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.

One tap. Anything good, properly nearby, open right now.

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Rank 1.
Ramen Shogun Ultimo
ramen · asian · Ultimo NSW 2007
solid broth work and noodle texture that doesn't pretend to be something it's not.
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
17 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 11:30 — 15:00G4.7TYMS
Google4.7(439)Yelpnot on yelpTripadvisornot on tripadvisor1/ 3 sources
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Rank 2.
Manpuku Neutral Bay
ramen · japanese · Neutral Bay NSW 2089
best score in the batch—clean execution and the kind of ramen that tastes like someone actually cares about the details.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
8 min · $$ · Open nowToday · 12:00 — 15:00G4.8TYMS
Google4.8(415)Yelpnot on yelpTripadvisornot on tripadvisor1/ 3 sources
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Rank 3.
Take Sushi and Ramen Bar Newtown
japanese · Newtown NSW 2042
casualneighborhood
reliable neighborhood spot with good service and no surprises—exactly what you want when you just want to eat.
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
7 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 11:30 — 14:30G4.6T4.5YMS
Google4.6(733)Tripadvisor4.5(217)Yelpnot on yelp2/ 3 sources
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Rank 4.
Ramen Auru
ramen · japanese · Crows Nest NSW 2065
consistent ramen that doesn't overcomplicate things; does the basics well.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
8 min · $$ · Open nowToday · 12:00 — 14:30G4.6TYMS
Google4.6(822)Yelpnot on yelpTripadvisornot on tripadvisor1/ 3 sources
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Rank 5.
Mensho Tokyo Ramen Sydney
japanese · Sydney NSW 2000
casualtrendyneighborhood
Michelin Guide
michelin-flagged and generous portions—trendy without being insufferable.
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
Hype radar · moderate
2 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 11:30 — 14:30G4.6T4.6YMS
Google4.6(3.1k)Tripadvisor4.6(21)Yelpnot on yelp2/ 3 sources
Warningmoderate hype risk means you might wait or deal with crowds.
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Rank 6.
Nichi Getsu Dō
ramen · japanese · Sydney NSW 2000
strong score and solid ratings; another reliable ramen play.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
5 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 11:00 — 14:00G4.7TYMS
Google4.7(620)Yelpnot on yelpTripadvisornot on tripadvisor1/ 3 sources
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Rank 7.
IKI Dining - Ramen & Izakaya
japanese · japanese-izakaya · Potts Point NSW 2011
izakaya-ramen hybrid gives you flexibility—ramen or sides depending on mood.
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 · $$ · ClosedToday · 17:00 — 22:00G4.6TYMS
Google4.6(178)Tripadvisor0 reviews Yelpnot on yelp2/ 3 sources
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Rank 8.
Torotoro Ramen Bar
ramen · diner · Barangaroo NSW 2205
casualneighborhoodtrendy
decent cocktail program if you want booze with your noodles.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
10 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 11:30 — 14:00G4.5T4.1YMS
Google4.5(683)Tripadvisor4.1(7)Yelpnot on yelp2/ 3 sources
Warningportions are stingy for the price—you'll leave hungry.
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Rank 9.
Umami Dojo
ramen · japanese · Pyrmont NSW 2009
cozycasualneighborhood
cozy and unpretentious; good for a quiet ramen meal.
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 · 17:30 — 21:00G4.6T4.5YMS
Google4.6(281)Tripadvisor4.5(4)Yelpnot on yelp2/ 3 sources
Warningconsistency is fair, so some visits might be better than others.
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Rank 10.
Ramen Zundo
japanese · ramen · Sydney NSW 2000
cheapest option here and google likes it—budget-friendly entry point.
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
10 min · $ · ClosedToday · 11:30 — 22:00G4.6T4.0Y3.6MS
Google4.6(3.1k)Yelp3.6(32)Tripadvisor4.0(107)
- Google is clapping. Yelp is sulking. Harry split the difference.
Warninggoogle-yelp split suggests the hype might be overblown; proceed with tempered expectations.
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Tell Harry what you fancy.

Ramen Shogun Ultimo

Manpuku Neutral Bay

Take Sushi and Ramen Bar Newtown

Ramen Auru

Mensho Tokyo Ramen Sydney

Nichi Getsu Dō

IKI Dining - Ramen & Izakaya

Torotoro Ramen Bar

Umami Dojo

Ramen Zundo