Men Dokoro Toritani
Ukyō, Kyoto
Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
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Price
- JPY 999 - JPY 999
Dress
Casual
Why go
<p>Tabelog Ramen WEST 100 counter shop (2023–2025) in Ukyo Ward, serving chicken-broth ramen and tsukemen under JPY 1,000. No reservations, cash-only, open until 10 PM most nights — late visits avoid the lunch-hour queue. Seven-minute walk from Yamanouchi Station, quieter location than central Kyoto.</p>
About Men Dokoro Toritani
Men Dokoro Toritani is a Kyoto ramen venue with a price listing of JPY 999 and casual dress. Its published hours cover both lunch and dinner service: Monday to Friday from 11:15 AM–2:30 PM and 6–10 PM, Saturday from 11 AM–3 PM and 6–10 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM–2:30 PM and 6–10 PM.
Ramen in Kyoto at a Budget Price
The appeal is straightforward: Men Dokoro Toritani is listed in the ramen category and has a JPY 999 price listing. That makes it a low-price option for diners comparing casual meals in Kyoto.
The venue is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Ramen - WEST - 2025. For comparison planning, comparable venues include Ramen Tsurumusha and Menya Sanda, while other dining options can be considered generically depending on schedule, budget, and location.
Casual Service Across Lunch and Dinner
Men Dokoro Toritani’s schedule includes lunch and dinner hours every day of the week. Weekday lunch begins at 11:15 AM, while weekend lunch begins at 11 AM. Dinner is listed from 6–10 PM daily.
Dress code is casual, so this is best treated as an easygoing stop rather than a formal dining booking. For details such as seating layout, payment methods, reservation policy, queue length, and menu items, diners should confirm directly before making a special trip.
For first-timers, the most grounded reason to go is the combination of Kyoto location, ramen recognition, casual dress, and a budget price listing. For broader Kyoto dining, see our full Kyoto restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 1-22 Saiinshijobatacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 615-0066, Japan
- Website
- twitter.com/toritani_kyoto
- Phone
- +81 75-754-7969
Venue details
Ambiance
Compact, non-smoking neighborhood ramen shop with counter and a few tables, a casual, energetic atmosphere typical of popular local ramen spots rather than a formal setting.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Chicken shoyu ramen
- Chicken shio ramen
- Rich paitan chicken ramen
- Light chintan chicken ramen
- Chicken & roast pork butter rice
- House original chicken chili oil
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1-22 Saiinshijobatacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 615-0066, Japan
Planning details
Location
1-22 Saiinshijobatacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 615-0066, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- caffellatte, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Nishino, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
- Ramen Tsurumusha, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Menya Sanda, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Taiyo Curry, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
Men Dokoro Toritani and Ramen Tsurumusha both land on Tabelog's WEST 100 and price bowls under JPY 1,000, but Tsurumusha runs a pork-tonkotsu base while Toritani sticks to chicken broth, order the latter if you prefer cleaner, less fatty bowls. Menya Sanda sits one tier higher at JPY 1,000–1,999 with a broader tsukemen menu and slightly easier late-night access, though neither takes reservations. caffellatte offers budget-friendly Italian in the same price range if ramen fatigue sets in, while Nishino jumps to JPY 15,000–19,999 for kaiseki and requires advance booking, useful if your group needs a sit-down dinner with reservations after a no-luck walk-in at Toritani.
For value-focused ramen in Kyoto, Toritani and Tsurumusha deliver Tabelog credibility at the lowest price tier. Taiyo Curry handles groups more comfortably at similar pricing, though it pivots to curry rice instead of noodles. If central location matters more than award recognition, Menya Sanda's accessibility beats the Ukyo Ward trek, but Toritani's late-night hours (until 10 PM, stock permitting) offer a practical fallback when other shops close early.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Men Dokoro Toritani?
Men Dokoro Toritani lists both lunch and dinner hours. Monday to Friday lunch is 11:15 AM–2:30 PM, Saturday lunch is 11 AM–3 PM, Sunday lunch is 11 AM–2:30 PM, and dinner is 6–10 PM daily. Choose the service that best fits your Kyoto schedule.
Does Men Dokoro Toritani handle dietary restrictions?
What should I order at Men Dokoro Toritani?
Men Dokoro Toritani is listed in the ramen category, with a price listing of JPY 999. Check the current menu on arrival before ordering.
What should a first-timer know about Men Dokoro Toritani?
Men Dokoro Toritani is in Kyoto, has a casual dress code, and has a price listing of JPY 999. Its listed hours include lunch and dinner daily, with dinner from 6–10 PM.
