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    DokoDemo

    4.3 (438 reviews)
    ModerateRamen, Fast Food, Noodles
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Dogs allowed

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    Soy Soy Sauce Stir-fried noodles (Yakisoba)
    Michelle F.

    Surprisingly had seating on a Saturday evening and no wait to order. The okonomiyaki was so fire, and you can choose the protein you want in it! I would say the soy yakisoba could use some improvement as there wasn't that much taste to it. And the beef rice bowl was like alright, but we agreed that something in that bowl tasted weird. Like the fatty beef just tasted suspicious for some reason. Either way, I'm sure there are lots of other things to try. And this place is like an order at the kiosk and they bring it to your table kinda situation, so technically no tipping required! And pricing was more than fair. Would come back for the okonomiyaki

    Tyler L.

    I highly recommend this place if you want to try some authentic Japanese street food. The owner of this place is a man named Shin Takagi who went around Japan to perfect his recipes, and as a result, you'll find dishes from all over the country. Most places will offer the standard okonomiyaki and yakisoba. This place offers unique items such as hiroshima-yaki (an okonomiyaki variation that features thinner batter and fried noodles inside it), ramen rice (a soy sauce based mix of stir-fried noodles & rice), and hakata yaki udon (tonkatsu sauce mixed with fried udon). The portions sizes here were big, and the food was rich in flavor. This is a humble place and you actually order at the counter (they'll bring the food to your table). There is also an ample amount of both indoor and outdoor seating, so a group can easily fit here. For a place like New York City, that's saturated with Japanese restaurants, this place manages to stand out.

    Tonkotsu FRIED RICE
    Christopher Y.

    This Japanese place was spot on! Small spot in the east village but most definitely worth the visit! We had gotten a take out order (waited about 15-20 min) since it was packed and on a Friday night. Food is mad fresh in front of you since it's more of an open kitchen type of spot. Reasonably priced food and both dishes had tons of flavor and tasted authentic. Pretty interesting dishes on the menu and I'd def come back. Small spot so limited seating and you have to order at the register.

    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!!

    Seating Area
    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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    Wandering in NY and found this restaurant. Absolutely delicious chicken bowl and the right spices. Go here all the time. Perfect find.

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    Ask the Community - DokoDemo

    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.… 

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    Went to Ichiran with my friend and I totally get the hype. Walking in almost feels like you…read moreteleported from Times Square to the original Ichiran in Japan. The whole experience is a journey lol. You customize your ramen exactly how you want it and then sit in these little individual booths that are meant to let you actually focus on the food. I got the Classic Tonkotsu Ramen with the spicy red sauce and the soft boiled egg. The broth was rich and creamy, the noodles were so good, and mixing the spicy sauce into everything was probably my favorite part. AND GET THE EGG. It comes in the shell and you crack it yourself, which somehow makes the whole thing even more fun, and it was cooked perfectly. My friend couldn't finish her ramen, so naturally I finished hers too That should tell you everything you need to know. Service was super quick and easy. You barely interact with anyone because of how the booths work, but that's part of what makes it so cool. The ramen is $21, which honestly isn't bad for Times Square. Good food, such a cool experience, and definitely somewhere I'd go back to.

    This was the perfect pre-theater dinner before heading to the theater, and what a great choice! An…read moreamazing bowl of ramen, delicious flavors, and exactly what we needed before a night at the theater. We absolutely loved it. The dining room is cozy and has a great vibe, Food, service, and overall experience was fast, fun, and such a great New York dining experience. The server was very playful, and ehelpful with our questions. If you're in Times Square and looking for something delicious before a show, ICHIRAN is definitely worth a stop!

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    I guess I'll add an updated review every few years to keep things in check, even though I'm a…read more"regular". Some of the staff has been here for a while, which tells me it is a well managed operation. Quality is still the focus at TONCHIN. Table comfort is still not. I love to bring my children when not crazy crowded so they can also enjoy one of the best ramen restaurants in the world. Maybe I'm exaggerating, but I haven't found better yet. Summer soupless ramen with perfectly chewy noodles and slightly spicy sauce is a great addition. The vegan ban ban kinoko as well as its chicken version are great also during summer. The maguro is delicious but I don't find it as satisfying as the noodles. Mind spiciness level for the younglings. In the winter, the spicy tantan or Tokyo ramen always hit the spot. Fish bun has been improved slightly over the years but thank ramen-sama, it is always as messy to eat as the first time I tried it 7 years ago. Desserts are surprisingly delicious. Typically Japanese ramen restaurants lack in that domain but not here. The Tokyo banana is perfectly crafted: creamy crunchy tasty. The shaved ice are great and super fun to eat. To many more years of happy reviews, and good fortune.

    4.0 / 5.0 I visited after hearing they serve a…read moresummer-exclusive *hiyashi chuka* (cold ramen salad). It gets packed with office workers and people with reservations during weekday lunch hours, so I recommend going at a slightly off-peak time. The interior is surprisingly spacious, featuring counter seating, tables, and booths; they even accommodated my stroller right at the table. Service is quick--the food arrives promptly after ordering--and the payment process is smooth thanks to QR code settlement. You can also request a non-spicy‼

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    EAK Ramen

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    4.2
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    2.4 mi
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    Kitchen open late
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    I was in the city, and wanted a quick bite to eat, so I dropped by EAK Ramen. It was not crowded,…read moreand I was able to get served within 10 minutes. The tables, floors, and bathrooms were all very clean. This will be short and sweet. I ordered the Shrimp Bao. It was very good. The shrimp was crispy and tasty, but I think there should be 2 per order. One was not enough. 5/5 for taste 1/5 for quantity. I also ordered the Oh So Hot ! Miso. This consisted of pork and chicken broth, spicy ground chicken, spinach, bean sprouts, cabbage, and nori. I ordered it spicy, but I should have gotten it hot instead. I like spicy food, and the spicy needed more kick to me. But it was delicious. 5/5 Til we eat again...

    I came here for a quick preshow meal but unfortunately it wasn't quite as good as I hoped it would…read morebe. We started with the pork belly appetizer which was recommended and stated on the menu indicating it's their featured dish. It was the biggest disappointment as it was extremely fatty with large chunks of fat, while the lean portions were dry. It didn't look very appetizing. The dumplings were just okay--they had decent flavor but I was hoping for a crispier texture. I ordered the Zebra Ramen. The noodles were cooked perfectly al dente, but the broth was much saltier than I would have preferred. The pat of butter felt unnecessary and made the broth overly rich without adding much depth. The chashu was on the small side and also quite fatty and I assume it's the same as the appetizer but was sliced instead of in large chunks. The marinated egg had good flavor, although the yolk was a little more cooked than I typically like. Another thing is the pork belly appetizer came with an egg. I wish the server would tell us so we didn't have to add it to our ramen with an extra charge. The nori was also completely soggy by the time it reached our table. Overall, the noodles were the only highlight of the meal and the rest were very underwhelming. It's definitely not a place I would recommend.

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    Toribro Ramen

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    4.4
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    Cozy no-frills ramen bar near the theater district. I enjoyed a delicious, balanced bowl of Paitan…read moreramen ($19). No complaints, except that I guess I prefer Tonkostu (pork bone) over Paitan (chicken bone). I appreciated sitting at the bar to watch the lone ramen monger stir around the next batches of broth, hand-torching some chashu; boiling, whip-drying, and gently nestling my noodles, then manually laying out the toppings. The dish feels real, personal.

    If you've ever missed the original Totto Ramen days in NYC, Toribro feels like a true throwback to…read morethat era but elevated. This spot delivers the kind of authentic paitan that reminds you why people used to line up on cold sidewalks just for a bowl. I ordered the Paitan Ramen Deluxe, and it genuinely lives up to the name. The broth is silky, rich, and comforting without being overly salty which is exactly what a proper paitan should be. The bowl comes loaded: tender shredded chicken, seared chashu, marinated soft-boiled eggs, fresh scallions, bamboo shoots, and a sheet of nori that ties everything together. Every topping tastes intentional, not just filler. The texture balance is what really stands out fatty chashu that melts, shredded chicken with real flavor, and noodles that hold up beautifully in the broth. You can taste the care in the soup base; it has depth, not just heat or salt. If you loved Totto Ramen back in the day, this feels like its modern successor same spirit, new precision. Toribro isn't trying to reinvent ramen which they're just doing it right. And in NYC, that alone makes it worth a visit.

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