Delicious ramen!!! Went here for late lunch and was seated promptly. To start off, they gave us edamame which was really good. We ordered the spicy miso and braised chicken ramen bowls which were delicious. Packed with flavor and texture. The only hiccup was that there was a lipstick stain on one of their water jars.. but they replaced it upon notifying them. Overall experience was great. read more

Great spot very clean Ramen bowls were really really good. Although fried mushrooms left very evident taste of old oil and the fried mushrooms added to my Ramen and to my wife's Ramen we're not crispy they didn't like make them cooked well enough. Other than that the place is pretty good. read more

Something is up around here. Don't get me wrong. The food is still outstanding however the front of the house makes one scratch your head. The last few times we have been here a pattern has emerged. Service is painstakingly slow, no water on the table and now they dropped the edamame?! Servers are sloppily dressed milling around with no direction. If there was a manager on duty we could not find him/her. The female bathroom had cockroaches (wtf!) while the dining area was dirty with tables and chairs in desperate need of replacement. They do not have a kids menu which makes it sucks just that little extra. Food took forever and there was only a few tables occupied. Not sure what is going on but get it fixed please. We love your food but all this makes it unpleasant. read more

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Wow! I was very pleased with my meal. I ordered the Shoyu ramen and it was absolutely delicious. So flavorful, I wouldn't have changed anything. I wish I knew about this restaurant much earlier. My server, Younchul, suggested I order the ramen the way he enjoys it. And boy was this a great decision. Also, his service from the moment I walked in the door, absolutely met my expectations and more! Thanks. I'll be back soon, and I'll be sure to bring friends the next time. read more

Friendly, attentive staff provided quick service. The ramen was hot, savory, and delicious. The noodles were tender but not soggy or mushy, the bean sprouts and greens were fresh and generous. The meat was very tender and flavored throughout. It's a stand alone, unassuming building with entrances on the side and it's own parking lot. read more

Marumen - Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

The location of this place is kind of sacred hehe. But the food was very delicious. I loved the pork buns. The server girls are very quick and kind. The interior is pretty cute too. I would love to come back again! read more

Marumen - Pork bun - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Decent ramen for the northern Virginia area. We started with the pork buns, which were very good. The pork belly portion was thick, fatty, and marinated well. I wish the vegetables were pickled, but the juicy pork belly carried this appetizer dish. We ordered a shio ramen and shoyu ramen. The shio broth was very clean, but I wish it was thicker and fattier. The noodles are wavy and medium thick, which is the type I like, but they were a bit overcooked in my opinion. The pork belly was very good, and it was sweet which contrasts the salty broth. The medium boiled egg was perfectly cooked and marinated. The shoyu broth was clean as well, but to me there was too much soy sauce in it. Overall though, it's pretty good ramen. read more

Marumen was the first ramen shop I tried in nova! Coming back to it a few years later, it's still a very consistent ramen shop! I ordered the Shoyu ramen ($12) and it was perfect for a cold fall day. The broth was warm, noodles perfectly chewy, and it came with all the classic toppings ramen toppings at no extra cost. I love the complimentary edamame starter they serve as well. The service was so fast and the staff was very attentive! Would definitely recommend! read more

Marumen - Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Arrived on a Tuesday and had about a 20 minute wait. I was so happy to see people still crave ramen in the summer like myself. They do practice social distancing, masks and cleaning tables. Pork bun was delish! I had the shoyu ramen and was flavorful. I really enjoyed that the noodles were hotter than the broth. Will def be back again for ramen again! read more

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I love the army ramen. Spicy for sure. Came here on a Sunday afternoon after grocery shopping all morning and it was a worthwhile visit. My boyfriend and I got seated right away. The server gave us edamame as an appetizer on the house. It was good- served cold though. Nice salty/spicy seasoning on it. We both ordered the shoyu with chicken (substitute instead of pork) ramen and the army ramen. I thought the army was delightfully rich, salty, and spicy. My favorite dish of the two ramen that we ordered. The shoyu ramen was good- but broth was a little too much like regular chicken noodle soup broth.. so we mixed some of the army broth with the shoyu for better taste. Overall, the meal was a great deal and portions were way more generous than expected. Both our ramen were $12... And I got so much more in the army vs the shoyu!! All the ramen were priced at $12 which is a slightly cheaper than neighboring ramen places. Service was quick as well. read more

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They played early 2010's music and the staff were all very friendly and a vibe. The food came out quick and was amazing!!! Amazing vibes :)

We had the spicy miso ramen, and it was pretty good! I like how the add ins weren't as pricey as places we have been to in the past. This is a solid ramen place. read more

Probably one of the worst ramen experience ever ! Seriously do not understand how and why and what it is about this place that could receive a 4.5 star overall review on Yelp. The food is as disaster !!! 2 stars because service was great and staff are super nice and helpful but if your looking for good ramen forget it! Nothing was tasty... the broth was way too salty and one of the ramen we had literally had no taste and had to ask for chili oil to finish it. read more

Marumen - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Great location, friendly staff, very clean restaurant. Menu at first was a bit confusing to comprehend as it is not very detailed. Ramen was very yummy, I personally did not like the pork but my friend did- next time will try the chicken. I added mushrooms to mine which was very delicious. The spicy broth was phenomenal- great flavor and just enough spice! read more

Marumen - Complimentary edamame - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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Food was delicious, we ordered appetizers, rolled sushi, and the entrees. Sushi was decent, appetizers came out hot and excellent, hot noodles soup are good. Though I did not expect my seafood noodle soup to be the korean version known as Jjamboong, I would have preferred the Shoyu or spicy Miso better. Even my picky child had no problem gobbling his food. The service can be improved, the kid is still learning so be prepared to be patient. The restaurant is kept clean and the interior was pleasing to look at. read more

Definitely a Japanese Korean fusion restaurant. So don't expect all dishes to be Japanese style, even when the menu is not clear, it says some dishes are Korean but I ordered a pork donburi and wasn't expecting Korean spiced pork, I was expecting a soy sauce based dish. Masubi sushi tasted better than it looked, although the seaweed was very chewy and hard to bite off. I doubt they toasted the seaweed sheets at all. My friend was happy with her Yakisoba, though I have never seen peas in it before. Edamame, yes, peas, no. Restaurant is plain and booths somewhat uncomfortable. They are one piece with benches going in two directions, so every time the person at the table behind us moved, I got moved too, if I go again, I will ask for a table. read more

Food: For appetizers, we got the Pork Belly Bun and Seafood Okonomiyaki. The buns were not as soft as I was hoping, however, the pork belly was delicious. The okonomiyaki was a good size to share with the table, although I thought the ratio of pancake to seafood was a bit heavy on the pancake side. For entrees, we got the Seafood Ramen and Braised Short Rib Ramen. The noodles in the Seafood Ramen are slightly thicker than your traditional ramen noodles and well cooked. The broth was pretty concentrated and overall I liked it. The noodles in the Braised Short Rib Ramen are more traditional and the meat was extremely tender. We also got mushrooms, chashu, egg, and bamboo shoots on the side and they were delicious. Highly recommend asking for them on the side so you can add them into your ramen at your leisure. Experience: We went on a Friday around 5:45pm and it was not busy when we arrived. However, it did get pretty loud as dinner service went on because the place started to fill up. The service we received was phenomenal throughout the meal though! Value: We thought the food was priced as expected for dinner. I'd definitely suggest trying to make it for their happy hour Mon-Thurs from 3-6pm because select drinks and apps are about 1/2 off. PS: For you Groupon users, we were able to find a cash back deal on Groupon (30% back for the first use and 10% for the following uses) and I just linked to the credit card I paid with. read more

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This is our go-to ramen place! Delicious ramen and amazing pork belly. Convenient location in Fairfax. The prices are reasonable and what you would expect for ramen. The staff are friendly. You start with some free edamame. You can also request hot tea for free. Broth is good, although can sometimes be a little too salty. Definitely try the pork buns if you're craving more pork! Juicy and tender. read more

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Parking is really limited but I've always been able to find a spot luckily. The inside is cozy and seating can be limited but regardless, staff always ensures you're able to sit down as promptly as possible after making room and sanitizing the area (mote important now than ever). Marumen remains my go-to spot for ramen in the area. Once you're seated, you get water and edamame. If you want, you can order tea, which I often do. The main food options are ramen but they also offer tsukemen! My go-to is the spicy miso ramen because I love spice way too much but my favorite is actually the shoyu ramen. I've thoroughly enjoyed the various ramen options, including the curry ramen. For tsukemen, I like the astro boy tsukemen. When eating with friends, I'm not particularly picky but if I'm forced to choose, Marumen is among the few I actively fight for. When Jinya came into the area, people hyped themselves over it and Jinya is still delicious. You can enjoy both and I have but Marumen just hits different as true comfort food. The cozy atmosphere just feels right. I love it consistently and will always recommend it to friends. read more

Had a great time! Got the army ramen bowl, which was so big that I couldn't even finish it. It also tasted good, and was only $14, and the other people I came with got $12 bowls that were comparable as well. Highly recommend that anyone check this place out. read more

Pros: The shio, soyu and spicy miso ramen - Everything was very delicious - broth, slices of thick but tender chashu. The noodles and seasoned egg were good as well. The chicharron appetizer was crispy, crunchy and perfect. Some people like to toss them into the ramen broth. The spicy ichiban chicken bun was a nice suprise - it was like a spicy crispy orange chicken with vegetables in a bun. The seafood onomiyaki (Japanese pizza/ savory pancake) - not the best that I've had but many places don't have this dish so I'm just glad to be able to enjoy this. Also I loved how they give complementary small dish appetizer of edamame. Not every ramen place does this, so it helps make them distinct. Cons: One thing I don't recommend is the hashu chashu - it is way too cheesy. The flavor is lost in all the gooey cheese. Another item I don't recommend is the spicy seafood "ramen" - I typically finish my plate/bowl of food, but this was just not worth it. It tasted like one of those instant ramen soup base & it was with egg noodle instead of ramen noodle. It was huge bowl loaded with veggies and numerous baby-sized seafood (same ones that they would put on the okonomiyaki seafood pancake). That type of miniature seafood works for okonmiyaki... NOT ramen! Service was all right; mainly by young hipster Asian americans. Ambience was contemporary modern beautiful; the building was a former pizza hut. read more

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Reasonably priced! Great ambiance. Fast service. They have ample parking space. I was expecting the prices I saw online to have increased but nope! Prices are still the same. We had the spicy miso ramen (they are generous with the pork), braised chicken ramen (broth was great, chicken was a bit too sweet for my taste) and the karaage (HUGE portion! Enough for 4 people to share). Will def come back. read more

The best ramen I've ever had Flavorful. Great noodles. Nitamago is always on point. And I'd order those shiitake mushrooms to eat by themselves. The army is good. The chicken is so-so, good flavoring but tough. The karage is also delicious. Please come back to Sterling read more

Most of the time when I'm craving ramen in NOVA, I usually decide to come here. They give you a complimentary small plate of edamame, which you can ask for more. I usually order the miso ramen, since I like the broth more saltier. The chashu pork is thick, but super soft, so it melts in your mouth. I'm a little sad that this place doesn't offer takoyaki, but the karage (fried chicken thighs) makes up for it. The dish comes out fresh and hot. The outside skin is crunchy and the chicken is smooth, tasty, and not dry. I would definitely recommend trying this appetizer. There was something about the general atmosphere that I didn't really like and I didn't know how to describe it. I was reading some of the other reviews and apparently it was repainted from a previous Pizza Hut, which I totally see now. read more

Got the tsukemen (Godzilla), pork belly buns and spam musubi. Excellent and filling. Good flavor and spice. Noodles were on point. Top ramen spot for sure. read more

Decided to stop by a ramen place I've been to since high school, the taste and the feel never changed! Upon arriving to the restaurant, there was a lot of empty parking spaces and the restaurant was nearly empty to my surprise, since the ramen here is sooo affordable and so yummy compared to other ramen places in the area. They always start you off with seasoned edamame for snacking before your food comes out which I really love. For appetizers I got the karaage chicken and if I have to say, one of my favorite karaage in the area. You can tell they cooked it fresh when you can feel the crunch in the bite and the moisture in the chicken in combo with the sauce on top. A literal chefs kiss. For entrees, we got the spicy miso ramen and the shoyu ramen and they were both delicious as always! Broth is flavorful and the egg inside it was amazing. They also have a sushi bar that I couldn't order at the time because they have specific times when the sushi bar opens. I honestly feel a little sad now that this place isn't as lively as before, but hopefully this place gets more recognition back and more people would know about this affordable and authentic ramen place. I've always been a regular and will always continue to come back!! read more

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Not a fan... I found that The ramen is Too salty and not that great in terms of flavor. Pass.... read more

Marumen - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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We haven't been in a while and decided to visit recently. My pork bun was cardboard hard. I will not be returning.

Food was great until we noticed a hair in the chicken. Since the one dish had a hair, we checked the other and it has multiple small, curly hairs within the batter Both plates we returned They tried to give us" new "plates where we declined we bc the amount of hairs was very off-putting. From there nobody touched their food. No server came over , we were then ignored until we walked to the front. The one man claimed the multiple black hairs we saw we "shirt fibers" . They clearly looked like ones from a beard.. but everyone was bare faced.. which I brought to their attention which only brings one assumption.. pubic hairs. They argued with us and we're very firm the black hair like pieces in the chicken were fibers from a t shirt.. crazy. and our waitress agreed they were hairs. This place was filthy. Glasses dirty from the beginning. Try elsewhere if you're in the area read more

The standard soups on the menu are good. Short ribs soup chewy and lacks flavor. If you want children waiters/staff to run the place and not check up on you or give a damn about your experience, this is the place for you. Weak at best. read more

I have now been here twice. Once before COVID and once more recently. I've been impressed both times. As a ramen place, they definitely do not let you down with their flavors. When you enter and are seated, they present you with a free starter of seasoned edamame (which luckily for me, no one else is normally as huge of a fan so I get to enjoy the whole thing). The waiter is quick in coming to our table and, as pictured, I've ordered the Miso Ramen. It is definitely delicious, but I would definitely recommend going for the spicy miso ramen because that one is a total game changer. The only complaint, is that I really wish they gave you a whole egg instead of just one half. So when I get double egg it's only three halves and that just makes my brain (and tummy) a bit unhappy. If you do add toppings, like I did this past time with more egg, be careful as the costs can add up pretty quickly. The pork belly has been excellent both times I've gone. The location is easy to get to and there's always ample parking. The restaurant seems to be cleaned and waiters follow mask guidelines. You are socially distanced in table seating if you chose to dine-in and as of now only one of their locations, the Fairfax one, is open for dine-in. Overall, I would recommend this place if you're looking for some cozy ramen in this cold weather! read more

Marumen - Miso Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Helloooo hype foodie fans! Marumen has been such a staple for my ramen fixes for a while now. $12 for a bowl of ramen?? How insane! The noodles here are perfectly al dente, while the broth compliments it with its umami flavor. I love getting the spicy braised short rib with chashu :) The staff are nice and friendly here, and the food service is relatively quick as well. Anything with chashu is a MUST here! The chicken karaage and steamed buns are also surprisingly filling. This place is a MUST GO if you are a foodie. read more

Marumen - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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At least in America, there's a misconception about ramen. No, this isn't the 10 cent stuff that you get in a packet. This is the real deal. I've had ramen in Japan, and while this ramen might not ever compare, it is really high up there. LOCATION/AMBIENCE: The restaurant is located off Pickett right across from Home Depot. Parking is not too bad, even during their busy times. The decor is nice and sets the right atmosphere. FOOD: Start out with an appetizer such as the karaage. It's deep fried so perfectly, tossed in a super delicious sauce, and topped with bonito flakes. You can't go wrong with that. For your main course, go for the spicy miso ramen. Opt to add corn - it gives it a nice sweetness to balance the spicy. SERVICE: Generally quick, friendly, and attentive. There have been a few times when I've ordered an appetizer and it came out way after my ramen. That might have been an issue with the kitchen, possibly no fault of the wait staff. All-in-all, if you are craving ramen on a cold, rainy day, or even during the middle of the oppressively hot summer, visit Marumen. read more

Marumen - Delicious karage - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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Been here many times, from going with coworkers to going out with friends. Been here for both lunch and dinner, and I personally like the vibe for dinner better. It's just a darkish lit area with a very crowded vibe. Lunch tends to be more empty. Servers tend to be a bit busy, but they're pretty nice. I've only tried different variations of their ramen, and I personally don't recommend miso. Astro boy tasted interesting, and I personally like the bone broth the best. Their other options do run a bit salty. Also, add more toppings, the toppings they offer in the original bowl are very limited. They give decent sized portions, and their sides are pretty good. I like the okonomiyaki and fried chicken a lot, and they're also decently sized. Prices are what you would expect at a ramen place in this area. I personally would recommend here over a bunch of other ramen places in the area. Tip: I think you can get black tea for free. Also they're generally willing to give you more edamame if you ask. read more

Marumen - Miso ramen - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Great ramen! It's a classic go-to in the DMV area. Parking can be a little difficult to procure, but if you go a little before lunch hour (when we went), then it should be okay. The service was also very quick and accommodating. read more

Marumen - Karaage - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

A friend who lives in the area highly recommended Marumen and it did not disappoint. I had the spicy garlic miso ramen and my friend had the spicy pork hot stone rice bowl. They were both amazing. The spicy miso ramen broth was flavorful, the noodles were the perfect size and texture, I wanted to drink every last drop of broth it was so good. The spicy pork hot stone bowl was delicious. I will be back for sure. Tip, call ahead for a reservation or try to get your name on the list to minimize a wait. read more

Marumen - Spicy Miso Ramen. So good! - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Mmm, ramen. My husband and I make it a point to try a decent ramen places if they're available whichever city we visit. Marumen was exceptionally good with their tsukemen. I've seen tsukemen on few menus, but this was my first time having it because I saw 3 options for tsukemen. Unlike traditional ramen where the noodles are served in a bowl of broth, tsukemen consists of two items separated. The noodles are meant to be dipped in a broth/sauce. The portion at Marumen was generous and the spicy flavor of my Godzilla Tsukemen was on point without being too overwhelming. I salivate just thinking about the chewy noodles and how they taste with the dipping sauce. We had a few other items too like their Chicharrones and Ichiban wings. Chicharrones were super crunchy, but can be a little painful if you let it sit on your tongue like those fried shrimp crackers at a Chinese restaurant. The Ichiban wings were just ok. Service was alright. Food came out quickly and we probably sat there longer than we should, but they didn't give us a hard time for staying so long. Decor was simple and I have to give them props for doing a good job with their renovation of an old Pizza Hut building haha. I'd definitely come back for another bowl. read more

Marumen - Tsukemen ramen - Ramen Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Great ramen restaurant! My husband prefers Marumen over any other Ramen establishment in NOVA, he believes it to be more authentic than its competitors. This was our second time eating here, both times were during the week at peak times and both times we were seated immediately. We received complimentary edamame with chili seasoning which was a nice touch. We ordered the kaarage, Shoyu ramen, and the Shio ramen. I preferred the Shoyo ramen, the broth and noodles were perfect. I didn't love the chashu, the cut I received was too fatty for my taste. Out of the two ramens we ordered, the Shoyu broth tasted the best and had an overall better flavor. The kaarage was decent but not memorable in any way. I think it would be better with more sauce. Can't wait to come back and try the braised chicken ramen. read more

Very good ramen for the price. Ramens start at low 10s in terms if price and come with heaping portions. The seafood ramen was absolutely delicious, with lots of various shellfish creating the tasty broth. Ramen texture was on point, with the right texture and thickness. The army stew ramen my friend tried was also great, albeit with a simpler kimchi broth, and definitely well worth the price. The seafood okonomiyaki was $11, but was quite big and we couldn't finish it among 3 people with the already large portions of ramen. The ramen does come with more veggies than I would've liked but it was fine as it absorbed all the delicious broth. The one big complaint would be the lack of tonkotsu ramen on the menu, but in terms of both taste and value, what's on the menu is worth the rating. read more

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Website hours states 11am-11pm Friday and Saturday. My family walked in for dinner at 9:20pm on Friday night. We were told they were only doing takeout and would not seat us. Very disappointing. We have eaten here several times but we will not be returning. read more