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    Kajiken

    4.4 (39 reviews)
    ModerateNoodles, Japanese
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    3.28.26
    Carroll N.

    3.28.26 I was near Arundel Mills Mall and looking for an Asian restaurant for dinner when this spot came up on Yelp. Given its strong overall rating, I decided to give it a try. I reviewed the menu in advance and already had my mind set on the Sukiyaki Don -- a rice bowl with marinated beef, onions, and scallions. When I arrived, I initially planned to place my order at the kiosk for carryout. However, a staff member promptly acknowledged me, so I opted to order directly with her instead. My food was ready in record time--less than five minutes later, I was on my way. At first glance, the container seemed quite small, but once I plated the contents, the portion felt more substantial than expected. The beef was flavorful, tender, and nicely fatty--just how I prefer it. That said, the ratio of meat to rice was a bit unbalanced, with significantly more rice than beef. As a result, I found myself wishing for more sauce to better complement the rice and ended up adding soy sauce. Overall, the service was quick and friendly, and the entree was enjoyable. A slightly more generous portion of beef and/or sauce would have elevated the dish further.

    Curry Chicken
    Jacquetta P.

    A solid 4.5 stars The ambiance was inviting, cute place but a little chilly. The service was fast & efficient. The food was really good! Fresh, flavorful and filling! My husband enjoyed it so much he almost ordered some to take home. Can't beat the price either... We'll be back!

    Fried octopus balls
    Anna F.

    Finally able to try Kajiken with friends. The space is minimalist and more tables in the back. It didn't feel like a chain to me. Our server was Caitlyn and she was wonderful. We ordered appetizers for the table. We ordered the fried oysters, octopus balls and chicken. I really enjoyed the oysters and chicken. For our entress, we all ordered the roast beef brothless noodles. I was skeptical at first but I have to say it was delicious. The noodles were soft and fresh. The sparkling plum is delicious, not too sweet of a drink. They were kind enough to let us bring dessert since we were celebrating birthdays. I will definitely come back and try other things on the menu. The price point is the same as other ramen restaurants.

    TEBASAKI
 Nagoya Style Fried Chicken Wings
    Josh S.

    I was in the area for work and looking for dinner. This restaurant is near my hotel, so on my first night I decided to come by. I walked in, but they were pretty busy (and I was starving). I knew that the next night I would be able to arrive earlier, so I opted to come back. Having some work to do, I was going to get takeout. On my ride back to the hotel, I tried to order through the app, but unfortunately, they don't take credit cards (only Apple Pay); having a corporate card, this wasn't an option. When I arrived, I walked in and saw a kiosk to order to go. I was greeted immediately and let them know that I was going to order something; they offered assistance if needed. I ordered the Tebasaki: Nagoya Style Fried Chicken Wings and the Tonkotsu Shoyu: Thin Noodles in Soy Sauce Pork Broth, topped with Pork Belly Chashu, Soft Boiled Egg, Menma, Nori, and Scallion. I waited for the food to come out, which took about 20 minutes total. The restaurant was clean and had a comfortable feel to it. The food coming out looked great, and the service seemed to be very good (from what I could see). Once I had my food, I took the 3-minute drive back to my hotel and unpacked it. Everything looked great and was still hot (I wouldn't hold that against them if it wasn't, as it was about 15 degrees outside). The wings first, I took a bite and the crispy exterior was great and had a great flavor. The glaze was good, but it was lacking on much of the wing itself. I definitely would've liked a more even coating. But they were good nonetheless. While I ate my wings, I placed my noodles and other ingredients in the tonkotsu (they come separately when ordered through takeout, which is really smart). I took a bite, and it was as good as I would've hoped for. A silky flavor from the tonkotsu, with a slightly salty flavor from the shoyu. The pork was great, but the standout for me was the soft-boiled egg that was marinated in soy. The noodles had the perfect chew on them. Very good ramen, not the best I've ever had, but better than most. I'll be coming back here and will try more items. Maybe next time I'll dine in, but honestly, when the takeout is so good, and I can get work done in my hotel while I eat...I may just do takeout again.

    beef and rice
    Scott M.

    Tried Kajiken in Odenton for the first time and really liked it! The place has a chill vibe -- clean, cozy, and easygoing. The staff were friendly and quick, which made the whole experience even better. I got the beef over rice and spicy tonsoce ramen, and both were awesome. The beef was super tender and flavorful, and the rice had a great texture -- not too soggy or dry. The scipy ramen was the star though. It had a nice kick of spice, and the noodles were spot-on -- chewy and satisfying. You can tell everything's made fresh. Only tiny downside: I kinda wish the ramen had a little more broth or sauce, but honestly, that's just personal preference. Everything else hit the spot. Definitely coming back -- perfect spot for a cozy dinner or a quick noodle fix!

    Takoyaki
    Abigail R.

    We love Kajiken. I'm obsessed with their traditional ramens, they're so rich and delicious. Their spicy miso is nice and spicy, but I like getting their chili paste and kicking it up a notch. My fiancé loves their broth less noodles. They're creamy and unctuous. And their takoyaki is also amazing. You can't go wrong coming here! The food comes out quickly, it's super hot at fresh. The service is great. The vibes are modern and cool. It's just a great place to stop by!

    roast beef (top), tonkotsu (left) and sukiyaki (right)
    Zayn D.

    Need to give this place a try! The sukiyaki is my favorite - the combo of sautéed onions and sliced beef is so good. I love the tonkotsu for the flavorful broth but the chashu pork is not my favorite - feels like they don't cook it well enough or it's too fatty. The age dashi tofu is okay but the gyoza is good!

    Eun P.

    We got the karaage and the fried octopus to share and I got the homura (added in corn), and everything was delicious! The fried chicken and octopus were fried perfectly. I really enjoyed the soba although it is pretty heavy, I recommend adding in some vinegar to cut through the heaviness. Will be back to try others on the menu!

    The original with a side of slow cooked pork
    Alyssa T.

    Food: 5/5 abura soba is so delicious! The chewier texture of the noodles is exactly how I like them, and the sauce is very savory. There are a few toppings at the table to add to your bowl if you need. Gyoza was yummy as well. I will note that the edamame was pretty mediocre and somewhat soggy compared to what I prefer. Service: 5/5 our server was quick and very kind. No issues. Ambiance: soft music playing in the background. Dimmer lighting than the average restaurant. 2 single stall restrooms that were clean.

    Kell M.

    This spot absolutely worth a visit! I've been twice the first time I got the pork ramen and it was very good. Second time though I opted for the sukiyaki and this was amazing! The fatty beef, the chili oil, all of the flavors were so good. The service is also always so friendly. Highly recommend! I'll absolutely be back.

    Beef ramen with sauce
    Jannet C.

    recently had lunch at this new ramen spot and really enjoyed it. They offer some unique brothless ramen options, which I was excited to try. I ordered the beef ramen served with sauce at the bottom and a raw egg on top. The bowl was beautifully presented, and once I mixed everything together, the hot noodles gently cooked the rare beef while the egg yolk added a rich, silky texture to the sauce. I was a little wary about the raw egg at first, but the staff let me know that their eggs are pasteurized, and I had no issues--just a delicious meal. The restaurant is new, clean, and the service is friendly and helpful. They also offer traditional broth-based ramen and a variety of appetizers that I'm looking forward to trying on my next visit.

    Arrt T.

    Really nice decor and ambiance! Clean japandi vibes. Well lit (except the bench areas under the woven ceiling section). Our waitress was nice and accomodating, explained to my fam what the items and portion sizes were. Food was pretty good for a Hanover/MD burb spot. Plenty of options. I had their Tori Shoyu. Next time if we come back I'll try their Soba. Recommended! I'd come back just for their nice ambiance.

    Tony W.

    I experienced this place for the first time today, and it was nothing short of DELICIOUS! I ordered the sukiyaki with a poached egg, and a side of ichim. The egg and ichimi gave the noodles such a great flavor. The service, atmosphere and presentation of the restaurant was also great! I will be eating here again!

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    6 months ago

    Friendly service. Yummy ramen. Been 3 times. Not cheap but will definitely be back. Cozy restaurant.

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    8 months ago

    great food, karaage are the best around, love the sauce! servers are nice and know their menu, will be back.

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