We were quickly seated after entering. The staff were super attentive and sweet. They noticed that the heater was pointed in our direction and offered to turn it off or reseat us. During dinner, they were quick to refill our waters and always made sure we were enjoying our meals. The ambiance was nice and quiet-- great place to relax after a long day. Chicken Kaarage 5/5 This is a must-try for me. The chicken was perfectly marinated, seasoned, and cooked. I could probably eat a whole bucket of these myself. It shined even without the sauce (but who doesn't love sauce) Red Tonkotsu 4/5 The noodles were nice and chewy with a good bounce. The toppings were great and well cooked and seasoned. The broth felt like it was lacking a bit. It felt like a good base to a broth but I felt like there was still some more potential for a deeper flavor. read more

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I'm surprised by how many ramen options there are in this little area of NYC but I was quite excited to try everything out. The waiters and everyone were so extremely nice and attentive but I felt like the ramen itself was okay. I ordered the Red Tonkotsu Ramen and I was a bit disappointed. The meat had a lot of the fatty bits attached to it and the broth felt a little bit too dense and almost had this gummy feeling to it. I couldn't really taste the black garlic flavor unfortunately as well. I will say that their soft boiled egg was probably the most well done I've had out of any ramen eggs I've had in New York as the egg yolk was perfectly runny alongside the very soft egg whites. Not sure if I would come back again due to the flavor of the ramen but the staff was absolutely wonderful! read more

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Ambiance (5/5): The establishment was empty around 6p but by 7p, it was pretty filled up. I loved the decorations with the overhead flowers which were cute, welcoming, and spacious. The tables are set out with enough space between. The Service (5/5): The staff was very friendly and welcoming. We definitely were taking our time ordering and eating, and loitering post-meal and the staff never came to rush us! We felt like we were attended to the whole experience. Jowl Buns (5/5): Super moist and tender pieces of pork. The creaminess of the sauce blended well with the bite. Tonkotsu Ramen (5/5): The broth was super rich and delicious, with the black garlic oil flavor in the background. The half soft boiled egg was nicely seasoned. The two large pieces of charsiu pork was a great blend of fat and meat, which gave it a really tender bite. The noodles are thin straight noodles. The mix of wood ear, scallions, seaweed for a price point of under $20. I observed my friend eating the lobster ramen but be warned that the lobster pieces required manual maneuvering and thus a very messy experience! read more

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I came here for ramen and it was really good. First there were not alot of places still open at the time. I saw this place and it was a pleasant surprise. The soup was hot and flavorful . The dumplings were crispy and had a generous amount of filling . The service was good. The place is beautiful and a great place for dinner. I would definitely come back. read more

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I went to the Whitney Museum with some friends and ended up at Kogane Ramen afterward because I was hungry, and I know ramen and appetizers was a good meal choice that night. The service was quick, and I was happy I didn't t have to wait long for my food. This place looks small on the outside, but it's quite spacious inside. I tried the spicy miso and loved how this ramen warmed me up from the inside. The broth had great flavor and just the right amount of spiciness. The appetizer was delicious. This place also has another location in Brooklyn if you want to try it yourself. I had a good experience and would recommend. I would return when you are in the area. read more

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An easy ramen option for W 14th/Chelsea. The broth of my $19 red tonkotsu (most popular dish) was great! Decadent, deep, dotted with a nice black garlic oil. The half egg, mushroom, and bamboo were decent. The noodles were straight, a little undercooked and forgettable. The chashu was too thin, too tough, and too heavy on the soy for my palate. The space is hip and comfortable, tucked downstairs but with enough light filtering in. The server handling the whole dining room on a random weekday lunch hour was expert and calm. read more

This cozy spot offers a variety of Japanese homemade fresh ramen dishes, and they are absolutely delicious! The Spicy Miso Ramen had a rich, savory flavor with a nice kick of heat. Also, there was a good amount of minced pork. The noodles had a good springy and chewy texture. Their signature ramen dishes are unique and look insanely good - Miso Lobster, Wagyu, Truffle or Yuzu Ramen. Overall, I would return, and probably try one of those signature dishes. read more

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On a chilly night in Chelsea, we stopped into Kogane Ramen with a hankering for ramen in hot broth, and we left totally satisfied. We started with some edamame and blistered shishito peppers, sweet potato fries and pork jowl buns. When the ramen arrived, the bowls were brimming with deep umami broth and flavorful ingredients, with plenty of ramen noodles. I got the spicy vegetable ramen which had a good amount of spice and plenty of crunchy veggies to balance the smooth noodles. But before we left, we all had to split an ice cream sampler and a green tea mochi. A full meal - apps, deep bowls or ramen, and desserts, and we left with full, happy bellies. If you have a hankering for good ramen and Japanese flavor, get yourself to Kogane Ramen. You'll be glad you did! read more

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This place hits the spot. Very cozy. Came here on New Years Day in the evening and they had tables available. The ramen is absolutely delicious . I got the spicy vegetable ramen and my friend got the lobster ramen and they were both bomb. We also had the spicy buns which were also yummy. read more

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We stumbled across this place and it was perfect, we were sat very fast and ordered immediately. It was a very pretty restaurant inside. We started with the gyoza which came with a delicious sauce. Also the spicy miso ramen was hot and kept us warm with the snowy weather outsides it was super flavorful and delicious. Our server kept our waters filled and always made sure we were good. read more

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It's been a minute since I left a review, but this ramen demanded it. The yuzu broth? Electric. Fresh, rich, & layered like citrus met umami and decided to show off. The pork jowl melts in your mouth ohh so good! The noodles hit that perfect spring, and the egg? Pure gold. Only complaint: it's served piping hot, so I'm sitting here like a kid waiting for Christmas, spoon in hand. Already planning my return for the truffle and miso lobster ramen. Consider me converted. read more

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Great bowl of Ramen !!! Service here was quick and friendly . Clean environment and cozy area to eat a nice bowl of ramen! read more

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Cozy underground ramen joint near Meatpacking, met a friend here for a rainy day dinner and was seated immediately when we arrived around 6. Menu has a good assortment of ramen and donburi. I got the tonkatsu ramen and my friend got the tonkatsu rice bowl. Ramen was pretty solid and broth was flavorful, no major complaints. My friend said the katsu bowl was a bit spicier than she expected, so just a headsup on that. Because it is located in the basement though the ceiling is a bit low so it can get loud inside as the place fills up. read more

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Great choice for dinner after a visit to the Whitney Museum nearby. We didn't have a reservation and were seated immediately. Very good tonkotsu and kimchi ramen and the crispy wings were crunchy crisp and lite. Nicely appointed interior. read more

came here at night, cute little underground spot in the Chelsea area. Service was good and the food was decent. The ramen burger was hella greasy but the tofu and kimchi fried rice was good read more

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My fiance and I came to this ramen restaurant after work. We ordered a ramen burger, lobster miso ramen, and parco ramen. I really enjoyed my parco ramen which was super flavorful. The soup itself was pretty thick but I like my ramen like that. The burger was unique since the buns were made out of ramen. They deep fried the ramen to make it a bun. The lobster miso ramen was yummy also. However, my fiance notice that the lobster meat was missing for one of them, and the server resolved it by giving another piece. Overall, I enjoyed my dinner and experience here. The service was good and decorations were nice. There are several tables but it will feel a bit cramped if you have a big party. read more

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After a stroll through Chelsea Market we wanted something warm and soupy. Chanced upon this basement restaurant. (Stairs only) Cozy and warm, you will be seated close to other tables. Let's start with the appetizers. We ordered two skewers, the Bacon Asparagus and Chicken White Meat. Cooked to perfection, good seasoning, tasty sauce, and great crunch. We also got the Kogane Wings. Crunchy but a little bland, the sauce saved this dish. For our mains we got the Miso Lobster Ramen and Tonkotsu Ramen. Both broths were rich in flavors. The lobster was fresh and delicious!The lobster broth was a perfect blend of sea and heartiness. The veggies were good, the menma was much better than expected. The egg was slightly over cooked and the char siu was a bit fatty and gamey for both. The ramen was amazing, it was fresh and bouncy. Cooked al dente, every bite with broth was delicious. Be careful when enjoying though, there might be small pieces of the lobster shell for the miso lobster. Overall the restaurant is super solid. Skewers take time to come out since they are freshly grilled! Ramen noodles are freshly made and delicious. The broths were great, I would definitely come back to try the other options. read more

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After walking around Chelsea Market on a late Monday cold night we wanted to grab something warm. Kogane had a good variety of ramen to choose from. There were also several items of appetizers too. I decided to get the parco ramen which is a curry based pork ramen. I loved how rich the flavor was. The ramen had a fried pork which absorbed the curry flavor well. The food was very fresh and I liked the doneness of the noodles at just the right texture. We also shared the takoyaki which was delicious. The sauce they put on top was sooo good. Prices were very reasonable. There is a credit card fee if you plan to pay by credit card, so best to pay with cash to avoid the processing fee. The decoration of the dining area was cool with the anime ramen art. Definitely will be going back in the future. read more

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Came here for dinner on a weekday. We called before coming so we were able to be seated right away. The restaurant is kind of hidden away down a few steps but the interior is clean and nicely decorated. The staff were patient and friendly to wait for us to decide on our orders. I tried the kimchi ramen and yuzu sparkling sake. The kimchi ramen had really great texture for the noodle and wasn't too spicy. Near the end, I felt like the soup was getting a bit salty for me, but I still really enjoyed my meal. The yuzu sparkling sake was super refreshing - it's on the sweeter end and you can't taste any alcohol in it at all. Overall, great place with pretty quick service - would come again if I'm nearby! read more

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I wasn't that impressed by this underground ramen restaurant-I've stopped by previously however was met by a closed door. This time around, I stopped by early dinner time and we ordered the below: Matcha Lemonade Hot Sake Vegetable Gyoza 2x Vegetable Ramens The first bowl of ramen with a separate empty bowl, which we thought was odd but we still sat around waiting until we followed up with a waitress. Turns out, they misheard and weren't aware that we ordered two vegetable ramens, instead of one. It would've been a better experience if they followed up with us and asked if everything had arrived at our table. I didn't think the ramen, gyoza, or drinks were exceptional. If you're around Meatpacking and want an authentic ramen experience outside of Chelsea Market, then I'd be hesitant to recommend here unless everywhere is Resy-ed out. read more

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The truffle ramen and lobster ramen we're both so so good! It is on the pricey side in mid $20's but it's definitely such a one of a kind yummy flavor with meats and ramen cooked to perfection, would come again!! Only con was the lobster wasn't peeled which made it a lil awkward to eat even though I know that ensures freshness still not the classiest look. The chicken and rib skewers were kinda a miss overcooked. The kaarage was great and spicy sauce definitely hit. Overall still a super great place for good food especially since its such a small cozy hidden gem not many knows about in the middle of bustling Chelsea area read more

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Unexpected find in Chelsea as we'd stumbled in on a Sunday afternoon - Great ramen with rich broth! read more

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Ramen was pretty good. The soup was flavorful and not too salty. Service was pretty standard. I like how they gave us hot tea when we didn't drink the cold water. It was 25 degrees outside duh! read more

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The service and atmosphere is good. The food is inexpensive and generally good as well. Unfortunately there is no depth of flavor. The spicy ramen is spicy, but not much flavor beyond the heat. The yuzu ramen has a strong lemon taste, but not much else. read more

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My bf and I have been searching all over for yuzu ramen in the city since our Japan trip last fall, and luckily he spotted that Kogane's new menu has it! Walk downstairs and you'll find some good, handmade ramen in a cute & cozy setting. We tried the Yuzu Ramen, Truffle Ramen and Kogane Wings. Both ramens were flavorful and weren't overly salty like some ramen shops tend to be. The Truffle Ramen had a lot of truffle flavor and the chicken in it was pretty herby. The Yuzu Ramen broth was a really good balance of light and savory and the noodles had a good texture. At the end of the meal, they gave us some hot green tea to wash everything down. Service was prompt and friendly too. read more

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Wow. This just rocked my universe. I got the lobster and pork ramen (made it spicy) and my friend got the spider buns and tofu. My goodness. All of the food was perfection. Not only that but the service was amazing and the decor was so trendy and cute. Best ramen I've had in years, it was so savory and hearty. I'm bringing everyone here. It's my new favorite spot. read more

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Here is another ramen spot i stopped by before doing my over time at work. Very cozy spot it's a walk down restaurant with some nice decore. Very relaxed vibe and good service. I had the red tonkatsu ramen. And it sure was delicious. Had the right amount of spice in it. i also had a short ribs stick as an appetizer.Packed with flavor and tender! I will eventually go back and try more of their noodles. read more

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Very attentive staff, great ramen and quick service! We much enjoyed our dinner here.

i don't know that I even want to try other ramen restaurants and their bland, grey, vegetable-based broths when Kogane does theirs so damn well. favorite ramen in the city, easily (the Spicy Vegetable ramen!) I have ordered takeout from here many times since we moved, and officially dined in with friends a month or so ago. It is super clean and bright inside, good seating options for smaller groups (like 5-6.) Service was very efficient and pleasant! - Ordered Oze Extra Dry sake + Dassai 50 sake bottles + Asahi beer + 3 meat-based ramens + Spicy Vegetable Ramen (add egg) + regular version (Vegetable Ramen) + Fried Soft Shell Crab Buns (2 to an order) + Edamame & Crispy Brussels Sprouts to share Everyone loved their food/drinks! I want to come back for shishito peppers and all of the desserts. I thought the Spicy Veg. ramen was way better than the regular version. Also thought the buns needed a bit more eel sauce. Ugh, i love this place so much!!! read more

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Some seriously slurp-worthy ramen! The service was quick and super warm. I ordered the spicy miso, and it was so good I didn't say a word at the table until I finished every last spoonful! Cozy spot with room for large groups! read more

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The ramen was absolutely delicious! My first time trying curry broth ramen and I definitely want it again. Flavorful and just the right amount of spice. They warn you that it's spicy and I'm a spicy food lover but this was the perfect amount. The sprite flavored Yuzu is great with the ramen. Service is quick and friendly. The ambiance doesn't look like your average ramen spot- the aesthetic is more so for the neighborhood but not the actual background of the food. read more

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Friendly fast service, cozy little space with a nice vibe. The curry pork ramen was delicious and just the right level of spice. Portions were good read more

The ramen was one best I've had in a while. The servers care about your experience and were attentive to us. The location is nice cozy. The outside decor was floral and aesthetic. read more

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Overall experience was and is usually solid.. very cleanly place and well lit. They're pretty quick with service and food. I prefer the red tonkatsu ramen for a more traditional thin broth. I had the spicy miso ramen and while it was good it is on the thicker side for broth. It also has like some sweetness to it.. it was good but I would def go with the other one. We tried the yaki ramen as well but that reminded me of Singapore noodles .. I wasn't expecting that. read more

Might be my favorite ramen in NY so far. Have been on an absolute tear lately and tried a bunch, but Kogane tops the list of the ones I've tried below. Got the truffle chicken ramen and everything about it was spot on. The scent and richness of the broth (though definitely on the lighter side and not as heavy as chicken paitan or tonkotsu). The chicken pieces themselves were also phenomenal, much better than lots of cha siu and pork belly I've had at a lot of other places. And to top it off, they have decent yakitori too! My favorites were the pork belly and the beef one. (Not ranked in order, but Kogane best so far. The others have been decent outside of Ippudo.) - Tonchin - Ippudo (wouldn't recommend in NY) - Ozakaya - Ramen Danbo - Konoha - Afuri read more

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A hidden ramen spot that is found going down a narrow staircase, it it not ideal for handicaps or mothers with strollers. There is only one bathroom stall for the entire establishment. I've been waiting to use it for a good 20 mins for one person to come out while I'm pregnant, this was a terrible experience. Gyoza - crispy and thin with good flavor and filling Sweet Potato Fries - lightly battered, needs a extra pinch of salt Spider bun - small piece of soft shell crab battered with sweet sauce, could be a bigger piece to balance out the thick piece of bun Takoyaki - only 3 pieces per order, taste more flour than the tiny little octopus piece Miso Lobster Ramen - one piece of lobster added to a miso broth Spicy Miso Ramen - this is def spicy as i was coughing through eating it, broth was a good thickness Red Tonkatsu Ramen - pork broth was good as you can taste the richness but once you mix the chili paste it overpowered a bit. suggest to mix a little at a time to your liking read more

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This ramen place was A-OK. Came here with a friend on a weekday. I had the spicy vegetable ramen and we also ordered agedashi tofu for apps. I would say the agedashi tofu was savory but the texture did not have the fried crunch factor on the outside so it did not have the wow factor I was looking for for the crunchy outside vs. soft inside contrast. Spicy veg ramen was interesting because I'm not used to seeing kale and okra presented as ingredients. Okra was minimal in the bowl but the broth seemed rich. Texture of ramen was on point. I would say the price is reasonable but I've also had better at this price point. read more

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Kogane is a pretty good ramen place. It is located down a set of stairs in a basement space. The place is very clean and is cozy. The waitress was extremely friendly too. Their bowls of ramen are above average in size and are average price at around $15-$20 a bowl. I recommend you try their Parco ramen. It is a curry ramen with pork. It is not a typical flavor you can find in all ramen restaurants. The broth was extremely flavorful and the pieces of pork were also very tender. read more

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This ramen was delicious. I got the Red Tonkontsu ramen which had a spicy kick to it. The serving was perfect. It's been years since I've had ramen and I'm convinced that this I what it should taste like. To drink there's a variety of sakes. For the appetizer, got two of the fried chicken selections and wasn't impressed with neither. Just stick your the ramen. Food came out pretty quickly. When I got home I went right to bed; I was happy and full. read more

Kogane Ramen-Manhattan - Red Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New York, New York

More a 4.5 star spot. Solid reliable neighborhood feel ramen joint. Not the very best in town but definitely hits the spot and reasonably priced. The portions are relatively well sized. And they tend to kick to the spice levels compared to other joints whether it's the spicy miso ramen or the curry tonkatsu rice. The ramen broth is rich and quite hearty with thin ramen done quite nicely. The fried stuff - chicken karaage app and tonkatsu are well prepared in that they are not oily although could be a bit crispier. Overall had a good dinner and definitely one to keep in mind when in the area. Service was fine and accommodating. read more