My wife has never had Ramen before so I hit Yelp and looked for a good spot to try. Since you are reading this, you know we ended up at Ima. We are so glad we did. We got in before the crowd and had a table by the window. It is a smaller restaurant so seats are limited. That said the staff were super nice and helpful. We ordered the mushroom gyoza and chicken bites for starters. We messed up and asked for the spicy sauce for the chicken on the side, it is way better on so don't to that! My wife had the Miso Ramen with ginger chicken and I had the kaarage chicken ramen. We loved it. Packed full of meat, noodles and veggies and a soft boiled egg. So delicious. We will be back!! read more

Walked in and interrupted the man on his phone at the hostess stand (I think he was covering a break) and was sat quickly at a one person table facing the wall. Gave me a water and asked for my order, thankfully I knew what I wanted. Food came out quickly but I waited until I was almost done eating to get more water. Golden curry was yummy. Pay from your receipt, fee is added for what seems like benefits for the servers - I'm okay with that. read more

Ima Noodles - Golden Curry with chicken, add egg - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

Excellent ramen! Loved the hot chicken ramen. Very flavorful and packed with ingredients. The chicken was so large I could finish. Also freshly fried and very juicy. Spiciness level is just right for me. Ramen was good texture. Would recommend if you like spicy and savory. The kids fries and chicken was also well fried. read more

Ima Noodles - Kids chicken fries - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

Part of a little strip mall area, but truly a hidden gem in Madison heights. Definitely recommend trying to get there early for dinner as the place fills up fast with regulars. Some tasty and ingredient filled ramen dishes. The fry appetizer is so good and you can even get a fun sake souvenir glass. Quick and casual food service but still very much a sit down establishment. Fun spot with good food. Good for a casual date or a meal with a small group of friends. read more

Ima Noodles - The fry appetizer, so good - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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Now this place is fantastic went in to get sushi but they don't serve sushi at all only ramen. The guy at the host desk which I got the feeling was the owner or manager was so nice . He explained they don't serve sushi just ramen and recommended a sushi place for me. Which I thought was so nice and genuine. He then told me when you're ready for ramen come back to me. So I did and when I say this is the place to stop for ramen. It was so fresh and delicious. Located in a pretty big shopping center by target off John r. My favorite ramen spot now. Not a very big place but just the right size! It's a must stop and try. The only Con is I wish they also served sushi lol. read more

Ima Noodles - Outside restaurant - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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Have been meaning to try this place since they opened in Detroit, but finally got around to trying this location as it is conveniently next to the Chinese grocery store. We tried the Shrimp Kimchi Udon, Tonkatsu Ramen, Unagi-don. All were on point with flavor and portion size. The staff was super attentive and service was quick. Also, a solid place to take kids. My son, who is a self-proclaimed ramen expert says it is now his favorite ramen in the area. So will definitely be going back. read more

I stay in Madison Heights for business sporadically. I am so pumped there's a ramen cafe here. It's not pretentious or exclusive. Prices are quite fair for what they offer. Three sake selections, too! Not too loud, perfect for date night or dinner with your posse. I dare say it is kid friendly :-). I could not resist getting the spicy pork ramen (Tonkatsu). I also tried the shiitake mushroom bao buns. WOW so yummy. Servers are so friendly. I'll be back for sure. read more

Ima Noodles - Spicy Pork Tonkotsu Ramen. Spiciness was about a 70 on a scale from 1-100. Bring your hankies! :-). Sofaking goood. - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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I have had the corktown location multiple times and love it! Decided to come here after work with some co workers for happy hour and the food did not disappoint. The waiter was friendly and very helpful with answering all of our questions. The restaurant is a bit small but not bad for a weekday. read more

Ima Noodles - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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Food- we loved the ramen here. We got the tori paitan with ginger chicken and the hot chicken karaage ramen. The spicy chicken ramen was extra extra spicy, so spicy lovers beware. It was much spicier than comparable spicy chicken ramens in metro Detroit. The tori paitan broth was very rich and flavorful. Ambiance- the restaurant is clean, and decor is simple. They have ample outdoor patio seating. Service- there really is not service from a server like at a regular restaurant. Someone comes to take your order, someone else to deliver the food. We were waiting to pay for a long time, it was confusing and we almost got up and walked around looking for a staff member. It was Saturday and seemed a bit busy, so maybe it is that. Location- next to 168 Asian market, tiger sugar boba, and Yugo asian lifestyle, they have the perfect location. Overall, we liked our experience here and are likely to be back soon! read more

Ima Noodles - Tori Paitan Ramen - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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Good food and decent service. Has ramen, pho, and udon noodles on menu. Some shareable. They also serves alcohol. Restaurant layout a bit weird. Two dining areas not in view of each other. Not much in way of ambiance. Looks a bit like a fast food place. read more

Amazing ramen here and great sides like karaage and buns. The spicy chicken karaage was excellent. They also have a rad dessert called berries and cream that is cream, corn flakes and berries plus honey - it's pretty bomb. Relatively roomy interior and excellent, very attentive service. Also located in Madison Heights, near the 168 Asian Mart. Also related to the other Ima chains near Wayne State and in Corktown. Highly recommended! read more

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Waiter was engaging and informative. They have their own siracha. Delicious. Comes in a steel bowl to keep it hot. We also had the fried chicken wonton dumplings. SO good. Would definitely go again ! read more

Ima Noodles - Beef pho - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

We love going to ima for a late date night! We usually go to the one in midtown, the environment is great down there and while the food was still great here i feel like the locations downtown are more inviting! Our server was so sweet and kind but the atmosphere felt off! read more

Ima Noodles - Spicy Tori Ramen - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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I have been here twice. Once a couple years ago and once again yesterday. Both times I left feeling the same about the restaurant. Good food. Way overpriced. For two bowls of noodles (no sides, no drinks), our bill landed over $50 (we did tip). And for $50 we weren't even seated at a table, we had to sit at a counter which generally is fine but no wait staff checked in on us and the chairs are extremely uncomfortable. Had to hunt people down for water multiple times. The hostess was nice but other than that service was lacking. We ordered from a QR code at our counter. The food itself was yummy. I had a spicy seafood kimchi udon and the husband had a spicy pork tonkatsu ramen (but actually subbed udon). Honestly the food presentation and taste was fine i just felt like with the amount of food they give its not worth the over $20 per bowl. I would expect that for airport prices but not at a noodle shop. Sometimes places will have a higher price point for food if the atmosphere is elevated or the vibes are meant to be appreciated. This didn't really honestly didn't seem like the case here at this restaurant. I think there are just as fine noodle restaurants in the area with more better seating, better service, and at a way cheaper price point. I would come back if other people wanted to go bc the food is good but it wouldn't be my first choice in the area. read more

Ima Noodles - Seafood spicy kimchi udon - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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I had heard good things about Ima and wanted to give it a try! We ordered the Spicy Pork Udon and the Pork Tonkatsu Ramen. I would say between the two DEFINITELY go for the Pork Tonkatsu Ramen. The smoked pork belly was tender and absolutely delicious. The noodles were perfectly cooked, not overdone. The udon dish was just okay for me. It tasted good but I probably wouldn't order again and opt to try something new! read more

Ima Noodles - Pork Tonkotsu Ramen (back) and Spicy Pork Udon (front) - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

It's been a minute since I've been to Ima and back in the day (pre pandemic and not at this location), I only tried their udon and thought it was pretty good for the D! I was in the area and was craving noods so decided to stop in at Ima. It's in the 168 plaza. Appreciate that Ima is super solo dining friendly - bar tops as well as some "half picnic" tables where 2 can sit by side outside. Also, you can just order with Toast with the QR code which makes for a pretty seamless experience. While there was happy hour (daily M-F from 3-6pm, yep even on Labor Day!), I decided to show restraint and not over order for myself. So I ended up getting: * Pickle Plate - love me a good pickle plate. All was pretty good from the shiitake to the curried pickled cauli. * Spicy Tonkatsu: I added extra egg without realizing it came with a jammy egg already! Wasn't mad about it though. The broth is pretty thick and flavorful. I was worried that the ramen would be super soggy but it wasn't. It was a touch more cooked than I prefer (I like springy al denteness) but there wasn't an option to customize that. All in all, I still smashed the whole bowl and the entire pickle plate. There's soo many options in Troy but happy to see ima thriving with good quality! read more

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I ordered take out for the spicy tori ramen not that long ago and I love ramen so I was definitely excited to try. The broth and the other ingredients were fine but the noodles tasted like pure dough, uncooked noodles. Maybe I just got bad service today but this definitely ruined my expectations for this restaurant and I will be unfortunately avoiding. Edit: I had to add my own seasoning for the broth and used my own noodles read more

Ima Noodles - Spicy Tori Ramen - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

Good enough noodles, but not quite sure I agree with the stock flavor. I ordered tonkotsu ramen (pork broth) and the flavor is far from any of the staple bowls I have had. [I'm a resident of Los Angeles, frequenting to Japan on a yearly basis since 2008.] read more

A quieter location than downtown Ima so you don't have to wait. Taste the same as original locations. Love their broth and goes well with their noodles. They have so many varieties on their menu and all of them are good. Some are rich and some are lighter, especially the vegetables broth. They don't lack in flavor though. Get the extra soft eggs with your noodles, I think it make your meal more fulfilling My complain is their rice dish. it looks nice but there are not enough toppings like in their pictures. There are only 3 slices of fish when their pictures show a whole fillet. It is call Ima Noodles so just focus on their noodles read more

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Went once happy hour started, great food, great price, super quick service. Would absolutely come back.

Came in for dinner and ordered the Tofu miso ramen and the karaage chicken bites. The karaage was great. Crunchy exterior, juicy interior. If you like spicy, the chili oil they have packs a bit of punch if you're not used to it. The house pickles and furikake was a nice touch on the side. The miso ramen was good. Mellow flavor, toppings were everything you'd expect. Will be back again to try out the rest of the menu. read more

Ima Noodles - Tofu miso ramen. - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

Absolutely delicious ramen place. The pork belly was impeccably cooked, as was everything else in the bowl. My son got the fried chicken and said it was incredible as well. Service was really friendly. I look forward to returning! read more

Ima Noodles - Spicy Pork Tonkotsu Ramen - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

Food, service, ambiance = meh. We walked in and there was a sign that says a server will see you shortly and instruct you on how to order. Somebody came up to us and just said sit wherever you want. So we sat there a good 10 minutes and nothing happened so I went up to the hostess, who wasn't at the front when we arrived and asked her for some menus. Took the menus back to the table and sat there for another 10 minutes before I went back up to the hostess and asked if anybody was going to give us table service. She said I needed to ask that when I arrived. Seriously? We ordered the spicy Tori ramen in the Tori udon. Both which came to the table and presentation was extraordinary. However, the taste did not live up to the presentation. Broth was bland, spice was nil, and I was just craving more flavor and each dish. I guess I was just used to urban ramen where their broth was so rich and delicious. Has a cafeteria like feel to it. It was fine. Will I go back? Not sure. Might go back to try the happy hour specials, but undecided as of now. read more

Ima Noodles - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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Delicious! We came in search of ramen and were not disappointed. I ended up getting the Spicy Tuna rice bowl- delicious and amazing flavor! My friend loved the ramen and we got the Tokyo fries as an appetizer- some of the best fries I've ever had! The staff were very friendly and the interior had a fun vibe to it. Highly recommend! read more

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The place was packed almost every table was taken and people were picking up take out almost every minute. The hostess was very nice and welcoming. The server was okay she didn't really come by our table much we had to search for her for the check and just asked the hostess for a take away container. Regardless of the server. The rest of the staff was very prompt and friendly. The food is always good here or at any of the other locations. I like this one because they have allot of the original menu. I had the miso ramen with root veggies. It was flavorful and they pan friend the tofu which was great the egg was cooked well but was cold on the inside like it was in a fridge. My partner had the spicy pork udon with added chili shrimp and said it was amazing that's his favorite dish. The edamame had great seasoning but was lukewarm warm. Other than the temp on a two temp everything was tasty and it didn't detract from the flavor. read more

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Ima is just consistently sooo good. They have a ton of options on the menu from ramen to udon, pho, dumplings, rice bowls, karaage sandwiches, and more. I've only gotten ramen during my visits here, and even then, there's such a wide range of options and customizations that I never get bored of eating it. The Madison Heights location is conveniently located right off of John R, in the plaza with Target. There's plenty of parking, and also a nice outdoor patio area. When you walk in, there is a host waiting to seat you, and then you can either order on your phone or go up to the counter to place your order. It's a very easy dining experience. And, they also offer takeout! On my last visit, I tried the pork tonkotsu ramen, and it was delicious! The broth was rich and flavorful. In past visits, I've also tried the miso ramen and the seafood kimchi ramen. All were delicious. You really can't go wrong with coming here! read more

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The Ima semi fast casual setup near Oakland Mall has been on my list for years to try. When we walked in, my sister and I waited at the door for a few minutes before someone arrived to tell us we could pick any table. The sign said to wait to be seated but given it was a week day afternoon, it wasn't very busy. Once seated, we weren't really given much instruction but figured out that to order we needed to scan the QR code on the table where you place your order to the kitchen and can pay all in one go. The process is simple enough but the experience is lack luster. We ordered the shiitake mushroom dumplings, chicken wontons and each tried a different type of ramen. Are there vegan options? Yes and with many ways to customize your order. However, I would love to see vegan ramen labeled that vegetable focused with the vegan miso broth so that I don't have to make multiple modifications just to get a variety of veg in my ramen, it's also more expensive to create your own because you have to remove things and then pay to add different ingredients while the other ramen flavors start with more variety and options. There is a distinctly labeled vegan Pho on the menu for those that prefer pho. The miso ramen is vegan when ordered without egg, which is what I had. The photos don't do it justice to show how huge the bowls are! You get a lot but unfortunately there was almost no flavor to anything. The miso broth was bland and there wasn't any flavor coming from any of the add-ins or vegetables. It also wasn't served very warm and given we sat just across from the kitchen and it wasn't a busy afternoon, I was surprised it would have cooled down already. Overall the experience wasn't what I was hoping for. The menu required too many modifications for my dietary preferences and even with that, the flavor was so lacking I wouldn't visit this location again. read more

Ima Noodles - Miso ramen without egg - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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Stopped here for dinner on a Friday evening with my boyfriend and brother. We all got pork tonkotsu (spicy and regular). I appreciate the nice cloudy broth and the amount of toppings that came on the ramen. My brother got extra pork belly, and I thought the price for how big of a piece he got was kind of a lot ($6). The pork belly was very tender and yummy though, the spicy version has a spicy sauce torched onto it. We also got an order of the Tokyo street fries which were SO SO GOOD. Perfectly crispy with the right amount of umami sauce and other toppings. Service was fast and friendly. There's plenty of seating here at tables and at bar windows. read more

Ima Noodles - Pork Tonkotsu Ramen - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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Ima update! Ita definitely been a minute since I've been to this location- they can thank another ramen place that was strangely closed, on a random Saturday night. You now get greeted, then sat down at a table. You order on your phone for your table. A little snafu with ordering adult libation- both choices I wanted were not available. They were taken off the bill. The appetizer of chicken wontons with a chili sauce are not pictured because they were eaten too quickly! The ramen was tasty. The menu is way bigger than once upon a time when they opened. I was sad to see the jicama "tacos" are no longer available, however they have all the noodles you'd ever want- pho, ramen, udon. They also have some rice dishes too. Definitely will be back- conveniently located near a lot of shopping areas read more

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Always have a good experience. I love the appetizers The workers are always very friendly. read more

Taste: 4/10 The presentation was really solid as shown in the pic, but unfortunately, the taste didn't live up to expectations. The broth, protein, and noodles were all mediocre and left a lot to be desired. Overall, it wasn't a memorable meal, and there's definitely room for improvement in flavor. Service: N/A This is a self-service setup where you order at the counter and grab your food. There's minimal interaction with staff, so not much to evaluate here. Ambiance: 7/10 The setup is pretty standard. The option for outdoor seating is a nice touch, but there's nothing particularly noteworthy about the ambiance--it's what you'd expect from a casual, trendy spot. Value: 3/10 For the price, the meal fell short in terms of quality and taste. It feels overpriced for what it is, and the flavors don't justify the cost. While the restaurant may appeal to the trendy crowd, I found it overhyped and not worth the premium. I'd give it a go and see if yours is better. read more

Ima Noodles - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

Old reliable Ima... whenever i need a comfort meal this is my go-to spot. Always great to come here solo or with friends and family. My personal favorites on the menu are the ramen and udon. they always make their noodles perfect and the toppings are sumptuous! Combined with super friendly staff and good vibes, you can't go wrong with a meal here. I often come for lunch on my days off when i need to treat myself to the comforting flavors of a wonderful noodle dish! read more

Ima Noodles - vegan Miso Ramen - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

I wasn't going to review, but the waiter did something akin to "leave now" in MY eyes. I ordered hot ginger green tea which arrived to the table in a tea pot with two cute little tea cups, & a pork belly don ($18) with an add on of soft egg (+2). I was disappointed to see a single slim strip of pork belly on a cup of rice surrounded by yummy veggies. I asked the size of the add on on pork belly, & was told it's a strip but they "try to make it a big piece." I declined the add on. I had a (tea) cup full of tea & a little less than half a pot left. (The pot isn't see through.) My Mom was still eating her food. The bill was brought to the table (with 2 lychee candies) & we were told "whenever you're ready." I had planned to order another appetizer with the rest of my tea. (There was a couple next to us who were there before we were seated and no bill was placed on their table.) I'm sure the defense will be preparation for an easy & quick exit for everyone, but To ME it means that Im being told that I am done ordering. We were then politely asked if we wanted to go containers by the other waitress & I snippily replied, she's still eating (corrected myself). Then said yes, I would like a box, please. Mom finished her food, we paid the bill and left. read more

Ima Noodles - Dumplings - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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This was my first time at the Madison Heights location, and it did not disappoint! Still some of the best ramen I've ever had. The vibe is fun and modern, I will absolutely be back. read more

Ima Noodles - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

OBSESSED. Delicious ramen, lots of flavor, and the sweetest staff. The restaurant itself is casual and cozy- would be perfect on a rainy day. read more

Ima Noodles - Spicy Tori Ramen - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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Ima is a GO-TO! also they have an amazing happy hour that i would recommend. If you're ever in the mood for some divine noodles, make your way over here. They do an excellent job with the mushrooms and tofu noodles, excellent umami, with phenomenal toppings that add such great texture to the dish. It is counter service, but they bring your dish to you, and summer seating is out on their patio. But as it's on John R the road noise is something to note read more

Ima Noodles - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

Hands down the best Ramen in Detroit! The John R location seems like an odd choice, in an aging parking lot of a suburban mini mall. Usually home of Chili's or an Applebee's. Once you get past the location, the space is cool and funky, the staff is super knowledgeable and attentive. The star of the show is the Ramen, rich, full of flavor, perfect portions, authentic. I've tried Ramen all over the country, New York, SF, Boston, etc.. this is top 5 for me, definitely the best in Detroit area. The location Downtown is just as good and sits on the main stripe in Corktown. More fitting location for the space and vibe but John R is great for the convenience for the suburbanites. read more

I have been to all the locations and I am never of them disappointed. I love the flavor of all the items on the menu and I enjoy the shareables that they have. It's a fun place to experience good flavor and have a wonderful meal every time you visit. The service was very good, and it was quite fast, and even the waiter was attentive, and ensuring that we had all that we needed like the napkins forks and always our water was filled. It was a wonderful pleasant service. I only feel that the ambiance should have been a little well-kept compared to the other locations. I felt this location lacked in the cleanliness part of the ambience, especially the decor. Everything was a little outdated, but the flavor in the food forgives that. I must visit place everyone around Madison Heights, and also it's worth the drive in case you're far away. Overall, a wonderful place to enjoy Japanese, Korean and Asian cuisine read more

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My boyfriend and I were in the area and was craving ramen. He ordered the Spicy Tori ramen and I ordered the Shoyu Ramen. We opted for the chicken instead of the pork loin but were left disappointed. The chicken was dry and bland. The broth was also okay. It didn't really taste like anything and I felt that the ramen lacked flavor. Maybe it's because we got takeout. read more

Ima Noodles - Noodles Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

It was a hit! I had been here once before, but I thought I'd try taking the kids here because hot soup is just what the cold, winter weather called for. We started off with the Tokyo street fries. Everyone loved them. They were battered fries that provided the perfect crunch, with an umami drizzle and shredded seaweed on them. Next, our soups arrived. My spicy broth was delicious and full-bodied. My daughter loved her miso soup with added baby corn, and my son slurped up all of his chicken udon noodle soup (the most difficult of all of us to please)! He did not leave a single drop. In the end, we had to fight for the funnel cake fries. Our waitress was kind and help. The restaurant has a modern, casual vibe and we loved the disco ball. My son insisted on dancing beneath it. Plenty of parking along the front and side of the restaurant. A great place to catch up with friends or go for a quick, tasty bite. read more

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