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    Neko Ramen & Rice

    4.5 (211 reviews)
    ModerateRamen
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Black garlic ramen
    Phil B.

    Small space we discovered one night as we arrived in Denver in a rainy night. Ramen was the perfect vibe and this place did not disappoint. The only downside is that the seating capacity is limited and on a very busy day, you may need to share a table. Both the pork belly bun and ramen was very good for CO standards (still doesn't compare to west coast restaurants). The bun was a little smaller than what I'm used to and for the price ($8 each) I would've expected a bit more

    Shrimp
    Shruti J.

    The ramen here instantly transported me back to the meals I had in Japan, it's incredibly authentic. The spicy miso ramen was so flavorful yet perfectly spiced. The black garlic ramen was also really good - if you like garlic this is the your perfect ramen order! The shrimp was so freshly friend, loved it! Service is quick! Totally worth the 40 minute drive from Parker!

    Wall of cats
    Clara C.

    We wanted something warm but everything was closed at 10 PM. We settled for Neko because they closed late. We called to make sure their kitchen doesn't close earlier than posted closing time. They're next to the Domino's and Starbucks. Inside the decor is trendy with Japanese-themed cats. Neko is cat in Japanese, so duh. You order at the tablet, then take a table number that's in the box to the left. I got whatever spicy ramen they had for $17 regular size. You have to pay extra to get the spicy sauce, which was actually spicy and good. I dropped the entire container into my ramen and even used it to dip the karaage. I didn't like the karaage. It was too "American". The ramen was ok. Noodles were filling. I wish they didn't put fried onions. I might have missed that option when ordering? I vaguely remembering that you could add toppings though. Service? Where? Maybe they were new? One didn't speak English. -Bathroom available -parking lot with plenty of parking -No outdoor seating -Fountain drinks, self-served

    Jessie W.

    Awesome little hole in the wall ramen place. We were searching for a ramen place open late and stumbled upon neko. I had the black garlic ramen and it was very garlicky and delicious. Our only complaint was the egg in the ramen was poached rather than boiled, which we prefer boiled eggs. Also the decor is very cute and fun. Staff was very nice as well.

    Miso Ramen
    Jerry F.

    Excellent ramen spot, a great comfort food spot we enjoy frequenting with eclectic music (I love when they go anime) and its vegetarian friendly (my gf loves the vegan creamy ramen). You order via a kiosk and then they deliver the food to you when you sit down via the number you're given. Sailor Moon in neon eating ramen is a very nice touch too, but keep an eye out for the evil Neko. On the top, via spotlight from the far left it's the second from the left. Something we noticed, this Neko seems to watch you

    Spicy miso ramen
    Ronald Y.

    I recently gave Neko Ramen & Rice a try after noticing its appealing storefront and trendy ambiance on some online photos. The decor is definitely a strong point. The place is filled with fun Japanese paraphernalia that creates a cool, immersive atmosphere reminiscent of a Tokyo ramen bar. Ordering is done via kiosk, which is convenient enough. After placing my order, I received a number and waited about 15 minutes for the food to be ready. The process was smooth, though the staff seemed pretty uninterested and disengaged. Not rude, but definitely not warm or welcoming. As for the food: I had higher hopes. I got the spicy miso ramen, and it tasted fairly generic and lacked that rich, deep umami flavor that defines a good bowl. The broth didn't stand out in any particular way, and the pork was overly salty -- to the point it tasted like it had been over-marinated or left too long in soy sauce. It wasn't inedible, but it wasn't satisfying either. Coming from Southern California, I've had better spicy miso ramen. Overall, while the setting and concept are appealing, the actual food and service didn't live up to my expectations. I really wanted this to be a new favorite spot, but unfortunately, it left me a bit disappointed. There's potential here, but it needs more attention to flavor and guest experience to stand out.

    Kristina R.

    Really enjoyed our spicy and black ramen with vegan meat. We tried the lunch special as well which was good just had to add a little soy sauce. The service was great and enjoyed the sailor moon decoration!

    Alan S.

    Just an update that the owner did contact us and refunded our meal. This was the right thing to do and I am glad no one got seriously sick. They did mention how they are reviewing their food handling practices.

    Corn butter ramen with pork instead of chicken
    Annette T.

    When I first walked in, I noticed how hip and cute it was with the decor and neon lights. This place has a self-serve kiosk and you order first and grab a number then find a table. I ordered the corn butter ramen with pork instead of chicken and it came out quickly. I liked that the corn butter option was unique than other ramen spots, but I found that the taste of the ramen overall was ok. The pork pieces were small and weren't as fatty as some of the pieces you get in authentic ramen. Overall, it was a good experience but not the tastiest ramen I've had.

    Bang Bang Shrimp (6pcs)
    Phil S.

    I'm so glad this place is located here! The food is outstanding and the service is wonderful. The food is rich and flavor and on a cold day, just warms the soul. The atmosphere is a taste of what it might be like in Japan. Highly recommend!

    Vincent C.

    I came to Neko Ramen & Rice for a late dinner. Upon arriving, the place was packed, but despite this, the line moved fairly quickly. The speedy service continued after I had placed my order, with my food coming out within several minutes. As for the quality of the food, it was pretty good for a fast-casual restaurant. The broth was flavorful and complemented the chicken, whereas the egg was perfectly poached. On top of the excellent service, two employees here have the same first name as me! Overall, I would recommend Neko Ramen & Rice if you're looking for good quality ramen served at breakneck speeds.

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    Ashley C.

    Such a cute spot. Doesn't hold a lot of patrons on the inside but they sure do turn and burn Togo orders! The staff were all super friendly and nice. This is an order at the front and they'll bring you your food type of place but the employees were still coming around and asking if everything was going okay and if we needed anything. There were only two front of house employees and they were doing awesome. Food! The ramen was amazing! Probably top 3 places in Denver to get Ramen. Everything about it was so good.

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