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    Kiwami Ramen

    4.2 (88 reviews)
    ModerateRamen, Noodles, Izakaya
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Tsukemen ramen - broth comes on the side!
    Paul A.

    Kiwami Ramen is consistently my favorite Louisville ramen shop! This time we ordered two different dishes: the #2 Spicy Ramen and the #5 Tsukemen Ramen. The Tsukemen comes w/ broth on the side, so you dip the noodles. It's fun for a unique spin and my Filipino girlfriend prefers that style at times. Feeling adventurous? Add the Ghost Pepper to the side for a legit KICK. I love spicy food & even for me, its' pepper infusion is strong! It enhanced the #2 Spicy Ramen with a few drops. Last tip: order the Takoyaki - the most flavorful appetizer there!

    Spicy curry Tonkatsu with nori
    Jess L.

    Food was good. We got 3 bowls of the spicy curry tonkotsu, seaweed salad, and edamame. Service was great.

    Zohabe B.

    Kiwami is a stylish casual ramen spot with friendly service and a nice vibe. They were also very accommodating in making vegetarian versions of the ramen for us. That being said, the food was very average. Good noodles with an okay broth, flavorful sauces/oils, and mediocre toppings.

    Miso Tonkotsu
    Lorie L.

    Kiwani Ramen was our choice for lunch today. I ordered the miso tonkotsu and gyoza. The gyoza was perfect. Six pieces and loved the dipping sauce. All the appetizers are expensive based on portion sizes. I really, really wanted a bun but at $7 each, passed. The ramen we chose was flavorful. Loved having the seasoned egg included. They offer several sides for an up charge. No sauces on the table, which was really disappointing for my husband who appreciates adding things to his broth. We left not quite full or satisfied with the experience. Service was friendly and helpful. Items came out quickly. They have a nice size indoor seating area plus large group tables in the backyard. Glad that we visited a new spot - this one is not for us.

    Spicy Tuna Bowl
    Gypsy G.

    Well went in for the favorite bbq squid and well.... The oven was broken. I hope it's fixed soon cause it is a whole vibe. But got the spicy tuna bowl! And the kid had her a pork chashu bun. Lovely and tasty as always

    Zhiwei T.

    Comforting ramen, great service, and a beautiful space While passing through Louisville, I stopped by Kiwami and ordered the Shoyu Ramen--and I'm so glad I did. The ramen was well cooked, with noodles that had just the right bite and a broth that was flavorful without being too salty. It reminded me of the ramen from my hometown--simple, balanced, and deeply comforting. The egg was done perfectly, with that soft, creamy yolk that completes the bowl. Everything tasted fresh and well-prepared, with great attention to detail. The service was very good--attentive, friendly, and welcoming from the moment I walked in. The ambiance is also worth noting: the space is nicely renovated, clean, and modern, with an open view into the kitchen so you can actually see the food being prepared with care. I'd definitely come back again if I'm ever back in Louisville. A great spot for anyone craving authentic, no-fuss ramen in a beautiful setting.

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    Billy A.

    Finally got to stop by this ramen spot that opened in May of 2024. The atmosphere was very welcoming as the host and kitchen staff welcomed us as we walked to our table with a smile. The restaurant was very neat and clean and the bar looked as if it would be a cool hangout in the evenings. We had lunch here so we just sat in the dining area. Our server was very pleasant and got our orders and drinks taken quickly. I personally liked the food as the Gyoza was delicious and the ramen had a good flavor. I think it could have been a bit hotter however. It's a bit pricier than I expected as well but my wife and I were able to eat for $31 although she didn't get ramen. We shared one just to taste it because she's not a major fan of the broth. Great job to the staff and I'd recommend it if you're in the area to give this place a try!

    Enjoying life's moments.
    Glenn A.

    Friendly service. Awesome broth. Well cooked ramen noodles. Some of my toppings were cold (pulled pork). Clean restaurant. Attractive wall and window art. Limited parking.

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    Kelli B.

    Well, the food was great and service was good, but unfortunately the ambiance needs some work.....

    Kiwami Aka
    Nicholas K.

    Amongst the best of ramen houses in Louisville! It's going to be hard to top this if they keep it up. Sat immediately on a Tuesday at 6:30. Food by 6:45. Great drink options but the broth is what makes a ramen, and it's superb! I think mine was probably three servings large, but there was not a drop left when I was done! It's a buttery-spicy mouth feel for the "Aka" and the flavors are so on point, I would have thought I ate in Japan(and I've spent two weeks eating in Japan!) Phenomenal job Kiwami!

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    Rob K.

    For a long time I've felt Louisville needed an great Ramen spot! This is it! I stopped in for lunch, service was fast! The waitress was super helpful! I had the strawberry milk tea. I'm not sure how you don't love milk tea. Strawberry isn't my fave, but this was good. I'd definitely have it again. I started with a pork chasu bun. So solid! I could have made a meal out of these! (Could very well come back just and do that). Don't you judge me!!!! I also had the Kiwami Shiro. I toyed with adding things, but decided to have it as is before I tried my hand at chef. This is a solid bowl of noodles! Great portion size, great flavor, and balance of ingredients. The broth got progressively better as I got to the bottom. I'd be curious to come feel the vibe of this place at night. During the day, very chill and quiet. I can see how it would be an awesome spot later in the evening.

    Kiwami aka
    Saphace A.

    A friend wanted to try this place for lunch so we came by on a weekday. It had been on my list for a while. I had been following any updates on the Courier Journal since their opening date had been pushed. When we came in, it wasn't super busy. A few groups here and there dining in. Likely people who work nearby and had stopped in for lunch. We ordered 2 of the soft shell crab buns to share among 4 of us. But surprisingly, they didn't have knives for us to divide them...we had asked the staff and they simply didn't have any. I get that it's a ramen shop but... Anyway, the bao was very good! Something I would order if I went back! We also got ramen too. 2 of us got the spicy ramen, kiwami aka, while the other 2 got kiwami shiro. Not even spicy at all! Maybe something in between mild and medium but leaning towards mild. I love the Hell ramen at Ramen House and I was expecting something super spicy! Overall, it's not bad. It's nice to see other ramen shops in town. One con was that the back area was very warm. They had a fan on but it wasn't blowing towards us. Hopefully they can figure something out with that!

    Kiwami #1
    Aria H.

    Ventured in on a Saturday night around 8pm and we sat quickly. Service was good, very quick, friendly. We ordered BBQ squid for an appetizer and it was chewier than I expected. I ordered the Kiwami #1 and the broth was warm but not hot like I generally expect ramen to be. The portion size was decent but not large. The flavor was typical but nothing distinctly Kiwami. All around it was just okay. Beautiful space, but the biggest issue we had was the flies/fruit flies hovering around our table. When we first sat, they weren't there but the more food we ordered, the more came to hang around. It was annoying and definitely dampened our experience a bit.

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    Food and service is amazing!! The ramen is phenomenal and drinks and apps are delicious as well.

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    Thank you so much, Glenn! We hope to see you back again soon!

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