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Ordered for delivery (through Uber Eats) and it was prepped very quickly on a Friday night and arrived still hot. The portion size was very generous, especially the amount of noodles. Could definitely have stretched it to 2 meals. I also loved the egg, it was a little sweet. The pork belly was melt in your mouth. Beware of the chili oil, it's incredibly spicy (at least for me lol). A small splash makes the ramen perfect though. Will definitely order again!!
It's not every day that you'll hear me say that anything is the 'best' anything. In this case, I'll have to do just that and say this: These guys serve the BEST ramen I've ever had, both in Australia and the U.S. I'm referring specifically to their shio ramen, with the glorious toppings consisting of chashu, bamboo shoots, shallots, egg, nori, fish cakes, and more. The chicken broth may not have the depth of a typical donkotsu broth, but it's a perfect blend of clean, lean, minimally fatty, savory broth that effortlessly envelops fresh ramen noodles. Private parking at rear of the shop is limited but street parking is all around and not terribly hard to secure, and honestly, I would gladly park a mile away and walk if I had to, if it meant that I would be able to reunite with my beloved shio ramen. Until next time, I hope they get much love from locals and stay open for another century.
Service was great and food was really good! The gyoza were crispy and tasted freshly made. It is a cute spot!
A buddy and I were craving Ramen one night; but instead of sticking to the usual Bethesda area, we decided to check out the Arlington area. Personally, I was amazed to see so many Ramen spots in this area. The only downside is they have such limited hours, so you really have to choose a time outside of your normal workday to drive down and appreciate what the Arlington area has to offer. As we were driving towards the restaurant, we realized that it was getting close to closing time. My friend literally stopped at a light; I got out of the car, jumped over a road barrier, almost falling, but went to see if I could reserve a table. Even though we arrived there at 9:30, they were really accommodating to still serve my friend and I. The restaurant itself was clean and slick, really paying homage to the minimalist design style. You'll see different kinds of decorations adorned the walls, and my personal favorite aesthetic, the paper lanterns illuminating the room. We ordered the vegetarian Ramen. I thought it was flavorful, especially for a clear broth soup base. I've become so used to the creamy broth, that I wanted to try something a little more lighter. The noodles were fresh, so were with the vegetables. I always have to have a marinated egg with mine. It really adds a level of umami to it. Mind you this was before eggs became outrageously expensive. Even though I wasn't able to finish the whole thing, I still had enough to take for lunch, and it still tasted awesome. I would definitely want to come back and try their vegetarian roll menu. Check this place out either with friends, family, or even as a date night, but just be mindful of the times as some of these places may not be open till late; but you won't be disappointed!
OH.MY.GOSH! I had kept reading about Boru on Reddit threads about NOVA ramen. All the praise is true. The Tonkatsu broth is rich and creamy. The portion is huge. The chasu is so tender it is falling apart. I only have superlatives and the price is so reasonable. I got a side of pork belly as they offer that as a ramen, very tender. I think Boru has taken the top spot for Arlington ramen for me!!
We've dined here twice and have enjoyed it every time! BUTA KAKUNI $15 - Silky pork bone broth, ramen noodle, buta kakuni (sweet pork belly), seaweed, egg, bamboo shoot, scallion and roasted. The sweet pork belly was so so good and the bamboo shoots were delicious. TANTAN-MEN $15 - Hot and spicy ramen noodles soup, egg, bamboo shoot, scallions & roasted sesame seeds in silky pork bone broth. + Spicy minced pork TanTan with Peanuts. The broth is so good and this is our favorite. HOUSE SPICY MISO $15 - Awase miso, pork broth, ramen noodle, pork chashu, corn, egg, bamboo shoot, scallion and roasted sesame Other things to note: - Easy to walk in and get a seat. - Food comes out incredibly fast. - Staff is attentive and very friendly. - Easy street parking.
Ambiance: (5/5) nice seating, and I really enjoyed the fact that you can see the kitchen through the glass. It added a nice touch. Price: (4/5) prices seem reasonable for the area however I thought it was a little odd to charge $1.50 for not even a full small sauce container worth of chili oil. Food: (4/5) I really enjoyed the Ramen I had. Mine was already spicy for the menu so I didn't have to pay the up charge on the chili oil. I thought the meat was cooked well and the broth was flavor. The portion sizes seem average. Service: (5/5) great service, food came out quick.
***TASTE OF JAPAN IN THE DMV???*** Came in to a well lit Japanese ramen spot. The decor was more Japanese modern with a heavy western influence but you could feel the subtle Japanese influences. Does this pass as an authentic Japanese izakaya no but it is the closest I've gotten so far after leaving Japan . The drinks they had made to order were heavily influenced by Japanese culture and that became apparent when they served Sapporo on draft and in cans. They also had Sapporo black which I have not seee n since I was in Japan. The gyozas were an order of 6 for $9 and were good but they are friend not steamed. That did not stop the flavor from bustin through and being some of the best in the area. The takoyaki was just like the street vendors in Osaka with a subtle twist. These ones were cooked to perfection! Now for the star of the show! The Tonkotsu Ramen was almost as good as the local spot near my Japanese apartment. The flavor had a little missing but overall for a quick bite this is the best in the DMV. The chef did not speak English but the ramen was a large bowl that could have been shared with two people and neither would be hungry. Everything was served quickly and the only thing I would change is the amount of people talking since in traditional Japanese restaurants there is none... ****OVERALL 8/10 and only not a 10/10 because the flavor was just slightly off since the equipment hasn't been used everyday for 50 years and the recipes were not passed down from the ancestors of Feudal Japan.****
This place was absolutely amazing! We started with the crispy chicken wings as an appetizer perfectly tender and flavorful, the meat practically fell off the bone. My daughter ordered the Shio Tantan Ramen with spicy minced pork and pork chasu (she skips the toppings because she's quirky like that), and she loved every bite. I went with the Seven Ocean Set, and every piece of fish was fresh and delicious. On top of the incredible food, the customer service was excellent friendly, attentive, and welcoming. I honestly can't rave enough about this spot. It's the kind of place you enjoy so much that you're already planning your next visit before you even leave. I'll definitely be back, and I highly recommend you come experience it too!
While waiting for the Arlington Cinema Drafthouse to open, we stopped by this cute ramen spot. Well, truthfully, we were looking for happy hour, but this turned out to be an excellent choice! Very cute and inviting, great service, and awesome food. I'm pretty simple and didn't want anything too heavy, so I settled on the Yakisoba with chicken. I later learned that our waitress prefers it with shrimp, so next time I'll know! I could definitely see this becoming my little solo date spot, a cute place to meet up with girlfriends, or a cozy date night with your boo or beau. Cheers! read more
3 months ago
Food is UH-MAZE-ING!! Our waitress asked if we wanted the bar (to watch the World Cup) or a regular seat. Obviously opted for the bar. The waitress (so sweet) made a few alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink options (it was late afternoon). I got the Seared Sakana which was a freaking 10/10. The options are salmon, tuna, and yellow tail--i asked for spicy tuna instead and they accommodated! It was soooooooooooo good. Melt in your mouth delicious. Also! Before the food came out, the sushi chefs plopped a plate of simple mini California rolls for us to eat while waiting. Free of charge of course. My partner got the Gyu-Don and it was also delicious. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is because ppl who came after us got their food before my partner got his Gyu-Don; seemed like the kitchen forgot? So i got my roll before he got his meal, but after we mentioned it, it came out a few mins later. Definitely a yummy place, though. The atmosphere is light, it's very clean, and the service was great other than the lateness of the food which i blame the kitchen for lol. Highly recommended and would definitely come back. read more
My friends and I stumbled on this place after a show next door and were glad we did! They have some beautiful drinks in their mocktail menu, and the Strawberry Lychee one was very good and not too sweet. We order gyoza and high key it might have been the best gyoza I've ever had! The tofu edamame ramen was very good and flavorful! The restaurant is cute and upscale feeling but also cozy. The service was excellent and each plate was plated gorgeously. read more
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10 months ago
Ordered for delivery (through Uber Eats) and it was prepped very quickly on a Friday night and arrived still hot. The portion size was very generous, especially the amount of noodles. Could definitely have stretched it to 2 meals. I also loved the egg, it was a little sweet. The pork belly was melt in your mouth. Beware of the chili oil, it's incredibly spicy (at least for me lol). A small splash makes the ramen perfect though. Will definitely order again!! read more
It's not every day that you'll hear me say that anything is the 'best' anything. In this case, I'll have to do just that and say this: These guys serve the BEST ramen I've ever had, both in Australia and the U.S. I'm referring specifically to their shio ramen, with the glorious toppings consisting of chashu, bamboo shoots, shallots, egg, nori, fish cakes, and more. The chicken broth may not have the depth of a typical donkotsu broth, but it's a perfect blend of clean, lean, minimally fatty, savory broth that effortlessly envelops fresh ramen noodles. Private parking at rear of the shop is limited but street parking is all around and not terribly hard to secure, and honestly, I would gladly park a mile away and walk if I had to, if it meant that I would be able to reunite with my beloved shio ramen. Until next time, I hope they get much love from locals and stay open for another century. read more
3 months ago
Service was great and food was really good! The gyoza were crispy and tasted freshly made. It is a cute spot! read more
A buddy and I were craving Ramen one night; but instead of sticking to the usual Bethesda area, we decided to check out the Arlington area. Personally, I was amazed to see so many Ramen spots in this area. The only downside is they have such limited hours, so you really have to choose a time outside of your normal workday to drive down and appreciate what the Arlington area has to offer. As we were driving towards the restaurant, we realized that it was getting close to closing time. My friend literally stopped at a light; I got out of the car, jumped over a road barrier, almost falling, but went to see if I could reserve a table. Even though we arrived there at 9:30, they were really accommodating to still serve my friend and I. The restaurant itself was clean and slick, really paying homage to the minimalist design style. You'll see different kinds of decorations adorned the walls, and my personal favorite aesthetic, the paper lanterns illuminating the room. We ordered the vegetarian Ramen. I thought it was flavorful, especially for a clear broth soup base. I've become so used to the creamy broth, that I wanted to try something a little more lighter. The noodles were fresh, so were with the vegetables. I always have to have a marinated egg with mine. It really adds a level of umami to it. Mind you this was before eggs became outrageously expensive. Even though I wasn't able to finish the whole thing, I still had enough to take for lunch, and it still tasted awesome. I would definitely want to come back and try their vegetarian roll menu. Check this place out either with friends, family, or even as a date night, but just be mindful of the times as some of these places may not be open till late; but you won't be disappointed! read more
OH.MY.GOSH! I had kept reading about Boru on Reddit threads about NOVA ramen. All the praise is true. The Tonkatsu broth is rich and creamy. The portion is huge. The chasu is so tender it is falling apart. I only have superlatives and the price is so reasonable. I got a side of pork belly as they offer that as a ramen, very tender. I think Boru has taken the top spot for Arlington ramen for me!! read more
4 months ago
Wow! Absolute best experience. Came at 11pm and the service was immediately attentive and warm. Food was so tasty, fresh, quick, and the flavors were fantastic. The space is cozy, and beautiful. read more
4 months ago
We've dined here twice and have enjoyed it every time! BUTA KAKUNI $15 - Silky pork bone broth, ramen noodle, buta kakuni (sweet pork belly), seaweed, egg, bamboo shoot, scallion and roasted. The sweet pork belly was so so good and the bamboo shoots were delicious. TANTAN-MEN $15 - Hot and spicy ramen noodles soup, egg, bamboo shoot, scallions & roasted sesame seeds in silky pork bone broth. + Spicy minced pork TanTan with Peanuts. The broth is so good and this is our favorite. HOUSE SPICY MISO $15 - Awase miso, pork broth, ramen noodle, pork chashu, corn, egg, bamboo shoot, scallion and roasted sesame Other things to note: - Easy to walk in and get a seat. - Food comes out incredibly fast. - Staff is attentive and very friendly. - Easy street parking. read more
4 months ago
Ambiance: (5/5) nice seating, and I really enjoyed the fact that you can see the kitchen through the glass. It added a nice touch. Price: (4/5) prices seem reasonable for the area however I thought it was a little odd to charge $1.50 for not even a full small sauce container worth of chili oil. Food: (4/5) I really enjoyed the Ramen I had. Mine was already spicy for the menu so I didn't have to pay the up charge on the chili oil. I thought the meat was cooked well and the broth was flavor. The portion sizes seem average. Service: (5/5) great service, food came out quick. read more
11 months ago
Amazing sushi great service, super clean and beautiful place. I recommend it ..... And it's a nice place to watch football or any game read more
6 months ago
6 months ago
***TASTE OF JAPAN IN THE DMV???*** Came in to a well lit Japanese ramen spot. The decor was more Japanese modern with a heavy western influence but you could feel the subtle Japanese influences. Does this pass as an authentic Japanese izakaya no but it is the closest I've gotten so far after leaving Japan . The drinks they had made to order were heavily influenced by Japanese culture and that became apparent when they served Sapporo on draft and in cans. They also had Sapporo black which I have not seee n since I was in Japan. The gyozas were an order of 6 for $9 and were good but they are friend not steamed. That did not stop the flavor from bustin through and being some of the best in the area. The takoyaki was just like the street vendors in Osaka with a subtle twist. These ones were cooked to perfection! Now for the star of the show! The Tonkotsu Ramen was almost as good as the local spot near my Japanese apartment. The flavor had a little missing but overall for a quick bite this is the best in the DMV. The chef did not speak English but the ramen was a large bowl that could have been shared with two people and neither would be hungry. Everything was served quickly and the only thing I would change is the amount of people talking since in traditional Japanese restaurants there is none... ****OVERALL 8/10 and only not a 10/10 because the flavor was just slightly off since the equipment hasn't been used everyday for 50 years and the recipes were not passed down from the ancestors of Feudal Japan.**** read more
2 years ago
1 year ago
This place was absolutely amazing! We started with the crispy chicken wings as an appetizer perfectly tender and flavorful, the meat practically fell off the bone. My daughter ordered the Shio Tantan Ramen with spicy minced pork and pork chasu (she skips the toppings because she's quirky like that), and she loved every bite. I went with the Seven Ocean Set, and every piece of fish was fresh and delicious. On top of the incredible food, the customer service was excellent friendly, attentive, and welcoming. I honestly can't rave enough about this spot. It's the kind of place you enjoy so much that you're already planning your next visit before you even leave. I'll definitely be back, and I highly recommend you come experience it too! read more
1 year ago
Under new ownership Boru is beautiful and sophisticated! And the food...the Dynamite Mussels are amazing, Boru Balls are delicious, and the Fried Ice Cream, incredible. Not to mention the very fresh and delicious sushi, and the always flavorful ramen. And very attentive and caring service. Highly recommend! read more
3 months ago
6 months ago
we had a large party and everybody enjoyed their Ramen and sushi. The service was great and the food was amazing! Such a cute restaurant as well. read more
7 months ago
My partner and I love this place so much! It's easy to get to even if parking in the area isn't the best, and we can always get a seat. I love the tonkotsu ramen, and adding a little bit of the (very spicy) chili oil. Don't dump the whole thing in there unless you're a x2 or x3 Buldak ramen spicy kind of person. But, the staff are always on top of water/other refills, clearing the table, and just checking in. The boru balls are also super fun, highly recommended trying them once. read more
Ordered take out because I wanted something different. It came nicely packaged separately. The broth was rich. Chicken was freshly grilled and the vegetables were very fresh. Gyozas were fresh and full. Good taste. A very enjoyable dinner. read more
2 years ago
Ate here while visiting DC. The food was fantastic! Really enjoyed the broth, it was rich and flavorful. Service was great as well! Our waitress was nice. Place is very clean and such a chill vibe. Definitely would recommend stopping by! There's parking in the back of the building read more
3 years ago
Found this place on Yelp for date night. My wife and I was sooo happy because they had great reviews. It's located in VA on a strip with lots of other restaurants that I want to try. The services was great. They love really fast. My wife and I sat and the server was really nice. Our food came out 15 minutes or less after we ordered. The ramen broth for both was delicious. I love the one size because they give you a decent amount. I can't wait to take my sons here. read more
11 months ago
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2 years ago
I ordered pick up on a Sunday late afternoon. This was my first time ordering from this establishment and I was not disappointed. You can order on toast tab online but have to pay in person for pickup. I ordered the house spicy miso and really enjoyed it. It was super spicy but it does have a slight kick. The broth is heavier than I've seen. The pork was tender. The corn was slightly gummy but besides that I thought this was a great meal. read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
Attended the "soft opening" Monday evening and everything was delicious! The restaurant has been in the area for years but under new management now. Decor is nice. Returned the next day for ramen takeout and enjoyed the salmon bomb while I waited. The sauce had so much flavor and spicy !! Will be going back to try more items. read more
1 year ago
If you read any of my reviews you will see I hold ramen restaurants to a higher level than usual and I can say that Boru Ramen has met that expectation. Walking in they seemed very polite and attentive. Decided to sit at the bar and go straight for the entree. Ordered the SHIO CHICKEN KATSU, which consist of Japanese fried chicken in a chicken broth combo with a Sapporo beer which in my opinion is a must. Presentation was beautiful and it tasted equally delicious. From its excellent and wide variety of food to its elegant but simple straight forward design I very enjoyed this place. read more
7 months ago
This place is a nice little hole in the wall. You would almost miss it if you walked by it. The cat decor is what made me notice it to begin with lol. I ordered the tonkotsu ramen and my husband did the shoyu. They were solid choices. I add a couple of drops of spicy oil to mine to give it a little kick. I like being able to control the spice level. We also got some basic shrimp tempura, pork gyoza, as well as a shrimp tempura roll (they were able to accommodate my request of taking out the avocado and including extra sauce for a small cost). Only weird thing I noticed about asking for extra sauce is that their spicy mayo comes with roe in it, so if you're avoiding raw fish you're out of luck. Service was excellent, they consistently ensured our glasses of water were filled which is a metric I tend to use to judge a restaurant's waiting service. read more
1 year ago
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2915 Columbia Pike
Arlington, VA 22204
Columbia Heights
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How pricey is it?and do they serve a chicken dish my mom has really bad pork and steak allergies?
Most of the ramen bowls are $12 but the shrimp and crab ones are more. There are some chicken dishes without pork or beef. Check out the menu on their website.
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