Maruchu Ramen
マルチューラーメン
Overview
A popular ramen shop located on B1F of the newly renovated Chunichi Building, directly connected to Sakae and Sakaemachi Stations via the underground shopping mall. Despite being in a stylish commercial facility, its simple, counter-centric design, which evokes the charm of the Showa era, is a unique appeal. The signature Chuka Soba features a clear, transparent soup that, despite its appearance, is a deeply flavorful bowl filled with the umami of carefully simmered pork bones, following the 'Chan-kei' (Kanda Chie-chan Ramen style) inspiration. The soup is characterized by the coexistence of saltiness and the sweetness of back fat. The standard serving includes several slices of thinly sliced char siu, nori seaweed, green onions, and a generous extra helping of green onions. The noodles are medium-thin and straight, offering a firm bite due to their low hydration, while also excelling at picking up the soup. Customization is available: if you tell the staff 'kotteri' (richer/oilier), they can increase the amount of back fat. A culture of flavor customization is well-established, with chopped garlic, chili oil, and white pepper available on the table to finish your dish. Derivative menu items include Negi Chuka Soba (¥1,200), Karashi Chuka (¥1,100 - a sweat-inducing red chili type), Tsuke Chuka (¥1,100 - with a rich salted dipping soup), and a spinach topping (¥100). Ordering any noodle dish comes with free rice (small, medium, large), and the unique way of making 'meat rice' with takuan (pickled radish) is spreading by word of mouth. Its convenient location with direct access from Sakae Station's underground shopping mall and continuous operation (11:00 AM - 9:00 PM) make it accessible for customers visiting from lunch to dinner.
How to Order
1Before entering the store
A street-level store located in the restaurant area on the B1 floor of Chunichi Building, directly connected to Sakae Station and Sakaemachi Station via an underground mall. Accessible without getting wet from exit 13. Open daily from 11:00 to 21:00 with no regular holidays. Weekday lunch around 12:00 and weekend lunch times tend to be full, and after noon on Saturdays and Sundays, periods when you can enter without queuing alternate with periods when there is an outside wait. It is relatively easier to enter after 14:00 and after 19:00.
2Purchasing meal tickets and ordering
Purchase meal tickets from the vending machine at the entrance. It's a touchscreen type with photo displays and English options, designed to be easy to use even for first-timers. The main menu items are the signature Chuka Soba (1,000 yen), Negi Chuka Soba (1,200 yen), Karashi Chuka (1,100 yen), and Tsuke Chuka (1,100 yen). The Special Chuka Soba (1,200 yen) comes with extra thinly sliced chashu. When you select a noodle dish, a lamp at the bottom of the ticket machine flashes, allowing you to also order free rice (choose from small, medium, or large) simultaneously. Payment is cash only; credit cards, e-money, and QR payments are not accepted.
3Seating and receiving your order
Hand your meal ticket to the staff and proceed to your assigned seat. The seating is primarily counter-style, with counters arranged outward from the inner aisle. Your order will be served in about 5 minutes. If you ordered medium rice, it often comes out before the ramen, allowing you to start eating with "Yukari" furikake and the takuan (pickled daikon) available at the table.
4Other information
If you tell the staff "kotteri (rich)", the soup can be changed to one with increased back fat. On the table, you'll find chopped garlic (ninniku), chili oil (ra-yu), and white pepper. It's common to first enjoy the clear tonkotsu-shoyu flavor, then add garlic and pepper in the latter half to enhance the tonkotsu richness. It's also a popular custom to dip the free rice in soup and top it with thinly sliced chashu to create "meat rice." For Karashi Chuka, the red chili peppers sink to the bottom, so stir well before eating to avoid a sudden burst of spiciness.
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『マルチューラーメン』名古屋 栄
— hiro (@hiro30649398) September 19, 2024
中日ビルリニューアルオープンしたての時に行ったやつ！
麺類注文の場合はライスは無料で『中日ビル開業記念』
で4/23 4/24は限定替玉無料やった～
カレーからのハシゴやったから替玉やめといた🍜
【中華そば 900円】#グルメ#中日ビル#ランチ pic.twitter.com/0QoQ3c7ngl
名古屋市中区・栄のマルチューラーメンさんにて、中華そばを卵黄増しでいただきました〜🍜
— Tamagooo (@water1972) January 7, 2025
昨年名古屋に降臨したちゃん系風
スープが微白湯、麺は細麺で微妙に違う、が似てる笑
だいぶ味濃いめで卵黄増して良かった pic.twitter.com/tPcDMxIjcr
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Dietary Notes
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This information is based on user reports and is not official information from the shop. Cross-contamination in the cooking environment cannot be guaranteed. If you have severe allergies, please confirm directly with the shop.
Animal-free menu available
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