Yamazaki Menjiro is a classic Kyoto ramen and tsukemen counter with Shoyu Ramen, Shio Ramen, Tsukemen, and a 2025 Tabelog 100 #73 rating of 3.7pts.
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- Address
- 京都府京都市中京区西ノ京北円町1-8
- Phone
- +81754631662
- Website
- tabelog.com
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Tabelog 100 #73 in 2025
Tabelog 100 placed Yamazaki Menjiro at #73 in 2025 with 3.7pts. The ranking position gives readers a concise external credential for a classic Kyoto ramen and tsukemen counter.
Shoyu Ramen, Shio Ramen, and Tsukemen
Shoyu Ramen, Shio Ramen, and Tsukemen anchor the order. Soft-boiled egg and extra chashu versions keep the choice within ramen and dipping noodles.
Counter service at 西ノ京北円町1-8
京都府京都市中京区西ノ京北円町1-8 is the location, with counter service, conversational noise, and quick-bite pacing. Lunch is the meal fit for this format.
Peers Worth Knowing
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|---|---|---|---|
| Yamazaki Menjiro | Classic Kyoto Ramen & Tsukemen Counter | $ | Nakagyō |
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Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Tabelog 100 #73 · No. 73
Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - Ramen - WEST - 2025
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Low Profile Address
- Classic
- Intimate
- Solo
- Family
- Casual Hangout
- Group Dining
- Chefs Counter
- Standalone
- Design Destination
A small, non-smoking, counter-only space with a relaxed, quietly focused atmosphere that feels like a local hideout, where guests sit close to the open prep area and savor artisan-style ramen without frills.