One of the best ramens we currently have in the state of Rhode Island. It's great for takeout or…read moredining in-delicious! I think the ratio of broth to noodles is better when you dine in. Fast and friendly service, small but clean interior for dine-in with outdoor seating in the warmer months. I think the Ichiraku Ramen is my favorite but i have tried a few others... can't wait till Phed Phed opens next door to get food from both in one place!

I came here with my mother and sister for a girls date. Place seemed to have a ton of fruit…read moreflies... on the wall, by our food, everywhere. My tom yum ramen was super spicy (like spicier than normal. Spicier than any tom yum I've ever had) and the waitress seemed to be closed off. She was not really talkative and took a while to get to us for orders. Also, I will say the appetizers were better than our actual meals. I hope this place could improve!

Cool spot for some yummy modern ramen! Went here a few days ago with a friend. I got a bowl, I…read moreunfortunately did not write down the name but I am almost certain it had the word Brick in it. The broth was yummy and I enjoyed the three types of meat that topped the noodles. One note, my friend and I did pay extra for an egg, I believe almost two dollars. I just wish the egg had been marinated for a longer period, in terms of it being a ramen egg, it fell short. Overall, a good place for some cool bites and friendly staff too!

Food: I tried the Carpenter St. Ramen and appreciated the generous portion size. My egg was a bit…read moreundercooked for my liking, and I found the broth a little mild in flavor. My friend originally wanted the Green Curry Ramen, but it was out of stock, so they tried the Spicy Sesame Ramen instead. It was decent, though not particularly memorable. We also shared the cabbage salad, which was crisp and tangy--a definite highlight. If you're looking for ramen that's very traditional or bold in flavor, this might not fully hit the mark, but there are some tasty options to try. Service: Our waitress was friendly and polite, though we noticed she didn't check in as often as we might have hoped. We did have to go to the bar at one point to request the bill, but overall, she was pleasant. Ambiance: The restaurant is cozy and intimate. There's a sign and curtain near the entrance that says "wait to be seated," which was a little confusing at first, but a regular customer kindly guided us around it. Inside, the seating is a mix of a long bar and smaller two-tops along the walls, so it works best for smaller groups rather than large parties.

Wow! Our server was so friendly and helpful - he gave me a thorough rundown of everything on the…read moremenu that was vegetarian. We were sadly in a rush and had to be out by a certain time to catch a show, and our server understood the assignment and got us out on the tight schedule we needed. I'm just sad I had to slurp down my soup so quickly as it was absolutely DELICIOUS! I ordered the Snow Mountain Ramen - the creamy tofu broth is unlike anything I've had and was so so unique and delicious. I thought about it for at least a week straight after eating it and am still dying to go back to get more. I also got the Iced Rose Matcha drink - $10 felt too pricy for this but I wanted a fun drink and a little caffeine kick - and again the flavors were unique and tasty. Both my friend and I happened to see someone we knew here - it's definitely a popular spot! It was packed on a Saturday night but it was still pretty quick for us to get a table for 2. Being a downtown city restaurant, the tables feel a bit cramped and I was a little too close to the table next to me for comfort - claustrophobics beware (honestly the soup is worth it though!!) Parking is pretty easy in the lot, although Holy crap they need to fix the potholes / harsh drop-off where it meets the street, and it still was not fully plowed many weeks after the big snowstorm (it's a shared lot so not a Y Noodle specific issue, but just saying). The only thing that was unpleasant were the bathrooms - I get it was a busy weekend night, but they reeked of a litter box the second you stepped in, the floor was dirty and very wet with unknown substances, and the Dyson hand dryer is at such a weird, too high level on the wall that it sprayed water in my face. Everything else was a dream, can't wait to go back! Hopefully the bathrooms were just a fluke.

WOW. Such awesome food. You must try this place. The flavors were perfect all around. I can't even…read moredescribe how yummy things were. Not pictured was the tonkatsu meal and my pork belly buns (appetizer for meal). I drank the beer+soju pairing which was good. I never had soju before today. It tasted like apple liquor. I wish that our server had communicated that food comes out as it is ready. My meal came out 10 minutes before everyone else's which is awkward. Although this isn't fine dining, I find a sporadic placement of food to be strange because I sat with my food in front of me waiting for everyone else's. Service is not necessarily friendly, but they are attentive.

This place had amazing ramen! Honestly some of the best ramen I've had in a while…read more I found this place based on it being highly rated on Yelp and near the bar I was at for a work happy hour. I came in hungry and left satisfied! The staff was so nice as soon as I walked in. I wanted ramen and let the owner recommend his favorite. He recommended the short rib ramen and said the broth was very rich and the meat was very tender. That broth was fireeee. It was love at first bite. He wasn't lying! I also got a Japanese beer (white ale) and he said I made a good choice and the beer had a nice flavor. I wish I wasn't so full, I would've tried something else. Definitely will be back!

I had the boa buns and the yakisoba noodles and both was phenomenal .. very clean kitchen. Awesome…read morestaff 10 out of 10 definitely will be returning.

After an incredibly hot visit to the Roger Williams Park Zoo, I was craving something salty and…read moresatisfying on a spiritual level. With that in mind, there's nothing else I could imagine other than a hot bowl of ramen. Located about 1.7 miles or a 7min drive away, I was excited. Upon pulling up to the front of the building, you can drive slightly further down SE and park in the small lot with several spots. I actually don't remember anything about the interior to comment much. I was laser focused on getting food in my tummy. We ordered; Tan Tan Men ; a bowl of ramen with spicy pork miso broth. this absolutely hit the spot. it was deliciously salty and full of umami, and the toppings were just right, and I inhaled it in minutes Fried Calamari ; another excellent dish. the calamari was nice and crispy and the meat was tender. couldn't have been done any better. the mango chili puree sauce was also very good and something I haven't had before Tako Yaki ; I'm not sure if I need to say anything about this. it's about as yummy and expected of a properly-done tako yaki as you would expect Karaage ; this one was actually pretty upsetting with how bad it was. the chicken seemed like it was very overcooked - the skin was hard and crunchy instead of crispy, the meat was not juicy, and honestly the portions of these chicken bites were pitiful. I even sent a snap to a friend and she felt bad for me. the flavor was also immensely salty. it came with spicy mayo (which was actually spicy! that never happens!) and a tonkatsu sauce, but honestly I was desperately in need of something sweet like ketchup or honey. Wife and I ate a total of 3 pieces. Our waiter was very apologetic and asked multiple times if we wanted it re-done or if we wanted something else, but we were already pretty content by the time we could air our complaints. To my satisfaction, he removed the karaage from the bill. Despite the miss, the customer service and the quality of the other foods makes it easy for me to still give the place full stars.

I ordered online. It took a bit longer than expected but it was delicious. I enjoyed the 2 protein…read morebowl with seaweed salad and avocado. The tuna and salmon were very fresh. The chicken skins appetizer was not very filling though, I would not get that again but it was tasty and crunchy. Definitely coming back for the bowls!

We recently visited Sakuratani in Bristol for the first time and came away very impressed. This…read morefamily-run restaurant has only been open about a year, but it already feels like an established part of the local dining scene. A nice space. We began with spring rolls (VERY good - chicken and shrimp) and sake, and the sake program deserves special mention. We selected a very enjoyable $38 bottle and noticed several other bottles at lower price points, along with a wide selection of canned sake--many around $11. Some diners may balk at paying that much for a can, but they will happily pay more for a mediocre glass of wine at half the volume. The value here is actually quite good, especially for those looking to explore sake beyond the ordinary. Our entrées--the ramen and chicken katsu--were excellent. The ramen featured a rich, deeply satisfying broth, while the chicken katsu was perfectly crisp on the outside and tender within. If you want a "hotter " ramen - the have an add on for a buck. Service was warm and attentive, reflecting the pride that often comes with a family-owned business. The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, allowing the quality of the food to take center stage. Bristol is fortunate to have Sakuratani. Strong Japanese dining options can be hard to find outside larger cities, and for a restaurant only a year old, they seem to be doing many things right. We look forward to returning and exploring more of their menu--and their sake offerings. Highly recommended.

Stopped in here with some friends to try this place out since we were in the area!…read more Food: My friend got dashi tofu as an appetizer (not pictured) and it was quite an experience! Very silky, some crunch, and the dashi sauce was well balanced. We then ordered tonkotsu ramen as our entree, and let me tell you I was not disappointed. After trying numerous ramens, specifically tonkotsu, this rated 2nd under my first favorite place. The creamy, rich broth was balanced, the noodles were bouncy (maybe homemade?), and the toppings were all good! Personally I am not a fan of thick pieces of pork chashu, so just keep that in mind when ordering that meat topping. Otherwise, excellent! Service: it was pretty slow so we got in immediately. Our waiter was very nice and took care of our table promptly. Atmosphere: it's definitely darker in this place, but the atmosphere was cozy and the booths were nice! Overall for me this was a 4.7/5, I would definitely recommend going here and experiencing decent tonkotsu ramen!

Best Korean Fried Chicken ive had in town. Staff is amazing and price is even better. No tip needed…read moresince they pay their staff appropriately. A warm inviting ambiance that has more space than you would think. A must try.

Den Den Cafe Asiana is a Korean and Japanese cafe style restaurant steps away from RISD and Brown…read moreon College Hill in Providence, and it operates with a counter service format where I ordered at the front and the food came to my table. I walked into a space that is small and moody, the kind of room that feels lived in rather than designed for a particular aesthetic, and it suited the casual neighborhood feel of the surrounding area. The hot stone bibimbap is the dish that comes up most consistently and with the most enthusiasm. I ordered it and the stone bowl arrived sizzling. The rice along the bottom edges got crispy against the heat in a way that changed the texture and flavor of the whole dish as I ate through it. The beef and mushroom tofu versions are both well executed, and the egg on top finished the bowl correctly. The katsu is a solid option for anyone coming in looking for something more straightforward. I tried it and the breading was crispy while the cutlet inside stayed tender, and the sauce ratio was handled well rather than drowning what was underneath. The gyoza, japchae, seafood pancakes, and yaki soba fill out a menu that covers enough ground to satisfy a table with different preferences. Side dishes are served in modest portions, which was the main point of friction for me since I am used to more generous banchan. Food came out at a good pace and arrived hot. For Korean and Japanese comfort food in Providence, Den Den is a reliable and genuinely satisfying stop.

Great food and good price best mala i have. Batter then the one i have in flashing ny.read more

I had to pause my malatang dinner just to type this because IT'S THAT GOOD!!! Coming from…read moreCalifornia, I absolutely love malatang but I struggle to find good malatang in New England. I've been meaning to try this place, and I'm so glad I did because I'm obsessed!!! I got the malatang soup with level 3 spice, and the flavor is so amazing. The highlight of the dish for me is how they cooked everything so perfectly; I've definitely encountered malatang spots that either overcook or undercook the noodles/veggies but I've never had the ingredients cooked this well. The service was also so fast and they were super nice!! I came here on a Friday night and it was completely empty, which makes sense because it's summer and this spot is located in a college town. But I would 1000% come to the Brown University area JUST for this. The store is also super pretty and it even has a photobooth! I really hope that this place gets the love that it deserves; it's a small business that deserves so much more hype. I've tried so many different malatang spots in California, and this is definitely up to par with those (-: And it's a lot more affordable than other malatang spots too. Please please try this place; I highly recommend!! Especially with the sweet potato glass noodles!