I'm picky about ramen - it has to be delicious, obviously, but also a good balance between quality,…read morevariety of options, taste, temperature, texture, and value. Kiwami comes pretty close to meeting my criteria. Quality: yes. 100%. Excellent ingredients, tasteful decor, sturdy serving bowls, whimsical ladles for slurping broth. Weird that the chopsticks are disposable while other utensils are not. Variety: erm. Yes for people who are not plant-based. I would love to see additional vegan options in all entree categories (tofu poke bowl, please). The veggie ramen was fabulous as was the edamame. Just more. Taste: A+. The broth was complex and glorious, the kale noodles lovely, the toppings (brussels spouts, broccoli, tofu, avocado) all prepared and seasoned perfectly. Temperature: yes. Nice and hot. Perfect. Texture: noodles were cooked perfectly with just the right amount of chew, however toppings were all pretty homogenous in texture. The raw greens on top were a little strange. It would have been nice to have a crispy or crunchy element. Value: I mean, Kiwami is a ramen place on Bardstown Road. I didn't expect a deal. I paid $20 for a bowl of ramen plus tip. Not ridiculous, but also not a price that allows me to visit as often as I would like. Overall, Kiwami has earned my respect and likely repeat business, especially if they add more vegan options and offer a repeat customer discount.

Nice interior, very good service…read more We arrived just before happy hour ended so we took advantage and ordered two appetizers, one pork and one vegetable gyoza. Both were very fresh and delicious. My entree was the Kiwami Shiro (pork broth, scallion, mushroom, bamboo, egg, pulled pork, sliced pork, noodles). The broth was incredible and pulled the whole thing together. I definitely want to come here again and try more items off the menu.

I've been going to ramen house for the past 5 years now ever since I came to Louisville for…read morecollege. This is one of my favorite ramen places in the city. I always get the spice miso ramen and maybe an appetizer every now and then. I really enjoy how they cook the pork and egg, it always stands out. I was scared when I saw they were not at baxter anymore but was relieved when they moved to a bigger building. It's very spacious. The service is great too, always have been greeted by kind employees there. I will always recommend ramen house to anyone who is coming to visit Louisville for the first time.

My friend kept raving about how you could taste the blood sweat and tears that went into crafting…read morethe broth. We had ourselves a girls day and capped it off with a great late lunch over here. We started with the edamame, which we really loved, but it didn't taste like the ingredients in the description, it tasted more sesame oil-y. All of the different ramens we got were really tasty, really nicely done, and a definite upgrade from what we have near us. The locale is super cute, I appreciated the Akatsuki artwork on the walls. The staff was friendly. Would definitely recommend!

So sad it closed !! Was such a delicious, delightful a s unique establishment!. Their food was…read moreamazingly scrumptious!

Five stars, no notes. I love this place…read more The staff is so welcoming, funny, and great at what they do. Every time I have a cocktail it is delightfully balanced. I think my cocktail was called the Tokyo Pop? Not positive but you have to get it. Gin, bubbles, sake, and a hint of lemon in a flute glass. Refreshing, a hint of sweet, a hint of lemon, and extremely drinkable. It would be too easy to throw a ton of these back. But I was demure and had one. I enjoyed the calamari--my go-to here. Crispy, with a bit of heat from pickled peppers, a bit a of sweet form a sweet glaze, and a nice herby zing from mint, herbs, and scallions. They also top the calamari with a a nice portion of greens dressed in a lemon vinaigrette, making this appetizer feel close to a light meal. I am absolutely obsessed with the ponzu mayo that comes on the side. An absolutely delightful touch. I also enjoyed the chocolate cream pot. Talk about decadent. I love that it is served with berries, because you need that tartness to balance out the richness. Fully indulgent. Bonus points: I working fireplace. (And holiday decor still up--this never bothers me.) The ambiance is always lovely, with something iconic on the TV always playing. This spot is one of my fave representation of the Louisville food scene.

First time here, but it definitely will not be the last! Service was fast, very friendly, and very…read morehelpful! We settled on lunch specials which included a drink, appetizer & entreé. The summer roll was so fresh! My companion got beef banh mi which was incredibly tasty! My tofu & veggie pho was filling. Both were presented beautifully with taste to match. Restaurant ambiance is typical Asian with plenty of tables that aren't too tightly packed. They also have a generous happy hour M-F and we will definitely go check that out soon.

District 6 was a solid experience! Everything we ordered was flavorful, and there were definitely a…read morefew standouts. We started with the bao buns, and those were easily a favorite! The chicken was extra crispy with a nice crunch, and the combination of flavors and toppings worked really well together. I would honestly come back just for those! For my entrée, I went with the Pagoda and substituted the tofu for beef. I'm glad I made that switch because the dish was loaded with meat! The portion was generous, and everything was well seasoned. The sauce leaned a little sweeter than I typically prefer, but it wasn't enough to take away from how much I enjoyed the dish.

Started off with the Karaage Japanese Fried Chicken (marinated chicken in soy and garlic, then…read morebreaded in potato starch served with a citrus mayo dipping sauce) - uh yes, if I could have 8 orders of these I would still ask for more! Then I ordered the Black garlic Tonkotsu (24 hour pork broth with black garlic oil topped with pork chashu, shredded black mushrooms, soft boiled marinated egg and green onion. Add the optional chili oil, you wont be disappointed! Was sad that the drink offerings were so limited and so I had to settle for plain water (I dont drink soda and that seemed to be all they had that day). Service was too much on the slow side considering it was just my table and then three other customers in there, but we were told at one point they were in the middle of training someone new so I can excuse that. Interior is very cool, much nicer than the weird, stark, church basement feel of the cheesesteak place, it actually has a personality now! Go here, it is phenomenal, you wont be disappointed!

Nothing fancy about this place. Just straight up ramen. If you don't want pork, make it very…read moreobvious. Very nice staff.

Delicious food and incredible service made our night so much better!…read more Thank you so much to our sweetheart of a server especially.

Hokkaido Ramen and Sushi is amazing! I had never officially tried ramen before coming here, so I…read morejumped right in and ordered the spicy ramen. I loved that I was able to customize it exactly how I wanted. The staff was incredible, kind, and welcoming, and the environment was relaxed and comfortable. There was plenty of seating, and it was easy to have a conversation without feeling overwhelmed by noise. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be back!

Korean is top-notch. For such a simple, unassuming place, the flavors just absolutely pop…read more Everything I've had there has been wonderful, and it's probably one of the most crave-worthy restaurants around. The food comes out surprisingly quickly given how small the kitchen is, and the staff is always very friendly. It's actually the place my kids request more than anywhere else in Louisville, and they each have their own favorite dishes. The bibimbap in the stone bowl is excellent, but my personal favorite is the tofu stew, which is absolutely perfect on a cold winter night. In the summer, I tend to go for the chicken wings or the Korean pancakes. Honestly, I want to try everything on the menu eventually because everything we've had so far has been that good.

I ordered delivery, the food still came hot and was delicious…read more I will definitely be re-ordering!

This place never disappoints. It is a hidden gem and is a great environment. Our waiters and…read morewaitresses are always super nice. The food is great! Garlic Tonkotsu: 4/5 Tantanmen: 5/5 (my personal favorite) Volcano roll: 4/5

We absolutely LOVE this restaurant!! The drinks are incredible. I really enjoy the Taro milk tea. I…read moreadd strawberry boba. The Kani fries are really good- well the topping is really good- the actual fries are mid at best. My husband always gets a couple sushi rolls. I always get the garlic ramen. It's my absolute favorite. Servers are always super friendly. Try this place- you won't be disappointed.

We love Hiko-a-Mon! It is definitely our go-to for sushi, but I've never had a bad meal or…read moreexperience. The service is always good and it's a nice place for date-night.

NUMBER ONE: Heated Toilet Seats…read more NUMBER TWO: $3 House Salad NUMBER THREE: Beef Curry Noodles I've been loyal and loving Hiko-A-Mon for the past 8 years. The service is top notch and it's always the perfect amount of crowded. Whether you're coming for sushi, noodles or something else you're going to find exactly what you're looking for here. We just keep coming back and it's for good reason. I love Hiko-A-Mon.

This place is all the rave with the wife!…read more The dining here is great we sat in the restaurant and came for lunch yet again. The customer service was fast and reliable. The pricing depended on what you order . Definitely come during lunch for the best prices. I love the decor the black and red stands out. The customers seem to love this place and as you eat lunch be around others in common . Thank you for making our dining experience the best.

Mostly a 4.5 here because the vibes and service were excellent. I ordered two very unique rolls as…read morethere is always something exciting to order here. Everything was very very fresh, but I wouldn't necessarily say all the flavor really came together on both rolls. I still think it's exciting to try unique stuff here, but I'm not always sure all the recipes have been brough to perfection. Server was lovely. Drinks came quickly. And the vibes are immaculate.