The best ramen in south Florida. I have yet to find a spot with the same noodle texture as Shimuja. The owner definitely puts his love into sourcing the best ingredients. It's an intimate experience as the restaurant seating is limited. We've been coming for years and always been huge fans. The pork buns are a must try, it tastes like they are smoking the pork belly which really elevated the flavor. The cucumber salad is a refreshing bite between the buns and the ramen. Take out or dine in the food is always top tier. I will say the service can be hit or miss depending on how busy they get, but that comes with a small mom and pop shop feel. Would recommend trying if you're a ramen fan. You won't regret it. read more

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Shimuja Ramen has great lunch special menu and competitive prices. If you love ramen and enjoys good soup flavors please give Shimuja Ramen a try. I stumbled upon this restaurant after finding it on Google and have been back multiple times already. The ramens are good, doesn't matter what you order they are all better tasting than you'd imagine. They also have small appetizers, nice beer selections, and rice bowl dishes as well. I tried their onigiri, seaweed wrapped around sushi rice and marinated contents, and it was tasty. Please try little bit of everything on their menu and let me know which one was your favorite. Shimuja is located in a plaza that offers plenty of parking spaces. Yes I would recommend this place others in a heartbeat. Yes I will be back when I am craving ramen next. read more

Had a reservation for 8 oclock on a night the restaurant closes at 8:30. I was running about 10 minutes late and called to alert them, only to be told "we're actually going to do last call in 10 minutes because it's slow tonight"... I asked if they're serious and they said yes... so in other words, even if I arrived at 8 oclock sharp, I'd be urged to rush my dining for them to close early. Why take reservations for times you can't respect... I've never had this type of situation happen before. Safe to say my first time dining here was also my last. Not going back to this place again. read more

Ate there. great ramen but THEN looked at food inspection half way down this page and wanted to throw up. Please read it and it wasn't fixed requiring a follow up which has not been recorded here?? Will not be returning. It's serious. Putting food back that was left on counter for too long. Not washing hands after coughing or sneezing. Mop dirt y. Dishes not sanitized etc. read more

Countless recommendations by various foodies and a few years in, I finally made it to Shimuja. We went at a random time in the early evening that was technically the afternoon, but there were still 2 groups of people eating. They have a happy hour from 3-7 PM with $6 appetizers and drinks including beer, sake and wine, so going early in the evening is definitely a plus. (They have takoyaki, or octopus balls, along with edamame, harumaki, or spring rolls, and pickled cucumber on happy hour, all of which I need to get when I go back.) We got the vegetable dumplings on happy hour along with our ramen, and they were the perfect item to munch on while waiting for the ramen to come out. You can get them steamed or fried, and their fried version was not greasy, yet crispy and with adequate filling. I find that a lot of fried dumplings end up having skimpy filling due to the high temperature cooking method overcooking the inside and the amount of filling wrapped in each dumpling to begin with. I'm happy to say that was not the case here. The dipping sauce was flavorful, definitely worth the double dip. I had the Mazesoba, the soupless ramen with all the toppings and 4-5 ounces of broth. It was the best choice I could make since the noodles were firm and chewy and kept this texture since they were not getting soggy in broth. The fried burdock was irresistibly crunchy and added such good texture to the softer noodles, pork belly and eggs. The pork belly was very tender and well marinated, and the egg was cooked perfectly for that jammy yolk. The spicy miso on the side is worth the add on. The salty and spicy umami taste of the miso was awesome on the jammy egg and topped on a slurp of noodles. The weakest part of the dish was the naruto, or the fish cake, which had a spongy texture and taste like it was frozen, defrosted and frozen several times. Our server was attentive and got our orders right (egg on the side for one ramen). I loved the calm nature of the eatery as there was no obnoxiously loud music overhead or loud talking by the staff. Eating great food in peace was just what we needed for this day. I'll have to return for the tonkotsu broth ramen and the rest of the menu! read more

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This is by far my favorite ramen place in Broward County,Fl and I've been to many ramen restaurants. The broth is slow cooked for 13 hours and you can really taste the depth of flavor this slow cooking achieves. My favorite is the pork tonkatsu ramen to which you can add a soft boiled egg if you'd like which I always do. The pork is always melt in your mouth tender but only comes with two pieces so you can order extra on the side if you'd like. Sometimes if I'm in the mood for spice I order a side of their spicy miso paste so I can control the heat. They do offer a spicy ramen and it is super spicy! Their key lime chicken ramen is also delicious and just full of flavor. I think they have 9 or 10 different ramens and for you vegetarians out there, they also have a vegetarian ramen. I'm also a huge fan of their pork buns and they have a nice variety of appetizers so you're bound to find something you'd like. They have a dessert menu with mochi and a couple of other things but their Japanese crepe cake is not to be missed. Trust me with this! It's light and airy and just hits your taste buds on so many levels! They offer different sake and wine as well. Service is good and the only reason I can't give it 5 stars is because of the price point. I do however find myself craving this so I know I'll just keep going back! read more

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Have to update my review because I realized it didn't have any pictures. My husband and I have become regulars (both dine-in and take-out). We bring all of our family and friends here and get the same blown away reaction. The best pork buns and ramen hands-down. Just wow. This comfort food is filling, savory, and you can taste the passion behind the food. The service is quick and offers tap to pay at the table (prefect for lunch breaks). We are so lucky to have a place this good locally. See y'all soon. read more

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The best Ramen in South Florida by far!!! there's definitely a reason why they got all of those awards. Every time I'm there every table is filled and they do a great job at accommodating everyone the space is a little small so it could feel tight but it's definitely worth the 45 minute drive across town read more

Come with me to Shimuja, which is located in Davie. I came across them a while back but knew I had to try it after a coworker said it was the best ramen. I had their Pikachu Boba made with black tea and passion fruit to drink. For an appetizer, I had their Pork Gyoza Dumplings (fried); they had a crispy texture and were nicely filled. I had the Satsuma Tonkotsu for my ramen, now the best ramen I've had. The noodles were thick and wavy, and perfectly made. The broth was light and had a perfect flavor profile. The smoked pork belly is the BEST pork belly I've ever had. It was cooked nicely and tenderly, and it didn't have a lot of jelly fat. For dessert, I had their Japanese Crepe Cake, topped with berries. It was light and delicious. Overall, Shimuja was great. The food was excellent, but the service could be improved by being more attentive and consistent. I plan on going back and trying their other locations in Miami. read more

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This is the best ramen place around this area! I recently traveled to Japan and this food is on par with what I had over there. The restaurant is on the smaller side, but the quality of the food makes up for that. The service is good. I highly recommend trying the pork Katsu. The flavor of this dish is unforgettable. I can't recommend this place enough! I would give it 10 out of five stars if I could!! read more

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I finally made it Shimuja after hearing many good things. I went during lunch on a weekday. They have a nice affordable lunch menu. I was seated quickly (table for one) at the small table. There was also what looked like a large bar seating area. You get a bottle of water for the table to self serve. After much internal debate, I went with the maze ramen. This was described as a brothless ramen with burdock, egg, and some other things. It came out pretty quickly. While the presentation was very nice, the overall taste was a little bit off the mark for me. Think I was expecting a bolder flavor. I have a relatively high bar from living in Japan. Also, maybe because I'm not that big of a fan of burdock and it happened to be a very large pile that it came with. That's what the entire dish tasted like. Okay at first but got boring. The noodle texture was nice. Wish you got more than half an egg. And my nori didn't have much of a crisp. The portion was just okay. Wonder if these are the same portions as dinner or smaller. If the portions are all the same, then not sure about the value. I can get on board with the lunch price and portion though. I plan to come back and try some of their broth ramen. The server was very attentive. Payment was quick and easy at the table. My biggest criticism is going to be the bathroom. No paper towels because they have a blow dryer. But it makes it difficult to get out without touching the dirty doorknob. read more

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I've been here a few times over the years. They do a really nice job of creating a terrific ramen. They have a pork broth, a shoyu, and a veggie broth which is pretty great. My dining companion had the pork broth with sliced pork and said it was very good. I stuck with the veggie champon (mushroom). The noodles, I am told, are made in house. The staff were all very pleasant and the restaurant invokes the charm of a ramen shop in Japan (though this place is much bigger). read more

I am not a huge ramen person due to past experiences but my sister is a die hard and found this place on IG. Small spot in southwest ranches (or right outside on the east side of 75). Rox and Rocky were taking care of us and were very attentive. We had a chicken appetizer that was really good and then the ramen was delicious. I'm also not huge on pork but my sister suggested one for me and I was shocked how much I enjoyed it. The bowls were plentiful and I had enough left over for another meal. It definitely changed my mind on ramen for sure read more

Shimuja Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Southwest Ranches, Florida

I've had this place on my list for a while, and it did not disappoint. The staff was very friendly (thank you, Roxy). We went there for lunch and try the ramen from their lunch menu, and the portion is excellent, the right amount, we also try the key lime ramen and it was something different but delicious, and of course we ordered some takoyaki (recommended) this meal we paired it with some delightful Japanese Beer (Coedo) we had their IPA and Black Lager. And the place is so cute, it's truly a hidden gem at this plaza, the decoration inside is beautiful and it seriously transported us somewhere else. Overall what a good experience, thanks again, Roxy! read more

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Really good authentic ramen and bites. Their takoyaki is one of the best I have tried. I was super impressed that their menu had a variety of traditional hot Japanese meals like karakage, curry, onigri and much more. I highly recommend their ramen and any of them are just as good. We came with a group and we all had different ones and each really liked it. The special pork ramen comes in a much bigger bowl if you're looking for a big soup meal. The service was a bit on the slower side but it could be because we came when they were low on staff. The ambiance is modern and aesthetic, great for date night. read more

Shimuja is currently our favorite place for Ramen. We were originally introduces to Shimuja in 2020 by our Asian friends and they KNOW what ramen is and should taste like. This time around, we ordered as an Appetizer the following: 1. Tuna Mayo Onigiri It was okay.. not my personal favorite. 2. Pork Shimuja Buns SO GOOD Ramen: Kagoshima Special My ultimate favorite! The pork belly is to die for, the broth is unbelievable, noodles are always on point, and the Naruto is always a nice addition. Far warning: come hungry. You will be full FAST. We also tried the Otokoyama Sake - it was nice, refreshing (we ordered it cold), and fruity. They just renovated the restaurant 6 months ago as well. If you are in the area, it's a must try! read more

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Shimuja Ramen is a fave spot and one of our go to spots for ramen. Been here many times. So how have I never written a review? Man, I'm a slacker. Lol. First off, if you're looking for legit ramen...look no further than Shimuja. It's SOLID!!! It's a cute little spot in Southwest Ranches in Davie. The vibe is simple. The food is BOMB! The service is just wonderful. But be warned, they do get busy. Worth the wait. On this chill Sunday, our family was craving ramen for lunch. We arrived around 2:30pm and they were quite busy. Luckily we were able to get a table right away. But the place filled up quickly and there were several groups who came after us and put their names on the waitlist. My husband and I both ordered the Satsuma Tonkotsu because the couple next to us had it and highly recommended it. He kept his regular and I opted for the $2 upgrade with the habanero spicy miso. Because I love SPICY! Duh. Our kids got the Tokyo Shoyu and Takoyaki. The food is quite consistent here and sometimes they change it up or add new specials. With that said, everything was great today. The only thing I would mention on the downside is my habanero spicy miso addition really made my ramen way too salty. Like I couldn't eat it level salty. Noodles, pork and everything else was good. But the salty broth was too much. I tried the Tokyo Shoyu and my husband's regular Satsuma Tonkotsu to compare and their broth was balanced. The culprit was the habanero spicy miso. I asked our server for additional broth to tone down the saltiness and she was very accommodating. It helped but a sadly it was still salty. I would suggest for anyone adding the spicy to add it on the side so you can add to taste. Or just add a hint of it. Or not at all. Haha. Honestly, they had me at habanero spicy miso but miso in general is salty before mixing in. Add at your discretion. That is all. Our server was Roxanna and she was the sweetest. She was very friendly and patient. The staff in general is very attentive and consistently pre-bussed tables. I will say I noticed Shimuja prices have gone up. Ramen was pricey before but now it ranges from $18-24 before any upgrades or add ons. We were spoiled living in Vegas with tons of ramen options and we could easily get a good bowl of ramen for $10-15! No joke. With that said, we will pay money for good food and Shimuja is solid. We had a lovely lunch at Shimuja and the ramen hit the spot. Keep offering the special new menu items as I'm always down to try new options. By the way, they added Happy Hour M-F @ 3-6pm and $12 Lunch Specials for Ramen M-F @ 3-6pm. I'll add to tips for a quick find. read more

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This place is special. They deliver in the promise. The food is magical. Be careful though. I believe that there are two potential reasons why, once you eat there, you will be pulled back into this culinary example of exceptionalism: 1) The chef has found a way, through consumption of noddles, to re-sequence human DNA such that (much like you get sleepy at night) once tried, one is drawn to eat there monthly. 2) The food is so good that one develops an insatiable appetite because there is really nothing like it within 20 miles in any direction. Service is exceptional, not over done, not inattentive. Being there, particularly in the evening, will surround you with a comfortable ambiance that somehow provides a warm embrace that heightens the experience. Add a Saki and you'll fall into an abyss of happiness. Just go there, the risk of falling into a culinary doom loop is absolutely worth it. read more

The food was amazing. I'm so happy i finally made it. I can't wait to go back. Jill was the best. read more

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Food was great and service was also a nice place for a date out in the evening . Simple food read more

Good food service and ambiance. Took our parents here as we live close by. Good to try if you're looking for some good ramen. read more

This is a great ramen spot in Davie with lots of options for appetizers, ramen, and boba! To start I tried the Takoyaki and Crispy Shrimp, both of which were absolutely delicious! The shrimp was coated in a unique batter I've never tried before, which gave it an almost sweet flavor that complemented the spicy mayo perfectly. The takoyaki was a stand-out for me, fried to perfection with perfectly cooked, fat chunks of octopus and a heap of bonito flakes on top. For entrees, my party all got the Kagoshima Special Ramen, a thick, rich tonkatsu broth base with perfectly soft-boiled eggs, crisp vegetables, and a massive portion of sliced pork belly. Literally. HEAVEN! I got a side of Habanero Spicy Miso, which tasted different from other spicy sauce add-ins I've had with ramen but was very delicious and fragrant, adding to the flavor without overpowering it. Overall, this was a really solid meal and I would love to come back and have everything again plus a boba tea. read more

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Wish I could leave a better review, but overall our experience was ok and don't think it was worth $80 for 3 people for lunch. Really wanted to like this place, given the reviews. Went here for lunch on Christmas Eve and was happy to learn that they had specials, offering discounts on certain ramen and other dishes. They also started offering Boba as well. We ordered a milk tea, fruit tea (both with boba) and matcha. The matcha was good, but there was no flavor in the Boba and the milk tea was weak. Ordered pork gyoza. The gyoza was pan fried, but the dough was too thick, wet and undercooked. The filling was perfect though and just wished it was cooked better. My Satsuma Tonkatsu was very good with a tasty broth and pork, but it was just over run with too many green onions. However my wife's order of Mazesoba was cold, and my daughter's order of the Kagoshima Tonkatsu with spicy meso paste was way too salty. Service was polite and pleasant, and the restaurant atmosphere is understated. Maybe it was an off day, but unfortunately the high expectations that I had were not met. read more

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Ever since shimuja opened in Julia and Henry's, I've been dying to try their ramen because I heard that the chef who created and opened this restaurant creates such authentic ramen that it is sooooo hard to find in Miami! Little did I know what treat I was in for! I was even more ecstatic when they opened one in Southwest Ranches because it was closer for me. Although I am aware there are slight differences in both establishments, I thoroughly would recommend you try any shimuja branch! The broth embodied the flavor of the bones and the ramen was cooked just right that it was not too soft and had to perfect chew! I absolutely savored the flavor and texture of the pork slices and may I just add, the soft boiled eggs were definitely cooked to perfection! Just by looking at the photo, it does not do this ramen justice. Service was a little slow, but we went when it was busy, so I cannot complain there. Overall, I would definitely give it a try when you have the ramen cravings! read more

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I've been to this restaurant many times and usually have a great experience, but today was disappointing. A waiter stopped us from seating ourselves something we've always done then tried to seat us somewhere else. When we asked to sit in our same spot, he allowed it but came off very dismissive. I mentioned it to someone who said he was the manager, but his response was just as indifferent. As much as I love the food, I won't be returning after this experience. read more

Best ramen i have had in pembroke pines!! Full of flavor and a very generous portion. They have lunch specials mon-fri 12-3pm and happy hour starting at 3pm. Very comfy vibe and i will be back! read more

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We love Shimuja and it's the best ramen place we've had in Broward. It's very pricy - $23 for the bowl of Kagoshima ramen and $14 for the karaage appetizer. The broth is lovely though - it is very creamy and bursting with flavor. The bowl might not look like much but it is very filling. Ambiance is very pretty and reminiscent of Japan. Service was also great - they are very very quick to take your plates and bowls from the table. read more

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We had a terrible experience, especially since it was meant to be my birthday dinner. We made a reservation for five people and arrived on time. We were told our table would be ready in about ten minutes, but then were asked to wait outside in the cold. When we politely asked to stay inside, the attitude completely changed. After waiting over 30 minutes, my husband asked again about our table, and the hostess seemed offended just for asking and cancelled our reservation. What's the point of making a reservation if you're just going to seat people as they arrive? We used to love this place, but this experience was extremely disappointing. read more

Wanted to try ramen for a while now. This restaurant was recommended from my co worker. He visits here frequently and is always raving about them. It's located in a plaza in the corner somewhat. It's small inside and it does get busy. We went on a Wednesday night and it was busy. But I saw that the waiting isn't long. They are quick to bring the food to the table. I thought the food was good and the service was great and fast. read more

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Absolutely the best Ramen in all of South Florida. Amazing prompt and friendly service as always. I haven't been here in a long time so it was wonderful to see this place maintaining its shine after so many years. Great music and happy employees make the vibe a nice place to hang out. They also have boba tea now Need to come back more often because it's obvious why people drive from far and wide to this establishment. Closest to Kagoshima on this side of the world P.S - as always , when the food is amazing , I always forget to take pics (next time) read more

Service was excellent. Very attentive personnel. I ordered the dumplings for started which was amazing. I also ordered the Satsuma Tonkotsu. The broth had outstanding flavor. The condiments, noddles and pork were also good. For the price I thought it was too small. read more

Broth is out of this world. I heard the chef is straight from Japan. Everyone I've spoken to says this place is better than the Michelin starred spots in NYC. Great service and good vibe. read more

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This is a small place, it's quaint and cute. The service is good and quick. The real star is the food. The ramen is delicious that even my 2 and 4 year old devour it. I've tried the gyozas, chicken bao buns, salad, edamame, and the fried rice and haven't had a bad dish yet. We've gone 4 times in the last 2 months and will continue to go back. read more

Shimuja Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Southwest Ranches, Florida

The restaurant is spacious, but tables are little bit small. You feel like you are going to splash your soup to the person sitting across from you. There is a strong food smell that lingers in the air, your clothing is infused with the smell after awhile. Suggest the ventilation may need to be improved. Food quality is acceptable. Servers are attentive. Weekdays lunch special's price is reasonable. $12 for a bowl of Shoyu Ramen. read more

We were in Kagoshima not too long ago and we were thinking it would be nice to have some ramen like in Japan. I checked out "ramen near me" on Yelp and Shimuja came out on top of the results. Got there at just the right time: just before the end of lunch, sliding into happy hour (3:00). We got 2 lunch ramens and a couple of HH apps, a white sangria and a Sapporo beer. Absolutely perfect! Great flavors served with a smile! The service was super friendly and attentive. The decor is very nice and well taken care of with a great Japanese vibe. Check this place out, you won't be disappointed. You won't find any sushi in this Japanese restaurant, but imo, that's a great thing. read more

When my friend and I arrived, there were a few tables seated, but the dining room filled up quickly. Service was very quick and friendly. I ordered the Satsuma Tonkotsu - it was fresh and flavorful. Perfectly sized portion. My friend had the Pork Katsu Donburi, which was also well seasoned and tasty. We shared an order of gyoza. I would definitely dine here again to try their other dishes. read more

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It is a great ramen place. Very filling. My personal favorite was the Shoyu ramen. It had so many flavors bursting in my mouth.

Came here and was immediately seated at a table for two on a Sunday night without reservations. The service was friendly and the restaurant wasn't too loud. You could definitely have a conversation over dinner. The Ramen was incredible plenty of noodles and pork. I got the spicy miso added to my broth for 2$ and think it's worth it Also got the lemonade which is fresh squeezed in house and it was delicious with my spicy ramen Would go again, felt very authentic and while a little expensive i think it's worth it read more

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The best ramen!!! I recommend the special and I got the spicy broth! So delicious! The place gets pretty busy around dinner time so keep that in mind. read more

I have never written a review, but the taste of this ramen still lingers in my mind, so I had to. It's been about a week since I came to this restaurant and I can't wait to come back. I came in on a saturday night and there were lots of people sitted already. They were quick to find me and my family a seat and polite. The atmosphere at night time and the low lights make this type of restaurant special, almost feels like you are no longer in florida. I order the Kagoshima Ramen, Pork gyozas, Fried Rice and a tuna hand roll. By far the ramen stole of the show. The flavors were delicious, the pork belly had a slight char that was well accompanied with the noodles. All toppings brought a perfect balance for this place. For the pork gyoza I would mention they have a light spicy kick that may not be for all but i did like that. The hand-roll according to my family was good and the fried rice as well but could've used more soy sauce read more

Shimuja Ramen - Kagoshima Special and Karaage Fried Chicken - Ramen Near Me - Southwest Ranches, Florida