Overall: 3.5/5 If…read moreyou're craving ramen around the Killington area, Yama gets the job done mainly because it's one of the only options around. The tonkatsu ramen was decent overall, though definitely on the saltier side. We also ordered the chashu bao bun, which ended up being slightly better; while the meat was a bit rough, the sauce pairing worked really well so it was still really tasty and love that they pack it out for you. We also loved the self-serve tea section, which was a nice touch and a great addition to the experience.

Yesssssss to apres ski ramen!! What a delight after a cold day of skiing. I had the coconut peanut…read morecurry ramen (vegetarian) and my husband had the spicy tonkatsu. Order at the window, have a seat with a table marker and they bring it out to you. Friendly and efficient and most important delicious!

They fined our entrance!!! Said no dine in when the sign clearly DINE IN THE BACK!!! Not sure what…read morethis is all about

Looking for a nice lunch spot and remembered looking at reviews here so we stopped in. I think at…read morethe lunch hour during the week they are definitely more popular with take out than dinner in. We were the only ones dining in but noticed several people come in for take out. Food was good and well portioned.

I took a trip to Albany with my family to visit the Capitol, and we were on the hunt for a good…read moreplace to eat. A quick Google search for ramen led us to Tanpopo Ramen. Pulling up, I'll admit--I was a bit confused. From the outside, it looked more like an old-school diner than a ramen spot. But at that point, we were committed (and not about to turn back toward NYC), so we decided to give it a shot. I'm really glad we did. The interior is no-frills and a bit tight for a family of five, but the staff made it work and got us settled comfortably. We started with edamame, which was perfectly seasoned, and shrimp and vegetable gyoza that the kids absolutely devoured. I also grabbed a Sapporo to wash it all down--solid start. Then came the main event. We ordered a mix: chicken ramen, beef stew ramen, two tonkotsu with double chashu, and a red curry ramen. The only dish that didn't quite stand out was the chicken ramen--it wasn't bad, just not as flavorful as the others. The tonkotsu ramen? Total hit. Both of my kids demolished their bowls--nothing left behind. My wife went all in on the beef stew ramen and loved it so much it sparked a debate at the table about how it stacks up against some Manhattan spots. And then there was my dish--the red curry ramen. Shoutout to our waitress for the recommendation. It had the perfect balance of salt, savory depth, and heat. The broth was this vibrant, bright red that just looked incredible--and tasted even better. Easily one of the top three ramen bowls I've ever had. I had my doubts walking in, but don't make that mistake. This place is a hidden gem. My only knock on the place is the table size for a family of five. Service was great. Now I need more excuses to come up to Albany just to visit this place!

Decided to come back after not visiting in probably the last 8-10 years as I was really craving a…read morebig bowl of ramen. Service was very blah. Upon entering, the girl behind the counter just stared at us. No greeting. No direction on where to sit. No smile. We assumed it was self seating so we found a booth. She came over, poured our waters, still said nothing. We had about 45 mins until the restaurant closed so I'm unsure of what the cold attitude was for, as there were still 4-5 other patrons there eating as well. My friend is a vegetarian and ordered the veggie dumplings, and I had the same but with meat. Once the plates arrived, the one set in front of me was green, and his not. I figured I would double check to make sure we had the correct ones - I didn't want him to end up eating the meat ones if it could be avoided. Sure enough, the plates were mixed up. Honestly seemed to be done purposefully because it's very clear they are 2 different orders. The texture was chewy/foamy and they also tasted like old grease. Disappointing but we still had soups to look forward to. Our ramen finally arrived and I was hoping it would be the redemption moment of the evening but it wasn't. It really lacked any depth of flavor. Again the meat was chewy instead of tender. More distracting was how we awkwardly felt rushed as the server was shutting off lights and music...again...with at least 15 mins until the kitchen closing time. She seemed annoyed we asked for to go containers. At no point did she check in with us, refill waters, or even crack any resemblance of a smile. I used to love this little spot when I was in college. It was cozy, delicious, inviting. Couldn't have had more of the opposite experience this time around! And for this reason I would not return. I will travel to Colonie for Kuma Ani for better food and MUCH better service. TLDR; this place is extremely overrated

It looks good in photos. But is not good in practicality…read more Tonkotsu ramen: Overall preparation was great, it was hot, pork was nicely cooked. But Flavors were not good at all, poor quality ingredients. - broth flavor: 2/5, does not taste good. Not quite awful, but unpleasant. - pork char-siu: 2/5. Not good. Not much flavor. - soft boiled egg: 2/5. No flavor. Bland. Not properly prepared. And why cabbage? That's a weird choice. Gyoza: 2/5 Also prepared very nicely. Cooked perfectly. But flavor inside was devoid. Tastes like nothing, just the chewiness of chicken and slight unpleasant taste of mediocre cabbage. Service and ambiance are fine.

I ordered take out and it was ready quickly. Parking was easy and the place was clean. I got the…read moresteamed gyoza and spicy gyu ramen with enoki mushrooms. The food was incredible! I cannot wait to go back and try something different.

THE BEST FOOD IN TOWN!!! this is true fusion, with plates like Chicken Tikka Masala Ramen. but my…read morefavorite dish is 1000% the Hangover Noodles--noodles with a thick creamy peanut sauce and a fried egg on top.

3.5. A solid fusion…read moreoption. Happy hour is a sweet deal with a bao bun and half a ramen serving for 15.00 I had two of the tequila cocktails and they are dangerously strong. The blackberry and Fresno infused agave are a great combo. I got the chili garlic noodles to go- the noodles were wide and not too chewy. The pork was flavorful and the pecorino was a nice addition- salty and helped break up the richness of the sauce.

Wow this place was awesome. If you come here I HIGHLY recommend studying the menu beforehand bc…read morethey have a huge and I mean HUGE menu of sushi that we could have been there for about 30 min before we decided. I didn't want to do that so I went simple. Spicy crab. The service was great super fast although I did kind of feel rushed in ordering (hence why I didn't order any extravagant roll). But it was great and the place was super clean and comfortable. It was a nice ambiance. I def am coming back to try another or few rolls. Everything was delicious.

We visited this place on a very cold day, pho was flavorful and a delight to have. Sushi was good,…read morenot the best I have had. Fried chicken wings were nice. Plenty of sitting space and staff is warm and service is good.

Food was incredibly delicious. My creamy curry ramen hit the spot on such a cold winter day. I'll…read morebe back!

I can't comment about the food because - much to my great surprise - it's a take-out place and not…read morereally a restaurant, which I was looking for, so I didn't stay. There's a small sitting area with very uncomfortable furniture.

Tanpopo in Schenectady is just as good food wise as its Albany counterpart. The ambience feels…read moreless cozy and colder than the Albany location. The trendy black walls and industrial decor are ok, but nothing beats the feel of the old Albany building. In Schenectady you will always typically be able to be seated and not have a long wait. It's a great place for lunch as well. Service is always wonderful there too.

I had an atypical visit to Tanpopo because it was 3 in the afternoon on a blistering hot day, I…read moreneeded to find a bathroom, and the bakery next door I had come to patronize was closed for Juneteenth. Also I hadn't eaten lunch so decided to make lemonade out of lemons, or dashi out of stinky fish for a better analogy, and have me a bowl of ramen. The tonkatsu ramen, my standard order, had excellent porky, fatty broth. Five stars. I need egg in my ramen though and the slices of kameboko were not a satisfactory substitute. Also instead of pork belly they use pork loin, albeit tender with a nice five-spice flavoring. I was the only customer except for a couple of takeout orders so can't review standard levels of ambience and service. The decor is like some older places in LA's Sawtelle neighborhood; it seems to be a part of an earlier generation Japanese-American aesthetic that you don't mind worn vinyl and wooden fixtures or a counter used for random repairs that is clearly in view of the clientele. I found it charming in a funky way.

Very good bowl of ramen. Tasty broth, lots of noodles. I had with grilled shrimp that were nice…read more Came at a quiet time and service was fast. Pleasant, professional young man working the tables. I like it and will return when I'm on the area.

This is just the best thing! Spicy Cucumber Garlic. That's it. That's the caption. Marinated…read morecucumber, peanuts, fresh cilantro, with reeeeally nice sweet, spicy, & garlicky notes that just make you SMACK! It's so damn good with so many textures and FLAVOR! The first time I had it there was some sort of delicious spicy green sauce for the marinade, but they have since changed the recipe! IM NOT MAD AT IIIIITTTTT!! Big bonus note: they're kindest people! I've never dined in, but the atmosphere is very inviting! Get there people!

Bland broths. Ordered Tonkatsu Ramen and got some fried mystery meat that was not slices of pork…read more(not fried). They declined to fix the order saying it is how they make it. Never seen it like this before and won't try it again as I prefer the sliced (not fried) pork in a soup. (Besides, breaded fried foods don't mix well in a soup). The Chicken Buns were delicious and so was the chili sauce.

Wonderful Japanese soul-food Ramen spot focused on high-quality homemade ingredients and innovative…read morenoodle-soup recipes located at the modern Galleria 7 in Latham. Try the outstanding Tonkatsu, with slow cooked tender chashu, springy straight noodles bobbing in simmered broth, a dozen or so available toppings, all prepared by a highly-skilled Ramen chef. A Ramen destination spot!