Lucky Cat Ramen

Stopped here on a weekend after a baseball game and wanted to grab a quick bite. Busy afternoon but was able to secure 3 seats. Food came out fast and server was attentive in refilling our waters. No rush on us to finish our meal. Appreciated the friendly service as well as the cleanliness of this eatery. Price for the ramen is amazingly reasonable and I would think that it is probably the lowest in the Portland area for now. Portions are also generous. This will be our future stopover whenever we need a quick and delicious bowl of ramen.

A simple quick bowl of ramen is sometimes all you need when in a rush. We stopped by here to get a quick bite and were impressed by the quick and very friendly service provided. There's only spots to sit at the counter and a limited menu to order from. I tried the beef shoyu ramen as it sounded interesting to me. The ramen came out pretty quick. The ramen had a good texture and the broth was very flavorful. It wasn't your standard ramen, but a bit unique, in a good way. The price was also one of the most reasonable for a bowl of ramen.

Second time here…I see why its rating is so high! We absolutely love it (including my 6 yr old). We come from out of town to shop at the hmart and I have to say it was the best meal of the trip! And the service is very sweet! Thank you!

I work one block away and every time it’s lunch time for me, I always think of this place so I’m here every week and have been going here consistently the past 3 months 🤣 never a disappointment. The workers know me already and they’re all so sweet and attentive. Ramen is top quality, flavors are there and even though I got used to level 5 spice, it still tastes amazing and I love the subtle kick. I’m literally addicted to tonkotsu ramen level 5 spice!! For the price it’s a lot cheaper than chain ramen restaurants in the area, even if you add additional toppings. It’s bar seating setting but if it ever gets full you can eat at their dining area in the back next to their hot food section. I love it here! Better than ramen ryoma, kyuru ramen etc etc

This place was DELICIOUS!!! I got the miso ramen, it changed my soul. The broth was so rich and filling. 10/10 would recommend!!!

LATEST REVIEW We tried a new beef ramen with a spicy level of 2 stars. My husband thought it was very spicy. The broth was full of beef flavor and was very clean. It came with generous portions of corn, seaweed, bok choy, and mushrooms. The beef slices were good as well. I ordered a 4-star spicy level Tonkotsu ramen. I haven't tried 5 stars, but I think 4 stars is my favorite level. It was just spicy enough. It wasn't extremely spicy, but I enjoyed the flavor profile. UPDATED REVIEW Still another five stars rating. I have been back for more ramen many times now. I accidentally tried 3 stars on spiciness and find that I can definitely try 4 stars next time. I also had their bamboo shoots. Like I said in the past review that I am not a fan of bamboo shoots. However I find that their bamboo shoots are pickled and rid of that nasty taste. I had the same tonkotsu ramen but noticed a lack of black garlic flavor. Do I need to request it? Please let me know if that is the case. I love black garlic and was a little disappointed that I couldn't quite taste it this time. I was also happy to see a whole japanese seasoned egg! OLD REVIEW Oh I have just discovered my favorite ramen restaurant in Portland. Their tonkotsu ramen is the best with a subtle hint of black garlic. The ramen came out chewy which was perfect. The soup stock was rich. I drank it all up. It came with a whole soy sauce egg (perhaps could be a little more soft), seaweed, lots of mushrooms, vegetable and thin slices of char siu. Five stars of spice levels to choose from. I wish I could get even more black garlic and then it would have been a bowl of perfect ramen!

This place is a hidden gem 😍 the ramens fantastic and super affordable. The bar is comfy and the service is quick. There are limited bar seats so it’s probably harder to get sat on the weekends, but the wait is worth it. They also have gluten free noodles which is a big plus!

As of this posting, a tonkotsu ramen is $12. God tier pricing and taste is what you’d expect. It is inside an H mart.

We tried a new beef ramen with a spicy level of 2 stars. My husband thought it was very spicy. The broth was full of beef flavor and was very clean. It came with generous portions of corn, seaweed, bok choy, and mushrooms. The beef slices were good as well. I ordered a 4-star spicy level Tonkotsu ramen. I haven't tried 5 stars, but I think 4 stars is my favorite level. It was just spicy enough. It wasn't extremely spicy, but I enjoyed the flavor profile.

This little mom-and-pop ramen right in front of HMart when you walk in might not look like much from the outside, but don't let that fool you--what they're serving up is nothing short of incredible. I ordered their spicy 3 star tonkotsu ramen, and wow. The broth was deep, tangy, bold, and full of that homemade flavor you can only get from a place that's been perfecting their recipe for years. The spice hits you fast and hard, so fair warning: if you're not great with heat, maybe ask them to go light. I like spicy food, and even for me, this was intense--but in a delicious, addictive kind of way. The noodles were springy and clearly made fresh, and the pork was unbelievably tender. The topping was fresh and thoughtfully placed, from the buttery soft egg to the crunchy bean sprouts and scallions. What really made this place shine was the price. Under $15 for a full, satisfying bowl that felt like it came straight from someone's home kitchen. Owner is a sweet lady. Support this little spot--you can taste the care in every bite. Just don't say I didn't warn you about the spice!

4.5/5 After doing some grocery shopping, the smell of ramen caught our attention. Lucky Cat Ramen is located inside H-Mart with the friendliest and quick service and staff. The owner of the ramen place also owns the Thai food place next door as well! We were seated right away and I ordered the Beef Shoyu Ramen. The menu description said that the ramen would come with tender chunks beef and there was a picture on the wall that showed chunky beef. The ramen came out very quickly and I was caught off guard seeing that I had thin slices of beef instead. The shoyu broth was very light but flavorful and the ramen noodles had a good texture. For being $12, they give you a pretty good portion and include a whole ramen egg. The beef was a little dry and not what I was expecting, so I would not order the beef one again. The pork tonkatsu ramen was amazing though. I got to try some of my partner's and I would definitely come back for the tonkatsu broth. The broth was creamy and garlicky, the chasu was thin, but it was not dry at all.

Wow! We ordered the Tonkatsu ramen, gyoza and fried shrimp. 10/10! Delicious broth, veggies and meat! The shrimp and dipping sauce were heavenly. Can't wait to go back and try something new! The service was quick and very friendly!

This place made Yelp's 100 Best Ramen list -- I think it was even in the top 20? And I can totally see why! Great prices, rich and creamy broth, and perfectly bouncy noodles. Hope they get a full restaurant someday!

Lucky Cat was by far the most authentic and flavorful ramen I've ever had! I've had this saved to my list for awhile and finally made the drive over here and I will definitely be coming back a few times a month. The service was very friendly and quick, less than 2 minutes from ordering my ramen was brought to me piping hot. The complimentary chili oil had a really nice flavor that elevated the broth and all of the veggies were cooked to perfection. I was worried the Bok Choy would be too hard to bite into but it was perfect. I wasn't a huge fan of the soy sauce egg, it was a bit too salty, and the bamboo shoots aren't to my taste, but I would honestly make no changes to the Tonkatsu. Maybe an order of extra noodles and that's it! The service was quick, friendly, and the seating area was clean and quickly flowing with new people. I would definitely recommend this place, any time, any day.

For the price this place is banger $12 for a bowl of decent ramen is a steal in today's prices. The ramen isn't the best but it hits the spot. The staff is friendly enough. Great lunch spot for sure. Only have bar style seating so not great for kids or big groups. And nice to hit the groceries after :)

This ramen has healing properties, I drove over an hour to get here and my bowl of miso ramen rid my of my head cold. One bowl of ramen has as many health benefits as a session in a +200° sauna. If you want service with a smile, a super authentic vibe and best of all, the best ramen in the PNW, make the trip out here. I certainly will!

Probably the best ramen deal around. For $12 got a hearty bowl of fixings, noodles and meat. The broth was pretty good as well. Really fun to dine in Hmart too to be able to go walk around after looking at cool treats. Only thing I'd mention is the meat slices are pretty thin but understandable for $12. Would definitely go again.

Saw Lucky Cat on Tik Tok so we had to check it out. We ordered beef double meat and tonkatsu ramen, and two orders of tempura shrimp. Within 5 minutes, the food came out steamy and hot. The broth flavor was good, noodle cooked well, and it was stocked with lots of meat and veggies. Ordering was quick and they were very helpful and pleasant. Lots of dining tables and someone to clean up.

A simple quick bowl of ramen is sometimes all you need when in a rush. We stopped by here to get a quick bite and were impressed by the quick and very friendly service provided. There's only spots to sit at the counter and a limited menu to order from. I tried the beef shoyu ramen as it sounded interesting to me. The ramen came out pretty quick. The ramen had a good texture and the broth was very flavorful. It wasn't your standard ramen, but a bit unique, in a good way. The price was also one of the most reasonable for a bowl of ramen.

First time catching them open cuz I tend to run errands the 1 day they are closed. (Mondays) The seating is very limited and looked like only stools but we lucked into two stools next to each other. Food was great, free tea and ice water, and the spice level choice was nice. Really flavorful broth! The pork was very thin sliced, my wife loved that but I prefer thicker slices. We didn't try anything other than the Tonkotsu ramen with spice levels 1 and 2 but will definitely be back!

I have been interested in trying Lucky Cat Raman for a long time and I finally made it here. My family of four all enjoyed our Raman. The portion size is large and the service was excellent. I loved the flavor of the broth, which I ordered at a medium spicy level. This was the perfect meal for a cold day!

The staffs, the owner, the service and the food were great. A bowl of Tonkotsu ramen with a choice of level of spicy from 1 to 5 with a side dish of Shrimp Tempura is out of this world. My wife and I often go there and my friends and my neighbor go there as well.

A great place to eat in a grocery store! Crazy, huh? This is the best ramen I've had in a very long time. Four choices (count 'em, four) on the menu. And they're all great. Great service, too....

A cute little spot inside H-mart, the prices are so great for the portions. I always find time to come here when I visit home. Service is great and the food comes quick :)

This ramen restaurant is nestled inside of H-mart. There is counter seating but you can also eat in their dining area towards the back as well. I tried their miso ramen as it's my usual go-to ramen and it was really delicious and flavorful. I got a level 3 spice and it was perfect. I tend to eat pretty spicy and 3 was an enjoyable level. I will definitely be back and recommend this place. All those times I went grocery shopping at h-mart and walked right by this place and had no idea it was so good.

Lucky Cat Ramen is worth the hype for its affordable ramen bowls. I love how you can adjust the spice level. I ordered the veggie ramen with kale noodles with a spice level of 4 and thought that the broth was burning my throat from the spice. I enjoyed the sweet corn in the ramen and thought that the portions were huge. I love the variety of mushrooms. Lots of fried tofu too. Service was excellent and quick. It's definitely nice to get! What a vibe to sit at the counter.

Located near entrance of H Mart which is convenient if you're hungry while grocery shopping. The restaurant itself has bar stool seating with no backs but there's a dining space down the aisle. I ordered the tonkotsu which was okay. Simple and broth didn't have a lot of depth. The cashu is on thinner side. Service was great though.

I'm in town from Vegas visiting family and my parents brought me to Lucky Cat Ramen to try out. My dad and I got the tonkotsu and my mom got the beef shoyu. The soup came out nice and hot, which was perfect in the cold, wet weather that was going through the area. The noodles and everything inside were fresh, the meat was tender and juicy and the portion size was very generous. I chose 1 as the spice level and that was more than enough to give it the right kick. I would definitely go back for the tonkotsu. The menu is very simple and service was fast and friendly. The restaurant is essentially a small counter space inside H-Mart pretty much near the entrance but for $12 a bowl, you can't beat the price.

This is one of my all time favorite ramen spots. The service is always very quick and the employees are the friendliest. It's great dinning in and taking to go. You can't go wrong with any choice, each ramen is delicious; and the broth is so rich and flavorful! They include 2 types of mushrooms and it is wonderful! They even have gluten free and vegetarian options. Plus they are only $12 a bowl so what a great deal!

Ramen, like pho or matzo ball soup, is good for what ails you or if you just want to feel that warm hug on a coldish day. Now Lucky Cat Ramen just got a top 100 on Yelp for best restaurants in the country for 2023. Number 62 to be exact. And being that I only live a couple miles from the H Mart that it is contained within and shop at semi regularly. I figured it was about time to try some more good ramen. Portland, being a city that boasts several ramen restaurants that came over directly from Japan, and having many local ramen shops as well, this is some stiff competition. Lucky Cat did not disappoint. First off, on observation, the cat aspect is well represented with figurines of cats everywhere. There is limited seating and on a Thursday afternoon after lunchtime I had no issues. Although I'd doubt one would get a chance to get a seat on a weekend or prepare to wait. There are a few app choices and four choices for ramen. I got beef shoyu ramen with strips of beef, shiitake and enoki mushrooms, sweet corn, soft boiled egg, greens and bamboo shoots. Apparently here you get a spicy option of levels 1-5. Of course, I'm getting level five. ramen. Most Japanese food is not one for being spicy, other than wasabi and the ramen here was no exception. Yes, I had a nice warm glow during and after eating, but nothing that was burning my tongue. The broth itself was so flavorful, with drops of chili oil and soy sauce and like any other ramen shop, you are not leaving hungry. I'd say that Lucky Cat being on the Yelp 100 list is not wrong. It's a great little hidden gem right down in Tigard. Come on over to the west side, we have good ramen. As always, enjoy and support local PDX businesses.

I have not had a lot of luck with Ramen in the Portland area. I have an amazing place in Vancouver Canada, and keep searching for similar here. So far Lucky Cat is the best I've had, despite it just being in the entry of H Mart and being pretty cheap and quick. The tonkatsu was delicious, not the highest high end ramen, but very good. Server was very nice and professional.

Really good ramen, friendly service, and great prices! It really hit the spot recently when I was getting over a cold...the spice sure helps!

Located inside the H-Mart is one of the best ramen funds ever. The soup has a great depth of flavor, the hot oil they add enhances that flavor as well as heat. The portions are plentiful as I was super full and satisfied - 5vpueces of char su pork, a whole egg (lots of places only give you half), and the service was super nice. There are bunch of cute decorations and you can do some shopping after. The deli area in the store can get you snacks and things for another meal.

Excellent ramen at a great price! I like to get their Tonkotsu ramen with level 3 or 4 spiciness and extra meat & veggies. The broth is definitely the highlight, which is paired with thin noodles (my preference). The meat is cut thin and nothing special, so I would recommend getting the extra meat as I do if you have a bigger appetite. The staff is also very friendly and quick to help with whatever you need. Recommended!

I was hedging between giving this great simple counter diner 4 stars or 5 stars. I've had better ramen for over $16/bowl, I've had better individual ramen components (noodle, broth, chashu, egg, veggies), and I've had larger portions elsewhere. But what earned Lucky Cat 5 stars was that all the taste aspects of the noodle bowls were very good, that is, no weak points. Plenty of noodle with just enough flavorful broth too. Different spice levels to tailor your stock.....2-3 is good enough unless you're a spicehead. What clinched the 5 stars was the super-friendly prompt service and the value ($12 for a good size bowl of yumminess is almost unheard of). Limited menu but you know you came for the ramen! Folks worry about the limited seating (only 12 stools) so close to the buildings chilly entrance, but there's extra tables further inside the HMart for "takeout" orders that the Lucky Cat staff will bring to you. I might have found my "go-to" ramen place in PDX!

I knew I had to try this place when it made it onto the recent Yelp list of top 100 places to eat in the US. Situated right at the entrance of H Mart in Tigard, there can be quite a bit of foot traffic. We needed to go to H mart anyway to pick up some items, so it was the perfect time to try out lucky cat. We got what we needed from H mart, placed our items in the car, then came back to eat This place has counter seating only if you want to dine here. There were only a couple open seats when we came, and it was quite busy. None the less we were able to get two seats next to each other I am a pretty indecisive person, so I actually really appreciate the simplicity of the menu. Don't let the simplicity make you think there is anything simple about the food here I opted for the veggie ramen, which is uncharacteristic of me as I usually get the tonkatsu. What really drew me was the kale noodles, which I learned you can sub in any of their non veggie ramens for $1 The people working here are so kind and attentive. Our food came out piping hot, and everything was so fragrant. I was so blown away by the veggie ramen. The broth had a depth I thought could only be achieved with a meat based broth. I also loved the kale noodles and now they were perfectly Al dente. Usually I feel veggie noodles tend to fall apart, but not these! The tonkatsu ramen was also fantastic. Again a very flavorful broth with a lot of depth and dimension, and perfectly Al dente noodles The ingredients here are fresh and portions are generous. You get to choose your spicy level, from 1-5. I ended up taking some as left over, which i am very excited to eat as a late night snack or late lunch in the morning. TL;DR-- you must come here! I am not surprised it made it onto the top 100 places to eat in the US. Don't be scared to try the veggie broth even if you aren't vegetarian/vegan

The ramen here is great. Full stop. But if you're gluten free like me, you will be absolutely THRILLED with their GF version. I've tried others and have been sorely disappointed with all the stuff they have to take out to make it GF. Lucky Cat is the full experience, with only a couple of ingredients not available due to gluten. The broth is ridiculously flavorful. And it's actually very reasonably priced. The people are friendly, service is quick. I get the Tonkotsu. BTW, they are ranked #15 on Yelp's Best Ramen in America list.

I can't believe I have not added a review to this ramen place until now. I discovered this place when it was recognized as Yelp's 100 Best Places to Eat. They serve only 4 different kinds of ramen. I tried the tonkutso ramen and the veggie ramen. The veggie ramen here beats all of the of veggie ramen combined from all of the top ramen places in Portland. The price? All the these ramen costs $12! The servers are all kind and very good. Will keep coming back to this place.

I was reading some online article that rated this place as #1 ramen in Portland. Being a ramen fan, I HAD to try it. Well, as you can see from my rating, IMHO it was definitely not the best in Portland. Before I even tasted it, I could see that the egg was overcooked - no ooey gooey goodness it supposed to have. The broth doesn't have the depth that I'm looking for in a tonkotsu broth. The chasu is not bad, but sliced very thin. I do like the enoki they added. While I didn't order it, the guy next to me ordered the shrimp tempura and I could tell it's one of those frozen shrimp tempura they fried. Not one that was breaded and fried in house. They were busy but service was pretty good because it's counter seating so they're able to see if you need a water/tea refill or something else.

I love this place! Delicious hot Asian style soup, hard working friendly ladies. Small menu but very efficient and tasty! Highly recommended.

I got norovirus from eating at Lucky Cat Ramen on 3/1/25 at 5:30pm. Eat at your own risk!

No wonder it's listed in top 100 yelp list of places to eat , Ramen's here are top class. Very simple menu with choice of 4 ramen's and they have just perfected it with ease. It's a small outlet inside H-mart. Very nice and friendly staff/owner who is very polite and helps with order. We had tonkotsu and miso , both were delicious. Fried Gyoza and tempura shrimp are definitely go to appetiser's. Do try this place. It's not fancy, but they do know what they are serving and does it well

Been coming here for a long time. We love this place it is so good. But recently they switched to cheap plastic bowls. That are not even dishwasher save. Which means they are not safe enough to handle the temperature of the hot broth poured into them. I'll update my review when they get rid of plastic leaching bowls. "No, melamine is generally not considered safe for serving hot food as it can leach chemicals into the food, especially when heated to high temperatures; while it may be okay for serving warm food briefly, you should avoid using melamine dishes to serve very hot food"

Ambiance: zero Food: 5 Star Service: 5 Star Come here for the food. And do come here. This is the best Ramen in the area. There is so much flavor in this Ramen, chunks of ginger, lots of mushrooms, plenty of meat in a delicious broth... oh, and noodles too. They have a few other small-plate sort of things here, but the Ramen is the star and they do it so well. Lucky Cat is in H-Mart, the large Korean grocery store. Lucky Cat is immediately to your right as you come in the main entrance. At first glance, there are only a few seats at the bar. But, if you check in with them, they will serve you in the sit down area just a few dozen feet away. The menu is limited and maybe not best for children. But they do have vegetarian options available. And in the sit-down area, it's very accessible. It's right off of Highway 99W with easy traffic-light access from either direction. Plenty of parking. And, you can pick up a few things at H-Mart while you're there. In conclusion: excellent ramen. I highly recommend it.

Super cute ramen place inside of Hmart! I always walk past this gem when I grocery shop but never had time to check it out. After I heard it was on yelp's top 100 list, I had to check it out! And I'm glad I did! It had very limited bar seating only, but I went around 5:30 and sat down immediately. It did get busy as the night progressed. The service is great and the staff is super friendly! I got gyoza, complementary hot tea, the classic ramen, and the mochi. For two of us it was less than $20 each! Great deal! I will definitely be coming back!

We just found out that Lucky Cat made Yelps Top 100 places in the U.S. What a treat to finally make it here. Situated in H-Mart, there are only about 12 countertop seats with a simple menu. Staff were really great, kind and quick. One of the best things was the free hot tea!! Never seen this but so happy to have a hot beverage on a cold/wet day. Bring a jacket because this Ramen spot is next to the front entrance of the mart. We had an order of Gyoza and Tankatsu Ramen. You'll notice the the difference in color of our broths based on the spice level. My buddy 1/5 on the spice level and mine was 3/5 on the spice level. Come enjoy and I promise you'll appreciate your experience here.

Broth, amazing. Noodles, delicious. Meat, tender. Veggies, fresh. We had two different ramens and both we excellent. We will be back.

Absolutely delicious! Located in H Mart, this tiny ramen spot is not to be slept on. Limited menu but everything is done well. Huge portions and well priced! My husband and I always get this take out because the seating is tiny inside. But it is always incredibly well packaged and stays hot and fresh. My favorite part about this ramen spot is they have GLUTEN FREE NOODLES!! Like what!!!?? That is so amazing. And they're top notch too. Not tiny thin glass noodles or super thin rice street noodles. But hold up to the broth and vegetables. Very happy this is near my house. Have gone many times and will keep coming back!

Amazing food! Ramen (both noodles and broth) was so good! The service is fantastic as well! Been here quite a a bit recently and excited to come back.

This place is nestled nicely within H Mart. They have great food great prices and I really enjoyed my Ramen here 10 out of 10 great spot. Service exceptional!

Lunch was an afterthought as I was about to exit the grocery store, in the end I had one of the best bowl of ramen in Portland. The Tonkotsu is their top seller, but I went with the veggie (w/Kale noodles.) The broth was uniquely delicious, a heat level two was just right. Also ordered yummy tempura shrimp, the batter wasn't classic light and flakey, but still very good. And three pieces for $5 is a deal. Overall, great taste, value, friendliness, and quick execution.

This is my favorite ramen! The service is quick and always reliable. The free hot tea is delicious. The ambiance is nice.

They have amazing miso ramen. The food is super authentic, delicious and the service is super fast.

I really really wanted to enjoy this restaurant. I have been 3 times now. The staff is very kind and attentive, which I genuinely appreciated. It's tucked away in the corner as soon as you enter H-mart, bar seating makes it a very personal ramen experience. Getting into the ramen. I have tried the miso and shoyu now. I came last with my friend (we are ramen fanatics) and just were not very satisfied. I felt the ramen lacked a depth of flavor. The noodles weren't the right tenderness and were sort of clumped together. The toppings are quite generous, which I did truly appreciate. Unfortunately, I don't think I will be returning. :(

This is a little ramen bar inside of H-mart and we just sat to eat after grocery shopping. We got our food quickly and service was great. I ordered the tonkatsu ramen and it was decent. The soup was pretty flavorful but got me pretty thirsty after. The beef shoyu ramen was not impressive at all. I could have made a bed bowl at home. The noodles were alright. Not really as bouncy as ramen noodles are supposed to be but I wasn't expecting it to be comparable to a top notch ramen spot. Overall, serving size was good and the one I ordered was ok.

restaurant is a stall inside h-mart. broth isn't as flavorful as other ramen restaurants, but $12 is a steal in this economy! large portion! i will definitely be back.

Foodie over 40 years across four continents. Outstanding yumminess! Excellent food quality, selection and even relative authenticity. Terrific value and always delivers a great meal