Takumi NINE in Berlin

The best ramen this side of Okinawa

The Ramen is the bomb! On point. You want ramen, you get ramen! Great place!

I love eating here. It tastes fantastic every time. Sometimes there are misunderstandings due to the language barrier, but that doesn't detract from the delicious food. Unfortunately, there is construction going on in the street and an unsightly construction site blocks the view. I come here once a month and enjoy my ramen.

Really nice place really nice people and really nice food 🤍

Good Ramen for 20 Euro a head. Miso with chicken and gyoza are good. Not much space inside. Sit outside for lunch on a weekday or a warm evening.

Nice friendly and quick staff ! The food was in good quantity and quality.

Super tasty, simple and super nice service

Very tasty and very friendly staff. If we are in Berlin again we will definitely eat here again.

Great ramen👍 Highly recommended. The shop even has its own instant ramen (I only took 6 of them with me) Service 10/10 I have never experienced such good service in a restaurant, I can only recommend it. Ambiance is also really great👍

Takumi Nine: Japanese cuisine with room for improvement The Japanese restaurant Takumi Nine promises authentic Asian cuisine, but can only live up to this standard to a limited extent. As soon as you arrive, you notice that the chairs in the outdoor area are uninviting and uncomfortable - not a good first impression. Inside you are greeted by friendly staff, although communication is sometimes difficult due to the staff's rudimentary knowledge of German. This can lead to misunderstandings when ordering, but unfortunately it is now normal in Berlin. The menu offers a selection of Japanese dishes, with the ramen in particular disappointing. They taste rather generic and bland, without the typical flavor and sophistication you would expect from an authentic Japanese restaurant. A bright spot are the gyoza, which impress with their good taste. They show that the kitchen definitely has potential, which unfortunately is not exploited in all dishes. It is unfortunate that the prices are set too high for the level offered. You pay significantly more for the quality and taste of the food here than you would expect. In summary, the Takumi Nine still has room for improvement. While some dishes are quite tasty, others are not convincing. Combined with the language barriers and the inflated prices, the overall experience is rather mediocre. For lovers of Japanese cuisine, there are certainly better alternatives in the city.

Authentic taste and very nice service 😉

Super tasty food and excellent service! We had vegetable dumplings and several kinds of ramen, even the sake; everything was delicious. Warmly recommended!

Absolutely brilliant ramen experience. Easily one of the best I've had. I ate there 3 years ago and still think about it from time to time.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A first-class ramen experience at Takumi NINE Ramen! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Takumi NINE Ramen at Pappelallee 19 is without a doubt the best place for authentic ramen in Berlin! As soon as you enter the restaurant, you are greeted by a welcoming and lively atmosphere that provides the perfect setting for an exceptional culinary experience. The menu is diverse and offers an impressive range of ramen variations, all prepared with attention to detail and high quality ingredients. Each bowl of ramen is a masterpiece in itself, packed with intense flavors and perfectly balanced ingredients. The Tonkotsu Ramen in particular is an absolute delight – the broth is rich and creamy, the noodles have just the right consistency and the toppings are fresh and tasty. In addition to the ramen dishes, Takumi NINE also offers a selection of delicious starters and side dishes to complete the dining experience. The gyoza and karaage are particularly recommended and impress with their freshness and authentic taste. The ambience of the restaurant is modern and cozy, with a touch of Japanese aesthetics. It is the perfect place for a relaxed lunch or a convivial dinner with friends. The open kitchen allows guests to watch the chefs prepare dishes, making the experience even more authentic. The service at Takumi NINE is first class. The staff is friendly, attentive and always ready to make recommendations or fulfill special requests. You always feel welcome and in good hands. Takumi NINE Ramen is more than just a restaurant - it's a place where you can experience the art of ramen making in its purest form. Every visit is a feast for the senses and a must for every ramen lover in Berlin. I can fully recommend Takumi NINE and am already looking forward to my next visit!

Very cute, inconspicuous shop with the best ramen I've had the chance to try so far. The karaage is also particularly tasty. We recommend.

want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to the shift working today (27.06) for being incredibly kind to me and my toddler. Their exceptional kindness and care exceeded all expectations. I can genuinely recommend this place to anyone, especially families with kids :)

Nothing reminded me of Japan here. Broth is watery and bland (Kara miso and Tan tan men). Way too expensive, extremely expensive for what you get and really…not worth a cent. Skip it, really. There are so many better venues in Berlin, and I think I’ve tried them all. This one is at the very low bottom. Not going back at all.

The waiter is active until the order is taken, then it is difficult to wait for him. The place itself is on a thoroughfare. On the one hand, it’s lively, on the other hand, you only need to sit inside for peace of mind. It feels like all the food is just being heated up rather than being cooked. It will do for once.

Although it was a little unsatisfying for a Japanese person, I enjoyed the precious soy sauce soup.

Not as good as it was it the past. For someone who knows the original place, eaten in multiple franchises locations and slightly know their structure…I must say the quality dropped significantly.

I've been looking for authentic Tan Tan Ramen for so long and I have to say I found it through you. Very very fresh and delicious.

Super tasty, good frame soup, with an original recipe from Japan. I have been to Japan a few times myself and can really confirm that the dishes there taste authentically Japanese. The employees are also Japanese themselves and are super friendly and accommodating. The restaurant also offers good lunch options

very tasty and lovely and sweet employees🥹

Delicious Ramen 🍜 The space is small if the weather is not good (because you cannot use the extra tables outdoors) but it is worth waiting because the food is really delicious and the service is quick and friendly.

They say on the menu cards they have a secret menu, but they don't. Noodles were good but the broth in the tan tan with chicken was somewhat greasy and as flavourful as other Ramen places. Not standing out.

As a vegan eater, I am very enthusiastic and it tastes great! Quick preparation, but unfortunately often a long wait. Definitely worth it, even in the rain :)

Very tasty and lots of vegan choices! I also like to go here with visitors, they are always happy. Card payment possible, toilet is always very clean.

Great ramen shop. Now you can even pay by card, prices are acceptable and the food is very tasty

Excellent service, food is exquisite and jazz music in the background. 👌🏻

Very tasty ramen made by Japanese guy. Tried Ebi tempura miso ramen.

good vegetarian ramen with great chewy noodles.

Always a pleasure - super tasty!

The Takumi Nine in Berlin is not identical to the well-known Takumi from Düsseldorf, even though it of course belongs to the same chain and uses similar ingredients. But first of all: it is at least as good. The small shop is cozy and well-kept, the staff was absolutely friendly. Since it was later in the evening there was no line and we didn't have to wait long for our food. The dishes at Takumi Nine differ from the original in subtle details: the ramen here is served in a chicken broth and instead of pork there is chicken. The soy broth (Shoyu Ramen) itself is darker, stronger, a little saltier (pleasantly salty). The karaage, on the other hand, tasted identical to the well-known karaage from Düsseldorf, hot and tasty, not greasy. In terms of price, I remember Takumi Nine to be a little more expensive than other branches in the chain, but I'm missing a reference here and haven't taken any notes on it. In any case, my companion and I enjoyed it very much. Takumi just seems to work everywhere.

Wir müssten draußen bisschen warten, weil alle Plätze besetzt waren und die Bude sehr klein ist. Wenn man zu zweit oder zu dritt ist, muss man am Tisch mit anderen Personen nebeneinander sitzen, so bergenz ist Platz. Sehr kleine Auswahl von Ramen und japanischen Vorspeisen aber man kann trotzdem was wählen. Sehr sehr nette Kellnerin, die junge Japanerin. Preislich bisschen teurer als die andere Ramen Buden aber sehr lecker!!!

We had to wait a bit outside because all the seats were occupied and the place is very small. If there are two or three of you, you have to sit next to each other at the table with other people, so there is limited space. Very small selection of ramen and Japanese starters but you can still choose something. Very, very nice waitress, the young Japanese woman. The price is a bit more expensive than the other ramen shops but very tasty!!!

Went there 1 hour ago and Order extra 1 SLICE LEAF OF BOKCOY cost €2!! extremely ridiculous price for what you get!! Extra egg €2.5!! Small Green Tea 250ML €3.30!! Your price doesnt match at all!! Please be aware for everyone who want to come here!! RIPPED OFF!!

I tried the Miso Ramen and it was very good. The waitresses are very friendly and at least the one who served me spoke English very well.

Very tasty, quick food, friendly service. Also not very busy at lunchtime during the week. However, all of the interior has seen significantly better times. Maybe a renovation or two wouldn't be bad.

The soup did not taste home made. Noodle was not fresh. I stood in the line outside to get in, but the experience was disappointing

Dear Takumi NINE Team I want to express my sincere admiration for the exceptional experience I had at your restaurant. From start to finish, every aspect of my visit was outstanding. The ambiance perfectly blended traditional and modern Japanese aesthetics, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The commitment to authenticity was evident not only in the decor but especially in the incredible taste of your dishes. Special kudos to your staff. They were not only knowledgeable and attentive but also incredibly friendly. Their enthusiasm for Japanese cuisine was infectious and significantly contributed to my positive experience. The focus on quality ingredients and expert preparation was evident in every bite, making each dish a culinary delight. Your diverse menu showcased the breadth of Japanese cuisine at its finest. I appreciate the excellence within the framework of your culinary offerings. My visit exceeded expectations, and I look forward to returning soon to indulge in these delicious delights. The energy was really good & i‘ll definitely come back. Best regards, Gin ;)

The food was delicious, but I also ate some delicious ramen. But the noodles were very good! Price performance is not that good (2 pieces of chicken at 12€) but steep

We really liked our Ramens and nice drinks and starters. Recommend!

Super good ramen at a reasonable price. Very friendly service! Place is small and has very few tables so make sure to get there early!

Wan, no depth, bland and ridiculously expensive. 7€ for a beer and 16 for ramen with soggy chicken. You can only fool me once

Highly recommended the best frames

One of the better ramen spots in Berlin for sure

Die Brühe war gut. Kimchi in der Suppe fand ich nicht unbedingt gut, weil es noch nicht lang genug eingelegt wurde. Aber insgesamt wars trotzdem lecker. Das Gemüse-Tempura soll man auch mal probieren.

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So stelle ich mir originale Ramen in Japan vor! Super lecker!

The staff were very kind and the ramen was great, as expected from Takumi :) Would come again definitely!

Standard Ramen, nichts außergewöhnliches für uns. Hatten unsere Lieblings-Ramen Tantanmen - für 13€ eine ausreichende Portion, aber Einlage ernüchternd (1St Pakchoi, wenige Sojasprossen und ein paar Minifitzel Hack 🤔, nicht einmal ein halbes Ei!). Dafür freundlicher, schneller und fürsorglicher Service.

Fantastisch, Tische bisschen eng

Per the reviews here, I was expecting more. Not bad but not great. I had the chicken miso and for the price, I was expecting more meat.

Veganes Miso Ramen Sehr lecker 🤤

Da wir von außen immer sahen, dass viele Leute hier essen gehen, wollten wir auch mal dem Ramen eine Chance geben. Ich muss leider sagen, dass ich enttäuscht war vom Besuch. Wir hatten ein Ramen mit Chicken, extra groß. Das einzige was extra war, waren die Nudeln. Davon hatten wir nämlich reichlich :D Bei der Bestellung musste ich nach vorne gehen, da alle Angestellten am Handy waren und das die ganze Zeit! Service also null. Das Essen kam schnell, hat uns aber nicht vom Hocker gehauen. Wir haben selber viel nachwürzen müssen, erst dann hat es uns einigermaßen geschmeckt. Es ist nicht schlecht, aber ich habe schon öfters Ramen gegessen und es gibt im Umkreis deutlich bessere Läden. Preislich liegt es in der normalen Kategorie. Man kann es auf jeden Fall mal machen, ich werde auf jeden Fall nicht mehr wieder kommen

Best ramen in Berlin. Amazing gyoza. Great ramen. Amazing portion size. Nice sake.

Das teure am Ramen sind nicht nur die Zutaten, sondern auch der hohe Arbeitsaufwand. Ich verstehe, wo die Preise herkommen, kann mir das aber nur selten gönnen.

Really authentic ramen experience. The Tantan is delicious but could be more spicy.

Very nice place, authentic japanese, the broth was super, but the pork inside was very low, with industrial noodles, also the price was so expensive.

Authentisches kleines Ramen Restaurant. Die Tan Tan Men ist legendär.

Great choice of ramen with different tastes. Every ramen we had was delicious.

Waren schon mehrfach hier. Karte ist übersichtlich, aber dafür fantastisch. Nicht viel schnick schnack, es wird sich auf das wesentliche konzentriet und das ist sehr sehr lecker. ABER!! Die Preise haben es in sich, 17€ für eine Schüssel ist ein stolzer Preis.

As chain ramen restaurant, I think here is much higher than average of what you can get in Germany (excluding Düsseldorf). Soup is delicious and balance, noodles are cooked to middle range, not too hard not too soft. A bit crowded, but for a good bowl of 30 minute ramen this is ok. House blend matcha Limonade is quite good. Gyoza is….soso. Can be ignored…

Mindestens einmal die Woche hier, nie enttäuscht, die Suppe schmeckt immer wie sie soll, Mega 🫶🏻 Beste Ramen der Gegend. Einzig fände ich es schön, wenn Inflationspreise dann auch irgendwann mal wieder nach unten korrigiert werden.

DIE Karte klein Übersichtlicht. Essen war sehr gut und ausreichend wir hatten nur die normale Portion. 2 Misurahmen 3 Getränk 12 Teigtaschen und 2 Mochi Eis 54 Euro fährer Preis finde ich

Vorsicht! Wer die vegane Variante wählt, bekommt nur winzige Bröckchen und zahlt das gleiche wie bei der Fleischvariante. Bei freundlicher Nachfrage nur Schulterzucken als Antwort. Für Veganer*innen absolut keine Empfehlung! (Geschmack ist gut ansonsten, Preise aber übertrieben)

Lovely folks but the food was in my opinion overpriced. Staff is very kind though and the selection is large, I'll still go from time to time for that alone

Pretty ramen, super unfriendly service

Always friendly service but I feel the ramen quality has consistently gotten worse since opening. Todays shoyu ramen was unbelievably salty and concentrated, even for the German palate :/ 食べれなかった😭😭

I was quite disappointed with the soup at Takumi's. I had heard such great things about their food, but the ramen I ordered didn't live up to my expectations. I was expecting the same delicious flavors that I've experienced at other Takumi's locations in Germany, but unfortunately, it was not good at all. It lacked the depth and richness of flavor that I was hoping for.

Have been to other takumi branches and this one just seemed overpriced. The dish lacks a lot of stuff that are usually included and you have to ask for it and pay too much for extras; how is egg not included?

Best vegetarian ramen in Berlin.

Didn't disappoint. Excellent ramen. Recommended by a friend as one of the best ramen places in Berlin. We certainly left very satisfied. The kimchi pork ramen was smashing.

Bestes Ramenlokal ever in Berlin. Super leckeres gyoza (gebraten nicht frittiert) und Ramen (shoyu gegessen, gibt auch miso). Sehr lecker! Laden Recht klein , Personal sehr nett (english). Ich werde es auf jeden Fall weiter empfehlen.

The ramen was okay, and the service was kinda okay. Nothing impressed me.

Super authentisches Restaurant. Gehe seit Jahren hin. Wenn man leicht erkältet ist, scharfe Ramen mit Hähnchenhackfleisch bestellen. Danach war ich immer wieder fit :)

Super Ramen Restaurant. Klein aber fein und sehr sehr lecker. Preis ist etwas höher als üblich aber dafür auch große Portionen. Die Gyoza sind ein Traum! Auch auf extra Wünsche (Allergie, Unverträglichkeiten) wird sehr gut eingegangen.

Suppe war lecker aber waren das echt 3,50 für ein Ei? Also 7 Euro für zwei Eier... Puhhh... Das is schon viel.

if you want to eat a real ramen. One of the best street food in Berlin. No credit card

Essen ist okay, die gyozas Waren sehr lecker, die Ramen waren alle etwas salzig….Service dafür sehr nett! Ist okay, gibt aber bessere!

Wir sind jetzt schon so einige Male hier gewesen und sind jedes Mal aufs neue begeistert. Die Ramen schmecken sooo gut! Vor allem mit dem frittierten Hähnchen. Dieser Geschmack ist einzigartig!

As a half Japanese, it is hard to find ramen that is even comparable to the standard of Japanese ramen. However, Takumi has proven over time to have a close to authentic flavor of both broth and texture of the ramen noodles. Although sometimes the broth is a bit salty, it is very delicious! A bit pricey for additional toppings but very worth the price in comparison to other ramen shops!

Takoyaki was just delicious and people really nice!

17€!!!Zu teuer für eine Suppe 🍜

Rundum gelungen! Der Service ist exzellent und das Essen unfassbar gut und lecker! Absolute Empfehlung!

cute cozy place with perfect ramen, just loved it

This is among my favourite restaurants in Berlin. I really strongly recommend the ramen dishes. Other dishes like Gyoza are a little garlic-heavy (but if you are partial to garlic, it definitely won't be a problem). Great choices of beers and drinks as well. The staff is incredibly friendly and prices are fair.

Смачний рамен і швидке обслуговування.

Ramen bar super pequeño pero acojedor, muy bueno!

Amazing ramen. The service is fast. The noodles are very typical and tasty. Would recommend the tan tan meh ramen with minced chicken.

Great ramen, great broth and lovely service. Went there with a friend who's japanese and it was under her reccomendation, and it did not disappoint it was a great experience and I will be back there again soon.

La atención fue muy agradable y bien recibida. Se demoró el plato casi 40 minutos, la comida estuvo aceptable y su presentación fue buena. Servicios de baño: Súper limpio y agradable. Postres: Helado de Matcha muy rico! Volvería para probar otro plato y dar otra chance a su variedad de comida.

Excellent Ramen & Gyoza, if they install Japanese toilets you will feel like you're in Japan.

Wonderful small Ramen joint. Very delicious gyoza and good choice of ramen. Savory broth and noodles al dente. Perfect bite.

Food is Gorgeous - so tasty and feels so healthy. Prices are a bit to high even for P-Berg. I would give 4 stars because of that but because of food quality I will stay with 5.

Best dumplings! I had shoyu ramen and it was amazing!

one of the best ramen in town :)

Ehrlich gesagt, in Berlin gibt es kein richtige Ramen Restaurant. Meistens schmeckt schrecklich und unglaublich lieblos. Aber Takumi ist genauso gut schmeckt wie in Japan. Nicht sehr besonders, sondern kann man im Japan in kleine Straßenecke solche Ramen genießen. Normal aber in Berlin kann man mit dem Normal schon zufrieden.

Ein gemütliches kleines Restaurante in Berlin. Es ist sauber, schön und es hat wirklich super lecker geschmeckt!!! Wirklich einer der besten Lokale in den ich je war. Es hat wirklich soo gut geschmeckt. Das Essen welches ich bestellt hatte war laut Karte leicht scharf, diese habe ich nicht so ganz geschmeckt. Nur beim ersten Bissen danach gib es aber total. (Ich bin nicht so schärfer Fan weshalb ich Angst hatte es zu bestellen) aber es war wirklich gut. Das Hühnchen ist förmlich im Munf zerflossen so zart war es! Alles hat stimmig zueinander gepasst. Und das sie auch normales Leitungswasser anbieten hat meine Geizhals-selbst wirklich gut getan, da es nur 0,50 Cent gekostet hat. Allgemein war das Preis Leistungsverhältnis wirklich gut. Kann ivh nur empfehlen!!!

Das Takumi Nine liegt gut erreichbar im Bezirk Prenzlauer Berg. Der Laden ist vergleichsweise klein und bietet wenige Sitzgelegenheiten. Obwohl wir ohne Reservierung zu sechst dort auftauchten, wurde uns nach ca 5 minütiger Wartezeit ein kleiner Tisch zugewiesen. Von innen erwartet einem asiatischer Flair. Der Laden wirkt dadurch, in Kombination mit seiner geringen Größe, sehr einladend. Der Kellner war sehr nett und das Personal im allgemeinen wirkte eingespielt. Wir haben verschiedene Ramen Suppen bestellt und Gyozas als Vorspeise. Die Gyozas kamen relativ zügig und schmeckten uns gut, wobei uns die vegetarischen besser als die mit Hühnchen geschmeckt haben. Die Ramen selbst ließen leider sehr lange auf sich warten. Wir haben ca 50 Minuten auf die Suppen gewartet, was eindeutig zu lange ist. Die Tan-Tan Ramen haben nicht ganz meinen Geschmack getroffen, die Shoyu Ramen waren dafür umso besser. Die Ramen waren frisch und man hat jeder Zutat ihre Qualität angemerkt. Das frittierte Hühnchen in der Suppe war knusprig, extrem zart und saftig. Die Bezahlung funktionierte anschließend unkompliziert mit Karte sowie Bar. Zum Ende hat mir leider nach dem Aufstehen der Rücken weh getan, da die meisten Stühle keine Rückenlehne haben. Alles in allem eine klare Empfehlung, wenn man Lust auf authentische Ramen hat, nur an der Wartezeit muss gearbeitet werden.