"Ramen is unquestionably suited to Portland’s wet season weather, but the city’s superlative selection makes it worth seeking year-round. Kayo’s ramen menu ranges from traditional shoyu to more inventive variations like the Sichuan hot pot-inspired mala. Seasonal specialties include noodle salads and a Japanese-inflected tacos featuring ingredients like tantan-style ground pork, diced tofu, and chashu. Every ramen is available in a vegan format; guests can sit in Kayo’s bright, high-ceiling dining room or outside on its spacious front patio." - Nathan Williams, Eater Staff