What is Noods? I had to Google it. I can't keep up with urban words nowadays. So keep up with me here. Vibe is chill as young folks say these days. Young server quickly greeted us and let us sit anywhere. He asked if we've been here before and quickly ran down some specials. I love it when they ask "been here before?" I was set on Black garlic Tonkotsu. Served with thin ramen noods. I love thin noodles and they're not yellow. No need to dye the noodles. I like them as is. Rich broth and crunchy garlic. Their special is carmelized kimchee gyoza and Gochuchang, spicy ramen. Kimchee gyoza wasn't too spicy but spicy ramen is spicy as it should be. Best of all, music playlists were from 90s. Love it even more! My Era! Anyways, comfortable, cute, easy ramen joint in Kaimuki with excellent service. You can park in Kaimuki municipal parking lot. read more

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3 and a half stars really... Full disclosure, I ordered through Door Dash. My food was delivered with 20 minutes, which is incredibly speedy! The flavor of my creamy garlic shoyu ramen was fine. Nothing special, but good enough. However, it was cold (not room-temperature. Cold!) and there was very little of it. "Lazy tax" aside, I could've had a much tastier and more satisfying meal for way less if I had just added some veggies and (very) little meat to a pot of Sapporo noodles prepared at home. I understand times are hard, especially for small businesses, in this economy but pouring more broth would've made a big difference. Even if I had to po it in the microwave myself. read more

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Craving something warm and comforting? The miso ramen with chashu totally hit the spot The broth was rich, savory, and perfectly balanced -- not too salty, just deep umami goodness. The chashu was tender and flavorful with that melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes every bite satisfying. And the homemade gyoza? So yummy. Crispy on the bottom, juicy and well-seasoned on the inside, and clearly made fresh. Dipped in that tangy sauce... chef's kiss. Such a solid combo meal -- comforting, flavorful, and exactly what I needed. Definitely coming back for this again. read more

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Everyone raves about the black garlic ramen but unfortunately I found the flavor of the broth lacking. It was more oily than deep/ rich. To be fair, it wasn't bad.. but it wasn't great either. Decent option if you want an average bowl of ramen but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here. read more

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I was never a fan of ramen (don't come for me I just prefer clear broths) but this place is AMAZING! They are the reason I started enjoying ramen!! Their truffle and shoyu are my faves ;p I would def recommend!!! I also rec the corn tempura!! One of my fave appetizers there!!!! read more

Black bean.miso ramen spicy and Wakes up your throat. Good flavor spicy and some tonkatsu soft and tender. Small quaint place good service. They have tan tan ramen one of more other favorites Will try other dishes. Small places but clean . read more

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A generous 4 stars because I was walking around the neighborhood and saw they sold Lumpia so I dropped in and placed an order. It was a bit pricey for 5 small Shanghai Lumpia for $7 which is the most I have ever paid for small lumpia. The lumpia were crunchy on the outside, slightly soft wrapper on the inside and meat had good flavor. I'm not sure if they make their own lumpia. It reminded me of the Shanghai Lumpia sold at Costco. On the lumpia alone I would give Nood's a 3.5 but rounded up to a generous 4.0 rating. read more

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Upfront, the food was very good and tasty. They even have an all vegan menu option along with their regular menu! But the reason for my 3 out of 5 stars would be for the service... or lack of. As a party of 3 on a Monday night at 7:30pm, we were one of few tables. We had to wave our waitress down multiple times for service- to order, for water refill, had to ask twice for a take out container... the slow service seemed to entice a more laid back situation for the workers to talk story rather than serve tables. But she was very nice during interaction! They offer you a stamp card and after 9 ramens, you get the 10th for free. The store front faces waialae avenue, but there is a lot of street parking as well as a meter lot behind the building. The food is what would bring me back to this restaurant but maybe I'll try out a different location. Be sure to try the corn tempura! read more

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I see the reviews and I really want to love Noods but is it wrong if I say it's just okay?To preface, Noods is currently doing a lunch special with $3 off until 2 on weekdays, so the cheaper price is incorporated into the rating as well. I ordered the spicy miso. The broth reminds me of red miso paste vs. the creamier broth you normally get with white miso. It wasn't what I was expecting but it was still umami and tasty. The aji-tama was perfect and the noodles were a good texture, however the cha-siu was tough and fatty. The server was very kind and polite, the restaurant overall was clean. I think the lunch menu price is a fantastic deal and I may be back to try their other menu offerings at that price point! read more

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Good food, pleasant staff, will be ordering the birria ramen again, tried my friend's pesto ramen which was also delicious. read more

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FANTASTIC vegan ramen was devoured here last night. They have an elaborate vegan menu which I really appreciate as it's hard to find veggie options especially in Ramen. We tried their vegan creamy garlic shoyu and their vegan black garlic miso ramen and they were both sooo flavourful and loaded with yummy toppings. A special mention to their kimchi fried dumplings and the excellent dipping sauce it comes with. I wish I could just drink the sauce, it was THAT good! I'm so bummed I don't have Noods in the Bay Area, I hope to return before my end of trip. read more

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Service was good. Food was meh. I've never had bad ramen before until now. The noodles were undercooked. The broth was not as flavorful as you would expect from a ramen shop. The half egg was underwhelming. No complaints on the gyoza, that was tasty. The shop was cute and clean. But I've never had underwhelming ramen before and I was surprised that it was even possible! read more

I'd say Noods Ramen Bar is very okay overall, but honestly, it's only worth it if you're coming for happy hour. I got here right at opening, so there weren't many people here at all, which made for a quiet meal. The service was just okay--not particularly attentive, but since it was empty, it was fast enough. If you're paying full price, there are better bowls in Honolulu, but for the happy hour deals, it's a decent enough spot to grab a bite before it gets crowded read more

I've been twice now and will likely be back again. The spicy Thai curry ramen and the birria ramen are both delicious -- the best ramen I've had in Kaimuki so far! Noods is conveniently located right next to a bus stop, making the trip there and back a breeze. Their Buy One Ramen, Get One Free deal nights are great for a group, but be sure to get there early as a line does form. read more

One of the best ramen in Honolulu. Amazing food & cool vibes. The server was very quick and friendly. Will definitely be back! :) read more

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I do not get the hype about this place.. I went when they first opened and thought average and probably won't be back. But years later I constantly see people recommending it. So I go back 2025 and try their classic tonkotsu. They actually have a buttload of different flavors and broths (april had a cool crawfish one). I wanted the classic let's see what kind of base they are working with. Lunch all the ramen was $2 off so that was a nice bonus. Also got the gyoza which was also recommended (pan fried). The tonkotsu ramen was mid. Noodles a bit over cooked, no chew to them. Broth was very light and lacking in thickness and flavor. Gyoza was nice but definitely not the best, could he way more crispy. The egg was actually my favorite - this was perfection! JAMMY and umammi! Hawaii is tough because we do have so many good ramen spots ! This unfortunately does not make my list. read more

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Quick and accommodating lunch. Good quality. Generous portions. Proportions a little off in some of the bowls and I prefer a bit stronger flavors for the fusion dishes. Service was decent and the lunch discounts are a great deal if you're there regularly! read more

Talk about quick service (and super friendly staff)!!! We were really hungry, so we ordered the Kimchi potstickers which came out minutes after we ordered them. And then about a minute later we got our ramen. Warm, squishy noods, and flavorful broth. There is also some red pepper powder on the table to add to your bowls to make as spicy as you want. While the Kimchi potstickers didn't really taste like Kimchi, it was still tasty. Will be back to try all the other broths. I tried the miso and the hubs had black garlic which super garlicky in the best way. read more

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We absolutely love noods. My honey and I come here at least once a month, but were encouraged this visit to stray from our normal orders and were not disappointed!! I had their kabocha ramen and he, the tsukemen. Both were incredibly flavorful and generous in size. We also tried chicken karaage for the first time, which was hot and fresh, but not overly spiced or oily. The service here is also ways very good and the food comes out pretty quickly. Keep in mind, it is a small space with few tables that sit more than 4 people. We haven't tried their takeout yet, but always see people coming in to pickup orders, so I'm assuming the noodles sit well and are just as good enjoyed at home! read more

Noods Ramen Bar - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Noods is probably one of my favorite ramen shops to go to! It's a little cozy shop on Waialae Ave. I typically park at the metered parking lot behind the building so there's usually ample parking (if there's none you can always go to the metered parking lot next to that one). The service was solid, no complaints there! I got my usual, the creamy garlic shoyu ramen which was flavorful and creamy. My boyfriend got their special that's running through October-December which was the pork adobo ramen. His thoughts on it was that the flavor profile was interesting (it's a shoyu vinegar base broth) and it was good but he probably would order something else next time. For those of you who like ajitama, their ajitama is really good where you can actually taste the shoyu that they marinated the eggs in. Their corn tempura is also always very delicious, super crunchy! I got a mango peach lemonade which the mango and peach flavors weren't too strong but they allowed me to mix flavors and it was only $5 so what the hell LOL! Overall, I always have a great experience at Noods and will definitely be coming back (please bring back the quail egg appetizer guys )! read more

Noods Ramen Bar - Creamy garlic shoyu ramen, special from Oct-Dec: pork adobo ramen, corn tempura, two extra ajitama, and a mango peach lemonade :) - Ramen Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Love my Noods!! You can find them right here in Kaimuki...on Waialae to be exact parking is either meters street or municipal in the back but know that the slurps begin here. Don't know why I haven't written a review here but know it's about time I do so especially since I took mom here cause she loves the noodles here which I agree though for some reason it fell short a bit as we ordered two sides Gyoza and Corn Tempura (which was a hot mess as it was all in pieces) we weren't given side dishes and didn't really notice that as we both dug in spilling corn until the end of our meal but they did keep coming back to check on us and didn't bother with informing that by then, the gyoza came with a pre mixed sauce which was too spicy for mom which I didn't like as well we're both vinegar lover and love the experiment of creating our own sauce and wished they gave us that option. I ordered the Truffle Shoyu Ramen which had a nice hint of truffle using white truffle oil and powder the ramen is topped with half aji Tamago, menma, a giant piece of nori and a super thick cut of pork chashu. Really wished that the soup was a tad bit more hot which was something mom mentioned that I noticed later but at a price of $17 it should be on point. Love the artsy vibe on each wall along with the service as they kept checking on us but as a Ramen Bar you need to give some share plates when ordering sides and be mindful to have the gyoza sauce table side as mom ended up eating it plain. Thank you! read more

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Great broth quality and choices. This place has long been a reliable choice for a good bowl of ramen with a variety of sides. I particularly vouch for the dynamite shrimp. Given that parking can be tough unless you get a lucky spot out front, they are fast on fulfilling takeout orders which are easily entered online. read more

Small eatery with some parking challenges. Take out is popular! Ramen is okay, not as flavorful as the other ramen shops with vegan options. The shiitake mushrooms they use for the ramen and bao are a little tough, edible, but could be better! Service is great! read more

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It was hands down some of the best Ramen I've ever had. The broth was rich and delicious. I opted for the black garlic. They had some dry spice on the table if you wanted to go that route. We started with the Gyoza, and it was probably the best I've ever had. I loved the crispy fried garlic on top, and one side was pan-fried--so good. I would come back just for them. read more

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Ordered takeout - ramen was packed well and tasty. I like how all of the ramens come w/ all of the toppings already included! The garlic fried rice is for the REAL garlic lovers. That stuff is no joke. read more

Overall it's a very cool place!!!!,with hard working people. The ramen is BOMB. No complaints. So much umami in every bite just feels like im gaining energy. It's great. Definitely a place that's for younger people but regardless the food is so good so just order take out ~ take out orders from here are still very good ~ read more

I took my daughter to Noods Ramen Bar for dinner and found a new favorite spot. My 10-year-old can eat noodles for every meal and never get tired of it... so needless to say, she's probably had more bowls of ramen in her life than I've had in mine. And she declared Noods' Shoyu ramen one of the best bowls she's ever had. We started out with garlic chili gyoza and ended up fighting over the final piece. My daughter hates anything spicy while I love chili oil. The restaurant was very accommodating to serve the garlic chili oil on the side so that we could both enjoy the gyoza. Then we moved on to our ramen, Shoyu for her and miso pesto for me (based on yelp reviews that did not steer me wrong). The bowls were delicious and everything was served really quickly. We were probably in and out of there in less than 45 minutes. read more

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Every time I'm here, I love sending photos from this Ramen Bar of my NOODS to friends. The food is always finds a way to hit the spot not only in my stomach, but in my heart and soul. From our host, server, and chef were all so attentive, it felt like an abundant family that were all on the same wavelength. The atmosphere is so homie, the only way not to pass the vibe check is to come in with a full stomach. 13/10 highly recommend. please do not skip this spot. read more

Located in Kaimuki with street parking and parking lots around, Noods is a small, simple restaurant. The inside was clean and did not feel like there was an overwhelming amount of decor. The service was quick when we got there and ordered. I ordered the Truffle shoyu ramen, which was good! It was definitely a solid pick and they have a selection of other ramen options, bowls, and some other food selections. Next time, I would be interested in trying a bowl. However, the ramen was good and flavorful. Definitely filling as the portion size was good. read more

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I did a pickup order last night and everything went super smooth and easy but I just didn't like the ramen! I loved the packaging - it's hard to get ramen to go so I appreciated that. It also smelled amazing. I ordered the black garlic tonkatsu ramen and ordered extra chashu. The chashu was so chewy and the soup and chashu just didn't have much flavor! I added some chili garlic stuff I had at home but it didn't help. read more

While in Hawaii, Noods Ramen Bar is a must-visit. They offer an extensive menu with many options. My favorite menu items were their Garlic Chili Gyoza, Garlic Soy Chili Edamame, Shitake Garlic Fried Rice, and their Creamy Garlic Shoyu. I love flavorful and seasoned food, and each dish we ordered was spot on. The Gyoza was fried to perfection, with pieces of crunchy garlic that made every bite better than the last. The sauce on the edamame was finger-licking good. The place itself is cool with spacious seating, and the service is excellent. They have public parking nearby for a fee. The price you pay for the meal is reasonable, and I will definitely be coming back whenever I'm in Hawaii. read more

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One of my go-to ramen spots these days. Dined in and got the Shoyu Ramen with the 5pc Gyoza. Was surprised to see the dining area less than half empty when we ate there considering it was a Saturday night. It did take a while(~20min) to get our food, considering there were about 2-3 other parties dining in. Overall great quality ramen and will definitely be coming back. read more

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Visited a friend nearby and we decided to just try this place out. Little did we know that we'd be blown away by the food, and will make it a point to come back and try again soon! We ordered 3 different ramen dishes, myself getting the tsukumen dipping noodles. The broth was deliciously salty. Now when you ask for spicy, they provide you with Powdered chili spice, which is available on each table. That. Ish. Is. SPICY . Like burn your boots hole spicy. And I love it. Like it had great flavor and burn. My friends also enjoyed their own ramen dishes. We also got a few apps to share. The karaage chicken was okay, but I assume would be better if eaten fresh in house. The takoyaki was pretty good. But the winner - the winner was the ginger scallion gyoza. With we got 2 orders cause we were fighting over those. Like I said, all the food was delish so we're going to eat in house soon. The vibes seemed great, and the front of house were pretty friendly when I picked up my food. I feel like it was either the manager or owner who helped get my food, but his demeanor and service helped convince me to wanna come back. read more

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The food is delicious, unique, and flavorful. But for the high prices I don't want to order at the counter, get it myself, and clean up after myself! If it were a dining experience with a server then I'd pay that price again and again. read more

I've had two different experiences here but must say I do appreciate a menu that caters to different tastes. Am glad the second visit proved that the noodles can be silky and slurp-a-licious. Cause the first time it was a cold night and chewy noodles didn't hit the spot. The vegan tan tan had all the spicy notes I crave but could've been served at a hotter temperature. On a second visit, I tried the Thai style vegan ramen and it was the perfect blend of spice and creaminess. Funnily, that was the day there was only one waiter for the busy restaurant. My friends on both occasions devoured the kim chi gyozas. Tiny morsels deep fried golden served with a dipping sauce. Yum-o. The space was dark and smallish, and the wooden backless seats a bit slippery for peeps wearing spandex leggings. Remember to use your phone to scan the QR code to being up the menu... one for vegans and the other for the regular menu. Prices are about what you expect these days for ramen. Just remember parking in the lot off 11th Ave can get pricey if you're sitting there eating and talking for 4 hours! Will be back to try more! read more

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The ramen here was not bad. I got the tan tan ramen and it was good just a little on the oily side. The broth does have more of a grainy texture compared to other tan tan ramen I've tried. The pan fried gyoza isn't crispy. The flavor is okay but the skin is too soft and flimsy for my liking. The side of garlic fried rice was alright. Not much garlic flavor. read more

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Tan Tan ramen was disappointing! There was minced pork I had to look for.. too skimpy..... basically just NOODLES! RAMEN YA gives you 3 nice pieces of PORK !! read more

Best vegan ramen and side dishes I've had anywhere! Fast friendly service. Recommended highly!

Noods has become one of our favorite restaurants for "comfort food". We normally visit their Kaimuki restaurant, and it has never disappointed. We went last-night around 6pm, and were immediately seated and our polite host offered drinks. The atmosphere is perfect if you are looking for a clean, cozy place to chat and enjoy good food. I ordered Spicy Thai Curry Ramen, and my wife ordered Tsukemen, and we added side orders of pan fried gyoza, corn tempura, and karaage chicken. Every dish was perfectly prepared and the tastes were incredible. We highly recommend Noods if you are craving really good Ramen. I would also like to add that we feel the prices are very fair and the portions generous. Mahalo Noods! read more

If you know me, I LOVE noodles. Anything noodle and soup based is always on my menu on what I would like to eat. Noods is hands down one the best ramen spots in honolulu! I literally just came back from hiking koko head crater and I was RAVENOUS. After seeing that this place had a Happy Cow Sticker on their door (fellow vegetarian/vegans if you know, you know ) I was excited! They have QR codes that you scan for their menus and I was so happy to see they had a separate menu code for vegetarian/vegan options. The flavor profile was just out of this world. I had the creamy vegetarian garlic ramen with spice level 4 and it was just WOAH, mind blowing. I was just surprised how not spicy it was and though my tolerance was out the door. I had my boyfriend taste it and he's very sensitive to spice and even he thought it was mellow! I thought all my hard work building his tolerance was paying off but it turns out they forgot to add the spice they came back and gave it to me to add it in and it was a game changer, definitely more spicy and my bf told me by finishing his water cup. We enjoyed this place so much we came back on our very last day before our flight and had their lunch special combo for an extra $5 and their corn tempura and baos. I say pass on the corn tempura, it's just corn kernels in tempura batter and it didn't have much taste We also had their kimchi potstockers and those were just so good, get those instead! I recommend this place for the food and their amazing service! read more

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