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1. JINYA Ramen Bar - Washington DC
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1756 reviews
Address: 1336 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30AM
Telephone: (202) 588-8560
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: https://www.jinyaramenbar.com/
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Amanda (WhatsDaHype): One of the best ramen restaurants in the area. I went to this location and the one in VA and they didn’t disappoint. Very flavorful and good portions given. The quality of the food is good too. I keep my bowl simple with the ingredients it comes with. One downside was the spicy bowl we ordered wasn’t spicy but it was still edible. Customer service was good. Parking is terrible but that’s DC, unfortunately.
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Nick H.: In my opinion one of the best ramen places in DC. I love coming here the service has always been great and have never had any complaints with the food. The space is pretty small and may seem a little cramped when they are busy but it is well worth it. Even the drinks they have are good too!
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Oliver Schaefer: The menu is pretty large. I had a ramen and Mochi ice. Both very good. Plus a nice local craft beer - perfect.Great food together with friendly service - what else do you need.
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Oil Suebsiri T.: Not the best but definitely above average quality of ramen dishes. Taste is rather authentic and the price is reasonable. A nice place for drinks too.
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Rubie: Food is absolutely AMAZING! It was so good!!! We ordered the California Poke Bowl, Shrimp Wonton Ramen, and the Pork Chashu Rice Bowl! They were all delicious Plus they served the food right away!
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Jay Lawson: One of the best Ramen places in DC. Sorry about the photos, I usually take better pics but I was in a rush because the food looked and smelled amazing! I truly wished my mouth was bigger! Their fried chicken appetizer was surprisingly good...who knew. My ramen was equally as better. Nice ambience. It was really chill. Definitely a spot worth visiting!
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cookiesncreme85: Ramen was delicious!My husband had the spicy pork and I had chicken(added tofu and the egg myself)I recommend the battered octopus and the Jinya sake sangria . Diego was a great server as well, very friendly. I would definitely go back.
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2. Haikan
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738 reviews
Address: 805 V St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 5PM
Telephone: (202) 299-1000
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: http://www.haikandc.com/
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Anna S: What a great experience at Haikan! From the friendly (and funny) team service, to the amazing ramen, everything was top notch. I had miso ramen with a spicy bomb and it was so delicious, but did pack a little heat, but I like that. The mochi was a great touch to end the meal! I typically don’t cover bathrooms, but this is the one area where this restaurant needs to improve. If my review was helpful, follow me and you’ll get updates about the places I visit! Thanks!
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Brianna Rogers: Very delicious. Had the spicy ramen and veggie ramen. They were both fantastic! The crab racoon was delicious as well as the surprise of the daily special the deviled eggs. Would definitely recommend.
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David Clitheroe: Best Ramen in DC! I love the ability to add whatever you like including bamboo, soft boiled eggs and pork belly. Filling for $35 out the door. Wayyy better than Toki Underground. Wayyy more authentic. Sapporo style ramen of which I’ve never actually had. I’ve been all over Japan except Hokkaido. So it was nice to experience this style for the first time!
Sam M: This is one of the better ramen spots in DC. I was here for a quick meal before going to the concert nearby. There were a lot of people in the restaurant and I didn’t make the reservation. I waited about 20 to 30 minutes before I was seated at the bar. I just ordered a shoyu ramen with the spice bomb. The Noodles were really cooked nicely and the broth was very flavorful. I really love how that wok fried the bean spouts. It really added a depth of flavor to ramen. Also, definitely get spice bomb for the ramen too. Staffs were really friendly and attentive! I highly recommend this place for some good ramen.
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Amanda Liaw: Nice vibes! We sat at the bar, which gave us a great view of the talented chefs. We ordered the fried calamari appetizer, which was alright, and the shoyu and shio ramens, which were nothing special but definitely solid! The small bowl looks small but was certainly filling for me. Overall, a good tasty dinner.
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Inkmakeart TV: This vegan ramen was absolutely delicious and the broth is so rich and flavorful you would forget it’s even vegan. We would have given 5 stars but the service was not up to par, they had the host being the server or reverse we have no clue. We weren’t given a name or told we are your server or host for the evening. So don’t expect 5 star service unless they change things up by the time you go. Definitely worth going just for the ramen though if you’re vegan looking for some phenomenal ramen. Changed to five star after we went back the next day and got greeted by a host and actually had a server and found out his name which was Marvin. Did a great job on the service, way better than the night before. The flavor of the ramen is consistent unlike some places where it might be different the next day, so that is definitely a plus. Check this place out if your ever in the Washington D.C. area.
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Ben Love: Andria was super attentative and friendly during our visit. As someone who has lived in Japan, the food was authentic and delicious. Everything here is the fill package. The matcha gin drink is MUST HAVE!.
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S. K. Hill: A very outstanding establishment with extremely great people working for it and good food. Yesterday, I ordered a Miso Ramen bowl and it had to be the best that I had in my life. Having been to Japan before, I felt like I was there again after eating at Haikan. During my visit, I would find that they actually import their noodles from Sapporo in northern Japan. That explains the greatness. Also, I love the glazed vegetables appetizer as well. All around, Haikan is GREAT place. Easily, it is my favorite Japanese restaurant in the states.
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3. Sakuramen Ramen Bar
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1180 reviews
Address: 2441 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 5:30PM
Telephone: (202) 656-5285
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: http://www.sakuramen.net/
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Chukwudi Osondu: Really solid ramen spot, I got the DC Miso Ramen with extra bamboo shoots and it really hit the spot but it was a bit light on the portion but I guess Ramen isn’t a super filling food to begin with. The restaurant itself is a little confusing to find, but it’s located underground and was a little humid, but that’s probably due more to the weather outside than the A/C inside. Would definitely come back!
Joanne E.: Best ramen in town. The owner was very friendy and helped us decide what to get. We wanted to try them all and we had no regrets. Jus a heads up, spicy is ranked 1 to 10(10 super spicy) ,a 5 is really spicy it would actually be a 7 or 8 in my book. But thats jus me. Loved all the food. Especially the kim chi which is the owners moms recipe😃
Naredeen Mikhaiel: My favorite ramen place in D.C.Raman is just perfect, and they are not shy with their portions. The appetizer buns are perfectly cooked, it just melts in your mouth. The service is excellent. The chief came outside and greeted us.
Kim Suh: I had this ramen 2 years ago and have been dreaming about the day that I could come back and have it again! The day is finally here. The noodles hear have an amazing bite, the broth here have a lot of body and the overall dish is actually spicy (not yt person spicy) overall would freaky recommend the place, 5 stars!
Rekisha Pootoon: The service here is amazing! They are quite accommodating to the customers. The ramen was delicious! Four stars: The mushrooms tasted as though marinated in soy sauce and placed on the buns… I expected a more flavored dish rather than just the overwhelming soy sauce taste.
Josh Gishi: One of the best ramen places in DC. The restaurant itself has a cool vibe and clear dividers between guests. The food was quick and delicious. It’s no Momofuko, but still pretty dang good. Pricing isn’t outrageous either.
John Davison: Excellent eats, key aspect of ramen being still chewy almost al dente aspect of noodles, the owner from korea has great awareness of many of the menus that power her various cultural integrations. Chosen Ramen - with ribeye at spice level 4 amazi g
4. Menya Hosaki
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208 reviews
Address: 845 Upshur St NW 1st Floor, Washington, DC 20011
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 5PM
Telephone: (301) 818-7650
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: https://www.menyahosakidc.com/
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Yuntian Lu: I really enjoyed the ramen - you can tell they homemade the broth from scratch and you can really taste all the umami flavor released from bones after getting boiled for long hours. There were not many options on the menu but they really specialized in making each single one of the ramen on the menu. We got the triple treat and spicy tonkotsu, and the broth was delicious and rich, but not greasy. My bf literally finished all the broth for the tonkotsu. The chicken karaage was also very juicy and well-seasoned, paired well with their yuzu mayo.
Ben Multak: Definitely a top ramen spot in the city. Incredibly flavorful broths with super delicious meat preparation in every bowl. You can watch them hand make all the noodles and their efforts definitely pay off. Doesn’t seem like you can really go wrong with anything on the menu which is kept simple but really well executed. This place is small but constantly packed and does not take reservations as far as I know. Just a virtual waitlist on Yelp.
Aashti Alam: I was so excited to try this resturant after waiting on the list for 1.5 hours! I can definitely tell you it was worth it. We started off with the chicken karaage with the Yuzu Mayo. The texture was so crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. I thoroughly enjoyed it and saved some for my Ramen as well! I ordered the Sunset Shoyu and the broth was just so flavorful! I finished the entire serving in one time because it did not disappoint. My sister order the Truffle Shoyu and My God! What a unique flavor! She found it a little bland to her taste but the broth was richly flavored. I have been trying to get into this place for a year now and I am so glad I got a chance. They have a selective menu (however, accommodating to vegans) but the taste and quality is TOP Notch! Please get on the waitlist (online) and try this spot! Highly recommended! Edit: You can also order takeout if seating is unavailable.
Michael Sewell: Best food we had on our tour of New England! Highly recommend the spicy ramen. Fantastic food and the hostess was very accommodating.
Sam Y.: The broth is impressively thick and flavorful. I didn’t like the ginger slices but I should have taken them out myself.
5. DAIKAYA Ramen Shop, DAIKAYA Izakaya
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4020 reviews
Address: 705 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30AM
Telephone: (202) 589-1600
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: http://www.daikaya.com/
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Niko Toscano: I was in DC for a concert and we wanted something good to eat so we looked up local spots. This one popped up and I am glad it did. The food was fast, the server was polite and explained the menu easily. The price was right and there was plenty of food. Next time I am in DC for an event I will definitely stop here again. Also, their spicy miso is delicious.
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Mohit Mehtaji: The place gets busy and they only take walk ins plus you must have everyone in your party to be seated. Has both an indoor and outdoor seating. The staff is friendly and service was quick. The server made to go over the menu and answer any questions. All of the broth except the veggie is made from a mixture or beef, pork and chicken so if you are a vegetarian the only option is the veggie option. The ramen itself was good, not something to die for and perhaps it’s because it was the veggie broth and not the regular broth.
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Jace J: Really enjoyed the ramen 🍜, honestly was excited to try the restaurant above once I seen the menu but it was closed. Food that knocks the cold off. The only reason this getting a two star and not at least 4 was because the meat smelt sickening ! Me and my friend didn’t care to indulge but the noodles and broth were hitting the spot ! Everything else was spot on
Marcelo Lopez Altamirano: Really good ramen! Food is served fast and this place is always busy. The style of ramen is different I believe Sapporo style, but the noodles were chewy and the broth was very tasteful.
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Christian Orlando: One of the best meals I have ever had. Our waiter Lucas was very knowledgeable and willing to talk about the entire menu. From the cocktails to the dessert it was an amazing experience. 10/10.
Kim Nguyen: Hands down the best ramen I’ve ever had. We came around 2 pm and was put on the waitlist for about 45 minutes. It was definitely worth the wait. We got seated by the kitchen bar and I was quite amazed of the organized, detailed, dedicated work of the chefs. We ordered the spicy miso and wow it was so divine. Two things that we didn’t like about our experience today. The spicy miso didn’t come with the nitamago egg. We had to order the additional egg on the side for $1.50. Our server forgot our order and didn’t check on us at all while we were at the bar. We waited another 45 minutes for the ramen (we had to ask her for our ramen after 35 minutes of waiting). The only reason I gave this a 5-star is because of the ramen quality. Will be back when we’re visiting DC in the future!
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C.: My favorite ramen spot in the District. Been here about five times. Friendly staff, high quality service. The menu is sufficient with options, but not overwhelmingly so. Not for vegetarians FYI. I love the taste of their various broths and the consistency of the noodles. They do a great job, regularly. Photo is of the shio ramen with extra ground pork, onsen egg, nitamago, and butter. The playlist is always on point, too! But not loud
India Lindsay: Not a ramen person but I loved this ramen! Cute casual lunch spot. Good quick service. Yummy food. Lots of outdoor seating. The miso ramen had a nice umami broth. They were able to accommodate gluten sensitivity by providing rice
thelonetravelercarl: Daikaya is a famous and one of the top 8 ramen restaurants in the DC area. So, I was a bit excited. When I got into the location, the place was jam-packed. But I was welcomed and got me a seat where I can see the staff on how they prepare the food. Then, the waitress handed me the menu and I chose the shio ramen. Unfortunately, they only do walk-ins and no reservation option. As I got my order, the shio ramen looked perfectly mouth-watering that I just want to dip in my soup spoon. When I tasted it, it was so good even though I found something missing from it but I still find it perfect. I enjoyed my food. The ambience was awesome coz I got to communicate with other customers. The restaurant was better with regard to customer service, food quality and almost everything.The waitresses were friendly and accommodating. When I finished eating, I saw the queue just outside the door of the restaurant. It only means that a lot of people love the food they serve. Overall dining experience in Daikaya was 5/5.
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6. Kofuku Ramen & Sushi
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375 reviews
Address: 815 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11AM
Telephone: (202) 842-5088
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: http://kofukudc.com/
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Inawis Neupane: We went here for some good Japanese food and we were not disappointed. It was a little expensive than the regular japanese places I have been to but the food was really good. I had Gyoza, sushi and ramen. There was very little to complain about.
Rachit Agarwal: Great tonkatsu ramen. First snow of the winter.. I was cold and hungry, walked into this place, and was so delighted. Surrounded by places that were closed because of the snow.. Kōfuku was open! Got the kofuku tonkatsu ramen to go and it was delicious :)
Rachel L: I have been craving sushi and stumbled upon this place. Our food came out very fast and it was pretty yummy. The sushi was fresh and the fried rice was delicious. It was quiet, clean and our server was kind. Not too pricey and actually decent sushi.
Donnell Lyons: Kofuku Ramen & Sushi, was a good experience. The ramen was good, the gyoza was great and the teriyaki chicken was outstanding. The place is small, but the ramen made you for it, but it needed more miso. Overall great food and customer service.
Chris Crocitta: This place requires two seperate reviews. The sushi is esquisite and delicious! The ramen not so much...it lacks flavor and pressence. Overall pretty good place, especially for the sushi. Very fresh and yummy
Thomas Corcoran: あなたの料理は私の子供時代を思い出させた I grew up over in Japan and this was spectacular. It took me back to my childhood. Service was great and server was exceptional. I had my meal modded to extra fish cakes and no egg. They had no problem doing it for me. The spicy miso broth was full bodied and the balance of spices masterful. When an inspired chef believes that they are creating edible works of gastronomic art... this is the quality and experience that results. Thank you. I will be back.
Randy Adam: This restaurant is not open to the public for eat in seating. It is also not occupied with employees.
7. RAMEN BY UZU
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101 reviews
Address: 1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11AM
Telephone: (301) 728-9858
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: https://www.uzu9dc.com/
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ESB NYC: Cute little Ramen stall with friendly service and some tasty options. I felt the flavors were authentic Japanese and the broth was delicious. I think my noodles may have been slightly undercooked but not enough to ruin my meal. Reasonably priced option for a quick bite at union market… I would try again.
Charley Varipapa: This is by far the best Ramen in the DMV. The bone broth is incredibly rich and bursting with flavor. Meat was render and delicious. UZU is the real deal!
Kia Beachum: The customer service was really nice, but the food is so bland. I’ve had great ramen in the DMV like Toki Underground and Ren’s Ramen… but this was so underwhelming. The chicken is pretty much boiled like I would for my dog. The ramen noodles are so thick. It also had a weird smell to it. I’m not sure if it’s the bamboo shoots or the mushrooms.
Shih-Chang Li: I had the Shoyu Ramen, the broth was great and rich taste. However I felt it had a bit more salty than the other Ramens that I had at different shops. I do like the fact that it was a Chicken broth though. Also, the portion was a bit smaller from the looks of it. Or it could just because it was in a smaller size bowl.
Toan Phan: Good ramen inside Union Street market. A bit hard to find.
Bruce Taylor: The ramen here is smooth, tasty and well textured. You get plenty in each bowl.
Allison Lau: Authentic and delicious ramen, plus the occassional okonomiyaki and tsukemen specials. Consistent quality in all my meals here. Try the pork buns too. Vegan ramen on Fridays (and they always sell out). Favorite place in Union Market!
Allan Elsberry: Ramen is pretty tasty and costs around $13 a bowl. The downside is that seating can be challenging at times. Also, one of my favorite parts of ramen is a soft boiled egg. Sadly, Uzu just cracks a raw egg in the hot broth, so you end of with a partially-cooked egg goo in your ramen instead.
Angela Davis: Good ramen! The broth flavor was good and rich, with satisfying toppings.
8. Oki Bowl @ Georgetown
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371 reviews
Address: 1608 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 12PM
Telephone: (202) 944-8661
Business type: Ramen restaurant
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Blake Arrington: Great unique ramen with a fun vibe If you want traditional ramen this might not be the place but they have a great spin on it with unique flavors Had the curry ramen which was very good. And the fried chicken was surprisingly crisp while bring in the ramen. The Miso ramen which is more traditional was very good Also enjoyed the spiked slushy The restaurant itself is very cute and the staff if kind. It is small so I would not recommend a big group I would definitely go back
Hui Huang: It’s obviously so good that I finished everything!!! If I can customize then I’d pick soft crab shell with egg in the oki ramen (coconut curry soup). Decorations are lovely in the store.
M Depp: A must visit whenever I’m in GTown, though I do miss their M street location - it had the most intricate birdhouses and tiny figurines all over the walls and ceiling. This location does a similar take on the birdhouse decor but more colorful. The ceiling has pretty in pink roses matching the rest of the vibrancy in the furniture and various patterns meshing together. The service is always great with a nice playlist vibing in the background. They have a new order and pay by phone system which was easy to use especially if you already know what you want. I always order the Oki curry ramen 🍜, I’ve yet to find anything like it elsewhere. If you can take a little spice, it’s an unforgettable dish IMO. Miso is second best if you’re not a chicken fan.
Camille DC: Food tastes good. I ordered the curry ramen and it is something new for me. My friend ordered chicken pop and says it’s a bit spicy for his liking but it’s good. We love the order thing where you scan the qr code and pay online too. I just wish that they don’t rush us when eating. Immediately after my friend finished his food the lady picked up his bowl and while I was still eating she asked me if I want a box for my ramen and I said no I’m still eating it. A few minutes later, I wasn’t done drinking and eating, lady came over again and I just gave her my ramen even if I wasn’t done. Place has great interior and is definitely ig worthy even the bathroom has design too.
Yingxin Ye: The food is okay, but service and environment is really bad. Super hot inside the restaurant but no AC at all, only fans are turning on. Still hot with no help. And waiter seems really rush to take order and then kick you out. They rapidly took away menu after I order, and immediately took away all dishes after I stopped eating. And, the most important is, they add a fixed 18% Gratuity for customer without asking! I requested to choose tip percentages on my own.
Amelia Capilongo: There curry Ramen bowl is worth going out of your way to get. I absolutely love the funky Viber this place. Service is always great as well
Mario Morales: Amazing and best ramen place I have been. Food had so much flavor and staff was great! Portion was huge and worth every penny! Totally satisfied!
Natalie Brooks: Amazing service and super great staff! My friend needed to swap out her dish for a shellfish allergy and they are super accommodating about it would recommend.
9. Chaplin's Restaurant
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1278 reviews
Address: 1501 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 4PM
Telephone: (202) 644-8806
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: http://www.chaplinsdc.com/
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Ephraim Fields: The ramen, appetizers and drinks here are excellent and filling! I ordered the Tori Karaage, Shrimp Gyoza and Stamina Spicy. The Stamina Spicy had the perfect amount of heat for my Louisiana taste buds. The restaurant provides an 80s vibe with the music and the atmosphere was bustling during our visit. The service was quick and accommodating as well. We will definitely be back again.
A S: Wow, great ramen, drinks, and service! Our server and bartender were both very kind. The ramen was delicious! I will definitely come back to try their cold ramen during the appropriate season.
LoMo: During our sibling trip we decided to visit Chaplin’s. Open late for a weekday-while most everything around us closed at 10pm. Great indoor and outdoor patio dining environment. Nice bar seating too. Stephanie was awwwwesome! She picked the pork gyoza, fried wontons, and Chaplin buns for us to start. I had a ginger beer which was nice and spicy. Siblings had the Chaplin ramen and Shoyu ramen with stamina egg and bok choy. Stephanie surprised me with the Chaplin A.S.S. (Asian Spicy Sour) with butter corn! Fantastic balance of bold flavors! Ramen was perfect texture in every bowl! Will be back!
Marc L: I am generally not impressed by anything around Shaw, but this incredible Michelin-worthy restaurant is a diamond in the rough (literally the rough because some of Shaw leaves a lot to be desired). We were here last night and were immediately impressed by how clean and well-lighted the restaurant is. Fourteen of us had reservations at 7, and those who arrived early sat at the bar to take advantage of their happy hour (up to 50 percent off on certain drinks). The bartender was incredibly helpful and friendly. We were then ushered upstairs at the start of our dinner. From the very beginning, our server - Mikela - was extremely helpful, going so far as to rearrange the tables to ensure none of us got trapped in a seat during the course of our dinner. For such an upscale place that serves incredible food (I got the miso ramen with extra pork belly), Chaplin’s is surprisingly affordable. With appetizers (which I highly recommend), food and copious amounts of drinks, our bill came out to about $750. I highly recommend this place (although maybe not because I don’t wan others to know it’s a hidden gem in Shaw. I want to come back!) whether it’s for a business dinner, a get-together with friends, or date night. To the manager: Mikela is a rock star and should be the lead trainer for others on how to provide top-of-the-line service. Please ensure she gets a well-deserved recognition and thank you.
James Corney: Excellent. Nice atmosphere, and wait staff was attentive. I ordered the shoyu ramen with a fried pork gyoza add-on (on the side). It was terrific. I am accustomed to my shoyu ramen having a predominantly soy sauce flavor. I usually like that. This one was much more subtle, making a strong emphasis on the pork and pork broth. I split pork and pork up here not because of the chashu but because of the ground pork that had a surprising depth of flavor, reminding me of a broken up Chinese lions head meatball. The noodles were cooked well and all together really hit the spot. The pork gyoza add-on provided three plump fried gyoza which were delicious on their own. Fried crispy with a thin skin and stuffed with a lovely pork filling that had no unnecessary large or stringy bits. Perfect for biting in half to enjoy the texture of the fry. I got them served on the side rather than letting them soak in the broth, which I recommend.
India Lindsay: A casual eatery for flavorful ramen. The outdoor seating options are great and they also offer cold ramen for the summer months. Offer gluten free options for those gluten sensitive, no options for those highly allergic / celiac due to use of soy sauce. We ordered tan tan men, the Chaplin, and the Kakuni pork belly as an appetizer. Everything was delicious Kakuni is a slightly sweet marinated pork belly dish. It comes with 4 sections of meat. Tan tan men is a flavorful bright ramen with crumbled pork. It has the signature spicy and oily flavor in many East Asian dishes and contains depth of flavor. The Chaplin is a creamy black sesame broth. It’s rich but still on the lighter side.
Justin Tholl: Amazing pork ribs and the Chaplin ramen was fabulous! They also offer a side of spicy sauce to mix in, so good! Service was on point, thank you for a wonderful meal!
Felicia: Random spot I went to and the pay off was great. Had the Tan Tan Men (vegan) and vegetable gyoza (steamed). No drinks but I’ll definitely be back.
10. KAIJU RAMEN 怪獸拉面
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104 reviews
Address: 525 8th St SE STE 1, Washington, DC 20003
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30AM
Telephone: (202) 481-2278
Business type: Restaurant
Web page: https://www.kaijuramen.us/
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Anna S: Great experience! Service was spot on and the ramen was very tasty. Server invited us back in the evening to the bar downstairs, which look like a nice lounge atmosphere with a DJ. So, we’ll have to go back and try that space out.
Sarah Oyekoya: Great ramen and atmosphere. Everything was cooked to a T we loved the flavor we got the fried rice gyoza and chicken wings. The chicken wings were cut into 4th or maybe halves i can remember but either way not worth the price but the taste was great so I guess it’s a hit and a miss. The fried rice was delicious and ramen 10/10. They also have a fyeeeeeeee speak easy at the bottom
Blaine: Super fun ramen joint with a cool downstairs bar space. The vibe is fun/casual, the staff were super attentive, and the food and drinks were . A dumpling junkie in my party gave the gyoza top marks, the cheese mochi felt like close (and tasty) cousins of pao de queijo, and everyone raved about the perfect crunch on the monster claw chicken. For ramen, the Tokyo-style broth had a clean, simple finish that was really refreshing, while the black miso cheese ramen was a funky, savory, standout experience that I plan on going back for!! The sake list was short but perfect, and we especially enjoyed the nama sake. After dinner we headed downstairs for a few rounds of (really tasty) drinks and had fun chatting with the bartenders and vibing to the music.
Dewayne T: Decent. Great atmosphere. Attentive servers. $65 waygu ramen was interesting but in a good way. Love the art in the bathroom and speakeasy in the basement. Def worth checking out.
Danielle Ivey: Excellent waitstaff! They were so attentive and answered my questions about the menu. I had the gyoza and spicy chicken ramen. Delicious! Would absolutely go back.
11. Reren Lamen & Bar
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1456 reviews
Address: 817 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30AM
Telephone: (202) 290-3677
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: https://rerenlamen.com/
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Anthony M: Everything was really good and you can tell the noodles are made in house. The Grandmas pancakes were excellent and the Dan Dan noodles were particularly enjoyable. The location is convenient from the conference center, and somewhat small. However, the service is friendly, quick, and excellent. I will have to revisit this location to try the Ramen sometime.
Response: Anthony, Thanks for your review. First of all, I would like to thank you for your visit, we appreciate your feedback and value your service. We do our best in serving our community by providing high-quality ingredients brought fresh daily, providing large portions, and training our staff to provide the best customer service in the area. Make sure to check us out on Instagram/Facebook for daily/weekly updates/deals. If you have any requests prior to visiting feel free to message me here and I will do my best :)
arun varughese: A decent place for ramen. I had grilled chicken Leren. The service was quick as I got the item in 10 mins. Chicken noodle leren : The broth was very nice and kind of carried the dish. The chicken felt very less in quantity and tasted very bland. The noodles felt a bit overcooked. Overall it is an average dish for the price. The overall quantity of noodles and soup is good. I was expecting a much stronger flavor from an Asian dish, maybe that’s why I was a bit underwhelmed.
Response: Arun, Thank you for sharing your experience. At TNR's we use the highest quality and fresh ingredients. When anyone thinks of Chinese culinary it has to be fresh food made from scratch. We always advise our customers to please let us know your taste preferences so we can provide you with the best experience. We hope to have you try us again & please let us know your preference so we can adjust anything accordingly. Feel free to check us out on Social media (Instagram & Facebook) for the latest updates. @rerenlamen
Albert Wu: The house soup noodle has three pieces of pork that taste fine but there’s too much fat. The vegetable doesn’t look great. The soup base is average. The noodle is chewy but not spectacular. The fish ball soup is unimpressive. The edamame is good. The DC Chinatown is not as exciting as Chinatowns in San Francisco, Los Angeles, or even Boston. Should not expect too much from the Chinatown restaurants in DC
Response: Albert Wu, Truly sad to hear that! We actually use the highest quality ingredients. Unlike most restaurants in the area, we get our ingredients fresh and from the best suppliers in the nation. I advise you that many restaurants in not just in the DMV area but all over the states use US Foods pre-packaged food full of preservatives. That could be some customer's taste preference and we do not oppose it by any means but at Reren we always believe in the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Every single ingredient is prepared in-house! Our staff is always trained to make sure to provide the best experience to our customers. We believe in the best products for our customers. If there is ever any desire on food taste etc please feel free to let us know the specifics on how you may want your dish prepared. We will try to do our best for you :) Hope to have you dine in again and we will prove why Reren is loved by the entire community.
Kim Nguyen: This was my first time having lamen. I ordered the Reren Signature Lamen and the Chen Duong spicy wontons. The food was okay. It wasn’t as tasty as I was hoping it to. However I do like the texture of the lamen noodle. It was worth a try.
Response: Kim, Thank you for your feedback. We stand by the highest quality ingredients, large portions, authentic food, and hygiene which makes our community value us. We are always open to alter our dishes according to your taste and preferences!
Sok Hwee Tay: We are in DC for a few days. We ate here the first night of our stay and it was so good we returned again. Their drinks are really good too. Must try.
Response: Sok Hwee Tay, Thank you for taking the time to share your 5-star rating. We look forward to seeing you during your next visit.
Kayode Yussuf: This is my most visited restaurant in DC. I love the coconut bubble tea. Staff is friendly and Price is also reasonable. I usually will get the General Tao Chicken and rice. Stirred fried noodles is also exciting
Response: Kayode Yussuf, Thanks for your review. First of all, I would like to thank you for your visit, we appreciate your feedback and value your service. We do our best in serving our community by providing high-quality ingredients brought fresh daily, provide large portions and train our staff to provide the best customer service in the area. Make sure to check us out on Instagram/Facebook for daily/weekly updates/deals. If you have any requests prior to visiting feel free to message me here and I will do my best :) @rerenlamen
Andrew Douglas: This place is just incredible, I had the spicy Kung Fu Ramen and some pork dumplings and they were just plain delicious. I highly recommend this place to anybody getting off the DC metro at Gallery Place or anyone stopping by DC! Great first stop in the city :)
Response: Andrew Douglas, Thank you for taking the time and writing such an amazing review and we are so happy you enjoyed our food. We look forward to serving you again and please let us know how we can assist you prior to any of your visits. We are here for you every day. We are active on Facebook and Instagram where you can check out our daily/weekly specials & food photography. @rerenlamen
12. Toki Underground
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1334 reviews
Address: 1234 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30AM
Telephone: (202) 388-3086
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: http://tokiunderground.com/
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Katelyn Bodwell: Absolutely delicious and such a cool vibe inside! I had the Toki Classic and highly recommend! The place is upstairs and small, so you’re sitting close next to other people along the edge of the room and there is alway late 2000s music playing! Definitely a great date spot, might not be great for more than two people. Make a reservation ahead of time. A must visit place for Ramen in DC!!
Hannah: Such a cute little restaurant! The best ramen in DMV. Get a reservation if you plan on coming here because in the evening it usually fills up and there aren’t many seats. Drinks are good. They kick you out after a certain amount of time but it’s worth it.
N T-K: Terrible service by the receptionist who is always on her personal phone instead of seating customers! Her attitude is so bad too! She acts as if we are begging her to eat here. Also, the staff hovers and watches you constantly. The environment is just not great! The food on the other hand is good! The stars are just for the food. We will not be going back and we encourage you all to try somewhere else! So many places taste just as good plus better service and environment!
Keith Muller: Since we no longer live in Washington DC, we always make eating at Toki Underground one of our top priorities. We were excited to learn they now offer reservations. Absolutely my favorite place to eat in DC. The food is delicious and super consistent. The staff is next level. My wife mentioned we had our first date ten years ago at Toki, and the staff made us feel like a million dollars. I can’t say thank you enough. We look forward to our next visit.
Caleb Newman: Wow, what a fantastic experience. The vibe of this place is extremely inclusive and upbeat. Great music and close proximity bar seating makes you feel like you’re at lunch with a bunch of friends. The servers and staff were kind and attentive; a special shout-out to Michael for his service and recommendation of the Fuyu Mizunara whisky. The classic ramen seemed like the go-to menu choice and for good reason, the pork was literally melt-in-your-mouth tender. You definitely need reservations, and now I can see why this place is always packed. We’ll be back!
Jordan Richardson: The ramen was amazing! Had the Toki classic and added the the spice bomb and it was phenomenal. Great noodle to meat ratio. This ramen would turn a vegan into a meat eater. The staff was super nice as well. Highly recommend!
13. Basebowl Ramen
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163 reviews
Address: 1201 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30AM
Telephone: (202) 975-1066
Business type: Japanese restaurant
Web page: http://basebowldc.com/
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Jason Clayton: A decent reminder of Asian flavors with a bar! They don’t know what fish sauce is or how to use it, and there are plenty of good choices here. I wouldn’t go out of my way to eat here, and it is close to Nationals park.
Heidi Liou: Solid/standard ramen spot, they had some rice bowl options for lunch as well. Didn’t give it 5 stars because the ramen portion was on the small side. Loved sitting outside on a sunny day!
Tommy Tang: Good in general. Servers are pretty nice! Ramen noodles and the Unagi bento box are good but a fan of the tuna nachos.
Samantha Choa: Ramen taste like instant not even hot. When we got our bill they charge the the half aji-tama $2 but in the menu it was $1 only. I asked the server she said she will bring the menu but i took a photo of it and showed to her the price printed. She spoke to the manager and said “oh, that is what our system is showing”. I did not argue but never 👎 again. Not worth the price.
Kim: YUMMY PRE GAME MEAL SPOT- we enjoyed every dish we had here. Very friendly staff, quick service and large portions. Good Saki liar as well. Would definitely go back.
Christopher Lee: Ate the taiwanese popcorn chicken dressed as karaage, gyoza, and the beef ramen. the appetizers were very good, the ramen was just good. The noodles had good texture and springiness. We ordered cocktails that took longer to show than the meals, were not very good, and inconsistent. Place was a little quiet on a weeknight and seemed like they were ready to shut down.
Jamie Oung: I highly recommend this ramen restaurant if in the D.C. area. The broth was rich and flavorful, ramen cooked to perfection, and meats tender and savory! We ordered the Signature Bowl, Wonton Ramen, and the Strike Out. As a starter we ordered the Ume Kaarage, which was crispy and delicious!
14. Toryumon Japanese House
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444 reviews
Address: 1901 Pennsylvania Avenue NW #0001, Washington, DC 20006
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11AM
Telephone: (202) 785-4600
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: https://www.toryumonjapanese.com/
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Elizabeth Dou: This was the perfect place to stop by during such a cold and windy day. The food came out hot and everything tasted fresh. There was a lot of flavor and sizable meat portion within the ramen. We only ordered one sushi roll and it was just okay. It was missing something maybe it needed more sauce or something. We ordered strawberry mochi for dessert and it was absolutely delicious. This place had a great atmosphere and our server was friendly. I’d definitely come back and try other things on the menu.
Liliya Susong: Great food, everything was very fresh and very tasty (note that whatever is marked “spicy” on the menu is not terribly spicy in fact). Served very fast too. The restaurant was clean, casual but cozy, with a true Asian vibe and friendly staff. We absolutely enjoyed our dinner here and will definitely bring the guys more business.
Promiti Ghose: Absolutely love this place! We were visiting and found this place right by the Marriott. Friendly servers and great food. Good comes in quick. They have a bar and serve alcohol. Noticed they also served take away . Highly recommend for a good sushi , Asian food place
Sisi: I am and was a regular customer during the pandemic— before they had opened back up the restaurant in person. And let me just say that this is most definitely one of my favorite sushi spots in DC. In my opinion, better than the sushi they serve in Chinatown. A few key points to keep in your mind when you come to this restaurant. 1. Very clean! 2. Definitely try the speciality sushi rolls, they are amazing (tried the Toryumon, Truffle, and Dragon rolls so far!) 3. During rush hours, you may not able to have a waiter fast enough as you were during there chill hours. Thanks for reading my review! You should definitely come to this spot!
Chris Nicholson: Would have walked right past it if not for Google maps. Below street level. The staff is exceptional. Friendly attentive and make sure everything is the best it can be. Order a bunch of different things which range between solid to good to great. Pricing was pretty reasonable for D.C. as well. Would definitely stop in again.
Zoe Rabago: Great spot for sushi/ramen/other Great price for the portion they give you Was seated fast with reservations Friendly staff Attentive server Good food
15. Boru Ramen
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626 reviews
Address: 2915 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11AM
Telephone: (703) 521-2811
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: http://boru-ramen.com/
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Brenda: Boru Ramen has amazing ramen! The Crab Meat Ramen 🍜 dish was my favorite. It was very flavorful and I even added extra eggs, bamboo shoots and Nori. They added a good amount of seaweed to the seaweed salad 🥗 plus the Yakitori 🐙was really delicious. My boyfriend ended up getting a delicious Tan Tanmen ramen dish which was delicious with a spicy and flavorful broth. I appreciated the good service despite being the last two people who came in close to the kitchen closing. I’m definitely coming back!
Tenny Kristiana: Went for dinner and it isn’t that packed. Nice interior. Ramen was okay, wouldn’t say my favorite but the service is so nice. For someone who doesn’t like sweet, I feel their bamboo shoot is too sweet
occupy redskinspark: Party of six (2 adults & 4 kids) dine-in and we had a good time. We arrived shortly after 4 pm and there were plenty of seats and staff on shift. We ordered five ramens, one curry, and an extra yakisoba noodle dish for the table. The food was good. The service was good. No complaints. We found free street parking a block away on Columbia Pike.
Verissa F: Parking in the back or side of the building. Prices reasonable. Not busy for a Thursday night and easily visible from the main street. Though it was a bit of a wait to get the check. Ordered 2 Tonkotsu and one Takoyaki. The order was mixed up but it was fine because my husband and I were able to add and switch some of the ingredients.
Reishi J: The broth here is the best, not too salty and not too sweet in my pov. I have come here a couple times and most of the dishes here never let me down. The only thing is there is not too many meat slices. But overall i would recommend this ramen place!
Priyank Shah: Had amazing vegetarian Ramen at Boru Ramen! For Vegetarians, recommend the Tofu-Edamame Ramen in Soy sauce broth. Stumbled upon them as were actually heading for Bangkok 54, their neighboring Thai place, but in the end decided to try them out, and so glad we did. Nice cozy place with good service, perfect ambience and was not overly busy on a Saturday evening. For fans of spicy food, be warned about the Fried Chili Oil that can be requested on the side to spice it up. It is Extremely Potent! We learned the hard way after pouring an extra dose of it, it literally set the dish on fire. A few drops is all it takes. Only thing that can be improved is probably some more vegetarian options in the appetizers, there is unfortunately nothing currently other than the basic Edamame.
Alonzo Thompson: Very quick and friendly service. Had a hot bowl of Hokkaido Miso in under 10 minutes. It was perfect for a cold rainy night after work.
Ashlee A: We ordered the Karedon as the appetizer and ramen to our liking. The Karedon was really good but there were many parts of it throughout that were freezing cold so I’m not sure of the heating process there. Our ramen was good! WARNING: Yheir chili oil is the real deal and NOT to be messed with. Our waitress said “oh, you like spicy huh” and boyyyy she did not tell me that was a different level of spice. I physically could not drink the broth or they would’ve been calling 911 for ya girl. I know better next time to just add a pinch haha. I always ordered some mochi to cool me down but they personally are not a favorite of mine.
Urangoo Munkhbold: OMG! Best Ramen in area! Have been craving for Ramen but couldn’t find anything good. We got most popular bowls as our server recommended which were Tan tan men (a little spicy), and Tonkutsu Hakata. Pork comes with Tonkutsu was so so good! We would definitely come back and I’ll try the Yakisoba! Service was also perfect! Such a pretty place!
16. Hatoba by Daikaya
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183 reviews
Address: 300 Tingey St SE #170, Washington, DC 20003
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11AM
Telephone: (202) 488-4800
Business type: Hawaiian restaurant
Web page: http://www.hatobadc.com/
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Brandon Sousa: This was the worst service I’ve had in quite a while. Very confused, inattentIve, and they auto-grat everyone with a 22% service charge. There were, apparently, three servers for our table, but they didn’t clear plates or show up often, or ever take our menus away, or bring serving plates until we asked for them, or ask if we wanted more cocktails, or really pay much attention to us, though they were standing at the bar nearby. The food is mediocre, overcooked kebab, Mayo-soaked coconut shrimp. It wasn’t bad, but can’t imagine going again. A very nice space though, with good music, and the outdoor space looked like a good area for evening cocktails. The cocktails were reasonably good, if you can get one. Sweet, but enjoyable. Also prices for this restaurant are very reasonable for Navy Yard. You just don’t get much for it, and pay overmuch for bad service.
Brenda Cosby: Came into Hatoba almost near the close of lunch. Ordered a poke bowl and WOW WOW WOW it was quite delicious and a superior portion size. We were lucky enough to meet Marvel, who owns/operates and chatted about music and travel and food. He was so approachable and friendly! I randomly talked about musubi and he had some freshly made! It was so amazing to eat such a great. I highly recommend eating here for a new cuisine you may have never tried or something that is delicious every time.
Response: That is so good to hear! We appreciate you and look forward to seeing you on your next visit. Thank You very much!
Marissa Gamache: This place is so amazing for happy hour! Great servers and yummy apps. Haven’t had their regular menu, but everything I have tried on the hh menu has been bomb for the price. Also, all day hh on Saturday and Sunday for drinks. People complain in reviews about portion size, but let’s be honest, you’re not at Applebees. For DC, this is a great spot.
Response: Thank you! We appreciate you very much and look forward to seeing you again!!!
DeVon Wiley: It was a rather cool afternoon when I walked into this place. The hostess made me glad I had when she gave me a seat right in front of the noodle brutes. Those miscreants that later assaulted my palate relentlessly and cealessly for fifteen straight minutes. Before they savaged me, I sat and watched as they worked in unison under the watchful eye of their captain. There was a newcomer there that day, doing a collaboration with the assailants. Their delicious yet devious conspiracies served them well that day. For as I left, there was a line forming. A line of people that would share my fate.
Response: Love it!
Bria Nicole: Average at best. Came in and it was empty. Said we could not be seated at tables due to reservations, so we opted for the bar instead. When we left plenty of tables were empty. Only one option for vegan ramen which was tomato curry. It didn’t have many noodles or toppings. A good spice. I enjoyed it tho although I wanted more noodles. The beef teri stick was good and is only enough for one person. A bit over priced the amount they give you.
Inkmakeart TV: So we walked up and immediately was greeted by Will the manager which was amazing. Gave us a quick tour of the new restaurant and let us choose where to sit and we decided to go outside. Then we were greeted with water before the server Marvin came to introduce himself and get our drink order. Have to say this place is pretty amazing, modern and up to date. Ended up with the shoyu ramen and it was out less than 10 min after we ordered and it was pretty busy. Got a check back after the food came out as well to make sure everything was great. Definitely recommend this place if your looking for a Japanese ramen spot or even a little bit of Hawaiian food. We got the check and a little dairy free ice cream on the side and we have to say some of the best ice cream we have had since we started our vegan journey.
Response: Thanks!!
Lauren K: I’ll admit you guys hit a hot button today. The food was good - though I miss some of your old offerings. The service was efficient, friendly, and gracious. And yet I still left your restaurant with a terrible taste in my mouth. Why? I have a major objection to you adding automatic 22% gratuity for a small table at lunchtime (in an empty casual dining establishment where there was no such documented policy). I’m going to tip over 20% anyway and so will most people, especially during COVID. If you had a policy for doing this with larger parties or wrote a policy on your menu I would not object. I would have tipped at least 20% anyway because your staff did a good job. But including the tip without notice tells your customers you think they are cheap; over 22% takes away my ability to reward exceptional service (or puts the burden on me to renegotiate gratuity on my bill after the fact). I paid $75 for lunch - two bowls of soup, a watermelon appetizer, and a drink. If I wanted to save money I would have had a nice toasted sub at Potbelly across the street. Come on, guys. And if you need to do 22% to properly compensate your team it’s probably time to to raise your menu prices.
Sam N.: Absolutely loved this place. We sat at the bar and got to interact with the cooks and see them do their magic. Really nice ambience, delicious food (my partner and I ordered the spicy red miso ramen) food value is amazing! Everyone was super friendly even though we went in the last hour of their closing time. Highly recommend this place.
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17. Umaya Izakaya
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851 reviews
Address: 733 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30AM
Telephone: (202) 290-3443
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: https://www.umayadc.com/
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Rachel Greathouse: Really enjoyed the large selection they had and fun cocktails. Skewer highlights were the duck and brussel sprouts! The pork belly and mackerel are always winners too. Croquettes were all very well done with distinctive flavors, but I wish there were different sauces between all 3 of those and the takoyaki. Overall great service and experience.
Response: Thank you Rachel! We appreciate your feedback and we are super happy you enjoyed your visit with us. Don’t worry though we are constantly changing engineering our menu with different takes on Japanese cuisine. We hope to see you back soon. Best, Umaya Management
Chanpen Tee: The broth is tasty the ramen noodles is soft and tender. The grilled menus are good too. The service is fast and friendly
Response: Thank you for your feedback! We are glad you had a positive experience with our food and service and we hope to see you back soon. Stay Safe, Umaya Management
Norbert Powell: Great service. Not very busy. Good vegan options. I was really hungry so I got the beef yakisoba AND the short ribs. The yakisoba steamy, flavorful, and filling. It came on a huge plate and I added extra bok choy ( although I didn’t need to cause it already comes with a good amount). It came out piping hot which I loved. A healthy portion of vegetables and the sauce is delicious. After ordering my friend who is vegan decided to get the vegetable yakisoba. We found out that normally the sauce for the dish is made with chicken stock but my letting the chef know his dietary restrictions they were able to substitute for a plum sauce making the dish completely vegan. The short ribs were also very delicious. They came with a side of kimchi. The ribs were Japanese style so super chewy with that great umami flavor. Two negative thing ms about the visit was there was a lot of kids and babies crying during our visit. As well as a slightly funny smell in the restaurant. I would definitely go back despite those slight issues. Ps the lamb chop looked scrumptious. If you’re thinking about it. DO IT!
Sandeep Wilkhu: Lunch was excellentDelicious ramen, noodles and roll. Service was good. Good food
George Lerma: I originally came in for the Yakatori- little skewers of awesomeness barbecued over coals. I had the filet mignon, chicken hearts, oyster mushrooms and miso sea bass. All were cooked perfectly and seasoned nicely. I could have tried them all but it can get pricey. I ordered the poke bowl to go (pictured) for later at my hotel and that was loaded pretty well. It was nice to have a variety of fish in it as well.
18. Gaijin Ramen Shop
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406 reviews
Address: 3800 Lee Hwy, Arlington, VA 22207
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30AM
Telephone: (703) 566-9236
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: https://www.gaijinramenshop.com/
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Vu Tran: We we craving for ramen and came here. The ramen soup was just right and not salty like other places. Customer service was excellent. The two gentlemen that were there served us and they were super friendly. Aside from the ramen soup, we also ordered the spicy chicken buns and man they were so delicious. We ended up ordering two more spicy chicken bun orders. 💪
Response: Thanks so much for your business and we appreciate the review very much!
Joseph Comfort: Underwhelming at very best. “Out” of ingredients included on the menu item were not noted. “Ramen” garnished with scallions, sesame seeds and commercial fried garlic is NOT ramen it’s a piss-take. When called with a complaint, no solution was given - a stone wall of excuses was presented. Many other choices that are legit - Manekanieko or Kizuna offer a properly garnished and delicious bowl for the same price as this place’s “basic” and “customizable” bowl of misery. Enjoy the deeper reviews where the owner makes the complainants wrong - classy. Washingtonian “cheap eats” gets it all wrong. Hard pass - you were warned! Below are pics of part of our $60 take-out of shame.
Dana M: Ordered on Uber eats: edamame, vegetable gyoza, gaijin garlic ramen, and tonkotsu ramen. Food arrived hot and fresh, the broth is amazing, gaijin original spicy paste is SO good and flavorful and also very very spicy. Highly recommend this place, I would dine in/order again.
A P.: $14 for instant ramen. No egg included. Noodles are cheap quality, tasteless. Very disappointing quality for price. Many good reviews seem to have had different experience, but this was shocking.
Aracely: Tonkosut Ramen and Boba tea was so good 👌
Jason Janora: I get the tonkotsu/spicy tonkotsu every time i come here and it is spectacular! Add in pork belly and you’re set. That stuff is to die for. A rare 5 stars from me.
19. ZAO Stamina Ramen
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84 reviews
Address: 7345 Wisconsin Ave unit B, Bethesda, MD 20814
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11AM
Telephone: (301) 312-8399
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: http://www.zaostaminaramen.com/
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M. Marzulla: Delicious ramen spot in Bethesda. Had the Tokyo Tonkotsu which was excellent, tried the Tom Yum which was equally delicious. Service was quick and friendly and it was super easy ordering through your phone when dining in.
Response: Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving a review! We are very glad that you enjoyed our ramen and service. Can't wait to see you again :)
Jasraj Singh: Awesome staff and amazing ramen. I ordered the first ramen which was very spicy but delicious. Added pork butt and corn as well. Will definitely be back. Served with tons of flavor and extra care.
Response: Thank you Jasraj for stopping by! It was great seeing you two the other day. We always can adjust the spice levels on both our Stamina and Gekikara Stamina. Can’t wait to see you guys again :)
Bryan J: Pretty decent ramen, albeit different. Not sure just yet if I think that’s a good different or a bad different. They use chicken stock for the majority of their broth, which is lighter. I think I can appreciate it for what it is, not as hardy as pork broth. Personally makes it a bit confusing for me in terms of taste, tastes more Chinese than it does Japanese. I did like their choice of noodles. Chewy and tastier than some of the other ramen bowls I’ve had in the area. I’m definitely not feeling the cha shu that they plopped in there. Tastes boiled, not roasted!! They really should reconsider that presentation, chewy rubbery pork fat is not appealing. Will be coming back to try some of the other bowls. (FYI I had the Stamina bowl)
Response: Thank you for leaving a review Bryan! If you do prefer something porky, we recommend our Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen. It comes with pork broth and the Pork Belly Chashu you're looking for. If you want to add some spice, you are welcome to do so as well. Sorry if our menu didn't inform you enough, but our Stamina comes with thin sliced pork belly which is different from our Pork Belly Chashu, but you always can substitute with it if you prefer. Our recipe is passed on from an old fashioned ramen shop in Tokyo, which explains why majority of our ramen are chicken broth based (Tonkotsu is originally a regional thing in ramen industry) Hopefully we can make your ramen experience better next time. Thank you again :)
Takahiro Kinoshita: Rising star for Ramen in the DMV! Overall staying true to the original Japanese roots of having subtle broth flavors and great toppings.Got to try their tsukemen most recently and the broth was so good I ordered a second serving of noodles!
Response: Thank you so much for stopping by!! Hopefully see you soon again :)
Kenji Nagayoshi: The service was very attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere was great. However, I was slightly disappointed with the Shoyu Ramen that I ordered. It didn’t have a lot of flavor, and it had a little too much oil in the soup. Nevertheless, it is still a great ramen restaurant, and I would love to visit again and perhaps try their Stamina Ramen.
Response: Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment Kenji. We will keep on improving, hopefully you will have a better experience with us next time!
Lotte Wiley: This restaurant, with its delightful atmosphere and attentive staff, could’ve been an absolute gold mine if the food had been held to as high a standard. The food wasn’t bad. I didn’t regret coming here but I won’t be back. The appetizers we got were fine. The karaage were flavorful and crispy but the chicken was slightly underdone for our tastes. The pork bun had light and fluffy buns but was over drenched in a yummy yuzu mayo. It would have better balanced with less Mayo and perhaps some rice vinegar pickled vegetables. The real weakness was the ramen. The miso ramen tasted like a slightly boring chicken noodle soup. There was no complexity in the stock and the chashu was flavorless. I struggled to even taste the miso. The highlight of lunch, not counting the staff and atmosphere, was the mazesoba. While still lacking a truly interesting taste, the spice helped elevate the stock-less noddles above the rest of the meal. The meal we had wasn’t bad, it just tasted as if every short cut that could be taken had been.
Response: Thank you so much for leaving review. We will go over with our recipe and menu so that we can make things better.
Soraya H: Great service and delicious ramen, they have three vegan options which was a pleasant surprise. Great for a casual bite.
20. Oishii Ramen Cafe
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62 reviews
Address: 4901 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30AM
Telephone: (240) 956-4156
Business type: Ramen restaurant
Web page: http://www.oishiibethesda.com/
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Oishii Ramen Cafe: what do users think?
Max K: This is a SOLID ramen place. Everything was on point. Springy, chewy noodles, savory broth, great toppings. Their takoyaki was also great! Prices are alright as well (though they do charge $4.99 for hot tea... )
D'Atra Montgomery: Definitely will go back and try their specialty ramen bowls. The gyozas and buns are good, but a bit pricey and i believe they could be better ( I must admit I’ve tried A LOT of different gyozas and buns from several places.. so my judgement may be flawed) I also got the spicy Tonkotsu. I wish it was spicer, but nice portion size. Hands down though, I had a great experience with customer service. Knowledgeable staff and very friendly. I stopped by for lunch on a Tuesday, so that could have played a factor in it. So, if you’re in the mood for ramen and in downtown Bethesda, try Oishii!
Li Ju: Ordered 2 special soup ramen noodles, one is like Tom yum soup another chicken noodles is way too salty and I am not able to eat it… another dish octopus balls is fine. Very disappointed , service is just okay and average ☹️ will not come back again
Bryan J: Pretty solid ramen spot! Walked in on a Saturday at 1 pm, immediately noticed how clean the place was. Prices are a touch higher than I’d expect, but I guess that comes with the location. Ordered spicy tonkotsu ramen and pork gyoza. Gyoza felt overpriced for the quantity, I’ll be honest. The ramen was pretty delicious! Not too spicy, and the cha shu was roasted well. The broth was heavy on the roasted garlic, and the noodles were wonderfully chewy. The shining star though was the soft boiled egg in the ramen. Best I’ve ever had, seriously. It had a slightly sweet note to it that was surprising! The place filled up (its a tiny spot), and had to wait about 25 mins for my food. Just keep that in mind. Might want to stop by on an off hour.
JennyLovesGogi 제럽고 (제니럽스고기): I ordered spicy donkotsu ramen and tsukemen! Felt like I were in Osaka, Japan.The host was friendly and helpful. I would go there again, soon❤️
Rachel Oswald: Coming from Los Angeles, I’d say I’m pretty spoiled when it comes to ramen. Oishii was easily as good if not better than most of the restaurants I’ve eaten at in LA! The ramen was delicious (I devoured it before I could snap a good photo) and the boba was also quite tasty. The staff were very friendly, sweet, and accommodating as well. I will be coming back and I recommend others visit here too to show this new and excellent business some support!! :) Edited to add a photo of ramen from another visit
