Menya is one of those places that never disappoints. The noodles are insanely fresh -- perfectly chewy and springy -- and the broth is rich, flavorful, and super comforting without being too heavy. You can tell everything's made with care. I got the Tonkotsu ramen and it was amazing -- deep pork flavor, silky texture, and just the right amount of saltiness. The tsukemen (dipping noodles) is also a must-try; that dipping broth is pure umami heaven. The shop itself is clean, modern, and has a chill vibe. The staff are always friendly and quick, even when it's busy (which it usually is -- definitely worth the wait though!). Portions are generous, prices are fair, and you leave feeling full and happy. Whether you're a ramen lover or just craving a comforting bowl of noodles, Menya is one of the best in Honolulu. Must-try: Tsukemen, Tonkotsu ramen, and their spicy miso if you like a little kick! Con: Parking is not the greatest for this restaurant. Only street parking is available so try to go during non popular hours. read more

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This was one of the first authentic ramen spots that came to hawaii after goma tei and it was a welcomed!! They used to be my favorite ramen spot but then a bunch more started coming (Wagaya, Noods, Onoya, Junpuu, ex.) but they still make an exceptional ramen. I usually go with the pork kakuni black tokotsu ramen add ajitama, the broth is rich and more on the thicker side but it is delicious!! Add the perfectly cooked soft boiled ajitama with the melt in your mouth kakuni, I could go for a bowl right now! One thing you must add is in the garlic shrimp bao bun, don't be discouraged by then, it's one of the best things your gonna put in your mouth here, they used a soft shelled shrimp that can be eaten WHOLE, topped with a great garlic sauce and perfectly complimented with a nice honey mustard sauce, it's a must get whenever you come here. Theyre also know for their tsukemen with is a dipping style noodles with a more concentrated broth which equally as delicious as any other ramen, just depending on what you're craving. This is a small shop located in a small building at the end of Pensacola street, there is very minimal parking so try to get there earlier, and try not to park across the street because they do tow. If you're craving ramen in the ala moana area, this is my highly recommended spot, give em a try. read more

Menya le Nood - Garlic shrimp bao - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Tried the pork kakuni tsukemen and it totally hit the spot. The noodles had that perfect chewy texture and held up really well in the broth -- no sogginess even toward the end. The dipping broth was rich and savory with a deep pork flavor, but not overwhelmingly heavy or salty. The kakuni was the star though. Super tender, melt-in-your-mouth soft with just the right balance of fat and lean. It added so much depth to each bite when you dipped the noodles and grabbed a little piece of pork with it. Portion size was satisfying and everything tasted fresh and well thought out. Definitely a comforting, crave-worthy dish I'd come back for, especially if you're in the mood for something hearty but still refined. read more

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Checked this spot out and it was a little hidden gem. Came here for lunch with a friend and the ramen was delicious! I love gyoza and this hit the spot! It's a small little place, so seating can be tough if it's during lunch/dinner times. Parking is scarce, but there is parking right in front. Definitely plan to be back! read more

Menya le Nood - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Went for the first time. Low-key and not too crowded. Service was great. I ordered salads tsukemen with sesame broth. It was yummy. I would try it again with different broth next time! read more

My husband and I came here at 5pm on a Thursday! We were seated right away. We both ordered the tonkatsu and the gyoza. Everything tasted fresh and portions were fair. I will definitely be back! read more

My wife wanted to go Lin's Hawaiian Snack Shop to pick up some Lemond Peel. I wanted to have noodles for lunch. I told her let's try Menya Le Nood if we could find parking. Well, we lucked out. Hadicap street parking a few feet down from the restaurant. Menya is small restaurant with a Japanese flair. Metal stools and bench seating. It was comfortable enough for a short stay. Interesting was the kitchen which is four steps above the dining area. I had the Menya ramen with tonkasu broth. My wife had the standard ramen with shoyu broth combo. This included Three pieces of goyza. The goyza was not to my liking. The Menya had a good tasting broth. It had a perfect whole soft boiled egg and two thick slices of pork belly . The pork was tender and flavorful. The noodles were on the denser side and chewy. Our server was pleasant and courteous. Enjoy read more

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Whenever I'm craving cold noodle with hot dipping broth we head to this cute little restaurant called Menya on Pensacola. Parking is limited maybe about 5 stalls in front of the building. We usually go on a Sunday when they open so it's not peak time. Service is good and there's about 8 tables that can seat 4. My go to dish is tsukemen with spinach with goma or black tonkatsu dipping sauce chicken karaage combo. The takoyaki and gyoza is good too. read more

Menya le Nood - tsukemen with spinach and Chicken Karaage - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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This place looks like a little hole in the wall, street parking, might have to walk a couple of blocks but SO totally worth it. Four of us went and had different kinds of ramen which all had incredible broths, and also really delicious karaage chicken (spicy & not), yummy Ramune drinks, & huge pork bao buns. Everything was so good we wanted to return the next day and have more. read more

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Menya le Nood is a cozy little hole-in-the-wall type of joint that serves a no-nonsense, straight-up bowl of Japanese comfort food. After an event we attended fell through, my husband and I were hungry. It was easy for us to stop off at this little shop by bus on the way back to our hotel accommodations in Waikīkī. Being from California, I'm used to flashier ramen chain restaurants that offer more fusion-forward options. While those types of ramen restaurants are good, Menya le Nood is even better in my book because it tastes home-cooked with love for the craft in spades. I opted for the Standard Ramen (includes chasiu, bamboo shoots, green onion, and a shoyu egg) with Black Tonkotsu broth (nice and garlicky). My first taste of the broth proved a rich, velvety body with a deep, yet clean, umami flavor. The fresh, bouncy noodles were perfectly cooked, bringing it all together for a solidly delicious bowl of ramen. I haven't yet been to try ramen in Japan, but something tells me that this bowl is pretty darn close. I have to hand it to the staff, too, for making us feel welcome even though we crashed into the shop close to closing. We just barely made the cut for last call... and I'm glad we did! Service wrapped up with a handy little punch card letting us know that if we purchase 10 orders of ramen or tsukemen over the next year, we will get one order free. I probably won't be back in Honolulu in time to use it, but if I was local to O'ahu, I know I'd be a regular at this spot. read more

Menya le Nood - Standard Ramen with Black Tonkotsu Broth - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Had an amazing server named Nic, he was super attentive and even offered our group suggestions. I personally drink a lot of liquids when I eat, and not once did I have to ask for a refill. We've never been here before, it's a cute little hole in the wall, and honestly definitely worth it. Probably going to be back again before I move off island ! read more

After a night of YouTube and Anthony Bourdain, I had to get some tsukemen. This was the first place I got introduced to it. I never got to try getting the "real thing" in Japan but it matches up real nice to what I saw. Thick noodles with a chewy bite. Real rich and hearty flavored dipping sauce. The thick and rich roasted pork belly really added to the enjoyment. It wasn't real busy on a Tuesday lunchtime so I wasn't worried about taking the time to enjoy the food. read more

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Came here on a weekday dinnertime and was seated immediately for four people. It was mildly busy with a good amount of people coming and going for both dine in and pick up but there never seemed to be a wait. The inside is really cute and cozy, perfectly casual for a dinner with friends. I ordered the Tsukune dipping ramen which was delicious! I love the thick noodles it comes with. The black tonkatsu broth was garlicky and delicious, and the spice on the table to mix in was a perfect balance of mala spice. The food came out quickly and the service was very professional. Their tempura batter is also incredible--super light, fluffy, and crispy. Definitely would come here again! read more

Haven't had sesame flavored tsukemen before but it was quite good and i appreciate how wel the flavor is infused i to the broth. Menya le nood is a great option for hot days when you need something thats not gonna make you overheat. I would say its got a decent portion size tho feels smaller than the average ramen shop. It does have one of my favorite flavors which i mentioned above, so i do still come by here from time to time! read more

Menya le Nood - Sesame flavor - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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A lovely hole in the wall ramen restaurant. It was quite delicious and fairly fast. The cost was a little pricey but the food was well priced. It was a bit on the smaller side of the portion but I eat a lot so it may be portioned for a regular person? read more

Menya le Nood was recommended to me by multiple people as one of the best ramen restaurants on the island and it did not disappoint! We went around 5:30pm and we got seated immediately. Parking: There is pretty limited parking in front of the restaurant itself and it's 1hr parking only before 6pm so do keep this in mind! Ambiance: The restaurant was really nice and cozy, pretty much the vibe that most ramen restaurants emanate. It's a pretty small shop so make sure to call ahead of time to reserve a table or to check the wait time. Service: Service was solid! The server took our order promptly and the food came out relatively quick as well! Our waters were constantly being refilled which is always appreciated. Food: The food was delicious! We ordered their spicy chicken karaage as an appetizer and it was well battered and juicy. I got their Menya tsukemen with the black tonkatsu broth. I've never had tsukemen before but the noodles to dip in the broth were thicker than the ramen noodles (my friend got the ramen) which I throughly enjoyed. The broth was very flavorful as well. I will say I am a huge ajitama lover (hence why I ordered two extra for my tsukemen) and their ajitama is not as umami as some others that I've had before. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience and I will for sure be returning here if I ever want some ramen or tsukemen! read more

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Great experience! We went on a Thursday around 5:30 PM and had the whole restaurant to ourselves. Parking is a little tough because it's located on a busy street with limited street parking. Onto the food, our order came out quick. The Spicy Chicken Karaage was delicious! The batter was crispy and well-seasoned, but I wish it was a little spicier. The Menya Tsukemen with Black Tonkotsu broth was also delicious! I love the thicker noodles and kakuni pork! Everything is a little salty, so I think adding spinach or some vegetable with this would be good. The restaurant was a little small, so I recommend making a reservation or coming early. read more

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I finally made it to Menya Le Nood at Ward last weekend and it was so good! We got the menya ramen and tsukemen to try both styles. The regular ramen had this rich broth that you could tell had been cooking forever. The noodles were chewy and the chashu pork was amazing - really thick slices that stayed super tender and juicy. I was honestly surprised they weren't dry at all given how thick they were cut. The tsukemen was really flavorful too, but I actually preferred the regular ramen. The dipping style was fun to try, but the noodles felt a bit cold compared to the hot broth experience of the regular ramen. I guess I'm just more of a traditional hot bowl person. The concentrated dipping broth was flavorful though, and it had the same amazing thick pork slices. What really made the night though was the service. Our two servers were so attentive and when I mentioned loving the spice, they actually gave me some of their homemade spice blend to take home! That was such a nice touch. The place has a cool modern/traditional hybrid feel, way different from your typical ramen spot. Ward Center restaurants can be hit or miss but this one's definitely a keeper. I'm already planning my next visit to try more of their menu!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Menya le Nood - Menya Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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You cannot go wrong with the black garlic tonkotsu broth! The noodles are also refreshing and thick (if you like thick noodles)! Parking is not the easiest around here, so be sure to plan ahead if you have a reservation! read more

Best pork kakuni I have ever had hands down it's perfectly salty and moist (some places it's still dry in the broth even). Service is always nice and lunchtime combos are awesome. It's also a really cool kitchen and you can watch them while they cook! read more

Wow, what a gem! The ramen was incredible! Rich, creamy broth and perfectly balanced flavors. The service was impeccable, too. So glad we stumbled upon this spot! read more

Menya le Nood - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

From quick and friendly service, to crispy soft shell shrimp deliciousness.... I enjoyed this hole-in-the-wall noodle spot! It's a very small, cutesy space... open kitchen like, you can watch them making your noods. Our server was Logan, and he was super nice and helpful with any questions we had. I came with my old colleagues as a lil "reunion," and it was such a chill vibe here. I ordered the Black Tonkotsu Broth basic with no Menma and add Onsen Egg. I chose thin noodles and it was cooked perfectly! The broth was nice and rich with a heavy garlic flavor that I absolutely loved! Garlic soft shell shrimp was something I can just eat alone or on top of some rice!! Crispy enough to eat, but soft mean and flavorful! For those who can't stand a whole strimp tail and all, then I would still try it at least once! Gyoza was nice and panfried... nothing more than good, but something I must have with ramen! I tried the bao and the bun was nice and soft. I got mine with kakuni (braised beef) and that was the perfect blend of umami, savory, and sweet caramelization! I will definitely be back for ramen and that shrimps.... A great place to go after a long day in the office! Ahah read more

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Best ramen I have ever had in my life! And the server was very friendly. I also liked how I was able to determine how spicy I wanted my ramen to be! I will definitely be back if I ever visit Hawaii again. Highly recommend this place! read more

We've been here loads of times, even before it was called Menya le Nood. Ramen is delish! I love that you can see into the kitchen and watch the masters at work. The menu is pretty simple, even though it may be a lot to take in your first visit. Everything I've ordered here is great. My go to is the "Menya Ramen", original tonkotsu broth, but I ask for the tsukemen noodles (which are thicker and chewier). It's perfect every time! The chashu is to die for, perhaps my favorite on island. This time I got the bare bones ramen, so I could try the mini chashu don combo and still have my bowl of noodles. That was also really really good! Lunch time is also happy hour, so things like soft shell garlic shrimp, gyoza, and karaage are discounted earlier in the day. Service is always great. They operate as a small team, and it works for them. There's always one guy for the front of house and 2 guys in the kitchen, but they're all efficient. The shop itself is always clean & tidy. Once you're seated, water and menus immediately appear. On the table is a squeeze bottle for gyoza sauce, and a little ceramic pot with some kind of dry spice mix to bring the heat to your ramen if you like. Highly recommend for a super filling, yummy taste of Japan! read more

Menya le Nood - basic tonkotsu ramen and mini chashu don, complete with onsen tamago! oishii! - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Delicious ramen spot off the main strip, close to Ala Moana mall. I got the super menya ramen, which came with 3 thick pieces of fatty pork belly in the tonkotsu broth. I got the regular size portion of noodles and was very satiated by the end of the meal. Came with 2 friends on a Friday evening and waited only 10 minutes for a table to open up. read more

Menya le Nood - Super Menya Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

A lot to be desired. This place has continued to disappoint on service, quality, and value. The place isn't what it use to be pre-COVID.

Menya le Nood is a solid restaurant around the Ala Moana area. I appreciate that they were able to accommodate the saltiness level for my mom. We all decided to get the vegan goma broth, which is $1 more. I ordered the Menya ramen and it was good. Parking situation can be a bit hard, but we were lucky to find metered parking nearby! read more

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Yum! Still a great spot for tsukemon. I ordered the tonkotsu tsukemon and my partner ordered the regular tonkotsu ramen. We were both very happy with our selections. We came on a weekday around 11:30 and were seated right away. read more

Menya le Nood - Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Had this place recommended to me several times and for good reason! Their noodles and broth are full-bodied with lots of depth - my friend got soba noodles and said they were just as good! Very small and comfy ramen/noodle shop - I want ro revisit to try their Takoyaki and other food options! - Miguel Morales Photography read more

Menya le Nood - Noodle Time (@miguelmoralesphotography on Instagram) - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

It was my first time going on a Saturday morning to catch with one of my friends. I got their Salad Tsukemen with Black Tonkotsu Broth -- it was so rich with the garlicky, pork broth and the noodles were perfectly cooked. You can make the tsukemen as a combo by adding a bao on the side! *BONUS POINTS* - Monthly specials - Vegan Menu *PARKING* - limited parking spots (~3-5) - metered parking *LOCATION* - very busy since it is near Kapiolani and on Pensacola, so I recommend using the traffic lights to cross the street since many people like to jaywalk read more

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In the Ala Moana/Ward area by Chun Wah Kam and Mirror Salon, Menya le Nood occupies a small-ish spot on the road. While I have never driven there since there does not seem to be much parking, there are a few spots on the street in front of the restaurant. Inside the restaurant, the decor is a bit dark but simple. There are a few tables so it seems like the restaurant could fill up. We walked in and got a table though. The people working were attentive and quick. We were seated, our orders were taken, and the food was made quickly. We got the black tonkotsu basic ramen, tonkotsu basic ramen, and gyoza (3 pieces). Everything was so good! The ramen was tasty and filling, with a healthy portion. The black tonkotsu ramen had a deeper, more garlic-rich flavor. The noodles were not super soft, which gave them a more sturdy feeling that we liked. The gyoza was a bit different than what I am used to. They tasted like they almost had a more citrus-y flavor. It was good, though. Each ramen was about $18 with an extra $4 for the gyoza. The prices seemed fair. The gyoza was maybe more on the pricey side for three pieces but the ramen felt fair. We will definitely be coming back! read more

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I had bookmarked Menya le Nood based on Rebecca T's review and recommendation for a potential lunch spot while I was visiting the island. Good call! Having never had tsukemen noodles before, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect. They're good! As advertised, a bit thicker and chewier than ramen but not enormously so. As for Menye le Nood, it's a fine hole-in-the-wall with a laid back friendly vibe, good service and most importantly, tasty food. Recommended. read more

Menya le Nood - Menye tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

It's my 3rd time here. I realized their tsukemen tastes better than ramen so make sure that's what you are gonna get if you want a 5 star experience! Their tsukemen noodles were thick and chewy; I just couldn't stop eating them! I got the veggie one with black garlic. It's flavorful and I love the cabbage and spinach they gave me. Their ajitama was done well too, unlike many ramen places that overcooked their eggs. This one was soft boiled with runny yolk. I also tried their soft shell shrimp. It's delicious and I could really eat the whole shrimp with the shell on! The head had a lot of flavor for sure! Their chicken karaage was pretty good but wasn't the best I've had so it's OK to skip it if you aren't particularly craving it. Service was great. Our server came to check on us to make sure everything was OK. Parking can be challenging. There are only a few spots outside which are shared with Nanzan giro next door. read more

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Since I had some time to kill before meeting up with my group, decided to get the one meal I like to get the most when eating alone, ramen. Found this no frills ramen shop and it hit the spot. Went with the black tonkotsu broth with my ramen, in the super menya option, which comes with seaweed, egg, and pork belly. The broth is super super rich and the black garlic and garlic really hits right away. It actually is one of the better tokotsu broth I've had anywhere. The kakuni (pork belly) was good but very rich so when you pair it with the soup, it's was a bit too much for me. Would be better for me getting the regular chasu. The marinted soft boiled egg is a solid egg as ramen topping. I also got the fried soft shelled crab as a combo with my ramen, and I think I would've enjoyed it as a rice bowl instead. It tasted a bit greasy even with the squeeze of the lemon. The ramen is a bit of a salt bomb so be prepared to drink lots of water! read more

This is our goto ramen restaurant that is closest to our apartment. The food is always good. They also have early bird specials. Parking is kind of rough, but since we live close by we just walk. Everything is good here. read more

it was an alright experience. The dipping sauces--black tonkotsu and tonkotsu--were flavorful and definitely the best part of the meal. The soft-boiled egg was perfect, with a creamy yolk that was spot on. The kakuni, however, was a letdown. The pieces weren't as tender as they used to be, and the quality of the meat wasn't great. It didn't live up to what I remembered from previous visits. Overall, it was okay, but not as impressive as it used to be. read more

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Menya le Nood is a hidden gem serving up the most special tsukemen. I tried their black tonkotsu broth that was so rich and flavorful with the most tender kakuni pork belly I've had in a long time. The noodles were thick and cooked perfectly al dente with that chew I wish all noodles had. The ajitama egg had the best runny yolk and paired with the tsukemen broth was an insanely delicious bite. I ordered this value set with ramen, three pieces of gyoza, and a beer for $27 not including tax or tip. The portion was large and this was such a great deal. The service was fast and I loved the ambiance of this spot with their simple decor and paper lanterns. I can't believe it's taken me so long to discover this place and I'm so happy I finally did! read more

Menya le Nood - Menya Tsukemen Value Set - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Three co-workers and I had lunch at Menya le Nood on May 29. Call us fortuitous because three cars pulled out as we arrived, so we scored a parking space directly in front of the entrance. (There is limited parking in front of the building.) Three had the Menya Tsukemen ($19.50) while I tried the Salad Tsukemen ($19.50). I was going to order the Menya Salad with Garlic Soft Shell Shrimp ($14) but when at a noodle place, one orders noodles. We shared two plates of gyoza for $6 plate (normally $7.50). We all went with the Black Tonkotsu (savory roasted garlic pork) broth. This was my first experience with the Salad Tsukemen ... It's a very nice salad (lettuce, tomatoes, bell peppers, green onion and crispy garlic) atop the noodles with a piquant dressing. I almost didn't need the black tonkotsu sauce. Just kidding; the sauce makes the tsukemen special. Service was pretty quick, and we were done in just over 30 minutes. My sole quibble was I wanted the broth to be hotter; it was lukewarm at best. This seems to be how they want to serve it because it's always been like this. Other than that, a perfect lunch, especially when one of us paid the entire bill. Thanks! read more

Menya le Nood - Menya Tsukemen (minus the bowl with the broth ... it was late) - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I guess my husband wanted to try this ramen place located on Pensacola street before you get to chan wah Kam manapua luckily we found street parking because we have a handicapped plaque right on Pensacola street. We're the 1st one there because they opens at 11am. Decided to eat something than ramen but what I wanted only comes a combo whether you choose ramen or bowls. I wanted a Mini chicken karage bowl with 3 piece gyoza. She said can't have it have to be a ramen or a full size bowl to get the combo or order separately. So I opt to eat a basic ramen with shoyu broth and ordered the 3 piece gyoza to make it a combo. My husband ordered their menta special ramen with tonokatsu broth. My ramen was ok the noodles were little on chewy side and the broth mild shoyu taste but ok. The gyoza was good. Though my husband said it seems to be garlicky or onioney taste. He's ramen came with egg, 2 pieces of thick pork belly slices he said was good. All in all was ok. read more

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We both got a Super Menya Ramen, one with the Tonkatsu broth and one with the Black Garlic Tonkotsu. If I were to return I'd get the Black Garlic one as it had more depth of flavor, although both were delicious. I'm somewhat of a tonkotsu broth snob so I can't say this is nearly the best I've had, but it was solid. Not as rich or flavorful as I would have liked. The noodles had a good bite and the pork belly for the menya ramen was super thick and tender, a really great bite. The ramen egg was perfectly cooked on top as well and I enjoyed the bamboo shoots that came with it. Each bowl of ramen was around $22, so on the higher side I'd say. The service was good and quick, nothing notable. We were in and out of there in 30 minutes probably. The seating area was fine, just kind of a casual ramen spot. Although the AC was blasting so it was kind of cold in there. But they do have an open kitchen so I can undercard why they'd need to keep it blasting, I'm sure it's super hot in the kitchen. Would probably go back if convenient. read more

Menya le Nood - Restaurant - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii