A chain ramen shop isn't normally a preferred dining choice. However, if it's JINYA, it's a ya…read more Service is top notch. I appreciate they have three vegetarian ramen options. Flying V Harvest was fantastic. I drank that broth like I just came out of the Sahara. So good. The Impossible meat fusion is a funny add but a good protein bump. It was a few days ago but I think I'm still full from that ramen bowl. The vibe is modern high ceiling bumping music; my in-laws found it to be too loud. I think they are giving you an excuse to lean in and get a little closer to your companion. The vibe is chic yet also casual so bring whoever you want but this would work for date night. The font on the menus is squint inducing so do your research ahead of time or prepare to spend more time perusing the menu than usual, especially with the dim lighting. They offer thin or thick noodles and can mix some broth options to adjust spice level. Drinks- the smoked in front of your face whiskey is a treat and a show. Solid spot. No regrets. Salivating at the thought of the next visit.

We decided we wanted ramen on a recent cold Houston night and went to one of our consistent places,…read moreJINYA. JINYA is located in the heart of midtown in a popular restaurant strip. Their ramen is flavorful and solid and their service is consistent. Parking: parking is free in the garage around the corner from JINYA. We went during the week and the garage was not packed. There's also paid street parking around the restaurant that you can find but look for signs to know when you have to pay and when you don't. Service: service here is very good. They have an army of waitresses and waiters who check on tables and we never had to ask for refills or never had to flag down someone. Our food came out in a timely manner. The one thing I will say about service is the appetizers we ordered came out right before our ramen so we had all of our food at one time which was a lot. I wish they would've spaced out the food timing a little more. Ambiance: JINYA has a modern interior and open concept. They have tables, booths, and 2 big community tables in the center of the restaurant. The restaurant playlist is hip and modern. The inside of the restaurant is dimly lit so if you have bad eyesight, get ready to use your flashlight to read the menu. Food: we ordered two ramens and the gyoza and edamame. Gyoza: these were fried well and had a gyoza sauce that came on the table. The wrapper was thin and they were not too oily. We would order this again. Edamame: this was typical edamame. Nothing too special. Would not get this again when we come back. Creamy Classic Tori-Paitian: this is a chicken ramen with wavy noodles that came with fried enoki mushrooms, chicken chasu, butter, spinach and a corn rib. This ramen was rich in flavor and had so many fun, delicious toppings. The corn run was grilled nicely and I wish I had more of them in my bowl. I'm a sucker for enoki mushrooms and this did not disappoint. I took the enoki mushrooms out of the ramen immediately so they didn't get soggy fast and that was the move if you want the mushrooms to stay crunchy. The chicken broth was rich and light which was a great combo. I finished this bowl to the last drop. JINYA Chicken Ramen: my girlfriend got the chicken ramen with a side of bamboo. Warning on the bamboo: the bamboo comes dressed in sesame oil and sole hot oil so they are a little spicy. The chicken ramen broth was once again rich with flavor and light. The chicken chase was good and this ramen comes with thin noodles instead of wavy noodles. Overall JINYA hits the spot when craving ramen or some hot soup on a cold day. The chicken broth is legit and I will be closing back to try the pork broth soon. My only qualm with JINYA is the price at over $17 per bowl of ramen. There are cheaper ramen places but JINYA flavor makes up for the priciness.

While I was first introduced to this place over three years ago by my sister, I had not returned…read moresince then. However, since crawfish season is one of my favorite times of the year, I had to come back to try their limited edition ramen. Just like my first visit, the staff were extremely friendly, the food came out incredibly quickly, and the overall experience felt comforting and welcoming. I ordered the seasonal bowl, The Crawmen, which came with crawfish tonkotsu broth, andouille sausage, bayou butter, corn, and peppers. While the bowl was clearly inspired by a crawfish boil, I felt like it could have leaned even further into those flavors with more crawfish and a stronger boil seasoning overall. The ramen was definitely delicious, but the broth did not quite have enough crawfish boil flavor to fully separate it from their standard tonkotsu ramen. At times, it mostly tasted like the original broth with andouille sausage added in. Even so, it was still an enjoyable bowl of ramen, though I would probably stick to one of their regular menu options over this seasonal special. My mom and I also shared the Karaage, which arrived very quickly while still being piping hot, crispy, and juicy inside. On the other hand, I would personally skip the Sakura Sweet Tea and Strawberry Yuzu Lemonade in the future since they mostly tasted like their regular counterparts without adding anything particularly unique. Overall, I still really enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and reliable quality of this place, especially the ramen and karaage. While the seasonal bowl did not fully live up to its concept for me, the experience itself was still enjoyable enough that I would gladly return again.

This place was yummy . I got the spicy ramen and its was 9/10 ! The ambiance was great and…read moreintimate. Service was great as well. The only thing is it was extremely hot and for someone eating spicy ramen lol it's uncomfortable turn air on please

So I'm going to start by apologizing for having no pictures! But.. KEEP READING!…read more When i tell you, i can't wait to experience Tamashi Ramen and Sushi in store! Because i ordered through DoorDash and I am very pleased!! I ordered the Tamashi Menn Ramen, Fried Shrimp Shumai(which i put in my ramen), and the 3 roll combo (spicy tuna, yellowtail jalapeño, & spider roll).... The Ramen and the Shumai were sooo good and flavorful. I actually really enjoyed that! Again, i'll get pictures next time. But the sushi roll were very thick with rice. I dont like my sushi tasting too thick, Making it hard to chew. But overall, i definitely will be back for ramen!!

My sister and I went to Tamashi Ramen & Sushi for lunch on a Friday. They weren't too busy, so we…read morewere seated right away. Our waitress was very nice and attentive, and our food came out quickly. We shared a Crunchy Roll, which was pretty good. I ordered the shrimp ramen, and it was delicious -- the broth had great flavor and didn't need any extra seasoning. It wasn't spicy, so I definitely could've added some heat if I wanted, but it was still really good as is. Overall, we enjoyed everything and would definitely come back.

Food: This is probably the best Japanese Ramen I have had. Meat was superb. 5 Stars…read more Service: Friendly and fast. 5 Stars Ambiance: As soon as I stepped into the doors, I immediately knew this was a good one. And I was right. 5 Stars Overall: 5 Stars

This time food and services were great. Tried their curry…read moreramen and it was very good They also have the flights sushi for $10 that was awesome.

Ramen Bar Ichi continues to be our first choice over the years when we're in the area. The noodles,…read moreflavor of the broth, and condiment and garnish pairings are all cooked to perfection. The broth is rich but not overpowering. Tonkotsu is our go-to when we try new ramen places because it's a classic that gives us a first impression of the ramen place. I typically like to try out miso too, but the Tonkotsu here is so good that I don't feel like I need to think about other options!

Ramen Bar Ichi was great! I definitely recommend the Tonkotsu Ramen, it was rich, flavorful, and…read morereally satisfying. I'll definitely be coming back to try more from the menu.

I saw this place featured on social media, and it did not disappoint! It's such a cute spot -- they…read morereally put thought into the layout, and it definitely draws people in. We were seated right away, and the service was very quick. We ordered the chicken ramen, and it was delicious. My daughter really enjoyed her food as well, which is always a win! Honestly, the highlight is just eating there -- the atmosphere makes it such a fun experience. It's definitely more than just a meal; it's the whole vibe.

Love this place! The honeycomb booth is super cute and somehow soundproof so you don't hear the…read moreother tables at all. each table has a button to order and pay. Service is crazy fast even during busy times. the noodles are perfectly chewy and the broth is packed with flavor. I usually don't like miso ramen but theirs in amazing. definitely will come back to try more Tokyo tonkotsu 10/10 Miso Ramen 10/10 Yakitori platter 7/10 (very salty)

my boyfriend and I love this place for date nights! Food comes out pretty quick and it always…read moretastes fresh. The waiters are friendly and give great recommendations.

I do not eat ramen often, but Tamashi was so good that I would definitely go back…read more I had the shrimp ramen (without pork extra shrimp), and it was super flavorful and really hit the spot. The service was fine, and everyone was friendly. The tables are a little close together, but it was not too crowded when I went for dinner, and it was not too loud either. It is a great spot if you are looking for somewhere you can actually talk, whether that is for a casual dinner or a date. Overall, I really enjoyed it and would come back again.

I didn't have too high expectations coming here, but decided to just join some friends before an…read moreevent. Was also surprised to hear that they have kids eat free every day! We arrived around 5:40pm on a Friday night and there was plenty of seating. However, by the time we finished around 6:30pm the restaurant was bustling. The waiter told us he expected a very busy evening. Chicken karaage arrived first and was done very nicely. The exterior was super crispy and the inside juicy and moist. Yum. I was seriously tempted to order another plate since it only came with 6-7 pieces. Next, all the ramens came out. I got the shoyu truffle which I enjoyed a lot. I liked that you can taste the truffle flavor without it being overpowering. Also liked that the broth itself wasn't as salty as some ramen places. Noodles were al dente and all the toppings were tasty! Loved that the char sui actually had a good amount of lean meat versus it being mostly fat. The char grilled bamboo shoots were a nice touch as well. I tried my son's tonkotsu shoyu and enjoyed it too. I think my least favorite was my husband's tonkotsu gachi ramen, but he enjoyed it. Overall had a very good experience and look forward to coming back!

I love ramen and have always been curious about this spot next to my nail salon. In recent months,…read morethey have decided to open for lunch. I was excited to stop in and try it on a Monday around 1pm. The inside of the restaurant is really nicely done. It has a bar area and tables. I was sat at a table. The ordering system is through a QR code. It was fine and I paid with Apple Pay. You can also type in your credit card. I chose the tonkatsu ramen with the lunch special add on of pork and rice for 3.90. The ramen was a 7/10 for me. The egg, the pork and the broth lacked flavor. The flavor on the pork in the rice dish was better, but the rice was overcooked and mushy. I gave up on my bowl about halfway through and left unsatisfied. I don't think I'll be back.

Toyori is a small establishment and on a Friday night we had to wait a few minutes to be seated…read more This was a minuscule burden to bear as the food was simply divine! It is next to mensho but the line is much shorter. I will say the system for their waiting list is a bit confusing. You are supposed to put your name on the list and then probably leave or form a queue. It wasn't very clear so we stood by the list until we were called. The menus are printed on soft vinyl-like paper, kind of like a photo book. It set the tone for the decadent meal! When we sat, we immediately received cucumber salad and potato salad as an appetizer. They had a few donburis, sizzling plates, and ramens. I chose a donburi as I feel it is relatively uncommon to find donburi in Japanese restaurants in Houston. It was so good! The meat was really tasty and the rice was perfect. I also had the geso karaage and it was quite good!! Overall, solid, classic Japanese food, elevated to perfection! Reminds me of the type of place you might find in Japan. A true hidden gem!

The place was cute and the service was quick, but unfortunately the food wasn't my favorite…read more Items we wanted but weren't available: geso kaarage (squid) and no fruit sodas of any flavor *Appetizers: 6/10 We started off with the chicken kaarage and the chili oil beef dumplings, both were underwhelming. The kaarage wasn't crispy at all and the dumplings just tasted like basic chili oil you find in a jar. ******The business owner did comment stating that their chili oil is made in house, which is great, but for me and my experience I wasn't a big fan. My comment still stands :) *Entrees: 7.5/10 I am a big unagi fan and was really excited to try the one here. Unfortunately the mountain of sauce on top was not good therefore making this a solid 7/10. My husband got the spicy chicken one (not quite sure exactly which one) but he really enjoyed it. 9/10 I got the Spicy Miso with a side of ribeye. I feel like we've had better ramen elsewhere but this was still a solid contender. And the steak was actually really good! It was super soft. Overall 7.8/10 Lastly we received a yakult when checking out. This was a nice touch to end the night! Overall review: would only come back for the ramen broth and the meats! Skip the appetizers!!

Cool 24/7 ramen spot! Funky atmosphere - anime on multiple…read moretvs and Michael Jackson music playing on the speakers. Everything we had tasted greatt! My favorite thing was the Kimchi Fried Rice with Chicken - it was so good I didn't have the chance to take a photo! lol. Service did not stand out, but when we needed our guy he was nearby and ready to help us. Will definitely be returning! :))

DEM NACHOSSS WAS BUSSIN'…read more Let's get right into it. We went here as a last minute option due to Leighton's House of Lamb + Ramen being CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS. Boom, we come here. They deserve 4.5 stars because come on it's 24/7 ramen. Parking is cool but limited. First impression walking in was that it has this really unique and dope vibe. I love the set up and it was giving spacious. There were cassette tapes aligned on the wall in the booth we sat in, which I thought was very creative. There was Anime characters above the doors when you first walk in, with Anime playing on the TVs at the bar. Oh yeah, THERES A FULL BAR if you ready to get your drink on. Now, off rip the host was annoying. She was kinda rushy and caught an attitude when we asked for a booth. We can't even describe the vibe she gave off fr. It was just BLEH. Our table was clean which is very important to us and our waitress Yasmin was kind and patient with our questions, and dietary substitutions. We ordered the Super Saiyan Nachos as an appetizer for $16. Maaann, these were so delicious!!!!! We actually substituted the pork for shiitake mushrooms and when I tell y'all we were surprised at the portion We both looked at each other like "YAAASSSSSS" Next came our Ramen orders which didn't take long at all. Not that we were counting because we were INDULGED in those nachos LOL Babii rated her Oxtail Ramen a '7/10' for $25. She would've preferred to get shiitake mushrooms because she particularly didn't like the fact that the Oxtails were shredded and not on the bone (which is what we both expected when reading it). She also would've liked if they gave her a spice option since she likes spicy ramen. Unfortunately, we had to purchase a nasty 'Kappa' sauce which was not worth the $1.50. To her the portion size was A1, however we paid for the meat so it wasn't worth the $25. Now, the Vegetable Garden to me was a '8.5/10' it was good, had amazing portion size and they were not lacking in the texture department. I mean, the spinach noodles were delish, vegetable cooked very Al dente. I cannot complain on that part. To me it was missing a bit of flavor, maybe salt would've done the trick. Overall though, it did have the flavor of the mushrooms which wasn't bad. Most importantly though, I felt light after consuming my meal. Therefore, I have to give it all a high rating. GO TRY THIS PLACE OUT, ITS WORTH THE TRY