Great ramen. Private seating. Variety of choices including vegetarian. Clean. Friendly, helpful…read morestaff. Quick service. Family friendly. Plenty of parking.

Around 4:45PM Wednesday, I walked into the Garden City location. No one was at the front so I…read morewalked towards the seating area. Manager approached me & says w a smug look what are u lookin for? Not-Good afternoon/welcome/How are u/Would u like to be seated? & without asking if I would like a table, sat me at the bar in empty restaurant. While I'm there, another person walked in and they offered them a table in the seating area. I'm at the Ramen bar, the chefs are stuffing their face-Instead of using a designated area out of sight of customers. I tried to make conversation so they would get a clue-Nada. That was my 4th & last time. I honestly should've left upon arrival but tried to give them the benefit of the doubt. It got worse & my entire meal was rushed. I tried to bypass the lack of Hospitality from previous visits, and even recommended the place to some of my peers and their recent feedback + feeling rushed, was similar to mine. I did not leave a tip, and the manager got confrontational with me. I politely shared my feedback and walked out. Based on that experience, would you go back, would you have left a tip?

So I've been here quite a few times but never written a review. My last visit was yesterday, and…read moreagain, it did not disappoint. I was craving ramen and happened to be in the area to remember about this spot. The restaurant is small with limited seating but they make do with how quickly they serve you. The inside decor is amazing, like it literally feels like you're in Japan- wooden interior with masks on the wall and Japanese writing. So beautiful inside. Parking is also limited with very few in the back of the building and some in the front. They have a custom where everyone greets you as you're coming in also which makes it feel even more welcoming. I came back to 2 of my regular orders: - Shrimp Tempura Bun: The shrimp tempura came out so crisp and the bun altogether with the green onion and filling bought it all completely together. Such a solid bun. -Shoyu Truffle Ramen: I don't eat pork so I wanted something not pork based- they do have a few options but this is the one I keep coming back to. Pretty solid ramen- the noodles are not overcooked and the combination of all the ingredients is thought provoking- I literally thought about their art of finding all the flavors and perfectly combining them together into this ramen bowl midway through eating this ramen. The tempura mushrooms is such a nice touch and even as it becomes soaked in the soup it still has such a nice taste to it. Overall a solid ramen spot- I definitely recommend.

I will only post about a restaurant that I think is exceptional. 10 years ago I stopped working as…read morea chef at an exceptional restaurant (LB Social in Long Beach). My culinary influences were always affected by various ethnic cuisines. We live in the most culturally diverse area in the country. I do not eat sushi, but it is my wife's comfort food so I always say yes because our local place makes a very good chicken katsu. They do not make katsu curry which is one of my comfort foods. Everytime we order, I make curry sauce for the chicken. Tonight I had the BEST Katsu Curry (technically I got the Kaarage Curry). Holy crap it was so good. Japanese curries are not spicy, they tend to be a bit sweeter because of carrots and usually grated apple or honey for sweetness. The balance on that sauce was spot on perfect. The Kaarage (Japanese Fried Chicken thighs) was the perfect match for this curry. Exceptional!!! My wife got the fresh grilled eel over rice. She absolutely loved it. There is something about rice when it is perfectly cooked. This was no exception. My wife who is cutting back carbs ate every grain of rice in bowl. I havent seen her do that in years. I first heard about Youta because of their ramen. It did not disappoint. I judge ramen on its broth. This was silky, rich, a bit garlicky and porky liquid goodness. I prefer a slightly thicker noodle but I cant fault them. The noodles had the right amount of chew that separates the really good from meh. The bamboo shoots were a very happy surprise. The jammy egg was perfection. Damn I really love this place. We did not have the Baos but they looked amazing as they came out of the kitchen. They do not take reservations but there is an app for the waiting list. That was a very pleasant surprise at how easy and functional it was. You have 5 minutes to respond to the text and if you are not there in 10 minutes, they wipe your spot. I apologize for no pictures, we will definitely be back and I will definitely get the Kaarage Curry. Please support this AMAZING restaurant. The service was as great as the food.

Tried Kiko Ramen in Garden City South with a couple of girlfriends and had such a cozy, satisfying…read morelunch. It was a cold day, so this really hit the spot. We ordered a mix of dishes: seafood ramen (we subbed veggie broth--there's a small upcharge), a pork belly dish, chicken teriyaki, and a fish dish with beets for my friend. I went with kimchi on the side and added an extra egg to my ramen. Everything was really good, and the portions were generous. Service stood out too--our waiter was attentive without being overbearing, checking in regularly, keeping our water filled, and just genuinely kind throughout. The host was welcoming as well. It wasn't very crowded when we arrived, which made it even more relaxed, and they were able to split our bill into three separate checks without any hassle (always appreciated!). There is also an option sit by the bar if you are going solo! Overall, a great spot for a warm, comforting meal with friendly service. Would definitely come back.

My friends love the ramen here and usually need to bring it home since their portions are fairly…read morelarge. I enjoy their Unagi Don more and Pork Buns. The inside is decorated in One piece art and they blast a lot of japanese music. They also offer bubble tea and other neat drinks that you would find in Flushing. It is a great place to try out if you are in the area.

A friend recommended this place for good r, and I'm really happy I listened to her. We did the…read morelunch special: I got the gyoza, and the grilled chicken ramen. The food is so good! I had enough for leftovers to have later for dinner. I cannot wait to come back here. Service was quick, and I loved the art on the walls!

Quite happy with the experience…read more Food came out fast, hot and fresh TonkotsuRamen noodles were just right - not soggy, firm, good chew. Comes with egg, naruto, minced pork, two pieces of chasiu which was good too. Karage chicken donburi - really good. Generous portion of chicken to rice ratio and the sauce drizzled on top was delicious Chicken cutlet curry and rice - good flavor. The chicken was fried to the way we like it. You're not cracking your teeth here Shrimp tempura and veggie tempura - not the most exciting dish but kids wanted to try it. They give you soy sauce to drizzle, otherwise it's quite a bland dish. Super convenient spot to dine if you gotta be in the area.

If you want to feel like you finished a marathon without running a single step just eat a spicy…read moresoup on a hot summer day. The spicy tantan ramen was umami, and filling, and the heat from the soup made me sweat in a good way (yes that exists). Also ordered the honey green tea which was sweet, cooling, and refreshing. My friend loved her food too. Left this establishment with my stomach on the brink of bursting which means the portion size was good, and took some leftovers home. The view at the window was such a huge plus, I love people watching while I eat. Plants on the walls and counter added a cozy vibe to the ambiance, and service was quick!

The food did not taste good, and the price of the lunch special was different from what was…read moreadvertised. After adding taxes, the final price was even higher. The lunch special was supposed to come with a choice of soup or salad, but I was not asked which one I wanted. They simply brought soup without asking. Overall, the service was poor, the pricing was misleading, and the food was disappointing. I would not recommend this place.

I have visited 8 Ramen on multiple occasions and really enjoyed my meals. I have had the pork bun,…read morethe tonkatsu noodle soup, garlic rice, and the fried squid; everything is always fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The portions were satisfying, and the service was great. They are a bit on the pricey side, but the quality of the food definitely shows. Overall, a delicious spot worth visiting!

Lulu is the best in customer service . A welcoming experience indeed. The place is a quaint and…read moreclean place with 5 tables. The noodles is fresh with a solid braised pork belly . and the food is delicious .

Very nice warm clean location Lisa is very nice will…read moredefentley recommend this place Amazing food the music was very nice and relaxing the sangria amazing

Randomly stopped in here one day because I was craving Ramen and in the area, but I was surprised…read moreto find out they had a Tuesday special. It was $30 for a drink and 3 apps. Absolutely worth it and I'll be going back! We got the stuffed calamari (so good that we ate it before taking a pic), steak tacos and the katsu sandwich. Honestly, each app was BUSSIN BUSSIN. I was so surprised. The flavors were amazing, great portion and they came out in a nice timely fashion. If I could eat that sandwich everyday I would . The ramen was pretty good but it wasn't the star of the show. The surprise star was the green tea crème brûlée. Top 3 desserts I've had for the year honestly. Ambiance was very nice! Great date night or catching up with coworkers. Service was great! Very attentive and also made good suggestions.

The food there is so fresh, the service also was excellent and very friendly. Beautiful family that…read moreruns it! Price point is affordable, especially for lunch, comes with a complementary miso or soda! Eel tasted delicious, it's my favorite! I love that it's very near to where i live, also lots of parking in the area, it is free meters after 6pm. Must visit you won't regret!

Compared to the previous owners, this team tries to maintain the standard but just misses the mark…read more Yet, it is still a great option in the neighborhood with fresh ingredients, friendly service, and good size portions. No matter if you come alone or with a group, you will enjoy your time here. Recommend!

Had a great time, great drinks , excellent service , wonderful environment , amazing vibe , would…read morerecommend!! ALSO plenty of gluten free options!

Here's a polished review you could post:…read more Kinha was a pleasant surprise! The restaurant looks newly renovated with a modern, fresh interior that's very clean and even smells great when you walk in. The food was delicious, and everything we ordered was well prepared. We also appreciated that we didn't need a reservation and were seated right away. Overall, it's a clean, comfortable spot with good food and a welcoming atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

Delicious! Amazing ramen bowl!…read more Large menu to choose from. Will definitely be back! Service was great too!

I've gone here quite a few times since this place opened and the service is getting bad…read more The last time it happened I thought it was just me but then it happened again yesterday. We ordered 3 appetizers: Chicken Kara-Age, Vegetable Gyoza, Creamy Croquette, 1 entree: Gyudon (Beef) 1 dessert: mango sticky rice Drinks: Japanese Beer & Lychee Mocktail We asked for plates to eat since we were sharing all the food and I'm forever on a diet and not eating much. The lady rolled her eyes and said why. I had to insist on receiving plates. There is a male server and he is the sweetest person and never an issue. There is a female server and she is consistently rude. The last time this happened i was with 3 friends and we asked for hot tea and the server waI said I won't go again but tried them again. Now I am really never going back.