If you’re craving a rich, creamy bowl of authentic tonkotsu ramen in Amsterdam, there’s one place you need to be — Vatten Ramen LABO Plantage.
But here’s the twist: this ultra-flavorful Tonkotus ramen is only available on Mondays.
That’s right — every Monday, Vatten switches things up and serves what just might be the best tonkotsu ramen in the city. Thick, savory broth, melt-in-your-mouth chashu, and perfectly cooked noodles… it’s a taste straight from Japan, hidden in the heart of Amsterdam.
1. What’s the buzz? Vatten’s bold new move
Vatten Ramen has built a strong reputation in Amsterdam for their rich chicken-based paitan ramen and bold, spicy tantanmen.
Now, they’re leveling up with something completely different: a Monday-only tonkotsu ramen that brings deep, porky satisfaction to the table.
This isn’t a one-time novelty — it’s a carefully crafted bowl that pays tribute to Japan’s ramen traditions. Thick, flavorful, and seriously comforting.
2. Let’s talk broth
At the heart of this ramen is the broth — and Vatten doesn’t hold back. This tonkotsu is intensely rich and thick, made by boiling pork bones down to their very essence. Every spoonful is packed with deep, concentrated flavor — the kind of broth that coats your tongue and stays with you. It’s not light, it’s not subtle — it’s bold, unapologetic tonkotsu, just the way it should be.
And here’s something not everyone knows: the person behind this ramen actually founded a well-known ramen shop in Japan. Vatten doesn’t really highlight this, but if you’re curious about which one — feel free to ask me. I’ll happily spill the (porky) secrets. Isn’t it wild that you can taste ramen this famous — straight out of Japan — right here in Amsterdam? We’re talking about a bowl crafted by the founder of a well-known ramen shop back in Japan. No flights needed — just show up on a Monday.
3. What’s in the bowl?
You’ll get perfectly cooked thin noodles with just the right bite. The toppings? Classic and spot-on: melt-in-your-mouth chashu pork, a marinated egg with a jammy yolk, crunchy kikurage mushrooms, fresh scallions, and a sheet of nori to bring it all together. This is the kind of bowl you won’t want to share — and definitely won’t leave unfinished.
4. When and where?
You can get this tonkotsu ramen only on Mondays at Vatten Ramen LABO Plantage in Amsterdam. It’s limited and can sell out — so it’s best to go earlier in the day if you don’t want to miss it!
5. Why it stands out
Let’s be honest: tonkotsu ramen outside Japan can be hit-or-miss. It’s often too thin, too bland, or just lacking that signature depth.
In many European ramen shops, the broth isn’t even made in-house — just powder mixed with hot water.
But not here.
At Vatten, the broth is carefully simmered from scratch by a chef who actually owned and ran a ramen shop in Japan. He knows exactly what real tonkotsu should taste like — and it shows.
This bowl delivers true richness, aroma, and satisfaction — the way it’s done back in Japan. Locals and ramen fans are already calling it the best tonkotsu in town. Try it and see for yourself.
Follow [@vattenramen_plantage] for weekly updates — and don’t forget to go early next Monday before it sells out!
