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Daikaya Ramen Shop

4.1 (3.8k reviews)
ModerateRamen, Izakaya, Bars
Open • 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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MUGI-MISO with Nitamago and Bamboo
Jenny A.

This is a tiny shop with limited seating! They have communal tables and a small bar for seating. This is a busy place with a waitlist but the line goes fast. They are pretty quick to turn over tables and get everyone seated. I got the MUGI-MISO with Nitamago and Bamboo, and a yuzu lemonade. Very tasty and my bowl came out quick. I thought it was slightly on the saltier side but didn't have any problems with my bowl. Flavor is rich and broth is silky. My dining buddy had a small delay with getting his bowl since there was a rush of people seated at the same time. Overall a solid ramen shop! I did notice that they do not yell "Irasshaimase!" at you upon arrival. It adds to the ambiance when they do that.

SHOYU and SPICY MISO
Cora C.

Went in on a Saturday afternoon so we did have to wait about 15 minutes. The space was packed but the servers were efficient and quick. We ordered the shoyu and the spicy miso. The ramen came out super quick! Both ramens were delicious and very flavorful. My boyfriend did say the shoyu broth is on the salty side. The spicy miso has a good amount of spice. We loved the chewiness of the noodles. Also ordered the fried gyozas were good but were nothing special. Total was around $60 after tip. Would come again if I was in the area.

Veggie Ramen
Andrea A.

On a freezing, snowy day, there's truly nothing better than steaming bowl of good ramen, which is exactly what Daikaya delivered. Their ramen is Sapporo style, essentially meaning that the toppings are stir-fried first and then added to the broth. I got the Veggie ramen, which was packed with well-cooked veggies (bean sprouts, onions, carrots, snow peas, Brussel sprouts, braise shiitake mushrooms, woodear mushrooms, scallions, nori). The broth was super savory and not too salty. The noodles had great chew. I added a bit of my friend's spice bomb, which took it to the next level. Service was fast and friendly. Ambiance was casual. Pretty accessible by metro. 10/10 would recommend!

Ramen Soup-SHOYU
Alex H.

I was in the mood for ramen soup.. this place didn't disappoint. I got the SHOYU soup which includes pork and half an egg. I got the extra pork belly because I wanted more protein. The staff was courteous and attentive, and answered all my naive questions with care. Thank you! I'll be back!

Spicy miso
Arielle W.

I will absolutely go out of my way to come to my favorite Ramen shop ever when I'm in town! My friend and I were seated right away when we got there, and I was so excited to be inside, because this was the day of the dirty air advisory due to the fires in Canada. I ordered my spicy miso bowl as usual, add butter and add spicy bomb. I was pleasantly surprised for the sesame soft serve, because that is new since the last time I was there. The ice cream was out of this world, and I gobbled the heck out of my Ramen. Yum Yum Yum as always.!!!

MUGI-MISO
Khriselle R.

Food is always good. One of the few ramen places that I can actually finish my bowl. Favorite ramen in the menu is the Shio, but I gave Mugi-miso a try, and it was really good. Not strong miso flavor that hurts your throat, but still has that umami flavor. Place can get packed especially at dinner. But quick turnaround. Can be a group or solo.

Jai Y.

My wife got the spicy miso and I got the veggie ramen. It was so amazing that I actually drank the soup. I rarely consume the soup due to my parents' influence. The toilet lid and the movie poster were very amusing. The ambience was lovely. The wait time was about 10 minutes during this past Sunday. The server was friendly.

Linnea E.

Back again a year later and Daikaya is still one of the best bowls of ramen! I went with the spicy miso this time and it was excellent. Not super hot, just enough to have some flavor and warm you up.

Ambience
Jaseph S.

Daikaya, which means "big cooking pot" is a modern ramen spot in DC that serves as a solid lunch option. A few things to note for a smoother visit: -Due to frequent foot traffic and limited seating, Daikaya enforces a strict policy that does not allow holding tables for incomplete parties (even for 2 people). -Parties of 2 are typically sat next to each other not across from one another (even upon request). -Pork is the primary protein choice (no chicken option available). -Stools are fairly short. Now! I do want to mention that aside from the things to keep a heads up on, I did really enjoy how fresh the ramen noodles tasted! The noodles were certainly the star of the show. The food comes out fairly quick. I'd say they create an environment where you can grab a quick yet filling bite to eat and then head on your way to explore more of the city. If I do go back, it would be for a quick bite at the bar or an order of takeout. Overall, with managed expectations, it can be a pretty tasty option.

Bonito Red Miso
Christopher B.

What could be better than a warm bowl of ramen on a frigid winter night. Located right across the street from the stadium, Daikaya is a poppin spot that looks like it's alway busy (for good reason). There's usually a little bit of a wait for seating but it's worth it. Sat at the counter right next to all chef action. Bowl after bowl of delectable ramen being made. Ended up opting for the spicy miso bowl. Rich flavor with a kick on the back end. Really hit the spot. I usually don't eat the egg but this egg was perfect with the ramen. It was fun sitting down, engaging with the wait staff and the other patrons.

Shoyu
Tiffany T.

Fast service and straight to the point. You can see the workers scooping broth and putting together the bowls and they have counter seats plus tables! Spicy miso - has a good kick! Noodles pick up broth well but overall heavy which is Sapporo style just not my style 2.75/5 Shoyu - surprisingly it's heavy too 2.5/5

Shoyu
Haley M.

My coworkers and I came to Daikaya after our holiday party and were quickly seated in the far back where they have the large table. The menu is limited to several ramens, extra toppings and a few side options. Most of us ordered the Shoyu, which I did as well. The waiter came through and checked on us, taking our order and bringing out the ramen quickly. It was really good, I'm not a HUGE fan of shoyu ramen (personally, my fave is tonkotsu broth) but this was really good. The gyoza was also really good and tasted freshly made. The waiter also brought us a pitcher of water to serve ourselves. The decor is super cute with nods to JPOP bands, historical sites and pop culture in Japan across the wall. Overall it was a good experience, reasonably priced and good service! It's definitely somewhere I'd try again.

Spicy Miso
Monica S.

If you are visiting the Izakaya on the second floor- make reservations through their website- they have small plates. We weren't 100% sure of our plans so we opted for the 1st floor which is Ramen and had to wait quite a while (first come first served on a Friday) and it was quite cramped. The first floor was quite small with limited seating. The service was good though! I haven't been the biggest fan of Japanese ramen but have been coming around lately. The spicy miso was pretty good and my friends all got the Shoyu and ate all of it. All in all- seemed very popular. I spent about $27 for ramen including tax and tip.

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Ask the Community - Daikaya Ramen Shop

Is the outdoor seating dog friendly?

Yes

Can you take your food to go instead of dining in?

Yes

Any gluten free ramen?

No. Not that I know of.

Whats the best ramen on the menu, trying this place out tomorrow for date night?

Spicy Miso hands down. It's not very spicy at all. Ask for mild if you don't like too much heat! My husband gets the Shoyu but liked mine better. Whatever you get it will be delish! The potstickers are very tasty as well.

Is it good?

Yes! I wouldn't wait an hour though. The wait can get pretty long.

Is parking near the restaurant difficult?

Parking is difficult. Street parking is the best option since the public parking in the back will.most likely be filled.

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