Ramen in Istanbul
Restaurants in Istanbul serving Ramen.
🌍 Origin
Ramen — Japanese wheat noodles in slow-cooked broth — has Chinese origins but was transformed into a Japanese institution in the 20th century. Regional styles include tonkotsu (Fukuoka, creamy pork bone), shoyu (Tokyo, clear soy-based) and miso (Sapporo). Istanbul's ramen scene is small but growing: several dedicated ramen shops opened post-2018 in Beyoğlu and Kadıköy, making house noodles and simmering broths for 18+ hours.
🧂 Key Ingredients
🍽️ How to Eat
Eat ramen immediately — noodles absorb the broth and become soft within minutes. Slurp the noodles; it is not rude in Japanese food culture and aerates the flavour. Start with the broth before adding anything. Eat the egg last — it should be warm throughout. Add tare (seasoning paste) or extra chilli gradually, not all at once.
Isokyo
Levazım Mahallesi · Sushi & Japanese · ₺₺₺₺
Isokyo is Istanbul's premier pan-Asian restaurant, located inside Raffles Istanbul Hotel at Zorlu Center, Beşiktaş. Michelin Guide Istanbul listed with a 4.8 rating. The restaurant spans Japanese (sushi, ramen), Chinese (dim sum, wok), Thai and Vietnamese cuisines in a stunning multi-level space. One of the most celebrated dining experiences in the city.
Jie - Chinese, Japanese, Thai Cuisine
Barbaros Mahallesi · Asya Mutfağı · ₺₺₺
Jie is an Asian fusion restaurant in Ataşehir, Istanbul, combining Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisine under one roof. Serving sushi, wok dishes, dumplings and curries, Jie offers one of the few genuine pan-Asian dining experiences on Istanbul's Asian shore.
NAKKAŞ
Üsküdar · Asian Restaurant · ₺₺
NAKKAŞ is a asian restaurant restaurant in Üsküdar, Üsküdar, Istanbul.
SushiCo Palladium
Küçükbakkalköy Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺₺
SushiCo Palladium serves the Asian side of Istanbul from Palladium AVM in Ataşehir. The menu mirrors the Zorlu Center branch: premium sushi rolls, sashimi sets, and Japanese-fusion appetizers. A convenient upscale option for Ataşehir, Kadıköy, and Maltepe residents.
Itsumi
Levent Mahallesi · Sushi & Japanese · ₺₺₺₺
Itsumi has been Istanbul's most respected Japanese restaurant since 2003, located at the base of İş Kuleleri Tower 2 in Levent. Michelin Guide Istanbul listed. Founded by Japanese chef Shunichi Horikoshi. Impeccable sashimi, nigiri and omakase menus. The business lunch set is a Levent institution.
Sushi Manga Etiler
Etiler Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺₺
Sushi Manga Etiler is located inside Akmerkez shopping center. Part of the popular Turkish sushi chain, it offers an approachable Japanese menu with sushi rolls, miso soup, and teriyaki dishes at moderate prices. Family-friendly and convenient for shoppers.
Wagamama Kanyon
Levent Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺
Wagamama Kanyon is the Istanbul branch of the global Japanese noodle and rice restaurant chain. Located inside the design-forward Kanyon AVM in Levent, it offers ramen, gyoza, katsu curry, pad thai, and a strong vegan menu. Fast casual, family-friendly, and consistently popular with mall visitors.
Toro
Sarıyer · Asian Restaurant · ₺₺
Toro is a asian restaurant restaurant in Sarıyer, Sarıyer, Istanbul.