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Ramen Afro Beats Shinjuku

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Shinjuku · Ramen

Chicken paitan ramen specialist near Shinjuku Gyoen-mae station. Opened October 2023 as the second location of Ramen Break Beats; per Yahoo News reporting (2024), the second location is a Michelin Bib Gourmand selection. No reservations, walk-ins only.

As seen on Instagram

Original post by @yuichi_eats

How to visit

Maps verified 2026-06-22

Address
103 1-16-10 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
Hours
Mon–Sun 11:00 AM–2:30 PM, 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
Price
$$
Rating
4.4 ★ (685 reviews on Google Maps)
English (?)
Yes
Reservations
Not required

What makes it special

Afro Beats opened in October 2023 as the second location of Ramen Break Beats. Per Yahoo News expert reporting (ramentaroshin, June 2024), this second location is also a Michelin Bib Gourmand selection. The chicken paitan was reimagined with adjusted ingredients, portions, toppings, and noodle preparation—aiming for deeper flavour without heaviness. The plating was redesigned as well. The taste-egg chicken paitan anchors the menu. Walk-in traffic only; no phone orders.

How to visit

3 minutes on foot from Shinjuku Gyoen-mae station (Marunouchi Line). Open 11:00–2:30 PM and 5:00–9:00 PM daily. No reservations: arrive during service hours. Payment method and menu details best confirmed via their Instagram (@ramenafrobeats).

FAQ

Is this the same as Ramen Break Beats?

No. Afro Beats opened in October 2023 as the second location of Ramen Break Beats. Per Yahoo News reporting (2024), the second location is a Michelin Bib Gourmand selection. Both serve chicken paitan; Afro Beats is near Shinjuku Gyoen-mae.

Can I make a reservation?

No. Afro Beats accepts walk-ins only.

What's the signature dish?

Taste-egg chicken paitan (ajitama tori-paitan ramen). The menu was recently revamped with updated ingredients and preparation; confirm current price at the shop.