Ippudo NY

I only give 3 stars to Ippudo based on not a fan of ramen.
I don’t taste any special about the broth, I’m sorry Ippudo fan
This time I tried the special Tao Ramen, with spicy broth, lime, charsu, cilantro and extra soft boiled egg.
Wait a minute, the hakata bun is indeed delicious

Been here only a handful of times but everytime was a great time! I love love love their peking duck appetizer. Crispy sweet duck w tasty sauce and and a lil veggie (idk what it is but it pairs well) wrapped btwn a nice and soft bun. YUM! I also really love their ramen. The noodles are nicely cooked and their soup base is very tasty. The only reason why i cant come as much as i’d like is becoe the wait is pretty ridiculous esp fri-​sun during dinner hrs. Id totally come wkdays tho ;)

solid meal. I’m positively stuffed! worth the hype, ehhhh. must say I’ve had much better ramen and pork buns (totto ramen or Santa ramen in San Mateo, ca) but if you’re new to the ramen scene you will probably like this place. unlike most ramen bars the restaurant is comfortably roomy and nicely decorated. great ambiance and attentive service. (really appreciated that, most places are so small, poorly ventilated and too cramped)
As for the food we started with the pork buns. they were good, loved the spicy kick and the sauce but toto ramen’s pork bun is far superior (they have the juicy fatty thick cha siu). For my ramen I got the classic hakata ramen with egg. solid broth and noodles but the pork was too dry and flavorless. To top it all off we got the bread pudding for dessert — yummy! had a nice kick of brandy. all their desserts are made by chickalicious.
Not worth longer than a 30 min wait, but nonetheless solid meal. Came here on a Monday night — 30mins!

Expensive, but VERY long queue to get seated.
I came with my parents and we waited a good 2 and a half hours for seating, but the service was great. They are not understaffed what so ever and staff are very friendly and helpful.
Pork buns were recommended to us, which were suppppper good. The ramen though were a bit disappointing, broth was very salty, I think it was rushed.
I would come here again when it’s not so crowded, maybe my food would taste better.

Wow, this is truly as good as it gets.
I tried Shiromaru Hakata Classic and Akamaru Modern from the ramen section. Both broths are flavorful and perfectly seasoned. The ramen here is just perfect. Honestly, I’m salivating at the thought of having it again. I personally prefer the Shiromaru over the latter, but I enjoyed both nonetheless.
The ramen is served really quickly. I only waited about seven minutes.
I dig the energy of this place. The servers seem very enthusiastic and I love that they chant every once in a while. It does get relatively loud so I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant if you’re looking for a quiet place to chat.
I had a fun experience here and I can’t wait to come back for more!

So I had the modern and the Karaka Men with a lunch box, and it was definitely good. I enjoyed the food very much. Not too oily and very savory without too much salt. I was satisfied but not impressed. Their ramen is good but it’s nothing to grovel over. Their pork buns though are pretty darn good. I cannot deny that to them they do their pork buns well and make their presentation very well, but beyond that, they are mediocre. Don’t get me wrong, this place is a definite must, and you won’t exactly be disappointed, but it’s nothing super exciting.

Every time I’ve been to Ippudo, I’ve been overwhelmingly… underwhelmed. Ippudo is solid, it’s good. 7000 reviews can’t be wrong. I just feel that for the price and the quality, I will never understand the hype Ippudo receives.
Perhaps it bothers me that in a city of so many good ramen options, Ippudo is the one I never stop hearing about. It’s as if people haven’t looked beyond the constantly-​packed and reviewed Totto and Ippudo. It would be different if NY had no other ramen options that were decent, but it definitely does. Ippudo is no longer the one good ramen shop in the city.
In terms of the ramen itself: I’m a fan of hakata style ramen, and the noodles here are perfectly hard and straight. The broth is also appropriately flavorful without having the overwhelming fattiness of other tonkotsu ramens. The soft-​boiled egg is close to perfectly done, which is awesome. However, it kills me that the chashu slices are so thin, tough, and meager in portion. Of the 2 or 3 slices I got, I didn’t even feel like finishing all of them (a position I rarely find myself in).
I know this is NY, but Ippudo’s prices irk me a bit as well. I have a very hard time justifying ~$ 20 ramen unless its worthy of that price, and IMHO, Ippudo isn’t. My recommendation is to try Ippudo if it’s an off-​peak time, but don’t wait something ridiculous like 2 hours for it. It’s good, but it has equals (and superiors).

Ippudo was my very first Ramen experience in New York. I remember trekking in a snow storm on a Tuesday night around 8pm and still having to wait over an hour for a table for 6 because no reservations were accepted. I have been back multiple times since, and the ramen is indeed delicious. But I would not rate this as the BEST ramen I’ve ever had — which is typically the hype for Ippudo.
Once inside you’re greeted by modern design, and a shout of welcome in Japanese. The atmosphere was very welcoming.
For appetizers, definitely get the pork buns as they are to die for. The pork-​to-​bun ratio was good and the pork itself was so tender and delicious.
Ramen: I’ve tried the Karaka Men ($ 15) and Akamaru Modern ($ 15), and usually add a boiled egg ($ 2) to complete the dish. If you like a little spiciness in your ramen — definitely try the Karaka Men. The soup base is the pork tonkotsu with mixed red spices blended together with garlic oil. Decent broth — not too heavy. The noodles were thin like angel hair and were cooked nicely, though I prefer a thicker noodle. You can get more noodles for an extra $ 2 if you are still hungry.
Prices are normal for a decent sit down meal in New York, but a little bit more expensive than other ramen establishments in the city. The service was fast and very efficient. They do a good job refilling waters. Not sure if it is worth all the hype — especially with a 2 hour wait on average, but it is still the most popular place to get good ramen in the city.

I suck. I went to New York back in October and haven’t had a chance to review anything until now.
I was really excited to try this place. I made my friend line up with me for Ippudo before it opened so we could beat the crowd. I even made her run a little because I was worried we’d get there after it opened (hehe, sorry Sue!).
Would it be weird to come back to Ippudo and only order their buns? This is a serious question. Cause although their ramen is delicious, their buns are even more delicious. YOU GOTTA GET THE HIRATA BUNS! I got the vegetable ones, which are eggplant, and they were perfect in every way. The crisp eggplant contrasting with the soft steamed bun. ugh, the texture combination is AMAZING.
Will be back if I’m ever in NY again, for dem bunz.

Ippudo is certainly a mainstay in the culinary landscape of Manhattan at this point, and it’s not just tourists and those unwilling to hop a 14 hour flight to Tokyo to try the real thing. Locals (gasp!) might even include them on a list of their top Japanese haunts in New York.
Yes, they’re known for their ramen and yes, it’s quite tasty… but the one thing you need so make sure ends up on your table is the pork buns. Of the many you can find in the city, from Flushing to the West Village, these might be some of my favorites. The pork belly is cooked perfectly, and the sweet notes help to counteract the fattiness of the protein. It’s up there with my favorite singular food items in town.
The wait is ludicrous, so use bad weather or lunch time as your ally for a nice bite without a lengthy queue.

Ippudo is by far the best ramen I’ve had in New York. Yes, it definitely lives up to the hype. Be prepared to wait. Luckily it’s right by St. Marks, so you can grab a drink while you wait.
Before the server seats you, the announce your arrival to the entire restaurant in Japanese. We ordered Pork Buns (Hirata Buns) and a Cucumber dish (Yamitsuki Goma Kyuri) to start. Both very very yummy. I ordered the Karaka-​men and added a poached egg and bamboo. It was so great! The broth wasn’t too thick like many other ramen I’ve tried and the noodles were perfect. Definitely recommend Ippudo!

WOW! WOW! WOW! Very very good ramen! I came here on a cold Saturday morning at 10:30am. There are several locations but at this one people start to line up around 10:40am on Saturdays. I suggest you come around that time. Once the restaurant opens up the line will move quick. It should be noted that the hostess will not seat you if your entire party is not there, even with a reservation. When i sat down, i quickly ordered the spicy ramen and a Pork Bun. First with the Pork Bun… It was cooked PERFECT and the flavors were great! I highly highly recommend this to anyone who comes here. Second the ramen. OH WOW, this is just amazing! YOU HAVE TO TRY IT! I would highly recommend Ippudo NY to anyone looking for great ramen!
I would rate Ippudo NY as follows: Food (non ramen) is 5 Stars, Ramen is 5 Stars, Price is 4 Stars, Service is 4 Stars and Atmosphere is 5 Stars.
The views expressed are of my own and are my true personal experience at this establishment. My personal experience may not reflect this actual establishment, their quality or someone else’s experience at the establishment.

2 pm on Saturday, lucky to be alone and the wait is a mere 10 minutes vs the 30 – 40 minutes for small parties. Paused for a moment before stirring the steaming bowl of Karaka– men as I take in the beautiful red tinged broth’s glorious aroma. A perfect lunch on a blustery day.
I find the entire staff here to be incredibly happy and pleasant. And I feel that it is genuine.
It must be wonderful to watch each customers face as they take in those first slurps off of that ladle sized spoon. Shear heaven.

Its true when they say ippudo is the best ramen in nyc!
The shiromatu hakata classic was so good. You can add on more toppings of your choice if you’d like to. My boyfriend got the akamaru modern and it was very good as well. The interior décor is so fun and cool too. Def will be returning and def worth the 40 min wait.

Welcome to the Studio 54 of Ramen Soup spots.
I arrived around 1:00 pm and was told it would be a 90-​minute wait. Meanwhile, Justin Timberlake music is blasting in the background and people are gathered around the lobby as if this was the hottest night club in NYC. It had me asking the question «Is Ramen the new Cocktail? Should I send a bowl of piping hot noodles to a cute girl by the bar?»
My friend joined me shortly after I made the reservation (super convenient because they text you when they’re ready for you). Thank god we didn’t have to stay there. We grabbed a drink half a block down the street and were texted once the table was ready.
This Ramen is definitely worth the wait (assuming you have nothing else to do).
I would throw away grandma’s chicken noodle soup and drink this when you’re sick. It’ll wake you up, make you feel better and have you getting out of bed to get some more at Studio 54… I mean Ippudo.

Never had Ramen before I know shame on me!
Fantastic service, delicious food, rice bowl with chicken us soooo delish! Ramen = good, the chicken broth with pork is absolutely delish! I’m going back for lunch again!

The portions are big and so tasty, maybe a little salty. There is always a HUGE line. Yes, you can get drinks at the bar, but be prepared to be squeezed in like the E train. I’m always starving by the time we sit down, so I think that it takes longer than I’d like. However, it’s not unbearable. They’re definitely not slacking off.
it can be a little loud and I wouldn’t recommend coming with a group. I’m not even sure that they can seat large parties.

Out of the many excellent ramen houses in NYC, Ippudo is still my favorite. The broth and noodle consistency are spot on. I usually get the akamaru modern. I love the pork buns here more than anywhere else. The place is spacious and has lots of different seating arrangements, unlike some more cramped, hole in the wall places in the city.
Especially if you’re just visiting NYC and looking to try a good ramen place, this is the place you need to go. Totto Ramen runs in as a close second. Happy slurping!

Worth the wait (although we got lucky and only waited 35 mins on a Tuesday night). Service and ambience is impeccable. What really set this place apart for me was that the tables were not crowded together like other restaurants. They were relatively big and had plenty of space in between them.
Food wise, the karaka men was just delicious. The classic ramen and the pork special were also really tasty. We finished everything — also because they don’t give takeout containers. For dessert we had bread pudding, which I didn’t love but was a nice sweet ending to the meal.

What can one say about Ippudo that hasn’t been said before — NOTHING. it’s the best ramen joint in Manhattan in my opinion. Their shishito peppers are my absolute favorite, the Yuzu salt is to die for. I am sure they have great drinks, there is always that perfectly coiffured beer I see people having, but I always save my stomach space for the yummy broth, I don’t ever have beer or even water unless absolutely necessary. Their specials are mostly inventive and always yummy. My absolute favorite ramen is the spicy pork one, the name is Karaka — men I think. I like the fact that my veggie friends love the Ramen here, everywhere else not so much. Add an egg, the soft boiled seasoned variety and the have some of the yummy spicy paste, you won’t be sorry. I have been here so many times but have never tried the desserts. If I could eat here everyday I would. Sigh !
The service is always friendly and prompt and the prices are right. One of those Manhattan places that has achieved cult status. Try it !

I’ve been to Ippudo several times (even the one in Tokyo!), and went just last night because I was getting cravings for some good ramen…
My boyfriend came with me, and when I described the broth (pork), he immediately said he’d just get pizza on the way back (he’s super duper picky). There was a 1 hour wait, which isn’t unusual but still… on a Sunday night? We waited at a nearby Irish Pub and were texted in an hour later.
My boyfriend, who is probably the pickiest eater on this planet, decided to try to the tonkatsu broth! We started off with the chicken buns (I usually get pork but my bf…) which weren’t bad! Very flavorful, sweet and especially spicy. We both ordered the Akamaru Modern which was as good as it always is. I of course finished my entire bowl, and my boyfriend did so surprisingly as well!
If my boyfriend, who doesn’t eat fish, can barely eat pork, and likes his chicken thin and over-​cooked, wolfed down his entire bowl… it’s gotta be good. Ippudo is hands down my favorite ramen joint on this planet! I’d eat it every day if it wasn’t so fattening!

For starters, we ordered the pork buns. Wonderful. Tender, flavorful, hint of spice, mayonnaise was just the right amount. One of the best pork buns I’ve ever had and I’ve tried several all over the states.
For ramen, went with the Akamaru Ramen. Tasty broth. Eggs cooked well. Honestly, it’s very good ramen, but not on my top 5 list. They were also a little stingy on the pork. About 3 thin slices. They had a tsukemen option which I really wanted to try but on my first visit, wanted to try their more traditional fare.
Also ordered their cold Dassai Sake. Very good sake. Not sweet, a little dry, incredibly smooth.
For dessert, ordered the ‘Lady M’ matcha cream crêpe layered cake. Silky smooth texture and absolutely beautiful taste. $ 11 but worth it. Not too sweet either which is how I like my desserts. More semi-​sweet.
I really enjoyed the ambience of the restaurant. Didn’t enjoy the wait but they will text you when your table’s open. It was about an hour wait at around 4pm! I’d recommend arriving early, ask for a table, then have a drink or coffee nearby while you wait.

This is my favorite Ramen place in Manhattan! If you’re deciding to come here or Totto Ramen, think about what kind of broth you like because they is what makes the difference. Ippudo NY is more pork based Ramen whereas Totto has chicken broth ramen.
I usually come with 2 to 4 people and wait about an hour during dinner. They have a bar you can order apps and drinks while you wait. Definitely go to is the Hirata Pork Buns which comes in two. It has perfect amount of pork and pork fat which is tender, juicy and an iceberg lettuce which serves the crunch.
My go to ramen that I order is the Akara Modern $ 16 and I add Bakudan on the side (Spicy Chili Paste). Most ramen usually include an egg, but this place does not! You must order your egg if you want a hard boiled egg.
Best part is if you’re a big eater like me, you can order extra noodle for $ 2

Ippudo’s ramen is as good as everyone says. We didn’t have to wait very long on a Saturday around 6PM. They sat us a communal table that looked like a giant tree trunk. It was in the back near the open kitchen, which I enjoyed, because I enjoy watching chefs do their thing. The place is dimly lit with interesting décor, and buzzing with conversation. It would have been perfect for me if they had some thick noodle options. But their thin noodles aren’t bad. Their broth is the best part of every bowl. The cocktails are reasonably priced too.
Samurai Cocktail ($ 8) — sake, gin, apple juice: sweet & refreshing
Akamaru Modern ($ 15) — «Tonkotsu» pork soup noodles with «Umami Dama» miso paste, chashu, cabbage, kikurage mushrooms, scallions, fragrant garlic oil:
The broth is rich on its own, and even more elevated once you mix in the miso paste. The chashu could be a little more tender. The thin silky noodles go great with the broth even though I prefer the thicker kind of noodles.
Shiromaru Hakata Classic ($ 15) — «Tonkotsu» pork soup noodles with chashu, kikurage mushrooms, menma, pickled ginger, scallions:
This broth is also amazing, almost a rich, milky consistency. The chashu in this bowl was also a little dry. The menma, or fermented bamboo, was delicious. I couldn’t help but think it would be even more amazing with thick noodles.
Though delicious, the ramen here is pretty expensive. They are $ 15 per bowl and $ 2 to add an egg. It is still great food with good service in a rather large ramen venue.

Ippudo has ruined every other ramen place for me in DC. Thanks for the memories Ippudo!
If you haven’t heard or read a million reviews yet — this place is a Mecca for ramen. You really can’t go wrong with any dishes here including the vegetarian bowl.
However, you may get a few gray hairs growing in while waiting in line for a table because it is CRAZY crowded. Obviously it’s busy for a reason and it will not disappoint! Trust me on this one!

This is more of a 3.5 stars.
This is a must try when you’re in New York! Its as authentic as it can get. I’ve had ramen at other places before but this has got to be the most I’ve paid for it. $ 15. (I’m used to paying about $ 9 or $ 10)
I heard stories about how crazy busy it gets so my friends & I decided to go for lunch & we got seated right away! Mainly all of the tables are community tables. There are private booths but that’s only if you have a party of 5 or more. I had to remove 1 star because I’m not too fond of community tables. I felt it was a little too crowded & I couldn’t hear conversations with my friends due to hearing the people next to us.
I ordered the classic ramen & I have to say it was probably the best ramen I’ve ever had! The broth was so flavorful I find myself drinking the soup instead than eating the noodles. Although, it was pretty greasy & oily but that’s where all the flavors is at! Although, I did not like the texture of the noodles too much. It was really thin (like spaghetti noodles) & hard to chew. I’m use to eating fatter ramen noodles & that are really soft. But it wasn’t a big factor IMO cos the soup made up for it. This place doesn’t have corn either! I love adding corn into my ramen & I was pretty disappointed that they didn’t have any.
Customer service was nothing too special. When we needed something our waitress would help us right away, but she never came by to ask us if we needed anything or if everything was okay.

Une ambiance très ‘hype’ et une nourriture de grande qualité à prix raisonnable. Ça vaut le détour.

Ippudo NY is a very hip ramen noodle place conveniently located on 4^th Ave and 10^th St, so you can expect a line out the door pretty much every night. The décor wasn’t something you see in a typical ramen establishment; it was very modern and catered to a younger crowd. Most of the ramen restaurants I’ve been to are occupied by old men, groups of drunk Japanese dudes, and families. As for the staff, they were very friendly and the service did their best to make sure we were seated immediately.
I’ve been hearing about this place for quite some time, so allow me to break down my ramen bowl for you. For the noodles, I like the hard «al dente» texture of ramen because that is my preference, but they have an extensive menu selection to meet all tastes. Their options extends to other dishes besides noodles, so appetizers like the pork buns are always encouraged to make the most out of your meal. The broth was flavorful and it was not particularly salty, but it was a little fattening for my taste. The price is outrageously expensive for a bowl of ramen ($ 16 — $ 20). I guess you’re paying for the ambience and the noise, and not so much the quality of food.
All in all, there are many other ramen restaurants around the New York City area, and I will continue to search for that perfect bowl of Tonkotsu ramen.

I came back to NYC with my boyfriend in October and this update (+1 more star!!) is long overdue. We went TWICE during our 7 day visit.
+ Japanese whisky ya’ll — there’s always a wait BUT don’t worry, there’s a bar that offers more than beer and house sake. :) Shoutout to the awesome bartender who hooked up my boyfriend and me with birthday shots! You’re awesome.
+ CHICKEN buns — I liked the pork buns. but I L O V E D the chicken buns.
+ RAMEN — contrary to my belief, the best ramen offered is NOT the first one listed on the menu. **BEST ADVICE from our waiter & verified by boyfriend and me: If you not into spicy food order the akamaru modern and if you are into spicy food, order the Karaka-​men. YOU’RE WELCOME! Enjoy…**

My boyfriend brought me here for my 28^th birthday dinner to pop my ramen cherry (unless instant ramen counts?) and I couldn’t have been happier.
We had about an hour and half wait which wasn’t unbearable… given the almost 8000 reviews this place has you know it has to be worth every second. I don’t think I have anything additional to add but believe the hype– the chicken wings are amazing, the ramen is amazing, the service is amazing, my company was amazing, no qualms at all.

Yes, the reviews don’t lie. This place is yummy.
Tried to go 3 times and the line was redic first 2 times so we came back when they opened at 11am and there was already people lined up. Third time’s a charm!
We got seated right away and these people are hustlers. You can tell they know how to get people in and out quickly. Time is money after all. So expect fast and borderline pushy service.
They have 1 vegetarian ramen option w a shoyu (soy sauce) and wasabi base with chewy noodles. It was pretty good. You can add other things for about $ 2 more. And kae-​dama (more noodles) for $ 2.
So this tally can really add up. $ 20+ for 1 bowl of ramen ! To me, this is redic but I suppose it has that NYC upcharge.
Noodles were different in my ramen than my fiancés. Mine were thicker and more chewy and more traditional. If thats the way you prefer your noodles then you might want to request the ones that come with the vegetarian instead.
Also tried the shisito peppers which were good and some were pretty spicy.
Ambiance is pretty cool and would be good for a date or groups.
Don’t go during busy times and be prepared to spend the most you’ve ever had on ramen. Happy slurping!

A authentic Japanese restaurant run by their people. I heard people saying it as being a Western style but no. The only thing Not so Japanese about it is it is cleaner that what it should be like. And yeah, even Japanese costumer speaks English here.
Got the one with white soup. Couldn’t finish. Again, I got here early so no wait time. 15 minutes later the lobby was packed.
Reason for star down? No special for the fifth one

First Time. Came here during the lunch hour about 1pm.
Atmosphere:
Was hoping it wouldn’t be that crowded but I should have known that in NYC you’ll have to wait no matter where you go. Especially for good food. Amazing authentic Japanese décor. Small waiting area. Bathroom downstairs. Very nice partial open kitchen next to dining area. Great lighting. Lots of tables.
Food:
–Akamaru Modern
A more bold translation of the original pork broth; Ippudo’s secret Umami Dama paste, pork chashu, cabbage, sesame kikurage mushrooms, scallions, and fragrant garlic oil.
My fiancé and her sister tried this type out. Great presentation. Silky broth with comforting savory flavor. Meat was tender but only came with a couple slices. for more its an extra $ 3 =/​
–Karaka-​men
The original «Tonkotsu» pork broth with an added spicy kick; Ippudo’s special blend of hot spices, pork chashu, cabbage, sesame kikurage mushrooms, scallions, and fragrant garlic oil
my sis-in-law’s bf and i tried this. basically the same as the akamaru modern but with a kick of spiciness. had mine with a poached egg $ 2 (it was ok) not worth the $ 2.
–Chicken Karrage
seasoned and fried to perfection nice crunchy exterior with a tender bite.
broth was top notch. noodles were a thin in texture. not bad. expected a little more. toppings are expensive but ramen comes with a few.
Service:
Top notch. Food was brought out quite quickly considering a packed house for lunch. Waters were always filled. Great hostess up front. it was calculated for our table to be ready in about 30mins. So we decided to take a walk outside within 10mins we were given a call saying our table was ready. it’s quite cool that they contact you buy phone when your table is ready.
Overall:
Came here with high expectations. Great place. Great service. Authentic food. This place reminds me of a Ramen Spot in San Diego (Santouka) except that Santouka’s noodles are a little thicker and more dense. Toppings are quite expensive but definitely a place to try. 4 stars.

Hands down one of the best ramen spots in NYC. Ippudo NY does not take reservations but we were able to get seated after 10 minutes for two on Sunday. We were lucky because there is usually a swarm of people are outside the restaurant waiting to get seated. We sat on a communal table. Big groups should beware as it will be hard to get seated together.
Once you walk in, the staff yells out a loud welcoming greeting. You tend to get these greetings at the «real» Japanese joints.
Akamaru Modern $ 15.00 ($ 2.00 nitamago, $ 3.00 Takana) — The Tonkotsu pork broth is out of this world! The ingredients are fresh as well as its house-​made thin noodles. For an extra $ 2.00 you can add an extra serving of noodles by calling out «Kae-​Dama.» This was my original plan, but because the broth was so good, there was not much left for another serving of noodles.
Pork Hirata Buns $ 9.00 — Very savory, fatty, and tender pork buns. They were amazing – highly recommended!
It’s a bit pricey, but the experience was exceptional and authentic. Don’t let the crowd become an obstacle for Ramen heaven!

Good ramen.
Not sure if I can say anything else that hasn’t already been said. There’s a reason why this is one of the top ramen spots in the city.
Get the pork buns.

J’ai testé les buns, un au chicken et l’autre eggplant (aubergine). Ils etaient vraiment vraiment vraiment delicieux!!! Je n’ai pas mis 5 etoiles car c’etait vraiment cher… Nous avons payé plus de $ 20 pour juste 2 petits buns sans accompagnements. En fait c’est juste une entrée et c’est hors de prix… mais apparement c’est ce prix que vous paierez un peu partout a NY pour ce repas… donc a tester au moins une fois!

To go to Ramen place. Never disappointed. Bring time. Order pork and chicken buns. And ramen of course. Leave happy

Este es uno de los sitios de moda de New York. Como sabemos el grado de especialización de los restaurantes de la ciudad es muy alto, dada la gran competencia existente, y éste es uno de ellos. En este caso, especializado en Ramen.
Localización y ambiente
El local, situado en East Village, estaba rebosante… llegamos a las 7:30 y tuvimos que esperar un buen rato hasta que nos asignaron una mesa, aunque bueno, esto es algo habitual en Nueva York. Y cuando nos fuimos sobre las 10:00 el local aún estaba lleno o con un gran número de personas esperando por una mesa.
En tonos oscuros, la decoración es puramente asiática. Las mesas son muy amplias con bancos alrededor. El local me gustó mucho. Puntuación: 4.5
Cocina
Era la primera vez que probaba el Ramen, y ciertamente me gustó. El mismo se compone de tres elementos principales: los fideos, alargados y finos; la sopa; y el acompañamiento. De las distintas variedades me decanté por el Akamaru Ramen, con cerdo, repollo, champiñones, cebolleta y pasta miso… muy rico. Al principio me costó un poco adaptarme a comerlo con cuchara y palillos chinos, pero al final lo conseguí :)
Cuando se os acaben los fideos y aún tengáis sopa no olvidéis decir «Kae-​dama» al camarero y os traerá una nueva ración de fideos para que lo añadáis a la sopa y podáis continuar comiendo.
Antes del Ramen probamos el Tako Wasabi, un mini pulpo crudo en una salsa de wasabi fresco picado… me encanta probar cosas nuevas y esto era la primera vez que lo hacía… de sabor estaba bueno… la mezcla con wasabi me gustó mucho, aunque el pulpo me resulto un poquito duro, sobre todo algunas partes del mismo. Puntuación, 4.5
Bebidas
Como no podía ser de otra forma estando en un japonés, cenamos con Sake… del cual tienen una amplia variedad. Creo recordar que nos decantamos por el Shintaro… muy rico. Y por supuesto, como es habitual en Nueva York, los camareros estaban siempre atentos a mantenerte los vasos llenos de agua, lo cual agradezco y de lo que deberían tomar nota en España. Puntuación, 4.5
Servicio
Los camareros son muy activos y están siempre dispuestos a atenderte y mantener tu vaso lleno de agua. Puntuación, 4.0
Precio
Nosotros cenamos por unos 30 $, aunque acabamos completamente llenos, lo cual me pareció un buen precio. Puntuación 4.0
Si queréis tomar Ramen en NY, ésta es una excelente elección. Eso sí, no vayáis con mucha prisa porque os tocará esperar. Puntuación global, 4.5

L’ambiance de ce lieu peu sembler un peu spéciale mais elle est en fait juste typiquement japonaise. Les ramens en eux même sont très bons, j’en garde un très bon souvenir et j’y retournerais avec plaisir !
A tester si vous êtes un fan de ramen vous né serez pas déçu !

best ramen and buns ever!!! Un de mes restaurants favoris quand t arrives tu dois attendre au comptoir c est un peu long mais tu te prends ce cocktail deja et puis tu commandes la meilleur chose que tu n es jamais mangé! des buns! apres ils t appellent tu vas dans la salle y a toute la cuisine qui te dit bonjour en criant c est bizarre mais c est des japonnais. le restaut est trop beau et tu manges ton ramen (c est la soupe japonnaise) qui est clairememnt le meilleur ramen que tu mangeras a new york et certains dise meme que c est meilleur qu au japon. enfin il faut allé a ippudo si t es a new york