Golden Pork Tonkotsu Ramen Bar

I was so happy to see vegan ramen on the menu. The ramen is delicious and the desserts are amazing. I had a warabi mochi matcha tiramisu with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream which was one of the best desserts I've ever had, mmmmmmmm.

The first meal I wanted after landing in Honolulu was a great bowl of ramen and Golden Pork delivered! I ordered the Black Garlic Tsukemen which was savory and rich. My wife ordered the original Tonkotsu ramen and the broth was porky and satisfying. The Grilled Mackerel appetizer was also delicious. Overall I walked out of this place full and happy.

We had the spicy miso ramen , black garlic ramen and tsukemen along with a side of gyoza

We came here twice during our 10 day trip in Hawaii. Delicious ramen / tsukemen - the thick noodles are the perfect soft and chewy. Price is reasonable especially during happy hour. And friendly staff. Also recommend the mackerel. There may be a line so get here early. Definitely worth it to uber from Waikiki.

Golden Pork Ramen is hands down one of the best spots in Oahu for an authentic yet affordable Japanese ramen experience. I tried all three of their signature ramen, and each one was amazing! My personal favorite was the Black Garlic Ramen—the rich, deep flavor and perfectly cooked noodles made it unforgettable. The service is great, and the atmosphere is cozy, making it a must-visit for ramen lovers. Plus, if you’re a regular, don’t forget to ask for their reward stamp card—10 visits earn you a free bowl of ramen! Highly recommend this spot for anyone craving quality ramen in Honolulu.

Great Ramen. A little intimidating for a newbie. Stick with the traditional and all will be well. My wife had the a la carte version with the thicker noodles but she would have preferred the thinner ones. The Black Garlic was VERY garlicky. I like it but it was too much for my wife. Friendly service. It was great that they had parking. Definitely off the beaten path and feels like a place that locals go to eat vs tourists which was a plus for me.

The neighborhood surrounding the restaurant is a little rough, and the outside seems a little off, however once you walk into the door, all that went away. The venue is cozy, will decorated and welcoming. We ordered during happy hour which is from 11:30-12:30, and for the price vs value this is the best ramen I've had for a long time. The staff was also super friendly and efficient. I highly recommend black garlic ramen and the karage. Would definitely return here on my next Hawaii trip.

Coming here for a bowl of ramen was a highlight of my week! The mackerel is delicious and the dipping (tsukemen) ramen is my favorite! The service is great — was seated right away and was well attended by the staff.

The service can be a little slow, but the food quality makes up for it. Wow this ramen is exactly like Japan. The Hakata Style ramen was exactly what we were looking for. The charshu bowl and cucumber appetizer was so delicious as well. Highly recommend this ramen spot.

Went on Christmas Day night. Surprisingly crowded. But wait was pretty short. 4 adults and baby. Salad so good...always my fave. Unfortunately no Agedashi Tako anymore...that was so good. So just ordered char siu. It took forever...think they actually for forgot about it. No biggie except that we had to get baby home, and we were tired after a long day. It did come and was tasty, but just got it to go and ate later when i had more time.

tried a few things here and overall everything was pretty good, but nothing really stood out. I came for the dinner special, which was decent, but the ramen itself was just okay. The broth wasn't as rich or deep as you'd expect from a tonkotsu -- it felt a little thin for the price point. What surprised me is they ask if you want extra noodles, but honestly that's because they barely give enough to begin with. For how much you're paying, you'd expect a fuller bowl without needing to add more. Not a bad spot by any means, but for ramen, I've had better on the island.

Tsukemen was packed with flavor but Don't sleep on the sides! Limited parking other than street parking

The ramen is excellent and we tried a bunch of other things as well. They also have rice bowls, vegan ramen options, combo sets, and alcoholic drinks, making the menu versatile. We ordered Golden Pork Classic, Black Garlic Original with seasoned eggs, Spicy Red Miso Dragon, Tsukemen, gyoza, karaage, shishito peppers, fries, kimchi egg, spicy mayo egg. The photo of the fries on the menu shows crinkle-cut, but they weren't crinkle-cut when we visited and are on the pricier side. Not a dealbreaker, just a heads-up. I would not get the Kim chi next time, it was a fast and easy pass for me and I love Kim chi! Service was quick even though it was packed. Very tasteful decor, inside is clean and cozy. One bathroom stall. Parking is limited: street parking or a very small lot in the back. If you're craving a bowl of rich ramen this place will have you leaving happy.

This place had perfectly cooked noodles and egg, well seasoned broth, friendly staff. Food came out fast and so glad we got here before a line.

Delicious dipping ramen! It's hard to find good dipping ramen, and this place truly delivers. This is my second visit and it has never disappointed. The restaurant is clean and spacious, the service is quick, and the staff are all very friendly.

My cousin who I used to work with moved to the east coast and just recently came back to the islands for a visit. She wanted to get together with another colleague and when asked what she was craving for, ramen was mentioned. Suggested to them Golden Pork Tonkotsu Ramen Bar (GP) which they both agreed. This is a biz that's been on my radar for quite some time now. Located on S King Street, not too far from Keeaumoku with neighbors of popular Sushi Que, GP has been in business for over 10 years offering the milky white, deep and rich pork bone broth ramen that hails from Fukuoka. Dang! Cannot believe I waited so long to try this joint out. I guess because I'm a creature of habit and tend to patronize a rotation of restaurants that's family approved. I was advised there's a small private lot behind and with my lucky stars, a car was just about to pull out as I entered. It was a little challenging waiting for the car to exit and then have me back into the stall. We arrived shortly before 630pm, and a table was just about to leave so our wait time was minimal before we were seated. There's a waiting list at the hostess stand where we witnessed groups of people had their names added as they arrived. While checking out their limited menu, I saw their HH specials that's from 5pm - 630pm. I looked at my phone and it was now 627pm. The Chinese in me wanted to take advantage of the specials after quickly discussing with dining mates, we flagged down one of the staff and put in our HH orders. Our ramen was ordered after and we used the waiting time catching up with each other. Once the food arrived, we snapped some photos, and it was finally time to dig in. THE VERDICT: Overall, I found the food pretty good. The HH specials were delicious, made to order and a great deal. Loved the gyoza - ordered 2 and they came separately with a waiting gap in between. Worked out well as it was eaten hot and fresh without having it get cold on our table. The karaage was juicy and flavorful. Served with Japanese mayo, shredded cabbage and lemon wedge. The spicy cucumber was surprisingly delicious. It had a great crunch, and the crispy garlic chili oil served on top was divine. These sides are highly recommended. We all order bowls of ramen and we each ordered different ones. I opted for the Spicy Red Miso Dragon with egg. The broth was delicious and although I went with mild, the lowest of the 3 spice levels, it was a kick that woke up my palate. It was indeed spicy but manageable to my palate. The egg was executed perfectly - - jammy yolk that I enjoy a lot. We all asked for thicker noodles for a $2 surcharge, as recommended by my colleague who has been to GP before. It had great texture and crew. I kinda thought the noodle portion was on the smaller size but my colleague mentioned to can add extra noodles for another surcharge. Service was above average. Staff came to our table periodically to check up on us and even refilled our water pitcher and brought containers for our HH leftovers. We didn't stay that long but noticed the restaurant is quite lively with many conversations going on for a lively atmosphere. Overall, a great first experience and looking forward to a repeat visit. Next time I'd like to try their popular Golden Pork Classic and sample other offerings in their HH menu. 2025 #50

Came for dinner and saw they had mazesoba on their specials menu. It's hard to find here! Basically a brothless ramen, much tastier than that sounds. You can order theirs mild or hot, which I ordered hot. Let me tell you, that buggah was spicy! Not for the faint of heat. That was so good! It needs to be on the regular menu! Also wish I came during HH, but it was the weekend. Oh well. I would've had some happy appy's to go with.

I come here when I crave ramen and it is 5 stars all around, for ambiance, service, price and most importantly, delicious food. The ramen is out of this world perfect. So tasty, yet not too fatty/oily. This time I tried their spicy cucumber and OMG it was incredible. The fried garlic topping adds an extra dimension to it and was so crispy and yummy. My husband and I devoured it. If you haven't tried this spot you need to!!! It'll transport you to Japan!

It's been a few years since I was last here, but the ramen is still as good as I remember it. The only thing I would ding them on is that sometimes parking is tough around the restaurant. There's a tiny lot in the back for maybe 4 cars. Today I lucked out and was able to park there. Other than that, you'll need to look for street parking. I put my name on the wait list and had about a 10 minute wait until a counter spot opened up. If you needed a reminder of where you are, there are tons of little pig figures scattered around. Most are painted in some way. Ordered the Golden Pork Classic Tonkotsu Ramen with an added Seasoned egg. Plus a side order of Gyoza. The Gyoza was juicy and tasty. Then came the main dish, their classic Tonkotsu Ramen. The thin Hakata style noodles were perfectly cooked and had a great chew. The broth was rich and delicious and accompanied by some wood ear mushroom, green onion, and a piece of nori. The seasoned egg was cooked like I prefer with a runny yolk. I cleaned that bowl. 5 stars recommendation.

Good atmosphere and the menu is quite diverse for a ramen shop. I ordered the classic tonkotsu ramen and the broth was so amazing. I did read a review saying that their meat was getting thinner and sadly that is true. The tonkotsu was pretty thin and there were only two slices. However in my opinion, the broth and noodles make up for it. It's nice how you can customize the noodles. Staff were friendly. Nice place!

Luckily, this restaurant has a small parking lot in the back, and even though it looked crowded when we arrived, we were seated right away. The interior instantly reminded me of Japan with its cute decorations and self-serve water station. We ordered the black garlic tsukemen and the spicy red tsukemen, and both were incredibly flavorful in their own unique ways. Rich broths, great depth, and noodles with the perfect bite. Overall, a smooth experience from start to finish, and we'll definitely be coming back!

The service was great. Originally we were seated on a bigger table but because we moved, they thanked us with some ice cream. Very nice of them. I really liked their black garlic ramen, not too salty and had the right amount of garlic so it's not overwhelming. Overall I would recommend coming here, although the space is on the smaller side and you'd have to street park.

5 stars because it's one of few ramen shops my family of four agrees on. The ramen is consistently good. It comes out super hot (not always the case with some ramen places). They have a point care system which is nice. Parking is a bit tough. Find parking on the street a bit away and walk. It's usually cool in the restaurant and place is clean.

Went here on a rainy day and was not disappointed. Throughout all my three visits, they've had consistent great serving and amazing food. I can't complain!

My first review for Golden Pork was in 2016 and I am happy to report that after nine years, I still love this place! I will never say no if a friend suggests coming here for ramen haha. Golden Pork is celebrating its 10th year anniversary today, tomorrow, and Thursday (3/25-3/27) with great deals! You get 3 stamps per ramen or tsukemen (dine-in only) and a coupon for free gyoza, 99 cents beer or free soft drink (use by 5/31) per group. In addition, each day also has a special deal. Today's was free extra noodles (half order) per ramen or tsukemen. See photo for the other deals. I got their spicy red tsukemen, level 1 and an order of gyoza. The tsukemen is so excellent here. You can decide how first you want the noodles and don't forget to ask for dashi to add to your tsukemen broth after you finish dipping all your noodles! The gyoza was fantastic too. Happy 10th anniversary, Golden Pork! I wish you many more decades of success!

One of my favorite spots in Honolulu for ramen. I've tried all three ramen flavors, and the black garlic is definitely my recommendation. The appetizers are fantastic too, and their happy hour prices are really good. I've come here a few times during happy hour just to order a ton of appetizers when they're cheaper. The gyoza is great, as well as the karaage--you get a large serving, and it's piping hot. The cucumber is also one of my favorites, and the fries were surprisingly delicious and super crispy. The servers are very attentive and the food comes out quickly. The restaurant itself is small, but there is plenty of seating if you don't mind the counter in the center. It can get pretty lively, so be ready for it to be a little loud if it's busy. There is a small parking lot behind the restaurant, but it's a tight fit to get back there and there are only about 7 spots, so if you have a large car or it's already very busy, it's probably easier and less stressful to just find street parking, which is typically plentiful, though you may not find a spot right outside.

Great Happy Hour at this small cozy Ramen spot. The staff is super attentive and the food is served almost as soon as you hand the menus back to them. Try the Black Garlic Ramen and a pro tip- order extra serving of noodles for a couple bucks more

Loveee their noodles and the spicy ramen is super good. Definitely one of my top ramen places in Honolulu. My only complaint is the portion is so teenyyy. You definitely need to add more noodles. Normally I can barely finish a standard bowl of ramen, but this one I devoured so quick. Parking is hard to find it's a tinyyyy entry way right before the restaurant - the sign should be bigger. Stalls are super limited and tight. Someone parked their white van next to my car and pushed my side mirror in lmao. Odd!

Tucked away across from Tipsy Pig II, Golden Pork is a modest eatery that punches above its weight. While it might not have the most glamorous exterior, it does offer delicious and affordable dining experience. I stumbled upon this place while searching for a warm bowl of ramen to eat on a gloomy Hawaii Day. Lucky for me, I arrived just in time to take advantage of their happy hour menu. The spicy cucumber, a delightful blend of chili oil and garlic chips, was a standout. The gyoza, though simple, were also quite satisfying. For my main course, I opted for the creamy vegan ramen. It was a perfect balance of flavors, with green onions, mushrooms, and tofu adding a hearty touch. While the portion size was just right, the real challenge lies in finding parking. The limited spaces behind the restaurant can be a bit of a hassle. The maximum amount of cars they could probably fit is 7 vehicles. Unfortunately, If the car lot is full, the only way out is by reversing back out to the road with cars passing. Despite this minor inconvenience, Golden Pork is definitely worth a visit. Its delicious food and affordable prices make it a hidden gem in the area. Service was also great! I came in on Halloween and at the end of my meal, the server gave me a chocolate chip cookie and wafer as a Halloween treat!

Came here for lunch. There is a small parking lot in the back. I wanted tsukemen so I ordered that. You can make an entree a combo for a few bucks. I added two pieces of chicken karaage and a small salad. The chicken karaage was fantastic. While I enjoyed my noodles, I thought my wife's order of the golden pork classic tonkatsu ramen was better. I would order that if I came back.

WE LOVE THEIR HAPPY HOUR! The pork buns are my favorite. So many yummy things to choose from. Always have to get the scallops (not part of happy hour). Friendly quick service with oishii food and nice cold beer! Ramen of course is good too. We always leave happy!

6/6/25 Been dining here forever Classic Ramen good as always Ask for Chili Flakes on the side so you can bump up the Heat! Draft Beer is served in a chilled mug... Hard to have just one I gotta say They have great fast efficient n friendly customer service Given some Support

After reading the history and the reviews we really wanted to try this place. I found it average. The broth was pork but it didn't have any depth. The noodles were aldenti but that was it. The home made gyoza was high in ginger taste and cooked perfectly but it was not amazing. The mochiko chicken or chicken karaage (can't remember what it is called here) was yummy but nothing would have to come back to have. I rated it average. See my photos.

Delicious ramen and gyoza! The parking lot is very tight--it can be a nightmare to get out if it's already full, especially if another car is also behind you (we were the "other car" in this case). We were able to find free street parking just around the corner next to the auto-spa. When you arrive, I recommend signing in on the sign in sheet in front and then waiting outside (but still in view), even if it's just yourself or two people and there are empty tables. The wait staff tend to be quite busy and this helps ensure you keep your place in line, even as other parties arrive. The menu has some interesting/unique choices but we decided to stick to something familiar since this was our first time here. We each got gyoza and black garlic ramen. Ramen comes with thin style noodles but they can use thicker style noodles upon request. The food came out quickly. The gyoza was delicious, though my husband's gyoza was definitely more crisp on the bottom than mine). Ramen was also delicious! Filling and not too much food. Sometimes at ramen places, the serving sizes are so huge and since ramen doesn't keep well as leftovers, I feel bad for wasting food. This serving size was perfect! There is also chili oil on the table in case you want a little spice to your broth, though it's very flavorful on its own. Service was attentive, despite the busy lunch crowd. From other reviews, it seems like they have a punch card but we weren't asked for one or offered one. Sounds like they have a great happy hour though!

Combo A, spicy miso ramen with chashu bun and cabbage salad. Cabbage salad is 5 small leaves, corn, thousand island I think and something I thought was daikon shavings beneath it all. The chashu bun was good: thick piece of pork, some white sauce and a cucumber I think? Spicy miso ramen level 2: level 2 is a good spicy for me, 2 slim slices chashu was tender good, minced pork that I don't really like in my ramen, green onion, seaweed, wood ear mushroom, slim noodles were a good thickness I enjoy. Next time I should add the egg and thick noodles.

Going with a family of 6 we got to try a lot of different dishes! Parking: located on a busy street, we parked on the opposite side on the street. I am not sure if there is parking specific to the restaurant. The gyoza was pan fried beautifully and had a nice crunch to them. The black garlic ramen was my favorite out of the dishes we ordered. The tonkatsu was tender and not too thick. The noodles were chewy and fresh. We especially knew they were fresh because when we ordered extra, the waiter told us it would take 7 mins to come out. My favorite topping would probably have to be the chopped wood ear! I wish more places offered it. The tsukemen could have been good but we may gotten the wrong flavor for our taste. It was spicy and a bit sour. But the noodles were so yummy! They were a thicker noodle than the ramen noodle and just as chewy and delicious.

One of my favorite ramen spots! I love a good tonkatsu ramen and Golden Pork's one does not disappointment. The noodles are a good texture, char siu is soft and tender and the rest of the toppings tie it all together. My friend and I also shared gyoza and the fried chicken. Both were tasty and hit the spot with the ramen. Service was nice and quick. The food came out pretty fast. Try to make sure to come here early because the place can fill up quickly. Parking is a bit tough because it's a tiny lot in the back but there seems to be a lot of street parking around. Definitely come here to get your ramen fix! There are a lot of options, including tsukemen ramen and rice bowls! Something for everyone :)

By far this is our family's favorite ramen bar in Waikiki. We tried a few popular ones around town throughout the years and are glad to find this spot. Parking is a little tricky. It does have limited parking lot at the back alley, but very tight and fits only 6 cars max (shared with other stores in the strip). I suspect most people just do street parking. The noodle is perfect and so does the soup. We just like everything we ate at this place.

My favorite is the classic golden pork ramen. The thin noodles really complement the delicate slices of chashu pork and soak up the flavor of the tonkotsu broth. They also offer half-size portions of ramen for those who have a smaller appetite.

We came here on a Saturday night and it was pretty packed! There was a bit of a wait when we came, but the line moved pretty fast. Service was a bit slow, since they only had very little staff. We tried their black garlic tsukemen and spicy ramen. The spicy ramen was pretty average, but their black garlic tsukemen was really good! The broth was really tasty. The size can be a bit small and they don't give you a bunch of meat, so definitely order an appetizer if you want to be full. Definitely try out their black garlic ramen or tsukemen if you ever visit!

Golden Pork Ton-Kotsu Ramen Bar Overall: ***** Highly Recommended ***** Food: ***** Value: **** Menu: **** Ambiance: *** Service: **** Parking: *** 6 stalls or street meters At a networking event, a bunch of us were discussing who had the best Ramen and John recommended Golden Pork Ton-Kotsu Ramen Bar, specifically the Black Garlic Original Ton-kotsu ramen I tried it and it was delicious! It is now one of my top 2 ramens, along with Kamitoku's Beefy Wild. This is a winner, if you like the rich pork broths. If you prefer the healthier and lighter shoyu broths, you may have to look elsewhere. The Golden Pork Bun was also a winner! Tender, delicious and freshly made. I was surprise to see that they have a good selection of Japanese dishes and alcohol beverages. I will definitely be going back for Izakaya dishes and drinks. RATINGS & RECOMMENDED ORDER: Golden Pork Bun = A Black Garlic Original Ton-kotsu Ramen = A Golden Pork Classic Ramen = A House Made Gyoza = B Yelp: https://yelp.to/ve6TRCCR29 GOOGLE: https://maps.app.goo.gl/G3zLd37vu1VWnhba9?g_st=ic YELP: Milton K Sorry! They allow only one 12 second video & the remaining to 3 seconds, with maximum of 10 pictures/videos. The full video and pictures of the entire menu can be found on other platforms/apps: MiltonIn808 RATINGS KEY: A = Really Good - one of the best B = Good - would order again C = ok - similar, nothing special D = Not very good - wouldn't order F = Terrible - avoid

My friend recommended this ramen spot and I'm glad that I had the chance to come here. I will come back here every time I'm back in Hawaii now! :) List of the dishes that we ordered were: - Black Garlic Tsukemen (soup on the side) highly recommend. The noodles are thicker than the regular ramen, but their sauce & soup on the side is on point, very savory. - Golden Pork Classic: one of the popular one, my 6 year old daughter love this, we ordered the soup in for her and would recommend! - Golden Pork Buns: if you like fatty pork, this is for you. Similar to the one you get at Ippudo Ramen. I didn't really like it here as much. - Grilled Char Siu: minor spice, I enjoyed this for appetizer - Spicy Miso Tonkotsu: my husband did not enjoy it as much, it was bland. We parked in the front, but there is additional parking in the back if you need! Good service and simple spot to be having lunch or dinner.

Finally had all of us eat here tonight. There is street parking, or a small parking lot right before the restaurant. We will drive around to look for parking because that's how good the noodles are here. The resto is small and quaint but worth waiting for! Hands down the best garlic noodles!

A little hole in the wall ramen restaurant, parking is on the street, they don't do reservations but I totally enjoy dining at this restaurant! The food is awesome, the broth for the ramens are just the way I like it. The servers are really nice and attentive with making sure we had water and asked if we needed anything. My other half enjoys these boiled eggs with different sauces on it, delicious! If you're looking for a good ramen spot, this is it!

Favorite ramen spot in Oahu! Friendly staff, great service, and delicious food. Sub for the thick noodles, you won't regret it! Second time visiting when coming to the islands, will definitely come back

Quick to get a table on a Saturday evening! Parking lot is small so be prepared to look around, but they do have parking available for customers. Small location but cook bar center with tables surrounding concept. Ramen was decent, nothing special. Tried their classic and felt that it got the job done with a good broth, but needed some extra additives to make it something worth mentioning.

The food was really delicious! I can be pretty picky about getting good ramen but this place was just incredible. The interior design is also very nice and combined with the service it makes for a comfortable dining experience.

I love a good golden pork experience. Went with a few friends on a late Thursday. It was pretty empty, parking was available and it was quick service. Golden pork is usually a go to for tsukemen and they have not disappointed yet. The vibes were chill and the place was not loud which was perfect.

One of the top 3 ramen shops on island. Gyoza is hand made and juicy on the inside. Their tsukemen is the best with a semi-thick condensed broth. Tsujita tsukemen in Waikiki was #1 before they went out of business.

I love hole in the wall King St restaurants like Golden Pork! The food here was really good and the prices were extremely reasonable. I came here on Friday night around 7pm to dine in. The parking here isn't the best, but we got lucky. There's a driveway before the restaurant that leads to their parking lot, which probably had around seven stalls. I thought it would be busy on a Friday night, but to my surprise, there were still two stalls available! They do not take reservations, so when we arrived, we put our name down on their waiting list. It's a pretty small restaurant with both regular table and bar seating. Luckily, a party was finishing up, so we waited less than ten minutes for a table. I got the golden pork ramen. The best thing about this was the thinly sliced pork. It was so flavorful and a great texture that wasn't too fatty or dry. The noodles were also a good texture and the broth was flavorful. I tried some of my friend's sukiyaki bowl and cucumbers. For dessert, I got the fried bun ice cream. The bun was crispy like a malasada with ice cream sprinkled with kinako. It definitely hit the spot! Our waiter was friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend people try Golden Pork! The prices are so reasonable for the quality/amount of food you can get.

Why didn't I come here before?! Golden pork is located on south king street. We went on a Friday at 630 and got lucky with street parking in front. We also just missed happy hour that ends at 6:30, m-f! Anyway, I ordered the black garlic original which was soo tasty! I loved the broth and it was not too salty. I enjoyed every bite. The nori is also slightly thicker than usual which I appreciated. The golden pork buns were really tasty as well. There's a wasabi mayo sauce inside that's not too spicy but adds a lot of flavor. Gyoza was also very delicious! It has some peanut flavor to it, maybe oil?? Anyway it was crispy on the bottom even after sitting there for 10 minutes or more. Original broth was also creamy but a little too salty to drink. Overall, I will definitely come back and get the black garlic and gyoza again!

A real hidden gem in Honolulu when it comes to Ramen. Things to consider: - Parking is very limited. There is parking behind the building via a small alleyway. However, not SUV friendly. - Street parking will be your best bet. Overall, the experience, vibes, and food were really great. My party had ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen, Charsiu Rice Bowl, and Karaage. The Ramen: - Broth was super tasty with a good amount of pork. - Serving size was good for the price. The Rice Bowl: - pork was plenty and very flavorful. - small pieces but they melt in your mouth - all on top of a bed of white rice with nori Total came out to under $40 for a table of 2. Highly recommended when in the area for some solid ramen!

I have been aware of this location for a while ever since they've opened but never got the chance to come by, so when on a random night my mother mentioned that she was craving for a bowl of ramen I recommended to try something new and just happened to walk by this location. The establishment is on a smaller scale, and it seems like it can only comfortably accommodate parties up to 5 people each. The overall service of the restaurant feels more leaning on the self service side, once we got into the restaurant and stated it was for two, we were sat and handed menus and a big jug of water. There are paper cups on the table for you to do yourself and also chopsticks for you to grab as well. We ordered the: - Golden Pork Original Ramen: My mother ordered this and she said it was very flavorful and delicious. The only thing she noted was that it was quite fatty and heavy with the Tonkotsu broth (as expected). She mentioned that she doesn't eat much so the portion was perfect for her. - Spicy Miso Ramen: I asked the waitress when I ordered her recommended spice level and she said either 1 or 2, I went for two and she actually put the spice on the side for me in case I wanted to portion it myself. I put it all in and it was perfect, just a light spice, so I would think level 3 shouldn't be too bad. The broth was rich and umami, and the spice helped to cut through the fattiness of the broth. I personally feel like the portions are a bit small. It was perfect for us two, but I do feel that an average individual may find that a singular bowl is not fulfilling enough. The overall experience was nothing to rave over but it was satisfactory for the meal!

Really authentic ramen that's flavorful and rich! This place is decorated nicely similar to how ramen shops are in Japan. The restaurant is a little smaller so you might have to wait. I went right at opening and half the tables were already full. I recommend trying the black garlic ramen. Portions are smaller IMO but they also have add ons for sides which are a good deal.

We love the pork based ramen here and the happy hour food and drink deals are awesome! Great service and chill ambiance.

I come to Hawaii every year and this is my first stop. I've tried a number of the ramen places on Oahu and this is definitely my favorite. My order is the same each time too. Black garlic original tonkotsu ramen, extra noodles, char siu, and egg. I love how much customization they allow: spice level, noodle thickness, toppings, etc. The quantity is probably smaller than most other places hence the extra toppings in my order. But it's definitely worth it. The noodles have just the right amount of bite. The pork is thinly sliced: not too lean, not too fatty. The egg is gooey, not overly cooked. It's not a huge space but they have a decent amount of seating. It can get quite busy on weekends so I prefer weekdays. Service is quick and efficient.

I'm picky with my ramen, particularly if they are in cities where I expect a solid bowl. Honolulu is one such city where there are dozens of good to great ramen shops. Golden Pork Tonkotsu probably ranks in the top tier but was a tweeter for me at 4.5. For Yelp, I've given it 5 stars. The restaurant is small and I imagine is quite full during prime meal times. There was one waitress working the restaurant but she was fast, attentive and we received our food quickly. The ramen was solid, no complaints on broth or noodles. The spicy broth had a nice kick, may be too hot for those not accustomed to spicy foods but perfect for me. The regular tonkotsu broth was well flavored not too salty and not as thick as some you will find at ramen spots in Japan. More similar to an Ichiran. I would not put the broth in the class of an Ichiran but it held up well to my tastes. The noodles were al dente with a nice chew. The gyoza were well seasoned with sesame oil, would prefer some more garlic but overall an above average gyoza with a nicely fried and crispy bottom and steamed top. Overall it was a solid dining experience and bowl of ramen.