5.0 / 5.0 A "Jiro-style" Ramen Known Only to Insiders. Available as a secret menu item at Ippudo, KURO-OBI is an irresistible treat for any ramen enthusiast. The rich combination of garlic and pork back fat pairs perfectly with the noodles, creating a delicious bowl that is simply impossible to stop eating. You can choose your Noodle Portion from Small (120g), Regular (200g), Large (300g), or Extra Large (500g* +$3). For the Fat Level, you can select from None, Less, Regular, Mashi (Extra), or Mashi Mashi (Ultra). Similarly, the Vegetable Portion can be customized to None, Less, Regular, Mashi (Extra), or Mashi Mashi (Ultra). It's also great that you can personally adjust the amount of garlic and spiciness to your liking after your order arrives! The interior is spacious, featuring both table seating and counter seats. The restrooms are also clean. The staff members are also very kind and thoughtful. Just be careful--there is a slight step right at the entrance! read more

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Cuisine: 8 Service: 7 Decor: 7 Value: 3 Overall: 6 I still prefer the original location, but it's nice to have a decent ramen option in the Times Square area. This branch doesn't have the lines of the original, so not a bad choice when seeking ramen in this neighborhood. I typically get their Shiromaru Motoaji or Akamaru Shinaji, which are both delicious. However, at $22 and $23 respectively now, it is quite pricey. With that said, I recently tried the Nirvana Karaka, which had a mushroom broth that was full of flavor and tofu chashu. Unfortunately, the $28 price tag is insane. Anyway, I wouldn't choose to come here when there are similar quality ramen shops nowadays for less. However, it does give me a quick option when trying to catch a Broadway show nearby. read more

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Surprised that I was able to get a table for 4 on a Friday night, but it did get busy throughout the night. I ordered the Miso Ramen, but felt that the broth was a little too heavy for me. This location has the option of ordering extra noodles after you finish your first portion, just make sure to save the broth. I will say that their seating arrangements are pretty cramped and it was very warm in there. Otherwise I have no other complaints. read more

Still my favorite ramen- tried the seasonal special, sukiyaki ramen-- delicious! They could not add garlic oil but gave me some minced fresh garlic. Karaage crispy and impressive! Dumplings very very overcooked/bland, so very disappointing. Felt reheated. read more

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Went during lunch - ordered a sesame ramen which was good but I wish it had more meat in the serving! They did provide additional free noodles which I believe may be for a limited time (not sure). I would like to try a rice dish next time and some appetizers. They also gave complimentary gelato which was really nice! read more

IPPUDO Westside - Sesame ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Whenever my sister comes to visit she DEMANDS we go here. This place has to be one of the best ramen spots I've been to. The ramen is unparalleled. Food came out quickly and seamlessly (even though my table had a couple dietary restrictions)! They were very accommodating. Definitely try the shishito peppers - they serve them with a delicious garlic powder and lemon slice. Fun datey vibe in there but great for any outing really. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Karaka Spicy - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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The ambiance and ramen was great! I ordered the Akamaru Shinaji. It was not as spicy as expected and the broth was very soothing and with just the right amount of spice. What's cool is that they also had a promotion of free extra noodles till April 15th. I would come back to try out their other ramen dishes. If you're in the area, I'd recommend trying them out especially with the free extra noodles till April 15th! read more

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Went here solo when I was needing a soup to soothe my throat, service was so quick and efficient and the soup came out so quickly! I love the broth and thin ramen noodles. The ramen counter is a nice touch as it's the first area and then there's a second area for table seating portion. Definitely will be back as this is so close to my work and a great cold day pick me up. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Akamaru Shinaji ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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Interior is date night vibes! Staff was very friendly answered our questions on top of quick service! I would skip the goma-q personally only because I think you could make it at home but the pork buns were 10/10. The ramen was so flavorful and rich. Sometimes ramen broth can be too heavy but this one was light and meaty! To top it all off the server asked if I wanted extra noodles and I of course got extra noodles free of charge!! read more

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I love the decor and ambiance of this place and the friendly staff! Ramen was creamy and the broth was delicious. I appreciate that they listed the vegetarian ramens separately on the menu to make it easier to navigate. I'd definitely eat here again. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Nirvana Classic - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Thankful this place was open until midnight on Saturday because I was hungry and looking for some comfort food after checking into my hotel in the theater district. The waitress recommended one of their three top OG ramens and I am glad I went with her Rec. I got the Akamaru Shinaji ramen an added an extra egg on top. While the bowl is huge the portion is just right. The broth is deep with umami with that added garlic oil that comes with it. If I had more room in my stomach I would have liked to try one of the Buns or the gyoza but as it was 11:30 p.m. at night I didn't want to overdo it but I could not pass up the cucumbers called Goma Q! So glad I ordered those and I highly recommend those. The hostess and waitresses were so sweet and patient with me. I had trouble getting to the menu and scanned three different QR code cubes none of which worked on my phone but they had an iPad with the menu pulled up that I could read through and place my order through them. The restaurant is clean sparsely decorated but perfect for the theme. read more

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Ippudo has been around a while now and the wear is starting to show a bit on the furniture. HOWEVER, their ramen is still phenomenal. On a vegan kick, I hugely enjoyed their Nirvana classic with meaty fried enoki mushroom tempura - warmed me right up on a cold day and we didn't feel rushed at all catching up in this cozy, classic spot, read more

We hit Ippudo West Side in Hell's Kitchen on a Sunday night and got sat right away. Started with pork buns, edamame, and cucumbers, and honestly the pork buns alone made the trip worth it. For mains we both went Shiromaru Classic. The broth was clean and rich, the kind that keeps pulling you back into the bowl. When we ran out of noodles and still had plenty of broth, we added an extra order of noodles (Kaedame) and finished every last bit. It's loud, in a good New York way. Steady turnover, a mix of people, not the place for a quiet heart-to-heart, but perfect if you like a room with some life in it. Staff were sharp and friendly. Water glasses never sat empty, timing was right, and nobody hovered. I was with my soulmate and we both walked out happy. I would absolutely go back, especially on a cold night when ramen solves everything. If you're in the area, go. They have other locations, but this West Side visit was a hit. read more

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I stopped by during lunch hours with a friend and luckily it wasn't too busy so we didn't have to wait to be seated. There was table seating as well as bar counter type eating. Menus were available on the table by scanning the QR code on a wooden block. I got the Nirvana classic vegetarian ramen because I wanted to try something new and my friend got their miso ramen. A nearby table ordered their kuro-obi which came out as a humongous bowl of ramen with a mountain of toppings. We didn't have to wait too long for our orders to come out. I really loved the Nirvana ramen's soup. Who knew mushroom broth and soy milk would pair for well together. The flavor was very milky almost like a bone broth. There was a small bite of fried enoki mushrooms, micro greens and carrots. The soup was so tasty that I wanted to drink the whole bowl. I also got to sample a bit of the miso ramen and there was a clear layer of oil on top which didn't quite mix with the soup. The pork slices they gave were like thin slices of ham instead of the typical thicker roast pork slices that usually come with tonkotsu ramen. Bathroom seemed a bit aged, there was a sewer pipe cover inside the woman's bathroom so it kind of smelled like sewage inside the bathroom. I liked that they had toilet seat covers though. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Miso ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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I got the yuzu shoyu - loved the noodle texture and the broth was yummy but i wish the yuzu taste was more prominent. The chicken karaage was delicious - perfectly crispy outside and juicy on the inside. Service was fast and friendly! There are lots of seating options inside - you can sit at the bar or at a table. read more

IPPUDO Westside - yuzu shoyu - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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I came in for lunch and was served very quickly. I got the Akamaru Shinaji (pork tonkotsu broth, thin noodles, pork chashu, scallions, bamboo shoots, garlic oil, and Ippudo's umami paste). The broth was good for the first few sips, but tasted more salty toward the end (1 star off). I'm not sure if I tasted the garlic oil or umami paste. With the hot broth, I had expected all the contents to be hot as well, but the bamboo shoots were actually cold (1 star off); it seemed like they were added straight from the frige as an after-thought and not incorporated into the hot broth. I had to stir the bamboo shoots into the broth and let them warm up a bit. The noodles were cooked al dente, but didn't taste fresh (1 star off). Generally, I am used to having a few more toppings, but the ramen here was only topped with pork chashu and scallions (and cold bamboo shoots). Look at my photo. The bowl of ramen just looked sad. With many stellar ramen places, I am surprised Ippudo is still in business. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

I AM A SUCKER FOR IPPUDO! Wait! What? You're not! Get your buns over here! This is the best place for a bowl of ramen AND pork rice bowls called Don Buri... YUM YUM YUM YUM YUM!!!! There are 3 things I ALWAYS have to get: Tonkatsu Ramen, Pork Belly Don Buri & Asahi Draft Beeru! Not to mention this place has a cute decor... I feel like im in Japan in a cute Izakaya joint with Japanese men all smoking their lungs out leaving the place smelling of a good time! OK OK OK, maybe not the Japanese men all smoking.. But you get the point... read more

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My favorite ramen place. Great for families and friends! Cute date spot as well. The service is good. I came here once with a friend and got the sake flight and it was good! I also came here alone and literally in love with their ramen. You can also personalize and add on toppings! The chili sauce is soo good. I always get it on the side! read more

IPPUDO Westside - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

When being seated, we were told "Menu is at the top of the cube". After scanning the QR code and checking it out, a server came with an iPad so we could see the menu on a larger screen. The other three ordered ramen while I chose the shrimp tempura roll. Well, they didn't have that yet so I had to settle for a fried chicken rice bowl (I didn't want hot soup ramen on a hot summer day). My rice bowl had a layer of shredded veggies with a dressing topped with the karaage which was dark meat. Some pieces were drier on the outer edge but ok. Everyone enjoyed their meal. I did try the miso sauce but didn't like the taste while my friend really liked it. She said it was a vegetarian sauce but tasted meaty. It tasty spicy and beany to me. You can order extra noodles if you have a big appetite. read more

Wow I love ramen and I loved Ippudo. We were sat at the giant central bar which felt really cozy and community-oriented instead of individual tables. I got the Nirvana Classic ramen, a vegetarian ramen with a mushroom and Japanese soy milk base. It was fantastic, and the portion was pretty hefty. The fried enoki mushroom tempura was also delicious. Comparing it to my reliable favorite Jinya Ramen, it was a totally different flavor for the vegetarian ramen but still comforting and satisfying - overall, would definitely come back to Ippudo. read more

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Ippudo Westside was such a great find! It's cozy, cute, and surprisingly no long wait, which is rare for a ramen spot in NYC. The ramen itself was so yummy, and all the veggie options were incredible. The broths were rich and flavorful, the noodles had the perfect chew, and the toppings were super fresh. I got the spicy miso ramen and loved it! Service was quick and friendly, and the whole place has an easy, warm vibe that makes you want to linger. Overall, such a satisfying meal! I'd definitely come back! read more

IPPUDO Westside - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Tried Ippudo in Paris and it was a little better than this location. Was good just not as good. Fast service no complaints read more

IPPUDO Westside - Karaka Spicy w chicken - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Ippudo is my go-to for NYC ramen. This location is right by the theater district and has bar seating that's perfect for getting in and out for a Saturday matinee. The service is attentive, and the menu continuously changes, while keeping around the classics like miso and shoyu ramen. You cannot go wrong with the yuzu gimlet. The dragon tantan was available on my lost recent visit. Highlighted by a sesame seed broth, it was rich, silken, and heavenly. The soft pork was an umami-forward accent with flawless texture. I'd bring anyone I knew here. read more

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Ippudo is truly a Ramen institution in NYC. The food, service and satisfaction is consistent and it's a well run restaurant. I really enjoyed their spicy miso & nirvana ramen. Portions are plenty & the sake options are also great to pair. The ambiance is alright. Overall a solid spot for your next Ramen craving. read more

I came here for a late dinner and, looking for a little peace and quiet, was seated at the bar rather than the lively main dining room. I started off with a delicious pork bun and for my main, I ordered a bowl of kuro-obi ramen. I was quite hungry on this evening and ordered the large 300g noodle portion, "mashi" fat and "mashi" vegetables, with mashi meaning extra in Japanese. The ramen essentially ended up being an all you can eat bowl of ramen and despite being hungry, I couldn't quite finish it. I hadn't eaten an essentially AYCE bowl of ramen before but with the same flavors over and over, that may not have been a great idea. I'll probably try a different ramen next time around, but I'll still recommend this place. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Ippudo Pork Bun - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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I was pleasantly surprised with my experience at this location because of the mixed reviews. My friend and I had reservations for 1:30pm on a Monday & we arrived early and were seated right away. I think the best time to come without waiting or making a reservation is from Monday-Wednesday after the lunch rush. We started off with their appetizer & ordered the oishii Kara-age. I thought the chicken was fried to perfection with a nice crunch on the outside. Flavored wise it could've used more seasoning but the caramelized lemon did add some acidity to the dish. Then the main course came out. I got the Karaka spicy and my friend ordered the Dragon Tantan. My soup came out scorching hot. The broth was rich, creamy & very porky. The noodles were a little soft for my liking but it was still good. The chashu was tendered and melt in your mouth. The egg was marinated to perfection and the yolk was runny. My friend broth was on the lighter side but still had a lot of depth to it. A hint of sesame was just right for this dish. The meat was tendered and the noodles were fine. I wasn't a fan on the concept of the staff seating us with folks we didn't know but it also gave us a chance to chit chat on our dishes we've ordered. Was it worth $27 for a bowl of ramen? No, but it was a solid meal nonetheless. What's crazy is that none of the ramen dishes came with an egg & we had to order it separately, so it definitely added up. Ippudo and Ichiran compared to one another is just about the same. The only difference is Ippudo has a full menu. Overall, the service was swift and friendly and the food was solid. Will I come back? Yes. read more

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Nice noodle place close to Central Park. The service was top-notch, and the food was excellent. I recommend this place for nice Japanese food. There are a couple of different locations. I think we tried all of them in Manhattan. We had ramen, rice dish, and sticky dumplings, all of which were very tasty and filling. We will return if we are in the area again. read more

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Such a great happy hour with strong lychee martinis! It ends kind of early so you need to go kind of quickly. Service can kind of be a bit slow which is annoying as you try to make the most of the happy hour. All ramen options have been pretty good, the dumplings are also great and there's enough to share with another person! Would recommend-option to sit in high tops too at the bar. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Lychee martini - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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I come by here after every Broadway show I see! They're quick to seat and serve and always have such friendly service. I get their miso ramen with kaedama almost every time and it's so flavorful and delicious. It has lots of corn, onions, and pork chashu. Be sure to also get the cucumber and karaage appetizers. The cucumbers are so fresh and light but well seasoned. The karaage is always hot and crispy but tender and juicy inside. The vibes inside are sleek and immaculate. Come stop by when you're around the Theater District. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Miso ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

The best Ramen you could ever eat. Not even exaggerating. There may be a wait, so plan ahead. Been to two out of the three locations and there's no difference. Get the pork buns too! read more

The ambiance is nice and one of the great aspects is that it is opened late. The portions are just enough to feel full and the textures of the noodles are well cooked. The dragon tantan was delicious and had a light kick of spiciness to it which was very enjoyable. my friend had the karaka spicy and found it also delicious. The broths are nice and hearty for a rainy day that was in that day. another great option is this place if you are seeing an off broadway show at the new world stages on the street over. The service was really fast, we got seated fairly quickly at the large center high top bar type area. Once we placed the orders, they came out fairly quickly. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Karaka Spicy - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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Ippudo never lets me down when I want ramen. I like this place for many reasons, my top one being that you could come here over and over again and still find something new to try. They have so many different types of ramen, with something to satisfy everyone in your party. One of my bffs doesn't eat pork, which makes finding good ramen with rich broth that's not pork based a challenge, but Ippudo rises to it. For the vegetarians out there, there's an entire vegetarian menu. This time around I went with the AKAMARU and added an egg. I could seriously swim in this broth its so good, and the pork they include is incredibly tender without being too fatty. I opted for wavy ramen noodles for this instead of their traditional straight noodles because I just prefer that texture more, which they were willing to accommodate. I was really tempted to Kaedama and get some extra noodles, but decided to just drink the broth because it was so good on its own. If you love ramen and you're in the area, definitely a place to visit. read more

Cannot go wrong here! Came here starving with a group so we had to wait about 30 min which isn't bad in NYC I guess. Place inside was PACKED and you would have never thought it's around 930p at night, when the dinner rush should be dwindling down - I guess not here. Food was ah-mazing. Lots of flavor bombs in the bowl. Everything we tried was delish. I don't know why I only took a few pictures. Perhaps because I was just so engrossed in indulging? Anyways, I'd recommend this place for anyone who wants to enjoy ramen during cold weather. Come hungry though because the ramen is very filling!! read more

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Omg!! I LOVED this place. The wait can be kind of annoying but it's SO worth it. Food was delicious and their customer service was even better! So happy we found it! Don't forget to order the cucumbers from the apps! Definitely a good date night spot as well! read more

IPPUDO Westside - Cucumber appetizer - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Service: 4.6/5 Food: 4.1/5 Came here ~40 minutes before closing, so grateful they still took us in. Nice ambiance, quiet enough to feel intimacy, but not so much that you feel like you're trapped in a library. Nice bathrooms, tucked behind a curtain near the exit. A more focused menu, which is good for when you need to make a quick decision. What I Ordered: - shiromaru motoaji: their most basic ramen, I think. not too salty, decent meat, springy noodles. very fresh scallion flavor read more

IPPUDO Westside - Shiromaru Motoaji - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Holy cats this was the best ramen I've ever had. It was absolutely mind blowingly good. I didn't even end up putting the spices on the side with it because the broth was so flavorful and delicious. I would 100% eat again when in NYC. This place is a good spot if you are looking for a nice dinner before a broadway show. It is popular and you may need to wait, but the service is fairly quick. Also ordered the cucumbers and some pork buns. Loved the cucumbers, but probably would pass on the pork buns. They were good, but not as memorable. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Nirvana Karaka - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

My girlfriend took me to her favorite spot after we left the circus, and I've gotta be real I wasn't impressed . I've had better ramen elsewhere. The presentation was on point and the broth was solid, but the meat tasted like thick deli ham, and the chicken was burnt on the outside yet somehow still undercooked. I couldn't finish it. They didn't offer to replace it, just took it away. The only thing I enjoyed was the pork bun. The service felt rushed probably because it was packed and we waited about 30 minutes just to be seated at the bar, even though we asked for a table. Overall, the atmosphere felt chaotic and rushed. Oh well one and done for me. read more

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I haven't had Ippudo in forever so this was such a treat! I remember coming here maybe 8+ years ago and the lines were out the door and you had to wait for more than hour. For a party of 2, we were able to get bar seating on a weekday night immediately with no wait which was great. - Takoyaki - I never have had a good experience eating takoyaki in the states yet so I really don't know why I keep giving it a chance. Either way, this takoyaki was pretty okay with one small octopus bite in each takoyaki. Otherwise, most of it was some sort of flour mixture. - Akamaru Shinaji - This ramen was fantastic, with the Ippudo flavor I remember. I loved the al dente noodles, and the amount of pickled bamboo shoots they gave you was great too. The chasu was also incredibly tender without a large meaty flavor. The only thing I wish they had in the dish was a soft-boiled egg. Overall great ramen place even though the prices were pretty high, although I feel like this is the standard now, unfortunately. I will say that my friend got the Yuzu Shoyu and the broth was pretty confusing and not great. I would not recommend getting that dish. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Akamaru Shinaji - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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This is a great place to have a pre-broadway show dinner. Everything in the ramen was fantastic. The mushroom-based broth in the Nirvana Classic is earthy and flavorful, especially because of the garlic oil. The toppings of sprouts, fried enoki, carrots, and tofu complemented the broth well. I got the spicy sauce as well, which added both heat and flavor. The lemon sour drink largely tasted of the soda - it was alright and maybe not worth the price. They have bar seating in addition to tables, both of which filled up quickly around 6:30/7pm. All the servers were helpful and I received my food very quickly. read more

Solid ramen spot. Pretty ample seating inside. Had the Akamaru Shinaji and the broth was very good. Also paired well with beer. recommend this if you're craving ramen! read more