There's a rule us Asians use to quickly filter out Asian restaurants that may not be good: who are…read morethe majority of folks who are eating inside and who are the chef/cooks? This place didn't pass that test and it may be the only time in history where it proved me so wrong. When we were served the karage chicken with what appeared to be plain mayo I was seriously doubting my choice. It all changed when the ramen came out. This place is legit. They took the time to master their craft and they pay respect to what a proper bowl of ramen is. We both went for the spicy black garlic tonkatsu with differing spice levels; mild and reaper (+$1). Let's start with that -- typically all you pay for is a glob of chill oil that may or may not be spicy. This was not the case here, it added serious heat without altering the flavor. The black garlic was not burnt. The ramen had depth and umami, but could have been a but more seasoned. Eggs were cooked well and still jammy. If im ever in the area i'd be back.

Honestly I wanted to like Kintaro Ramen more given the reviews. The food isn't bad but it's average…read moreat best in terms of ramen. I had the straight noodles instead of the curly/thicker noodles and honestly if I even come back to this restaurant I'll have to try the curly since I don't think Kintaro does their straight noodles well. Too soft and too "spaghetti" like. Hands down, the only place that does the straight noodles right is Jinya Ramen. But even so, I wasn't too fond of the broth or texture of the chashu here. Overall, the atmosphere is great. You have the option to self-order and the portions are large. Staff was friendly and nonetheless my friend and I had a great time. But unless I'm coming back here with someone who wants to eat here, I don't see myself actively choosing to be back at this spot over other ramen places anytime soon.

I don't recall what I tried at Ninja Ramen the first time I was here a few years ago, but clearly I…read moredidn't have a memorable experience since I haven't been back. That was 3 years ago though, and as of recent I came back to this place after a friend suggested we could give it another shot. I must say, while expectations are low, I was far more impressed than I thought. This place is a bit bigger than neighboring ramen spots, and our server was so interactive, funny and friendly. I like that she actually holds a conversation between me and my friend, in terms of sake recommendations, and being honest on what type of noodles she prefers (I asked her if their straight noodles are good or if I should go for the curly, and she gave me her honest opinion on both, so I went for curly.) She was able to also assist my friend in choosing a better appetizer. I love the bigger variety of drink options, from alcohol to boba milk teas. The curly noodles in the Tonkotsu Ramen was awesome, and the meat's so soft and delicious. My only qualm is that the broth to noodles ratio is a little off; too much broth and it's more watery than other broths I've tasted. Nonetheless, my experience back here went well, and I can definitely see myself coming back here with friends.

A family friend and I went to try out Ninja Ramen. We had a great time!…read more Our food came out wonderful and we were happy with the selection, prices, and quality! My friend loved her ramen and my favorite item was the gyoza. Vegetarian gyoza is hard to come by and I was thankful they made it. We were pleasantly surprised that Royal Tea would serve us in the Ramen restaurant. We were able to have some delicious drinks with our meal! I wasn't a fan of the red bean fish, but my friend loved them and ate both! We loved the atmosphere and design of the restaurant. We thought the vibe was very bright and lively. Our servers were both great and super helpful. We enjoyed our time greatly.

Service is always amazing, if i lived in Arlington i would 100% be a regular. Bang bang shrimp is a…read moremust every visit!

Solid fresh meals , timely customer service& the atmosphere highly oxygenated. Handicap accessible…read morespace to wiggle. Iv tried the awesome sushi here and also drink. Then reason I returned is because they push the envelope on service and quality. Love you, peeps .

I'm new to DFW and had a ramen craving. Found this spot and I was not disappointed…read more The tofu dish was just amazing! The ramen was also very good and having the katsu with it was great. The value here for the amount of food you get is great. I'll definitely be back and if you are considering this spot don't skip it!

Holy Kara Miso. I'm…read moreoverly picky about my ramen broth! I think most ramen connoisseurs are. I ordered a veggie ramen with the spicy miso broth last winter. Then I ordered 3 sides of just the broth and egg later that week. Then I kept doing that over. and over. and over. Then I had to give myself a break Still my go to place! The containers are "door dash safe" so you can tell they don't skimp out on containers. No spilled ramen. That makes me very happy. Definitely my go to spot, even when it's triple digits outside

ever since I had it, I cannot stop thinking about the double garlic tonkatsu…read more It is so authentic it literally froths. This place has the best Ramen ever. It's almost too good because I cannot bring myself to try any thing else. The service is always very fast and it gives a very family owned vibe. I don't know if it is or isn't but, how everybody interacts with each other seems really organic.

Heard a lot about this place, glad we finally tried it! There was about a 15min wait on a Friday…read morenight, but their service was pretty quick. We got bar seating and it was neat to watch the chefs cook. Order an app and two entrees to try. The peppers were really good. The Spicy green onion chicken ramen was our favorite! love the extra kick and the broth wasn't overpowering. The omurice chicken karaage was decent; the curry was flavorful, but the rice was a little on the wet side. Overall it was a good meal, I would return to try other items.

Overall: 4.6/5 [delivery]…read more This was not a cheap meal but it was one of the best meals we have had delivered. The food was filling and tasted phenomenal. I accidentally mixed up the broth and curry so we essentially ended up with curry ramen, but honestly it was delicious so it worked out. I did not realize the ramen broth is a dashi broth, which is clear instead of cloudy, so I mistook the curry for the ramen broth. Clearly my brain was not working that night but it ended up being a happy accident. One thing to note is that they charge extra for spice levels above level 2 and the price increases with each level. We got level 3 for both items and it was genuinely spicy. You will feel it while eating and definitely after as well. Hinodeya Special ($20.70) + Oni-kara Level 3 ($1) + Naruto ($1.50) + Inari Fried Sweet Tofu ($3) = $26.20: We swapped to spinach noodles which worked really well. The naruto came in 4 big thick slices but did not have much flavor to me. The tofu came in 3 small thin strips that were sweet but I did not think they were worth the add on price. Sukiyaki Curry ($22.42) + Oni-kara Level 3 ($1) + Spicy Pork ($4.50) = $27.92: You can tell this is homemade curry because the color and taste were completely different from the store bought curry roux you typically find elsewhere. It was creamy and made from a pork stock soup which is apparently also used in their ramen. The beef was a bit too fatty for me but I absolutely loved the spicy pork. I loved both items and will 100% be reordering from here. Can not wait to try their other items too.

My family and I had an excellent dining experience at Hinodeya Ramen around the 4th of July. After…read morecruising Trader Joes, we wandered over for lunch and it was truly a remarkable experience. Our server was attentive, provided us menus and the restaurant's decor created a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that transported me back to Okinawa Japan. After traveling abroad, it is especially refreshing to find authentic Japanese cuisine in the United States, and Hinodeya Ramen truly stands out in that regard. We ordered several katsu curry plates, bento boxes for the children, and started with an order of gyoza as an appetizer. The gyoza arrived crisp on the outside with a juicy filling that we demolished within minutes of being placed on the table. The katsu curry arrived as crispy cutlets paired with a thick, curry sauce that was rich and delicious. The chicken bento boxes contained a variety of vegetables, rice and their selection of proteins. Our meal was flavorful, and absolutely delicious. This establishment also brought back memories for my sister and me of our time serving abroad in Okinawa. The rich flavors, the spicy curry, and the authenticity of the cooking made it feel like a small return to Japan. Finding Japanese food that encompasses those flavors is not easy to find, but this restaurant truly delivered. I highly recommend Hinodeya Ramen for anyone looking for an authentic Japanese dining experience in Dallas. It will absolutely be my go-to spot whenever I'm back in the area!

Some of the best ramen you'll find in the Dallas area. They offer thick noodles upon request, which…read moreis the way I like to eat ramen. They also have great appetizers - hamachi, takoyaki, shishito peppters, karaage. They have two bar seating areas and mini booths for smaller parties. They're always dependable for a late meal on a weeknight.

Long time fan of this ramen house. Historically a 5 star, best ramen in Dallas but has changed…read more I had tonkatsu ramen and shishito peppers. The shishito peppers were swimming in sauce, albeit the sauce is tasty, it was WAY too much. The ramen was 5 star, as always. It was disappointingly served in a chipped bowl, which is inexcusable to me. The kitchen should never serve food on or in a damaged dish. Throw it away. The table was sticky (maybe from a prior order of shishito peppers, lol) and I had to request and wait for it to be wiped down. The restroom was in need of attention and cleaning. Service was pleasant but not very attentive. Hostess was slow to seat me because she was chatting with coworkers. While the ramen (only) was outstanding, the rest of the experience was unpleasant. While I will be going again because the ramen is great, I really hope management looks at the change in attention to important matters and addresses accordingly.

I've had the privilege of living in Japan for four years. The hole in my heart that was left from…read morethe food I left behind was refilled by this restaurant. If you are wanting some true authentic Japanese food this is the place to go. They have it so properly down that when I closed my eyes the atmosphere alone could have me feel as if I was back home. The food here is fresh, homemade, and absolutely to die for. Their udon noodles are the exact same as old local spot. The cutlet is fried perfectly. Everything is just so perfect. I would wait hours for this place.

A legit izakaya with a very limited menu and one rudeass waitress:…read more Go for - * Gyutan, Wagyu kushiyakis, grapefruit highball * Older waitress san with glasses on - sweet, nice obasan you'd expect to meet at regular izakayas * Cold appetizers in general Skip - * Hamachi kama - freaking $40 for a small piece of hamachi collarbone that was pretty fishy * Ika - a bit undercooked, need that BBQed flavor on izakaya-sytled roasted squid * Karaage - okay, but one piece was bloody and undercooked; I will give a pass as they were busy and kitchen at its last hour * Ramen - if you must, but the noodle and broth are all factory-sourced * Takoyaki - you can find these at your local Asian market premade, just like what this place uses * That tanned, dark-browed waitress w/ RBA and snappy attitude - F U

Great place. Ambiance is good food was amazing. Daughter and I stopped by while in the area right…read moreat open. Fresh batch of shoyu and tonkatsu. Both killed our bowls and loved every second of it. Be aware that it's standing room only inside (duh) but I could see ppl. It paying attention being surprised. Service was fast and good. The guys working were a bit subdued this morning. Nowhere near unkind at all just probably still in the zone of setting up for the day. All in all will 100% come back and recommend.

As soon as you walk into this tiny restaurant, you are met with vibrant aromas and a friendly…read morestaff. The menu is limited and self ordering is the only option, but what they do have is usually quite tasty! The spicy lobster miso was a bit too salty and would benefit from having multiple spice options, but the lobster and crab flavor coming through was delicious.

Absolutely love the Ramen here! The Tonkotsu and Shoyu Ramen are what I normally get.read more

I wanted a quick lunch, and this place was right down the street. I placed the order on their…read morewebsite which says place the code to receive 5% off all pick up orders. There was no where to place the code. I searched and searched. I come inside the restaurant excepting just to pick up my order, it wasn't even ready. I heard the lady yell at the cook to make my food. I had to wait an additional 20 mins after I placed the order over 20-30 mins prior to arriving at the restaurant. I had the short rib bento box. The food just wasn't good at all. I couldn't even finish the whole thing. I basically through majority of it in the trash. I substituted the white rice with fried rice. The rice was horrible, and not even warm. It tasted like it wasn't even cooked all the way through. The veggie egg-rolls were a disappointment. They also tasted like they weren't fully cooked and almost cold. The only tolerable thing was the miso soup unfortunately.