This spot is pretty solid. My husband and I have been here a handful of times. I personally have to tweak my spicy miso a bit since it didn't have much spice. Here is what we order: Brussel Sprouts - these are okay. they come out crispy but the sauce is a bit overpowering 7/10 Ika Geso - my husband and I really liked these with lemon. They are crunchy and not too chewy. 10/10 Pork Gyoza - my husband's go-to, he really enjoys these. The sauce isnt your typical gyoza sauce, but it still pairs nicely with the flavor! 10/10 Baby Octopus Yakitori - we tried this once and wasnt the biggest fan of the sauces 7/10 Spicy Miso Ramen - as i stated above, this sometimes lacks flavor. It is good but doesn't have much spice to it. I like pairing it with the tantan paste. 7.5/10 (as it comes) Tsukemen Dipping Ramen - now this is the spice i was looking for in the miso one! This ramen is the perfect amount of spice, it's just spicy enough for you to enjoy! 9/10 Overall: will be back 8/10! read more

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Best ramen spot in the Houston area. I've tried plenty and always end up disappointed saying "we should have just made the drive to Tiger Den." Place feels like a genuine ramen shop in Japan. Food tastes like it too. Spicy miso, takoyaki, and baby octopus are all 10/10! read more

We finally made the trip out to Tiger Den in Bellaire and it was worth it. First of all, this must be one of the busiest business plazas I've been to in Houston as it took a few minutes just to turn in from Bellaire Blvd due to people lined up from both directions to enter and this was just before 5:30pm but it was a Saturday. The restaurant itself was packed with a short wait but any later would've been a much longer wait. It was worth the effort though! The food and service were great and the prices reasonable, event he non-happy hour items. Getting a bottled Tsingtao for under $3 was nice. For starters we had the cucumbers in a mild chile sauce and the raw octopus which is served with seaweed crisps. My husband had the Spicy Miso soup and I had the Tonkotsu ramen and both were delicious. It's been years since we dined in Chinatown but we'll be heading that way again soon for another Tiger Den experience. read more

Tiger Den - Customer artwork at entry. - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

Hard day at work, don't want to cook. TIGER DEN is the place to be..always a good time had.

I have been to Tiger Den several times prior to this year. I remember the wait during peak hours. My recent visits were all during the closing time. The wait staff was very friendly and patient with me as they took orders. I particularly like to sit by the kitchen window because I get to see the actions. I came with 2 friends on 2 separate occasions . One was very talkative and one was a quiet one. The talkative one kept repeating the skewer items as he trying to decide what to order. Finally, he picked chicken with green onion. He was complaining about the dark sauce being overpowering the chicken. The quiet friend ordered chicken hearts and mushroom medley. He also ordered a miso ramen with chicken broth instead of pork. He loved them and he kept eating and not saying much. Except "mmm... I love it." I have tried Tsukemen (the one with meat gravy and ramen separately), chicken ramen and Vegan Ramen. I like all of them, except the meat gravy from Tsukemen was super spicy. When I read the description, it didn't say pepper. But later found out the spicy icons hidden from the background plus the reflection of the menu made it hard to read. I recommend the non-pork options. I avoid eating pork, especially at the ramen restaurants. Because they bring out the pork flavor so seriously. I am not fond of pork. I'm glad they can substitute pork with chicken on the ramen menu. read more

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I think I went in with very high expectations because of how hyped this place was, and that affected my judgment. The restaurant was a bit cramped, but we were served pretty fast. The ramen is supposed to be the star of the show, but left me disappointed. The broth was on the bland side, and the toppings were a bit lacking. I had to add extra chili flakes and salt to mine. Not the worst bowl of ramen I've had, but the flavor of the broth is close to last place for me. The karaage was a redeeming factor though, among the best in texture that I've had. read more

Tiger Den - Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Heard good reviews here so decided to stop by for dinner. My partner and I were quickly seated as it wasn't packed on a Thursday night. There was lots of seating even tables for large groups, booth, and single. The staff were super nice and friendly. For starters we order the lamb and mushroom Yakitori along with the spicy cucumber. The spicy cucumber were nice and refreshing yet had a nice kick to them so I definitely recommend. As for the Yakitori, I say pass on those as the lamb were too chewy and salty and mushroom were too charred to where that's all you could taste. For main, I ordered the Spicy Miso and my partner got the Garlic Black Bean. The Spicy Miso was flavorful, creamy, had a little kick to it, and the ramen noodles were chewy and perfectly cooked. As for the Garlic Black Bean though it was nice, it tasted kind bland and wished it had a little for of the garlic flavor. Overall, good place though some menu items were a miss but I definitely recommend the spicy cucumber and spicy miso ramen. read more

Tiger Den - Garlic Black Bean Spicy Miso Spicy Cucumber Shiitake Mushroom, Soy Tare Ribeye (Black Angus) - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

Tiger Den has always been one of the most hyped ramen places in Houston for a very long time. It used to be one of the most popular ramen spots with long waiting lines, but it hasn't been as busy these days due to competition around town. I finally had the chance to try it recently for a Friday dinner for two, and the restaurant was not busy. The restaurant's ambiance was dark and moody. We were seated pretty quickly, and our server was nice. Our foods didn't take long to come out after we ordered either. I got the Tonkotsu Ramen, Takoyaki, and Chicken Kaarage. I think the best dish of the night was definitely the Chicken Karaage. It was tender, light, crispy. The Takoyaki was good with a great amount of octopus pieces in the filling. The Tonkotsu Ramen, however, was underwhelming. The broth was bland and not very rich, and the toppings were pretty lacking. Overall, this was about a 3.2 out of 5 for me. I would not mind eating at Tiger Den again, but I would definitely not go out of my way to come back, especially when there are so many other ramen options around town that I like so much better. read more

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Gone here countless of times. Always 5/5 service, food, price. Just go, what are you waiting for?? Food They are all good if you like spicy: tsukemen (dipping noodle) burn your booty hole spicy but SOOO worth it! If you like unami flavorful: tonkatsu or any other noodles tbh. Even the most basic shoyu is stellar. If you can squeeze desert get the PANDAN DONUTS. Trust the cream and airy donut is A NICE MOUTH FEEL. Crispy airy, creamy and subtly sweet with hint of coconut. AMAZING. Parking I went on a week night and we did not have to wait outside, infact an employee came to get me but I was waiting for a friend. On the weekends you may have to place your name outside and they will call y'all in as it gets packed. read more

Tiger Den - The best pandan donuts i have ever put in my mouth - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

My daughter suggested this place because we both love ramen...her and her friends went and they really enjoyed it so I said why not give it a try....I did and I loved it went by myself for a lil solo date...its small and intimate and can get very pack on a Saturday evening...my only issue is that it's very dim so it was very hard to read the menu...but overall i loved the food...the pho was good and hot the calamari was fresh and the beef satay was very flavorful and the tender...I also had the green tea which was good as well....I will definitely go back with my daughter the next time read more

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Spicy Miso Ramen is my favorite! Along with the gyoza. Wait list goes by quick most times. The vibe is pretty chill and comfortable.

Tiger Den delivers some of the best ramen in Houston, with rich, flavorful broths and perfectly chewy noodles. The Dipping Ramen and Spicy Miso Ramen are standout options. Don't skip out on their charcoal-grilled yakitori skewers, especially the beef tongue and pork belly. Pandan custard doughnuts for dessert. Do I need to say more? Trust me when I say they are a must. The cozy, lively atmosphere feels like a true Japanese izakaya. Expect a wait, but it's well worth it for the bold flavors and authentic experience! read more

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3 people left without getting any type of food , vague excuses the whole time , spent over 2 hours at rest over broth ? never again. it was dead in there. read more

Tiger Den used to be theeeeeee OG spot but the competition is fierce these days. I remember just loving the noodles and broth and this time around it all felt a bit pedestrian. The noodles were still good but the broth for the black bean and Tonkotsu were kinda plain and forgettable. Service was stellar, they made sure to check up on us and our daughter. Our waiter even helped us pack our ramen as we were struggling a bit with our toddler. Don't. Sleep. On. The. Pandan. Donuts. They still hit every time. read more

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Located at the busy Dun Huang Plaza where foot traffic is heavy, there are customers coming in and out of Tiger Den at a frequent basis. Interior of the restaurant is simple and nice. There are many customers' paper drawings on display at the entrance. They are having a limited time Happy Hour promo now - buy a bowl of ramen and get half off an appetizer or dessert. Part of the Happy Hour promo also includes buy one sake and get the second half off. My family and I got the tsukemen ramen, Tonkatsu, and garlic black bean ramen. I enjoyed the tsukemen ramen as it had the right amount of spice and it was flavorful. However, the other two ramen bowls didn't have strong flavor soups. I am also not a big fan of cabbage in the ramen. The ika geso was crispy, while the Brussels sprouts were just ok. I also had the lamb, and ribeye yakitori. They were good but the lamb skewer could be better if the wasabi mayo was actually on the meat, not on the side. I received great service today. The servers were friendly and attentive. read more

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Went with a group of 6. 4 of us ordered a Tonkotsu soup and stomachs weren't feeling great later into the day... It was good and I was the only one to get chicken , maybe it was the other place we went to ? Not sure so 50/50 read more

Tiger Den - Chicken Tonkotsu Soup - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

After a 20-minute wait in the cold, we got seated for two around 8 PM. The ambiance was super cozy, and service was impressively fast. * Pork gyoza: 5/5 Super crispy and hot, though I wish it had come out before the ramen. * Spicy miso ramen: 4/5 Not sure why there was purple onion on top. It wasn't as spicy as other spicy ramens I've had, which I liked, but my bf didn't. The pork was thick, and I wish it came with a whole egg instead of half. The noodles were different from what I'm used to, but I really enjoyed them. The broth was thick, complex, and absolutely delicious. Overall, I'd definitely come back--it was worth the wait! Just make sure to bring a good jacket if you're coming for dinner. read more

Tiger den never disappoints. I love that they make the noodles in house, as they are far better than any other ramen place in Houston. My go to is the tsukemen, the broth is soooo delicious, creamy and spicy. They are generous with the meat and veggies. By far my favorite ramen spot. read more

Tiger Den - Tsukemen and brussel sprouts - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

Ramen is always so delicious here! My family and I come on a monthly basis. The broth is always super rich and flavorful. The service is top notch. Sometimes, there is a wait but it is well worth it. Definitely give this place a try. read more

Tiger Den - Garlic Black Bean Tonkotsu Tantan-Men Chashu Pork - Roasted Pork Belly - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great pork based ramen and creamy based broth. Great value too for the size of the ramen you get . Would recommend! read more

Tiger Den - Spicy Miso - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

Challenging to find in the shopping center full of restaurants. Thanks for choosing the smallest font for the sign people. Inside was clean, not too crowded. Tastefully decorated. Wait time was minimal- there was a sign up outside. Service was good. Food came out quickly. The octopus appetizer was flavored well. The Brussel sprouts I inhaled. Yum! I think I ordered the wrong entree- did not enjoy the bean ramen. But I think that was a me thing. The rest of my party enjoyed their ramen and wings. read more

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Unfortunately, not a replacement for Ninja Ramen. The noodles and broth were great, but the toppings were extremely limited. The pork belly was okay, but was even better after being fried. Service is great! read more

Houston has spoiled us with new restaurants opening every week and sometimes revisiting an OG spot is actually refreshing. I'd say it's been over 3 years since we last dined at Tiger Den and our favorite dishes tasted just as good as our first time. Tsukemen, this ramen was so well received for years and I can confidently say it's still is one of the best dipping ramen Houston has to offer. Ika Geso, Beef Tongue, and Mushroom Medley delivered each of their own complex flavors but complimented each other so well. Izakaya vibes, lo-fi hip hop, easy service, food that hugs the soul, Saturday well spent. read more

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There was a time where Tiger Den was the talk of the town - lines out the door and five star taste despite limited seating. Something about the recipe or ingredients doesn't hit the same way now as years past. From my latest visit - taste has regressed and I do not really feel Tiger Den offers anything special in 2023. Would I Go Out of My Way to Try? No Would I Return? No Ambiance- 7/10 Food Taste- 6/10 Service- 6/10 Value- 7/10 Date Worthy- No read more

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Place is great! I haven't been here in years because of the long line, but my partner and I were very lucky tonight! No line in sight. I had the black garlic bean ramen and my partner got the miso ramen. I ended up liking his, and he liked my ramen so we switched haha. We also had the spicy cucumber, we finished it fast. I really wanted to know how to make the sauce cuz It tasted so amazing. I would come back here again. read more

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FREAKING FANTASTIC! Customer service was amazing and the food came out delicious and very fast! read more

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I just witnessed a cockroach crawling from under my plate, luckily I haven't take a bite yet, would vomit if I did. I screamed and the waiter calmly grabbed the cockroach with his paper towel... I ran away from the restaurant immediately... will never go again, it is so dark there inside, maybe to cover up their little pets?? read more

I came in for a quick dinner and was pleasantly surprised by the affordable prices since I knew this place was super popular. I sat at the bar area which faced the kitchen and it was interesting watching a guy grilling the yakitori. I tried the garlic bean ramen because it seemed unique and the broth was good but I wasn't a fan of the black bean and garlic which tasted kind of burnt. Overall a good place for a quick, casual, and affordable meal though. Servers were pretty nice too. read more

Tiger Den - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

I love ramen and this place does not disappoint. It is flavorful and delicious. I always order the mushroom melody. It is flavor just right with a squeeze of lime juice. The octopus was a little chewy for me and was just alright. Service is quick. Everyone was helping everyone so no one had to wait too long to get any service. read more

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The food was amazong, the restaurant had a great chill and relaxing ambiance, and great prices! The chicken skewers were amazing as well! I'll be back time and time again. Service was pretty quick as well! read more

Tiger Den - Vegetable Noodles - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

To preface- I've been eating here since 2014, and it's gone a little downhill since then. It was just alright. I didn't take any pictures because it was a little underwhelming compared to other options in town. I ordered the miso ramen, beef tongue, and lamb skewer. The lamb and beef tongue were both a smidge overcooked and needed some heavy chewing to get through, but the taste was nice. The ramen was underwhelming, the noodle texture was the only redeeming factor. The chashu lacked flavor, and the broth was oddly sour. Even the next day, as I'm eating leftovers, it's a little hard to drink the both. The atmosphere and service was still nice. Wish I still loved this place as much as I used to! read more

Great friendly staff for our Christmas Eve dinner. We ordered the tsukemen dipping noodles, spicy miso and takoyaki. All came out fast and were delicious. Tiger den has always been a favorite for us and we are never disappointed. If you're looking for good ramen this is one of the places to go to. It is a little dark in there so reading the menu can be challenging for some. But it's still a nice, hip and clean restaurant. read more

Tiger Den - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

Tiger Den is one of my go to spots during the week since they opened years ago, and recently I went there a bunch of times to see if anything new has been added or changed. Ramen portions are still massive that I always have leftovers to take home. The noodles are more than generous amounts and al dente in texture. The chashu is charred and chopstick tender, and soft boiled eggs have that gelatinous yolk consistency. Their black garlic oil broth is strong and heavy. My go to is their spicy miso. One of my favourite snacks to get is the large grilled prawn skewers. As well as the gyoza. Both are well executed and decently priced. For dessert, I can never skip their deep fried doughnuts that are SUPER fluffy and crispy, which is paired with a cold coconut pandan custard. I could eat 10 of these in one go if I could! read more

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It was pretty quiet on a Thursday night when my friends & I came here to eat, which was great. We ordered a few appetizers, a bottle of sake, and then our individual ramen. We had the pork gyoza, brussel sprouts, and the spicy cucumber and they were all so good with great flavor. Then I got the spicy miso soup, which was good but it wasn't super flavorful in my opinion, like it was missing a key thing. But overall, I'd try this place again. read more

Tiger Den - Spicy Miso - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

The service was very good, the atmosphere and ambiance was nice. The Pork Gyoza's were actually a good starter and the Tonkotsu was fairly good as well, not as good as other places but if your just getting into ramen and things of that nature this place is definitely a go to for beginners in my opinion. read more

I love Tiger Den. Definitely one of my favorite places to go when I need a pick me up. I love the ambiance in there as well.

Stopped by here with my girlfriend and her best friend who's visiting us from NYC. She's originally from Dallas so we had to show her why houston is the superior Texas city. My gf and I have been here a few times and were craving something from China Town. Tiger Den is always a reliable satisfaction to that craving! We came on a busy Saturday night. There's a sign up list outside for waiting on a table. We were 4th or 5th and waited less than 15 mins before we were seated. We shared the Pork Gyoza and Ika Geso as our apps. The Pork Gyoza was so good and a perfect pairing with the spicy soy sauce. We fought over the last bite between the three of us, which I sadly lost. The Ika Geso is very similar to calamari. It's even served with lemon. We were less so a fan of this dish as the meat was pretty tender (similar to alligator if you've ever had that), but I think it's more so the nature of the dish itself than how Tiger Den prepared it. I got the Spicy Miso for my entree and the flavors were so good. My absolute favorite part are the kikurage mushrooms (black rubbery looking pieces)! Only complaint is that the "spicy" title is misleading. This soup is mild at best, but the flavors are fantastic. Will happily come here again. read more

Tiger Den - Pork Gyoza and Ika Geso - Ramen Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Nobody beats Tiger Den's TanTanmen! I love this bowl of soup! We tried the enoki mushroom and it wasn't as good as I expected. It just tasted buttery. Service as always is friendly and I definitely recommend this place read more

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I picked this place as a nice dinner outing both based on needs of family and on reviews. I wanted something in Chinatown and relatively affordable. While the prices were not dirt cheap here, it didn't hurt your pocket. Tiger Den is a ramen restaurant. My only experience with a ramen restaurant prior was that there were a lot more options aside from Ramen and the ramen seemed more customizable. You can add a lot of extras, but it was simply a new experience for me. The other thing being that they all had that raw egg that gets cooked in every bowl, which the previous restaurant did not. I was not expecting that due to food issues at the time, but the restaurant waiter was able to take it out. By no means am I a traditional ramen patron. However, what I ordered I thoroughly enjoyed. They do recommend you order extra ramen due to serving size. I chose an extra, corn specifically, because why not! Everything was cooked well and my ramen bowl was amazing. Did I get "authentic vibes" yes being it was in Chinatown, however I'm not a ramen eater in general unless we count maruchan. Will you enjoy the taste and how all the flavors blend together effortlessly, while still being distinctive? Yes. Best ramen of all time? I don't know. Appetizers my friends bought were also great. My husband ordered our table the doughnut dessert thing. They looked like little pillows with match green tea dipping. It was delicious. Other fun stuff to note: Tiger Den is also majorly trendy, which I was not expecting. For a tiny restaurant, it was crazy busy with a cool mix of trendy people who need to be seen, twenty somethings, professionals meeting after work, and just friends gathering for a fun dinner party. I'll come back, but it also makes me want to try out more ramen just to get a better idea if this is the best of the best or just really good food. read more

This restaurant name usually pops into conversation when talking about ramen in Houston. I love ramen and gotta say this place is not it, ambiance and location is great, a good place for late dinner with friends but if i want good ramen this place is probably not that with so many other options available the ramen here is not special. Appetizers in my opinion are way better than the ramen itself, and I would happily go back and just order those instead, drink options is also good. read more