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Chaco Ramen Bondi

11 O'Brien St, Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia

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Find Chaco Ramen Bondi

11 O'Brien St, Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia

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+61 2 9130 4499
HoursMonday: 5:30 – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 5:30 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 8:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Chaco Ramen Bondi

Bondi regulars detour down O'Brien Street for serious broth—simmered with slow-built depth and spared from the beachfront noise. The Fat Soy brings real pork weight, though bowls with yuzu scallop or chilli coriander draw steady return visits. Springy noodles hold a firm chew beneath slices of tender chashu and soft eggs. Orders kick off with smoky Wagyu rolls and crisp fried octopus beside cold tap beer. The dining room stays small and casual, built for walk-ins who slide onto stools without needing a reservation.

  • Slow-Built Broths: Layered soups simmered for depth, spanning hearty Fat Soy and chili coriander to refreshing yuzu scallop and vegan varieties.
  • Izakaya Plates: Crisp octopus karaage, smoky Wagyu rolls, and gyoza made to pair with cold draft beer or yuzu highballs.
  • Intimate Beachside Room: A compact, low-key dining room off the beach strip suited for quick solo dinners or casual evening catch-ups.
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Why Diners Choose Chaco Ramen Bondi

From slow-built broths to relaxed beachside evenings, discover why Chaco Ramen is Bondi's go-to noodle destination—book your table today.

  • Slow-Built, Layered Broths

    Ramen at Chaco is anchored by slow-simmered stocks that achieve intense savory depth without feeling heavy, matched with carefully textured noodles and precision toppings.

    Rich, deep, and layered, it has that slow-built intensity that tells you time and attention have gone into every pot.

    Jason Xu

  • Inventive Craft Variations

    Alongside soy classics, the kitchen serves inventive signature bowls such as yuzu scallop, chilli coriander, and seafood broths that offer a refreshing departure from standard menus.

    This Yuzu scallop ramen is highly recommended. It was lighter than expected and the unique broth was impressive.

    L L

  • Effortless Walk-In Ease

    Diners can drop in spontaneously for an unpretentious, high-caliber meal without navigating structured reservations or deposit hurdles.

    You don't need to book for most of times.

    Michelle Ren

  • Restorative Beachside Comfort

    Whether warming up after a winter afternoon or stepping off the beach, the compact room delivers a steaming, restorative bowl paired with cold beer.

    Perfect place for to grab authentic ramen + beer on a chilly winter day.

    Jason

  • Shareable Izakaya Starters

    Izakaya sides like Wagyu rolls, prawn karaage, and skewers turn a straightforward noodle order into an interactive feast made for passing across the table.

    The ramen portions are generous, and the rolls are perfect for sharing as an appetizer.

    Alex Kirichok

  • Intimate Vibe for Catch-Ups and Dates

    The compact, energetic room strikes an easy balance for low-key catch-ups, relaxed dates, and relaxed family dinners in Bondi.

    A real gem - family friendly but also caters to couples who wish to have a casual date night.

    Joyce Wu

Signature bowls and izakaya sides celebrated by Bondi diners.

  • Yuzu Scallop Ramen

    This Yuzu scallop ramen is highly recommended. It was lighter than expected and the unique broth was impressive.

    L L

  • Gyoza

    the gyozas are insanely flavourful, best I’ve ever had

    Marcus J

  • Vegetarian Ramen

    The vegetarian ramen was so good

    nixsi d

  • Chilli Coriander Ramen

    The Chilli Coriander was not too savoury and had great flavour depth.

    Jason

Other favorites

Complement your ramen with expertly crafted small plates and izakaya bites.

  • Wagyu Rolls

    Highly recommend: Wague Rolls, smoked flavor

    Michelle Ren

  • Occy Kara-age

    I ordered the 'Occy Kara-age' and a beer for starters. The octopus was good and tasty.

    Andrew Gardner

  • Soft Shell Crab Sushi

    The crab was cooked really nicely, it retained a certain crispiness I hadn’t had anywhere else, and the flavours were jam packed.

    stefan

  • Pork Belly Skewers

    The pork belly skewers are a high light as well.

    Joyce Wu

Before you head over

Practical advice on seating, ordering flow, and dietary accommodations—reserve your table in advance to guarantee an effortless dining experience.

  • Securing Your Table

    While walk-in seating is often readily available during off-peak hours and Sunday nights, the intimate Bondi dining room fills up fast during weekend peak rushes. Book ahead to skip any wait for a table.

  • Pacing Your Order

    Dishes arrive fresh from the kitchen as soon as they are prepped, and table space is intimate. If you are pairing starters like gyoza or octopus karaage with ramen, consider staggering your order so your bowls arrive piping hot without crowding the table.

  • Dietary Flexibility

    The kitchen is notably accommodating of special diets, offering dedicated vegetarian and vegan ramen broths alongside flexible adjustments for gluten-free guests. Staff can also happily serve rich toppings or chili paste on the side.

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