Very busy and worth the wait!! My second visit here and I always make sure to come here when I'm in Virginia. Katsu curry in either chicken or pork is flavorful and crispy; never disappoints. Spicy miso ramen hits every taste bud. Variety of boba teas and drinks available too. This spot is decorated with photos of customers throughout the years and has a great ambiance. Servers are all so friendly and attentive. read more

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Our server was friendly and efficient for the most part. We had ordered 3 appetizers and only received 2. The server made sure the unserved item was removed from the bill. They offer a fair amount of vegetarian items including a ramen that can be made vegan. I ordered the vegetarian ramen medium spicy it was mild. The vegetarian dumplings and edamame were standard at best. Plenty of seating for large or small groups. Very casual dining. read more

I've been a frequent here for the past 6 years. Recently I noticed customer service is lacking but it's a place my kids enjoy so I try to just let it not bother me. Last week I went and was told "nothing will be available anytime soon. " I said it was fine and we'll wait because we had friends who were with us and it was there first time. I asked what was the estimate wait time and the girl was just rude walking back and forth and said, "idk maybe 45-1 hour but I can't guarantee anything!" I then walk over to sit down and see her sit a group the same exact size as ours. I go up and ask her did the wait change and she states, " no I didn't know what you were doing so they got seated before you!" Which my party and I were genuinely confused because we never stated we weren't waiting. This day we left and ate elsewhere. Fast forward to yesterday around 2:15 we arrived and wasn't greeted just was advised we close at 3. I said that is fine, we knew what we were ordering. I had a friend meeting us and which I ordered for her and she arrived approximately at 2:29. When she arrived they advised her they were not taking any more orders. As we sit and they bring our ramen, I notice something crawling on the floor and I talk a closer look and it was a roach!!! I immediately advised everyone with me there's a roach on the floor. We look and see another one under the table. Obviously loosing our appetite, I tell the waitress we just saw roaches and we're grossed out. She casually says, " oh I'm sorry about that." and stated she would get someone to handle it. No one ever came over and then she walks back up and asks, " are you not gonna eat your food?!" I explained we were not and that we were disgusted after seeing the roaches. She looks as if she's offended. I said I'll pay for our drinks but we didn't touch our food and did not want it after seeing the roaches. She was quiet and rude. No one ever addressed the situation at all and they were starting at us as if they were offended that we pointed out the roaches. We never come back! The lack of customer service was one thing but to see two roaches is another. Completely unacceptable and unsanitary. read more

Kappo Nara Ramen - Chicken ramen - Ramen Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

This restaurant was fun to dine in as there are Polaroid pictures of past guests plastered all over their walls. Extra points to those who got creative with their captions. I ordered the Vegetable Ramen (without scallions) and added carrots. The portion was huge and left me feeling full. I liked that the corn was actual kernels and not those baby corncobs. (To those unfamiliar, Nori is the seaweed sliver that comes with all entrees.) There is plenty of parking and they were busy - maybe that's why service was a bit slow. Still, I'd only return if I were in the area (as it isn't close to home). Oh, and for all you Boba lovers, they have an extensive flavor menu. read more

Food was not appetizing at all, it tasted bland and even made me sick after. Service was good

Wait time was average for a Friday dinner IMO. Waiting area needs more seats...about 10 people were standing Waitress did her job and another waiter gave her an assist when she wasn't around. Food...was terrific, no complaints, no suggestions. read more

One of the best ramen places in the area. I have been here time and time again, and I am never disappointed. I love a classic miso ramen, and this one definitely serves the craving. The appetizers here are fire. We love getting Karaage, fried squid, and kimchi fries. All so delicious. The gyu don always has a lot of meat. The katsudon is good. The katsu curry was yummy with a darker curry base. It is a little on the runnier side, I wish it was thicker. It's not Golden Curry, better than that, so I give a thumbs up. I love that you can get boba with it too! Make sure to take a picture with the Polaroid and place your picture on the wall! It's a super cute small place, very unique and special. It gets busy, so a reservation is best, especially if you have a larger group. Service was good! Food comes out fairly fast. Overall, make sure to check this place out!! read more

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This was my first visit and I'll return. I had the grilled chicken ramen and an order of shumai. Both were tasty and perfect for a snowy/sleety day. My order was to-go, so the broth was placed in a separate cup. The nori was a little dry and visibly darker than usual. Others have posted interior pictures - nothing fancy. The service was nice and I didn't have a long wait time for my order. read more

Kappo Nara Ramen - Grilled Chicken Ramen and Shumai - Ramen Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Hi friends! Long overdue review for me; I've eaten here at least 5 times over the years and so i owe them their flowers. What's good: plenty of parking as it's in a strip mall, a wide variety of options on the menu so if you like choices you have plenty! The dine IN experience is good the food is amazing and portion size is appropriate. It's a small space inside, but if you've spent time in Japan it's accurate and makes the experience more authentic. I even like the homey decor highlighting the patrons with Polaroids of people enjoying their dinner all over the foyer area. I even like the bathroom decor of superheroes in ways you wouldn't typically see them (iykyk). What prompted this review is the take out experience. I felt like the take out portion wasn't the same quantity as the dine in experience by a noticeable degree. So if you plan on eating there- eat in! Everything was still very good as it always has been, which is why i wanted more than i got . Regardless I will def be back and enjoying what they have to offer! read more

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Kappa Nōra Ramen is our go-to spot--and for good reason. We've tried other ramen places around Virginia Beach, but nothing ever compares. The flavors here are on another level. I always go for the spicy broth--it's rich, comforting, and packs the perfect kick. Pair that with their crispy fried chicken (seriously, so good) and it's pure perfection in a bowl. The seaweed salad is super refreshing and balances the meal beautifully, and the gyoza? Absolutely delicious--crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. This place consistently hits the mark every single time. Whether it's a rainy day ramen craving or a casual night out, Kappa Nōra never disappoints. A true gem in the VB food scene. read more

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I always have a big group when we come here and TY, specifically always gives us the best service! So if you go, make sure you ask for him. Obviously the meals are always great but it's even better when Ty is your server! read more

As I was craving ramen on a Wednesday evening, I decided to venture out and try Kappo Nara Ramen since I saw nothing but great reviews about this place. I was seated right away and given a menu...after a few minutes, I knew exactly what I wanted to order lol. Janelle, my amazing server, assisted me in choosing a green tea so I decided on the Mango Green Tea, which was refreshing and thankfully not too sweet. For starters, I decided on the Rice Balls which were filled with cooked salmon, covered with rice, wrapped in seaweed and formed in a triangular shape! The Rice Ball was very filling and since I wanted to enjoy my ramen, I only ate one. I chose the Spicy Miso Ramen which had a miso base with pork broth and chili oil. It included boiled eggs, bean sprouts, bamboo, spicy ground pork, scallions and seaweed. I added a slice of pork belly as well! Absolutely delicious! 10/10!!! The ramen noodles were cooked perfectly and the soup broth was savory and rich with flavor. The bamboo added some texture and a slight sweetness and the pork belly slice was the perfect addition. I literally ate the entire bowl!!! I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Kappo Nara Ramen and absolutely loved the vibe this restaurant gave. From the soft R&B music playing in the background to being able to view all of the Polaroids lined up on the walls of previous customers enjoying their ramen, I will definitely be returning. My server, Janelle, was also amazing and I loved that we had a chance to chat, she was super sweet. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for amazing ramen and good vibes. read more

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'Twas the night before Thanksgiving and Ramen was on the menu! There was quite a bit of a wait, which told me that the food would be worth it! It took a little time to receive service after sitting, but the place was busy. This gave us a chance to study the menu options and look at some of the pictures on the wall. I love a place that celebrates their customers, and using Polaroids to capture the moment is such a cool idea. We definitely added to the collection! The tables were pretty close together so private conversations probably wouldn't work but it's great for socializing! The food came out in a decent amount of time. We had the veggie ramen, chicken teriyaki and egg rolls. All were tasty, by my veggie ramen could've used more flavor. Overall it was a great experience! read more

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I've only been to Kappo Nara Ramen once; however, it was easily one of my favorite ramen restaurants to go to in the area. The service was amazing, and I did dine-in and the overall interior feeling of the restaurant was extremely pleasant. I would highly recommend if you're either a Hampton Roads native or a visitor to give it a shot. read more

Love the spicy miso! A bowl of this with a pot of green tea is a great pick me up when I'm not feeling well or if it's cold & damp outside. Or if you just feel like cooking! read more

I was out of town and was looking for a noodle place in VA Beach. The place was small, but nice. There's not too many noodle place down here and the food was ok, read more

This was my very time trying ramen ever. I decided to go here and give it a try. As I entered the restaraunt I noticed the ambiance and the decor of the place was beautiful! All over it had pictures of previous smiling customers scattered all over the restaraunt. I thought this was sooo cute! I definitely would like to take a picture next time to place on the wall for memories! Since it was my first time trying ramen, the server politely recommended me different things to try. All of it sounded so good! Since I am a fried chicken lover - I decided to go with the Fried Chicken Ramen. It was soo tasty. The broth was flavorful and the bowl was so delicious! It was a huge portion - I couldnt finish it all in one sitting. But hey! Thats what to go boxes are for lol ! I also got the strawberry slushie as a beverage. It was very refreshing and fresh tasting - not full of a bunch of sugary mixes and syrups. I could atleast taste the strawberries in it. The prices were very affordable. Each ramen bowl was around $11 - $12.50 dollars. I definitely will be a returning customer here! :) read more

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2nd visit and again left as a very happy customer. Had the Tonkotsu Ramen, Mackerel and Onigiri w/Ume. The Tonkotsu was delicious, the ramen egg had a perfectly silky yolk. The Chashu pork was tender, flavorful and not too thinly cut. The Mackerel was lightly salted with a crispy skin! Only minor detail is that the Onigiri could have been wrapped a bit more neatly. read more

Kappo Nara has been in my bookmarks for some time now. My girls wanted boba and we hadn't had lunch so it worked out to try it out today. I am so glad we did! First of I love the ambiance, very cozy but welcoming feeling when we sit. Staff was PHENOMENAL! So friendly and helpful considering it was my first time. I loved what I ordered and so did everyone in my family. The portions are great. Food is delicious. Place is clean. Staff amazing. And the cherry on top... HELLO KITTY DECOR! Oh yeah, oh yeah! ;) read more

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After several attempts to have pho for lunch, I settled on ramen from Kappo Nara Ramen. Looking back, I am glad that my pho lunch plan did not work out because this place is pretty awesome. Also, it might be my new go-to spot for ramen. The service was pretty top-notch because my waiter (a young fella with orange/blondish hair) always made sure that I was taken care of. For my dining pleasure, I went with a tonkotsu ramen, which was absolutely delicious. I'm kind of sad that it was so delicious because I'll probably order only this dish for future visits and not try any of the other ramen bowls. You know, if it ain't broke don't fix it. While the ramen was packed with plenty of yummy ingredients, I wish that I had known that before adding the spicy ground pork because it was so much food. Just as an FYI, the spicy ground pork is pretty spicy. All in all, I definitely look forward to returning to Kappo Nara Ramen in the very near future. read more

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Went for dinner and was seated right away. The dining area was full for the dinner crowd. The staff was friendly to every customer and checked in with us often. The spicy miso ramen is my favorite! read more

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The food was amazing. Their dumplings and rice balls were good and well made. The ramen was obviously all the rage and you get exactly what you ask for. The aesthetic is cute and welcoming. I loved it. They also have a boba tea shop attached to the restaurant. read more

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Earned 1 more star this time from my last review months back. The wait wasn't horrendous, decent at 20 minutes. We also got our order within decent time rather than our orders being forgotten...We also ordered the appetizers which were okay. Yakitori was slightly dry. read more

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Tis the season for ramen when everyone is coughing and sneezing in the grocery stores, and you're trying to keep your immune system up and survive cold season!! So Kappo Nara Ramen was on my radar... Their ramen normally makes me feel warm inside and happy... So i ordered the fried chicken ramen with spicy miso pork, corn, carrots, an egg, and extra shallots... The shallots really kicked it up a notch for me... I also ordered a pork cutlet with rice and a side salad. Everything came to about $32. Not to bad!!! They were nice and friendly when i picked up the order. We were in and out in less than 5 minutes ! Everything was wrapped up pretty securely.. In the past my broth spilled before i got home and that's what i wanted the most... Lol. Ugh... I cried a little.. So i appreciate the clear wrap over the cup and food.. Thumbs up for that!! The ramen was pretty good. I love the corn and crunch of the different textures. The spicy miso is delicious, but if your a punk for spice, be warned its got some kick.. Lol. It hits me in the back of my throat every time.. But that's the good stuff... Lol.. It will clear your sinuses every time!! I enjoyed it, but i did add garlic and some other seasonings because it was slightly bland... It really elevated the taste and i enjoyed it. The pork cutlet was pretty good also. It was a good size serving. I wish they'd give a bigger portion of rice, but thats my only complaint. This is my little spot that comforts me when i need that nom nom food in my life... Yea, I'm going back... Check them out yall!!! read more

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As you walk in you get the authentic hole in the wall vibe like the restaurants in Japan and Korea. Highly decorated with cute trinkets and walls plastered with mini Polaroids of patrons. Very busy in there on a Thursday night. Waiters seem to want to get you in out when it's busy. That's how I felt as they kept wanting to clear the plates/bowls and kept askin if we needed anything else. They were friendly either way. The ramen was OK... my friend was agreeable. it didn't come out hot. The broth was a bit bland. However I was impressed that the chicken katsu stayed crispy even while soaking in the broth. This is a spot I will try again and hope to update this review. read more

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One of the best Ramen spots in Virginia Beach. Always consistent, filling, and flavorful. The Rice-balls (Onigiri) are also a must try. The Staff is always very professional and quick to service you. The interior is a little small but very decorated and cozy. read more

Kappo Nara Ramen - Grilled Chicken Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I don't like Ramen. But, I LOVE Kappa Nara Ramen! The Spicy Miso is sooo yummy and sooo spicy. The staff are so kind and accommodating. Everyone is so friendly and so inviting. Kappa Nara is my new obsession! read more

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Here I was, craving ramen and hoping this hole in the wall spot to satisfy that. The vibe was great, customer service was excellent. The only problem I had with this visit was the kitchen. We ordered several appetizers, only half came out before our ramen. The ramen wasn't anything special. Definitely loaded down with toppings, in a quantity over quality sense. As for the appetizers: unless you like butane flavor, do NOT order the Ika Sugatayaki. They char it with some sort or butane torch or something which completely overpowers the flavor of the squid. We also ordered the Corrokke, which was supposed to have potato, corn, and scallion. It was basically a deep fried mashed potato cake. No corn, no scallions. Food was 2 star at best, but the customer service was a solid 4.5. read more

Kappo Nara Ramen - Ika Sugatayaki - Ramen Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Kappo Nara is an almost weekly staple in our household. The ramen is consistently good and filling. They are steadily busy so I recommend paying attention to their hours of operation as they close midday and are closed on Sundays. The service is typically quick depending on how busy they are and there is always music playing. It gives a chill and family friendly vibe. As I've stated, Kappo nights are regular in our house! read more

Kappo Nara Ramen - Chicken Teriyaki and Veggie Ramen with an egg - Ramen Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I'm in love with the black kuro tonkatsu ramen bowl. It's seriously my jam! But the secret is when I substitute the pork and have chicken katsu with it. It adds a crunch factor and the powdered black sesame gives a layer of depth to the broth. Be sure to season some spice and add that garlic and chili that's on your table. If not, ask for it. Kappo nara is our family fav and hands down the best ramen joint in the 757! Service is great, food and other options on the menu.. won't can't go wrong. We come back satisfied and never disappointed everytime we come. read more

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The best !! The best !!! The best Japanese ramen I've had since moving from Japan !!!! My favorite is the spicy miso !! I usually add chashu pork, but I didn't this time. The gyoza is amazing as well as the shrimp shumai !!! 10/10 everytime !!! The service is amazing !!!! Ambiance is one of the best !!! Their playlist is unmatched !!!! read more

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This was my second time trying out this restaurant. The first time I came with a friend and had a great experience as well. This time around I came with my family. I really enjoyed the dressing on the salad, it really made a difference and tasted fresh. The kimchi fries are a must. It wasn't enough for my family of 6 and would need to order two next time. Overall the food was great and our waiter was the bomb. He served us promptly and was on point with refills and everything else. Will definitely return. read more

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Amazing food and service! Great place to dine and very welcoming, please come dine at here if you want an authentic ramen experience every time I've came to this restaurant over the years the quality has never went down. read more

Katsudon, Fried Chicken Ramen and Chicken Curry are my favorites. Eat in or pickup to take home!

dawg this place was so fire, our server kate was awesome and she recommended the pork katsu curry which was amazing. the place is filled with cute little polaroids that liven the place up. overall great experience, we will be back to see our girl kate !! read more

I had High hopes for this place. Ramen is one of my favorite takeout comfort foods and since leaving Hawaii, Ive yet to find a place where I would consider becoming a regular. KappO Nara had great ratings, so decided to give it a try. I ordered the Black Tonkatsu, which is typically one of my favorites. The broth was pretty good, but lacked the rich, thick flavor Im accustomed to. My only other "complaint" was that the chashu pork was a bit tough. Price wise, it was fair. read more

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Amazing broth in the ramen. Our gyoza appetizer was great as well. The service was nice and a quirky atmosphere.

We arrived at the restaurant at 2:29 p.m. when we entered the seat, a female employee came to get the order for us, but she seemed unhappy and the service attitude was very bad. I have been here many times, I even recommended it to my friends but the quality and service attitude today are so bad, it's terrible that I have to pay for this kind of service. The food came out for a long time around 2:50 pm but the restaurant closed at 3 pm and we had just started eating for 10 minutes, when it was exactly 3 o'clock, the staff came to ask us if we needed boxes to bring home or not 3 times and constantly urged us to leave the shop quickly because the shop needed to be cleaned. I really don't understand why I have to pay for such a bad meal today. read more

Ummm ramen !! This place is one of my top choices for dinning out. Everything is just delicious !! Even though I only come for the ramen :) The place is nice and it is conveniently located right next to a bubba tea place. The space is nicely decorated and would look at home if we were in Japan. The walls are covered with Polaroids of happy customers capturing their visit and the great time and great food they had during their visit. Chicken karage is good, ramen is delicious and gyoza is a favorite as well. Totally recommend to anyone to visit and we will continue coming here often. read more

Hands down best ramen in the area. I always get spicy miso. The gyoza is excellent also, along with the boba.