Rich soup broth and fresh noodles. Efficient and energetic waitstaff. The wait was worth it. You can get great coffee and sake and snacks while you wait for your table. read more

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It was my first time at this location and it's hard to find. Service was good and food was delicious. I have to say the lower Manhattan location was better. read more

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Doesn't look like much when you walk past but this is definitely a place you must visit. I eat here at least twice a week and the food never disappoints. The staff are very kind and friendly. The place is well taken care of and has many safety protocols in place to ensure a safe dining experience. read more

No worse than its Eastside counterpart. The broth of the Hakata Classic was incredibly flavorful, and the noodles are delicious. Make sure to add the Kakuni (braised pork belly) and Nitamago (soft boiled egg) as toppings, the fatty pork just melts in your mouth and the yolk of the egg is incredibly smooth and creamy! read more

Amazing experience. Had so much fun the staff was great the food was great! Best ramen ever! read more

IPPUDO Westside - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Best Ramen I've had in my life considering I survived on #cupofnoodles since the beginning of time. From the scrumptious pork that was tender to the touch to the broth that had the most perfect balance of seasoning and spice. This meal got better and better with every bite. I finished this entire bowl within 5minutes.. but had the hiccups immediately after ..considering how I was caught in a noodle trans. I could definitely eat this every night, I would just change the level of spice each time to keep the spazzaz. A definitely must try for anyone who wants a warm and homely meal. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Pork Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

If you're a fan of good ramen, Ippudo is an ideal spot for you. Is it the absolute best bowl of ramen you can get in the world? No, not at all. That being said, it's damn good, and is rather affordable for the quality as well. When I go, I like to pair an order of the pork Ippudo Buns with the Akamaru Modern ramen, and that combo is plenty of great food for $27 before tax or tip. Oh, and be sure to get Kai Dama, which is a complete cheat code. For just $2, they'll provide you with plenty more noodles to add to your remaining broth. All in all, this is a great spot when you've got that ramen craving we all get sometimes. You know the one... read more

IPPUDO Westside - Ippudo Buns ... an absolute star of a dish! - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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came here as a party of 1 on a saturday night for some ramen. was seated at the bar in about 10-15 minutes. service is super fast, and the servers at the bar really are dedicated to quick but great service. I was given a menu/water upon sitting. I ordered within 5 minutes and my ramen probably came out less than 5 minutes after that. i got the classic style ramen (the one with the light tan colored broth). disclaimer: i am not a huge fan of ramen. BUT i loved it. it was so warm, fresh, umami, and the noodles were perfectly al dente. probably the best ramen ive ever had and ive tried tatsu, shin sen gumi, tsujita, etc. i actually stumbled on this restaurant on accident but im so glad i did. it has very modern vibes and i would definitely come back here on a cold day for some really satisfying ramen :) read more

Ippudo was a must eat for my family after coming to NYC for a short visit. Again, the food is always solid and the covid distancing and cleaning was great. read more

The ramen is about the same in quality and taste as the original Ippudo, which is to say... very good. We went on a Sunday around 6 pm and for any parties larger than 3, there was already a 30 minute wait. But, it was definitely worth it. I prefer the decor of this restaurant than the original Ippudo - more 'relaxed' and less 'clubby' than the other one. Service was good - no complaints. And appetizers were delicious. We look forward to the addition of more ramen choices in the future! read more

Came here for my first Ippudo experience on a midweek business lunch, around 11:45ish? Party of 4. We were immediately seated (there were a few empty tables still) I ordered the Karaka Men (the original silky "tonkatsu" (pork) soup noodles, with ippudo's special blend of hot spices, topped with pork chashu, sesame kikurage mushrooms, onion, minced pork, and scallions) Came out pretty quickly; however, I wish the ramen all came at the same time. The Karaka Men wasn't really as spicy as I had hoped, but still had a nice heat to it. The pork chashu was the perfect balance of fat and meat, and they cut it at a pretty good thickness too (because I've experienced way too many sad little slivers of meat on my ramen... bleh) Soup was DELICIOUS, and the noodles were alright. Wish they were a little thicker, but good consistency. All in all, I guess its worth the hype. However, maybe not worth the crazy wait I've heard about. read more

Same thing as the Village location, only it's less of a wait because not everyone knows that it exists (yet), or people are a bunch of snobs and want to visit "the original" (never mind that this is a huge Japanese chain). The pork buns are tasty, but dang these are some pricey ramen noodles. read more

Yay, an Ippudo is now on the west side! Hollaaaaa. Better come here quickly, because a wait is starting to slowly form! We got: the hirata pork buns (yum but I wouldn't say it was really worth the price-though you are coming here while knowing this place is pricey!) and the karaka-men ramen (yay to spiciness!). We also got another pork dish but I can't seem to find it on their online menu. Anyhow, you really only need one order of pork to get your fill, and some ramen! The service was friendly and the food was pretty good. Nom. read more

Everyone will agree that a 2nd Ippudo was much needed in NY, after all who wants to wait an hour for ramen? So for that I'm glad Ippudo Westside opened. Our wait time was a mere 10mins. However, I personally am not thrilled with a fancified Ippudo. As far as the menu goes, they've got a more expansive menu and even offers gluten free ramen now. I'd stick with the classic Akamaru or Shiromaru if I were you. The chicken ramen I had was forgettable and Totto's is way better. I think, this winter I'll focus on checking out the new crop of ramen shops and if I want a great standby I'd opt for Totto or Hidechan instead. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Tori ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Cute, nice, more mature version of the original Ippudo in LES. If you have been to both places you'll understand what I mean. This place looks like a STEAKHOUSE serving ramen.....design was top notch, bar was beautiful, and so were all the servers! Im not sure if it was my illusion but it seems like they had more items on their menu than the original Ippudo location. read more

4/5 stars Ippudo...the infamous ramen in NYC! Wait on a Saturday was about 40 minutes at 11am. We decided to check out this new venue. I personally think the original one is better, for some odd reason...could be the ambiance. None of the servers were Japanese, but they miraculously knew Japanese phrases! hahah I ordered: 1) Pork buns: yum--never disappointed; although my friend did mention it tasted like McChicken lettuce and mayo--I agree 2) Tonkasu ramen: yumm--noodle is perfect! read more

Still the mack. I went today at 2pm on my own and was seated immediately. It was incredible. Tried the tori ramen for a change and the clear broth was great. Almost chinese tasting. I wouldn't get it over their tonkotsu in the future but if for some reason you come here so much and want some variety then it's worth a try. Also their tako wasabi was great. The octopus was suuuper fresh. Had a real crunch. Very awesome. read more

I still cannot decide if this place is just all hype or if its ramen is really the best in town. This place is always full, so be expected to wait anytime between 30 minutes and 2 hours if you come here during dinner (rush) hours. I tried the pork buns. Honestly, I cannot really tell the difference between the pork buns served here versus other Japanese restaurants. The ramen was good, but also expensive for its serving portion. Did I like the ramen? Yes, absolutely. Did I like it to the point where I must return the next day? Not really. Servers were nice. Food was served super fast. If you could PM to help me better understand this place, that would be greatly appreciated. read more

I tried the shiramaru classic ramen which was good not something to write home about. This location is much more calmer and prettier than the one downtown. Portions are still small. A small pot of green tea was $5. The service was quick with waiter throwing in lots of arrigatos. My friend just came back from 3 years in japan and found it funny how the Caucasian waiter was constantly using the few Japanese phrases he knew, as if it made this dining experience more authentic. I love ramen so I'm biased. read more

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Not nearly as impressive as its original location. We ordered the classic pork buns and ramen and the taste was off.... It was good but no "wow" factor.... They also don't serve poached eggs at this location.... Our server was pretty mean....she gave me a nasty glare when I wanted a photo.... Seriously?! Is it such a request really that shocking or painful? read more

First time eating at Ippudo and it lives up to it's reputation. It took about 20-30 minutes to get a table. There's a bar, high table seating area, and regular table seating. The service was excellent. Our waiter was nice, good about explaining what the menu items were, kept the water full, and table clean. The grilled octopus on skewers tasted like seasoned chicken skewers. The ramen was good, but kind of pricy and the egg was an additional charge. The spoon was huge! Dessert was good. Overall, everything was good. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

This is legit ramen. Other location in NY is crowded apparently so this is a better locale to go to. Other locations in Japan. So it has to be good. The bar wasn't crowded and was great place to wait for a table. The eating area was small size and wouldn't probably be good for large parties. The food was amazing, I got the hotter version than the general one and was not disappointed. The pork buns were a must for an appetizer. Great place to bring out of town guests. When we return to NY, we will be back! read more

IPPUDO Westside - Yum - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

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This place was too hyped up by yelp reviews. I had the Akamara Modern and the broth was good but way less than the amount of noodles. The service was a little pushy, with 4 different staff members asking every 5 minutes if I'm still working on my ramen. That was annoying--do not say, "take your time" when you're gonna ask every few minutes if I'm done eating. Also the server did not know the difference between having separate bills and splitting the bill, I mean how could you work in food service and not know that? To be honest, this place doesn't even compare to Totto Ramen which has about the same length of wait time to get a table, better quality and flavor ramen, plus more appropriate portions and pricing. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Akamara Modern - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

The ramen here was good but saltier than i expected it to be. The minute i walked in, the host greeted us as well as the entire back kitchen. I was a bit surprised but their service was definitely top notch. My water never went below half and the servers kept on checking us to see id everything waa ok. Mybonly complaint was that the ramen wass too salty. i got the spicy ramen (the name escapes me at the moment) with an egg for $17, and it was so filing. One bowl and i was stuffed! If i were to give a score in the individual aspects... Taste:4/5 it was just too salty Service:5/5 amazing servers and they were super attentive Decor:4.5/5 modern and sleek a good place to try if you're ever in the area! read more

The only down side of this place is they dont do take out or delivery. I've only been to a few ramen houses but this is the best thus far. We had the pork buns minus the mayo and it was tender and flavorful. I ordered the Akamaru Modern and picked takana (pickled mustard greens) and shigureni (pulled charsu). So delicious. Noodles were fresh and not overcooked. The broth w/ a pork base and a tsp of their spicy pepper paste...flavor w/ a kick. I ended up leaving my bowl empty. Actually, all four of us did. If you are into Ramen, you should really check this place out. read more

We came for lunch around 12.30 and just beat the long line. Space wasn't tight, with lots of options for bigger groups around a cute bar area. The menu is pretty short, with a seasonal option. I regret not taking the plunge and ordering their special with bourbon in the broth and duck meat. I stuck with the Karaka-men to compare the traditional tonkotsu broth against other ramen shops. It was above average, but not the best I've ever had, to justify the higher price. My friend got the popular Akamaru Modern, which looked prettier - but beware the umami paste ball if you're worried about sodium. Service started out attentive, and then became nonexistent as they got busier. We struggled to get someone's attention for a fork for my friend, and waters weren't refilled. It took us ages to get the bill, and then for them to pick it up. After trying it this once, I would prefer to go to a ramen shop that feels like a neighborhood gem, really caring about their product, rather than this secondary location of a hyped place that just rolls out the bowls to get customers in and out read more

Came to Ippudo Wesiside with hubby last night around 8:30PM , it was all packed , we waited at the bar area for about 40 minutes. I was suspicious in the first beginning because I came see the chef cooking the Ramen was white guy , but I must say , the Ramen I had last night was AMAZING!!!! It is def better than Totto 2, probably as good as Totto 1, but I definitely like Ippudo Westside more just because you can wait inside hanging out by the bar while waiting. Besides Ramen , their fried chicken also blew my mind, it was crispy outside and so juicy inside , I really really like it ! read more

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While it is one of few ramen places in Midtown, it's pretty decent. The broth was pretty good not overly salty as some places. My biggest problem is the bowl are mega sized but the portions are way too small. Ramen is dirty cheap, the broth is harder. I do know that ramen places that caters to non-Asians typically gives less Ramen to avoid non-Asians from sharing one bowl. For about $14-17 I expect a generous portion of ramen and some pickles would be nice too. Service is good just that I felt still hungry and I'm out $20 after tip. read more

Waited 2 hours on a rainy Wednesday. I ordered the spicy Karaka Ramen. The noodle was on point and cooked to perfection: just the right balance with the perfect texture. However, as good as the ramen is, $15 is a lot for a bowl of ramen. One can have cheaper ramen in LA with about the same quality, but overall I think it's worth it for a first timer, but would not come back and wait in the long line again. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Karaka Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

Ramen was delicious - that's pretty much the bottom line. Worth checking out. Make sure to add an egg read more

IPPUDO Westside - Classic plus hard boiled egg - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

This this spot at 11:00 PM after a flight. No wait and all smiles afterwards. The soup base is great and service spot on. Had this one couple fighting right next to us. Felt awkward. Good thing the left. read more

Best Ramen I've had thus far in the city. My coworkers and I came here for lunch a few days ago, and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We came in around 11:45 am to avoid the rush (we tried coming here multiple times, but the wait can be very long). We got a table right away this time. To start, we ordered pork buns. I had the Tori-Shio Ramen with an egg on top. Both items were delicious. The atmosphere and service is also great. Everyone we dealt with was friendly and it has a very cool, modern vibe inside. I'd love to come back for dinner and try another Ramen option. My only qualm is the pricing. It's reasonable for Ramen, but if you want to add anything, It'll cost $3 plus dollars. A $14 bowl of Ramen quickly turns into $25. read more

The wait is long, to be sure, but at this location, there are lots of places to hang around in and have a cocktail while you wait for the call that your table is ready. Fantastic ramen!!! read more

IPPUDO Westside - Hirata Buns - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

If you are a Naruto fan, you must know about this. It's Ichiraku ramen. I have to say this one is better than Ichiran imo. I don't know about how others think but Ippudo is the place to go when it comes to ramen to me. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Ichiraku - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

I walked into Ippudo west at 7pm on a Thursday night. The last thing I expected was for the place to be packed like the DMV 30 mins before closing. After putting myself on the list for a table and was told that the wait would be over an hour I Decided to make Ippudo plan B and try to find something decent to eat in the neighborhood. After walking around the block and sitting down in another Asian spot that we realized was rated horridly I received a text that said "your table will be ready soon". Saved By the text! We left the questionable eatery and rushed over to Ippudo to claim our seats. Extra points to Ippudo for handling their reservations so efficiently. Had it not been for the texts they send we may have never got the chance to experience what this place has to offer. I like the setup in this place. It's a small space but they are using every square foot of it well. In the front is a dimly lit bar that was pretty lively with people drinking cocktails and enjoying pork buns and other appetizers. The back part of Ipuddo is like a portal to a Tokyo noodle house. Within seconds of being back there you hear the wait staff yelling commands to each other in Japanese. The restaurant has a very minimalist design but every small detail ties in to its Japanese theme (like the chopsticks resting on smooth rocks). They do an excellent job of taking you to the orient as you dine for that 45 mins. The Ramen: Excellence, awesomeness & deliciousness a bowl. I ordered the Karaka Men ramen. This ramen soup had an optimal spice level and perfect balance of flavors. It had just enough spice to satisfy my craving for heat without overpowering the other flavors in the soup. All of this dishes ingredients worked together harmoniously to comprise one of the most delectable dishes I have had in recent memory. Every bit of The Broth, Noodles & pork in this ramen were enjoyable. The scallions that abundantly topped the soup provided a savory & crisp contrast to the otherwise soft ingredients in the dish. Simply put, the Karaka Men ramen was perfect. Its perfection was confirmed by the fact that I had absolutely no urge to add salt, pepper, soy sauce or sriracha. My night at Ippudo was one of those first ballot Five star experiences. Everything was executed flawlessly. The staff was helpful and seemed to be enjoying their jobs. The food was unforgettable and I enjoyed the ambiance thoroughly. 1 hour waits are annoying anywhere but they handled it as efficiently as possible so that's a plus for them. I always strive to mention the pros and cons of a place when I review it no matter how much I like the place. As I recall my experience from last night in order to complete this review I can't think of one negative thing to mention. Whoever is orchestrating this operation knows what they're doing. based on last night, Ipuddo has become the default ramen spot in my restaurant rotation. I will be back soon to try appetizers and cocktails and will update with more details. read more

IPPUDO Westside - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

For many, Ippudo is the classic New York ramen joint. It was the first I've been to and the standard by which I compare all others. Even though I have been many times, I still love the greeting when you walk into the restaurant--it feels like I am in Tokyo. The decor is very simple and modern, but elegant in a Japanese way and even sitting at their bar feels like a full restaurant experience. As far as the food, the Tonkatsu broth is deep and complex. The noodles may seem too "al dente" for people used to eating pho or chinese noodles, but you quickly realize that the ramen noodle texture is perfect for holding onto the flavorful broth. It is fun to experiment with add-ons such as egg or seaweed to change up your ramen palette. Also, the other flavors are all excellent. The appetizers here are also invariably delicious, although slightly overpiced. I recommend the pork belly buns. Expect a long wait, even during off hours. They do not take reservations. You might be tempted to visit totto ramen, which is nearby instead, but stay strong for ippudo, because it is well worth it! read more

My must go to when I'm in ny. I always order the akamaru modern with a side of their bakudan spicy paste. The noodles have the perfect bite! The chicken karaage is yummy but small. read more

Ippudo is a chain - I'm not so sure that many New Yorkers have actually tried the Ippudos in Japan, or for that matter, Ippudo any where else in Asia. Definitely the NYC Ippudo is decent, but nothing to go rah-rah about when compared to the original Ippudos in Japan/Asia. Food The ramen soup was way too salty. This isn't how it is in Japan folks. I understand that things are "sweeter in Asia" and "saltier in the States", but folks the soup here was barely tolerable-salty. Service Perhaps I'm spoiled by the top-notch service found in Asia or anywhere else outside of NYC, but the by-golly the waiters/waitresses at this particular Ippudo were easily irritable. When someone at my table asked for a cup of hot water, out waitress snapped back at her - "Everyone asks for water, but if you ever put the water in the ramen soup then we cannot exchange it for you!" Who said anything about exchanging ramen??? I guess a lot of people exchange ramens at Ippudo Westside NYC. Overall, this Ippudo is a odd fusion of NYC loud-bar-scene and the nice Ippudo you would find in Osaka/Tokyo Japan. Call me OG, but I strongly prefer what I found in Japan. It's a shame that NYC's Ippudos couldn't bring enough of the tradition from Japan. read more

I've been to Ippudo two separate times while visiting New York. The second time, I was excited to order a few appetizers and a ramen dish so I could take my leftovers to my hotel room because I was grateful to have a refrigerator and a microwave. However, I was disappointed when I was told that they don't provide to-go containers. Additionally, it is a quite chaotic and very noisy environment so I definitely wouldn't recommend going to dine here if you are looking for a quiet intimate dinner setting. Nonetheless, Ippudo has great ramen. read more

Well, Ippudo was well worth the effort! On our first attempt to eat there (12/23 @ 1230), we were informed it was an hour to hour and a half wait, so we decided to try again the next day. So at 1130 12/24, we were happy to be among the first there and our party of 5 was seated promptly at a table - and by 1145 the place was full! Great energy, pleasant wait-staff, and fun to hear the ramen chefs roaring out a Japanese greeting to everyone who entered. We started off with their fried shishito peppers which were so delicious simply dipped in their seasoned salt. Then their classic ramen: very good tonkatsu broth, good chasu pork loin slices (though not enough of them, even though we ordered extra), and the noodles - though they were thin-cut - were fresh and well-done. Very satisfying meal on a cold day! My wife's vegetarian ramen was also quite good, with a surprisingly deep-flavored umami broth, and probably one of the best veggie ramens she's ever had. We finished with an elegant yuzu sorbet dessert, which was light and just sweet enough to satisfy but not cloying. Overall, an excellent bowl of ramen, though we rated it just a touch below Santouka ramen in Edgewater, NJ (we liked Santouka's springier and thicker noodles and more luscious chasu pork cheek slices better) ... but only just a touch! read more

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