In the quiet heart of Columbus, Indiana, where cornfields meet city streets, lies a doorway that…read moresecretly teleports you straight into Tokyo--Ramen Ally. Step inside and you're met with the warm glow the unmistakable aroma of simmering broth that has clearly been tended with devotion and patience. The atmosphere isn't themed it's authentically Japanese, like someone bottled a slice of Osaka and poured it gently into southern Indiana. But the main event? The ramen. Bowls arrive steaming, crowned with tender, golden yolked eggs, fresh pork, and noodles that strike the perfect balance between chew and silk. The broth--whether you journey through rich tonkotsu, savory shoyu, or the bold miso--is layered, soulful, and undeniably crafted by someone who respects the art of ramen. Every spoonful is a reminder that real ramen is not "fast food" like cup noodles--this is comfort, tradition, and technique in liquid form. Add to that gyoza that crisp perfectly at the edges that sings with flavor that would make a street vendor in Osaka proud, and you start to understand why locals speak about this place with reverence. Columbus has many hidden gems, but Ramen Ally is a destination--a place you don't just eat, you experience. It's the kind of spot that makes you question your loyalty to any other noodle you've ever known. Whether you're seeking authenticity, adventure, or just a bowl of ramen that hits you right in the soul--Ramen Ally delivers. 10/10 -- A culinary side quest worth every mile, every minute, and every slurp. 10/10-- The service is exceptional and delightful.

Best. Ramen. Ever…read more And a charming location and a wonderful staff. Ordered too much food and ate it ALL because it was all perfect The Gyoza were out first - perfectly steamed then lightly grilled. Then the main event - my Tonkotsu Ramen with extra pork. The key to good ramen is a balance of flavors in the broth and the noodle texture. Nailed both - and not too salty. I picked it up and drank the last leftover bits. The curry rice was my "dessert". Perfect again! Service was pleasant and prompt. Can't wait to come back.

The food was really great! I had spicy crab roll and hibachi shrimp. Well done, large pieces of…read moresushi that were flavorful. Once the wait staff started getting their rotation down they were super attentive and friendly. Soft music, clean, and comfortable. Lots of menu choices.

One of the worst dining experiences of my life. Terrible service, no music. Never coming back here…read moreagain. Food was subpar at best. Very understaffed and rude staff who created a stressful environment.

The staff was incredibly friendly. The shrimp was seasoned and cooked to perfection. However, the…read morerest of the food was flavorless. The beef was very tough and of poor quality. Will not be back

Visited for a late lunch with my son. He loved his smoothie. We split two sushi rolls and a Kani…read moresalad. The food came out quick and the restaurant was clean.

Absolutely amazing ramen! Ramen Hachi totally blew me away…read more The broth was rich and full of flavor -- I got the black garlic tonkotsu and it might be the best I've ever had. Noodles were perfect, and the pork was melt-in-your-mouth good. Service was fast and super friendly, and the whole place has a cozy, welcoming vibe. You can tell they care about what they're serving. This place is a hidden gem, and I'll definitely be coming back!

One of my favorite places ever. The spicy black garlic tonkotsu is my favorite. This place has the…read moretastiest pork bone broth out of every ramen place I've ever been to. Used to eat here twice a day in college. The owner Johnny is great!

I got a thorough explanation from the guy working here about how his wife came to be a chef and…read moreended up in this random midwestern town, but I still marvel at the fact that internet search technology that didn't exist when I was a kid somehow led me to an Indonesian restaurant here. I am somewhat familiar with the cuisine, and I had to stop myself from ordering everything here in order to increase my familiarity. Additionally, they are big tempeh makers and while it wasn't overly clear in writing, they made it clear that most of their menu items can be done vegan. They don't mess around in hitting all of the major taste notes (sweet, savory, sour, salty, umami). Starting with a ginger tea and a spring roll, I was already wowed. That tea had a tremendous kick and just enough sweetness and came with a lemongrass stalk for added flavor. My spring roll had a nice mix of noodles and veggies and was delicious. A side of fermented cabbage was complimentary; it was fine and probably healthy. My main dish was a mee goreng, stir-fried noodles. This dish is sort of like ramen in that you can get cheap mee goreng in a package (it's all the rage in Australia) and it's satisfying junk food, but the elevated restaurant version is much better. The version here is incredibly savory; no one uses fried onions better than Indonesians. Some sort of Asian greens added variety to my dish. They had a little storefront and I took a jar of tempeh in chili sauce. Their hours are somewhat limited and I'm not often in the area, but if I am I will definitely come back. Indonesian cuisine has not really penetrated the U.S. much, but this place had a lovely family atmosphere and the food, even if you are unfamiliar, is very easy to like.

One of our most favorite places that the whole family loves! Delicious every time. We are so…read morelucky to have this restaurant nearby!

Hokkaido Ramen House is my go-to place for good-quality ramen, and honestly, it's my personal…read morefavorite ramen spot overall. The food here is incredibly flavorful, consistent, and always hits the spot. I always order the spicy beef ramen, and I highly recommend it, it's rich, savory, and has the perfect kick of heat. Their boba tea is also surprisingly great. The taro flavor, in my opinion, is the best, super creamy, smooth, and perfectly sweetened. It pairs perfectly with the ramen and makes the meal feel complete. The bowls are on the pricier side, but I still keep coming back because the food is just that good. You can tell they put care into their ingredients and preparation, and the quality speaks for itself. The staff is average, not bad in any way, but nothing that particularly stands out. They're polite, get the job done, and keep things moving. The decor is cute, cozy, and matches the overall vibe of the restaurant really well. Whether you're a ramen lover, a boba tea fan, or someone looking to try something new, I absolutely recommend Hokkaido Ramen House. Consistent quality, delicious flavors, and a comfortable atmosphere make it an easy 5-star spot in my book.

My second bowl of ramen. Didnt disappoint. Portion was good enough to fill you up. Flavourful…read morebroth. I replaced pork with chicken. Given a choice i will make it spicier next time.

We live in Tampa but visit typically 2-3 times a year. When we stay in Fishers, we typically will…read moreeat here. When we were there this past October, we ate it two days in a row. It's definitely worth the visit!

Was looking for something warm and cozy on this cold winters night so what better than Ramen to…read morewarm you up. Upon entering we were greeted and seated within a minute or so. We opted to sit downstairs as this was our first time visiting and that was a little bit of a mistake as it was very cold with the door opening frequently. Our server came over promptly however she kept wanting us to order everything at once drinks, apps and entrees so I did feel a little rushed to make decisions. The service was fairly slow to receive our food and we never received a refill that we asked for on our drink. Which is why I opted for 4* for the review. Bar drinks Smoked old fashioned smelled amazing and is lit table side. Very strong and warm. Raspberry drink that I can't remember the name of but it was amazing and smooth not to sweet just right The food however was really good. The gyozas are the perfect mix of friend and steamed with a good balance of mix inside. I had the birria ramen. The meat was tender and flavorful. The noodles paired well with the meat. Broth was flavorful. I did add some hot sauce to it table side for an extra kick. Hubby ordered the spicy chicken ramen with a seasoned egg at the spicy level but could have went with a little more of kick so he added on spice table side as well. Chicken was tender. The broth was flavorful. The egg was cooked perfectly with the yolk just barely done inside. Would have liked to had more chicken as the portion was a bit small. The temp of broth was edible not so hot that you can't enjoy it We done one meal as a combo and had the Tokyo curry and salad to share. The salad was very plain and not much dressing. The curry on the other hand was delicious and the sticky rice was perfect We signed up for rewards and received a free mochi ice cream chocolate flavored. It was very good. One of the best I've had and I don't typically like mochi ice cream. Overall decent experience with the food.

This is one of my favorite bubble tea spots in town. I love their lychee milk tea, taro milk tea,…read morematcha milk tea, and brown sugar milk tea--they're all consistently good and full of flavor. The strawberry yogurt is another favorite of mine, refreshing and perfectly balanced. I also enjoy trying their special drinks, which are always fun and unique. The quality is consistent, and the drinks are made just right every time. Overall, it's a go-to place for me whenever I'm craving boba, and I highly recommend it to other bubble tea lovers.

I recommend this place. You can customize your drinks, I come for the poke bowl! Its preparation…read moreis perfect and the options are extensive. The atmosphere is nice, and the service is fast. 10 out of 10.

This ALWAYS hits the spot for fresh, fast and tasty Mongolian style food. The food bar has an ample…read moreselection of vegetables, noodle and protein / seafood options to offer limitless combinations. We always get the unlimited Yummy Bowl option to try various combos of ingredients and sauces. Even at the busiest of times we get our food extremely fast. Honestly, cooked in literal minutes, we legit crave this place. Totally worth the price and their selection of sushi rolls is also very good. Consistently delicious!!! :-)

Yummy Bowl was a solid experience overall. The food tasted good and felt like a great amount for…read morethe price. It was my first time, so I was a little confused at first, but once I watched how it worked it made sense. You fill your bowl with whatever you want, then they cook it how you like and bring it out. Service was good and it was fun watching them cook everything right in front of you! The staff was friendly and kept things moving. The inside is pretty standard, nothing too special, but the cooking area is the most interesting part to me. I would come back again to try another bowl!