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    Laughing Buddha

    3.6 (76 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Tonkotsu
    Chloe W.

    We visit Vegas often and have eaten at Proper Eats food hall a few times. This was my first time trying Laughing Buddha and it was delicious. It was fresh, hot and full of flavor.

    Pork belly bun.  Pork Belly
    Lisa-marie L.

    $16. SMH. Biggest waste. I would rather spend $16 on a quarter pounder. Meat taste old. The whole thing is sad!!!

    High Limit Ramen
    Gill P.

    Located in the Aria Hotel on the 2nd floor above the casino level in the food hall Proper Eats. The chill in the air made it a good day to have some ramen. Great service and plenty of seating throughout Proper Eats which used to be the old Aria Buffet.

    Nette B.

    Dining at Proper Eats Food Hall, I decided I wanted some ramen. I ordered one using the QR code and after paying, I made my way to the counter. The workers were all super nice especially the guy making my Ramen. Seemed like he was from Hawaii. I ordered the Miso Ramen (asked for Al Dente Noodles) added Pork Belly (Char Siu Pork.) The soup was delicious. I enjoyed every slurp. The char siu was nice and tender too. Not sure why the Miso Ramen didn't already have protein like the Tonkotsu. I also ordered it with no mushrooms. I did enjoy the bamboo. Great spot if you want a quick fix on the strip.

    Conveniently Located inside Proper Eats Food Hall! (12/21/24)
    Jennifer Y.

    Easy and quick it was to order from Laughing Buddha inside Aria's Proper Eats Food Hall. Organized and polished was their kitchen. Though expected in Vegas, still quite expensive was their satisfying "Tonkotsu Ramen Bowl" with acceptable slurping ramen, tasty char siu pork, and, a good added marinated egg served in a delicious pork broth! CHEERS!

    Chel S.

    Soooo so yummy. Honestly, with some food halls (especially in casinos!) I go in with low expectations, but both experiences at the Proper Eats food hall were great. This ramen blew me away. You order from a big screen at the entrance of the hall, and you get to select from the different restaurants. Service was super quick, as soon as I found a table it was ready. The seating arrangement was appropriate, and it was easy to have a nice dinner conversation in the middle of the casino. At first glance I thought, hmm, it looks a little plain. I did not do too many add ons other than an egg, which was absolutely worth it. The broth was perfectly seasoned, and I appreciated that it was not overly greasy or salty. The meat was soft and tender. The egg was sooo yummy, I honestly regret not getting another. The noodles were great too. I actually shared this ramen because it was huge, and even then we both ended with very happy tummies. I will definitely be back.

    Tonkatsu ramen bowl
    Gene W.

    For all the Asian clientele that Vegas entertains, and for how ramen has currently become a "hot" culinary item, there are only a few ramen choices on the Strip. Based on reviews & pricing, this Asian spot in Aria's food hall seemed to have potential. We ordered the Tonkatsu ramen and at $18, the bowl was fairly large and had 3 thinly sliced pieces of cha siu pork. Also included were shreds of wood ear (fungi), bamboo shoots & scallions. Noodle was plentiful with good al dente texture and the broth flavor, while muted, was OK. Our expectations were not high given this is basically food court food. While the dish was OK, stars downgraded due to high price, limited menu, and no soft-cooked egg (w/o additional cost). The food ordering was easy and the ambiance of the food hall was modern & roomy.

    Pork Belly Bun.
    Joyce W.

    According to their website, "Laughing Buddha is the home of steamy, delectable ramen noodles and breathtaking broths." So what did we order? Pork belly bao buns because we don't listen, apparently. Pork belly bao bun ($13 - served with pickled cucumbers and hoisin sauce): Thinly sliced pork belly nestled in a squishy warm bread with a crisp pickled cucumber and a thick, fragrant sauce? Heck yeah! You really can't go wrong with pork belly bao buns and at this price tag, it's decent. Laughing Buddha is a place that I wouldn't mind trying again but with such great ramen spots around town, it's hard to dedicate stomach real estate space for Laughing Buddha. I would rather go off strip and get some noodz.

    Nastiest bowl of ramen I've ever had
    Rosie W.

    You've got to be kidding me. I don't know how this place has 4 stars. Did we just get 3 bad bowls of ramen??? It was the worst we've had! It literally tasted like water and noodles with zero flavoring. The instant noodles I make at home were much better. We tried to suck it up and had a few bites but even that was difficult. We had to send it back. Yuck.

    Tonkotsu
    Laya M.

    This is a ramen place in Proper Eats food hall in Aria. It was really great in a pinch when I was craving something warm and soupy but it wasn't the more flavorful ramen ever. However, there is tons of seating available at proper eats which was nice.

    tonkatsu ramen and pork belly bao bun: solid meal
    Josh B.

    Decent ramen spot located in the Proper Eats Food Hall in the Aria. Came here for dinner on a Monday night and the food hall wasn't too packed. My friend and I shared the Tonkatsu Ramen and an order of the Pork Belly Bao Bun. The ramen was pretty good, not the best ramen but it hit the spot. The bao buns were pretty solid. The most crazy thing about the meal was the fact that the fountain drink was $8. Make sure you get as many refills on your way out to make it your moneys worth. Overall decent spot! Lots of other options in the food hall too so a great option for a group of people.

    Tonkotsu
    Alizen R.

    Recently stayed at Aria and was excited to try out the Proper Eats Food Hall. I was intrigued by the store name and was excited to see a ramen shop because I love trying out tonkotsu everywhere I go. Because I was staying at the hotel, I ordered via the in-room tablet (which was really just a QR code to mobile order) and I charged it to my room. They gave me an estimated time of completion but was surprised that they finished it in half the time. While I certainly enjoy getting my meals early, I feel that if it wasn't sitting out for so long the temperature would have been perfect. In terms of flavor, the tonkotsu richness is there but not as creamy and thick as I would have liked. The noodles were also thick but cooked appropriately. I personally didn't like that they were stuck together as they typically are blanched together to keep their shape whenever they're being portioned out for orders. One thing I will say is that they did not skimp on the pork slices. It was certainly the most I have ever gotten in EVERY ramen shop I've been to in my lifetime so I very much appreciated that. Bamboo shoots were great. Everything was great. Overall they get a solid 4/5. I think if you're looking for moderately priced food this is a great option and I look forward to trying the rest of their menu out in the future. (20/50--2024)

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    Robin D.

    i got the ramen and it was super good! i'm eating here with my family and we all got the same thing. the ramen came out fast and i liked how we were order from the kiosk! the eating area is super nice and clean

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    Ask the Community - Laughing Buddha

    Is there a vegetarian ramen option?

    No. Even their broth is non vegetarian

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    Ramen Tatsu - Deluxe Ramen

    Ramen Tatsu

    4.4(1.1k reviews)
    3.0 miChinatown
    $$

    We stopped by Ramen Tatsu for dinner to celebrate Children's Day since Japanese ramen is my child's…read morefavorite food of all time. We ordered the tonkotsu ramen with an added egg and a side of karaage. Everything came out piping hot and absolutely delicious. The chashu was incredibly tender, and the ramen egg was perfect both in flavor and texture... perfectly soft boiled. The karaage was also amazing... juicy, flavorful, lightly crunchy, and very well seasoned. The service was wonderful as well. The sweet and friendly Japanese ladies taking care of us made the experience even better. Their pricing was also very reasonable. Two bowls of ramen plus an appetizer came out to less than $40 before tip, which felt like a great value for the quality and portion sizes. They're located in a busy mall with lots of surrounding businesses, so I can definitely see this place getting packed during peak hours. Definitely worth the visit!

    Smaller restaurant with about 9 tables or so. Service was friendly, and it wasn't busy at all on a…read moreTuesday around lunchtime. The takoyaki had a nice crisp to it; they seem on the smaller side, and there could've been a little more filling. I got the tonkatsu shoyu, and it was okay. The broth was a little bland the first few bites but then got a little too salty. The pork was tender but didn't have a lot of flavor. I added an egg, but it was overcooked, so that was disappointing.

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    Momofuku

    Momofuku

    4.1(4.7k reviews)
    0.2 miThe Strip
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    Takes reservations
    Large group friendly

    A buddy really wanted to try this spot as he was recently getting really into the chef David Chang…read more We made reservations and decided to give it a try. It was an incredible dining experience, and I would certainly recommend it The restaurant is located in the lovely Cosmopolitan Casino. We had a couple pre-drinks at the Chandelier Bar while we waited for our reservation. When we arrived we only waited a few minutes for them to prepare our table. The restaurant was packed. There's a surprising number of tables/and seating options. The restaurant is elegant and trendy. The lighting is very intimate, but it adds to the ambiance The menu offers a variety of unique and intriguing Asian-American-style delicacies. David Chang is a renowned chef, and everything we tried was incredible. The pork belly bao buns were one of my favorites. We ended up getting a variety of plates and sharing. For drinks they have signature and classic cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options The staff were incredible. Very efficient, professional, and friendly. Our food and drinks came out in a timely manner, and we were well taken care of Some tips: Definitely get a reservation. There is a chance that you will get a table as a walk-in, but not a 100% chance, and you will probably end up waiting a long time I would recommend doing what we did and grab a drink or two nearby while you wait I will say, there probably isn't a bad thing in this menu, but there also isn't much on here for the "picky eater." This is also a fine-dining Vegas experience, so, I wouldn't expect the most inexpensive prices. I wouldn't worry about any of that and just try as much as you can, share, and you will have an amazing time Cheers!!

    Vegas price for dirt flavor food…read more I've had this restaurant 4 years ago and was largely disappointed. I went this time again with my spouse and we both got a Tonkotsu Ramen, Pork Belly Bun, and a Yuzu Lemonade. The ramen tasted like cup noodles but the buns were at least decent. The lemonade was nothing special. The service was good but given the price and the quality of food, I couldn't care even if their service was superb. Save your money and your time, go somewhere else for ramen.

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    Izakaya Go

    Izakaya Go

    4.4(1.6k reviews)
    1.5 miChinatown
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    After a long night of walking the Las Vegas Strip and a few drinks in, my wife and I were just…read morelooking for something light before calling it a night. Somehow we stumbled into Izakaya Go, and let me tell you... this place is legit. First off, they have happy hour after 10 PM, which already makes it a win for late-night Vegas wanderers like us. Everything we ordered hit the spot. The tonkotsu ramen was comforting, rich, and flavorful. Exactly what you want after a long night out. The deep-fried shrimp and tuna were fried perfectly with a nice crisp texture. If it wasn't so late, I probably would've kept ordering more. But the real star? The Otoro (bluefin tuna belly) sashimi. Absolute must order. It literally melts in your mouth and had zero fishy smell, just pure buttery goodness. My wife isn't usually a sushi person, but she ended up loving it and ate way more than I expected. That alone should tell you something. If you're in Vegas and looking for a late-night Japanese spot that actually delivers, put Izakaya Go in your Yelp bookmarks. Your future late-night self will thank you.

    First time here we just showed up no reservations and got seated right away. Pretty cool spot and…read morethe foods were good. It's a very small seating capacity so if your with a group plan ahead and call them. The staff were attentive and efficient. Foods - pork belly, beef bento plate and sushi. Parking- ho all the way to the end facing their entrance they have plenty of space.

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