Great Ramen! I love a thick and creamy broth, and the spicy Tonkotsu didn't disappoint. I'll admit, the spiciness did take away a little from the rich, warm taste. My husband got the normal one and that broth seemed a little thicker/richer than mine. But you really can't go wrong with either! Totally recommend coming here. You walk in, order at the kiosk, take a number and have a seat. Enjoy! read more

Kami Ramen - Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen. Very yummy-but spicy! - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I was so upset to know my husband went to Kami without me while I took our toddler to speech therapy. My heart was broken until I came home and found that he brought me back gyoza. It was so delicious. They have truly the best gyoza and can give any other gyoza a real run for their money. I love the crispy bits that are like icing on the top. And the sauce? Heavenly. It's got such a delicate ness to it, it's runny and light but so umami with a little zing of garlic. I don't know if I can ever be too full for more of these gyoza they're too flavorful. read more

Kami Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

The best ramen I have found in the Anchorage area hands down! It's a very small dining area so I would suggest an early dinner (4pm) for relaxed seating and shorter wait. The tonkotsu was great and very flavorful. We tried the dumplings and they were delicious but not necessarily a show stopper like the ramen. My husband tried the katsu and curry and wasn't very impressed. Overall will be back many times!! read more

Kami Ramen - Tonkotsu with pork belly, Chicken Katsu with House Curry Sauce, and Dumplings - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Great food!!! You definitely want to get there early because it fills up FAST. I was a little thrown off by the ordering process since I'm sort of a novice ramen person, but they have great wait staff there to answer questions as well since you're using a kiosk to order from. read more

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The spicy tonkotsu ramen is yummy delicious! Stay off the spicy version if you can't take heat. The pork slice hits the spot with its slight char. The fried squid was yummy too. I would prefer slightly puffier batter but this works too. read more

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Best place for an authentic Ramen in the city. The price was very reasonable. It's crowded but wait time was short.

Since being in town, I've tried two other ramen spots and by far, Kami Ramen is my favorite so far. The place was pretty packed when I arrived, which is always a good sign, but I only waited about 15 minutes to get a seat. Totally worth it. I also really appreciated the ordering process. You place your order at a kiosk when you walk in, which keeps everything moving smoothly especially during busy times. It's easy to browse the menu, customize your meal, and pay upfront without feeling rushed. I ordered the tonkotsu ramen and a side of masago mayo French fries, and both were outstanding. The tonkotsu broth was rich, creamy, and full of deep, slow-simmered flavor. It had that perfect savory depth without being too heavy. The noodles were cooked just right with a nice bite, and the toppings tied everything together into a comforting, satisfying bowl. The masago mayo fries were such a fun addition. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and topped with a creamy masago mayo that added a slightly briny pop of flavor. They were indulgent in the best way and paired surprisingly well with the ramen. One of my favorite parts of the experience was watching the staff prepare the soups in the open kitchen while I enjoyed my meal. There's something so satisfying about seeing the care and attention that goes into each bowl from ladling the broth to carefully assembling the toppings. It made the whole experience feel even more authentic and enjoyable. Between the efficient kiosk ordering, the lively atmosphere, and hands-down the best ramen I've had in Anchorage so far, Kami Ramen definitely earns the top spot on my list. I'll absolutely be back. read more

Kami Ramen - Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Good ramen place in Spenard. Nice atmosphere for dining with a bar and tables, like you're at a ramen place in Japan. However it feels very cramped if there are several people waiting for a table (which was my experience both times I came here) since there is basically no standing room. The parking lot is also very small, so when I met a friend here he had to park on a side street since the lot was full. Last time I spent more time waiting for a table than my food. I had the spicy tonkotsu ramen with corn which was enjoyable. The pork chasu was on the leaner side, like a pork chop in texture, which I didn't love. The broth and noodles were better. I like the option to add different toppings to ramen. The specialty drinks menu makes this place stand out from similar restaurants in town. I ordered the lychee green tea with rainbow jelly which was just sweet enough. Considering how busy this place is, I definitely recommend making a reservation. read more

Kami Ramen - Lychee green tea with rainbow jelly and spicy tonkotsu ramen with corn - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Food is always delicious. Homestyle ramen, perfect on a cold day in Alaska. Service is quick and friendly. read more

Kami Ramen - Vegetable Ramen add spicy sauce - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Like Bill L. said, the place was busy! Thankfully, I ordered online and was only picking up. However, even that took 15 minutes for me to be acknowledged and then handed my food that was already sitting on a pickup rack. The ramen was very good, but does not beat my number one ramen spot. I would have liked more broth. I am glad that I ordered the spicy sauce, because without it, I believe the broth would've been a little bland. Overall, I give the Veggie Ramen a B. I also purchased a red bean ice cream fish bar. It was tasty, I like red bean desserts and do not see them often. I give that treat a B+. I do highly recommend others give this place a try, if they are on the fence. read more

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Went Kami Ramen on a recommendation of a friend. Yelp reviews only solidified my reason for coming. Upon entering you enter a clean Japanese ramen shop with a friendly welcome by the Kami team. Your seating can range from high top table, counter or half booth. The menu has a good variety of appetizers, ramen bowls, and other Japanese entrees. We had great pleasure to meet the owner who also took our order. We ordered tonkotsu ramen, spicy & sweet edamame, and gyoza. Ramen was full of flavor that was only enhanced with the noodles. Broth is cloudy and thick with good texture. Chashu were thinly cut and well prepared. Toppings were perfect. We enjoyed the entire meal and service. I have book marked Kami Ramen and look forward to a return visit when in town. Thank you Kami Ramen. read more

Kami Ramen - Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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It's my new favorite ramen spot. Cute ambience. Feels like it's doing the small town neighborhood ramen joint right. Always crazy though. Try and go with a small group and get ready to wait! read more

It's all about the broth! So tasty warm and delicious. All of the elements have great flavor and perfect cook. Service is fast. The ambiance is very "big city/small restaurant" feel. read more

I stopped in for lunch after several co-workers mentioned it. Overall, I was disappointed. I'm pretty confident that the noodles were some kind of instant noodle, very disappointing for a $16 bowl. The egg in my Ramen was stone cold in the middle and obviously went from the fridge into my bowl. Service was quick, which is to be expected with pre-cooked or instant ingredients. The only thing that evoked the spirit of a good Japanese ramen shop was the decor. read more

Cute little place; sitting is limited if you have a large group. We came here for lunch. We got Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen, Tonkotsu Ramen and Pork Chashu Sandwich and kumquat lemon green tea. All delicious, fresh and tasty. Kids ate everything and they can get picky. Food was good and arrive very fast after we ordered. Would recommend and will come back. read more

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Food is excellent. Portions large. Broth flavorful. Very limited seating. Friendly service. Authentic cuisine.

Still good! Still my favorite ramen spot in Anchorage! I like the lychee fizz drink, I think I will try the lychee green tea maybe? Might switch it up. We got the pork chasu sandwich, which is pork on a bao bun. It is very small, like three bites for $4.50. This time around I got the shio ramen. I decided I like the pork better instead of the chicken, so this is my note for next time. I feel like I had less chicken than last time. (Picture is last visit not this one) I do want to try the vegetable ramen, which I might try next time. I think my favorite is the kuromayu ramen, it is identical to the tonkotsu ramen but has black garlic oil. We managed to snag a table around 12 noon, but soon after there was a bit of a wait as the 5 tables and the bar was full. It doesn't take too long to get the ramen out, the other food options take a little longer I believe so people can be in and out. YUM!! read more

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This is my go-to ramen spot. There isn't a lot of seating in the restaurant, but you can get a spot pretty quickly at the bar even if it's crowded. They are trying out a new ordering system where you order at a kiosk and then sit down. I think it's pretty straightforward and makes it easier so that you don't have to wait for the bill after you finish eating. Ramen itself is always nice and flavorful; good portion size that will make you full. read more

My favorite ramen in Anchorage! I can't say too much about it, but it is so rich and filling, the broth is just perfect. And the French fries are my absolute favorite. Definitely have to add some chili oil and black truffle oil to everything! The peach tea is a great add on, too. As for the space, I wish it was a little larger, but I've never had a problem with waiting, cause it's worth it. Seating is limited but there is plenty of bar space if you are going on your own. And the staff is awesome, very efficient and friendly, which is always important! read more

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The spicy tonkotsu ramen is delicious and all the sides I tried (crispy gyoza, fries, edamame, and mochiko chicken) were great. I am looking forward to trying another kind on my next visit because they all sounded amazing. I also really want to try the fried pork belly. Yum! The staff was super friendly and the atmosphere was clean and cozy. This will 100% be my go-to ramen place in town! read more

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I hope the owners of Kami read this review. We recently tried to visit and the new seating arrangement, where you pick a seat, order at the kiosk, and then try to sit in the seat you've previously selected but has now been taken by another family...is terrible. It's confusing, crowded around the kiosk with people trying to also order, and others trying to get in and out of the door.There is nobody to ask questions about the menu, and the servers were clearly annoyed and not interested in helping when we tried to stop and ask them for help. It was such an unpleasant experience that we stopped midway through ordering and left, opting for another ramen place. The whole vibe has changed and it feels like homey and welcoming. I'm not sure that we'll be back while this system is in place. Ps. Our experience was while we were trying to sit at the bar. If you want an actual table, you must stand in line INSIDE the tiny restaurant. We were told it's first come first serve, you can't even stand outside to wait. No more signing in and waiting comfortably in your car until your table is ready. Get ready to rub elbows with everyone else and crowd out the people trying to enjoy their meal at the bar. read more

Ramen is always delicious! Also had the crispy gyoza and it is always delicious as well. read more

Kami Ramen - Tan Tan Men - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I joined the waitlist on my way to the restaurant. We had to find parking as it is limited with a small parking lot. We came inside and waited about 10 mins before we were able to get seated. The staff were friendly and efficient. Location: close to the airport if you are looking for a quick meal (as long as the wait isn't too long) Parking: The restaurant has its own parking lot but it's quite small so try to carpool if you are coming with friends. Spicy tonkotsu ramen ($16): the ramen was the perfect amount of spicy and delicious broth (not too oily). The portion is perfect to get you filled/satisfied. A great meal for a gloomy day! Mochiko chicken ($7): the chicken came out hot and crispy. The sweet & sour sauce complemented the chicken. I'll be back when I'm craving ramen. read more

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Definitely worth the tight space and the 10-min wait! If you can swing a later lunch, there were no lines and an open table as we left around 1:30 on a Friday. From the fruity drinks to fried tofu, our party of 5 enjoyed every last bite and slurp of our meal. Our picky toddler filled and finished her little bowl once with daddy's Tonkotsu and twice with big sister's Miso Ramen, which she was loathed to share. Luckily, big sis didn't have to share any of her beautifully charred and seasoned chasu since there was still mochiko chicken (like karaage nuggets) to cut into little sister's bowl. The waitresses managed to be friendly, while also getting things out as fast as they could, without compromising the quality of the food and dining experience. read more

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Kami Ramen is amazing!!! The only complaint is the wait to get in. What do you expect when you serve a 5 star product consistently! I love this place read more

Good but not great ramen and bao, service quality not super great and prices are slightly expensive. read more

Kami Ramen - Very good ramen, so so service and pricing - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Visited Anchorage for the first time, and Kami Ramen was high on our list: Malaysian-Japanese ramen? A must-try! Was definitely glad we went a little earlier than we were hungry, because the wait at 6:10PM (on a Wednesday!) was ~45-minutes. That said, I'm glad we stuck it out so we could devour: - Crispy Gyoza, which was crispy and had great flavor; - Mochiko Chicken, which came with this great sweet'n'sour dipping sauce; - Spicy Miso Ramen (umami-rich miso taste chicken broth, topped with chasu chicken, half ramen egg, light negi, corn, spicy sauce, and nori), which was a nice level of spice--I could've kicked it up a notch, but found I didn't need to--and had a nicely marinated egg; - Tan Tan Men (spicy creamy chicken broth, topped with minced pork, half ramen egg, negi, and nori), which also had great flavor. Wonderful service, even though they were being run off their feet! Definitely recommend. read more

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Always busy - if you get a seat w/o waiting you're lucky!!! Took my kido for the first time. As always the food and service are great read more

Kami Ramen - Lunch w my kid - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

The battle of the spicy ramen! I ordered spicy tonkotsu ramen and my wife ordered spicy miso ramen, both were very good, spicy miso was, however, much better! It had a richer flavor and more spice, there's almost no comparison. If I hadn't compared the two, I would've have still been happy with the tonkotsu. She won't this round. This place is small and always crowded, be prepared to wait while awkwardly jammed by the door. Also, use the QR code if seated at the bar to order quicker. Prices are reasonable but the biggest downside of this place is the smallest portions I've ever had from ramen - this is not necessarily a bad thing, I never usually am able to finish the entire bowl elsewhere. Here, I finished it, was kind of full, but after 10 minutes I felt like I didn't want any more food. So, big picture, you won't feel bad about yourself after eating your entire bowl here, but no chance for leftovers. Other than that, it's a clean restaurant, nothing special, quickly served, in and out. Definitely worth a visit. read more

Kami Ramen - Spicy tonkotsu ramen on the left, and the superior spicy miso ramen on the right - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I was disappointed with my tonkotsu ramen. The pork was fine and the egg was fine, but what should have been the stars - the noodles and broth - just didn't shine through. Broth had little flavor and my noodles were too soft. Small portion size too. I loved the sit up bar and the vibes here, but don't think I'll be coming back unless it's for something other than ramen. read more

Kami Ramen - Tonkotsu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

New collab with Barnacle Foods. Had Bullwhip Kelp Chili Crisp dry noodle ramen and Bullwhip Kelp Serrano Pork Chashu sandwich - Next level NOMs! Sweet heat! And new Door Dash up and coming tasty possibilities. Grateful to be given the opportunity to try this amazing Malaysian curry dish. New foodie adventures are happening right now! Go check it out! read more

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Amazing food, amazing service, super clean, happy environment. We will be back! We are so full! This place was a great experience. read more

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Went here with my mom for her birthday. The restaurant is on the smaller side but the wait wasn't long even though they were busy. We had enough room at the bar and didn't feel crowded. The food was great as well as the drinks. I'm not sure if they buy or make the noodles but the quality feels homemade. They were not soggy and I liked the portion. Honestly 10/10 imo. read more

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Philip and team we're awesome and super accommodating to me and my party of 7. Nice spot but small reminds me of Japan. Definitely one of the best ramen spots in Anchorage worth the wait make sure you check in on the app. Food overall is a 4.5 out of 5 look forward to coming back! read more

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Disappointed! With how bustling and vibrant this place was, I was really looking forward to a rich, warm bowl of ramen on a freezing cold day. I will say, the inside is fun and well decorated, and the space is tight like an authentic ramen restaurant, so that's cool. Service also wasn't bad. On to the food. I got the spicy miso ramen and it just wasn't good. The menu advertised it as being umami rich which is honestly laughable. It tasted like the broth you make yourself at home from ramen noodle packets with a sprinkling of hot spices/you know what I'm talking about lol! the egg was the best part of my bowl. But $1.50 for an extra half of a soft boiled egg is pretty steep! I for sure thought I was getting a whole one in addition to my half. Even the chicken was incredibly bland. I can also confidently say the Kuromayu ramen was just as weak and boring. The pork belly app was *also* a miss. Pork belly is supposed to be rich, heavy and fatty. This tasted like a fried pork chop. The green tea I got was heavily perfumed and couldn't be classified as green tea anymore with how different and oily it tasted. Do avoid it if you like your teas untarnished. But your best bet is to avoid this place altogether. read more

Wow Well I was here a week ago? Yes I am back. Staff is super friendly and busy. They have a ipad to check in for your party size when you walk in. The space will fill up so be prepared to wait! The food is so good! We got the pork buns this time and wow so worth it. Ice cream is yes in a package but worthy of a trip home. I am always so full when we come here. I have to take togo with my ramen. Got the spicy ramen again! Ahhh so good and spicy. Not crazy but has a kick also they will give you more if you want. The place is great clean and so nice and cozy. We will be coming back again and again.! read more

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Definitely a must try! I'll be going again to try the other ramens! Went with hubs for a quick lunch.. and it's still a hot spot! Had to get on the waiting list through the Yelp app which was super helpful. Parking is small and very tight especially with the recent heavy snowfall. Service is fast, friendly (waited 11 minutes) and our food came out quick (less than 10min)! So customers are in/out in a timely manner making room for more hungry individuals in a tiny restaurant. The ramen is by far the best served in Anchorage so far I think! Good portions for the price. Balance of sweet/spicy/salty. The broth is delicious with such tender chasu pork! Perfect egg btw-- Definitely brought great flavor profiles with appetizers and ramen. I would've ordered a rice dish, but I was stuffed! read more

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A good place for a quick meal. Two of us had Kuromaya Ramen, good thick silky broth. We had fast service because we arrived before 5pm on a week night. All tables were full a bit after 5pm. Fun ambiance, you can watch the food prep in the open kitchen. read more

Kami Ramen - Kuromaya Ramen, rich silky broth topped with thin chasu pork and egg sprinkled with salt. - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Food, I had vegetables ramen, the clear broth is very aromatic, smell of mushrooms. Service, is quick and d friendly, the check is accurate. read more

Kami Ramen - Vegetables Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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very cute cozy spot and super yummy! i got the spicy miso ramen and highly recommend!