Sakuratani Ramen & Izakaya

The best Japanese restaurant in Rhode Island! The atmosphere was very relaxing, the service was great and last but not least the food was amazing, it reminds me of my days in mainland Japan. Definitely recommend!

Such wonderful food and fantastic staff. Overheard we were celebrating a birthday and brought us a beautiful tempura cheesecake! Best ramen in RI by a long shot. Plenty of options in Boston, Orlando, and LA, but this is my #1 spot up here. Will not disappoint.

Excellent ramen bowls. Had read about this place & definitely wanted to try it . Recently had the opportunity to stop in for lunch after finishing up an appointment in Bristol. I ordered the miso pork ramen with garlic oil. What flavors. The pork slices are so good. They marinate the pork then use a cooking torch to char the meat. It is so good & tender. The broth is soothing with that umami touch. Staff is friendly & very attentive. Will definitely try it again. If your in the area it’s worth the trip.

One of my favorite places in Bristol and one of the best additions to this town. Food is consistently delicious and the staff is always super nice. This place is so cozy and their ramen is top notch.

Cozy little spot nestled in an already lovable town. A phenomenal bowl of ramen is partnered with a great selection of food. Especially the Yakitori and Sake menu can lead to a very enjoyable evening. One of my favorite spots in the area.

This place has a nice calming atmosphere. Big enough to not feel tight but still cozy at the same time. Ramen bowls are pretty good. In comparison to other places over been to I’ve had ramen with a richer pork broth. The pork, while good, wasn’t as tender as other places. Overall I would recommend this place if living near Bristol and needing a ramen fix. The staff and atmosphere are great.

I cannot properly express how incredible this place is. My partner and I have frequented here for the last four years, it’s our favorite restaurant, and everything about it is phenomenal. The food is of the highest quality, the space is consistently maintained and the staff make it very clear they truly care about this place and their customers.

Such a cute little place Cozy Staff was welcoming and attentive Food was great Visited my niece at RWU and we stopped here for ramen - it was simply delicious! I’ll definitely go back!

Great food and atmosphere. High recommend going. The restaurant's decor is fun. It is great even for those who don't have their chopsticks skills yet.

Dropped in for lunch at small town Bristol after touring Blithewold Manor. Service was friendly but tad slow. The yakitori (grilled meats) were so so - the liver was good, beef was meh and chicken dry. The veggie ramen was delish, not too salty with good bite. The red bean dessert spring rolls were unique and new fav (we love red bean desserts). Overall we enjoyed our visit, not too busy inside but lots of carry out orders.

A worthy Ramen spot to try in RI. Overall, I liked this place. The standout elements of the tonkatsu Ramen (and all their Ramen) were the noodles- not overcooked, decent chew. I think they lacked the hallmark spring a good noodle should have, but they were better than other places. The broth of this Ramen was rich and flavorful. Good body and mouth feel, honestly nothing mind boggling about it, it was solid. The charsu was very good. Nicely caramelized slices of pork belly charsu that were tender and rendered. Good pork flavor shining though. I didn't care for their bamboo shoots, had a slightly off flavor for me, but that could just be a me thing. One of the weaker things was the Ramen egg.. It was overcooked and I didn't like that they only gave you half. It also wasn't a marinated egg, a bit lazy in my opinion. Overall, several better Ramen places in the state, but this held up. It's at the bottom of my top 5, which is still respectable.

This place is an absolute gem in Bristol. I went on a Wed night and they had a 30 minute wait, the place was jammed. We were happy to walk down the street for a drink while we waited for a table, and they called us when a spot opened up. The ambiance is great, very nicely decorated and not loud even though every table was full. The gyoza are house made and delicious! Bacon wrapped asparagus yakitori was the perfect bacon to asparagus ratio. I got the tonkatau ramen which is my favorite, and it was excellent. My date got miso ramen with some substitutions and they were very accommodating. The prices are reasonable and the drink selection is excellent. The wait staff was attentive, but not overly so. I have 0 complaints, and will be back!

Heard about this restaurant & finally had the opportunity to stop in for lunch. Nice cozy restaurant. The food is great. Ordered the miso pork ramen. Excellent. The miso broth was flavorful, bowl was full of noodles and vegetables as well as the soft egg but the star of the dish was the sliced pork. Thick slices that when I asked is marinated & is finished off with the cooking torch which gives it the charred appearance & its slightly Smokey flavor. Since I like my ramen bowls with a bit of heat, I added an order of the garlic oil which gave it enough spicy flavor. The staff is friendly & attentive. I hope to return very soon & recommend if you like ramen bowls. They have several including vegetarian bowls to choose from.

The staff here is exceptional. They are friendly, attentive, and the drinks are great. The food was fantastic. Great flavor... savory, crispy, sweet, spicy, all the adjectives that are great.

Fabulous service & food! We couldn't have asked for more. Tha best ramenive ever had. Well be back again & again!

Love some authentic ramen! Definitely a great spot in Bristol, small but cute and staff super friendly as well going over dishes and recommendations. Felt like I was transported out of RI and into a destination. Definitely will be back

By far the best ramen in Rhode Island, and better than any ramen I've tried in Boston and New York. I've tried many appetizers, drinks, and different types of ramen here, and I have never left disappointed. My favorite types of ramen to order here are the Spicy Miso and Tan Tan. I recommend always getting a side of homemade chili oil and black garlic sauce. The food is great, the ambiance is cozy, and staff is always very attentive.

The service was great! They were very kind, patient, and exuded such a relaxed atmosphere. The quality of the food was so fresh and delicately balanced. Nothing was overcooked, which I find is crucial for skewer foods. The sauces didn't overwhelm the dishes, allowing the skewer to be the star. I find some places put too much sauce to mask the fact that they char or overcook their skewers, but this was not the case at Sakuratani. We added numerous ingredients to our ramen, so the bowls look more packed than a standard order. This has become one of my favorite places for ramen and skewers! They had the best takoyaki and best grilled squid! The beef skewer surprised me, as well! It was so tender and flavorful!

Sakuranti has completely raised the bar for what I expect from a ramen spot. From the moment I walked in, the cozy, authentic ambiance made me feel like I'd stepped into a little corner of Japan. But what truly blew me away was the combination of incredible food and outstanding service. The ramen? Absolutely phenomenal. The broth was deep and rich, the noodles had the perfect texture, and the toppings. You can tell the chefs at Sakuranti take real pride in what they serve. The service was just as impressive. The staff were friendly, attentive without being overbearing, and genuinely seemed happy to be there. They made great recommendations and checked in at just the right times to make sure everything was perfect. If you're looking for the best ramen in town paired with warm, thoughtful service, Sakuranti is it. I'll absolutely be back -- and bringing friends next time.

I absolutely adore this hidden gem! It's cute and artiest in many way. I never would have thought I could find a ramen place as fantastic as the ones back in Japan. The curly noodles, aged eggs, and especially the soup are just divine! I could eat this every single day. The server was incredibly kind and gave excellent recommendations for appetizers; the takoyaki was my favorite.

Ambiance was quaint and inviting. Service was on point and staff super friendly, respectful, and welcoming. We had Ramon and it was delicious- husband had it super spicy and I took it more medium. Had extra spicy sauce if needed. Great instructions on wall for proper way of eating Ramen, which was interesting. Cocktails were great.

Good quality authentic food. Noodles, on point. Croquette, delicious!! Staff, very nice.

By far the BEST ramen in RI HANDS DOWN, the only place in the south of Boston's China town (Wakuwaku Ramen restaurant) which is a excellent place for ramen.

Was visiting my cousin in Bristol and we picked up food from this place to eat at home. I got ramen with extra noodles and while $3 seemed like a high price for noodle add on, the quantity was definitely on par with the price. I got tonkotsu and enjoyed it. My husband's grilled chicken rice was piled full of tender grilled chicken meat and perfectly seasoned. The rice was not sticky rice but long grained rice and I actually really liked it. My toddlers enjoyed the gyoza though they felt more like regular dumplings since it lacked the crunchy base that gyoza is known for. My cousin ordered an assortment of appetizers. The takoyaki was decent. The vegetable tempura had the typical veggies but also had a pc of enoki mushroom. It was a bit too crunchy but it was very unique. Overall it was a great place and everyone enjoyed the meal.

Was in Fall River and was craving some ramen. Saw this place had good reviews and decided to give it a try! First impression was how beautiful it was inside. Customer service was amazing as well and the food was quick, fresh, and delicious. Will be back and bringing family!!

My wife and I go here a lot. Nice and casual atmosphere that is comfortable. They also have a bar area where you can also eat. They don't really advertise the fact that they have cocktails which I don't understand. If you want a fantastic Mai Tai or Scorpion Bowl, this is your place to go. They also have a variety of Sake and beer. Service is great. They cater to get everything right. The food is nothing short of great! This is some of the best Ramen I have had anywhere. They have several different kinds and you can customize it to your liking. If you ask for spicy, IT WILL BE SPICY. The tempura is also fantastic.

First time trying, i've many ramen spots on the west coast and i'm new to this area and was highly impressed.

Oh this made me so happy from the moment I walked in! A wonderful lil restaurant in Bristol wood St area. Very upcoming area. The food was exceptional and the waitstaff as well. I had a chicken ramen bowl. May I say the broth alone was outstanding. You definitely won't leave hungry! I wasn't familiar with the menu but our waitress didn't was most helpful with helping us make a decision. It was so good. It's pretty casual dress and a comfortable setting. I strongly suggest trying this lil treasure. You won't be disappointed.

Went here for dinner for the first time the other night and really enjoyed it ! I was surprised how busy it was for being a Monday night. My date and I had to wait a little for a table, but it wasn't a long wait. The service was good. The waitress was very nice and I was thrilled to learn that their Thai iced tea is made with non-dairy milk so I could order it (because I'm vegan). I got the the Shoyu Ramen dish and asked for it to be made vegan with tofu instead which wasn't an issue at all. I was pleasantly surprised at how tasty and flavorful my food was. I'm not usually too excited about eating Ramen, but it was really good here. The tofu was really good also.. probably the best tofu I've had in ramen ever. Overall, it was a great dining experience. Great food and nice ambiance too.

Ramen and izakaya in Bristol, RI? You bet! Lovely, authentic Japanese noodle spot in the coastal town of Bristol. It was summer and we walked around finding most of the places featuring the usual either full or pricey. Consulting Google on our phones, we were told there's a ramen place so we were in. We took a leisurely walk past residences and a bakery--where we took a mental note to go back after our meal--to this wonderful place. We love ramen and have not had one in a while. We opted for the shrimp spring roll and agedashi tofu for appetizer, then a scrumptious seafood ramen and a miso ramen. This place hit the spot. Most of the reviews here refer to this place as "hidden gem" or "little secret". After coming in here, I understand why. It's such a win to have a great ramen spot in a neighborhood other than Providence.

Delicious Japanese food and ramen in Bristol. Small interior but good menu. A little expensive but worth it

What a treat! It was chilly so we decided the only cure was more cowbell. Wait, sorry...Ramen. The decor is absolutely perfect, with a huge mural and cherry blossom tree, and much to my 9-year-old's delight, One Piece playing on the TV! The miso ramen was so good! Everything we got was delicious, and the care they take to present each dish deliciously and beautifully really sets this place apart from other Ramen spots we've been to -- even in other STATES! My son said it was the best ramen he'd ever had ever and slurped down the whole bowl. Truly a great place to eat, we will be back the next time we're in town!

Atmosphere, food, prices, staff all 5 stars!! We lived in Japan for 4yrs and this place has some of the best ramen around New England hands down!!

It's hard to find good Japanese food in RI so this place definitely scratches the itch for me! The takoyaki was great! Decently sauced, the flavor was good and the outside was crisp but not overdone. I would definitely get this again. 5/5 The spicy tonkotsu ramen was pretty decent. Broth was flavorful, the spice was a good balance for me, a really well cooked softboiled egg (but a bit salty for my taste), and the chashu had good taste but was just a bit chewy. I got it with the default toppings and I didn't really enjoy the taste of the pink ginger with everything else, the rest of the toppings were good though. I would get this again in the future but will ask for the pink ginger to be omitted and maybe sweet corn to be added like in the miso ramen. 4/5 The service was polite and prompt. Parking is general street parking but there is a decent number of parking spaces around the area so I didn't have any issues finding parking.

Best ramen in the state. Rivals the best ramen you'll find in Boston. All of the food was great and I want to go back for drink sometime. I had the whole grilled squid, shrimp skewers, shoyu ramen and yuzu soda. the only thing i was iffy on was the shrimp skewers, because it was just a tad drier than i would have liked. It's a great small spot. Very cozy

I'd be here more if I lived closer. I love ramen and the food and service are great. I had a slight chuckle when I was offered spicy broth and warned multiple times it might be too spicy for me, once with "I hope it's not too spicy for you." The narrator then said "it, in fact, was not too spicy for Philip K."

I'm a foodie who loves travel in Asia. This food was superb. Service was awesome. Cozy and comfy ambiance. Maybe some tunes to enhance the authentic experience? Thats about it.

This place was such an awesome find! They have the most delicious ramen that we've had in ages. The pork bun appetizer is as also really good. This is by far the best restaurant we've eaten at in Bristol and definitely the best ramen in RI. We can't wait to return.

kind of silly to call this an izakaya, given its just another sit down restaurant, but whatever. they serve some japanese bar food and some good sochu. a little pricey for a bar. cant even say it has great ambiance bc the entire time we were there, "naruto" was playing on tv. in the episodes that played while we were there, a kid in a bucket hat cried while they crucified a ninja behind a chain link fence. felt like high school anime club but with better quality food and alcohol. service was excellent. it just needs to commit to being one thing or the other

Hidden gem! Amazing food! Great service! I will definitely be coming back soon in the heart of Bristol, RI

Probably the best Ramen I've had in a long time, would highly recommend. And the service was very excellent. Chill relaxed ambiance, great for escaping a busy day.

Absolutely delicious. Plus fairly priced, good service, and a nice setting. This ramen in small town New England somehow ended up being some of my favorite ever. I had the veggie ramen but subbed in the sesame broth. So delicious and flavorful. The presentation was cute too, as was the decor and vibe inside. Staff were friendly and helpful. They were even nice enough to give us the remote so we could put on the baseball game we wanted to watch. Really enjoyed my experience here.

Fantastic experience top to bottom. First the green tea is incredible. We came here on a cold rainy night and what better than green tea and ramen! We both shared pork dumplings, which were so so good. The bottoms were pan fried just enough to get them slightly browned and crispy and everything else was perfectly steamed. The filling was so flavorful with scallion and ginger. We also got spring rolls - these were pretty good and very very fresh. What truly made the night was of course the ramen. So many flavors, so much going on that each bite or sip was like an adventure. I got the miso ramen and it had smokiness from the pork, that seafood taste from the seaweed, salty from the broth and sweet from the corn in it, and earthy notes too. It was rich and flavorful, every bite was incredible. I don't remember eating something so amazing in literally years. Can't wait to be back here!

Didn't dine in so I couldn't comment on service and ambiance but I can tell you the food was DELICIOUS and the service was good (in that they follow directions well). Must eat in Bristol.

Are you craving ramen but have been consistently disappointed with the offerings in New England? I'm talking about broths blander than your 99 cent instant noodles and bowls that are not authentic Japanese ramen. Fear not! This might be the best spot in New England for real Japanese ramen. Who would've ever thought you'd find it in Bristol? Their Tonkotsu has the classic milky, thick, meaty taste. For those that don't eat pork, the chicken ramen is an excellent option. For an even better experience and if you don't mind crying while you eat, order it spicy. I've enjoyed the Miso and Shoyu as well. As far as portions, I normally have a pretty large appetite, and I find myself stuffed after a bowl. The service is excellent. The staff is always friendly. I usually call to RSVP as the restaurant often does get full around dinner time. By the time I arrive, the table is always set with plates and water. Treat yourself to real ramen and not inauthentic, watery ramen. Take that drive outside of Providence to try this gem.

First time I've been to this place. Came with my family and order a couple of ramen(tonkotsu, miso) and a few appetizers. Service was good, friendly helpful and pretty quick both in terms of helping us and getting us our food. The place was pretty neat and looked clean and well kept. The decor was pretty nice, nothing too crazy, but decent. Anime was playing muted on TV(some episode of Inuyasha) Food was great and reasonable price. Liked the spicy tonkotsu. Also the dessert selection was good too. Would visit again definitely when in area. agedashi tofu was kind of bland, but all other stuff were excellent! Had karaage, salad, spring roll, edamame, they were all not that tricky dishes but it was nice to see them do it well served/presented. the place was bright and inviting, definitely recommended.

Despite all the challenges that restaurants face these days, this joint has stayed consistently safe for everyone including the staff. Like the order for take out last night, they offer hand sanitizer and asked me to fill out the contact tracing book. The food was in a sanitized bag and the staff were wearing masks and gloves. This place sure made me feel well cared for. The food - my takeout miso ramen and seaweed salad was , as always, consistently great thank you and I promise to come back for more!

Amazing! The best ramen I've ever had. So authentic. The chicken ramen with added black garlic oil is phenomenal! Great service.

Great place for tempura and ramen in a quiet area of Bristol. We have been here a number of times and found the ramen here to be consistently good and the broth very tasty. THe tempura is nice and fresh and not oily. We also enjoy their gyoza for appetizer

My family and I were in Bristol visiting colleges and stopped by this place on our way out of town. This is the best ramen place I've tried since I was last in Los Angeles. We each tried a different ramen dish. My wife had a pork-based dish and loved it. I had a vegetarian option with garlic noodles. It was amazing. My older child had a vegetarian dish as well. We also tried the crab dumplings, which were basically Japanese crab rangoons. Very tasty. I can't recommend this place enough.

I've been looking for Seafood Ramen like I had in Hawaii last year, and this nailed it! It's all in the broth, and this one was wonderful. Filled with noodles and topped with a generous amount of different kinds of seafood, it was delicious. We had Shrimp Gyoza which was wonderful as well. My sense is that this isn't "american Chinese food" but prepared by someone who understands real Chinese food. We're going back, maybe we'll see you there! Highly recommended!

I cannot say enough good things about this place. Every time we come the food is *chefs kiss* my favorite Ramen is the chicken ramen with udon noodles and a side of the hot chili oil. Warning their chili oil is HOT. I highly recommend if you're new to adding spice to your food get it on the side. My BF loves spice though and always orders his hot with the oil in the broth and loves it. We go almost every Sunday and have even gone to other places to compare and this place always comes out far superior. The staff is super friendly and helpful and very quick service. Highly recommend!

We ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen. It was so good and fulfilling. They give you a big bowl with spicy sauce on the side if you ask. The staff are also a plus- they are polite and offered perfect customer service. I will definitely be back.

Pretty good ramen, and definitely the best you'll get anywhere around here. I'm from SoCal, here for college, and this place does compare to some of the food we have back home. Service is great, everyone here is super sweet and attentive. Great place for a birthday, date, or just hanging out with friends. Decent boba as well!

Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambience 5/5 **street parking, make reservation to guarantee your seating because this place is a hidden gem** Appetizer: dashi aged tofu and shrimp gyoza. The tofu was delicious, filling, and good portions. The gyoza were pan seared perfect and crunchy, taste great too! Drink: hot green tea. This tea is rich and bold, it isn't your average green tea. It has roasted rice with the green tea leaves that gives it another layer of flavor. Highly recommend. Main entree: tonkatsu ramen and vegetarian ramen with hot sauce on the side. Both ramen were flavorful and rich. The noodles were cooked perfect. We always eat 1/4 of our soup before we add the hot sauce because we like both flavors. I've always finished my ramen down to the bowl, no broth remain. Service: very tentative and caring. Ambience: makes you feel like your in Japan. The Sakura on the tree to the big wall painting. Summary: by far the best ramen in Rhode Island. We drive an hour for ramen even though the closest ramen to us is 20 min away in providence. We are willing to travel for superior ramen than to eat somewhere subpar where we will complain to each other and feel not satisfied.

Hidden gem like others have said before. Been wanting to come here and finally made it for lunch. Love the interior decor and the seating. Good selection of Asian beers and sake. Got the edamame and pork buns for appetizers both of which were delicious. Their lunch ramen costs only 9.99$. Got the spicy miso ramen which was really good and had the right amount of spice and flavors. Perfect cure for a winter day. Also got the tonkatsu which was disappointingly similar to the miso ramen. Expected more depth. Also the noodles that came along weren't that great. Overall very good experience. Service was fast. Got the green tea ice cream at the end which was pretty good. Would come here more often if it weren't all the way in Bristol.

I'm surprised and delighted by Sakuratani Ramen. This is a small place on a mixed business/residential street about a mile from the waterfront. Upon entering, my first thought was, "Whoah! These folks really invested in their decor!" There was a beautiful, fake, blossoming cherry tree near the front door, with falling pink blossom petals painted on the wall next to it. There was a mural on the opposite wall that looked like something Hokusai might have painted had he been decorating a ramen shop. The bathroom had high-end fixtures and nice little decorations. And everything was absolutely spotless. There was one bummer, though. Someone decided to hang a big tv on one end of the dining area. My wife sat with her back to it, so I got stuck with having to spend 45 minutes ignoring "Keeping Up with the Kardashians." Bright colors! Lots of fast editing! So many distractions! Hey, I wanted to enjoy lunch with my wife, not make a conscious effort to tune out trash tv. If the folks here are so committed to having televised entertainment in their dining area, they may want to consider changing the programming to something more anodyne: NASA TV, maybe, or some YouTube video of Japanese tourist attractions or people riding bicycles. Anyway, our server was prompt and attentive. We started with a Pork Belly Bun appetizer. It was fresh and warm and different. Cool! For our main courses, my wife ordered the Chicken Ramen and I had the Tan Tan Ramen. Both orders came in very attractive bowls, with traditional wooden spoons and chopsticks. I've spent a lot of time in Japan, and I'm not sure what another reviewer meant when he wrote that the ramen wasn't authentic. I've eaten ramen in Japanese airports, tiny little basement restaurants, cafeterias, stands, and private homes, and my lunch was easily on par with any of those. My wife didn't plan to finish her large bowl (she never finishes restaurant portions), but she tucked the whole thing away like a champ. In short, we really liked this restaurant and expect to return. If only they'd do something about that tv, this would be a five-star review.