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Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood)

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Specialist ramen lab led by Japanese chef Takeshi Sekigawa, who brings 20 years of ramen craft — including stints as opening chef at Gumshara and head chef at Yasaka — to Westfield Chatswood's Hawker Lane food court. The signature is a clean, umami-rich chicken broth with rotating specials including tsukemen.

Price
¥¥
Area
Chatswood
Since
2023
Chef
Takeshi Sekigawa
Owner
Yuaus Enterprise Pty Ltd (Jonathan Yu, director)
Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood) — authentic japanese restaurant in Sydney, Chatswood
Plate № 67
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About
Sou Ramen Lab was established by chef Takeshi Sekigawa, whose ramen journey began two decades ago at a Tokyo iekei ramen shop. After moving to Sydney in 2010, he became the opening chef at the legendary Gumshara and later head chef at Yasaka Ramen before launching his own concept. The Chatswood location — the active outpost after the North Sydney branch closed — operates within Westfield's Hawker Lane food court. Sekigawa's signature is a deeply flavoured chicken-based broth, methodically developed over his career, served with a rotating menu that includes tsukemen (dipping ramen) and classic Japanese café dishes. A committed Japanese ramen craft in a casual format.
Neighborhood & visiting

Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood) sits in Chatswood, one of Sydney'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
  • Led by Takeshi Sekigawa, one of Sydney's most experienced Japanese ramen chefs, with 20 years of craft beginning in Tokyo.
  • Sekigawa was opening chef at Gumshara — Sydney's most celebrated tonkotsu ramen house — before launching his own concept.
  • Specialty chicken-based broth represents a more refined, light alternative to the dominant tonkotsu style in Sydney.
  • Rotating specials including tsukemen showcase Sekigawa's range and commitment to evolving Japanese ramen culture.

North Sydney branch (141 Walker St) closed; Chatswood is now the sole active location. Owner Jonathan Yu and chef Sekigawa had a dispute resolved at Fair Work Commission August 2024 — Sekigawa was dismissed but is shown at this location per March 2026 Wanderlog listing.

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Frequently asked

About Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood)

Is Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood) an authentic japanese restaurant in Sydney?
Yes — Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood) is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Sydney: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
Where is Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood) located?
Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood) is located at FM11, Level 2 Westfield Hawker Lane Food Court, 1 Anderson Street, Chatswood NSW 2067, Sydney, Australia in the Chatswood neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood)?
Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood) does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Sydney we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood)?
Sou Ramen Lab (Chatswood) sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Sydney.
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