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Junpuu you are just what a ramen-loving, no-land animal eating lady needs! You satisfy all my cravings for soft noodles swimming in steaming broth with not one, not two, but THREE vegan ramen choices. Yay!! (They also have a cold vegan ramen) I waited until I tried all three of the warm vegan ramens to post this review. Each one has a different broth but all are topped with charred fresh vegetables that remain crisp yet melt in your mouth. Mmmmm! Love that they have eggplant and kambocha, simply brilliant! And the noodles are medium with a slight curl. They have great texture and a bouncy bite. But let's get to the broths. The first one I tried was the clear broth. It was light yet complex, fresh yet savory. The next one was the tan tan. It was creamy and nutty, rich but not gritty (like some tan tan ramens). The last one was the tomato broth, so unique and distinct. It was tangy yet sweet and aromatic. (note: they serve this with a shaker of Parmesan cheese to use as a topping, makes culinary sense, but I also don't consume dairy so passed on the topping). Now you're probably wondering which was my favorite. I don't have one. They are all different and delicious! No complaints. Only praise for three impeccably crafted dishes cooked with care. I adore that I can come back and eat whatever suits my flavor fancy. They also serve a vegan karaage. Crunchy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside but enough texture to make it feel 'meaty.' They do a great job with this dish serving it with a small salad tossed lightly with a goma-ish dressing. There is also a side sweet chili dipping sauce. I also am in love with their chips. Seems like a quirky item for a ramen menu but once you have it you realize how much sense it makes. Cut thin like air, the potatoes are cooked to golden perfection and sprinkled with Himalayan sea salt. It's a great crunchy starter before a bowl of warm sumptuous ramen and something other than your typical gyoza... Speaking of gyoza, they don't have a vegan option but my hubby tried it and always orders a side. They have options with cheese and garlic toppings too. Hubby has also tried their tonkatsu and shoyu ramen and slurped it ALL up. He was especially impressed with the shoyu ramen. All this deliciousness is enjoyed in an air-conditioned restaurant with an industrial steam-punk vibe. High and low tables accommodates seating for couples to groups. They also have a lovely lanai if you prefer eating outside. Street metered parking is easy to find, and they also have validated parking in the small lot. Junpuu is right across the Blaisdell Center so it is a great option if you're there for a fair, concert, or other event. The servers are courteous and efficient, and I give their playlist 5 plus stars. I usually find myself tapping my feet or humming along to the well-curated songs, classic and retro. If you are Gen-X you will totally understand! I came to Junpuu looking for a warm vegan ramen, I found three. And I'll keep coming back and rotating through their stellar selection of amazingly tasty noodle soups. Well, that and the karaage and chips. If you are vegan or vegetarian this is a MUST-try place. But you don't have to be to enjoy the bowls of culinary comfort that comes out of the kitchen of Junpuu.
Junpuu doesn't disappoint. It's a convenient stop before or after a visit from the Honolulu Museum of Art or the Blaisdell Center. The food is always delicious, the service is great and the desserts are always fun and sweet.
Junpuu is a Japanese style ramen restaurant on S King St, across from Neal Blaisdell concert hall. I've heard about this place and always wanted to go, so decided to treat myself to their ramen for dinner after a long work day. Their tantan men was fantastic (4.5/5) with rich, semi-thick, savory broth thats almost like a tonkotsu base. What really impressed me was the chicken karaage (5/5), as it really had a strong garlic flavor that melded well with the crispy batter and Himalayan salt topping. Overall, this place is a very authentic Japanrse ramen experience and I was very impressed with their food. Would 10/10 recommend and can't wait to go again soon.
Recent update. I think the eggs, pork, broth isn't as good anymore. The egg seems less marinated and not perfectly cooked. Egg was more runny rather than jammy and the white part seems slightly undercooked. It's like they just put the egg in the marinade within the last hour and took it out. It was mostly white and just the outer part has the marinade compared to last time where it really seeped in. It was inconsistent during my last 2 visit during the last 2 months. My last 5 star review was based on my multiple visits during the 1-2 years ago. The egg seems inconsistent, the broth isn't as flavorful/creamy anymore, and same with the pork. Noodles are sun noodles but it would be more tolerable if the toppings and broth can be done right. Also, there were flies/insect flying around which was bothersome. It's ok/decent ramen now or just maybe it was just today. I don't know what happened. It def dropped out of the top 3 ramen spot now unfortunately...
I want to be greedy and not share this spot, but it's just too good not to share! In my opinion, this is the best Ramen on the island. Food is delicious and they have vegetarian options. They are also pet friendly. It can be a little difficult with parking, cause it's just metered street parking. But that shouldn't stop you from trying out their delicious dishes.
Haven't been to Juupuu in a while, and my partner had never been before, so it felt like the perfect spot to bring him since he's a total noodle head. Also just found out they have parking in the back!!! Every other time I've come here I've been street parking, so that was a nice surprise. We ordered a few of my favorites: the spicy cheese gyoza and the tomato ramen with the special (egg and extra chashu). My other half went with the spicy tonkotsu with the special as well and added extra noodles. Everything came out hot and flavorful, and it definitely hit the spot. The spicy cheese gyoza is always a must for me...crispy, savory, with just the right kick. The tomato ramen is rich and comforting, and the extra chashu makes it even better. My partner really enjoyed the spicy tonkotsu too; the broth had a nice depth and the noodles were perfect. Service was great and the ambience is super chill. It's very low-key and simple, which is something I really appreciate, especially after a long day when you just want good food in a relaxed spot.
TL;DR Good, but not great, ramen. ----- I'm a little surprised by the current 4.5 rating for Junpuu. It's a solid ramen spot, but there is stark competition in the Honolulu ramen space, and I'm not sure if Junpuu is quite S-tier. I arrived on a Thursday afternoon for lunch and was able to find street parking right outside the entrance. There's validated parking for the building as well. I ordered the Potato Salad, Gyoza, and Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen, all of which were satisfactory but not standout. My only direct knock is that my ramen dish did not come with an ajitama by default; I had to order one ala carte. That's unfortunate. While the food was relatively good, I don't see myself returning to Junpuu when there are so many great other options nearby.
Hard to find based off the address, stay on the street and it is in the corner on the main road. The directions on here take you to a paid parking lot. The restaurant is small, but plenty of additional training outside. The menu is simple and the are quick to serve you. I took my food to go, not sure what the presentation would have been eating inside. Once back, the chicken was still crunchy and soup hot. The Karaage Chicken was a 5, it came with a small side of salt which it did not need. The Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen was a 4, very favorable but noodles could have been cooked longer and toppings were minimal. I will be going back and highly recommend stopping by and trying them out.
Small ramen plane located on King St with a choice of good noodles. Noodles came out hot,variety of spice levels 1 and 2 are the most popular noodles cooked perfectly. They have limited parking.Always crowded.
It's been nine years since my last review, but not nine years since I've last eaten here. I just did not realize my review was so old. The place still exists which speaks volumes. The pricing has definitely changed though. I always get the vegetarian tantan which was $10.50 nine years ago. It is now $18.95. It's still very flavorful for a vegetarian broth. It's almost hard to believe as it's very rich and hearty. I also love that they have actually added a real mix of vegetables such as kambucha, eggplant, spinach, bell pepper, zucchini and not just the standard cabbage, corn or bean sprouts like other places. I got spice level three which was just right. The mister got the regular tan tan with spice level five. He said any higher and it would not be doable lol. The kid had the miso and ate it all up. I love that this place still exists and we'll keep coming back.
6/11/26 1:00 pm Two other tables so not crowded Validated free parking Good COLD A/C perfect for slurping down some Hot Ramen Juicy Gyoza was okay Make sure to ask for Chili Oil if you like spicy Recommend their Tonkotsu Ramen w it's rich tasty broth, chewy curly noodles, crunchy menma (bamboo shoots), raw purple onion slices, green onions n fatty tender char siu... Next time I'll order extra meat Also added an Ajitama Egg w it's gooey yolk! Shout out to the all women crew who cooked n served us well = Tasty Ramen n Service w a Smile!
The food is good here! You have about 2-4 servers waiting on you. Free drink refills are a plus. The place is rather small so there's outside seating. It's fine but I'd rather sit inside. All in all I still very much like the place.
Excellent ramen! On an island full of ramen restaurants, Junpuu delivers. Their broths are all unique and delicious. The original chicken is a chicken soup like you've never dreamed of - not a paitan, but not a bland clear broth either. I honestly don't know how they married light and rich but I want more of it. The garlic tonkotsu is a great version of self. But then the miso ramen is so different - so much richer and chock full of umami. I also love that their noodles are the squiggly yellow ones and not the white thin ones (personal preference), and they have great chew. If that not enough, their gyoza are fresh, also unique, and delicious. We ordered the level 1 hot sauce on the side for an extra $1. Total was $75 after tip for three soups and gyozas and we had soup to take home. Service can be a bit slow, as they are busy, but very courteous and friendly, and food is worth the wait.
27 days ago
Came to Junpuu for lunch on a Sunday and found free street parking. We didn't have to wait for a table and were seated outside. For four of us, we shared the large garlic tonkotsu ramen, cold tantanmen, and garlic gyoza. This was more than enough food for us, as the noodle portion was very generous. The broth in the tonkotsu ramen was rich and flavorful. I loved the firm texture of the noodles. They were very generous with the amount of crunchy garlic on the gyoza, which I loved! Definitely a solid spot if you're craving ramen. Service was quick and friendly, and they made sure to clarify that the cold tantanmen was brothless to ensure we were getting what we wanted. read more
Junpuu you are just what a ramen-loving, no-land animal eating lady needs! You satisfy all my cravings for soft noodles swimming in steaming broth with not one, not two, but THREE vegan ramen choices. Yay!! (They also have a cold vegan ramen) I waited until I tried all three of the warm vegan ramens to post this review. Each one has a different broth but all are topped with charred fresh vegetables that remain crisp yet melt in your mouth. Mmmmm! Love that they have eggplant and kambocha, simply brilliant! And the noodles are medium with a slight curl. They have great texture and a bouncy bite. But let's get to the broths. The first one I tried was the clear broth. It was light yet complex, fresh yet savory. The next one was the tan tan. It was creamy and nutty, rich but not gritty (like some tan tan ramens). The last one was the tomato broth, so unique and distinct. It was tangy yet sweet and aromatic. (note: they serve this with a shaker of Parmesan cheese to use as a topping, makes culinary sense, but I also don't consume dairy so passed on the topping). Now you're probably wondering which was my favorite. I don't have one. They are all different and delicious! No complaints. Only praise for three impeccably crafted dishes cooked with care. I adore that I can come back and eat whatever suits my flavor fancy. They also serve a vegan karaage. Crunchy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside but enough texture to make it feel 'meaty.' They do a great job with this dish serving it with a small salad tossed lightly with a goma-ish dressing. There is also a side sweet chili dipping sauce. I also am in love with their chips. Seems like a quirky item for a ramen menu but once you have it you realize how much sense it makes. Cut thin like air, the potatoes are cooked to golden perfection and sprinkled with Himalayan sea salt. It's a great crunchy starter before a bowl of warm sumptuous ramen and something other than your typical gyoza... Speaking of gyoza, they don't have a vegan option but my hubby tried it and always orders a side. They have options with cheese and garlic toppings too. Hubby has also tried their tonkatsu and shoyu ramen and slurped it ALL up. He was especially impressed with the shoyu ramen. All this deliciousness is enjoyed in an air-conditioned restaurant with an industrial steam-punk vibe. High and low tables accommodates seating for couples to groups. They also have a lovely lanai if you prefer eating outside. Street metered parking is easy to find, and they also have validated parking in the small lot. Junpuu is right across the Blaisdell Center so it is a great option if you're there for a fair, concert, or other event. The servers are courteous and efficient, and I give their playlist 5 plus stars. I usually find myself tapping my feet or humming along to the well-curated songs, classic and retro. If you are Gen-X you will totally understand! I came to Junpuu looking for a warm vegan ramen, I found three. And I'll keep coming back and rotating through their stellar selection of amazingly tasty noodle soups. Well, that and the karaage and chips. If you are vegan or vegetarian this is a MUST-try place. But you don't have to be to enjoy the bowls of culinary comfort that comes out of the kitchen of Junpuu. read more
Junpuu doesn't disappoint. It's a convenient stop before or after a visit from the Honolulu Museum of Art or the Blaisdell Center. The food is always delicious, the service is great and the desserts are always fun and sweet. read more
Junpuu is a Japanese style ramen restaurant on S King St, across from Neal Blaisdell concert hall. I've heard about this place and always wanted to go, so decided to treat myself to their ramen for dinner after a long work day. Their tantan men was fantastic (4.5/5) with rich, semi-thick, savory broth thats almost like a tonkotsu base. What really impressed me was the chicken karaage (5/5), as it really had a strong garlic flavor that melded well with the crispy batter and Himalayan salt topping. Overall, this place is a very authentic Japanrse ramen experience and I was very impressed with their food. Would 10/10 recommend and can't wait to go again soon. read more
Recent update. I think the eggs, pork, broth isn't as good anymore. The egg seems less marinated and not perfectly cooked. Egg was more runny rather than jammy and the white part seems slightly undercooked. It's like they just put the egg in the marinade within the last hour and took it out. It was mostly white and just the outer part has the marinade compared to last time where it really seeped in. It was inconsistent during my last 2 visit during the last 2 months. My last 5 star review was based on my multiple visits during the 1-2 years ago. The egg seems inconsistent, the broth isn't as flavorful/creamy anymore, and same with the pork. Noodles are sun noodles but it would be more tolerable if the toppings and broth can be done right. Also, there were flies/insect flying around which was bothersome. It's ok/decent ramen now or just maybe it was just today. I don't know what happened. It def dropped out of the top 3 ramen spot now unfortunately... read more
3 months ago
I want to be greedy and not share this spot, but it's just too good not to share! In my opinion, this is the best Ramen on the island. Food is delicious and they have vegetarian options. They are also pet friendly. It can be a little difficult with parking, cause it's just metered street parking. But that shouldn't stop you from trying out their delicious dishes. read more
5 months ago
Haven't been to Juupuu in a while, and my partner had never been before, so it felt like the perfect spot to bring him since he's a total noodle head. Also just found out they have parking in the back!!! Every other time I've come here I've been street parking, so that was a nice surprise. We ordered a few of my favorites: the spicy cheese gyoza and the tomato ramen with the special (egg and extra chashu). My other half went with the spicy tonkotsu with the special as well and added extra noodles. Everything came out hot and flavorful, and it definitely hit the spot. The spicy cheese gyoza is always a must for me...crispy, savory, with just the right kick. The tomato ramen is rich and comforting, and the extra chashu makes it even better. My partner really enjoyed the spicy tonkotsu too; the broth had a nice depth and the noodles were perfect. Service was great and the ambience is super chill. It's very low-key and simple, which is something I really appreciate, especially after a long day when you just want good food in a relaxed spot. read more
TL;DR Good, but not great, ramen. ----- I'm a little surprised by the current 4.5 rating for Junpuu. It's a solid ramen spot, but there is stark competition in the Honolulu ramen space, and I'm not sure if Junpuu is quite S-tier. I arrived on a Thursday afternoon for lunch and was able to find street parking right outside the entrance. There's validated parking for the building as well. I ordered the Potato Salad, Gyoza, and Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen, all of which were satisfactory but not standout. My only direct knock is that my ramen dish did not come with an ajitama by default; I had to order one ala carte. That's unfortunate. While the food was relatively good, I don't see myself returning to Junpuu when there are so many great other options nearby. read more
Hard to find based off the address, stay on the street and it is in the corner on the main road. The directions on here take you to a paid parking lot. The restaurant is small, but plenty of additional training outside. The menu is simple and the are quick to serve you. I took my food to go, not sure what the presentation would have been eating inside. Once back, the chicken was still crunchy and soup hot. The Karaage Chicken was a 5, it came with a small side of salt which it did not need. The Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen was a 4, very favorable but noodles could have been cooked longer and toppings were minimal. I will be going back and highly recommend stopping by and trying them out. read more
It's been nine years since my last review, but not nine years since I've last eaten here. I just did not realize my review was so old. The place still exists which speaks volumes. The pricing has definitely changed though. I always get the vegetarian tantan which was $10.50 nine years ago. It is now $18.95. It's still very flavorful for a vegetarian broth. It's almost hard to believe as it's very rich and hearty. I also love that they have actually added a real mix of vegetables such as kambucha, eggplant, spinach, bell pepper, zucchini and not just the standard cabbage, corn or bean sprouts like other places. I got spice level three which was just right. The mister got the regular tan tan with spice level five. He said any higher and it would not be doable lol. The kid had the miso and ate it all up. I love that this place still exists and we'll keep coming back. read more
2 months ago
6/11/26 1:00 pm Two other tables so not crowded Validated free parking Good COLD A/C perfect for slurping down some Hot Ramen Juicy Gyoza was okay Make sure to ask for Chili Oil if you like spicy Recommend their Tonkotsu Ramen w it's rich tasty broth, chewy curly noodles, crunchy menma (bamboo shoots), raw purple onion slices, green onions n fatty tender char siu... Next time I'll order extra meat Also added an Ajitama Egg w it's gooey yolk! Shout out to the all women crew who cooked n served us well = Tasty Ramen n Service w a Smile! read more
The food is good here! You have about 2-4 servers waiting on you. Free drink refills are a plus. The place is rather small so there's outside seating. It's fine but I'd rather sit inside. All in all I still very much like the place. read more
Excellent ramen! On an island full of ramen restaurants, Junpuu delivers. Their broths are all unique and delicious. The original chicken is a chicken soup like you've never dreamed of - not a paitan, but not a bland clear broth either. I honestly don't know how they married light and rich but I want more of it. The garlic tonkotsu is a great version of self. But then the miso ramen is so different - so much richer and chock full of umami. I also love that their noodles are the squiggly yellow ones and not the white thin ones (personal preference), and they have great chew. If that not enough, their gyoza are fresh, also unique, and delicious. We ordered the level 1 hot sauce on the side for an extra $1. Total was $75 after tip for three soups and gyozas and we had soup to take home. Service can be a bit slow, as they are busy, but very courteous and friendly, and food is worth the wait. read more
Junpuu offers a variety of delicious ramen options. From the rich tonkotsu ramen to the lighter vegan tantanmen options. The potato chips are crispy and freshly made. We get the potato chips with no salt which is great. I would recommend Junpuu for some yummy ramen read more
Ramen views... Came here in then past with a friend who is vegan and she knew they had quite a few vegan choices and just needed a revisit since it's been awhile and what a difference this location has come to. Junpuu is located in the Medical Art Building a place of my childhood doctor that I came here on the regular which now is long gone along with many other places is now home to Junpuu. What's nice is that they have do have parking in the back access on Young Street and a direct access as well to the restaurant from the parking lot is nice. You need to check in with a staff and this tiny spot is very small in face all indoor seating was filled so I gladly took a table outside on the terrace which I do prefer as it's less cramp and gave more personal space and each table is a high to so your'e string on a stool but each table has a shelf for your personal items is very nice and convenient so that you're able to enjoy your meal with ease. The staff was nice as I chose a table she followed with water and menu and returned for my order which was "Yuzu Chicken Ramen" which was a nice and light soup though as a yuzu lover it was just the right refreshing flavor with noodles cooked just right. I also had to give their gyoza a try, an order of regular comes with 5 pieces and was one of the best cooked gyoza with the crispy pan-seared bottom it almost had the crispy crunch though I think they were quite cheap with the sauce as they had no condiments on the table it felt as if you're to enjoy it as is which I did and did enjoy the price as well. Thank you! read more
08/05/25 One sign says "Closed" the other is Open?! I asked the employee if Junpuu was Open? It appeared that the employee may not speak or understand English. I pointed to Closed sign on one entrance and then the Open sign on the back door entrance. He needed to go back into the kitchen to ask someone. The hours posted on the door states that Junpuu is open 11 am to 9 pm, on Tuesday. At first, I was hesitant to order with the conflicting signage. Long story short, they were open. I placed an order of gyoza to take out. I considered the takoyaki, however, I was informed that it's made somewhere else. There was a family having ramen. One child and one infant and parents and perhaps grandma. When the very hot and steaming ramen came out of the kitchen, the employee was carrying two bowls of the steaming hot ramen! One bowl in each hand. I prayed she was not going near the children. But she did! I was very concerned for the infant. Any sudden movement by the infant or grandma, could end in a serious burn event. The employee placed the ramen bowl to the right of grandma and to the immediate left of the infant! I wanted to say something, but I kept quiet as I did not want to startle the employee. Grateful that the little one did not reach out for the steaming hot bowl of ramen. Grateful that the grandma did not reach out her arm for the infant. While waiting for my take out order, another employee named Emi gave me my order. I then asked Emi, who spoke English well, why the conflicting signs on the doors. She informed me that they were considering closing the restaurant for cleaning. However, a family came inside the restaurant and placed an order, so Junpuu remained open. This is the family I observed with the infant and young child. Emi is a long time employee at Junpuu. She said she was not a manager. I spoke with Emi about what I had observed earlier. As a former server at a restaurant, I believed it was important to relay to management for training purposes. Emi was 100% understanding and she was concerned about the situation. Emi informed me that the server is very new and young. Emi will train the young employee about serving tables with young children. I was glad to hear that from Emi. General Service here 2/5 stars Emi's service: 5/5 stars Ambiance: small Ramen shop. Relaxed vibe. Clean tables. Colorful homemade wall signage. Menu is straightforward. See photos. Good air conditioning in the summer heat. Outdoor tables and seating are available here. One bathroom is available indoors. The 5 piece Gyoza was hot and fresh. Slight crisp to the outer edges and the sides of the wrapping. Filling was not oily and filled well. I was happy that it was not salty. The wrapper had a nice chew to it. Overall, 3.5/5 stars. Price: $6.95 Side note: The gyoza comes with a dipping sauce. I did not use the sauce. Validated parking is available in the Medical Arts Building, which is located at 1010 S. King St. Up to one hour validation at Junpuu. read more
2 months ago
Really yummy ramen and sides! Gotta get a whole quesadilla next time. Fast service and pretty cozy too! Will be perfect for pre musical dinners read more
Visit: Many Date: 9/14/25 Time: 2:00pm What they got right: Friendly service, quality food and BYOB. Also validated parking lot. I always enjoy the overhead music played. Areas for improvement: none at the moment Recommend? Yes! This place always delivers consistent, quality food. We enjoy their garlic gyoza as an appetizer. My favorite is the tantan men and the different spice levels you can try. My highest was 10 and I think that is also my limit. When I order it, I usually get it between a 6-8 spice level. Hubby likes to try different types. He enjoy tonkotsu. read more
5 months ago
If you're looking for a solid ramen spot, you should try Junpuu Ramen. If you go on a weekday evening, you'll probably luck out with no wait, which already feels like a win. Parking is also super easy (especially for town), so that's a big plus right away. Service is quick, and the menu has a good variety without being overwhelming. You can tell they really focus on their ramen. The ramen itself comes out piping hot and is super savory and flavorful. It's the kind of meal you'll want when you're feeling a little under the weather or just craving something cozy. It also makes for a really cute, casual date spot. Also worth noting--if you're gluten-free, they actually offer gluten-free ramen, which is pretty uncommon. It was so nice to finally be able to enjoy ramen again. There is an extra charge for it, but that's pretty typical for gluten-free options. Prices are reasonable overall, and bonus--you're close to some great dessert spots if you want to keep the night going. Overall, it's definitely worth checking out :) Yours truly, RARA Reviews read more
Haven't had a chance to try this place til now because we found out there's parking in the back. Always thought I had to find street parking so didn't bother to try it. The food is on par with legit ramen places and the highlight of the night was their gyoza. The food was really good overall. Service was excellent, would say tho is the only restaurant that offered us additional napkins, in which convinced me to get them the full 5 stars. The restaurant is fairly big because they utilized the lanai as dining as well. Would recommend sitting outside like we did, it's cool and feels pretty private with the dark lighting. read more
We've only ordered take out from here. The restaurant is very small. The garlic gyoza was weird to us we didn't think it would be a bunch of garlic pieces on top of it so we got the regular gyoza the 2nd time we went. I think I liked the takoyaki I can't remember but it was 5 pcs. The tonkotsu broth is really rich. Loved it both times. read more
11 months ago
What's Good On the Menu: The ramen lineup is strong: classics like Shoyu Ramen, Tonkotsu, and Miso are all there, done well, with options if you want garlic, spice, or extra char-siu. But what makes Junpuu stand out are the more adventurous bowls -- things like Tomato Ramen, Cold Tantan Men, and a full vegan / vegetarian selection. The broths are flavorful and rich but not overbearing, the noodles have just enough chew, and the toppings (bamboo shoots, seasonal greens, marinated egg, etc.) add good texture. Besides ramen, you've got solid sides: gyoza (including spicy and garlic versions), chicken or vegan "karaage", homemade potato chips, and a few refreshing salads. Portions are generous without feeling wasteful, and if you want more, there are large sizes or extra toppings. Parking & Access Parking here is... "okay, but plan ahead." You've got options: * There is street parking in front of Junpuu. Free after 6pm on weekdays (Monday-Saturday) and free all day on Sundays and holidays. * There's also a parking lot behind the building, which helps especially during busy hours. The lot is validated in some periods or made more accessible via Junpuu. * During peak lunch or dinner hours, though, street parking can be scarce. In those moments the back lot is a relief, but you might need to walk a little. Overall If you love ramen, this is a place worth carving out some time for. The food is flavorful, the menu has variety, including for those who prefer lighter or plant-based fare, and the vibe is casual and friendly. The parking is decent, not perfect, but manageable especially if you go a little before peak times or are okay walking a bit. Would recommend -- especially the Garlic Tonkotsu or the Tomato Ramen if you want something different. read more
My family and I have been here a few times before, but this is the first time I'm making a review. The staff here are so friendly and attentive. Not a lot of people will come around to give you extra napkins while you're eating, without you even asking, so I thought that was a nice gesture. Another awesome thing was they brought out a bowl for my toddler, with utensils. We were seated at the high tables and we couldn't believe it, they have a really tall high chair for the kids. So cool! Their ramen is really good and we love the portions! Today my Husband and I ordered the same thing, Garlic Tonkatsu Ramen and a side of gyoza. We loved it, my daughter enjoyed it. I was also surprised to see their soup stayed steaming warm until I finished it. I kept telling Hubby, look at the noodles, they're still hot. It was so yummy! They have seating available inside and outside of the restaurant. We'll be back when we're craving for ramen. We highly recommend this place. read more
6 months ago
I think I've already left a 5 star for this place but I just had to add this photo. Service is always great and the food comes out fast. Probably my favorite Ramen place. read more
Oh Junpuu! It's been a while! Almost ten years! The last time I went to Junpuu, it was still in the original Shirokiya, 2nd Floor food court, and the ramen was excellent! Kinda crazy to realize that Junpuu has been at the Medical Arts Building since the start of 2017. I've passed by it countless times seeing this place at the corner of South King and Victoria Street, right across Blaisdell Concert Hall and Thomas Square. There's metered street parking or the private lot in the back, entrance on Young St. I believe they validate. There are outdoor and indoor seating. The place isn't that big, but still comfortable. The menu has a variety of broths: miso, shoyu, tonkotsu, tomato, tantan, chicken, yuzu, and vegan options as well. You can customize the spice level, amount of noodles, toppings, and even offer gluten free noodles. There's also curry rice, pork cutlet sandwich, and even a char siu quesadilla. Plus awesome apps! Started with the Chicken Karaage. It comes with dipping pink sea sa salt, which is needed. Fried well to a nice crispy. The bigger pieces were tender and juicy, but the smaller ones were dry. Liked the addition of fried garlic! Gyoza was excellent. Big pieces and packed with tasty pork and cabbage filling, and pan fried well to a nice crisp and fully cooked, moist wrapper. Homemade Potato Chips were decent. They look like straight out of the bag chips, but taste much fresher. They were nicely seasoned. The oil might've been too high and the chips weren't fried evenly. It was a mix of dark to light colored chips with some a little too hard. We just soaked them in our ramen broth! We went with the Tantan Men - Extra Large size so we can share, and added the special ajitama and char siu combo plus x30 spice level. The regular topping for the tantan is minced pork, bamboo shoots, and spinach. Felt like we made the ultimate tan tan ramen! The broth was very good. Rich, savory, creamy, umami with a nice nuttiness from the sesame and nice spice level at x30. It goes up to x100, which I am curious to try! The noodles were well prepared to a nice texture and firmness. The minced pork was really good. Soft and flavorful. The char siu was awesome. Tender, meaty, and tasty. Ajitama was perfect with the gel-like yolk. Spinach was fresh and much needed to balance out the richness of everything else. Overall, this was an excellent experience. Ramen and the food were very good. Service was good. Food came out quick. Server was really friendly, informative, attentive, and welcoming. I'll be sure to come back sooner! The location is quite convenient. I pass by it enough times! read more
3 months ago
One of my top 5 favorite ramen shops on the island! Pretty much my go to since it's right in the middle of town, ample street parking, and quick in and out time. Ramen bowls are delicious. I love them all from Tan Tan to the Miso. But my favorite is to get the Garlic Tonkatsu. You can make any of them spicy. They have levels from 1 - 5. I do like Spicy on average, so I make mine a 2 in the regular. When I want a little extra spicy, a 3. Although their ramen bowls are great, their pupus are just as good. Any of the gyozas and takoyaki are regular staples for ramen pupus. Always good choices. The karaage is a great crunchy bite for flavorful chicken. They do serve it with more salt as well if needed. I personally like to do a little dip for some extra saltiness. Haha Do not knock the homemade potato chips. Those are freshly fried and just are so good to pick on during dinner. You would ask yourself why you would go to a ramen place to get potato chips, but once I had them, I never went back. But my all time favorite is the char siu quesadillas. So good. They serve it with XO/eel sauce (not actually sure what it is, but delicious) and sour cream. SO GOOD! I think the one reason I also keep coming back is the very quick service and consistency they always give. All the food is amazing and tastes the same every-time. Servers are on it on refills and around all the time when needed. Once food is ordered, it comes out and ready very quickly. I do wish the restaurant was bigger, but do like both inside and outside seating. Plus the quick service means a table is being opened fast. read more
Arrived at around 730p, no wait. Sat down and ordered. I got the spicy tonkatsu. We had the chicken karage and the spicy cheese gyoza for appetizer. The chicken was very mid- it has a salt seasoning to dip it was ok. The gyoza was also okay - not spicy. Or at least I didnt taste the spice. The spicy tonkatsu was also okay not bad. But could've been more flavorful. Nonetheless, I did finish it. The chashu was actually yummy. Don't really see the hype of this place, but not bad at all. Not too loud inside and they do give you a time limit to ensure everyone can be seated. read more
1 month ago
The Oxtail Ramen had a rich broth-- This was a WOW! Different from the other local restaurants that serve oxtail soup. If you love oxtail soup but want to try a different flavor texture - Junpuu is the best. BUT it's only available on Wednesdays. read more
The staff are so welcoming and attentive. The garlic gyoza was delicious! Loaded with fried garlic bits. I was a little disappointed with the yuzu chicken ramen. The yuzu flavor was barely detectable. Chicken was a little tough and dry. Wished it was a little more like Agu ramens used to be- full of yuzu koshou zestiness. We were thankful that they stay open after 2 pm unlike some other places. read more
service is fantastic, they are very very sweet and attentive. i really enjoyed the tomato ramen, it's like spaghetti in ramen form. i honestly think i'd like the vegan version more, but it was very solid and flavorful. my brother felt the garlic gyoza were not quite garlicky enough (lol) but the skin was delicious and thin, and the filling was juicy! overall great spot! read more
8 months ago
We stopped for lunch at our favorite Ramen shop, Junpuu located in the Medical Arts Building. We had the famous Tonkotsu Ramen, the Shoyu Ramen , Katsu Sandwich, and the equally famous Gyoza . Today we decided to sit outside which had an unobstructed view of the Christmas lights in Thomas Square. Our server was attentive and friendly, she did a great job. Wonderful food great service and a casual atmosphere. read more
Surprised by all the yummy vegan options! Chikin karaage, 3 types of noodles! Water in real cups and not disposable ones! Cool and quiet inside. Very fast and friendly service. Park in the medical arts bldg. They validate read more
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9 months ago
The gluten free noodles here are really good! They have a great texture and aren't even a bit mushy even towards the end of the meal. The egg is excellent! It is the most flavorful, rich, marinated egg that I've ever had. I would eat a whole bowl of it. What makes me question a 4 star status for this restaurant is the broth. I can't tell if it's the broth or the spicy seasoning that I don't quite enjoy. I have a feeling it was the seasoning, it tasted a salty with a msg-like aftertaste. I ordered the chicken ramen with level 3 spice. I wish that the ramen came with some extra toppings, it currently comes with bamboo and onions. The bamboo was a bit on the chewy side and the onions I could do without. Our server was attentive and kind and the restaurant is very nicely cooled inside. There are a few tables outside as well which we preferred. I would come back to try the ramen minus the spicy seasoning. read more
8 months ago
Wait time was reasonable considering that we were a party of 10. Indoor and outdoor dining spaces, not too huge, but that's fine. It's comfortable :) Food came in hot. I personally liked the tonkotsu broth and the chashu was easy to eat. Chips were yummy and a hit with everyone on the table. Our server was friendly, and my stomach is warm and full. Would come again. Thank you! read more
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1010 S King St
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Do I need to make a reservation?
I've never had to yet though they do get busy when there's an event at the Blaisdell Concert Hall and Arena. Sometimes you may have to stand in line and wait.
Are there any gluten free options or dishes that CAN be made gluten free?
We can make Tan tan men and tomato ramen both regular and veggie GF. Also We can make Shoyu ramen GF without Cha-shiu. thank you!!
Do they use MSG in their broth?
yes we do but we can take it out. Please ask when you order. thank you!!
Are there any of the broth's vegan?
Both Vegetarian ramen is vegan. No animal or seafood products.
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