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The lady who checks you out is super nice and helpful. She's also very patient and welcoming--we love her! The veggie ramen was definitely flavorful and fresh, and I added the fresh garlic. So good! The shrimp tempura was also fresh out the dryer and delicious. This place was bustling and energetic. You order first and they give you a number. Then you go find a seat. So keep that in mind.
The restaurant was busy (very few empty tables) at 3:30pm on a Saturday that says something as it wasn't quite lunch or dinner! Casual place where you order at the counter, pay then sit down with a number so they can bring you your food. My hubby got the Classic Tonkatsu, rich, creamy broth with pork belly, egg, corn and shreds of mushroom. He enjoyed it (maybe not #1 in his book) but I kept coming back to drink more of his broth- yum. I decided to get the Chicken broth based ramen (Red Paitan is the spicy version) since I really like chicken. But I would say, the chicken strips in the soup are slightly dry and taste just okay (I actually would prefer the Pork Belly). The spicy is spicy (I didn't need any additional spicy from the little container they bring out with the food). For me, this was a ton of food, I was super full. I would definitely come back and want to try the Spicy Tonkatsu (called Red Tonkatsu) as I think this has an edge over the Paitan in my book. The noodles are definitely good, slightly chewy and taste fresh. Shiromaru wasn't quite a solid 5 stars in my book but VERY good so I rounded up. I would like to try more to dishes and would recommend it to anyone to give it a try!
Second time was a charm. When we went for the first time we backed out because there was a long wait. This time the wait was bearable. We lined up placed our order at the front desk and got seated. We got the chasu bowl with rice, Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen, Gyoza, and California role. The service was fast, the ambiance was relaxed casual with packed tables and crowds enjoying their meal. The food was a hit. Absolutely worthy of the price. The noodles were soft and chewy. The broth was delicious! Gyoza was okay. The Chasu was thick cut and good portions. Highly recommended for a good bowl of ramen. Will be going back to try more items from the menu.
I've stopped by and had ramen here several times with friends and have been ordered take out once as well. I mainly stick with the Shoyu ramen with extra egg and pork with the spice on the side. It's absolutely delicious and my go to order! I recommend if you can coming here during the week and it's super crowded on the weekend and you'll more than likely have a wait but the food is well worth it. The staff seem to be working as fast as they can as well. My only gripe with almost every ramen spot is that I feel like it's never big enough. I completely get it, it's not a Texas road house but they always feel super tiny to me but it's a non factor really since the food is always amazing!
Pull up to Shiromaru in Troy, Michigan, and the first thing that hits me? The crowd. This place is always packed--always a promising sign. I come on a mission though: ramen. Tonkotsu ramen, to be exact. Now, I don't throw this around lightly--I'm a full-blown ramen snob. But this bowl? Beyond reproach. The noodles had bite, the broth was rich and deep, the ramen egg was perfect. Justice was served. But here's the kicker: the star of the entire meal isn't the ramen. It is the gyoza. Yeah, I said it. Those dumplings came out with a level of crispness I can't even begin to explain. Gyoza is usually the appetizer you order by default, something to nibble on before the main act. Not here. At Shiromaru, the gyoza came to steal the show.
Best ramen in Michigan!!!! I will come back soon! It is a hidden gem! Wish it was closer to my house.
Was in town and got to try this great place! The service was very good, they provided great recommendations. The restaurant is clean and fast casual type. I got the crunchy roll and pork bao bun- both were delicious!
1. Food- this was beyond satisfying; it was my first time having a tonkatsu and it did not disappoint. So much flavor all packed into this amazing bowl. The pork belly was so tender and the mushroom was just as amazing. It says the noodles are made fresh in house daily, I guess now I can compare it to other places for reference. I will probably get this every time I'm here. The white dragon roll was fresh and delicious. The fried gyoza was some of the best I've had. 2. Service- you order at the counter, they give you a number and the food comes out surprisingly quick. They are polite and helpful and will gladly make recommendations. 3. Ambiance- it's a decent sized place, there are several high tops and regular tables that are shared. It's clean and they are on top of their game here. It's so hard now a days to find food that you get excited about when you go out, but this place will make it worth your time!
I went here with my son based on Yelp reviews. It was like 4-1/2 stars with 300 reviews- way better than any other sushi restaurants in the area. It did not disappoint! Based on the look of the restaurant from the outside- this would not have been my first choice. But looks are deceiving some times! You go up to the counter to order and they deliver your food to the table. It was a small wait, but the place was packed and the food was so good! We both like spicy food, so we were picking spicy rolls and the server taking our order told us her favorites and other popular foods that people order. I'm not even sure which was which - but they were all delicious! I rarely give 5 stars but this place deserves it. The food quality was really good, presentation was great and the taste was amazing!
The ramen was very good and so was the sushi! Very friendly staff and quick service! Tables were clean and location was nice.
I think this was a sushi/ramen place before, but it changed quite a few years back and got remodeled. I used to frequent this area a lot when there was a bagel spot a few doors down but haven't really been to this corner in quite some time. I finally got a chance to stop in on a Sunday and I regret not coming sooner. It's a wonderful sushi and ramen spot with plenty of options to eat for everyone. I spent about 10 minutes studying the menu because I couldn't decide on one item to eat! The ramen and udun selection is good because not all the choices are pork based. Sushi has some popular picks and there's a few other good choices on here as well. I went with one of the sushi combo's for $16 which comes with 8 pieces of salmon (or tuna) sushi along with 3 salmon (or tuna) niri along with miso soup, my favorite. The food was fresh, tasty and hit the spot with portion sizes. The counter staff was friendly, educated and answered all the questions I had (and there was a lot of questions.) I love how the place is clean and well decorated with plenty of seating options. Will return in the future to try more off the menu!
We were so excited when we walked in to see that the noodles are made fresh daily. We were bouncing between this place and the Korean spot just around the corner, but we simply couldn't pass up the homemade noodles + it smelled SO GOOD when we walked in, there was no turning back.. The staff immediately gives a welcoming and friendly vibe. Now the food - we got a little bit of everything just to try it all.. ramen, udon, sushi, and tempura were all perfection!! We will 1000% come back when traveling in the area. Def my new fave "Detroit" sushi/ramen place. No doubt amazing every time.
The BEST fried Gyoza you will ever have! We stumbled across this place a few months ago and have ordered here many times since for a quick bite to eat or a full meal. My wife usually gets multiple kinds of sushi rolls and I will get a noodle dish or rice bowl. The star of the show for us is the Gyoza! Cooked to perfection, not too greasy, full of pork or chicken! It pretty busy in the evening so order ahead! The dining room is a bit small but if you can find a seat, that's a bonus for you! If the line is out the door, respectfully of course, you can walk past everyone to the side counter to pick up your order. Bring the card with you that you made the purchase though, new requirements as of late.
Met a friend here for lunch on a Friday and was able to get a table no problem. She normally gets takeout because it can get so busy, but we lucked out with no line when ordering up at the counter. Not really much of an ambiance - it's a very casual place with pretty basic decor. Everyone working there was friendly and our food was brought out to us in a reasonable amount of time. I got the classic tonkotsu ramen and it was really good! The broth was flavorful and complex, the pork was tender, and the egg perfectly jammy. Apparently they make their noodles fresh everyday. The price of a ramen bowl was on par with what I'm used to (~$20 with tax + tip) but the sushi seemed a little pricey. I will have to come back to try it. read more
Loved this ramen spot! In my opinion, ramen is all about the broth. The rich tonkotsu pork-bone broth was flavorful and comforting. The spicy chili garlic seasoning added the perfect amount of spice. And they even bring out extra spice to the table, if you need more! The fresh house-made noodles were cooked perfectly. I added chicken to my bowl instead of the pork. It was tender and so flavorful. The toppings -- marinated egg, green onions, bamboo shoots, kikurage mushrooms, and sesame seeds -- all came together really well. I added soybeans to my bowl. Definitely one of the best ramen bowls I've had in Michigan. I'll be back for sure. Service was quick. And even at 4pm, the place was already packed. My belly was so happy after this meal! read more
Went here with my family on a Wednesday night. It was VERY busy and now I know why. Food was fantastic. The tonkotsu and paitan were extremely silly and very flavourful. The veggie tasted clean and left me full without leaving me heavy and sluggish. I also had some sushi but I did wish there was a bit more consistency. I ordered the tamago twice and one had cucumbers and the other one did not. Overall would still go back and try the rest of their menu. read more
The lady who checks you out is super nice and helpful. She's also very patient and welcoming--we love her! The veggie ramen was definitely flavorful and fresh, and I added the fresh garlic. So good! The shrimp tempura was also fresh out the dryer and delicious. This place was bustling and energetic. You order first and they give you a number. Then you go find a seat. So keep that in mind. read more
The restaurant was busy (very few empty tables) at 3:30pm on a Saturday that says something as it wasn't quite lunch or dinner! Casual place where you order at the counter, pay then sit down with a number so they can bring you your food. My hubby got the Classic Tonkatsu, rich, creamy broth with pork belly, egg, corn and shreds of mushroom. He enjoyed it (maybe not #1 in his book) but I kept coming back to drink more of his broth- yum. I decided to get the Chicken broth based ramen (Red Paitan is the spicy version) since I really like chicken. But I would say, the chicken strips in the soup are slightly dry and taste just okay (I actually would prefer the Pork Belly). The spicy is spicy (I didn't need any additional spicy from the little container they bring out with the food). For me, this was a ton of food, I was super full. I would definitely come back and want to try the Spicy Tonkatsu (called Red Tonkatsu) as I think this has an edge over the Paitan in my book. The noodles are definitely good, slightly chewy and taste fresh. Shiromaru wasn't quite a solid 5 stars in my book but VERY good so I rounded up. I would like to try more to dishes and would recommend it to anyone to give it a try! read more
Second time was a charm. When we went for the first time we backed out because there was a long wait. This time the wait was bearable. We lined up placed our order at the front desk and got seated. We got the chasu bowl with rice, Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen, Gyoza, and California role. The service was fast, the ambiance was relaxed casual with packed tables and crowds enjoying their meal. The food was a hit. Absolutely worthy of the price. The noodles were soft and chewy. The broth was delicious! Gyoza was okay. The Chasu was thick cut and good portions. Highly recommended for a good bowl of ramen. Will be going back to try more items from the menu. read more
9 months ago
I've stopped by and had ramen here several times with friends and have been ordered take out once as well. I mainly stick with the Shoyu ramen with extra egg and pork with the spice on the side. It's absolutely delicious and my go to order! I recommend if you can coming here during the week and it's super crowded on the weekend and you'll more than likely have a wait but the food is well worth it. The staff seem to be working as fast as they can as well. My only gripe with almost every ramen spot is that I feel like it's never big enough. I completely get it, it's not a Texas road house but they always feel super tiny to me but it's a non factor really since the food is always amazing! read more
Pull up to Shiromaru in Troy, Michigan, and the first thing that hits me? The crowd. This place is always packed--always a promising sign. I come on a mission though: ramen. Tonkotsu ramen, to be exact. Now, I don't throw this around lightly--I'm a full-blown ramen snob. But this bowl? Beyond reproach. The noodles had bite, the broth was rich and deep, the ramen egg was perfect. Justice was served. But here's the kicker: the star of the entire meal isn't the ramen. It is the gyoza. Yeah, I said it. Those dumplings came out with a level of crispness I can't even begin to explain. Gyoza is usually the appetizer you order by default, something to nibble on before the main act. Not here. At Shiromaru, the gyoza came to steal the show. read more
1 month ago
Best ramen in Michigan!!!! I will come back soon! It is a hidden gem! Wish it was closer to my house. read more
11 months ago
1. Food- this was beyond satisfying; it was my first time having a tonkatsu and it did not disappoint. So much flavor all packed into this amazing bowl. The pork belly was so tender and the mushroom was just as amazing. It says the noodles are made fresh in house daily, I guess now I can compare it to other places for reference. I will probably get this every time I'm here. The white dragon roll was fresh and delicious. The fried gyoza was some of the best I've had. 2. Service- you order at the counter, they give you a number and the food comes out surprisingly quick. They are polite and helpful and will gladly make recommendations. 3. Ambiance- it's a decent sized place, there are several high tops and regular tables that are shared. It's clean and they are on top of their game here. It's so hard now a days to find food that you get excited about when you go out, but this place will make it worth your time! read more
I went here with my son based on Yelp reviews. It was like 4-1/2 stars with 300 reviews- way better than any other sushi restaurants in the area. It did not disappoint! Based on the look of the restaurant from the outside- this would not have been my first choice. But looks are deceiving some times! You go up to the counter to order and they deliver your food to the table. It was a small wait, but the place was packed and the food was so good! We both like spicy food, so we were picking spicy rolls and the server taking our order told us her favorites and other popular foods that people order. I'm not even sure which was which - but they were all delicious! I rarely give 5 stars but this place deserves it. The food quality was really good, presentation was great and the taste was amazing! read more
1 month ago
The ramen was very good and so was the sushi! Very friendly staff and quick service! Tables were clean and location was nice. read more
I think this was a sushi/ramen place before, but it changed quite a few years back and got remodeled. I used to frequent this area a lot when there was a bagel spot a few doors down but haven't really been to this corner in quite some time. I finally got a chance to stop in on a Sunday and I regret not coming sooner. It's a wonderful sushi and ramen spot with plenty of options to eat for everyone. I spent about 10 minutes studying the menu because I couldn't decide on one item to eat! The ramen and udun selection is good because not all the choices are pork based. Sushi has some popular picks and there's a few other good choices on here as well. I went with one of the sushi combo's for $16 which comes with 8 pieces of salmon (or tuna) sushi along with 3 salmon (or tuna) niri along with miso soup, my favorite. The food was fresh, tasty and hit the spot with portion sizes. The counter staff was friendly, educated and answered all the questions I had (and there was a lot of questions.) I love how the place is clean and well decorated with plenty of seating options. Will return in the future to try more off the menu! read more
5 months ago
We were so excited when we walked in to see that the noodles are made fresh daily. We were bouncing between this place and the Korean spot just around the corner, but we simply couldn't pass up the homemade noodles + it smelled SO GOOD when we walked in, there was no turning back.. The staff immediately gives a welcoming and friendly vibe. Now the food - we got a little bit of everything just to try it all.. ramen, udon, sushi, and tempura were all perfection!! We will 1000% come back when traveling in the area. Def my new fave "Detroit" sushi/ramen place. No doubt amazing every time. read more
The BEST fried Gyoza you will ever have! We stumbled across this place a few months ago and have ordered here many times since for a quick bite to eat or a full meal. My wife usually gets multiple kinds of sushi rolls and I will get a noodle dish or rice bowl. The star of the show for us is the Gyoza! Cooked to perfection, not too greasy, full of pork or chicken! It pretty busy in the evening so order ahead! The dining room is a bit small but if you can find a seat, that's a bonus for you! If the line is out the door, respectfully of course, you can walk past everyone to the side counter to pick up your order. Bring the card with you that you made the purchase though, new requirements as of late. read more
TLDR: This ramen place serves an impressive yet unpretentious ramen, complemented by other fresh dishes. The service was great. For my dinner meal, I ordered the Yellow Tail Ponzu and the Black Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen. When I got my food, I received both orders at the same time, alongside a chili oil container and a small dish to pour some soy sauce to dip in. The small dish was unnecessary for the Yellow Tail Ponzu. The fish, laid over thinly sliced cucumber and topped with ponzu and a pinch of chili flakes on top, provided a very refreshing start to the meal. It is unusual for the sashimi to be served already coated with sauce and served with anything but soy sauce, ginger, and wasabi, but in this scenario the combination worked very well. The ramen, though, was most impressive. It comes out unassuming in a bowl with not too many toppings, only with 3 chunks of chashu, some earwood mushroom, some thinly sliced bamboo, and half a poached egg. However, the deep flavor of the broth more than made up for it. Oddly, the broth didn't have a strong garlic flavor, but I assume it is because they roasted it all the way through to make it very subtle. The egg was cooked to gooey perfection, and despite one of the chashu piece being cut with the grain instead of against, the fat and the meat both melted in your mouth. Near the end of my meal, I was curious as to why I was given a chili oil to go with the ramen, given the ramen seemed complete in flavor. Normally, I would judge a ramen based on the broth that comes out with it, but I was obliged to give the chili oil a try. I am happy to say that it somehow added more flavor to the bowl beyond pure spiciness. The chili oil by itself tasted similarly to a Chinese meat sauce (家常肉酱). I would recommend for anyone coming here to add the chili oil to their ramen. This is a place I would come back to even if I needed to drive a little further. read more
1 year ago
I think this is a ramen shop I'd be willing to travel for! By far the best and cleanest ramen I've had in a long time. Shiromaru is a sit down restaurant where you order at the counter and eat at booths. The cashier was super sweet and complimented my boyfriend's and my outfit. The interior is classic and simple, and you can enjoy a conversation with friends easily. The classic tonkatsu ramen was super clean and made from pork bone broth. It was delicious! I wanted to drink every last drop of broth. The black tonkatsu ramen is rich and had a pleasant garlic aroma. Both ramens had huge portions of meat, and they immediately melt in your mouth. Lastly, the black dragon specialty roll was fresh! The tempura inside was still crispy. I'll have to come back and try their other menu items soon! read more
I love the layout and the convenience of this restaurant. I was a little scared entering and seeing a line but it all made sense eventually. You order and pay, then find a seat like ponderosa back in the day. The food comes out hot and so delicious. This place is up the street from my son's baseball facility and is his favorite. read more
I've been hearing good things about Shiromaru so I was super excited to try some of their ramen! I ordered the black tonkotsu which is supposed to have a black garlic tonkotsu broth. I was really impressed with the amount of pork that they give you and the noodles were fresh and delicious, I love that you can watch them being made as you walk in! I was honestly a little disappointed in the broth, it didn't have a noticeable garlic flavor but it was nice and creamy which is what I'm looking for when I get tonkotsu. It's counter service and super quick to get your food. It was kind of packed in there and it got kind of loud but I'm sure that's only when it's super busy on a weekend night. read more
4 months ago
Shiromaru is a cafeteria-style Japanese restaurant where you order at the counter, take a number, and find an empty table to sit and wait. They're known for their ramen, but my friend and I were feeling something lighter and cleaner, so we ordered udon. UDON - 13 This udon came with imitation crab, 1/2 of a marinated egg, shiitake mushrooms, some green onion and crunchy flakes. The broth was light, but incredibly salty to the point where it was unbearable. I poured some of my water in it to dilute the sodium levels. The shiitake mushrooms soaked up the broth too well, so they were also really salty. There was nothing about the udon that deserves praise. For a restaurant, this was disappointing. My friend got the udon and thought similarly. Meh, I don't think I would be back. I hope their ramen is better than the udon we ordered. read more
1 year ago
Finally gave this place a try and it was interesting. I didn't hate it nor did I love it. I would give it another try. I did enjoy how thick the pork meat for the ramen was and the amount. It was filling. I wasn't too sure I how I felt about the broth. Prices weren't too bad either for the portion size. The tables were kinda crammed and I didn't like that too much. Decor was nice and fit the theme. Service was nice too. The people at the counter were nice. The cooks in the back also spoke to us. The watching of the fresh noodle making was cool too. read more
I heard about this place from tiktok and the food is amazing. The sushi is fresh and the pork belly was tender and flavorful. However, I will say that even on a weekday this place is packed. There may be a bit of a wait and it might be hard to find seating. This place is quite hard to navigate if you are handicapped because the seats are quite close together and it's a lot of shared booths or high tables. The lady who took our order was nice but one of the food runners was a bit rude, this might be from the stress of how busy this place is. I would definitely recommend to give the food a try but I would expect to wait a bit/or id recommend ordering takeout. read more
10 months ago
It is crazy in here. So busy. We were unsure at first when we pulled in if we want to deal with the giant line. The parking is convenient is located in the plaza. We were able to do that easily. But we were in a long line and it was hustling in there. Basically you order at the counter. Find a table and I'll bring it to you later on. They make the Ramen noodles. Oh my gosh, I can see the hype . After trying the noodles understanding how delicious they were. I would most definitely want to come back. The flavor was so rich. The meat was so good. Everything was absolutely delicious and I want more and more and more. read more
4 months ago
This place is a sleeper gem. I didn't expect to have good ramen in the "middle of nowhere" as someone from California. I got the black king and there was SO much chashu in there I couldn't even finish. Flavor profile was awesome and getting the chili on the side was great to add however much we wanted. read more
Regular spot we keep going back to. Sometimes they have a line out of the door, but line moves quickly. Their customer service is excellent although one time I felt rushed to finish my food as they kept coming to pick up the dishes before I was even finished read more
Tried this for the first recent after seeing their recent social media buzz. It seemed very lively on a Thursday night. The carry out was very well packed. I wasn't blown away by the sushi but enjoyed the ramen. I'll have to try it again sometime. read more
2 months ago
I ordered a California roll add shrimp tempura they gave me the added topping separately instead of calling and making a modification. I'm not sure who's bright idea. It was to handle orders like this, but I will probably not be returning. I mean "wtf" read more
1 year ago
Ordered carryout and just WOW. This is the best ramen I've had in a long time. I got the veggie ramen with some spice on the side...absolutely delicious. The broth was so flavorful. My coworker got a different type of ramen with pork belly and she was equally impressed! She said her experience was a little odd with the employees when she picked up the food, but nothing bad at all. I can't speak on experience of dining in, so this review is purely on the food alone. read more
The ramen was amazing! The broth is super rich with just the right amount of spice. My friend was able to mix two broths together and she loved it! The ambiance is very casual and clean. The service was nice, you order before you sit down and they do bring the food out to you. I'd give this restaurant a 5 star, but my only complaint is the buns. It seemed like just a cheap frozen chicken tender with a piece of lettuce and some sauce that wasn't even spicy. Definitely not worth the price. read more
8 months ago
This place was highly recommended to me as a great spot for ramen. It's a fast casual restaurant where you order at the counter and they hand you a number and bring you your food to the table when it's ready. The line to order was wrapped through the restaurant and the place was not too big. We moved up to the front pretty fast though and the employee was bussing tables quickly to accommodate the people waiting to sit. The lady taking orders at the counter was very nice and helped explain what's included in the ramen bowls and what options were available. We ended up ordering the red tonkotsu and the udon soup. We also decided to get a few sushi rolls to go with it. Food came fairly fast and looked so delicious. The red tonkotsu was creamy and spicy and had a good amount of flavor. The udon was good too but I liked the ramen more. I'm glad I finally tried the place and everyone that worked there was very kind accomodating when we needed containers and bags to take home when we couldn't finish the food. read more
8 months ago
All I can say is wow wow wow!!! If I lived closer I would be a regular!!! They are extremely busy so be ready to wait in line but it went pretty fast to order and get served. The ramen and the fried Goyza is what I got and both were sooo good! The restaurant itself is small and you're kind of sitting on top of each other but everyone's pretty much eating and leaving. Give this place a try it's worth it! read more
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