Vegan
Japanese

Branch of fully vegan ramen restaurant from Kyoto, Japan. Examples of dishes offered include Japanese salad, cold appetizers, several kinds of ramen (Sichuan tantan men, truffle, Kyoto soy milk, premium hemp charcoal soy milk, mushroom shoyu and Thai green curry), lion mane's mushroom karaage with rice, vegan unagi don and more. Open Wed-Sat 5:00pm-9:00pm, Thu-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm, Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-8:30pm. Closed Mon & Tue.


56 Reviews

First Review by YURIEEEEEEE

MinervaG

Points +2252

Vegan
26 Mar 2026

Overpriced and lacked flavor

I was expecting a lot more from a ramen chain directly from Japan especially since my friend recommended it. I got N3 and it was okay. It seriously lacked flavor. It just tasted like soy milk with ramen inside. My husband got N7 and he also said his was nothing special. Wouldn't go out of my way coming here tbh as there are better restaurants in Sydney. I've been to Japan before and I kept daydreaming about the delicious ramen I tried there while I was eating my dish at Towzen.
I booked through WhatsApp.

dd99

Points +64

Vegan
13 Mar 2026

A sublime ramen experience

I had the (R2) Truffle Ramen. Subtle ceremony - beautifully presented ramen. Every morsel delicious. Gorgeous, serene restaurant.

Updated from previous review on 2026-03-13

Pros: most delicious Ramen , beautiful atmosphere, choice of ramen

lildumpling

Points +400

Vegan
12 Mar 2026

Delicious

Went twice in one day and tried both the lions mane karage rice meal and their tan tan ramen. I wouldn’t say the ramen was anything special but it was still delicious! Also was a bit pricey especially on a Sunday due to the weekend surcharge.

Updated from previous review on 2026-03-12

Bertiewomble

Points +125

Vegan
08 Mar 2026

Awesome food

Great food, great service.
I had the truffle ramen and it was a hug in a bowl….delicious.
If you are after a great bowl of ramen, check this place out.

Updated from previous review on 2026-03-08

Pros: The food - full vegan menu, The staff are friendly

MazCabban

Points +16

Vegan
27 Feb 2026

Best meal I’ve had in ages

Delicious high quality ramen, best I’ve ever had! Would chop a finger off to go back there again

Updated from previous review on 2026-02-27

menzir

Points +270

Vegan
21 Feb 2026

Best ramen I've had

I had the second ramen on the menu, I think it was the truffle ramen with oyster mushrooms? It was the best ramen I've ever had. The okra was also nice, gyoza too, and the tofu dessert was definitely worth it. The black sesame iced drink was also delicious and really unusual! Not overly sweet. Super quick service too

AileenL

Points +40

Vegan
15 Feb 2026

Excellent - worth a visit

Delicious food. Lovely, understated service. Only complaint, it was a bit pricey.

Updated from previous review on 2026-02-15

Pros: Truffle Ramen (so good)

Cons: Price

KateBohmer97

Points +705

Vegan
14 Feb 2026

Highly recommend!

Beautiful atmosphere, calming music, friendly staff and yummy food!
A bit on the pricey side but good for a nice dinner out!
Would recommend making a booking by calling because it gets very busy and you’ll have to line up otherwise.
Also get the dessert, it’s delicious!

Updated from previous review on 2026-02-14

Pros: 100% vegan , Atmosphere , Delicious food

Cons: Pricey , Need to make a booking

willcannings

Points +1080

Vegan
14 Feb 2026

Absolutely delicious ramen and unagi

Came here for Valentine’s Day lunch - bit of a queue but you can book through WhatsApp. Really thick and umami flavoured soup with the ramen, absolutely delicious. Will definitely be coming again.

Updated from previous review on 2026-02-14

TiaLau

Points +70

Vegan
08 Feb 2026

Delicious and creative (allium free)

We were only in Sydney for a night so we ordered a few things. For entree we recommend the lions mane mushroom bites, for those used to oyster mushroom karage imagine the same delicious flavour but a more dense and meaty texture. The silken tofu was a nice change with a lovely sauce and the edamame was well seasoned. The Sichuan tan tan ramen (mild) had a nice flavour and presentation with the charred oyster mushrooms adding a lovely flavour. For those who aren't into ramen the rice dishes were solid and came with a portion of Miso soup. Note: the booking system of the website doesn't exist so text the number on Google to book. Venue is clean and nicely decorated with very helpful and accommodating. AND THE BEST THING ITS ALLIUM FREE!

Unfamiliarnostalgia

Points +1652

Vegan
07 Feb 2026

It’s nice

Unlike everyone else it did not blow me away it was ok we got the cold tofu lions Maine and the charcoal Raman it was ok the desert was nice. Rather expensive I like it but I have had better maybe I’ll try a different one next time.

Updated from previous review on 2026-02-07

vegandash

Points +132

Vegan
02 Feb 2026

Vegan Heaven

Dinner last night at @towzen.au was #beautiful #delicious #nourish plus for the soul #peaceful and all about #kindness
Some restaurants are just perfect , walking into the beautiful atmosphere of peace in a beautiful environment, the kind authentic friendliness of the team, the delicious flavours that took my taste on a sensational journey make Towzen a new favourite and a must visit. Thank you Towzen & see you again soon

Updated from previous review on 2026-02-02

Pros: Atmosphere , Friendly , Delicious

TishM

Points +76

Vegan
28 Jan 2026

Amazing Japanese food

Food overall was amazing. We came with 6 people and all tried different ramens. We came with 2 omnivorous friends, and they loved it too.

My favourite was the tan tan range 😍

Pros: Amazing food, Kind people, Good service

Cons: A little pricey

stevenvegan

Points +208

Vegan
23 Jan 2026

Really delicious

I could (and probably will) go back here again and again. Very friendly and food was so tasty.

Updated from previous review on 2026-01-23

Pros: Yummy yummy yummm, Friendly, Loads of choice

Sarilein

Points +26144

Vegan
23 Jan 2026

Good ramen

Fully vegan, very popular but now accepting reservations (would recommend) huge line outside during the week as well
Vegan ramen S1 ordered spicy was good and flavourful (not really spicy though) not as good as in Japan obviously but good for Australia
Would not order the appetizer again (20$ for 7 small pieces of lion’s mane)
Ramen delicious (32$)
Appetizer came together with main dish
Service absent they make you order through QR code and really hard to flag them down

Updated from previous review on 2026-01-23

Pros: Ramen delicious with lots of toppings , Fully vegan

Cons: Overpriced , Loud inside

teniko

Points +68

Vegan
21 Jan 2026

Amazing Ramen

This was by far the best ramen I have had. The depth of flavour was incredible.

Updated from previous review on 2026-01-21

trashbaby

Points +637

Vegan
18 Jan 2026

As good as vegan ramen in Japan

Got the Mala Tan Tan Men and it was flawless. It brought me straight back to eating ramen in Kyoto

Updated from previous review on 2026-01-18

SeitanSeitanSeitan

Points +3435

Vegan
16 Jan 2026

Ramen love

Maybe the best ramen I’ve ever had. I’ve visited twice and tried truffle ramen and sichuan tan tan men, both so delicious. Also the dumplings and ”eel” dish were really tasty. Very peaceful place.

Updated from previous review on 2026-01-16

MiaCohen

Points +2079

Vegan
15 Jan 2026

Absolutely worth it

I can tell they put a lot of thought and care into the rich, well balanced and full bodied flavours of their dishes. The truffle ramen was so smoky, creamy and full of truffley goodness. I like how each ramen is different, they come with veggies and topping to match them, rather than a generic set for each dish. The kaarage lions mane was amazing - I'm not a mushroom fan and this did not taste like mushroom - it was delish!! Definitely worth the price tag for the flavours, experience and the ambiance of this lovely restaurant 😍

archaeofiero

Points +1733

Vegan
09 Jan 2026

Great

Absolutely incredible food

EmiEats

Points +1196

Vegan
02 Jan 2026

Towzen Sydney – A New Vegan Ramen Favourite

Towzen has quickly become my top pick for vegan ramen in Sydney since the closure of Lonely Mouth in Newtown. I’m genuinely excited to return and explore more of the menu!

For around $80, I enjoyed a delicious spread:

• Truffle Ramen: A luxurious bowl with a truffle-infused walnut mylk broth that’s rich, earthy, and deeply comforting. The umami hit was perfect for a chilly evening—pure soul food.

• Yaki-Gyoza (6 pcs): Crispy, golden dumplings filled with a savory veggie mix. These were so tasty they had me doing a little happy dance between bites.

• Japanese Soymylk Pudding: Silky house-made pudding topped with kuromitsu (Japanese black sugar syrup). Honestly, this outshines both Vietnamese tofu pudding with ginger syrup and Chinese tau fu fa—so smooth and flavorful.

• Premium Kyoto Uji Matcha Strawberry Latte (Iced): A refreshing blend of vibrant Uji matcha and house-made strawberry purée. Easily one of the best strawberry matchas I’ve had—if only the cup were bigger! My straw did break halfway through, but the staff kindly replaced it. I’d definitely grab this as a takeaway if I’m nearby in the CBD.

• Cold Tofu with Sesame Dressing
Chilled silken tofu topped with rich sesame dressing, garnished with seaweed and tomatoes. This was the most umami cold appetiser dish I’ve ever had!!

• Thai Green Curry Ramen
A fragrant blend of fresh grilled vegetables, homegrown mushrooms, fresh walnut mylk, tangy green curry sauce and heart-healthy olive oil is paired with delicious ramen noodles. For those who enjoy an umami green curry with a mild spicy hit!

• Sparkling Yuzu (Iced)
Refreshing Japanese yuzu with sparkling water. I think out of all the yuzu drinks I’ve had so far, this has got to be the most refreshing and delicious version I’ve ever had 😄

• Unadon Set
Handcrafted grilled fillets, adorned with a glistening glaze, serve atop Japanese rice. Comes with Miso soup and housemade pickles. This set turned out to be higher than my expectations! Decent portion and full of flavour 😋

Updated from previous review on 2026-01-02

Pros: Clean washroom available, Superb customer service, Provides a basket for you to put your bags

Cons: May have to wait in queue at night as it gets busy, On the pricey end however worth the splurge

Dobosono

Points +145

Vegan
20 Dec 2025

New Japanese Restaurant

The restaurant is located inside a heritage building which gives that lovely vintage character to the place. The atmosphere is very quiet and peaceful - even with a full restaurant.

We had the mushroom karaage, the silken tofu loaf, gyoza, ramen and the soy pudding for dessert. The taste was excellent and the substitutions worked very well for the traditional dishes. My favourite dish was the ramen - the noodles were just right and the soup was the perfect combination of cream and oil.

The service was exceptionally quick - I cannot say that I have been served that fast! I highly recommend for a wonderful dining experience.

Updated from previous review on 2025-12-20

Pros: Quick Service, Lovely Heritage Building, Re-imagined Traditional Japanese Cuisine

Cons: Expensive

travellingbutterfly

Points +1586

Vegan
20 Dec 2025

Exquisite Broth

What a find. Expensive, but worth it. The ramen is spicy and complex and a great choice from the menu. I really liked my ramen and my husband, being a meat eater, thought that his was up there in the top three ramen soups he has ever had!

Updated from previous review on 2025-12-20

Lausmythe

Points +130

Vegan
12 Dec 2025

Great Meal

We arrived about 40mins before the kitchen closed and the restaurant was packed, however they were still happy to serve us once a table became available. The waiter was extremely helpful and went through every dish on the menu with us. We had the Karaage as well as the Si Chuan Tan Tan Men and the Premium Hemp Charcoal Soymylk Ramen. Everything was excellent! We preferred the Si Chuan Tan Tan Men which is the most popular dish. The soy meat in the dish was really tasty.

Updated from previous review on 2025-12-12

MelissaEklund

Points +74

Vegan
10 Dec 2025

Amazing food and matcha

Lovely food, way more than just ramen, even if the ramen is amazing. Lots of great choices on the menu and so many matcha drinks to choose from as well as other options. Loved our dinner here and will definitely come back again! Staff was lovely as well!

Updated from previous review on 2025-12-10

Pros: The selection of food on the menu , Quality of the food , Vibe

yumlover

Points +64

Vegan
06 Dec 2025

best I've had yet, but...

Had the Kyoto ramen, the broth was amazing got a depth I hadn't tasted before in other vegan ramens. Maybe an acid? Go here if you can spend $30 on a bowl

but:
- no extra noodles allowed
- store manager treated me odd (?), didn't feel welcome

Updated from previous review on 2025-12-06

SheriBarr

Points +40

Vegan
01 Dec 2025

Oh you MUST visit this place!!

Such a gorgeous experience, you absolutely need to come see it for yourself. The food was divine, the space is beautiful and the staff were so kind. Please come support this business, you can tell how much care and pride has gone into every dish.

Will be thinking about this meal for a long time and can’t wait to go back.

Updated from previous review on 2025-12-01




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