When winter meets Adelaide, nothing quite hits the spot like a steaming bowl of noodle soup. Taste rich, slow-simmered ramen and laksa or a fragrant pho with our guide to Adelaide’s culinary noodle soup scene. Whether you’re on the hunt for an authentic Asian classic or something with a new fusion twist, these restaurants are sure to satisfy your warm broth itch.

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For the Ramen Lovers

Taste a traditional Japanese-style ramen, or an inventive broth blend, with these family-run businesses and larger establishments.

Valley Ramen

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Bowl of Valley Ramen's rich tonkotsu noodle soup with pork, egg, and greens in Adelaide

A family-run spot on Witcombe Street, Valley Ramen is a relatively new addition to the city’s noodle scene. Serving up authentic Japanese flavours with a deeply savoury broth and noodles that are ‘oh so tender’.

Ryo’s Noodles

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Hands holding a bowl of Ryo's Noodles tonkotsu ramen with egg, seaweed, and bok choy in Adelaide.

This local favourite on Gouger Street is known for its traditional tonkotsu ramen, made from pork bones simmered for hours. Other options on the Ryo’s Noodles menu include miso, soy and spicy broths, with the option to customise your bowl with all the toppings – bamboo shoots, naruto fish cake, soft-boiled eggs and more.

TUNO Izakaya

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Tuno Izakaya's delicious ramen noodle soup with chashu pork, egg, and green onions in Adelaide

A cosy Japanese bar with a delicious ramen menu can be found at Tuno Izakaya. Located in North Adelaide, this relaxed jaunt is the ideal option for lunch or dinner noodles coupled with a side of sake.

Feeling a Vietnamese Noodle Soup?

Taste bold and aromatic flavours with classic Vietnamese noodle soups like pho and bun bo hue. Plenty of other Vietnamese favourites can be found across the city and around Chinatown.

Ba Nam Restaurant

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Steaming bowl of bun bo hue and mango juice at Ba Nam Restaurant in Adelaide.

Recognised as a finalist in South Australia’s restaurant awards, Ba Nam Restaurant is an unmissable noodle hot spot. Located on Grote Street, taste a steaming bowl of bun bo hue (spicy beef noodle soup), stick to the traditional and much-loved pho, or make a selection from the range of other rich broths.

Try a Fusion Twist with Southeast Asian Flavours

PappaRich

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PappaRich Noodle Soup with prawns, chicken, and vegetables, a Malaysian favourite on Gouger Street, Adelaide

A Malaysian favourite on Gouger Street. PappaRich offers a complete menu of classic noodle soups like assam laksa, spicy prawn mee, and pan mee with the choice of an anchovy broth. Each bowl at this crowd-favourite is served with bold spices and fresh local produce. 

Warong Adelaide

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Tom yum noodle soup bowl at Warong Adelaide, Lower Ground Rundle Mall

While wandering in Rundle Mall, head to the Lower Ground level to treat yourself to a bowl of tom yum noodle soup at Warong Adelaide. This noodle soup jaunt also offers a range of other Indonesian and Malaysian favourites for those eager to add a little more spice to their slurp.

Hut and Soul

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Delicious Pulteney Street laksa with prawns, tofu, and egg noodles, garnished with fresh herbs

This long-running favourite on Pulteney Street presents a Southeast Asian hawker-style kitchen with large servings of laksa. Taste other noodle soups on the menu and add fresh herbs and garnishes. Hut and Soul is a popular noodle shop that offers the perfect combination of local seafood and traditionality.

Stick Your Chopsticks into a Local Favourite

Southern Noodle Bar

Yunnan-style noodle dishes are on offer at Southern Noodle Bar. This noodle soup jaunt is the place to try unique broths and rice noodles simmered with fresh ingredients. We love this restaurant for its twist on the classic noodle soup, offering something different to other similar establishments in the area.

Li’s Rice Noodle Bar

Our final recommendation for those on the noodle soup hunt is Li’s Rice Noodle Bar. This local favourite has a Chinese-inspired soup menu with rich broths and handmade noodles. The traditional garnishes added to each bowl make it a unique and worthwhile visit.