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
- Join the queue outside - there are no reservations
- If there is a ticket machine by the door, buy your bowl there first, otherwise order with staff
- Bring cash
- You can ask for a lighter or saltier broth
- 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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