Urban Discoveries: Karma Ramen

Most people would say sushi instantly if asked about a typical Japanese dish. Traveling Japan, though, you notice that Sushi is not as prevalent as you would think (though when you get it, it’s so much better! A must at the fish market in Tokyo), and you learn that the authentic Japanese national dish is something else, and it is called Ramen. Japanese people really love Ramen.

Basically, Ramen is noodles in a bowl. They are sold in small restaurants specializing only in this particular dish. These places are very cozy and often run by families. Sometimes, you pay at a machine and make your order there, handing the receipt from the machine directly to the cook. Better known in the West is the instant variation of the dish: Instant Ramen.

But the real thing is so much better. You can try them in Vienna at Karma Ramen, close to Kettenbrückengasse (subway U4). Not only do you get delicious food there but also a pleasant atmosphere. The place celebrates Japanese-influenced pop culture with posters and Godzilla. Because there is never enough Godzilla. Right?

Karma Ramen is open from Monday to Saturday from 11:30 am to 14:30 pm from 18:00 pm to 23:00 pm, and Sunday from 11:30 am to 16:00 pm.