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Small shop in LES with friendly staff and a chill ambience. There's a few ramens to choose from, with a couple vegan options. We opted for the tonkotsu and the spicy black tantanmen. The tonkotsu was good, it had a strong pork flavor consistent with tonkotsu, the portion was filling, and the chasiu was nicely charred. The broth itself is not thick, like you would expect, so depends how you like your tonkotsu but something to keep in mind. 4/5 The black tantanmen had very strong, nutty flavor, very thick soup, which is comforting on a cold day. The portion is filling as well. My issue with it is the breaded, fried chicken they include with it. They place it in the soup, and it gets soggy quickly, leaving small chunks of bread all throughout the soup that was generally unpleasant, especially when there's ground pork in the soup and I keep expecting that only to bite into soggy breading. 3/5
It was my first time trying authentic Japanese Ramen, I got the spicy tonkotsu and my date got the spicy miso ramen. Overall the food was pretty good and they had outdoor dining with heating and the service was really nice and respectful
Reliably delicious especially on a cold day. I love the spicy miso ramen, which has a rich broth and perfectly bouncy noodles. We also tried the karaage buns which were flavorful and crispy. The space is small so there can be a wait but the turnover is pretty quick
On a rainy day, ramen is great and honestly Mr. Take Ramen was not the first, second, or third option. It was the only place not crowded out the door but it was a good choice. I ordered the Tonkotsu ramen and my friend choose the same thing but spicy version. The ramen was nice, flavorful and the tonkotsu was juicy and melts in the mouth but there was so much bean sprouts. I actually asked for no bean sprouts and the bowl doesn't look as full. I wish they gave me another topping as a replacement but nope. My friend was annoyed with the bean sprouts but liked it overall. The only thing that I would complain about is the fact that I have to ask for the check 4+ times before they could get back to me so the service could have been better.
Ordered the spicy tonkotsu. Presentation was on point, but my egg seemed un-marinated and the broth didn't quite hit. Solid if you need a ramen fix, but definitely not the best in the city.
came on a wednesday with 4 other friends and were easily able to snag a seat at the bar we have all been dying to try this spot and decided to do a cheeky wednesday dinner so that there would be no issues getting a seat since they dont take reservations i decided to do the spicy tonkotsu since the broth is my favorite but i also tried my friends spicy miso i gotta say the broth of the tonkatsu and the noodles of the miso would be an elite combo - i dont love thin noodles so thats my con for this spot - and there werent as many toppings as other spots. otherwise its pretty solid - def hits a craving especially in cold winters! the service was fast and the inside was small yet cozy! def recommend
Can honestly say that if these types of places were more of what Michelin recognized restaurants were like - I'd probably seek them out more often. Didn't realize until we had sat down that this was the case. We got gyoza and pork buns: both good- but the buns were insanely good. Meat was succulent and the sauce thiccc and flavorful. The gyoza was standard. The ramen I went with the tonkotsu as usual, adding an egg. This was very very good - thinner noodles than usual. But the broth was really exceptional to me. The execution was really great and I found myself questioning the other places I've been to.
I really enjoyed Mr Taka ramen, I went right when they opened so thankfully I didn't have to wait. The food was also pretty good. The karrage had the flavor of almost a soy garlic seasoning but a little but sweeter; solid starter. The ramen was very good... but the two things that killed it for me was the heavy handed cilantro. I said no cilantro but they still gave it to me and it completely overpowers the dish. But any bite I could get without the cilantro was fantastic. Also don't get the chicken add-on - very bland.
Returned to the place where I had one of my first ramen bowls when I moved to NYC and left pretty disappointed. Nomz: Had the gyoza to start, a little dry but good overall. Ordered the tonkotsu ramen and the amount of toppings on top of it was excessive and very disproportionate to the broth in the bowl. The meat was so thick and overcooked that it was hard to bite into and eat. I left most of it, which was sad, currently the worst bowel of ramen I've had in NYC. Drinks: Ordered a light beer and it was forgotten until after our food came. Service: Left a lot to be desired given there were only 3/4 of us there. Ambiance: Cute bar area and other tables around, cozy. Nope or Dope: Nope, don't think I will be returning again, somehow this place has gone down down down, very sad.
Came here with some friends right before they were closing. I got the spicy tonkotsu it came out piping hot, flavors for days, spice level was perfect and the pork was cooked perfectly. I ordered extra scallions cause I like extra scallions in my ramen, and it was very filling. Even though the bowl appeared to be small, it was a very large and hefty portion. I will go back a 1000 times
I had the KARAAGE and Yuzu Shoyu. It was really good. I was really impressed by the ramen: it wasn't salty at all and the broth was extremely balanced. I would go as far to say it's probably one of the best ramens I have had in a long time. Coming in from a long flight, this is exactly what the doctor ordered. I even ordered extra broth, it was that good. After eating, I did t feel bloated- they used good flour to make the noodles. 10/10 would make a stop here.
6 months ago
5 months ago
Met up with a friend to have lunch. Always passed by so decided to try. Staff was welcoming & although it's small it wasn't crowded. There is also bar & outdoor seating as well. I got the cheese tonkatsu ramen & my friend ordered the karaage tan tan. It might be seasonal as I didn't see it on the menu. Cheese tonkatsu is good, I like how the cha su is more like bacon. Bit crispy and not soggy by being in the broth. Portion was also perfect for me, as I was able to eat most & was full. My friend liked the karaage tan tan. It's a cold ramen that comes with a dipping broth. You can ask to adjust the spice level. Cheaper if you pay by cash. read more
2 months ago
Pretty solid ramen shop - the spicy tonkatsu had great broth and noodle texture. The pork belly buns were quite dry and the hiyashi soba had a great refreshing broth, but the noodles were in pieces??? I just wish both dishes had more broth. Overall ambiance was great and service was also great. I'd recommend going to try their spicy tonkatsu ramen! read more
9 months ago
Small shop in LES with friendly staff and a chill ambience. There's a few ramens to choose from, with a couple vegan options. We opted for the tonkotsu and the spicy black tantanmen. The tonkotsu was good, it had a strong pork flavor consistent with tonkotsu, the portion was filling, and the chasiu was nicely charred. The broth itself is not thick, like you would expect, so depends how you like your tonkotsu but something to keep in mind. 4/5 The black tantanmen had very strong, nutty flavor, very thick soup, which is comforting on a cold day. The portion is filling as well. My issue with it is the breaded, fried chicken they include with it. They place it in the soup, and it gets soggy quickly, leaving small chunks of bread all throughout the soup that was generally unpleasant, especially when there's ground pork in the soup and I keep expecting that only to bite into soggy breading. 3/5 read more
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It was my first time trying authentic Japanese Ramen, I got the spicy tonkotsu and my date got the spicy miso ramen. Overall the food was pretty good and they had outdoor dining with heating and the service was really nice and respectful read more
Reliably delicious especially on a cold day. I love the spicy miso ramen, which has a rich broth and perfectly bouncy noodles. We also tried the karaage buns which were flavorful and crispy. The space is small so there can be a wait but the turnover is pretty quick read more
4 months ago
On a rainy day, ramen is great and honestly Mr. Take Ramen was not the first, second, or third option. It was the only place not crowded out the door but it was a good choice. I ordered the Tonkotsu ramen and my friend choose the same thing but spicy version. The ramen was nice, flavorful and the tonkotsu was juicy and melts in the mouth but there was so much bean sprouts. I actually asked for no bean sprouts and the bowl doesn't look as full. I wish they gave me another topping as a replacement but nope. My friend was annoyed with the bean sprouts but liked it overall. The only thing that I would complain about is the fact that I have to ask for the check 4+ times before they could get back to me so the service could have been better. read more
4 months ago
came on a wednesday with 4 other friends and were easily able to snag a seat at the bar we have all been dying to try this spot and decided to do a cheeky wednesday dinner so that there would be no issues getting a seat since they dont take reservations i decided to do the spicy tonkotsu since the broth is my favorite but i also tried my friends spicy miso i gotta say the broth of the tonkatsu and the noodles of the miso would be an elite combo - i dont love thin noodles so thats my con for this spot - and there werent as many toppings as other spots. otherwise its pretty solid - def hits a craving especially in cold winters! the service was fast and the inside was small yet cozy! def recommend read more
11 months ago
Can honestly say that if these types of places were more of what Michelin recognized restaurants were like - I'd probably seek them out more often. Didn't realize until we had sat down that this was the case. We got gyoza and pork buns: both good- but the buns were insanely good. Meat was succulent and the sauce thiccc and flavorful. The gyoza was standard. The ramen I went with the tonkotsu as usual, adding an egg. This was very very good - thinner noodles than usual. But the broth was really exceptional to me. The execution was really great and I found myself questioning the other places I've been to. read more
7 months ago
I really enjoyed Mr Taka ramen, I went right when they opened so thankfully I didn't have to wait. The food was also pretty good. The karrage had the flavor of almost a soy garlic seasoning but a little but sweeter; solid starter. The ramen was very good... but the two things that killed it for me was the heavy handed cilantro. I said no cilantro but they still gave it to me and it completely overpowers the dish. But any bite I could get without the cilantro was fantastic. Also don't get the chicken add-on - very bland. read more
3 years ago
Returned to the place where I had one of my first ramen bowls when I moved to NYC and left pretty disappointed. Nomz: Had the gyoza to start, a little dry but good overall. Ordered the tonkotsu ramen and the amount of toppings on top of it was excessive and very disproportionate to the broth in the bowl. The meat was so thick and overcooked that it was hard to bite into and eat. I left most of it, which was sad, currently the worst bowel of ramen I've had in NYC. Drinks: Ordered a light beer and it was forgotten until after our food came. Service: Left a lot to be desired given there were only 3/4 of us there. Ambiance: Cute bar area and other tables around, cozy. Nope or Dope: Nope, don't think I will be returning again, somehow this place has gone down down down, very sad. read more
2 years ago
Came here with some friends right before they were closing. I got the spicy tonkotsu it came out piping hot, flavors for days, spice level was perfect and the pork was cooked perfectly. I ordered extra scallions cause I like extra scallions in my ramen, and it was very filling. Even though the bowl appeared to be small, it was a very large and hefty portion. I will go back a 1000 times read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
I had the KARAAGE and Yuzu Shoyu. It was really good. I was really impressed by the ramen: it wasn't salty at all and the broth was extremely balanced. I would go as far to say it's probably one of the best ramens I have had in a long time. Coming in from a long flight, this is exactly what the doctor ordered. I even ordered extra broth, it was that good. After eating, I did t feel bloated- they used good flour to make the noodles. 10/10 would make a stop here. read more
4 years ago
This place was nice. I went with a friednand it was empty when we arrived. It started getting full about 45 minutes in. Which made it hard to move around in as the place is pretty tight inside. We ordered 2 appetizers and our entrees. Pork Gyozas -5/5 these were delicious. They pan fried them ao well, the meat with cooked through and were warm to eat. Pork buns -4.5/5. These were delicious but wish it had a bit more sauce spread on it as it was a little dry. Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen - 3.5/5 this ramen was ok. The meat and veggies were tasty but the broth felt too bland and not at all spicy. Aburi Chasu Rice Bowl - 2.5/5 I do not think their rice bowls are worth getting. I ordered the bowl with pork. It was just rice pork and green onions on top. The price of 17$ for a simple bowl does not seem worth the price to me. Next time i would order a ramen option. It was still tasty though. The staff ws nice and quick to take our order and assist us. read more
4 years ago
Came here with a group of 5 friends on a Sunday night. Was fairly crowded but we got seated pretty quickly. Servers were all friendly and helpful. 4 out of the 5 of us ordered the exact same thing (Spicy Stamina) where 1 person ordered something different. 4 of our dishes came out fairly quickly, and since it was freezing cold out, our 1 friend still waiting on their dish said we could go ahead and get started. Since we were all hungry and cold, we dove into the ramen. The flavors were very good. I've definitely had richer flavors in Los Angeles spots, but above average for sure. After about 25 minutes, our friend still hadn't gotten their meal. We checked in with our server, and they forgot to put it in. It had gotten busier since we first sat down, so we were all well beyond done with our meals by the time our friend finally got served, about 10 minutes after checking in about it. Since he got the same thing as almost all of us, we noticed his ramen was piled high with ground pork (which is included on the menu as part of this dish), which made us realize that none of our dishes had ground pork in it. Pretty disappointing to pay $20 for a bowl of ramen and get skipped out on the meat. Every single one of us also paid an additional $2.50 - $3 to add an egg or corn to their bowl. After politely expressing our disappointment that our ramen didn't have any ground pork, and our friend had to eat alone 30+ minutes after the rest of us, the wait staff was apologetic. We honestly were expecting some type of small comped offer of an appetizer, drink, or taking off the extra charges (egg and corn). We had absolutely nothing comped or offered on the bill which was a little surprising given the multiple mistakes. The bathroom situation inside is also atrocious. It's EXTREMELY small with no where to wait. The bathroom door is wedged in between the kitchen and a service door. A server was coming out of the kitchen with food, so I stepped back closer to the service door to get out of their way, and got nailed in the back of the head by the service door flying open. Maybe we'd have better luck during a non-dinner time, but I wouldn't go again with how many dining options there are in NYC. read more
2 years ago
Me and my Roomate's favorite ramen in the EV. The pork falls right off the bone every-time and is delicious. Inside the restaurant it feels like I'm in a movie. Good lighting and cozy. The staff is super kind and very attentive if you need anything! If you like ramen, go. read more
Wow this place is literally heaven! I've had a few Ramen by the LES but this one tops them all. The flavors are GREAT! I don't usually eat the pork but the way they make it here its so flavorful and perfectly charred. I chose the Spicy Miso and i think it is my new favorite! The service was great as well! John was kind and quick. I went during my break so it was nice and quiet. read more
4 years ago
Was craving ramen and realized Mr. Taka was right around the corner so decided to check it out. The place is pretty small so we opted to sit outdoors but the tables are pretty close in space (didn't bother us tho!). We ordered the takoyaki and the karage buns for appetizers and OMG the Karaage buns were SO GOOD. It took us by surprise because the chicken was actually so big and juicy so highly recommend. I like that this place also offers non pork soup base and there's a vegetarian option for ramen as well. My friend and I ordered the spicy tonkotsu and the yuzu shoyu. It was decently good, nothing too special about it but nothing to complain either. Would come back if I'm around the area but I don't think I would go out of my way for this. read more
This place has a cozy ambience with the tables close together. The food may take some time to come out. However, worth the wait! The Spicy Tonkotsu can be quite mild if you don't mix in the entire red glob of spicy sauce. The Spicy Miso Cucumber is a very tolerable spicy. The Takoyaki balls are best while warm. The small bathroom is clean and has no odd smells. Would recommend as a casual lunch/dinner date spot. read more
Small very comfortable place, where everyone is very friendly , efficient and super friendly. The ramen was great , but too greasy for my taste. There was plenty of meat, and their noodles are absolutely great!!! Everything tasted fresh. The place is neat and clean . read more
5 years ago
Delicious ramen! Got the spicy tonkatsu ramen, with an extra egg! (Cuz we all know ramen eggs are life ). Came here on a really cold night, so the hot soup really hot the spot! The owner also has a Michelin star! Spicy Tonkotsu: 5/5 Delicious flavorful broth, the noodles were perfectly chewy, and there was this red pasty sauce that was bursting witj flavor and enhanced the overall soup. The chasu was also perfectly cooked, very tender, and thick cut. The bean sprouts were also very crunchy and delicious! Definitely coming back here! Not too spicy either, had to order spicy chili oil on the side, and that was also very flavorful! Peach Cocktail: 5/5 Delicious flavor, sparkling peach, cocktail inside a glass bottle. Drink I think imported from Tokyo! Highly recommend if you love cocktails that are tasty. Service/staff: 5/5 Very friendly staff! The waiter who served us was so kind, it was his first day and he was killing it read more
I have no idea why I didn't come here sooner. I ordered the spicy cheese tonkatsu and it was overwhelmingly delicious. Exactly what I personally like in ramen- rich thick broth that coats your spoon and clings to the noodles as you eat. It came with abundant toppings, including the chashu which was perfectly tender and fatty and melted in my mouth. The egg was maybe slightly over marinated. Having made these types of eggs myself, I found there's a sweet spot and if you leave them in the marinade for a day or so too long they develop a little bit of bitterness. It was still delicious. Huge contender for my new favorite. I wish I had heard of it sooner. Definitely worth a visit. read more
2 years ago
Mr. Taka is a nice little ramen spot that has not been posted on social media (at least to my knowledge), and the ramen was decent. I wouldn't say this is the best ramen i've had in the city, but the service really added points for the restraint in my experience. read more
2 years ago
Visited NYC for the first time and had dinner reservations somewhere else but after rereading the reviews we decided to cancel so this was a last minute find/decision and it ended up being one of the best meals of our trip! Their spicy tonkostu was AMAZING, I've never been to a ramen place that prepares their meat the way this place does! It definitely makes it hard to eat at other ramen places back home because now nothing compares to our experience here. We will absolutely return the next time we visit! read more
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I went here two years ago and it was phenomenal but I just went back and I'm not sure I'll go again. One of the waiters was super rude about my family wanting to sit outside. We didn't mind just waiting for an outside table but they sat us inside and told us they would switch us when one was ready but then got upset at us for wanting to switch when the table was ready 5 minutes later (despite us not ordering anything, using the silverware etc). One guy in particular was snapping at us. Not sure if he was just having a bad day. The ramen wasn't anything special which was sad because it was so phenomenal last time. I don't think I need to go back again anytime soon. read more
2 years ago
delicious ramen in a nice cozy atmosphere! cool vibe and quick service! Definitely recommend read more
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