RAMEN MATSUI
Run by a married couple, it’s a small, counter-only establishment with 8 seats.
They focus on pairing ramen with wine, with the wife, a certified sommelier, selecting the wines.
Opened on May 10, 2023, and has been selected for “Tabelog Ramen TOKYO Hyakumeiten 2024” and as a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide Tokyo.
Table of Contents
- Store Overview
- Basic Information
- Instant Ramen Introduction
- Google Review Analysis
- Summary and Recommendations
Store Overview
Features and Commitment
- Run by a married couple, it’s a small, counter-only establishment with 8 seats.
- They focus on pairing ramen with wine, with the wife, a certified sommelier, selecting the wines.
- Opened on May 10, 2023, and has been selected for “Tabelog Ramen TOKYO Hyakumeiten 2024” and as a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide Tokyo.
Basic Information
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Address | B-2 Daiya Palace Gyoenmae, 4-25-10 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004, Japan |
| Access | 6-minute walk from Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station |
| Phone Number | No information |
| Business Hours | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Regular Holidays | Wednesdays and Thursdays |
| Special Holidays / Temporary Closures | Latest information is announced on Instagram/X |
| Seating and Facilities | 8 seats (counter only) |
| Smoking/Non-smoking | Unknown |
| Parking | None |
| Official SNS |
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/ramen_matsui/
X: https://x.com/ramen_matsui |
| Official Website | https://www.tablecheck.com/shops/ramen-matsui/reserve |
| Other Gourmet Sites | Google Map: https://maps.google.com/?cid=5858933899618711611 |
Main Menu
| Recommendation | Category | Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ | Ramen | Special Shoyu | ¥1,800 |
| ★ | Ramen | Special Shio | ¥1,850 |
| Ramen | Special Niboshi | ¥1,800 | |
| Other | Limited | ー | |
| Ramen | Shoyu Chashu | ¥1,800 | |
| Ramen | Shoyu Wonton | ¥1,700 | |
| ★ | Ramen | Shio Chashu | ¥1,850 |
| Ramen | Shio Wonton | ¥1,750 | |
| Ramen | Niboshi Chashu | ¥1,800 | |
| Ramen | Niboshi Wonton | ¥1,700 | |
| Other | Limited ② | ー | |
| Other | Limited ③ | ー | |
| Ramen | Ajitama Shoyu | ¥1,500 | |
| Ramen | Shoyu | ¥1,300 | |
| Ramen | Ajitama Shio | ¥1,550 | |
| Ramen | Shio | ¥1,350 | |
| Ramen | Ajitama Niboshi | ¥1,500 | |
| Ramen | Niboshi | ¥1,300 | |
| Other | Limited ④ | ー | |
| Rice Dishes | Duck Loin Rice | ¥600 | |
| Rice Dishes | Chashu Rice | ¥550 | |
| Rice Dishes | Spicy Menma Rice | ¥500 | |
| Rice Dishes | Rice | ¥300 | |
| Toppings | Topping Ajitama | ¥200 | |
| Toppings | Topping Duck Loin (3 slices) | ¥400 | |
| Toppings | Topping Chashu (2 slices) | ¥400 | |
| Toppings | Topping Wonton (3 pieces) | ¥350 | |
| Toppings | Topping Menma | ¥300 | |
| Toppings | Topping Nori (3 slices) | ¥250 | |
| Drinks | Beer (Heartland bottle) | ¥600 | |
| Drinks | Today’s Sake | ¥900 | |
| Drinks | Today’s Red Wine | ¥1,000 | |
| Drinks | Today’s White Wine | ¥1,000 | |
| Drinks | Cola (bottle) | ¥400 | |
| Drinks | Karada Sukoyaka Cha | ¥400 | |
| Appetizers | Otsumami Spicy Menma | ¥400 |
Instant Ramen Introduction
Currently, there is no information on instant ramen sales.
Google Review Analysis
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating (★) | 4.3 / 5.0 |
| Number of Reviews | 411 |
(As of November 7, 2025)
Positive Review Trends
- The soup is exquisite, with shoyu and shio being particularly popular.
- The noodles and soup are a perfect match.
- The duck and pork chashu are delicious.
- The reservation system is appreciated as it eliminates waiting in line.
Areas for Improvement / Negative Review Trends
- It is difficult to get a reservation.
- There is a report of food poisoning from the duck loin rice.
- Some people find the service to be a bit strict.
Summary and Recommendations
Recommended for
- People who like light and clear-style ramen.
- People who are willing to make a reservation to eat delicious ramen.
- People who want to enjoy pairing ramen with wine.
Points to Note When Visiting
- It is by reservation only, so you need to book in advance on TableCheck.
- There is a reservation fee of 500 yen.
- It is recommended to book for an earlier time as they close when the soup runs out.
- It is a cash-only, ticket-based system.