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Bodega Ramen

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 20 Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
Japanese Vegan Friendly Vegetarian Friendly
64A Wale St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
(847 reviews)
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  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 20

Can't wait to have you in our humble spot!

Please note that we have two sittings and our tables are booked for 2 hours, if you would like to stay longer please leave us a note when booking.
We are a small laid back spot and our tables are often shared.
You can find us hidden away above the Gin Bar, a perfect place to end or start your evening...

Please make sure you tick the T&C's to confirm your booking on the final page, and that you get a confirmation email!

For parties of eight and over we require a R50 per person deposit. For parties of 16 and over, please WhatsApp us to book, we require a set menu and pre-order for big groups. We have a 48 hour cancellation policy.

We are fully licenced, corkage is R100.

Dietaries:
We have rice noodles available for gluten free guests, as well as a number of starters.
We have one vegan ramen, and a number of vegan starters.
We use peanuts and nuts in our kitchen.

Reviews (847)

4.9 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.8
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.8
  • Jasmine R. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 19 Dec 24
    5/5! The states are not in competition with this place. Absolutely amazing. Will be back.

  • Eunice D. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 19 Dec 24
    One of the best spots and always consist and delicious food

  • Chantal N. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 19 Dec 24
    Absolutely delicious

  • Bernice B. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 18 Dec 24
    PHENOMENAL! THE BEST RAMEN! This place is just amazing! Their food is top quality and has soooooo much flavor! We absolutely enjoyed their Tantanmen (korean chicken ramen)!

  • Michelle V. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 14 Dec 24
    Absolutely love eating at Bodega. The food is incredible, the cocktails don’t miss a beat, and the staff are wonderful. Highly recommend it!

  • Warren B. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 13 Dec 24
    Amazing place and staff

  • Kelly Anne B. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 13 Dec 24
    Loved it, service and food was amazing

  • Hayley W. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Thom H. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 12 Dec 24
    Excellent meal

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  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Wednesday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 15h00, 18h00 - 23h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 15h00, 18h00 - 23h00
  • Saturday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Sunday CLOSED