Nice little ramen spot in Astoria. Tried their signature Hinomaru ramen, and unfortunately felt it was unremarkable. The ramen was good, but it was also at least 5-7 dollars more expensive than comparable ramen. The egg also was not worth the 3 dollar extra, as it was a cold poached egg and not standard soy egg. Service was good and ramen was definitely still yummy, but it wasn't a standout. read more

HinoMaru Ramen - juno - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

This was my first time ever trying ramen, and it definitely won't be my last! Everything was absolutely delicious. The broth was rich and full of flavor, and the ribs were cooked perfectly tender and seasoned just right. You can really tell care went into every part of the meal. The restaurant itself is super cute and has a great vibe, which made the experience even better. And the service? Top tier. Our waitress was incredible she gave great recommendations, stayed attentive without hovering, and made sure we had everything we needed the entire time. Overall, such a great first ramen experience. I'll definitely be back! read more

HinoMaru Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

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This couldn't have been their best day!! I know they've served better and better broth in the past. I wanted to have a nice bowl of ramen and since I remembered them being good I revisited. We sat down but the menu never came, no water, or anything. They weren't fully booked either so it felt like we were just forgotten. We ended up looking up the menu and when they could come over we just ordered what we wanted and asked for glasses of water. Then the broth felt almost diluted:/ like something was missing from both the ramen we ordered. I'm sure this wasn't their representative work!!! I hope they get better and I can come back again. read more

HinoMaru Ramen - Hinomaru Ramen, Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

I tried the HinoMaru ramen, fried squid, chicken skin, and chicken karaage. Likes: broth was rich but not overly salty. Broth was hot. Noodles were different from other ramen shops. I would get the squid karaage again. Chicken skin was decent. Chicken karaage was overcooked. Friendly servers. Clean tables. Dislikes: Service was slow despite being 1 of 3 total parties in the restaurant. There were more workers than diners when I was there. I understand why the food might take slightly longer especially if it's being made to order but it would take some time to get drinks or to get the check. Overall the ramen was one of the better ramen shops I've ever been to. I normally don't enjoy Japanese style ramen as much, but I would return here again. 3 appetizers + 3 ramen + 2 beers came to roughly $150 with tax and tip. read more

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This is where I go when I want a hot, comforting bowl of ramen in the neighborhood. This time, went on a Monday after 7:30 PM so it wasn't crowded. Was seated right away. Started with the chashu pork nikuman, which came with 1 bun. The pork was tender, the bun was fluffy, and I appreciated that the sauce was evenly spread so you got some with each bite. The shoyu (Tokyo style) ramen is made with a chicken broth, and came with tender chashu pork, a poached egg, bamboo shoots (menma), yuchoi greens, scallion, and garlic chips. The broth was nice and hot, very flavorful, and not too salty. The noodles had a nice chew to them. The lychee mojito I ordered was so good. It was sweet, with a little bit of tartness from the lime, and some brightness from the mint. The server came by often to refill my water, check on how I liked the food, and if I needed anything else. This was another very satisfying experience at HimoMaru. read more

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OMG so happy to have stopped by and shame on me for waiting so damn long. This is definitely one of the best Ramen joint in NY and very reasonably priced. Broth is super flavorful and noodle is perfect firmness. A must on your Ramen bucket list read more

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Great visit and service this evening. No wait for 2 around 8:30 and friendly greeting and efficient service. Tried the spicy fried Korean chicken, and my only thought was that it was super hot and would've loved if it was a little bit more crunch. The crispy rice sushi was a nice appetizer as well. I love the tonkotsu spicy ramen with honey glazed ribs as it has the wavy noodles (my FAVE!), and rib meat fell off the bone, perfect noodle texture! Thanks Hinomaru team! read more

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Walked in on a Friday night before 7pm and was able to get seated right away. The dinner crowd definitely starts to pile in shortly after 7. We ordered a ramen dish each and it was pleasantly tasty with a reasonable portion amount. Unfortunately we did have to wait quite a while for our ramen, as one of our dishes came out pretty quickly but they had accidentally gave another table our other other so we had to wait 20 additional minutes almost for the second bowl to come out. Seating area is pretty tightly packed and the decor inside is nice and fits the vibe of the restaurant well. read more

HinoMaru Ramen - Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

I think I got my hopes up for this place because of these reviews, now I'm convinced that most people here have not been to a lot of ramen spots in general. I got the hinomaru special - and although it's not bad, I found that it was way more hyped than what it actually was. I didn't feel like there was anything that was standout about it than the next random ramen place nearby. The flavors were ok, but not as much depth as I would expect for all these ramen reviews they've received. My boyfriend got the shoyu ramen and I thought it had more flavor than the hinomaru special. They also come with poached eggs and not regular soft boiled. I got an extra poached egg since mine didn't have it, and it's served on a separate spoon to add to your ramen but it was cold and tasted like nothing after I ate it - not worth the extra $3 and definitely nowhere as good as soft boiled imo. We came on a regular week day so it wasn't busy at all and we were seated immediately. However, I think they were either understaffed or just serve in batches and not at the same time. My boyfriend and I got our ramens 8 minutes apart and I did not come there to eat ramen by myself. So I waited until he got his because that's what it means to go out to eat with someone so mine wasn't hot and fresh. Just seems weird to have our main food come out at completely different times and kind of ruins the dining experience. Otherwise, the appetizer (okonomiyaki) was really good!!! And the service, albeit slow, was also exceptional! Quality of food and weird separation of serving times if your party orders something different than you just overall makes it an ok experience at best. I'm glad to try this, but the hype is overstated. read more

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Came for a job interview at 2PM, arrived at 1:45PM, and waited for 30 minutes for interview. Then they made me go home because they said they already interviewed 6 people ahead of me and it is already past 2PM. How disrespectful and disgusting it is. Waisting other people's times. read more

This review is long overdue. HinoMaru Ramen is definitely a Ditmars dining delight and after a meal here, you'll know why it's a popular place. Their multiple Michelin Bib Gourmand distinctions speak volumes. I've tried a couple of their ramen options but find myself gravitating towards the tonkotsu shoyu ($17). There's a superb creamy pork broth, and you've also got chashu pork, kikurage (wood ear mushrooms), menma (fermented bamboo shoots), roasted garlic, red ginger, and scallions. The HinoMaru spicy ramen ($18) is marked with one pepper, but it's more like a two pepper to me. The staff members are nice and kind. Due to its popularity, HinoMaru can become quite crowded, but they'll do their best to seat you quickly. Recommended! read more

Maybe my hopes were a little too high after I read many high praises for this ramen, but I found it to be a little underwhelming. It wasn't bad, but the vegetarian ramen felt a little unimaginative. The broth had little flavor and there wasn't any creativity to the toppings. It was nice to get some vegetables, but the ginger was the only thing adding flavor and they put too much of it. I wanted to order something else and sub tofu for meat, but they won't do any substitutions, even for dietary restrictions. While the food disappointed, I liked the rest of the experience. The space is nice and felt lively but not hectic. There was plenty of room inside and it didn't feel claustrophobic like some nyc restaurants. The service was just the right level of attentive and polite. If they could up their vegetarian ramen game, it would be a winner. read more

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Hinomaru has always been a family favorite! I got to try their ceviche ramen, which is their summer special. It's topped with lots of sashimi pieces! It was so refreshing to have especially while dining in their outdoor seating. They also have solid ramen options. I didn't get any at this visit but I love their shoyu ramens. Their ramen is perfect during the winter or on a cold day! read more

HinoMaru Ramen - Ceviche Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

Second time here in a whim. This time I tried the uni ramen and fell absolutely head over heels. The broth is creamy, rich, full and just mind blowing. I've been on a Parmesan kick so this dish really tickled my fancy. I would have it over and over and over again. 10/10. read more

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Pleasantly surprised! As someone who frequents Ramen spots, I have high expectations and this spot hit the mark with their rich broths. Parking is tough to find though (it is NY!) Setting: Wooden interior with tons of two and four-tops. Outdoor seating is also available, but can get hot in the summer. Service: Great! Our server was incredibly attentive and consistently checked on us and refilled our water quickly. Food: Really flavorful! I have gotten both the lunch special ($24 includes app, main, and drink) and a la carte options from here. For ramen and appetizers, the price is a bit more than other spots in Queens so it loses a point for overall value. read more

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My friend introduced me to this spot and I've made it a point to try to go back every time I'm in the area! The ramen is so delicious and the flavors really come through strong! The service is great too. read more

HinoMaru Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

Quaint ramen eatery in Astoria. Easy to commute in a decent neighborhood. I ordered the tonkotsu shoyu ramen. It was decent, thick pork broth. The pork was tender with earthy mushrooms and ginger. The noodles seemed fresh, since this is Michelin rated eatery, should be fresh ingredients. To add, also affordable. The restrooms are located in the rear and the service was great. The waitress handled the dine in and take out orders professionally. Please tip , if your card doesn't offer tip, please always have cash. This spot is brilliant for date nights or just a solo outing with alcohol and vegan options. Itadaki masu! read more

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Great food. When you come in it feels Japanese. The ambiance is very nice and service was good. The yuzu margarita was definitely a favorite. read more

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I've come here twice and both times have been very satisfied. I came here on a Sunday afternoon with a friend and we were seated right away. I came on a Saturday around 6:00 alone and was seated within 15 minutes. The spot is big. The vibe is very chill, not too loud or rushed feeling. The first time I came I had just had a Tonkotsu ramen the day before so I went for the Kara chanpon. It was loaded with seafood and the broth was very good, slightly thick but not too thick. The second time I tried their house special, HinoMaru. It was the perfect level of spice without the spice overpowering the Tonkotsu broth. You can still taste the pork bone broth. It comes with so many toppings but the toppings were so good (esp the menma), no complaints. The pork melted in your mouth, as it should. Excellent ramen spot, would definitely come back and recommend! read more

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We ordered the chicken ramen, tonkotsu shoyu ramen, and the karaage. Karaage is about 5 pieces, and while it was flaming hot, it wasn't that crunchy. It's around the size of a chicken tender. The tonkotsu shoyu ramen did not blow me away. The ramen itself isn't soft and bouncy, it's harder and stiffer. The pork was very soft and easy to break. The chicken was dry in the chicken ramen, and not very juicy. Overall, not my choice for ramen. Note that tables are also very small, close together with no place to put your bag and jackets! You sit atop stools. My bag was in my lap. I saw people sitting on top of their jackets. Service was wonderful. read more

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Stumbled upon this place and so glad I did! It's pretty hard to find a good ramen spot suitable for vegetarians. I have to say that this is one of the better vegan spots I've been to! The broth is incredible and spicy, just the way I like it! Service was great and place was clean read more

HinoMaru Ramen - Vegetarian ramen - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

I went to HinoMaru this week with a friend. It was a very windy, cold day in NYC, so ramen was the perfect dinner. The restaurant is small, with a fair number of seats in the front of the restaurant. The menu is quite extensive, with a lot of different ramen options (although only one vegetarian ramen option that can be made spicy upon request). Service is good here, and very quick. The food also came out very quickly, which was great. I had the Lemongrass Chicken Ramen (4/5), and added an egg. It was very good -- the chicken is ground, which was interesting. It added a nice, different flavor than I usually get from chicken. This ramen is supposed to be spicy, but it was only a little spicy. The broth was thick, a little oily, but good. The noodles were thin and well-cooked. I enjoyed my meal at HinoMaru and definitely plan to return. There are so many other dishes I would love to try! read more

HinoMaru Ramen - Lemongrass chicken ramen, November 2022 - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

Solid spot for some ramen! Alas i do not live in the neighborhood but if i did i think it would be a regular spot, but not necessarily somewhere i'd recommend you go out of your way for. We got: - crispy pig ears 9/10: these were delightful and i don't know what the seasoning on it was but it was excellent - hinomaru ramen 8/10: pretty good, nothing spectacular though. - kara chanpon 9/10: i'm not a huge fan of seafood ramen but this one was quite good and definitely special. I would highly recommend if you like seafood ramen. read more

HinoMaru Ramen - HinoMaru Ramen 8/10 - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

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This is some of the best ramen you can get in Astoria. The ramen is always packed with flavor but not so salty that you have to force yourself to finish the bowl. The tonkotsu is my personal favorite but really you can't go wrong here, and they even have a very helpful chart to tell you what ramens pair with what imported Japanese beers! The vibes are good for small to medium sized groups: tables for solo diners and couples in front, and larger tables for parties of 4+ in back. read more

HinoMaru is one of my go to ramen spots in the area. I get the HinoMaru ramen which is a classic pork broth with everything in it including their specialty fireball. I loooove meat in my ramen, so the combination of chasiu AND ground pork is phenomenal. My friend got the uni ramen, and it was decent. There were only tiny bits of uni dispersed in the soup, and the rest were all miscellaneous vegetables. We didn't taste any roe either. I'll stick to my HinoMaru classic for $17! Though I usually order to go, I tried dine in twice, and it was a pleasant experience both times. Service is a bit slow, but the servers are kind and accommodating. I got oysters (I think it was like $20 for a plate of 12) while dining in as well, and I really liked them! They were very plump, fresh, and sweet. Go to HinoMaru! You won't regret it! read more

HinoMaru Ramen - HinoMaru Ramen and Uni Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

Giving 5 stars bcuz they is a neighborhood gem and best in Astoria in my opinion. Portion size is great. I left very full! The soups were delicious and at the right temperature! I will say that the squid may have been a little overcooked, but I'll accept that over undercooked. Service was good. Inside is cute and quaint. read more

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love it my go too on these cold winter days. i usually order seamless but the in person service is good and quick. the flavor in the hinoramen bone broth hits just right every time. read more

This place is a jewel in Astoria. Delicious ramen, full of flavor, only few places can cook such a flavorful Ramen. I also tried the japanese pancake appetizer and was delicious. Everything is hearthy and very umami. Can't wait to try the drinks!!! My recommendation: Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen with honey glazed ribs read more

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I tried their signature ramen and it was awesome. The broth had so much flavor and was super satisfying. The noodles were spot on, and the toppings were a nice touch. The service was great too--really friendly and quick. Definitely recommend this spot for some solid ramen! read more

So so so good. I've been here multiple times and I have to try more of the items on the menu but I am definitely a creature of habit. My ultimate ramen go-to is the kara chanpon. I've also had their gyoza, shumai, buns, and karage for appetizers and they're all unbelievably delicious. I have no complaints except that the kara chanpon is too good and I think about it too often!!! Also if they had coat racks or something, that would be nice. read more

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Indisputably one of Astoria's best spots. The food is superb, the service attentive and affable. However... I miss the days in which there was a sign on the wall discouraging cell phone use and encouraging socialization. The past 2 meals I have had here have been ruined by fellow diners taking facetime calls with no headphones. I just had to listen to a guy discussing his wedding plans with his family for 20 minutes over a tin-y speaker. My last visit before I had to listen to a mother on facetime (loudspeaker) while her kid watched loud cartoons on an ipad. Is nothing sacred anymore? Can people not sit and enjoy food without blaring media? Are you so addicted to the internet that you must subject others to it? And what happened to restaurants enforcing basic rules to ensure the comfort of all? Its not gonna kill you to ask people to put headphones..:or if you would prefer other customers do it for you be careful what you wish for. read more

Before I get to the food portion let me just say that the service was fantastic. Only 2 servers who did a phenomenal job for a packed house in the middle of dinner service. You can see them constantly hustling bank and forth between tables, taking orders, packing takeout, refilling water, etc. They definitely worked their butts off. The ramen itself left me a little disappointed. It was good but based on their rep I felt it like should have wowed me and it didn't. The noodles themselves could of been chewier and the broth did not have the depth of flavor I expected for a milky bone base. the Pig ears were crispy, almost too much that you could not discern the crunch of the cartilage in the middle from the expected gelatinous outer part. Also way too heaving seasoned read more

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This is my favorite ramen spot in NYC yet! I haven't found the perfect flavorful and soup amount since I had HinoMaru Ramen! They have a wait time but only seat complete parties who are in store waiting!!! It is a cute little spot in Astoria which is pretty far from everything else, but it was soo worth it! I will come back very very soon! read more

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So we decided to order in for the night on our last night in New York so I could watch my Michigan Wolverines win the Big Ten Championship!!!!! Anyways I ordered the Spicy Pork Ramen Noodle and it was VERY delicious, the noodles were soft and the broth had great flavoring and the pork itself was well cooked and was soft enough to eat with the noodles, this place makes really good Ramen. read more

HinoMaru Ramen - Spicy Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Astoria, New York

I would've given this place 5 stars if it wasn't for the service. After getting seated with the menu, we didn't get our order taken for awhile. We didn't get a refill of our water's after either. It wasn't that busy so that wasn't the issue. They had more than enough workers too. Something to think about. After looking through the menu, we ordered the pig ears and chicken karaage. Both were fine. Had to use hot sauce and hot chili flakes to give it some kick. For the ramen I ordered the Kara Chanpon which has three pepper signs next to it, but when tasting it wasn't spicy at all. I wasn't impressed with the spice. I added the hot oil to it that has to asked for and that helped a bit. I don't understand what sets this place apart from other ramen places that it gets so many Michelin stars consecutively. read more

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For a first time "Ramen trying" was delicious for me. I never tried it so my friend took me to this place and it has a warm environment. Design is good and the space is not big but the place is great to have a good time with friends while enjoying a delicious Ramen. My favorite so far is chicken ramen. Definitely, I will come back again for summer time. read more

Hino Maru, used to be good but don't bother. The original owners sold a few years ago and the quality has gone way down. Profit over technique. It's now oily instead of quality reduced broths. Skip it. It's no longer good read more

Really good tasting Ramen specially on a cold NYC day. Service was really good, fast and easy to communicate. Great location, great ambience for a date, a small groups of friends or family. read more

My friends and I went to this place in a freaking cold Saturday night, so I thought it would be good for having ramen. Besides that, my friend also really wanna try this spot since it has Michelin Guide. We ordered 2 appetizers: 1. Crispy kale: we love it! We are lovers of crispy kale / kale chips. They gave a unique touch of their crispy kale that we noticed they had sweet soya sauce for the sauce. We are Indonesians and familiar with that taste. 2. Takoyaki: love love love! No explanation needed! The octopus in every balls are thick and very chewy-able. It is also crispy outside and smooth inside We ordered some ramen (of course): 1. Spicy miso vegetarian ramen: The broth is so refreshing and the spice is on another level; so hot! 2. Lemongrass chicken ramen: the broth is rich, it's like eating curry but without coconut milk. 3. Chicken ramen: this is what I had. It's so refreshing. It has clear broth and not spicy at all even though I asked for spicy one. So far it's okay for me. Their ramen style are so different with any other ramen joint we had. read more

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This spot is probably my favorite ramen joint in Astoria. I was seated within 10 minutes of arriving and there were approximately 4 parties ahead of me at the time. There never seems to be a crazy wait time. For starters, we ordered geso karaage & chasu buns. Normally I'd get the hinomaru ramen but this time I opted for the tonkotsu shoyu ramen. The food was so yummy and came out relatively quick. The service was rather slow but it could also be due to the fact that they were busy. My water glass was filled once towards the very end of the meal. Would I come back? Definitely. read more

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