Ichiban Ramen at 1st Avenue Mall
Location: 143, Jalan Magazine, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
1st Avenue Mall
Operating Hours
Operating hours not available
Overall Rating
Based on 96 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
Rick Ng
Surprised by how the ramen tasted like, the soup is very naturally flavored without much seasoning or artificial stuff, making it not salty and safe to eat. Gyoza skin was thin and soft, fillings were also tender and juicy. The only bad …
Positive Reviews
Jeremiah Seelan
An affordable Japanese restaurant, you can pick the set meal which comes with miso soup, chawanmushi, green tea and watermelon. Their curry rice is quite good with the curry and white rice are quite spot on in texture and taste. The staffs are quite friendly and very helpful. Located at ground floor of 1st Avenue.
Brigham Creek
Walking into Ichiban Ramen feels promising — nice little setup, clean tables, decent lighting, like it's trying its best to convince you it's more Tokyo back alley than mall food court. But then the food comes, and suddenly you're in the …
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Ichiban Ramen
Ichiban Ramen Japanese Kitchen
Storefront entrance with illuminated sign displaying 'ICHIBAN RAMEN' and 'Japanese Kitchen'. The facade features wooden paneling and a red circular logo. Inside, customers are seated or standing near the counter area; staff in black uniforms are visible behind the service counter. A lit display stand with the same logo is positioned at the entrance. The interior has warm lighting, tiled floors, and red banners hanging above the kitchen.
Ichiban Ramen Japanese Kitchen
Storefront with illuminated sign featuring logo and name 'ICHIBAN RAMEN' above entrance; interior visible showing customers dining, staff working behind counter, red accents, wooden furniture, and ceiling lights.
Ichiban Ramen Japanese Kitchen
Storefront with wooden paneling and illuminated signage above entrance. Visible interior includes seating area with red cushions and large food display on wall. Promotional poster mounted on left side of facade advertises summer dinner value meals in Malay/English, but is not considered shop_front as it's a printed material.
Iced Tea with Fruit
A tall glass of iced tea filled with ice, sliced lemons, kumquats, and dried plums. The drink is a reddish-brown color and is garnished with thin slices of lemon and kumquat on the rim, along with several dried plums.
Kimchi Fried Rice
A serving of kimchi fried rice topped with kimchi and sesame seeds, presented on a white plate.
Bowl of Ramen
A close-up shot of a bowl of ramen noodles. The bowl contains noodles in broth, topped with sliced egg, green onions, and shredded meat.
Seafood Fried Rice
A white bowl filled with seafood fried rice, topped with two large shrimp, two rings of calamari, and garnished with lettuce and parsley. The fried rice contains visible pieces of carrots and other vegetables.
Salad with Corn and Orange Slices
A black bowl filled with a colorful salad. The salad contains lettuce, corn kernels, cubed tofu, sliced tomatoes, sliced oranges, and shredded carrots. The ingredients are arranged attractively in the bowl.
Japanese Food Platter
A spread of Japanese dishes including ramen, fried rice, gyoza, edamame, fried chicken, and iced beverages.
Ramen Bowl
A bowl of ramen with noodles, soft-boiled egg, seaweed, green onions, and a pink swirl garnish in a dark ceramic bowl on a wooden table. A black spoon and chopsticks rest on the bowl. In the background, part of a printed material is visible.
Food Dish on Table
A close-up shot of a meal served in a black bowl on a wooden table. The dish includes white rice topped with two fried shrimp, a side of green lettuce, and a brown curry sauce sprinkled with sesame seeds. A spoon rests in the bowl. In the background, part of a person wearing a patterned shirt is visible, along with a glass of orange-colored drink. No signage or storefront elements are present.
Child's meal tray
A children's meal served on a colorful tray with cartoon characters, including rice topped with corn, a yellow egg roll, three small dessert cups, a pink drink bottle, and white plastic utensils. A child’s hand is partially visible at the top right.
Soup in ceramic bowl
A close-up shot of a dark ceramic bowl containing a creamy soup with a slice of mushroom and a red-striped garnish, resting on a matching saucer on a wooden table. A spoon is partially visible to the left.
Crispy Chicken Curry Rice Plate
A black plate with white rice topped with sliced crispy fried chicken breast, served with a thick brown curry sauce sprinkled with sesame seeds, garnished with green lettuce leaves. A fork rests on the right side of the plate. In the background, there is a glass of orange-colored beverage and a wooden table surface.
Food Service Interior
A plate of pan-fried dumplings with a side of dark dipping sauce on a white oval platter. In the background, there is a cup on a saucer, a slice of watermelon in a bowl, and another dumpling on a black tray. The table has a wood grain surface.
Food Plate on Table
A black rectangular plate with fried croquettes topped with shredded fish and sauce, accompanied by a side salad of lettuce, cabbage, tomatoes, cucumber slices, and garnished with cilantro. The dish is placed on a wooden-grain table surface.
Iced Matcha Latte on Wooden Table
A tall glass of iced matcha latte with green tea top layer and creamy bottom layer, filled with ice cubes and a metal spoon. The drink sits on a wooden table in an indoor setting. In the background, there is another beverage (possibly iced tea), condiment jars, and a partially visible printed material or receipt on a blue surface.
Ramen bowl with toppings
A close-up shot of a ramen bowl in a dark ceramic bowl on a wooden table. The broth is orange-red, containing a halved soft-boiled egg, seaweed flakes, green onions, a slice of nori, and a decorative flower-shaped topping. In the background, a plate of fried rice is partially visible. A black spoon rests in the bowl.
Meal served at restaurant
A table setting with a bowl of white rice topped with black sesame seeds, a black plate containing grilled meat glazed in dark sauce alongside a salad with lettuce, shredded vegetables, and a creamy dressing, accompanied by sliced watermelon and a bowl of miso soup garnished with green onions. The meal is presented on a wooden-grain tabletop.
Dining Table with Food
A wooden table with a plate of fried rice topped with egg, a black bowl of miso soup, and utensils including a spoon and fork. A small empty white plate is also present. The setting appears to be indoors in a restaurant or café.
Food Plate
A dish of fried food topped with shredded topping and sauce, served on a black rectangular plate alongside a side salad of lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and shredded vegetables. The plate rests on a wooden table with horizontal grain patterns.
Ramen bowl on table
A black ceramic bowl filled with ramen soup containing sliced pork, green onions, seaweed, a soft-boiled egg half, and nori sheet. A black spoon rests in the bowl. The bowl sits on a dark wood-grain table. In the background, there is another black bowl and a partially visible orange drink cup. No signage or storefront elements are visible.
Meal served at Ichiban Ramen
A bento box meal with rice, tofu, kimchi, noodles, pickled vegetables, lettuce, watermelon slice, miso soup, and a QR code card on the table.
Gyoza on Plate
A plate of pan-fried gyoza with a side of dipping sauce, served on a wooden table in an indoor dining setting.
Restaurant Interior Dining Table
A wooden table with various Chinese dishes including dumplings, mapo tofu, a bowl of soup, watermelon slices, tea, and condiments. A person is seated at the table holding a phone. A printed menu or flyer is partially visible on the left side of the table.
Food served at a restaurant
A close-up shot of fried chicken pieces on a black plate with a side salad including shredded cabbage, cherry tomatoes, and a lemon wedge. A small bowl of red chili sauce is beside the plate. In the background, another dish appears to be fried rice or noodles with meat. The setting includes a wooden table and blurred figures in the background.
Child's Meal Tray
A children's meal served on a colorful tray with cartoon designs. The tray contains rice with corn, fried fish, tofu, egg, yogurt cup (purple lid), three small fruit cups, ketchup, and child-sized fork and spoon. The setting appears to be indoors on a wooden table.
Ichiban Ramen Wall Art
Interior wall featuring a large mural of stylized waves in dark blue, white, and gold tones with the 'ICHIBAN RAMEN' logo above it. The logo is circular with red stripes inside a red circle. The wall has textured paint and is illuminated by LED lighting along the top edge.
Pancakes with dipping sauce
Three golden-brown pan-fried dumplings on a black rectangular plate, accompanied by a small white bowl of dark dipping sauce. The plate rests on a wooden table with striped grain pattern.
Ichiban Ramen storefront entrance
A staff member wearing a mask walks through the doorway of an Ichiban Ramen restaurant. The store has wooden paneling, illuminated signage with 'ICHIBAN RAMEN Japanese Kitchen', and promotional posters on easels. A digital display board welcomes customers and advertises daily subs. To the right is another shop with glass doors.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of fried chicken pieces on a dark square plate with a side salad garnished with parsley, a lemon wedge, and a halved tomato. The dish is served on a wooden table with a glass in the background.
Children's Meal Tray
A children’s meal served on a colorful tray with cartoon designs featuring Mickey Mouse. The meal includes corn rice, fried fish stick, tofu, and two small snacks. A pink Vitagen drink bottle sits beside the food. Children’s utensils (spoon and fork) are placed in a compartment. The tray rests on a wooden table. No shop front or menu is visible.
Ichiban Ramen Counter Signage
A wooden counter with a backlit illuminated sign displaying the Ichiban Ramen logo and name. Above it is a printed menu board showing various dishes including Donburi, Teppanyaki, and Salad sections. The setting appears to be indoors on tiled flooring with restaurant seating in background.
Food Display on Wooden Table
A meal arrangement featuring a bowl of corn salad with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and garnish; a side dish of shredded vegetables with pink sauce and yellow slices; and a small plate of watermelon wedges. All served on a dark wood-grain table.
Ichiban Ramen QR Code Instruction Sign
A clear plastic stand displays a red-bordered instruction card for Ichiban Ramen Japanese Kitchen. The sign guides customers to scan the QR code to choose dine-in or takeaway, select their order from the menu, add to cart, view and confirm order, wait for service, then pay at cashier after meal. Behind it is a dark blue wall with stylized white wave-like cutouts and ambient lighting.
Tableside Dessert Cup
A dark ceramic cup with a creamy dessert containing a red slice sits on a matching saucer with a spoon beside it, placed on a wood-grain table. In the background, a person's hands hold a smartphone; one hand wears a smartwatch. The setting suggests an indoor dining environment.
Pancakes with dipping sauce
Three golden-brown dumplings on a black tray beside a small cup of dark dipping sauce, placed on a wooden table.
Ramen meal with side dishes
A bowl of ramen with broth, egg, greens, nori, and sliced meat sits on a wooden table. Accompanying items include gyoza, watermelon slices, soy sauce, and a cup of dark beverage. A red promotional card is partially visible in the background.
Restaurant Interior
Modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, tiled floor, recessed ceiling lights, and a large wave-themed mural on the back wall. A counter area is visible in the background with red banners displaying signage. A few patrons are seated at tables. No menu boards or printed materials are clearly visible.
Tableside Meal
A bowl of red ramen with egg, meat, greens, and a dark leaf garnish sits on a wooden table next to a tall glass of iced brown beverage and a small plate of watermelon slices. A red coaster with partial branding is visible in the upper right corner.
Ramen bowl and iced tea
A black bowl of ramen with sliced pork, a half-boiled egg, green onions, and seaweed sits on a wooden table next to a glass of iced tea with a lemon slice and a straw. A QR code card and napkin are also visible on the table.
Cup of Beverage on Wooden Table
A black ceramic cup with gold speckles contains a creamy beverage, possibly soup or latte, resting on a matching saucer. A spoon is partially visible beside the cup. The setting is a wooden table with vertical grain patterns.
Crispy Pork Cutlet with Curry Sauce over Rice
A close-up shot of a meal featuring golden-brown crispy pork cutlet slices resting on white rice, covered in a thick orange curry sauce. A green leaf garnish is partially visible at the edge. The dish is served in a textured grey bowl.
Restaurant Menu Board
Digital display mounted on a wooden panel with vertical slatted frame showing 'SUPER DEAL LUNCH SET' promotions. Prices in Malaysian Ringgit (RM). Options include Japanese Fried Rice Set, Red Spicy Ichiban Ramen Set, Kibian Ramen Set, and Ternyaki Chicken With Rice Set. Add-ons available: RM3 for Agarista Tots or Chicken Gyros; RM3 to upgrade drink to Peach Tea or Lemon Tea.
Restaurant Promotional Displays
Two standing promotional banners inside a restaurant showcasing spring dinner sets and MaLa Teppanyaki dishes. The left banner features cherry blossom-themed designs with ramen and rice set options. The right banner highlights spicy chicken teppanyaki with price details and a 'change to beef' option.
Gyoza with dipping sauce
A white oval plate holds six pan-fried gyoza arranged in a row, with a small bowl of dark dipping sauce at the bottom. The plate rests on a wooden table with vertical grain patterns.
Ichiran Ramen Table Setup
A wooden table with branded napkins and a QR code order guide from Ichiran Ramen. The napkin features the restaurant's logo. A green clipboard holds a metal clip. The QR code card instructs customers on how to scan, choose dine-in or takeout, view menu items, confirm order, and pay at cashier after meal.
Tabletop meal at restaurant
A bowl of ramen with pork slices, a soft-boiled egg, nori, and greens in orange broth; side dishes include watermelon slices, gyoza on a black plate with dipping sauce, and a glass of iced yellow drink. A printed menu or flyer is partially visible with 'SUPER D LONG' text and QR code. The table has wood grain surface.
Gyoza with dipping sauce
Three pan-fried gyoza on a black textured plate with a small cup of dark dipping sauce, placed on a wooden table.
Table Setting with Food and Drinks
A table with various dishes including a bowl of ramen, side dishes like kimchi and tofu, a salad with corn and egg, and two beverages — one iced tea and one green matcha drink. The setting includes chopsticks, spoons, and red napkins on a wooden table.
Food Plate on Wooden Table
A close-up shot of a dish served in a white bowl with a spoon resting inside. The dish contains sliced tofu or similar protein, topped with corn kernels, shredded vegetables, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, lettuce leaves, and garnished with parsley. A dark-colored bowl is partially visible in the background. The table has a wood-grain pattern.
Mubarak Set Menu Flyer
A printed promotional flyer on a wooden surface featuring a Mubarak set with a main dish of ramen, side dishes like fries or gyoza, and drink options. The price is RM29.90 with a maximum savings of RM16.30. The design includes green and gold colors with Ramadan-themed decorations.