Bakery Lane's Nom Nom Korean Eatery Is Adding a Ramen and Sake Bar

Nom Nom Korean Eatery might celebrate one particular country in its name, but the Fortitude Valley restaurant has always had a soft spot for Japanese cuisine too. Alongside the likes of bibimbap (Korean mixed rice bowls) and banchan (small offerings such as fried octopus and spicy pork-filled buns), its menu features sushi, katsu and ramen — and now the soupy, brothy dish is getting its own spot next door.

Yes, the sounds of slurping will be echoing through Bakery Lane — well, echoing louder — thanks to the opening of Nom Nom Ramen and Sake Bar. From Friday, May 11, the dedicated space will expand upon Nom Nom's existing Japanese selection, serving up six types of ramen as well as a range of dry and sweet sake.

Menu standouts include the signature spicy vegetable ramen, plus two varieties of charsiu ramen, aka the go-to pork version that has become synonymous with the soup. For those keen on something other than noodles, meat and vegetables in hot liquid, two fried noodle dishes will also be available.

In addition, when Nom Nom Ramen and Sake Bar's doors open for the first time, the eatery will be giving away 100 free bowls. Hungry ramen lovers should head by at 6pm on May 11 —and, given that free ramen is certain to be popular, arriving early is recommended.

Nom Nom Ramen and Sake Bar will open in Bakery Lane, 680 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley on Friday, May 11. Visit the eatery's website and Facebook page for further details.