Menya Musashi Tsukemen & Ramen（Kirkland）

This is my third time trying ramen, the first two I was disappointed. This time I was satisfied. I came in during lunch on a rainy cold weekday. The restaurant only had one other person eating inside. I ordered my food at the kiosk before seating myself. I decided to go with the original pork tonkotsu ramen with added egg. My ramen came out within ten minutes of me sitting down. I could smell the seared pork fat on the pork belly and it smelled spectacular. There was a small jar of dry chili and garlic, I sprinkled many spoons onto my ramen, it wasn’t too spicy at all. I just love dried garlic. The pork broth was rich and heartwarming. The noodles were bouncy and chewy. The pork belly fell apart in my mouth, the sear on the pork belly enhanced its flavor more. I love the Woodear mushrooms in the ramen, as well as the spinach. The eggs seem like they were marinated in a soy base sauce. The best ramen I have tried so far, I can’t wait to try the other flavors .

Update: We went back again! It was just as amazing as the first time and I got the hybrid ramen with a potato croquette bao and my partner got curry +ramen. Omg. Melt-in-your-mouth pork and a lovely crunch on the croquette! I would have gladly swapped bites 1:1 with my partner's lunch if he'd have let me... Original: I meant to take a photo before I devoured my lunch.... but it smelled too good to wait. Incredibly tender fried chicken, with a crispy outside... we'll definitely be coming back so I can try more things! The bites I stole of my partner's curry were also incredible, so maybe I'll get that next time?

The ramens was pretty good and the dipping noodles were also pretty tasty. It’s all self order so it was really cool. There is a big table on the middle and you have to share with others so that was kinda weird. Overall a okay experience with okay food but I would go again.

My partner and I love eating here! It’s super small and sometimes the lines can be long but always a great stop for lunch for us. The portions are such a good size and the overall quality is so good. My favorite is the Vegan Spicy Miso Ramen!

The ramen is just okay for me, but the chicken karaage is the best one I have ever had. It is crispy, light with a thin coating outside and a juicy and flavorful meat inside. I ordered more chicken Togo and will come back for it.

Tasty ramen, good portions. Both the spicy and the classic were very good. Also got a side of fried chicken which never fails to please. Self order at the kiosk and everything is brought to your table. No cash accepted. Lots of parking, good service.

Both the ramen and the dipping ramen were a bit disappointing. The flavor felt too “westernized,” with a lot of cream in the sauce and soup that made it quite heavy. The pork and bacon also had mostly fatty parts, so I couldn’t finish them. The dine-in area is quite small, so takeout seems to be a more common option for most customers.

The 2nd best ramen I have ever had. This place has great execution with every item on the menu and will leave you full and your palate satisfied completely. I will continue to come here many times over. They are very fortunate that Arashi Ramen does not open up a Bellevue area location 😅 Much love to everyone that works here they work very hard and create unforgettable, high quality dishes.

Ordering is done at a kiosk by the door. We ordered the spicy miso ramen and the black tsukemen. We waited patiently for our food and it came out shortly. The lady the worked there was slow, not happy and unpleasant. It was obvious she didn't like her job or wanted to do anything. As she shuffled area, those Crocs made an annoying noise. The restaurant was small and had Japanese music playing in the background. Ramen- not Malay spicy but has a good warmth and kick. The broth was creamy and very flavorful. The noodle has a gentle bit and was very satisfying. TSukenen- the noodle was slightly thinner than a fettuccine noodle and had a great chewy texture. You get a decent size portion but I doubled up an got an extra order. The dipping sauce was magical and very full of flavor and fat. Good find and definitely will be back when I am in the area.

This was my first time trying this outlet. It's noticeably smaller than the Cap Hill location, with only a few tables. You place your order at a kiosk, someone brings your food to you, and you bus your own table afterward. I usually order the spicy miso, but this time I went with the red ramenand I'm glad I did. The broth was rich and flavorful, the toppings were fresh, and the noodles complemented the broth nicely. I personally prefer my noodles a bit softer and more well-done, though it seems both this location and Cap Hill serve them slightly al dente. That said, I ended up liking the red ramen more than the miso. For some reason, the overall quality of the food here felt even better than at Cap Hill. I'll definitely be coming back. The server was also very friendly and sweet.

Been there several times and tried pretty much everything on the menu. Their Tsukemen is probably the only thing I would recommend ordering here as you wouldn't usually find in other ramen places nearby. Unfortunately, other food like ramen, rice bowls were are all underwhelming and unfortunately taste like what you would expect from 7-11. Plenty better alternatives nearby: silverlake, kizuki, etc. Service was mediocre. Place is very small and can get crowded during busy hours.

Took me an absurd amount of time to visit Menya, the Kirkland location really helped. I was pretty impressed. Despite hearing a lot of great things about this "local" chain, my expectations were surpassed. I say local because I do believe they're from Japan or have locations in Japan, but have a few branches in Washington. There isn't a ton of seating, but probably seven tables with two chairs each (tables can be moved and combined easily) and then some counter seats facing the walls. Ample parking in a plaza. One tablet to order from inside. Great selection of classic ramen, vegan ramen, tsukemen, some donburi, and sides! Loved the hybrid ramen (and I'd imagine I'd love the black ramen in particular). Partner got the spicy miso and I honestly did not care for it, probably because my taste buds were overwhelmed by the hybrid ramen broth. Hybrid Ramen - mix of black and red meaning black garlic oil and spicy broth which was super flavorful. Fatty, rich, creamy, and umami. The individual pork belly across ramens is fatty and tasty, but it is a thicker cut than usual, so a bit chewier and maybe slightly tougher. They also provided a generous amount of spinach, wood ear mushrooms, and bean sprouts. Delicious noodles too, great slurping potential and soaked up the broth just right. Chicken Nanban - six pieces of tasty, juicy, delicious chicken karaage under some sort of thick tartar egg salad (like potato salad) with curry powder on top. Honestly I was impressed by the karaage alone and would be happy to order it. The thick tartar egg salad was tasty but the chicken was definitely the star of the show.

I've eaten at Menya Musashi twice, and unfortunately, the second time around, it really missed the mark. The tofu tasted off, and I ended up feeling uncomfortable later in the day. It's also served in two very thick slabs, which throws off the texture. Thinner slices would be a big improvement. Staff was friendly and welcoming as soon as we came in, directing us to the kiosk to order and then find a seat. The location is tucked into a strip mall, but the artwork adds some authentic character.

I have been to Menya Musashi twice now and the quality is food was complete opposites of each other. Food: Both times I ordered the vegan hybrid ramen. The first time I went it was really good and memorable that I knew I wanted to come back. The second time it was not good. The tofu tasted really bad, something was off and later in the day my stomach did not feel well. The tofu is just 2 thick pieces, I wish they were cut thinner, maybe into 4 pieces. Menu: I appreciate that they have a full vegan menu that's easy and clear to read. Service: You order at the kiosk at the door, then are seated. Food was quick to come. Ambiance: Small hole in the wall place in a strip mall. They have cool art. Busy on the weekends, weekday lunch was empty.

On a cold evening, these noodles hit the spot! You must order Tsukemen style, dipping the ramen noodles into a thick, hot, rich broth keeps your noodles texturally firm and al dente. We ordered the Black and Red Tsukemen, and the Chicken Karaage (smaller size). Both dipping broths were so rich flavorful, containing chunks of bamboo shoots and pork slices. We were thoroughly impressed and enjoyed our unique eating experience. Expect heavy salt and umami flavors with each bite, contrasting the rich and hot temp dipping bowl with the cold noodles. You could opt for warmer noodles, but the contrasting sensation of cold noodles and warm broth really hits the spot. I highly recommend anyone that calls themself a ramen fan or advocate, to give Menya Musashi Tsukemn a shot at changing your ramen perception forever!

This is my third time trying ramen, the first two I was disappointed. This time I was satisfied. I came in during lunch on a rainy cold weekday. The restaurant only had one other person eating inside. I ordered my food at the kiosk before seating myself. I decided to go with the original pork tonkotsu ramen with added egg. My ramen came out within ten minutes of me sitting down. I could smell the seared pork fat on the pork belly and it smelled spectacular. There was a small jar of dry chili and garlic, I sprinkled many spoons onto my ramen, it wasn't too spicy at all. I just love dried garlic. The pork broth was rich and heartwarming. The noodles were bouncy and chewy. The pork belly fell apart in my mouth, the sear on the pork belly enhanced its flavor more. I love the Woodear mushrooms in the ramen, as well as the spinach. The eggs seem like they were marinated in a soy base sauce. The best ramen I have tried so far, I can't wait to try the other flavors .

This little ramen spot has major Tokyo vibes. Just a handful of tables, an ordering kiosk, and steaming bowls that arrive almost as soon as you sit down. The menu is surprisingly creative for a small place -- with vegan ramen options like black garlic oil, spicy red broth, and hybrid. For the less adventurous, there's miso and green curry ramen, each with a spicy option too. We tried the vegan spicy curry ramen, hybrid, and black garlic oil ramen -- all a bit under-salted but easily fixed, and honestly, so satisfying once adjusted. Add some cold sake, and you've got yourself a no-fuss, sit, slurp, and leave kind of meal. Perfect for a quick ramen craving. They have other interesting items on their menu. But for me, their ramen hits the spot. Will definitely go back to try the miso ramen.

I was craving some Tsukemen and was thrilled to find this spot decently close to where I live. The noodles were a great texture, the broth delicious and comforting, and service was attentive. There's not a ton of table seating available, but we were lucky to snag a two-seater table. There's also bar style seating with high stools facing the walls if tables aren't available. The lighting inside was noticeably harsh and bright, so the ambience wasn't "cozy, soup weather" like I had hoped for. I don't normally notice or care about lighting as much but I felt very exposed here! I'd come back to try more of their ramen & noodles, but I'd consider doing take out next time.

Visited this ramen joint on one weekend, when this establishment was not super packed. Took a bit longer than expected before our bowls arrived to our table, but ramen was pretty good. Broth was not too thick (which is my preference when it comes down to tonkotsu), and noodle was perfectly prepared. Service was not very personable, but it was okay enough for a ramen joint.

Menya Musashi Tsukemen & Ramen, a Japan based chain, opened its first US location in Cap Hill. Now, it has a location on the Eastside in Kirkland. They must be seriously legit because this tiny restaurant with 6-ish small tables and a bench against the wall is packed with Asians plus a steady stream of take-out orders. We order via the tablet near the door. They have several menus there, so you can read up while you wait your turn to order. There is very little waiting space around the tablet or to wait for a seat. When two groups of four arrived, they were told to wait along the aisle to the bathroom. The arrangement is rather awkward. Meanwhile, a group of six is chatting away, clueless to the waiting fellow diners. Be prepared to wait if you come with more than 4 people. Service is less-than-usual since you order and pay ahead yourself. They bring food, refill water, and clear table. The Food: Black (Garlic Oil) Ramen, $16.50 - 4 Stars The best part - the broth! The worst part - no egg! Ramen without ajitama seems like a travesty. The noodles and chashu (pork belly) are alright; we have had better elsewhere. Spicy Curry Ramen plus 2 ajitama added, $17 + $3 - 4 Stars The best part - the broth! The worst part - subpar ajitama. Clearly, they are not skilled with their eggs. They are broken, the yokes are overcooked, the marinate is light. Sigh. I do like their ramen bowls have more veggies than most other places. Combo adder - Negi Ponzu Takoyaki (and green tea bottle), $6.50 - 4 Stars Having this combo adder (optional non-alcoholic beverage) is clever! $6.50 is an approachable price. I am trying takoyaki served in this manner for the first time. It is lighter, with a bit of tang, and less sweet. I liked it. Combo adder - original Takoyaki (and oolong tea), $6.50 - 4 Stars Hubby likes this original variant better with a thicker sauce. The takoyaki balls are quite good. Lightly fried, not too much octopus though.

We stop by this place for lunch and it was good. You order with their app and take a seat and someone comes out and give you your food. The only bad thing about this was that there was only one machine to take order so you can be waiting for a bit if there are people ahead of you. Foodwise: Ebi shrimp bao: 4/5 --- bao was super soft, flavor was good. Shrimp was crispy. Wish there was more shrimp though, because you're eating a lot of bao. Chicken karage 3/5 -- meat was not tender, it was bland and not juicy. Charsui curry rice 4/5 -- pretty good for the price. Meat was tender, curry was flavorful. Wish there some veggies though to balance the richness. Basil ramen 4/5 -- interesting flavor, noodle was al dente charsui was not tender. It was good overall and I would come back for other food

Overall: I like the idea of the restaurant, but I just feel like it just isn't executed super well. Food: The appetizers here didn't really taste like much. The curry potato salad was really good though, a unique flavor that I haven't tried before. The noodle dishes I felt like were a weird middle where I would have just preferred a normal ramen instead. The broth was very salty and super concentrated, which it should be to a certain extent for the noodles to taste good when dipping. But it was just way too salty and the noodles didn't carry the taste of the broth well. It tasted like 2 completely separate things rather than a combination. Service: Solid service, they have a long line and not many tables, so the waiters do their best to get things cleaned up and food out as quickly as possible so you can eat. Ambiance: This is a casual sit down place, not too many spots so expect a line if you are coming near peak hours.

I had the original tsukumen and he had the curry with karaage. Portions were generous- other places I've had tsukumen it was a small pile of noodles on a plate and karaage were the size of nuggets. I ordered the combo set and got a BIG bowl of noodles and a plate with three chicken thighs. I probably packed up 75% of the food for later. The noodles were chewy and thick, and the dipping broth was also very thick and rich. The karaage was crispy. The curry sauce was also quite thick, very tasty with the karaage. We managed to get a table right away, which was nice since I know it can get pretty busy here. Service was good, we will definitely be back to try more of the menu.

Menya Musashi is the best place to go to tsukemen! Compared to its other locations, this location wasn't a full on restaurant but a place where you order and sit down with very limited seating area. I came with a friend and we both got the hybrid tsukemen. I got mine with cold noodles and she got hers with hot noodles. The broth that came on the side was flavorful and had lots of juicy pork in it. I loved dipping my noodles in the broth, it was refreshing and fulfilling. If you're worried about serving size I think they give you the perfect amount of noodles and broth to keep you warm and content. It didn't take too long to be served after we placed an order, which is definitely a plus for these type of sit down places. I'm hoping in the future all locations could have the same menu because I was wanting to also try the Yuzu Tsukemen which is only at the Capitol Hill location.

Yummy ramen And tsukemen!!! I've never had tsukemen and it was delicious!! The broth is flavorful in a way it's not too rich or salty, creamy yet not heavy. It was just right! Noodles were cooked perfectly. Add-ons are extra but prices are decent. They have some lunch combos that were decently priced. Good amount of side options too! It's a small place; orders placed in a kiosk, seating is minimal but orders come out fast so it seems you wouldn't have to wait long if there's a wait. Decor honors Japanese culture in a simple yet elegant way.

I've always been salty that the best ramen in Seattle has been relegated to Cap Hill, but Menya Musashi surprised me with a location out in Kirkland. Arrived around 7PM on a Sunday night and while I didn't have to wait for a seat, a large line ended up forming around 7:30PM. The ambiance is fairly casual, you order and pay at an iPad by the door before seating yourself. Overall, although the experience feels more casual, the quality is actually consistent with their other location. The tsukemen noodles are simply unbeatable in texture: super chewy and bouncy. The soft boiled egg costs extra which is a bit unfortunate, but the chashu was well cooked - super fatty and tender. The broth is more of a thick, savory gravy than a soup so that it will cling onto your noodles and the strong pork flavor is exactly what I want. Totally enjoyed myself here and parking is much easier than Cap Hill, so no complaints from me!

This place is AMAZING!!! Seriously good! Service and food and perfect! Ramen is so good, it's like being back in Japan! You order your food on a screen order, choose your seat of preference and wait for your food to arrive. Water, To go boxes and other necessities are self serve. Small restaurant but they make good use of the space.

Great to see this place open in Kirkland and I hope they're enjoying a great lease rate given this neighborhood (window security bars are commonplace) and the state of this "strip mall" relative to much more exclusive areas on the Eastside. Much more low stress parking relative to the Seattle location too. Menu is great and the tsukemen is legit. I thought the pork "chashu" was a bit hard and overcooked or reheated one too many times - but it wasn't horrendous. At these prices, corners do need to be cut. Service is outstanding. Will definitely be back given we spend a lot of time at the ice rink next door.

So awesome that they have more vegan options now! Last time I went (seattle location) the only vegan options they had was the veggie ramen. The pork was quite tough and you can see it only came with one piece. The broth comes with some more chunks but still not very much overall. It's really cool that you can ask for extra broth at the end to drink the rest of your dipping broth! I thought that was fun. I will say, compared to the Seattle location this one is much more casual. The vibe of the seattle one is much more cozy and well-decorated.

This is a very small store with about 8 small tables parked fairly close to each other. Additionally, there are high chair seating along the wall to make up all the seats. You walked in and order via the monitor on the left. Then, you wait for food delivery. You slurp the noodles and go. I liked my hybrid Tsukemen and Tonkatsu. Broth is not too salty and flavorful. On the next visit, I tried the black garlic oil ramen. It has zero profile with good ramen. I will pass this for sure next time. The matcha soft swirl tasted alright and not too sweet but it's not cold enough to enjoy. The texture is on the watery side and not smooth at all. There are plenty of parking.

I absolutely love their location in Cap Hill, so when I heard of the new Kirkland location, I had to check it out. Location: very convenient and so much easier to park compared to finding parking in Cap Hill. However, the store is very small and cramped to move around. We were instructed to order and pay from the machine inside near the door, then wait outside to be seated, so try to look ahead and decide what you want to order before you come. The ordering experience is quite chaotic because the space is very cramped. I ordered the Hybrid Ramen, which is my favorite from the Seattle location. The noodles are chewy but the broth didn't taste as good. I expected the same quality across their locations so I was pretty disappointed. The food came fairly fast and the staff was nice.

This was our first ramen experience, and it was delicious. There was a long wait to order and be seated at around 2pm on a Saturday, so we decided to place our order via Uber eats for pick up. Our order was ready within 12 minutes and was eaten at the ice rink next door. Hubby and I enjoyed the tender noodles and variety of options for add ins. I had the vegan original with umami broth, tofu (advertised as fried but maybe it's pan fried and extra firm). The sprouts and egg added textures my mouth craves - crunchy, chewy, soft, rich goodness. The price point was higher than expected, but they provide a large quantity and it was very fulfilling on a cold fall afternoon.

What a wonderful experience. Our server was outstanding and she was attentive, hard working, and brought the food in courses. My family and I ordered their karaage which was nice and crispy, the bao buns with croquette and shrimp tasted fin me but didn't stand out to me. The star was the miso ramen and black ramen. The miso ramen was rich and velvety. It was the best ramen I had in Seattle. This was due to a couple of factors: the broth was not too salty and you could taste the hints of spice. There were these small accents of flavor that was harmonious in every bite. From the slight al dente bite of the noodles to the crispy pork belly, it was perfect. The egg was not overly soy sauced. This was new for me and I loved it. My family ordered a black ramen which had black garlic oil. The flavor profile reminded me of a Japanese fusion cacio e pepe. The pork broth was the foundation and the garlic oil added the pinch of flavor. It was not overpowering and really mellow. I thoroughly enjoyed this and the veggies that added contrast with the same crisp pork belly and egg. Wow, I could go on and I want to try the red ramen next. Great location, service and the server should be commended. Ambiance was great and for a family the kiosk option for quick food was ingenious after riding bikes on a trail. 10 stars.

I selected a combo with the Black Ramen, which came in a rich, pork-braised broth topped with green onion, bean sprouts, spinach, cloud ear mushroom, and a tender slice of pork belly. It was served piping hot--just how I like it! The noodles were delicious, but I found myself wishing I could swap them for the thicker tsukemen noodles, which looked amazing with my husband's order. The combo also included a Chashu rice bowl (hearty and flavorful) and a Coke. My husband went with the Red Tsukemen, and he really enjoyed dipping the thick noodles into the spicy, flavorful broth. We also tried the Mentaiko Takoyaki--crispy on the outside and soft and creamy inside, with a nice kick from the mentaiko. A great little appetizer! Ordering was easy: place your order at the kiosk to the left of the entrance, then pick any open table and they'll bring your food out to you. Overall, a satisfying and tasty experience. I'd definitely come back to try more!

Saw that they opened a location in Kirkland so I had to come and try. This location is a bit small, and other reviews have mentioned a wait time. I went Saturday around 5PM and was seated very quickly, no wait. You order on a kiosk. The ramen was delicious and very flavourful. I got the hybrid ramen, next time I'd try the curry ramen or the spicy miso for a little more flavour.

Delicious broth, restaurant is a little cramped, a little loud when rush hour hits, so ordering on the self-serve kiosk can be a bit of a wait, but the food is worth it because the taste is very authentic. 14$ for a black ramen 1.75 add-on boiled egg $6.00 curry rice bowl with a drink combo 14$ original ramen 1.25 add-on mushrooms For two people, the total comes out to 43$ with tax. Sliiiiight issue with the bathroom having a leaky roof and then needing to put a bucket out to catch the drip, I hope they fix it soon! Happy to try this location out instead of having to drive all the way out to Seattle! Will be back as the weather continues to get colder!

Wow - had no idea what a treasure this place is until we tried it last weekend. The food is absolutely delish, with many authentic options. From the looks of the crowds, they have developed quite a following. Service is very friendly and helpful! Space is clean and tidy. This is already a fave and I imagine we'll be back frequently!

Stumbled across this place for a quick ramen fix and it hit the spot. It's a small shop where you order yourself at the kiosk up at the front and then grab a table. The ambiance is extremely casual, therefore it's a quick fix. I ordered the hybrid ramen, and added a soft boiled egg and tofu (roughly over $2.00 each). The pork chashu wasn't as tender as I expected it to be, but overall the soup was decent. Service was fast and friendly. I wouldn't necessarily rave about this place, but would be open to trying their other locations I've been hearing about!

TL;DR: fast paced ramen shop. Curry is tasty. Ramen broth is light. Chashu is thick cut. Parking: small shared lot with quick throughput. Atmosphere: small ramen shop with upbeat music playing in the background. Very small cafe-like vibes. Service: order on the kiosk to the left as soon as you walk in, seat yourself, you will be watered, food brought to you, your table will be bussed. Menu: self explanatory, has photos and is descriptive. Each table has instructions on how to eat Tsukemen properly. Original Ramen: broth is indeed creamy but flavor wise it is very light. The chashu is on the thick side and is tender with nice (and not burnt) seared sides! It's not that flabby thin slice most ramen joints offer. The noodles are a nice al dente texture and the bean sprouts/mushroom/spinach were very fresh. Ajitama: all soft boiled eggs are additional unless stated otherwise in the description. That being said, at least for my bowl, it was a little overcooked and the yolk was soft (partially cooked outer yolk layer) but not runny/gooey. I was really hoping for that gel-like consistency. Chashu Curry Don: small proportion but it was filling enough for me at the time as a midday snack. Great protein to carb ratio. The pork chunks were tender and flavorful but every so slightly dry. The curry was not spicy at all, which I really loved. The pickled ginger slices added a nice spice/tang to each bite. I will definitely order this again in the future. I do wish there were some veggies in here though or at least an option to add some carrots or something in.

Was looking forward to having more quality ramen options on the Eastside but unfortunately this isn't it. The Menya Musashi in Capitol Hill has better bowls of noods and vibes. Don't get me wrong, they're super nice here but this location gives me cafeteria dining vibes. Ramen was kind of watered down for a tonkotsu ramen, so I would stick with the tsukemen. Even the tsukemen dipping broth isn't as concentrated as I'm used to, so no broth to dilute was needed at the end since I just used it as is.

First time here, we got the black ramen, hybrid tsukemen, mentaiko takoyaki, and the chashu don! Both ramen was really good and their soup was exactly what we were looking for. My wife just wished the noodles in her ramen were thicker but that's her preference. Will definitely ask for it next time. Their takoyaki was delicious and crunchy! The chashu don was good as part of the combo, but we wouldn't get it alone.

Veggie spicy miso ramen and chicken karaage are my favorite. Love their quantity which is perfect.

Quick. No frills. Kinda pricey compared to other Tonkotsu spots. Get the dipping broth.

Some of the best ramen I've had in years. I've been having ramen since I visited Japan in 08. And ever since then it's hard to find anything close to the real thing. Few and far between. But Menya's is the classic strip mall Ramen that you dream about. I had their mixed ramen and also tried their katsu. Everything simply jumps out to you. Their soup base has depth and the pork belly is charred and perfectly cooked. The noodles perfectly chewy. So glad I got to try Menya's today and I'll surely be back!

My coworkers had wanted to try this place one day after work so I looked at the menu ahead of time to see what they had, and decided on a bento box. Though when I arrived and began to order on their kiosk, the bento boxes were nowhere on the menu as well as a few other items that appear on the website. It was definitely a disappointment. My coworkers that ordered the ramen didn't seem too satisfied either.

Really enjoyed the food here! We got the black dipping ramen and the combo dipping ramen with the popcorn chicken and the skewer for combos. You order on a kiosk and then wait until tables are free and your food is close to being done to be seated by the staff. It's a bit cramped but once you're seated it's fine. The broth is hot and we got the noodles cold which warmed up once we dipped them in the broth. All the food was so tasty but we thought the ramen was so good! We want to try other flavors as the garlic/black sauce was a bit strong once we finished the noodles and added the warming soup to finish off our meal. Parking was abundant and definitely a casual place. Service was fast and easy to get attention or just go up to the counter.

This a very unassuming place in a strip mall near the ice skating rink. When you look in from the parking lot it does not look impressive. But the staff is very welcoming and friendly. The menu has a wide selection of meals including Ramen and Bento boxes. The prices are very good for restaurants today. The food quality and presentation was excellent. This will be on our dinner short list.

Been here twice now. We love it! ** Vegetarian food review only ** Menya has a good number of vegan options for ramen, with different spice levels and combinations. The flavors are really good. The ramen has many veggies and the portion size is big too. It's a small restaurant, not very great looking, but a must try for Ramen!

So happy to see this spot in Kirkland! Fast-casual take compared to the Seattle location. Lots of pickup orders but there's a decent account of seating inside. The Tsukemen portions are HUGE and they're generous with the noodles! I like to split the bowl with another person and it leaves me feeling satisfied and not at all stuffed.

I ordered togo because I'm nearby. They were ready before the time they said they would be. I ended up getting a takeout tsukemen kit and a tantanmen. I still have one portion of the ramen kit left so this is technically not a full review of everything I ordered. For the tsukemen I chose curry broth and hybrid broth. I will admit that I messed up and didn't double check what I had ordered myself for lunch vs a meal for later in the week. I say this because I have a tantanmen soup left and I'm supposed to have a hybrid broth left. When getting takeout, everything is warm. The confusion came about due to the labeling. I had made the assumption that everything labeled was for the kit which was kind of a dumb assumption. So that's how I ended up with a tantanmen with hybrid tsukemen broth. It tasted great which is probably why I had no idea. The curry tsukemen was good and the directions were straightforward. I'll probably drop by again since it's so close. It gives me an option for easy take out lunch option and I see myself going more than the sushi place it replaced. While I don't typically drive to this plaza, it typically isn't hard to find parking. I once passed by on a Friday evening to see a long line but on a Wednesday during lunch time close to 1pm, it's not too busy.

This is a Vegetarian food review : We tried the spicy miso vegetarian ramen and it was very flavorful and tasty. My only gripe is the tofu seems a bit thicker. You can order self service on the ipad they have out there. Very minimal wait time on a weekend unlike other Ramen places. We stopped frequenting the crowded Ramen Danbo after we discovered this place. Not fancy ambience, but good food !

My favorite ramen shop with the best tsukemen in Washington. I recommend getting cold noodles and adding an egg. Ordering is nice and easy through a kiosk system. The restaurant is pretty small, so there's likely a wait or you can do takeout!

Excellent food. Love coming here and the menu has many different items my family enjoys.

The ramen here tastes really good! They offer the original version, and you can always add toppings to customize it. My husband and I ordered different kinds, and both were delicious. I love their chili--it's really tasty with just the right amount of spice. They also have a special section with to-go boxes, extra plates, and more, which makes it super convenient. One cool thing is that you can place your order yourself as soon as you walk in, and the food comes out quickly. I'll definitely come again soon to try other ramen

I got the hybrid ramen, champion curry bento box, and half original half Wasabi takoyaki for take out. The restaurant is super small and crowded. I'd only recommend a party of 2 for dine in tho they do have some 4 seat tables. The ramen taste is one of the better tasting places on the Eastside but doesn't move the needle as far as ramen in seattle compared to going to Vancouver. Pretty small portion as well. Business wise, I wish they allowed substitution of noodle types like other places do and make the egg complimentary vs a $1.25 add on. The one piece of chashu was also pretty tough and felt cheap. $28 for a bento box is also a rip off given the size of it compared to other bentos I've had. The takoyaki was nothing special that I could've air fried from Uwajimaya. I thought there would be special flavors inside the takoyaki, but it's all octopus and it's the sauce they put on top that makes each different. Overall I'd come again out of convenience being in the area, but it's not a place I'd go out of my way to drive to.

I have tried several of their ramen's and curry. It's so delicious. I end up craving it the next day! Great portions fast service. Best Ramen, I found in the area for a long time!

TLDR - tsukemen was pretty good, karage was ok, service could use improvement Food: the tsukemen itself was pretty good. The flavor was good, the soup had some trouble sticking to the noodles. There were pieces of pork in that soup and those small bites were heavenly. Had some issues with consistency; my slice of pork belly had a nice 50/50 balance of meat and fat, but my friend's slice was mostly fat (see pics) Service: the ordering station is near the entrance, but the setup makes it so that the entire line has to wait outside while each party puts in an order. There is only one machine, and if you want to order takeout you have to wait in the line. Our order was a little messed up - we ordered the noodles to arrive cold but one of them was hot. They addressed the issue and brought back a new plate, but we noticed there was an extra egg on it that we didn't order (not that we're complaining!).