Menba Rikiou
Tenri
Restaurant in Tenri, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Dress
Casual
Why go
A Tabelog Ramen WEST 100 shop (2023–2025) serving ramen, tsukemen, and dumplings at ¥1,000–¥1,999 for both lunch and dinner. The 16-seat space includes counter seating for solo diners and tables for families, with no reservations and cash-only payment. Open six days a week, closed Sundays.
About Menba Rikiou
Menba Rikiou in Tenri is a casual venue with pricing in the ¥1,000–¥1,999 range. Its listed hours cover both midday and evening service Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed. The venue is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - WEST - 2025 recognition, giving ramen-focused diners a clear reason to keep it on a Tenri shortlist.
What the Tabelog 100 Recognition Signals
Menba Rikiou's recognition is Tabelog 100 - Ramen - WEST - 2025. That does not by itself confirm details such as seating layout, reservations, payment methods, signature dishes, or exact scores, so the safest way to read the accolade is as a regional ramen-category marker rather than a complete guide to the experience. Within the facts, the strongest practical takeaways are the Tenri location, casual dress code, ¥1,000–¥1,999 price range, and six-day operating schedule.
Room, Seats, and Service Format
What is is that Menba Rikiou is in Tenri, keeps a casual dress code, and opens Monday through Saturday from 11 AM–2:30 PM and 5–9:30 PM. It is closed on Sunday. Diners should confirm any operational details that matter to their visit before going.
Seasonal Shifts and What to Order
For planning purposes, treat Menba Rikiou as a casual Tenri stop in the ¥1,000–¥1,999 range, with service hours split between midday and evening on operating days. If comparing options, Menya Ittoku, Men Shokudo 88, Ramen Senichi, Kiyosuminosato AWA, and Simple comme Bonjour may be considered as other named peers, while other dining in Tenri can be evaluated generically based on schedule and budget.
The confirmed profile is simpler: Menba Rikiou is a casual Tenri venue, recognized in Tabelog 100 - Ramen - WEST - 2025, priced at ¥1,000–¥1,999, and open six days a week with Sunday closed.
Quick reference: Tenri | casual dress code | ¥1,000–¥1,999 | open Monday–Saturday 11 AM–2:30 PM and 5–9:30 PM | closed Sunday | Tabelog 100 - Ramen - WEST - 2025.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒632-0018 Nara, Tenri, Besshocho, 81-8 ヨシエビル 通眞 1階
- Website
- facebook.com/menbarikioih
- Phone
- +81 743-85-7200
Venue details
Ambiance
A compact, non-smoking ramen shop with a stylish, modern feel and counter seating that creates a lively yet cozy atmosphere typical of popular local noodle bars.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Rikiou Chashu Ramen
- Chicken broth soy sauce soba
- Tsukemen
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒632-0018 Nara, Tenri, Besshocho, 81-8 ヨシエビル 通眞 1階
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒632-0018 Nara, Tenri, Besshocho, 81-8 ヨシエビル 通眞 1階 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Simple comme Bonjour, French, ¥¥
- Ramen Senichi, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Menya Ittoku, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Men Shokudo 88, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Kiyosuminosato AWA, Japanese, ¥¥
Restaurant context
At ¥1,000–¥1,999 per head, Menba Rikiou sits in the middle of Tenri's ramen tier. Ramen Senichi and Menya Ittoku both operate below ¥1,000, making them better options for strict budget dining. Men Shokudo 88 matches Menba Rikiou's price range but lacks the Tabelog 100 credential. For diners prioritizing recognized quality over cost, Menba Rikiou delivers the most editorial validation at this price point.
The three-year Tabelog streak sets it apart from single-year listees and unawarded shops in the area. If you want French instead of ramen, Simple comme Bonjour operates at a similar ¥¥ level outside central Tenri but requires advance planning. For Japanese cuisine with table service and a quieter room, Kiyosuminosato AWA is the better pick, though at a higher price tier. Menba Rikiou works when you want award-recognized ramen without the formality or cost of kaiseki.
Walk-ins are the only option here, so if you need guaranteed seating, book a table at Yoshoku Katsui instead. For ramen specifically, Menba Rikiou's broader menu, ramen, tsukemen, dumplings, gives it more flexibility than single-format competitors. Solo diners should claim a counter seat early; groups of four should aim for off-peak hours to secure a table.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Menba Rikiou good for solo dining?
What is confirmed is that Menba Rikiou is a casual Tenri venue in the ¥1,000–¥1,999 range, with midday and evening hours Monday through Saturday.
Does Menba Rikiou handle dietary restrictions?
How far ahead should I book Menba Rikiou?
Is Menba Rikiou good for a special occasion?
The profile is casual, with a ¥1,000–¥1,999 price range. Specific details about atmosphere, seating, and pacing are not confirmed, so suitability for a special occasion depends on what kind of celebration you have in mind.
Is midday or evening better at Menba Rikiou?
Both midday and evening hours: Monday through Saturday, 11 AM–2:30 PM and 5–9:30 PM.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Menba Rikiou?
The confirmed price range is ¥1,000–¥1,999.
What are alternatives to Menba Rikiou?
For comparisons, consider comparable venue venues such as Menya Ittoku, Men Shokudo 88, Ramen Senichi, Kiyosuminosato AWA, and Simple comme Bonjour, or compare Menba Rikiou with other dining in Tenri generically based on price, hours, and location.
