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There’s nothing better than a warm bowl of noodle soup on a cold day. They say that the key to enjoying life is by appreciating the little things, and a trip to your favourite ramen restaurant is one of them.
The ramen world is pretty vast too, with eateries offering a huge variety of soup bases to choose from, mainly spicy, clear, or creamy. One of the best parts about ramen is its versatility; you can add anything you want to your noodles. Of course, with great creativity comes great responsibility, which has resulted in interesting combinations like durian ramen and pizza ramen.
Most ramen is traditionally made with a pork-based broth, making it rather difficult to find a restaurant that serves a halal variation. Thankfully, halal chicken and beef-based broth are becoming more common due to a high demand for the dish from Muslims around the country.
If you’re on the hunt for a new Japanese restaurant to visit, here are 9 muslim-friendly ramen spots for an umami-filled time.
1. Torigen Ramen
Since debuting among other Japanese eateries on Lot 10’s fourth floor in 2023, Torigen Ramen has become Bukit Bintang’s worst‑kept secret. Word travels fast when a bowl of soul‑soothing noodles is both Muslim‑friendly and worth queuing for, and Torigen’s chicken‑only kitchen keeps the line moving with halal‑sourced ingredients and a reputation to match.
What hooks diners is the broth: a luxuriously thick, almost creamy concoction you’d swear required more than poultry and patience. Pair that with wallet‑kind prices and you have the makings of a local legend.
First‑timers can’t go wrong with the Torigen Ramen in Original Flavour (RM 16.80): springy noodles lounging in that milky stock, crowned with chicken chashu, a slice of classic narutomaki, chopped green onions, a generous blizzard of fried shallots, and seaweed on the side. “Bland” simply isn’t in Torigen’s dictionary.
The plain ol’ classic ramen is enough to send your taste buds on a holiday at umami island, but those seeking for more thrill should try the spicy chilli-flavoured Red Ramen (RM 17.80 for normal, RM 20.60 with egg). It layers the original’s nuance under a measured hit of chilli oil. It’s fiery enough to spark conversation yet polite enough to let the flavours speak. If you can take more heat, help yourself to another serving of red chilli flakes.
Rice devotees should angle for the Chicken Cutlet Curry Rice (RM 22.80): crisp, juicy cutlet meeting a thick, mellow Japanese curry over pearly short‑grain rice— comfort at its unfussy best.
Combo sets add value for those with extra-growling stomachs: green tea with 3 gyoza or 2 chicken karaage pieces (both RM 21.80 each), each side dish expertly seasoned and addictively juicy. Do note that the Curry Rice is only paired with green tea and gyoza for the combo version, priced at RM26.80.
In a city spoiled for ramen, Torigen’s quiet confidence shines brighter than any neon sign. Slip into the queue as fast as you can— your taste buds will thank you long before you reach the till.
4th Floor, Lot 10, J’s Gate Dining, Shopping Centre, 50, Jln Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
+6012 319 2306
Daily: 11.30am – 9pm
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2. Maruki Ramen
If you’re after a comforting bowl of ramen that honours Japanese tradition while staying halal, Maruki Ramen should be on your radar. With outlets at The LINC KL, The Grange @Ampwalk, and AEON Mall Tebrau City in JB, it’s become a favourite across Klang Valley and beyond. While the JB branch is in the midst of Halal application process, ingredients are sourced from trusted suppliers.
What truly sets Maruki apart is its “farm-to-dish” philosophy— no MSG, preservative or enhancer, just honest, quality ingredients. At the helm is a Japanese-trained chef with over 40 years of experience, crafting bowls that pay homage to authentic ramen with refined simplicity.
Maruki Ramen also crafts their own additives-free ramen noodles from scratch, using the finest wheat flour from Japan. The noodles are weaved in-house daily, ensuring their freshness and smoothness when they arrive at your table in perfect al dente texture.
We begin with the Classic Shio Deluxe Ramen (RM38.90++) and Classic Shoyu Deluxe Ramen (RM39.90++). While their appearance may seem deceptively similar, each tells a different depth of flavours. The Shio is clean and slightly smoky, offering a light, salt-based profile that soothes the palate. In contrast, the Shoyu leans into a deeper umami taste with a lingering sweet-savoury embrace.
Now, for those who like their noodles with a little kick, the Classic Kara Deluxe Ramen (RM39.90++) delivers a front-loaded punch that tingles the tip of your tongue right from the first slurp.
For a fancier choice, the Wagyu Deluxe Ramen (RM78.90++) is hard to beat. The broth is more refined with gentle flavours, allowing the beautifully marbled slices of wagyu beef to take centre stage. Melt-in-your-mouth tender, the beef pairs perfectly with silky noodles made from premium Japanese wheat.
But the undisputed star of Maruki’s lineup is their Gyu Broth Ramen Series (RM38.90++ to RM59.90++)— Malaysia’s first halal-certified beef-based ramen broth. Packed with tender braised beef and topped with crispy fish skin, it’s a surf-and-turf symphony in a bowl.
By bringing traditional Japanese ramen to Malaysia’s halal dining scene, Maruki Ramen has carved a space where foodies of all backgrounds can gather around a steamy bowl— without compromise.
If your taste buds are tingling and your curiosity piqued, maybe it’s time to pencil in a ramen rendezvous at Maruki Ramen this weekend.
The Grange @Ampwalk Branch
Lot G15, The Grange Ampwalk, 218, Jln Ampang, Kampung Datuk Keramat, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
+6016 944 4661
Daily: 10.30am – 9.30pm
The LINC KL Branch
Lot 2-23, Level 2, The LINC KL, 360, Jln Tun Razak, Taman U Thant, 50400 Kuala Lumpur
+6016 626 3389
Daily: 10.30am – 9.30pm
3. Seirock-ya Ramen
If you’ve been on the hunt for a reliable halal ramen restaurant, you’ve most likely come across Seirock-ya Ramen. This franchise launched in 2009 in Tsukuba City, Japan, before continuing to expand overseas. Their first Malaysian outlet is located in Uptown Damansara, which opened its doors to the public in 2019.
Most may assume that once you replace the pork broth with chicken, the flavour changes. Seirock-ya Ramen assures customers that the flavours you get here are identical to the flavours found in the broths of their Japanese outlets.
The eatery has 6 main types of ramen: Toripaitan Ramen Shoyu, Toripaitan Ramen Shio, Toripaitan Ramen Miso, Toripaitan Ramen Extreme, Tokyo Ramen, and Tsukemen. Toripaitan refers to the chicken broth used in their savoury ramen dishes like Toripaitan Shio Spicy (RM22.40) and Toripaitan Extreme Egg (RM26.90).
As Seirock-ya’s soup is similar to authentic Japanese broth, the restaurant allows customers to request for extra base soup. This base soup can then be poured into your bowl if you feel like the broth is too salty for your liking.
For a list of locations, contact numbers and opening hours, refer here.
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4. Ramen Matsuri
At Ramen Matsuri, all dishes are prepared using only halal ingredients. They have 3 ways of preparing their ramens, which are original, with egg, and special. Similarly, the restaurant offers 3 types of broths to complete the noodle dish— Original Torikoku, Red Spicy, and Black Garlic.
Thus, you can sort of mix and match your broth to the dish type to get eats like the Torikoku Special, Black Garlic with Egg, or Red Spicy Original.
For those who don’t feel like feasting on a hearty soup (or if you just don’t want your splatter broth on your crisp white shirt), Ramen Matsuri also serves Dry Ramen with Chicken Karaage. If you want something better suited for your Malaysian tongue, check out their Sambal Dry Ramen.
Lot LG2.87, Sunway Pyramid, No. 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
+603 5612 8348
Daily: 11am – 10pm
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5. Not A Ramen
This humble stall in Suria KLCC’s Signature Food Court delivers comforting, generously portioned bowls of Muslim-friendly ramen that have surprised even the most skeptical diners. With its creamy chicken-based broth and tender toppings, it’s a spot that truly punches above its weight.
And here’s a fun fact for ramen fans: this stall is helmed by Navito, Japan’s top halal food influencer — so authenticity is very much on the menu.
Their signature Chicken Paitan Ramen (RM17.80) is a crowd favourite for a good reason. The broth is thick, creamy, and deeply flavourful without being overly rich. It clings beautifully to the chewy, springy noodles, while tender slices of chicken chashu, fresh greens, delicate narutomaki, and a whisper of ginger complete the bowl. It’s warm, comforting, and well-balanced—flavourful on its own, but still open to personalisation with add-ons or spice.
If you’re after a little kick, the Spicy Chicken Paitan Ramen (RM18.80) ups the ante with a bold chilli oil infusion and a subtle shrimp paste undertone. It’s fiery, savoury, and layered with texture thanks to crunchy black fungus, turnips, and spring onions. While the spice brings excitement, many still favour the original for its pure, unmasked umami.
Level 2, Signature Food Court, Petronas Twin Tower, F218, City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur
Daily: 10am – 10pm
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6. Ichiban Ramen
Ever since Ichiban Ramen’s inception in Dec 2002, the chain’s goal has remained the same: to introduce chicken-based ramen to all Malaysians. Years later, they now have over 15 establishments nationwide. While they do specialise in ramen, they also offer a variety of other Japanese dishes, all of which have been localised to cater towards the Malaysian palate.
If you don’t know where to start, go with their signature chicken broth noodles, Ichiban Ramen (RM16.90). Due to the chain’s sheer size, they’ve managed to expand their menu to include ramen that would be difficult to find at other places, such as Salmon Ramen (RM27.90) and Seafood Ramen (RM27.90) with scallops, squid, and prawns.
Of course, would it really be a ramen joint without their own spicy iteration of the dish? Not only does Ichiban serve Mabo Tofu Ramen (RM19.90), they also have Kimuchi Ramen (RM21.90), the perfect dishes for rainy days.
For a list of locations, contact numbers and opening hours, refer here.
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7. Le Shrimp
Le Shrimp‘s signature fusion prawn noodles were inspired by silky smooth Chinese la mian and rich Japanese ramen broths. Not only do the chefs use locally sourced prawns to prepare the soup, they then bake the shrimp at 180°C, ground them into a fine powder, and cook them for more than 8 hours in a broth to ensure a high impact flavour.
The Le Signature Trio Shrimp Tossed Ramen (RM32.90) is recommended for those visiting the restaurant for the first time. This dish is made with homemade ebiko prawn paste and is topped with prawn dumplings and get this— even more fresh prawns. Other than that, try out their Crispy White Tuna Ramen (RM35.90) and Big Prawn & Braised Scallion Soy Chicken Ramen (RM35.90).
If you’re looking for something a little lighter, Le Shrimp offers tossed ramen. Instead of having your noodles soaked in a broth, they toss the ramen in a chilli vinaigrette. Diners also have the option to order this dish without the spice. This eatery has Ebiko Prawn Ball Tossed Ramen (RM29.90) and Braised Scallion Soy Chicken Tossed Ramen (RM25.90).
For a list of locations, contact numbers and opening hours, refer here.
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8. Kuro Ramen
In the quiet folds of Kajang, Kuro Ramen stands tall as one of the best halal ramen spots around. Muslim-owned, this cosy eatery serves bowls that speak volumes in a relaxed, cafe-like setting.
Their signature Tokusei Kuro Mayu Ramen (RM21) is rich and smoky, laced with black garlic oil and topped with perfectly grilled chashu. Want to walk on the wild side? Curry of Death (RM23) is an experience for the brave-hearted. For something punchier, the Aka Ramen (RM18.50) delivers that fiery shio broth burn you’ll love.
Prefer something lighter? The Shoyu Ramen (RM18) hits all the right notes with its soy-based broth, while the Negi Ramen (RM18) comes heaped with spring onion goodness. Their Garlic Noodles (RM19.50) and Mazesoba (RM19) are also worth a try.
H-30-GB, Jalan Prima Saujana 2/D, Taman Prima Saujana, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
Tue, Thu & Fri: 12pm – 3pm & 5pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 3pm & 5pm – 10:30pm
Closed on Mon & Wed
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9. Sushi Zanmai
Although Sushi Zanmai doesn’t focus solely on ramen, this Muslim-friendly Japanese restaurant has a wide selection of noodles to choose from. One of the best things about this franchise is that you can find a branch almost anywhere, specifically in shopping malls. With over 40 outlets across the country, anyone can get their ramen fix at a moment’s notice.
Most of their dishes come in 2 sizes— small and large. Another unique aspect of Sushi Zanmai is that you can customise your dish to your liking. Not only do customers have the option to choose between ramen, udon, or soba noodles, they can also select the broth they want for certain dishes: clear soup, soy sauce based, miso, or chicken broth.
They have the likes of Tempura Ramen (RM15.80) served with fried prawns and vegetables, Niku Ramen (RM18.80) topped with sliced beef, and Chicken Katsu Miso Ramen (RM15.80).
For a list of locations, contact numbers and opening hours, refer here.
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