Nara Ramen

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Such a cool presentation of their sushi rolls on Mother's Day. Thank you! We got the Spicy crab rolls & Idaho Roll. Both 10/10. read more

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Great sushi!!! One of my favorite places, service is also very attentive and knowledgeable!

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Nara Ramen was a delightful surprise and a great new addition to the area. My husband and I were nearby and tried to go to another restaurant that had a wait, but instead stumbled across Nara Ramen. Food: 5/5. We tried a few different sushi and a bowl of Tonkotsu ramen. The sushi was some of the best around! The ramen was good as well, but we thought the sushi was noteworthy and really stood out to us. Service: 4/5 When we first arrived, 3 employees were standing around chatting, so it took a minute or two for them to notice us. Once we were seated thought the service was great! Our waiter was friendly and attentive. Atmosphere: 4/5. I really enjoy the ambiance of the restaurant. It was really clean and had great decor. There can be some issues with not enough parking though since there are a few other businesses around. Kid friendly: 3/5. There were some kids in the restaurant and they had highchairs. It's not somewhere that I would necessarily take our small children to though. Overall, Nara has good sushi and the Meridian location is a great new addition to that area. read more

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Tiana B.

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We love this place! It's always consistently good and great service. The roll selections are all delicious and we order like 10 things every time! read more

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They made us a SUSHI BOAT. Listen- this is my absolute favorite chain in all of Idaho. Each new location they open gets closer and closer to me in Canyon County. But this time- they brought me the sushi boat. What else can I say except go to whatever one you feel is closest to what you need to do and try it. Sushi, great. ramen, great, appetizers all great. read more

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The restaurant is beautiful and has a great atmosphere! Everyone was super nice. We were greeted immediately. We decided to sit at the bar and the sushi chef was fun to watch and talk to! We were immediately given water and squid salad as soon as we sat down. We got 3 rolls and some nigiri, and then matcha mochi for dessert! The sushi was well made and tasted fresh! We took home left overs! If you haven't had o-toro or escolar before, this is a great affordable please to try it!! Will definitely be back! read more

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Makayla R.

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$6 dollars for the smallest bite of Nigiri. This is just laughable. I have never seen such small Nigiri before. I also just found a hair in the ramen. I use to love this place, but I will never order take out again. Wild. read more

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Pamela L.

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Came here for a date night with my niece. It was my first time here, & our server was nice and patient as we decided what to order. Gave us many recommendations. We will definitely be back. read more

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Cam X.

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Against my better judgment we gave Nara a second chance and were rewarded with terrible cuts of Salmon Sashimi, hard and chewy. They have found a new low. read more

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Jo D.

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So nice to have a sushi spot on this side of town! We have gone twice, and both times the sushi was delicious. Very friendly servers, great presentation, decent prices and full bar! read more

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Service was great! Very helpful, friendly and presented my order nicely. I came on a Monday afternoon for a late lunch. No wait, and came in as the lunch rush was just clearing out. The place is set up almost exactly like it's previous tenant (Homestead), but with different, and brighter decor. Clean and welcoming. The sushi was just ok. I ordered the Jalapeno Popper, a spicy tuna roll, and an Alaska roll. The jalapeno popper was yummy, but heavy with too much sauce. One piece was pretty much just jalapeno with a little krab, no cream cheese. My rolls were on par with grocery store sushi. Fresh, but the rice was off and the fish in both rolls was just ok. I had a few pieces leftover, which I would normally take home for later. But something about leaving these behind didn't feel like I was missing out on anything. Nice cocktail, beer and wine list. The glass of chardonnay that I ordered was probably the best part of the meal. I might be back to try other items that are not sushi, but sadly wouldn't recommend as a sushi restaurant. read more

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Tammy L.

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I've been here half a dozen times now. We love it. The food is great. But there are never enough servers. Every time we've come there's been either one server having the entire restaurant or two servers sharing the restaurant and the patio. For me a typical lunch lasted about an hour. But if you come here prepared to wait, it's nearly impossible to make it out in less than two. Apps and food and drinks often come all at once. I would go more often but don't have the time to spend read more

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Maria M.

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We where seated as soon as we went in and they gave us some toasted peanuts which where tasty. They took our order and the food came out hot and pretty fast they a few tables taken. It had plenty of Japanese art up and a bar if you like to sit at and order. Looked clean and plenty of seating. read more

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Kimberly R.

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Always a great experience! The food here is consistently delicious, and the staff is incredibly kind and welcoming. My go-to order is their spicy rolls -- they're packed with flavor and just the right amount of heat. If you like it extra spicy, just ask -- they're always happy to go the extra mile to customize it for you! read more

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Marissa R.

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Consistently the best experience every time I visit! Isabelle provided outstanding service friendly, attentive, and truly went above and beyond to make everything perfect. The atmosphere is always welcoming, clean, and relaxing, making it such a great space to spend time in. I always leave impressed and looking forward to coming back. Highly recommend! read more

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Mary G.

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In town visiting my family, and tried this new (to me) sushi place. We started out with spicy edamame and shared several rolls. They were quite good. If you are sensitive to heat, be wary of the spicy edamame. You need not worry too much about the pepper symbols on the menu though. They are not overly spicy, but very yummy!! read more

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Yvonny J.

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So I'll start by saying It was okay. Ordered their jalapeño poppers and felt like they could've been a little softer or cooked longer, they were too crunchy. I also felt like there wasn't much to them like ok I've tried this and won't order again type of thing. I got the spicy beef rib ramen and I thought that was good, I love broth so that was my favorite part about that. Also tried their sunshine roll and thought it was plainnnn, not much to it and/or lacking flavor. Personally I just don't feel like places need to go overboard on the decor on plates. I don't need all the frills, get your kale and fancy decor off my plate, it just doesn't belong. It's close by our home but I'm not sure we'd come back unless really in the mood for ramen (possibly). read more

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Diane T.

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I had a wonderful early lunch at Nara Ramen. The restaurant has an open concept seating area and a full bar. The best part of my visit was my server Kale! Kale gave me recommendations on the variety of sushi rolls. I chose the Sweetheart Roll (salmon, whitefish, tuna and mango). The presentation was fabulous because it came with a smoking special effect. Kale also gave me some recommendations for Bobas and I tried the Coconut Mango which was delicious. She was very pleasant and knowledgeable. I understand Nara Ramen is very busy on the weekends, but if you don't like crowds they provide take out. The menu offers so much I can't do it justice, but you can check it out online. I recommend Nara Ramen and make sure to say hi to Kale!! read more

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Great service, we were sat right away for lunch and it seemed clean. Taste was good. Price was on par. I will return. read more

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Persian P.

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The newest Nara Ramen location open up on the corner of Chinden and Linder. This place is awesome... The same great ramens, plus a full sushi bar and the only Nara with a full bar. The overall ambiance of the location is clean, fun and fitting to the food. Their spice beef rib ramen is amazing, I usually add an egg to it along with an additional beef rib. The sushi is fresh and the servers are nice. Great add to this growing section of town! read more

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Victoria M.

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This is fastly become our favorite Ramen place in town. Everything about it is outstanding. We've tried four different Ramens. They were all incredible. We have tried multiple sushi rolls and they were all outstanding as well. We just love this place. The food, the atmosphere the service they've got it all. read more

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Dan S.

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The place is ok at best. Ramen is a bit overly salted but the smoked/grilled char siu (pork) is its saving grace as it's absolutely delicious. The ramen noodle quality here (both the thin and thick ones) aren't that good. Boba drinks and sushi here were subpar compared to other places nearby. Probably won't come pack unless we're too lazy to travel further for ramen (Sho Ramen by Main is much better). read more

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Logan R.

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Seriously some of the best sushi in the treasure valley! Everything from flavor to presentation is incredible. Our server was very kind and helpful, we sat at the bar and the chef in front of us was kind and entertaining. The restaurant itself is a little tight but extremely clean. Not to mention the prices! A full sushi roll (and a good very one) for $9.00?! Love it! 9/10 will definitely be back soon! read more

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Cyn T.

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Our second visit. Very nice place. Ramen is my favorite. Sushi looks good but I didn't have any. Lots of Boba and alcoholic beverages. Staff is sweet and attentive. Country music playing. Right off 20/26. read more

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Cidney M.

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Best sushi around, the energy is great, and the staff are amazing! Will always come back.

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Joshua B.

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The ramen broth is great. The meat in the ramen is okay. The sushi is okay. The side dishes are great. The drink menu is awesome. Service was great. Ambiance was great. I prefer sushi from Whole Foods or Fujiyama, but this is the best ramen in town. read more

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Jenna H.

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sushi was amazing and i loved my boba drink! our waiter ethan was also amazing and very helpful throughout our experience! we got to sit outside which was perfect during spring time ! read more

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Great food, high quality and priced extremely well. Hard to find well priced sushi in the valley anymore! Beef Don was great. read more

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Randy M.

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Been here twice since they opened. Had poor service on round 1, gave it another shot and round 2 was worse. We ordered the calamari appetizer and it was greasy and fishy tasting, mostly inedible. The Mrs ordered a ramen dish and the chicken tasted like freezer burnt left over Thanksgiving turkey. I had sushi, it was the saving grace of this meal. Pretty decent. The worse part, we ate 10% of the calamari, the waitress saw it sitting and didn't ask about it. We mentioned it at checkout and no offer to take the uneaten appetizer off the ticket, just a "here's your bill". Won't be back, do better. read more

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Courtney M.

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Really great food and great atmosphere overall, but the last time I went in to sit down, I was sitting next to the window and it was completely nasty on the ground along the window trim, and the window was splattered with food. You guys need to really pay attention when you're cleaning to make sure that you're cleaning underneath the table into the side I don't want to eat my food and look at that. Also, the younger girl that is working there needs to be a bit more friendly. read more

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Lilly K.

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The food was absolutely amazing, as well as even though the restaurant was insanely busy the servers were working insanely hard and fast yet we still didn't feel rushed and felt well attended to! Would definitely go again just for the salmon sashimi!!! read more

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Pamela M.

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Just had edamame delivered. It was filled with ramen noodles in the same box. The gyoza sauce was all over every item in the bag and boxes, and a mess to clean up. Meal was freezing cold. No notification from Uber Eats on delivery status. White rice was fine. I won't order from this establishment to be delivered anymore. The restaurant is fine. read more

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Never come here = bro never come here service was rushed the sushi was so bad and when I thought maybe the ramen maybe was good some people across the way where making ew faced clearly not enjoying it. read more

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Cal C.

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This was everything I'd hoped it would be. The ramen bowls are spectacular and the sushi selection fantastic. Had the sweetheart roll and the black dragon. Yum! Service is fast and friendly. Love!!! read more

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Bsleopard S.

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If you're from CA you know what good sushi tastes like. I'd describe this at the same level as anything you'd pick up from the grocery store. The dry ice gets water all over the food ‍ read more

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They gave me good food would recommend the service as really good. The waiter was really nice and got us everything we needed. The place was really nicely decorated was a really good experience. read more

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Jeff R.

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Checked this place out and it was delicious! Can't wait to go back for more! Will miss Homestead but this is an excellent replacement!

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Doug M.

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The broth was warm, not hot. The ramen noodles were pasty! The broth flavor was good but difficult to get past the pasty noodles! read more

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Brad I.

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We got it to go but the chicken curry and sushi was pretty good, wife had ramen and she liked it as well, probably would've been even better in person read more

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6275 N Linder Rd
Ste 110
Meridian, ID 83646
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(208) 577-6470
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https://nararamen.com

Hours

What time does Nara Ramen open?

Nara Ramen opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Nara Ramen opens at 4:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

What time does Nara Ramen close?

Nara Ramen closes at 2:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Nara Ramen closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Nara Ramen closes at 9:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.Nara Ramen closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 9:30 PMSun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Nara Ramen take credit cards?

Yes, Nara Ramen takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Nara Ramen have a drive thru?

No, Nara Ramen does not have a drive thru.

Does Nara Ramen serve alcohol?

Yes, Nara Ramen serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Nara Ramen have TVs?

Yes, Nara Ramen has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Nara Ramen have outdoor seating?

Yes, Nara Ramen has outdoor seating options.

Does Nara Ramen have parking?

Yes, Nara Ramen has parking options. Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Nara Ramen wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Nara Ramen is wheelchair accessible.

Does Nara Ramen have free WiFi?

No, Nara Ramen does not have free WiFi.

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3.6 mi

I would say this to be a go to place. The food quality is there. Flavor everywhere , food…read morepresentation and most of all, the ratio of food portion to price is spot on. Lots and lots on the menu, that could be concerning but it works! We ordered rolls, sashimi, various appetizers. The people next to us ordered ramen and that too looked and smelled really good as it was being served. We got to the food too fast before taking any pics for the review.

Arrived about 130, was seated immediately. Quick service and little wait for food to arrive…read more Ordered salmon teriyaki bento box, chose miso soup over salad. Bento boxes come with main of choice, California roll, rice and 2 eggrolls ( no sauce). Thai tea to drink (no refills, but large, tall glass). Everything was delicious! That tea was perfectly sweetened. Salmon was crisp in the outside and tender/flaky on the inside. Rice was perfect and miso soup was delicious.

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Nara Ramen and Izakaya

3.7(81 reviews)

6.6 mi

Should be closed because of customer abuse…read more Ambiance of a Greyhound bus terminal with a clientele to match. Food totally sux. Salty, not fresh. One employee cooking and running from the kitchen to do everything, cook, register, bus tables, likely without washing hands. Probably works on clogged toilets without washing hands. Nobody at front counter. They have a screen where you order and pay. Everything is self serve and they have the gall to force a tip at checkout. They only accept credit cards and then added a service fee without my acknowledgement. You actually make your own boba. False advertising. Ramen is in the business name but no Ramen on menu. Everything is plastic. This place must be the biggest contributor to the hundreds of miles of floating plastic in the Pacific Ocean. Took 20 minutes to get my food and I was only one other customer at 1 pm on a Thursday. Totally effed up my order. I made it dine in and it came out in a bag to go. Super salty kung pao chicken. Only flimsy plastic ware. All of this is BS. $15 for food I would not allow a dog to eat. After tasting everything in my order, all of it went in the trash can.

Stopped in for just a drink. I wasn't interested in their food. I've had it a couple times and…read morewasn't impressed. Wasn't really greeted until my drink a done. Customer service hasn't really been the best here. So, I walked in not expecting much. Low expectations so you don't get disappointed. My tea is good. It's perfectly sweet. You can taste a hint of the floral from the jasmine tea and the fruit of the lychee. There are chewy little jellies on the bottom that are really good. The best part was the juicy lychee on the bottom. Service was a 1 but the drink was a 4.

The front counter has NO person.

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Sa-Wad-Dee Thai Restaurant

4.1(411 reviews)

3.6 mi

My favorite Thai spot! The dining room is a good size with plenty of tables, so it doesn't feel…read morecramped. Staff are friendly and happy to offer suggestions. You can choose your spice level, which I appreciate. The food is consistently delicious. Everything comes out hot and packed with flavor. Favorites so far: Fresh Roll Appetizer, Basil (Drunken) Noodles, Thai-style Beef Pho, Spicy Basil, and Thai Fried Rice. There's still a lot on the menu I want to try. Highly recommend.

The "Where Have You Been All My Life?" Moment We've lived in…read moreMeridian for eight years, literally half a mile down the road for some of that time, and we are just now trying Sa-Wad-Dee? Talk about a mystery! My wife and I finally swung by for a kid-free Saturday date night, and honestly, we've been missing out. The Vibe & A Happy Surprise The atmosphere is so welcoming with plenty of seating, but take my advice: get there early! By 6:30 PM, the place was packed. As a wine lover, I was hit with a total "welcome shock." Usually, Thai spots stick to a basic beer list, but Sa-Wad-Dee has a fantastic wall of wine! Seeing a solid selection of bottles and glasses made me feel right at home. I grabbed a bottle of one of my favorite reds at a very reasonable price--definitely my kind of dinner. The Main Event The service was top-tier, super attentive, friendly, and just genuinely nice people. And the food? Not a single miss. * Drunken Noodles: Full of authentic, bold flavor. * Shrimp Curry: Absolutely fantastic. Final Thoughts If you're looking for excellent Thai in Meridian, don't hesitate. And if you love a good glass of red with your curry, this is officially your new favorite spot. We'll definitely be back (and won't wait another eight years this time!).

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Green Cury

Vons Chicken

4.4(68 reviews)

3.3 mi

I love finding a new place to try delicious food. Vons is no exception. It's a Korean restaurant…read morethat bills itself as a chicken restaurant. They're excellent at both. They have a lot of traditional dishes like Japchae and bulgogi but they also serve a variety of oven and fried chicken dishes that were unique and flavorful. The server helped me get out of my comfort zone and order something different than a traditional dish. I had the friend chicken with a side of pickled radish and fries. Wish I'd gotten the rice instead of fries but it's all good. My wife had the Hot Stone Bibimbap which came out sizzling and delicious. A good tip is to look at the portion legend on the menu. A half portion doesn't sound like a lot of food but I was stuffed! Come check it out for yourself!

Some of the crispiest, stickiest, sauciest Korean fried chicken I've had. My favorites were Crispy…read moreYang-Myum and Cheese Buldak.