Atlanta is not a ramen city. There is neither a Japanese population nor the excitement for ramen among locals to support it. Opening in 2016 with many more years at the Suwanee location, Hajime brought something very new at the time, focusing on Hakata style ramen with thin noodles. Since then, places like Jinya, Ramen+ and countless others came to call Atlanta home. With all that, Hajime still remains is one of the local ramen outposts that isn't a big chain. It's an industrial style space in a strip mall that has long been forgotten. The popular ultra spicy ramen here is certainly spicy, but the broth is fairly basic in terms of actual flavor. Unfortunately the ramen was served barely warm, with very little broth to be enjoyed. It's a very noodle heavy bowl of ramen. It would not be fair to compare, so perhaps it's just a matter of taste as to whether one would enjoy this ramen or not. With that said, it's nice folks working here, the establishment is very clean and it's one of the small locally owned businesses that is a pleasure to support through a visit. Thus, genuinely hoping that others might enjoy the ramen bowls at Hajime. read more

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I was craving some "late" night ramen and came across Hajime on Google Maps. It's one of the places that was still open past 9pm. There's plenty of parking in the lot, easy place to get to. There's ample seating from bar seating to high tables and booth like areas. Spacious~ Tables were clean. We came around 8pm, so it was not busy at all. They save paper by doing QR code menus, which the website does a good job of explaining and showing the food such as what kaedama is. - Jalapeño Takoyaki This was bussing, by far the best takoyaki I had in a while (probably first one in a couple years). The ball wasn't too doughy where it just melted without substance. There was 2-3 pieces of squid in each, and 8 balls in total. -Ultra Spicy Ramen I wanted something spicy, so I decided to give their ultra spicy ramen with house made broth a try. The way they do their spicy grading scale is kind of confusing because the server said it technically goes up to 100. I chose to get level 1 and then get a side of the spicy sauce to keep adding on because I didn't know what to compare it to. It took a while for the side of sauce to come, but it was easy to mix in. I think if I were to get it again, I'd get level 2 or 3 and ask for a side of the spicy paste again. The spicy soup didn't ruin the flavor of the soup either. They were generous with the amount and thickness of the pork slices. It was thick, fatty, and flavorful. The ramen also came with a whole egg. I think there could be been more seaweed or ones with a crunch like hijiki seaweed. The server was chill and somewhat attentive. Ramen comes with fresh garlic, but it's cool that they give you a bunch of whole garlic with garlic presses. read more

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This spot is in a shopping mall center, and is a little tucked away. Free parking, in case you were wondering. Service was passable, but only just. Took a minute to get my order placed with the waitress, but because she was the only one working, I give them grace. But at the end of the day, it was not a full shop, so there isnt a lot of reason to have any waiting. Tokotsu ramen - pretty good ramen. The broth was flavorful, and the bowl was packed with flavor. Yaki gyoza (pork) - were good, pan fried and had a nice tange of flavor. Geso fry (squid legs) - they were only okay. Probably wouldn't get them again honestly. They were more chewy than I would have anticipated. They had around 5 pieces and even though there weren't that much, they were a very nice size. Brussel sprouts - were not what you would expect. They have several half sprout pieces that are basically tempura. They come with a ketchup like sauce (actually it probably was ketchup). They didn't taste like there was much seasoning. As of the chef only fried them, and that's it. read more

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Ive been a couple times by recommendation and it doesn't disappoint. My favorite would be the kimchi however I have had the seafood ramen as well. The seafood ramen was a tad too much seafood flavor for me. I will say for someone who likes spice level 3 was too hot for me. The waitress however was very attentive and saw me having trouble and brought out new broth and coconut milk to ton it down. read more

Hajime was a pleasant surprise for me. We just recently moved offices to the Cheshire Bridge area and it's right around the corner from Hajime. Decided to try it for lunch one day, and could not be happier! Services is fantastic! The atmosphere is perfect! I love watching them cut the noodles fresh and the art of each dish! Chefs kiss! read more

Place is bonk. We came in at 9:20 and they said to-go orders only, then proceed to to say it's okay; then they said that the kitchen is actually closed. I get getting a head start on closing, but closing the kitchen an HOUR early is just bad vibes. Don't think we'll be back. Stay clear if you a closer yourself, looking for a late night eat.. read more

No...poor ingredients, no flavor, the benches are not clean. Quality has gone down over the years read more

Service was good but food mediocre. The noodles were okay but rich broth a bit above average. Pork and edamame were good. Eggs were erratic. We ordered extra eggs and one had shell on it. One was hard boiled.Two were so soft boiled the inner egg was raw rather than runny. Ambiance was very nice, and did come at what appears to be an ff time, but didn't expect very loud deliveries at one PM on a Saturday through the middle of the eating area. read more

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Dine-in: Saturday 5/27/23 12:30p I stopped by Hajime for quick lunch. The restaurant was not that busy. Menu accessed thru a QR code. The ramen here is average. The broth is rich, but a bit salty. The noodles are fresh and perfectly cooked. They have different selections of ramen broth base, but at the time there was only pork broth available. Each ramen entree come with slices of pork and and a perfect cooked soft boiled egg. I like that they offered other options like rice bowl, curry and a lot of variety of appetizers. The portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable. Overall, foods was average, service staff is pretty good, restaurant atmosphere is casual. read more

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I dined at Hajime for lunch on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 12:30 pm. The restaurant was pretty empty when I went, but got busier a half hour later. Ambience: The restaurant had an industrial design with the unfinished slab floors, exposed ceilings, and Edison light bulbs. The kitchen is exposed with the glass windows. Super casual chill vibes here. Food: The menu was pretty simple and straightforward. There is a standard selection of ramen that already comes with an egg and sliced pork. Additional toppings were available at a charge if you want to customize your bowl further. I had the spicy miso ramen, which I thought was a little salty. I liked that the noodles tasted fresh. The egg was slightly undercooked as I'd prefer it to be medium-boiled instead of the yolk being a little runny. The egg was also not marinated enough, if not, at all. I think nori seaweed should be a standard topping for all ramen, which was missing from the ramen bowl. The octopus ball takoyaki tasted flavorful and pretty much equal to other takoyaki I've had at other Japanese restaurants. Service: Our server was friendly, attentive, and professionally answered our questions about the menu. Waters were refilled and the food came out in reasonable time. Overall, I think the ramen could be slightly improved in terms of balancing the flavor in the broth. Service was excellent. read more

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We stumbled upon this ramen spot while in the Buckhead area, and I'm happy we did! Hajime's ramen was absolutely delicious, rich in flavor, freshness and spice. We tried their takoyaki, kimchi chicken ramen, chicken buns and ultra spicy ramen (level 1). The restaurant was pretty chill, service was good, plenty of parking! read more

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food taste and quality has gone down. this used to be my favorite place to eat years ago. never will i return

Back to overindulge at one of my favorite restaurants! The service is always wonderful. It's spacious and peaceful and there are gender neutral restrooms if you're into that. The honey miso ramen is just as delicious as when I first tried it. Of course I got the buns and pork chasyu. read more

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Go here right now !!!! I found this cute hole in the wall place from TikTok and let me tell youuuuuu. I did not disappoint, the service was so good I'm definitely coming back to this place. The atmosphere was amazing and just homey. The food was the best part, everything they made it's like the made it with love and perfected it. We had the Kani No Ebi Maki that was so perfectly combined and buns and I believe we got the Ultra Spicy LV 5 and the Tonkotsu Ramen. read more

Hajime - Kani no ebi maki and Ultra Spicy Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Awesome ramen in Atlanta! I first heard about them when I was camping in the smokys and a group of campers were planning on driving an hour out of the way to have their ramen on the way home... I knew I had to try it if it was that serious lol. Fast frwd a few yes later and I finally got tge chance.. and they did not disappoint! I got the ultra spicy ramen with a heat level of 2 and it was perfect! My friend got the tonkotsu and she loved it! My wait is finally over and it easily met my expectations! read more

Hajime - Spicy ramen... so good - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I was actually heading to rain sushi but for some reason their doors were locked. I think goodness they were because it led me to go to Hajime for lunch. Tucked right in the corner of the Briarcliff shopping center is this hidden gem. Upon entering I was greeted by my server instantly I also noticed the restaurant was much more spacious than I anticipated. I was told to sit wherever and decided to best see that the house was at the bar. Initially the QR menu was not working for me so I asked the waiter what he recommended for an appetizer and he said the kani no ebi maki... Of course I had no idea what that was but it's shrimp wrapped in cucumber topped with a crab mix and a spicy Mayo sauce on top. It was delicious! I inquired about alcohol and my waiter told me about go to fridge and pick what I thought looked good. Well I was in luck because I found a lychee seltzer that was perfect not too sweet. I wish they sold those in stores. For my entrée I already knew based on the name that I was getting the stir fried kimchi Ramen with the spicy noodles. If you're wondering it was not really spicy at all. But the flavor was absolutely delicious and to my surprise the chicken was cooked perfectly. That dish was The perfect size and hit the spot the noodle to ingredient ratio was spot on as well. I could definitely see myself going back to try some of the other things they have on the menu since my initial experience was so great. read more

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This is absolutely the best ramen in Atlanta. We have been coming here since their first week and let me tell you, you will not be disappointed. The staff is super friendly and remember us and what we order. Casual dining in a non-stuffy atmosphere. Highly recommended. Pictured: Cabbage Ramen and Ultra Spicy Level 3 read more

Hajime - Cabbage Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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This review is for takeout only. We ordered over the phone at 8:10 on a Sunday night and it was ready in 15 minutes. Staff is wearing masks. Here's what we got: - Tori Ramen ($12): The broth was super good. Loved the fried onions and soft boiled egg. There was kale instead of spinach, but I didn't mind. - Tonkotsu Ramen ($11): My husband really enjoyed his ramen. It was packaged really nicely for takeout. The bowl with the ingredients was big enough to pour all the broth into when we got home. For the price, the portion, and the taste, we would definitely order from here again! read more

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Hand-made ramen noodles freshly made in the restaurant. Cooked by passionate chef and served by polite staff. Tonkotsu Ramen (pork belly), Seafood Ramen, Spicy Miso Ramen were both delicious and filling. House made Kimchi was a surprised bonus. Takoyaki was great too! 8 balls for $10 making it both the best deal in town. Ume Ice Tea was as refreshing as can be. Overall very fair pricing overall as well. Highly recommended. read more

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My food was fresh made to order, very good flavor. I had been craving a authentic noodles for a while and finally found a place that I'd recommend. Super nice service and a clean environment. Thank you read more

Hajime - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Been going here for 3 years and it's the best ramen in Atlanta, and has only gotten better over time! The only downside is that sometimes the service is pretty bad, but the food is pretty consistent and tastes great. The restaurant has a great ambiance, and I'm always interested to listen to the music since it's picked by the server currently working. read more

Hajime - Honey miso - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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If there's a few spots off Cheshire-Bridge, there is one place you'll need to stop by and it's Hajime Ramen. It's literally tucked in the corner of the Briarcliff shopping center literally pushed to the furthest corner of the plaza. I didn't know this but the people that own Umaido in Suwanee also own this place as well so there should be some consistency in the ramen and needless to say, it is consistent. I needed lunch as I forgot to pack and I did want to try Hajime as per a recommendation from a co-worker so I opted for it. The place has an industrial feel to it with it's sealed/treated concrete flooring, exposed ceiling, and with it being a bit larger than it's sister restaurant made for a more relaxed dining experience, especially since Hajime has bar seating in it as well. Now the food. I decided to order the lunch combo special. $24 dollars for a measly bowl of rice and edamame. I'm not big with the soy beans so I left that out but the karaage don they served was fantastic! The chicken was plump and juicy! The breading wasn't overwhelming. The flavor was grand. Along with the lunch special, I had to order a bowl of ramen which was the main goal. I opted for the ultra spicy x2 tonkatsu ramen. The ramen definitely had a rich broth to it. And the spice level of it was odd. Yes it did have bite and it complimented the rich porky broth but something about it seemed off. Perhaps the after effects of MSG which I could tell had loads of it since I had that after consumption savory burn to it. The noodles were thin which held the broth per slurp. The chashu pork slices were flavorful with just enough fattyness. Overall, I'm not too sold on the place because it was lunch and not a whole lot of people during the 12:30 lunch hour but the food itself was decent and definitely a good spot to hit up for a lunch if you're in the Lindbergh-Buckhead area. read more

It's hard to rate this place because there are so many dimensions. It has a really divey vibe and it's right next to a vintage movie theatre so it has the potential to be a good late hangout. Except it doesn't stay open that late. A good selection of beers and so-so cocktails. The food a selection of ramen and Japanese appetizers that, other than the usual edamame, are pretty unique. I like the spicy sliced cucumber but the omelette fingers are good too as long as they're hot. Ramen portions are generous and some of the best pork belly slices around. The service is just weird. Tough-looking Hispanic guys in the kitchen, a single waiter for the whole place usually, always quite young, maybe a bit goth, definitely not into mechanistic efficiency. Vintage music in the background: Patsy Cline, Etta James. Decently low prices at a time when everything is going up. It has the air of a place that some corporation will decide to close soon for lack of traffic but I hope it hangs on. read more

Hole in the wall with GREAT food. Don't come if you are in a hurry. Food is always fresh and super hot. Really like the selection of Udon soups. read more

We had a Yelp 5-star experience when we came here to eat a late dinner in late October on aWe had a Yelp 5-star experience when we came here to eat a late dinner in late October on a Tuesday night. Parking was easy to find in the large green parking lot shared by many businesses in the strip mall. We got here at around 8:45 pm, and they were scheduled to close at 9:30 pm. There were only two employees working at the time, and I was afraid that they were either going to tell us that they weren't seating anymore customers for the night, or would rush us. However, neither was the case, since the host/server warmly greeted us immediately when we walked in and invited us to sit anywhere, and we sat at a small table against the wall. There were two other groups of people in the restaurant with us, and they didn't look like they were in any hurry to leave. Our server gave us menus and left us to take care of the other tables. He came back within a few minutes and we each ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen. We got our food within 10 minutes, nice and hot. The egg was perfectly cooked medium, the pork was seared perfectly and the flavor was great, and I loved how the broth tasted. The crunchy textures of the veggies were ideal. We both loved the quick and efficient service and the outstanding food, and we were out of there by 9:30 pm without feeling rushed! The restaurant is light on decor on the inside, and, to me, looks like a mix of industrial meets Japanese, with more industrial than Japanese. That didn't matter that much to me, since everything else was great read more

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This is very average Ramen. Family actually voted a 2 1/2 stars but I'm being nice. We had 2 ultra spicy ramen, not spicy at all. On a spice factor of 1-10 barely a 2. We also tried the Wasabi again, no heat barley Wasabi flavor and the Honey Ramen. Honey was slightly sweet but not honey tasting. Another item at home was the pork sticky rice, good flavor but the issue was the actual pork or lack there of. You see the 2 Ultra had inedible Pork pieces, we have pictures, due to all fat and no meat. Same thing in the rice. If your looking for just an average bowl it's okay but for the money we will pass. There are just too many better bowls out there read more

Hajime - This was our pork in our bowls. All fat. No one could eat it. - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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One of my go to ramen places. It has been more hits than miss for the most part. Their Tonkontsu ramen is really good and I've heard great things about their Shoyu and Spicy kimchi ramen. Usually the service is pretty prompt as well though it might a little slow on the weekends. read more

The best ramen and kimchi I've had in Atlanta! Also has Echigo Koshihikari- YUM. Highly recommend the Tonkotsu Ramen! read more

Hajime - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

The ramen was good but still not like the ones in Japan! The soup had great flavors and the egg was cooked perfectly! It had really delicious pork pieces and the ramen was cook just right! Need to go as soon as they open because during Covid, you don't want to sit next to anyone! The service was great, except the food took a little longer than I expected! read more

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The food was delicious and the service was great! The vibe was so cozy and it was definitely giving fall vibes. read more

Hajime - It was so delicious! I love it here. The service was amazing. - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Very delicious and Authentic Ramen and all the food they have , this is my 4 time coming Service is great as always and friendly, the restaurant isn't to loud perfect for something chill , low key to enjoy your food Hirata Bun read more

Hajime - These are the bou Hirata Buns - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I absolutely LOVE the ramen from this place. The Extra spicy Ramen is my favorite, and I always add some pork belly to it, because it is super yummy! I felt very safe picking up my order as all employees had masks on and prepaying for my food made it an easy in-and-out affair. Highly recommended! read more

Hajime - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I placed a to-go order via Grubhub on a Saturday evening and my food was ready as promised. I got the Tonkotsu Ramen ($12), Karaage bun ($4) and Ebi gyoza ($8). My favorite was probably the bun, which had spicy fried chicken, and a close second was the gyoza which had shrimp inside and was pan-fried. I've definitely had better ramen elsewhere, but it wasn't bad by any means. The restaurant was clean inside and the staff member who gave me my order was very courteous. read more

I've seen Hajime through good times and bad and the ups and downs. Currently, they're not at the best. But recently, I was surprisingly satisfied at my experience. We went for a late lunch so the restaurant was pretty empty and close to closing for preparation for the dinner service. We shared a combo of noodles and rice, which is a good deal for two who weren't particularly hungry. The Tonkotsu Ramen wasn't as salty as the last time I ordered it. Rather, it was much more reserved in sodium but not lacking in flavor. The broth was rich and flavorful. The noodles were fine - we also asked for a kaedama, although we may not have needed it. The Chashu Don wasn't as insta-worthy as I hoped. The pork was pretty good, similar to the Chashu found on the ramen. A little too much sauce but easily fixed by removing maybe 1/4 of it. The scallion offset the heaviness of the aioli/sauce. What is most frustrating to me is the lack of consistency. I prefer not to have to re-write a review every time I eat here! Hajime has/had so much potential - I hope they will continue to take the constructive criticism, focus on the minor issues that could become big problems and stabilize the ups and downs. read more

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Today was my third & best visit. First things, first the space is very open, inviting, & clean. There's a small bar with a tv & a couple high tops on one side & then a bigger space on the other side with lots of tables. It's a very chill but still trendy place. My food order is the ultra spicy lvl 2 (automatically comes with pork-im sure you can opt out tho) with a side of chicken katsu & a hajime mule. I'm definitely not well versed in the world of ramen so I'm not sure how common this is but Hajime makes their noodles in house. My server told me for the spicy they actually infuse chili flakes into the dough & I thought that was pretty cool. The broth is spicy too but also very flavorful not just hot for no reason. The pork is grilled so it's not too wiggly & has a nice char which is good since it becomes submerged. Though the pork is nice, I personally think adding a side of chicken katsu is oh so necessary. The way the breading takes on the broth but still adds a little crunch, I just love it. I could honestly eat at least two bowls but I try to take it easy I've been a moscow mule girl for a couple years so I like to think I have a really good handle on what's what in that category. Hajime has one of the absolute best I've ever tried. Turns out all the ingredients are imported & they include sake. It still has that crispy/spicy ginger taste I love but also incorporates hints of citrus. I went ahead & had two The next time you're in the mood for ramen you have to try this spot & I'm sure it will become an instant fave for you too. read more

Hajime - Level 2 Spicy - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Hajime is a ramen shop that's been around for a couple years. I've seen this restaurant many times when I dined at Rain Thai and Sushi Bar and have had this place bookmarked for a long time. I finally decided to check it out after a work function last night. We came in around 8:30 pm on a Thursday. From the outside, I thought Hajime would be a small, intimate type of restaurant. But I was surprised walking in. The restaurant was well-lit and unpolished. I think they were going for that rustic warehouse-type of feeling I guess? I wasn't really feeling it. The staff was great! Super attentive and quick to get our orders. Being that it was our first time, they were really helpful giving us recommendations based on what we liked. *Seafood Ramen ($13): Has seafood broth, seaweed, squid, shrimp, scallop, white onion, sesame, shrimp oil and scallions. This was delicious! I ordered an extra egg (+$2). I don't remember seeing any squid in my soup however, I got around 6 whole shrimps. It's very tasty! If you love seafood, I'd highly recommend this one. This was a super quick dinner so I didn't get to try much. I hear the beer here is only $1.50 for those interested. Make sure to check in on Yelp for your free topping! Would I come back? Maybe if I was craving for Japanese ramen. It was good, but not great. read more

I visited on a Wednesday. I was the only person there until a couple came in as I was leaving. Staff is very friendly and attentive. (The music was great!) I ordered the Yaki Gyoza and the Ultra Spicy Ramen, level 1. When I tell you it was perfect, I mean it was exactly what I had hoped for and more. As someone who LOVES spicy foods, I'd say their spice levels are akin to Thai spiciness so I'd advise starting with Level 1 and if it's not enough, going up the next visit. I appreciate the fact that they didn't try to lower the spiciness because of my appearance as some restaurants specializing in foreign cuisines have been known to do. It was a perfect meal and I will 100% be returning. read more

Hajime - Yaki gyoza - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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absolutely delicious. definitely returning. i was told to check out Umaido next since that is the original spot. read more

Hajime - Tonkotsu Ramen (rich) - Ramen Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

My favorite ramen spot in Atlanta and just a few blocks from my house. We usually get the miso or tonkatsu ramen, add extra chashu and I add noodles again (so leave some broth) it's like I'm eating 2 bowls of ramen. read more

We enjoyed the food here. We had takoyaki, seafood ramen, and braised pork belly over rice. Everything was flavorful. Service was good, but tables were dirty after customers left. We live on the other side of town and with all the Japanese/ramen places in town, I probably wouldn't go out of my way to eat here. But if I'm out this way, I'd totally revisit. read more

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