Located right in the heart of the Market 32 square (Quarry Walk), this spot is incredibly…read moreconvenient. The development there has come a long way over the last few years, making it a great destination for a quick lunch or a sit-down dinner. Plus, having plenty of parking in a modern, well-maintained square is a massive win--no circling the block looking for a spot here. While the name promises "Bao," I haven't ventured into that side of the menu just yet. Why? Because the Ramen is too good to pass up. The Meat Soup (Ramen) is my go-to. The broth is rich, savory, and clearly made with care. It's the kind of "fantastic" comfort food you want on a chilly Connecticut day. The meat is tender and the portions are satisfying. If you're in the Oxford area and looking for authentic flavors in a clean, modern setting, this is the place. It's easy to get to, easy to park, and the soup never misses.

As always fantastic food, great service with everything clean and well organized! Never tried…read moreanything I didn't like and whenever we reorder the food consistently meets expectations!!!

There is a bunch of talk in CT about their noodles, which have been available in NYC, but no so…read moremuch in CT. So, been meaning to try. The approach is quite easy from Boston Post Road. I wanted their Signature JBC rice noodles, but wanted it with seafood instead. When I asked, I was immediately accommodated. I asked about the things used in making this noodle and the waitress explained well. Wood-ear mushrooms seem ubiquitous and they were made just right. We had some scallion pancakes with curry sauce. (My thought, the regular soy sauce would be better. May be my preference. ) The stir fried chicken noodle was quite good. The hot sauce on the side was quite spicy! Great experience. Good staff.

The food was excellent, full of deep flavor and taste. They slightly overcook the seasoned egg,…read moreyolk was firm. However, overall very pleasant Tonkotsu. The Service was extremely attentive, coming to the table several times. The environment was not exceptional however it was reasonable, clean, and full of customers who obviously enjoyed their time.

Best ramen on the shoreline as always! Everything I stated in the previous review still applies,…read moreadding a photo

Wanted something different for dinner. We enjoyed a cup of decaf barley tea and bau buns while…read morewaiting for our ramen bowls. I enjoyed the chasu my husband got the veggie. Tasty, nice portion, and fresh ingredients. Clean, simple dining with seating inside and out. Ample parking and easy access. Friendly and professional service. Next time want to try the Pad Thai! Thanks!

This place is my favorite restaurant. Been going for the last 6 months. We get the coffees Togo a…read morelot and they are delicious. Their food is amazing and the people there are very nice.

I was excited to try a halal noodle restaurant but wasn't very impressed unfortunately. I…read moredefinitely appreciate more halal options for different cuisines though and love to see more and more restaurants using halal meat. The chicken wings were nice and crispy, but the rest of the food was okay. The ramen broth was good, although I wish the description mentioned the strong ginger taste. The beef was dry but not bad overall. My husband had the udon noodles with beef and it had no taste...he used the sauce from the chicken wings to add flavor. We ordered glass noodles with shrimp to go and when we came home, it was chicken instead so that was really disappointing. Service was slow overall but the restaurant is clean and has a lot of seating and parking. Note they have high chairs but restrooms do not have changing tables.

One of my favorite Ramen/Asian restaurants around. I just found out that this place is a chain…read morewhich surprises me. They gave me more of a locally owned store. Great servers. Amazing food. This place is definitely great for 90's kids with their selection of music. Everything I eat here is always so good. So flavorful. The mushroom dumplings are HIGHLY recommended. Pro tip: get a side of their chili oil on the side with your food. Service 10/10 Food 9.7/10

I ordered the shoyu paitan from Mecha Noodle Bar to-go. What matters most to me in ramen is the…read moredepth of the broth, and Mecha definitely delivered. It was rich, creamy, and full of flavor, the kind of meal that just hits on a cold, rainy day. I wasn't entirely sure what type of noodles they used. I usually prefer noodles with a slightly buttery texture and a bit more slip. The chicken was well seasoned with subtle hints of anise that reminded me of pho. Overall, I really enjoyed it. It's a close contender to Menya Gumi's paitan, but I still prefer Menya Gumi just a little more.

Looking for some of the best ramen in CT? Look no further cause Menya Gumi has got you covered. So…read moremany different options and variety for those who want noodles and those who prefer finger foods. I loved the katsu sando it was perfect in flavor and texture the crispy pork and the toasted bread was perfect! Thank you so much I'm jealous of the Yalies who get to have it as often as they want!

I tried the soup dumplings, ramen, and katsu sandwich with Menya Gumi on a busy Friday night. Food…read moreaside, the restaurant was crazy busy and very chaotic. There were only three servers and many people were not receiving their orders, water refills, and checks as needed. The servers were all stressed and the environment wasn't welcoming. I hope this establishment can provide more workers on shift to create a better experience for all involved. The food was all pretty solid. I eat a lot of Asian food and found this to be pretty on par with a lot of Asian restaurants in the U.S.- a bit too salty, lacking vegetables, and still pretty palatable. I don't have any qualms with the food, but doubt I'll be back due to the environment.

The food was authentic and flavorful. There was depth in every dish. I highly recommend the red oil…read moredumplings. Bring a friend!!

This is the closest Mecha Noodle Bar location to my home. I've dined in before and had really good…read moreservice, but this time I was alone and ordered my usual pho ga, adding greens to-go. As usual, the pho tasted clean, fresh, and comforting, definitely one of those meals that just feels good to eat. That said, it is a bit more pricey compared to other local pho spots. I also decided to try a few extras this time. I got the Temple of the Sun boba, which is African nectar tea, pineapple, and passion fruit, it was good. I picked up a jar of their signature Szechuan style chili oil, Mecha Red Oil Sauce to add a kick to dishes at home. For dessert, I grabbed Bonnie's Banana Pudding with ube, vanilla pudding, banana chips, and vanilla wafers. It was my first time trying ube banana pudding, and it did not disappoint a flavorful fun twist on a classic. Overall, even though it's a little more expensive, Mecha is consistent when it comes to fresh, clean tasting food.

We were a group of 20+ people the day after Thanksgiving…read more We called to make sure it was OK to load up. They accepted and the service was really good. The food was excellent and hit the spot after all the food the previous day. (Satisfying different taste buds). Lot of orders around the table, with drinks. They managed it really well. (Given the lethargic start to the day after Thanksgiving everywhere) Great spot.

Tried this place on a whim after seeing the 4.4 stars on Yelp, and once again, my fellow reviewers…read moredid not steer me wrong. This spot absolutely did not disappoint. The ramen was fantastic, but honestly, the service was even better. Everything came out super quickly, the restaurant was spotless, and the staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. I ordered the shrimp tempura ramen and it was SO good. The shrimp tempura stayed crispy, the broth was flavorful, and the portion was generous. We also got the edamame, which tasted really fresh with the perfect crisp bite to it. I wasn't sure if I wanted to fully commit to the spicy garlic sauce, so I asked for it on the side... and immediately fell in love with it. We ended up dipping EVERYTHING in it, including the dumplings, which were absolutely delicious. My friend ordered a boba tea without the boba and really enjoyed it. They also got a sushi roll, and I tried some of the California roll myself. Sometimes all you want is a nice, fresh piece of sushi, and this definitely delivered. Also, points for serving the Diet Coke in a bottle. Nothing is worse than an inconsistent fountain! If we're ever back in the New Haven/Hamden area, this will absolutely be our go-to ramen spot. We'll definitely be back!