Chikura Miso Ramen operates on Quốc Hương in the quieter residential stretch of Thao Dien, running a focused menu built around miso broth prepared in the Japanese style. The kitchen keeps split hours — lunch and dinner — without the all-day sprawl common to many District 2 spots, which tends to keep the room composed and the food consistent.
The broth is the reason people come back. Reviewers consistently describe it as rich without tipping into heaviness, carrying fermented miso depth that sustains across the whole bowl rather than fading mid-meal. Thick noodles provide structure, and the standard build includes chashu pork, bamboo shoots, and half-boiled eggs. A spicy variant handles diners who want heat alongside the miso base. Gyoza and karaage chicken appear on the menu as sides, though the ramen itself is what defines the kitchen's identity here.
With 120 Google reviews sitting at 4.4, Chikura draws a mix of Japanese expats, neighborhood regulars, and ramen-focused diners who aren't looking for a broad pan-Asian menu. The room is clean, the staff described as friendly, and the format is plainly functional rather than designed for lingering over drinks.
A few diners note the broth reads salty, and the fee structure — service charge layered onto VAT — has prompted comment, though neither appears to significantly affect the repeat-visit rate among those focused on the bowl itself.
In a neighborhood where Japanese restaurants compete across every price point, this place holds a narrow but well-maintained position: a ramen specialist with a consistent miso program, a reliable address for anyone who prioritizes broth quality over menu breadth.
I’m very disappointed of this place. I was craving for some Ramen and some croquettes, however this place let me down completely. The croquettes was so mushy, taste wasn’t that good and the miso ramen is averaged. Too much oil fat in it, i barely finishing the soup. Presentation is ok, but the croquettes need to review again how it getting done. Would not drop by here again tho.
Slightly above average experience with an overpriced bowl of way-too brown-looking, overly rich ramen. I was fantasizing about one of the servers though.
Ruuun awayyyyy!!! I want to express my deep dissatisfaction with this restaurant that claims to serve sushi, ramen, and gyozas. Honestly, the food is terrible. I have never eaten something so bad. It’s a shame, it shouldn’t even be called a restaurant. As you can see in the photos, the gyozas looked like mush and were impossible to eat. The karaage chicken was overcooked and dry, but I still ate it because I was really hungry. I told the staff about the problem, but they just said “sorry” without really caring. I showed them that I didn’t touch the gyozas, but they didn’t offer a refund or any commercial gesture. When I read the old reviews, I see that I’m not the only one complaining, especially about the gyozas. They say they care about quality and try to improve, but that’s a lie. Proof: I went there recently and it was still as bad. I felt completely scammed. It’s a real shame.
Love the ramen here though is a tad bit salty, leaving an after meal feeling of continuous thirst. It would be better if we do not have this after meal experience as it can be a little uncomfortable.
The staff did not ask me if I had any allergies,sonow I am writting the review from the intensive care in hospital. #Update# I died due to peanuts allergy reaction and am writting the review from heaven. I want to speak with the manager!!!!!!!!! Kind regards, Karen The food was nice tho, it came pipping hot and the waitress is super hot too.
Reservations: Call +84 788 300 141 to book — recommended for weekend dining.
Best for: solo dining, weeknight dinner, japanese food cravings, ramen-focused lunches.
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