Nagomi Japanese Restaurant

Tried Nagomi Japanese Restaurant for the first time and it was a nice experience! Since it was my first visit, it felt a little confusing to choose from the menu, especially because some vegetarian dishes were unavailable.But the dish I ordered turned out to be so good! The noodles were flavorful, perfectly cooked, and loaded with fresh vegetables. The taste was really satisfying and comforting. Overall, I truly enjoyed the food and would love to visit again to try more options. Definitely recommended if you want to explore Japanese cuisine 😊🥰😍

Nagomi is a great Japanese diner. Like many spots in Japan, you take tickets up to the counter to order. It’s somewhat cafeteria like, but the food is good quality. The flavors reminded me very much of my time in Japan. I got a decent amount of food, and prices aren’t too bad. The potato croquette was excellent with some sauce, and the ginger pork dinner set was delicious. The pork had lots of ginger and onion flavor, and the side dishes were varied and tasty. Finally, the mitarashi dango made a nice dessert. I’d definitely go here again, and it’s a wonderfully authentic Japanese restaurant.

Such a beautifully authentic Japanese place. I haven't had such soul nourishing food in a long time. Most of our table didn't bother talking for awhile since we were too busy slurping up warm noodles and devouring the utterly amazing gyoza with the chili dip. Can't wait to come back here with a bigger group to try more of the menu. Not to mention the kind gentleman at the cash register or the sweet older lady calling out ticket numbers and playing our food.

This is BY FAR the best Japanese food I've been to in all of the US! It was the most authentic, like I was back in Japan eating in a hole in a wall type place, with food made by a little obaachan. There's a TV, playing Japanese game shows and the food is all depicted in picture form (all it's missing is the 3D fake food!) I got chicken nanban, but my driving force was to get the beautiful and tasty potato croquette! And when I tell you it was heavenly, I mean it brought me back to the little croquette shop in the train station, moments of eating Komeda Coffee's croquette sandwiches, or when I had a cream corn croquette at YakiNiku King! The crunch was perfection, the inside was soft. And the chicken nanban too!!! I fell in love with that dish when I visited Kyushu, and again this taste brought me right back home. I can't wait to go again and try something "new." Also the yuzu cheesecake was divine! Very citrusy and it had the little plastic wrap on it, like in Japan! And the cashier lady had an apron on, just like the style in Japan, and she smiled and talked with me. It was a piece of home. Thank you! ❤️

Have know about this place for years and I finely made it here. This place has all the old school feels on an authentic Japanese ramen shop, which it is and it's perfect. Everything I had was cooked to perfection and tasted absolutely amazing. If you are in the area I highly recommend stopping by

This place feels very authentic. It's sort of a "self service" type of restaurant, you have to take your order, place it, pay and then pick it ... Ah, and clean the table after yourself 😄 The taste of the food was very good, ramen 🍜 tasted good, so did the fish and everything we ordered.

i really like the vibe of this place!! you write down what you want on a ticket after looking at the options when you enter and bring it up to the front and they make it all fresh! the food was pretty good, the ramen wasn’t the best though. the meat and veggies were pretty firm, but it wasn’t bad by any means and was a nice lunch!

I wish I would have found this place sooner. I gave 5 stars on atmosphere as everything about the experience was authentic to me. Never did I think I could get a bowl of ramen or Udon that mirrored the flavors and experience of places in NYC and my visits to Japan. Oh, also, we have a new sesame allergy we are dealing with and so grateful for their labeling and communication to make it possible to eat such a variety. Thank you so much!

Been meaning to try this place for a while and glad we finally did! Love the casual nature- selecting from photos on the wall and ordering at the counter. Got the vegetarian ramen and kimchi. First time trying kimchi and really enjoyed! The vegetarian ramen was not my favorite- definitely seems like they specialize in the other ramen dishes. I was a little thrown off with the frozen green beans, but the broth was flavorful! Will have to come back and try more sides/udon/curry rice.

I've been wanting to try this place for ages! just to echo all these other reviews, this place really is for the food over anything. this has been my favorite shoyu ramen I've tried, and the steamed bun was delicious. I will definitely be back to try the assortment of foods they have!!

No-frills food court style restaurant! Located in an abandoned looking building, inside you'll find a wall of different meal options. You pick up a slip next to the meal you want and can customize it. Pay at the counter and they'll call your number when it's ready. I've only tried their ramens and they're really good, large portioned, and fairly priced. My boyfriend has tried a lot of the other dishes, like the donburi, and said they're all delicious. Quick and yummy food!

It's been a little while since my last visit here and I am so happy I returned! The food was very good! I always enjoy the Nagoya ramen, deep favors with a bit of spice. It's such a pleasant experience! The Shoyu ramen doesn't miss. Again, the depth of flavor is just right along with the toppings. On this day, I wanted to check out some appetizers as well. The breast of chicken katsu was spot on! It was crispy and tender and mild. All the apps were prepared well and we enjoyed the Agedashi tofu, the potato croquette and chicken gyoza ! All were nicely done with a nice presentation. I enjoy the ordering process as it is unique. The large space allows for a lot of seating and the atmosphere is rustic and casual. No pretense, just good food!

I don't know if I have much to add to previous reviews. Food is straightforward, served hot, and we enjoyed everything. The cafeteria-style and little paper selections was a nice change - it made ordering fun and easy. I like that you can specify number of items and that there is a "here or to-go" option. The dining room is huge and had game shows playing on the TV, achieving high tier vibes. Would absolutely be back. I loved everything we ordered. The highlights for me personally were agedashi tofu and chicken katsu, DELISH!

I've given this place a try several times now over the years and I'm sorry to say that it has disappointed me every single time. The concept is cool, Japanese cafeteria style. You look at the menu board when you walk in and select what you'd like off the walls. Each picture has a a description and corresponding paper slip where you choose dine in or takeout. To order you must hand the slip to the cashier and pay to complete your order. Cold and hot water are free of charge, hot tea costs $.75 a bag. Once you've ordered you can sit and one of many tables and booths available and wait until your number is called. The tables and booths are all outdated and ripping, many of the seats are being held together with tape. The walls next to the booth we were sitting in were absolutely filthy, with dust and food splatters. The worst part was yet to come this visit though, as I was eating my rice I saw something brown, lo and behold there were moths is my rice. I also found one in my salad, which was unfortunate since the dressing was pretty good. Nagomi has run out of chances in my book, this place is filthy and I won't waste my money here again.

Thursday 7pm, on 1/11/2024. Unlike the lunch hours, it was very quiet and slow for dinner hours. Maybe because there is no alcohol served, it does not get busy during the dinner hours? Anyway, easy ordering process, go up to the cashier and place order. However, they do ask for tips even though this is a walk up and pick up just like a food court at a mall. I got Katsu Curry Udon. It was yummy as if I was getting this in Japan. Katsu was delicious, just had to save it from getting too much soaked in curry as I prefer it crispy than mushy. Very chewy udon noodles and the curry soup was not just adding curry to udon soup, but appropriately cooked as Curry Udon soup. Delicious!

I've been coming here for a while now, first time reviewing. You select what you want based on pictures on the wall, pick up a slip of paper, and pay with that. It is a large dining area, cafeteria like. Food comes fast. Cooked fresh. Lots of noodle and rice options. About 15$ per dish. Large portions. Quality is average. Definitely not fancy but leaves you feeling full for sure. If you're looking for quick bite of authentic Japanese food, try this place.

I've been anticipating eating here and finally made it. But first I got lost because that can't be the restaurant over there, right? Yes, that's it over there. Upon entering, I was surprised that you write down your items to place your order. That's fine once I got the hang of what I was supposed to do. The inside leaves a lot to be desired so I would not dine in but opted for a takeout order. I had the chicken katsu and the chicken karaage. These were safe choices and did not disappoint. I would return for another takeout order of these two items, but I may branch out and try other things.

Can't believe 8 years after I first came here on a random visit to the area....I now live in the area and visit on a semi regular basis. Still cafeteria style, quite possibly my favorite food in the entire area. Sometimes I get a bunch of stuff to go and eat it over a few days, but there's nothing quite like eating here. Current favorite is a Ginger Pork dish (which might be a special), you can't go wrong with getting a side of sesame balls, and the miso the meals come with always hits just right.

The food is amazing and affordable. Classic Japanese dishes with friendly service. A must try for those looking for something new.

Order by picking the slip from the photo on the right side of the aisle as you make your way to the counter. Lots to pick from. I also got the fried squid (not pictured). Sooooo delicious. Can't wait to bring my kids the next time.

Very authentic Japanese food. I don't know why Google showed that there was sushi at this restaurant, but there wasn't any. It is literally a hidden gem because there are no signs outside of the building, but it's right next to the Indian restaurant that Google Maps leads you to. It was cafeteria style where you write down you food, pay, and then grab your food once they call your order number. You clean up your own table too afterwards. Overall though my friends and I enjoyed the food for what it was. The portions were good for their prices too.

Noodle are so so. But owner is very welcomed. He always offers snacks for free. I like the karame chicken.

This place is truly a hole in the wall. The outside doesn't have a sign or any decorations to easily find it. It is next to an Indian restaurant so that is my usual marker when looking for it. The inside is also no frills as it it cafeteria style and you pick what you want to order from a wall that has all the menu items pictured with order sheets. Everything is delicious and large portions too. Great prices for authentic Japanese food!

This has been a go-to for me for years when I want hot, yummy noodles. It is a no-nonsense, bare-bones kind of place where food is the definite focus. Pretty much zero atmosphere but it doesn't matter when the food is great. I've eaten enough in Japan to say the ramen is authentic. The clientele also gives away how authentic it really is.

The food here was good. The ambiance, sketchy at best. It's a huge cavernous space that looks like a mishmash of 2nd hand booths and tables and chair. You order by picking up a card(s) with the menu item on it and giving it to the cashier. Cafeteria style almost. We brought our friend from Japan with us. She said the food was pretty good. But absolutely not impressed with the environment.

Great spot to stop in and eat, no frills but you will leave very full for a good price. Excited to try all the different types of ramen on return trips, only got to try one.

One of my go to places for lunch! Keep your expectations low on the atmosphere, although it does have a special charm. Food is awesome, definitely a hidden treasure!

What Nagomi lacks in things like unified decor, advertising, or like, a sign, (look for the window with the faintly written "FOOD" above the door, that's your clue) they make up with astonishing quality and also quantity. Trust me, you're getting your money's worth. Walking in the door, the place does look a little sketchy, it's definitely one of those joints which the owners have cobbled together over time into something that works for them. But between the look and the lack of signage, less adventurous eaters may be put off. However, don't let that stop you from having a fantastic meal! It's a very traditional style of Japanese restaurant, in which you make your menu selection from a board of menu items along your way in via picking little tickets, and then you hand the tickets to the cashier. They'll cash you out and call you when your food is ready. There's no waitstaff, and no service staff to bus your table, you're clearing your own dishes. I submit that one may run into a bit of choice paralysis the first time in, or just if you're hungry and have a taste for different things, because Nagomi offers a huge variety of offerings, from various types of ramen, to curries, and more. Between my group, we had one type of curry, two types of ramen, croquettes and gyoza, and it was all fantastic. Serving size was way bigger than any of us expected as well, don't let your eyes be bigger than your stomach. The Novi area has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to asian cuisine. More than most of Metro Detroit, Novi seems to be where it's at right now, if that's what you're looking for. With that in mind, Nagomi seems like one of the top choices. Absolutely check it out.

Nagomi sushi and ramen shop. You grab little sheets for items you want, add the quantity and if it's for here or to go. We ordered a kimchi ramen, fried rice, 2 potato croquettes, 2 kimchi, 2 green salads, 5 piece chicken gyoza, tuna rice ball, 2 tuna Onigiri, water, 2 red bean Taiyaki fish and rice flour dessert. $62.22. Soup is the only item worth trying here at all. The staff are rude and tactless if you are not satisfied with your meal. Paid at one counter. Pick up your order based on your receipt number at the food counter. The rice ball with the tuna is lame, hardly any tuna in it, it's mostly bad rice in it. It's falling apart, not so sticky rice to it. The fried rice is bad, a few slivers of egg in it, it has no flavor either. The kimchi is okay. The green salad is not good, dressing tastes like tahini sauce. Rotten iceberg lettuce all throughout it. Super bland. The kimchi soup was super packed with kimchi, onions, bean sprouts and quite a bit of pork meat. The broth is good as well. The soup was the only notable thing here for us. We ordered quite a bit too. The cashier missed adding my sesame ball order, it was one of the sheets in the pile. The taiyaki red bean is okay, the fish is soggy and mushy. Not sure if that's what they nuked in the microwave while we waited on our food. The chicken gyoza was not so good. The tuna Mayo onigiri has a bit of tuna Mayo in it on both sides. I took back the chicken onigiri. The lady argued with me that there's chicken in it. I said there's none on half of the roll. The cook came and said I only get 3 pieces in the onigiri total. I asked him to make or so there's some on each. This arrogant chef gouged out a piece from one side and shoved it onto the side with lettuce and Mayo and only in it. I couldn't believe the chef, how tactless. The lady said she wouldn't give me a refund since there was nothing wrong with the roll at all. I asked them to remake it or refund it. The cashier lady took $4.50 and tossed it on the tray for me. Where's the tax for my rice with No chicken in it. The sour and bad attitude here turned me off from trying to get the tax portion back. I felt like they were quite cheap and rather scrooges to their food items except for their kimchi soup. Also keep in mind they do reheat some of the food items in the microwave here as well. Stick to the soups here, everything is sure to disappoint. Keep your interactions to the staff here to a bare minimum. Customer service here is non-existent here.

This was our first time going here. I agree with the other reviews, it is truly a hole in the wall. Once you walk in, you grab which items you'd like from the wall and give them to the friendly cashier. Then you wait for your order number to be called. No waiter to bug you and you are able to truly take your time as you enjoy the delicious food. Speaking of food, wow...what a delightful dinner we had. Great portions and wonderful flavors! Everything came out super hot and fresh. The winner for me was the Tonkatsu Ramen. My boyfriend said the Pop Shrimp was great. Overall, looks can be deceiving. The restaurant itself isn't fancy by any means, but the atmosphere is comfy and casual. There were some TVs playing Japanese game shows that were entertaining. You definitely could bring headphones and enjoy your own shows if you wanted to. This is definitely one of those restaurants you could go eat alone and not feel weird at all. Once you're done you place your dishes in the bins up front. Again, nothing fancy but if you're not picky then you'll come to appreciate the food. In short, definitely give this place a try and take the time to enjoy the authentic food. We are definitely coming back here again with friends.

A great place for authentic Japanese food! You get to choose from pictures on their wall. An absolutely fantastic field of choice! Don't be put off by the ambience. Just enjoy the food!

Best ramen ever. Been here a few times now and it doesn't disappoint! You pick from their wall. Authentic Japanese restaurant I highly recommend. I got spicy miso ramen

Authentic, delicious food. Decent prices, unpretentious service. We have not eaten anything here that we were not impressed with.

This place is so unexplainably delightful. It doesn't look like much when you walk in just a big open space. When you go to order they have photos and descriptions of everything with prices and slips of paper to write what you want. It's so helpful and easy to follow for everyone. They have a ton of great options on their menu so it's nice to see them all in front of you. You can quickly scan the wall and see what you want. Once you order you can sit anywhere in the place, there are lots of booths and large tables for groups. They have a pickup window where the food comes out and they call out your number. It's such a seemless process with literally no room for confusion. It also makes it super easy if you are getting food to go. I love the ramen here and the ambience. It's not fancy or super clean by any means but it's hard not to feel like you are home when you are here. Will definitely be back!

I love Ramen. Ive eaten a lot of Ramen around the state and other states, I travel a lot. This is one of the top five Ramen places to eat in Michigan and number one for varieties. Highly recommend going for experience of ordering. And the friendly staff.

Friendly Japanese restaurant No waitress So you will pick up food and return plates when you finish. No tipping required. I have not been here since 2020. But they are still open. I wanted to eat ramen so we went. I had champion and my buddy had pork belly ramen. Both good noodles. Clean. Delicious. It is not stylish place but rather down to earth kind of place. Menu is on the wall and you pick a ticket by looking at the photos of the dishes. Price is reasonable. Remember there is no waitresses or waiters. But other than that, good place to give it a try.

One of the best places for food in Novi. The Tantanmen is incredible. Highly recommend.

It's so easy to order with the system they have. I always love getting the katsu curry and the croquettes they have. Staff are also polite.

This place is always good, I've been here 5 separate times this year and have not been disappointed. (I've always done carry out) food is out within 10 minutes usually, I love the idea of just writing down what I want and handing them the sheet of paper. I give this place 3 stars because I do not think I'd eat inside, it's a little dingy and seems like they don't clean it well in the dining area. Also all the seating is pretty close to eachother, The food is delicious. If you are in Novi and looking for something warm and inviting, look no further. The broth is flavorful and creamy, the noodles are cooked perfectly, and the appetizers (plenty to choose from) so far from my experience have all been good. My go to ramen has been the kimchi ramen, and I also get takoyaki (I'm addicted) My husband always goes for the shoyu ramen. He loves it. I'd say 3.5 but there's no half stars, don't want to give it a 4 because only the best of the best get 4s and while the food here is great, the cleanliness & awkward building layout is their only downfall.

In the northwest Detroit community of Novi, there is a restaurant that serves truly amazing and authentic Japanese cuisine. If you like real tasting food from the "Land of the Rising Sun," that isn't "Americanized" then you will love the fine selection of offerings at Nagomi. Your taste-buds will think you're in Tokyo, but without spending the money for airfare to go there. Nagomi Japanese Restaurant is rather different than most other establishments offering Izakaya or Kaiseki style dining. This what I would call a fast-casual type of eating establishment. At this place you look at photographs on the wall and write down which type of ramen or donburi you desire on a piece of paper. Then you take this slip to the cashier, and they will eventually call your number. You have to go and obtain the food and bring it back to your table. This type of service is very commonplace in Japan. I was invited by two friends who are from the Tokyo area, but work in Novi to enjoy the food at this restaurant. These two both know their Japanese cuisine very well. One of them suggested that I try the "Fried Octopus" and it was so delicious. If you like Katsudon, you will love this truly delicious entree with octopus. The Tanindon they serve is truly delicious, and I chose it over regular Gyudon. If you're looking for authentic tasting Japanese food, this is by far one of the best in the entire Detroit Metro area.

Recently had takeout there. Food maybe even better than we remembered. Still have the cool ordering system of tiny slips of paper. We need to go more often.

very authentic and a homey setting and aura to it. best gyoza I've ever had, but all items on the menu were very good. nice and fast service along with a unique way to order!

Mapo tofu is my favorite dish. I could eat this all day everyday, and I am so happy to say Nagomi does a really delicious mapo tofu. Every time I come back to MI, I always request to go to Nagomi to pick up an order of the mapo tofu. It is the perfect comfort food and is packed with flavor. Their other offerings are also incredibly delicious. They have ramen, rice dishes, appetizers. You order by looking at the menu on a board and pick up a small piece of paper corresponding to what you are ordering. Then you bring it up to the cashier. The food here is phenomenal and reminds me of home/what mom makes. Aside from the mapo tofu, I really like their tan tan men and karage. The broth of the tan tan men is delectable with a good amount of spice. The karage is perfectly cooked to crispy outside and juicy insides.

Must visit this restaurant any time we are in town! The Tonkatsu Ramen is best of the best in my book. So creamy and the noodles are perfectly done. I already can't wait til our next visit! True authentic Japanese food. The menu can be overwhelming but it's fun to try to keep up pace with the locals, just appear to know what you're doing. It's easy to figure out. Hardest decision you'll have to make is wether to try something new or stick with the tried and true. Happy eating!

This restaurant is not very close to me but well worth a 30+ minute drive. I can't vouch for the authenticity of the ordering system, however the food is truly outstanding. It's really here to go wrong with their offerings (or at least I haven't picked wrong yet). Everyone is kind and efficient and the location/interior is really charming, like a secret place that you only know about.

Amazing ramen, it is for sure confusing and kinda questionable by the outside appearance, don't let it fool you!

My husband and I tried this restaurant out for the first time and we did not leave disappointed! The restaurant itself is very confusing.. it says "basic Asian mart", but disregard it. The Japanese news was playing on the tv- so that is always a good sign to indicate authenticity of the restaurant. You'll walk in and see their menu on display, you pick out what you want on paper and then hand it to the cashier. Then you sit and wait for your number to be called. From there on out, it's self served and you put your tray away.. pretty convenient to do. I ordered the Tonkotsu ramen and the broth tasted so creamy and delicious! My husband ordered the Shio ramen and also loved it. For appetizer we had tako kaarage (octopus). We will definitely be coming back. I already know my next order-- katsu curry and takoyaki!

We got the tonkatsu ramen with a side of pork belly, gyu don, fried mackerel, and a tuna onigiri. The gyu don and the tonkatsu were INCREDIBLE. I highly recommend getting the pork belly and putting it into the tonkatsu as the pork that is comes with is not like typical chashu. The pork belly is tender, fatty and so flavorful it works perfectly with the smooth and porky ramen broth. The gyu don is gingery and delicious and the mackerel was fried perfectly. One of the best meals we've had in a longggg time.

Real Japanese food. I had Shoyu ramen, my husband had Jan Jan ramen, and our daughter had kids' dish. My husband loved the ramen! Everything was good. There're many Japanese restaurants in Ann Arbor and Novi. But, there're not many offering real Japanese food. This restaurant is real.

The Ramen here is pretty good. My favorite Ramen would have to be the Tonkatsu. The flavor of the broth is well balanced, not too salty, but not too watery either. I do prefer my broth to have a bolder pork taste though. The true highlight of this restaurant is their Chicken Katsu Curry. The sauce is nicely seasoned, and has the pleasant aroma Japanese Curry is supposed to have. The sauce pairs really great with the crunch of the Chicken Katsu .

Haven't eaten lunch and it's around 230pm, a Saturday. I accidentally found this Ramen place thru Yelp. Truly intrigued by their menu of pictures and it's description. We Entered the door from Basic Asian Mart. Walked through the dining room to our left. We then saw the menu picture board. With so many selections, it took us some time to look around and decide what to eat. Finally got a pencil, picked up the paper check list and marked our chosen ramen and curry rice meal. If we want extra soup, noodles or rice...just put a check on the paper and Show it to the cashier. We paid and she gave us a number. We waited for a few minutes and our food was ready. Stood up when I heard the number and picked up the meals. Ordered the tonkotsu ramen and beef curry rice meal. The yellow noodles was very good, so is the broth. The beef curry needed some seasoning, instead I ate it together with the red relish that comes with it. Liked the miso soup with just enough saltiness and soft tofu. Not sure if the basis of a great restaurant is an empty bowl and plate, meal for two cost about $ $20++ I almost gave them 5 stars, but the shumai looks like store made. Green tea was free. The dining area looks bare but wide. No fancy decor. Straight to the point eat a good meal and call it a day. Will definitely be back to try their spicy version of ramen.

Very nice place to try! Workers are so friendly! Very spacious! I like how we can order things. Really reminds me of Japan! I love their homemade sauce they had on the side.

I don't know why I gave it 4 stars, because the food is most definitely 5 stars. The pork belly ramen is one of the tastiest ramens I have ever had, and I lived in Japan for 3 years!

Amazingness I have found my Ramen lunch place!!! Great selection so many different ramen. I hope I have enough time to try everything in the future!!

No frills joint, easy to miss if you don't pay attention, they have no sign on the building, other than "Food" and "Open" sign in the front and as you pull up to the parking lot, you'll see "Sushi" and "Nagomi". I've driven by this street for many years while working in Plymouth and never knew this place exists until recently. Everything here is self-serve. When you walk in, turn to your left and go to the menu board, review and once you have decided what you want, pick up the piece of paper for the items you want, walk up to the cashier, give them the slip(s), pay and wait until your order is called over the PA system. Get your own water, utensils, etc. Looks like they expanded to the former grocery store, giving more seating area. Having been on noodle tour for the past few weeks, I went with Tonkatsu Ramen with extra pork and two sushi rolls (Spicy Tuna and Spicy Salmon). The total came out to like $22 or so. It was Sunday around 3pm, the place wasn't busy, around 4 tables were occupied. The Ramen came out first and fast, didn't take more than 5 minutes, then after few minutes got my rolls. - Spicy Tuna and Spicy Salmon: It's basically Tuna and Salmon rolls topped with spicy mayo, which wasn't spicy at all. If you want to add some kick to it, add some of the hot sauce that's available by the cashier. The rolls were you standard rolls you find in many of the Japanese restaurants in Michigan. - Tonkatsu Ramen, probably the best Tonkatsu ramen I had thus far in Michigan. The broth was very rich and had that deep rich taste. I had two issues with this ramen though... 1) the egg was hard boiled and not your traditional soft boiled egg and 2) not enough broth, not sure if you can order extra or not (will have to check next time I go back). They also do not use pork belly, rather pork loin. Overall, Ramen was excellent and would go back just to eat Tonkatsu Ramen (if I could, I would order just the broth)... but will try other foods they have... the food came out fast, but I'm sure it takes some time when they are busy... service? Well, it's self service, you grab your own water, you go up to the counter to pick up your food, etc., so service really doesn't exist... the cashier was friendly and nice, had no issues ordering, paying or picking up my food. When you are done eating, make sure to clean up after yourself... gotta take all your empty bowls, utensils, tray, etc and place them in the bin before you leave.

Always a treat to eat here. Not too busy but steady this Sunday afternoon. Food was amazing as always. I actually remembered to take pictures before digging in. Can't wait to come back soon!

Nagomi is a little hidden gem, that offers cafeteria styling dining restaurant that just makes me happy. You walk up to a board of anything your heart desires. Ramen, sushi, udon, curry.... it's awesome! Write down what you want, then hand it off to the staff who will call out your number from the window. Make sure you're paying attention to what your number is! Next to where you pick up your food, there's a ton of seasonings, oils, spoons, napkins, spices to doll up your fancy ramen. Big fan of their spicy sesame oil. I think this is definitely a great gem in Novi. I wish I would have known about it sooner. Highly recommend!

Outside, you wouldn't be able to tell this is a restaurant, much less open. But a classic, wonderful experience awaits inside. Walk in and see the vast wall filled with names of dishes, photos, and small slips of paper that you use to order. The food is always amazing and Im pretty sure the restaurant is family owned. If you have been looking for a good ramen/udon place, look no further than Nagomi!