Hamakaze Ramen in Cebu: A Must-Visit for Rich Chicken Collagen Soup
If you’re still hunting for a bowl of authentic ramen, then you should drop by Hamakaze Ramen in Mandaue City, Cebu!
Hamakaze is a small Japanese restaurant located along A. S. Fortuna Street in Mandaue City, just a four-minute walk away from Oakridge Business Park, which houses a few of Mandaue’s hit restaurants. A blue sign leads you into one of the few places in Mandaue City where you can find authentic Japanese food.
For those exploring Cebu’s Japanese dining scene, Hamakaze Ramen stands out as a spot built around the comforting appeal of rich, collagen-based broth and familiar Japanese favorites. It is a place where diners can enjoy a Japanese-style atmosphere while settling in for a satisfying bowl of ramen.
Among the dishes that capture attention is the Spicy Paitan Ramen, one of the restaurant’s best-sellers, combining the richness of chicken collagen soup with a spicy kick that makes it especially appealing to those who like depth and heat in every spoonful.
Spicy Paitan Ramen (Php 410) / IMAGE from Hamakaze Ramen
Another notable bowl is the Ebi Paitan Ramen, which layers shrimp flavor into the chicken-based broth for something savory yet slightly more nuanced. For guests who want something different from the usual soup-based bowl, Hamakaze also features Tokyo Abura Soba, a soupless ramen option, as well as Zaru Ramen, served chilled with a sweet soy dipping sauce.
Ebi Paitan Ramen (Php 420) / IMAGE from Hamakaze Ramen’s Facebook page
The menu also goes beyond noodles. Hamakaze’s offerings include Gyoza (Japanese pan-fried dumplings), Karaage (Japanese style fried chicken), Chicken Katsudon, and Garlic Pork Chahan, giving diners several ways to round out the meal or share a few side dishes with the table.
Gyoza (Php 200) / IMAGE from Hamakaze Ramen’s Facebook page
Karaage (Php 290) / IMAGE from Hamakaze Ramen’s Facebook page
Garlic Pork Chahan (Medium-Php 260; Large-Php 280) / IMAGE from Hamakaze Ramen’s Facebook page
These selections add to the restaurant’s easygoing appeal, making it a worthwhile stop whether one is in the mood for a full ramen feast or simply craving dependable Japanese comfort food in Cebu.
