Ramen restaurant

Zen Ramen & Sushi

MidtownManhattan

4.4· 3,711 reviewsOpen until 10:30PM
Zen Ramen & Sushi — ramen restaurant — in Midtown — Manhattan — NYC
Zen Ramen & Sushi interior — Midtown

Midtown

Manhattan

The brief

About Zen Ramen & Sushi

Simple eatery with a range of Japanese dishes from sashimi and noodle soups to teriyaki.

Health inspection

NYC DOHMH Grade A

A

Score10(lower is better)

Inspected10/17/2025

Grade A is the highest mark from NYC's Department of Health — about 90% of restaurants earn it.

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Community Rating

4.4

out of 5

3,711 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Zen Ramen & Sushi

15 verified Google reviews · 13 with owner responses

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KhaledLocal guide
a week ago

Zen Ramen & Sushi exceeded our expectations! The Salmon Bento Box was incredibly fresh and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was clean, cozy, and welcoming, making it a great place to enjoy a meal with friends or family.<br><br>Anna was extremely friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout the visit. Every dish arrived quickly and tasted amazing.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that Zen Ramen & Sushi near Penn Station exceeded your expectations.<br><br>We’re glad you enjoyed the Salmon Bento Box and appreciated the atmosphere. We want every visit to feel comfortable and welcoming. Anna will be thrilled to hear your kind words, and we’re happy she helped make your experience even better.<br><br>We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon in Midtown Manhattan!<br>

Tatyana Bhoodai
a week ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐<br><br>Really enjoyed my meal at Zen Ramen & Sushi. The ramen was flavorful, the sushi was fresh, and the service was great. Not to mention they have a great happy hour! Everyone was friendly and attentive, and the food came out quickly. Great spot for a casual dinner in Manhattan definitely coming back!

Response from the owner

Thank you for the awesome feedback! We're so happy you enjoyed your meal and took advantage of our happy hour. It means a lot to hear that the food, service, and atmosphere made for a great experience. We'll be sure to share your compliments with our team, and we can't wait to have you join us again on your next visit!

Mahesh Bhoodai
a week ago

We absolutely loved the food here. The ramen hits the spot especially when you’re craving. If you like spicy, then I’d recommend the spicy ramen options. Staff was also very attentive and kind the entire time. My wife and I would definitely come back! Lots of seating area so you don’t feel crowded.

Response from the owner

Thank you for the fantastic review! We're delighted that you and your wife enjoyed the ramen, especially our spicy options. It's wonderful to hear that our team made you feel well taken care of and that you appreciated the comfortable, spacious dining area. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you both back soon!

Kiree Brooks
2 weeks ago

10/10 BEST ramen in NYC. I would travel from another state to come here!! I get the same thing every time, the spicy tonkatsu ramen and it NEVER disappoints. They’ve opened up a new area upstairs allowing for more space making the environment even more pleasurable. I love it here!

Response from the owner

Thank you so much! We’re truly honored to hear you consider us your favorite ramen spot in NYC.<br><br>It means a lot that the spicy tonkotsu ramen keeps bringing you back, and we’re glad you’re enjoying the new upstairs space as well. Your support truly means everything to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you again soon in Midtown Manhattan!<br>

Sofia Arenas
2 weeks ago

Great experience at Zen Ramen & Sushi! The food was fresh, delicious, and came out quickly. A special shoutout to Cania, who was incredibly friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout our visit. She made the experience even better. Definitely recommend and will be back!

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re really happy to hear you had a great experience at Zen Ramen & Sushi near Penn Station. It means a lot to know you enjoyed the fresh food and quick service, and we’re especially glad Cania made your visit even better with her attentive care. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back again soon in Midtown Manhattan!<br>

Ryan Lee
2 weeks ago

A fantastic spot in the heart of Midtown! The ramen broth is rich and deeply flavorful, and the sushi is fresh and beautifully presented. Love that you can get both in one place without sacrificing quality on either. The staff is warm and attentive, and the atmosphere is cozy and relaxed — great for a lunch break or a casual dinner. Prices are fair for the area. Highly recommend the spicy ramen and the specialty rolls. Will definitely be back!

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for this amazing review! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the ramen, sushi, and overall experience at Zen Ramen & Sushi near Penn Station.<br><br>It means a lot to know you appreciated the rich broth, fresh fish, and the balance of quality across both menus. We’re also glad the team and atmosphere made your visit even better. Your recommendations for the spicy ramen and specialty rolls are truly appreciated!<br><br>We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon in Midtown Manhattan!

Jake Federico
4 weeks ago

Excellent ramen spot! Food is delicious and Cania was incredibly helpful when we had questions about some of the Japanese soft drinks. Was a little warm upstairs not sure if thats normal as it’s our first time but even with that we plan to come back!

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for sharing this! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the ramen at Zen Ramen & Sushi near Penn Station and that Cania was able to help with your questions.<br><br>We appreciate the feedback about the upstairs temperature as well and will keep that in mind. We’re especially glad to hear you still plan to come back, and we look forward to seeing you again soon in Midtown Manhattan!

Marwa Alshami
a month ago

Zen Ramen & Sushi was such an amazing experience from start to finish. The food was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. The sushi was incredible, and everything tasted high quality and flavorful.<br><br>The service was honestly one of the best parts of the experience. My server was so kind, gentle, and patient with me while I was deciding what to order from the menu. I never felt rushed, and they made me feel very comfortable and welcomed.<br><br>I also loved that they offer a free one appetizer per table when spending over $35, plus a free matcha ice cream or drink, which made the experience even better. You can really tell they care about their customers and want people to leave happy.<br><br>I truly enjoyed my time here and will definitely come back again whenever I’m in the area. I highly recommend everyone visit at least once in their lifetime. Such a lovely spot with amazing food and wonderful hospitality!

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed your experience at Zen Ramen & Sushi near Penn Station from start to finish.<br><br>It means a lot to know the food felt fresh and high quality, and that our team made you feel comfortable and well taken care of. That’s exactly what we aim for. We’re also glad you enjoyed the specials and little extras during your visit!<br><br>We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you back again next time you’re in Midtown Manhattan!

Safal Gautam
a month ago

Really enjoyed our visit to Zen Ramen & Sushi! The food was delicious — everything came out fresh and full of flavor. The dishes were beautifully presented and tasted just as good as they looked. Would definitely come back and recommend it!

Response from the owner

We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed your visit to Zen Ramen & Sushi near Penn Station.<br><br>It’s great to know the food felt fresh, flavorful, and well presented. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon in Midtown Manhattan!

Tugart BrownLocal guide
a month ago

I ordered the three-roll lunch special at Zen Ramen and Sushi and had a great experience from start to finish. I went with the shrimp tempura roll and the eel roll, and chose the miso soup as my side. Everything was delicious and filling.<br><br>The service really stood out as well. The staff who greeted me were warm and welcoming, and my server, Cania, was excellent. She took the time to clearly explain how the lunch special worked and gave thoughtful recommendations based on my preference to avoid raw sushi. Her guidance made it easy to choose rolls I ended up really enjoying. She was exceptionally friendly and professional.<br><br>Overall, it was a great experience, and I would absolutely come back again.

Response from the owner

We’re so happy you enjoyed the three roll lunch special at Zen Ramen & Sushi near Penn Station, and that everything from the shrimp tempura roll, eel roll, and miso soup left you feeling full and satisfied.<br><br>We’re glad to hear Cania took great care of you and helped make your experience easier and more enjoyable! That kind of thoughtful service is exactly what we hope every guest receives.<br><br>It means a lot that you had a great experience from start to finish, and we’d truly love to welcome you back again soon in Midtown Manhattan!

Michele GrifLocal guide
a month ago

This was my first time having Ramen & I immensely enjoyed it!! The service was great and the food came quickly. The teas were really good, but I also ordered a long Island iced tea that was good as well. It wasn't overbearing. The Ramen was delicious and the chicken were nice & crispy. I would highly recommend coming here to eat.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed your first ramen experience with us, and that the food, service, and timing all hit the mark. Great to know you liked the teas, Long Island iced tea, and especially the ramen and crispy chicken <br><br>We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon!

Annastassia Riter
2 months ago

Good sushi. I got the Bonsai Tree Special Roll (that might be wrong idk if it said tree but it said Bonsai for sure lol) as well as the two roll and miso soup lunch deal. The miso soup was slightly sweet and had a deeper earthy taste than most other miso soup I’ve have and very little seaweed and tofu. I wouldn’t get the miso soup again. Hot green tea was good, not sure if it was complimentary or they forgot to add it. The spicy tuna and spicy salmon have some tempura flakes mixed in but not overpowering. You could taste the fish and seasoning well. The special roll was very tasty and fresh, would order again. Service was great, their bathrooms are clean and well functioning, and I like that it wasn’t too crowded during lunch. It’s a chill spot, didn’t get to try the ramen but maybe next time. Total on card was $38 it’s a bit cheaper with cash. Everyone has a fav sushi spot, this isn’t my fav but it’s pretty good and the price is not bad either.

Response from the owner

Thank you for the detailed review, Annastassia! We’re glad you enjoyed the Bonsai Roll, spicy tuna and salmon rolls, and our lunch deal. We appreciate your notes on the miso soup, and we’ll keep that in mind! It’s great to hear you liked the hot green tea, our service, clean bathrooms, and relaxed lunch atmosphere.<br><br>Next time, we’d love for you to try our ramen as well! Many guests say it’s the best ramen in Midtown! Thanks again for visiting Zen Ramen & Sushi, near Penn Station. We hope to see you back soon for another tasty and chill experience!

Vanessa FigueroaLocal guide
4 months ago

I always enjoying here for their lunch specials during the week. Everything is fresh and good serving size for the price. Today I passed by to dine in for the first time and it was a great experience as well. Friendly staff and our food came out fast too. I would recommend passing by when you can.

Jeremy SchablikLocal guide
4 months ago

Absolutely never fails to impress me. The ramen flavors are fresh and perfectly umami. The prices are incredibly modest, especially given its location - central to a lot. I might get on a weekend train just to get lunch or dinner here without any other reason to hit the city. Oh - and the sushi is just as good. Date night under $100 with a full belly from all courses is unreal.

A. CruzLocal guide
4 months ago

Walking around mid town looking for a decent ramen spot and found this gem. Reasonably priced, great selection of both sushi and ramen. They have the cheapest happy hour as well. A must try.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re glad you found us while exploring Midtown and enjoyed the ramen, sushi selection, and happy hour deals. Your kind words truly mean a lot and hope to see you again soon!

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