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    Minano Ramen

    4.1 (109 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Avocado salad
    Kim N.

    Update: I honestly feel bad updating this review because I love supporting local businesses, especially one right down the street from my home. We frequent this restaurant often, I've noticed a high turnover in servers and initially assumed the slow service was due to that. However, during a non-busy lunchtime , with only about five other tables, it took 30 minutes to receive a hibachi chicken plate and a kids' meal. My daughter was not very happy needless to say . That wait time felt excessive and made me question what's happening in the kitchen. I understand it's the holiday season and that waiting is sometimes expected, but a long delay for a 15 table restaurant is disappointing. The server mentioned that 30 minutes is normal for a hibachi chicken plate, which seems a bit long to me. I usually gravitate toward Asian restaurants because service tends to be quicker, so this experience was surprising. For now, I may stick to my usual Vietnamese and Korean go-to spots, but I truly hope this improves because I want to continue supporting this local business. Additionally, the fried banana side that comes with the kids' meal has been consistently inedible. Ten times out of ten, it's extremely greasy, more like biting into a hot grease ball than bananas. It doesn't feel very healthy or even safe for children.

    Yakitori Grilled chicken
    Angela D.

    Was in the area and decided to try the Minano Ramen. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant decor is very fun Asian themed[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], the staff is friendly and attentive. loved that the menu had pictures of the food and a good selection of Ramen dishes, as well as appetizers. We had the Yakitori Grilled chicken breast which was delicious very well seasoned however grilled squid appetizer was extremely chewy. The Tonkotsu Ramen was good but a bit pricey

    Seafood Ramen
    Carl S.

    Had the seafood Ramen this time with the wheat noodles. Love the bite on the wheat noodles the seafood while frozen had a nice flavor. Seems like whenever I'm in this area I have to stop here.

    Art C.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love the place with their brightly colored décor and energetic anime music.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was very helpful with explanations and recommendations. We like Ramen but still don't know very much about it so the help was appreciated. Once we finally decided it didn't take long at all for the bowls to arrive. I had read in another review if I wanted Tonkotsu to get the spicy one, so I did. It was richly delicious and I still find Ramen fun to eat with chopsticks and the big spoon. There was some spiciness added to the broth which just made it better. The pork chashu was very tender, which made it easy to eat. We all enjoyed our food.

    Clarence E.

    Good ramen for Westchase but Tonkatsu soup can use more depth of flavor. We were in the area and stopped by after reading some reviews. If you're looking for a ramen, this place fits the bill. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Wonderful decor and pleasant service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I just hope to get a soup that wows but was missing a best or two. The Minano ramen had both chicken and pork...stick with the regular Tonkatsu or spicy since the chicken was mid. Not much flavor. I do prefer Sun Ramen noodles with a chew. These were verging a bit more like Chinese egg / ramen noodles. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I can see how people roiled like to come and hang out for the experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Bathroom lights were a bit dim and paper towels needed refilling for both genders...these things count.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] YMMV. Enjoy

    Decor
    Alexis S.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is super cute![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My partner was feeling under the weather and wanted soup for lunch. We found Minano on yelp and here we are. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside is decorated and is very cozy![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Came on Friday around noon and we were the only people inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Takoyaki: 4/5 Thank goodness for a good Takoyaki place. Delicious and fresh. Only reason for the 4 was that they're a little small, but overall great. Shouyu ramen: 3.5/5 The broth itself wasn't extremely flavorful, but with some chili fakes the flavor skyrocketed. The chashu was yummy, but a little tough and the noodles weren't entirely my favorite. With that being said, the whole bowl was tied together perfectly. The nori and fish cakes complimented all the flavors and it was a delicious bowl of ramen! Minano Ramen: 4.5/5 Chashu was a bit tough, but the flavor and overall bowl of ramen was amazing. It's a good serving size and is very presentable. Overall I had a great time here. Our server was kind and the food came out quickly. The menu is large, so I'll definitely be back to try out more items.

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    Olesya P.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very nice cozy place in Westchase.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We came here for late Sunday lunch. Service was super friendly and attentive. We got edamame, vegetable ramen and seafood ramen. All food was pretty good, fresh and tasty. They had pretty decent pricing as well and they have some nice deals for lunch during the week. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambience is pretty cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Interior
    Robert V.

    Was looking for a spot to grab dinner solo on a cold night and passed Minano Ramen. It had a charming look and I wanted to check it out! It turns out I made a great decision. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I immediately loved the decor inside, it was an explosion of lanterns, colors, and tapestries.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was pretty busy inside but not too loud.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My server, Dustin, came over soon and I ordered the Tonkotsu ramen. Legitimately in less than 5 minutes he came back with my bowl! I was amazed at the speed of service. Dustin also helped me decide which boba to get and I went with the Minano tea (just a classic milk tea with boba). The ramen was just classic and the tea was great as well. Overall, this was a solid ramen spot and had great service. I don't live anywhere near here but hope to come back someday!

    Danielle Rousseau R.

    Minano Ramen is my go-to comfort food. Savory, fresh, soul-hugging perfection every single time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Honestly, they have everything I need... and even my pup approves[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] (Hibachi bites + ramen eggs = chef's kiss) Comfort food that feeds everyone in the family? That's elite behavior.

    Nephthalie E.

    Date night approved! Dined here on a Saturday night during a short weekend trip and my husband and I had a GREAT time. Our waiter, Toby, was full of energy, extremely friendly and made some great recommendations. I ordered the vegetable ramen and added shrimp-- unfortunately you pay $5 for two very small pieces of shrimp (Toby warned me! lol) also had the squid as an appetizer; for as long as it takes to prepare, it did come out colder than I expected. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My favorite part was the ambiance! They did a real good job at making you feel like you're in a ramen restaurant in Japan not of an anime.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Shoyu Ramen
    Rebecca K.

    The food was good. The interior of the space is well decorated and the staff was super nice. We ordered ramen. They have this cool thing where if you spend over ($30 or $35, I don't remember), you spin the wheel and you get whatever discount or free item for the next time you dine in. I'd definitely come back, only because my free item is the free gyoza app

    Yakitori: Shiitake, Pork Belly, and Chicken Breast
    Megan M.

    Went here for happy hour and and were very impressed with both the food, ambiance, and service. We got a number of Yakitori: Chicken, pork belly, and shiitake mushroom, all were delicious. Takoyaki were very authentic and similar to what we ate in Japan. Finally, we shared a bowl of Black Tonkatsu that was to die for. They offer a 2 for $60 dinner deal 2 bobas, an app, 2 ramens, and a dessert that we will definitely be back for!

    Fried banana
    Melinda C.

    The service was excellent, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambiance/ music was great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We did the deal where you split an appetizer and dessert, 2 boba teas and 2 ramens for $60/$65 which we thought was a good deal. The food came out quickly and everything tasted great and was perfect temperature. At the end of the meal if you spend $35 you can spin the wheel for a prize we got $5 off our next order. We will definitely be back.

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    Great food. Great service. Highly recommend hamachi shrimp and pork belly bao, eel cucumber yakitori and shishito peppers

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    Excellent ramen! Great portions. Great staff. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Perfect location for us.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will definitely go again :-)

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    4.2
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    Otsuka Ramen is already one of my go-to spots when I'm craving something warm and comforting. The…read morevibe is cozy and laid-back; perfect for a quick bite solo or hanging with friends. I built my own bowl today with chicken broth and added beef, green onions, fish cakes, bean sprouts, and corn. It seriously looked like a rainbow and tasted just as good. I ended on a sweet note with the black sesame mochi dessert :) Service was friendly and quick for lunchtime and the portions were solid for the price. If you're into good ramen, this place is definitely worth checking out!

    I've been to Otsuka Ramen a handful of times just because it was near the area. There are plenty of…read moreRamen places in the area and this is probably one of the first ones I went to. The Ramen is okay, but it just doesn't hit like before. The restaurant was a laid back vide with Japanese inspired themes and music in the background. Our server points us to our table and hands us menus to start. We always start out with an edamame appetizer and then go ahead and order the ramen. My partner got the spicy tonkatsu and I had wanted to do the "make your own ramen" option. I really wanted wagyu but didn't like the toppings it came with. So I just made my own, though it was very costly to add more toppings, so I just chose 2. Overall, the experience was okay. It's not the worse ramen place I've been to but I'll probably only swing my when it's out of convenience

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    The inside, very cute and feels pretty authentic from videos I've seen
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    Recently visited Haiku for a friend's Birthday Dinner and had some items I loved and some that I…read moredid not care for. To start the crab cake was amazing. Didn't need all the micro greens for garnish on top but this could be overlooked because taste and flavor was amazing. The tuna tartare was super tasty as well and I would definitely order this again same comment for micro greens on this dish - didn't need this and found myself moving it off the dishes to actually enjoy the item. The two not so favorite dishes for me were the fried rice topped with fried chicken. While chicken was very tasty the rice was extremely basic. Could have used eggs or other ingredients to elevate this dish. Also the Volcano roll was extremely disappointing. Normally the volcano topping is cooked or (torched) and this topping was cold and very unappetizing. Would not recommend this roll. Overall this place is a hit or miss. Service for our large party wasn't bad and everything came out pretty quickly!

    Terrible from start to finish. Waited 25 minutes at hostess stand without anyone coming to help…read more Ended up seating myself and waiting another 15 minutes for a waitress to help. Food is terrible - they even forgot the egg as a part of my ramen and brought me a frozen egg when I mentioned the missing item which was disgusting. Octopus is so tough and chewy. Terribly cooked from frozen. Mango sticky rice is absolutely horrendous. Nothing like what you expect. Temperature is terrible - they don't use A/C so it's incredibly hot and humid in restaurant. Avoid this place at all costs.

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    Izakaya Tori is easily a 5-star spot for sushi in Tampa…read more Everything tasted incredibly fresh, high quality, and thoughtfully prepared. The sushi was beautifully presented, and every roll we tried was packed with flavor without feeling overdone. You can really tell they care about the ingredients and overall experience here. The atmosphere is also a huge part of what makes this place special...cozy, modern, and perfect for either a casual dinner or a night out. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the entire experience feel welcoming from start to finish. Definitely one of my favorite sushi spots in Tampa right now, and I'll absolutely be coming back.

    I thought the service here was poor :/…read more From the checking in to the manager to the server. We got a text that our table was ready and we had to flag someone down to let them know cause no one was standing at the front. And when we got someone flagged, they took the couple that came in AFTER us first. Then our server was not friendly, I had asked if they had the mentaiko sauce and she asked me what's that? They literally hahe mentaiko on the menu.... And then our ramen came out without the spicy paste and we flagged someone down , I assume the manager? Since he was dressed differently and he rudely said that's no wrong, they just didn't give you the paste. Okay....? So it's not what I ordered lol. He came back with the paste and very condescendingly asked is that right now? I also thought the ramen wasn't very flavorful and the noodles were on the softer end. All in all won't be back

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    Assort of skewers
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