Takagi Ramen
Why Takagi Ramen
About
Founded 2015 by Takagi-san from Tsuruga, Japan. Dropped out of law school for ramen. Mission: bring authentic ramen back to street-food pricing. 'Ramen for the Average Singaporean' — provocative and sincere. S$6.90 entry price maintained despite rising costs.
Hakata-style: handmade thin noodles in shio-tonkotsu (pork bone + kombu + bonito). Lighter than Ippudo's broth. Black Tonkotsu adds garlic oil. 13 outlets, 8 open 24/7. Singapore's late-night ramen option.
Compass Verdict
Budget ramen that does not compromise on broth quality. Tonkotsu from S$6.90 — among the cheapest proper ramen in Singapore. Popular in heartland malls with students and families. The value proposition is exceptional.
Recommended For
Menu & Pricing
| Item | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Takagi Ramen (Original) Shio-tonkotsu · Hakata noodles · chashu | S$6.90 | Signature ★ |
| Black Tonkotsu + charred garlic oil · black fungus · bamboo | S$6.90 | Richer |
| Miso Ramen Miso tonkotsu · corn · chashu | S$6.50 | Cheapest |
| Karaka-Men Spicy tonkotsu · chilli · nori · chashu | S$7.90 | Spicy ★ |
| Butashoga Ramen Pork + sweet soy + ginger · shio-tonkotsu | S$8.90 | Rich |
| Ajitamago (add-on) Soft-boiled marinated egg | +S$1.50 | Must-add |
| Gyoza Pan-fried dumplings | S$4.50 | Side ★ |
| Karaage Japanese fried chicken | S$5.50 | Side |
| Buddy Lunch Set 2 ramen bowls + sides | ~S$20 | Best for 2 |
* Before GST. Breakfast menu at some 24h outlets.
Signature Dishes
Compare: Ramen Chains
| Feature | Takagi Ramen | Ippudo | Ajisen Ramen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Price | S$6.90 ★ | S$16.50 | S$12.90 |
| Origin | SG-born 🇸🇬 | Fukuoka 🇯🇵 | Kumamoto 🇯🇵 |
| 24 Hours? | ✅ 8 outlets | ❌ | ❌ |
| Broth | Shio-tonkotsu (lighter) | Tonkotsu (rich, 18h) | Tonkotsu (garlic) |
| Outlets | 13 (heartland) | 13 (malls) | 14 (malls) |
| Best For | Budget · Late night | Quality · Occasion | Mid-range |
| Halal? | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Practical Info
Find Your Nearest — 2 Outlets
Dietary
All Outlets
Your Ramen Journey
Choose
Original or Black Tonkotsu. Both S$6.90. Always add Ajitamago (S$1.50).
Customise
Ask for kata (firm) noodles. Handmade Hakata-style. Keeps springy in broth.
Sides
Gyoza (S$4.50) essential. Buddy Lunch Set (~S$20) for two.
Come Back Late
The real experience: 2am, 24h outlet, Black Tonkotsu + ajitamago. You'll understand why Takagi-san chose ramen over law school.
Budget Guide
The Philosophy
In Japan, ramen is street food. In Singapore, it became S$15-22 restaurant dining. Takagi-san brought it back to its roots. Not a marketing gimmick — lean operations (Kaizen), supplier negotiations, volume-focused service keep S$6.90 pricing viable. 3+ million bowls since 2015 prove the model works.
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Editor's Note
Not the best ramen in Singapore — Ippudo and Konjiki are richer. But at S$6.90 with handmade noodles and 24-hour availability, Takagi delivers on its promise. The 3am bowl is the real experience. Clean broth, springy noodles, honest pricing. Some outlets could improve cleanliness. Genuinely admirable mission: ramen for the Average Singaporean.
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