We happened on this spot on the way to a show, and so happy we did. Such a cozy small dining room,…read moretastefully and simply designed. Everything was delicious! I had the classic Tonkatsu Ramen, with an egg - The pork ws seared and still so tender! The broth was very flavorful. My husband has a salmon rice bowl, and he loved it. He said the fish was cooked perfectly! We started with veggie gyoza, and they do them in a very interesting way. Very flat and all fried together. We were surprised when they brought them, but they were awesome! we were. fan of this style almost immediately! The waiter gently recommended the pork gyoza (his preference) but not everyone at the table eats meat, so we stayed with the vegetable. We really enjoyed our meal! everything was quick, the service was above and beyond, we would happily return!

Overall: 3 stars…read more Small calm restaurant with lots of options for our vegetarian friends. As a non-vegetarian though, from my small sample size, I was not too eager to want to try more nor come back, although it doesn't taste bad. Gyudon - This bowl had more onion than beef, which is not ideal for a fulfilling main. The poached egg is impressively petite, and the bowl otherwise has a pleasant sweetness to it. Food: -1 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: +1 Service: E Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli: @amei_eats Insta/TikTok: @ameizing.race

Surprisingly to find good Chinese food in a spot of Manhattan I did not expect good Chinese food…read more Pei dan sau yuk jook was pretty good, eggplant clay pot, green beans, all equally good. Har gow were the one decidedly average dish, and even they they were certainly acceptable enough. Service was solid, interior is super cliche, but, well, it was pretty good all around. Not sure I'd rave like crazy about it, but definitely a solid spot for any locals.

This was a very well decorate, intimate feeling dim sum spot in the heart of Chelsea! What blew me…read moreaway was actually the pot of tea we ordered. It was so healing on a cold rainy day. Some of my favorite dishes were the fried octopus and squid stir fry, the fried pork buns, and the shu mai!

Came here with the kids before a big thunderstorm, so thankful they had space left for us to sit…read moreat. The place was pretty busy and had a good amount of choices to select for. The kids went for the Pho bowls and I went for the salad. Food came out relatively quick -service was also good. Definitely a good neighborhood option.

Seeing the current reviews i feel like this place is very underrated. We were here on a saturday…read morenight and all the food was really good, we got two types of bahn mi and vegetable dumplings. One bahn mi was a vegetarian and the other was pork and they were both great, sometimes the vegetarian ones aren't done as well so I was happy. Service was great, prices were even better, and the food came out quickly. Definitely worth a visit.

My friends and I were starving when we came here at around 8:30pm and we were so glad there was no…read moreline! I got the spicy pork ramen and it was delicious-the broth is not as rich as other places but that was fine with me, as I wasn't in the mood for super rich broth. I really, really liked the chashu-it was moist, tender, a little fatty, and was well-seasoned. I just wish that the ramen was a little bit spicier. The egg was cooked perfectly soft boiled, and the noodles were thin noodles, which is my favorite kind of ramen noodles. The store was pretty cute and modernly decorated, and the service was friendly, nice, and fast. Would return if I'm ever in the area!

One of my favorite ramen spots in NYC! I have been here three times now and it never disappoints. I…read moreespecially love: Sweet Potato Fries Crunchy Cauliflower Chicken Ramen The noodles in the ramen are my favorite because they're the thin kind and don't get overly soft/mushy. The inside has limited searing but thankfully seats seem to clear pretty quickly! Service is also very fast! It's great for either lunch or dinner, and it's so cozy and inviting inside.

Friedman is an absolute must-visit if you are looking for an incredible burger in NYC. I honestly…read moredid not expect to be this impressed, but this ended up being one of the best burgers I have ever had -- and quite possibly the best burger of my life. I ordered the burger with cheese, and everything about it was perfect. The burger itself was THICK, incredibly juicy, and cooked beautifully. You could immediately tell that the meat was high quality, and knowing that they use Creekstone beef made it even better. The flavor was rich and beefy without being overwhelming, and every bite was incredibly satisfying. The patty had that perfect combination of a beautifully cooked exterior while still being extremely juicy and tender inside. And the bread deserves its own paragraph! The brioche-style bun was excellent. It was soft, slightly buttery, and substantial enough to hold the thick patty without falling apart or becoming soggy. It complemented the burger perfectly rather than taking away from the meat. The combination of the juicy Creekstone beef, melted cheese, and that excellent brioche-style bread was honestly phenomenal. What really stood out to me was how substantial the burger was. This wasn't one of those thin burgers where you finish it and immediately feel like you could eat another one. It was thick, hearty, juicy, and incredibly flavorful. Every bite felt like you were getting exactly what you want from a great burger. The fries were also excellent. I really appreciated that they weren't overly fried or greasy. They had a great texture and were crispy without feeling heavy or excessively oily. Sometimes fries can completely overwhelm a meal because they're so fried, but these were much more balanced and paired perfectly with the burger. Overall, Friedman absolutely exceeded my expectations. The burger, especially with the cheese, was outstanding, the Creekstone beef was incredibly flavorful, the brioche-style bun was excellent, and the fries were the perfect accompaniment. If you're in NYC and love burgers, this is a must-go-to. I would absolutely order this burger again and would highly recommend Friedman to anyone looking for a thick, juicy, high-quality burger. Easily one of the best burgers I've ever

Don't always believe Yelp reviews--especially coming from a Yelp Elite--so let's set the record…read morestraight! First off, just a quick note for anyone looking: this restaurant is not halal. Aside from that, we had a fantastic experience here at Friedmans Herald Square near Penn Station. They were playing Hilary Duff music, which was such a fun touch since they often match the vibe of whatever is happening at MSG! They even had special Hilary Duff mocktails. The atmosphere is super sweet and cozy. The restaurant was empty when we first walked in, but the second we sat down, it completely packed up! The waiter was very friendly, and even though they weren't able to split the check at the table, they did provide an itemized receipt to make figuring it out easy. The food was great overall--the Mac & Cheese bites and the corn were especially good! We also tried the cheesecake and molten cake. Plus, the neighbors sitting next to us were so sweet. A wonderful spot with a fun vibe!

I heard of this type of dining being common in Japan. When I was recommended this place in NY, I…read moreknew I had to check it out! Having your own little private booth made it feel unique compared to a typical ramen restaurant. I only waited around 5-10 minutes for dinner which wasn't too bad. I got the Classic Tonkotsu Ramen, and everything about it hit the spot. The broth was super flavorful and savory with the perfect amount of saltiness. It was rich without being overwhelming, and the portion was just right for me. The overall atmosphere was casual and chill. There is a self-serve water station and hand sanitizer available. You don't really interact with the staff. They would open the window and put your food on your table. There is a call button if you need to order more food, but overall, not much interaction. Perfect for solo dining!

- Food was obviously amazing. I should've gotten the double serving of the ramen noodles, but I…read morewent against it because I knew I was walking a lot today and I didn't want to feel sluggish. - Forgot the pork name, but it was a fine addition on the side. I could've ordered the rice along with it, but I didn't want to do carbs on carbs especially with all the walking in the city. - Matcha beer was exactly what I thought it would be. Match + Beer. Refreshing and it was a good decision because it reached 90F that day. - Service was fast. We got our food within 5 mins of sitting down. - Place is exactly like those YouTube videos where they show what they eat either here in NY or Japan. Great lighting and I forgot to add the water dispenser is right behind you so you can easily refill yourself. I was expecting a hot water dispenser right next to you and matcha powder because I've seen it in some videos, but it's not the worst thing in the world. I'd go back, but I'm not much of a city person so I don't know when that would be. I will say, ordering from a kiosk takes away from the experience of writing on the paper you see on YouTube but again, not the worst thing in the world.

Just went for lunch. Great selection, great flavor, nice guy. Going to be a regular here for sureread more

Tiny shack behind MSG w delicious Manhattan clam chowder!…read more Ok egg salad in tortilla, fresh veg-

Authentic food. The dumplings are indeed excellent. They are fast, ambiance is basic but food…read morequality makes up for it.

Decided to stop in this location as it was in the area where we were taking a class…read more Online stated they were open late so decided to see their options. Upon entering they informed that they are open late just that certain things aren't on the "open late" menu. Decided to keep it simple. Ordered the scallion pancake and a veggie bun. The scallion pancakes were good and the bun was nice and soft. The decor was cute as well.

If you love tteokbokki, this is the place for you!! I did the AYCE lunch, and it was absolutely…read moreworth the price! For $20 per person, you get access to tons of different tteokbokki shapes, meats, vegetables, fried accoutrements, and toppings! I loved how customizable the experience was, right down to the bowls of powder that make the sauce -- you can both experiment and pick exactly what you want! This is a must-visit for me whenever I go to NYC now.

Price - AYCE lunch $19.95…read moreAYCE dinner $27.95 Food - 5/5 Service - 5/5 Ambiance - 5/5 Ongoing drink promotion - only $3.99 fruit tea deal!!! I got the AYCE lunch deal for $19.95 each and must I say this is the most insane deal I've seen thus far! You have so many options for appetizers, toppings, banchans, sauces, ramens, meats and more! Everything was super delicious and I love how the experience was completely hands on! The food and drinks were all super duper yummy, I will keep going back every time I'm looking to experience another AYCE! ++ there's a private photobooth hidden inside towards the back of the restaurant!!!

adorable interior and lots of seating…read more i got the onigiri combo and it was actually a lot more filling than i expected! you get to choose 2 onigiri and it comes with a side and miso soup too which was all yummy. for the onigiris, i chose the salmon one and the mentaiko one. i liked the mentaiko one more because it had more flavor whereas the salmon one was a bit dry. i definitely want to come back to try the other onigiri and the tea/dessert! quick service, not too busy on a friday night. good quick option for a solo dinner after work.

This was on our list to try when in the area. Headed here after landing and wasn't disappointed at…read moreall! Actually quite impressed! Cute clean establishment with very friendly staff. You order and sit. They'll give you a buzzer and when it goes off your order is ready for pickup. We got the strawberry matcha with oat milk and 1 Hawaiian musubi. Omgeeee the matcha and musubi was soooo delicious. I went back up and ordered another Hawaiian. Going back today to get more. Visit and you won't be disappointed.