Best way to describe the place is: If you know. You know!…read more And if you don't know. Find a local to find out. Took us a little while to find the place. Not the address but the place. If you're looking for a hole in the wall keep looking. You're looking for hole in the hole in the wall. Basically it is a bar on the 2nd Floor of the old building which has another bar on the first floor. Once you find it I can't say you'd be disappointed. Although we didn't get there when they have their busiest time like Friday or Saturday night but we were seated immediately service was great prices reasonable. The Menu isn't vast (this is not a Cheesecake Factory) and I didn't see any issues with anything we ordered. Cocktails were superb even without Pork Belly Garnish on my Monster. Ordered all appetizers from the list. All of them were wonderful. Karaage, Pickles, Wings, Buns It is all delicious. Same with Ramen. Nothing had any issues to note all were absolutely superb.

Checking off another spot off my list of top ramen places in the DMV. As the name suggests, they…read morewere definitely a bit hard to find as it was a small doorway between two other shops. I thought the ramen was decent but don't think it's as good as everyone makes it out to be. Broth had a nice mild pork flavor and the chasu pork was very tender. Good ramen but there are other spots I would prefer over this. Apps: Karaage Entrees: Toki Classic Ramen

I enjoy this ramen so much that I get it every time I am in the Union Market area even if I'm not…read morehungry. This ramen is delicious!

Stopped here for lunch after getting into town earlier than previously expected…read more Located in the Union Square Market, it is back right corner-ish. There are several other similar restaurant counters, but we found it. Ordered a Shoyu Ramen without the mushrooms and bamboo shoots. I thought it was pretty solid. Staff was friendly and made the ramen very quickly. Would recommend as a stop while at the Market.

Everything was oh, so so so good. We had a range of things: hand rolls, bao buns, general tso…read moreshrimp, and pho king. We will 100000% be returning, amazingly good and fresh food!

Updating my review: My first time here was during a happy hour (50% of apps Mon-Friday) and the…read moreservice was amazing. If you come specify to your server what you do want. I would've had them comp if it was my first time but im unsure what the standard is for water when your dining in anymore This second time i came during homecoming weekend and was a bit disappointed. My friend and i asked for waters as we waited for our server to tend to us. We were offered to sit at the bar and declined because we wanted to eat. We were given these two cans of Liquid Death, instead of regular glasses of water ( just cans and empty glass cups to serve ourselves the water?? No ice and with no clarifying questions from the server; she took our order. The food was as expected and we were here on a Sunday. I'm not someone who makes a fickle on pricing or service. But i pay attention to things like that and did not enjoy me and my friend paying $12 for water altogether before even getting our orders in. Just makes me not want to come back because other sections had glasses of water not cans ...... Anyways we ordered 2 Tonkotsu Ramen. 2 Bao buns. And the ribs and the spring rolls. On a weekday it's a steal but other than that I'll just order to go going forward.

Daikaya Ramen is an unassuming spot serving some seriously flavorful ramen in DC. If you're a ramen…read morelover, this place is definitely worth seeking out. We ordered the Spicy Miso with the spice bomb and egg, along with the veggie ramen with spice bomb. The Spicy Miso was the clear winner--easily one of the most flavorful ramen bowls I've had, with just the right kick and incredible depth. The veggie ramen was also excellent and a great option for vegetarians. We also tried the gyoza, spring rolls, and Sapporo beer. For dessert, we ordered the black sesame ice cream, but the ramen portions were so generous that we were too full to finish it! Service was quick, attentive, and efficient. The atmosphere is exactly what you'd want from a Japanese ramen spot--casual, lively, and unassuming. The food felt authentic and the flavors really stood out. They also have an izakaya upstairs, which we unfortunately didn't get a chance to try. Definitely saving that for the next visit!

Host guy is quite unfriendly. He saw I had a baby in my hands and gave us the bar seat, didn't…read moreoffer any high chairs. I thought I would have to hold her the entire meal sitting on a small stool. Another guy came by and I asked if they had high chairs and he quickly brought one over. The lady sitting next to me commented she thought they didn't have high chairs the way they weren't offering it to any families. Food was okay. Super oily, couldn't finish my meal. This is a very casual restaurant, you share water pitchers with others sitting at the bar.

I went here on a whim because I was craving ramen, but then I saw that Kajiken serves not only…read moreramen, but abura soba (a brothless noodle dish where the sauces sit at the bottom of the bowl and get mixed into the noodles). I'd heard about this style of dish before and had been wanting to try it, so of course I had to! I stopped in on a Monday in the middle of the afternoon, and there were already about 4-5 tables occupied, which I took as a good sign! As soon as I walked in, I was greeted with a smile and seated promptly. I ordered the Chicken Curry Abura Soba, and this was definitely a hit in my book! It smelled and looked so good that I dug right in as soon as it hit the table (so please excuse the picture lol). The curry flavor was rich and full, the noodles were perfectly chewy, and the chicken was crispy on the outside while still moist on the inside. At first, I only mixed everything together slightly and thought it was delicious. But once I REALLY mixed everything and got all of that sauce from the bottom incorporated throughout the noodles? Completely different flavor experience. So good! I also ordered the pork dumplings as an appetizer. I order pork dumplings pretty often when I go out, and whatever version of them Kanjiken is doing, I really enjoyed it. The texture was giving homemade...I don't know if they actually are, but that's what it gave! Either way, they were good. To drink, I had a bottle of white peach black tea, which was crisp, refreshing, and paired really well with the meal. Overall, I highly recommend Kajiken. In fact, I'm writing this review a few days later and seriously considering heading back there for dinner tonight.

NOPE! Kajiken either…read morechanged management, or there is absolutely no control in the quality and the preparation of the food any more! Our party ordered: +the Gyoza +the Karaage +the Roasted Beef aburasoba +the Chicken Curry aburasoba +the Sukiyaki aburasoba +the Tonkotsu ramen +and, the Spicy Tonkotsu ramen Our WHOLE party got sick - something was definitely off, and, in all honesty, we believe they used old meat. Some of the dishes had an odd and an off-putting odor, and, I, luckily, stopped eating immediately. Others didn't really notice and proceeded to finish their meals. TSK TSK! Unfortunately, it ended up not being a great few days for others. Can't recommend. +OLD MEAT!

Hats off to this restaurant! From the moment you walk in, the service is impeccable. The…read more restaurant is clean, comfortable, and has a relaxed setting with a view of the sushi chef. We started with the sashimi appetizer for $12. There were 6 large pieces...salmon, tuna, and yellowtail. All fresh and very very good. The wasabi was even of high quality. The sushi rolls were pick any 2 for $13. Absolutely fantastic rolls. I came in for the volcano bowl and I would come back again for the volcano bowl. I like a spicy broth and this was perfect. The curly noodles were just the right size and they were freshly made. The pork was very high quality and was a great treat. The Akira ramen was not spicy, but was still very tasty. The skinny noodles are wheat noodles, but didn't taste any different from regular noodles. The bento box was very good as well. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the teriyaki sauce was excellent. The waitress was really good and finished the night with some complimentary bites of the mochi. Great night, great food, great people! Compliments to all from the servers to the chefs!

Came here on May 1, 2026 after leaving the MVA...IYKYK so I was irritated and hungry...lol. I was…read morein the mood for some sushi and maybe some ramen to go so just yelp a place close to me and this popped up. Easy access to a garage that's just around the corner because it is on a very busy street. So garage parking is a must. I don't believe they have been open too long as they are still working on their liquor license. Very cute restaurant nice and tidy but a lot of personality in a small space. I was greeted when I walked in and since I was by myself I opted to sit at the sushi bar area. I forgot to take a picture of my food when I came out because I was so hungry...but the rolls were delicious and fresh. I also took some ramen home and I loved how they packaged everything up for me. I would give them a 3.75 stars because I wish they offered more ramen like beef and with the chicken broth not chicken that's fried. As the chicken was soggy and not eatable when I got home even though it was separated from the ramen. I would give them another try if I'm in the area to try more rolls and their alcohol selection.

My friends and I had a fun time dining at Kaiju! They have a not-so-secret speak-easy in the…read morebasement, in addition to their regular dining space. I went with a group of 7, and they didn't have any regular seating options that could accommodate our size, so that may be something to consider. I ordered their traditional tonkotsu ramen and red bean Takoyaki with ice cream. The tonkotsu came with quail eggs, rather than a standard egg. Everything was so satisfying and I loved the generous portion of vanilla ice cream that was paired with my dessert. The staff was super kind--I would definitely go back here!

I went in for a good bowl of soup and a cool vibe, and that's exactly what I got. The spicy…read moreTonkatsu is very tasty and it's a lot of food. Service is super friendly, and the atmosphere is a lot of fun. It's not white glove ramen and it's not the most unique bowl of noodles in the world - it just delivers satisfaction. Recommended.

Food was pretty good, liked the dry noodles over the ramen ones. The gyoza was a hot with our…read moretoddler. Kaki (oysters) fry was fresh and plump. Takoyaki was classic. Service was a little slow but it was dinner time. The atmosphere was cozy

Really loved Kajiken in California, so was excited to try this one! The menu is very different -…read morethere's even an Old Bay shrimp aburasoba, so cool - but it definitely hit the spot and I'll be coming back. Our waitress was very sweet and attentive, and the ambiance is very nice. However, one of our entrees didn't come out for ~30 min, after the rest of our party was almost finished with ours... wish they offered something in compensation for that - was quite disappointing with no explanation. We tried/recs: - Niku miso (5/5): top rec, loved this one! Not one of their most popular (according to our waitress), but I really enjoyed it. Flavorful, just the right texture, 2 different types of pork, and a raw egg to mix in. - Karaage curry don (4.5/5): my mom really liked the chicken & curry in this, I was surprised! It was filling, though it doesn't look huge at first glance! Lots of rice at the bottom. - Gyoza (4.5/5): tasty, small appetizer. Comes w/ 6 pcs.

Ramen Ya Location:…read more7938 Crain Hwy S, Glen Burnie, MD 21061 Hours: Sunday Closed. M-T 11.30AM-2.30PM & 4.30PM-8.30PM. F-S 11.30AM-2.30PM & 4.30PM-9.30PM Restrooms : inside the building Accessibility: strollers and wheelchairs accessible just tight space Information: ramenya1.com The restaurant itself has a warm and cozy atmosphere that very inviting for customers plus the friendly and attentive crews/staffs. The interior looks clean, bright and minimalist, a perfect combination. Our orders: Appetizer: Pork Bun, the pork is juicy and deliciously flavored. Tonkutsu Ramen, the broth is rich and creamy perfection, a non spicy one. Black Tonkutsu Ramen, this is the star item where you can taste the garlic kick in the broth. Love it! Spicy Miso Ramen, is the most favorite menu here and for us too! The spicy level is at perfection level that's not too strong. All ramen are served with generously served with chasu and veggies, the eggs are perfectly cooked. This ramen place is very recommended if you're looking for something that taste delicious consistently. What amazes us was the noodle maker space is setup facing dining area where we can enjoy the noodle making process while enjoying the food. Love this idea! #ramenYa #blacktonkutsuramen #spicymisoramen #baltimorecounty #preservefootprints

Big girls weekend in MD to celebrate our birthday girl that moved states away. Birthday girl…read morebrought us to Ramen Ya because it is the best ramen she's had (in MD). After crying about seeing her for the first time in a year (quite frankly, I have no idea how I made it this long not seeing her), we made the trek to get noodle soup. We had a party of 6 (beautiful, might I add) girls, so we did have to wait about 15 minutes for a table, which was not bad. Not much going on ambiance wise, but you're there for a bowl of ramen, so it doesn't matter. So food--I got the Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen. Pretty good. Not too spicy, but spicy enough to give you a hit. I'm a sucker for corn, so I loved it. The pork chashu was great--it wasn't too fatty. The broth was pretty rich and yum. We (my friend) also got the shumai. It was your average frozen shumai--I'm not saying they were from frozen, just similarities! They were a bit small. The texture was definitely softer. I did down the soy sauce/dipping sauce like a shot--I'm easily convinced, what can I say. Anyways, I would come back around to Ramen Ya when I go to visit my sweet girl in MD. I think this was a great place to get a nice bowl of ramen. (visited on 09/20/26)

When You're Not Feeling Your Best, Ramen Is the Answer!…read more I wasn't feeling well and couldn't tell if I was coming down with a cold or if my body was simply telling me to SIT DOWN AND REST. Either way, I knew I needed something warm and comforting. Normally, I'd head to Mecha, which is just a few steps from my door, but this time I decided to walk a few steps farther and give the JINYA Ramen Bar in Union Market a try. I've been to the Logan Circle location several times, but this was my first visit to the one right in my neighborhood. I LOVE Tan Tan ramen, so naturally I ordered the Tan Tan Men. It comes with a savory chicken-soy broth with sesame, pork soboro, baby bok choy, shredded leek, chili sesame seeds, chili oil, and thick noodles. I don't eat pork, so I swapped the pork soboro for ground chicken, which they were able to accommodate with no problem. The woman at the hostess stand greeted me immediately when I walked in and handed me a menu after I told her I wanted to place a to-go order. She repeated my order back to me and was especially careful to confirm the swap from pork to chicken, which I really appreciated! And can we give a round of applause for the takeout packaging?! The broth came in its own deep, round container, while the noodles and other ingredients were packaged separately. The broth container is wide enough that you can pour everything directly into it and eat from there if you don't have a bowl available. Since I was headed home, I transferred everything into one of my own bowls, but I love that you don't need to. Most importantly, the ramen hit the spot! Warm, flavorful, a little spicy, and exactly what I needed while feeling under the weather. I stopped in around 1 p.m., and there were a few people dining inside. While I waited for my order, I also saw probably five people come in to grab takeout orders, so clearly the neighborhood knows what's up. The restaurant itself is a nice size, with traditional tables as well as ramen bar seating. Price-wise, JINYA is pretty comparable to the other ramen spots around the area, so nothing particularly surprising there. Overall, great service, delicious ramen, thoughtful takeout packaging, and the convenience of having it right in the neighborhood. I'll definitely be back -- although hopefully next time it's because I'm craving ramen and not because my body is begging me to go home and get in the bed.

Absolutely one of my favorite spots for my ramen fix! I love that they offer great lunch/brunch…read moredeals--nothing beats a big bowl of ramen with two delicious sides. My absolute go-to order is the Tonkatsu Ramen. For the sides, you can't go wrong with the crispy chicken, brussels sprouts tempura, spicy creamy shrimp tempura, or the crispy rice with spicy tuna. There is plenty of seating spread out over both downstairs and upstairs levels. Located right in the Union Market area, so parking can definitely be tough. Your best bet is to use the local garages, park at Union Market, or if it's way too busy, head across Florida Avenue to park in the residential area. Highly recommended!