Maru Ramen

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DISCLAIMER - I have dietary restrictions and allergies, which may have contributed to my experience at this restaurant. Prior to driving there, I call the restaurant to ask if they could accommodate me -- and they said yes. I got the chicken ramen and subbed for katsu protein, shrimp tempura, karaage and milk tea and my friend got the black garlic ramen. The karaage came out tossed in a an acidic sauce with sesame seeds -- almost like saucy wings. This caught me off guard because the menu does not indicate it would be covered in sauce -- and we didnt want it sauced. Shrimp tempura had 3 shrimps and the rest vegetables. Another surprise because the menu listed shrimp tempura as an item on its own, and then another line item for vegetable tempura. My assumption is this is a cost saving approach -- and while I have no problem with that, transparency would be good for customers. Just list out what is included in the dish so no one is surprised. The ramen was disappointing. The broth came out clear (like water -- i wouldnt dare compare it to pho because pho broth is packed with flavor). There was absolutely no flavor. It was the only ramen on the menu that I could have (again not what I was told when I called). I asked for soy sauce, chili oil and even dumped the leftover sauce from my tempura into the liquid broth and still it could not be saved. The black garlic broth was also bland. Neither of us finished the meal. Service was slow, only one girl working the entire dining room, (it was a weekend so packed). We waited for a while, they forgot my milk tea and it was impossible to flag the waitress until the very end. The only plus, they are extremely generous with the eggs. read more

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Raquel M.

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Nice atmosphere, very sparse inside but comfortable. I loved the gyoza, the spicy tonkatsu had the right amount of spice. I enjoyed the yaki udon, however the charsu did not have much flavor read more

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Jim M.

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The spicy tonkatsu is fantastic. I tried the grapefruit tea today - it was delish. Don't leave without trying the pork bun appetizer. read more

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Carissa L.

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First ramen experience and it was sooo good!! We got the: spicy edamame- delicious shrimp and veggie tempura- amazing, hot & fresh, had a great texture pork gyoza - so fresh and delicious Tonkotsu ramen - incredible, bold flavor 10/10 recommend due to great food, service was super fast and the place was really cozy and quaint. read more

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Jailyn C.

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Welp, I've finally tried Maru Ramen. After saying ive wanted to try it for the last almost 3 years lol. I love the ambiance of this place. it has the vibe of a mom and pop restaurant, which is what i love. The service was great, im terrible with names, i have no idea who helped me. But he was very attentive and helped me pick out my ramen being yhat it was first time being here. I can say ive tried different ramen places and this definitely one of my favorite and i will definitely being coming back. P.s. the pork buns were really good, I tried pork buns at another restaurant and they were cold. But these were not, the buns was soft and warm. The slice of pork was good and tender. read more

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Veremundo D.

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The food here was fresh and costumer service was ok. I won't go out of my way to compete here but it's ok. read more

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Keven W.

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We went here during lunch with an outing. I ordered the chicken katsu for $15 dollars and then got some appetizers with the gyoza. The food was alright, the chicken was on a little on the dry side. I wish they gave us more curry sauce as there were more rice at the end. Overall, I would come back here again. read more

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Bryant H.

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Came with my wife and two kids to grab a quick bite. We loved the food, even my son who can be a bit picky sometimes, cleared his plate. Food wasn't very expensive and you can tell the owner had a lot of pride in his restaurant. If I could add a suggestion: a changing table in one of the restrooms would be helpful for families with babies. read more

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Polo T.

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Great service and delicious food. Place looks dark like is closed but it is not, pull the door hard. read more

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I come here very often throughout the week. Definitely very good authentic ramen. The owners of this place are truly amazing and care about all the customers. Can't wait to return read more

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Daniela T.

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Cute and cozy spot! Interesting seats, not necessarily comfortable. They give you two options to choose for the noodles. Ramen is fairly bland, something is missing in the broth. I was able to fix it by requesting some of the spicy paste they offer. Servers are not that attentive unfortunately. read more

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Andrea H.

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The food here is delicious, but plan to come here on a weekday late in the afternoon when they aren't busy. We came during the Lunar New Year celebrations when the City of Richardson was having a festival in the Chinatown plaza where this restaurant is located. The restaurant was packed! We sat in the waiting area for 20 minutes before a table cleared. Once seated, we ordered drinks and foods immediately, but waited at least an hour for our hakata noodle ramen to show up. The food was delicious, but the wait was so long, we missed the entire festival taking place outside. It was chilly inside. Our table was near the kitchen and the front door, but even when the door wasn't open, it was quite cool inside. I'm guessing they had the air circulating for the wait staff and kitchen crew who were probably hot from running around all day serving everyone. It wouldn't have been so bad if we could have received our ramen sooner so that we could warm our insides with hot broth. The food was delicious, well my spicy tonokata was delicious. It was flavorful without being so spicy that your nose started running. lol! The hakata noodles were plentiful and delicate enough that you could break them without slurping continuously for five minutes. Ha ha ha! Seriously, I was super happy with the tangled nest of noodles. There were a lot! That made me very happy. Waitstaff were nice, apologetic about the wait, good about refilling our drinks on a regular basis. Price was about $44 with drinks. Not cheap, but average for the area. I would come back, but definitely in the off season. read more

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David R.

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The ramen was so great, great customer service and atmosphere! Most definitely coming back!

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Lucie N.

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FOOD Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen - Great dish overall! The ramen noodles are great consistency that had a bit of chewiness and bounce to it (Sapporo Noodles). The dish was a bit on the spicier side but perfect for colder weather. Broth was super yummy and not too salty. The chashu was super tender and yum. The egg was a bit more on the cooked side so the yolk was not runny but it still had great taste! Presentation is also very nice. Definitely recommend this place! VIBES Seating consists of chairs and tables as well as long wooden benches. Tables are great size and fit food well. I didn't feel squished and layout gives nice space. Decorations are nice! A bit more on the casual atmosphere side but great for eating with friends, meetups, family meals, and pretty much any occasion to get ramen. SERVICE Service was great! They checked in on us often and refilled water quickly. No complaints here! read more

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Kimberly E.

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A clean and comforting aesthetic right as you walk in. Great service, and a fun variety of food options. We got an appetizer of pork buns, and the texture combination was perfect. Soft bun and chashu with a delicious crunch of carrot and cucumber. The vegetables and soy glaze added a hint of sweetness to the char of the chashu. The ability to choose your noodle type was something I love because my husband likes thick curly noodles (Sapporo style) while I love the thin noodles (Hakata). Thick slices of chashu and a light flavorful Tonkotsu broth. Between my spicy tonkotsu and my husbands black garlic tonkotsu, his garlic ramen would be our suggestion. read more

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Asia W.

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This place has a very calm and eye pleasing aesthetic, but the food was BOMB! I got the Shoyu (chicken broth) with chicken which came with egg, blanched spinach, shallots, green onions and I added woodear mushrooms. I forgot to ask for no eggs but I easily removed them. This was my first time having blanched spinach. It was a good flavor but chewier than expected for my texture people. The broth was very flavorful and delicious. I got the Sapporo noodle which is my favorite. I also tried the chicken karrage (sp?) (fried chicken). It had a great flavor and was well cooked. The coating isn't crispy though and had a drizzles of some sauce. I didn't mind the flavor of the sauce because it wasn't strong enough for me to notice. I also intentionally chose pieces without much sauce on it though. Also big thank you to the staff! They were so kind when my guest and I overstayed our welcome. (I'm sorry again!) I will definitely be going back. read more

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Daniela T.

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Man, oh man, were my expectations high based on the amount of reviews I thought I was in for a treat ! I'm leaving hungry and disappointed! Let's start with the edamame. We ordered spicy.. they threw crushed red peppers on it and called it a day. What the heck is that? The ribs were overcooked, and well, yeah, you can see the photo. Now, the ramen.... It has 0 taste. Like, if you purchase the boxed ramen broth at the grocery store, throw noodles in, that's what you just paid for. The chashu was disgustingly cold and so chewy it felt like rubber with again 0 taste. The ambiance is alright, quiet, and the seating isn't too bad , spread out and decent. The service was eh, nothing special and nothing poor. read more

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Tasha V.

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Just stumbled across this place while trying to find a place to eat dinner on vacation. It was absolutely delicious! We had the black garlic ramen, pork buns, tonkatsu ramen & shoyu ramen. All the broth was full of flavor. Pork bun was delicious with crisp vegetables for a crunch. The gyoza dipping sauce was perfect. read more

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Julie L.

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Pretty decent ramen. I think the flavor is there and there's not too much going on in the bowl, which I liked. The menu is simple and the atmosphere is cozyish. Service is okay- I think they're all students. Worth trying if you're nearby! read more

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Andy M.

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My first two experiences at Maru Ramen were positive but the last couple of times I have came here; I have been incredibly disappointed with the service and food. The last time I came to have a bowl of ramen, my boyfriend and I were looked at as we walked in then ignored for a couple of minutes. When someone did help us, we were sat at a dirty table when there were other tables available. I kindly asked to be moved to another table and they were not happy with my request, but they did move me. We ordered some fried gyoza (which was delicious) but the dipping sauce was not good at all. It felt like they just poured old soy sauce into a bowl. The ramen noodles and brother were amazing, but the pork belly could be worked on. Despite not having a great experience this past time, the restaurant is modern and clean. The tables are unique as they are are all wood; but the only downside of everything is how close they are together. You have a difficult time pulling out the benches if there is another party behind you. read more

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Jessy J.

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Highly recommend the Takoyaki and the spicy tonkotsu ramen was delicious! Staff was fast, friendly. Cute little place great for a date or family dinner. Had to fight for parking though. read more

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German R.

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Great ramen and excellent hot teas. It was cold and wet outside and my wife was a bit under the weather and this place hit the spot. It's in a very Asian influenced shopping center, and the reviews make this place standout. Decor-minimalist at its finest, haha. These people did not spend much on decor, and the people keep on coming, so the food must be good. Service-was ok, nothing to write home about, but nothing to complain about either. Food-solid Ramen and Gyoza, but what I really liked was the hot teas. The Grapefruit and honey teas was amazing and I would get it again in a heartbeat. All in all, good place with solid food options. read more

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When I first stepped into the restaurant I was amazed by how beautiful the decorations are and how the place is such an amazing vibe. The waitress does an amazing job of serving you and checking on you throughout your time there and the food is even better. The food is served so fresh and hot with an immaculate flavor to it, every bite has a burst of flavor within. This is definitely my go to ramen spot! read more

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Gyu S.

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hands down my favorite ramen stop in all of dfw (to my taste) my go to is the shoyu ramen with hakata noodles and woooow it's mouthwatering. and just when i thought nothing could get better than the ramen and pork gyoza, i recently got the chicken tonkatsu and WHOA! best ever. will be coming back very soon to indulge myself again. service is always well mannered, helpful, and quick. ambience is cool and i love the seating options read more

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Jolene J.

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Solid bowl of spicy tonkotsu that definitely numbed my tongue with each additional slurp! It may not look it but don't be fooled, the spicy tonkotsu is definitely quite spicy! The takoyakis were one of the best also! I went with a group of 4 and the servers handled our split bills wonderfully. Right now they're running a special where if the table orders $80+ then you get a gift (for the table) which was a nice surprise! read more

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Nahreen A.

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Walked in the restaurant on Friday night and it was busy. Ended up waiting 30 minutes to be seated. There was a party after us that was seated first then us which was fine since we were seated right after but our table wasn't wiped down. We were seated and we gave our order and drinks since we were waiting so long we knew what we wanted. Almost 10 minutes later still waiting for our drinks the appetizers came. The pork buns were bland do not recommended. They taste like I was biting into just cucumber. The gyoza was not crispy but soft like it was left out and also it was cold when we bite into it. Which makes me think someone ordered it and didn't take it or they made multiple and waited for someone to order it. Flavoring for the pork was okay. When we received the appetizers another server came and asked if we got water which I stated no we got soda which we got two minutes later. This was to the point where I knew they did not care not once did someone ask if we needed anything. Also the appetizers were given and 2 minutes later we got our ramen. Not enough time was given to at least finish our food. The ramen was okay. Very mild flavoring not enough broth. There was a good amount of noodles but you could not use the spoons to get any broth since there was barely any. Overall this was a disappointing experience it felt more in and out service eat quick and leave. read more

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Bobby L.

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The tonkata ramen/super bowl ramen was terrific and made just right to my taste. I love the gyoza too and the atmosphere of the restaurant made it a delight to dine. The wait staff was quite friendly and terrific! read more

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Ebone' W.

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Of course...I wanted Ramen and I saw good reviews here when looking on yelp in search for a place. I was immediately seated and given water which I killed. I guess my body was like 'BOUT TIME' you hydrate me. Por server refilled that glass about 5 times...so much so, I apologized. Lol. She was cool with it though. Now the food; 3 stars because I wanted a more "punch" in the broth. I got the spicy tonkotsuz but it wasn't spicy and the Chashu was a little too tough for my liking. I appreciated that they allowed me to sub the value of my omitted egg for something else, so major props for that. I checked in yelp and got free pork Buns (which were good) and the gyozas were good too. I ate everything, and was satisfied. I'd return and try something different. read more

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Ronular J.

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Amazing food and wonder service. One of the best ramen spots in Dallas. Great atmosphere and interior.

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Megan M.

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Loved this place! The pork buns were so delicious!!!!! The egg in the ramen...so yummy,..get two!!!! Clean and cute inside as well! Best ramen I've had so far is here read more

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Case W.

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The wife and I stumbled on this place while caught in a heavy rainstorm. We couldn't imagine a better pit stop - tasty, warm ramen. Our server was a very pleasant and attentive young man and the ambiance was modern, cute, and clean. The ramen was excellent, with good proportions and we appreciated the tea eggs which had been seasoned with soy sauce and cooked to a perfect soft boil. The gyoza was nice and crispy and the fried chicken was very well seasoned with a light ginger glaze Highly recommend! read more

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Hoa L.

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Average ramen and good service. It's in a convenient location with ample parking. It's a basic ramen shop, but don't expect deep flavors in your soup. Miso and tonkotsu soup were basic and noodles average. You know you are eating ramen, but you probably won't be dreaming about the soup and pork chashu. The inside is very modern and clean with plenty of light and small tables perfect for small groups. I would not order the takoyaki as I've had it better elsewhere. read more

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Khoa T.

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We tried Maru Ramen first time today. I ordered pork buns, spicy tonkotsu and creamy miso. The food is good. I really like my spicy tonkotsu ramen. My wife got miso, but she like my tonkotsu more than her miso ramen. If you live In Richardson area, I definitely recommend Maru ramen. read more

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Andrea A.

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Food was hot and fresh and yummy! Service was great. Great calm and clean atmosphere read more

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Merin A.

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Food was great but customer service was horrible. The server at the front was not welcoming and pretty much try to send us away because it 30 mins til closing. read more

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Becca L.

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best chicken katsu and ramen place in the area!! everyone I take here always ends up wanting to go back.

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Jim S.

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First time here. Had the Ramen with black oil and the Fried Ramen. Both were really good. The tempura banana desert topped it all off. Our waiter was very good, attentive but not at the table every second. Nice calming atmosphere. Will be back again. read more

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Ramen is top notch! But don't forget to try their Pork Buns! So good! Ambiance is laid back and prices are fair! read more

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400 N Greenville Ave
Ste 26
Richardson, TX 75081
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(972) 792-8888
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Hours

What time does Maru Ramen open?

Maru Ramen opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Maru Ramen opens at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Maru Ramen close?

Maru Ramen closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Maru Ramen closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Maru Ramen take Bitcoin?

No, Maru Ramen does not take Bitcoin.

Does Maru Ramen take credit cards?

Yes, Maru Ramen takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Maru Ramen have catering options?

No, Maru Ramen does not have catering options.

Does Maru Ramen have a happy hour?

No, Maru Ramen does not have a happy hour.

Does Maru Ramen serve alcohol?

Yes, Maru Ramen serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Maru Ramen allow dogs?

No, Maru Ramen does not allow dogs.

Does Maru Ramen have TVs?

No, Maru Ramen does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Maru Ramen have bike parking?

No, Maru Ramen does not have bike parking.

Does Maru Ramen have outdoor seating?

Yes, Maru Ramen has outdoor seating options.

Does Maru Ramen have parking?

Yes, Maru Ramen has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Maru Ramen wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Maru Ramen is wheelchair accessible.

Does Maru Ramen have free WiFi?

Yes, Maru Ramen has free WiFi.

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A restaurant that redefines the traditional Asian noodle house

History

Established in 2015.

Formerly Old Taro Restaurant, Maru Ramen is a bold new interpretation of the Asian noodle house. With a complete interior redesign and updated cuisine, Maru Ramen aims to be the best Ramen spot in the city.

Meet the Business Owner: Nicole W.

Nicole works hard to bring the best in Asian cuisine to your table

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Moriya Shokudo

4.6(194 reviews)

2.8 mi•North Dallas

Dropped by with some friends when an event ended nearby and was pleasantly surprised. I've had…read moreplenty of Americanized ramen and been to Japan myself and this place impressed me more than expected. I got the Tonkotsu mild and it wasn't spicy at all to my delight. It had spinach, which wasn't traditional, but I enjoyed it all the same. The chashu was good (my only complaint is that I was having trouble biting it off!), the broth was rich, and the noodles had good texture. Plus it was slightly cheaper than other ramen in the area! The vibe was cute, mildly traditional ramen shop with Ghibli movies playing and smelling great. I'd say the service was a little slow and inattentive as my only complaint. I'll for sure be bringing others back!

Great dishes as usual! Added a tiny bit of salt to get ramen to be rich and more flavorful~!…read more Service was okay, wish it was like Japan where you order and grab a seat. Only time we saw waiter was ordering, dropping off food/water, and the check. Still, some of the best ramen

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Oni Ramen

3.7(191 reviews)

3.6 mi

A coworker and I came here for lunch and we both ordered the Reaper Ramen. This is easily our…read morefavorite ramen spot so far. Other places tend to serve thin slices of pork belly, but Oni Ramen gives you nice, chunky cuts that really stand out. My coworker even added extra pork belly. We both ordered it at the hot level and it was awesome--definitely did not disappoint once again. The young lady who served us was friendly, attentive, and great to deal with. We love this place and will definitely be back.

Didn't really enjoy my experience at Oni in Richardson, unfortunately…read more There is a kiosk to order your food and they bring it out to you once it's ready. There were only like 2-4 other people dining at the restaurant at the time we visited, so it wasn't more than a 5-10 minute wait. When my ramen came, I noticed dried up food on the outside of my bowl, and the ramen (Oni Reaper) was not my favorite. The broth almost tasted cheesy. I also tried the broth of the rich tonkotsu (not pictured) and it lacked flavor. I'll probably give the deep Ellum location a try... eventually.

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Yoshi Shabu Shabu

4.4(1.6k reviews)

1.6 mi

First time trying Shabu Shabu and we are sold! Not only was the food fire but the service was A1…read more (Shout out to Brenda who did a live demo and walked us through step by step!). We ended up choosing the following: -Shrimp Tempura (3/5): standard tempura but a little heavier than I'm use to. -Fries (5/5): seasoned well and crispy! -Soup Base: Sukiyaki (sweet & sour) and Tonkatsu (creamy pork broth). Our fav was the Sukiyaki. -Meats: A5 Wagyu, Wagyu Toro, Pork Belly, green mussels and Salmon Rose. Fav- Wagyu Toro. -Noodles: Ramen (thin) A casual vibe to the Resturant but still nice. Went during a slower time so it was perfect. Will definitely return!

I've been coming here on and off for 10 years. It's delicious. Very friendly staff and great…read morequality food :)

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Mr Max

3.9(49 reviews)

2.4 mi•North Dallas

Finally got to try Mr Max after living here for almost 6 years. I was never able to get into the…read moreIrving location as it was just too busy. The stars were aligned correctly and I was able to come to the Richardson location right when it opened. As someone that's a huge fan of Izakaya's - Mr Max did leave a little bit to be desired. Food quality was great, don't get me wrong - however I feel like for the cost, the portions are a little bit on the small side. The menu is also a little limited - this location has been open a while already so I assume they aren't going to expand the menu beyond whatever is already on there. I guess I've just been spoiled with other Izakaya's having pages upon pages of things to choose from. The dining area is quite nice, though I heard the og Irving location has tatami style seating - which this one does not. Not a deal breaker for me. Staff was nice and restaurant was clean, just wish their portion sizes were at least a little more "Texas" sized for the price. Other diners I went with said the noodles are better at the Irving location but I can't speak to that as I've never been there. All in all still a nice dining experience.

Love the new location of Mr Max - since they opened last year we've been at least 5 times and IMO…read morethe quality is as good as the original location in Irving (which also happens to be our favorite Japanese spot in the metroplex). The ambience is definitely less classic izakaya style (no taking your shoes off or sitting at the bar watching the chefs work in the kitchen), but all of our favorite dishes that we've tried at the Richardson location have been spot on. We like to do shareable small plates style, even for the "bigger" entrees like ramen and the house curry, and we're always stuffed at the end of our meal. Service is pretty good and personally I love that this location is much closer to where we live and usually also much less busy than the OG location; better for us to walk in whenever we want :) Can't wait to return soon!

5 Kind Sashimi

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Akaya Sushi, Izakaya & Ramen

4.0(204 reviews)

2.8 mi•North Dallas

We ordered food for to go. Packaging was nice…read more Godzilla roll was delish , even the next day it was still crispy. It was rolled then deep fried. The food was really fresh, you could tell the cooks passion from the food taste. Unagi don - eel over rice. It was good, then again I don't know how anyone can botch this dish. It was tender, good quantity of eel, they didn't skimp on the eel. Miso soup was ok , not watered down. Some places actually water down their soup, not this restaurant. Please come and support this local business

My friend and I went in during a weekday lunch. There were only a couple other guests aside from…read moreus, but service was still slow. That being said, the sushi was pretty decent! There is a generous amount of fish and less rice, which is what I prefer. The cuts of fish are also generously sized for the nigiris. The seafood was pretty fresh and good for the price. Overall, not my favorite sushi I've ever had, but I still enjoyed my meal.

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Yatai Ramen Izakaya

3.8(453 reviews)

5.7 mi

We visited on a Monday evening with a party of 6. We called ahead and were told a table would be…read moreready, but when we arrived, the server still had to push tables together for us. The restaurant wasn't busy at the time, so it was no big deal, but worth noting. The service was actually the highlight of the night, and earned this review one additional star simply because of the effort involved. Else it would be a 3 star review. There was only one server running the entire front of house while the restaurant got progressively busier, and only two chefs in the kitchen. Despite being swamped, the server worked her tail off. She didn't mess up a single order for our large group and kept things moving. I greatly appreciated her hard work. Appetizers (5/5): The wait for food was noticeable due to the staffing, but the appetizers were worth it. We ordered the Edamame, Yatai Gyoza, Agedashi Tofu, and Takoyaki, and all of them were delicious. Entrees (3/5): Unfortunately, the main courses were a bit basic compared to the starters. The Tonkotsu Ramen was strictly average; I've definitely had better broth and noodles elsewhere. If you are looking for the top-tier quality izakaya, Mr. Max Izakaya in Irving is hands down better option. However, you have to wait an hour for a table there.

Yatai is part of a large plaza filled with other restaurants, hot pots, grocers, and a Tai Kwondo…read moredojo. We had scouted it out online, looking for a ramen place near where we were staying in Plano. Unassuming on the front, the inside is an amazing atmosphere with a vibe straight from a Shinjuku street stall. The wait staff was polite, and very nice. The chef was working away inside the replica street stall. The food arrived quickly, and was delicious! So much flavor! Everything new was somehow even better than the dish we tried before it. So good, so tasty! If we come back for another visit, Yatai is now on our list of restaurants to eat at again!

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Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar

4.3(375 reviews)

5.3 mi

We finally got to check out Loro for family dinner and absolutely loved it! This restaurant is the…read moreperfect mix of Asian and smokehouse flavors! As soon as we sat down we ordered a round of drinks (my lychee martini was DELICOUS) and a Chicken Karaage. Unfortunately, we quickly noticed that there was a hair in the chicken. We let our waitress know and they were quick to replace the dish for us, no questions asked! The flavor of the karaage was delicious so definitely glad they were quick to fix this issue. One of the people dining with us has a serious fish allergy and the restaurant staff was super accommodating and found something that he could have off the menu. They went so far as to remove the glaze from the brisket since it included fish sauce. Overall the food and the drinks were delicious and the staff was great! We will definitely be back to try more of the menu and enjoy their outside dining area when the weather is nice!

I wanted to stop by here for Happy Hour. This location had plenty of free parking and seating…read moreinside and outside. Happy Hour is Monday-Friday daily from 2p-6p. I really wanted to like this spot but I'm not sure if I would come back. The service was good, but I wasn't too fond of my HH items. I'm a big fan of mango cocktails but this one just fell flat to me. I did enjoy the pulled pork slides. Wish it came with three sliders instead of two. I was expecting more queso and chips since it wasn't on the HH menu but regular appetizer menu. The wings were just okay. Nothing else really caught my attention that I wanted to try.

Bar seating

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Ramen Belly

4.6(18 reviews)

4.8 mi

Spacious & airy interior; back area can host big parties & patio seating available…read more Appetizers - summer salmon salad (good tongue twister) & karaage with choices of dipping sauce & either kale or taro chips with parmesan. The karaage really didn't need any sauce, tasted fine by itself. The taro chips were quite addictive, good for scooping the salad. Miso ramen broth was not too creamy; pork belly was a little bit on the leaner side. Abura ramen (brothless) is a nice option during hot weather - ginger garlic sauce gave the noodles good flavor since it's broth-less & the noodles weren't drenched; the tonkatsu had a nice crisp. Other sauce & protein options available as well. Will try other menu items next time!

Visited Ramen Belly a while back during their soft opening and the overall experience was decent --…read morefood was good for the most part, and the staff were attentive throughout. Upon entering the restaurant, we were led to a kiosk to place our order before sitting down at a table. We ordered the potstickers, abura ramen (brothless), and ramen in a blanket (ramen sandwiched between two tonkatsus), plus they gave us an order of the short ribs on the house! To start, the potstickers were very good and I liked that the filling was braised pork as opposed to the traditional ground pork, but the short ribs were on the tougher side. Moving onto the ramens, I really enjoyed my abura ramen; the flavors were great and the house pickles were a refreshing touch! However, while the ramen in a blanket is a unique take, we wish there was some sort of dipping sauce on the side because the tonkatsus were a bit bland otherwise.

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Sushi Yokohama

4.3(790 reviews)

5.4 mi•North Dallas

Great lunch special and really great home made style sushi for a great price!…read more We will definitely be coming back!!

What an excellent find food was amazing nice clean fresh sushi service was awesome kind very…read morerespectful and knowledgeable about the menu I will definitely come here again. Fried rice was amazing the few sushi rolls we've ordered the phenomenal the shrimp emperor was nice and light and too heavily battered. Don't forget about their ice cream sandwiches well done a nice touch at the end

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Nora Asian Fresh

3.8(41 reviews)

1.7 mi

My family has ordered many things from this place. I am greedy and wish the portion was bigger, but…read moreit also means that the food was really tasty. Pot Stickers Beef Broccoli Orange Chicken Teriyaki Chicken Egg Rolls Fried Rice - Beef/Chicken

Jerry: This place looks sketch. Jeanne: Some of the best…read morefood are in hole in the walls. Located in Richardson on the NE corner of E Arapaho and N Plano Rd, this location of Nora Asian Fresh is nestled between Best Donuts and a Nails & Spa. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, this franchise has 15 locations in Arizona and 3 in Texas (Richardson, Plano, Austin). I'm not sure how long this location has been opened, but the very small shoppe corner that they're in appears to dated and doesn't scream "come have dine here". But as the old adage goes, looks can be deceiving. The dining area is simple yet inviting with the unique wood like vertical panels filling the entire far wall. There are no booths, just table and chair throughout. You place your order at the counter using the large digital menu on the wall. After placing your order you can help yourself to their drink station then pick your table. They will soon bring your meals to your table. As noted in their name, Nora Asian Fresh prides themselves on making everything fresh daily. I saw the young lady who was taking orders in the back making dumplings when I went to ask for take out containers. Their menu provides a nice mix of "fusion" dishes which really just means they have a little bit of everything. Their appetizer menu includes such items as eggrolls, edamame, dumplings, jalapeno poppers and squid salad just to name some. Their Bowl meals which come with steamed rice include orange chicken, teriyaki chicken, broccoli beef, pork katsu with curry, teriyaki salmon as well as poke or unagi bowls. On the Ramen & Asian list are miso, tonkotsu or seafood ramen, fried rice, chow mein chicken, chicken biryani, pad thai and Malaysian noodle. Finally there's a long list about 30 different sushi rolls. Jerry and J ordered the Orange Chicken Bowl. Katie tried the chicken fried rice. Jeanne got the Pad Thai and I tried the Malaysian Noodle (of course). We also tried their chicken egg rolls and chicken dumplings. Egg rolls and dumplings: Both were a tad overcooked and their skins were just a little too dry and crunchy. They should've been taken out of the fryer about 30 seconds earlier. The fillings were delicious and they were served with dipping sauces. Orange Chicken Bowl: Presentation was nice with fresh boiled broccoli in a large bowl. Both said it was good. J said "It was pretty good best I've had in a while. It wasn't too sweet and had good flavor." I tried some and I agreed. It was overly battered like some places like to make it and the taste on it was delicious. Not overly sweet and was even a little tart. Yom Yom Yom. It was a large portion, but J finished the entire bowl. Jerry and the rest of us had enough for another meal. Chicken fried rice: I didn't get to taste, but it looked good. Katie like everything about it except the way the chicken was cooked. Note that Katie is very particular about her the way she wants her chicken cooked. Also a large portion. Pad Thai: Noodles, shredded carrots, green onions tossed in a wok and garnished with fresh bean sprouts and crushed peanuts, Jeanne enjoyed it but was surprised they didn't ask how spicy she wanted it. Malaysian Noodles: I guessed from the photos in the menu that this was Char Kway Teow and I was right. It is a popular Malaysian stir-fried noodle dish using flat rice noodles. Their cook did an excellent job. It had a nice smoky with a savory sweet taste. It is tossed in a wok with eggs, bean sprouts, chives and in my case, shrimp. It was outstanding! Yom Yom Yom Yom. There are many other "Malaysian" dishes, but if you have to choose only one to put on your menu, this would be a good choice and they do it quite well. Personally I could eat there every week especially since they have so many other dishes to sample. But unfortunately I live 639 miles away. Thanks for a nice lunch Nora!