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Toki Underground

4.5 (162 reviews)
ModerateRamen, Cocktail Bars
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Dessert !
Sasha B.

Great location I was able to park on the street with no issues I went inside and it was so beautiful and decorated the restaurant was so clean. The service was great. The food was delicious. I got the curry Ramen and some spicy chicken bow buns, delicious and for dessert I had a Panacotta. Love this place

Pickled vegetables
Alice L.

Had a great lunch here the other day - service was attentive and ambiance is cool and eclectic- slightly hot for summer time but they do have fans all around- we got happy hour pricing for lunch which is nice bonus- started off with pickled veg app and karaage. The karaage was fried to perfection and the pickled veg was great as well- each of the veg was flavored differently and were refreshing to the palate - I got the curry ramen which tasted very good and was refreshing- portions were just right

Mushroom Shio (vegan)
Farah K.

We took a chance on a weekday night and walked in for dinner. Felt like getting ramen and I have known of Toki for a while now..or well at least the DC location but never been. Mostly because the ramens came with pork or vegan broth and no poultry or fish broth options. Stalking their insta I saw a chicken broth tantanmen that looked delish. So here we were. We were promptly sat, service was quick and fast. My chicken tantanmen was delicious. The numbing sichuan chili oil with the crispy karaage, paired with a nutty miso broth was just perfect for an overcast day. My bf also thoroughly enjoyed his vegan mushroom ramen and appreciated the cook on the mushrooms as it wasn't just bland and spongy. Would absolutely come back if they keep offering non pork broth options. Or at least the ability to sub broths out. Interior was also decorated very cool.

Inside
Peter P.

One of my favorite DC ramen shops finally made its way to Baltimore and it doesn't disappoint. This location has easier street parking and has a bit more space inside for seating than the og spot on H street. You can make reservations which is nice, the service here was as expected solid, fast and friendly. The quality of the ramen is still consistent which was what I was hoping for. I got a classic ramen which was warm and delicious like i remembered trying in DC. The appetizers were excellent, karaage was juicy and crispy and the dumplings were meaty and good. My friends got the curry ramen and the kimchi special which were all a hit. Flavorful and warming which made the perfect meal during this cold winter. Would recommend and will be back, definitely one of the better ramen joints in Baltimore!

Fried chicken appetizer
Kimberly W.

The award winning Toki Underground from DC opened a small (like 30 seats) place in Baltimore City. I had delivery from there and the ramen broth was amazing. I was even more blown away. That is nori on the brussels A piece of pork belly was fired for my drink. The drink menu was small but a got a chance to try them all and there is a flavor profile for you. The ramen was filling and comforting as ramen should be and be sure to ask about the secret menu. I went for Baltimore Restaurant Week and was able to try so many things. But you can go for happy hour and try all the appetizers and drinks for a discount. While we are suffering a long cold spell right now and perfect for ramen, remember ramen is perfect year round. The service was wonderful and the place filled up quickly while we were there on a Wednesday night. I will be back. Oh I hear there is a good outdoor space, but I didn't get a chance to experience that with temperature in the single digits

Chicken shoyu truffle
Kylie D.

I came with my partner for noodles on a cold Saturday for lunch while visiting Baltimore. We were not disappointed! Although the area looks a bit sketchy, the inside of the restaurant is trendy with a slight retro feel. We were seated immediately and told that since it was happy hour the prices were a bit cheaper. While taking our order the server asked for dietary restrictions and allergies, a good sign at any restaurant that they care about your food. I got the mushroom shio vegan ramen and my partner got the truffle chicken shoyu ramen. Despite the description saying the mushroom shio had tofu, there didn't appear to be any. Despite that, the dish was filling enough with its shiitake mushrooms, various types of seaweed, and surprisingly hearty broth. I was a little apprehensive at kale as a topping but it took up the broth well and was delicious. 10/10. If I had to give a criticism it would be that the broth didn't come out piping hot; usually I enjoy the first few sips of searing hot liquid and I couldn't get that here. My partner said he enjoyed his chicken shoyu ramen but would've liked it a bit saltier. With tip we ended up paying around $24/person, a little more than I'd like to pay for lunch, but these days restaurant prices tend to be high. I would recommend this place if you're in the area!

Tom C.

Ramen warms the soul, and everyone has their own spin on the basics. Toki Underground has been banging out bold, crowd-pleasing ramen remixes since 2011 on H Street in DC, and it's great to see the original operators still running the show in Baltimore. I was a little confused at first about when H Street lost some of its luster--but it feels like that energy found a new home in Baltimore. There are plenty of nods to the original DC décor and vibe here, which longtime fans will immediately recognize and appreciate. We started with the karaage and chicken dumplings--both were solid, with a clean, crisp finish on the fry and no heaviness or grease. A strong start. I ordered the chicken shoyu truffle ramen and really enjoyed it, especially the whole chicken leg quarter. That said, I noticed some diners might not love the presentation. A simple improvement could be having the waitstaff ask bone-in or boneless, or offering the chicken shredded on the side--while still keeping the bone-in option for those who enjoy that experience. My friend went with the Toki Classic Ramen--only his third "fancy ramen" experience--making it a solid benchmark bowl. Both dishes delivered comforting, well-balanced flavors that stayed true to Toki's signature style without trying too hard.

Toki Monster
Meghan O.

My partner and I found this place looking for something new tonight and it did not disappoint. It has cool vibes and is across the street from a great mural. The inside is small but they use the space effectively and nothing feels cramped. The menu is small but everything we got was delicious. The service was great, very welcoming and informative. We'll definitely be back. We ordered the special menu appetizer watermelon, I don't remember the name and Onigiri. I ordered the Mazemen and my partner got the special spicy shrimp ramen. The pink drink is the Open Kimono, the gochujang isn't overbearing but has a subtle flavor that really bright everything together. The Toki Monster had a piece of pork belly for the garnish and my partner also ordered the special mystery saki. He said it was unlike any other sake he's ever tasted in the best possible way. The only downside was that he forgot to ask again what it was called.

Watermelon Mint Lemonade with Tequila &  Karaage *SPECIAL* Spicy Miso-Salmon Ramen
Natalie N.

I got to experience ramen for my first time here! My boyfriend took me out for date night! This was such a great experience! The food was AMAZING! We had the karaage as our appetizer, SO YUMMY!! I enjoyed the spicy miso salmon ramen bowl and it was to DIE FOR!!! I can't wait to go back! The service was amazing! They were super attentive and friendly and it was just such a warm, welcoming and fun experience!

Not Another Panupkin. Sake, lime, rum, pumpkin spice, soda
Melanie N.

Im a big fan of the DC location, so imagine my surprise when I discovered they had one in Baltimore! Every time I go i order the same dish: the Tokyo Curry. This one did not disappoint. I tried it with the chicken broth this time, but the server recommended the pork broth, so I'll have to check that one out on the next visit. I will say, this location uses smaller noodles by default, and I prefer the larger ones. They do have the larger noodles though if you'd like to substitute. For my drink I ordered a seasonal cocktail: Not Another Panupkin. It's like a pumpkin spice-y sake drink. Not bad, but not life-changing. All in all I had a great experience! The host and server were friendly and the meal was only slightly overpriced . Hope this helps!

Edamame
Veronica L.

Industrial bar/Japanese style interior with cool modern art everywhere. The food was phenomenal, I was really surprised. They spice up Japanese classics with delicious flavors. They have happy hour and regular pricing. Staff was nice and service was relatively quick. The menu is small but they make everything well

Toki Tokyo Curry Chicken Ramen (Pork Broth)
Karol M.

This food is so good! My fiancé and I shared a bowl of the Toki Curry ramen. It's just so comforting. Goes straight to our soul. I especially loved the fried chicken in the ramen. Pure perfection! We also shared the shrimp appetizer, which again was a perfect balance of juiciness, crunch and flavor! We also had the Yuzu Sake, which was refreshing. Overall, such a great experience! We ate at the bar which was excellent for sharing since we were sitting side by side. The spinning skateboards on the roof were such a fun touch.

Ken Y.

On a whim, I decided to go to Toki one evening about 30 minutes before their closing, so I was able to enjoy a quiet quick meal at the bar. Friendly staff and GREAT music definitely made for an enjoyable visit. For starters, I had the pickle plate which was clearly a great choice, flavorful and crunchy. I got the Shitake Dan Dan Noodle dish as an entree. The dish was flavorful with nice textures, but unusually salty. I'm unsure whether this was just a miss night or what, but I'm reluctant to try this dish in my next visit.

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