About Ramenhead Izakaya
Ramenhead Izakaya is a Japanese restaurant located on Kloof Street in Gardens, Cape Town, operated by the culinary team behind FYN Restaurant, including Peter Tempelhoff and Ashley Moss. The venue features an expanded izakaya concept complete with indoor dining, bar seating, and an outdoor courtyard sake bar managed by Jennifer Hugé. The kitchen serves a diverse menu that highlights authentic, house-made noodles crafted daily on a specialized Yamato machine, alongside ramen varieties, Osaka-style pressed sushi, sashimi, and wood-fired small plates.
Guests can choose from standard à la carte seating or a structured multi-course Chef's Omakase experience. The establishment operates for lunch and dinner from Tuesday through Saturday, offers a dedicated lunch service on Sundays, and remains closed on Mondays, while the courtyard bar remains open late into the evening.