RamenYa

READ THIS IF YOU WANT TO TRY THE REAL AUTHENTIC RAMEN BOWL. I saw a lot of positive comments here, which is great and I respect that! 🌟 For me, AS AN ASIAN WHO’S TRIED RAMEN ON BOTH THE EAST & WEST COAST 🍜, I came on a Wednesday, excited to try one of the most talked-about ramen spots in the DMV. ✅ Positive points: • Friendly staff 😊 • Affordable prices 💰 • Clean, chill space 🪑 Here’s MY HONEST TAKE FROM AN ASIAN TASTE PERSPECTIVE: • Black Ramen: Broth was average 😕. My wife, who was VERY HUNGRY, even said the flavor didn’t satisfy — and when we all tried it, we agreed. The chashu was TOO THICK, TOO JUICY — and as you can see in the image, it wasn’t even close to the usual chashu style made by rolling pork belly, braising it in a sweet and salty soy sauce mix, and thinly slicing it. Instead, it looked like plain pork belly with light, instant marinade. Importantly, it was MISSING SEAWEED AND BAMBOO SHOOTS — WHICH I CONSIDER THE SOUL OF A GOOD RAMEN BOWL. The egg (ajitsuke tamago) was okay but didn’t elevate the dish. ⭐ 2/5 • Blackjack Ramen: I WAS RECOMMENDED THIS BY THE STAFF AS ONE OF THEIR BESTSELLERS, and MY STYLE IS ALWAYS TO TRY THE TOP-SELLING OR FAMOUS DISH OF A RESTAURANT to feel its best flavors — so I 100% TRUSTED THEIR SUGGESTION and ordered the Blackjack. Unfortunately, the broth was SLIGHTLY SOUR — AND THAT WAS IT. I couldn’t detect much other flavor; it felt like I was just eating noodles with some light vinegar. The noodles were FLAVORLESS, with lots of corn 🌽 and raw shallots. Again, the same thick and underseasoned pork — and once again, MISSING THE SEAWEED AND BAMBOO SHOOTS that are staples in most ramen. I was left confused about the concept of this dish. ⭐ 1/5 for me • Spicy Tonkotsu: The BEST BOWL we had at the table 🌶️. ⭐ 4/5 - Overall: This place is an AVERAGE, AFFORDABLE SPOT 🍜💸 FOR CASUAL MEALS — it’s not the phenomenal ramen destination in the DMV that some reviews suggest. I know it might have just been not a good day for me to visit 🌧️, given the non-authentic dishes they made that day. I truly hope I can come back next time and experience a BETTER TASTE ✨, especially since many people have called this place “ONE OF THE BEST IN THE DMV.” Currently, for me, it felt more like ONE OF THE CASUAL RAMEN BOWLS 🍲 IN THE DMV.

Soooo good! I wish the place had more seating! Worth the wait! You will leave full with yummy taste of flavor food for under $20 a person! We have gotten take out too! The portions might be slightly smaller when you get takeout but still just as good. The place is small inside so there’s not a lot of tables so on the busier times takeout is definitely worth it.

Ramen ya is the best ramen place around the Baltimore area. The ramen is delicious!!! They do not have a large menu and the dining area is small, but don’t let that deter you from trying this place! We dined in on a Wednesday evening and it was fairly crowded - we waited about 25 minutes for a table. They have a viewing area of the noodle making which my kids enjoyed. The spicy (red) shoyu ramen is pretty spicy. This was my kids first time trying Ramen and they are hooked! Ordering extra noodles easily gives you another meal to take home - or give to your kids. This is a must try ramen place!

Tried the spicy tonkotsu ramen — the broth was deep and flavorful, though not as rich as in Japan. The meat was just right, and the noodles seemed freshly made in-house. Overall, very satisfying!

Full of great flavors!!! The Thai milk tea is phenomenal as well! The service is excellent and it was very neat to see the noodles being handmade!

The food is incredible! Highly recommend both the pork buns and the miso ramen. I like spicy dishes, so I went with the spicy miso. The only negative about the place is that the tables are fairly close. Especially if it's a busier time, hearing the person you're with might be a little difficult.

If you want fine dining, this isn't the spot. You want to taste good ramen noodles, then pull up! It's an old pizza hut that turned into i feel one of the best noodle spots in the area, RamenYa. Seating is limited, which I'm cool with. Wait, time can be 40 minutes, but you should expect that for a small restaurant. The food is delicious and very tasty. Very simplistic menue, bottled beverages, and wait time was like 10min tops for your food once you sat down. Without hesitation, I suggest this spot, just don't expect too much, but to eat good noodles, enjoy your company... oh, and their pork buns are so damn good, a must try. I'll go again, for sure... Meet us there! A3s

If you want a good, real bowl of ramen that hits the spot and leaves your head tilting back as you enjoy the savory umami broth or the sweet, tasty chachu, go here. You'll thank yourself and the staff for making such a great experience come to reality.

I placed a to go order inside the restaurant. They said it would take about 20 minutes but I barely waited even 10 minutes. Everyone was very nice. The restaurant was very crowded and there wasn't much space to stand to wait for a table or to go orders. They also had very loud music playing but it was otherwise very nice. The food was delicious. The pork in the tonkotsu was super tender and practically melted in my mouth. The broth was super flavorful and had a good spice to it. The edamame I got was also super good. A little overcooked but was nice and salty. Overall it was a super good take out experience and I fully plan to go again.

I have to update my review to say RamenYa listened and they leveled up. During my recent visit, my bowl was so rich in flavor and filled to the brim. One slurp after another, each packed with delicious morsels and noodles. Oishi, it remains to be top ramen spot in the area! Service is friendly and cleanliness is excellent. gochisousama, RamenYa.

This place is in contention for the best ramen in Baltimore. Everything was delicious: the shrimp shumai was tender and incredibly flavorful, the edamame was seasoned simply with perfect amount of salt, and the shoyu red had just the right amount of kick and flavor. The service was pleasant and it seems like the waiters work as a team so you're never left wanting. I cannot wait to come back!

Try their black garlic ramen. Can't go wrong with this casual Ramen spot in Glen Burnie. Parking all around, short wait times for the food, will hit the spot if you're craving that umami kick. Good texture on the noodles too!

Nothing better than a hot bowl of Ramen on a cold day. I've tried everyone here and have Lived them!! Staff are quick and pleasant.

This is still my go to spot for Ramen. The curry Ramen is top notch. Over the years I have seen them become skimpy on the portions of noodles and they have also decreased the amount of broth given. The normal portion is now a half portion. It's disappointing to see a place I and been supporting since they opened start to cut corners and also increase the price charged for the smaller portion. Because of this I don't go as often. I didn't see the original gentleman there anymore, makes me wonder if he sold the business, which would make sense for all of the changes to the portions. It's still the best Ramen around because of the broth and the homemade noodles. Here's hoping they stay with making the noodles fresh.

This was my first time at Ramen ya. They were packed so I knew I was in the right spot. They gave us a buzzer and told us that it would be about a 40 minute wait so we waited in the car. And it was worth it!! We ordered the gyoza and shrimp shumai as appetizers. It was my first time tasting shrimp shumai--it has a soft texture. The ramen was phenomenal!!! FYI: They have straight noodles, not the curly noodles but it was delicious! I ordered the spicy tonkotsu because I tend to keep it basic haha. It was very flavorful. My boyfriend ordered the blackjack which is a combo of spicy tonkotsu and a black garlicky oil. He also added corn. I tasted his and it was so good too! This place is small but the flavors are large!! We'll definitely be back again.

Came here with my daughter at 7:50 on a Friday night, and there was a 40 minute wait with folks crowded around the door! The wait was about 40 - went grocery shopping next door during it. Service was efficient and food came out quickly. We think this is definitely some of the best ramen in this area. I'm a little biased because I had ramen 2 weeks ago in CA, which always sets my standard. I had spicy miso, daughter had spicy tonkatsu. Hers was a little better, mine could have had more miso flavor. Overall though glad to find this place! Come early or buy your groceries during the wait!

Overall: excellent ramen, small menu, all sorts of drinks, nostalgic ambiance in an old Pizza Hut, but the service was incredibly slow We got there at 4:45 on a Saturday and there was already a wait. We waited a long time to be seated. The servers were kind, but super slow and there was so much time between each time they came to us. For example, was probably 10-15 minutes between when they dropped off the check and picked up our cards to run them. The food was incredible though. Definitely the best ramen I've had in Maryland. It was cool that they make the noodles homemade and in a glass room so you could watch it from where you eat. My family got three different broths and they were all delicious. I loved that I could order a basic one for my toddler and not have to pick out all of the stuff he doesn't like. He crushed it. The curry was the perfect amount spicy and savory.

summary: ramenya is one of the best tasting ramen shops in the area, but I do feel like it's somewhat a victim of its own success. Depending on what time you go, you can face long waits and spotty service, but otherwise a location to check out for sure. the food: there are tons of different types of ramen available with lots of different topping options as well. From what I gathered, everything is delicious too. The menu keeps it relatively simple (in a good way). The broth had great depth, flavor, and balance. The noodles had a good chew/spring to them (and built on location; you can see them make it from a window in the building). And the chashu meat is to die for. the ambiance: I think this is kind of where the limitations start to present itself. The building appears to be an old pizza hut location and there's not too much seating available. It's not uncommon for there to be a long wait list to get seated depending on when you go, so choose wisely. There's not much to look at from a decor-standpoint, but it does have a home-y ramen shop vibe, so I don't mind it especially since the food is so good. the service: not sure if it's understaffed or the system they have in place, but it was hard to get servers to come to our table at times. For what it's worth, everyone was very nice, but it definitely felt busy. From order to table, our food probably took about 40 minutes to arrive. ramenya is definitely a place to check out especially if you're into noodles, but my recommendation would be to go during off hours or find a good friend to wait in line for you to get a table.

This was, hands down, delicioso! The Spicy Tonkatsu ramen was great. I had two bowls, well one there and one to go. The pork was excellent along with the shoyu egg. I was very impressed with the quality of ramen. The flavor is excellent and the noodles don't taste like cardboard. I paired it with the premium Hakushika "Tanuki" Junmai Cup 14.5% sake which will sneak up on ya... I am pretty sure the sake and that hearty bowl of ramen was the reason for my 4 hour mid day nap because the "itis" was real!!lol I was told that it gets quite busy with long waits in the early evening when they reopen after lunch time, but at lunch it was a smooth sailing production with things and guests moving rather quickly. I will most definitely return!

This place is absolutely great. But be advised. Extremely popular so the wait can be long. But worth the wait. The ramen was so good and the broth was silky smooth. Not sure what else I can say but make sure you go. The gyoza was really great as well. Everything made in house. A definite recommend.

A great way to repurpose (an old pizza hut?). Straightforward and no nonsense menu. A very in-and-out kind of ramen establishment. Nothing wrong with that for people focused on getting their fix. By the same token this place isn't about a nice leisurely night out. Take-out will be equally satisfactory to sit down for you. Ramen quality is decent but if you travel to a lot of places might not be as good as you want. Stop of convenience, not an out of the way destination.

Best ramen in the area! The restaurant is small, so be prepared to wait if you come during peak time. You can see them making noodles, which is really fun to watch. The menu is small but has everything you need, including sake and beer options. The prices are reasonable. I definitely suggest giving this place a try if you're looking for some good ramen!

This is probably the best ramen I've had in Maryland. All of the ramen options have rich and tasty broths. The noodles are also great, but I personally prefer curly/chewier noodles. I highly recommend the black jack ramen. The pork buns were OK and tasted very similar to a McChicken to me. The service was mediocre at best as the server did not give us napkins or utensils until we asked for them after finishing our appetizers. Additionally, we had to wait nearly 35 minutes for our ramen to come out. I'd recommend the ramen to anyone, but ordering it for take out may be the better option!

Let me start by saying I prefer Ramen over Pho and Ramenya over any other ramen spot. I recommend the Tonkotsu ramen if you have never been. Its flavorful, texturally sound, and packed full and array of color and tastes. If I am not mistaken it comes with a broth made of pork and it also includes pork. The only "setback" i would say is it can be a little greasy and oily. The pork buns should be a natural treasure. Pork between to bao buns with dabs of bbq sauce and mayo with cabbage. Its perfect. Hosts/Service is always fast, friendly and efficient.

LOVE this place! It's busy but well worth the wait! The staff are so accommodating and it really is a nice atmosphere. The place is clean and comfortable. I always get the black jack ramen which is a combination of two different tonkotsu ramen (the other half being spicy) - I also recently learned you can adjust the spicy level!

I have had an urge to try a place that serves really good ramen, and since we were in the neighborhood, we stopped in. It was a little tricky to find. It looks like a Pizza Hut, repainted and customized to their specs. Once inside, the furnishings are basic wood. The drink order was very quick. Our server explained the ramen dishes on the 1 page menu. My husband chose the Black Tonkotsu, and I had the Tonkotsu ramen. All their soups are pork based, don't ask for chicken or beef, they just don't do that. In 5 short min, our soups arrived, very hot. The flavors were incredible, a pure culinary delight. Plus, their noodles are homemade! The pork in the soup was delightfully seasoned. They also have a very active takeout service along with a steady flow of customers . Very pleasant staff, just the right amount of attention.

A hidden gem located behind a gas station next to a strip mall. It's tasty and hits every time! The space isn't anything special and pretty sure the building used to be a Pizza Hut and there is limited seating. If you come on a weekend you will probably have to wait. Honestly, I would just order it to-go. It keeps well and you can slurp your noodles in the comfort of your own home! Can confirm that leftovers are equally good if not better the next day. Definitely check this spot out!

Ramen Ya, I'm home from my trip now and how I wish I can go there this weekend! We had a group of 8 dining in this day and everything was a win. Me and the hubs ordered our usual tonkotsu and spicy tonkotsu and the broth was so wonderful! One of the best ones I've tasted ever, rich, flavorful, made my eyes open wide. The noodles were also great as they are made fresh in house. Service was good and attentive, will definitely be back when we are in the area!

Food always 10/10. Service is 10/10 quick and they time everything out just right so you're good & apps aren't out at the EXACT same time even if you order both right away. Ambiance is causal. Always a good go to when it's been awhile.

Came here for a bowl of ramen on a chilly evening. Ramen Ya is located behind the Sunoco across the lot from Giant grocery store. The building looks like it was a Pizza Hut in a previous life. We entered and were immediately assisted by a pleasant man and taken to our table. We were seated next to an open glass window where a young lady was making the fresh ramen noodles. She feed the dry pasta into a machine and out came a continuous sheet of noodle pasta slowly winding to form a roll, which she took off and transferred to a holding reel and proceeded to make the next one. Cool! We proceeded to order the tonkasu bowl and I got mine spicy with chili oil and flakes. We also order the pork buns and gyoza. The buns were soft,fluffy, and light with a perfect portion of pork with a dab kewpie mayo to hold it together. Nice taste. The gyoza arrived fried on one side and was tasty. Our bowls arrived hot and steamy full of the thin ramen noodles, green onions, bean sprouts, half an egg, and sliced pork all bathing in a pork broth with mine topped with a layer of chili oil and flakes. The broth was tasty and not heavy, which I liked. The noodles were perfectly cooked with the right amount of chew. The pork was cooked perfectly as well, and was tender. The egg was soft boiled, which I personally don't care for, but I drowned it in the broth and came back to it later and it was perfect. The bean sprouts and green onions were fresh and had the right amount of crisp to accompany the noodles, broth and pork. All in all the ramen bowls were great and I will be visiting this spot again!

Watch out, look out; roaring good ramen ahead!! I was in business travel and wanted to see if I could find a hidden gem. Was very intrigued when I saw Ramen Ya pop up when I was searching the area. I could not resist! I drove there and was surprised to see it tucked behind a service station. This was either go to be epic or a bust! Walked in and first thing you notice is they are hand making their noodles on site. Awesome! Ordered the Spicy Tonkotsu and a green tea. One thing I love is the simple direct menu. The ramen quickly arrives and I was transported back to Japan. It was incredible! So delicious and full of flavor! Rest assured next time I am in town, I am going to stop by Ramen Ya!

If you have been to the Pacific, especially Japan, this place will bring a feel of nostalgic because it is like being at one of the Ramen places in Japan. You can either take out or sit down and enjoy the meal. The places offer some interesting beverage, choices, again assemble of the Pacific. The service could be better because I felt that we had to wait at times to get detention of the staff, but it was a busy night when we went, which is probably a good sign, meaning it's a business well liked & enjoyed by the commuting.. again, the ambience, reminds me of a time spent in Japan. The dining area was clean as well as the bathrooms, which is always a plus in any establishment that you enter?.

They have a noodle making machine and station visible to the dining room! Really delicious, good-sized portions, and you can order an extra size of noodles to take home or for little ones. The black garlic spicy ramen is so good! If you get there during peak hours they may be a waitlist.

Amazing ramen! It was our first time going. I got the Tonkatsu with the spice on the side and it was a great portion size. Delicious and filling

This place is awesome and unassuming. If you're coming near a meal time, be prepared to wait 20-30 minutes. I liked their beeper system and you can leave cell phone number on the wait list as well. Service was quick once we were seated, broth came out piping hot in 10 minutes, and we just guzzled it down too quickly. I ordered the tonkatsu with an extra egg and partner got the spicy miso. Mine was just right and slight spice. Eggs were cooked to perfection, nice jammy consistency. Spicy miso was 8/10, could have been a 9 if the miso flavor was stronger. We will be back!

Probably the best ramen I've had in Maryland!! Definitely get the kimchi onigiri (seaweed wrapping rice, filled with cheese) and I highly recommend the blackjack and spicy tonkotsu ramen; the meat and noodles are so fresh, and service is great. Usually busy but most definitely worth the wait.

It been a while since I had been to this spot but it's even better than I remembered. Great lunch prices and service is extremely fast. They have the best broth and everything blends well in their ramen bowls. They don't have a lot of seating but the place turns tables quickly. They also have a Togo option which I have used twice.

The food was great, solid ramen for a good price. I really liked the garlic in the black jack which is basically spicy black tonkotsu. The server was a little distracted, forgory my drink so just one less star.

1st time here today and I can't believe it took me this long to find this place. I jad heard of it before and I just judged the area and didnt think the ramen here would be any good. Boy was I wrong. The noodles are cooked perfectly "al dente", the broths very flavorful and the place is clean and had a good minimalist but classy ambiance. Good alcoholic drink options and we tried a delicious Yuzu bubble tea special today. We came around noon, half an hour after they opened on a Saturday and they were packed; we got the last open table. But this was not our last time, we already cant wait to come back!

It was nice and cheap lol. They have a few options. We enjoyed our meals and it was a friendly atmosphere. Closed on Sundays :(

Don't sleep on the "Pizza Hut" ramen! Service has always been great and the ramen is delicious!

Cute small ramen place. A hidden gem behind Sunoco. The ramen was delicious and you can see the open kitchen where they make the ramen, and homemade noodles. The service was good and the ramen came out fairly quickly. The only downside side is the lack of airflow. It gets pretty hot inside due to lack of airflow, AC, and the small space. I was sweating after I ate my ramen. Would still run back for more & recommend to everyone. And their grandmas.

My daughter and I went to this restaurant. The food was delicious and full of flavor. I would definitely recommend this place to my friends.

The ramen was decent, but they only had pork product available (mainly) went with the veggie ramen. I thought the no other meat available would a tad frustrating. it was OK. My daughter said her gyoza was very good and she would come back just for that. The service was good, and the ramen was well cooked. The lack of menu choices had me a little on the not impressed side. Unfortunately I Won't be returning.

Stopped by the other day on our way home from the dog park and had to leave a review cuz of the customer service we received. Whoever greeted us and got our order in, you were amazing. We ordered gyoza and it was ready way faster than what we were quoted. It was snowing this day, and the gyoza were a great treat once we got home.

Amazing ramen, their hours are a bit of a workaround but their food is amazing that they can offer select hours. Service is great! Must try the pork buns, best I've had ANYWHERE!

Great Food. Fast Service. Clean Store. Good value for your money. I definitely will come back to this place

Great time here Service is super quick Ambience is what you'd expect average noise level and pretty busy Food was so good Definitely will return here when I go back to the East Coast Prices were also very reasonable All around great place

This is one of the best Ramen spots that I've been to in a while. I was quite surprised. The broth is top notch and customer service was outstanding

My goodness. I just may have had the best bowl of ramen I have ever had before, and I've dined at a lot of ramen places. It was... perfection. A generous portion of tender, succulent chashu (pork), perfectly braised soft egg, handmade from scratch noodles, juicy black mushroom, crisp scallions, and the richest, most flavorful broth. Chef's kiss, mmm. I opted for the curry ramen this time, but have had the others here as well. The gyoza was tender and crisply seared at the edges for a delicious mouthfeel, and the dipping sauce and filling were lovely. This place is cute and so cozy, and the staff is so nice. Prices are super reasonable for such top-notch food. They honestly charge too little for such amazing food. Go here!!!

Our absolute favorite Ramen restaurant!! Service is always great and the food is consistently delicious even when you carry out. Restaurant is clean, comfortable and there's always an upbeat vibe. I've tried the Curry, Spicy Tonkotsu, Black Jack, regular Tonkotsu and Veggie Ramen. I've also had a few appetizers that did not disappoint! Definitely recommend!

Beyond phenomenal. While it was slightly better when it had just opened and was a really well kept secret, it's still the best ramen place I've ever been. Excellent, simple and clean atmosphere, great food every time, and a simple menu(there's probably less than 20 things on the menu), really suggest the pork buns and some ramen, and you can't go wrong.

Typically Ramen is not one of the foods I would immediately seek out, but I had heard great reviews of this place so I gave it a shot. Tried the "black jack" which was the spicy tonkatsu with some additional garlic oil I believe. It was absolutely fantastic. The flavors were to die for. I will certainly be coming back here. Worth the trip, 100% recommend

Wow what a gem! My husband claims this is possibly his new favorite ramen in the area (we're in hoco). TLDR: rich &flavorful broth, great noodle chew for ramen. Gyoza was also good. Gyoza was nicely fried & crisp on the bottom with nice juicy filling. The ramen: let's start with the fact that they have a window where you can see someone there making the noodles. They have the thin straight ramen noodles, but as a person who generally prefers thicker chewier noodles. I was pleasantly surprised. These thin noodles have a good bite and and the broth adhered well to them. I quite enjoyed their thin noodles (usually a rarity for me) so A+ for noodles. Both ravens we got were good! Hubby got the spicy miso. it didn't quite taste like miso per say, but maybe almost more sesame-y? It was a rich, nutty, slightly sweet broth that was yummy. I got the black jack (combo of spicy & black tonkatsu). If you taste the black garlic oil side of the broth before mixing, you can really taste the black garlic, but once mixed the flavor gets a little lost. Overall it was nice savory and rich broth. One thing to note is that both the spicy miso and tonkatsu broths are definitely on the rich side (even more sore the blackjack because it has both spicy and black garlic oil), so keep that in mind if you aren't feeling something too heavy. It's a really cute shop and (at least at lunch when we went) the food came out really fast and turnover was really quick. Will def be back!

Sooo tasty! If you are used to eating Akira or Jinnya ramen, you need to try Ramenya! This was the best ramen I have had in MD. The broth was very flavorful. The spring rolls were very good too, and I like that they give you bottles of water. We got our food very quickly despite the place being packed out. The place itself is very small, we had to wait in the car with a pager for about 25 minutes before we were seated. I hope maybe they will expand to a bigger location eventually. The rest rooms were very clean as well. 10/10 ramen!!!!!

The restaurant and staff were fine but they only offer pork and tofu as protein which is probably authentic for ramen but I don't enjoy either.

They do not take reservations and you must add your name to a list once you enter. There are 2 of us and we were sat within 10/15 mins. But the food came out quick and was worth the wait!