Tori no Keiji

Name: Tori no Keiji
Address: 25 Market Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000, Melbourne CBD, VIC, AU

Japanese · Melbourne CBD, Melbourne · $$

★ 4.7 · 71 Google reviews

Opened 8 Oct 2026source

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Tori no Keiji is the first international outpost of an Osaka chicken paitan ramen chain from the Keiji Project, which runs six shops in Japan; it opened on 8 October 2026 at 25 Market Lane in Chinatown, the former Shoya site, with seating for around 60 across two levels. The venue states it is 100% halal, with no pork or alcohol used on the premises, and displays its halal certificate by the door. The menu centres on a chicken broth simmered for eight hours, served as a salt-based signature paitan ramen alongside matcha, black garlic, spicy, truffle and carbonara-style variations, with chicken chashu and chicken side dishes.

Is Tori no Keiji halal?: Yes. The restaurant describes itself as 100% halal and says everyone is welcome; its broth and dishes are chicken-based with no pork or alcohol.
Do I need to book a table?: Walk-ins are welcome. Groups of more than 10 guests must book in advance, which the restaurant arranges by direct message on Instagram.
Is it suitable for large groups?: The restaurant says it has plenty of large tables and positions itself for birthdays, family gatherings and group dinners; parties over 10 need a booking.
What days is Tori no Keiji open?: It is closed on Mondays and opens for lunch 11am-3pm and dinner from 5pm the rest of the week, closing at 9pm Tuesday to Thursday and Sunday and at 10pm on Friday and Saturday.