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HinoMaru Ramen

Ramen Restaurant and Noodle Restaurant$$$$
Astoria
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    Fizzie W.
    "... make sure you try the Uni Ramen, that creamy broth is to die for."(9 Tips)
    Alex G.
    "Tonkotsu shoyu with a poached egg and a fireball = totes delish!"(6 Tips)
    Andy S.
    "Spicy Miso Ramen and crab buns!! Omg"(11 Tips)
    Rachel K.
    "Nagoya ramen was spicy and delicious!"(4 Tips)
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  • Ray L.
    Ray LinSeptember 4, 2013
    Hard to find solid ramen spots in this neck of the woods, so a welcome addition. Try the house HinoMaru ("New York" style) with chashu and other toppings sitting in a creamy pork broth.
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 18, 2018
    HinoMaru Ramen: Go wild with Hinomaru’s “New York Style”: two kinds of fish-cake (one with a jovial monkey face) plus their signature “fireball” — a loose meatball of peppery ground pork. Read more
  • Jan C.
    Jan CantorNovember 2, 2014
    One of the decent ramen spot in Queens. Get their house specialty, Hinomaru. Tonkotsu Shoyu is pretty good as well. If you're looking for an appetizer, get those crispy pig ears! It's pretty damn good
  • David S.heart icon on user image
    David ShimazakiFebruary 18, 2018
    Uni ramen hits the spot. Creamy + umami in each slurp. Perfect amount of sea urchin and the noodles we're bouncy in the perfect way..
  • Christina C.heart icon on user image
    Christina ChinJuly 20, 2016
    Got the hinomaru, spicier than expected but still good. Like the thin straight al dente noodles. Egg is extra. Gyoza is only 4 per order
  • Victoria U.heart icon on user image
    Victoria U.December 11, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Best Ramen in Queens. Takoyaki and Uni Ramen are my picks. The spicy miso ramen is also a win. The Tonkotsu is for those who don't want a lot of spice.
  • Eric K.heart icon on user image
    Eric KelceFebruary 4, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Any ramen is amazing. My favorites are hinomaru and tonkatsu. Curry ramen is really good as well. Pork buns, yes do it. Beers on draft are a bit sketchy, some options may not be available
  • Kimmie O.heart icon on user image
    Kimmie OhhJuly 7, 2019
    Really friendly service over here. Order their signature HinoMaru Ramen. It comes with Chashu pork, black mushroom, bamboo, scallions, bean sprouts, nori, fishcake & fireball (not spicy imo).
  • Marcello M.
    Marcello MApril 22, 2014
    Shio (sea salt) is my favorite ramen broth. But everything here is good. Check out the Chinese broccoli and crispy tempura. Pork belly and kimchi is also a hit.
  • Rui Z.
    Rui ZhangJanuary 6, 2015
    I bookmarked this place before and judging by their tonkostu, I think it is slightly overrated. My friend ordered the spicy miso, which surprisingly appear to be amazing. The fireball was the bomb.
  • Nick G.heart icon on user image
    Nick GJune 27, 2017
    Hinomaru Ramen was the noodle diggity. The broccoli tempura is perfectly prepared. Japanese imported Ginga beer to wash it all down makes for a big smile in the end. Get you some .
  • Adam K.heart icon on user image
    Adam KubanApril 21, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    If they have the asparagus appetizer on the menu, DO IT! It's lightly battered (not full-on tempura) and drizzled with a delicious sauce. Seriously one of the best things I've eaten here.
  • Larryheart icon on user image
    LarryOctober 19, 2015
    HinoMaru ramen with poached egg for the win. This place smells outrageously delicious. Curious soundtrack of 80s music. The fire all adds spicy depth to a delicious broth.
  • DailyCandy
    DailyCandyJanuary 14, 2014
    Sample variations of regional ramen — and then some — from around Japan at this Queens noodle nook. The can’t-miss Sapporo-style miso ramen involves a broth made from more than 30 ingredients.
  • Michael G.heart icon on user image
    Michael GenaoDecember 6, 2014
    Decent neighborhood ramen place. Great appetizers or tapas. Do not expect to find the same quality grade as in ippudo or totto but overall a great experience and no lines to get in on a rainy day!!
  • Arminda G.
    Arminda Guillama-RodriguezMay 17, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Delicious and belly-filling, you can't go wrong with anything, but be sure to ask about specials. The Tonkotsu Shoyu is quite possibly the best soup I've ever had, and the gyoza are great too!
  • Rory P.heart icon on user image
    Rory ParnessFebruary 16, 2015
    Ask for some spicy mayo to dip the crispy pig's ears. Makes a good appt even better. Asparagus was a terrific as well. Super crispy and loved the sauce
  • Cole K.heart icon on user image
    Cole KennedyJanuary 9, 2020
    The HinoMaru Signature Ramen (pictured) is great, but I preferred the Spicy Miso Ramen with wavy noodles and extra corn.
  • Tony X.heart icon on user image
    Tony XerriApril 1, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    No matter which ramen you choose, be sure to add in a poached egg. When broken, the yolk creates this creamy rich texture that cannot be beat. Top it off with some corn and BYOB. Slurp away everyone!
  • Sunaina
    SunainaOctober 6, 2014
    Love the ramen here. I've tried all the ramen places in the city. I can say this is def amongst my fav... The lemon grass chicken is really good.
  • Jen G.heart icon on user image
    Jen GrunwaldAugust 7, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Shoryu ramen is my go-to (I'm a spice wuss). This place is fantastic. The pork buns are amazing but a tad overpriced.
  • jon f.
    jon ferrerAugust 23, 2014
    The best ramen in Astoria. Get the hinomaru ramen. Or if you're feeling adventurous, go for the uni-parmesan.
  • Monserrat A.
    Monserrat AAugust 20, 2014
    Get a spicy ramen with poached eggs. Sit at the bar and check out the cool art towards the bathrooms. Quickly became one of my favorite ramen.
  • Time Out New York
    Time Out New YorkJune 4, 2013
    The Sapporo-style miso ramen broth boasts more than twenty ingredients, including three types of umami-boosting miso, plus a piquant seven-pepper spice blend. Read more
  • Daniel B.
    Daniel BentleyDecember 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    My favorite is Shoyu ramen with extra cha-shu pork. Other menu highlights include the kimchi with cha-shu and the gyoza. Cheap pitchers of Sapporo too!
  • Jenn H.
    Jenn HMay 8, 2014
    Very cool and funky little shop. I ordered the tonkaysu ramen with poached egg and thought it was ok only. Would like to return and try something else. Great music and vibe.
  • Mischaheart icon on user image
    MischaFebruary 7, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    The broth from the Hinomaru ramen is just spectacular! Great flavor at a so convenient prices. Do yourselves a favor asking for the pork niku man.
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    hitgirlOctober 7, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    I really love the Brussels sprouts here.. If I'm not particularly hungry I'd get 2 appetizers and one of them has to be Brussels sprouts.. Sooo good
  • Gary M.
    Gary MuSeptember 29, 2012
    Nagoya ramen is great for those who likes spicy taste. Kinda like tan-tan noodle. Add extra fireball then you are in heaven.
  • Evan S.heart icon on user image
    Evan StaffJanuary 8, 2015
    Best (spicy) miso ramen I've had, though the included fireball was cold, and the broth of my companion's tonkatsu was a bit on the watery side.
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    cat cajiFebruary 7, 2019
    menu has something for everyone, the ramen is delicious! fast and excellent service.
  • Fizzie W.heart icon on user image
    Fizzie WaterJuly 22, 2012
    If you're reading this then make sure your next meal is here. Start with the Age Takoyaki and make sure you try the Uni Ramen, that creamy broth is to die for.
  • Tracy S.heart icon on user image
    Tracy SolorzanoFebruary 7, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    The Lemongrass Chicken Ramen is my favorite. Skip the poached egg though, it ruins the broth flavor.
  • Ellie D.
    Ellie DDecember 4, 2012
    Worth the trip for this no-fuss, no-wait lovely ramen joint in Astoria. Get the "fire ball" for more extra flavor than heat (in a good way).
  • Vince F.heart icon on user image
    Vince FrisinaMarch 13, 2020
    The Kara Chanpon has a rich, spicy flavor and generous portions of seafood.
  • Ellie D.
    Ellie DDecember 4, 2012
    Worth the trip for this no-fuss, no-wait stylish ramen joint in Astoria. Get the "fire ball" for more flavor than heat (in a good way).
  • Ryan G.heart icon on user image
    Ryan GallagherDecember 17, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Good bowl of ramen. Thin noodles the fireball is a spicy ball of ground pork. A hood add on to any bowl.
  • Jasonheart icon on user image
    JasonMay 9, 2015
    Try the Tonkotsu Shoyu if you want you pork belly goodness to be soy flavored.
  • Joey C.heart icon on user image
    Joey CofoneApril 19, 2013
    This is the best ramen place I've had in the city, hands down. Chicken Meatball Ramen with a Fireball dropped in. You're welcome.
  • The Wall Street Journal
    Try the Nagoya, made with a chicken, pork and fish broth filled with minced pork, Chinese leek, scallion, bean sprouts and chili pepper. Read more
  • Ninja Raelheart icon on user image
    Ninja RaelJune 24, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The staff is very friendly. The girls are cute. And, the ramen is just damn awesome, especially the Miso! Totemo oeshi! (hope I spelled that right ;p)
  • Cheryl
    CherylAugust 26, 2014
    Everything here is delicious! Try the uni ramen for something different. It's not soup-based and creamy instead.
  • ilYa D.
    ilYa DvilyanskiAugust 25, 2013
    Everything here is great. Sometimes their credit card machine "breaks" so have cash. Feels like you're in Japan when you're here
  • Monserrat A.
    Monserrat ANovember 16, 2012
    I would gladly make the trip to Astoria to have some of their curry Ramen any day!! Attentive, impressive and priced very nicely.
  • Andy T.heart icon on user image
    Andy TaoJune 27, 2015
    Tonkotsu Shoyu ramen with corn and poached egg is great!
  • Casey M.heart icon on user image
    Casey McDermottNovember 22, 2014
    I'm a ramen snob but this place's flavors are legit. As everyone else says, make sure you get a fireball.
  • Godwin S.
    Godwin SJanuary 20, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the hinomaru ramen and add a poached egg. So good! It also comes w/ monkey fish cake.
  • Aleson H.heart icon on user image
    Aleson HoOctober 21, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Nice, simple ramen place. Try the Hinomaru ramen... or something else and add a fireball. Yum!
  • Finella Jianna V.heart icon on user image
    Go for their miso ramen and kale chips. Good food and good ambiance. :)
  • Arminda G.
    Arminda Guillama-RodriguezMarch 31, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Tonkatsu shoyu broth is delicious and comes with everything you need, but drop in a pork rib or kaedeme if you're feeling gluttonous
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