We were in Grand Rapids for a wedding and had the tonkotsu ramen! The ramen broth was rich, the eggs sweet and marinated, and the noodles fresh and bouncy. The California spring rolls were actually such an amazing combo! Very crispy and loved the presentation. I'm a picky ramen eater (very picky on what's good and if I like it or not) but so glad we came in. Place was a vibe and the staff was very helpful and nice. Good portion as well, didn't even finish all of it and was full read more

I lived in Japan for a while and my ramen tasted just like the ramen back in Okinawa! Highly recommend!

The food was amazing especially the tofu everything was well seasoned the service was really quick and the people there were very nice, it's not super big on the inside but not bad and they had anime fight scenes playing in the background read more

3.5 for Noodlepig, we were visiting from out of town and were in the mood for ramen. We were welcomed at the door and ordered at the front. Noodle pig has plenty of seating inside. I've had my fair share of ramen, flavor wise this was top-tier. I ordered the chicken ramen, the chicken was crispy and broth was flavorful. The edamame was yummy as well. The reason I'm giving 3.5.. the price. All proteins are add ons, an egg is $4. I've never ordered ramen that didn't come with an egg. Your ramen bowl becomes pretty pricy once you add your protein and egg. The value didn't seem worth it in this case. read more

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Noodlepig was a great experience! The noodles are homemade and in a very tasty sauce/soup. Everything was hot coming out to our table and we especially enjoyed the shrimp that came with a very well crafted sauce. We ordered the house special bowl with pork belly and added the egg. The jammy egg was done to perfection. Their french fries were also out of this world with a great spice mix on them. Our son who is gluten-free was able to enjoy some gluten-free noodles on his bowl as well. We were surprised to learn that it is not part of a chain as it was. The interior was so cute and well done. read more

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I can't believe I haven't written a review for Noodlepig yet because I've been here a handful of times and always have a great experience. I've had three different ramens and tried bites of many others (my friends' food, haha) and have really enjoyed them all! My favorite is the Kare curry. The flavor is rich, well-balanced, and just dang good! I always forget to ask for no green onions as I think they put too much in, but that's on me. I usually order my ramen with tofu but today I decided to try the fried chicken and I'll never go back. Perfectly fried, delicious breading. And the eggs, oh my goodness, you *must* add the eggs! They're like the most tasty thing ever. Umami and the perfect softness. They also have a big boba and drink menu (for adults too). Love this place! read more

Noodlepig - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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It's a trap. The noodles don't come with toppings such as meat and eggs. Those are all additional add ons. The basic noodles and broth cost around $14-16 per bowl. You would end up paying more than $20 for a bowl of ramen. The bubble tea tasted like it's made of powder. read more

I went with a bunch of friends to celebrate AAPI heritage month before we went to the Lantern Festival. I was familiar with NoodlePig because the owner has helped to teach students about entrepreneurship, the restaurant industry, and Asian food. I ended up going on a Wednesday night at around 7:30 which was perfect. There were few people in line and ample seating both in and outdoors. The menu is very clear and easy to read and understand for newcomers and seasoned eaters as well. I will say, some of the items were decently pricey, specifically the ramens. I got 1 ramen and 1 non-alcoholic boba which came out to over $30 with tip. The amount of ramen that you get is decent for the price but the meat was lacking and I wouldn't necessarily pay for it again since protein is an add-on but the ramen flavor was solid. The restaurant is definitely more of a casual restaurant despite the pricing as you order at a counter and there are no servers. Dishes are discarded at a dish bin which was well labeled and conveniently placed in the middle of the restaurant. The staff did work very quickly for the size of the group that we had so that was a great plus! Overall, the restaurant and owner do a good job of highlighting a cuisine that may be new for some and satisfying for those already familiar. read more

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First time here was very good food, the broth was super rich and packed with flavor that really made the dish. I wish the protein wasn't an add-on, however it was a good amount of food for the price. Would definitely come back they have a nice drink and desert selection as well. read more

Noodlepig - Zessan Ramen w/ pork belly and shrimp tempura - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Darn tasty!!! Had the signature Japanese bowl with pork and pork belly. So dang tasty!! Added cabbage and smoked Bol choy. Nom noms!! Service was great. Very helpful. Ambience works!! Boba tea is also delish!!! Great job and great name, NoodlePig! read more

Noodlepig - My bowl - Japanese signature! - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Would like to see bigger portions compared to other places and value for homemade ramen noodles. Flavor is there. Addition items are an up charge. Adds up quickly. Great staff. Quick service and warm Sake hit the spot. read more

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Absolutely amazing food and service! Noodle Pig has incredible flavors, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere. One of the best spots in Grand Rapids! read more

The Zessan is WOWSA! So much flavor packed into a creamy broth with ramen noods. We also tried the Chicken Sando XL with a side of their signature fries and butter noods. The butter noods were pretty fantastic, think Japanese Alfredo with lemongrass hints! The chicken Sando was good, but I felt the amount of meat or size of the sandwich was not commensurate with a steep $13 price tag. I didn't taste the meat as much as I tasted bun -and I couldn't taste the sauce at all. The star was those fries! Wowsa! I'm going to see them in my dreams! The employees were great, the atmosphere was clean and bright, and I loved the emphasis on eco responsibility. Lastly, check the prices of beverages before you order. Unless we were overcharged, a fountain pop is $4.50-5ish. It was a regular-sized cup of Diet Coke, nothing fancy or jumbo. I probably would've passed had I known. I've heard they have the best fried chicken in GR... we will be back to try the Karaage! And to get more fries! read more

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I had heard from people I know that this spot had pretty good ramen, but that it was "expensive," which is why I put off trying it for quite some time. I ordered takeout from here since I was craving ramen, and so far in Grand Rapids, I have only tried Ginza's ramen, which I like. The interior is nice and clean; there was more seating than I expected. It's a fast casual spot, so you order and pick up your food at a counter. The service was pretty quick as I probably waited less than 10 minutes total. However, I understand now why people told me it's expensive -- ramen bowls range from $13-15, but this does NOT include any protein or egg, it only includes noodles, broth, and a few veggies. One whole soy marinated egg is $4 and chashu pork (2 pieces) was $3. I think pork shoulder was $5. I think these prices are absolutely absurd, considering the ramen bowls do not include egg or protein to begin with. The egg was cooked well and the chashu was just OK; the fat was not rendered enough even though it was a small/thing piece of meat, in my opinion. The broth flavor was OK; you could get significantly better ramen (& larger portion) for the same or cheaper cost in major cities like Chicago or NYC. The flavor did not make up for the cost whatsoever. Overall, I would not rate this place as "worth it." read more

Noodlepig - Shoyu Ramen (top), Zessan Ramen (bottom) - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

I was intensely craving pezole and thought I'd drop into Noodlepig for their ramen version of this Mexican soup. I was met at the door by the owner, Chris, who apologetically informed me that they were closed today for a staff meeting. Enchanted by his charisma, Chris told me about his recent trip abroad and some new exciting noodle recipes they plan to implement. I met his wife and co-owner, Kim, who rivaled Chris's enthusiasm and friendliness. She mentioned to me that this is the only ramen shop in town that makes both their broth and noodles from scratch using quality ingredients, particularly highlighting the King Arthur brand flour for their noodles because of her own gluten sensitivity. They also mentioned that they will be making changes to their hours going forward and will probably be closed on Tuesday's. So keep an eye out for when their new hours are posted. Chris and Kim offered to make me a kit to take home, which was super generous. So I was able to satiate my craving after nuking the broth, pork shoulder and onions, boiling the noodles for 1.5 minutes and then stirring in the lime, cilantro and a radish type vegetable. It was delicious and hit the spot. In the past, I remember thinking the broth was a bit salty, but today it was perfectly seasoned and balanced. I thoroughly enjoyed this fun fusion take on pezole and would definitely order it again. This is a great little spot and I love that I got to meet the owners and hear their passion and willingness to continually evolve the recipes and redefine the flow of their shop to best suit the GR vibe. Stay tuned for some more interesting changes including a rethink of the sit down area so it feels less busy and "rushed". Can't wait to come back and sample some more delicious soups as winter weather approaches. read more

Great food and service! Parking is terrible, you need to pay to park and the machine was broken. I'm not registering and getting an app to park for 1-hour. read more

Excellent ramen and they make their own noodles using a machine from Japan. Casual and fun place - I highly recommend.

I keep coming back because the noodles are fantastic, and the broth is solid. The Zessan with tonkotsu and the Garlic Shoyu with miso really stand out. But the meat is unimaginative. At other great ramen spots, you get thick pork loin that's pan-seared or pork belly with a nice sear or even candied edges. Here, you get thin slices that are unrendered and feel barely cooked, plus the portions are meager. When the noodles are this good, it is a letdown to have such small portions, and with everything a la carte, you end up at $30 after tip. I respect that they give to charity, but I cannot justify it. At Sapporo, I can spend less and get bigger portions. If the portions matched the price, I would be here all the time. read more

Was not expecting premade components for my takeout. I was staying at a hotel with no microwave, so when the instruction sticker stated to microwave, I expected an issue. After pouring the broth onto the cold ramen bowl, it didn't have a chance. Side note: the price is very high after adding a protein and any extras. I don't think I've paid ~$30 for (hot) ramen anywhere else in my travels. read more

I am glad to see that this place is still going strong! I came in for a quick to-go order for some ramen. It is always so good! The broth was absolute perfection--rich with just the right amount of spice! Their broths are always full of depth without being overwhelming. I came in right around when they opened up. It was pretty busy with other to-go orders so I had to wait a little bit. But it was worth the wait. Staff is always friendly! And the restaurant is always clean! read more

Really really good Ramen. Just got back from three weeks in Japan and I swear it was better than anything I ate over there.

3.5/5 Noodlepig boasts a diverse menu for pho/ramen that Grand Rapids has been missing. The casual dining spot has plenty of drink opens, from alcohol to boba. I appreciate that it's a trendy local spot, and the owner is well versed in the world of noodle soups. The portions were huge for the price, I would say as a single non drinker to expect to pay $20-$25 per visit. I loved the Tonkotsu broth and the pork belly was cooked perfect. The shop was a little messy at the time of our visit, but the service and food was prompt. I would 100% visit again, maybe just as takeout next time! read more

Noodlepig - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Always love coming here. A casual spot for delicious food. This place has some of the best customer service of any casual dining spot I've been to. everyone is so helpful and so kind. And the bowls are huge, super filling. read more

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Came upon this by accident but love ramen and have good experience with build-your-own. Got two different ramens. I got level 3 spice and it was not that spicy at all, if you are a spice person. The pork was a bit too fatty for hubby. The employee was helpful and asked if we had allergies. We also got the French fries and they were really good. Liked the spices on them but didn't like umami mayo. It was just a bit much for me. Clean place, fine restrooms, would come back. read more

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Drove into Grand Rapids and was craving ramen, so we decided to stop here. Overall it was a great experience! When you walk in, immediately they have menus for you to look at. It is a self service type of place, order at the counter and pick up yourself. I love that they have all the to go containers and utensils out and ready for you to use. Staff were walking around making sure everything was good and cleaning tables. There aren't a ton of tables, so I assume it can be pretty packed in there! The ramen itself was tasty. Our only complaint was that the miso broth was saltier than others we've had, but not so salty that we couldn't eat it. We especially love the noodles here! We will definitely go back next time we're in Grand Rapids! read more

Noodlepig - Miso Ramen, Shio 42 Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Overpriced and the noodles were stuck together in a clump and the chicken karage was stringy and dry (and didn't come with any dipping sauce). While the cashier was nice, the lady behind the counter was super rude when we asked for an extra bowl to share the noodles. Would never recommend this place! read more

Noodlepig - Noodles stuck together in one big clump - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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This restaurant is overpriced for mid food. I won't order from them again. I'm giving them a one star review because I ordered the Katsu Sando XL. The burger tasted decent up until I chewed on something unexpected. It turned out to be a small object with sharp corners. Evidently, this really surprised me. I tried calling them from their website but all I heard back was, "Sorry. This number is currently not in service. Please try again". If someone else ate this burger, there would've been serious consequences. read more

Stopped in with my family before heading home from ArtPrize and had a great experience. The customer service was fantastic, and the food was absolutely delicious. The boba options were creative and tasty, and all four of my kids found something they loved. They're already asking to come back the next time we're in Grand Rapids. We also loved the anime cooking videos playing on the screen! So cute and fun to watch! It added a super kawaii vibe that made the whole visit even more memorable. Looking forward to our next visit! read more

The food was good and prices were kinda reasonable. Very clean restaurant but the parking not great

Dearest Noodlepig We love your food and your staff Yum yum noodle yum Thank you for providing a healthy, fresh food option for this busy family! read more

Noodlepig - Shoyu Ramen, gluten free Mazemen (soupless ramen) gluten free - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Thai coconut curry ramen Shoyu ramen with chashu & egg Mai Tai boba cocktail White bobarusian cocktail The coconut curry was good, but all curry and not at all ramen. The ramen broth was good and so was the pork. The boba alcoholic drinks seemed like a good idea but weren't great. The boba is a weird chewy texture. 5 for the food, 3 for the drinks. Note: portions here are small. The bowls are as wide as you expect, but there's a fake pedestal bottom so that it looks like you're getting as much as a normal ramen place when you're actually not. read more

Ordered takeout for first time eating Noodlepig ramen. The chashu (pork belly) was tender and flavorful. The broth had an interesting and refreshing flavor. Adding the half egg as well was a good choice. Other ingredients were fresh and tasty. I love that for takeout they kept the broth separate from the rest of the dish. I tried the boba with their lactose free organic milk to see how my stomach handled it, and great. I love a jasmine-matcha combo and this one delivered. Staff friendly. My order was ready by the time I got there (probably ready in 10min or less). read more

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I had been waiting to try Noodlepig for a while, so I was thrilled to be able to finally try it! When you walk into the store, they have menus out in front where you can take a look at. They also have a picture where they show you what certain foods are (for those who may not be familiar with some names), which I found really helpful. You order at the counter, then they call your number when they have your food ready. I got the Zessan Tonkotsu with pork shoulder and half aji-tama egg. It was a substantial portion, and I even took some remaining portions home. Some people might be able to finish the whole thing though. The broth was really flavorful and I thought the pork shoulder meat was pretty soft and tender. The egg was really good. The noodles were not what I was expecting - it seemed to be from another grain (I'll have to go back again to ask), but I thought it was a nice surprise because of the texture. I don't have any complaints about the ramen - it really was quite good. I could tell a lot of love and care went into it - the bowl was nicely presented. That being said, after adding two proteins and tip, my dish came out to be $24. That's a LOT for a bowl of ramen! I've had pretty amazing ramen elsewhere for much less than $20 and it came with protein. I know they have a mission and state that for every ramen bowl sold, two kids are fed. So I kept needing to tell myself that it's for the kids.... But I mean, I'm happy to help out with a good cause. I guess you are paying for the good quality food along with the mission and good they are doing for the community. The restaurant was very clean, and the service was really great. The owner (I think it was the owner) was sooo nice and had a really friendly personality. He went around the tables to check up on our experiences. All in all, great experience! read more

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The service was absolutely amazing, they were so kind and welcoming! It was an amazing experience. Not to mention the ramen was AMAZING! absolutely delicious and so filling. The vibe of the place was very refreshing to be in, it felt so welcoming and comfortable. i 100% recommend going if you love ramen! read more

Noodlepig - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

I really wanted to love this place, but the basic ramen comes with pretty much nothing in it and is way overpriced with any add ons ($4 for an egg, I can't). Their customer service also isn't great. Wish there was a bit more transparency about their donation program; I'm all for charity combined with food, but I don't think that it justifies how much everything is marked up. Could be something great, but not like it is. read more

Best in Grand Rapids Especially how there noodles are made . Very a roaming smell when you walk in They are always happy to see people walk in read more

I've been wanting to try Noodlepig since it first opened, but I didn't have the time until recently to check them out. The service is a 10/10! The two gals that helped us were super helpful in describing and recommending which dishes to order. They also asked us at the end how our meal was, since they knew it was our first time trying which I thought was very nice! :-) Now onto the actual food (though I could go on and on about how positive and friendly their staff is!). My sister ordered the Shio 42 ramen and I ordered the Katsu Kare ramen. Both were absolutely delicious! The noodles were perfectly bouncy and chewy, the broth was extremely flavorful, the katsu stayed crispy throughout! I can't wait to come back to try more of their dishes and their drinks (the alcoholic boba is calling my name!) read more

Noodlepig - Shio 42 - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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delicious. my new go to for ramen. i had heard good things but have finally tried noodlepig for my self. my partner and i both got our ramen vegan and added tofu. i got the kare ramen and he got the thai coconut curry ramen. the kare broth was extremely flavorful. the thai coconut curry broth was great too but the curry flavor of the kare broth stood out. the flavor was magical. the restaurant itself was cute and parking was easy to find. the workers were also very nice. i definitely will be coming to noodlepig whenever I want ramen in the future. read more

Noodlepig - Kare Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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We FINALLY made it to Noodle Pig!! I've been trying to go literally since their soft opening, and last night was finally the night the stars aligned For drinks, Derek got a blueberry soda from the grab-and-go cooler, and I got a strawberry sakura boba tea. I've only had boba a handful of times and it's not my go-to drink, buts it's definitely a yummy drink to have on occasion! Our friend got the Japanese Cafe Latte, and that was good as well! It was POPPIN at Noodle Pig last night, and we were worried we wouldn't get a table, so we ordered our food to go, just in case (hence the lack of presentation). I ordered the Miso and Derek got the Katsu Kare. Mine was absolutely divine (and the naruto? so precious ) Derek made his ridiculously spicy so I tried a bite but was busy trying not to die instead of assessing the flavor But he liked it! Our friend ordered his to eat at the restaurant, so I did get an instagram-worthy picture of his (which is also katsu kare). We had a great dinner! Would definitely go back, but next time, we'll try to plan for a less busy time. However, even during a very busy time, service was great, staff was very nice, and the owner was walking around talking to tables, which is always a nice touch. read more

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Noodlepig is a wonderful addition to the Asian food scene here in Grand Rapids! Since my first time trying out their ramen at their soft opening to more recently, you can tell there is passion behind every bowl of ramen that this team makes - while also being efficient. The owner is also always around and is so kind to check in and make sure that you are content with your meal! I love the Thai Coconut Curry ramen, and their Taro boba also always hits the spot! read more

Noodlepig - Thai Coconut Curry Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan