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Purveyor of meat & vegetarian ramen soups & salads in a plant-accented space with wooden counters.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 122 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002
Phone: (646) 590-3276
Website: https://www.ramenishida.com/
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Reviews
Romy Engel
I’ve loved this ramen spot for years! Ramen is so yummy.
Small place with limited seating, a few vegan options! which is always amazing.
Although, It feels like there could be a little more of the toppings, and meat / tofu.
The wait might be long since there are not a lot of seats.
I recommend trying this place for the great flavor, the coziness and the service.
… moreSmall place with limited seating, a few vegan options! which is always amazing.
Although, It feels like there could be a little more of the toppings, and meat / tofu.
The wait might be long since there are not a lot of seats.
I recommend trying this place for the great flavor, the coziness and the service.
Millie Shi
Solid bowls in this hole in the wall. Got the New Tokyo and every component was great altogether a very satisfying and filling bowl. The chicken and pork pieces were cooked well, and I liked the thin noodles they used. Service was nice! Came at 12:15 when the first seating had already gone in and we only had to wait 20 minutes.
… moreChristian Morrison
Some of the best ramen I’ve ever had, feels extremely authentic. And the flavors are perfect. Noodles were perfect and broth were immaculate but not too heavy like tonkotsu can be sometimes.
Restaurant is very small, you’ll likely have to wait outside but the immediate area is interesting and fun to explore. Once you give your name at the counter it’ll be written in a notebook and you’ll be given a time, which usually goes fast because this is not a “sit around and chat” kind of joint. You come in, get your ramen and eat it quickly as soon as it comes out.
An excellent experience as a ramen lover and the people I brought with me ended up wanting to go back on their own.
… moreRestaurant is very small, you’ll likely have to wait outside but the immediate area is interesting and fun to explore. Once you give your name at the counter it’ll be written in a notebook and you’ll be given a time, which usually goes fast because this is not a “sit around and chat” kind of joint. You come in, get your ramen and eat it quickly as soon as it comes out.
An excellent experience as a ramen lover and the people I brought with me ended up wanting to go back on their own.
T Mae
I arrived around 7:30 pm on a weekday and was seated about 30 minutes later. The waitlist was well managed, so the wait felt smooth.
I ordered the New Tokyo Style Shoyu, which had a deeply satisfying flavor and tasty thin flour noodles. I also enjoyed having both chashu pork and chicken breast. The soup temperature was perfect. The truffle is a signature touch, but I think the ramen is great even without it—since you can control when to mix in the truffle paste, I’d suggest starting without it.
I also had the crab cream croquette. It was good, though not especially memorable.
… moreI ordered the New Tokyo Style Shoyu, which had a deeply satisfying flavor and tasty thin flour noodles. I also enjoyed having both chashu pork and chicken breast. The soup temperature was perfect. The truffle is a signature touch, but I think the ramen is great even without it—since you can control when to mix in the truffle paste, I’d suggest starting without it.
I also had the crab cream croquette. It was good, though not especially memorable.
Sixi Ma
I would recommend trying this place. The flavors are light and satisfying, leaving no heaviness afterward. Ramen is often oily and salty, but their chicken broth ramen feels gentle and balanced. It’s mild yet full of depth, a genuinely pleasant experience. Even if you have to wait around 30 minutes during peak hours, it’s worth it. Note that there’s no public restroom, and the shop is quite small with a 20 minute dining limit after your order arrives. They won’t rush you out, but it’s not really a place for lingering.
… moreC B
My bestie brought me here on my 3rd day of moving here. It was so cold out so she wanted to take me to her favorite ramen spot.
We arrived and got seated immediately, no wait time. We ordered the Crab Cream Croquet to share. It was so good! We then ordered the Umami Miso Ramen & the Spicy Mushroom Pork. Personally, I enjoyed the Umami more bc I loved the flavors. They were both delicious but my go-to there will definitely be the Umami Miso. I’ll come back to try it all though.
It got busy after being there for 30 mins – wait times increased. Service was quick. Enjoyed the ambiance and service. I definitely would recommend if you’re in the area.
… moreWe arrived and got seated immediately, no wait time. We ordered the Crab Cream Croquet to share. It was so good! We then ordered the Umami Miso Ramen & the Spicy Mushroom Pork. Personally, I enjoyed the Umami more bc I loved the flavors. They were both delicious but my go-to there will definitely be the Umami Miso. I’ll come back to try it all though.
It got busy after being there for 30 mins – wait times increased. Service was quick. Enjoyed the ambiance and service. I definitely would recommend if you’re in the area.
Detective Pikachu
Review: Ramen Ishida
Wow—this was phenomenal.
I ordered the shoyu ramen, and the broth is the star. It delivers that classic shoyu (light soy sauce) profile with a rich, aromatic depth, yet it’s never overpowering or overly salty. The balance is spot on—clean, comforting, and deeply satisfying. I’ve had tsukemen nearby, and while it’s good, the broth there leans too salty for my taste. Ishida absolutely nails the balance here.
The pork belly (chashu) deserves special recognition. This is some of the best pork belly I’ve had in ramen. Perfectly charred, it offers multiple layers of flavor—slightly fatty, incredibly tender, and explosively flavorful. As you bite into it, the flavors open up beautifully in your mouth. Compared to the pork at nearby tsukemen spots (not bad by any means), this one feels more authentic and refined.
The noodles and ingredients further elevate the bowl. Everything tastes authentic and intentional. The bamboo shoots have that slightly sour note, exactly how they’re supposed to be, adding brightness and contrast. Nothing overpowers anything else—every component complements the others perfectly.
Final verdict:
Everything works together in harmony. From broth to toppings to texture, this bowl is thoughtfully executed and deeply authentic.
Must try. Highly recommended.
… moreWow—this was phenomenal.
I ordered the shoyu ramen, and the broth is the star. It delivers that classic shoyu (light soy sauce) profile with a rich, aromatic depth, yet it’s never overpowering or overly salty. The balance is spot on—clean, comforting, and deeply satisfying. I’ve had tsukemen nearby, and while it’s good, the broth there leans too salty for my taste. Ishida absolutely nails the balance here.
The pork belly (chashu) deserves special recognition. This is some of the best pork belly I’ve had in ramen. Perfectly charred, it offers multiple layers of flavor—slightly fatty, incredibly tender, and explosively flavorful. As you bite into it, the flavors open up beautifully in your mouth. Compared to the pork at nearby tsukemen spots (not bad by any means), this one feels more authentic and refined.
The noodles and ingredients further elevate the bowl. Everything tastes authentic and intentional. The bamboo shoots have that slightly sour note, exactly how they’re supposed to be, adding brightness and contrast. Nothing overpowers anything else—every component complements the others perfectly.
Final verdict:
Everything works together in harmony. From broth to toppings to texture, this bowl is thoughtfully executed and deeply authentic.
Must try. Highly recommended.
Michael Chan
Likely the best representative bowl of shoyu ramen in the city. It might be off putting if you dislike truffle as the taste and scent is noticeable but not in the fake truffle oil way.
Very small space so seating is limited to like 4-5 total with a notice that it’s suggested you give up your seat 20min after receiving your order.
… moreVery small space so seating is limited to like 4-5 total with a notice that it’s suggested you give up your seat 20min after receiving your order.
Nick
I’d think a bit before deciding to go to this place. First off not a very good spot for dinner as it is super small. They will tell you to move seats just to accommodate other guests WHILE you’re in the middle of the meal. Everything felt rushed and the ramen was just okay. The noodles tasted exactly like angel hair pasta noodles vs typical ramen flour noodles. Broth was tasty but wasn’t the best ramen I’ve ever had.
… moreBetty Chen
Some of the best ramen I’ve ever had. I started with the sesame cucumber salad – delightful. Then I ordered the New Tokyo Style Shoyu – holy moly divine flavor. The noodles are high quality. Loved this ramen so much. Note: no bathroom available for customers, so prepare ahead. Staff are awesome. Highly recommend, efinitely returning
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