Ivan Ramen
Ramen restaurant · Lower East Side
25 Clinton St, New York, NY 10002
Highlights
Creative noodle soups & izakaya small plates in colorful space
Creative noodle soups & izakaya small plates in colorful space
"Will Ivan Ramen’s Spicy Red Chili Ramen burn a hole in your esophagus? Don’t worry about that now. For the time being, just eat your way through this very hot ramen until tears drip down your face. They do have non-spicy options too, and the lively Lower East Side space is a fun place for a small group dinner. They also do delivery from a shared kitchen in Brooklyn, if you need to eat your Spicy Red Chili Ramen alone at home." - will hartman, willa moore, sonal shah, neha talreja, kenny yang
"An acclaimed New York noodle shop whose ramen was once praised by a critic as 'so good it will make your eyes explode,' and which expands beyond ramen into inventive, izakaya-style small plates such as spicy pickles and wagyu pastrami buns." - Janna Karel
"A New York ramen shop is set to wrap up the series in August with what’s described as a rare sandwich offering." - Emma Orlow
"Listed by a local commenter among the specific out-of-market restaurants they’re excited about potentially landing or debuting in town in 2025, cited with the same shorthand enthusiasm as other high-profile names." - Janna Karel
"After opening a series of successful ramen shops in Tokyo, Ivan Orkin could not have picked a better location for his NY flagship. Indie rock beats, designer tees, and murals of manga cutouts come together seamlessly at this Clinton Street spot; and from solo stools along the wall to counter seats facing the kitchen, the snug little space has packed in the crowds since opening in 2014.Starters like crispy eggplant with tahini and charred garlic or cold sesame noodles with roasted peppers showcase the chef's preference for flair and flavor. Ordering ramen is non-negotiable. Friendly servers will push the house favorite—chicken paitan with shio kombu and egg yolk, but the classic tonkotsu with shoyu-glazed chashu and black garlic oil is a bolder delight." - Michelin Inspector
