Stumbled on this little ramen spot on a rainy day and the soupy broth really hit the spot! I…read moreusually find broths a bit too rich to drink but this one was perfect. Love the simple menu ordering and how you can customize everything. Paying a la carte for the toppings does seem a bit steep but the food was solid!

Surprised I haven't been to this ramen spot earlier since it seems to be a pretty popular…read morerestaurant and staple in the Park Slope neighborhood. It's quite busy but the turnover rate is quick. The restaurant is small but has a good amount of tables and counter seating. But I've got to say I am disappointed by my overall experience based on how popular this spot is. You order from a menu you can write on, which allows you to customize your ramen selections (noodle thickness, broth, add-ons, etc). I ordered the tonkotsu ramen with spicy added. While the broth is pretty good, I think the overall ramen is a bit lacking compared to other ramen spots. I did not realize the ramen did not come with any ingredients besides the chashu meat and some scallions sprinkled on top. So this spot really requires you to customize and add on toppings. Usually other ramen spots already have selection of toppings in each type of bowl. So overall, my ramen was pretty standard and nothing outstanding. I do appreciate that you can add half or full serving of extra noodles for $1-2 if you want more. Also, like others mentioned, Ramen Danbo received a C health code rating. I didn't see this until halfway through my meal, but I probably would not have ate here if I saw it beforehand. Quite appalling for a restaurant that doesn't even have an extensive menu. Overall, the service is okay... I can't say I had any particular issues BUT I just felt like all the servers gave off the vibe that they just hated their jobs or something. It was just the vibe I got but it could just be me.

An absolute gem in South Park Slope!…read more We happened to be staying at a friend's place a few blocks away and was looking for something open on the later side with great food. We searched Yelp and came across Konoba Yakitori, and it absolutely hit the spot. My daughter and I loved our entire experience--everything from the food to the local neighborhood vibe to the incredibly friendly, attentive staff. Everything we ordered was fresh, cooked to perfection, and reasonably priced. We had the gyoza, edamame, Hamachi Lover, Ebi Shu Mai, and the $15 Beef Set (three beef skewers), accompanied by hot tea and Ramune. The beef skewers were a highlight--tender meat with seasoning that was spot-on. Warm, welcoming, prompt, and super efficient. The entire staff was friendly and accommodating, and our waiter was extremely helpful in guiding us through the menu. Top-tier service all around. The space is small and cozy with a simple, comfortable design. Seating is a bit tight and close to neighboring tables, but there's nothing wrong with being snug, rght? It gets busy, but customers tend to eat quickly, so even without reservations, the wait moves well. Most importantly, despite it being a intimate spot, we never felt rushed at all. It's simple, which is what makes it amazing. An incredible restaurant all around--I love this place and can't wait to return. Highly recommend!

It's simple. Great service, food and ambiance…read more I love this place and can't wait to return. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Outstanding service, food and vibes. Very clean aesthetics!…read more We went during happy hour and the glasses of wine and the sake were $10/glass. My husband and I decided to get the lunch menu with the salad (one of the best salads I've ever tried...the dressing is 100/10) and the classic ramen with extra noodles. Rich broth but doesn't feel too heavy, it was perfect. Handmade noodles, the pork slices and all in that bowl felt so homey. We will come back!

This was my second visit to Tonchin, and it definitely won't be my last…read more The first time I came, I sat at one of the high-top tables in the front. This visit, we were seated in the back at a regular table, and I really enjoyed the extra space and more relaxed atmosphere. The ramen was excellent; rich, flavorful, and exactly what I was craving. Everything came out fresh and beautifully presented. Our waiter, Kenny, was attentive, friendly, and checked in on us throughout the meal without being overbearing. One thing you absolutely have to order is the kimchi mushrooms. They were so good that I'm still thinking about them the next day. Seriously, if Tonchin sold jars of them, I'd keep one stocked in my fridge at all times. Great food, great service, and a beautiful space. I highly recommend checking it out if you're a ramen lover.

Very busy Japanese restaurant and highly recommend making reservations way in advance. Fish here is…read moreserved very fresh. My friends and I ordered the ozakaya donburi set, chicken karaage curry, kaki fried and a5 fried rice. The fish was buttery delicious. Loved how they serve a hot broth at the very end of your donburi set. Save some rice at the end for a nice experience to end your meal. The a5 was fatty and the karaage was fried perfectly. The restaurant was very busy when we went on a Saturday afternoon. The back dining area was crowded and very full. Our food came out quickly and i will definitely be back try some of their uni dishes. Highly recommend their donburi sets.

Ozakaya is a cute Japanese spot serving a variety of dishes, but their sushi is the star. Even on a…read moreweeknight, they were quite busy. The tables are a bit small and tight though, so they brought out our food in courses. We started off with the Kaishin Don ($45), which was perfectly plated over a bed of rice. This one came with a good amount of uni, which was much appreciated. Then we had the Ozakaya Donburi Set ($49), which is such a fun one. You have a raw egg to mix into your seafood bowl accompanied with some pickled veggies and sliced sashimi. Once you've ate more than half your bowl, you can get a broth that finished cooking your fish and turning the rice into porridge. The broth is savory and tangy, which gives it such a nice and refreshing flavor. We enjoyed both of these dishes a lot and it was fun to make your own handrolls. Then came the Mentai Pasta ($19), which is sadly one of the worst things I've ever ate. Not only was there barely any Mentai flavor, but the mayonnaise completely overpowered everything. I couldn't get over how I might as well have ate a spoonful of mayo on its own; that's how rich and heavy this dish was. The bacon was overcooked as well but somewhat cut all the mayo. I even tried to add some soy sauce but there was no saving this pasta. We ended up tossing the rest of the dish and I am not one to waste food. I even tried to complain to the waitress but she just ignored it. It was unfortunate because the other dishes we had were amazing. Luckily we were still able to end on a good note as we ordered the Oshiruko ($12) for dessert. This came with two scoops of matcha ice cream, grilled mochi, and red bean. Everything went well together and the matcha was strong. It's wild how good and bad some of the dishes were here. Definitely stick to the sushi and rice bowl dishes and whatever you do, DO NOT order the mentai pasta unless you love mayo.

Kyuramen is a nice spot, and I love that it has private booth seating with curtains because…read moresometimes I go out to eat alone and like private booth. You press the red button when you need to order or service. They also have tables for groups, so it's great whether you're coming alone or with family and friends. I ordered the Honeycomb Platter, which came with a variety of appetizers like shrimp tempura, popcorn chicken, and tofu. I got the Yin Yang Ramen which was very good. I am picky with ramen because sometimes I feel like the broth doesn't have flavor but their ramen was tasty and flavorful. For dessert I tried the matcha pudding with red beans and fresh milk. It had a unique taste but I recommend this for matcha lover. It was a nice spot, good food, and great service.

I'm giving this place 3 stars to split my reviews from 2 different times I went. The first time I'd…read moregive it 4 stars, but the second time I'd give it 2 stars. First: got combo B which was the perfect amount for 2 people since it included an appetizer, 2 ramens, 2 desserts and 2 drinks. Left very filled and happy. Would highly recommend their lemonade and Thai tea! The popcorn chicken is more batter than chicken, so it's good if you like more of a crunch. The tonkotsu and miso ramens were good, but not particularly notable. Kyuramen is a chain after all, so the food quality gives that same vibe as comforting when you're just craving some. Second: Got the yakitori platter, beef ramen (seasonal) and curry ramen and I'd personally pass on all of them. Their meats are over cooked which makes them tough. Both times the service was fine, I appreciate the call button so both don't have to wait for awkward timing issues. I do like the aesthetic of the place, especially with the privacy of the room shades/dividers. p.s. don't forget their slurp and win program! When you drink all the broth, there's a word on the bottom (or not) where you can get a free popcorn chicken/drink/etc for your next visit. I thought the chances would be pretty slim, but I got a drink voucher my second time!

Ambiance (5/5): We were sat immediately when they opened at 6p on a random Tuesday. There is…read moreanother seating area in the back (did not look) but the front can seat 5 parties. The inside is sleek, cozy, and medium lighting. Service (5/5): No issues with service since the restaurant was still fairly empty. Waitress was patient when we asked a slew of questions and her suggestions. Happy hour drinks were priced at $6 from 5:30p-7p with some tapas also at $5-7. Chicken dumpling (3/5) Red version: It was unique to find kernels of corn in the dumpling! I enjoyed the vinegar/soy sauce and chili oil. Next time, I would have liked to try the brown. Overall, there wasn't anything special about the steamed dumplings. Iron Men (3/5): I was disappointed since reviewers said that the broth would be very rich but it did not have much flavor to me even after using their house chili sauce (+$2). I definitely tasted the Iberian pork undertones but overall, I thought it was watery and didn't have much flavor without the chili. The poached egg was perfect. The rosemary oil was very subtle (cool presentation as it was provided in a dropper!) The noodles were perfect--chewy and bouncy. I thought the 2 slices of pork were thin but tender, also more lean and not fatty (not as ideal so did not melt in your mouth). Expensive for a bowl with little meat ($23). I did not use the miso paste as I did not love the aftertaste, which admittedly could be why the broth lacked flavor to me! Nagoya Miso Katsu-Don (N/A): I tried a little of the dish. I thought the pork was very crunchy and had a great taste. Boyfriend said the dish was nothing special.

I came here with a friend for dinner on a Sunday night. We made reservations in advance, so we had…read moreno problems getting a table. I had the Paint It Black ramen. The flavor was rich and very savory. It was one of the best bowls of ramen I've had in a long time!

I haven't been to this Ichiran location for a long time. Luckily on a Friday night there was no…read morewait. I remember a year or two ago there would be a long line. I used to opt for individual booth seating but since we have a little one now, we got the table seating. The hostess was extremely nice. One of the perks is children under 8 years old can eat free and they also give kids a free handout and crayons to keep them busy. I also like their premium high chair. The waitress was okay, she confirmed everyone's seating so she won't mix up our ramen. The ramen is still as good as I remember it. There are so many good ramen restaurants but Ichiran will always be one of the stable.

The ramen, the staff and the seating (single booths if you like) was awesome. Loved the freshness…read moreof the broth and noodles. The add-ins were great and the overall flavor was outstanding. Points off for cost (pretty expensive, especially as I was there for lunch) and the size of the beer for $9 (think tiny mug)...other than that, great meal!

Great food and service for the price. Seated right away on a Tuesday evening. Water refills and…read morefood were prompt. Ambiance is casual, clean, and cozy. Kikusui red sake and Kirin lager available, among other japanese alcohol. Sesame garlic ramen with ground pork, extra egg, woodear mushroom, and side of chili oil: 5/5. A great bowl of ramen. Excellent broth with great sides. Among my favorites. Pickled vegetables: 3/5. My friend's choice. They were fine, not memorable. Crispy brussels: 4.5/5. Very tasty. My choice. Liked the peppers (jalapenos or something similar) with them. My friend had the soy ramen and he said it was great. This is one of his top ramen joints in the area. I was visiting from out of town and was thoroughly pleased.

The place is nice and cozy, and the service is consistently good. The food was good, but I had to…read moretake a star away because of the price. The base price of the Ramen is $20 (protein is not included in the price), then they charge for egg and 1 slice of pork ($5 each), so you could really be paying an upwards of $30-$35...God forbid I want 2 slices of pork!! This is a HUGE turn off for me, especially considering the competition. For example if you go to Tonchin, the pork and egg are included in the price ($23) and the ramen is amazing!!...and it's a Michelin star restaurant on top of that. I prefer more bang for my buck, so I don't think I'd order from here again.

Everything before the ramen and beers feel kind of pricey and this place is cash only and the broth…read morebase is not the usual pork base but chicken base. The amount of noodles is decent and the toppings are pretty good the egg actually come with both half's rather than one like some places so that's good, my only gripe is that the cha siu isn't heated through after being served which tells me that they didn't torch it for long enough before serving. That usually also makes it less tender as the middle is still a little coagulated from being chilled prior. I would also assume that chicken broth is less calorie dense than pork so I also felt less guilty drinking it all. The staff is friendly and quick enough with the service and they also have rotation test menu items which is nice but there's a few items on their regular menu they are always out of like their oyster pancake

Honestly prices were alright but quality was really lacking. The we got the #1 ramen and the deluxe…read moreramen (#1 with extra toppings) and flavor of broth was alright and noodles good but the pork chashu was not good at all, too tough and not enough flavor for $16 each. The scallops ($10) was not fried enough and nearly no flavor. The seafood pancake ($16) was most disappointing with no seafood toppings and all carrots/greens and soggy! Overall quite disappointing experience. It does not help that for such a modern looking decent sized establishment, it is forcibly CASH ONLY payment even with an ATM in the restaurant which is very odd

This was our second visit, and both times delivered a great meal. It is an intimate spot, and…read morewalking in on a weekday morning meant we had the place entirely to ourselves. Soft Japanese music played in the background, creating a calm, relaxing setting. They started us off with hot tea while we looked over the morning menu. Breakfast keeps things simple with a single set meal where you choose your fish, select how many vegetable sides you want, and add optional extras. Our cook was friendly and skilled at the counter. Our set included roasted cod, white rice, miso soup, tamagoyaki, tsukemono, and seasoned vegetables. Every single item tasted fresh and well-balanced. Between the quiet setting and the quality of the cooking, it was a standout morning.

Came here a long time ago bc I heard how good their sushi sets are. If you are a sushi lover and…read morewant something homey you will definitely like Okonomi. It's nonfussy, and although not the cheapest sushi, it's definitely not super expensive/omakase level. It's a small space with a giant bar for seating and maybe a few tables - the owners are definitely passionate about Japanese cuisine and you can definitely feel that as you chat with them a bit. The menu is small, but dedicated to quality, and you will make your choice quite quickly. All the fish was fresh, large pieces, and really really clean tasting. The soup was delightful and paired wonderfully and everything was presented quite nicely. The grilled fish was also tasty and really tender.