Outstanding vegan ramen! I also love that for a $1 more you can get another half order of noodles to add to your leftover broth. For $20 I walked away so stuffed! Highly recommend! read more

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Surprised I haven't been to this ramen spot earlier since it seems to be a pretty popular restaurant and staple in the Park Slope neighborhood. It's quite busy but the turnover rate is quick. The restaurant is small but has a good amount of tables and counter seating. But I've got to say I am disappointed by my overall experience based on how popular this spot is. You order from a menu you can write on, which allows you to customize your ramen selections (noodle thickness, broth, add-ons, etc). I ordered the tonkotsu ramen with spicy added. While the broth is pretty good, I think the overall ramen is a bit lacking compared to other ramen spots. I did not realize the ramen did not come with any ingredients besides the chashu meat and some scallions sprinkled on top. So this spot really requires you to customize and add on toppings. Usually other ramen spots already have selection of toppings in each type of bowl. So overall, my ramen was pretty standard and nothing outstanding. I do appreciate that you can add half or full serving of extra noodles for $1-2 if you want more. Also, like others mentioned, Ramen Danbo received a C health code rating. I didn't see this until halfway through my meal, but I probably would not have ate here if I saw it beforehand. Quite appalling for a restaurant that doesn't even have an extensive menu. Overall, the service is okay... I can't say I had any particular issues BUT I just felt like all the servers gave off the vibe that they just hated their jobs or something. It was just the vibe I got but it could just be me. read more

Ramen Danbo - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here with some friends and got a classic ramen with jammy eggs and seaweed, and really enjoyed the flavor of the broth and chewiness of the thin noodles. It is a bit pricey with all the add ons, but a solid spot. Their hot gokai is also very delicious and smooths read more

Ramen Danbo - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I've always wanted to try this place because I heard it was good. They're always packed and often with a line waiting outside. I went around 5:00pm on a weekend and only had to wait about 10 minutes. I tried the classic ramen and I like that there were options on broth thickness and noodle thickness. I also liked that you could add a spice level - though this cost $1 more. After adding an egg which is $3 and another serving of pork $3 the ramen went from $15 to $22. If you want to add other items there's an extra charge. I found the ramen to be very tasty but needed a bit more broth which they would not provide. They can provide more noodles for an extra charge. I did not know about the C rating until after I ate there which was a little concerning. I definitely want to come back but might have to wait until that changes. read more

Ramen Danbo - Classic Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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It was great ramen. However, I felt like it did not live up to the hype it had been receiving. It just fell kind of flat. The flavors were a little more muted than other ramen places I've been to, and I felt like the toppings, especially the pork, were not as good as I've had in other places. I wish the pork was cut a little thicker and was charred a little more. The service was good, and the ambiance inside was fine. Overall, while it was a good bowl of ramen, I was disappointed considering all the hype it has received. read more

Came home extremely after a run on a hot Sunday morning around 11:45am. The place wasn't too pack so the 3 of us were seated immediately. The menu is viewed by scanning a QR code and the choices simple And straight to the point. I ordered the tonkotsu chashu ramen (regular ramen has 2 slices, chashu has 6 for about $5 more). The fun thing here is almost everything is customizable. I got the thick noodles with standard broth flavor and thickness (you can get them with light or heavy). The meal came quick and all I can say is wow, the flavor was great! Noodles were so thick and delightfully chewy. I will say, get the extra serving of noodle if you have a bigger appetite. I finished halfway and asked for another serving, it was only $2. read more

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Went to try the spring special ramen Garlic tonkatsu and it was so good !! So Flavorful !! Worth trying it!! $18 read more

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We walked in on a weekday and there was a wait. We added our name on the waitlist and had to wait outside because there was no waiting space inside. We were seated about 30 minutes later. The service is fast and the ramen is decent. I got the classic ramen and added an egg. read more

Ramen Danbo - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ramen Danbo has to be one of my top 5 ramen spots! I like how you can customize the noodles and broth to your liking. I was starting to think that I may not be a huge fan of ramen because the broth tends to be too rich/salty after the first few bites but Ramen Danbo changed my mind. I got the classic rekka with thin, firm noodles and a light broth. Noodles were perfectly al dente in a divine bowl of broth. Garlic lovers - do not miss out on the garlic paste topping that they offer on the table. I added a few spoonfuls to my broth and it gave it so much flavor. Cha shu was tender and flavorful but pieces were on the thinner side. I was regretting not getting the chashu-men which comes with six pieces of pork belly. They also offer kaedama, allowing you to order more noodles if you're still feeling hungry. Had a very satisfying meal here and I can't wait to be back! read more

Ramen Danbo - Classic Rekka Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I previously reviewed Ramen Danbo as my favorite spot for authentic ramen in NYC. However, I went back recently for lunch and, to my and my husband's shock and disappointment, we saw that they now have a "C" health rating. That was hard to believe, especially since they had always maintained an "A." We had already spent time looking for parking, and since my husband was on his lunch break, we decided to go in anyway. Thankfully, we didn't get sick afterward. Still, we don't plan on returning until their rating improves. One lucky experience doesn't mean it's safe. We looked up their inspection report and saw the violation points. I'll post screenshots for reference. The ramen was still tasty, and we were fine after eating, but some noticeable changes have happened. First, there are no more physical menus. You have to scan a QR code at the bar or table, which I really dislike. Second, the tonkotsu pork belly portion has been reduced. It used to be a full circular cut, and during our visit in July 2025, it was just half a slice. That felt like a cheap move by the restaurant. If they're trying to cut costs because of lost business from the health downgrade, shrinking portions won't help bring customers back. Ramen Danbo needs to do better. We're genuinely disappointed and hope they return to proper health standards and full ingredient portions. read more

Ramen Danbo - More troubling Violations regarding their practice of not displaying their healthgrade properly - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The ramen is very good, but the C health rating is a huge issue which I wish I had seen before ordering. They've apparently had consistent, concerning violations leading to low health ratings for years now. Definitely wish I had been aware as I wouldn't have risked it! read more

Ramen Danbo - Pork tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I stopped in for ramen at lunchtime this week. Perfect dish for the frigid temperatures! I ordered the miso ramen and added an extra $5 for the lunch special which included potstickers and two sides. The place is always crowded and there's a reason. It's consistently good! Service is efficient and the staff know how to get everyone in and out quickly. The place is small but the layout is great to accommodate the maximum customers. It's clean and airy. read more

Ramen Danbo - Outside signage - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Date nights are always fun. We found this nice small cozy spot in Park Slope Brooklyn and got seated immediately. We were greeted with a smile by our waitress as she took our orders. We both ordered our ramen with boiled eggs, Karashi Takana (Pickled Veg), and nori. We also shared pan fried dumplings. Everything was delicious. Unfortunately they did not have any more canned sodas, so I had a glass of water to wash it down and he ordered a hot tea which needed sugar, and they didn't have any. It was also weird to order hot tea when we're already drinking hot broth from the ramen lol. All in all, I highly recommend if you are looking for a nice, cozy ramen spot. Happy eating :) read more

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Finally decided to check this place out after craving some ramen from back home. I've been to multiple locations in Vancouver before but this was my first time in NY. They have a virtual queue system where you sign up at the door and will receive a text when your table is near ready. I came here with a group of four on a cold Friday night and it was about 80 minutes. Similar to the Danbos in Vancouver, you can customize your ramen from the noodle type to noodle wellness and broth depth. This is a little overwhelming if it's your first time, I'd recommend getting the standard selections and then customizing on subsequent visits. I personally prefer the thick noodles and like to add an egg to my ramens. Great spot for tonkotsu ramen with rich and creamy broth whether you're solo to sit at the bar or with a group of friends. read more

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I've been to Ramen Danbo a few times now. Usually, there's a short wait, maybe 10 minutes. However, this past Sunday, I got seated right away. The only downside? I was by the door, so every time it opened, I got hit with a blast of cold air. I usually get the classic ramen, but I've noticed it gets way too salty after a few bites, which isn't my favorite. This time, I decided to try the miso ramen, and wow!!! It was so much better! It had great flavor without being overly salty. I added soft-boiled eggs and kikurage (extra charge for toppings). Drinking that hot broth on a freezing winter day just hits the spot. One thing that surprised me was that they don't have shichimi togarashi (Japanese chili pepper mix). I always add it to my ramen, and it's pretty standard at most places, so that was a bit disappointing. The restaurant is small, and it gets busy fast, but it's definitely worth checking out. read more

Ramen Danbo - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I feel like it's getting better and better every time I come here. However I went on a weekend during lunch and they don't have the lunch set during this time. The spicy ones are spicier than it used to be before and the quality control is amazing because the ramen tastes just as good as it was before and service remained the same. I feel like I didn't notice the garlic paste on the side but I finally realized about it and it's ABSOLUTELY amazing. I love their reward program for the stamps on my Apple wallet and it makes me feel like coming here more for ramen since after 10 ramen bowls you get one for free! I know they said after 5 you can get free gyoza but the ramen is definitely why I come here. Now they have a waitlist outside and it helps me save some time before eating. It's getting more and more popular as days come by. The bar seating is great but they're also helpful to move you to a table if needed. There's a space inside the chairs to put your coats which is super neat! Really feels Japanese owned and the quality and service control is so great for an establishment that's been a staple in the neighborhood. The ramen went from $12 to $16 in a couple years but I cannot complain as the ramen is even better than it used to be. Thank you Ramen Danbo for continuing your legacy! read more

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Had a solid bowl of ramen here and appreciated that they had tomato ramen which I missed out on trying out in Tokyo. It totally works and I was glad I got to try it! Other than that Ramen Danbo seemed like your typical above average ramen joint. Would definitely come back! read more

Ramen Danbo - Tomato Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Be prepared for a ton of sesame seeds in the Negi-Goma ramen! Loved the broth but I could've done with less seeds. The chashu pork here is amazing!! It's got a wonderful flavor and would recommend adding extra to your ramen bowl. You're able to customize a lot (noodle size, spice level, etc) but I opted for standard everything to see how the base ramen is. Service is good and food comes out decently quick. Went in a super cold day so there was a decent wait. But you can put your name on the waitlist and walk around the neighborhood to sit at a local coffee shop to pass the time. Overall, would go again or try the location in Manhattan. read more

Ramen Danbo - Negi-Goma Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I used to love this place, but management has gotten very poor since I've last been here. We arrived and added our name to the Yelp waitlist and it told us 30 min. It ended up being a 1 hour wait, which I really think is just unacceptable. The system should've given us a better estimation as we wouldn't have waited in line if we knew it was going to be that long of a wait. Once we were finally seated, no one paid attention to us. We sat down and no one gave us water, pointed us to a menu, or checked on us for a good 15 minutes. We were very confused as the rest of the patrons already had their food, and the rest of the wait staff were just lingering and chatting amongst themselves around the bar. We eventually had to flag down a waitress and ask her to order, and I'm just wondering how long it would've taken had we not. I wish I didn't have to leave a bad review, but we just really did not feel taken care of as patrons. This is not a reflection on the food (which is wonderful) but the service we received from the queue technology and staff itself was not up to par. read more

Ramen Danbo - chashu-men w/soft boiled egg & kikurage mushrooms - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I love the vibe of this ramen danbo as well as the fact that you can get almost the entire menu in a vegan version. The spicy curry ramen was delicious. I didn't add any extra toppings but if I were to go back I'd add tofu and spinach. The stamp card is also very cool and high tech (you store it on an Apple wallet pas they scan). I'll definitely be back! read more

Ramen Danbo - Vegan spicy ramen - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Arrived on a Sunday around 1pm and there was fortunately no wait. Ordered the classic ramen and the gyoza. The food arrived pretty quickly and it was delicious. Love that you can customize the noodles and broth to your liking. The noodles were cooked to perfection and broth was very flavorful with a lot of depth. Broth was not too salty or rich and nicely balanced. The pork was also just right, not too fatty and was a good texture. The gyoza was fine, nothing amazing but solid and made for a good side dish. Service was quick and friendly. Will definitely come back again! read more

Ramen Danbo - Classic Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The ramen is amazing, I love how knowledgeable the staff are on ingredients and allergens! They have an allergen guide posted on their website which is great for before you visit. Whenever I come with friends, everyone is always well accommodated, my friends who claim to dislike tofu learn to like it here. The restaurant is on the smaller side and does not take reservations, they usually make you wait for your entire party and won't let you split a check if the party has more than 6 people. They take cash but don't have change on hand. Wait staff tends to give you a little more time and space than other restaurants. At its peak business, it can feel a bit tight and cramped. read more

honestly kind of disappointed given all the hype. it wasn't terrible but nothing i'd crave tbh. I got the thick noodles and standard for everything else. in retrospect would've gotten it more rich and more spicy. got the standard tonkatsu broth. the chashu meat was a bit old/not good quality imo. service was good/fast. like that they have a rewards program. read more

Ramen Danbo - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

A "C" health code rating is inexcusable. While sometimes inconsistent, the vegan ramen was excellent, but I won't be back.

Not my favorite ramen shop but this place is solid for the price point - you can also make customisations to your noodles which is nice. No wait for lunch on a weekend but expect 30-60 min wait for dinner. read more

Ramen Danbo - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My go to ramen spot! They have 4 options for vegan and 4 for regular ramens. Not an extensive menu but doesn't need to be when the options are all great. I try to change up my order each time as there's an option to customize and honestly don't know which is best each time, but the vegan gyoza is so good and the addition of the egg is fabulous too. Great for a quick bite but the lines do get long so make sure to add yourself to the waitlist via yelp beforehand to secure a spot! read more

Some of the best ramen ever. Went with 2 vegetarians and they loved it too! Hard to find ramen that would work for both of us!

I got the Classic Tonkatsu lunch special (m-f, 11-5) which was the standard price "plus $5". The options were: drink, gyoza, toppings - which you get to pick 2 from. I got toppings + gyoza, which came with 3 dumplings. I also added a genamiacha tea. So first off, seeing toppings as an option made me realize that the ramen doesn't already come with toppings?? If I'd ordered according to how the Tonkotsu was pictured on the sign outside, I'd have been really disappointed when it arrived. Additionally, if you get the toppings option for the lunch, you only get a "half serving" (ie. 1/2 egg), which to me is unnecessarily stingy.. Typing all of this is making me realizing that the lunch deal doesn't really feel like a deal at all...Which leads me to what I didn't like about this place - that they nickel and dime you. At every other ramen place I've ever been to in my life, a bowl straight off the menu includes egg, meat, mushroom, bamboo and seaweed at in the standard price. Here they charge you $1.25 - $2 per topping, which is kinda wild. The ramen was good, don't get me wrong! I ate up every drop. And I do like that they allow you to customize your ramen in terms of noodle thickness, noodle doneness, how rich/thick you want your broth, how spicy. They have oils and garlic on the table as well. Typically, I leave a ramen place feeling stuffed. I didn't here so I do think that the portion size is on the small side. They have an option to add on more noodles - (it's recommended to order when you're halfway done) but because the bowl and broth are already so small...I just don't see the vision. I saw people saying the service here was not so great, but I was literally the only person dining in so it would've been kinda hard to forget about me. I visited the restroom and it was well stocked and clean. I'd eat here again if I were in the area, but am more inclined to want to see what better options the city has to offer. read more

Ramen Danbo - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I stayed in Park Slope for the weekend. I was exploring the area after not being back for 20 years. I was craving ramen and Ramen Danbo popped up and went here for lunch. It's a cute place and New York has better ramen places so I decided to give it a try. I ordered the classic ramen with the pork broth. Spicy on the back side which is good! Ambiance is nice and service is quick but they were busy. read more

Ramen Danbo - Classic Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I know ichiran is one of the best but I love ramen Danbo! The broth is so flavorful. We love how you can customize the ramen to your liking. You can customize your whole ramen such as the thickness of the noodles and how you want your broth to taste. It's a super cozy spot with chill vibes. It's a small quaint spot and fills up quickly during the weekends. The servers are very helpful and knowledgeable with the menu. They are great in giving their recommendations in case you can't decide what you want. read more

Ramen Danbo - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Whenever I pass by this spot on a weekend night it's always packed! So I decided to try and get an early dinner on a Friday to catch the end of their lunch special which runs until 5 on weekdays and lets you add side items in a combo for only $5 extra. This place is a chain in Japan and a few other cities in North America. The ordering style and style of ramen really reminded me of the chain Ramen Nagi on the west coast. You can customize your noodle firmness, richness, tare, etc which is nice! We ordered the miso ramen and a classic ramen. Both were very solid, my only critique was that the ramen was not hot enough to my taste. It started getting cold while I was eating it and I'm a fast eater. The portion sizes are also on the smaller side for ramen, which can be a good thing if you don't like leaving stuffed or having leftovers. We got one lunch special combo to try and ordered gyoza and a mini donburi. These were the highlights! The gyoza was really flavorful and the donburi was delicious. I would try to order at least one of these as appetizers. Overall, this place is a solid choice for the neighborhood. I would go here again if I wanted to stay in Brooklyn or if I was going with one of my vegan friends because they have quite the extensive selection of vegan ramen options! read more

Ramen Danbo - Classic Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Decided to get a solo ramen dinner. Ramen Danbo gets VERY busy. Await long wait times. I waited about 20 minutes before being seated and everything went pretty quickly from there. My ramen was alright. Not remotely the best I've had, but it wasn't disappointing either. I actually really liked the layout of the main seating (long bar seating). Something about it feels 'authentic'. read more

Ramen Danbo - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Love this place. You can adjust your noodle thickness. Firmness. Broth thickness and broth richness. Interior is simple but clean and nice. Very tasty ramen. read more

Definitelt authentic Tonkotsu Style Ramen in Brooklyn. Think of this place as a stylish, affordable Ichiran. Having worked in ramen restaurants and eaten many ramen in Japan, my ramen standard is higher and Danbo is the only ramen place in Brooklyn I would recommend if you want a taste of authentic tonkotsu ramen at an affordable-ish price. Ramen has gotten way too expensive in NYC in the last few years (close to $20!). You can still get a bowl of standard tonkotsu ramen here for about $14. I've had the regular tonkotsu and like the flavors and the al dente noodles I picked really came out as is. Their thick noodles are not the thick yellow noodles I had in mind but still good. Just tried their winter special, Curry Ramen and it was quite satisfying on a cold day. Yes it doesn't come with egg, etc for free but please keep in mind that not every ramen bowl at every restaurant is supposed to include that: Each bowl is crafted differently based on the style, ingredient, soup, etc. It's the same thing in Japan. Overall satisfying service. If it's busy inside, make sure you join the Yelp waitlist outside. Credit and electronic payment allowed. read more

Ramen Danbo - Curry Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This is probably my favorite ramen in the city at this point. I love spicy pork-based broth, and theirs really hits. They allow you to specify amount of lard and heat, so you can really tune it to your tastes. The noodles and meat are perfectly cooked (though I always have to add extra char siu), and it's just the right amount of food. The place gets super crowded and they don't even do delivery during dinner these days (though you can still get takeout). I've eaten there a couple times and service was very fast and pleasant, with an efficient waiting list system. Sleek and efficient indoors, a little noisy, but no more than you'd expect for a good crowded ramen bar. Highly recommend! read more

Join the waitlist for 15-25mins for a party of 2 earlier tonight. You order thru a piece of paper given to you by the waiter/waitress, much like how you order your bowl at Ichiran. I ordered mine classic with thin noodles - strong - rich broth. Perfection, I rarely finish my broth but tonight it's a different story. Didnt wait too long, 15mins passed and here my hearty bowl arrives. I notice first how great of a smell the bowl was, charshu doesnt have a strong smell of pork, thinly sliced, broth is super smooth, not oily at all. Danbo killed it with balancing its flavor between richness and texture. I like my noodle al dente, so cooked to perfection. Firm and hard, easy to swallow. I gulp the first two scoops of a hearty broth. It was delicious... even the 2nd slurp still amazes me just like the first one. Why not 5 stars? Cleanliness... Im pretty observant.. on the outside near the tablet to put your name down to join the waitlist, I saw their grade... they receive "C". I couldnt believe my eyes... I give it benefit of the doubt. Upon closer inspection, their utensils and water glasses dont clean well.. there still water marks around the rim of the glass, the ladle used to scoop our delicious broth have hard particle remnants of previous food. For that reason alone, I can justify why they get such a low grading. Hopefully their West village is much better location when it comes to its cleanliness, I have yet to try it one day... read more

Came with a party of four. Minimal wait time for a table and had our water glasses refilled multiple times without asking super attentive! The food: got the mild tonkatsu- delicious. I think I could've done the medium but just ended up adding some of the chili oil. So good! The noodles were chewy, broth was flavorful, and portions were perfect. Wish I didn't have to pay extra for each additional topping but the eggs were cooked perfectly. We also tried the gyoza- could've been slightly more crispy on the bottom but very tasty. Overall, this was delicious, well priced, and would definitely recommend. read more

This place was full on an 80 Degree evening, so I can only imagine how full it is on a cold winters day! Satisfying ramen. You get to choose how you want your noodles cooked. Service was prompt. Casual seating, with tables close, but not on top of each other. I will go back! I really liked how you could have some control over firmness or softness of noodles, spiciness of broth, and what additional things you wanted in your ramen dish. read more

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Let's start with the good: Portions were great, especially for the price point. You have the option to get a whopping SIX slices in your bowl. I've paid the same in other ramen places and gotten a measly single piece. If you're not feeling that hungry, you can pay less for two pieces - which is still generous. Along with that, the pan-fried dumplings were a nice snack on the side providing a blend of chewy and crispy bites to enjoy. Unfortunately, the service was a bit disappointing - they would come over quickly to see if we were ready to order, and then hurry off and disappear for a while. It didn't feel like there were very many opportunities to ask questions. On top of that, they neglected to come around afterwards to check on us or refill our waters. I know the place gets extremely crowded, but we weren't there for too long anyways. All in all, come for the quick bite of good value, but don't expect to get too comfortable here. read more

Ramen Danbo - 20 Pieces Gyoza - Ramen Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Good, fairly-priced ramen in Park Slope! Went on a Saturday evening where we waited for ~12 min after putting our names down. We started off with the Pan Fried Gyozas, which was standard, and Chashu Pork Donburi, which was my FAVE!! The ramen is also standard overall, with great noodle texture. While the ramen prices seem lower than usual, the catch is that toppings (egg, seaweed, etc.) cost extra. Overall, decent ramen and one that I'd keep bookmarked if I'm in the mood for it in the neighborhood. read more

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