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    DokoDemo

    4.3 (435 reviews)
    ModerateRamen, Fast Food, Noodles
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    DOKODEMO ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Good for kids

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    Matt F.

    I really enjoyed stopping by here, both my friend and I have had this saved for a while. A smaller shop, but very lively, gave a classic warm izakaya vibe. The food was incredibly delicious, I really like the Hiroshima-yaki and the ramen rice. The fried chicken was also excellent - we even got a second order to nibble on with our sake. The staff was very friendly and helpful with sake recommendations, highly highly recommend!

    Amy W.

    Definitely the best okonomiyaki i've had in the city! It was heartening without being heavy and very umami. I enjoyed the ambience and make, it felt like a cozy japanese diner. They don't take reservations, though it was easy to walk in as just two people (there was a lot of take out activity but not that much dining). the food came quickly and service was friendly, The potstickers were also very yummy and perfectly seasoned and cooked. It's serve yourself -- though, the water cups are kinda small and you have to go up to the staff each time to get water. Would be nice if they had just a self-serve water station.

    Okonomiyaki
    Mary N.

    Okonomiyaki with veggies was great! Tons of flavor from the sauce, and the veggies add a nice texture to the meal. It's pretty sizeable for lunch.

    Fried Chicken
    Alex L.

    The service was super nice! I think the brown sauce was incredibly overpowering and salty on everything we got, so I wasn't the biggest fan. I liked the ramen though as well as some stir fried udon dish I tried though.

    Pork yakisoba
    Phoebe L.

    The restaurant is small and cozy, and they have a sheltered outdoor seating area if it gets too full. The food took a little longer to come out than we had expect for fast food, but I guess it means everything is made to order! And everything we got was delicious! I had never had okonomiyaki like that, and it was so light and crispy. The pork yakisoba was very flavorful without being too greasy. The fried chicken was also very crispy but still juicy. Overall, the portion sizes were perfect, and we left very satisfied!!

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    Tiffany V.

    First heard of this spot on IG @MuberEats' "Homesick and Hungry" series -- and I have to say it hit the spot for us! We came around 6pm on a Friday, and it was quite empty when we first sat down but definitely filled up as the night went on. Service is not particularly quick, but our food was done very well. 5/5 Okonomiyaki - seasoned batter that is fried super crisp, with a generous amount of meat and veggie filling. Highly recommend! 5/5 Dokodemo Ramen - loved the springy noodles and the perfectly balanced rich broth to complement. 4/5 Ramen Rice -- fried rice with some ramen noodle bits sprinkled throughout, "wokhei" is very notable and impressive on this dish. Loved the spicy powder on top!

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    Hayden S.

    So good!! I cant wait to go back to this place. The staff was so nice and the food was incredible. Such a fun and chill spot

    Okonomi-Yaki with Beef, the Hiroshima-Yaki with Pork, Karaage
    Mandy L.

    I came here for dinner to try their okonomiyaki and was a bit disappointed Pros: - Really liked the ambiance--it was cozy and chill Cons: - They definitely need more staff in the kitchen, but the guy juggling both the front and the back was really nice and as attentive as he could be. - Tried both the Okonomi-Yaki with Beef and the Hiroshima-Yaki with Pork, and the meat selection was a bit off. Usually, thinly sliced meat is used for okonomiyaki, but chunks of beef and pork were used instead so the texture was off - The fried chicken wasn't very flavorful and was a bit greasy. Had better karaage

    Hiroshima-yaki
    Ashley W.

    A fast casual spot with outdoor and indoor seating. You order at the front then they bring you your food at the table. The flavors were good. The yaki was good with the pork and the noodles too. Nothing like incredible but a good solid spot. The textures were fun.

    Jin Hao Y.

    The food is very good and a reminder of what you can get at Dotonburi Osaka if been there before. Service isn't very fast but worth the wait. The place is small so it really does give the feel of a small restaurant.

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    Will A.

    If you want Ramen and enjoy authentic food - DokoDemo is your spot. Stumbled upon this while visiting The Public Theater. It was a little cool out so was in the mood for some Ramen. This shop will be very easy to miss if walking down a somewhat active block. When you walk in, it's not the largest or most glamorous location but the ramen is A1. They charge for every addition, which stinks but let's you somewhat customize your dish. One of the things that made this spot special was everything appeared to be cooked right there so it took a few mins from placing an order to devouring it. I could hear the pork sizzling on the grill which made me feel good. Service was quick and the guy at the counter was kind. Was quiet when we arrived but I could tell this place is popular in the neighborhood. Will most def be returning when in the area.

    Cynthia Z.

    A must-visit if you're seeking authentic and yet fresh okonomiyaki and yakisoba. They have indoor and outdoor seating, and the vibe feels comfortable. Upon entering, head toward the cashier to place your order. Once ordered, the cashier will hand you a number, and then you choose a seat. Once the food is done, the cashier will bring them to your table. Note they no longer serve takoyaki or have octopus as one of their protein choices. Their menu is limited, so ask for their off-the-menu items. They also have bottled sake as one of their drink choices. I have to take away a star because although the flavor of okonomiyaki is authentic, however the presentation isn't.

    Hiroshima-yaki
    Wendy T.

    The flavors were good (mainly bc of the sauces and bonito flakes) but wish the noodles had a little more flavor.

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    A few reviews mentioned they stopped making okonomiyaki - has it returned to the menu?

    Thanks for the message! Yes, it’s been back on the menu now.

    Is this place still BYOB?

    Thanks for the message! We offer Japanese beer and sake in the restaurant so we’re not doing BYOB anymore.… Read more

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    We finished a tour of Michelin recognized casual restaurants here…read more I didn't order right. I did the dipping noodles and they were too salty for me. I've had them before so I knew what to expect but it was way too salty, less flavorful. Had a very nice flavor, the salt overpowered it though. I tasted mushroom. The sauce stuck to the noodles well and the noodles were delicious. My daughter and husband ordered the spicy ramen and they said it was very very good. Couldn't decipher distinctly from other top notch ramen so it wasn't knock your socks off. From now on I'll order the base dish when I go places so I can judge better. The gyoza was cooked very nicely, came sizzling and the bun with meat was a little ugly, it looked boiled and unappetizing. The taste was just okay. The topping on it was notable. The waitress didn't help us at all when ordering. We weren't bowled over with the food, although it was noted the meat in the ramen was high level. It hit the spot but I will try other places in the search for our "return forever" ramen place.

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    Kin Ramen is such a charming place to enjoy a bowl of hot noodles. Made to feel like you're…read moretransported to an old Japanese village, this restaurant boasts bamboo panels and clay-tiled roofs with kabuki masks and paper lanterns adorning the walls. But Kin Ramen isn't just all style and no substance. The food, too, was just as delightful as the decor. The buta bara, marinated pork belly stuffed with scallions, was wonderfully meaty and perfectly charred. It was a great dish to start. The pork chashu was creamy, the noodles had a good chew, the yolk on that boiled egg was expertly firm yet gooey. This is certainly a great date-night spot paired with an evening at the Moma. I'd come here again, and if I were hosting out-of-state guests hankering for a bowl of hot ramen, I'd definitely take them here.

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