Discovered this gem fall 2022, and it's a must when we visit NYC for fall break. Agadashi Tofu Soy Ramen and Kim Ramen so good. Zero spice for us but that doesn't matter because flavors are so delicious! read more

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Best ramen place in Manhattan. Very popular. Nice menu (not just ramen) and good food at reasonable prices. Fast & polite service. We go there often read more

Absolutely delicious and unique place! I keep coming back for more. Great fast service. read more

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We ordered chicken ramen . Paid 80$ including 10$tip for two ramen and salad . Chicken in ramen is chicken sausage which we did not like . The price is high for that quality. Will not suggest. read more

The too-tight seating and wooden crate storage boxes make me feel like I'm in a Tokyo hole-in-the-wall in the best kind of way, like where uni students go to eat. The Karaage will hit the spot on a cold winter night, as will the Spicy Menma. savory Kin Ramen, but it's the Soy Vegan Ramen--with its inexplicably rich, creamy broth--that makes Kin stand out. read more

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Happy to have found a ramen spot I'd come back to. I immediately loved the interior upon entering! My type of ramen spot, not too crazy, not too shabby. The Kin Ramen was really good! However, I felt that the ginger kind of took away from the flavor rather than adding to it and was a bit distracting. Next time I'll ask for it without ginger but otherwise I had no complaints. Very good textures and flavors. Service was very good as well! read more

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Cute place that made me feel like I stepped into an alleyway in downtown Tokyo even I have never been to Japan. Small place but very comfortable with an authentic Japanese design. Good music. Service is attentive, courteous and fast. Miso Ramen with chicken and egg - 5 Stars Gyoza - 5 Stars best pan fried gyoza ever read more

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Considering that it was a saturday night and we were able to get seated in 15min is impressive to say the least. Compared to an hour at Ichiran....I love the ambiance of this restaurant. It feels like being transported back to the small and intimate ramen bars of japan. Plus its reasonably priced and portions are large. I got the spicy kin and my friend got the curry ramen. Both were delish! read more

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This might be my favorite ramen spot in the city. We got the Katsu curry, kin ramen, and squid legs, and also dessert. The curry was ok but the ramen, squid legs, and dessert (chocolate lava cake) were really good and highly recommend. There was some wait but about 30 min around 6:30 on a Friday. Would defiantly come back! read more

Solid ramen! Good broth and felt authentic:) This place feels like a real Japanese ramen joint, it's super crowded and The say goodbye to you in Japanese too! I love this feel in the heart of New York City. It's tucked downstairs and we walked in. It was great and a solid ramen spot read more

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Cool interior. Good Karage. Average ramen. Nothing special for the price. Not authentic Japanese. Everyone was Thai .

This place is wonderful and worth a short wait. A smaller establishment, no reservations, first come first serve basis. Better suited for smaller groups no larger than 4. The vibe is fun and low key, it isn't too loud. Drinks: they have beer, wine, sake, soju, cocktails. I got the Umai which was fantastic, probably one of the best drinks I have had, so light, refreshing and well balanced. Appetizers: An abundance of options but we went with the steamed pork gyoza which was served with 6 dumplings and phenomenal. Ramen: The Kin Karo was delicious, not too spicy at all. The ramen noodles were good but on the thinner side more toward a vermicelli, not as thick as I am used to, but the full soup was delicious none the less. The pork was cooked perfectly. Dessert: Please do not leave before getting the chocolate molten cake with matcha ice cream. I split this with my friend but full disclosure I wish we got another order. The dessert wasn't as heavy as you would expect or anticipate and well balance with the chocolate and matcha ice cream. read more

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Great find in Times Square area. Authentic food, delicious Ramen and Tori Tori Don. Everything perfectly cooked. Love the ambience. If you have kids, they will love this place! Very attentive service. The shishito peppers were extremely spicy. Only a couple were edible without discomfort. We're used to shishito peppers from S. California where they tend to be mild and easily eaten as an appetizer. Beware. Otherwise great place. A little pricey, but everything is in the Times Square area! read more

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This place is a must when visiting NYC! We stumbled upon it since it was close to our hotel. Waited in a line outside for about 5 minutes then were sat. The ambiance is cozy and vibrant and the staff is on top of it! Everything we got was delicious. Their signature ramen is 10/10. Their cocktail menu is fun and they're delicious too. Great spot! read more

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I love this very intimate though lively ramen shop! NYC is blessed with places like this. Yes it is another small place but the line out the door is a testament to its wonderful food. You can just order appetizers and call it a day. Simply put, you can't just order ramen but what is a tummy to do? This restaurant must be visited several times to get the full scope of its delectable items. The best time to visit this place is...as early as you can. Peak times will cause you to wait, and who can wait when aromas entice? Most unusual food in my opinion? Try the ube tempura, but that's just me. read more

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I got the Chicken / Kara Chicken Ramen bowl for my first time here. Sometimes chicken ramen can be lackluster with the savory-ness of the taste, but this one was well seasoned. It wasn't overly salty and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The Kara Chicken ingredients included: homemade chicken broth, chicken chashu, half ajitama, bean sprout, bok choy, corn, cilantro, red onion & shallot chips. There is also an option to make the bowl spicy with their homemade spicy paste and oil. I opted to get this on the side, and thank god I did because it was superrr spicy. I literally put a small scoop of it on the tip of my chopstick and mixed it into my ramen - and when I told you I had tears in my eyes... But it was really good, just adjust how much you want to put in depending on your spice level. I also added more cilantro to my ramen afterwards, because there could never be enough (I'm a big cilantro fan). The shallot chips, bok choy, along with the onions added a nice crunchy texture to the bowl that I loved. To start - the place is super cute. It's decorated with a ton of Japanese style accessories and furniture, adding to the ambiance as a whole. It really transports you to a small Japanese ramen shop - or at least I would imagine so (I haven't been to Japan...yet). Everything is Japanese themed, covered with Japanese writing and symbols. It definitely added some allure and visual excitement as you indulge in your ramen dish. If you've read past posts, you know I'm a very visual person. I love the way aesthetics are formed and intricately crafted to enhance the gustatory sense. The interior is small, but it's super cozy. They utilize the space pretty well to accommodate as much as they can. It's a great place to come with a small group of friends for a quick bite to eat. This time, I happened to come on my own. Don't be afraid to, because here, they have single seats along a bar on the wall. The decor on the wall in front of me resembled classic, Japanese windows, which I thought was a nice touch. Overall, I love the concept here. Review is via my blog: https://www.doublemacchiatoblog.com/ read more

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Very atmospheric restaurant in midtown. There's two floors, and sitting upstairs totally felt like I had transported to a small izakaya in Japan. I got their kin ramen (signature) which was made with pork broth and two slices of chashu. I loved how tender and soft the chashu was, but I wish there were more toppings such as an egg, because the noodles themselves, while good, got a bit boring over time. The service was great and I would come again to try something new. read more

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8fxSo-SMw5/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== My IG post says it all. Love this place and can't wait to come back to visit my new friend, Kyu. He made amazing cocktails, and served up delicious bar bites, and richly flavored ramen. I definitely recommend the Kin cocktails, Kin Ramen add egg and cabbage, and to start with the seafood bites. The seasonal rice lager was perfect for the summer heat tooDelish!!! read more

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Awesome and relatively quick despite crowd! Broth and contents were delicious! Very conveniente location for in between meetings

Great ramen spot, super busy but still easy to get a table on short notice. I got the miso ramen but there's a good amount of choices in the menu. Very good environment and decor, a little cramped but you can't ask for much more when it's as popular as it is! read more

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Came here to satisfy a ramen craving on a cold night and wasn't disappointed. The atmosphere was amazing. Inside looked like a little village and it was beautiful. You enter from downstairs but they have more seating higher up in the same building. The servers were very polite and accommodating. We started with the cucumber salad and salmon tartare which was interesting. The salmon was very fresh but I wish it wasn't served with saltines?? Would not order this again. The cucumber salad lacked some flavor. We then got the spicy Kaisen ramen which is their seafood option and it was so delicious and filling. It had so many types of seafood in it and the broth was delicious. I literally cleaned my plate. We also had the soup veggie ramen which wasn't a favorite. The broth was very very thick but had a decent flavor. We then got the matcha lava cake to finish and it was the perfect ending. That being said, the ice cream was rock hard and needed to thaw some more and the dessert as a whole was very small. The starters weren't great but the atmosphere and ramen was amazing and I'd come again! read more

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Came to Kin Ramen with my friend on Saturday when it opened and was able to sit immediately. They don't seat you until your whole party is there. We ordered the Kin Ramen ($20), Shio Truffle Ramen ($22), and Matcha Lava Cake ($14). Kin Ramen included pork broth, charred smokey pork chashu, scallion, menma kikurage, red ginger, shallot chips and a piece of nori. Noodles were al dente and had a good portion size. Broth was a little thick and flavorful. I like that there is spice seasoning on the table that you can add as you please. I definitely made use of it. Added a slight kick to the noodles. Shio Truffle Ramen included chicken broth, chicken chashu, half ajitama, bean sprout, menma, shiso and truffle paste. They don't skimp on the truffle flavor. My friend said she enjoyed it. Matcha Lava Cake was a dark chocolate cake with matcha ganache, green tea ice cream and cookie crumbs. The cake had a fudgy texture and I love the bittersweet taste of the cake and ice cream. But it's kind of a disgrace to call this a lava cake, if nothing really flows out of the cake. There was so little ganache filling, and it's pricey for the size. The restaurant is small, but I noticed that the tables turn over quickly. Customers don't linger for too long. The servers are very attentive, and the food arrives swiftly, as well. They bring you water in a glass jug, but there isn't time for you to fill the cup because the waiter always came to the table to refill the cup for you. Haha. It was a little weird for me because I feel like it defeats the point of having the bottle on the table. It's nice that there is a crate under the seats to put your belongings in because the place isn't big. read more

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We came on a Sunday evening and were able to be seated immediately. The restaurant is small, but there is a good amount of seating. They have boxes under the table for you to put your bag which was nice. The service was friendly and very attentive. The ube tempura was really great and crispy, and came with three different sauces. The ramen was only okay. There was a decent amount of food, but the noodles were average, and for the price I wish an egg was included. read more

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Ordered: Kara Chicken Ramen (~$19): homemade chicken and bonito fish broth, chicken chashu, half ajitama, bean sprouts, bok choy, corn, cilantro, red onion, and shallot chips Aya's take: A hole in the wall ramen spot that is packed when you enter! I'm in this area a lot and hadn't heard of this place until now. I stopped by for lunch around 1pm and all the tables were taken. I waited maybe 10 minutes for one to clear up. I ordered the Chicken Ramen, the "Kara" part just means "spicy". I asked for that on the side so they brought me a side of their homemade spicy paste & oil. If you like to adjust your spice level, I recommend doing it this way as you can add as much as you want depending on your preference. The chicken chashu pieces were thick, juicy, and simply seasoned. I absolutely loved the bok choy - I don't usually see it as an option in ramen. And of course, one of my favorite ingredients, the ajitama was slightly overcooked but delicious nonetheless. If you're in the area looking for a soothing soupy meal, Kin Ramen will do the job! read more

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Was craving some ramen and decided to try out Kin Ramen and was completely satisfied with it all! Ordered the Kara Kin Ramen with an egg and it was delicious although I was hoping the chili paste would have been more spicy and I ended up getting another side of it for 2 additional bucks which seemed excessive considering other ramen joints I've been to that don't charge extra. Egg in the ramen was also extra which comes with the dish at other restaurants. Was still delicious in the end, and the pork buns are also solid! The cocktail menu was pretty creative with a menu in some comic anime theme. Small venue, but very well decorated! Would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a good bowl of ramen read more

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I'm honestly going to keep this review short because my simple recommendation is to go and try it for yourself because it's really that good. This is some of the best spicy, miso Ramen I've ever had. I've honestly been thinking about it since I had it a week ago. the entire experience year was 10 out of 10. Try it for yourself, and you won't be disappointed! read more

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Our first time here and we enjoyed the sashimi salad, takoyaki and our ramen and their desert. Good price for the portions of the dishes. The staff were nice and friendly. Service was good. Place was small but not crowded and with nice decor. It was a lovely dinner for us. read more

Great food and great ambience. I brought my family here and my kids loved the ramen. I had a rice dish that I loved. The special tequila drink was really good. We would go here again and again if I lived in NYC. read more

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Oh goodness where do I begin? This was by far one of the most disappointing meals and experiences I've had in NYC. Such a contrast in the reviews vs what we experienced, it did not measure up all the way around - the flavors, the quality, the service. This place is absolutely not a "4.7" star ramen place Yelp, it's more like 2.7 - - that's more accurate. One of the workers here is really pushy and aggressive - wants you to order a drink and pushes you to order cocktails. Our waiter - he was nice but all he did was push the most expensive dishes, and all of his recommendations sucked. Pardon my French but they were all letdowns. He kept pushing me to the $29 seafood ramen - the most expensive dish - so I fell for it and it sucked! The noodles were low quality, the broth had no depth, the seafood and it all lacked good robust seasoning. I felt like it was water mixed with season and broth and ramen is supposed to have a really strong broth with depth. This had none of it. The fried chicken skins - WTF - these were horrible. Small, crispy, had some flavor, but you would get way better experience having chicken tenders or KFC chicken - way better skin there than this appetizer. It just didn't do it for us. Very very disappointing here. And the staff - they want you out after you pay the bill - asap. One observation - they say Japanese greetings and act Japanese but no one here is Japanese. Why does that matter? Well - there's a meaning behind what your saying, and there's a culture and a behavior and a way you treat customers that come along with that Japanese greeting and saying - - and they don't honor that. It's just words to them, but they do not follow the behaviors or cultures. It's purely transactional here, and it's not good at all We are flabbergasted at all of these "awesome so awesome!!' reviews and none of it lived up to the hype. read more

This is my second time at Kin Ramen in two weeks. This has become a new favorite for me! The location is just a block away from New York City Center and the speed of service makes it a perfect location for dinner. The cocktails here are special. The Japanese whiskey drink (Sugoi $17) was served with a dried nori crisp. We were told to bite and then sip to enhance the flavor. I started with the matcha no dai ($17). This was served in a clay drinking cup, typical of hot drinks. With the shaken egg whites this was a trick on the eyes as it appears like a hot match latte, although the drink is served cold. We started with an order of the ube tempura ($12). This comes with a generous serving of ube strips and three dipping sauces (wasabi, ponzu, and spicy mayo). For the main dish, my friend ordered the curry ramen ($22) which came in a rich broth with crispy pork. She asked if she could swap in for chicken, but was told no substitutions were permitted. They charged about $5 extra for the chicken add on. Then she also asked for a chili oil, we learned this was not complimentary and were charged $2 for the oil when we saw the bill. Despite the transparency on those additional costs, I think the atmosphere, service, and drinks make Kin Ramen worth the visit. Both times I've visited, my friends comment on how much they enjoy the music. It seems like a mix with Japanese Lo-Fi. The drink menu here is laid out like an anime graphic novel and whereas this could been seen as gimmicky, the quality of the ingredients in the drinks allow them to shine through. I went with the Shoyu ramen ($18) . While this was good, I mainly bought it for the soft boiled egg. Miso ramen would have been my first choice, but I didn't spot the egg add on. Next time, I'll go for that. For my second drink I went with the Ko hip poi ($18). This Haku vodka, iced coffee mix uses Mr. Black and XO bitters, but the best part was that this is smoked and comes to the table with a lid that is lifted revealing a smoke reminiscent of a camp fire. Nothing could have been better on a rainy evening. read more

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The Chicken Ramen had incredible delicate flavor, fresh veggies and the handmade Gyozas were savory, well seasoned & served at the perfect temperature. Definitely will come back to try more! Very small location but uniquely decorated and even the bathroom takes you to a whole new place near Carnegie Hall. read more

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My friend and I came here for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon. It was a little busy, but we were seated right away. The decor inside felt very anime focused with the music playing feeling like anime opening sequences. No complaints though; it was a vibe. Food: We ordered the sweet corn cheese to share. Who doesn't love corn and cheese? It was absolutely delicious. For my entree, I ordered the spicy soy vegan ramen. The ramen was creamy, decadent, and delicious. The spicy paste was served on the side for me to determine what spice level I wanted. I ended up putting the whole thing in my soup. No regrets. I also ordered a cocktail with my lunch, but I cannot remember the name of it. It was good though. Service: Service was attentive and friendly. There were baskets near each table to put your winter coats in while you ate. I thought that was a nice touch. Our food and drinks came out promptly after ordering. TL;DR - corn cheese and vegan ramen, I cannot ask for more. read more

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The chicken ramen was super delicious with cilantro and bok choy and sprouts. The broth was so good and I slurped up every drop. Noodles were al dente and tasted great. Server was nice. Sweet and quick. I did not have a drink besides water. They have chilled water in small glass pouring bottles and you get a glass to pour it in. This is a nice change from all the plastic everywhere at other cafes. Seating was on an aluminum stool which was not great for me but there were tables for two in the middle. This is a no frills place to get a perfectly warm bowl of delicious ramen. I hope to go back and taste the pork version! read more

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Small place close to Central Park. Started with the dumplings. They were very fresh with a hint of pepper served in the pan they fried them in. My Ramen was very flavorful and rich. The pork belly was very good . They gave you plenty of noodles. They give you throwaway chopsticks and a small spoon device to help you with the broth. Service was quick and the staff was helpful read more

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My experience wasn't bad but it was good either. Not one but two servers didn't listen to my order or my decline of getting what they messed up on, to go! It all started with me ordering a chicken bun! The server then said something like crispy to which I said yes, the crispy one. They brought me chicken skins. I told him I wanted a chicken bun! And then they proceeded to force these skins on me, to make sure I paid for them! When my ramen came I told the guy to take the skins away because I was tired of staring at something I didn't order. He asked if I wanted the. To Go, I said no. Not once but TWICE. A minute later he comes back with them in a To Go bag and placed it right next to my ramen. Even the guy eating next to me had to laugh at this. Ramen was alright. I got the spicy! I think the could have gone a little easier on the black oil. Not something you could eat everyday as I'm sure it's high in salt. The chicken bun was alright but the red onion defintely over powered the entire thing. I say along the wall and was bumped quite a few times by customers so, suck it in! I maybe would go back. read more

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Fun spot for ramen! Kin does a great job delivering fun and bold cultural references in both menu and interior design. Lovely spot in midtown for your Japanese fix. read more

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FOOD Delicious! I consider myself an expert, visit Japan often, live where there's beaucoup Ramen shops (Honolulu). It's a staple in my pantry. Ramen was hot, noodles thin and chewy, included all the ingredients (black garlic oil, ginger, spiciness) no extras needed to buy. The OMG chasu pork was the best I've ever had. 3 bite size melt in your mouth CHARCOALED pieces which added to the flavoring of the broth. Gyoza was small but flavorful and nicely crisp. Sapporo cold in chilled glass. Portions were on the small size but enough for us old people. All hit the spot after a long trek from Seattle on a cold winter day. SERVICE Staff super efficient and friendly which helped to move the long line. No labor shortage present. AMBIANCE What a great stumble upon after experiencing unsuccessful attempts of long lines and/or closures at other popular establishments on New Years Day. Line was 15 deep but moved fast. Space was very tight, quaint, homey and felt like you're in Japan with its decor. We lucked out with a table versus wall counter on the first floor. Table basket for your bag or winter coats. Love this feature! OVERALL If lived in NYC - this would be one of my hangouts. read more

Tiny, cool space with fast friendly service. The ramen was good. This a great place to grab a quick bite to eat before going to MOMA. read more

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The Food was absolutely amazinThe storyline to every drink on the drink menu plus the actual drink had me feeling like a Naruto eating scene lol! The music and servers were awesome! Next time me and mine are in NYC and in need of some ramen, we know exactly where to stop! read more

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We had an early dinner here recently before attending a play at the Manhattan Theater Club, just around the corner. No reservation but they were able to seat 4 us within 5-10 minutes, upstairs. The place is small, but very nicely decorated and has a wonderful vibe. Service was good and the food was really good. Not the best ramen I've ever had, but still, really solid. Cocktails were great (highly recommend the Umai) and the appetizers (Gyoza and Shishito Peppers) were also really good. And the cocktail menu is outstanding, manga style graphic novel. Outstanding decor and really cool place to grab dinner in midtown. Ramen: 3.5/5 Cocktails and Appetizers: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5 Service: 4/5 Overall: 4.5/5 read more

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