Some of the best ramen I have ever had in my life! The service and ambiance are top notch! Cocktails were fun and delicious! Highly recommend! read more

Shu Shop delivers on big flavors with a diverse menu full of depth. Great drink selection for starters featuring local beers, creative cocktails, and some of the best Japanese whiskies. The snacks are priced perfectly. We grabbed the oshinko plate highlighting pickled radish, cucumber, daikon, shiitake, garlic confit and more. Packed with flavor and a great way to cut through the other apps. It's a freaking wonderland in small plate land. We enjoyed the crab claws, soy butter scallops, Ika Kara Age, Agedashi tofu, and pork gyoza. The scallops were incredible and we had to add on another order. Everything here has its own voice, flavors, and textures. Gotta return to try them all! The ramen was spectacular. We dove into the spicy ramen, shoyu, and seafood bowls. Each is well balanced and created with care. The noodles were on par with a great chewy texture. Props on the charred Brussels sprouts in the spicy miso - little moments of bitter, umami saltiness cutting through the rich and spicy miso broth. Definitely returning! read more

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This is the best Ramen shop in town in my opinion. I've only been a couple of times times but I have immensely enjoyed the seafood Ramen, which includes fried calamari and shrimp, a delightful addition to a bowl of soup. Just make sure to eat the seafood first, before it becomes soggy. Yeah atmosphere is lovely; It's kind of dark and eclectic. Definitely visit the bathroom while you are there and read some of the fun little notes on the chalkboard. Diners should be aware that everything is ordered at the counter. I sat at the bar the first time and then went back for a second visit and sat at a table. We sat for quite some time before we realized that no one was actually serving the tables. So make sure to order at the bar! read more

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WOW. Just WOW. I don't really like noodles. I don't really like soup. I absolutely LOVED my Spicy Miso Ramen I got at Shu Shop. I have heard for a while my friends talking about how great this place was, and it really had to take me actually coming here and trying it for myself to see how amazing ramen can be. I guess all of the ramen I've had before had soup that was more watery. I got the Spicy Miso Ramen, and it was almost pure perfection. The spicy miso broth was like something I've never had before or even knew existed. It was so delicious! if you like a lot of spice, drink more broth. If you don't.... drink half! The noodles were pretty good, and the brussel sprouts added a nice touch. The egg and pork were both delicious! If I had double the amount of egg and triple the amount of meat, I could have said this was probably a perfect meal! And guess what? You can add those on for an additional $2-3. Good to know! To drink, I had this cinnamon tasting cocktail. It was okay, but not something I would personally order again if I came back. The restaurant itself is very dark. They are open late, and I don't want to fall asleep while I'm eating there. They play very loud music too, maybe to make sure you don't totally fall asleep! read more

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This ramen shop is definitely Americanized but that's not really a bad thing everything considered. I went at late night so it definitely had to the party/club feel here but the music was diverse. They have a full bar here along with Japanese drinks with beer on tap and cans. I ordered the catsu ramen and it definitely didn't have that anime feel to it but it was definitely tasty. I feel it could have been better if I didn't go so late as the kitchen closes at 12am. The broth was flavorful and each component of the soup was good. All in all, I'd recommend a visit though their may be better ramen shops out there in my opinion. read more

Shu Shop - Catsu pork ramen - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

This place met all expectations. Food was excellent. Price was reasonable. The drink was a let down but it did fit the cuisine.

Gotta love this place. Open late on the side of town where things generally close around midnight. So if you need 1 more drink as the other bars are closing down, then this is your spot. Great service, friendly bartenders, broad selection of quality booze, including lots of sake, and a few Japanese whiskeys. They've got a variety of small plates and ramen to fill up on and most everything I've seen has looked pretty good. The place is super clean, and the crowd is diverse. The bathrooms are gender neutral, and the walls are painted with that chalk board paint so you can write on them after peeing and leave absurd messages for the next person peeing to read. Truly great stuff. Couple of t.v.'s that are usually playing bizarre, yet interesting things. Lots of seating at the bar, a few tables upstairs and in the back. Long story short, good clean place with an interesting vibe, pro bartenders, interesting choices of booze, great food served late, and they're open after most things nearby are closed. Definitely worth it to stop in and see for yourself. 5 stars. read more

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First time trying Shu Shop, a much needed break during the Sidewalk Film Fest. We loved the Saké selection, Hamachi, hot and sour Brussels. Our server was helpful and personable. Next time we will try crab claws and scallops. It reminds me of a tiny Japanese jazz spot in nyc called Tomi Jazz where we celebrated our anniversary right before Covid. read more

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We've been looking for a good tonkatsu ramen spot ever since we moved here a few years ago. Shu Shop is ok. It's super trendy which probably accounts for the price. I've definitely had better ramen, at cheaper prices, and in larger portions, but we'll probably come back until we can find something better. Service was fine. read more

*Hands down amazing Ramen spot.* I just recently move to the area from Vegas and have been searching all over for a Ramen spot. Saw Shu Shop on yelp and decided to give it a shot. I must say that I'm excited that I did. As soon as you walk up the big windows up front allow you to see everyone inside. Which to me makes it warm and inviting. The atmosphere inside is relaxed and social. There are menus as soon as you walk in for you to grab and take to your table. There's no host/hostess so you're free to sit where every you'd like. Except places that would be obviously be a hazard and or violate their company policies. Don't think they would appreciate that. Anyhow, once you've decided what to order. Patrons have their own serving station. That's right, you get your ass up out of your seat and go see the bartender at the spot up by the front of the place. I love it, deadass. There's no waiting for a server to come to you. Nope, as soon as you know what you want.... go order it. And while you're up there, order your drinks too. Makes things pretty simple if you ask me. As for your food. It gets to you pretty quick. I ordered their Tonkotsu and Spicy Miso. I'll mention the Miso first. The spice was enough to bring out the flavors as well as clear my sinuses. Yet at the same time it wasn't over bearing at all. The Tonkotsu was delicious and nothing stood out wrong with it.However I've never been a fan of Tonkotsu without some kick. So I may ask them to make it in a spicy format for me next time. Then again, they may tell me to kick rocks they ain't changing their style for one dude. Which is their right and I'll still eat there. The restrooms are located all the way in the back. And not the back where your order comes out the window form the kitchen. Nah homie, you go a bit further than that. Don't worry though, it's well lit so no creepos in the shadows. Now don't just stand their looking at the signs to the restrooms when you get back there. Just grab a door knob and go in if ain't locked. I laughed personally. I won't spoil it. And you may take it differently than I did. Either way I hope they never change how it's labeled. Now once in the restroom/Latrine/head/facilities/toilet whatever.... you might notice all the writing on the walls. Don't worry. The want you to do that. They even supply chalk and have painted the walls for such. Pretty rad idea, lots of selfies to be taken when it with a group. Let's not lie. We've all crowded a bathroom with a group of friends, sexes intermingled in one bathroom type of thing..... right?! If not, you ain't living. Lame-o Now that. You've relieved yourself. And hopefully washed your grubby dick beaters. It's time to check out so someone else may enjoy some legit ramen. So where do you check out? Well, walk your happy ass right back to the front and do so without having to wait on some server that's most likely in the back doing who knows what to who knows who. And couldn't care less about the hot date that you just set up off tinder you're in a rush to get to. Oh, and mad props to the guys in the back. I saw order after order flying out as soon as the orders were being put in. Them boys took what they learnt from watch them NASCAR pit crews and applied it to turning out some stellar ramen. Good thing this state doesn't have recreational cannabis, or I'd be here every night paying their rent. read more

First and last time to go to Shu shop. Restaurant is very unreliable and expectations are not met. Five of us from out of town came here for dinner. For some odd reason tonight they would only seat 4 people at a table even though their sign at hostess desk states they will seat up to 6. Refused to sit us together at booth that would comfortable hold 5. We were then asked to stand outside (in rain) while table(s) were getting ready even though there was room in lobby. Absolutely one of the worst dining experiences in my life. No customer service and poor management. Adeeba Khan you can do better. read more

Shu Shop - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Very clean and went above and beyond to follow CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of Covid. The bar was modern and definitely the spot light of the restaurant. Music was a little loud, but added to the intimacy provided by dimmed lighting and high back rests on the booths. Drink and food presentation was pristine and the quality and taste followed in suit. I definitely recommend getting extra noodles and a bonus egg if you're planing on splitting the ramen. You're gonna want more. read more

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Came here last night to try out the ramen and compare it to other places I've had in Bham. Enjoyed the shishito peppers appetizer, shoyu ramen and tried the yellow tail sashimi and tuna tataki. The quality and flavors of the fish were a win for the night. The shoyu ramen was alright. It was light and not too filling. Ramen noodles were pretty good. I'd probably try a more thick and creamy filling next time. Will be back again. read more

Shu Shop - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Tried this place out with some friends tonight. Very different from ikko. I recommend this place for a fancy date night or for a nice night out. Definitely an environment for the more mature population. You order when you walk in at the bar and they will set you up an open tab. I ordered the shoyu ramen and the hakutsuru superior junmai ginjo sake cold. The flavors were nice and enjoyed the bamboo in it. The sesame oil on the vegetables was a little too strong for me but everything else was good. The sake flavor was enhanced with the ramen. Tasted sweet and dry. Loved the interior design of the place and check out the bathrooms when ur there. read more

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We came to Shu Shop for date night a while back and were pleasantly surprised! The ambiance is definitely great for a date and the staff was very friendly. We started off with the shishito peppers which are always yummy. Then for our main I got the Vegetarian Ramen and my husband got the Tonkatsu Ramen and we split the Brussels on the side. Everything was DELICIOUS and soul warming which is how ramen should be! We will definitely be back soon. I also heard they are doing a wonderful job with take out since a lot of people are choosing to avoid dining in. They also sell some of their goodies at Irondale Farmstead like Kimchi, pickled carrots, and a variety of mustards! read more

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I wasn't the biggest fan of Shu Shop. I stopped by with a friend for dinner and it was really dimly lit inside. We were instructed to seat ourselves at the bar, and we were able to get our orders in pretty quickly. I ordered the tonkotsu ramen. While I did really like the broth, I didn't love how little the amount of toppings were on my ramen. They only had one piece of the chashu pork, one piece of bok choy, and just a sprinkling of other toppings, and a lot of other restaurants tend to add more pieces of each. I don't think that I would expressly come back just for the ramen, but I do think that this would be a cool place to grab a quick drink and a snack with a friend at night. read more

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What a fun experience it is to go here. Good food, good drinks, lots of gluten free and vegan options. See if they'll seat you on the second floor. It's cozy and intimate. Always had great service too. read more

I've been traveling to Birmingham for work for the last 7 years and I am so excited and happy to have seen the city go through its transformation. The downtown area is really coming along and the addition of Shu Shop is great! The interior of Shu Shop is dark and funky and I love the upstairs dining area and the weird indie films playing on the TV behind the bar. The drink menu is robust and the sake list is great. I came here with a group of coworkers so we tried a lot of food options. The restaurant is deceivingly big with lots of seating options that include an upstairs dining area. We sat in a booth by the bar and you order your food at the bar and take a number to your table so the server knows where to bring the food. We started with the Shishito Peppers and edamame, which were a great start. Next we ordered the Tuna Tataki, Buttered Scallops, and Hamachi Sashimi. The sashimi was fresh and flavorful, but everyone agreed the Tuna was the best. The tuna was peppery and the sauce was a great addition. The scallops were good, but compared to the tuna and hamachi it couldn't compete. Finally we all got ramen, I got the Shoyu (pork) and others got shoyu, vegetarian, and the fish ramen. Everyone loved their ramen and I thought the Shoyu was great. The pork tasted nice and smokey and the broth had all the flavors of the pork. Everything about the ramen was excellent and I would definitely get it again. Shu Shop is a great addition to a growing downtown area and I would recommend it to everyone. I will definitely come back next time I am in town. read more

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What a PHENOMENAL experience. An absolute delight. Seafood and steak ramen were excellent. Large alcohol selections. Thoughtful and considerate staff. Really enjoyed the visit here, highly recommend read more

This has been my favorite restaurant to go to for the last 2+ years. The ramen is easily the best in town. It has a great, simple menu with a nice variety of options for apps and ramen. They have an extensive drink menu (something for everyone). And the atmosphere is incredibly fun and hip. Their curbside offering during the pandemic made it possible to continue to enjoy my favorite ramen and apps. And their rules / protocol for seating now that they have reopening indoor dining shows how much they care about the safety of their customers and their employees. Bottom line: every person who asks me for dinner and date ideas gets Shu Shop on my short list of recommendations... every time. read more

I've been coming to Shu Shop for over a year now. The Ramen is always delicious! My fav is the seafood ramen. My wife usually gets the vegetarian ramen and we split the Brussels! I'm always intrigued by what's playing on the tv. There's usually a crafty person making something from scratch. Love this spot! read more

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I tried giving this place another chance, but was unfortunately disappointed by my most recent experience. First, our gyoza came out burnt. It was very dark brown, almost black. Next, the spicy miso ramen was very salty. A little less salt and spice and more depth would've been better. The broth lacked the depth of Japanese miso broth and didn't taste like miso. The spice was overpowering, and was all I tasted. The pork flavoring was ok, but the texture was not right- tough and chewy. The Brussel sprouts, while a unique addition, were too charred and took away from the ramen, in my opinion. I realize they are trying to do something different, but maybe less char would help? Although not ramen, the agedashi tofu and lotus root chip appetizers were my favorite things on their menu. read more

This place has changed drastically. The quality of the food has taken a turn downwards. Their pickled vegetable appetizer included one small piece of cauliflower, a cherry tomato cut in have, three carrots, 1/8 of an onion and 1/8 of a cucumber. So maybe like $0.5 worth of food sold for $8. The same thing for the seasoned rice dish. Maybe a cup and 1/2 of rice for $6. The only the I would say was worth the price was the ramen for $15 but it is middle of the road at best. You can easily spend over $100 here and honestly you'd leave Chili's feeling more satisfied. Maybe this was just a horribly off night, but the quality is noticeably going down here. read more

The Brussel sprouts, peppers, and ramen were delicious as well as the short ribs and crab claws I had the tuna steak and was not a fan just know if you don't like a dish it's no sending back, the atmosphere is very chill and the waitress and host are very knowledgeable and nice it's a bar so 21 and up bring ID read more

Traveling, it is a Monday and nothing open. Walking around see this gem open. They start you with popcorn that is seaweed, salt, and something else sooo good. Order crispy Brussels with sweet and sour, holy "F" it was amazing. Next ramen bowl with pork added spice bomb, outstanding. Word of caution, their hone-made spice bomb has heat so start with a little. Great server too! read more

So excited that this place is open. Shu Shop is action packed and such a great addition to the city. The moment you walk in the door you are greeted with smiling faces and a full bar with multiple options including an awesome selection of Sake. The menu has everything ranging from Snacks with options like Shishito Peppers to Ramen. Seriously what more can you ask for! read more

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This place is pretty amazing. The best ramen I have had in years. I preferred the Spicy Miss Ramen with pork belly and I was in heaven the entire time. The pork belly has so much depth that you could feel its journey over the grill and into the soup. Will definitely be back to try the seafood ramen. read more

Shu Shop - Spicy Miso Ramen - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Definitely a cool little spot in the heart of downtown. I would recommend as a place to take your date. It is fairly small and has an intimate feel to it, but still has a decent amount of seating. You have to order at the bar and then pick your seat which I thought was a little odd given that the menu has appetizers and desserts..idk just did not seem fitting for the setting. Nonetheless, the food was very good. We ordered the brussel sprouts, potstickers, vegan spicy miso ramen, and the tonkatsu ramen. All delicious but the vegan ramen actually stood out to me. Very flavorful. Will be back! read more

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Shu Shop is a great hidden spot for some amazing ramen and other Asian-inspired dishes. The atmosphere is dark and cool, it almost makes you feel like you are in a speak-easy, making it a great date night spot. Despite looking small from the outside, the inside is actually quite large and I have not had trouble getting a table without a reservation. You absolutely MUST get a draft Sapporo and the Hamachi sashimi as a starter. They also have great craft cocktails, though the Sapporo is the perfect complement to their ramen dishes. I have tried almost all of their ramen varieties and they are all delicious, but the miso ramen is definitely my favorite. Other favorite appetizers are the brussels sprouts and the scallops. The waitstaff are extremely friendly and helpful. If you are a lover of Asian cuisine, this is one of the best places to eat in Birmingham! read more

This place is pretty nice. The vibe is cool and hip. I was Hesitant to try it because a lot of vegetarian ramen options at places are usually bland. A little on the pricey side but, the food was very good! We ordered the veggie gyoza, hot n sour brussel sprouts, spicy ramen (vegan + tofu), and the tonkatsu ramen we also added a spice bomb on the side.. to our surprise the veggie ramen was more flavorful compared to the tonkatsu. I would highly reccomend the spicy ramen vegan option for vegans/vegetarians it was delicious and I really enjoyed the Brussels as well. I will be back! read more

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Because man can not live on coffee and doughnuts alone. AMAZING FOOD AS ALWAYS!!! Staff was very knowledgeable about the menu options and very attentive to the customer needs. Great location near both the Alabama Theatre and Lyric Theatre. Great dinner option before or after the show. Bonus: Anime playing on the TV above the bar. read more

Shu Shop - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Shu Shop has an excellent bar with Eastern- and Western-style drinking options. If you've never tried sake or would like more guidance on what sake to buy, they have a good selection along with the best Japanese domestic beers. Their ramen and yakitori definitely hits the spot too. read more

Yummy! My wife and I are pescatarian, and we loved the vegetarian ramen and the Brussels sprouts. It was our first time but it won't be our last! read more