Is Mama-Ya Ramen an authentic japanese-direction ramen restaurant in Rome?

Yes — Mama-Ya Ramen is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese-direction ramen in Rome: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.

Where is Mama-Ya Ramen located?

Mama-Ya Ramen is located at Via Ostiense, 166a, 00154 Roma, Italy, Rome, Italy in the Ostiense neighborhood.

Do I need a reservation at Mama-Ya Ramen?

Mama-Ya Ramen does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Rome we recommend calling ahead.

What is the price range at Mama-Ya Ramen?

Mama-Ya Ramen sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese-direction ramen of this format in Rome.

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Mama-Ya Ramen

Name: Mama-Ya Ramen
Address: Via Ostiense, 166a, 00154 Roma, Italy, Rome, Italy
Telephone: +39 393 812 3386
Price range: ¥¥

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Mama-Ya Ramen's menu was developed in collaboration with Michelin-starred Japanese chef Kotaro Noda of Bistrot 64, establishing a serious Japanese culinary direction. Three broths are made fresh daily with no glutamate or artificial additives.

Price: ¥¥
Area: Ostiense
Chef: Kotaro Noda (culinary advisor)

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About

Mama-Ya Ramen set itself apart from Rome's growing ramen scene by bringing in Kotaro Noda — the Michelin-starred Japanese chef of Bistrot 64, Rome — to shape its culinary approach. The result is a menu of ramen that takes the craft seriously: three broths prepared fresh each morning from scratch, with a strict no-glutamate, no-additives policy that reflects Japanese kitchen values. Located on Via Ostiense near the Ostiense railway station, it is an accessible neighbourhood restaurant with ambitions above its price point. The kitchen training programme instilled by Noda ensures consistent technique.

Neighborhood & visiting

Mama-Ya Ramen sits in Ostiense, one of Rome's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide

Menu developed with Michelin-starred Japanese chef Kotaro Noda
Three broths made fresh daily with zero shortcuts
Strict no-glutamate, no-additives policy — Japanese quality standards
Ostiense location alongside Rome's other top Japanese restaurants

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Frequently asked

About Mama-Ya Ramen

Is Mama-Ya Ramen an authentic japanese-direction ramen restaurant in Rome?: Yes — Mama-Ya Ramen is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese-direction ramen in Rome: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
Where is Mama-Ya Ramen located?: Mama-Ya Ramen is located at Via Ostiense, 166a, 00154 Roma, Italy, Rome, Italy in the Ostiense neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Mama-Ya Ramen?: Mama-Ya Ramen does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Rome we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Mama-Ya Ramen?: Mama-Ya Ramen sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese-direction ramen of this format in Rome.

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