Tell Harry what you fancy.

Ten places worth leaving the house for. Harry reads the review-site noise, spots the tourist traps, and hands over a shortlist before the kettle's boiled.

Be honest with him. He doesn't judge.

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Rank 1.
Ramen Works
ramen · japanese · West End QLD 4101
top-tier broth and noodle execution. ramen works because they actually care about the fundamentals.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
5 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 12:00 — 15:00G4.9TYMSStill tasting
Google4.9(315)1/ 3 sources
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Rank 2.
Nekoland Ramen & Bar
ramen · japanese · West End QLD 4101
solid ramen with a bar scene that doesn't feel forced. good if you want to linger.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
3 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 11:00 — 15:00G4.8TYMSStill tasting
Google4.8(187)1/ 3 sources
Warningevent-venue tag means it can get loud and chaotic depending on the night.
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Rank 3.
Genkotsu Ramen Toowong
ramen · japanese · Shop E/51 Sherwood Rd
best value play here—$ price tier with 85 score means you're getting serious ramen for cheap.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Great Value
6 min · $ · ClosedToday · 11:30 — 14:30G4.7TYMSStill tasting
Google4.7(1.5k)1/ 3 sources
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Rank 4.
Ramen Kann
Woolloongabba QLD 4102
91 score at $$ is legit. ramen kann knows what it's doing with both broth and toppings.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
4 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 12:00 — 15:00G4.9TYMSStill tasting
Google4.9(257)1/ 3 sources
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Rank 5.
Ramen Danbo South Brisbane
japanese · ramen · South Brisbane QLD 4101
reliable bowl that travels well (they do delivery). not the most exciting, but consistent.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
13 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 11:00 — 22:00G4.6TYMSStill tasting
Google4.6(2.0k)1/ 3 sources
Warningdelivery ramen is never as good as fresh. eat in if you can.
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Rank 6.
Gung Ho! Dumpling Ramen Bar
japanese · ramen · Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
dumpling-ramen combo works here. bar vibe adds something the straight ramen shops don't have.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
3 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 11:30 — 14:30G4.6TYMS
Google4.6(394)Yelpnot on yelpTripadvisornot on tripadvisor1/ 3 sources
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Rank 7.
Tatsu Ramen Gyoza Bar
japanese · ramen · Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
cozycasualneighborhood
cozy neighborhood spot with generous portions and reliable execution. low hype means you'll actually get a seat.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
19 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 11:00 — 14:30G4.6T4.5Y4.0MS
Google4.6(1.1k)Yelp4.0(6)Tripadvisor4.5(31)
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Rank 8.
Lulu Ramen
ramen · japanese · Paddington QLD 4064
solid mid-tier ramen. nothing flashy, but the bowl is honest.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
4 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 11:00 — 21:00G4.5TYMSStill tasting
Google4.5(410)1/ 3 sources
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Rank 9.
Hai Hai West End
ramen · japanese-izakaya · West End QLD 4101
izakaya angle means you get ramen plus proper drinking food. west end location is convenient.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
3 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 12:00 — 14:30G4.6TYMSStill tasting
Google4.6(272)1/ 3 sources
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Rank 10.
Lambkotsu Ramen - Underwood
ramen · japanese · Underwood QLD 4119
underwood spot with decent bones. worth trying if you're in the area.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
32 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 12:00 — 14:00G4.7TYMSStill tasting
Google4.7(82)1/ 3 sources
- Looks promising, but the sample size is tiny. Harry is watching.
Warninglow-sample-size flag means the score might shift once more people eat here.
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Tell Harry what you fancy.

Ramen Works

Nekoland Ramen & Bar

Genkotsu Ramen Toowong

Ramen Kann

Ramen Danbo South Brisbane

Gung Ho! Dumpling Ramen Bar

Tatsu Ramen Gyoza Bar

Lulu Ramen

Hai Hai West End

Lambkotsu Ramen - Underwood