Shiki

WOW! I cannot get over how good Shiki is! Stopped in on a cold day for a warm meal and left craving more. The interior is cozy with a few tables and plenty of bar seating. It’s the perfect spot for a casual date night or lunch with friends or by yourself! I had their vegetable potstickers and the vegetarian miso ramen and both absolutely hit the spot. The dumplings had a nice crisp on the bottom and the filling was incredible. I cannot stop thinking about them, they were truly so delicious! The ramen was also beyond my expectations. The broth was flavorful and not overly salty and all of the ingredients came together so nicely. The flavors were outstanding! We also tried the green and peppermint tea which were delicious and high quality! To top off an amazing food experience, our waitress Courtney was spectacular! She was so kind, helpful with the menu, and went above and beyond to help make our experience so positive. You would absolutely be missing out if you don’t stop here while near Excelsior. Shiki is already doing so many things right and I can’t wait to see all that they continue to do with their menu!

Yum! We shared the potstickers and the spicy cucumber salad for starters. I ordered the Sakura Collins cocktail which was so beautiful and refreshing that I ordered a second one when dinner was served. For our entree, we each had a different type of Ramen. So delicious!!! To top it all off, we had mochi ice cream for dessert. Super chill place to grab a bite to eat and you will leave feeling rejuvenated.

Good service and lovely atmosphere. The drinks were delicious especially the pineapple margarita. I didn’t like the shrimp buns because they were a bit too sweet but the cold cucumbers were delicious and nicely balanced. The chicken ramen was good and the gyozas were so delicious. We utilized paid street parking and we did not have a reservation so we did have to sit at the bar.

An updated review from 2 months ago when there was no gluten-free Ramen bowl option! Oh my goodness! The GF ramen bowl has indeed made its way onto the menu, and it’s absolutely delightful! The flavors are simply fantastic. I’ve shared some pictures of our meals. The first picture on the left shows the GF bowl with added chicken, and the first picture on the right shows the pork belly bowl. The second picture shows the GF bowl, and the last picture shows chef Liem in action, creating culinary magic. Courtney, our gracious and fun host, was incredibly kind and eager to show us all that Shiki has to offer. She and Shiki’s Assistant General Manager were so welcoming and attentive. It was a perfect after-church Sunday lunch on a snowy and beautiful day in Minnesota. I can’t wait to return to this casual dining gem in Excelsior!

Being a "ramen head," i always rejoice when I hear a new ramen spot opened. Shiki Noods specializes in chintan or clear broths ramen, which is pretty rare in Minnesota. Only a few does it right too. I had the Shoyu Ramen. Pork broth with dashi (a seaweed broth usually with fish that is used in many japanese dishes), seasoned with shoyu/soy (its a special seasoned soy, not just a basic soy), and wavy noodles. This shoyu ramen is legit. It reminds me of the old school Tokyo shoyu ramen in Japan. Nice, comforting, flavorful, and simple (you can taste the simple pork, dashi, and soy). If you ever wonder how old school Tokyo shoyu ramen tastes like in Japan, this bowl is a decent representation. I also had their chicken meat ball skewers, and pan fried pork buns. Both were solid. U can tell they make the dumplings in house, which you gotta love (many spots use frozen). What are the cons? Yes its pretty pricey. $20 for a shoyu bowl is definitely pricey, being that shoyu ramen is a humble and cheap food option in Japan. However, this isnt japan. Its America. With the tarrifs, inflation, and owning a brick and mortar in the suburbs, i cant imagine the costs. Being new, everything is not yet executed perfectly (noodles a bit overcooked, the pan friend pork bao batter was a bit under cooked). But i cant hate on that, they just opened. Staff is still learning and accustoming themselves. If youre in the area and want a taste of japan, definitely check them out. Is this spot worth driving far out for? If ur a fan of Asian and Japanese food, sure. Overall, I love the growth of ramen in MN, and again this spot serves a legit shoyu ramen. The place is nice and the staff did a great job.

For those seeking an authentic ramen experience that far transcends standard grocery store offerings, this establishment is a must-visit. The ingredients are remarkably fresh, complemented by a truly exceptional kimchi. Our service was impeccable; Courtney was a complete delight, ensuring our needs were met with proactive attention and providing excellent menu recommendations. Furthermore, the pricing is surprisingly accessible. I highly recommend securing a window seat to enjoy the local street life as it meanders past—and, as unusual as it sounds, a visit to the restroom is an absolute necessity. Trust me on that one!

Service rating is tough- we walked in and were seated at the bar, with 5 staff behind the bar we had to ask who our server was. The server was with the manager… however after that conversation was finished she was great. Bummer the 5 other staff couldn’t back her up. The manager clearly was struggling to get the operation organized making the staff seemed stressed and disorganized. Also we arrived an hour before close and they were already obviously preparing for close. Including closing out our tab before we got food… so so so much more to this experience… Vibe- it is cute! Behind the bar is hectic. I wouldn’t come with more than 2-3 people. Food- both the chicken ramen and kimchi ramen tasted the same, it was cold and the noodles weren’t cooked. The potstickers as you see dripped oil. Actually YUCK I’ll come back after a few more months of business… note there’s at least 8 people working for a very small place. I’m leaving STRESSED OUT for how much money they probably lost. lol… thank you Culver’s. Good luck!

I love the atmosphere it is bright and welcoming, and the mural is absolutely gorgeous! For food we tried Edamame with the yuzu salt, a different twist on an appetizer I love. The cucumber salad was light and bursting with flavors. We then tried the Shrimp and Pork Dumplings, which were so tasty with or without the sauce. The BBQ pork buns were so soft on the outside and delicious savory goodness on the inside! We finished up with the Kimchi Ramen, which was absolutely delicious, and got better as we ate it. The kimchi is probably one of the best I have ever tried, and the pork was so delicious! Over all I would highly recommend this awesome new restaurant in Excelsior for a highly unique twist on Asian cuisine.

I am giving Shiki 3.5 stars, so I am rounding up to 4. There are some good things here and some misses. The cocktails are very good, we tried the Sakura and the Bamboo cocktails. Excellent and well made. They have a good selection of beer and sake too. The cucumber salad and the pork potstickers were good. We ordered the shoyu ramen and the spicy kimchi ramen. Both came with large pieces of pork belly which was excellent. The shoyu ramen, I would definitely order this again. The spicy kimchi ramen was not remotely spicy. I think it was just the shoyu ramen with a glob of kimchi. Major disappointment. The restaurant is small but wasn't too noisy. Service is good, with the exception of clearing used dishes. Our table was completely cluttered by the end of the meal. I might come back here for a cocktail and apps.

Jester Concepts' restaurants are typically at the top of my lists (Parlour, Borough and Starling are among my favorites), but in my experience, Shiki missed the mark. To be sure, ramen is a hard perfect, with each component really having to stand on its own to allow for the dish to come together. I ordered the Shoyu Ramen with a soy based broth, roasted pork belly, a soft boiled egg and toasted nori. The biggest miss was the broth - it was bland, almost watered down and lacked complexity. The noodles were plentiful and had good texture while the pork belly was gray and sad, too fatty without a hint of flavor. The bowl was not hot either and the whole experience left me with a "meh" feeling. My dining mates felt similarly about the Kimchi Ramen. A redeeming quality of Shiki is their shrimp steam buns, which we ordered as a starter. Cold poached shrimp are delicately placed inside pillowy steam buns and accessorized with crisp pickled veggies, hoisin sauce and cilantro. Great small bites to share. Aside from the lackluster bowls, the ambiance was a little disappointing as well. We went on a Tuesday night around 6PM, so granted, not peak dining hour by any means. The space is small, with a few bar seats and maybe four to five tables. Something was burning in the open kitchen behind the bar and the heavy smoke in the restaurant was overpowering, leaving us smelling like charred meat for some time after. The staff were very pleasant, but the space is just lacking character. Maybe on an afternoon for lunch, sitting up at the bar, would be more of an experience - but I still think the food would leave you disappointed.

We really wanted to try Shiki after seeing it on Kare-11. The NA Ube Pina Colada was ok. Too much ice and too much coconut. The Pork Potstickers were very good. We liked the Chicken Shio Ramen and The Shoyu Ramen but they were both very bland. No chili sauce to add, just Siracha. It doesn't compliment the Ramen broth very well. A little more spice and it would have been much better. Service was good.

Shiki is a great addition to downtown Excelsior. They are located at the old Jake O'Connor's Public House where they have transformed that space into 3 different restaurants, Shiki, Parlour Excelsior, and a Supper Club that will open soon. We went for lunch and it was very good. I had the Kimchi Raman and it was delicious. The broth was wonderful. I can't wait to return and try the dumplings and cocktails. A cute little spot and something that Excelsior needed. Very friendly and quick service. I will absolutely be back

Good service and lovely atmosphere. The drinks were delicious especially the pineapple margarita. I didn't like the shrimp buns because they were a bit too sweet but the cold cucumbers were delicious and nicely balanced. The chicken ramen was good and the gyozas were so delicious. We utilized paid street parking and we did not have a reservation so we did have to sit at the bar.

My family was disappointed with the ramen at Shiki. My mom ordered the veggie miso ramen, my sister ordered the shoyu ramen, and I ordered the chicken shio ramen. We all felt that the noodles were way too mushy (overcooked) and the broth had hardly any flavor. The atmosphere was cute though, and everyone there was super polite and friendly! They even offered us free mochi ice cream for dessert. The service and ambiance was what made me settle on three stars. But overall, if you're looking for good ramen or a good Japanese restaurant around the area, I wouldn't recommend Shiki based on their food.

Been meaning to try this restaurant since they opened in downtown Excelsior. Picked up a takeout order for the miso vegetarian Ramen today.. it was delicious! Generous portions of noodles as you'd expect, but I loved the intense flavor of the Rich miso-based broth, the occasional bite of fresh ginger, along with the tofu, mushrooms and other veggies. It's nice to have another option in Excelsior for delicious Asian comfort food. Next time we'll dine-in and sample the dumplings!

Food was ok, nothing special. Worst part is they change you 3% on your bill for using a credit card. Unacceptable.