Kajiken Ramen of Manhattan

The noodle there is so good! The noodles have a very special and rich flavor~~~ I love the roasted beef best! And the price is very reasonable! Their service is also excellent! Today Shanna and Kalden both helped me with the order! They are really nice and patient~ and will introduce you about how to mixed the noodles to bring out its best flavor! You should definitely try it!!

*food was so good, I forgot to take a picture in the beginning Service from Kiki was really great! She was really attentive to our needs and was available to answer any questions we had. Provided great recommendations and always had our water cups filled! Coming back for some more of the recommended items on the menu.

I went there with my colleagues for lunch to compare with Tonchin, which is Michelin Star Japanese restaurant near this restaurant. I thought Kajiken was better, but one of my colleagues liked the other one better for the Ramen. They gave us 10% discount for the company ID. Staff was kind. The food was too salty for me. The interior was clean and good.

Its near Bryant park, Macy's Herald square. Perfect place for a quick warm ramen especially on rainy days like I went Is one of 2 restaurants in Nyc that serves dry ramen aka Abura Soba. I ordered Niku Misu. It was delisosourusrex. Japanese Carbonara. That you mix yourself at the table. So fun. Ramen without soup with slow cooked pork, miso minced pork, poached egg, chives,scallion, nori. I added plum and fried onion. Creamy consistency and bacon flavor. 10 star. Add the plum for a sour swirlSalted plum sprite umi salty sweet sour was made in house and to die for. Amazing. Also ordered Homura don rice bowl with soft boiled egg and minced pork. Tasted like comfort food, home cooked flavor. Loved. Seaweed salad on the side. This was great on this rainy day. Matcha icecream baked sweet potato was comforting tasty sweet and healthy. Great customer service from Hua and all the staff. The chicken and vegan looked good.

The noodles here are absolutely delicious—flavorful, perfectly cooked, and super satisfying. The staff were also great—Shenna was especially friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend this spot if you’re craving Japanese-style noodles!

Got the Niku Miso but swapped the poached egg for a soft boiled egg and added corn. Shared an order of Gesokara (6 pieces) which was so good I wish we'd gotten another order! I love that they offer chili oil, vinegar, fried garlic powder, and sesame seeds at the table for you to add as you like. Will definitely be going back soon to try their other dishes. 😍

This is a convenient ramen spot if you’re out late in the city and hungry. This place is known for the soup-less ramen and is instead coated with oil to give it flavor. It’s quite delicious. I had the spicy tonkatsu and though it was good, it wasn’t anything special compared to all the other really good ramen spots around. The chashu is ok, and the ramen itself is fine. If you’re dropping in, I’d say stick with their signature dishes.

Came here with a group of 6, and while I made a reservation online and confirmed it, the staff had no idea we were coming. We took over the bar area after about a 15-minute wait. It was hard to have a conversation since we're spread out. That aside, the ramen was delicious and the entire group was raving about the quality of the food. I recommend coming here with a smaller group - 3 to 4 people tops. I'm also not sure if a reservation is helpful since it didn't help in our case.

Kiki was very nice and ramen is the best I've tasted. It's delicious! Go try it!!!!!!!

Shena was a great server and I had great food. Glad I came here. It was a great environment and made me feel at home.

I was absolutely blown away by how good this was! I had the sukiyaki abura soba, and it was amazing. It's like a dry ramen, but the texture of the noodles is so bouncy and the flavor is intensified. I would love to try their other dishes. The staff are friendly. The interior is casual but also elegantly decorated. Overall I definitely recommend a visit!

Perfectly chewy noodles in a non-broth mixture with deluge of ingredients such as bamboo shoots, nori, green onions, pork, and egg - Kajiken comes highly recommended from me for those craving noodles, but don't want the typical ramen or soup noodles. I would even daresay this is a good "deal" with the original coming under $20; this is a great place for a solo lunch, especially at the counter. This is even good for larger parties as I was easily able to make a reservation a day before for 6 people.

Stopped by Kaijiken Ramen (IG: @kajikenmanhattan) in Midtown when the craving for Japanese comfort food hit--and it totally delivered. The Spicy Minced Pork Tonkotsu was rich, creamy, and full of flavor, and the deep-fried oysters (Kaki) were crispy perfection. We also tried the Sukiyaki Don and Chicken Curry, both hearty and super satisfying without feeling too heavy. For drinks, the Peach Black Tea and Lychee Oolong were refreshing and lightly sweet, and we couldn't resist ending with a classic Ramune for a little nostalgic kick. If you're looking for bold, cozy flavors in the middle of the city, this place is absolutely worth a visit.

I love mazemen or abura soba (soupless ramen) and Kajiken specializes in just that. Although I made reservations the day before, it's a pretty casual spot that probably doesn't need it. To start off, we ordered the Takoyaki ($8.50) and Kaki Fry ($9). The takoyaki is a classic and great to share with 6 pieces. Anything fried is always good too, but note that the oyster has a strong seafood flavor that bursts in your mouth once you bite into it. For the main entree, I got the standard and basic Homura ($16.50). Personally, this bowl is perfect and I don't need to spend the extra for the chashu. The bowl already comes with spicy minced pork, poached egg, bamboo shoots, scallions, fish powder, nori, and chives. Once you mixed everything up, it's completely infused with all the flavors. Even though it's a dry ramen, it's so saucy that I'd definitely recommend getting an extra bowl of rice to mix in the leftover sauce. It's nice of them to offer traditional soup ramen options, but trust me and get the mazemen --so delicious and filling for an affordable price.

Service was great, food was excellent. what else can you look for? It wasn't as busy when i came in, it was a cold winter evening in NYC; i needed Ramen. Had green tea which they comped (super nice of them); Ramen (i forgot what its called) plus Takoyaki (bec why not)? Ramen was really flavorful. Portions were just right, had to take the Takoyaki back in my hotel but it was still good the ff day. Place was clean.

This was my first time having dry ramen and the Niku Miso noodles had great texture - thick, wavy, and chewy! The flavor was good for the most part, however there was a lot of white pepper, for my taste. We also ordered the Spicy Tonkatsu and the spice was tolerable - it's mainly the pork that's spicy. For apps, we ordered the Gyoza, which was a good snack, Fried Squid, which paired nicely with the spicy mayo, and their Chicken Wings, which was friend nicely, but, again, had a lot of white pepper. They have additional toppings on the side, like chili oil and garlic flakes to top your food! Overall, really attentive staff and the place surprisingly gets quite busy, but still has plenty of seating. Worth the try for their Abura Soba, aka soupless ramen!

Had a craving for ramen and was very happy to stumble upon Kajiken. They have normal ramen on the menu, but specialize in abura soba, (which, despite its name, does not use soba noodles), so I had to try that instead. Their menu features some very interesting non-traditional options, like old bay shrimp and roasted beef, but I went with the recommended Niku Miso. This dish comes with a great combination of meats and vegetables. I wasn't sure how the slow cooked pork would compare to traditional chashu, but it was delightful- extra tender and just as flavorful. The sauce had a faint miso flavor that combined perfectly with the creamy egg and minced meat. The noodles were the ideal ramen noodles; perfectly springy and chewy. A glass of Japanese beer went perfectly with the meal, and I liked that the soupless style lets you feel less guilty if you're not the type to finish off the broth. Service was good, and it was easy to walk in and grab a table. The ambiance was bright and cheerful, making it a great spot for a casual meal.

This is my first time trying mazesoba and it was quite delicious! It doesn't really clarify on the menu that it is mazesoba as my friends thought it was soup ramen but it was actually soupless. I tried the Niku miso mazesoba which was quite delicious. I mixed the noodles together and the flavor was delicious (think saucy noodles). The kaarage was also delicious with a generous portion but I wouldn't say it was anything too special. The ambiance was nice. Perfect place to catch up and chat. The bathroom was clean as well. The staff were incredibly kind and friendly. We asked for hot water and they refilled out hot water for us many times. And we stayed a little longer than we usually do in a restaurant, it wasn't too busy and had few empty tables. The staff never rushed us with the check and I really appreciate that. Many restaurants now are just quick to rush you out even if it was partially empty. I would recommend my friends to come here!

This was my fourth visit to Kajiken and that already speaks to its quality and my love for their abura soba. The prices are very affordable compared to other ramen spots (esp in Midtown)--any bowl with meat for under $20!! In my most recent visit, I found that Kajiken just launched some new items, including Baked Sweet Potato with Ice Cream. My fellow sweet potato lovers, run don't walk!! As a frequent and loyal customer of Kajiken, let me introduce you all my favorites: ＊Niku Miso $19 *** I reordered Niku Miso multiple times as the flavors are rich and it comes with various toppings: slow cooked pork, minced miso pork, bamboo shoot, onsen egg, chives, scallion and shredded nori. Highly recommend if it's your first time here. How to enjoy your abura soba: First, mix the toppings. Then, add sesame seeds, ground garlic, vinegar and chili oil to customize your bowl. ＊Roasted Beef $19 The roasted beef was delectable with black pepper. It came with quite many slices, but you can add a few dollars for extra beef. The runny yolk of the poached egg was a great addition to the saucy noodles. ＊Sukiyaki Don $10 ** Their sukiyaki don/abura soba was our must order! The marinated sliced beef got a sweet and umami flavor. Tender and not overly fatty. ＊Taiyaki with Matcha Ice Cream $9.5 ＊Baked Sweet Potato with Vanilla Ice Cream $9.5 *** To be very honest, their desserts are overpriced...BUT the baked sweet potato tasted exactly like Donki's sweet potato iykyk. It was sweet with a charcoal aroma, perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Taiyaki was served hot and crispy, filledwith red bean paste. You can never go wrong with red bean paste & matcha ice cream combo. However, I did find the taiyaki a little bit too oily as I guessed they deep-fried it.

Decent ramen at a decent price ($20 bowl). My husband and I came on a late Thursday night. The place was packed, but we were able to squeeze in as soon as we came in. Service is quick and no frills. I ordered the Tonkotsu and it totally hit the spot! The meat is tender, broth is flavorful, and the egg is very yummy. Noodles are cooked very well. Definitely order more toppings or an app if you're really hungry. Overall, this is really good affordable ramen in NYC!

Kajiken is serving up delicious aburasoba which is a dry noodle with a variety of toppings ranging from pork or chicken or shrimp. They also sell delicious Japanese apps, ramen, and donburi. The set up here is wonderful! Each table has condiments for your noodles and service was speedy. The chicken wings were insanely juicy and crispy. The ramen noodles were al dente and wavy for the aburasoba and straight and chewy for the ramen. I loved the broth in the ramen and the aburasoba had a really creamy texture from the egg yolk.

Service was a bit sleepy, however the ramen was spot on. Everything you would expect, affordable, and done well. I will say it can get packed fast. And the absence of sake was a bummer to the experience, but easily fixable. Perfectly located, so whenever I am in the area with a ramen craving, I would certainly return!

The takoyaki was really delicious and the server told us that appetizers were half off when the bill came out. If I knew sooner, I would've ordered more! The takoyaki was the perfect balance of a crispy outside and creamy inside. The original noodle looked plain at first but was surprisingly very flavorful as the sauce was hidden in the bottom. It smelled very garlicky but I mainly tasted pepper and it was a little too salty. However, after mixing in the poached egg and ground garlic, the sauce became creamy and well balanced. The noodles were thick and chewy in a good way. The spicy tonkotsu ramen was also good but not my favorite. The broth was very thick but not that spicy.

A solid ramen spot in the heart if Midtown by Bryant Park perfect for a cold winter day like this. Kajiken is different from the rest of the ramen spots that they specialize in Abuja Soba, which is a thicker version of ramen noodles served with a variety of accompaniments and without broth. That's exactly what I got: The Original Abrua Soba ($16.50). You'll have to put in a bit of work by stirring up the contents and possibly adding rice vinegar and/or chili oil if you desire, but it'll be all worth it. If that's not your cup of tea and you really want a broth soaked ramen dish, you probably can't go wrong with a Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen ($18.50), which was what my significant other got. Will surely warm your soul up. We also got a few appetizers to try out. I always love getting Takoyaki ($8.50) at ramen shops so of course I got myself an order. Delicious as you'd expect it to be. We also tried the Sunomono ($8.00), which is a cucumber salad w octopus and seaweed. Was different from what i typically would order, but I enjoyed this dish, especially if you're looking for a cold appetizer dish.

My experience contradicts Kajiken's online reputation. The workers delivered everything efficiently and kindly. The environment makes food taste better. Nothing on the menu has let me down. I'm eager to bring different friends here.

Finally! A dry ramen place that comes to NYC! I been waiting for this since one of my favorite noodles places is dry ramen in my hometown. Noodles, flavors, and meat are decent. Appetizers promotion were half off so we got a whole bunch. The fried oysters were the best thing here.

Top tier noodles from a chain in Japan at a great price in the middle of Midtown! While they do serve ramen, they specialize in aburi soba - a dry noodle dish with toppings similar to ramen but with thicker noodles and a flavor-packed oil. We highly recommend the original aburi soba with a poached egg and apple iced tea. The tonkotsu ramen was solid. All noodles and toppings were top tier. Soba noodles were thick and a little wavy, cooked perfectly with a slight chew. The oil was very flavorful and coated the noodles well. Mixing in the poached egg boosted the flavor factor. The chashu pork was charred with a slight smokiness, tender with a chew, and tasty. Bamboo was great too! Ramen noodles were cooked perfectly and straight. Apple iced tea was refreshing and a good compliment to the savory noodle dishes. Other tips: We came in on a Saturday night and were seated within 10 minutes. Service was great and helpful, and we were served quickly. Bathrooms were decent, single room with a toilet. This place is let's eat Houston approved!

This place is really nice. Its always clean and the staff are friendly. We areived and were seated, they had asked if we had reservations which we didnt but it was not a big issue. Going forward i will make reservations as even though they had seats, it wasn't a lot of free seating. We ordered right away. The food was really good and the appetizers were great too. The price of everything was good. They even have a special where appetizers are half off with certain noddle dishes. The ramen was good, the meat yummy, the broth simple. The appetizers chicken was juicy and the sauce the nice amount of spice.

~ Karaage $8 ~ Classic food done right! The karaage delivers that ideal crunch that gives way to tender, flavourful chicken inside. Each bite is so juicy and just the right hint of seasoning. These are seriously satisfying, a must order if you love karaage! ~ Niku Miso $18.5 ~ This bowl is a flavour powerhouse! The rich, savoury miso sauce coats the noodle in a satisfying, umami-packed embrace, with the combination of tender pork cha siu, topped with fresh scallions and a sprinkle of sesame, it's a bowl you can't put down! My only complaint is I wish the noodle could be more chewy. - - - - - - - - - Will I be back? Yes! We need more aburasoba in the city!!

SO GOOD! Authentic, full of flavor, just absolutely amazing!! * Not to mention the service was absolutely amazing! When we arrived there was a wait! That's how we knew we were going to LOVE it, clearly it's very popular! * Finally when we were seated we had Kazuki and Samuel help us. Samuel was super informative about the food, and Kazuki was sure to be around insuring we had everything we needed. It wasn't just with us they were sweet and amazing to everyone else in the restaurant! * What we ate: TERIYAKI TORI $16.50 -Noodles with Teriyaki Chicken, Nori, Corn, Scallion and Sesame Seed. Substituted noodles for white rice. TONKOTSU SHOYU $17.00 - Thin Noodles in Soy Sauce Pork Broth, topped with Pork Belly Chashu, Soft Boiled Egg, Menma, Nori and Scallion. SUKIYAKI $16.50 - Noodles with Sliced Marinated Beef, Onion and Scallion * We can not wait to return, and hope you guys enjoy too

Been meaning to check this place out and it did not disappoint! My table of 4 was seated right away on a Sunday afternoon and the service was pretty quick. I got the Homura, which had a good spicy kick to it, and in the end, I was scraping all the sauce with the scallions I had left. I usually like having broth and was tempted to get ramen, but I'm so glad my friends convinced me to get their dry noodles instead! Make sure to mix it up well and use any additional toppings they have on the side of the table for you. They have a permanent deal of half off apps with a noodle dish so you will definitely leave feeling full!

Five stars! Amazing, attentive, and quick service. I was seated immediately. I ordered the Spicy Tonkutsu Ramen. I am so happy with what I ordered. It was creamy, hearty, and filling. It was just rich with pork and noodles and whatever other toppings were in there. Easily one of the best ramens I have had in the city. Friendly service, delicious ramen, and incredibly affordable prices -- 5 stars.

Good lunch spot! Wide menu options for noodles and apps. Great ambiance and lots of seating. I went at an off time and got seated quickly. I ordered the original plus abura soba. Flavorful and great noodle texture, it was thick and chewy. The prices are on par for the area.

Came here for dinner on a saturday night and the place was pretty packed. I opted for a single seat on the counter so i didnt have to wait at all but i saw a lot of people come in and have to put their name down for a table. I got the gesokara appetizer and and the niku miso ramen and it was actually a lot of food. I was definitely struggling to finish it all by the end lol. The squid was nice and crunchy and the sauce has a good amount of kick. There's a generous amount of meat with the noodles and it's nice and saucey once you mix everything together. Enjoyed every bite!

Stars were for friendly staff and service recovery when they sat (2) parties ahead of us. Here's the experience we had on Sun 12/08. We arrived as walk-ins as party of 2. The greeter advised us it would be about a 12 min wait and us that we had to place our number to be placed on a waitlist, which was the Yelp waitlist, so we waited outside. After the party in front of us were seated (they had a big party of 12), there was a party of 5 and party of 2 that were seated before us immediately when they walked in. I had to intervene and staff advised they don't use Yelp waitlist (*clearly a disconnect in their communication with eachother*), so they unseated the party of 2 and placed us in their table. This was now a total of about 30 min. ******Mind you, the entire time, there was an "uber eats" driver who was seated slumped over, dead asleep at the sushi counter, with their bike helmet filled with dirt just placed on the tabletop, and nobody said anything to him or were too "woke" to wake the drunk uber eats delivery driver up to get out......but there we were not being seated as as they instructed***** At least they corrected the situation with no push back and seated us and our server was efficient and professional. The main meal orders arrived first and we waited a bit for the appetizers we ordered, we almost forgot about it. Overall, you can go somewhere else

As a dry noodle lover, I cannot recommend this place more. It's a jackpot! The Roasted Beef flavor palette is so creamy and savory. I love this noodle texture. Such a perfect bite and chew. The meat cuts are satisfyingly thin slices that make these bowls somehow feel light in the end. Love the Age Tofu, specially the sauce, and the Chasu Don has deliciously fatty bites. I appreciate the condiments tray siting at each table too. I definitely took advantage of the white pepper and chili oil.

Kajiken Ramen かじけん(歌志軒). This is the first New York location! Kajiken's homemade thick noodles and sauces are all imported from Japan. Have you ever had abura soba before? 油そば, or "Abura soba," is a type of ramen without soup. Abura soba noodles are thicker and chewier than regular ramen noodles-perfect for absorbing sauce. They have traditional and favorite, TONKOTSU. All very delicious! Insta: @thehungrysw. WAKAME-Seaweed salad SUNOMONO- Cucumber Salad w. Octonus and seaweed SPICY TONKOTSU- Thin Noodles in Pork Broth, topped with Soft Boiled Egg. Bok Choy, Spicy Minced Pork, Pork Belly Chashu, Nori, Onion and Scallion. GESOKARA-Deep-fried Squid Tentacle KARAAGE-Deep-fried Marinated Chicken SUKIYAKI DON- Marinated Sliced Beef, Onion and Scallion. THE ORIGINAL PLUS- Noodles with Chashu, Slow Cooked Pork, Menma, Nori, and Scallion.

Great ramen joint - came on a Friday evening and almost every table was full, understandably so! Friendly service with solid portion sizes in a chill atmosphere. The food was delicious - my friend and I split an order of karaage, which came out fresh and piping hot. Breading was good and chicken very juicy. I ordered the spicy tonkotsu, a very flavorful and generous portion, while my friend got the regular tonkotsu and really enjoyed it too. We left feeling very satisfied. Would recommend for anyone looking for a hearty meal in the area!

TLDR: It's a great place to come especially in the winter~ price value for the food was good. If I'm in the area again looking for food, I'd stop by Food: 4/5 Got the sukiyaki and karaage Service: 5/5 Everyone was nice and attentive Ambiance: 4.5/5 Fun bright atmosphere with lots of Japanese lanterns etc. Great casual spot to catch up with a friend/friends

Kajiken is a popular abura soba chain known for their thick and chewy noodles as well as homemade sauces. I'm a huge fan of mixed noodles, so was super excited that they recently opened their first NYC location. We ordered: - Chicken Karaage - Original Abura Soba - Niku Miso Abura Soba Everything was amazing, and I especially loved the texture of the noodles - 100% homemade!! There are a ton of sauces including vinegar and chili oil to allow you to customize your bowl, the meat was super tender, and portion size was huge. All together a very fulfilling bowl of delicious noodles - I'll be back :)

I'm adding @kajikenmanhattan to my pocket list of midtown restaurants! So happy that there is one more place in NYC that brings good flavors from Japan and even happier that it's close to the theater district so I can visit regularly before watching a show. Both of the noodles we got were delicious and flavorful. You get to add more toppings to your bowl if you wish to, and I'm surprised to find that they have chili oil and vinegar available at the table just like how it is in Japan! I had a great time enjoying the yummy dishes and already looking forward to try other flavors next time!

Came here for dinner on a Wednesday night. I read sometimes it can get busy with lines forming so I made a reservation but it wasn't busy when I got there. First, let me say this. The ambiance really reminds me of being back in Japan with the lanterns and the decor. You scan a QR code on the table to order, or you could also have one of the staff take your order. This place is known for their dry ramen that you scramble and mix in the sauce with other goodies, and that's what we tried! We got the original with a poached egg and nori teriyaki with extra chashu and cooked pork. First off, you get a lot of food for the price. Decent amount of meat but lots of vegetables. I liked teriyaki more as it had a flavorful crunch to it but the sauce for the ramen were the real winners. They went along well with the ramen, which leaned more towards al dente. Great bang for your buck!

My best friend and I stopped by this place after seeing it on social media (like most of the places that I usually try). They are known for their soupless ramen. You can make a reservation online through Yelp - which I definitely recommend for the weekends when it can get busier. We came on a Tuesday at around 5:30 pm and there were still empty seats. They have both soupless ramen and also regular soup ramen as well and rice bowls. We both decided to get their famous soupless ramen. I got the Original one with a soft boiled egg and it was delicious. The flavors were so good and the noodles were perfectly cooked and the texture was just perfect. My friend got the curry one and it was also delicious, not spicy at all and very flavorful. They also had half off appetizers so we also got the Karaage which was just alright - nothing special. Overall the place is very cozy - a good amount of seating and service was pretty good. Definitely recommend checking this place out if you haven't already!!

The staffs are friendly. Ordered the original noodle and gyoza. Mix the soba noodles well with all the ingredients. Food was delicious. The place was busy on a Thursday night which we sat by the counter. Would highly recommend coming back with reservations! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5

There are so many options for ramen in the area but we went with this one. We were happy to be able to grab a table quickly and service was pretty attentive, which was nice. Prices fairly reasonable for the area. Started with the fried oysters. These were quite ample and had a nice dichotomy between the fried portion and inner chewy portion of the oyster. I actually quite liked the egg condiment it came with. The noodle dishes were pretty standard-nothing terribly special. We went with the niku miso, a soupless ramen dish, and the spicy tonkatsu. The former was nice with abura soba noodles that were delightful when soaked in the egg yolk and well flavored. The tonkatsu had thinner noodles with a broth that was improved upon when I added chili oil (wish it had been a bit spicier when served to begin with).

The original noodle is really so good. It might not look that special but the sauce is delicious. Added the extra toppings at the table and it was such a nice (and not too heavy) comfort meal. My only complaints are that my chashu was a little burnt (but tasty), and I wish the portion was bigger! The service was a bit slow, but it was so delicious that I would certainly come back.

Stopped by with a few friends for a quick meal. Ramen was rich and delicious. We also split a bunch of apps - fried squid, octopus balls and dumplings - all were great. Very reasonable pricing and fun Japanese atmosphere with hanging lanterns added to overall experience.

Such an interesting change from the typical ramen, as this is a dry noodle restaurant. Despite being called dry noodles, they were everything but. The seasoning and sauces that were mixed in had evenly coated each strand of noodle. The noodles were thick and bouncy and had a good bite to it. I really enjoyed all the different toppings that were served with each dish. The portions were generous and I loved how you could customize your bowl by adding additional toppings. The server was very kind and explained the menu to us. She offered some suggestions while ordering and it was delicious!

Serving up some of the best soup-less (Abura soba) ramen I have ever tasted. The establishment is well lit & spacious and the service was quick & friendly. You have to try the teriyaki tori. When checking the menu recently it appears to be sold out. I'm not sure when or if they are bringing it back but it is a MUST try. Absolutely delicious!!!! I also had the original abura soba which I took home and warmed up the next day. The pork crisped up nicely while in the oven making it 10x's better. Just talking about it makes me want to stop by again. They don't serve alcohol and they didn't have any dessert items but since my visit I now see some desserts listed on the menu. If you love ramen like I do or never had soup-less ramen then this is the place to be. Ig:Thefunfluencer

I am still thinking about how good the noodles are and am already planning my next trip back! They're known for their abura soba which is a soupless noodle dish. My friend ordered the Teriyaki Tori and I ordered The Original with a poached egg. The noodles come with sauce on the bottom which they advise to mix well within 2 minutes upon arrival. They also have chili oil, vinegar, sesame seeds, and garlic chips on the table to top off your ramen with if you wish to do so. The noodles are SO GOOD. They're thick and chewy, picking up so much flavor with every bite. The chashu was melt-in-your-mouth tender. I only wished I had more. I tried a piece of teriyaki chicken from my friend and it was incredible as well. The chicken was soft, juicy, and flavorful. The interior was cute with paper lanterns and Japanese decor.

TLDR: If you like Abura Soba - PSA, we got a great spot now. If you don't know what Abura Soba is, it's the soupless ramen you gotta try. Get the Original Plus, add an egg, raw onion and the fish powder. That's all you need. I've always loved ramen noodles, I especially love dry ramen noodles. Abura Soba translates roughly as oily noodles. Instead of soup, the ramen is mixed with sauce, oil and a variety of toppings. They do have traditional ramen if that's your thing but I encourage you to try the Abura Soba. It's so satisfyingly savory, the chew on the noodles is wonderful and the starchiness grips all of them fixings. They also provide on your table vinegar, chili oil, sesame, garlic and white pepper. So you can adjust the flavoring as you eat. The Original Plus comes with two types of chashu, lean slow-cooked pork shoulder and torched fatty pork belly. I recommend the poached egg for that bit of extra richess, the raw onion for that acid/crunch and the fish powder for umami dust. The Hommura is good too but I prefer the original. However, if minced mala pork sounds like your jam - you might like that one. The karaage is the best of all the appetizers, it's marinated well and fried very crisply. I hope they scale Kajiken out because if I lived near one, I'd be eating this every week.

Here's a hidden gem in Midtown that you need to add to your ramen rotation: Kajiken Ramen While they offer traditional ramen, their abura soba is the real star of the show. These thicker, chewier noodles are perfect for soaking up every bit of their rich, flavorful sauces, giving you a texture and taste experience. I'm obsessed with the Niku Miso-- slow-cooked pork, minced miso pork, a runny poached egg, chives, scallions, and nori, all coming together in one incredible bowl. Want to make it even better? Go for some extra toppings like kimchi, tamago, or corn--trust me, it's a game-changer! If you're a fan of dry noodles, Kajiken is a must-visit. They've also got some appetizers to get your meal started right. They got over 100 Follow @spinx17 for more NYC food recs!

This is a new place my friend recommended and it's amazing! I got the original soupless ramen. It sounds like it would be too dry but there's actually sauce on the bottom that you can mix up and also add your own chili oil, vinegar, fried garlic, etc that's on every table. This just opened up within the last 2 months and I've already been twice! The first time it was a Sunday afternoon and less busy and the second time it was a Friday evening. I think the food is amazing and the service isn't bad, but it seems like they're trying to figure out their bearings still being busy.

Looking for something new to try. Was so hungry and came across this place. If you are in the area Try Kajiken It is a very cute little ramen shop. Staff extremely friendly and attentive. They have good drinks and appetizers. Was starving forgot to take photos of my appetizers. Ramen very tasty and flavorful. I ordered the Old Bay Ebi. It's a must try. Will definitely return.

Known for its soupless ramen, it's rich, flavorful and bouncy. The best part is the noodles, on the thicker side so it grabs onto the sauce nicely, with a nice bite, very smooth, not mushy or stick together at all throughout the meal. You definitely need to mix very well to get every string of noodles coated for flavor. The sauce and toppings tend to sink to the bottom, especially the ground meats, so you may end up with a bunch of stuff at the end if you don't constant stir as you eat. Also the sauce can be a bit too salty (especially the miso flavored ones). The thinly sliced pork doesn't have much flavor (likely due to how thin it is), but are tender and not dry. The original one is our favorite, with thicker cut chashu, adding a soft egg to balance out the saltiness and add more creaminess Stay away from the rice dishes, the topping portion is very small and kinda dry, rice is not flavored, only the small chunks of meats/toppings have flavor. If you have more stomach after a bowl of noodle, just add a plain side rice to soak up the sauce on the bottom, much better deal. Or get appetizers, the fried oysters are pretty fresh and juicy, but coating is a bit too thick for our liking. Make reservation if you can, a small place so you mind need to wait. Their service is a bit slow as they get busy.

A decent ramen place in midtown with a cute interior with ramen bar seating - though the seating is bit tight with staff and customers walking behind very closely. The ramen is pretty cheap given the location (can't believe I'm saying $16 ramen is cheap now), the quality is decent with a soothing and rich broth.

Solid, hearty ramen that was perfectly all dente for a dry ramen. I love the concept of a dry ramen given the hot weather when you want to enjoy a tsukemen / mazemen type of noodle. I'd definitely recommend the original noodle ($16) that comes with 2-3 pieces of chasu, nori, and some mushrooms but no egg which is $1.25 to add half the egg lol. The noodle is a squiggly egg looking thick noodle, tons of noodles! The gesokara appetizer ($8.50) is fried octopus with a spicy Mayo - this was also a decent portion and tasty. The age tofu ($7.50) was different from agedashi tofu I've had before but still good - they're mini and the batter is giving mochi on the inside and crispy on the outside. The takoyaki ($8) was just okay, lots of batter with not a lot of octopus inside. The sukiyaki noodle ($16) was heavy on the sukiyaki flavor and not much else, and it was quite salty for my tastes! Stick to the original. Seating wise, my party of 3 were squeezed into a 2-top right next to the door where I was sitting on the window ledge so that we didn't have to wait. Although I think we should've waited the 5-10 min bc the door kept opening and both diners and delivery service people were definitely annoying to have hovering around loudly and letting hot air in. I'd def try to sit towards the back. A great option to have an alternative to traditional ramen - def worth a visit. The appetizers were half off with a purchase of a noodle during grand opening!