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    Kayava

    4.5 (13 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Pork shoyu ramen with extra chashu
    Mari O.

    We ordered the pork shoyu ramen and chicken paitan ramen and both were incredible! The chashu is some of the best we've ever had. It's delicate and falls apart in your mouth and is delectable. I wish I would've ordered an extra serving like my husband did! The broths were both so flavorful and didn't feel greasy like some ramen spots. Everything tasted as if each ingredient was the best of the best. Service was fast, food came out quick and everything was efficient. If we lived near here we'd definitely regularly be ordering from here!

    Tasha M.

    Decided to try this place out for date night. My bf found it due to their high reviews and it did not disappoint! The ramen broth was one of the best I ever tasted! I have eaten a lot of ramen in LA, so you know it's really good! Yim was our server and was extremely professional and nice, thank you.

    Chicken Ramen
    Tiffany Y.

    Checked out this ramen place during a rainy day! They're still in their soft opening stage. They said they're going to have a full menu around the end of November (though check their website/social media presence for their actual update). Both the chicken and pork ramen were very yummy! Flavorful. The perfect amount of saltiness and savoriness.

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    Marie B.

    The Homie and I took advantage of heading to Kayava Belltown via Interbay. Thankfully, no road closures through Greenwood & Ballard, Sunday free street parking and no Climate Pledge Arena event this evening. This prime location is located on 1st Avenue between Bell & Blanchard in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood. Conveniently located near Pike Place Market, the Waterfront, and lower Queen Anne/Seattle Center. Other nearby landmarks are Mixed Pantry, Slip Gallery, Kedan Makai, and Umi Sake House. Since it is in soft opening mode (just opened 7/18/25), there is a limited menu, with the ramen noodles produced from their Fremont site. Also, note there are no appetizers and alcoholic beverages at this time. Service was welcoming and helpful as our waitperson spoke of menu highlights. Interior is a bit spare with high ceilings, mirrored walls, and rough hewn wood floors. Loud overhead modern pop music. There is counter, table, and limited outdoor sidewalk seating. The Homie ordered the Chicken Paitan Ramen ($18) with extra egg ($2) and extra 5 pieces of succulent, tender chashu ($5). He requested no menma (bamboo shoots), but was okay with the garlic, scallion, and red onion. He definitely enjoyed his ramen bowl during his first visit to Kayava. I opted for Pork Shoyu Ramen ($18) also with extra egg ($2) and extra 5 pieces of succulent, tender chashu ($5). This was garnished with menma (bamboo shoots), naruto (fish cake), and scallion. Pro tip: mix the soft boiled egg into the hot broth to elevate the broth to rich and silky. This is my first visit to Kayava Belltown, but I had first experienced Kayava Fremont previously during a well attended and lavish Yelp Elite event back in 10/2/24...different vibe altogether. This dining experience was not as interactive or leisurely. We admit to slurping down our respective bowls quickly. Delicious ramen bowls, plus we were the last customers onsite. Added plus was being provided chilled water during our meal. We were well hydrated. Note: when closing time is 9pm, last order taken whether onsite or takeout is 830pm. Great addition to the dining scene in Belltown and Downtown Seattle.

    Spicy chicken Paitan ramen
    Tara H.

    I'm excited that a ramen place has finally opened in Belltown. Came here during soft opening, so they only had 2 options to choose from. I ordered the truffle shantan ramen. I wasn't a fan of the raw onion. I did enjoy the noodles and enjoyed the broth. I added a slow cooked egg to my ramen, which was an extra addition. My husband ordered the spicy chicken paiten ramen. This ramen was also good with just the right amount of spice. Overall, I enjoyed our ramen here and would go back here.

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    So good got the vegan miso ramen, with tofu (and I added an egg ) 64747 and ambiance is cute

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