Monaco Ramen in München

It‘s just too expensive for what you get, close to 20€ for a very small bowl of okay ramen

I'm sorry to say that the price/performance ratio is simply no longer acceptable. The atmosphere in the new restaurant is just uninviting and uncomfortable – bare walls, harsh lighting, tables and chairs like you'd find at a motorway service station – it's more like a warehouse than a restaurant where I'm about to pay €20 for a meal. On top of that, it was cold in the adjoining room and there was a strong smell of grease in the air. We left the restaurant and had to wash our clothes and take a shower. It's a shame. The ramen is good, but with that kind of atmosphere, we unfortunately won't be coming back.

Food: great and authentic, focused on just a few dishes (quality over quantity) Service: very friendly and good recommendations Reservation in advance definitely recommended We were a group of 6 people and there seems to be only one table suited for that size. Also in general the store seems to be booked out a lot, so if you know in advance, that you want to go there especially in a group, follow the online reservation system. In my case, I actually called via phone and got help with the reservation that way. However, spontaneous walk-ins for one or two people might work out as well, depending on the evening. Most of us (including me) had the Tonkotsu Ramen and our friend from Fukuoka, where this style of Ramen is the most common one, also approved it to be very authentic. The other options (Shoyu, Saba Shoyu(with fish) and the Cashew based vegan version) also were very convincing. The drink menu is also quite extensive, including choices of Sake, Shoju or classical non-alkoholic options like Calpis. Seating felt quite cozy at our table, the counter around the neat bar also looked nice. The service (including the chef) was very friendly and helpful, just keep in mind that directly at the opening time (18:00) there will a lot of guests and just 3 people working there/ taking orders, so they might be a little busy. The Chef speaks German and English and one waitress can also help out with Japanese if necessary. Thanks again for the nice evening, the good food and the help with the reservation, I am sure to come back whenever I want to invite someone for authentic Ramen in München

I've never experienced such a terrible ramen restaurant. My "no" was skillfully ignored by the waiters, the ramen was truly subpar, and it was very expensive. I was pressured to drink alcohol, even though I didn't want to. I told him I was a ramen fanatic because I eat it often, but I had to listen to him explain what ramen actually is for ten minutes. I couldn't stop him. Unfortunately, no one listened to me; the waiter was walking around the restaurant like a hot knife through butter. He disappeared almost immediately, right in the middle of my explanation of my allergies. All I got was a snide remark about why I had allergies. And when we offered constructive criticism after being asked if we were enjoying our meal, we got comments like, "Yeah, you didn't get what you wanted, but your food was the more expensive part." That doesn't change the fact that I cried for half an hour afterward. And then, after surgery, you're pressured to drink "just a little" alcohol.

Delicious ramen, complex, with intensely flavorful meat. Great service. I'm already looking forward to my next visit to Munich!

For me, the best ramen in Munich. We'll definitely be back.

Highly recommended. I have tried the vegan cashew one and some gyozas and everything was delicious.

Best ramen in Munich, great service!

Unfortunately, we had a very bad experience. We didn't have a reservation, which I suspect the owner didn't like very much. We felt like we were a burden to him. After waiting about 25-30 minutes, we finally got a table. Another 20-25 minutes passed before we could place our order, and then we had to wait a long time again for the food to arrive—not to mention that the drinks weren't served until after the meal. Unfortunately, the atmosphere suffered greatly because the owner seemed constantly tense, irritable, and angry throughout our entire visit. The food didn't impress us—a huge disappointment for the price. I think it's overpriced!

Monaco Ramen is a delight every time. The ramen is simply divine – perfectly balanced, aromatic, and made with so much attention to detail. It's especially lovely that the owner always takes the time to speak with his guests and passionately shares his knowledge of the art of ramen preparation. You can feel the love and dedication he puts into it. The mackerel appetizer and the pickled vegetables are amazing – a must-try! Many thanks to the whole team for this special atmosphere and the fantastic food! 🍜❤️

The best ramen I've ever eaten 😍 The team is motivated and welcoming, and you really feel at home here 🫰

This ramen is a true feast for the palate. I've never tasted so many flavors in one soup before. You can tell the owner puts his heart and soul into it. We get this soup every week and can't live without it. I love ramen! You can now find Monaco Ramen on Pestalozzistraße. We were there on October 25, 2025, and it was once again the best Japanese noodle soup in Munich!

Delicious ramen restaurant! The vegetarian options were also delicious!

Authentic and well-made, with a great sake selection. The ambiance is better than the previous Gasteig. Walk-ins are welcome.

Unfortunately, Monaco Ramen has deteriorated considerably since my last visit, when it was still located in Gasteig. We had to wait an hour for our food, drinks arrived after 30 minutes, and we weren't asked if we needed anything else. The chili we ordered at the bar never arrived. The staff are very friendly; the manager prefers to sit with other guests. I wouldn't go back. Other guests are standing in the doorway and have to wait a long time despite having reservations.

Best ramen in Munich with a lot of passion and always cool locations! ありがとう

We were quite disappointed. We waited 25 minutes for drinks and an hour for the food. No one came to ask if we wanted another drink. The food was OK, but not worth the price. For broth with noodles and a little meat, it started at €17.50. The food looked different online; there was a lot more in the soup, and the prices were different. Unfortunately, it wasn't like that in person.

The best Tan Tan Men I've had in Munich so far😊

I waited in line for almost two hours without any information. Just before the entrance, I was told: Sorry, sold out.

Absolutely authentic and delicious ramen! You can immediately tell that the owner loves his craft and learned the traditional preparation techniques specifically in Japan. Every spoonful was a delight. A definite recommendation for all ramen lovers in Munich!

Unique in Munich! The food has always been excellent, and now it's even better in the new location. Thank you for the opportunity to try such great food!

It's not cheap, but it tastes great. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

Monaco Ramen is simply exceptional—the best ramen (whether shoyu or tonkotsu) outside of Japan! Every bite is pure umami perfection, with a depth and balance you'd otherwise only find in Tokyo. Erim is an incredible host—with genuine passion, dedication, and a keen eye for every detail. You immediately sense that love and authenticity are paramount here. The ambiance is warm, inviting, and truly Japanese—no frills, but with soul. We love coming back and look forward to a new culinary experience every time. Conclusion: A must-visit for all ramen lovers. Thank you, Erim, for these taste experiences—Monaco Ramen is a true gem! 🍜❤️

The best ramen in all of Munich! The shoyu ramen, in particular, easily rivals the best I've had in Japan! The owner is super friendly! We go there as often as we can!

Best ramen I’ve eaten outside of Japan! 12/10 would recommend if you enjoy a good broth!

I was waiting a long time to have their ramen, I was very underwhelmed. The tantanmen was spicy as expected, with some tongue numbing sansho which is great, But basing a Tantanmen on Tograshi keep it... Tograshi flavored. The noodles were too soft, almost falling apart. My partners' ramen (Shoyu) had better noodles, but the tare felt almost non existent.

The most authentic ramen in Munich!

We attended the pop-up event on July 18th and were sadly disappointed. Generally, we noticed that there was interest in creating a beautiful and delicious event, but unfortunately, there were two issues that significantly dampened the experience: 1. Overwhelmed service: The waiters seemed competent, but there were far too few of them. Accordingly, the wait times were extremely long, and things were forgotten. Although several tables were free and, as it turned out, not reserved, we had to wait about 45 minutes before we could be seated because the waitress simply didn't have time to attend to us. No offense to the waitress, it's just a bit negligent to schedule so few people for such an event. Unfortunately, our dessert was also forgotten and only brought very late upon request. Furthermore, an extra topping was forgotten for one portion of ramen. 2. Rip-off special menus: The special menus for the event were already incredibly expensive at almost €50. We therefore decided that one of us would have a set menu, and the others would have "regular" ramen. We had chosen the vegetarian option for the set menu and were expecting the special vegetarian ramen. Unfortunately, when the food arrived, it turned out that the vegetarian version was simply the regular vegetarian ramen. I have no idea if that was intentional or if there was a mistake in the preparation. According to the menu, these vegetarian ramen cost around €17, meaning the rest of the menu cost €30. €30 for a mini glass of sake, two toasts, and a small portion of ice cream. In retrospect, we felt completely ripped off. Either there was a mistake in the preparation, or it's even worse, and the menu was a rip-off and didn't correctly/fairly label what vegetarian options you were getting. The ramen was delicious, but not recommended for the price or under the circumstances. We were very excited, but overall it was a disappointing experience. What a shame! The food was delicious and the service friendly, but the menu was inaccurate, the set menu was far too expensive, and the waiting times were too long due to the understaffed wait staff.

It was a delicious of Ramen packed with attention to detail. The seasoned egg was absolutely delicious 😋

Well I think the shop is super delicious and I will come again of course the service can't be perfect because there are so many people there and that's just normal but I have a question how to get a seat on a Saturday right at the opening

Very delicious!!! Best tonkatsu ramen in Munich

Nice people, cozy atmosphere despite pop-up, very tasty ramen and wonton...favorite place in Munich

The broth is strong, but a bit too salty. The ramen and appetizers are excellent overall! Due to staffing shortages, it sometimes takes a little longer.

It's a coffee shop during the day and a ramen shop from 6pm. You can eat delicious pork bone ramen made with research into Japanese ramen!

I was here for the first time today and I was thrilled 🤩 Very attentive, friendly service, great value for money, and the quality and taste of the food were top-notch!

It was just so good that it became my favorite ramen restaurant.

Best ramen shop in town! Great service, delicious dishes, and fair prices. Highly recommended!

Probably best ramen I’ve eaten outside of Japan, and in Munich! The tsukemono pickles are delicious ✨

I've been there often. I've been to Japan many times and to other ramen restaurants in Germany. The menu has changed a few times. The location too. Overall: The appetizers were tasty, but sometimes overpriced. Both wontons were very good. The pickles were okay, but expensive for the quantity. All of the ramen was very good. Vegan options were also available and very good. The soups were good, very flavorful. The toppings were very good, and there was a good selection. Dessert was okay. The drink selection was also okay, but could be more classic Japanese, but it doesn't have to be. Now come the negatives: Service is terrible. In both the old and new locations. Unfortunately, this hasn't improved. Whether with or without a reservation, it's difficult in both cases. We sometimes had to wait 20 minutes with a reservation, even though tables were free and not reserved. The waiters and the owner seemed overwhelmed and often unfriendly or annoyed. Overall, it could be more child-friendly. Wheelchair accessible (both locations). I will continue to go there and observe, and if necessary, adjust the post if something has changed (location, menu, service, ambience)

The food was delicious. The vegetarian ramen was super spicy. However, the service was really slow and often forgot to ask us about our drinks.

Food was okay but service was honestly outrageous—half the menu wasn’t even available, and the staff seemed completely unprofessional. Wouldn’t recommend it.

Best Tonkotzu Ramen in Munich - will be back anytime 😍

Best Ramen in town! Erim is a great owner and he sits down with you, gives you advice for your request when you ask!

So, if you want to pay €60 for: The wrong food delivered, a 50-minute wait for drinks, and still not having all the dishes after three hours. Then you've come to the right place. In short: Absolute horror. We had to drink from the tap out of thirst because we weren't served. I've never experienced anything like that before.

A delightful place I found by chance while browsing Maps. The atmosphere is intimate, with warm, welcoming lighting. You'll only find a table if you've made a reservation, otherwise you risk a long wait for a table. The service from the open kitchen was a bit slow, but the owner is very kind and helpful. They have a CORNER BAR, with cocktail suggestions based on your order. My choice from the menu was ramen with chicken and pork broth, perhaps a little too fatty for an Italian palate, but quite good. Children-friendly, but NO play area. It's recommended to bring children if they're older and can sit at a table. My son found many options he enjoyed.

The tantanmen special was very tasty, as were the pickles. The cabbage was okay, but we've had better. Overall, though, very good food and friendly service! Definitely worth a visit!

Absolute Munich recommendation from a long-time regular customer.

There’s a small board addressing this place, the food was amazing good flavor, perfect meat definitely worth a try

The food wasn't that bad. I ordered the regular Maze Soba, but the server mixed it up with another customer’s vegetarian soba. If I hadn’t noticed and pointed it out, the other customer would have almost eaten meat by mistake. Luckily, she hadn’t started eating yet. What I didn’t appreciate was how the owner (or manager) handled the payment. The original price of my food was €17.50, but he charged me €20.13 by selecting a 15% tip on the payment-device himself, without asking. My friend, who paid right before me, was given the option to choose the tip amount on the machine—she simply skipped it cuz she claimed to have a stomachache. (Of course, she wanted to keep it private) But when it was my turn, he pressed the 15% button on his own. It felt awkward to call it out on the spot, so I just went along with it. I would have left a tip anyway—but I believe tipping should be the customer’s choice, not something that’s imposed. That part left a bad impression.

Everyone told me this was the best Ramen in Munich so I finally tried it when it moved close to work. Perhaps due to the high expectations I really felt let down. The ramen was good but definitely not amazing. Pros: the noodles were extremely good, firm texture however too salty. Chashu had very gentle flavors and soft, probably one of the nicest chashu I’ve had. Cons: The broth. You can taste the pork bones but it’s not nearly as rich and decadent as I’m used to. Honestly the broth is something even I can replicate at home so was not impressed (I routinely make my own bone broth at home). Ajitsuke tamago: never had such an under marinated egg.

Great Place, awesome Food & friendly staff

The best ramen in Germany, no joke! If you've ever been to Japan and long for that unmistakable umami flavor, you'll get your money's worth here. And if you've never experienced that taste before, this is the perfect opportunity. Everything is homemade, absolutely everything: from the pickled vegetables (tsukemono) to the rich broths and tender wontons. Even the ramen noodles are freshly made on-site. I had mazesoba with Japanese butter rice, simply delicious! Whenever I get wanderlust for Japan, I come here. It's always like a short culinary trip to Tokyo. I highly recommend this shop and really hope it continues after the pop-up. An absolute must for all ramen fans!

Highly recommended location to get the best ramen in Munich. Real master's of the craft, I have visited this restaurant 5 times in the last year, and won't stop going in the coming one. I have tried other ramen shops in Munich and I truly believe no one comes even close to competition compared to Monaco Ramen. The selection is limited (as it should be), the service is fast but simple, the location is nice but a little noisy as there are lots of tables. Still super worth to go for a visit and taste amazing ramen.

As a ramen lover, I've been searching for this for a long time and finally found it here! So far, it's the only authentic Japanese ramen I've had in Munich. No experiments with sweetcorn or paprika in the soup 🙏🏻 I could eat it every day 😋

I give it 5 stars for the tasty ramen, but otherwise the whole experience of eating there is not that nice because it was super crowded and loud, ordering and seating is confusing

There are several ramen shops in the Deutsches Museum area. Among them, MONACO RAMEN is a shop with an overwhelming presence and a strong sense of mania. This shop was founded around 2021, and the owner of this shop is a true Rawota who has eaten all kinds of Japanese ramen and also studied at a Japanese ramen school. This time I ate "SABA SHOYU RAMEN" which cost 23,90€ (3824 yen at 160 yen). The tanrei chicken niboshi soup, which combines chicken stock and thick niboshi soy sauce sauce, is seriously delicious. It's so delicious that even if you eat it in Japan, you'll be amazed. The noodles are voluptuous, smooth and thin flat noodles reminiscent of Kanagawa Tanrei style noodles. It also includes salt-grilled mackerel, mussels, and shrimp wontons, making it a luxurious dish. I can't believe you can eat such high quality ramen in Munich in Germany... I've eaten a lot of ramen in Munich so far, but this ramen was on a different level. Moreover, it's not just an imitation/copy of Japanese ramen, it's a strange, overseas-like thing. It was so much fun and exciting to eat it. Ausgezeichnet! ! There was an American hamburger shop next to this shop, so it felt like USA VS JAPAN. There was a club next door and I could hear the bass crunching sound. I definitely want to go again. Ich möchte hier unbedingt wieder Ramen essen!!!

I'll definitely be back! Despite the crowded restaurant, I was served very quickly and friendly. And the most important thing: the food tastes EXCELLENT (I've had other ramen in Munich and not all of them were as good). A reservation is probably recommended as the restaurant was fully booked even on a normal Wednesday evening. I was lucky to just get a spontaneous spot. The ambience is cool. The seats at the counter are particularly fun. Otherwise it's pretty simple. Drinks are available at a separate bar. Here you can find very cool homemade lemonades and iced teas or even regular ones from the bottle. Only card payment is possible throughout the restaurant. This should be taken into account. Bottom line: a very good recommendation in Munich.

The food and drinks available are very tasty, and the atmosphere feels very authentic. Especially when you sit at the noodle bar. The prices are a bit high for the area, but no more than any other Japanese restaurant.

The store is just great! Very tasty food, great advice, great atmosphere. I'll be back the next time I visit Munich!

The best ramen in München!! The chef is trained in Japan and has a very good cooking technique! Here we go, the best soy sauce ramen in Germany, made by the owner who learned how to make ramen in Japan. It goes perfectly with the buttery pepper rice.

Nice Ramen but it took them 15/20 min to seat us even though there were free tables for ramen. After that it took them like 15 min for a menu and then it took them nearly 45 for 2 ramens. The host at the door seems really unprofessional and doesn’t seem to care much about his job.

Wonderful ramen with pork broth - gyozas perfect - great eating fun

The best ramen I've ever eaten. The service worked great and the staff was very friendly. The quality speaks for itself. ☺️

Nice ramen, veggie with cashew nuts, good noodles. You can only pay by card

Great ramen restaurant on Gasteig! Well filled for a Tuesday, so the staff was visibly stressed. However, the food was great and can be recommended.

It's a good thing it was so busy today, otherwise my smacking would have been unmistakable! It was a 360° feast for the senses ✨

Waited 25 minutes despite reservation and then without warning only had an 85€ menu to choose from - cheeky

if you love ramen, you should definitely come here, you can feel the passion that brought to the bowl, the tonkotsu ramen is made with real creamy pork bone broth which can be hard to find here. Didnt think that i would enjoy vegan broth but it was so umami i think i can go vegan now. the ramen just met my soul.

The place looks pretty cool from the inside & only accepts card payments! They serve ramen 🍜 burgers 🍔 drinks counter (self-service with immediate payment). We ordered shoyu ramen and two appetizers and were unfortunately rather disappointed... 😐

Monaco Ramen embezzled €3,000 from an employee. I don't want to eat at a place like that anymore.

We ordered soy sauce, tonkotsu ramen each and fried gyoza! The quality of workmanship was really high, and I could really feel the care put into it🥹🍜✨The atmosphere inside the store was like a Japanese izakaya, which I also liked! Next time I'm in Munich, I'd like to try other menu items as well.

The best Tonkotsu Ramen I had outside of Japan and definitely the best in Munich!

Very tasty and the food is prepared right in front of you in an open kitchen! You have to buy drinks at a separate bar behind the kitchen.

Wonton with raw meat…. I now have a lot of stomach pain and bloating :(

Salt water with supermarket level schinken for 18 Euro？ no thank you Reply to Erim: no need I prefer to use that 18 euro invite you in Japan and purchase 3 bowl of real Rahmen and learn how to cook it

one of the best ramen I've ever eaten!! just perfect

a soup as salty and deep as the sea (from which at least a few of the ingredients actually come)

Great ramen bar with authentic taste! I've eaten ramen a lot in Japan so I know what I'm talking about. I definitely have to go when they have special ramen. Here the boss also cooks and cooks himself, great!

As a ramen fan, I really wanted to try this location. Our choice of menu may not have been particularly fortunate. None of us could eat the tonkotsu ramen and stopped. It actually tastes quite like an animal. The waiter typically said he was the people if they wanted to order that. It just didn't work for us. That would actually have been a helpful tip for us. The vegan ramen tasted good, but was quite salty. Paying €20 each is pretty decent. Then it's better to go back to one of the other Japanese restaurants in town.

After studying in Japan, I was looking for good ramen in Munich and I have to say it is very authentic at Monaco Ramen! Had the Tonkotsu and it's very close to the one in Hakata, Fukuoka. Next time I will try the Taiwan Mazesoba (a specialty from Nagoya, the city where I studied)! Absolute recommendation 🍜

One of the best ramen in Munich. I had the Tonkotsu Ramen, it is very similar to the one in Japan. The quality of the toppings (chashu and egg) tasted very high. The friendly boss himself gave advice and served. We'd love to come back! 🍜

The ramen and the additional toppings were really great. Just doing it is a bit confusing. You stand in the “burger” line. It is not really clear whether this is really necessary even though places are actually free.

Seriously excellent food - great staff, and relaxed atmosphere. Tonkatsu Ramen is fantastic

Unfortunately I cannot confirm the good reviews. I was extremely disappointed. The ramen was ok, but nothing more. The whole thing is a snack bar and more of a hall. For me the price-performance ratio is therefore not right. But what disappointed me most was the service. It is clear that you cannot have the same expectations of a snack bar as you do of a restaurant. However, I expect certain core values, such as kindness. The customer is not king here, but rather a product in mass production. The service was unfriendly and, in my opinion, the answers were outrageous. I have rarely felt so uncomfortable while eating.

I was in the restaurant to accompany my girlfriend to dinner. However, since I only wanted to drink something and not eat anything, the service staff explained to me that I wasn't allowed to sit here. Without a food order, no chair. The place wasn't full. I then went to the bar next door while my girlfriend ate the food without my company. The chair remained empty. Since not only was the service disgraceful but I also didn't like the atmosphere, I won't be coming back.

We have tried a lot of ramen in Munich and this is definitely the best. Glad we found this shop. Here you can get a little piece of Japan in terms of cuisine. You can immediately see the passion of the owner here. Top! We'll be back soon ☺️

Hands down this is the best ramen joint in Munich, and definitely not some wannabe Ramen place that claims to serve authentic Classical Japanese Ramen but puts Bak Choy or hard boiled egg. Would recommend visiting this place!

I didn’t like the food. The ramen was sticky. The vegetarian dish was so salty it was almost inedible. The pickles starter? A few slices of pickle and some plain carrots. Overpriced for what it was. The broth was fine.

The best ramen I have ever had so far!

Erim really did something great - it all started with ramen kits, then the first pop-up stores and finally the permanent shop on Gasteig. An impressive development and a real enrichment for the Munich gastronomy scene! Monaco Ramen serves original Japanese ramen that is unrivaled in Munich. The seats right at the counter in particular create a real Japanese feeling: you can watch the crew prepare something and have your steaming bowl served right where you sit. In terms of taste, it is by far the best and, above all, most authentic ramen in the city. Yes, the prices are a little higher, but there are organic ingredients and real craftsmanship - and it's worth every penny! P.S. Definitely try the gyoza too

The food is very tasty and of good quality, the noodles and eggs are very well made. The place is not very comfortable to sit and be in, since it is next to another restaurant and you have to buy drinks at the bar next door. The price is a little high, but it is worth the effort involved in making a tonkotsu. We recommend making a reservation.

After our trip to Japan, we were really craving good ramen again and - as so often - ended up at Monaco Ramen. We really like the new location on Gasteig, especially the seats at the counter, which are a bit reminiscent of Japan. The map is nice and clear and exactly right. The starters are homemade and something different: In addition to gyoza, there are, for example, wontons in chili oil, grilled mackerel or tsukemono pickles - really tasty. The Shoyu Ramen are exactly our thing: clear, aromatic chicken broth, very well balanced and with handmade noodles and currently also as a special with grilled mackerel. The Tonkotsu also impresses with its strong, creamy broth and reminds us of the ramen in Fukuoka. For us, one of the best addresses in Munich when it comes to ramen, including great advice and a super friendly team.

Food was so-so but place looks cool

It's not really comfortable to sit in, the food isn't special and, above all, the price is way too high.

The store is part of a shared location with a burger joint. The ramen is of a very high standard, great noodles, great broth, in my case the tonkotsu, the ramen egg on point! Clear recommendation when it comes to food!

The ramen was great, the service was really friendly. The concept creates a relaxed atmosphere.

Nice shop and great service. The boss personally served and advised us. Competent and very friendly. The food was super tasty. We were there specifically for ramen 🍜 and for anyone who wants that, I recommend making a reservation. Even before it opened, the queue was probably 20 meters long and with the reservation you can go straight to the door and you will be taken to the seat 👍 The prices are in the normal range compared to the local area. We'd love to come back.

Ramen is very tasty, but please rethink your entry concept. Saturday evening, waiting an hour without knowing which restaurant you are queuing for. Unfortunately very disorganized.

The Tonkotsu Ramen was by far the best ramen I ate in Germany. The homemade pasta in particular is on a different level than the ready-made pasta of other restaurants. The chashu was also great. The soup tasted very natural and you could tell that it was prepared with care.

I try every ramen shop I can and this is the most authentic ramen flavour profile I have come across since living in Japan - proper homemade noodles, long simmered broth and especially the Mazesoba is top of the line even by Japanese standards. Will be back.