Hanami Ramen

Nice little addition to the neighborhood! Went around 12:30 and place wasn’t busy (maybe cus they opened around 11:30). Not too much seating, but it’s a cozy vibe. They have a nice lunch special that ends around 4 PM, (choice of ramen, 4 gyozas, and a drink. P.S. if you get the matcha latte or strawberry matcha, there is an extra $1 or $2 charge). Service is fast, great, and food comes out in a reasonable amount of time as well! Onto the food, I got the tonkotsu ramen which was great (could’ve used a bit more salt, but that’s just my opinion) overall very solid. Great chewy noodles and they give you a WHOLE soft boiled egg (cut into halves). Gyozas were good too. Also got the chicken karaage. I do think it’d taste better if it were marinated longer/more salt, but again just my take. I do also wish the pieces were cut a bit smaller, but overall still tasty. Overall I’d def come back to eat here again. (Def get the strawberry matcha, great refresher especially for the upcoming heatwaves).

Had a wonderful experience at Hanami Ramen! The Tonkotsu was rich and flavorful, and the noodles were perfectly cooked, maintaining a wonderful texture that complemented the dish beautifully. The Karaage was crispy yet tender very delicious! The staff was attentive, and the atmosphere was mellow and inviting. We’re already looking forward to our next visit to explore more of their appetizing menu options. Wishing Hanami Ramen continued success and prosperity!✨

Dined in at this newly opened ramen restaurant in Flushing. Ordered the kara age, shishito peppers, and gyoza which were all perfect. Highly recommend all of the dishes. For dessert we ordered the matcha milk pudding, an assortment of mochi, and the black sesame cheesecake. If you are a fan of black sesame and cheesecake, you will definitely love this! The black sesame flavor really comes through the cheesecake, will definitely order again next time.

A true Japanese experience in America! Ramen was really tasty and loved the bouncy noodles which were cooked to perfection. If you know me, I hate overcooked noodles. Broth was so flavorful, comparable to Japan!! Karage was so juicy and great portion size. The matcha latte was also surprisingly good as well as the black sesame cheesecake and matcha pudding that we had for dessert. Loved the vibe and simplicity of the restaurant and the seat compartments to put your jacket! So thoughtful!! Overall would come back and recommend to a friend!

Came here on a rainy day and the ramen def hit the spot. We ordered the Gyoza and tonkatsu ramen. Broth was flavorful and noodles were perfectly chewy. We also got the black sesame cheesecake for dessert which I was nervous about but it exceeded my expectations. Would recommend for anyone who’s in the area!

## Restaurant Review Hanami Ramen is a charming new addition to the neighborhood, offering an authentic modern izakaya experience with a thoughtfully curated menu. The restaurant strikes a perfect balance between casual comfort and culinary excellence. ### Food The menu, while focused, delivers exceptionally well-executed dishes. The karaage features a delicate, crispy coating that gives way to perfectly juicy chicken, complemented by a house-made mayo and Japanese chili peppers. Their gyudon stands out with clean, vibrant flavors, featuring a harmonious sweet-savory sauce and crispy onions that add textural contrast. The signature Knoko ramen offers a light but flavorful mushroom broth with pronounced umami notes. While the portion is generous (especially with extra noodles, which proved unnecessary), the broth maintains its delicate character throughout the meal. The ramen egg was perfectly prepared, adding richness to each bowl. For dessert, the black sesame cheesecake, though petite, delivers intense flavor with its dense, creamy texture and subtle black sesame notes. While it could benefit from a crust, it's a satisfying finish to the meal. ### Atmosphere The space embodies a neighborhood izakaya vibe - welcoming and unpretentious. While it may not be a destination restaurant, it perfectly serves its role as a local gathering spot for quality Japanese cuisine. ### Value Prices are very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes offered, particularly the karaage and donburi dishes. ### Final Thoughts Hanami Ramen proves that focusing on doing fewer dishes exceptionally well is better than offering an extensive but mediocre menu. Its combination of quality food, comfortable atmosphere, and reasonable prices makes it a welcome addition to the neighborhood. While there's room for minor improvements (like adding a crust to the cheesecake), the restaurant shows great promise and warrants return visits to explore more of their menu offerings.

Stumbled upon this ramen shop not knowing what to expect. Glad I came in! Food was flavorful and delicious. It’s like I transported to Japan! We ordered the gyu don, karage don, and spicy miso ramen. Don’t forget to check out the dessert menu when you’re here!

Just discovered a new, super friendly ramen spot in the neighborhood! Their fried chicken and gyoza are a must-try. Ramen was cooked to absolute perfection!

My family and I were wandering around, unsure of what to eat, when we spotted this newly opened restaurant adorned with grand opening decorations. The place was empty, which made us hesitant, but we took a chance--and wow, are we glad we did! We kicked things off with their fried chicken appetizer, fried peppers, and fried dumplings, washed down with ice-cold Sapporo draft beer. Every bite was crispy, flavorful, and downright satisfying. The chicken was so juicy. Then came our tonkatsu ramen . The broth's rich aroma hit me first, followed by a spoonful of its deep, savory goodness. The noodles? Perfectly al dente. Is it the best ramen ever? No, but it's really darn good!!!! Especially in this part of Queens, it's unbeatable. My son's gyudon (beef rice bowl) was equally impressive, with bold, spot-on flavors. My only concern? This place is dangerously close to home, and I am gonna get fat if I keep coming back! Here's hoping this gem sticks around for a long time. Friendliness: Deliciousness: Price:

Hanami Ramen delivers on the core ramen experience. The tonkotsu Ramen is the star of the show, as the broth is rich, deep, and truly killer in every best possible way, clinging perfectly to the delicious noodles and pork slices. The Service was efficient at getting food out, but was completely robotic with little to no interaction with us. We had the Kara-age which was a letdown. While cooked perfectly crispy the oil they used tasted distinctly off leaving an unpleasant, lingering aftertaste that overshadowed the good texture. Go for the excellent Tonkotsu Ramen, but temper expectations on service and skip the fried items. Plenty of metered and free parking in the area.

Nice spot with a few tables and counter seating. There is metered and residential parking, as well as the Q65 stopping close by. The service is friendly and attentive. The Kara Age was fresh and juicy chunks of chicken with a crisp exterior. The breading soaks in the oil, so it's a bit too oily and oily tasting. The Spicy Mayo helps cut it a bit while adding a good spice. The chunks are pretty big so good chicken to breading ratio. The Shoyu Ramen is subtle in flavor; it is more dashi than shoyu flavor. The noodles have a good bite to them. The chashu has a good smoky flavor and was well cooked. The Bamboo Shoot (Menma) and Soy Egg are well marinated. The egg is perfectly jammy as well, and I can really taste the mirin in the marinade. The spicy umami paste tastes like gochujang, which adds a sweet and spicy umami to the ramen. The Black Seasame Cheesecake was not it. I mostly tasted cream cheese with the aftertaste of black sesame. It is definitely a no bake cheesecake, with no crust. It can do with a graham cracker crust and more black sesame flavor. It's a decent spot. I can see what they're going for, but it's just not quite there. Maybe if they made some slight improvements, I'd come back to check it out.

TLDR- doesn't taste good,disappointing. Ramen is one of the food I had the most in my life and this one didn't taste good. The ramen immediately had a weird sour smell when I smelled it like it had gone bad? The texture of noodles was fine but the soup just tasted like salty sink water with creamy texture. The chicken karaage tasted dry and flavorless asides from some smoky flavor. Usually when I have these they are juicy , crispy, and have mouth watering spices on it. The gyoza just tasted just like microwaved pot stickers. Tasted cheap.

We got the kara age, tonkatsu ramen, and the gyu don. Kara age had great texture but the flavor was ok. Tonkatsu ramen was recommended but I thought the gyu don was better. Service was really good but not my favorite food.

Just discovered a new, super friendly ramen spot in the neighborhood! Their fried chicken and gyoza are a must-try. Ramen was cooked to absolute perfection!

The gyu don did not any onions! When asked, the server said they changed the recipe. What kind of gyu don doesn't have any onions?! That's called false advertisement. The beef was also very chewy. The spicy miso ramen was one of the worst ramen I have ever had. For the price and quality, this place is not worth it at all.

Been looking for ramen this area forever! Prices and taste is great. Amazing service too, servers were attentive and fast. Got the : spicy miso $15 (had a good heat to it) Tonkatsu $15 (broth was nice and rich) Karage $10 (so cwispyyyy) Mochi $4 (always good) Would recommend all the items I got. Can't wait to try more next time

Perfectly crisp kaarage. The tonkotsu ramen was perfect too. And the broth hit the spot!

Tried this ramen spot recently and was seriously impressed. I had the Tonkotsu ramen--rich, creamy broth with perfectly tender chashu pork that hit all the right notes. The flavors were deep and comforting, exactly what you'd want in a hearty bowl of ramen. I also had the shishito peppers, which were smoky, slightly sweet, and cooked just right. Everything on the menu was well-priced, making the quality feel like an even better deal. I'll definitely be coming back.

We have been waiting for this place to open, and it didn't disappoint! The place was very nice, and cozy. The service was great! And the food, the ramen broth hits the spot! I also tried the chicken karaage and the chicken is so moist and crunchy and perfectly spiced. I will keep coming back!!

Great service! Always very attentive and kept refilling my water whenever it got close to being empty. The food was also very amazing, I got the spicy miso, the spice level was perfect and not too spicy, the char siu was also cooked perfectly. Would definitely come back again just for this!

The broth was rich, flavorful and perfectly balanced. Service was immaculate and spot on. The chairs serving as a store space for coats and jackets blew my mind.

Overall pretty tasty ramen. The tonkotsu was surprisingly good for the price. If you want good value on the daily then I would recommend giving this place a try.

Got the tonkatsu ramen, shishito peppers and karage which were all pretty good. The chasu in the ramen was smoky from grilling it which I've never experienced before. The noodle texture was also perfect because it was bouncy with a good chew. Overall very pleasant experience and reminds me of the food I had in Japan.

My friends and I decided to try Hanami since it was a new local ramen spot and was not disappointed. Hanami service was amazing, the waiters were very attentive and friendly. I had the Tonkotsu ramen and Karaage chicken - the broth was delicious and the Karaage was fresh and juicy. I would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting to try out a new ramen spot.