I've only been to Japan about a dozen times to film and write about food content a minumum of 2…read moreweeks each time. So, I can only vouch for my experience eating Japanese food to state that the tsukemen at Okiboru is just like what I have eaten in Japan, specifically the Kansai region. Being that I prefer tsukemen over ramen, dipping sauce over soup, over the years, I have definitely eaten my fair share of this type of noodle. The broth is a thick gravy that is meaty and dashi-rich at the same time. Not too salty, although slightly bitter at times. What really stands out at Okiboru is their thick and toothsome tsukemen noodles. The texture of these noodles alone keeps me returning. QR code menu and friendly service. Bar style atmosphere at this location. So nice to have an authentic tsukemen shop at the mall. I like to stop by before seeing a movie.

Sometime it hard to find good ramyum or japanese food in Georgia but OMG. OMG!!!!…read more The Spicy Tori Paitan broth was DELICIOUS, with great texture noodle and gooey egg! I think I was transported to another realm. and basically ate whole bowl which can be hard for me with ramen (*'o'*) The Curry katsu don bowl was v good! would get again! super fresh taste! ( *w*)b The server was so kind to us and walk us through some options, and the seats were plenty and comfortable!! it's literally outside the mall. Wanna go back so bad!

I was so happy to find out about Okiboru tsukemen. Although the price was little expensive, but the…read moredish worthed it IMO! The noodles were chewy, the dipping broth was delicious(a bit salty to taste but it meant to balance out the bland noodle). The service was fast and can be a place for large gatherings. Will definitely come back for more!

After a long hiatus from Okiboru, my boyfriend and I decided to stop by for ramen for lunch. We…read morestarted with the Brussels sprouts as an appetizer--my favorite item on the menu--and they were just as great as I remembered. Definitely did not disappoint! For my entree, I ordered the tonkotsu ramen. Unfortunately, it was a bit lackluster. I'm not sure I'd return specifically for the ramen. My boyfriend ordered the truffle shoyu ramen and also found it to be underwhelming. The ambiance has also changed since my last visit. They've replaced the middle bar area with more tables and painted over the previously drawn-on walls. The space feels noticeably darker now and lacks some of the character it once had. That said, the service was great. Our server, JJ, was attentive, friendly and took good care of us.

PARKING (4/5): Right across the street from PONCE CITY…read moreMARKET. Parking is FREE in this plaza. SERVICE (5/5): I came by myself and sat at the bar so I didn't have to awkwardly look at anyone, just the wall. HA! Was seated IMMEDIATELY, served drinks IMMEDIATELY, and also ordered & got my food all within 5 minutes of being there. Eating by yourself has its perks! FOOD (4/5): $19 BLACK TONKATSU (bamboo shoots +$2): was flavorful & filling. Exactly what I was craving while sick. $3 HOT GREEN TEA: just a standard tea bag in a cup. Would've been cool for loose green tea leaves. OVERALL (4/5): Will definitely be back! Great service & good food!

This is probably one of the best ramen spots in Atlanta! My husband and I stumbled across it when…read morewe were looking for a spot to eat lunch after exploring Ponce City Market. We both ordered the Tori Paitan and got it spicy. The broth is very rich and flavorful! I absolutely love the chicken chashu as well - probably the best I've ever had. The service is great as well. The restaurant is small and has a cozy atmosphere. Perfect for small groups! Definitely my go to ramen spot whenever I'm in ATL.

We stopped in here while visiting Athens. We had eaten at the jinya in sandy springs and enjoyed it…read moreso decided to try this one. Parking was a little challenging but that is to be expected in Athens on a Friday night! We all ordered ramen and enjoyed our choices. The broth was much richer than I remembered and the portions were generous. I actually was unable to finish my bowl which is unusual for me. Our waiter was prompt and polite. She stayed on top of our needs without us needing to trouble her. Perfect. I somehow managed to forget to take pictures of our meal. Sorry about that.

The food service and ambiance were all excellent at Jinya Ramen bar. This was our first time at…read morethis business. We were actually going to another Thai restaurant down the street but got lost and this looks good instead. Everything tasted really good. The Ramen soup was a seafood pork face which was different than what we previously experienced and the wheat noodles weren't my favorite, but they were still OK. The sushi and other appetizers we had were really good as well. All the stuff that waited on us were all super excellent and helpful making suggestions and letting us know what different things were.

This place is a solid lunch break for work. I came here on…read moremy lunch break and was glad I did. I ordered the kaya ramen which is their take on tonkasu. The their broth was very rich and you can tell it was boiled for a very long time. Additionally, the noodles were al dente and was delicious. The servers were very well mannered and helpful whenever we needed it. This is a solid ramen spot if you're ever in the area.

Love it here; hate the seating. The benches are super uncomfortable so make sure you grab a table,…read moreinstead. This is honestly my current favorite for ramen in the Roswell/Alpharetta/Milton triangle. They have everything I want here, including curry udon. Some of the ramen I've tried, I have really enjoyed. I dunno if it's handmade noodles or anything like that, but the broth is good and the ingredients hit. I haven't had anything here that was disappointing.

10/10 Experience! My…read moreniece had just finished getting her hair done and we were looking for somewhere to eat. I wasn't feeling well and wanted something soothing for my throat, so when we passed KAMAD Grilled Ramen & Bar, my niece suggested we stop since she loves ramen. I'm so glad we did! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was great. The decor is beautiful, the music is good, and the atmosphere feels fun yet relaxing. Our hostess, Jenae, was AMAZING--super friendly, patient, and very helpful in explaining the menu while we decided what to get. My niece ordered the shrimp tempura and chicken hibachi, and I got the Seafood Ramen (#5), which comes with crab legs and shrimp. I thought about adding chicken for $2.99, but since it was my first time, I wanted to try it just the way it came--and it did NOT disappoint. We only waited about 10 minutes for our food, and everything came out hot and fresh. I also got a mango tea with strawberry bubbles. I tried it before we left because I couldn't wait--so good! You can swap the jelly pearls if you don't like them, which I appreciated. When we got home and unboxed everything, it was still piping hot. The shrimp tempura was delicious, my niece loved her hibachi chicken, and my Seafood Ramen was incredible. There wasn't a drop left in the bowl. It was filling, flavorful, and honestly perfect for how I was feeling. Jenae also mentioned they have karaoke nights, so this seems like a great spot to grab food and have a fun night out. Overall, I highly recommend this location. Great service, great food, great vibe. We'll definitely be back!

I ordered take-out from the Shrimp & Scallop Hibachi Mix & Match selection and the Green Tea…read moreCheesecake slice* Service was fairly quick and only took about 15 minutes for my order to be ready. Ambiance seemed intimate but casual. Sadly, the $5.29 slice of Green Tea Cheesecake was just a very small sliver (see pic).

I was finally ready to try ramen and I had no idea where to go. Furthermore, I had no idea what I…read morewanted to eat. I asked my Yelpers how to choose a ramen dish, then it came time to choose a location. As I was in the Buckhead area, I texted my brother who I know eats ramen and asked him where he usually goes in the area and he pointed me to JINYA Ramen Bar. He also told me that the chicken ramen was his favorite. Naturally, I had to go to JINYA Ramen Bar because my brother said it was good. LoL!! Scrolling through the JINYA Ramen Bar website, I decided on the Spicy Chicken. I placed my order and headed to the restaurant. The location was easy to find as it sits in the plaza. Walking inside the restaurant, the ambiance was calming and dim. The surroundings were moderately toned and made me think this would be the perfect place for my next date night. I headed to the hostess stand, provided my name. Retrieved my order and was on my way. The process was easy and the service was good. Let's talk Ramen... One word... Amazing!!! The chicken was tender. The noodles were perfectly made. The seasonings were blended perfectly and then, I added the broth to the food and what was already good went to great. The broth was well seasoned and perfectly married all the ingredients together. I ordered the highest level of spice and it was not too spicy and delivered a generous amount of heat to the dish. JINYA Ramen Bar was an amazing experience and I will definitely be back for another round.

Service was great! Five stars for that. There's a good amount of seating inside, from tables to…read morehigh bar-style seating. The ramen itself was too salty for me. I got bamboo shoots as a side and they were just ok flavor wise - they were covered in a chili oil but they weren't spicy, just oily. The crispy rice with tuna was good - would recommend that one!

Kawa 18 ramen was a cute stop on my recent trip to the area! My friends and I knew we wanted to get…read moreramen, and found this place online. We were super ecstatic about it! I split the chicken karaage with a friend, and we were delighted at how generous the portion size was. It was well-seasoned, tender, and delicious as well. I also got a thai iced tea (yum!) and the Shoyu Udon. I was really craving udon and this was a great option with plenty of food. The noodles were perfect, and the soft boiled egg, chicken, corn, and other toppings were all great. I unfortunately don't live in the area but otherwise would absolutely be back more often!

It was 12pm on Sunday, Jan 4. I was looking forward to having a bowl of ramen. I showed up and…read morenoticed that the lights inside the establishment were off. I tried the door. It was locked and no one was inside. I look at Kawa 18's business hours notice pasted next to the front door. It said "Sun 11:00am to 9:30pm". Therefore, they should be already opened for business for an hour. What a pity. I checked Kawa 18's website. There were no announcements that it would be closed on Sunday, Jan 4. That meant Kawa 18 lied about their business hours, or maybe they were lazy. I do not recommend this place.

I'm always looking for a good spot for me and my baby boy to try and this one was a A-1 pick... I…read morehave to pat myself on the back for this one(lol). We where greeted and seated immediately, it wasn't crowded at all... weekday visits are always recommended, if you ask me. It was really cute, not to big or small. There is a bar style area. The seating was ok, the setup is booth style seating around the wall and single seating. The staff... though young they where all professional, respectful, and very attentive to us the customers. Now we can get into the real star of this... review, the food! Everything was delicious, no complaints at all!!! Appetizers- Crab Rangoon and Yum-Yum Shrimp Drinks- water and a Peach Bubble Tea tea Ramen bowls- Kimchi Seafood Heaven and Garlic Seafood Ramen Go, go, go, if you're a Ramen lover, who loves good customer service. Only problem or complaint I can have(but not really) is, there was a cotton candy making machine, that wasn't working(sad face), I was wanting and ready for some footage(lol) and cotton candy.

Before I dive in, I want to point out that the ratings of this place on Google are heavily skewed…read moreas they incentivize 5-star ratings in exchange for free food (see photos). As such, the Yelp reviews are more accurate. PaoPao is a casual eatery that has both ramen selections alongside bubble tea. The space inside is nice but immediately we noted that there wasn't much privacy between tables and we could hear everyone else's conversations. I ordered the Szechuan Tofu Hot Pot. While spicy, it wasn't all too flavorful in terms of all of the ingredients in it. The price also felt a bit high as well. My partner echoed that sentiment when it came to her Black & White Tonkotsu. When we tried the boba, we enjoyed the flavor of the tea. We were immediately met with disappointment however when the actual boba was tasteless. Good texture, but quite literally tasteless. Would we come again? It certainly wouldn't be on the forefront of our minds. However with cold weather and a lack of other ramen options nearby, we may give it a shot down the road. Though I certainly feel like making the trip to Jinya would be better time spent.

I really loved my Dark Knight Ramen. The vibe is really nice here, and our server was very friendly…read moreand had good recommendations. We ordered the Fried Edamame, the Dark Night Ramen, E-Signature Ramen. Food: 5/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 (can be noisy) Service: 5/5

This is by far my favorite ramen spot. It is a small establishment but the food and staff are…read moreamazing and I love the simple decor. I was greeted as soon as I walked thru the door. I sat at the bar and ordered a lychee martini which was delicious. The gyoza were good I really like the dipping sauce that accompanies them. My favorite order is the E signature ramen but the lobster ramen and wagyu ramen are both excellent as well.