed and lay out. Food was reasonably priced and was presented very nicely. I orders the Katsu chicken bento box and received a mixed of different items. Was tasty and cooked nicely. My new fav jap in docklands. Must try if anyone is out this way. this will now be my Friday special lunch day.