Eating here for some years now this spot is definitely my favorite go to pho place customer service is immaculate bao buns & spicy creamy tofu pho highly recommend 10/10 read more

I had Kami a few things in the past and they never miss. Visited on an early Saturday afternoon and it wasn't packed. I was able to sit quickly. Waiter was attentive and helpful. Even offered & helped us packed up our Ramen. Ramen was flavorful and filling. The steak was a little off for my liking but I give it a 8/10. read more

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Upon entering, this place has a strong vinegar smell. It is small and the high chairs need to be cleaned. Get past that and it's a decent place. Nothing to brag about though. The gyoza seemed to be over cooked. It was extra crunchy. I had the spicy chicken ramen. I got mild and it was pretty spicy. Cant imagine what the hot would be like. The marinated egg was delicious. My 3 year old got the chicken meal. It may not look appetizing, but it was actually good. I wouldn't mind coming back to try other menu items. Edit: I noticed after I posted this review that I have been here 2 years ago and for the life of me cant remember that visit. read more

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To the owner of this Establishment. It's very disappointing that no one considered that someone with a handicap may want to visit your establish. There is no easy way to enter this restaurant if you are in a wheelchair, especially if you're by yourself. Adjustment need to be made so that everyone can enjoy your Establishment. I also called to see you what you all have in place as far as accommodating someone that has an handicap. The person I spoke with gave me a very generic answer and kind of blew me off. Very disappointing. I would have rated this place as a zero star but that's not an option. It's a inconvenience entering your restaurant if you're handicapped or how the health related issue. I think this is something that may need to be discussed with the BBB! read more

Our first experience was takeout rather than dine in, and this only reflects such. The food portions were very sizable and not expensive. Since we only ordered a tonkotsu ramen dish, and a rice bowl (donburi), these two dinners may not be reflective of other dinners they offer. But the pork in the ramen dish was very fatty and tough, while the vegetables and broth were not very flavorful. The dishes are Japanese, but they were not prepared by Japanese cooks, nor in the authentic way these dishes are normally prepared. They both tasted somewhat over processed, rather than fresh. The ambiance of the restaurant was dark, not very clean, and at 5:30 pm, only 1 couple was eating in the restaurant. It may have just been a bad day...but the Kyuramen restaurant or Poke world, Sakura Garden, made much better food in our opinion. read more

Kami Ramen Bar - Dining room - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Been about a year since I visited, but still great quality, and great service. Will definitely be back.

Food: I had been warned that Asian food in Memphis was lackluster. I can't speak about other Asian eateries, but this Ramen bar was delicious. It does not disappoint. 5 stars Service: Friendly and warm. 5 stars Ambiance: Typical Ramen bar atmosphere. 4 stars Overall: 5 stars read more

I had a taste for a bowl and Yelped places that were close to me at the time and Kami Ramen Bar came up. I stopped in and was sat and served quickly. I started out with the Kami House Salad. It came with lettuce, cabbage, and carrots with the Kami special dressing. It was good. I also had the Spicy Shrimp Ramen Shrimp and pork broth, marinated egg, nori, bamboo shoot, kikurage, and grilled shrimp. My spice level was regular hot. The price point is good. I went in for lunch. I will say the environment is very casual and calm. I enjoyed. read more

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Overall: comparing to all the ramen ive tasted in NYC this would be the average. Nothing crazy nothing bad. I dont know how the other ramen places are in Memphis. However this place gives a big portion of noodles. For 13.95 on ramen this is a steal compared to the 17$ ramen in NYC. Service: she was so quick and attentive it was great! Inside: lots of seating available on a Thursday night. Had a group of 6 and sat instantly. Food: had the edamame, needed some salt. The chicken karrage was good but need to be double fried as the fried layer was a little thin but the taste was perfect. As for the ramen, all of us needed to add the chili oil or some salt as the broth was not as seasoned as we'd hoped. For the noodles the portion was huge. Usually need to kaedama but this was perfect! read more

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I brought mine food as takeout, I received everything I wanted. I brought the spicy chicken ramen and it was really good. As well as, brought the fried cheesecake. I was disappointed due to the fried part of it not tasting good and the chocolate part. However, the inside of the cheesecake tasted great including the strawberries and bananas that comes with it. I would return for the ramen and if they have normal cheesecake I would purchase that read more

Kami Ramen Bar - 1. Spicy Chicken Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Always a great ramen spot for those on a wallet-friendly budget. Although easy to rack up a bill with the amazing appetizers & drinks. Love the decor & plenty of seating. read more

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This was my first visit, and I placed a to-go order. Right away, I noticed the clean, inviting ambiance. The place was bustling with people dining in and others picking up takeout--on a Sunday, no less! Despite the crowd, the service was excellent--friendly, efficient, and helpful with my order. That gave me a good feeling the food was going to be worth it. Now, let's talk about the food... I ordered the ramen, and all I can say is: OMG! Everything was incredibly fresh--the broth, the noodles, even the pork I added. Nothing tasted reheated or bland. It was rich, flavorful, and hit all the right notes from the first bite to the last. I'm already planning my next visit. Highly recommend! I'll be sure to snap some pics next time. read more

Goodramen spot! My vegan ramen was creamy, savory, and satisfying. They also offer Japanese sodas and refreshing fruit teas, which pair perfectly with the meal. The service was impressively speedy and kind, making the experience even better. I'll definitely be back to explore more of their menu read more

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Tasty! Flavorful! Fast! And the apple martini is made with crown which is sassy little twist on the normally sweet concoction! I ordered the chicken curry ramen, held the corn, added bokchou and bean sprouts. My sisterwife ordered the first flavor on the chicken menu (sorry I don't know the name) added bean sprouts and added a different type of chicken. We both enjoyed our food. It was delicious! read more

Kami Ramen Bar - Groovy lighting! - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Ordered the Tonkotsu Black ramen to go. Lady at the counter I ordered with was short and once my order was ready she handed it to me so fast it swung in the air. The ramen was very bland imo (I am used to good flavorful ramen). You can add in extra items for a small price. The egg roll was good and they provided a sauce to go with it that was delicious. The ambiance was really nice, quiet with alot of booth space. I'd still come back to dine in and probably add more items to my ramen as well as any sauces they provide. read more

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On Friday, the three of us decided to meet up at Kami Ramen Bar. Kami is located off of Poplar in the same shopping center with Best Buy, Rei, and Red Koi. The interior is clean and decorated on a theme. The lights are dimmed, and the close space gives Kami somewhat of an intimate setting. There was a wait, but it wasn't long at all. The staff is friendly, and they had cool shirts on. The hostess was wearing Deftones and the waitress had a Gorillaz shirt. I like that the menu has a lot to choose from with food, bowls, dishes, and beverages. They also have vegetarian and vegan options, along with indicators if the dish is spicy or not. Kami also serves alcohol, and sake is a must for a ramen shop. Sake is served warm or cold. The guys got a round of Purple Haze sake, and they said it was ok. For appetizers, we got gyōza and chicken karaage. The gyōza was ok but the chicken karaage was really good! It was tender, crispy, and well seasoned. For entrees, we both decided on a Chicken Curry bowl and the Shoyu bowl. You can choose to have either thick or thin noodles and you can add more to your bowl if you like. I really liked my bowl. The chicken was tender and although it was somewhat in the broth itself, it wasn't soggy either. My advice would be to go when you really have an appetite. Everyone paces differently when they're eating, but ramen is best when it's hot. I consider Kami's price to portion reasonable. Prepare to spend in the window of $15-20 individually, but note that gratuity is only automatic for groups of 6 or more. I'll give this one a rating: playtime for your palate. I will resist the term itadakimasu. The menu is majority ramen of course, but there are several other sides and dishes to make it your own, bowl or not. While it's definitely somewhere fandom would bring you, it's a nice place to frequent with a friend, group or also as a solo stop. read more

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Overall, the experience was average. The food did need more flavor. I ordered: 1. Gyoza - these had more of a fried crunchy texture than steamed and then seared. I prefer the latter. I also feel like the meat was missing some fresh ingredients to lighten the flavor profile. (3/5 ) 2. Tonkotsu black - the broth should have been thicker for tonkotsu style. I also think it was missing the robust flavor profile I am accustomed to. (3.5/5 ) The server had the demeanor of not wanting to be there and that they don't particularly enjoy their job. Other than that, they did complete all of the basic tasks expected of a server. read more

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This place was in a busy area but we got seated right away on a Saturday night. Ramen was ok, fried rice was decent but salty. Our server, Jasmine, was nice and attentive. The marinated eggs in the ramen was the best part. Otherwise, just kinda bland and not the best. read more

Kami Ramen Bar - 2. Slurp up Cilantro Ramen 1. Spicy Chicken Ramen 10. Goyu - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Amazing food! Great service and fun atmosphere! We really enjoyed the edamame and ramen!

We LOVE Kami. This is where my child wants to go each time we go out for dinner. The food is delicious. I always get the Creamy Spicy Vegan Ramen. It is not very spicy and has a ton of flavor. The servers are all great. I highly recommend Kami! read more

I'm really glad I came here! The food is pretty good and there's a lot of options for ramen! I wasn't sure where to start so I asked the waitress for advice and she helped me pick out a traditional option, Kami Tonkatsu. I was surprised I liked the pork chasu in it because I'm not usually a friend of fat. But the fat on the pork melted really quickly and I didn't get squicked by the texture of it like I usually would. It only comes with one egg half so I might ask to add an additional egg half next time. Also, I kept note of which toppings I like in case you can sub stuff out. There's chili oil already on the table but when I asked to make it spicy the waitress also brought me an additional paste. I really liked the paste best as it increased the flavor and the spice at the same time. The chili oil added a kick but didn't help the flavor as much as what she brought me. To Try: Spicy Shrimp Tonkatsu Shoyu Loved: - Tonkatsu: Kami Ramen (with extra spicy paste) Liked: - Topping: Marinated Egg - Topping: Pork Chashu Ok: - Topping: Fish Cake - Topping: Kikurage read more

Kami Ramen Bar - 5. Kami Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Came here for lunch (3/4) with a friend to try out a bowl of Japanese ramen! Upon arrival, we were seated promptly and given our menus. I can say that it was a little hot inside and a/c was needed... Our waiter was very helpful and attentive. I ordered a serving of the Japanese Spring Roll. It came out hot and was very tasty! For the ramen, I choose the Spicy Chicken and added fried onions, fresh garlic, and a side of kimchi. I also requested the spice seasoning on the side so that I could control it. Overall, the ramen was decent. The broth could've been richer and it felt like it was missing something. It's definitely a large serving and you can have leftovers, if wanted. I elected to leave mine behind. I would potentially come back to try a different ramen bowl and make a final decision about this place from there! read more

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I ordered the steak fried rice and pork dumplings. You are charged extra for each thing in the rice. Onion, mushroom, etc. The rice itself tasted as if it sat all day long. It was mushy. No flavor and the fact you are charged extra even for mushrooms and onions is ridiculous. 22.00 it wasn't worth it. At least the dumplings had flavor even though they were overcooked. My wife liked her spring rolls. Other than that over priced. Panda Express has better food read more

Great food, good service, and pleasant ambiance. A good time all around, whether it's date night or something casual.

Ramen was good, but even the medium spicy was very bland. The protein in both bowls were severely over cooked. The staff was friendly, but the hostess was very rude and constantly on her phone. read more

Kami Ramen Bar - Spicy Shrimp Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Go eat here!! What a great spot! It's a busy area but not many people seem to eat inside. I saw lots of takeout orders moving out the door while I was here though. Sitting inside is a nice atmosphere with a darker ambiance but warm. I had the Kami Tonkotsu Ramen and a couple of spring rolls. The spring rolls were crunchy and flavorful, a great all around appetizer. The Tonkotsu stole the show though!! Steaming hot, perfectly cooked egg, delicious pork. A large serving that I tried my best to polish off, but I'll admit my eyes were bigger than my stomach. It was an absolute flavor explosion! If you're a local do yourself a favor and go sit and dine inside this great ramen spot! read more

Had the takoyaki and spring rolls for appetizers. Had the tonkatsu black ramen for entrée. Brought to the table fast and hot. Excellent food and service. Will return. read more

Kami Ramen Bar - 8. Tonkotsu Black Ramen. Excellent. - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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TLDR; Great food and experience and we will definitely be back! Our first time visiting Kami, and we weren't disappointed! For apps, we had Shrimp Shumai, which is basically a steamed shrimp dumpling. Came with a tasty dipping sauce. The other app was a softshell crab bun. Cooked perfectly and very flavorful. The ramen was well prepared with a flavorful broth and ingredients. Lots of choices from their menu. We had the Kami Chicken and the Tonkotsu Black ramen. Servings were generous, and they will pack for takeout as well. Our server was attentive and checked on us at reasonable intervals. She took the time to explain the menu to us, since this was our first time there. So many food choices in the immediate area, but you won't go wrong with Kami! read more

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Great experience here. If you are looking for good ramen well this is the place to be. Kami is reasonably priced as well. The bowls are super filling and a variety of toppings and add ins. I also order extra noodles for mine with the noodles some to the side for you to add as you please. The broth is well seasoned and the tofu was actually flavorful! Now let's talk dessert, they have this fried cheesecake and baby it is super delicious. It's crispy on the outside but smooth and creamy on the inside. I would recommend this place for a good budget friendly enjoyment of noodles. Will come back. read more

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We come here often, and it's probably one of my favorite ramen places as far as taste goes. I wanted to mention our server Karema tonight. She was awesome, and offered to even pack our food to go for us and give us drinks to go. She was confident, suggested a couple of things, and when she wasn't serving us, I could overhear her making the people next to us laugh. That's all I thought she was awesome and wanted to say something. read more

Visited KRB with the family. I'll start with the food. I've never had in the past a good experience in the city with ramen places before. I've had ramen in other big cities and it always good. I'm really happy that finally, we have a good ramen restaurant in Memphis. We ordered the Goyu, and chicken curry. It was delicious. The broth had lots of flavor. The appetizers were yummy too!! The waiter took our drinks order. Took him a while to come back and take the appetizer/food orders. And after we had our food we didn't see him much until we ask for more water and the bill. He needed Improvment on his customer service. The place is small but comfortable to seat a family of 6. We will be back for the food!! read more

Kami Ramen Bar - Goyu - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Pretty good ramen and a decent bun. Pork was flavorless and tiny. Service was fine. Not close to the best out there but not the worst. Dive feel to the place but I'm ok with that as it's the kind of place you usually find good food. I'll probably try it again but I won't rush. I would say if you are near and looking for ramen give It a try. read more

Kami Ramen Bar - Not the best looking presentation - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

My favorite ramen chain by far. The location is mid, but food solid! I go every time in close to one.

This is one of our favorite Ramen spots in the area! We go here 2-3 times a month and it's always as good as the first time. The broth is always so rich and flavorful, the portions are perfect, however I always like to order extra noodles and egg because why not lol The service is always great and the people are nice. I definitely recommend! :) read more

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The Goyu bowl was delicious! I added shrimp, cabbage, and spinach to mine and it took to the next level. 10/10 would definitely recommend! read more

Kami Ramen Bar - 10. Goyu with Shrimp, Cabbage, and Spinach added - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

I would describe this ramen bar as "aite". What we would call "MID" in Memphis. Not terrible, not great. Average. In the middle. If you just want some ramen, it'll do, but the experience wasn't epic to my senses and I came there ready for magic in my mouth. This is the kind of restaurant I'd want to work with to rebrand, but there was a steady stream of folks in and out so they don't seem to be hurting for business. Ambiance: it's a typical casual ramen bar with Japanese flags as decor and rows of plain square tables. Not a super Instagram-able site if that's what you're looking for. This is more of a throw on something casual and meet the homies kinda spot. Presentation: It was aite. Again, this spot was not designed with photos in mind and I only ding them on that because they opened recently and that's the norm in 2022. I liked the little star toothpick in my bao and would love more personal flair like this. Taste: It was aite. Except the marinated egg which was absolutely fantastic. I want to just take a cup off those home. So good. Service: my waitress was very kind and gave me great service while I had headphones in and was on the computer working. Pros: Has the best hours of the ramen spots in Memphis, staying open between lunch and dinner. 11 to 10. Cons: Smells like STRONG sewage/rotten tooth inside. It wafted into my nose anytime someone moved or the door opened but I was determined to write this review so I stayed but ended up boxing up my food to enjoy without the smell. read more

Kami Ramen Bar - 1. Kami Bun - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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I love Kami Ramen! I come here at least twice every few months with my siblings or my significant other and we enjoy our Ramen. The service is always fast and they're super attentive. The style of this spot is definitely based on traditional ramen bars. The lighting is nice and dim but not too dark. Never had a bad experience here. read more

This ramen bar is very cute on the inside. Makes me feel like I am in Japan. They have good selection of ramen and even have chicken-based broths for those who want to avoid red meat as well as vegetarian style!!! Bonus!! I ordered the Tonkatsu Black ramen since I love garlic and anything about garlic. It was awesome and savory as I expected it to be. The portion size is just right, and if you want more noodles, you can easily order extra! The side dishes are also great here too. We had the gyoza and the edamame. read more

Kami Ramen Bar - Tonkatsu 8. Tonkotsu Black Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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We found this place because we were looking for a ramen place a little closer to Arlington than mid-town. The food is AMAZING. We have been back since our first visit and both times, we were very pleased with everything. We ordered appetizers that were very good. And the ramen...*chef's kiss*. The ramen with the pork broth are especially good, and they have lots of choices to add to your bowl. We cannot recommend this place enough. If you want really good food, this is the place to go. read more

Honestly! Food was decent certainly for the price!. But service leaves little to be desired. After our food was dropped off we were ignored and never seen to again. This sadly wasn't the first time but the second time this happened at this place. The atmosphere was lovely, the smells enchanting, the cozy area had such a beautiful vibe. However both times we visited, we had to ask another passing server to help us refill on drinks, get boxes, and get our ticket. I get that sometimes you get overwhelmed but watching our server just chill and chat by the bar left a bit of a sour note to an otherwise nice night. Id honestly just recommend getting takeout. Food was lovely, I will say my gyudon was overcooked a smidge so the beef was dry and a bit stringy. The ginger was a nice touch but didn't do as much to cut into the loads of fat and grease. The chicken curry don was more of a sauce than a thick curry. The taste is rather okay. It tasted like a generic cube of Japanese curry. It was very thin and didn't have as much chicken as we hoped. Overall the food is decent and service is lacking. read more

Kami Ramen Bar - 3. Gyudon - Ramen Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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