Kin ramen

I've had ramen in a lot of places including Japan and Kin Ramen is definitely in the upper echelon of ramen one needs to try. I was blown away by everything I had. From the tori karaage, to the chicken nikuman, to the gyoza, to the ramen and I had the Kin Ramen bowl, the flavor was unbelievable. So very good and recommend to anyone looking to try elite ramen with an amazing staff and environment.

Had an awesome experience here from start to finish. The atmosphere was on point, service was smooth and attentive, and everything just flowed the way you want it to when you’re out enjoying yourself.<br><br>The team clearly cares about the experience they’re creating, and it shows. Whether you’re coming for a quick stop or planning to hang out, this is definitely a spot worth checking out.

A refreshing take on ramen with a lighter, more delicate flavor profile. The seafood ramen was incredibly fresh and beautifully balanced—simple yet full of depth. The staff were friendly and full of energy, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. Definitely worth a visit.

Ordered the Kim Ramen, it did not disappoint, was amazing, perfect jammy egg, smokey pork, great broth, complex and amazing. Don't miss the chicken bumps. The was fire beyond good!!! Beer selection is ok but I had two decent ones which for me is good. Drink menu is fun, something for everyone. Super busy on weekends, go early. Great food, fun place! Great food, great value, fun staff.

Amazing quality Ramen. Food and drinks were exquisite. It's a busy restaurants, with multiple parties sitting in near close proximity and average to above average conversational background noise volume when it's at peak capacity.<br><br>I would strongly recommend it if you need food for the soul. Or if someone needs to be properly introduced to Ramen.

Just awful. It is a long wait, and then we were crammed in a very uncomfortable seat shoulder to shoulder with another table. There was nowhere to put my legs so you have to straddle the table and sit as close as possible so you don’t get bumped by someone as they are walking by. Personal items go into a crate next to the table, which was terrible because the ramen slurpings between 2 tables got soup drippings on my stuff. Just sitting there was an uncomfortable nightmare. The ramen was not tasty either. It wasn’t Japanese style ramen. Do not recommend.

There was already a line outside before dinner time is open. We thankfully made it there while the line was short since they do not take reservations.<br><br>The food was so so flavorful. I loved everything we ordered. I definitely could see why they are so popular. Food 10/10!<br><br>The atmosphere was dim lit. I like the decorations but the music was way too upbeat. Felt like esting inside a club.<br><br>Staff were very efficient and fast and kind. Always came by to refill our water when its low.

** UPDATE ** 3/3/26 I’m even more disappointed after reading the owner’s response to my review. Instead of taking accountability, the replies feel dismissive and defensive. The guy who was on the phone NEVER offer a refund or anything, not even a good solution nor asking if i was ok or seen the doctor.<br>My experience was very different from what is being portrayed. The food was mediocre, the service lacked professionalism, and the overall quality does not justify the rating. Transparency and honesty would go a long way here.<br><br>/////<br>I had a very upsetting experience after eating here at Kin Remen NYC. (I was there on 2/21/26 at 1.15pm)<br><br>The ramen itself was only okay — not impressive. The noodles was soggy and felt like rotten, a soup was not fresh and oily. Several hours after eating there in the afternoon, I developed severe stomach cramps late at night. By early morning, I had diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and felt like vomiting. It felt exactly like food poisoning. I am confident it was from the ramen, as I did not eat anything else the entire day.<br><br>I called the restaurant to inform them, but the response was extremely disappointing. The staff said they didn’t know what to do, didn’t even ask for my name or phone number (I had to tell him whether he needs my details) and they just made no effort to follow up. They only said they would talk to the chef and suggested I come back again — which is honestly shocking. After getting this sick, why would I ever return?<br><br>This shows a serious lack of responsibility and customer care. The pain was unbearable, and to make things worse, this happened during a snowstorm, so I couldn’t get to the emergency room. I suffered all night and had to buy Imodium with my own money. I am still not fully recovered and may need to go to the hospital.<br><br>I hope the restaurant improves its food safety and properly trains staff to handle situations like this, because no customer should have to go through this. Totally regret every penny I paid for this place.

The weather around NYC was so cold and snowing will coming soon but I choose KIN RAMEN Japanese Restaurant for our dinner... We comes for the 1st time , busy inside but no Q and not waiting too long... the atmosphere was cozy and warm.. the information she so nice , the staffs (Servers and Bartender) are friendly and good service (great attitude) she advices and explains for the food. The Cocktails so incredible, the location closed to Subway F and M train, walks to Restaurant 3 - 5 mins ..love ❤️ will be back soon.

No reservations and you must line up. For weekend dinner, expect lines lasting until after 8/8:30. Weekdays might be better.<br><br>The raman is pretty good - the fried purple yam is great too. Desserts are great. Average cost is $20-30 per person - more if you order drinks.<br><br>Seats are tightly arranged and it’s a bit cramped but it’s manhattan so many restaurants are like this.<br><br>Overall would recommend it - especially if you love raman noodles. 🍜

This place was super cute and the ramen was good. It does get packed so sometimes there is a little bit of a wait for bigger parties. Other than that everyone was very attentive and accommodating! It is on the pricier side for ramen but the ambience makes up for it.

I originally visited in 2023 summer and went back in 2025 winter. Everything is 'ok'.. I didn't leave a review in 2023 as it was a normal ramen shop with no line and nothing had stood out, but given the extremely long line in 2025, wanted to leave a review for my future reference and others. I personally wouldn't stand in line for the food. The decor is cute and Instagramable, but the food is ok (plenty of options in NYC) and the service is extremely rushed. Every staff is rushed to get people in and out the door (given the line outside, I get it) but it's not a pleasant dining experience. We had<br>4 people in our party and 2 dishes came out significantly ealier than the other 2 dishes. Given the usual decency to wait for the rest of the table to get their food, by the time we all got our food, ramen was already cold. The wait staff also came to ask if they can take the food away 3 times while we were eating. My friend decided to stop eating after being asked 3 times.<br>If there are no lines and probably no rush, it's an ok ramen place for a quick meal. If there are lines outside, expect being rushed+ I personally don't think it's worth the wait.

🥘: 9/10. This is our first ramen restaurant in New York City! We were going to mamafuku but it were under maintenance so we came here by accident! Me and my friend really enjoyed their ramen! She got the spicy chicken ramen and I got the curry ramen! The curry is hot, flavorful, and rich. The texture of the noodle is very tender, just the way I like it! The curry ramen also comes with pork katsu and it is so good! Freshly fried, locking in all the juices and flavors! The chicken broth is also for nice and it is perfect after a cold night out.<br><br>🧑🏻‍🍳: 8/10: we went on a Tuesday evening, we got seated quite fast and the food came quickly as well! We also asked for a hot tea, but we were not informed that hot tea is $5 each until we see the bill. We have absolutely no issues paying for the hot tea but I would really appreciate if they can let us know ahead of time that the tea is charged.<br><br>📍: 9/10: Very close to subway stations. It is filled with Japanese elements both inside and out. The ambience inside is very nice and cozy. The space could be a little bit cramped but still quite comfortable. Highly recommend!

This is by far my favorite ramen spot in the city! Their service is second to none and the atmosphere is cozy and warm just like their bowls of ramen. Few places prepare the pork chashu the way they do and you can taste it immediately! Every item I have tried here is so delicious and is packed with flavor that it is impossible to make a bad choice. I have been here so many times and it is great to see that they are consistent with their dishes tasting incredible every time. Don’t skip the one item they have on the dessert menu either! The matcha lava cake is the perfect way to end your time here. I highly recommend this place!

the BEST ramen spot in nyc (trust me I’ve tried a lot of them)!! if you are vegan or vegetarian, this place is a MUST try for incredible ramen. It’s so creamy, comforting, and flavorful while also being packed with so many seasonal and colorful veggies. I do recommend getting it Kara (spicy) if you can handle heat because their housemade chili paste and oil is SOOO good. Not to mention, service here is so fast and so so kind and friendly it leaves a lasting impression. Decor is also anime style and very fun and modern while also being cozy with all the lanterns. A simply perfect ramen spot.