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- Village VoiceAugust 15, 2014The raw fish dishes are superb, and what drew us to this place originally was a report in a Japanese food blog that the ramen noodles (made with a pig-foot broth) were some of the best in town. Read more
- Adrienne CooperMarch 3, 2015Great spot w/unique eats & a wonderful staff. Menu's a little more off the beaten path w/items like duck tongue kara age but the owner will help you feel like less of a novice plus the sake is good!
- Ramen is always amazing, but locals know the “fried ramen” (not on the menu) is where it’s at. Also, if you’re really nice, you can sometimes get the owners homemade sake (his grandfather’s recipe)
- AaronJuly 30, 2014Can't read the squiggles on the menu? Is it because you're drunk? Possibly. Is it because you can't read Japanese? Well then rotate the menu 90° and you will see Pork Ramen listed on the bottom-left.
- Ajit VergheseJanuary 13, 2012RS says: Try the Chashu Ramen. Pub grub at its Japanese best, "Only one ramen is offered and is based in a murky pig-foot broth that tastes like it's been boiled for three years. Plenty of pork, too."
- Wesley BlissSeptember 2, 2015Quirky little Japanese izakaya themed after old American rock albums, decorated like you're outside an old world Japanese house. Small menu, but tasty.
- Like you're in a Tokyo side street. Excellent chasui ramen. And try the family sake that come comes in a square cup.
- Chelsea BalkanDecember 21, 2013#FabuLIST #DubiDO ramen noodle and miso brussel sprouts. Service is a little slow but it's a cute no frills place to eat.
- S. FanMay 11, 2013The tempura frog is almost as big as my wrist! The miso brussels sprouts are must-order!
- Christen DuongAugust 27, 2011Most Murakami-esque spot. Order the ramen that's not on the menu, and put something on the jukebox.
- Hidden gem! My faves are ramen-- pork is melt-in-mouth and love the ginger they put in it. Spicy tuna roll. Buta-kimchee. Gyoza.
- Love the ramen. Be adventurous and try the chicken gizzards, you won't be disappointed.
- Tif C.October 7, 2015Cute spot and really good gyoza. Seems like a nice low key place. The ramen was just ok- wouldn't come here for that. Great service though.
- Caitlin OsbahrJuly 12, 2018A good katsu sandwich but the air was smoky enough to hurt my eyes and leave early 😓
- Find. Eat. Drink.August 14, 2010Pigs toes (Tonsoku), frog's legs (Jampin Jerk Frog ), chicken wings (Hakata). Lots to try at this Japanese izakaya. Not a sushi place, more for great bar food.
- Gabe RoseJanuary 23, 2013FINALLY, the West Village has good ramen. If you don't order it here, you're nuts.
- One of the current specials: Kimchee marinated deep fried catfish is amaaaazing.
- Currently: Mentai Croquettes are off menu but ESSENTIAL. Ask if they have it when you're there!
- Burrito BoomerDecember 21, 2013Amazing ramen. Small portions. Extremely small place. $13 min /person
- Wonderful small Japanese plates, great atmosphere and music. Order one of everything.
- Josh PindjakApril 4, 2015Warning: your clothes will smell like food if you eat here. chashu ramen and frog legs were dope tho
- Michael EmanuelJuly 10, 20135 songs for a quarter at the juke box. Spareribs a must. Chopsticks make me horny.
- Kathryn YuJanuary 9, 2011Gyoza, buta kimchee, ramen, done. Don't miss the old school jukebox and crazy framed photos.
- Ramen so good the oppressive NYC summer can't stop me from eating it.
- helveticajaneMarch 5, 2010Grilled chicken wings with salt, rice balls with pickled plum and ramen are a must!
- Don't be shy: the Pinball Gizzards here are the bizness.