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RAMEN AKO’s

368 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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368 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About RAMEN AKO’s

Skip the heavy tonkotsu—this Brunswick Street counter trades pork broth for golden chicken soup made from a family recipe. A tight three-bowl lineup keeps things focused, pairing springy thin noodles with torched chashu and rich tori paitan on cold Melbourne nights. Diners regularly add a plate of chicken karaage, fried crisp in hefty cuts with steam rolling off the first bite.

  • Focused three-bowl lineup: Centres on clear and thickened chicken broths, alongside a rich earthy mushroom bowl.
  • Comforting tori shio: Thin noodles absorb steaming shio broth topped with tender, torched chashu and jammy seasoned egg.
  • Oversized chicken karaage: Generous cuts fried crisp on the outside while staying tender and juicy inside.
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Why Diners Choose RAMEN AKO’s

Why ramen lovers choose RAMEN AKO’s in Fitzroy

  • Mastery of Chicken Shio Broth

    Ako crafts pure chicken-based ramen options like light tori shio and rich tori paitan, delivering a refined alternative to Melbourne's standard pork-bone bowls.

    Authentic and delicious chicken based ramen which is a rare find in Melbourne.

    Elizabeth Kaganov

  • Deeply Flavorful Plant-Based Ramen

    The focused three-bowl menu features an earthy mushroom-based vegan ramen that provides robust, deeply satisfying richness without meat.

    theirs is super yummy, a little creamy but not too creamy, and I really enjoyed it with their chilli oil paste.

    H E W

  • Soothing Comfort Like a Warm Hug

    The smooth, deeply aromatic broths and tender torched chashu evoke a peaceful sense of comforting warmth.

    This ramen felt like a warm hug. Simple but comforting.

    Elaine Tacubanza

  • Authentic Taste of Japan

    Prepared using authentic family recipes and disciplined preparation, every bowl delivers an experience on par with beloved shops in Japan.

    The broth hits the spot, authentic flavor that brings me back to Japan.

    Vincent

  • Essential Melbourne Winter Warmer

    A piping-hot bowl of thickened chicken ramen offers the ultimate refuge and inner warmth during freezing Melbourne days.

    It was the perfect dinner in the cold Melbourne winter.

    Samuel Xiao

  • Soul-Warming Shelter on Cold Nights

    When cold, wet weather sets in, the hearty umami-rich soup cuts through the damp chill immediately.

    the deep, rich, umami broth is exactly what you want when it’s cold outside - it warmed me from the inside out.

    Simone

The signature chicken-based bowls and crispy sides that define Ramen Ako's focused menu

  • Chicken Karaage

    The chicken Karaage is a must order, perfectly crispy on the outside while still juicy and tender inside.

    Wylissa zheng

  • Signature Chicken Shio Ramen

    I preferred the signature version for its clearer broth, but the thicker one was just as satisfying.

    Mashi_soyo

  • Chicken Shio Ramen with Thicker Soup Broth

    Crazy good ramen! Went for chicken with thick broth and was blown away.

    Conner Bailey

  • Vegan Mushroom Ramen

    I actually loved the mushroom ramen the most, it had a deep and earthy kick to it.

    Roxanne Tedyanto

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful culinary details and personal hospitality at RAMEN AKO’s

  • Family Heritage & Warm Owner Welcome

    The owner-chef crafts ramen using family recipes inherited from his mother, personally preparing bowls and greeting visitors warmly at the counter.

  • Torched Melt-in-Mouth Chashu

    Ramen bowls are crowned with distinctively torched chashu pork that melts tenderly in the mouth under gentle pressure.

  • Dedicated Craft Mushroom & Torched Tofu Option

    Alongside clear and thickened chicken broths, the kitchen prepares a dedicated rich mushroom-based broth paired with torched fried tofu rather than treat plant-based diners as an afterthought.

  • House-Made Chili Oil Paste & Custom Accents

    Diners can customize their broth with house-made chili oil paste and an added nori sheet upon request for tailored heat and depth.

Before you head over

Practical dining tips to help you get the most out of your visit to RAMEN AKO’s.

  • Arrive right at opening to avoid queues

    Lines can form quickly on weekend evenings; arrive right as doors open at 5:30pm to avoid waiting outside.

  • Add extra toppings for a heartier meal

    Standard portions of toppings and greens can be modest, so order extra chashu, eggs, or noodles for a more filling bowl.

  • Customize broth with house chilli paste

    Pair your ramen with house-made chilli oil paste or ask for nori sheets to customize the rich chicken and vegan mushroom broths.

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