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    Menbaka Ichidai

    めん馬鹿一代

    Local Favorite
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    Renowned noodle stop north of Nijo Castle famous for its tableside fire ramen presentation. Chefs heap fresh Kujo green onions over hot soy sauce broth and ignite burning oil directly over the bowl, creating a sudden tower of flame that sears the scallions.

    Fire Ramen (ファイヤーラーメン / ねぎラーメン) at Menbaka Ichidai
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    Fire Ramen (ファイヤーラーメン / ねぎラーメン)

    Shoyu
    Chicken
    Pork
    Ramen
    ¥1,000-¥1,999 lunch · ¥2,000-¥2,999 dinner

    Good to know & entry protocol

    9 minutes from Nijojo-mae Station Exit 2. Reserve a set course online via TableCheck to bypass the walk-in wait. Safety protocol is mandatory: paper aprons must be worn and arms placed behind your back during the flame pour. 100% cashless payment.

    Operational note: Kamigyo district spectacle shop 9 minutes from Nijojo-mae Station; piping-hot green onion oil ignited in front of diners creating towering flames; mandatory safety rules; TableCheck reservations; cashless payment; website
    Live announcements:fireramen.com
    Card accepted
    Wi-Fi
    Kids welcome
    Vegan options
    Vegetarian options
    Counter seating

    Location

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    京都府京都市上京区南伊勢屋町757-2 佐々木ビル 1F

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Ramen

    Broth

    Shoyu
    Chicken
    Pork

    Typical price

    ¥1,000-¥1,999 lunch · ¥2,000-¥2,999 dinner

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    Recommended order

    Fire Ramen (ファイヤーラーメン / ねぎラーメン)

    Getting there

    京都府京都市上京区南伊勢屋町757-2 佐々木ビル 1F

    9 min from Nijojo-mae

    Kyoto Subway Tozai Line, Kyoto Subway Karasuma Line

    Hours

    11:00–22:00 (L.O. 21:30) daily. Open year-round.

    Queue & entry protocol

    9 minutes from Nijojo-mae Station Exit 2. Reserve a set course online via TableCheck to bypass the walk-in wait. Safety protocol is mandatory: paper aprons must be worn and arms placed behind your back during the flame pour. 100% cashless payment.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Kamigyo district spectacle shop 9 minutes from Nijojo-mae Station; piping-hot green onion oil ignited in front of diners creating towering flames; mandatory safety rules; TableCheck reservations; cashless payment; website

    Check official accounts before heading over for unscheduled closures or early soup cutoffs:

    fireramen.com

    How to Order
    Native Japanese audio

    This shop has an English menu — you can point to your order.

    Order your bowl

    醤油ラーメンをください

    Shoyu ramen o kudasai

    Customise your noodles
    麺かためでMen katame de (firm noodles)
    麺やわらかめでMen yawarakame de (soft noodles)
    替え玉くださいKaedama kudasai (extra noodles)
    Useful phrases
    おいしい！Oishii! — Delicious!
    お会計お願いしますOkaikei onegai shimasu — Check, please
    ごちそうさまでしたGochisousama deshita — Thank you for the meal (said when leaving)
    大盛りでOomori de — Large portion, please
    少なめでSukuname de — Smaller portion, please

    Allergy card

    Select your restrictions. Show the generated card to restaurant staff.

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    Questions about Menbaka Ichidai

    What is the nearest station to Menbaka Ichidai?
    Nijojo-mae, about a 9-minute walk away. Nijojo-mae is served by Kyoto Subway Tozai Line and Kyoto Subway Karasuma Line.
    What should I order at Menbaka Ichidai?
    Fire Ramen (ファイヤーラーメン / ねぎラーメン). The kitchen works in Shoyu, Chicken and Pork. Noodles: ramen.
    How much does ramen cost at Menbaka Ichidai?
    Lunch runs ¥1,000-¥1,999 and dinner ¥2,000-¥2,999. Cards are accepted.
    When is Menbaka Ichidai open?
    11:00–22:00 (L.O. 21:30) daily. Open year-round.
    Does Menbaka Ichidai have vegan, vegetarian, or halal ramen?
    Menbaka Ichidai lists vegan bowls, vegetarian bowls and halal options. Confirm at the counter before ordering, since seasonal menus change.
    What should I know before visiting Menbaka Ichidai?
    Seating is at the counter, children are welcome, there is an English menu and staff speak some English.