Great ramen and potstickers reasonably priced and nice workers the food came fast and the building is very clean and well overall great experience!! read more

Great place for a delicious lunch/dinner. The restaurant was very clean, well maintained and the staff were friendly and polite. The starters and ramen were very delicious too and I would definitely recommend this place! read more

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tldr popular ramen spot serving up affordable ramen that needs some improvement on broth but has friendly service and clean setting i have really high expectations with ramen and unfortunately daruma did not meet them. the key component is a great broth and daruma's broth was really weak in flavor without much depth in pork flavor or its supposed miso flavoring. partner got classic tonkatsu and i got the spicy miso butter ramen. classic tonkatsu had a strong garlic flavor which masked the weak pork broth but was better than the spicy miso ramen. the spicy miso broth had barely any miso flavor. the toppings and noodles are what saved the dishes. the egg noodles itself was plentiful, bouncy, fresh, and tasty. they also provided a lot of solid toppings - bean sprouts, egg, grilled charsu. unfortunately, broth makes and breaks ramen so i would not recommend. the cucumber salad and gyoza were standard. i liked that the cucumbers were sliced thin to absorb the marinate better. gyoza seem to be the standard frozen ones that were fried. i did like the dipping sauce though. the restaurant seem very new and clean. service was really friendly so it was just a bit unfortunate that the flavors were not up to par. overall, i will not be coming back to eat here but hope that they can improve on broth as everything else seems solid! food 3/5 service 4/5 ambiance 3.75/5 value 3.5/5 read more

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Came here spontaneously with my sister as we were in the area. Didn't have any expectations but the server was friendly & made sure to check on us. There was plenty of seating inside and it was nice and clean. We both got the spicy tonkatsu ramen and did the level 2 slice. We were told it's similar to hot Cheetos spice level so we both confidently knew we could handle it. I could probably do level 3 next time. The broth was tasty and i love that they char the pork. The soft boiled egg was cooked to perfection as well. It was a pleasant surprise and I would come back if I were in the area again! read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl - Spicy Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Came for dinner today and it was great! I got the kimchi ramen and it was delicious! I also got the cucumber salad which I really like. The ramen had excellent flavor. I think all the ramen here is very good. I don't like super spicy foods but you can order it on a range from one to five if you want it really hot. Our food came reasonably fast. It was busy when we arrived but then it cleared out. When we left a few more people were coming in. read more

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Can I give a 10 star? Cause this is some of the best ramen I've ever had. We saw the reviews for this place so we wanted to check it out. I will tell yall it's a small place. It can fill up fast but everything. There was perfect. The server was super nice quick and helpful. We even had the manager come up and help with the menu for recommendations. They do have two location This location is known for the ramen and noodles. Now the best part, the ramen itself was so flavorful. I got the Mayu tonkotsu ramen and it had the best broth I've ever had. Paired with the black garlic oil. And the pork for it. Chefs kiss. We even saw a regular who said out loud he's there every Sunday and as soon as he sat down the server just said his order and the regular smile and thanked him for remembering. Come to this place. I know we are coming back to taste more of the delicious food read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl - Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

This location is featured in Yelp's Top 100 Ramen Shops 2025 (According to Yelp Reviewers). Any time Yelp has a list, I'm always trying to check out the ones in the Phoenix area near me. My fellow Yelpers are always supporting local and have some of the best suggestions, so I invited two friends to go along with me to try on Boxing Day (day after Christmas). Upon arrival, I noticed it was a small location and parking was a bit tricky with the Discount Tire sharing the parking lot. The place was packed 30 minutes after opening, but easy to do with the size of the location. There are 8 tables (24 seats), so this place fills up quickly. No worries as I'm always willing to wait for good food, but wanted to note so others can plan ahead. What We Ordered: - Garlic Edamame - Cucumber Salad - Gyoza - Chicken Fried Rice - Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen - Shio Chicken Ramen Overall, we were fairly happy with all the food. Though my ramen was pretty oily, but that could be a me thing as typically I eat a vegetarian ramen. My friend remarked it looked more oily than hers, and was a little odd comparative to other ramen we've had before. Still had a great flavor, and I'd definitely return to try a different version. Definitely get the garlic edamame every visit as it's some of the best I've ever add - perfect flavor and crunch! If you are in the area and craving ramen, check out this location! read more

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It's so yummy and so good I highly recommend the owner is really nice and cool. I got the ramen and it was so good I didn't even take a picture when I first got it, it was too good to even stop eating!!! Thank you for the amazing food and service!! read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl - Spicy Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Love that this place is so close to home. My favorite ramen is the Mayu Tonkatsu, with added corn. I have never seen this place empty, and I doubt I ever will because it is so good. Even though it seems busy, the staff is always very helpful about menu items or suggestions for new guests, and I have never had to wait longer than 10 minutes for a table. I look forward to coming back. read more

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We have lived near Daruma for a year now and we decided we wanted ramen for lunch and we pass this place everyday. We got there early like right at open we sat by the window. The waiter was so nice and he genuinely cared about our experience. He recommended different items, spice levels, and appetizers. Everything was so yummy and so fresh. I got the Sapporo Miso Butter Ramen level 2 spice, it was the perfect balance. I will be going here often and bringing new people when I do come back. Everyone should try it. read more

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First time trying this place and I ordered it to go. Everything was really good. At first, I thought the crispy tuna rice portions were a little too big. When I opened the box and saw there were only four, I was like wow, that's it? But the pieces are actually huge, so it ends up being worth the price. That said, I think the flavor balance would be even better if they made the pieces slightly smaller and served six instead. I also got the udon soup, which was great. Just a classic udon, and you really can't go wrong with that. Service was quick and efficient, and when I walked in to pick up my order, the restaurant had a darker, cozy ambiance that I liked. Overall, a solid experience and I'd definitely go back. read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl - Udon soup and crispy tuna rice portions - Ramen Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Decent ramen. Service is quick. Plave is very small. Probably won't go back. The chicken in the ramen is fried chicken.

When we arrived, we were greeted immediately by. The service was fantastic. The server brought us water and menus. The server took our order promptly and checked on us once. We had the cucumber salad. It was not too spicy and had just the right amount of salt. I had the shrimp tempura udon, it was delicious. My husband had the Kim chee ramen, he liked it. I would definitely goo back again. The restaurant is quaint and clean. read more

We were looking for a new sushi place and we have found it! Went on a Thursday and they have happy hour prices all day mon-thursday all day. Their regular prices aren't that bad either though. We got a lot of the basic rolls, vegas roll, crunch roll....it was all amazing! The staff is friendly and on top of refilling drinks. We will definitely be back cant wait to try the rest of their menu! read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl - Ramen Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Wow. We came for sushi and then realized nobody was ordering sushi. The sushi was limited and was decent, a little loose. But the Ramen!!!!! Wow. For the price and the taste. I am going here over Silverlake and over Jinya. I got the miso butter and the garlic. Both were amazing broths. It's so good that I was mad they were closed three days this week for the holidays. Ambiance is nothing crazy but felt like a place trying to be an upscale ramen place. But the food is so good, i'll pretend it is. Im going here when I want to ball on a budget because Mensho at $29 is amazing but under $20 for Daruma is amazing too read more

We tried three different types of Ramen, gyoza, chicken fried rice and cucumber salad! Wow 10/10! 100/10! The Kimchi Ramen is out of this world! I'll be dreaming of the cucumber salad forever! Everything was so flavorful and incredible. The service was incredible! Shout out to James! This is the kind of service that makes an incredible meal a magnificent one. Thank you Daruma for one of our best 2025 meals! read more

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I was shocked to see a place rated 4.9 stars, but I now see why. The place has bench tables, and made the most of their space. I ordered the Japanese carbonated melon drink, I had no clue how to open it. The gentleman that brought me the drink, patiently showed me how to use it. It about blew up on me, but it's probably due to user error aka me. I ordered the sui gyoza and the tonkatsu ramen with chicken and bean sprouts added. The broth for the sui gyoza was phenomenal!! I actually wish I could take home a large cup of the broth! Best broth I've had! There was something else in it, I made sure to mix it before trying it. My ramen was also very very good, I was so full when I left!! Definitely coming back! read more

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Was looking for a good local ramen place and this is it! Totally agree with all the great reviews. Worth the HYPE! I got the spicy tonkatsu ramen and my fiancé got the spicy miso ramen.so tasty and flavorful! I loved both! We dined in and it was a fun little date night! Absolutely go, you will thank yourself later! Overall service was great, and the food better! read more

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My coworkers and I wanted some sushi rolls for lunch, so we decided to give Daruma a try. For a togo order everything was delicious! I would recommend. read more

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Delicious ramen with wonderful ingredients broth was flavorful and spicy a bit lacking in the meat department just portion wise but still well worth the visit read more

Finally found my go to for spicy ramen that's close to home! I ordered the Mayu Tonkotsu Spicy Ramen and water. I saw a bottle of lychee fruit juice. I was very tempted but my sugar levels easily soar so definitely having noodles for my carb wins!! My large bowl of deliciousness was AMAZING!! I asked for level 2 and it was perfect for me. The 2 pieces of thick cut pork belly was very flavorful, ample ramen, the thinly sliced mushrooms ( next time I would want more), egg, etc. The flavorful broth and all its goodies literally warmed my heart!! You hear horror stories of slow service when you're the only patron in the restaurant (late lunch at 1:30) but I received immediate attention followed by timely delivery of food. Simple, very clean restaurant behind the Burger King so don't miss it. You will not be disappointed. Will I return - OF COURSE!! Sooner than later read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl - Spicy Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen deliciousness - Ramen Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Absolutely delicious ramen. I've had a lot of ramen over the years, and this was hands down some of the best I've had. We ordered to go, and I really appreciated how thoughtfully it was packaged -- the broth was in a separate container from the noodles, chashu, and toppings. By the time we got home, everything was still hot, the noodles weren't mushy at all, and the broth was absolutely perfect. The portions were great, with a wonderful balance of all the ingredients. Not a single complaint... I ate the entire bowl. The restaurant itself is quaint, so if you go during dinner hours, expect there may be a wait -- but it is 100% worth it. Most delicious ramen I've had, and I will absolutely be back!!! read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl - Spicy Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen Spicy- 2 - Ramen Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Hahahhaha Not much but This is the best Ramen place that I ever tired! With the service, with the soup,with the noodles! Bruh try them , they are small place but they made me feel like I eat Original Ramen in Japan!!! It come with very big bowl and look great as a picture and it delicious!!! I finally found my best Ramen place Hiha! read more

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They must've been chopping up chilis in the back cause my eyes were burning the whole time but man was my tonkatsu so very delicious, can't believe this establishment doesn't have any "valleys best ramen awards" yet read more

Came here after craving ramen just 24 hours after my wisdom teeth surgery, and it was so worth it! The restaurant was small and cozy, and even though it was full when we arrived, we only waited about 15 minutes before being seated. The ambiance is cute, welcoming, and friendly. The staff were attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. I ordered the kimchi ramen, and it was absolutely perfect. Flavorful broth, and the pork was so soft that even I could manage it post-surgery. Every (slightly painful) chew was worth it. Definitely looking forward to coming back, especially as the weather gets colder! read more

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My husband was craving ramen so we did a quick search, and we decided to check out Daruma based on the positive reviews. To start this is a very small place with limited seating situated in a shopping plaza, but don't let that deter you. We were the first customers in on a Sunday for lunch but it didn't take long for almost all the tables to be filled. Service was quick and friendly. We enjoyed gyoza to start that was nice and crispy. I had the Spicy Sapporo Miso Butter Ramen, I did enjoy this but wished I would have picked a higher spice level. My husband got the Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen- this broth was to die for, I will definitely be getting it next time but adding some more spice. Looking forward to coming back again and trying more on the menu. read more

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After what felt like the longest week ever--between school work, field trips, and college assignments--I was completely done with cooking. So my daughter and I decided to treat ourselves to dinner at Daruma, and I'm so glad we did! I ordered the Spicy Tonkotsu ramen at spice level 3, and my daughter chose the Shio Chicken ramen. Let me tell you... that first bite of noodles and broth was absolutely divine. The ramen noodles were cooked perfectly--not too soft, not too firm. The broth had just the right kick of spice and was rich, flavorful, and comforting without being overwhelming. My daughter loved her Shio Chicken ramen as well. It was light yet full of flavor, and the chicken was tender and delicious. It was exactly what we both needed after such a busy week. The atmosphere was welcoming, and it felt so nice to sit down, relax, and enjoy a warm bowl of ramen together. Daruma definitely turned our exhausting week around. We'll absolutely be back! We didn't get any photos of our food, however, the presentation was amazing! read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl 2650 E University Dr #107, Mesa, AZ 85213 I had a wonderful massage with Tanya Dee, and by 3:00 PM, I was ready for a late lunch. If you're looking for an amazing massage, definitely reach out to Tanya! Since Daruma was just a few stores down from Tanya, I decided to give it a try. I ordered their cucumber salad and a spicy mayo tonkotsu ramen. The cucumber salad was refreshing, with crisp cucumbers, although the dressing had a unique aftertaste. As for the ramen, while the broth didn't quite meet my expectations, the noodles were delightfully chewy. I appreciated the char flavor of the pork, which added a nice touch. Will I return? I love my massages from Tanya, but I might explore a different restaurant next time. I felt my $32 could have been better spent today. read more

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yes! this place was delicious! Overall we would say around a 4.6 but the service was amazing and brought it up to a 5! I got the Spicy Tonkatsu ramen - level 4, it was perfectly spicy for me without being too spicy. My mom and SIL thought it was a good spice level but wouldn't have ordered it for themselves. I personally didn't like the pork chashu, it was not as flavorful and wasn't the typically melt in your mouth soft. We also got the miso ramen and yakisoba, both were tasty and flavorful. The gyoza was crispy and tasted good, we would ordered it again. Overall, this is a great spot and as well worth the price. Would come back! read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl - tonkatsu Spicy Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

After a few very chaotic weeks between travel, home projects and life in general - the evening warranted some nourishing takeout and nothing hits the spot quite like ramen! I had not realized this spot existed, so was pleasantly surprised when it popped up on my Yelp search in the general vicinity. After perusing on the online menu I opted to call my order in. The gentlemen on the phone was so friendly and the overall service was extremely quick! I ordered the Spicy Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen with spice level three, which blind heat scales can be tough, because spicy preference is definitely relative. I like some solid heat and I thought the three was great. I don't know if i would consider it "medium", maybe tad more heat, but super flavorful and I would get it the same way again! The ramen was really good and came with mushrooms, crispy onions, black garlic oil, half an egg and braised pork belly. The packaged it up well, with the broth separate from the noodles/toppings. I do wish there was a whole egg and it felt like the portion may be a tad smaller than other ramen joins I have visited, but its hard to say when its to-go. It came in around $15 or so before tax and tip. I am definitely interested at dining in person, as I find the experience to be a bit difference sometimes and would love to experience the ambiance. Overall, great spot for ramen and excited to try some of their other options! read more

Best noodles ever. I got vegetarian ramen and husband got the tankatsu and they were probably the best we have eaten. read more

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The food was delicious and the service was impeccable! I have never tasted ramen this good! Go as soon as you can and your stomach will thank you! read more

I ordered takeout from Daruma last Friday. I thought the food tasted good. The service was also good, staff were friendly and courteous. The ambiance was good, but the size of the restaurant seems small. read more

I've been to the location on Dobson Rd and wanted to try this location as well and I was very surprised with the quality control they had on their food. The ramen from both places tasted identical. The flavor of their broth is amazing and the chasu in the ramen was so tender and flavorful. The portion of the ramen is perfect. I will say the place is very tiny, there aren't much seating options but luckily it wasn't too busy. The service overall was great! read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl - Spicy Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Been to this spot 3 times now and each time it has never disappointed me and my partner. We love the small and traditional ramen shop atmosphere. The broth is always great we get level 3 spicy and find it to be a great balance of flavors. Service is more fast paced but we love that, it's a quick delicious bite to eat and we will be back. read more

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I visited Daruma last week, with my daughter in law and granddaughter. We were promptly and pleasantly greeted as soon as we walked in. I'm not sure if the gentleman that greeted us was the owner, management or simply a happy employee; but he helped us pick items from the menu, since we weren't familiar with some things. He came back later to ask if we were enjoying our meal and I, not thinking, said that my meal was a little salty but still enjoyable. He immediately offered to remake it! I assured him that that wasn't necessary but he insisted and the do over was phenomenal! I hope the chef reads reviews because I'd like to offer my most sincere apologies. We will be returning because I could eat the chicken karaage by the pound! read more

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Best ramen I've ever had. This place will be a go-to for me. I got the Spicy Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen (Level 2, you can pick Level 1-5) and it was so good. The spice doesn't linger so that's really nice. The fried Gyoza is also amazing. Great service, great food. There's just not a ton of seating so get there early or just take it to go! read more

Daruma Ramen and Bowl - Mayu Tonkotsu Ramen (Spicy Level 2) - Ramen Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Stopped by at lunch with my wife. The service is exceptional and food is great. We had the the Mayu Ramen spice #4, the chili ademame and pork fried rice. All were exceptional. My wife said the best fried rice that she has ever had. I recommended to my sons and plan to make this a regular stop, If your ok with a small dinning area but exceptional food this is a spot for you! read more

Small restaurant with limited tables. But size doesn't matter in this case. I've ordered takeout twice now, and holy cow is it amazing. And that's takeout...imagine how good it'll be when I'm finally able to eat in! The spicy shoyu ramen has amazing flavor, though beware of your spice level...I ordered a medium as I've done at most every other place I've been too, and it was vv spicy! But the spice didn't overwhelm the flavor, it was so delicious. read more

We randomly tried this place while running errands and wow, delicious! Wife had the Kimchi Ramen (she's a huge fan of Korean food, especially kimchi) and raved it was the best ramen shed ever had! The kimchi is homemade, and the entire dish resonated with the kimchi flavors, I had a taste and it was indeed delicious. I had the curry karrage don - great Japanese curry over rice with karrage (Japanese style bite-sized pieces of fried chicken) - and was extremely happy as well. Wife immediately declared Daruma be added to our "list of places we like" and has continued to talk about how great it is. Definitely going back soon! read more