Their veggie curry w mushroom ramen is secretly made with magic. I usually skip veggie ramen…read morebecause it never hits the same as something that has meat in it, but this one is honestly one of my favorites. Rich, comforting, and so homey. The waiting area to be seated is very small, I've come here mostly on a busy night and it does take a minute to get seated but they're very quick so just be patient. If you're craving a bowl of ramen, this is the spot. And don't skip the yuzu sake to pair with.

My son and I have eaten here several times but first since the name change…read more 12 yo loved the edamame. Served hot and seasoned well. We sat at the bar and service was very attentive. Almost too much. I had the tantanmen. With fried tofu. Good if a little muddled. 12 yo loved tonkotsu shio. He thought it was good as any where else. I don't think we will be back but 12 yo might persuade me. I'd try the bowl next time.

I have a standing meeting in the area, twice a week. One of those tends to abut lunch, and Yokohama…read moreis a frequent stop. The last time I was in, I took several of my coworkers and we made a feast of it. The interior is that semi-industrial chic look that is so common in Portland -- high ceilings, exposed HVAC, very clean and Spartan furnishings. It's quite comfortable, and pleasant to be in. Your order at the counter, and your food is delivered to your table very shortly thereafter. There are a number of option which are available and a variety of upgrades which can be added On this particular trip, I got the pork miso Ramen, adding half a soft boiled egg, and green tea. I am a particular fan of that, but have sampled around the menu and it's all excellent. Parking is highly problematic. You need to be in the area and fairly committed to the process as it's all on-street parking and highly variable. If you're already there? Pretty awesome choice. If you're going just to eat there? Some planning is required as well as fortitude -- you may be parked several blocks away, depending on construction, etc.. Food is exceptional. Highly recommended. Worth the hassle factor. Not 100% sure that I would make a trip just for the meal, but given that I'm in the area? Complete no-brainer.

Parking: Street parking. There is validation for a parking structure but we did not try that based…read moreon previous reviews that validation did not work. Food: - SHOYU MAZESOBA. Enjoyed this dish. Lots of toppings but they were not necessary. The pork was tender and cooked well. The noodles were thick and chewy. Yum! And there was enough flavor to go around. Got the extra large because I was hungry and I was very happy to have the extra noodles :). - TONKOTSU WITH BLACK GARLIC. The broth had good flavor and you could taste the black garlic. Noodles were thin and cooked well. Service: Fast and friendly :). The restaurant was not crowded on a Wednesday for lunch. Order at the counter first and seat yourself. Food came quickly. Ambiance: clean, spacious.

Loved this place! If you're in the mood for sushi must try…read more Service is wonderful and ambiance was nice. The food was all delicious and the presentation was beautiful! Would definitely go back and eat here again when in Portland!

My family and I got the trail blazer roll, hello kitty roll, and baked mussels, and all were good!…read moreThe hello kitty roll had baked tuna, which was my first time trying, and I liked it! The baked mussels had a unique chili(?) taste to it that I appreciated. The restaurant was really aesthetic and the service was great and attentive.

This no-frills ramen shop is a fantastic, comforting destination that's especially cozy on a rainy…read morePortland day. The kitchen brings out steaming bowls incredibly fast, filled with rich broths and excellent toppings with an efficient, straightforward dining style. Tonkotsu Shoyu (4/5): A deeply comforting and classic bowl of ramen. They offer a generous portion of perfectly cooked noodles paired with plenty of fresh vegetables like spinach, green onions, and mushrooms. The soft-boiled egg was perfectly yolky, but the dish would've been elevated even further with a slightly more generous serving of chashu pork. Tonkotsu Red (5/5): A unique variation for those who love a bit of heat. It shares the same chewy noodle and vegetable foundation as the Shoyu, but has a spicy broth that builds and ramps up the more you slurp. The heat was a distinct, subtle numbing sensation reminding me of Sichuan peppercorns, creating an incredibly flavorful and unique twist on a traditional tonkotsu base. Logistics Tip: This is a fast and casual self-service setup where you walk right up to the counter upon entering to order from the menu displayed on the wall. Indoor seating is limited to a few long, communal tables, so be prepared to potentially share space with other diners during peak hours, and remember to bus your own dishes when finished. For parking, street spots are easy to find and can be paid for using the local Parking Kitty app.

The tonkotsu shoyu was meh. The broth was too salty, but it was also lacking in, something. It felt…read morekinda like water, oil and salt, and like it was missing some sort of more complex meaty, umami, maybe nutty or spicy notes. The noodles also felt kinda vanilla to me. Nothing in terms of more complex eg. wheat-y or grain-y notes. The chasu was a bit on the lean and dry side, although the fatty part melted in your mouth, which was good. I hate when it's chewy. I liked the curry and rice a lot. The pork had a nice texture that was fun to chew. It had some bite to it. It also felt meaty and satisfying. The rice was cooked well too. But unfortunately the bowl was super small. It's a $4 add-on to the curry that you can finish in like 3-5 spoonfulls. Maybe that's not terrible as an add-on; I dunno. The line was out-the-door and moved slowly. It took forever to move through the line and order. Granted, it was like 6pm on a Saturday. Personally I don't really mind the slowness, but I know others do.

Thank you to all the previous reviews as they guided me here in my quest to find the best ramen in…read morePortland. As others have said yes it's very small, and that adds to the charm and vibe. It's quirky, dark, and quaint which I loved. I had the spicy seafood ramen and my friend the Tomo ramen. The broth on mine was to die for and my friend immediately wished he had ordered what I had. I was kind and shared of course. His Tomo was also good, subtle comforting and has the best tasting pork I've ever had in ramen.

Although we've been to the Woodstock location several times, this was our first visit to the…read moreHawthorne location. It's small but very cute, and there was no problem finding a place for two people to sit. I'm not a big fan of the kiosk ordering, and we also had to flag someone down at the end when we needed to-go containers. Our food came promptly and was exactly as ordered, the person who delivered it was very pleasant, but nobody checked on us after that. Just a slight annoyance. The food itself was very nicely presented and tasted delicious. In addition, serving sizes were so generous that we ended up with enough leftovers for two more meals. So while the prices aren't cheap, they're a pretty good value.

Rich, flavorful, good portions. Ordered at the food truck. Chicken teriyaki is a solid choice. Love…read morethe tonkotsu ramen! Perfect meal on a cold day in Portland. One tip I'd add is if you're ordering the ramen, be careful about the soup spilling out of the container. Luckily I double bagged since I brought my own bag -- spillage was contained in the plastic bag they provided. Good thing only a little spilled!

This is a food cart at the Brooklyn Carretta…read more The service was fast and friendly. The food itself was freshly made and hot. Because of that, expect a small wait for your order to be prepared. I ordered a chicken teriyaki plate which comes with rice and a salad. The dressing on the salad was unidentifiable but so yummy. It had a sweet and savory flavor. The teriyaki was delicious. Tender chicken with just enough sauce. It was a great experience, and I'm looking forward to a return visit!

Delicious food. Love the vegan ramen but everything is good. The fried oysters are also a treat…read more Kyle is charming and attentive. It is a regular stop for us.

Great and tasty Ramen. Great customer service…read more The Tantan ramen was pretty good. They have a fireplace that will keep you warm In winter time.

i had such an amazing experience here! our server was very kind and made helpful recommendations to…read moreus. he truly went above and beyond and made the experience special for us. there is plenty of seating. the space feels comfortable and casual. there are tons of windows that fill the place with natural lighting and there is a parking lot as well as street parking. we got the seasonal roast duck curry and i really like how they took the meat off the bones for us so that we could eat it more easily. i love duck but hate tediously removing the bones, so this made me enjoy the dish 10x more. everything was flavored perfectly and the prices are very reasonable as well. when we were finished, our server brought us some mango sticky rice free of charge. his thoughtfulness is much appreciated and i can't wait to come back here!

This is a gem of a restaurant! The servers/staff are incredibly sweet and kind, and the food is…read moreflavored to perfection. It's a cozy, family-owned spot. I loooove the Pineapple Fried Rice and the Pink Lady (sweet & sour shrimp with veggies)! Highly recommend.