YOI Ramen & Tea

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I've been coming here once per week and have their boba tea whilst I wait for my kids to finish their classes. The boba tea has been tasty and well made. Friendly service - looks like a family owned restaurant. The place is also very clean. Will take the kids here to try out their food soon. read more

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Maria M.

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Wanted to try this lil Ramen place for a bit and am glad i did!! Loved it for take outs and quick lunches. It has a tiny place for dine in too. The ambiance and service is good. Food is legit and the prices are amazingggg!!! read more

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Fantastic value for the food! This will be my go-to spot if I'm in the area, and do want to come back for their weekday lunch specials, which come with milk tea. I had the shrimp bowl and my partner got the veggie ramen. My bowl came with seven pieces of perfect shrimp, two pieces of broccoli, two carrot slices, onions and a lot of rice. Could not finish the rice! The veggie ramen had balanced flavor and packed with edamame, mushrooms, egg, scallions, etc. It wasn't too busy on a recent Friday evening around 8:30 after the movies. read more

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We ordered a chicken Ramen and an unagi rice bowl. The chicken was tender and flavorful. Not overly salty, comes with a marinated egg, bamboo, corn, red ginger, seaweed and scallion. Decent portion. I was looking forward to the rice bowl. Eel portion was ok, a lot of rice. A lot more than I need. The rice is not good, not soft and not very tasty. So it was a disappointment. We ordered two drinks, a brown sugar bubble milk tea and a jasmine milk tea. Brown sugar tea was good. The other one was not. I thought I ordered a $7 milk with a hint of tea. The whole cup is white with bubble, I can barely tasted any tea flavor. read more

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This place is delicious. Authentic and wonderful atmosphere. I have ordered from here a lot and I was finally able to eat there in person. I'm SO glad this is in the neighborhood! read more

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The service was pretty quick and the cashier was friendly. The ramen was very flavorful and tasted great.

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Reva R.

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DELICIOUS RAMEN AND BUBBLE TEA TODAY-MY FIRST VISIT, WITH MANY MORE VISITS HERE IN THE FUTURE, FOR SURE! PRONOUNCED: YOI, as in just put a Y-sound in front of OY!! Spelled YOI. Directly across from the AMC Kips Bay Movie theatre ON Second Ave, near 33rd Street--I just enjoyed a generous-sized CHICKEN RAMEN, and a Black sugar Milk Tea. TOTALLY GREAT MEAL!!! See my photos, please. Very nice staff. The chicken broth was delicious along with sliced white meat chicken, and the seasoned egg was PERFECTION!!! Martha Stewart would be proud ...for those who have her very first Entertaining book, with an easy tea egg recipe; altho the yummy egg in my CHICKEN RAMEN, was marinated in soy sauce, it really gave just the PERFECT added hint of seasoning, truly, the egg was perfection, with a creamy yolk. See my photos. My CHICKEN RAMEN ($17) also had plenty of wonderful ramen noodles, fresh corn, scallions, seaweed/Nori, bamboo shoots, and more. I enjoyed all of it. Even pouring the last bit of broth into my wonderful ladle-like large black spoon. This was all delicious. My Black Sugar Milk Tea was great ($7), and it is in a nice, tall and slender, reusable, covered cup, enabling me to shake the tea several times. I can even use this when I'm home to mix a breakfast drink. Win-win!! I shall keep YOI Ramen & Tea in mind whenever I'm going to the Kips Bay AMC movie theatre right across the street, or for any medical visits at NYU LANGONE Medical Center on First Ave/33rd Street. The UNISEX bathroom was clean and spacious. It just needs a few hooks in the back of the door for a tote bag/purse and jacket or coat. I'm told they plan to put hooks there. YOI has been open about 6 months. There are 2 tables to seat 4, and 2 tables to seat 2, PLUS About 9 additional stool-seating against the wall. Yes, you should enjoy some RAMEN AND TEA HERE, along with some appetizers, too. Next time, I look forward to trying the appetizer chicken karaage (fried chicken) and some dumplings or edamame. Oh!!--I even see DESSERT on the menu--Mochi Ice Cream 2 PCs) in green tea, vanilla, strawberry) $7. I will definitely be back!!! read more

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YOI Ramen & Tea - Delicious Chicken Ramen ($17) Oct 2022 - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

YOI Ramen & Tea - My Black Sugar Milk Tea-great!! ($7). Nice reusable tall slender cup - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

YOI Ramen & Tea - Delicious Chicken Ramen ($17) Oct 2022. Love the ladle spoon, too!! - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

YOI Ramen & Tea - Delicious Chicken Ramen ($17) Oct 2022. Lots of yummy noodles, too! - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

YOI Ramen & Tea - Delicious Chicken Ramen ($17) Oct 2022. Great!!! - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

YOI Ramen & Tea - Delicious Chicken Ramen ($17) Oct 2022. Egg is deliciously lightly seasoned w/soy. Perfect!! - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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Without a doubt one of the best boba spots in the neighborhood. You can't go wrong with any of their drinks and everything is done well, but my personal go-to's are the fresh grape tea (SO refreshing and addicting) and the classic milk tea. read more

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Short review: Falsely advertised fresh taro and overpriced drinks. This is a new bubble tea spot (with ramen) across the street from another bubble tea spot Surreal (with ice cream) and they have some similarities. Both of them serve big portions of tea for high prices. The teas range from $6 (!) for a small unflavored to $9 for a mango durian concoction with all the large teas being 7 or 8 dollars. In short, not cheap. The picture outside show many fresh fruit teas including fresh taro which is one of my favorites. The outside photo is a milky white taro drink as in actual taro. I ordered the "fresh" taro which automatically comes with white bobo (or boba) but you can substitute for another type of boba or another topping which was $8 + tax. As per usual, I got no ice and less sugar. The drink came out pretty quickly and was unfortunately purple which means they use the hideous purple powder which means I paid a buck extra on top of overpriced tea for powder. The drink was as expected overly sweet even with less sweetness (I can't imagine how sweet it would be if I ordered regular) and I couldn't taste the tea. The white boba had a pleasant chew but all of it was on the bottom so likely it was all stuck together. All around a not so good beverage. I usually wouldn't complain but this dumb tea was more expensive than the fresh fruit teas for no reason outside of false advertising. Another person mentioned that they were asked about using fresh taro instead and if this is the actual case, I heard nothing of the sort and I would have much preferred being asked over getting this junk. It almost feels like I am getting ripped off even more if I had to ask for fresh taro secretly. If you have fresh taro, don't use powder or at least charge different prices for taro milk tea and fresh taro milk. Low 2. read more

YOI Ramen & Tea - "Fresh" taro with bobo. $8. Fresh powder you mean. - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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My brother often raves about how delicious the ramen is here (it's next to his work) and it took a bit of convincing since the interior has a casual, food court vibe- $14.99 lunch special ramen+boba. Wow, the flavors remind me of my neighborhood ramen shop in Taiwan... I'm glad I decided to come! The service was casual but the lady was nice! read more

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Albert A.

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Came here after work for a quick meal on a weekday. Quick and easy, this place is pretty solid. The space has ample seating for groups of 4. Gyu Don - Juicy beef over rice is always great. The flavor soaks right into the rice. I wish there was more variety of flavor in this dish (maybe an optional sauce or something), but it was still good and hit the spot. Value: 4/5 Quality: 4/5 Quantity: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 read more

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Robert C.

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Great spicy ramen. Nice little place to eat in and very friendly vibe. Would come here again to try some of the other menu items.

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Rajeev L.

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Fresh made tea with real fruit. They are a bit more expensive than other bubble tea places. I went there during lunch time and was surprised to see the place empty given they also do Ramen. I ordered my drink with no sugar the way I usually do with other places because the fruit syrup is usually plenty sweet as is the boba. The woman behind the counter warned me that the drink may not be sweet, but I went ahead anyway. I should have listened to her as it was not sweet. That's my fault, not theirs. read more

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Sharon J.

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Pretty good bubble tea but a little overpriced. I got the grapefruit one which was like a grapefruit juice with a lot of pulp and it wasn't super sweet, all of which were to my liking. The fresh grape one my boyfriend got was a little confusing with cheese foam, tea, jelly pieces and also grape inside. These drinks looks pretty but I think they aren't reaching their full potential as a tea shop. Good if you're craving tea in the area though! read more

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Tanaz P.

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Yes to milk tea, maybe to ramen, no to rice bowl... Also Spicy edamame & gyoza v good! Teriyaki was tasteless and lacked enough sauce but was fresh. Ramen was about average - go elsewhere. The milk teas are v good! Service needs work - she was "scary". The ambiance is like a cafeteria read more

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Adrienne R.

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I can't even explain the way I felt while eating this delicious ramen bowl. The flavors all complemented each other. I wish they were here in Jacksonville FL read more

YOI Ramen & Tea - A7. Chicken Karaage - this was so delicious and tender. - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

YOI Ramen & Tea - A. Classic Tonkotsu Ramen (not submerged in broth because I added extra noodles, extra Naruto with added Seaweed. - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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Mike Z.

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Tried YOI for the ramen today, and was quite satisfied! The place is set up like a quick service restaurant, and the food took about 5 minutes to come out after ordering. I had the classic tonkatsu ramen, which hit all the right notes of umami flavor and texture. Will definitely be returning, especially to try the bubble teas, as they looked great from the other customers! read more

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Kips Bay is in dire need of more bubble tea options, so I was excited to see this place open! Perfect place to stop by before or after the movie theater. They specialize in fruit drinks. I tried the passion fruit green tea on my first visit and enjoyed it. Unfortunately, they do not have any nondairy milk options for their milk teas. They also do not have any vegetarian ramen options. read more

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Got classic tonkotsu ramen. Delicious! Great value and good ingredients. Coming back for sure! read more

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Kleyr E.

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I have been to this place a couple of time, its the closest korean food in my area, Great food, small place good for grab and go! Attentant is quick, attentive. read more

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We stopped here for a quick lunch before catching a movie at the amc across the street. Tonkatsu ramen was good, but i wasn't a big fan of the soy. We also tried a fruit tea which was good. Only downside is the prices felt a little high, especially the tea. read more

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Finally good ramen in Kips bay! I ordered the spicy ramen to go and the karaage chicken and it was everything I needed. The way the ramen is packed to go is brilliant with the soup being separated from the noodle and filling so when you get home everything fits together perfectly! Definitely must visit! read more

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Omggg ordered Karage app and spicy miso ramen for delivery. Karage was amazing very close to what I've had in Japan. Will update review with ramen read more

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Rafia R.

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Stopped by here on a Saturday evening because I was craving something sweet and fresh. Shop was empty around 5:30 pm, I'm assuming it's probably because it's not very popular. My brother and I got the grapefruit tea and my boyfriend got the Thai milk tea. Both tasted fine, nothing fancy or special. Pricing was obviously expensive as is the case with most hip boba places. Also we personally all thought that the container of the tea was probably half the cost of the drink, it was so much extra unnecessary plastic. Almost felt bad discarding the container after we were finished. I wouldn't go out of my way to come back here unless nothing else was opened. read more

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Morgan H.

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Went in on a freezing Christmas Eve with my bestie and happy we found it. I got the Yoi spicy miso ramen and it hit the spot. It had a slight after taste but because of the spicy it didn't turn me from my meal read more

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Food and specialty drinks are the best here. You can't go wrong with any Ramen dish. Two thumbs up read more

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Ivan M.

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I always pick up from this place. Above average ramen and rice bowl place, decent amount of items but a relatively small menu. A few rice rice bowls, a few different types of ramen and appetizers. I always order pick up from here and they are always very fast and package everything well. Never any spills. Both noodles have great texture. I prefer the curly yellow noodles. If you are in the neighborhood it is definitely worth the trip. read more

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I live nearby and it's really nice that there's a new bubble tea and ramen place so close! Usually I walk to Koreatown for it. I got the fresh grape tea, which comes with cheese foam and white pearls (if I remember correctly), and also has real grape pieces in it. It was really good! Will definitely be trying out more of their menu. read more

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Kookie D.

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To be honest, I expected a lot but slightly was satisfied with what I ate. Ramen was pretty good but the broth left a bad taste in my mouth since I'm not too fond of pork broth. Pretty good toppings though, tender chasu, great veggies, and the soy sauce egg was amazing. Loved the salted edamame. Great place, just didn't like the porky broth but amazing find :) read more

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Jackeline B.

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Sadly have to deduct one star because I ordered the same drink and they didn't include the cheese foam it's supposed to come with (pictured in previous review). I was pretty disappointed because it's quite an expensive drink and I didn't realize it was missing until I got home. read more

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Ching H.

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This is my 2nd time here. Both times I ordered drinks. First time the Thai ice tea was weak... Watered down I guess. The second time I had the mango tea slush. The flavor was weak too. I'm guess less ingredients more ice. I think I know what my next time will be like if I choose to return. They do give generous amount of toppings when you order them. read more

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Tried them out for the first time today. They must have opened within the past couple of days. It was empty inside, but I hope that changes because I really enjoyed my lunch. I had tonkotsu ramen and it was excellent. The pork was really tender and the broth was rich and flavorful. The eggs were cooked perfectly. Everything was just right. I look forward to trying the rest of the menu. read more

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Well what can I say: the ramen delivered on the price point but didn't wow me I will def come here again and try out the donburi Also I didn't order the boba but wow $7 boba??? This is my first real world experience with inflation read more

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Really yummy ramen. I got the pork miso and milk bubble tea. It was fairly priced and used good serving ware. Not the most sit down friendly; there's only a few tables with not so comfy chairs. But service was quick and the twinkly lights and cacti around were nice touches. read more

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Good boba pearls, tea itself is just ok. Shoyu ramen has no flavor, very watery. Lots of toppings but they are meh.

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Ordered ramen for takeout today. The place opens noon on Sundays. Service was very quick. The classic tonkotsu was an excellent deal for $16 plus tax including whole egg, menma, kirkurage and Scallions. There were 3 pieces of pork chasu. The only negative was the tonkotsu broth although milky in color was not very flavorful. read more

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Favorite place to go for lunch. Been going a couple times a week for the past year or so and have never had a problem with my food/meal.

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Consistent tonkotsu ramen with porky broth and large pieces of chashu. All the toppings are included in the ramen as well, so you don't need to add much. The delivery and takeout packaging quality is also top notch. read more

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Ordered the Classic Tonkotsu Ramen and the Curry Chicken Katsu Don for pickup. Both dishes were amazing! I would definitely order from here again. read more

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Excited for this tea shop in the neighborhood. The Golden pineapple tea is delicious made with fresh pineapple! I'll be back to try other items on menu! read more

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573 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10016
Kips Bay, Midtown East
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(917) 388-2808
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Hours

What time does YOI Ramen & Tea open?

YOI Ramen & Tea opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does YOI Ramen & Tea close?

YOI Ramen & Tea closes at 9:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM

Payment methods

Does YOI Ramen & Tea take credit cards?

Yes, YOI Ramen & Tea takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does YOI Ramen & Tea have catering options?

Yes, YOI Ramen & Tea does have catering options.

Does YOI Ramen & Tea have a drive thru?

No, YOI Ramen & Tea does not have a drive thru.

Does YOI Ramen & Tea have a happy hour?

Yes, YOI Ramen & Tea has a happy hour.

Does YOI Ramen & Tea serve alcohol?

No, YOI Ramen & Tea does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does YOI Ramen & Tea allow dogs?

Yes, YOI Ramen & Tea allows dogs.

Does YOI Ramen & Tea have TVs?

Yes, YOI Ramen & Tea has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does YOI Ramen & Tea have bike parking?

Yes, YOI Ramen & Tea has bike parking.

Does YOI Ramen & Tea have outdoor seating?

No, YOI Ramen & Tea does not have outdoor seating options.

Does YOI Ramen & Tea have parking?

Yes, YOI Ramen & Tea has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is YOI Ramen & Tea wheelchair accessible?

Yes, YOI Ramen & Tea is wheelchair accessible.

Does YOI Ramen & Tea have free WiFi?

No, YOI Ramen & Tea does not have free WiFi.

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The ramen was absolutely incredible! There was a bit of a wait, which is always a good sign that…read morethe place is good. Staff was also friendly. Very unique experience. Ambiance was great, it felt like you were in a different country!

Unfortunately, my experience at here at Kyuramen was disappointing. I was looking forward to trying…read morethe Yin Yang ramen, but the service really overshadowed the meal. I have a shrimp allergy and politely asked if the shrimp tempura could be substituted. The server immediately said no, without offering any alternative or showing much concern. He said I can remove it myself. I said so let the shrimp inside the bowl for me to remove? WTH. For a restaurant, especially one serving customizable ramen dishes, with a allergy list post on the wall by the counter where I sat at B1, a little flexibility or empathy toward food allergies would go a long way. The interaction felt dismissive and unwelcoming, which made the overall dining experience uncomfortable. Customer service matters just as much as the food, and sadly this visit fell short. The smashed cucumber was good. Spicy dumpling was good. Ramen broth was light, not as rich or flavorful as others. There are so many good ramen places in NYC, this Chinese Ramen place has lot of room to improve.

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(9A) Original Chicken Ramen

Kin Ramen

4.5(707 reviews)

1.5 mi•Midtown West

•$$$

Kin Ramen is such a charming place to enjoy a bowl of hot noodles. Made to feel like you're…read moretransported to an old Japanese village, this restaurant boasts bamboo panels and clay-tiled roofs with kabuki masks and paper lanterns adorning the walls. But Kin Ramen isn't just all style and no substance. The food, too, was just as delightful as the decor. The buta bara, marinated pork belly stuffed with scallions, was wonderfully meaty and perfectly charred. It was a great dish to start. The pork chashu was creamy, the noodles had a good chew, the yolk on that boiled egg was expertly firm yet gooey. This is certainly a great date-night spot paired with an evening at the Moma. I'd come here again, and if I were hosting out-of-state guests hankering for a bowl of hot ramen, I'd definitely take them here.

The decor was so cute here! It feels like you're eating at a true ramen shop in the heart of Japan…read more The seats were quite close to each other so you could hear the conversations next to you, but the lively atmosphere makes it cozy. They provide crates for you to place your belongings by your table. Our food came quickly and the service was great. They greet you in Japanese as soon as you walk in the door. As for the ramen, it was tasty, but it wasn't the best ramen I've ever had. Have I had cheaper ramen for better taste? Definitely. Is it still worth coming to try and enjoying the atmosphere? Absolutely. If you want a clean broth, this is the place to go.

Second floor dining

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AGEDASHI TOFU

Kajiken

4.5(220 reviews)

0.8 mi•Midtown West

Fresh off a Japan trip earlier this month so you know my mood is somber. This was my first time…read morestepping into a ramen joint since then, because I'm now prepared to always be disappointed now that I'm no longer trying it from the source. First of all, I LOVE the ambience and the paper lantern decor here. Took me right back to those neon streets. The staff are polite and patient; one of them even picked up my phone for me after I dropped it mid-meal. During my trip, I was converted to a soba-lover, and while I don't think this is true soba here, they have "abura soba", what they describe as a "soupless ramen" (with a thicker noodle) which I was drawn to. I got the basic one with chashu, and my, it was DELICIOUS! I was so entranced I caught myself wanting to slightly bow with an "Arigatougozaimasu" and a "Gochisousama desu" on the way out! The noodles and the saucy base were DELICIOUS. My friend found it a bit oily, but I love thicker, richer ramen bases so I savored it. We lingered and loafed during our meal and the staff did not rush us once. :) Will definitely be returning!

I ordered the tonkotsu and takoyaki. The takoyaki was really good. Perfect consistency…read more The ramen was eh. The bamboo shoots weren't the best texture. The noodles were just okay, don't think they held up the flavor of the ramen well. I wish they had an option for real chili rather than just the oil. Broth was okay but wasn't as savory as some ramens I've had. Usually I'm wanting to finish every drop of my broth and this one wasn't it. The winner was definitely the takoyaki. I did like they were playing Justin Bieber and the decor was cute. Looks like a quick spot for ramen and late night chill vibes, at 10:30pm on a Sunday night it definitely had a younger crowd.

1.5 mi•Theater District, Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen

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Niku Miso Noodle

IPPUDO Westside

4.2(4.2k reviews)

Private events

Kid friendly

A dear friend of ours, who has lived in New York for many years, suggested IPPUDO after sharing how…read moreit had become a tradition to bring his family here, and for good reason. Everything here is absolutely phenomenal. IPPUDO makes their noodles and broth on site, and those details make all the difference. The ambience is relaxed and inviting. A great way to enjoy a great meal at your pace. We showed for lunch on a Monday afternoon, and were seated and served very quickly. Our server was very engaged, and took good care of us. For starters we had the edamame and pork buns. The edamame was wonderfully garlicky, and the pork buns were simply bite sized pieces of joy between two doughy pillows. As a main meal, I ordered the Karaka Spicy ramen. It had the perfect amount of spice, and extra noodles were complimentary. I had mine with a poached egg, which blended in seamlessly with all the savory textures and flavors. While the bowl seemed almost overwhelmingly large, it was easy to enjoy in full because of how delicious it was. I've had a fair share of ramen dishes, and IPPUDO is right up there with the best.

5.0 / 5.0 A "Jiro-style" Ramen Known Only to Insiders…read more Available as a secret menu item at Ippudo, KURO-OBI is an irresistible treat for any ramen enthusiast. The rich combination of garlic and pork back fat pairs perfectly with the noodles, creating a delicious bowl that is simply impossible to stop eating. You can choose your Noodle Portion from Small (120g), Regular (200g), Large (300g), or Extra Large (500g* +$3). For the Fat Level, you can select from None, Less, Regular, Mashi (Extra), or Mashi Mashi (Ultra). Similarly, the Vegetable Portion can be customized to None, Less, Regular, Mashi (Extra), or Mashi Mashi (Ultra). It's also great that you can personally adjust the amount of garlic and spiciness to your liking after your order arrives! The interior is spacious, featuring both table seating and counter seats. The restrooms are also clean. The staff members are also very kind and thoughtful. Just be careful--there is a slight step right at the entrance!

1.5 mi•Hell's Kitchen, Midtown West, Theater District

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Kohoku-Ku Ramen

4.4(420 reviews)

There are a few ramen options in Hells Kitchen and Kohoku-Ku is a welcomed establishment. It…read moreprovides the necessary competition to enable great ramen dishes. The ramen was pretty good but what stands out is the price you pay for what you get. Inside Kohoku-Ku is beautiful, the decor is nice. Feels very intentional and cozy.

I finally made it here after walking by so many times and seeing a line out the door -- and now I…read moreunderstand why. We ordered a few things to share. The Kara Age ($8), boneless fried chicken with spicy mayo, was super tender and full of flavor. I especially loved the spicy mayo -- it really made the dish. The Takoyaki ($6) is a must-try. Perfectly seasoned and soft inside, they basically melt in your mouth. I'd order this again without hesitation. For ramen, I had the Kumamoto Ramen ($18). The thin white noodles were great, and I appreciated the lighter, more delicate broth -- not overly salty like some other ramen spots. I was hoping for a bit more shishito (I only got one!), but overall it was comforting and well balanced. It's a very small space with a cozy vibe, which adds to the charm. Definitely a place I'd return to.

1.4 mi•Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen, Theater District

Very Japanese place

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Kyoto beer

EAK Ramen

4.2(371 reviews)

Kitchen open late

Vegan friendly

Stopped by on cold night. Had the Oh So Hot Ramen which hit the spot. Spicy but not overwhelming,…read moretasty broth and perfect noodle texture.

I was in the city, and wanted a quick bite to eat, so I dropped by EAK Ramen. It was not crowded,…read moreand I was able to get served within 10 minutes. The tables, floors, and bathrooms were all very clean. This will be short and sweet. I ordered the Shrimp Bao. It was very good. The shrimp was crispy and tasty, but I think there should be 2 per order. One was not enough. 5/5 for taste 1/5 for quantity. I also ordered the Oh So Hot ! Miso. This consisted of pork and chicken broth, spicy ground chicken, spinach, bean sprouts, cabbage, and nori. I ordered it spicy, but I should have gotten it hot instead. I like spicy food, and the spicy needed more kick to me. But it was delicious. 5/5 Til we eat again...

Oh So Hot Ramen

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Tofu Impossible Karaage

Zen Ramen & Sushi

4.5(3.5k reviews)

0.8 mi•Midtown West

Service was good and food was delicious! Great sushi! We had three happy hour sushi rolls and were…read morevery satisfied.

Been here many times for a quick lunch /dinner and quality is always solid…read more Can't go wrong with the bento box or the Spicy Tonkotsu 10/10 The plum wine paired with it chefs kiss

1.6 mi•Theater District, Hell's Kitchen, Midtown West

Sushi bar from top level view

Crazy salmon roll was sooo delicious! I was told it's their #1 roll and it was totally right!

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Cucumber Roll Tuna Cucumber Roll

Toribro Ramen

4.4(187 reviews)

Cozy no-frills ramen bar near the theater district. I enjoyed a delicious, balanced bowl of Paitan…read moreramen ($19). No complaints, except that I guess I prefer Tonkostu (pork bone) over Paitan (chicken bone). I appreciated sitting at the bar to watch the lone ramen monger stir around the next batches of broth, hand-torching some chashu; boiling, whip-drying, and gently nestling my noodles, then manually laying out the toppings. The dish feels real, personal.

Toribro Ramen exceeded my expectations because the pork is even better now than it ever was at…read moreTotto Ramen! If you loved Totto's spicy paitan ramen like I did, look no further because Toribro has what you need. I only wish they offered the super spicy ramen with chili oil on the side like the good old days, but the standard spicy packs a punch too! The regular size ramen was plenty, but don't let that stop you from trying the decadent Mega with all of the toppings. The food came out hot and fast too, so my table of two was in and out in less than 45 minutes easily. The menu is pretty straightforward with few choices that are all delicious - a perfect spot for the quintessential quick bite and a fair price to match. Vibe-wise, this place is a true hole in the wall with steps leading down from street level into a basement. The inside is packed and intimate so I'd come with a small party such as a friend or a date who's into good food. There was no line when I visited on a Sunday at opening time, but it got packed quickly so be prepared to wait on the sidewalk or arrive at noon. As someone who's moved out of NYC years ago, I made an effort to visit Totto Ramen every time I come back and now Toribro has taken that spot in my itinerary.