Absolute Cinema. I came here with my cousins late at night and WOW. The broth tasted amazing, and the noodles were even better. Gobbled that whole thing up in less than 20 minutes. If you live in NY or plan to come, you must try!!!! PS. They even have a whole congress to this place, expect the house research the flavors and the senates know the secret recipes read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - i ate it all - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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There was a line out the door, but it moved relatively fast. You order at a screen when you walk in the door and then wait to be seated. It's an all encompassed experience if you're wanting to do it at least once in your life. I thought the Ramen had depth of flavor, with the added toppings you can choose from. The pork wasn't necessarily my favorite, but that's just cause I'm not a pork in soup person but added it for the full experience. You can also adjust the spice level, which I was happy with the spice level I chose and wanted to drink all of the broth!! the noodles were perfectly firm as well when you chose that recommended Setting. overall, we were very happy and would come back. I definitely think there are better Ramen places out there, but you're coming here for the experience and it was still very good for what it was! read more

First and foremost, this place is quite pricey. This is definitely not an everyday meal--it's more of a splurge. One of the things I really liked about the restaurant is the individual booth concept. You order easily at the front, and once seating is available, they call you in. There's also a code board in the front room that lights up red or green to indicate whether seating is unavailable or available. Be prepared for a long wait, though. My party and I ended up waiting in the rain before we could get seated. That said, the food did not disappoint. The menu is pretty limited, so you don't have many options to choose from, especially if you're vegetarian. The noodles were cooked perfectly--chewy with a nice bounce. The broth was rich yet surprisingly light, and the pork was incredibly tender, practically melting in your mouth. The presentation is minimalist, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. However, considering the price, I would have liked to see more sides or additional options included with the meal. The individual booth setup is also an interesting experience. Since you have your own private space, nobody bothers you while you eat. When your food is ready, the blind in front of you is raised, your meal is handed to you, and then the curtain drops back down. Overall, it's a unique dining experience with delicious ramen, but the high price and long wait are definitely things to consider before visiting. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Ichiran is unlike any ramen spot I've been to, and I mean that in the best way. They specialize in one thing, tonkotsu pork broth ramen, and they've clearly perfected it. There's something to be said for a place that does one dish and does it exceptionally well. The setup is just as memorable. You get your own little cubby to sit in, and your food is passed to you through a small window. It's private, focused, all about you and the bowl in front of you. While you wait, you get to read about the history of the ramen and how it's made. It's a small touch, but it really makes you appreciate the meal that much more once it arrives. One heads up: be prepared to wait. There was a line out the door when I got there, but it moves, and the ramen is well worth it. read more

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We are so lucky to enjoy the popular Ichiran in NYC without flying all the way to Japan. Although the price is much more expensive compared to Japan, but you're saving that flight. I like that they keep the "no tipping" rule here, so what you pay for is all included. We arrived at opening hour, so luckily there was no wait. First you order at a kiosk and then are given your seat number in individual booths. The unique part of Ichiran are these booths, which make solo dining so great. You also don't need to interact with anyone, so perfect for all my introverts. Once seated, your bowl of ramen gets brought out to you behind the bamboo curtains. The ramen here is made customizable, so it's all to your own liking from oiliness, spiciness, firmness, etc. I got a Classic Tonkotsu ($23) with firm noodles and level 6 spice. It's a simple bowl of ramen, but done very well. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Classic Tonkotsu Ramen. - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

I loved everything about this experience. The best ramen and fully customizable. I can't wait to return. read more

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Does the only Ichiran Ramen in the U.S. live up to its Fukuoka roots? Walking in, the concept is identical to Japan. You order upfront and head to the iconic booth seating (dividers up for solo dining, or folded back for groups). Because Japan's food scene is elite, I kept my expectations low. The tonkotsu broth was solid and the wheat noodles were perfectly cooked, but the chashu fell a little flat--it was tougher than the texture you get overseas. I also ordered the seasonal matcha pudding and it was pretty tea forward. It was pretty good. Overall: 3/5. It's a fun, nostalgic experience if you miss Japan, but at $23-$30 a bowl with the chashu not as great, it's a one-time visit for me. Stick to the original if you can! read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Matcha pudding - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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Hungry for ramen, so we decided to go to ichiran midtown location. They have several locations, times square, Brooklyn etc. The Brooklyn one has a regular dining table as well instead just the individual slot. Got there around 5:30pm ish, there's a good amount of ppl lining up outside. We waited for a good 30-40min until we actually seated. Once you get in,you ordered via tablet. The guy will handed you all the your order per person per item. Your order can be customized to your preferences of noddle, broth, saltiness, spiciness, extra meat or egg, extra noddle, drinks and desserts. You can also order the package noddle to go. Everything must be paid on the tablet as you are done with your orders Wait until they tell you where to seat as the slots turned green. Once you were seated, make sure you put all your orders on the table. The bamboo screen will slightly lifted, and the person on the other side will take the orders and will come back with your order. If you order a dessert the matcha pudding like me, they will ask you whether you want it together with your dinner or later. If later, all you do is to put the little saucer on top of the sensor which will let them know that I am ready for next item. There's water dispenser along the wall. Restrooms: 2 gender neutral restrooms read more

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Ichiran | Midtown 1. Classic tonkatsu ramen Ichiran Midtown is a well-known Japanese ramen chain famous for its rich tonkotsu (pork bone) and customizable bowls. The nice thing about this place is that they offer solo dining booths designed for a focused, no distraction ramen experience. They specialize in a simple, consistent menu centered around classic tonkotsu ramen w/ options to adjust your spice level, richness, and noodle firmness. It's definitely a spot to check out if you've never experienced anything like it! read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Classic Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

THE BIG: Ichiran! And now in the states! This location is in midtown and very close to koreatown. Decently big spot for Ichiran and definitely need to use public transportation to get here. THE BLACK AND WHITE: The wife and I came here for dinner and the place was packed. Fortunately we only had to wait a couple of minutes to be seated and the frontman was nice to have us sit together. We ordered 2x tonkotsu ramen and a matcha beer, all by pen and paper. Service is pretty quick. Matcha beer was alright, seemed like a normal beer (likely asahi) and they sprinkled it with matcha powder. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Pretty pricey as we spent around $65 for two ramens and the matcha beer. Was good, but I don't think I would come back. read more

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My first time EVER with ichiran and it was DELICIOUS! Service was quick and fast and is a good place for introvert. Wow, the noodles were so good and I actually hqhe no complains! I'd definitely come back if I'm ever in NY again read more

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4.5 stars!! Really enjoyed my experience at ICHIRAN Midtown. The food was very good and full of flavor. Following the instructions is important and we asked a lot of questions. I pretty much stuck to the recommendations though I added a soft-boiled egg to my Tonkotsu ramen. The employee who helped us was super friendly. The experience was also fun. Such a different dining experience. The booth ("bar"), the bamboo curtain, the service and "no tipping". If you're with people just be aware that seating is not at a table. You sit next to each other along a "bar" all facing towards the service area. The bamboo curtain will be down and is opened by your "server" when your food and drinks are presented...yes...presented. The "bar" has partitions dividing each individual seating place. The partitions can be moved but if there are more than 2 of you, don't expect a dinner conversation...and this is OK! Other notes: - You pay upfront before you are seated. - If you want to order something during your dining time, then there are order slips in your individual seating spot to add items. You pay for these extras after dining. - No tipping - Being in Times Square/Midtown area, you can certainly expect this place to be busy. Somehow we lucked out and 3 spots were open next to each other during early dinner hour (7PM). When we left the line was out the door. read more

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Food was fresh and delicious, the broth was so flavorful! Service was amazing, while we were waiting in line Arturo brought out a stool for my friend to sit who was on crutches. The atmosphere was chill inside. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Veggie Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

No wait. Interior is the standard ichiran design except the dividers for the individual booths can't be open. Food is always delicious and super easy to order and pay from the iPad when you enter. Service is A++. Somehow the beverage order placed for my BB didn't go through and the server was behind the curtain was able to help me right away. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Ramen and beer - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Came at around 7p for dinner which was went the dinner rush is picking up. You order online first, then will be seated in your cubicle after. It took about 10min for us to be seated. Once you're seated, you share your order and the staff behind the curtain will bring your ramen. I got everything recommended and thought the noodles were great. Broth is very porky and the soup is filling throughout. I also tried the match beer, which was interesting. Overall, it's WAY more pricey and not as good as the Ichiran in Japan, but definitely good enough to get your fill. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

The place looked just like Ichiran in Japan and the ramen tasted just like Ichiran in Japan. It's pricey, but it's so good, and the price includes tax and tip. You get your own little cubicle to eat and they serve you through a little window. Unlike Japan, you can open the divider so you can dine with your friends and family. It's a great experience if you've never tried it and their ramen is delicious. I like that you can customize your bowl by choosing the amount of saltiness, richness of oil, amount of garlic, scallion, pork chashu, spicy and noodle texture (soft, medium, firm). read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Tonkatsu ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

When I learned that my friend hasn't experienced Ichiran neither in Japan when he went nor here in NYC, I was kinda stunned. I insisted that we come here on a rainy, damp, cold Thursday to share in his very first experience. We were instructed to order our meals promptly upon entering, using the iPad that was in front of the cash register. The recommended fix set with everything you should have for your first time was $30+. I was a bit surprised at the high dollar value, but keep in mind there is no tipping in this authentic Japanese establishment. We both opted for that, while I wanted to modify the firmness of my noodles to be more firm that recommended. We arrived just before lunch and were told we would be seated in about 5 minutes or so. This location has the individual stall walls permanently fix so you can't collapse them as you can in other locations if you're a party of two or more. The staff was very efficient at seating everyone, and I did have to speak up that we were skipped over other patrons that were waiting shorter than us. That was quickly addressed and we sat at booths 6 & 7, ironically. There's hooks on the walls for you to hang your coat or bag, and a water dispenser to refill your cup with hot or cold water as often as you wanted. The food came out quickly and we were slurping away in no time! The broth was good, but sadly not as good as I remember at their Brooklyn location. The hardboiled egg was cold, so you need to allow a good amount of time for the yolk to warm up in the broth before taking a bite, or you'll experience cold, runny egg. The noodles were to my liking, and my friend was glad to finally check this off his bucket list. Would I go back? Probably not; there's other places that serve ramen that aren't commercialized like this location. I prefer smaller businesses that are more mom & pop run. Is it worth experiencing if you'd never done it before? Absolutely! read more

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Came here twice during my week stay in New York and ichiran continues to be a convenient way to grab a bowl of noodles, whether you're about to head out for the night or just need something quick for lunch. The broth was consistently flavorful and noodles always had a good springy texture. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Ramen in separate seating spots where you don't have to worry about tipping - they do the order upfront and you print out, leave for your server and you don't really see anything other than hands delivering your food and you have hard fixed dividers between diners and hooks on the wall behind you - does remind me of a Tokyo Ramen shop with more people... US not ready for no staff upfront yet. The one in Times Square at least has the foldable wall so you can eat more shared with friends so that was more fun with a group of friends. One style of ramen with varying levels of spice. 1/2 (0.5) spicy is already a bit for me and 3 is already too hot for many 10 - I can't imagine. The pork didn't really have much flavor and was too lean. Water in the back wall you can get yourself. The matcha pudding was very heavy bitter on the matcha. More expensive general set with the ramen and would probably pass next time here. The board will have green and red seats so you can tell which ones are busy and not, similar to the parking lights, the lines here were not too bad at 12 and then by 12:30 when we were done, there was a line out the door on a Wednesday. read more

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This place deserves medals for how amazing this ramen is. The only reason I would go anywhere else for ramen is because this place is closed. The atmosphere is always great. The system they have for seating everyone is awesome and works perfectly. Everything is quick, no hassle and very convenient. I've been here more than 10 times since the first and they've never let me down once. The flavor is always the best. Perfectly the same. Highly recommend. If you see a line it's worth the wait. read more

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What an amazing experience. I loved the booth concept. If you eat here please read the description of the food you are going to eat you will find in front of you when you sit at your spot. Follow those instructions and dive deep in the experience. I loved it. The ramen!? The best I have ever eaten! It was worth the wait! I loved everything about this place. The ambiance, the service , the smooth atmosphere. I will get back there soon! read more

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An introvert's dream! If you're looking for ramen with minimal interaction from people and staff this Japanese chain is the place for you! The ramen is delicious a nice savory pork-filled broth that I recommend getting all the fixings for including the spice! Depending on what time if the day you go you may encounter a bit of a wait but the staff usually gives you a menu to fill out so when you are seated you can submit your order read more

I was in NYC and was craving ramen (pregnant woman cravings) I walked over to this Ichiran as it was the nearest spot and the fact it was crowded made me more excited. I do like they dont have alot of option but wish there was some spicy bombs I could have added. Overall the ramen broth was AMAZING! I would def go back to dine in! read more

We had heard a lot about this ramen spot in NYC and finally tried it after a show in the city. Since they don't take reservations, we went for a walk-in and waited about 20 minutes (8-10 people ahead of us) around 10:30 PM. It was snowing, so it honestly felt like the perfect night for hot ramen. The staff managed the line very well and were considerate about the freezing weather, letting people wait inside as space allowed. You order through a tablet first, then wait to be seated. We waited about 10 minutes for a table and another 15 minutes for the ramen. The Japanese-style booth seating was cozy and added to the experience. The ramen was flavorful and comforting. As a vegetarian, I wish there were more veggies (it only had mushrooms and scallions), but overall it was pretty good. My husband enjoyed it even more than I did. The portion size is perfect for one person. They also sell ready ramen kits to make at home, which we wanted to try, but it was too late to order one. There's no tipping -- you just pay for your order. It's a bit pricey (around $30), but overall a great spot, especially on a cold day. I'd definitely recommend it for both the ramen and the experience. read more

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Pretty decent ramen .. just a bit overpriced.. other than that love the private booth seating read more

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Ichiran is known for its' solo dining booth charm with barebones interaction, perfect for introverts. The ordering process is simple and quick. You just order at the front kiosk and then they give you your tickets and once you're seated you put the tickets down at your stall for the workers to get your order ready. Water is self serve and once you're done eating, you just get up and leave, no tip required! What stood out the most was the broth which was customizable in how much garlic you want, how rich/fatty you want it, saltiness, spice level, and whether you want cha shu and scallions. Customization is always a plus since everyone has their own preference and taste. The Tonkotsu ramen does not come with any other additional toppings for $23, but they have a recommended topping set that will run you about $30 total. The ramen is definitely on the pricey side and average for what you pay since it is so basic and you pay for every add on. The noodles were very average and more firm than I'd have liked even though I ordered soft noodles and the cha shu was tougher than I've had anywhere else, including both the cha shu that came in my order in addition to the extra side of cha shu I ordered. I enjoyed the concept, but having had authentic ramen throughout Japan, this certainly did not meet the high expectations and standards. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

This location is near 34th St-Herald Sq area but the street it's on didn't seem too busy. There was a short line outside that Sunday afternoon. We were called in to place our order on one of the 3 tablets, then placed on lines again (based on number in group, I think). This made the small entryway very cramped. The menu is pretty simple. Only one tonkotsu ramen but each bowl is still customizable - noodles' firmness (chose "firm" but will try "extra firm" next time bec they soften up in the broth), saltiness, spice level, toppings, extra items/toppings; also drinks and dessert. Each diner gets a printout of their specific order. I noted 3 curtain-covered aisles: middle=staff, other 2=customers; and a lighted seating chart which indicates seat availability. Once called, the staff member gave a short intro about Ichiran, then we went to our numbered counter/seat. Order forms available; press a button if needed. Coat hooks and water dispensers on opposite wall. Curtain opened up, my bowl was placed in front of me, curtain closed. Classic tonkotsu ramen $22 has scallions and 3 pork chashu slices. Added $7.50 for the same with recommended topping set: addtl scallions, mushrooms, seaweed, ramen egg (hard to peel so slice open and scoop). Pricier than ramens we've had but it's fine bec we made it less salty and actually able to enjoy the broth and the noodles weren't soggy. read more

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If you get a chance, you must try Ichiran here or at their Times Square location! One of the best ramen I ever had and such a cool experience. Luckily, the wait here wasn't too bad, maybe about 30 mins for dinner. You order at a kiosk when you enter and the host will seat you when it is your turn. I ordered the Classic Tonkotsu Ramen with the recommended topping set. The noodles were cooked to perfection and the broth was so rich and flavorful. Although a bit pricey (~$30pp), I would definitely come eat here again when I visit NY again! read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Classic Tonkotsu Ramen with Recommended Toppings Set - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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Solid ramen, but Japan sets the bar high Had Ichiran Midtown and enjoyed their ramen--flavorful, rich, and satisfying. That said, since I've had ramen in Japan, my expectations were really high, so it didn't fully blow me away. The ambiance is cozy and minimalist, with the classic individual booths that Ichiran is known for, making it a unique solo dining experience. Service is efficient and smooth, perfect if you just want a quick, focused ramen meal. A reliable spot for good ramen, especially if you haven't tried Ichiran in Japan yet. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - ICHIRAN ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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This place definitely lives up to the hype. When you walk in, you order on the screen and pay. Then you take your receipt and get seated, and give the server your receipt. The ramen comes out pretty quick and it is an interesting experience sitting in these individual booths. I came alone so it was pretty cool to be able to zone out everyone else and enjoy a nice bowl of ramen. read more

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2025: a pleasant experience this time from asian receptionist. Still great ramen! Restroom is a bit tight though. 2021: Celebrated my birthday here and I love the RAMEN!!! Customer service is good except for the receptionist(black) rude and looks like he doesn't want customer to come. read more

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Went to Ichiran in Japan, and couldn't resist coming to the one in NYC. Flavor tastes pretty much the same, delicious broth, and of course the signature booths for you to sit and dine in solitude. Service was quick and quiet! Cute experience and would definitely recommend to anyone. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Classic Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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This is a must stop whenever I'm in New York for some delicious quick ramen. I love the individual stalls you're in and the ordering process is quick and easy. read more

Finally got to try Ichiran in New York and the food was great. I loved being able to customize every part of the ramen with the order sheet and choose all the different options and toppings. The whole experience was smooth and fun. The line was smooth, kiosk ordering, private booth setup, and self-serve water station. It feels efficient and unique compared to a normal ramen spot. The ramen itself was delicious, rich broth, great noodle texture, and all the toppings came together really well. I added an extra egg on top of the recommended add on set, and ended up paying close to $40 for the set, which is the main reason for taking off one star. Great meal, but definitely on the expensive side for ramen. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Classic Tonkotsu Ramen + Recommended Toppings Set - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

I am so excited that I finally got to try ICHIRAN! I came around 4 on a Saturday, and was shocked to see as long as a line as I did outside the shop! There were maybe ~20 people in front of me, and it took about 20-25 minutes to get into the restaurant then order. I placed an order on the tablet when available (they have 3). They allow some personalization so I got increased salt and increased spice, everything else recommended. Then the order is printed out, the person working confirmed my order with me, and then we all stood in a huddle waiting for seating. It is cool to look at the lit up seating map to see what booths are available. Since I was a single person, it took less than 5 minutes to get seated. There's a ton of coat racks and tissues alongside the back wall. When I sat down, someone on the other side of the booth spoke to me to give me a brief rundown of how it works, I handed over my tickets, got water from the cooler behind me, and waited for my meal. After a few minutes my ramen was placed in front of me. It was delicious. The broth was so incredibly flavorful, and the modifications I got were perfect. I ordered dessert and was told that once I'm ready to place a small metal dish on the call button, which caused a song to play. Someone behind the booth took the dish. After a few minutes, the woman in the booth next to me asked if I ordered a pudding. Haha turns out they accidentally delivered it to her and she handed it to me. It was so good, the matcha flavoring was strong, and it was topped with a brown sugar tapioca(?) topping which was great. Overall delicious meal, and I would definitely eat here again. If you go with someone else, may be awkward to chat based on the booth set up, but the people around me managed. But definitely ideal for single diners and you'll get seated faster. read more

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Classic Tonkotsu Ramen + Recommended Toppings Set was $30.50. Pretty pricey ramen combo meal especially having to peel your own hard boiled egg. I suppose it's because there's no tipping so good prices increase instead. The pork chashu was good, the broth ok (I've had better) and ramen was "al dente" which I would prefer softer noodles. At least egg was perfectly cooked and the broth warmed it up. Service was good and quick! Front service was good and she made sure to take those waiting outside in right away to order. Ambiance was great. Counters to sit at to give those "table for 1" quick option for ramen. Coat hangers on the back, next to water coolers and Kleenex handy. Nice factor if just leaving when you're done. They have sensor to show you're done and left the table, so they clean up right away. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Classic Tonkotsu Ramen + Recommended Toppings Set $30.50 - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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I normally don't like waiting in line but we were dying to try it. Waited about an hour on a Saturday night around 7pm. The broth was good and the noodles were soft, highly recommend. Only thing is I wish the boiled egg wasn't overcooked bc it was so hard to peel lol. Ambience was so different I actually like it! Hooks to hang your jackets, dividers for each person (and you have the option to move the divider so you can talk to whoever you're w) read more

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My first time trying ichiran ramen.. and IT WASNT A LET DOWN! I came with the anticipation of a long wait since you're sitting in individual booths but luckily there was no wait for me and I walked right in! First you order at the front on a tablet, then you're given a booth number to sit at. Off the bat this is a great joint for more introverted consumers or people who can appreciate more privacy while eating. Food came fairly quickly, soup had a great deep umami flavor. Will be back here but I wouldn't wait in a line for it. read more

ICHIRAN Midtown - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Such a cool spot for ramen- super authentic and really fun! They have a few locations, and I've heard there's usually a line outside, but luckily every time I've gone, I've walked right in. When you enter, you order and pay on a tablet. The menu is simple, choose your broth, protein, and toppings, or go with the recommended set (which is what I usually do). After ordering, you're assigned to your own cubicle. I'm not sure if they have regular tables, but honestly, the cubicle setup is part of the fun. If you're with friends, they can open the partitions between them so you can sit together (but three people max I think). Then, the little window in front of you opens, and someone serves your ramen through it. You also get a cup for self-serve water. Once you're done, you can just get up and leave since you've already paid. Overall, the food is amazing, the experience is unique, and it's definitely worth checking out! read more

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Came here again on a Friday afternoon around 3pm (last time I had it was 4 yrs ago at the same store) Swung by, there was a short line to put use the kiosk at the front to select your food and pay. You'll get a ticket which then you line up to be seated. This line to get seated took a little longer especially for a Friday afternoon so it was about ~30mins of wait. Got it, gave them my ticket and they just make the food as you selected it when you pay. The seating layout is interesting especially for introverts since everyone is partitioned so you don't sit and have to entertain anyone you came with (or if you are here alone yourself). You don't see or interact the "servers" in the kitchen as well. If you need water iced or hot, you have a cup on your table and water machine behind your seat to help yourself. Food was served hot, cooked to your liking and soup was great. But for ~$20ish dollars for just the Basic tonkotsu (pork bone broth) ramen with some thin slices of chasu and some toppings (eggs etc are either paid toppings or you can buy the bundle for ~$30. This establishment also takes pride in no-tipping as well. read more

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