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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!
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.
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.
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!
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!
8 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
3 years ago
I think this is one of the best local ramen places in the area. You can't go wrong with the TanTan and I've tried a few of the others including the miso. The prices have stayed pretty level since covid which most ramen places including Jinya cannot say. My boyfriend and I have started sitting at the bar and despite there being only one wait staff person, all the food came out pretty quickly. We also decided to try some sake and the waitress recommended and described a few items which was appreciated. read more
1 year ago
Deliciously modest ramen joint with an excellent assortment of the classics. I went with tan tan men which came out nice but the broth was a bit salty. The takoyaki was also generally delicious but the star of the show was the squid "karaage". Crispy, seasoned, and crunchy with a delicious sauce. I'll be back for more! read more
Really yummy! Hard to get parking. There's an extremely tight and ti y lot behind the restaurant. Place has a decent amount of seats. The food was good and well flavored. I'd probably not go back because I've had better and I don't live too close to it, but it's still good nevertheless. Not too packed so the device was quick. The ramen broth was good, but it didn't wow me read more
Ramen cravings must always be solved! Though we typically go to Jinya, we wanted to try somewhere new and local. Greeted upon entry and seated. Sweet employees. Everything was quick. We ordered the Karedon as the appetizer and ramen to our liking. The Karedon was really good but there were many parts of it throughout that were freezing cold so I'm not sure of the heating process there. Our ramen was good! WARNING: Their chili oil is the real deal and NOT to be messed with. Our waitress said "oh, you like spicy huh" and boyyyy she did not tell me that was a different level of spice. I physically could not drink the broth or they would've been calling 911 for ya girl. I know better next time to just add a pinch. I also ordered some mochi to cool me down but they personally are not a favorite of mine. Can't wait to visit again and actually enjoy every bit of the ramen haha. 3.5 stars rounded up. read more
My two friends and I came here at around 7:30 PM on a Wednesday and we were seated immediately as it wasn't very busy. This was good because my friends and I were hungry and we've been waiting all day to eat ramen! We've heard great things about this restaurant so we were very excited to try the ramen here. Our server was ready to take our order at a timely manner which we all appreciated. I got the "Hakata" Tonkotsu Ramen since I love a hearty pork bone broth and pork chashu. Our order came out in 5-7 minutes, which was awesome. The presentation was beautiful. The pork chashu looked extremely tasty, flavorful, and tender. I almost forgot to take a picture because I just wanted to dive in and inhale the food. I loved the green onion curls, too! The broth was my first taste. I loved how thick and creamy it was, and it was also not too salty! I eagerly mixed all my ingredients together so that way my first actual bite had a bit of everything - a satisfactory bite of egg ramen noodles, small piece of the pork chashu, a bit of the ramen egg, one bamboo shoot, and a few pieces of the green onions. Wow. The first bite was amazing. The noodles were soft and soaked up the savoriness of the pork broth, and I got the crunch and sweetness of the bamboo shoot. The pork chashu was definitely the star of this dish, as it was very tasty, fatty, and extremely tender. The fat of the pork melted in my mouth and the meat was extremely flavorful. The ramen egg was a classic - nothing overly special, if anything, it was a bit overcooked since the egg yolk was more solid than runny. The green onions provided an extra crunch to the bamboo shoot that gave a last final kick of flavor. Within 8 minutes, my bowl of ramen was gone with only a bit of soup left. I didn't feel bad drinking all the soup since it wasn't overly salty and extremely savory. I couldn't stop drinking the broth because it was so delicious. Our table didn't do much talking while we were eating because we were too busy wolfing down the delicious ramen. This was a decent place for ramen, however, I don't think it was overly special. It fulfilled and satisfied my ramen cravings, but definitely not the best ramen I've ever had. There was not much customization except paying $1-$2 for extra ingredients (wood ear mushrooms, more noodles, extra broth, etc.), and it was already $13 for a bowl of ramen so I didn't want to pay for more. Overall, this was definitely a solid location for ramen. My friends and I were full after our meal and we will definitely be back if we are craving ramen again. I definitely will try some of the appetizers they have here next time! read more
3 years ago
This has slowly become a neighborhood favorite whenever we're craving ramen but don't want to go too far. Boru always gets the job done and never fails to satisfy. This time around we got their takoyaki to share. While good, was a little surprised there were only 4. Typically most restaurants give 6. We each got a bowl of the Shio and the House spicy miso ramen, with some additions thrown in. Overall the broth is very good and the portion size is pretty large. The flavor of both broths were good and the noodle texture decent. The pork was fine, nothing amazing but decent for ramen. Overall, if we're lazy and want some good fast ramen this is where we'll go. There are other better places for ramen but Boru will never not satisfy. read more
Along Columbia Pike surrounded by great restaurants (Tortas Y Tacos La Chiquita and Bangkok 54) is a ramen shop that also sells sushi and bento boxes. During the pandemic, they offer limited indoor dining and takeout. Ordering online, my food was ready at 6pm on a Friday night. The food overall was okay. My housemate enjoyed his sushi bento box and my tantan-men ramen was perfectly creamy, flavorful and rich. Key word- rich. Only order their ramen if you are in the mood for rich flavor. My toddler was with me when we picked up the food and the staff were very friendly. They gave my daughter a free mochi, creating a forever fan. read more
The ramen here is amazing! The broth is was flavorful I wanted something spicy so I ordered the tan-tan ramen and it didn't disappoint. The egg was runny and had a lot of toppings, the meat had a nice texture to it and had flavor. However I would like if they added a bit more meat to the shoyu ramen. We also got the takoyaki which was SOO good it was coated with this rich sauce and soft when you bite into it. Service was amazing, the waiter was kind and came by our table to refill the water. The restaurant was clean and also cozy. read more
2 years ago
You need to go try the ramen at Boru. The staff is friendly and the soup is superb. The broth is thick and rich. Incredibly flavorful. I have had the tonkotsu many times and tried the house miso. Both good but the tonkotsu is perfection. The bowls are decently sized and the pork is flavorful and soft. Make the trip over if you haven't already! read more
Boru ramen is our go-to take-out ramen spot. The soup is reliably delicious. I always get the spicy miso broth. The flavors are great. The pork is tender. The meal is very filling, and I can usually have two meals from one dish. I recommend ordering from Boru. read more
2 years ago
I came to Boru ramen after having a craving for ramen for two weeks. There were not too many guests dining in. The server placed me distanced from other customers. I ordered the Hokkaido miso ramen and the gyoza. The gyoza was very good. The ramen however was very rich/fatty. It was just a lot of oil and fat in it. It was too overwhelming. Not sure if this is the style for Hokkaido ramen but it was new to me to have such a fatty broth. The broth was very hot and the noodles were well cooked. The other toppings were very good read more
1 year ago
7 years ago
Summary: great ramen, decent portions for the price, great lunch or dinner spot on Columbia Pike! Maybe don't order tea there ($2.50/cup), water may be just fine. Visiting the area, my husband saw good reviews for Boru so we decided to check it out. We called them, attempting to make reservations because from the pictures, it looked like a small place. Unfortunately they don't take reservations so be sure to get there before lunch and dinner rushes! We went on a Sunday for lunch, around 11:30am, and it wasn't packed yet. We ordered the House Spicy Miso, the Buta, and the Tonkatsu ramens. We have nothing but great things to say about them. Their portions were decently big compared to other ramen places I've been too. My House Spicy Miso wasn't spicy enough in my opinion but it was still delicious! They also are not cheap on their pork chasu portions, they're a decent size and I felt like it was a good amount. As I mentioned above, don't order tea here, they charge $2.50 for it. They may or may not refill for free, I don't remember, but if I knew it was $2.50, I wouldn't have ordered it. I would have been happy with just water. They also serve alcohol too, prices were okay. They accept credit cards. Street parking. read more
Was looking for a quick ramen place on a cold day and decided to try Boru Ramen. The parking is alittle hard especially if they are busy, I recommend trying to park in their back parking lot. The parking spaces are set up a bit weird and is cramped. The ramens flavor was decent but there are definitely better ramen places you could go to for the same price. The chashu was the best part of the ramen. They do offer a wide selection of different ramens to try and even have other entrees if you aren't feeling ramen. The takoyaki was alittle expensive for only getting 4 pieces and the sauce for it was alittle overwhelming and too tangy. The atmosphere of the restaurant is nice and cozy. The service was fast and good as well. The food came out fast and servers were attentive. read more
3 years ago
We sat at the bar, very yummy food. The ramen portions are humongous! The restaurant felt very cozy! read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
I randomly came across this spot in search of dinner for the evening and decided to give it a try. The location is a traditional narrow design noodle shop with the cooking area closer toward the front of the shop giving you a chance to watch the cooks at work. The menu features appetizers like shrimp tempura, gyoza, calamari, several different rice dish combinations with proteins such as teriyaki chicken, fried pork cutlets, and grilled eel and for the ramen several variations such as saké chicken, tofu-edamame, and house spicy miso. I decided to try out the steamed dumplings as an appetizer and the crabmeat ramen since that seemed like an out of the ordinary ramen protein in relation to the rest of the menu. Service was pretty good the dishes came out in a timely fashion by time I got done with the dumplings the ramen was already at the table in front of me. As for the food: the dumplings were pretty good maybe a little overdone for some pieces but no complaints overall and the ramen with crabmeat was surprisingly good, I would have liked a little more of the fresh crabmeat but overall a tasty dish, with good broth and not overly salty. All in all a very good ramen experience there so definitely give them a try. read more
7 years ago
We came here on a weekday after work. It wasn't busy. I would service was good and fast. Our waitress was very accommodating with all the questions we had. FOOD: We ordered App: Calamari and dumplings, and "Hakata" Tonkotsu Ramen. I thought the ramen was okay, but yet I'm not really a fan of ramen.. I really like the Apps though! Would I come here again? Nah. I also think the place is kind of overpriced. read more
I've been to Boru twice now and have thoroughly enjoyed myself both times. I think I tried the shoyu ramen the first time and this time I wanted to take it up a notch and try the spicy house ramen. Neither disappointed. The spicy ramen wasn't too spicy but it definitely makes your lips burn/tingle a bit with each bite/sip but in a good way that only lasts a second or so. I've also tried the gyoza and their new crunchy spring rolls as appetizers and they're delicious as well. Goru is located in a fun area with a Thai restaurant and grocery store, ABC liquor place, movie theater and even a salsa club down the street. The warm and inviting atmosphere of Goru and their delicious ramen definitely will have you coming back again and again! read more
Looking for a ramen spot, my boss and I went hunting. We wanted something that could top what he had in Boston and so since this place was a quick Lyft ride away, we decided to check this place out. The entrance is a little weird. There's 2 entrances. One is in the back and one in the front. If you drive here, it'll direct you to the back and if you're walking, there's a front door. So it doesn't look the most amazing in the back, but I would definitely recommend you to come through that way if you're being dropped off. It wasn't busy when we got here, so we were seated quickly. I ordered the Tonkatsu Ramen. It wasn't bad, but I definitely had better especially in Boston. But, I can't say it's bad at all. I would definitely come over here again if I wanted some solid ramen. The prices were reasonable and I enjoyed my experience a lot. Ramen is no longer on the hunting list for me, but because I was curious on what good ramen DC had to offer, this place will definitely be on my list if I'm ever in the area again and I'm dying for ramen. read more
Ramen: 5/5 Contrary to other reviewers, I did not find the broth to be too salty or too sweet. I actually thought it was lift-the-bowl-and-drink worthy. The Hakata ramen was their most basic tonkatsu, so I tried this since it was my first time here. The pieces of pork chasu were HUGE and tasty. Not a whole lot of other ingredients besides seaweed, scallions and bamboo shoots - and extra ingredients are $1.50 each (a bit pricey). However, for a basic bowl of tonkatsu ramen for $12, it was completely worth it. Parking: 2/5 Wish it was better. Small lot in the back with small spaces (I mean tinyyyy) and little bit of alley parking behind the restaurant. We got lucky and got a spot in the lot but if not you may have to park a few blocks away and walk over. read more
2 years ago
My group of 19 decided to have ramen noodles after playing tourist visiting DC for the day. They were able to accommodate us all via a phone reservation. The foods did not disappoint, perfect comfort after a long day. The menu was not overwhelming with just sample choices . The service was friendly and the order arrive fast. Parking is at the back of the restaurant, a little bit tight in space which is normal in city. read more
We ordered the "Hakata" Tonkotsu Ramen and House Spicy Miso Ramen online. Pickup was super fast and easy - food was ready 15 minutes before the estimated pickup time on the website. In my opinion, the "Hakata" Tonkotsu was a bit too salty but the House Spicy Miso was good. read more
7 years ago
I've fallen in love and her name is ramen. My love for the traditional (not college) Japanese noodle dish must be obvious, my friends always ask me where's the best ramen. My answer is always the same: Boru. In NoVA the best ramen hands down can be found at Boru. While you can have it delivered via Uber Eats, I preferred to drive down to Columbia Pike and pull up a seat at the bar. I am always welcomed by the soundtrack of Asian covers of English songs. I personally think it's a hoot. My standard order is the Tonkatsu: silky but delicate. In the soup you can taste the bamboo, green onions, and other toppings that share space inside the bowl. I like to spice things up with the chili oil and pepper flakes that are always within reach. Having the right condiments is a sign of a good ramen joint for me. The menu has a wide variety of other Japanese soups and dishes like kara-age calamari, donburi, and yakisoba. I'll admit I haven't tried much of the other items on the menu, when you have ramen that good it's hard to choose anything else! read more
The first time I ordered from Boru, I ordered the shio broth. It wasn't overly memorable. Today I ordered the sake chicken ramen and gyoza and it was tasty. Definitely worth checking out for delivery ramen. Updated - Ordered the Buta Kakuni ramen and the broth wasn't as flavorful as the sake chicken. I ordered delivery both times and the only complaint I have is that they don't give enough broth. To me, the broth is the best part. I'm halfway through the bowl and there isn't much left. To put it in perspective, see the photo attached. The container isn't very big and it wasn't even halfway full (look at the line). Because of this, I've bumped it down to 3 stars. read more
Boru is an excellent spot for Ramen in South Arlington. We have been coming here consistently since they opened and even make the occasional trip back to Arlington now that we have moved further into the burbs. The ramen is consistently excellent with flavorful broth, add-ons, and a good portion size. They have also expanded their ramen selection but we always enjoy the Tan Tan Men and Buta Kakuni the most. Service is always on point with a friendly staff and quick kitchen. The restaurant is on the smaller side but we have never had an issue getting a table. Definitely worth a visit if you are craving ramen and don't want to trek into DC. read more
We were the first customers on a Sunday morning so one of waitresses delivered mediocre service, but restaurant's gorgeous interior, quick delivery, and superior craftsmanship of its food absolutely made up for it. The impeccable quality of the Hokkaido ramen reveals itself with every spoonful of rich, hot broth and melt-in-your-mouth pork. The noodles were springy and plentiful, and paired well with umami bamboo shoots. All three bowls of ramen that we ordered (pork-bone, miso, chicken teriyaki) were topped with a marinated golden runny egg and curly blanched scallions. The overall balance of flavors and textures produced an unforgettable bowl of ramen that left me raving about it to others for the rest of the day. Without a doubt, this hole-in-the-wall spot has got one of the best bowls of ramen I've had in the DMV and elsewhere, and I've had plenty. read more
5 years ago
We've been to Boru Ramen a few times in the past and eaten the donburi (rice bowls) and ramen here, which have been okay but nothing special in my opinion. However, I wanted to share my thoughts on two dishes we got takeout from here which can be a little difficult to find elsewhere: SPAM MUSUBI and YAKISOBA STREET NOODLES. The SPAM MUSUBI came at room temperature wrapped in plastic wrap. The rice was moist and tasted pretty fresh but the flavors were all way too strong, both too salty and a little too sour for our taste. Not sure I would order this again, unless the recipe was tweaked here. The YAKISOBA STREET NOODLES were well seasoned without being too salty or greasy. The shrimp were pretty scarce in the mountain of noodles and cabbage. But, I would probably order this again regardless. A note on the takeout experience: like most restaurants on this part of Columbia Pike, there's a microscopic lot out back of the restaurant where (if you're lucky!) you can park and run inside to grab your order. read more
I came here on a Sunday night over Labor Day weekend. The area was fairly busy and parking was tight. We entered through the back door which was just as fine as the front door. We were greeted by the bar and it looked like a nice place to eat. We sat at the table and enjoyed the ambience looking over the menu even though I already knew what we would get. As soon as the waitress came we placed orders, which came out fairly quickly. The green tea wasn't as green as I'm used to and a little bit weak. The spicy miso is very spicy and it had a lot of pork and mushrooms. The softboiled eggs were great. We also ordered a starter dumplings which were delicious. The teriyaki chicken my son ordered was devoured. All in all it was it a nice place to eat. I think I would try a different type of Ramen next time because it is my favorite and the spicy Ramen didn't have quite the flavor I was looking for. read more
2 years ago
Cute little ramen restaurant! Great service and yummy ramen. This was a very calm and relaxing dinner! read more
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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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