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    Izakaya Ajimi

    4.2 (164 reviews)
    ModerateIzakaya, Ramen
    Open 11:30 am - 10:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Ajimi Classic
    Kenny X.

    Ambiance, food and prices are great. Food came out really quickly as well. W Ramen spot on 86th.

    Kuro ramen
    Fuang C.

    Another hot day in search of a restaurant with AC. Although the AC wasn't as strong as we would've like, it was okay. They immediately served us nice cold cups of water. The ramen was pretty good. I ordered the Kuro and the flavor was pretty good. Not too overwhelming and noodles had a good chewiness. The cha siu is a little fatty and there aren't many toppings. We also ordered a chicken maki from their experimental menu. It was just okay. The chicken was very tough, felt overcooked and pounded very thin. The chicken wasn't very crispy either. Service was attentive and refilled our waters. Overall: ramen is pretty decent, portion size is typical, the appetizer might be a hit or miss.

    Pork Gyoza (Pan-Fried Dumplings): $7 ($7.62 with tax)
    Harris L.

    BLUF: OK; we've had better. We stopped by Izakaya Ajimi for a light and quick dinner. We ordered: - Ajimi Curry Ramen: $13.50 ($14.70 with tax). There was little curry flavor to the dish. - Pan-Fried Dumplings: $7 ($7.62 with tax). Unevenly prepared. One of the dumplings was completely charred on the bottom. The restaurant is a brightly lit space. There are two adequately maintained restrooms.

    mazamen, curry ramen
    Miranda L.

    price - $50 including tax and tip food - 2/5 service - 3/5 ambiance - 3/5 overall, the food was not up to my standards. i ordered the mazamen and the curry ramen. first off, the mazamen is a dry noodle where you have to mix it together. i was really looking forward to this dish because it was one of the ramens that didnt have a soup base. this ramen had a weird taste and i didnt like it at all. on the other hand, the curry ramen didnt taste like curry at all. im not sure if curry was even added tbh. the flavor was not there. the ramen tasted like plain packaged ramen noodles so theres nothing too special about that. i also ordered some fries and sausage skewers (not shown in picture) but they were also okay tbh. there wasnt anything special so you can really just find it at any other shop that sells it. the service was good tho! they were consistent with taking our orders and checking up on us but either than that, nothing really stood out. the ambiance was alright too. it was like your typical japanese restaurant so not too much there either. i came with high expectations since i saw that this restaurant was part of the "izakaya" restaurants but i left extremely disappointed in the food

    Anna D.

    Really sweet and efficient staff that spoke English and Mandarin. This is a cash only restaurant , and the interior is pretty spacious and open with lots of seating. It supposedly says sushi and ramen on the menu and there's a big space up from near the front that says experimental sushi bar but there's no sushi on the menu. I got the one tsukemen dish on the menu, which you can get less spicy ($14) I think. Overall the dish was a really decently portion with a hefty amount of noodles - I think the amount of butter and then the addition of truffle oil threw me off. There were a lot of textures and I think they could've done a little less. My cousin and his wife really enjoyed their ramen with broth and skewers, so I'd def come back and try those!

    Mazemen
    Vincent X.

    Consistently tasty and friendly restaurant with precovid-like prices (as of 2024). I have been here multiple times for multiple occasions, always leaving with a reason to come back. There are not that many places that make mazemen, and their spicy kick makes me hungry for more. The classic ramen broth had a distinct, refreshing chicken flavor that's worth a try. My only criticism is the portions, but it can be balanced out by getting one of their many appetizers. On that note, they are currently deploying an experimental appetizer menu, so I know what to look forward to on my next visit.

    Ramen Kuro
    Jennifer P.

    This has become one of my go to ramen places in brooklyn! Ramen is not bad but I wouldn't say it's the best but it does satisfy those ramen cravings! The staff is very patient and friendly. I love their salmon tartare and get it everytime! We went on a saturday afternoon and it was very slow so it was peaceful and quiet to eat our meal which I like so the ambiance is very calming. I would recommend this spot to my friends for sure!

    Pork Buns
    Tiffany V.

    I've visited over 5 times in the last year and the service is consistently great but ramen can be a bit inconsistent. Apps -- truffle fries and takoyaki always a must for us Ramen -- Deluxe, Miso, and Tantan all good options but we find the broth can be more diluted during some visits. Noodle texture and chasiu consitently good.

    Classic ramen - Very diluted broth
    Joyce L.

    I was craving ramen and didn't want to venture into Manhattan for it and saw this place had great reviews. I had my doubts but decided to go for it and I honestly wish I had listened to my gut instinct. We got the classic ramen and I knew I was in trouble when I saw how diluted the broth was. There was absolutely no flavor and only the noodle was good as it was super al dente. The pork was tough and way too fatty and had no flavor. I did enjoy the jammy egg which was cooked nicely. We got the pork and beef skewers and the beef was tough and hard the pork was OK but I really did not enjoy the sauce, it has an odd taste to it. The crunchy cheesy shrimp balls were OK, nice and crispy and good amount of cheese but nothing special. Service was fine and friendly. Overall a disappointing experience and would not come back again. Prices are very reasonable but the food just doesn't taste good.

    Ajimi Kuro Ramen
    Evelyn L.

    This is my new go to ramen spot! The pork, egg and broth were delicious. The broth was so flavorful. We also ordered their takoyaki, really good. The only con is that they are cash only.

    black pork skewers
    Kio C.

    Came in on a weekend night and was seated immediately. Think this spot is new but will definitely be crowded soon. Their black garlic ramen is pretty good. Will be back to try their deluxe ramen. I got the black pork skewer and it was delicious. Food here is great but price point is definitely on the higher end. I would still come back though as good ramen is hard to find these days. There's a full bar and pool table in the back. Vibes are nice and it's pretty inside. My only issue is that within 5 minutes of being seated -- I was approached 3x by the servers to ask if I can order yet. It wasn't packed at all and they weren't closing for another 1.5 hours so I didn't understand why they were rushing my table. Tip: They are CASH ONLY!!

    Ajimi Tantan

    Pretty solid ramen spot overall. My only gripe is that all the broths are chicken-based instead of pork bone. I tried the Deluxe and the Tantan -- the Deluxe stood out with its rich black garlic oil and extra slices of meat, super aromatic and satisfying. The Tantan, on the other hand, was a bit underwhelming -- the minced meat and mild flavor didn't deliver the kick I expected. The cheesy crunch shrimp and Ajimi buns were decent, but the fried rice had an odd aroma that threw me off a bit, though not terrible.

    Ramen and pork are both delicious.
    Vivian C.

    This is one of my favorite spot for ramen. The soup is rich in taste. I am an able to finish the whole bowl myself which includes ramen, egg, roast pork, bamboo and bowl of soup. High ceiling and open kitchen is a plus. Waitress is fast and always makes sure our water is full. She also gives good recommendations on what is the special today's. We have a great dinner tonight

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    The restaurant was nice inside, the ramen was delicious, the beer was cold, and the service was fast. Thanks.

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    Ask the Community - Izakaya Ajimi

    Is takeout available?

    Yes. Cash only.

    What Is the business hours?

    11:30am-10pm Mon-Sun

    Do they take reservations?

    Probably

    Does the restaurant serve sushi and sashimi yet?

    Not yet

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    I went to Tonchin Brooklyn for dinner on a Sunday night, and it was absolutely spectacular. I can…read morecompletely see why it's on the Michelin Guide. To start, I ordered their matcha lemonade, which was super refreshing with a well-balanced matcha flavor. We also had the cucumbers with onion dressing, and they were delicious -- the dressing paired perfectly with the crisp cucumbers. The fingerling potatoes were buttery and flavorful, and we also ordered the curry wings, which were very good. The curry flavor was subtle and paired really well with the parmesan cheese, giving them a savory depth without being overpowering. For my main, I had their steak ramen, which was a collaboration they were featuring at the time, and it's probably one of the best bowls of ramen I've ever had. The broth was incredibly flavorful, the steak was cooked perfectly, the egg was beautifully seasoned, and the shoestring potatoes added such a great crunch. I'm honestly going to be dreaming about that ramen. I'd highly recommend making a reservation. This place is absolutely worth it.

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    My family and I had the most amazing lunch here recently. We came on a weekday shortly after…read moreopening and were seated right away. My husband had the kaishin don, I had the Ozakaya donburi set and our girls shared the shoyu tonkatsu ramen. The fish was so incredibly fresh here and the rice was seasoned perfectly. My donburi set also came with dashi broth that the waitress later brought over to pour on top of the leftover rice in my bowl to be enjoyed at the end of the meal. The broth and rice combination was really comforting and satisfying. This dish was something I wanted to try in Japan but did not get a chance to experience when there, so I was excited to try it at Ozakaya. I was really pleasantly surprised by the ramen here as well. Although the pork could have been better/more tender, the broth was rich and seasoned so well and not too salty like other places. Last but not least, the service here was excellent and efficient. I would definitely come back here the next time I visit Brooklyn as there were many dishes on the menu I wanted to try!

    The sun was out, cherry blossoms were in full bloom, so we stopped by here after walking around the…read moreBrooklyn Botanic Garden, honestly perfect timing and vibes. This place is super popular and I get why. It was packed but the service was insanely quick and efficient, which I appreciated. We shared the chirashi (9/10) and a spicy tuna roll (7/10) and it was honestly more than enough food for both of us. The sashimi is chef's choice so you're getting whatever's freshest that day. Overall, the quality was excellent. A couple of pieces were a little on the flavorless side, but nothing that ruined the experience. I'd still give it a solid 9/10 and would definitely come back if I'm in the area again.

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    Small place. Good for 1-4 people MAX 10ish seats (5 small…read moretables) + 10ish bar seats (good if eating alone). Patio closed for weather Food: - dumpling good - Ramen: loved the paint it black (special). Point black was a 2 for 1 ramen. The horseradish added a nice twist. Then you get a yuzu sauce to use midway which changes the taste completely. The ramen was great and not overpowering. Perfectly sized. - extensive drink selection both alcohol and non alcohol Recommend if in the area

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