6 Places to Eat Ramen in Beijing
1. Hakata Ikkousha
Where: Parkview Green
Known for: Long-ass lines and friendly staff that loudly announce every customer’s arrival and goodbye
Who goes there: Solo diners – Hakata’s bench seating makes dining alone seem less awkward
Order: Blindly (there is no English menu or photos)
See a listing for Hakata Ikkousha
2. Ippudo
Where: Kerry Centre
Lonely Planet says: “The most famous tonkotsu ramen shop in [Japan]”
Who goes there: People who read about it in Lonely Planet or other ‘top’ lists (including this one, we suppose)
Order: Any ramen, add on a barbecue pork bun if you’re not worried about extra calories (you are eating ramen, after all)
See a listing for Ippudo
3. Koyama
Where: Taikoo Li North
That’s Beijing readers say: That’s Beijing’s Sushi of the Year (Readers’ Choice, 2016)
Who goes there: People looking to impress their date
Order: The miso ramen and the sushi
See a listing for Koyama
4. Wudi Jia
Where: Taikoo Li South
‘A TripAdvisor China Member’ says: “The best ramen in Beijing”
Who goes there: People looking for a quick fix
Order: The golden barbecue pork ramen and fried dumplings
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5. Hakata Itika
Where: Wangfujing
Our That’s Beijing review says: “The noods are authentic and delicious”
Who goes there: Anti-social people, who like ordering off the touch-screens and eating in the cubicles
Order: The almond pudding for something sweet after your salty carbs
See a listing for Hakata Itika and read our full review
6. Wu Shenjia
Where: Liangmaqiao
Looks like: A 12-year-old boy’s room meets traditional Japanese restaurant
Who goes there: Japanese expats and serious ramen eaters
Order: The fried chicken and super-strong Wu Shenjia special, a sesame oil barbecued pork noodle
See a listing Wu Shenjia
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