Fantastic little noodle shop located in the heart of downtown. We got the wonton noodle dish and I…read moregot the poor color curry Both were excellent. This is an expensive restaurant, but for the quality of service and the food. It was worth it Just to know this is a smaller join, so the large party might have difficulty or a long wait.

I was thrilled when I discovered that there was a supposedly authentic ramen experience a stone's…read morethrow away from my hotel while in the area for a business trip. Unfortunately, I am a die-hard ramen aficionado and former New Yorker of over 10 years-- so I can be quite a tough critic. Points for the lovely atmosphere and cultural aesthetic... though the restaurant closes early on weekdays and I was informed of such the minute I entered the door prior to receiving a proper greeting. I had no other option but to order takeout and I would have appreciated being offered a seat, glass of water or beverage while waiting. The waitress stood next to me while I perused the menu so I definitely felt rushed to order and she was very brief in her responses regarding the most popular/tasty ramen options on account of wanting to begin closing perhaps? Overall, reception wasn't overwhelmingly warm... if it wasn't after 8 PM, I likely would have gone elsewhere simply off of the initial vibrations. Nonetheless, $40 later (OBA ramen, cucumber salad, ginger tea and I tipped $5... when I really shouldn't have)-- I dive in upon arriving to hotel to a very AVERAGE experience. The tea is not freshly brewed in-house with ginger, lemon etc... had I known I was going to receive a tea bag and hot water, I would have passed on spending the $4.50 (as the hotel has artisan teas). Cucumber salad is lacking spice, flavor profile and brine... just large, chopped chunks with a vinegar + chile concoction that lacks heat, reminds me of tajin (very salt forward) and was not marinated. It's a quick cucumber salad-- because it was prepared in this manner, the result is extremely watery because the flavor elements didn't absorb into the cucumber. I like cucumber salads almost like a kimchi... made with passion and spicy on the palette. As far as the ramen.... Nothing noteworthy. Cabbage, bamboo, corn were just naked toppings and placed on the ramen comparable to a salad bar. I like my elements flavorful and braised/sautéed. These were completely PLAIN toppings. Bamboo and shredded cabbage were likely canned/bagged respectively. Completely devoid of seasoning and umami. Tamago was cooked relatively properly but the rim was approaching hardboiled (yellowed rim with the jammy yellow center= slightly overdone). Chashu was actually lovely on the flavor scale but over-cooked as well and sliced in uniform disks, which seems as if it was pre-prepped versus made to order. Pork belly should be rich, smoky and more dense... Broth was short on miso presence but definitely edible. My favorite aspect of the whole meal was the chili oil (that I requested upon leaving... it was not provided to me without prompting even though I ordered my food at the spiciest level/5). It really elevated the flavor of the broth and I was happy that it was able to salvage the meal! Perhaps homemade? Perhaps this is an authentic ramen establishment by New Hampshire standards but it's a hard pass for me. Also, the to-go bowls should be larger to house the broth provided and to mix with ease. Bowls are too shallow so you have to pour broth, eat a bit, then add the remaining broth otherwise it will spill everywhere when you attempt to mix the ramen components. Additionally, a customer should always be asked if they would like utensils... I had to ask on my way out after checking my order for accuracy. Fair attempt but a far cry from stellar-- perhaps on account of not dining in? I just didn't taste the love and the authenticity. I've had many ramen experiences outside of metropolitan cities (and Japan) where you can still taste the craftsmanship and love in preparing all the elements. Sadly, OBA missed the mark on the flavor and execution train for me!

Ordered a poke bowl and ramen online and didn't realize that it was close to their closing time!…read moreThe order came through and when we picked it up, the restaurant was indeed closed, so my hubby went through the back door which was open and went through the kitchen. A friendly elderly lady handed him our order and the experience was so casual, it was like visiting an aunt's home. :) The food was fresh and tasty. Would order from them again!

I've ordered the same thing from here a couple times now and the first 2 times it was amazing. I…read moreordered the crispy chicken garlic noodles. It says clearly in the menu that " Crispy Garlic Chicken Noodles (no broth) $15.00 Teriyaki chicken, tamari gluten-free soy sauce, scallion, steamed broccoli. Vinaigrette, onion, and cucumber on the side". Every single time I get this now it doesn't come with cucumber and they put mushrooms on it the noodles are different and not good. It is not all how it was when I first started ordering it. I recommend this place to a couple co workers and they were not impressed and said it made their stomach hurt. Another thing is they don't know how to update their hours properly. I've ordered things online and have paid for them and went to go pick it up and it's closed and when I reached out to the owner said there was nothing they could do. Never got my money back. Just super disappointing when you really liked something and it never comes out the same. I won't be recommending this place anymore. It's not worth the hype.

I drive by here every day and finally called in a takeout order. Got sausage dumplings, duck ramen…read moreand vegetable ramen. When I went to pick it up, the restaurant was much bigger than I expected. Full bar, lots of tables and chairs and the aroma was making my stomach grumble with anticipation. Staff were lovely, prices reasonable. Got home and it was like being back in Japan. The soup was separate and pouring it onto the ramen was delightful. The dumplings were perfect and yummy. I had the duck ramen and not only did I eat the whole thing, I drank what was left of the soup.. large portions and very delicious. I could go on and on!!! Go there!

Wow!!! We live nearby and I was like "let's try", I am so glad I did. First off when we got there…read moreparking is a bit funky, we parked in the upper lot an walked down. OK so we are in. The moment you walk in you can smell authenticity! We started with the pan fry dumplings which were delicious and served with a sauce unlike anything I had before. My bride opted for a pork noodle bowl.......loved it, I got the Dan Dan peanut noodle bowl. This dish had such depth in the flavor, it was not a quick sauce off. I noticed the sesame oil roasting of the peanuts in my dish, it just added that level of complexity and flavor. Prices are exceptional, two of us ate, 1 drink each, app and two dishes $60. I love Anju a ton also, but these flavor profiles are completely different. YOU need to go her and check this place out.

This was by far the best food that I have gotten in a long time. I ordered through DoorDash. The…read moreorder was fast, and the food was packed expertly. They kept my Dasher informed so the service was excellent. The Gyoza was excellent, and the Chicken - filet mignon Hibachi was well beyond my expectation. I did not expect the full meal- salad, Miso Soup, noodles AND rice. I ordered Yummy sauce of course- because how can you eat Hibachi without it?? Everything was outstanding. I will definitely be ordering again!! I can't speak to ambiance, but I am sure it's lovely. I can't wait for next time! Such a treat! Don't mind the picture- I didn't want to even take the lid off before I took it. So well packaged!!

We had hoped that this place would get better, is it hasn't…read more The Japanese restaurants in Manchester and the surrounding areas are run by Cantonese or Mandarin staff. It's not authentic Japanese, it's an interpretation of Japanese by Chinese workers and Cooks. Also, Chinese service isn't great and the waiter here isn't attentive and a bit too casual for my taste. The food itself is just acceptable, and for the price not great. The atmosphere also still is pretty weak, and the restaurant is small. It's sort of almost like a hole on the wall. On the West Coast, I've eaten at over 30 authentic Japanese restaurants, and for those of you who aren't Japanese restaurant or sushi aficionados... This food is probably fine. If you know we're good, Japanese food is, don't come here and frankly you may need to drive to Boston to get it.

I should have written this long go. We love Min's!! We eat there frequently and have brought a…read morenumber of guests. The egg rolls and shrimp tempura are delicious appetizers and the tuna poke bowl is so fresh and delicious. I'm sure everything on the menu is great but we are hung up on those and the crunchy shrimp tempura roll, and now the recently added Burmese Coconut Noodle Bowl which is a totally yummy coconut based broth with chicken, perfect noodles, and cilantro, wonderful comfort food. On top of the great food, the owners, Tony and Min, are so nice and eager to please. This is a favorite place!

Stopped in about 7pm with no wait. Excellent service (top notch even) and friendly staff (husband,…read morewife, and one other employee). Fair pricing and enjoyable environment. Sushi was incredibly fresh. Shrimp tempura crisped to perfection. One of the best miso soups I've had. Would go there again but I don't live here.

Finding ourselves down in Portsmouth then Kittery this was the perfect spot to stop into for lunch…read more No wait for a spot and we decided to enjoy two of the window seats. They had a good mix of seating, with the mentioned window seats, bar seats, and tables. The staff were all friendly and service was extremely fast. Very impressive how quickly they brought our food out. Speaking of food, so many of the food options sounded good and we would definitely return to try more. My wife ended up getting the Duck Yuzu Shoyu Ramen and said it was the best ramen she has had. I had the Duck Yakisoba and was blown away as well. Especially comparing to some other similar spots they did not skimp on the duck at all. Along with that it was packed with flavor and both dishes were reasonably priced! If you are looking for a ramen/noodle spot this is a must-try!

Pleasant pan-Asian restaurant in Kittery village - and a nice change from other typical venues like…read morediners and lobster pounds. They offer a variety of ramens and phos as well as some curry dishes and salads. My wife had their curried shrimp and green salad which were very good. The salad was excellent and the shrimp plump and spicy. I had their barbecue pork bun and was tempted by their ramens but went for the daily special of a duck pho. The pork bun was okay, having a different flavor profile than what I was expecting from usual Chinese pork buns. The pho, unfortunately, was a little disappointing: while the duck itself was good, lean and tasty, the broth was almost tasteless. Addition of their house hot sauce didn't improve it (maybe needed the real sriracha!). And - I got a stomach ache right after the meal (maybe from the raw bean sprouts?). Anyway, wished I'd gone with the ramen ... So some dishes were very good, some need work imo. We'll try it again - I haven't been put off by the experience tbh. Staff is very pleasant and friendly. The restaurant is clean and while a little on the small side, seating was comfortable and pleasant decor.

another great meal thank u to kume a special order of kimchi tomatoes onions duck sauce 8$ these…read moreguys are awesome thank u again

My boyfriend and I tried Kume Ramen last night and we enjoyed our dinner date. It was very quiet…read morefor a Saturday night but we didn't mind. Our server was quick and helpful. I ordered the chicken paitan ramen, and my boyfriend asked for the miso ramen with chicken, as he doesn't eat pork. The staff were very accommodating of this and helped him put together a dish that he could still enjoy. We both loved our dishes! Our only dislike was that the chicken was a bit overcooked, so some of the outer pieces were tough. Otherwise, absolutely delicious and perfect portion size. We will definitely be coming back!

Super excellent! It's truly asian noodle taste in Dover I ever had…read more Let's take turn to the challenge! Try once for repeat!

We needed a quick meal before touring UNH, and we were thankful to discover Bamee. Although the…read moremenu is relatively small, there was enough variety that it was a difficult decision what to order. I ordered the kimchi fried rice, which was an ample portion of well seasoned rice with ground pork and fermented cabbage. I would have preferred some additional vegetables mixed in for variety, as each bite became more of the same on repeat (though they were good bites)! My son ordered the Moo Ping, which was a heaping bowl of fluffy jasmine rice topped with tender grilled pork. While it was accompanied by a few slices of raw cucumber, this dish also would have benefited from some bok choy, scallion, or something fresh and crunchy to each with the rice. Service was fairly prompt, though I imagine they may get backed up during peak times, as any small kitchen would with a loyal following. There are stations for bowls and utensils, etc., to clean up after yourself. Overall, Bamee is a quaint spot for a quick bite and the kind of place where if you live or work nearby, would likely be on speed dial for takeout!

Udon noodle is uncomfortably spicy however the flavor is fantastic…read more I will defeintiely be back! Service is great, the place is super cute, and the food is phenomenal. Even the mocktails! It's clear they put thought and car into them, and they are worth the sips. It is on the pricier side, however the quality meets this price, for sure. Highlights include the green curry and mushroom rolls. We were both left stuffed!

What a wonderful dinner at the Joy Nest. I'm glad we finally made it. We had dinner on a Sunday…read moreevening and the restaurant was much busier than I would have expected, and so I recommend reservations. We had great service from our waitress, and even met the very pleasant owner/hostess who told us a bit more about the restaurant, menu and live music options. We did not get a chance to see the upstairs dining room, but the main floor was very nice, warm and cozy. The menu leans Thai, but I would say the is really Pan Asian. Food was served promptly, hot and delicious. I really enjoyed the Thai lettuce wraps, fresh, clean and delicious. The plate was served with just the right amount of chicken to lettuce ratio. It seems some restaurants struggle getting the ratio right, forcing you to ask for more lettuce, crackers, etc... Not here. We also enjoyed the Golden Bags small plate, which were crispy and delicious. Red Curry main entree was quite good. Heavy on vegetables with a thick red coconut curry. We saved room for dessert, and chose the Chocolate Roti. Perhaps a little bit of a misnomer, as it was two tasty roti filled with Nutella, and served with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce and whipped cream. Sort of like an ice cream sundae. While the menu is quite clear about it, I envisioned something more chocolatey. All good! Cocktails were also creative and delicious. We will definitely return and work our way deeper into the menu.

The design of the place is simple, clean, classic. Service was very quick and responsive, answered…read moremy questions without hesitation. The food, I ordered the tonkotsu ( pork bone broth Ramen) was absolutely delicious. The ramen were firm, a bit chewy in a good way, the vegetables were crisp, the pork belly was decadent. The flavors are layered so perfectly that each spoonful they are dancing on your tongue. I will certainly return and now more often as the parking out back is free and convenient. R

Each time I come back to this place--now three or four visits in--I'm reminded why it's become one…read moreof my go-to spots. The service is consistently friendly and attentive, and the menu pairs perfectly with the excellent house cocktails from their full bar. The ramen bowls remain the highlight. The Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen, especially, is outstanding: a rich, deeply flavorful broth, tender pork, and that comforting warmth that hits the spot on a cold New Hampshire day. The Bao Bao buns are a great way to start the meal, and the Takoyaki--light, crispy spheres filled with diced octopus and drizzled with savory sauces--adds a fun, flavorful twist to the appetizer lineup. On our latest visit, we tried the Okdol Bibimbap. The presentation was appealing and the flavors were solid, but the dish leaned a bit too heavily on the rice compared to the protein and vegetables. A slightly more generous balance of toppings would bring it right up to the level of their other standouts. Even so, this place continues to impress, and I'm already looking forward to coming back and exploring more of the menu on my next visit.