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A Bold Noodle Bar in the Heart of Excelsior Ramen, Dumplings, Cocktails & Vibes Slurp, sip, and snack your way through Shiki, above Parlour at 200 Water Street, Excelsior. Shiki (meaning “four seasons” in Japanese) is a cheeky, vibrant noodle bar where bold flavors meet playful energy. Whether you’re cozying up at the bar, grabbing a quick lunch to-go, or soaking in the Tokyo-inspired vibes with friends, the experience is designed to be all about fun, flavor, and flair. Limited reservations available for lunch and dinner. Walk-ins always welcome!
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Address: 200 Water St, Excelsior, MN 55331
Phone: (952) 232-1705
Website: https://www.shikinoods.com/
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Shiki Noodles & Dumplings (@shiki_noods) · Excelsior, MN
We are a 30 seat fast and fun noodle and dumpling restaurant on historic Water St in downtown Excelsior. Serving ramen, dumplings, cocktails & more!
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Elisabeth Dalki
WOW! I cannot get over how good Shiki is! Stopped in on a cold day for a warm meal and left craving more. The interior is cozy with a few tables and plenty of bar seating. It’s the perfect spot for a casual date night or lunch with friends or by yourself! I had their vegetable potstickers and the vegetarian miso ramen and both absolutely hit the spot. The dumplings had a nice crisp on the bottom and the filling was incredible. I cannot stop thinking about them, they were truly so delicious! The ramen was also beyond my expectations. The broth was flavorful and not overly salty and all of the ingredients came together so nicely. The flavors were outstanding! We also tried the green and peppermint tea which were delicious and high quality!
To top off an amazing food experience, our waitress Courtney was spectacular! She was so kind, helpful with the menu, and went above and beyond to help make our experience so positive.
You would absolutely be missing out if you don’t stop here while near Excelsior. Shiki is already doing so many things right and I can’t wait to see all that they continue to do with their menu!
… moreTo top off an amazing food experience, our waitress Courtney was spectacular! She was so kind, helpful with the menu, and went above and beyond to help make our experience so positive.
You would absolutely be missing out if you don’t stop here while near Excelsior. Shiki is already doing so many things right and I can’t wait to see all that they continue to do with their menu!
Marci Gorman
Yum! We shared the potstickers and the spicy cucumber salad for starters. I ordered the Sakura Collins cocktail which was so beautiful and refreshing that I ordered a second one when dinner was served. For our entree, we each had a different type of Ramen. So delicious!!! To top it all off, we had mochi ice cream for dessert. Super chill place to grab a bite to eat and you will leave feeling rejuvenated.
… moreMarkeda D.
Good service and lovely atmosphere. The drinks were delicious especially the pineapple margarita. I didn’t like the shrimp buns because they were a bit too sweet but the cold cucumbers were delicious and nicely balanced. The chicken ramen was good and the gyozas were so delicious. We utilized paid street parking and we did not have a reservation so we did have to sit at the bar.
… moreC. Marti
An updated review from 2 months ago when there was no gluten-free Ramen bowl option!
Oh my goodness! The GF ramen bowl has indeed made its way onto the menu, and it’s absolutely delightful! The flavors are simply fantastic. I’ve shared some pictures of our meals. The first picture on the left shows the GF bowl with added chicken, and the first picture on the right shows the pork belly bowl. The second picture shows the GF bowl, and the last picture shows chef Liem in action, creating culinary magic. Courtney, our gracious and fun host, was incredibly kind and eager to show us all that Shiki has to offer. She and Shiki’s Assistant General Manager were so welcoming and attentive. It was a perfect after-church Sunday lunch on a snowy and beautiful day in Minnesota. I can’t wait to return to this casual dining gem in Excelsior!
… moreOh my goodness! The GF ramen bowl has indeed made its way onto the menu, and it’s absolutely delightful! The flavors are simply fantastic. I’ve shared some pictures of our meals. The first picture on the left shows the GF bowl with added chicken, and the first picture on the right shows the pork belly bowl. The second picture shows the GF bowl, and the last picture shows chef Liem in action, creating culinary magic. Courtney, our gracious and fun host, was incredibly kind and eager to show us all that Shiki has to offer. She and Shiki’s Assistant General Manager were so welcoming and attentive. It was a perfect after-church Sunday lunch on a snowy and beautiful day in Minnesota. I can’t wait to return to this casual dining gem in Excelsior!
Kong Lee
Being a “ramen head,” i always rejoice when I hear a new ramen spot opened. Shiki Noods specializes in chintan or clear broths ramen, which is pretty rare in Minnesota. Only a few does it right too.
I had the Shoyu Ramen. Pork broth with dashi (a seaweed broth usually with fish that is used in many japanese dishes), seasoned with shoyu/soy (its a special seasoned soy, not just a basic soy), and wavy noodles. This shoyu ramen is legit. It reminds me of the old school Tokyo shoyu ramen in Japan. Nice, comforting, flavorful, and simple (you can taste the simple pork, dashi, and soy). If you ever wonder how old school Tokyo shoyu ramen tastes like in Japan, this bowl is a decent representation.
I also had their chicken meat ball skewers, and pan fried pork buns. Both were solid. U can tell they make the dumplings in house, which you gotta love (many spots use frozen).
What are the cons? Yes its pretty pricey. $20 for a shoyu bowl is definitely pricey, being that shoyu ramen is a humble and cheap food option in Japan. However, this isnt japan. Its America. With the tarrifs, inflation, and owning a brick and mortar in the suburbs, i cant imagine the costs. Being new, everything is not yet executed perfectly (noodles a bit overcooked, the pan friend pork bao batter was a bit under cooked). But i cant hate on that, they just opened. Staff is still learning and accustoming themselves.
If youre in the area and want a taste of japan, definitely check them out. Is this spot worth driving far out for? If ur a fan of Asian and Japanese food, sure. Overall, I love the growth of ramen in MN, and again this spot serves a legit shoyu ramen. The place is nice and the staff did a great job.
… moreI had the Shoyu Ramen. Pork broth with dashi (a seaweed broth usually with fish that is used in many japanese dishes), seasoned with shoyu/soy (its a special seasoned soy, not just a basic soy), and wavy noodles. This shoyu ramen is legit. It reminds me of the old school Tokyo shoyu ramen in Japan. Nice, comforting, flavorful, and simple (you can taste the simple pork, dashi, and soy). If you ever wonder how old school Tokyo shoyu ramen tastes like in Japan, this bowl is a decent representation.
I also had their chicken meat ball skewers, and pan fried pork buns. Both were solid. U can tell they make the dumplings in house, which you gotta love (many spots use frozen).
What are the cons? Yes its pretty pricey. $20 for a shoyu bowl is definitely pricey, being that shoyu ramen is a humble and cheap food option in Japan. However, this isnt japan. Its America. With the tarrifs, inflation, and owning a brick and mortar in the suburbs, i cant imagine the costs. Being new, everything is not yet executed perfectly (noodles a bit overcooked, the pan friend pork bao batter was a bit under cooked). But i cant hate on that, they just opened. Staff is still learning and accustoming themselves.
If youre in the area and want a taste of japan, definitely check them out. Is this spot worth driving far out for? If ur a fan of Asian and Japanese food, sure. Overall, I love the growth of ramen in MN, and again this spot serves a legit shoyu ramen. The place is nice and the staff did a great job.
Charles Gustavson
For those seeking an authentic ramen experience that far transcends standard grocery store offerings, this establishment is a must-visit. The ingredients are remarkably fresh, complemented by a truly exceptional kimchi.
Our service was impeccable; Courtney was a complete delight, ensuring our needs were met with proactive attention and providing excellent menu recommendations.
Furthermore, the pricing is surprisingly accessible. I highly recommend securing a window seat to enjoy the local street life as it meanders past—and, as unusual as it sounds, a visit to the restroom is an absolute necessity. Trust me on that one!
… moreOur service was impeccable; Courtney was a complete delight, ensuring our needs were met with proactive attention and providing excellent menu recommendations.
Furthermore, the pricing is surprisingly accessible. I highly recommend securing a window seat to enjoy the local street life as it meanders past—and, as unusual as it sounds, a visit to the restroom is an absolute necessity. Trust me on that one!
Caitlin Handlos
Service rating is tough- we walked in and were seated at the bar, with 5 staff behind the bar we had to ask who our server was. The server was with the manager… however after that conversation was finished she was great. Bummer the 5 other staff couldn’t back her up.
The manager clearly was struggling to get the operation organized making the staff seemed stressed and disorganized.
Also we arrived an hour before close and they were already obviously preparing for close. Including closing out our tab before we got food… so so so much more to this experience…
Vibe- it is cute! Behind the bar is hectic. I wouldn’t come with more than 2-3 people.
Food- both the chicken ramen and kimchi ramen tasted the same, it was cold and the noodles weren’t cooked. The potstickers as you see dripped oil. Actually YUCK
I’ll come back after a few more months of business… note there’s at least 8 people working for a very small place. I’m leaving STRESSED OUT for how much money they probably lost. lol… thank you Culver’s.
Good luck!
… moreThe manager clearly was struggling to get the operation organized making the staff seemed stressed and disorganized.
Also we arrived an hour before close and they were already obviously preparing for close. Including closing out our tab before we got food… so so so much more to this experience…
Vibe- it is cute! Behind the bar is hectic. I wouldn’t come with more than 2-3 people.
Food- both the chicken ramen and kimchi ramen tasted the same, it was cold and the noodles weren’t cooked. The potstickers as you see dripped oil. Actually YUCK
I’ll come back after a few more months of business… note there’s at least 8 people working for a very small place. I’m leaving STRESSED OUT for how much money they probably lost. lol… thank you Culver’s.
Good luck!
Jessica Walker
I love the atmosphere it is bright and welcoming, and the mural is absolutely gorgeous! For food we tried Edamame with the yuzu salt, a different twist on an appetizer I love. The cucumber salad was light and bursting with flavors. We then tried the Shrimp and Pork Dumplings, which were so tasty with or without the sauce. The BBQ pork buns were so soft on the outside and delicious savory goodness on the inside! We finished up with the Kimchi Ramen, which was absolutely delicious, and got better as we ate it. The kimchi is probably one of the best I have ever tried, and the pork was so delicious! Over all I would highly recommend this awesome new restaurant in Excelsior for a highly unique twist on Asian cuisine.
… moreNathan Mortensen
Broth was flavorless and toppings were extremely skimpy. We also ordered extra broth and that wasn’t included in our order. The chicken was bone dry and tasted like a dry brick. Also ordered the chilled cucumber salad and there was no chili oil and cucumbers super soggy, no crunch. Really was looking forward to having a good ramen place out in the west burbs but unfortunately this isn’t it ☹️
… moreMr John
Shiku in Excelsior, MN: A Steamy Love Letter to Ramen and Dumplings
If you’ve ever dreamt of slurping rich, umami-laden ramen while basking in the sun like a pampered housecat—Shiku in Excelsior is your spot.
Let’s start with the apps: the pan-fried bao and shrimp steam buns were straight-up killer. Like, do I have to share this with my kids? level good. (Spoiler: I didn’t.) The pork potstickers had that ideal crisp-to-chewy ratio that could start a TED Talk. And the dipping sauce? So good I thought about drinking it. I didn’t. But I definitely thought about it.
The ramen was solid—comforting, flavorful, and it just hits right. The broth’s got that deep, savory thing going on, the noodles are springy like they’ve got something to prove, and the soft-boiled egg? Absolute jammy perfection. Add tofu or chicken and it’s a whole meal that’ll hug your insides.
Pro tip for future customers: grab that soy sauce and sriracha on the counter. A few extra drops of salty heat and boom—next level.
The vibe inside Shiku is cozy-cool. Giant windows for prime people-watching, fun murals on the wall (anime-meets-floral-goddess energy), and a bar setup that invites you to linger. Whether you’re solo, with the fam, or out with friends, it’s got the right energy.
Also, shoutout to the drink game. Ramune and Diet Coke on the table like they’re old pals? Love to see it.
The kids loved it, adults left full and happy, and we’re already planning to come back. If you’re in Excelsior and don’t hit Shiku, honestly—what are you even doing?
Get the dumplings. Get the ramen. Use the sauces. Trust me on this one ☝️
… moreIf you’ve ever dreamt of slurping rich, umami-laden ramen while basking in the sun like a pampered housecat—Shiku in Excelsior is your spot.
Let’s start with the apps: the pan-fried bao and shrimp steam buns were straight-up killer. Like, do I have to share this with my kids? level good. (Spoiler: I didn’t.) The pork potstickers had that ideal crisp-to-chewy ratio that could start a TED Talk. And the dipping sauce? So good I thought about drinking it. I didn’t. But I definitely thought about it.
The ramen was solid—comforting, flavorful, and it just hits right. The broth’s got that deep, savory thing going on, the noodles are springy like they’ve got something to prove, and the soft-boiled egg? Absolute jammy perfection. Add tofu or chicken and it’s a whole meal that’ll hug your insides.
Pro tip for future customers: grab that soy sauce and sriracha on the counter. A few extra drops of salty heat and boom—next level.
The vibe inside Shiku is cozy-cool. Giant windows for prime people-watching, fun murals on the wall (anime-meets-floral-goddess energy), and a bar setup that invites you to linger. Whether you’re solo, with the fam, or out with friends, it’s got the right energy.
Also, shoutout to the drink game. Ramune and Diet Coke on the table like they’re old pals? Love to see it.
The kids loved it, adults left full and happy, and we’re already planning to come back. If you’re in Excelsior and don’t hit Shiku, honestly—what are you even doing?
Get the dumplings. Get the ramen. Use the sauces. Trust me on this one ☝️