came for dinner yesterday with a friend since we were both craving a good bowl of ramen and this place has been consistent with quality and experience so here we were! our waiter was super nice and checked on us quite a few times to get our orders and refill drinks. i got the curry ramen once again because it was so good the last time and it was just as phenomenal this time too. i just love that curry broth and the soft boiled egg was just perfect. the pork was cooked just right as well and i left feeling very happy and satisfied with what i ordered here. it wasn't very busy and we were seated near as soon as we stepped inside. very clean table and the atmosphere was quiet and peaceful. definitely my fave place to grab a bowl of quality ramen. next time i need to see if their omurice is just as amazing as the ramen is at this location. (i've ordered the omurice at the atlanta location and it was delicious!) read more

Kyuramen - (7A) Japanese Curry Ramen W. Diced Chashu - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

The atmosphere is top notch. The honeycomb seating on the far left is so fun. The service is fantastic, everyone is nice. Our server was great. There was even a little robot that delivered some people's drinks across the restaurant. The food was pretty good. I ordered dumplings and spring rolls for appetizers before my noodle bowls and they were okay. The dumplings were kind of dry I guess, and too black so my daughter who normally loves dumplings did not like them. The wrapper of the spring rolls was thicker like an egg roll so it wasn't as light and crispy as the spring rolls I prefer. The popcorn chicken was not super hot when it came out so maybe that's why I don't think it was great. It was a little rubbery and dry. My kids did not like it and just ate the extra plan noodles we got. The ramen was good though, the spicy ramen wasn't too spicy. I could have bumped it up a notch but I was afraid I wouldn't be able to eat it all if I chose the hottest hot so we just got the average to try. Overall this place is near our house and a fun place to sit on and eat so we may be back, but there are better ramen places if you're into just the food or doing take out. I am giving them a 4 because of the ambience being a 5 and the food 3-3.5. read more

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Definitely leaning into the gimmicks with delivery robots that will arrive, music going, to delivery everything from your meal to your new fork. I will admit I laughing and enjoyed the theatrics quite a bit. Human staff was attentive as well. Especially good if you need some new, fun pictures to post on the socials. Not so great if you're looking for excellent Japanese food. Just okay. Found the flavors to be mild and simple, but not bad. Favorite part of my meal was way the Sakura blossom jelly! read more

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We've been here several times, and it never disappoints. My favorite is the Tonkotsu Pork Ramen - it's absolutely delicious. The food is consistently great, the prices are reasonable, and the atmosphere is welcoming. Highly recommend! read more

Greeted soon as I walked in .. Tried to order takeout on Sunday They lady informed me they don't do take out on weekends So I sat down and ordered Everything was delicious... I will be back when u come back in town read more

Kyuramen - #9. Chicken bowl - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Great ramen!! Our absolute favorite in Knoxville! The inside is beautiful and gorgeous. The service was a bit slow and it wasnt super busy which was a let down. Went a while without water which was a bit rough. However this place is awesome and definitely worth the visit. read more

Kyuramen - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Excellent food and service. The ramen is so filling and the matcha custard is awesome. The restaurant is so cute and the honeycomb seating is very cool! read more

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Kyuramen is a truly unique option in W. Knoxville. The interior has a wall section that features really cool seating in a honeycomb structure with two levels. The interior aesthetic also includes a wooden tree-like structure with hanging tags. This reminds me of the hanging wooden tags that you see at Japanese temples in Kyoto. I also like the decor -- very modern and fresh. For drinks that you order (like bubble tea), they are served by a little robot cart that drives autonomously to your table while playing the APT song by Bruno Mars/Rose. I've seen this in Japan and Korea. But, this is the first time I've ever seen a U.S. restaurant use a robot. Now, for the food: I would rank it as good. But, not particularly memorable in that respect. Seems like an over-emphasis on pork entrees (which is a downside in my opinion). The ramen bowl that had chicken also wasn't the best quality or very tasty. Also, it just felt like it was a few pieces of meat and scant amounts of veggies. By comparison, I actually think Yamato in Farragut does a better job on the ramen bowls, has more options, and better pricing. Also, for chains in this space, Wagamaga is better (alas it is not in Knoxville). However, foodwise, the egg/cutlet dish, bao bun, and Japanese fries appetizers were good and unique. The bubble tea and drinks also were first rate and the robot server was very fun. Overall: This is a place to come for the atmosphere and appetizers. If I was meeting friends or a single person going on a date, it would be great for that purpose also. But, since it is pricey and the food isn't really my favorite, I'll probably not be a frequent guest. read more

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Wow! We are recent transplants from Vegas where ramen and sushi shops in China town are the best in the country- so we had high expectations! We were seated in the wall honeycomb seating which was SO fun and we were super excited to be led up there. We ordered a bao bun with pork, a brown sugar boba tea, the spicy tonkotsu ramen, and I got the yingyang bowl. Everything was fantastic! The service was the appropriate amount of attentive, the food was hot and delicious, and of course everything in this brand new restaurant is still clean and beautiful. Definitely plan for a date night here if you like high quality ramen and a fun atmosphere. read more

Kyuramen - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

This place is quite the special experience! I am obsessed with the ambience and traditional Japanese décor, which set this place apart from any other ramen spots I've had in the area. From the Shinto shrine replica, to the traditional Japanese plaques hanging from the ceiling, to the honeycomb wall, the attention to detail was immaculate! Not only is it visually appealing, but the ramen was delicious too. I first tried the spicy miso ramen, which did not have the flavor profile I was looking for, because I think the spice may have overpowered the miso. Despite this, the noodles had a perfect bite, were not too soggy, and the dish came out nice and hot. The second time I visited, I tried the tonkotsu ramen, which had the umami I was looking for and struck a perfect balance. I also sampled some of my friend's kimchi ramen, and I was blown away by how well the flavors went together. I am a kimchi lover, so I do plan on ordering that next time. I also tried the vegetable pan-fried dumplings, since a couple of my friends were vegetarian, and they were delicious! My vegetarian friends also ordered the vegetarian miso ramen and enjoyed it, so it seems that their vegetarian options are noteworthy. The only reason I would not rate it 5 stars is that the service was a little slow the couple of times I went, and there were a few occasions when we waited longer than we would have liked to place our orders. Otherwise, I still plan to come back again, and I think the food, in addition to the atmosphere, makes for a very unique experience! read more

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Oh I hate to leave 3 stars. We were so excited to try the new ramen restaurant. Outside is well marked and easy to find. Inside is stunning. The honeycomb wall is so unique as well as the wooden tree of good wishes. Our waitress was lacking. She came to the table to take our order and drop off our order. We watched her sit down with other guest eating (she ate as well) and would call over another waiter to come help us when he could between his tables. It was rather annoying. As a result our appetizer arrived cold .. and hard. Then our meal came out immediately after. The miso ramen was very good, the chicken shoyu could use stronger shoyu flavor. We were not offered refills for drinks or dessert options. read more

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This ramen spot is one of the few additions to Knoxville recently and truly feels like a sign the city is growing into a more cosmopolitan food scene. I've had it in Atlanta and was truly in love. Glad to see it finally in Knoxville. I believe they just opened a few days ago, and the location, which is right next to Panera, offers plenty of parking. We came as a group of five, and although the service staff seemed a bit overwhelmed (it took about 40 minutes to get seated and receive our menus), the food made up for the wait, especially after getting caught in a wild thunderstorm. We shared several appetizers: spicy chili dumplings, Japanese-style French fries, popcorn chicken, and a yakitori platter. Everything was delicious, but the fries with that amazing sauce really stood out! I couldn't resist ordering the Yin-Yang Ramen--because how could I choose between chashu and tonkotsu? My friends had the chicken and vegetable ramen, and the chicken broth was especially flavorful. Also-don't forget to try their house-made chilis, my favorite is the sauerkraut one, perfect highlight for my ramen. We were way too full for dessert this time, but I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying their matcha tiramisu. Until next time! read more

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Food was great, but variety is a little lacking. Most dishes read very similar with one small change here if there. My wife and I swapped dishes midway through and the flavors were quite different despite having same basic veggies and pork. Will just keep trying different broths to get the full spectrum of what they offer. read more

So let's start with the cons. The wait for 7pm on a Friday night was atrocious. We waited well over an hour for a table of three, and only finally got seated because 4 tables in line ahead of us decided to leave before they were seated. The reusable chopsticks, though I'm sure more economical, were a huge "ick" factor for me. There was a lack of appetizer plates so it was difficult to share the edamame and gyoza with the group. Their menu is a bit limited: there are no real young kid friendly dishes (several appetizers were spicy) and perhaps the biggest disappointment - they only had a few of the desserts listed on the online menu at this location. Now the pros: We loved that there was a waitlist sign up right when you entered so no time was spent waiting to talk to someone and get in a list. The staff was awesome, our server was very sweet and attentive; in fact, all the staff were smiling and friendly. The venue itself is very cool inside. Even though we had to wait, we got a great booth table which is nice when you are dining with a child. Getting our food delivered by a robot was the cherry on top of the fun atmosphere. Our food was good, not the best ramen we've had, but pretty decent. We will definitely be back, but will maybe come during the week next time! read more

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We highly enjoyed the #2 and #6 bowls, the skewers, and the egg/curry is divine. Or server was patient as this is totally outside our wheelhouse, and the robot brought dessert! The place is hip, vibrant, and clean. read more

Kyuramen - I have no idea what I ordered, but I plan on ordering it again soon. - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

The wait for this new restaurant is long, so plan accordingly. The inside is beautifully decorated. We got lucky and got sat in the cool honeycomb seating. The service was good, food was absolutely delicious (and quick), and the taro shake I had was perfect. The only complaint I have is that they refused to allow us to order the honeycomb platter (appetizer combo), so we were forced to order one of the full size apps. I look forward to enjoying this place again. read more

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Okay, this met all of my expectations AND THEN SOME. They have robots!! In the restaurants! They'll deliver things and sing songs! So cool! This was a whole experience and I can't wait to go back. I was there with my sister and mom and we all got different dishes, two ramen, one udon, two appetizers (good heavens, you have to try the smashed cucumber) and they were so good. The waiter was super helpful and explained everything so well and made it a great first time. Idk what his name was, but thank you sir! 10/10, I can't wait to go again and look for the red "free" in the bottom of the bowl if I'm lucky!! Go here y'all!! read more

Kyuramen - Ramen, fried squid, Spicy Chili Smashed Cucumber - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

This place quickly became one of our new favorite restaurants! The food is delicious. I don't think you can go wrong ordering anything on the menu. The interior is amazing! Unlike anything else in Knoxville for sure. Service has been fantastic on all levels. I also want to mention that prices are super reasonable with how expensive everything is right now! Definitely give it a try! read more

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Came in today for lunch with my son because he loves ramen. We were seated in the upstairs part which he thought was really cool. Our server brought us water and gave us time to look over the menu. They have a lot of different options for ramen and a few other dishes along with appetizers. Both of us decided to get one of the combos. I got the Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen and he got the Chicken Soyu Ramen. Our appetizers came fast, my meal came with a steamed pork boa bun and his with deep fried goyza. The bun was light and fluffy with very tender meat inside. The goyza was crunchy and hot. The ramens were definitely the star of the show. The broth for the Tokyo ramen was super flavorful and also light. The noodles were cooked perfectly and the toppings all went really well together. My son loved his chicken ramen, he finished the whole thing pretty fast. The desserts that came with the combos were a nice finishing touch to the meal. They were both light and flavorful. Kyuramen was a Greta place to sit and have lunch, the inside is so fun and transports you to a different place. They give you time to enjoy your meal without being rushed and everything tasted really good. It does get crowded very fast so if you are looking to sit upstairs I would go earlier. read more

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We were greater and seated promptly. Very inviting and charming decor. Ramen and protein (grilled chicken) was served piping hot and was flavorful. Apps were delicious too- shrimp tempura and spring rolls. Of course we had a fruit smoothie with boba- hit the spot! We will be back to try different apps and of course for the ramen! read more

Love the vibe of this place. Thankfully, I went with my son, who had been before. Otherwise, I'd have had to rely on the menu entirely, which needed some web searches if you're not fluent in all things ramen. The waitress was not very helpful and awkwardly flirty with my son. The food was fantastic and I appreciated the privacy provided by the honeycomb seating on the far wall. Definitely will be back. read more

Kyuramen - View from honeycomb wall seating - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

My husband and I had such a great Valentine's date night here. The building itself is absolutely amazing. The atmosphere is so cute & fun with the wishing tree and honeycomb booths! The tea was DELICIOUS. Best Thai tea we've ever had by far. The pan fried dumplings were also amazing. We liked our ramen, but are excited to try a spicier dish next time. Our server was extremely nice and helped us right away when we had a question. I totally recommend this place! read more

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This place is really awesome, the food is always good, the decorations are amazing, and the staff are really friendly. Best ramen place I've tried in town! The honeycomb and bar seating are my favorites places to be sat so far! read more

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Food, service, & aesthetics were amazing; will definitely be back! Great staff & food was served quickly. read more

Kyuramen - Pork Katshu Omni rice dish; so yummy! - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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I love this place! I've had quite a few bowls there already, my favorite as of now is the curry bowl! And the French fries are so crispy

Our first was visit was a round a month ago. We have been back 4 times since then. The black garlic tonkatsu and spicy tonkatsu are our favorites. The tea bar and little robot are great additions. It is a beautiful restaurant with great food and service. read more

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I arrived a little after opening to beat the crowd on a Friday before the lunch rush. The ramen was good. The bowl is a lot deeper than I anticipated and I was absolutely delighted at the deception and was so happy to have leftovers to enjoy later on that night. I wish it was a little more creamy but the flavors are really spot on. The Thai tea is so delicious and if I could inject it into my veins, I would. The inside decor is absolutely breathtaking, unique, and you can feel the love in the walls. I was seated at the bar and was able to watch the magic happen. The owner is very kind, funny, and it seems like his staff has fun too. There's one server who.. I hope he does not ever speak to me ever again. He was so offensive. I came in to eat alone, and basically based on my skin tone, I said, "Oh, it's just me today." And his response was, "You need an application?" Uhm. Flattered I guess? But.. also wtf? I immediately recognized him from his previous experience at another restaurant where he was equally rude to my mom and I where I never went back to again because he was my server. now he is at one of my most favorite restaurants and I am torn. I'll just have to cross my fingers and hope for the best! Aside from my personal experience with a server, the restaurant itself has earned 5 stars. read more

So, first time in, and i can say it's one of my favorite spots in knoxville. The service was great, the atmosphere is great, and the food was stellar. We were in and out within 45 minutes. We'll definitely be back very soon read more

Kyuramen - Curry Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

I was looking for a light lunch so I got the spring rolls and pan fried gyoza. Both were very good and just enough for lunch. The five spring rolls are small so perfect for one person. The gyoza was also a good portion for one. Restaurant is nice and the service was outstanding! I'll be back soon and as often as possible. read more

Kyuramen - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

This is the "Epitome of Suck"! The best part of this place was the decore. My Ramen broth ( which is the building block of ramen, was cold and flavorless! My Shrimp was obviously Sysco thawed, refrozen, thawed, and fried crispy mush. The skewers were blah to acrid, and I mean rancid acrid.Oh the goyza was thawed and wet although flavorless sysco bombs.I had ordered extra pork for the ramen, and that never arrived I asked for it to be removed from the bill, and he said sure. I was still charged. I did not complain, I paid and tipped. the food was that bad! read more

wait 2-3 weeks. Many many opening pains!!! Out of Honeycomb box by 1PM on a Wednesday read more

overpriced and mediocre food. the curry ramen lacked flavor. our server was rude-- threw our water and appetizer plates on the table, ignored us after we ordered our food, and a different server had to bring us our check. he seemed kind to other customers though. got our food quickly so that's a plus, but definitely won't be going back. read more

Kyuramen - curry ramen with tonkatsu - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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Feel privileged to be the first reviewer. Tomorrow is the grand opening, but we were fortunate to be invited to the Good Friends day today. Had lunch with wife there, a great experience! First, very unique and fleshing design and decoration, particularly loved the honeycomb. Second, service was friendly and professional. Third, delicious foods. The platter appetizer was truly impressive: the taste was just right (not too salty like many other places). The ramens had rich flavors and the quantity was large too. Thank you and will come back for sure! read more

Kyuramen - Yinyang bow and #1 ramen - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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Best ramen I ever had! The food was so good, the broth was nothing like I have ever had before. The waitress was so nice and quick with everything we requested! The inside of the place was so unique too. Best place to ever have a date or get together with friends! Also, to even make it better they have a boba place next door. I would go to this place everyday. :) read more

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Good ramen a lot of selection the ambiance is quite unique seating arrangements along the wall are interesting and appealing to look at from the center restaurant. Staff service was prompt and they did have good recommendations for first time eater would recommend if ramen is your interest a lot of other options also. read more

So, they are still experiencing a LOT of growing pains. I went there with my best friend this last Sunday (I know, a bit stupid) and we got there around 1:45 and got on the list. Which was 90 minutes long. So we went next door and got some drinks which were absolutely lovely. I highly recommend while waiting. So we got seated after around an hour, so shorter then the estimated wait. As we got seated (at 2:50) the wait was now 2 hours. At the table, they alerted us everything that they were out of, which was a fair few things... including the gluten free noodles, which, I was going to have. (Though a 4 dollar up-charge is probably not worth it) It was mentioned they had the veggie noodles? But they didn't say whether they were gluten free naturally or what exactly they were. So, instead I ordered an appetizer and my friend got her ramen. Both were fantastic. I loved what I got, but I was done eating long before she got her food. So it made the table a little uncomfortable. In total, the wait for her ramen was probably around 45 minutes and we were there from getting in line to leaving for probably 3 hours. The atmosphere is nice, we sat up on the wall, which was unique but I think I'll stick with a normal table next time just cause I felt the service on the floor was a bit more regular. I loved our server, don't get me wrong, but she was being worked to the bone with carrying heavy bowls of ramen up stairs and trying to keep everyone happy. I mean, I felt bad asking for a refill on my water cause she had to bring the whole pitcher up. I plan to go back, relatively soon with my family but I don't know as someone with a gluten allergy if it's a bang for my buck. 15-20 dollar ramen with a 4 dollar up-charge... without a guarantee if it's gluten free. Made me anxious. Everything tasted good though and the service was great for what they are being put through. I'd just give them time to get passed these humps. read more

Kyuramen - Spicy Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Too pricey for what it is.. The ramen was good and the decoration of the restaurant is something to experience just once. Service was slow also. read more

Fun restaurant in Knoxville. We had a private room in the back. I had the yin-yang medium. While I liked the miso broth, I liked the plain pork broth best. The appetizer plater had some interesting tastes but didn't match menu. Fried tofo had good flavor. Our server was excellent with suggestions. read more

Food was amazing & the service was great! Sit at the bar so you can see them make the ramen bowls.

The menu says gluten free noodles but when I called the girl told me they don't offer gluten free noodles. I asked her why it was on the menu u if they plan on bringing it in and she informed me they probably won't anytime soon. That's disappointing! Please take if off your menu so people with allergies aren't misled! read more