Kami Ramen

If they are serving half boiled marinated eggs for your ramen, you know they are on the right track for authentic Japanese ramen. They have several different types of noodles to fit your preferences. From rich broth to spicy broth, you will be able to find a ramen that comforts your pallets. Not into broth for some reason? They also have some options for rice dishes, such as Katsu combo or Don (meaning topped rice). Appetizers are not too heavy and full of deliciousness. Only downside I can think of this restaurant is the limited seatings/parking spaces and somewhat unclear instructions on waiting list. Because there is no host, you are kind of on your own to find the clipboard for waitlist and write your name down. Some may say ordering through kiosk is complicated, but instructions on kiosk is very straight forward and you can even see all kinds of modification/add-on options for your meal on one screen.

I am visiting from Texas and had the Veggie ramen; my friend had the spicy miso ramen. The veggie ramen was very flavorful (I added some spice to it). Tofu was great. The spicy miso ramen was not very spicy didn’t have as much toppings or meat in it. I also got the yogurt green tea with the brown sugar boba. The boba is not like the regular black and circular boba and tasted different but just ok. About $17 per ramen and the drink was almost $7.

Interesting. Unfortunate. First time here. Small spot, limited parking, long wait, limited seating. On entry you have to squeeze in, and sign up on a paper waiting list. Once you get a table, you then have to get up and digitally order your food selection from a computer menu (which may have a line) as well as pay/tip in advance, then you take a number back with you to identify your table for delivery. Want another drink? Additional appetizer? Get back up and go back over to order another individual item from the computer, and then pay again. The entrée I ordered was not in stock so I was asked to select something else. I had ordered the japanese curry, thinking it may possibly be the only unbreaded chicken option on the menu (since I was with a group that selected our eating spot, and I'm on a health kick). When the waitress came over to inform me my oder wasn't available, she offered black or traditional curry instead. I tried to verify that these options were both unbreaded chicken as well. But she seemed confused, and then confirmed that they were served with"plain" chicken. So I ordered the black. Yep. Breaded. Laid out on top of a dark sauce, not cooked into it. When it was served I commented that the meat was in fact breaded, even though she had told me that it wouldn't be. She said that all of the Katsu is breaded... I told her I wasn't trying to order chicken Katsu curry, but a traditional curry (like I THOUGHT the Japanese curry was) and she said that all of the chicken they serve is always breaded.. 🤔 Ah. Ok. Good to know. (Not what you said a minute ago.) I'm honestly still not sure if that is even true. She asked if I wanted her to remove the chicken from the plate 😅 (so that I would have a plate of empty sauce and steamed rice on the side?), but I declined and decided to just go ahead and have a reluctant cheat day on calories, instead of a plate empty of content.. (Should have just ordered the ramen.) Gotta say, the black curry sauce was actually very tasty. Not upset about that. The only other thing I ordered was the sweet and spicy edamame, and it was legitimately served cold. 🫣 Not like, no longer hot. But actually chilled. Like it came from a refrigerator? I've never had that. The soybeans were crunchy, and uncooked. I didn't complain.. (by this point I was feeling like a picky problem customer) so I just didnt eat them. It honestly takes quite a lot to get me bothered, and this place was striking out. As delicious as that black curry sauce was.. I don't think I'll be back to this particular ramen spot. There are better options close by, with a more knowledgeable staff, and diverse menu options.

Love Kami Ramen! They have changed the ordering process and it was a little confusing. Once I figured it out, it was great. We could have used a water refill and the servers just delivered our food and didn’t check in to refill water or if we needed anything after.

This is the best food I’ve put in my mouth in a long time 😆 it’s so bomb! They eggs are cooked perfectly and the broth is savory and delicious! Highly recommend! I’ve been there like 5 times already this past week for lunch as it’s quick convenient and delish! I love the kiosk to order then just sit right up at the bar. Workers are friendly too!

I love Kami Ramen. This is the go to restaurant in Anchorage for my wife and I. We always get the spicy tonkotsu and masago mayo fries. Never had a bad meal here. I've been to Japan and I'll say this is definitely the most authentic ramen in town. Only down side is there is limited parking and seating so get there early.

Takuyaki!!!! Yall know how much i love a good takuyaki. This takuyaki is awesome and ill ve coming back to it. I tried the vegtable ramen, it was good with hand breaded tofu but the broth needs a lil deeper flavor. The mayo fries which seemed to have cheese and a form of maybe some homemmade thousand island, idk if it was mayo? But they were super well fried and the sauce made them slap. Um the downside is the door in the picturr REAKS of cigrette. Its definetly this ancient building though. I think they need to upgrade there spot already haha. Not really there fault, this builing is OlD like i remember when i was like 5 and it was luigis lmao

Kami Ramen is a dining experience. From the minute you get there. Sign up, and be prepared to wait, elbow to elbow with others willing to wait! Usually 5-10 minutes will find you seated. Try the Pork Belly appetizer! I like the spicy noodles. My girlfriend likes the traditional. Make your meal an experience and enjoy!

Went Kami Ramen on a recommendation of a friend. Yelp reviews only solidified my reason for coming. Upon entering you enter a clean Japanese ramen shop with a friendly welcome by the Kami team. Your seating can range from high top table, counter or half booth. The menu has a good variety of appetizers, ramen bowls, and other Japanese entrees. We had great pleasure to meet the owner who also took our order. We ordered tonkotsu ramen, spicy & sweet edamame, and gyoza. Ramen was full of flavor that was only enhanced with the noodles. Broth is cloudy and thick with good texture. Chashu were thinly cut and well prepared. Toppings were perfect. We enjoyed the entire meal and service. I have book marked Kami Ramen and look forward to a return visit when in town. Thank you Kami Ramen.

Like Bill L. said, the place was busy! Thankfully, I ordered online and was only picking up. However, even that took 15 minutes for me to be acknowledged and then handed my food that was already sitting on a pickup rack. The ramen was very good, but does not beat my number one ramen spot. I would have liked more broth. I am glad that I ordered the spicy sauce, because without it, I believe the broth would've been a little bland. Overall, I give the Veggie Ramen a B. I also purchased a red bean ice cream fish bar. It was tasty, I like red bean desserts and do not see them often. I give that treat a B+. I do highly recommend others give this place a try, if they are on the fence.

Always busy - if you get a seat w/o waiting you're lucky!!! Took my kido for the first time. As always the food and service are great

Cute little place; sitting is limited if you have a large group. We came here for lunch. We got Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen, Tonkotsu Ramen and Pork Chashu Sandwich and kumquat lemon green tea. All delicious, fresh and tasty. Kids ate everything and they can get picky. Food was good and arrive very fast after we ordered. Would recommend and will come back.

Trust me, I know ramen. This is Anchorage, and this is the best ramen you'll find here for the right price.

The ramen was absolutely delicious here. The broth was so flavorful. Also had some of the best service here! Our server was going above and beyond to accommodate us despite it being busy, which we appreciated so much. Can't wait to come back

My favorite ramen in Anchorage! I can't say too much about it, but it is so rich and filling, the broth is just perfect. And the French fries are my absolute favorite. Definitely have to add some chili oil and black truffle oil to everything! The peach tea is a great add on, too. As for the space, I wish it was a little larger, but I've never had a problem with waiting, cause it's worth it. Seating is limited but there is plenty of bar space if you are going on your own. And the staff is awesome, very efficient and friendly, which is always important!

Nice and cozy dining place We ordered ramen and curry chicken rice. The ramen soup is rich and tasty. The curry chicken is a bit spicy. Overall, it is good place to eat.

I loveee the ramen and mayo fries so much here ! Staff is also very friendly, only con is that it's a small place for how people it's gotten now, hoping for a expansion in the near future ;)

Still good! Still my favorite ramen spot in Anchorage! I like the lychee fizz drink, I think I will try the lychee green tea maybe? Might switch it up. We got the pork chasu sandwich, which is pork on a bao bun. It is very small, like three bites for $4.50. This time around I got the shio ramen. I decided I like the pork better instead of the chicken, so this is my note for next time. I feel like I had less chicken than last time. (Picture is last visit not this one) I do want to try the vegetable ramen, which I might try next time. I think my favorite is the kuromayu ramen, it is identical to the tonkotsu ramen but has black garlic oil. We managed to snag a table around 12 noon, but soon after there was a bit of a wait as the 5 tables and the bar was full. It doesn't take too long to get the ramen out, the other food options take a little longer I believe so people can be in and out. YUM!!

I'm a chef visiting from New Orleans in the thick of winter. 5 stars‍ The service was amazing. The food was even better

Good but not great ramen and bao, service quality not super great and prices are slightly expensive.

I was disappointed with my tonkotsu ramen. The pork was fine and the egg was fine, but what should have been the stars - the noodles and broth - just didn't shine through. Broth had little flavor and my noodles were too soft. Small portion size too. I loved the sit up bar and the vibes here, but don't think I'll be coming back unless it's for something other than ramen.

Philip and team we're awesome and super accommodating to me and my party of 7. Nice spot but small reminds me of Japan. Definitely one of the best ramen spots in Anchorage worth the wait make sure you check in on the app. Food overall is a 4.5 out of 5 look forward to coming back!

Cute little restaurant with great quick and friendly service. Most of amenities places only offer Chasu which I can't eat due to texture. I was incredibly happy when I found out Kami serves Tan Tan Men. It was delicious and hit the spot. Will definitely be back and this is now my go to spot for ramen in Anchorage.

The spicy tonkotsu ramen is delicious and all the sides I tried (crispy gyoza, fries, edamame, and mochiko chicken) were great. I am looking forward to trying another kind on my next visit because they all sounded amazing. I also really want to try the fried pork belly. Yum! The staff was super friendly and the atmosphere was clean and cozy. This will 100% be my go-to ramen place in town!

New collab with Barnacle Foods. Had Bullwhip Kelp Chili Crisp dry noodle ramen and Bullwhip Kelp Serrano Pork Chashu sandwich - Next level NOMs! Sweet heat! And new Door Dash up and coming tasty possibilities. Grateful to be given the opportunity to try this amazing Malaysian curry dish. New foodie adventures are happening right now! Go check it out!

Food, I had vegetables ramen, the clear broth is very aromatic, smell of mushrooms. Service, is quick and d friendly, the check is accurate.

I joined the waitlist on my way to the restaurant. We had to find parking as it is limited with a small parking lot. We came inside and waited about 10 mins before we were able to get seated. The staff were friendly and efficient. Location: close to the airport if you are looking for a quick meal (as long as the wait isn't too long) Parking: The restaurant has its own parking lot but it's quite small so try to carpool if you are coming with friends. Spicy tonkotsu ramen ($16): the ramen was the perfect amount of spicy and delicious broth (not too oily). The portion is perfect to get you filled/satisfied. A great meal for a gloomy day! Mochiko chicken ($7): the chicken came out hot and crispy. The sweet & sour sauce complemented the chicken. I'll be back when I'm craving ramen.

Disappointed! With how bustling and vibrant this place was, I was really looking forward to a rich, warm bowl of ramen on a freezing cold day. I will say, the inside is fun and well decorated, and the space is tight like an authentic ramen restaurant, so that's cool. Service also wasn't bad. On to the food. I got the spicy miso ramen and it just wasn't good. The menu advertised it as being umami rich which is honestly laughable. It tasted like the broth you make yourself at home from ramen noodle packets with a sprinkling of hot spices/you know what I'm talking about lol! the egg was the best part of my bowl. But $1.50 for an extra half of a soft boiled egg is pretty steep! I for sure thought I was getting a whole one in addition to my half. Even the chicken was incredibly bland. I can also confidently say the Kuromayu ramen was just as weak and boring. The pork belly app was *also* a miss. Pork belly is supposed to be rich, heavy and fatty. This tasted like a fried pork chop. The green tea I got was heavily perfumed and couldn't be classified as green tea anymore with how different and oily it tasted. Do avoid it if you like your teas untarnished. But your best bet is to avoid this place altogether.

A good place for a quick meal. Two of us had Kuromaya Ramen, good thick silky broth. We had fast service because we arrived before 5pm on a week night. All tables were full a bit after 5pm. Fun ambiance, you can watch the food prep in the open kitchen.

Service was standard. Water was refilled consistently and I have no complaints. When it comes to the Ramen I thought it was amazing. I got the spicy tonkatsu ramen, and this was the best ramen/most comparable to ramen from Japan that I've had. The broth was rich with perfect flavor. You can tell the noodles are authentic and not cheap instant noodles. I cannot recommend this place enough.

Definitely worth the tight space and the 10-min wait! If you can swing a later lunch, there were no lines and an open table as we left around 1:30 on a Friday. From the fruity drinks to fried tofu, our party of 5 enjoyed every last bite and slurp of our meal. Our picky toddler filled and finished her little bowl once with daddy's Tonkotsu and twice with big sister's Miso Ramen, which she was loathed to share. Luckily, big sis didn't have to share any of her beautifully charred and seasoned chasu since there was still mochiko chicken (like karaage nuggets) to cut into little sister's bowl. The waitresses managed to be friendly, while also getting things out as fast as they could, without compromising the quality of the food and dining experience.

Sensational spicy tonkatsu ramen, calamari, takoyaki & machiko chicken don!! We licked everything clean!! Service was friendly and efficient.

Visited Anchorage for the first time, and Kami Ramen was high on our list: Malaysian-Japanese ramen? A must-try! Was definitely glad we went a little earlier than we were hungry, because the wait at 6:10PM (on a Wednesday!) was ~45-minutes. That said, I'm glad we stuck it out so we could devour: - Crispy Gyoza, which was crispy and had great flavor; - Mochiko Chicken, which came with this great sweet'n'sour dipping sauce; - Spicy Miso Ramen (umami-rich miso taste chicken broth, topped with chasu chicken, half ramen egg, light negi, corn, spicy sauce, and nori), which was a nice level of spice--I could've kicked it up a notch, but found I didn't need to--and had a nicely marinated egg; - Tan Tan Men (spicy creamy chicken broth, topped with minced pork, half ramen egg, negi, and nori), which also had great flavor. Wonderful service, even though they were being run off their feet! Definitely recommend.

This place is legit. Best ramen in anchorage, hands down. Spicy miso is 10/10, tonkatsu is as well, the umami fries are ok, and the potstickers are dynamite. Will be coming again but not too often cause its not the cheapest lunch in town.

My favorite ramen in Alaska. I crave it. Highly recommend, especially on a cold and rainy day.

Honestly was blown away with this ramen place. We were visiting and I wasn't sure what to expect for ramen in Anchorage but this place was really good in comparison to places I've tried in other cities. Lots of flavor!

The battle of the spicy ramen! I ordered spicy tonkotsu ramen and my wife ordered spicy miso ramen, both were very good, spicy miso was, however, much better! It had a richer flavor and more spice, there's almost no comparison. If I hadn't compared the two, I would've have still been happy with the tonkotsu. She won't this round. This place is small and always crowded, be prepared to wait while awkwardly jammed by the door. Also, use the QR code if seated at the bar to order quicker. Prices are reasonable but the biggest downside of this place is the smallest portions I've ever had from ramen - this is not necessarily a bad thing, I never usually am able to finish the entire bowl elsewhere. Here, I finished it, was kind of full, but after 10 minutes I felt like I didn't want any more food. So, big picture, you won't feel bad about yourself after eating your entire bowl here, but no chance for leftovers. Other than that, it's a clean restaurant, nothing special, quickly served, in and out. Definitely worth a visit.

The ramen is not half bad, and the prices are very reasonable. Service is always kind and polite. I enjoy eating here because the atmosphere feels like a genuine ramen shop one would come across in a place like Japan. Check it out, you won't be disappointed.

This lil spot is on point... the noodles was cooked to perfection n the broth was super delicious... the service was quick n very professional... this place is bomb

Cute little Ramen spot. It hits the spot for your ramen fix. The customer service was quick and easy. Would definitely recommend trying to get there an hour before rush hour! Recommend the pot stickers !

I went in around 2 PM on a Wednesday by myself. I was sat at the bar right away, ordered the kuromayu ramen and had them make it spicy. It was delicious! The broth was rich and the flavor was on point. The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was fun. I will definitely be a returning customer.

Amazing food ,service is excellent, limited seating, but well worth wait. Parking is tight.

We love having this delicious ramen house so close to our neighborhood. It feels like we've stepped into a city restaurant, with the sound of traffic outside, the crowd of the people trying to get in, and the steam rising off the pots in the kitchen. The ramen was great but we were surprised to love the goopy and flavorful French fries.

Wow Well I was here a week ago? Yes I am back. Staff is super friendly and busy. They have a ipad to check in for your party size when you walk in. The space will fill up so be prepared to wait! The food is so good! We got the pork buns this time and wow so worth it. Ice cream is yes in a package but worthy of a trip home. I am always so full when we come here. I have to take togo with my ramen. Got the spicy ramen again! Ahhh so good and spicy. Not crazy but has a kick also they will give you more if you want. The place is great clean and so nice and cozy. We will be coming back again and again.!

Definitely a must try! I'll be going again to try the other ramens! Went with hubs for a quick lunch.. and it's still a hot spot! Had to get on the waiting list through the Yelp app which was super helpful. Parking is small and very tight especially with the recent heavy snowfall. Service is fast, friendly (waited 11 minutes) and our food came out quick (less than 10min)! So customers are in/out in a timely manner making room for more hungry individuals in a tiny restaurant. The ramen is by far the best served in Anchorage so far I think! Good portions for the price. Balance of sweet/spicy/salty. The broth is delicious with such tender chasu pork! Perfect egg btw-- Definitely brought great flavor profiles with appetizers and ramen. I would've ordered a rice dish, but I was stuffed!

Have been twice in the past 2 weeks. Love this place! Have tried both the tonkatsu and the spicy tonkatsu and they are awesome. The gioza are tasty and the pork belly was great too. Be sure to get the mushrooms added to your ramen as well. Service was quick and friendly too.

I was seated so fast my first time in (second time I had a wait but it was dinner time) and the food was efficient consistently. I loved the Veggie Ramen with an extra egg and a side of spicy sauce! The tofu is well fried, but eat it fast so it won't get soggy in your broth! Love this place, can't wait to go again and again. Sad for the day I move away and can't have it anymore. Psa. Active bustling energy inside.

The food here can't be beat. My partner had the tonkostu ramen, and I got one of the tomato fried rices, so we could try a selection of what they had to offer. We also got the pork chasu sandwiches as appetizers, and they were honestly worth it just for those. The ramen broth was rich and savory, and the fried rice was cooked perfectly, and the tomato added a nice acidity to what is usually an otherwise very heavy dish. The only thing I would say is that I hope they are able to move into a larger location one day, as the current location is very, very limiting in how many groups can be sat at a time. I would honestly say that is currently the only shortcoming of Kami ramen, and isn't even worth taking off a star as you can put yourself on the waitlist beforehand. Overall, I would say this is a must stop if you enjoy ramen, or just good food in general!

Best ramen in Anchorage hands down!! Attentive waitress, and the menu is made to order

This is my go-to affordable but delicious Ramen spot. Don't know why it took me so long to try them. The ramen here is very good, broth is so flavorful. The one thing I like about this place in comparison to my other favorite ramen spot, Whisky & Ramen, is that Kami offers more choices for the different kinds of ramen and broth. Noodle are cooked well and there's a bunch of add-ons I can choose from. I've had better Bao buns but it's not bad. The calamari is delicious, crispy and well-seasoned, and you have to try the Tobiko Mayo Fries! Trust me, you won't regret it. Don't forget about the drinks; the bubble drinks. They have jelly and boba pearls. I have literally gone there just to get the drinks. Definitely a favorite spot for me. I already suggested they expand because they cannot accommodate large groups so I wouldn't go bringing like 6+ people group. Most tables seat like 4 people. They do have bar seating too.

Kami was a pop-up when I last visited them, but today, I finally visited their new physical space and...WOW. Simply incredible! It has a unique and fun "small place in a big city" vibe that so few spots in Anchorage have. The ramen was just as tasty as ever. What really impressed me though: the service! The owner recognized me from last time. I had multiple people serving me. Everything was polite, efficient, and FAST. You can easily come in here on a 1-hour lunch break...and maaaaybe even on a 30 min break if you work close enough to them. That is damn impressive for a sit-down restaurant! Everything positive I've said in the previous review still stands!

Amazing and best ramen in Alaska! I order here like once a week sometimes 2x if it's raining outside. Their spicy tonkatsu ramen and the fried calamari is my favorite.

This was the most scrumdiddlyumptious meal I've had in Anchorage so far. The meal was amazing, our drinks were amazing and the service was outstanding 10000/5 stars so happy with the experience.

Excellent taste and obvious quality. There was a waiting line, but you check in and can wait on your car. The servers are very polite. The food is high quality and it takes time to serve, but worth it. Everything we got was delicious.

Do yourself a favor and go here!! We got the crispy gyoza for an appetizer and I loved the dipping sauce it came with. For mains we got the Tan Tan Ramen and the Chicken Katsu curry and it was phenomenal! The ramen was so creamy and the perfect spice level and the curry was so comforting and flavorful with the perfect crispy chicken to go with it. Great prices for what you get and the service is amazing! The wait staff were so sweet and attentive and it's such a cute shop to hangout at. Will definitely be coming back again soon!

I passed Kami right as I was pulling out of the parking lot of Pho Lotus, and thought 'Ooo! Another Ramen place for me to try!' I came back the next day and was very excited to get to try either their Shoyu Chicken Ramen or Vegetable Ramen. The interior of the restaurant is small, but very quaint and cozy. It reminds me of a Hiyao Miyazaki animated film where the characters are sitting around the ramen bar eating steamy bowls of ramen. I wanted to know which of the two, Shoyu or Vegetable ramen was more flavorful, so I asked the waitress which one had more flavor. She pointed out the Shoyu. I ordered that and another very interesting sounding appetizer, Tobiko Mayo Fries. Basically, they took Japanese Mayo and blended it with tobiko fish eggs. It tasted very similar to ketchup, except with a fancy taste. I loved it! The Shoyu had the right balance of chicken and soy sauce flavor and wasn't too salty. It had a delicious half cooked egg that still had the yoke partially uncooked. It gave the dish a brighter flavor. I will definitely be back here. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and vibe. The ramen is reasonably priced for what you get and the appetizers are as well. I'll be trying the Vegetable Ramen next.

This is a good restaurant to add to your list for ramen. To start our meal, we tried the deep fried pork belly and it was delicious, very tasty and flavorful. The Katsu chicken curry was a good portion and it had a had a nice crunch to it. The only thing I would improve about that dish is the seasoning, it could use some more. Finally, we had the Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen and it was a good choice. The spice was nice, but again the seasoning could be better. The service was great, the waiter was attentive and well knowledgeable about the menu. The restaurant itself is not that big, but it's intimate. I'd definitely recommend.