My partner and I got the truffle shangtang shoyu and paitan ramen w onsen egg - TASTE: 4/5 - loved the bits of truffle pate in my shoyu and the savoriness of the paitan's chicken broth. Didn't think it needed the egg add-on TEXTURE: 5/5 - both the homemade thin noodles and hand squeezed wavy noodles were excellent PRICE: 4/5 - the $16-18 bowls are comparable to other ramen shops SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - satisfied us for dinner SERVICE: 4/5 - no one in line when we walked in at 5pm on a Saturday for their dinner service. The few employees there were all friendly. Sat at the counter and our bowls were ready 15min after ordering ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - water and utensils are self-serve. Appreciate the chef's original goal of creating the best ramen within 1,000 operating days, and the fact that Tsuumen is still open. Can tell it's a local favorite PARKING: 4/5 - got a metered street spot on Highland Ave read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Truffle shangtang shoyu - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Came in Saturday right around lunch time and the restaurant is almost full. The menu is right at the counter and you order first then grab a seat. There were no details or pictures available so we asked the server what each ramen was like and he kindly answered. We ordered the spicy pitan and truffle shoyu ramen. Ramen came pretty quickly and look very appetizing. Once mixed in, the truffle taste is overpowered by the broth but I enjoyed it nonetheless. The chashu was also super tender and thinly sliced giving an almost melt in your mouth feel. The spicy pitan has a thicker curly noodle and thick broth. I preferred the truffle clear broth. Overall great experience and looking forward to come try other flavors! read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Truffle shoyu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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I went to try Tsurumen Davis with some friends, and luckily we arrived right before a line started forming outside. I ordered the Truffle Shangtang Shoyu Ramen because it sounded interesting, but it ended up being a mistake. The truffle completely overpowered the bowl, and I couldn't really taste any of the chicken broth. I did enjoy the chewy texture of the noodles, but if I came again, I would not order this dish. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Quick service simple menu , authentic ramen with much appreciated GF noodle option , highly recommend for the food. However I didn't like that the music was a bit loud and the prices are obviously not aligned with what you would pay in Japan for a similar meal but it's a good treat for ramen lovers ! read more

A hidden gem I didn't know about, but ended up loving! I honestly think this may be my new go-to ramen shop now. The Paiten was very rich and flavorful, and the noodles were just the right texture. Usually I can't get myself to slurp up a lot of soup broth but this time it was just so good I couldn't resist. It was the perfect bowl of goodness, just what I needed. I also heard that people who know good ramen, come here! Unlike spots that are just hyped on social media, this is the real deal. When I also came in the summertime, they had this shaved ice that was seriously to die for. I heard their ice machine was from Japan, and it made the ice so fluffy and soft, it was like I was eating clouds. We got the strawberry, which was a very refreshing flavor to end the night with. It was also topped with I believe, salted cheese foam which was really the cherry on top for this dessert! Well done! I would come back just for this shaved ice dessert, and even get an extra bowl of the salted cheese foam on the side. read more

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In 2024 they have got their operation dialed now, and the truffle shoyu is one of my favorite bowls of ramen to get in the Boston area. The pork shoyu is also delicious and I love the wavy noodle but I tend to like the lighter truffle shoyu. Each bowl is crafted fresh with quality ingredients and both the broth and noodles are very good. I come here monthly for lunch on weekdays and have not run into long wait times like I have in the past. read more

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Such a great area and place for ramen! This place made it to my favorite ramen place. I'd make the drive back up from rhode island for ramen. I had the truffle chicken shoyu ramen. The broth was so good, savory, and cozy. It didn't have an abundance of condiments and was simple, had a great flavor. The soup did have hints of truffles and you could smell it every time you lifted the spoon to your mouth ~ I have saw nothing lacking in my meal. There is a self serving water station. The same station is self serving for utensils and condiments if you wish to add to your ramen (not necessary for me because it was already so good). read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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This is a must try ramen spot in the greater Boston area with undeniable quality. The price of a bowl is marginally pricier than other ramen shops in the area when you add the standard fixings but any doubts regarding valve left my body with my first sip of the broth. Everything was perfectly cooked and a real treat to the palate. The menu is shorter so I can't wait to get to all the items! read more

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Best ramen in the Boston area. For real! The guys working behind the counter are very nice and friendly as well. Recommend 1000 times!! My boyfriend loves to add extra everything to his Ramen so we kinda do a combination of the Tan Tan and Spicy paytan. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Tan Tan with extra sliced pork, eggs, bambu,etc - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Rating: 4.5 Came to try their ramen since we were craving for some ramen. It's a small ramen shop located near Davis Square in Cambridge. Street parking available with some other shops along the area. Seatings are limited and you order when you go in and get a tag and wait for order to come out. Water and utensils are self service. They have a good system to get people in and out quickly. I ordered Tan tan men. Order came in just 5 minutes or so. Tan tan men was exactly what I was looking for. Umami flavor from sesame and pork broth kicks a punch with hint of spice. Noodle that is cooked just right with some waves that incorporate the broth and soaks the flavor. Topping was minimal but onsen egg create creaminess and mild out the broth while cilantro and ground pork adds to he flavor. The food was excellent. Overall the place was pretty good and I was happy with my visit. Good place to go if you want solid ramen. Only down side was that its far from where i'm located and on higher price range for ramen then what I'm used to. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Tantan Tan Tan Men - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Top five places to get ramen in Boston! It was so flavorful and filling. When I went there weren't a ton of pork options so I went with the tamari pork shoyu ramen and I'm glad I did. The inside has plenty of seating and you pick your own table. Before that, you place an order with the cashier and wait for it to be brought to your table. I can't wait to go back and try the other options. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Tamari Pork Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

After I sipped the broth I felt drunk in love with this ramen definitely get the spicy pork shoyu ramen

Best Ramen I had in Boston area! I tried different ramen and also the GF noodles, which were surprisingly amazing! read more

I have been meaning to try ramen in this place for a while, today I did it. Overall menu is simple there are only 4 different types of Ramen and bunch of extra toppings available. I ordered spicy paitan ramen. The noodle is thick and the broth packs umami flavors with hint of chicken. Chasiu pork was tender and the egg was spot on. The restaurant is spacious. There are 4 tables, 2 for 4 people and 2 for 2 people, about 5 barstool seats by the kitchen counter. They have water dispenser, paper cups, chopsticks, spoons and napkin ready on one corner. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Spicy paitan noodle with extra egg - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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I really appreciate the care put into each element of Tsurumen's ramen the pork chasu is thinly sliced but tender, the menma (bamboo shoot) is flavorful and has the perfect bite, the red onion and scallion heighten the bowl's freshness with texture, and the NOODLES. Prepared in house, these noodles are perfectly cooked with different textures (thin or wavy) depending on the bowl you order! I also love how each bowl's broth has a uniqueness to them that are acheived through a smaller menu for quality purposes. I can proudly say that Tsurumen is definitely my comfort ramen spot Paitan broth is achieved through cooking chicken bones under high pressure to soften and emulsify directly into the broth. This process creates a broth that is rich, creamy, and full of chicken flavor While the paitan ramen was SUPER enjoyable, the truffle shangtan ramen had a lighter broth that served as a great foundation to highlight the black truffle you can gradually mix into the chicken broth. Tsurumen is another spot where you can't go wrong with any of your ramen choices here! It's also worth noting they have gluten free noodles for any with that food restriction and you can add an onsen (hot spring) poached egg to any ramen bowl! Their menu also often changes so I recommend giving @tsurumen1000 (instagram) a follow to stay up to date read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Truffle shangtan Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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The service here is horrible. There is a sign outside the restaurant that says, "stop! Please wait here to be seated." So me and my family did, and then another family walks right into the restaurant and gets sat before us! Unbelievable, and make your sign correct. Horrible disgusting service, needs to be improved definitely read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Seating sign - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

The ramen is very filling, and the service is quite quick. My broth was not as clean as I'd personally prefer. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Ramen #4 - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

One of the Boston-area's best ramen joints. On Mondays they've started to open up for a special, changing menu - a menu of one type of ramen that they'll sell until they sell out. I'm obsessed with this concept because it's cool to see the thoughtfulness and experimentation.. it must keep the chef/creator of the menu motivated. I had the pleasure of trying their yuzu shio, dipping ramen - a concentrated chicken/yuzu broth where the noodles were served separately and you'd dip it in the broth. So good. The rest of the week they serve their regular menu. Space is limited, there is table and bar seating, good for pairs & small groups. There's usually a line and it's not a quick line. I'd recommend getting there when it opens. Different staff members had different personalities - half were friendly/enthusiastic and the other half were serious/in-the-zone. Pricing is around $22-$28 per person. read more

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I've been to Tsurumen many times since they first opened and the ramen is definitely worth a try. Every component of the ramen (broth, pork, toppings, noodles) is flavorful and the textures are just the right amount of diverse. The pork is incredibly tender and the noodles are not over-cooked. The food is also pretty consistent, I can't really remember any particular outliers from my experiences. The only criticisms pertaining to the actual food that I have would be that the broth can be too salty at times (depending on which style of ramen you choose) I will say, however, that my visits have decreased over time. This is mostly due to the fact that the food is getting too expensive (for me). Considering cost, portion, and flavor, $23-$25 after tax is not really worth frequenting in my opinion. Pros: - Easy parking: it's Davis Square so there is both street and parking lots nearby. - Good food, nice space to chat with friends - Friendly staff - Not large-group friendly (easier to get seats for parties of 1-3, much harder for 4-5+ and smaller parties will be seated before you). Cons: - Value - Wait times could be long depending on the time/day to just be seated (~40min) and the line is outside (weather considerations) - Wait times for food could be incredibly long during busy hours. From what I've seen only have 2-3 people working the kitchen area. Overall: Worth checking out for the food. I recommend for smaller groups (if you don't want to deal with long waiting times/logistics). read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

I visited Tsurumen 1000 on a weeknight in the summer. Despite the warm weather, there was a line outside. However, there were actually plenty of open tables inside. The ambiance is nice, but it's more of a casual spot. Even though it's sit down, you order and pay at the counter upfront. The waiter gave us a rundown of all the options before we placed our order. In terms of the food, we tried the Shoyu and Tan Tan ramen dishes. The Shoyu had a delicious soy sauce broth, which wasn't overly salty the way it can be at other places. The pork was really tender and had a nice flavor. For the Tan Tan, the broth had a bit of a kick, but it wasn't too overpowering. The egg was cooked perfectly and the bok choy added the perfect textural element. The noodles were tasty and had just the right chew. My only complaint is that there weren't many toppings in the ramen bowls. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Tamari Pork Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Came here on a Saturday evening and there was hardly any wait, but when we had finished up there was a small line forming out the door - I'd definitely recommend coming a little earlier if you don't want to wait. The space isn't that large so seating feels a little limited; it definitely does feel homey though. They have a decent selection of ramen available and the staff are friendly and willing to answer questions, however the person taking our order told us the least salty one would be one of the ones without broth and he couldn't have been more wrong. Upon trying and eating both a brothless and one with broth, the one with was much easier and less harsh with regards to sodium and saltiness. Ramen naturally comes with a lot of salt so I'm aware it's hard to avoid, however I would just have expected the staff to be a little more aware and knowledgeable. Overall, the meal itself was not bad and the portion was decent, it was just a little disappointing that we had been misinformed about the dishes we received. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Bad food and bad service. We ordered a ramen and the seared tuna which was a "must try" on the menu. Both were very flavorless. Furthermore we did not receive one food item we ordered read more

Tsurumen has a very nondescript, lowkey storefront just outside of the Davis T stop, so I didn't realise how many times I've passed by it on my way to the many delicious restaurants in the Davis/Porter Sq area. When I stopped by around 630 on a Sunday, there were only a handful of people dining, but there are only (say) 20 ish seats total, so it did fill up while I was eating. Most of the meal was self-service: you order at the counter and get your own tableware and water, and your noodles are brought to you when it is ready. I ordered the classic shoyu ramen. While unassuming, my bowl was super yummy. The noodles were cooked perfectly and the soup, while rich, was thankfully not too salty, a common drawback of many ramen broths. Also the broth was chicken broth, too, which can sometimes detract from the overall taste of the e.g. pork slices, but worked out very well in this case with that delicate contrast in flavour. Also, the slices of pork were great - juicy with a good proportion of fatty and (non-fatty? don't know the word in English) meat. Ordering was fast and I was served my freshly prepared ramen very quickly after, and overall I was very happy with how efficient and no-frills everything is. It puts a lot of the emphasis on the quality of the food itself, and with the excellent quality of their ramen, I think this is very deservedly so. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Classic shoyu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Best ramen in New England. I have regularly travelled to Japan. And try numberless ramen shop coast to coast. This ramen shop is as good as it can be in Japan. read more

Been meaning to try this place for a while; so glad we got around to it! The menu is minimalist and I hear it changes once in a while. We tried the chicken paitan and spicy chicken paitan. The broth was great: rich, flavorful but not too salty, and there was this subtle herbal flavor that I loved! The only thing I didn't like about the broth was the small solid white flecks that settled to the bottom and made the broth at the end feel kinda gritty. Not sure what they were, maybe bits of chicken? The noodles had a nice chew. I also liked the raw red onion and scallion toppings. The sansho pepper on the tables is so good hahahah lemony peppery herby. My friend added an egg. The service was fine. We ordered at the counter and then grabbed seats at the bar. From there, we could see the bowls being assembled. The space is clean and casual. Overall, this was one of my favorite bowls of ramen around Boston! We will def be back to try other items and visit the sansho. read more

The food was incredibly delicious and well worth the wait in the long line outside the restaurant.

Solid ramen shop in Davis Square. The restaurant is cozy and you order at the counter. I ordered the shoyu ramen and added an onsen-egg. The broth was rich and flavorful and the bowl came with pork chashu, a fish cake, and some bamboo. The noodles were nice and bouncy (not too soft) which I enjoyed. My only complaint is that there aren't many toppings for the ramen (you have to add an egg for extra). Service was quick and we were in and out pretty fast! read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Shoyu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

They are actually not cash only anymore. We had the spicy ramen this time, and it was actually a little too spicy for me, which is uncommon. I think what's exceptional about this ramen are the noodles. They're perfectly cooked- and it's cool to see the chef cook them and take them out with these huge chopsticks. They're a little buttery, almost. I'd even consider ordering extra noodles next time. I wish there were a soup option with more vegetables, and tofu as a protein. The proteins they have are slices of pork of chicken. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Spicy, with chicken and egg - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

TLDR: great bowl of ramen. I won't pretend to know the finer aspects of ramen, but I will say the shoyu was wonderful and flavorful. My wife doesn't eat pork and they were kind enough to put it on the side for us and guide us where in the menu to go. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Food is decent but the ramen is expensive for what you get which includes the overpriced add ons. On top of that you pay upfront before getting your order and they expect the same amount of tip as a normal restaurant when you still need to get your own utensils and condiments. You let less service but more up charge. Times have changed! read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Tsurumen was alright. I ordered the Paitan because the shoyu was sold out. This place doesn't include traditional toppings. The egg was also a separate charge. I also didn't like that the sliced pork that came with the ramen was not fully cooked. I think the idea was to serve it similar to how the rare beef slices are served with pho, but I prefer my pork served fully cooked. Also, the egg wasn't cooked the way a traditional ramen egg is cooked. The broth was tasty and the restaurant was clean. read more

to preface: I know this is a hot take but I usually can't justify paying for ramen at restaurant prices because my cheap ass thinks I can just make do with instant ramen at home. However, tsurumen is a nice splurge from time to time. location/parking: in davis sq, right across the T station. Convenient by public transportation. I've never driven a car in this area so I'm unsure where one would park. price: get ready.. I spent $28 on a single bowl. The 2022 bowl starts off at $18 but after the wontons and egg are added on it's a whopping $26 not including tip. I think at this price point I would be expecting leftovers and the best ramen I've ever eaten in my life hmm.. atmosphere: nice and casual place to relax and grab a bowl after a long day of work. There's space to sit at the bar and watch your bowl being made. The cashier takes your order at the counter and you self serve yourself water/utensils. Food comes out in around 10 minutes. food: really good. The noodles are so fresh and tender and the broth is really flavorful. The meat was a little too fatty for my taste, and one of the meat slices was kinda too stiff. The egg was tasty as well. I enjoy the broth a lot more than Santouka's signature shio broth. last remarks: I took a star off solely for the price. Tsurumen has a soft spot in my heart since they've opened but the price hikes are kinda over the top. I guess the $6 wonton add on wasn't really necessary to my order but I wish they either included the wontons in the total price or make the add on price cheaper. This place will remain a treat, since $25+ for a single bowl of ramen isn't sustainable for my wallet lol read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Formula2022 shio +$6 wonton add on +$3 special egg - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

After living for 6 months in Japan, I was in search for somewhere to fill that void in the States, which brought me to Tsurumen. Their broth is so flavorful yet clean, the chashu pork is perfectly fatty, and their noodles have just the right bite that keeps you slurping for more. I've tried so many other places in Boston and NYC, and Tsurumen wins hands down everytime. Note that sizes are decently sized for ramen, but may be too small for some folks. Though their shoyu and shio ramens seem to be mainstays, they usually have some rotating menu items too. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Shio ramen - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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The chashu in the spicy paitan ($18+tax+tip) was incredible, so soft! The noodles were also very bouncy. The broth was a bit salty and could have been more flavorful, and I didn't love the grittiness of the broth. The only big flaw was that the canned bamboo wasn't very good. A very good ramen offering! I see why the line was out the door on the weekend, though it was not very crowded on a weekday evening. read more

I don't think I've ever spent $20 on a meal that I felt like I could eat two of easily. There are a million other places more worth the dollars spent. read more

I love Tsurumen SO much!! I find myself thinking about their ramen a lot because it's really just that good and I don't think I've tried anything better yet. Now that it's autumn, I'll be frequenting here a lot more because I love a good soup and I love my noodles! Spicy Tan Tan Ramen ($18): The most perfect bowl to ever exist if you're a fan of spicy food. It's savory! It's spicy! It's delicious! It consists of a chicken broth base with chili oil + spicy tare for that umami taste. The ground pork addition is super flavorful and abundant while the bok choy is crisp and fresh. Pork Shoyu Special Ramen ($18): If you're a fan of all things savory and rich, this is the one to get! It consists of a pork broth base with pork fat and shoyu tare. The chashu pieces are mostly lean with minimal fatty parts which is what I prefer. The addition of tender bamboo shoots is the cherry on top! You also get one piece of fishcake and plenty of scallions as garnish. The homemade noodles are always perfectly chewy and hold up well. Their broth selections are very rich, flavorful, and balanced. They never skimp on their portions so you can expect to have a good noodle to soup ratio. :- ) read more

FOOD 3.5/5 Spicy tan tan ramen 4/5 The broth is pretty good, it's not too spicy. It has ground pork, thin noodles, some veggies and an egg. This is a solid option. Pork shoyu 3/5 Its a great savory ramen. I feel like its lacking toppings- it felt like it was mostly just noodles and 2 pieces of meat. I wish it already came with an egg. The pork was very lean but lacked flavor that I've had with really good ramen. SERVICE 5/5 The cashier and cooks were very kind and accommodating! AMBIANCE 4/5 Tables are pretty spread out. Walls are decorated, but it still feels kind of empty. I would want them to fill the walls with more decor! PRICE 2.5/5 These were the more expensive ramen. Total it came to over $40 for two. I wouldnt get these two again for that price and try the other ones. OVERALL 4/5 I would come back as this is a solid option around Davis. It's not one of the better ramens I've had but everything considered it would fill the craving when i have it. read more

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Can't resist a hot bowl of ramen on a cold evening. Stopped into Tsurumen 1000 in Davis Square on a Friday night. When we arrived, there was a short line to enter, but we were seated at the counter within 10-15 minutes. Like many small ramen shops, you order and pay at the counter before being seated. Within 5-10 minutes, we were slurping up ramen that had been freshly prepared in front of us at the counter. I ordered the Signature Shio Ramen, which had a wonderfully light broth (more subtle flavor than the Shoyu). The thin noodles were good, though not the best I've had in Boston. The pork chashu was incredibly tender and a good combination of lean / fatty (probably my favorite part of the bowl). The onsen egg add-on was okay -- a little cold and slightly overcooked. The only thing I really didn't enjoy was the raw red onions added as garnish. Food: 1. Signature Shio Ramen with onsen egg (4/5) read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Open kitchen - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Came on an afternoon and were amazed at the ramen as we haven't had good ramen on the east coast. We got the shio special, which was a tonkotsu soup base that was so good! The broth was extremely flavorful and the noodles cooked to perfection, everything was perfect! We also got the shoyu ramen which was a chicken soup base, this was the first time I truly appreciated the shoyu which added so much flavor to a great soup! The noodles were thicker with this ramen. We were not full after these too so we got the maze soba, which was a dry noodle that was really good as well and the tobasco sauce was truly freshening! We loved how simple the ramen were, highlighting the ingredients and the craftsmanship of the chef. read more

Tsurumen 1000 - Ramen Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

This was a true gem and delight. Each bowl made with love, so fresh and popping with flavor. It looks like it gets really crowded at times, as the sign outside says "line starts here". The menu options are simple which i love and you can add items to your soup. The broth is impeccable and the noodles are sooo fresh, I am drooling thinking about them. The pork is insane and bursting with flavor. The shaved ice was a must get, I can't stop thinking about it. We got the strawberry with marscapone and it was so light, crisp and soft to enjoy. We will be back! read more