Ramen Bankara at IOI Mall Damansara
Location: Lot CC 61 & 62, Concourse Floor, IOI Mall Damansara, 2A, Persiaran Surian, Tropicana Indah, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
IOI Mall Damansara
Each bowl showcases the brand's philosophy of "Cooking by Heart," crafted by Mr. Kusano using traditional family recipes perfected over generations. The broth is a masterful blend of thick, rich pork soup mixed with specially blended soy sauce and creamy pure pork broth, creating that distinctive "Impact" taste. Fresh ingredients imported from Japan and meticulous preparation ensure every spoonful delivers the genuine flavours one would experience dining in Japan.
Open daily from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM, Ramen Bankara invites you to enhance your meal with their table-side fresh garlic press - a beloved tradition to boost the aroma and depth of your steaming broth. Whether you are a ramen connoisseur or new to Japanese cuisine, Bankara promises a memorable dining experience that stands out with its outstanding and unique style.
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Overall Rating
Based on 347 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
Vivian Kate
I'm not a Ramen expert. But honestly, I thought it's pretty basic and the price is ridiculously expensive. I mean I get that people actually want to try Japanese Ramen but seriously at this price, might as well go to the hawker stall for …
Positive Reviews
Magdelena Kam
I’ve been coming here for few years and it is my go to when I’m craving for ramen. I love the bankara series - chashu men. The broth is tasty and well balanced, the pork is super tender as well. Highly recommended!
C.Y. Chung
If you want an excellent Original bankara and tonkotsu ramen, this is the must go to placeb(non halal) which has not failed so far. The broth in the bankara ramen which is a special pork bone infused with a special Shoyu, served with Tokyo …
Andrew Ang
Tried their signature Bankara ramen, where the broth is made using pork bones and shoyu. The noodles had a good bite, a little different from the types of ramen noodles i'm accustomed to. Pork belly was nice and tender. We also ordered the …
Joanne Foo
Food quality is definitely matching its price tag but worth the try. Love the interior decor. …
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Ramen Bankara
Ra-Men Bankara
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Ramen Bankara
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Ramen Bankara Storefront
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Ramen Bankara
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RA-MEN BANKARA
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Ramen Bankara
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Ramen with Pork and Seaweed
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Ramen Bowl
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Ramen Bowl
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Marinated Egg Halves
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Pan-fried dumplings
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Bowl of Edamame
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Two Halved Ramen Eggs
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Ramen Bowl
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Ramen Bowl
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Curry with Rice
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Salad with Sesame Dressing
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Spinach Salad
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Noodle Dish with Broth
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Marinated Egg
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Ramen Bowl
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Ramen Bowl
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Garlic Fried Rice
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Restaurant Interior
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Ramen with Butter
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Ramen Dinner
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Edamame in a Bowl
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Ramen Bowl
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Japanese Curry with Rice and Croquettes
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Pan-fried dumplings
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Table Condiments
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Ramen Bowl
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Spinach Salad
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Salad with Edamame and Boiled Eggs
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Pan-fried dumplings
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Ramen Bowl
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Ramen Dish
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Ramen Dish
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Japanese Curry with Rice
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Ramen Bowl
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Fried Croquettes
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Edamame in a Bowl
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Spicy Ramen Bowl
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Two bowls of ramen
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Ramen Bowl
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Ramen and Gyoza Display
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Restaurant Display Case
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