We went out to lunch and were craving Japanese noodles. We ordered the Osaka Beef noodles and Tonkotsu Ramen. The Tonkotsu Ramen soup was delicious, the pork broth had a nice color. It was the best part of the soup. It was so savory. The marinated egg was soft and the yoke was perfect. The noodles were tender. The pork strips were soft and tender. I think they were too thin. Other Japanese ramen restaurants have the pork strips about 1/4" thick. The portion was good for snacking! I wish it was a little more. The bamboo shoots and wood ear mushrooms were nice and firm. We also ordered the Osaka Beef noodles. The braised beef has a light sweet marinated taste. The beef broth was clear light brown color. The beef was extremely tender and soft. We both enjoyed our order. The price was a little expensive for the portion of the soup. But overall this was a great place and we would go back here again. read more

I recently visited Rakkii Ramen and ordered two tonkotsu ramen--one with extra chashu (an additional $4.00) and one with extra bamboo. My total came to $39.98. Like many people today, I'm mindful of what I spend dining out, so I expect good value for the price. Since I live in South Jersey, I brought the food home to eat later. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing. The ramen included four slices of chashu (pork belly), but three of those slices were entirely fat with no meat. I understand that pork belly naturally contains fat--that's part of what makes it flavorful--but receiving pieces that were essentially all fat made the dish unpleasant and felt like poor quality control. I called the restaurant to share my concern, but the response was underwhelming. I was simply told the manager would be informed. When I asked if there was anything further that could be done, I received no real resolution--just a basic explanation of what pork belly is. As someone who understands the product, that explanation missed the point. The issue wasn't what chashu is--it was the quality of what was served. Everything else about the meal was fine, which is why I'm giving two stars instead of one. However, customer service matters just as much as the food. A simple effort to address the issue or offer a solution would have made a big difference. As a former business owner, I've always believed customer satisfaction should be a top priority. Unfortunately, that was not my experience here, and for that reason, I won't be returning. read more

Ramen on George St! My husband and I were in the neighborhood and its was really cold. I wanted soup and when passing by Rakkii Ramen, I knew that's what we will have for dinner. Upon entering, we were greeted by friendly staff and sat down looking at the menu. Besides ramen, they also have rice dishes as well. They also have bubbles teas. I ordered tonkatsu ramen and it was delicious. The hot creamy pork both just hits it home for me. I'd definitely come back here again next time to try other dishes. Parking here is off side streets or pay for parking at one of the public lots. read more

Rakkii Ramen - Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

I had the teriyaki chicken bowl with rice , pretty good , felt like it needed some veggies but over all pretty good , service was great , we ate with chop sticks ., love it... love the place was cool ,intimate, and artsy... quite n the air filled with good smelling aroma read more

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This is the 2nd location I have been to, and it was JUST as delicious as their Long Island restaurant. I had the pork Gyoza which was fried very well. They were pipping hot, crunchy and seasoned perfectly. I also enjoyed the Tonkotsu Ramen which was so filling. Absolutely filling and satisfying on all levels. This is my go to Ramen spot on Long Island so I'm so glad I was able to find another one while I was traveling. read more

Was staying at the Hyatt Regency Hotel nearby and was looking for places to eat. Rakkii Ramen was within walking distance or you can use your favorite delivery service. Their Tonkatsu Ramen is where it's at. Soup is super flavorful. Best part is that they offer gluten free noodles as an option which is pretty rare to find. I didn't like the Miso Ramen as much, so we stick with the Tonkatsu which is a winner! read more

Absolutely love this place and will be back for more ramen! The rating of this place does not lie, the food was amazing. None of their apps were oily or overwhelming. Highly recommend getting the sweet potato tempura! The restaurant is very large, there was a party of 10 seated next to us and there was still so much space! So a great place to bring friend to! The bowls were big, savory. and extremely filling! It was very hard to finish all the food, but it was a great meal for the next day and held up very well! The broth itself had an amazing umami flavor and the eggs are not made with pork fat! Most places do make it with pork, and as a person who can't have it, this made my night! Come by and remember to check in for a free slice of cheesecake! read more

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While dropping my kid at school, we decided on ramen since it's so cold now. She got the spicy tonkatsu ramen and I ordered the black garlic tonkatsu ramen and they were both so good! Service was a bit slow but they were nice. It was clean and cute indoors. A bit on the chilly side near the doors but it was funny how warm the bathroom was- they should just bring the heater out into the dining room. Haha. My one issue is the portion is pretty small for the price? Maybe I'm used to the other ramen places near home but I usually can't finish one bowl of ramen but here, I prob could have eaten more. read more

College ramen shop in downtown New Brunswick. Not comparable to the ramen place around the corner. Came here because Ramen Nagomi had a 1.5 hour wait. No wait here. This is much more casual. Given the price and vibe, it's a great place. Good portions. Slightly disappointed that the hot tea (even the genmaicha style brown rice tea) is a tea bag served in a paper cup. It was decent tea but not the same as traditional Japanese loose leaf. The udon was flavorful and yummy. The mushrooms were very good. The bathroom had mouthwash which was a unique nice touch. Service was fast and efficient. read more

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Great food and great service. What more do you want. Ordered the tonkotsu ramen and the spicy miso ramen. Very good ramen , the noodles were cooked al dente and the broth tasted just right. Not too salty and good umami taste. Our server was great. She was very fast to get what we wanted. We were able to get 5% off by paying cash as well. Also this restaurant is quite big so it can accommodate tables up to 10 people if need be. This restaurant is BYOB as well. Great spot in NB to get ramen. read more

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Staffs are friendly, food is delicious dog is allowed if it's in stroller or carrier, overall experience is great, I recommend this restaurant read more

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I never pick ramen - but this place is absolute Service was extremely fast and the ambiance was quiet. Some very chill vibes with the music made it a relaxing dinner read more

Rakkii Ramen - Pork Chashu Bun - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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The "chicken karaage" is just a fried chicken cutlet that's been cut into strips. I'm all for reusing the same items across multiple dishes but calling this karaage is extremely misleading. The chashu in their chashu buns is the same as the ones they used to top their ramen. 2 paper thin slices of pork belly. It's lackluster in both the buns and the ramen. To end on a positive note their flavored Japanese iced teas are enjoyable. Lots of good ramen options in the area, sadly rakkii ramen is not one of them. read more

Rakkii Ramen - "Karaage Chicken" aka sliced chicken katsu - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

I've ordered from here a few times and their ramen is alright. The pork belly was kind of tough instead of having that melt-in-your-mouth kind of texture. I usually get the black garlic tonkotsu ramen, Osaka noodles, or sukiyaki noodles/rice bowl. The service and turn-around time is pretty quick. While it's not my favorite ramen place, I do like the other noodle options on their menu. Centrally located on George Street. Street parking and parking garages are available in the area. read more

Rakkii Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

Came on a cold rainy spring Wednesday, perfect weather for ramen. We got the takoyaki, Tonkotsu ramen, and spicy miso ramen. Hot tea and hot chili oil was free which was nice. Food came out in minutes, staff was friendly. Food was quite good as well, and came out hot and fresh. Recommended if you want a quick ramen meal read more

Came here yesterday for a quick lunch, and was seated immediately and served very quickly. I got the black garlic tonkotsu, and it was delicious. read more

Rakkii Ramen - Black Garlic Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

Came here on a Sunday for dinner and sat down right away. Service, presentation and food was great. Will definitely come again when visiting Rutgers. read more

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Met with friends here. It was empty when we dined in. Our server was great she had a nice personality. We ordered the tonkotsu ramen and curry chicken don. The curry was ok it didnt have potatoes and looked super plain and basic. It definitely would have been better if it was chicken katsu on the curry and not karaage chicken. The ramen portion was great but the the curry chicken over rice it had such a small portion. The tonkotsu ramen the broth tasted good. The egg tasted sweet and the mushroom tasted sour. They had cute wall decors. read more

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My go-to spot for both lunch and after-work ramen in New Brunswick! As a self-proclaimed ramen enthusiast, I am always on the hunt for a new spot to satisfy my cravings and Rakkii Ramen does not disappoint. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for a quick bite or a leisurely meal with friends, and the staff is always friendly and quick with delicious orders and really love that they redesign the interior area every so often to change things up and to play around with the menu when they can. Plus they're run by Rutgers student alumni and it's always cool to support local businesses. Their menu has a variety of options, each with its own tasty uniqueness, but my personal favorites have quickly become the Tonkotsu Ramen, which features a rich and creamy broth that is packed with flavor; the Sukiyaki Udon, which has a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness; and the Curry Chicken Rice Bowl, simply a standout dish with tender chicken and fragrant curry sauce you will have you licking the bottom of your bowl to soak in all the flavor. I'd also highly recommend the Gyoza and/or Karaage Calamari as an appetizer. The Gyoza has a crispy exterior and juicy filling, while the Karaage Calamari is a delicious twist on traditional fried calamari with a savory and slightly spicy seasoning. And let's not forget about the drinks and desserts. Rakkii offers a variety of boba teas and ice creams to round out your meal. Their boba teas are refreshing and come in a variety of flavors, while their ice creams are the perfect sweet treat to end your meal. The food is consistently delicious and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, excellent for leisurely meals with friends, and just as well easy to order from their online menu to pick up fresh if you're working in the area or between classes. Rakkii Ramen is a must-try for any ramen lovers, Rutger students, and local employees in New Brunswick! read more

The spicy miso soup is so good, and same thing goes for the Tonkotsu ramen! Super flavorful and good for the soul tbh. They were also super affordable, each bowl being $16 which wasn't bad at all for us. The environment was nice, and the service was respectable. Totally recommend if you're in the mood for ramen downtown read more

Rakkii Ramen - Spicy Miso Soup and Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Rakkii was our savior when we flew in late and wanted a decent meal. Ramen wasn't the best I've ever had but I am super picky on ramen. It probably beats 90% of the ramen in Austin, but I dunno how it'd fare in NYC proper. read more

Rakkii Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

I have walked pass this place many times and have been meaning to try it out. So glad that I finally did! We were looking for a new place to try out and I was feeling ramen (as I do a lot). We didn't want to go to our go-to so my bf mentioned this place. Since it was a Monday night, we were able to get a parking spot on one of the side streets off of George St fairly easily. It is likely that during more popular nights it will be difficult to find parking so make sure you give yourself some extra time and bring change for the meter. Great location since it's right literally on the most popular part of George St. but not ideal for parking for that same reason. That shouldn't deter you though, this place is worth a visit! Appetizer: Noodle Wrapped Shrimp (Shrimp wrapped with noodles, deep fried, spicy mayo & okinama sauce) It came with 5 pieces. It was as expected - the sauce on it was tasty and the noodles were crunchy. I liked it enough but will not be ordering it again as there are other items on the menu I would like to try as well. Entrees: Miso Ramen (Housemade pork broth seasoned with miso, ajitsuke tamago, chashu, corn, bamboo shoots, scallions, nori, narutomaki) I know - basic - but I always order it because by ordering the same dish at different places I can better rate the dish fairly. It is not disappoint. Still haven't found a place that beats my regular place but if I'm ever in the mood this hits the spot. If it makes a difference to anyone, I ordered without the scallions this time. Chashu Don (Chopped slow-braised pork belly, egg, chashu sauce, rice, scallion) This dish is what will make me a repeat customer of this place! Everything perfectly blends with each other and makes my mouth happy. The pork belly is the star of the show, as it should be. Drinks: Passionfruit Tea with Passionfruit Popping Bubbles Bubble Milk Tea Both drinks were tasty, pretty standard for non-bubble tea specialty places. I'd order them again. The service was great, they were very attentive and sweet. The décor of the place is cool and inviting. The bathroom was clean and I really appreciated the space heater in there to warm up the place since the actual store front was more chilly (perfect for eating ramen). They even have a mouthwash wall dispenser with one time use cups, never seen that before and that was a perk. Make sure you check them out, I'm looking forward to bringing my friends to try it out next time. read more

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Delicious Seriously great food!! I'm coming back. Thank you It's worth the little trip from Metuchen. Sincerely Lorelei DALY nurse

My brother told me about this new ramen restaurant in New Brunswick so he brought me there to give it a try. Service: I have been here 3 times with three different groups of people and each time the waiters have provided excellent service. They are very courteous, friendly, and can explain the menu to you if you need help. Sukiyaki Udon: My brother said that the broth was very delicious. The beef was flavorful and was not dry like some restaurants. Miso Ramen: This really hit the spot with the flavor. The noodles were cooked to the perfect texture and the broth was delicious. Karaage Calamari: This was not too fried but was on point. It has flavor when you dip it into the sauce that is provided with this dish. Chashu Bun: This was actually better than I had expected. Give it a try if you never had it before. Kumquat Lemon Japanese Tea: My brother said this is by far one of the best kumquat lemon teas he has ever drank in New Jersey. Mango Japanese Iced Tea: This was definitely flavorful that it puts most bubble tea shops to disgrace. This was on point and met all of my expectations. Overall: This restaurant did an amazing job with their customer service and their food & drink quality. They even gave us free mochi to end our meal with. If you ever want to try a new ramen restaurant then give this place a try. read more

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We went to Rakkii Ramen for dinner and we were pleasantly surprised by the quality. The taro milk bubble tea was the star of the night, and the ranen was very good (though not the best I've had, probably a 4/5). I wish it was a little more flavorful, but still a great dish. The service was great and the restaurant was not too crowded, so it was a good experience overall. I've had better ramen, but this is still great quality and good value. read more

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What a find !! They are serving up some pretty delicious Ramen and appetizers. Staff was great super friendly and very attentive. The decor was cute almost like you were sitting in an eatery in Japan . Portions are a good and we were stuffed when we left . We started off with edamame ( must try they char them takes the flavor profile to a different level) we also tried the fried calamari which had perfect texture and the sauce that came with it was good. They also had a fried shrimp wrapped in noodles then deep fried very interesting but good . The Ramen dishes were delicious and full of flavors . We tried the spicy Ramen, miso ramen and tonkotsu ramen they all had hearty portions and the broth was flavorful . I would definitely come back . read more

The ramen was absolutely AMAZING! The broth was delicious and the waiters were very kind. I would go again read more

Rakkii Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Raman is good, I the broth not too salty. My kids like the fry chicken and fry squid.

The food not only looks good but tastes even better! The food has the perfect blend of savory and spicy that fills my stomach with love. read more

Rakkii Ramen - Chicken Karaage Chicken - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

The food here is so good. Our server even recommended a secret menu drink for bubble tea. Get that because it was deliciousss. The apps were great too. I took a chance with the takoyaki and it was such a tasty treat. The curry ramen was also super good and plenty for leftovers. The service was great and the server was super nice. I'd come again and again. read more

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We went here right before the tropical storm hit after a Hasan Minaj show. The place is clean and I really like the fact that they check your temperature before they seat you. We got the spicy ramen and it was flavorful and absolutely delicious. They also have an option to substitute the noddles with GF noodles for an extra cost. We also tried their boba tea which was great as well. I'd definitely come back. read more

Rakkii Ramen - Spicy Tonkotstu - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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This was one of the most recommended spots on Yelp and we were just passing through so it should be good right? When we were ordering I got a pork gyoza and chashu don. Husband got a tonkatsu ramen and takoyaki. Our server looked like she'd rather be somewhere else when she was taking our order but oh well, we're really hungry. Maybe she was just having an off day. On to the food: the gyoza was nice and crispy, the sauce complimented it well. The takoyaki had big pieces of octopus which I really liked, and a big sprinkling of bonito flakes on top. The ramen my husband rated a 7/10, kinda similar to other ramen spots we've visited. Pretty standard. The chashu don was a welcome surprise as it was very filling. The rice was cooked well, with enough sauce to coat every grain. It had a lot of fatty bits so I just set those aside. I would suggest maybe other vegetables with it but by itself it was a good meal. If you're ever in the area and want quick, fast casual Japanese food I recommend it. read more

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We came across this place randomly waiting for the comedy show around the corner. Super cute decor inside. We were seated right away. We got he gyoza, noodle wrapped shrimp and Tonkotsu ramen. We enjoyed the ramen and shrimp, howeve the ramen was just okay. The broth was lacking that deep, rich flavor that makes ramen special. I've made instant ramen that had more depth. Soft boiled egg was nice though. I'd be open to going back to try the other ramen options and see how they compare. read more

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Quick service and tasty place for take-out and dine-in. I recommend this place for their ramen. Haven't tried their other dishes

I had a black garlic tonkotsu ramen and chasu buns. Here's the verdict ordering ramen options in New Brunswick (best first): Ramen: Nagomi, Rakkii, Ani Buns: Ani, Rakkii While I still prefer the ramen at Nagomi, Rakki's ramen is decent. The buns are pretty okay too, but the buns at Ani are better I think. Overall good enough, but I do feel it's a bit expensive for what we get (I ended up paying close to 30 bucks with a tip). read more

Rakkii Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Great food along with friendly service. Right at the heart of the college vibe and good spot for sharing a meal with friends

We came here on a Saturday afternoon and it wasn't super packed. We were able to call 30 minutes before we arrived and made a reservation. The tables were socially distanced. We got the calamari and takoyaki as apps and they were super tasty. The calamari was really crispy and fresh. For ramen, we got the tonkotsu and spicy tonkotsu. Broth was really flavorful and I liked that the ramen came with a good amount of toppings. I hate when ramen places make you pay extra to add the soft boiled egg so it was cool that Rakkii gives you a whole egg (two halves). I would definitely come here again to fix my ramen craving. read more

Rakkii Ramen - Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

We have been going back to this place a couple of times just to make sure our first time here wasn't an anomaly. This place really satisfied our ramen and rice bowl cravings! We've been ordering the chicken and calamari karaage. My mom really likes the chashu bun - I like the meat but don't care for the sauce as it's a little bit off putting to me. Personal favorites are the chashu don (if you like Asian bbq style pork that melts in your mouth- quite fatty though) and curry fried chicken Don (can't go wrong with something familiar). Honorable mention to the sukiyaki don, black garlic tonkotsu ramen, and Osaka beef noodles. You already know we're planning our next trip back :) PS: call beforehand to see if they're packed- they're probably not but it's just good to check. They can reserve a spot for when you come in. It's pretty spacious even with social distancing and they check your temperature before getting seated. read more

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I got the spicy miso ramen. The tonkostu in my ramen was a bit disappointing. The slices of pork were thinner and not tender like most ramen place I go to. I like the broth because it isn't as salty. The service was excellent. read more

Rakkii Ramen - Spicy Miso Ramen - Ramen Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

I'm a long time diner at Ramen Nagomi. I love that place and was really curious about Rakki Ramen when I saw they opened up. I give special kudos to anyone opening up a food establishment during COVID, I'm sure it must be tougher than normal. I went in the evening of this Labor Day holiday to have a nice date with myself and my Murakami book + rainforest sounds from YouTube (sn: a whole vibe) There are several tables outside in front of the restaurant and when I arrived, they brought out an additional one for me to sit at so I didn't have to wait. The wait staff was made up of one main server taking the orders and another person who seemed to be helping with the food running. If those two were just the owner and a cook/owner--great job! I got the Ceylon black iced tea unsweetened, takoyaki, and Spicy Miso Ramen. The Iced tea was very strong but was refreshing with my meal. You can get it sweetened or unsweetened. The $4.50 price tag was debatable though. When I got the bill I did kind of regret spending such an exorbitant amount on the iced tea, especially since I don't know what the quality of tea really is and if it's worth that price. The food overall was very *tasty.* I put this in asterisks because I really couldn't place what exactly was so different about the food to me, but both the takoyaki and the ramen were very delicious. The kind of tastiness that leaves you smacking your lips afterwards. I was pleasantly satisfied with my meal at the end of it. The takoyaki was cooked to have very firm batter, more similar to that of the batter around a corndog I would say (sorry for slightly crude comparison lmao) but the spicy mayo and eel sauce (I think) was unexpectedly flavorful. Not that I thought it was going to be bland but I don't find that Japanese food has very overt flavor like that, so it was different. I liked it! Lastly, the Spicy Miso Ramen was very delish. I liked tasting the spice at the end of each bite/slurp--it was like a nice little extra feature of the dish. The noodles were not extremely thick but they were pleasantly chewy, a different kind of noodle from the ones used at Ramen Nagomi. I'm not sure of the names of the types. The egg was perrrrrfectly gooey--done to absolute perfection, truly ! I would absolutely return to Rakki Ramen and try some of the other appetizers like the karaage calamari, chasu bun, karaage chicken, and gyoza. read more

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