Serious ramen in a little laneway spot with old-school hip hop playing. The Black Beast Ramen is the one to try. Their opening windows are really short, under two hours per service, so check the times before you go.
Google rating: 4.7 (about 245 reviews)
Must try: Black Beast Ramen, or the classic Beast Ramen (rich pork bone broth).
What people are saying: Rich, complex broth, perfectly cooked noodles and an open kitchen you can watch. The gyoza are just okay, and the short hours catch people out.
Opening hours: Wed 12–1:40pm; Thu 6–7:40pm; Fri–Sun 12–1:40pm & 6–7:40pm (closed Mon–Tue)
Location: 9 Crown Ln, Wollongong
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Source: Google / Google Maps (checked September 2026)
