Solo score 4 out of 5: Very comfortableMultiple sources agree · checked 2026-10

Takanaga Tokyo Shoyu Ramen Ranmaru

鷹流東京醬油拉麵 蘭丸(南京西路店) · show this name to taxi drivers

A tiny Tokyo-style soy sauce ramen shop in an alley a short walk from Zhongshan Station, with only about ten seats. Everyone orders a single bowl, so eating alone is completely normal; expect a short queue at mealtimes.

At a glance for one

Portions
Single portions
Peak hours
Queue at peak
Price for one
NT$200–400
Hours
11:30–14:00, 17:00–21:00
Weekdays close 14:00-17:00. Google Maps lists weekends as 11:30-21:00 with no break, but a January 2026 guide listed a 15:00-17:00 break.
Booking
Not needed
Vegetarian
Few vegetarian options

Details can change. Check on site before you rely on hours, prices or payment.

How to order, step by step

  1. Join the queue outside - there are no reservations
  2. If there is a ticket machine by the door, buy your bowl there first, otherwise order with staff
  3. Bring cash
  4. You can ask for a lighter or saltier broth
  5. Ask whether a free extra serving of noodles is offered before you finish your soup
What to order solo: The house Tokyo shoyu ramen with chashu.
Best time to go alone: Right at 11:30 or 17:00 on a weekday. On weekends, go before 15:00 in case the shop takes an afternoon break.

Getting there

MRT: Zhongshan, approx 2-3 min walk
No. 6-3, Ln. 18, Nanjing W. Rd., Datong Dist., Taipei City
台北市大同區南京西路18巷6-3號
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Sources & checks

Multiple sources agree · 2026-10
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