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    Menya le Nood

    4.2 (765 reviews)
    ModerateRamen, Noodles
    Open 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Basic Tsukemen with black tonkastsu garlic broth and 2 pork
    Nicole F.

    Let's talk about truth in advertising, shall we? The black garlic broth ramen here is genuinely delicious -- rich, deep flavor, and the roast pork is done right. Big chunks, crispy skin, not drowned into mush in the broth like some places do. Chef's kiss on the pork. Shoutout to whoever curates the playlist -- 2000s hip-hop hits were playing and it was honestly the best part of the ambience. Good vibes musically, at least. But bring your reading glasses for the fine print, because what's on the menu photo and what lands on your table are two very different stories. My noodles arrived with a "sprinkle" of green onion (read: a pinch) and maybe 1-3 sad bamboo shoots doing a solo act where the picture showed a generous pile. When I politely pointed out the discrepancy, they still charged me $3 for what amounted to two tablespoons of green onion. Three. Dollars. Ambience is minimal -- think function over form -- and the environment felt more empty than cozy. There were only three people in the entire restaurant -- my husband, me, and one other guest -- yet service was mediocre at best. We sat there just staring at the staff for a solid 15 minutes waiting on our cold noodles and dipping sauce. Cold. Noodles. In an empty restaurant. Bottom line: the food has real potential and the broth is worth coming back for, but the portion-skimping and slow, inattentive service (with barely anyone to serve!) make this feel more like a cash grab than a noodle house. Fix the toppings, fix the pacing, and this could be a real contender.

    Bryson S.

    Broth is very rich, meat is fatty. I like their char siu cut. Noodle is al dente. They have different sizes and you can always add noodles. Nice spot close to Alas Chun wah Kam. Great date night spot. The inside is not super big. Check it out!

    Hermary G.

    I tried their shoyu regular ramen, and it was pretty good. The noodles had a great texture, the char siu was so tender, and the egg was one of the best eggs I've had in terms of being perfectly soft-boiled. The broth was a little sweeter than I'm used to. Service was good though and I was seated very quickly. A good hole in the wall, so it wasn't that busy!

    Kakuni spicy Tonkotsu ramen
    Marissa K.

    Tried the pork kakuni tsukemen and it totally hit the spot. The noodles had that perfect chewy texture and held up really well in the broth -- no sogginess even toward the end. The dipping broth was rich and savory with a deep pork flavor, but not overwhelmingly heavy or salty. The kakuni was the star though. Super tender, melt-in-your-mouth soft with just the right balance of fat and lean. It added so much depth to each bite when you dipped the noodles and grabbed a little piece of pork with it. Portion size was satisfying and everything tasted fresh and well thought out. Definitely a comforting, crave-worthy dish I'd come back for, especially if you're in the mood for something hearty but still refined.

    Inside
    Katherine S.

    Menya is one of those places that never disappoints. The noodles are insanely fresh -- perfectly chewy and springy -- and the broth is rich, flavorful, and super comforting without being too heavy. You can tell everything's made with care. I got the Tonkotsu ramen and it was amazing -- deep pork flavor, silky texture, and just the right amount of saltiness. The tsukemen (dipping noodles) is also a must-try; that dipping broth is pure umami heaven. The shop itself is clean, modern, and has a chill vibe. The staff are always friendly and quick, even when it's busy (which it usually is -- definitely worth the wait though!). Portions are generous, prices are fair, and you leave feeling full and happy. Whether you're a ramen lover or just craving a comforting bowl of noodles, Menya is one of the best in Honolulu. Must-try: Tsukemen, Tonkotsu ramen, and their spicy miso if you like a little kick! Con: Parking is not the greatest for this restaurant. Only street parking is available so try to go during non popular hours.

    Ella A.

    Wow lau lau! I trip on the service here! We came first then anyone here but was the last to be serve! Step up your service and for that alone I gave 3 star and will probably never come back here again even if I was force to come back.. sorry but not sorry! You guys made my son mad and this is for my son.

    Garlic shrimp bao
    Jordan Z.

    This was one of the first authentic ramen spots that came to hawaii after goma tei and it was a welcomed!! They used to be my favorite ramen spot but then a bunch more started coming (Wagaya, Noods, Onoya, Junpuu, ex.) but they still make an exceptional ramen. I usually go with the pork kakuni black tokotsu ramen add ajitama, the broth is rich and more on the thicker side but it is delicious!! Add the perfectly cooked soft boiled ajitama with the melt in your mouth kakuni, I could go for a bowl right now! One thing you must add is in the garlic shrimp bao bun, don't be discouraged by then, it's one of the best things your gonna put in your mouth here, they used a soft shelled shrimp that can be eaten WHOLE, topped with a great garlic sauce and perfectly complimented with a nice honey mustard sauce, it's a must get whenever you come here. Theyre also know for their tsukemen with is a dipping style noodles with a more concentrated broth which equally as delicious as any other ramen, just depending on what you're craving. This is a small shop located in a small building at the end of Pensacola street, there is very minimal parking so try to get there earlier, and try not to park across the street because they do tow. If you're craving ramen in the ala moana area, this is my highly recommended spot, give em a try.

    Veronica P.

    Checked this spot out and it was a little hidden gem. Came here for lunch with a friend and the ramen was delicious! I love gyoza and this hit the spot! It's a small little place, so seating can be tough if it's during lunch/dinner times. Parking is scarce, but there is parking right in front. Definitely plan to be back!

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    Gabriel P.

    My wife wanted to go Lin's Hawaiian Snack Shop to pick up some Lemond Peel. I wanted to have noodles for lunch. I told her let's try Menya Le Nood if we could find parking. Well, we lucked out. Hadicap street parking a few feet down from the restaurant. Menya is small restaurant with a Japanese flair. Metal stools and bench seating. It was comfortable enough for a short stay. Interesting was the kitchen which is four steps above the dining area. I had the Menya ramen with tonkasu broth. My wife had the standard ramen with shoyu broth combo. This included Three pieces of goyza. The goyza was not to my liking. The Menya had a good tasting broth. It had a perfect whole soft boiled egg and two thick slices of pork belly . The pork was tender and flavorful. The noodles were on the denser side and chewy. Our server was pleasant and courteous. Enjoy

    tsukemen with spinach and Chicken Karaage
    Cheryl B.

    Whenever I'm craving cold noodle with hot dipping broth we head to this cute little restaurant called Menya on Pensacola. Parking is limited maybe about 5 stalls in front of the building. We usually go on a Sunday when they open so it's not peak time. Service is good and there's about 8 tables that can seat 4. My go to dish is tsukemen with spinach with goma or black tonkatsu dipping sauce chicken karaage combo. The takoyaki and gyoza is good too.

    Ramune drinks WITH a Ramune ice bar!
    Edie S.

    This place looks like a little hole in the wall, street parking, might have to walk a couple of blocks but SO totally worth it. Four of us went and had different kinds of ramen which all had incredible broths, and also really delicious karaage chicken (spicy & not), yummy Ramune drinks, & huge pork bao buns. Everything was so good we wanted to return the next day and have more.

    Standard Ramen with Black Tonkotsu Broth
    Cassandra K.

    Menya le Nood is a cozy little hole-in-the-wall type of joint that serves a no-nonsense, straight-up bowl of Japanese comfort food. After an event we attended fell through, my husband and I were hungry. It was easy for us to stop off at this little shop by bus on the way back to our hotel accommodations in Waikīkī. Being from California, I'm used to flashier ramen chain restaurants that offer more fusion-forward options. While those types of ramen restaurants are good, Menya le Nood is even better in my book because it tastes home-cooked with love for the craft in spades. I opted for the Standard Ramen (includes chasiu, bamboo shoots, green onion, and a shoyu egg) with Black Tonkotsu broth (nice and garlicky). My first taste of the broth proved a rich, velvety body with a deep, yet clean, umami flavor. The fresh, bouncy noodles were perfectly cooked, bringing it all together for a solidly delicious bowl of ramen. I haven't yet been to try ramen in Japan, but something tells me that this bowl is pretty darn close. I have to hand it to the staff, too, for making us feel welcome even though we crashed into the shop close to closing. We just barely made the cut for last call... and I'm glad we did! Service wrapped up with a handy little punch card letting us know that if we purchase 10 orders of ramen or tsukemen over the next year, we will get one order free. I probably won't be back in Honolulu in time to use it, but if I was local to O'ahu, I know I'd be a regular at this spot.

    Enjoy a glass of Sapporo beer.
    Jim C.

    After a night of YouTube and Anthony Bourdain, I had to get some tsukemen. This was the first place I got introduced to it. I never got to try getting the "real thing" in Japan but it matches up real nice to what I saw. Thick noodles with a chewy bite. Real rich and hearty flavored dipping sauce. The thick and rich roasted pork belly really added to the enjoyment. It wasn't real busy on a Tuesday lunchtime so I wasn't worried about taking the time to enjoy the food.

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    Lovely place and food. Great service and ambience. It feels like being in japan. Food is great.

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    Real Japanese ramen! City/Rick screwed up parking though; call 768-5010 to stop messing the streets!

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    Does Menya offer gift cards?

    yes, I think you just tell them how much to load on it. $20-$100 etc

    Do they take reservation?

    Hi. Unfortunately no, it will be walk-in only with first come first serve. Thank you.

    Can you eat the entire crispy garlic shrimp including the shell?

    Of course!!!!! That's da best part

    How does their check in work for dining in? We tried to go but no employee was in the front for greeting, people were waiting outside scattered in the front, and the sign said "Please wait to be seated".

    I normally ask the other patrons outside if they've already signed in or not. After confirming I go inside and sign in before waiting outside again 😉

    Why the name change?

    They dropped the name because they didn't want to keep paying Musashi for the use of their name. They became an independent franchise.

    Are they open for lunch on Memorial Day? Called several times but no answer? Called 3x tonight around 8:00 - 8:30. Thanks, just called (9:08 PM) & they said they are open. And now they decide to close?

    When did you call? They don’t open all day so you need to call between 11am and 2:30 and then after 5pm. Idk if they open this Monday, Memorial Day.

    Do you have a stamp card?

    They restarted their stamp card program.

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