Ramen Ichizu Bar

Try the Japanese curry! Delicious, chicken karaage was amazing too and the shoyu cucumbers. I can’t remember what the ramen was but it’s super brothy and the pork was so tender. Upstairs at the bar was a great time, we got a bottle of Harada Sake and closed the place down. ❤️

I have only gone twice for their break beats and ramen feel collaborations but the food was absolutely delicious. The service was exceptional and even though they were full they still kept an inviting and welcoming environment. The restaurant itself is very clean and has a comfortable feeling to it. This place has singlehandedly raised my standards for ramen. I can't wait to visit to try their regular menu!!

Went to the pop-up event with Chef Watanabe and it was INCREDIBLE!! I was first in line on Friday morning. Sorry but, you snooze, you lose. Anyone who is writing a negative review based on not being served for that day should offer up some grace and understanding. The amount of effort and hard work that goes into these events is unfathomable. Keep crushing! 🤘🍜🙌

I had the chance to go to the Ramen Feel pop-up at Ramen Ichizu, and honestly, it was one of the most special dining experiences I’ve had. The food was absolutely delicious—it didn’t feel like just another bowl of ramen, it felt like something a family member would lovingly make for you. Every bite was worth the 2.5-hour wait, and being one of the first in line made me realize how much care and detail Chef Watanabe put into this event. I’ve seen some negative reviews from people upset about the line being cut off, and I think it’s important to put things into perspective. This was a pop-up—ingredients were limited, and the chef himself had just arrived from Japan at 5 a.m. before starting prep and later coming back for service. He could only serve so many people, and he deserved both rest and respect. If Chef Watanabe could have served everyone, I’m sure he would have, but that just wasn’t realistic for such a unique, handcrafted experience. If you were lucky enough to get in, you knew that the wait had been 100% worth it.

What an incredible experience! We waited in line for the pop up event with Ramen FeeL and what a great time. The staff was great about providing us with updates about wait times and they got our group seated together, which was great. Wait was long - but we were with friends and had fun chatting the whole time. The staff was good at moving people through but not rushing the experience. However busy the pop up was, the staff was quick to bring us drinks and to ensure we were having a great time. The food was absolutely incredible; I’m no ramen conossieur but man, that was a heavenly bowl of ramen. I especially loved the elk dumplings. We’d like to come back and try the regular menu, but heck yeah, what a cool experience to try Japanese Ramen from a renowned chef in SLC.

Fantastic, innovative take on ramen. The owner, Mike, had just returned from Japan and was so interested in our impressions of the dishes. It’s a joy to taste food that has been given such obvious thought and attention. No need to add extras to the default dishes. They come with plenty of food.

I went during their collaboration with Ramen Break Beats and it was my first time trying their ramen as well. We were seated on the Ramen counter right in front of the kitchen and it was interesting to see them making the food. I ordered the shoyu ramen and I particularly enjoyed the fried enoki topping and the smoked pork. The ramen was amazing and I could say it is some of the best ramen I have tasted. Will definitely want to come back.

The best ramen in Utah lives up to its name! The pop-up of Tokyo’s own Ramen FeeL chef, Daisuke Watanabe, who is critically acclaimed amongst masters of the trade brings some of his best teams up with the local ramen legend chef Mike, making a delicious bowl of ramen. Me and my little brother tried their Shio ramen. Perfect handmade noodles, rich broth, and flavorful toppings are all essentials to this bowl. Not to mention the chill yet lively atmosphere and friendly service. Ramen FeeL is only in town for two days so if you are free I would highly recommend to go at this time. And if you are not able to stop by during that time, be sure to come dine during the restaurant’s normal hours to try this amazing ramen!

First time coming here. Came right before it got busy. But unfortunately they were out of most of the ramen items and some appetizers. I ended up getting the pork shoyu- and added an egg to it. The noodles were good and broth was light. Wish there were more topping options. Also got the shoyu elk bison. Meat was very tender and the wonton it had in it was delicious. Broth was the same as the other dish. Overall place had good service and food was good. Just wish they weren't out of most of the items I wanted to try. Space is small so it isn't good for bigger groups. But still come and give it a try :)

This ramen spot is located in 9th and is a great option for really good ramen! The Tonkotsu broth was rich, creamy and had lots of Umami flavor. We also got the TanTan which was a great option too. The ramen noodles were cooked perfectly and I loved the all around flavor of both broths. My only complaint was that towards the end both broths seemed too salty but it still tasted good! The ambiance was great and I loved the decorations inside. You order from your phone through a QR code which I've noticed a lot of other restaurants doing too. I do miss talking to a waiter and ordering the usual way but ordering through your phone is a good option too.

WOW. JUST INCREDIBLE RAMEN!!!!!!! We went last Friday for their pop up with one of the best ramen chefs in all of Japan, and we were so excited to go!!! I will say, the line was pretty crazy; we got in line at 5:20 pm, dinner opened at 6:30, and we were almost the last people they guaranteed dinner! We finally got inside around 9:20, and were done eating at 9:45 pm, so we had a great time spending my whole Friday night here!! Besides the line, the ramen was actually incredible: they put so much effort into every single bowl, I watched them spritz what I think was a key lime on each bowl, like wow they really cared about each bowl equally, and their were so many small flavor profiles, it was truly delicious! The space is small, but it's very nice at night! The lady running the whole thing was very good at her job, she was running back and forth talking to customers waiting in line, seating people, and even serving bowls to customers, great job! Overall, I would totally recommend this place, but maybe just on a non weekend day when they don't have an event happening! Please come here!!

Loved the lobster ramen. Took quite some time for them to make it... 35 min, actually. My friends got their food before me and we noticed other tables who came after us got their ramens before us.

We were lucky enough to go on one of the nights they had flown a chef from Japan. And we were so happy we made it in that night by a hair! The service was phenomenal, very polite and prompt. The vibe was dope fun music and inviting. With cute neon lights and plants and chalk board with the house rules on it. We loved the whole esthetic vibe they created! We can't wait to go again.

Came here for a pop up hand roll night and I never knew this spot existed before! It's in one of my favorite downtown neighborhoods, but somehow I've overlooked it. The space itself is awesome, with two floors and tasteful art with an open kitchen format. On the evening I visited, they weren't serving ramen but the rolls we ordered were delicious. Only reason I'm leaving 4 stars is because service was a bit lackluster and inattentive. I'd love to come back and try their ramen soon!

Ramen was okay! They only had one vegan/vegetarian option, so it was a little disappointing if you are restricted to not eating meat. The vegan ramen was fine but would have liked more tofu or vegetables in it. The noddles were great tho.

great spot for a quick little date. It's a bit small inside but tables quickly opened up. The service was delightful from the young lady, it seemed like she was the only waitress/hostess/busser but she was friendly, quick and attentive. The ramen was nothing crazy special but had nice flavor and taste. Tasty and authentic, all you can ask for :)

TLDR: This place was good, and we'll probably come back to try more dishes. My wife and I heard good things, so we wanted to check it out. We got the Truffle Chicken Paitan and the Triple Threat Shoyu ramen. Both were very good and umami. The house-made noodles were definitely one of the highlights as they had the perfect al dente texture. One thing we wished was better was the temperature. It was fairly warm to begin with, but quickly got colder as we ate. It's possible that that was due to the fact that we came right at opening. As far as service goes, our server did a good job at checking in on us. We asked for a table instead of a counter, and they were happy to seat us at the table instead. The restaurant and seating area are small, so be aware. It was well-kept and clean if not a little chilly (on an especially cold January day). Whatever the case may be, we still enjoyed our food and will return to try more things.

Ramen Ichizu is my personal favorite ramen spot of all time -- any state in the US, anywhere. I've been eating Chef Mike's ramen since his only shop was Hana! One thing that I really like about his ramen, especially the style he serves up at Ramen Ichizu, is how often I can find myself wanting it. By that I mean, many ramen places I can only eat every once in awhile, because ramen in the US is typically very rich, strong, salty, etc, which are not bad things necessarily, but it's an every once in awhile affair. Every bowl I have from Ramen Ichizu is light, easy on my stomach, and so fulfilling. I have come for different popups with creators from Japan, and different specials, but my favorite has got to be their Shoyu. Right now my favorite is specifically the Elk Shoyu. Before I ate their shoyu, I actually hated shoyu ramen as a whole, and only stuck to tonkotsu (mostly that's the only good style you can get at the places I've been). Shoyu in many places tastes way too salty, and is way too dark/soy sauce heavy for my taste, but I can tell that Ramen Ichizu makes theirs specially and authentically by hand, to the point where it actually changed shoyu from being my least favorite to my most favorite type of ramen (as long as it's theirs!) I love the cute little shop. It's my favorite place to come in to grab a simple bite before going to the movies. I always love sitting at the bar so I can watch them cook up the ramen. Earlier, service could be a little slow, but ever since they switched to using Toast tab it's been a breeze. Even before that, I was always willing to wait for a bowl. To me, the price they charge compared to other ramen shops is reflective of the quality craftsmanship of the dish, with every part cooked from scratch. It's more than worth it to me! Keep doing great things Ramen Ichizu! :-)

We've gone here twice now, and both times have been amazed that a place like this can exist in utah. The ramen is simple and focuses on ingredients and craftsmanship, true to japanese form, but they'll often take a unique spin on things like an elk broth with rare elk chashu topping (which i think has become a permanent menu item). The meals are a tad expensive, but for the quality of food and experience of eating it, it's well worth it.

I was so excited to try this place out since hearing only great things from a fellow Yelp Elite. However, this didn't live up to expectations. What's good: the ramen is pretty tasty and is not overly salty at all (which I love). They also have more protein options to choose from. What's not so good: the service...honestly this was one of the few times where a bad service ruined the meal--we put in our order but couldn't get anyone to bring out our beer, even after asking for it twice...we were just ignored. And what's worse is that the shop was practically empty when we were there (only one other table with 2 guests). Food-wise, the potstickers were a bit doughy and the duck (in my ramen) were chewy and I had to spit it out at the end. Portion is smaller than most ramen out there and price is a bit higher (wouldn't be an issue at all on its own, but in combo with other things I mentioned, it's not great.) Anyways, glad we tried this for ourselves but not sure if we'd come back... side note, personal pet peeve (as a good tipper), why do business owner feels the need to stand/hover over our table and watch us like a hawk when we pay + select the tip on the card reader machine? Kind of distasteful...

Good ramen but expensive and service could be better. Ambiance: Cute, simple interior. Some bar seating and some table seating. Services: Definitely leaves something to be desired. No frills. In and out kind of service. Food: Got the shoyu with an egg and the tan tan (spicy). Both were delicious from the broth to the individual components. Quite expensive though for the portion size which were perfect for one person. Overall, good ramen overall if you're willing to forgive the service and value component.

Food quality: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Literally perfection in a bowl. I don't know how Mike does it, but I couldn't be happier with this amazing bowl of Chicken and Duck Paitan from Ramen Ichizu . The soup was so incredibly creamy with so much depth and every bite was so rich and full of flavor. I don't remember the last time I was sad about not having any more broth to drink. The chicken and duck slices were so soft and tender, same kind of consistency as sous vide poultry. The marinated egg was well seasoned and had a perfect, jammy yolk. The wontons were ok, I would skip it next time only because I got more wonton skin than meat, and it really wasn't necessary to add. Oh, and we got the Shoyu Cucumbers too. Salty, spicy, vinegary, well-rounded. Great appetizer/ side dish too! Don't skip on this menu item.

We came today for the Monday special: Truffle Shoyu (Smoked Pork, Duck, Bison). A very delicious dish- the truffle was light but still flavorful. The pork, duck, bison were a bite or two in size- all had unique intricate flavors that really brought the ramen together. The meal was prepared quickly and all dishes were hot. I felt the price for the special was very fair. The ambiance was very calm and family friendly - I'd be curious to return on the weekend. Overall a great dinner!

Ichizu blew me away--hands down one of the best ramen spots I've had in the U.S. The Tokusei Shoyu Ramen was the star: super clean, balanced broth with depth and zero salt overload. You can tell it's made from scratch, not a premix. The trio of chashu (each different cut and prep) was beautifully done--tender, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The egg had that perfect soft center, not overly seasoned but just right. Even the menma (bamboo shoots) had that nice bite and flavor. We also got the pickled cucumber--super crisp with great flavor, and the gyoza, which tasted homemade in the best way. Light char on the crust, juicy filling. The karaage was decent--light seasoning and crunchy skin, but it didn't stand out as much as the ramen or gyoza. Only one server was working the floor, so respect to him for managing orders, tables, and cleaning with grace. It did get busy, but the vibe stayed calm and customers seemed understanding. If you're a ramen fan, Ichizu is a must-visit. You can tell there's passion behind the bowl.

I really wanted to like this spot, seen some good reviews on IG. I love ramen. But not this ramen. It was a slow lunch hour, there were only two tables seated, lunch for two and was seated at the bar. I asked to love to a table instead. Their signature ramen is an elk ramen, I was offended to see this on the menu but ended up trying it since it's their signature. The broth was oily/greasy. The strong gamy flavor does not work in ramen. I'd consider going back to try a more traditional bowl, but we'll see. Some things I liked is they make their own noods, they were fresh, thin, and chewy. You can also do add ons, I had to try the duck chashu, that was really good. Also ordered the kaarage and dumplings, they were both ok. They have an interesting menu that drew me to it, like the donburi. So much potential here

I've enjoyed every experience I've had here! Food is delicious and high quality! The ambiance was nice. I've been sat at a table and at the bar and both were enjoyable. Even had the opportunity to talk to the owner last time and you can tell he's really passionate about making quality food and providing a cool space to enjoy it.

I really wanted to like this place, but it was disappointing. The service was poor and awkward, with the host/server making me feel like a bother. The menu was an inconvenience. They don't allow modifications, which is fine, but the menu doesn't list what's in the different ramen options. This forced the server to explain every different ramen to each table individually, which felt inefficient. For example, the Tokusei Ramen says "all toppings" in parentheses, but nowhere does it clarify what those toppings actually are. If you don't allow modifications, shouldn't the customer know what each ramen comes with? The food was underwhelming. The noodles had good thickness but were slightly overcooked. The gyoza looked crispy but was oddly soggy. The tantan ramen flavor was okay but nothing memorable. Also, instead of napkins, the tables have Kleenex, which felt strange and impractical. Finally, the payment process was frustrating. The server brought the machine to the table, but I wasn't shown an itemized receipt--just the total amount. After I paid, I expected to be asked if I wanted a receipt copy, but instead, the server pressed "no" for me and whisked the machine away.

We stayed in downtown Salt Lake City prior to heading out to Grand Teton and Yellowstone NP. We were craving for Japanese food and found this police on Yelp and decided to give it a try. It's a fairly new place....opened a few months ago. The place is small, so, be ready to wait outside if it's full. They don't allow folks to wait inside. They have an upstairs that is still under construction. It's ip kitchen so it's pretty cool to see them prep the dishes. We ordered the everything ramen- which comes with an egg, 3 slices of meat, and few bamboo. I wish they had add more bamboo and more options to select. Ramen was delicious!! We also ordered the fried rice...it comes with an egg. OMG...it's a plain dish but soooo delicious! It's packed with flavors and the egg was just the cream of the crop. I hope as they evolve over time, they'll consider adding more options to their menu. I also hope that they'll add another staff or two...because the hostess multitasking (seating, prepping the dishes, checking out for payment, etc.) which can slow down the overall service delivery. But overall, two thumbs up. We'll be back again if we're every in town!

I heard good reviews from this place, and what caught my attention is that the noodles are made in the house. The ramen was so delicious I really enjoyed it. When I came in, it wasn't full, and service was quick. One thing I didn't like was the tissue box instead of napkins.

Totally spectacular ramen in central 9th from the chef behind Hana Ramen in Park City! We got to talk with him briefly and he is super cool...and REALLY knows how to cook ramen. The menu is limited because every single option is high quality. Handmade noodles and perfectly balanced broth. Don't forget to add an egg; these are PERFECT with a deliciously gooey inside. Also highly recommend trying one of the mini donburi bowls as you wait for your ramen. They also have a special menu focusing on ramen from specific areas of Japan on Monday nights if you are feeling adventurous! A few things to be aware of: - there is limited seating, so quite a line can form outside at peak times (including in the cold); it does move faster than you would think because most parties eat their ramen then go! -the waitstaff is generally very young; while kind, the service has sometimes been a bit awkward and/or they have forgotten to bring us items we have ordered; not a big deal generally (but probably better for a casual time with friends than someone you are trying to impress) -not a place for drinks, dessert, etc. Ambiance is okay but nothing to write home about. The focus here is definitely the food/ramen!

I absolutely love this place. Not only do I see they actually care about creating an authentic experience, the Ramen is fantastic. I've never had a bad experience here, and really don't understand some of the negative reviews. I see on Google. You will not be disappointed. By the way, I had the elk Ramen, which I'd strongly recommend. However, I believe it may be seasonal.

My boyfriend and I came during one of their soft opening nights. I really wanted to give them 5 stars but there were just a couple of things that left a little more to be desired. The space is intimate and the service was nice. The water is self-serve at a water dispenser. When I used the bathroom it was a little bit dirty and it was out of hand soap, which was a little concerning. When it comes to the food, the shio ramen and shoyu ramen both had great flavor. The noodles also had good texture and are made in-house. However, I found my shio ramen to be a little bit too salty which made it harder to eat. I had to keep stopping to drink more water between bites. My boyfriend's shoyu ramen wasn't quite as salty, and we both like that one more than the shio. The pork was yummy but a little stingy. Of the three slices of pork in my shio ramen, one of them was so thin that it was definitely 1/2 the size of what it should have been. I also really wished they had included soft boiled eggs. My boyfriend and I also agreed that the prices were steep. The ramen was great, but for what you are getting, $18 per bowl with small amounts of meat and no egg felt expensive. We both felt that $13-14 a bowl was more appropriate. However, I know the chef cooked these with a lot of care and attention to detail and since this is a soft opening, perhaps the prices are higher for now before they scale. Nonetheless, I would be happy to come back in the future because their food is good and I want them to be successful. I look forward to their grand opening and more menu items to be released. We will be back to try more of their dishes.

I went here for dinner just the other week and was sad to see that it was just another hipsterish ramen joint. The food was overpriced the gyoza was decent but the worst part of it was how little amount of ramen they give you. They also got my order wrong and brought out someone else's food to me and I don't like ordering system that makes you keep a card on file while waiting for your food. It even asks you to either start a tab or pay for your food before you even get your food.

Food is deliciously presented, service was swift and the wall art is cool! Anime and vibes

The handmade noodles are tasty and the broth is very nice. Staff is consistently friendly

Came here for lunch on a Friday because we got sucked into the hype. We came right at opening to ensure we got a table but realized it wasn't necessary as there was just one other person there. Already the second I walked in it was a weird vibe, not because of the small location but with at least 5 people in the open kitchen not one person looked up and acknowledged me. My friend mentioned we had to self serve our water, this was never relayed to me by the staff. The place felt cold with no music and a small dining area and bar seating. We all ordered the everything ramen to make it easy. Our server, the girl in a lot of the restaurant's reels on IG, was very cold this is in stark contrast to her persona in the videos so it was a bit surprising. My friend asked her for a bowl so she could feed her son some fried rice but after two times of reminding her she had to go to the counter herself and get it. Although we were the second table to be seated it still took a while before our orders arrived so I can't imagine how slow it would be with a rush. The ramen broth was nice and light and I loved the texture of the fresh ramen noodles however, there was a slice of meat in there that was absolutely inedible. It was not only impossible to chew but it had such a strong liver smell and taste. We all had to discard it. What bothered me the most was when my friend requested a to go container bc her toddler son couldn't finish his friend rice she pretty rudely stated they don't do to go bc they don't want people to complain about the food bc the quality is not the same when their food is taken to go. I understand not taking to-go orders but that shouldn't apply to those not wanting to waste their food. She kept interrupting us saying it was posted on the menu and wall but again we understood it as not filling to go orders. Asking for a box to take leftovers does not negate the fact that the food was already enjoyed and such the quality was already appreciated at the restaurant. Having people pay a significant amount of money for food for their toddler when there's no kids menu then expect the remaining portion to be wasted. I understand if this was clearly stated but the attitude and rudeness was uncalled for. In general service was extremely cold, the owner I Believe did come by to help drop off the food and he seemed friendly enough but reserved. All in all the place didn't live up to the hype to justify $22 a bowl when you factor the customer service.

Best authentic, traditional, handmade ramen in town! If you're looking for quality ramen, then this is the spot for you! The attention to detail is impressive. The noodles are made from scratch using organic flours from Hokkaido, Korea, and Utah. They use all local pasture chicken. They remove the minerals from the water to provide the purest product. Even the sesame seed oil is made from scratch for the tantanmen. All non-GMO, no preservatives, and no MSG. The owner trained in Japan, this is the real deal. My favorites are the tantanmen (I love spicy) and the triple threat shoyu. Absolutely love the handmade noodles here and the broth is SO flavorful! Shio, tsukemen (dipping ramen), mazesoba, even a vegan ramen are also available. Excellent ramen spot and it's so awesome to see SLC upping the food scene. Rather than going to an overly commercialized ramen chain that's plain, try a 100% handmade spot instead - it's worth it.

The interior of the place is industrial cool architecture and nice layout and design . Unfortunately the ramen falls way short in flavor . The broth was extremely oily and overpowering beef stock flavor . Noodles are not handmade and are angel hair pasta . The price for small bowl of ramen was $26 which is very pricey for the amount you receive . I've been to Japan and there is no comparison at all . I grade it C minus and I'm being generous .

Besides the price being absolutely ridiculous, the ramen was OK. One thing we noticed too, was one of the cooks who was literally right in front of us preparing our food was eating. They were not wearing gloves while slicing chicken on their slicer. They did not wash the slicer after using it nor did they even bother washing their hands. The hand washing sink looked dry as a bone . Wife and I both made ourselves sick thinking off all the germ we indirectly were eating because the staff was so poorly trained. Never again.

Horrible experience with awful customer service from the moment we sat down. After 15 minutes the rude bartender came to take our order. The first thing she told us was that there was only 4 bowls of Ramen left. We had told her that was okay. She told us we must order food and not just drinks and we said no problem we want fries. She took our order and then left. She never came back and never made our drinks. She ignored us the rest of the time. After 25 minutes of not being served 2 drinks while she just flirted with someone at the bar and sipped on her own drink she never came over to us again. We finally had to get up and leave. I did let her know to go ahead and cancel our order since we hadn't been served and she rolled her eyes and would not even look at me. I'm not quite sure why we were treated this way. We are still so shocked and disappointed that people are so mean and discriminatory towards others. I cannot think of one reason why she wouldn't serve us... unless it's because we aren't the same race maybe .. I have no clue. But I do not recommend. Sad that one person can ruin the experience for a whole group. As far as the quality of the food and drink, welp I couldn't tell you because I never received anything.

The one star reviews genuinely baffle me. This is the most authentic ramen and closet thing to Japanese cuisine that we will ever have the privilege of experiencing in Utah. I've lived in Utah my whole life and can genuinely say that the demographics are slowly catching on to evolving culture and food that isn't from a chain restaurant. Maybe this is why they're confused to see things that aren't a representation of them. Nonetheless, seeing something different or eating something different from what you're use to, doesn't mean it's scary, poor quality or distasteful. If you wouldn't ask a Michelin star chef to modify their menu items, you owe the same respect to Ramen Ichizu. The way Ramen Ichizu embodies flavor is truly an art form. It was worth the wait when it first opened, and it was worth the 3-hour wait at the pop up event on September 12th. I will always look forward to the comfort of their meals, the purity of their ingredients and their kind gestures as we enter and exit. I am grateful to experience their authenticity and look forward to my future visits.

Loved loved loved this ramen place. It's no frills and had a great authentic flavor AND noodle. Those thin and chewy noodles will be on my mind for the next month or so. They're in a soft open right now but they're trying to make a cocktail bar upstairs which is why they're only soft opening. 100% would recommend. The staff is busting their ass and I appreciate their service It's a small seating area for now so it may be tough for big groups. Groups of 2-4 seem ideal

Went here finally and got the vegan ramen. It was so yummy, the broth was creamy and flavorful. The noodles I was skeptical seeing the seasonal veg was tomatoes when they brought it but it was delicious!

What a cute place! We loved our ramen dishes. We had to wait for a bit because they have a very limited number of tables, but that is some of the fun of the experience. I do wish they did take out but I think their kitchen probably isn't big enough for it. We love this place and can't wait to come back!

We went at 5pm on a Saturday and we were seated immediately. It is a very small space. Unfortunately they were out of two types of ramen and all but one sake. The meat in the ramen was really good, but the broth was nothing amazing. I hope they figure out how to ensure they have enough to serve all their menu items for the entire weekend.

Seated ourselves immediately with 2 adults and two kids. Ordered through the QR code. Everything arrived correctly. The food was very good. They make their own noodles! One of our party ordered a dish that they didn't like, the owner replaced it with another dish which was greatly appreciated. He also chatted us up and explained their noodle making and the history behind the dishes. Definitely coming back.

Having been in Tokyo 3x and willing to try any Shio ramen so had to try this place. Other reviews were on point about no thrills but food delivered, especially for SLC. Our service was great, so earlier reviews on poor service must have gotten straightened out by management. Ramen egg was a little over cooked but both Shio and Tsukemen were great. Would be back here to try the Shoyu to compare how it stacks up against Koyote's.

I'll start with the bad. This is an enormously inconvenient place to eat. VERY often they are not opened. After many attempts (7-8) to eat here I finally walked in to order and was told that they do neither substitutions nor do they allow takeout orders. However, instead of walking off completely irritated I decided to stay and sit for dinner. That was really because of the great attitude of the server and maître D, who delivered a lot of obstacles in the most pleasant manner imaginable. I've never been told NO so many times, and yet her delivery was remarkably pleasant. The first two items I tried to order were no longer available... thankfully there were a few really inviting options. When dinner arrived I was so surprised at how smooth sophisticated and healthy this bowl of Ramen was I was reminded about a few things when it comes to really great food. Really, quality and convenience are really by their very nature at odds with each other and so it was here. I'm from NYC where going out to eat is almost always this complicated. Sometimes far worse! I'll spare you too many details. Really great food is worth the wait and when it's this profoundly delicious the chef can be trusted with a no substitution policy. Eat here! It is the best ramen I have ever had the pleasure to enjoy!

I was born and raised in Japan and this is the best ramen in SLC. The owner trained in Japan with some of the best ramen chefs in the country. This is authentic ramen.

This place puts a large emphasis on quality. The food is stunning and so well thought out. Every bite you can tell is crafted in such a special way. The people working there were friendly. Can't wait to go back and try more

Ramen noodles overcooked and broth flavor was... interesting. Wasn't a fan of how they don't allow modifications - normally ok with this but, for me, the ingredients in the Ramen were not cohesive. I gave it a shot but ended up taking stuff out or avoiding the ingredients while eating.

Great ramen. Simple menu. The ramen dishes are the stars of the show - you gotta go with them! Small restaurant. Great service.

Most authentic ramen I've had in a long time, talk to the owner Mike when your there, he has a lot of great stories about living in Japan. 100% worth a visit.

We came on a Monday so they had a special menu. We got spicy ramen and chicken. Really great ramen and great vibes!! 10/10

Our server was nice, and took our order very quickly. The wait was short too, so we were able to eat soon. I had the shoyu all ingredient ramen, which had a nice light chicken broth. The noodles were smooth and thin, and were very delicious. The gyoza was average, but I loved the ramen. The interior was small, but they were able to sit a lot of people. In conclusion, a good place to eat on Sundays, especially when everything else is usually closed.

Go to this astonishing new place when it isn't busy--getting harder to do; get ready for lines out the door soon, particularly as the weather cools--and eat everything on the menu. They will guide you through it. It is such a joy to have such incredible food in Salt Lake. Owner and staff are super cool, too. Recommendations to management for their already excellent hip-hop playlists: What's On Your Mind by Eric B. And Rakim Goin' Back to Cali by LL Cool J Shake Your Rump by Beastie Boys Kiss You Back by Digital Underground Entire King of Beats collection by J Dilla Metaphorical Music by Nujabes (entire album)

Wish I had listened to the other recent reviews... First, the service was poor, with us being asked to wait outside so as to not block the door. However, we were nowhere near the door when asked to move and were perched under a space heater right in front of the door once outside... Said space heater promptly ran out of fuel leaving us shivering in the January night. Then the menu was unnecessarily sparse, requiring the servers to explain the ins and outs of each dish. Also, an egg is not included in a base order of ramen! Isn't that standard fare? For bowls starting at $18 I expected a whole lot more and left feeling underwhelmed.