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Tiger Den

3.7 (1.4k reviews)
ModerateRamen, Izakaya
Closed • 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Lou C.

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.

Tonkotsu Ramen
Alex N.

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.

Garlic Black Bean Spicy Miso Spicy Cucumber Shiitake Mushroom, Soy Tare Ribeye (Black Angus)
Duyen T.

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.

Linh T.

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.

The best pandan donuts i have ever put in my mouth
Amy H.

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.

Rochelle J.

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

Sophia N.

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!

Garlic Black Bean Ramen
Brittany M.

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.

Tonkotsu
Hayley F.

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.

Chicken Tonkotsu Soup

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

Spicy Miso
Alonso T.

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

Tsukemen and brussel sprouts
Jessica S.

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.

Partially eaten! Larger serving size.
Ginger P.

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.

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Good quick fix if you're craving ramen. Would give it a 3 but I met my husband here so I'll give it a 4. I recommend the miso ramen.

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Best Ramen in town! And my favorite spot when I crave Ramen! Worth to make the drive there!!

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Is tiger den still open from 11 AM- 2 PM? On Saturdays?

12 am on Fridays and Saturdays

Do they have chicken broth options? I don't eat pork, but don't want to compromise on flavor

Unfortunately, no they don't have chicken broth options.

Do you guys take reservation?

No. I asked. And your entire party has to be there to be seated.

How quickly does a wait form on Friday evenings?

It forms pretty quickly. I suggest be there right at 5pm when they open, there will be little to no wait.

Can I order to-go or do they accept call in orders?

I just placed an order for pickup. I placed the order at 6:15 pm on a Saturday, and they said it would be ready in 30 minutes.

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This restaurant is a cozy, authentic gem for Japanese small plates. The space is intimate with a…read moresmall dining area. Reservations are highly recommended. There aren't many tables, and it fills up quickly. Service was incredibly friendly and attentive. This is what we ordered: 1. pepper tuna tataki 2. hamachili 3. hijiki 4. karaage 5. agedashi tofu 6. Rock N Roll roll 7. Zen Mega Dragon roll 8. hamachi sashimi 9. hamachi roll 10. Extra Picante roll 11. Yakisoba noodles 12. Brussel sprouts Almost everything was absolutely delicious. The pepper tuna tataki and hamachili were fresh and flavorful. The karaage was crispy, tender and juicy, and the agedashi tofu had that perfect texture in a savory broth. All were sooo good. The Zen Mega Dragon roll, hamachi hamachi roll, and Extra Picante roll were all fresh and excellent. The only two dishes that didn't quite wow us were the hijiki and the Rock N Roll roll. Both were a bit basic compared to everything else on the table. The yakisoba noodles did take a little while to come out, but wow... they were soooo worth the wait. Savory, hot, and incredibly satisfying. Prices are very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, which makes it even better. There is free parking, but the lot is small. When it's busy, finding a spot can be a little tricky. We will definitely be back to explore more of the menu.

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4.5
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10.5 mi
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A great spot for sushi in the Montrose area. They have a small parking lot in the front otherwise…read moreyou can find street parking in the neighborhood behind the restaurant. Easy to make resy online. The inside had low lightings, giving an intimate ambience. It wasn't too crowded when we were there on a weekday night. Menu had a variety to your usuals between sashmi, nigiri, maki, or cold tasting items. They also have a chef's feature menu. We ordered a few items to share: - Carbonara udon - Uni pasta - Royal chutoro maki - Wagyu and mushroom tarts - Toyosu sashimi platter - Salmon flight My favorite of the night. I am usually not a huge udon fan but the udon noodles were super soft and melts in your mouth. Probably one of the best udons I have had. We had to try the uni pasta when we saw it on the menu. A good amount of uni and the sauce was perfect with the pasta. For sashmi option, the Toyosu sashimi platter was a great choice that offer a variety of the chef's curated imported fresh Japanese sashimi. We also got the salmon flight which had 6 pieces of the salmon and salmon belly. Service was friendly and quick. Overall, a good spot for sushi in the Montrose area.

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4.3
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Kata Robata used to be one of my favorite restaurants before I moved away from Houston. After…read morerecently moving back, I chose it for my birthday lunch with friend because I had such fond memories of dining there. Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing. I arrived about 20 minutes before opening and had to wait outside in Houston's summer heat 93'F. While there are a few benches, there is very little shade, and guests are not allowed to wait inside. When the restaurant opened, there was no clear system for seating guests. Even though I was first in line, several people rushed in ahead of me, making the process feel disorganized. The biggest issue involved a $300 gift card that my friend had received years ago. She simply asked the staff to check the balance. When the server returned, he told us the manager had cut the card in half and that the entire balance had to be used during that visit. What bothered me was the lack of communication. We were never informed of the policy before the card was invalidated. If that is the restaurant's policy, it should be explained clearly beforehand. As two ladies having lunch, spending $300 was difficult, so we ended up ordering far more food than we normally would. The sashimi was fresh but cut thinly than what I've had at comparable restaurants. The hamachi kama, chirashi, and lobster mac and cheese were good. The green tea soufflé cheesecake was the biggest disappointment. For $10, it consisted of three very small cubes and felt overpriced. The waitstaff were attentive, friendly and professional, which helped salvage the experience. However, between the uncomfortable wait outside, the chaotic seating process, and the poor handling of the gift card, this visit did not live up to my previous experiences. While I have many good memories of Kata Robata, I'm not sure I'll be returning anytime soon.

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4.5
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Now why is there not a location in Houston proper??? This place is sooo good! To that point when we…read morearrived there was a wait and we had to get a buzzer which took about 10-15 mins to be seated. It was worth it! This restaurant is really cute. Its on the smaller side which also explains the wait. The service is quick and efficient! I I ordered spicy edamame which was interesting it tasted like tomato paste with spices essentially but still good. And kimchi for gut health! The belle of the ball is of course the sushi! They have an array of different sushi and rolls to pick from! I couldn't decided so I ordered 2 different rolls. Interestingly enough they both were served hot. I ordered the Louisiana roll 10/10. And a Mt. Fuji roll they're soo good and a good starter. This place is excellent! If I ever happen to across the world in Rosenberg I will definitely be back!

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