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    Ramen Tatsu-Ya

    3.8 (1.3k reviews)
    ModerateRamen, Izakaya
    Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Crys R.

    I've gone to a couple of ramen places in Houston, but OMGGG!--HANDS down one of the best ramen I've had in my life! The broth is so rich in flavor, I could drink it alone & be content! We got the fried gyoza and I forgot what the other appetizer was but was savory & even more in-depth with the sauce it was paired with! It wasn't packed for going on a weekend and I loved that the menu had limited options--makes you choose quickly and get to the GOODS the NOODS! Will be going back during our Winter peak--adds to the element (highly recommend during this time).

    #4 MI-SO-HOT (Tonkotsu)
    Neha S.

    This place is so cool and so yummy. Would definitely come again. The service was great because there was someone to explain the menu as we walked in and were in the line to order, and the miso hot ramen was amazing. It's great flavor, and the ground pork in it is so delish. It's also great if you like a thicker more sauce-like broth. The noodles were also the perfect consistency. The parking situation is good considering they have their own parking lot, and the vibe inside the restaurant is 10/10 for aesthetics. I love how open it is inside and I love the long tables for seating in addition to the individual tables or booths.

    Shania C.

    This place was yummy . I got the spicy ramen and its was 9/10 ! The ambiance was great and intimate. Service was great as well. The only thing is it was extremely hot and for someone eating spicy ramen lol it's uncomfortable turn air on please

    Mailynn V.

    Service is fine I just feel that it is more of a self serve type of place mostly. You order at the front and then take a seat with your number sign. They bring you the food and if you want water you just grab it yourself at the water station. Atmosphere is interesting there's a few booths but the seating in the middle is like a communal table where you can sit near random people. I tried the ol skool with chicken and the chicken was so tender. The flavors of the broth really balanced out with the chicken and egg. The umami flavors were quite different than other ramen places I've tried. I feel like the flavor is more of a soy sauce based and the right amount of saltiness. I also tried their gyoza which was quite unique in that they dress it up with soy sauce, scallions, and chili. It tasted decent even though it was dressed in flavors it wasn't too strong.

    Fantastic Miso Hot Ramen !!!
    Michael C.

    I went here for the first time last night ordering their supposed most popular bowl being their Miso Hot Ramen. I can see why and I really enjoyed it. Ramen is a real hit or miss in Houston and of course opinions vary. It was very interesting with a rich, buttery, oily base to it. The noodles were soft and tender and the ground meat wasn't too greasy or mushy. The corn, green onions, cabbage and egg were all great in adding more to the game. Overall, I would say it was very delicious, comforting and well-made. The service was fast, efficient and friendly. I plan to also try the curry vegan and original tonk. ramen orders in the future.

    Gyoza, #2 SHO-YU (Tonkotsu), Kizami Sweet & Sour Yodas
    Rachel O.

    We had take out and I was really impressed. The broth was flavorful toppings delicious. As with most ramen places I hate the ridiculous up charges if you want to modify so we didn't but I would have liked a little more diversity. We did try the Yuzo Kosho Bomb which was tasty on its own but got lost in the ramen. I'm not sure I would have noticed it if it was premixed in. We were supposed to get the Korokkaaaayyy but instead they gave us the Gyoza. Not the worst mistake because they were really tasty as well as the sauce. I really wanted to try the correct item, but luckily I want to go back and maybe I'll have better luck. Do not skip the brussel sprouts. I thought they were absolutely wonderful, I'd go back for those along. Not your cheapest ramen experience overall but I was very happy with what we got.

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    Carly H.

    Absolutely love this place and can't wait to go back. The staff was so helpful and patient and everything we ordered was tasty and really hit the spot. Love the vibe and set up of this location.

    Chili Oil Gyoza
    Jordan Z.

    Ramen Tatsu-ya is tucked off of westheimer road with a dedicated free parking lot. You order at the counter and they will bring your food to your table. It is open seating, and I like the large wooden booths. These booths have outlets so I can charge my laptop and work if needed. They have a nice variety of ramens. I have tried both the Shoyu and Miso broths. They are great flavor profiles and you can't go wrong with either. I love the char on their chatsu. You must do an egg- it also has amazing flavor and is cooked perfectly. I also tried the chili oil gyoza, which are refreshing and not too spicy. I think a Kiran draft beer pairs perfectly with a bowl of ramen. I can easily spend 35+ dollars here, which isn't my favorite. Regardless, I'll definitely be back on another colder Houston day.

    Olivia W.

    I was so excited when I saw this place open, because it's my favorite ramen restaurant in Austin!! I got the misohot and the og. The ramen is good but not as good as the ones from Austin. I think the flavor is a bit lacking especially in the meat. Other than food, the place is very clean and spacious. And the service is pretty good, food comes out pretty quickly too.

    #2 Shoyu Broth
    Sophie T.

    While I was first introduced to this place over three years ago by my sister, I had not returned since then. However, since crawfish season is one of my favorite times of the year, I had to come back to try their limited edition ramen. Just like my first visit, the staff were extremely friendly, the food came out incredibly quickly, and the overall experience felt comforting and welcoming. I ordered the seasonal bowl, The Crawmen, which came with crawfish tonkotsu broth, andouille sausage, bayou butter, corn, and peppers. While the bowl was clearly inspired by a crawfish boil, I felt like it could have leaned even further into those flavors with more crawfish and a stronger boil seasoning overall. The ramen was definitely delicious, but the broth did not quite have enough crawfish boil flavor to fully separate it from their standard tonkotsu ramen. At times, it mostly tasted like the original broth with andouille sausage added in. Even so, it was still an enjoyable bowl of ramen, though I would probably stick to one of their regular menu options over this seasonal special. My mom and I also shared the Karaage, which arrived very quickly while still being piping hot, crispy, and juicy inside. On the other hand, I would personally skip the Sakura Sweet Tea and Strawberry Yuzu Lemonade in the future since they mostly tasted like their regular counterparts without adding anything particularly unique. Overall, I still really enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and reliable quality of this place, especially the ramen and karaage. While the seasonal bowl did not fully live up to its concept for me, the experience itself was still enjoyable enough that I would gladly return again.

    #4 MI-SO-HOT (Tonkotsu)
    Vivian H.

    This spot in Montrose is beautifully decorated, inviting and stylish, and exactly the kind of place you want to sit down for a comforting bowl of ramen. The area is great, and the ambiance definitely sets the mood for a good meal. My husband ordered the #6 OL SKOOL assari, and the broth had a really nice smoky flavor. The noodles were solid, and the one piece of chashu he did get was delicious... just one. For a ramen bowl, that felt a little too minimal. There were also a lot of scallions (more than needed) which started to overpower the bowl. I ordered the #4 MI-SO-HOT tonkotsu, and the broth was creamy, spicy, and super flavorful. The noodles were thinner but still very good. My only issue was the pork. The menu lists "goma pork," which sounds like a sesame‑marinated pork topping. Instead, it turned out to be ground pork, and the bowl leaned greasy because of it. The menu does explain this in the toppings section, but not clearly in the ramen description itself, so it feels a bit misleading if you're expecting sliced or shredded pork like most tonkotsu or miso bowls. Overall, both broths were genuinely tasty and well‑seasoned. But if you're expecting a more meaty ramen experience, this might not be the place. It's not even about wanting a ton of meat, just that the portions were small, and in my case, the protein wasn't what the name suggested. Great flavors, beautiful space, but the protein descriptions could be clearer and more generous.

    Zach H.

    First time back in over two years and this place hasn't changed - good vibes and decent ramen. Service was solid too. I got the OG with a spicy bomb and was maybe slightly above average. Overall I would recommend this place! Cons: Parking in the area is crazy and the restaurant's AC was struggling in this heat.

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    Elizabeth S.

    My boyfriend and I are on a big ramen kick right now, and we were Montrose, and decided to try this place out! We came around 6pm on a chilly Saturday night and there was already somewhat of a line, but by 7pm the line was out the door. We both got the OG ramen, but I got the chili spice bomb and he got one with yuzu. We liked both, but we preferred the chili spice bomb, as the yuzu had a little too much garlic for our taste. We also got the chili oil gyzoka app and another one as well, they were both so yum. The broth, pork, and egg were all very flavorful. We are honoring Dry January and there were many drink options for us to choose from. The staff were attentive and helpful to me in my first visit here. We very much enjoyed our meal!

    #8 NU SKOOL (Vegan)

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    The food is the best in Houston (except for my grandma's) and the customer service is also good, and the vibe. ELITE. 5 stars

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    Ask the Community - Ramen Tatsu-Ya

    Do you guys have tsukemen today?

    Tsukemen is available starting 5/8/23 for dine-in guests.

    Sorry me again! Can anyone confirm that ramen tatsuya has tsukumen tonight? I've been craving it for awhile and it's out of stock for online order and has been for several weeks. Also does anyone know if you can order takeout in person?

    We do not have tsukemen today (11/14). The online menu reflects actually availability so you can keep checking there. You are always welcome to place a takeout order in person during business hours, even if online ordering is not available.

    Does anyone know what is happening with Ramen Tatsuya? Have they closed? The number is not working and I am trying to reach them to inquire when they will have more Tsukumen ramen for take-out as it is currently out of stock. Thank you!

    They have not closed! As for the number, not sure why it isn't working but I was also having issues before with their number when attempting to call and ask for seating and wait times. Every time I show up (generally towards the night time) they… 

    Still take out only or is open for dine in?

    Open for dine in!

    Can this restaurant accommodatefor a groupof 10?

    YES!

    Does they have vegan mazemen at this location?

    According to their menu, they have a vegetarian ramen dish, but no vegan.

    Do they have any gluten free options?

    I have attempted to order gluten free, but they do not offer gluten free noodles.

    Is what on the menu what you get like there's no other options or changes can be made?

    The menu that they have is what they serve yes but you can request changes of course...but what exactly are you looking for so you can get an exact answer

    Is there a separate menu for lunch and dinner?

    Do they offer chicken in substitution for pork?

    There are no substitutions, but the old school ramen #6 does have chicken broth instead of pork.

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    JINYA Ramen Bar - Midtown - Jinya No.1 - Jinya Tonkotsu Black

    JINYA Ramen Bar - Midtown

    4.3(3.7k reviews)
    1.1 mi•Midtown, Fourth Ward
    •$$

    i popped into jinya on a friday evening, and was pleasantly surprised by the sexy decor-- low…read morelights and deep colors. the service was prompt. we were immediately seated and our server was really sweet. i ordered the veggie ramen with a few fixings and a spicy tuna and crispy rice. veryyy good! for the ramen to be made with meat, the broth was definitely still full bodied and comforting. it was my friend's bday, and we brought it a cake. the server didn't make a fuss about it and was very helpful. the staff all came and sung happy birthday, which was very sweet and unexpected. of course we cut cake for the servers and kitchen staff. (if you dont at least give your server a piece of cake, please do better! cake is meant to be shared and celebrating is for anyone). i wasn't able to finish my ramen despite the pix. i definitely took it home and ate it for brunch the following saturday and the flavours still held up. bonné appétit c.

    Great food and great prices! I really like the feel and look of this Jinya location. Especially…read morebeing in midtown the layout reminds me of typical restaurants in NYC, so a city vibe. We sat by the bar at the front of the restaurant, which I enjoyed because the natural sunlight coming in. The remainder of the restaurant is dimly it. I decided to have small bites so broccolini and chicken bites. The broccolini was really good, it was topped with quinoa which I wonder is added for texture because it didn't add much to the actual meal but it still tasted good over all. The chicken bites were super hot and fresh. Much larger than I was expecting as well. I tried the kiwi mocktail drink which was pretty yummy as well.

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    RAKKAN Ramen - Houston Heights

    RAKKAN Ramen - Houston Heights

    4.3(409 reviews)
    2.8 mi•The Heights
    •$$

    Ever crave late-night ramen? After a pool party and some beers, we needed to replenish our salt…read morecontent... so Rakkan it was. Sushi Flight (6 Pieces, 4 Flavors) - Somehow 1,050 calories??? - Raw Salmon x2 - Strangely, I would have liked this colder. It was just okay. - Cooked Salmon x2 - I liked this a lot more than the raw salmon because it had a deeper flavor. - Scallops - Probably my favorite thing on this platter because of the smokiness they imbue with the torching. The sweet aftertaste was definitely worthwhile. - Shrimp - Not as fresh as I would have liked, as someone who's eaten a lot of shrimp, but I still liked the taste. Still, pretty mediocre. Tantan Tsukemen - Very interesting broth. Potent, salty, and full of bold flavor. My friend swapped the pork for chicken, and the chicken worked really well with the broth. They serve the chicken as a cold cut. This is a double-noodle dish with a soy milk-based dipping sauce. I normally would have ordered this because I LOVE tantan ramen, but I had to forgo it for the limited-time Creamy Truffle Ramen. Creamy Truffle Ramen - LOVED the broth. It was very light and creamy. I actually liked this a lot more than tonkotsu ramen. The truffle wasn't too overwhelming--just mild enough to hint at its flavor without becoming the only flavor profile you get. Truffle is like baking with rose water; finding that balance is quite hard. I will admit the whole table smelled like truffles, though. The torched king oyster mushroom paired wonderfully with the dish, and the broccolini was an equally interesting topping choice. I also found bits of melted Parmesan throughout the ramen, which the menu listed as an ingredient. The egg wasn't the best I've ever had, but it was still a decent soy egg. As I kept eating, the truffle oil became more intense, and the fattiness started to get a bit overwhelming without washing it down with water. Great flavor overall, but I think this dish is best paired with an appetizer to help cut through the richness. One of my favorite things about this place, which my BF mentioned, was the noodle texture. I noticed it too as I ate--a good bite with a slick texture that was just starchy enough to cling to the broth. We had leftover noodles from the Tantan Tsukemen at the end of the meal and ended up using the Creamy Truffle broth as a dipping sauce. Honestly, no regrets. The cold noodles didn't work quite as well in this dish, but the broth was definitely a banger. This was also the first ramen broth I couldn't finish but desperately wanted to bring home. (Obviously, I did.) Their to-go containers are surprisingly sleek, too. It's a weird thing to compliment, but I almost wanted to keep the container as much as the broth. Special comment on the utensils here--the soup spoons are ridiculously cute! Would love to have a similar set at home. Overall, the atmosphere was pleasant, and the service was thoughtful. The music wasn't too loud, and it wasn't that crowded for a Saturday night. They do play a lot of popular Japanese songs, so if you're an international music enthusiast, you'll appreciate hearing "Mayonaka no Door" by Miki Matsubara.

    It's just shady that the waiter tipped themselves, totalling tip to 41%. This behavior is illegal…read moreand considered credit card fraud or theft And we were sure we were charged with 74 after adding the tip, and we signed the receipt post tip with final cost at 75. But the final cost on credit card came up to a 41% tip, putting us at 86. That means the waiter added tips for themselves. Update: turns out they automatically applied 20% on the order but it was charged in a subtle way electronically so it was very hard to tell when paying. The business owner refunded us partial order

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    Kyuramen - Houston

    3.9(400 reviews)
    9.1 mi•Chinatown, Sharpstown
    •$$

    Finally dropped by to try the omurice and it was just as pretty as the videos! Fluffiness of the…read moreegg (5/5), fried rice itself (4/5). I chose the curry topping, and although it paired well with the pork and omurice, I found the complete bite lacking a bit of punch. So the dish itself was 4/5 for me. Maybe the sweet glaze would have helped bring the mouthful together - I'll try that next time! We also tried the purple yam fries (4/5) and they were nice and crispy. This place was pretty packed when we showed up on a Sunday evening around 7 pm. We ended up sitting at the bar, which had call buttons for service, ordering, check, etc. Overall service was good but the call button for the check didn't seem to work. Pressed it like 3 times in 10 min and no one seemed to get an alert so we just flagged someone down. The inside is pretty neat, with an upstairs and downstairs (as well as a bar area). They did a really good job maximizing their space. Definitely worth trying if you haven't had omurice before.

    Everything was too something: too salty, too sweet, too bland. I don't think there was one thing…read morethat was well balanced. Ramen noodles were overcooked and def not hand made. Oily Seafood platter everything was wayyyy too salty like the oysters, and shrimp. Eel was actually good texture! Soft boiled crab was pretty good, terrible fry but crab itself was good. Omurice best thing there. Perfectly cooked egg. Rice was okay not seasoned. Demi glaze was like gravy but soy sauced base. Lemonade had good cucumber flavor but damn way too sweet. Thai tea was super bland no tea flavor

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    Japanese Ramen Gachi - Pan Fried Hanetsuki Gyoza

    Japanese Ramen Gachi

    4.2(134 reviews)
    2.6 mi•West University
    •$$

    Excellent ramen! I dropped by during lunch and got the Tonkotsu Spicy which came with 5 pieces of…read morechashu, mushroom, ground pork, bean sprouts, and cashews. The chashu was tender, the broth was somehow rich but light, and the noodles were the perfect texture. Everything was executed perfectly. I customized the spice to hot and it was actually pretty hot, so be warned!! For the lunch combo, I added the pork chashu with rice for additional $4 which was pretty flavorful but not sure I'd get again. Overall, the portions were pretty filling! Ambiance was really good and felt like I was in Japan (but more spacious). Only one waiter but service was good.

    Ramen gachi I'm on a…read morequest to find the best tonktosu ramen! Unfortunately this isn't the one, but it's still a great bowl! Service: immediate. Friendly. One waitress served everyone in the restaurant while I was there. She was speedy in taking and delivering orders. She seemed very nice! Food: ordered Tonkotsu Gachi and my mom ordered the yuzu. Food arrived very quickly, though we ordered no appetizers. The tonkotsu broth was rich and velvety in texture, but more like a mild umami in flavor. The chashu pork was pale, but melt in your mouth buttery and bursting with savory pork goodness! The marinated egg wasn't brought up to temperature with the broth -- a little cooler than room temperature, with a medium oozy yolk. It felt like the marinade penetrated all through to the yolk -- it was great! I welcomed the novel choice to use red onion over the usual scallions. It was a nice touch of color and brought in that bright, juicy onion flavor that I crave. Noodles were perfect texture. Not too hard or mushy. This bowl feels made to focus on the broth and flavor and not so much an instagram post. Delicious!! My only complaint was a very very very slight bitterness in the background. I couldn't pin where it was coming from. Maybe that's a risk of simmering bones for so long. I'll keep this short because I couldn't just eat my moms bowl... The Yuzu shio broth was clearer, with bright, citrusy, and savory body. The bamboo shoots were golden (grilled?) with a little snap to it. Reminds me of a king oyster mushroom. This is really a unique broth and I haven't had anything like it. You should definitely try it! Restaurant: clean, neat, every table literally has its place /orientation. Deep wood furniture, honeyed lighting, and dark window shades give the restaurant a cozy chic ambience despite visiting around noon. Good food, great service. Great prices. Large portions.

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    Toyori

    Toyori

    4.2(256 reviews)
    9.8 mi•Chinatown, Sharpstown
    •$$

    My first time trying here and it went better than I expected!…read more All the appetizers that I ordered were super delicious, but a personal favorite is the Spicy Chili Wonton. I had the Spicy Tonkatsu Beef Rib and it was a nice ramen to try. The portion size is generous with so much noodles and broth. The beef rib was so tender and fatty. The only thing I'd say is although the ramen broth was delicious, there is basically no toppings. You're eating noodles and the beef rib, oh and half of an egg. The staff there were kind. If you're not in the mood to wait for seating next door at Mensho, this would definitely be a good alternative.

    Very disappointing on this visit…read more Do NOT go here if you don't like to wait. The restaurant is very small, and unfortunately, they don't seem to manage their seating arrangements very well. Our party was 4 adults and 2 kids, ages 7 and 2. We weren't offered the option of splitting into two tables to accommodate us sooner, which we would have gladly done, especially with two young children. What made the wait even frustrating was watching a few parties of 4, along with parties of 3 and 2 who arrived after us, get seated before us. Our party could have been separated into two tables, but we weren't offered that option. When we asked about it, the waitress gave us an unpleasant look as we explained how long we had been waiting and said that we would have preferred the option to split our party rather than continue waiting. Her reaction made us feel uncomfortable for expressing a reasonable concern. We were also told they wanted to make their customers happy, but from our perspective, the seating process just didn't feel well organized. Service was also extremely slow. Between waiting for a table, waiting for our food, and dining, our total time there was about 2.5 HOURS. That's simply too long for a casual meal with two young kids. Customer service was nice during our first visit, but unfortunately, it seems to have diminished in a very short time. The food was okay, but not enough to make up for the overall experience. Cleanliness also needs attention. The restroom was not well kept and had a foul smell, which added to our disappointment. We were also charged an automatic 20% gratuity for our party of 4 adults and 2 children. I understand restaurants may have gratuity policies for certain party sizes, but considering the wait and level of service we experienced, it was disappointing. Our first visit was much better, which is why we returned. Unfortunately, this visit did not live up to that first experience. Hopefully they improve their seating process, speed and consistency of service, and cleanliness.

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    4.4(81 reviews)
    20.2 mi
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    Pleasantly surprised by this place! There isn't much up on 249/ spring~ish area…read more Dishes: Spicy tuna poke bowl - good amount of tuna for the price. Tasted fresh, plenty of condiments and the right amount of sauce. Comes with avocado, cucumber, seaweed, lettuce. I think for price point its quite good. Presentation was great but that bowl was way too stuffed. Difficult to even attempt to mix so pick your poison I suppose. Would have liked a bigger bowl / taller bowl so I could mix it honestly 72 hour beef spicy miso ramen - 48 hour pork bone worth with miso, beef chashu , bamboo, sweet corn, green onion, kikurage, and a soft boiled egg - I was impressed! I'm quite harsh on ramen especially after visiting most of the ramen shops here in Houston. I found this dish to be quite different which is a great compliment! Most ramen places source pretty much the same broth packets and all honestly mix in with each other in my opinion. This was uniquely more different and I enjoyed it! Plenty of flavor, great serving amount, I tried the non spicy (had the spice on side) and tried my friend's spicy (spice mixed in with broth in it's entirety) and can say the spicy one was great. Would recommend this dish! Overall I was pleasantly happy with this place and would go again!

    I should've ordered the ramen, I should've ordered the ramen. I should've ordered the ramen…read more Instead I came in blind to ensure I did not commit the cardinal sin of grocery shopping next door while hungry. I proceeded to enjoy a very strong whiskey flight (which means a lot coming from me), a seaweed salad that was a bit too crunchy or stiff, ikrua don, crab croquette and some admittedly super sticky, gummy, shrimp dumplings...like would not separate from the steamer paper sticky. While the offerings were not my cup of tea, the place is beautifully decorated and seems to fill up around dinner service so it may be worth the stop if you're in the area. Everyone was very nice and I always appreciate a spot offering jellyfish, takowasa, and takoyaki in Cypress. Next time I'll try the ramen, and hopefully report back with a new perspective, fingers crossed.

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