Tanaka Ramen brings the dream of a fresh, gourmet, and affordable Japanese Ramen Bar to our customers. Named after our skilled Japanese Ramen head chef who has traveled all over Japan to found the most delicious ramen recipes and inspired the restaurant’s creation, Tanaka Ramen seeks to serve delicious traditional flavors in a chic modern environment in Houston, Chicago, Atlanta, and Hawaii. Our goal is to let our customer have the most authentic delicious Japanese Ramen without going to Japan.
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Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya
… Tanaka Ramen seeks to serve delicious traditional flavors in a chic modern environment in Houston, Chicago, Atlanta, and Hawaii. Our goal is to let our …
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I am a creature of habit. Each time I am in the area, I always try to go back to what I know is good. I was talked into going to this joint and I was severely disappointed with all aspects of Tanaka Ramen. The service was absolutely horrendous. Both servers that were working should not be working in a restaurant. The servers did not know anything about the menu and when i asked for a vodka 7, and you get asked what is in a vodka 7, you know the dinner is not going to go well. The standard broth for ramen was really bland compared to what I am used to in the islands. We sat at the table with 8 people but all came at different times. I get my bill and there is 18% service charge already added to the bill. Server never told us about a standard 18% service charge. The server stated that they would only split check once. I would never have even paid 10% for the service we received. Then to add to this, they sat a couple of random people down next to us at the same table? NOPE! Never again.
… moreK K
Service was alright. Even on a slow day it took a few minutes to get my order in. Food came out fast and hot tho. The gyoza had an interesting flavor to it. Ramen was okay. Flavor didn’t stick to the noodles and broth wasn’t as spicy as I hoped. All in all, pretty underwhelming experience for the price you pay.
… moreLivingston Ferguson
Brought the family and a friend. Food is really delicious, full of flavor, and a great portion size. We all loved it and can’t wait to come back again. Highly recommend because the food is top tier.
… moreWesley Anzai
Our review of Tanaka ramen at the mililani Town center.
This location is right across the entrance of the theaters. Mililani Town center theaters.
The original ramen is the best. Please have some appetizers they are pretty good
Thank you Wes from mililani ❤️ January 2026
… moreHerman Bright
The food was delicious and the service was good. There was plenty of parking available. We were seated quickly.
… moreERL
Ever since we returned from Japan, we’ve been craving authentic Japanese ramen, but for one reason or another, we never had the chance to visit a ramen shop while we were there. So here we are, satisfying our cravings through Tanaka Ramen. From the great classic broth taste to the perfectly cooked noodles and tender chashu, every bowl feels like a taste of Japan. And to make the experience even better, their ika geso karaage is incredibly tasty—crispy, flavorful, and the perfect side to complete our meal.
… moreTammy Kurihara
My friend took me out for lunch today- she wanted me to try out a new place in Mililani called Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya. I loved it here. Nice drink selection as well as Japanese favorites. I chose the Beef Sukiyaki Don. Slow braised sukiyaki beef with onion, green onion, sesame seeds over hot rice. It also comes with a half seasoned egg but I don’t like eggs so I requested they omit it. It was delicious. Very savory taste, not too salty or sweet and very filling. My friend ordered The Spicy Creamy Vegan Ramen. Kale noodles in a vegan broth with bean sprouts, spinach, crispy onions, atsuage tofu, & green onions. Garlic Oil and Chili oil are also in the broth but she chose to omit it. She really loved her choice as well. Service was excellent, friendly staff and clean surroundings. Will definitely come again and highly recommend this nice new spot in Mililani (near the theaters) ☺️
… moreMyu F
Every dish we tried had so much flavor, and we definitely want to go back and try different menu .
We went on Monday, so there was no line. We could just walk in. It’s nice that there is a choice to sit outside or inside.
The price is decent. Some dishes were small portions for the izakaya pupu style.
Besides ramen, I highly recommend the sushi handrolls.
You pick 3 for the $16.
Hamachi has yuzu flavor… yum
Ahi and salmon poke with avocado…yum
Garlic fried rice is with bacon
Seafood dynamite was small portions but very tasty , I will order it again!
Calpico drink tasted like it was mixed with lemonade….interesting, my daughter didn’t care for it, though.
Service was very good, also we didn’t wait too long for the food…Monday night
Overall, everything tasted great to us.
We really enjoyed it here. First time trying tanakas. Definitely, we will be back.
… morePorshia H
Service here is basically non existent. Waiters couldn’t care less if you eat here or not. I tried this place twice and both times we waited about 15 minutes for a waiter to even acknowledge us. It’s the first time I’ve felt like a nuisance for just ordering at a restaurant. The meat in my husband’s ramen somehow came out cold as well. We will not be returning.
… moreMitchell Henke
Absolutely fantastic food. The classic tanaka ramen was top notch, and the fried calimari was delicious. The team was very ready to help us as soon as we walked in, and when we were ready to order, and even when we were ready to head out. Price was just over $40 for two, with an appetizer and no drinks.
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