Toki Underground

Very trendy Ramen spot! I really enjoyed the open kitchen concept and rotating ski boards on the ceiling. This is definitely a place that I would visit again for vegetarian or vegan ramen as well as sake. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable about the menu.

Stopped by this restaurant for a bite to eat and had a wonderful experience! Our server was very personable and answered any questions we had about the items on the menu. The atmosphere were great, as well! The food did take a bit of time to prepare, but it was no issue since we were not on a time crunch. It's a nice laid-back place to grab lunch with friends.

A friend recently inviting me to check out this hidden gem in Baltimore City (Waverly area). INSTANTLY IN LOVE with the entire concept, menu, service and creative cocktails! Definitely adding Toki to my regular restaurant rotation. OLIVIER… IM COMING BACK FOR THAT RAMEN! 🍜

We were here for a yelp event, but I saw that they served ramen so we had to order some. It was quite delicious. The egg, which I know is a very important component to many ramen lover's experience, was soft boiled and added that certain creamy richness that it is supposed to provide. The tempura battered shrimp (appetizer) were huge and fresh. I would certainly take my friends here. Be forewarned, the restaurant is in a shady neighborhood. Don't be afraid. It's worth the adventure.

Went to Toki Underground on a not-so-busy Monday night after a holiday weekend and really enjoyed the atmosphere. We were recommended to try the buns and loved how they were served as a build your own bun. We then ordered two different types of the ramen (after a longer than normal wait, we asked about our ramen and it seemed like they may have forgotten to input our order and they handled it great and put a rush on our ramens) and when they came out they looked amazing! The Mala Garlic Tonkatsu was VERY flavorful with an almost numbing sensation. The other brothless Dan Dan ramen we ordered was also amazing but was VERY salty and rich. We will definitely be back again to try the other ramens and appetizers on the menu.

Very cool little ramen place. The staff is very friendly and interesting to talk to. The decor is very cool. And of course the food is delicious. Their tonkotsu ramen is pretty unique, with a fresh and light element to it that makes it stand out. It's not a standard ramen that you'd get in Japan, but that's not a bad thing. This restaurant has a lot of options for people with dietary restrictions. The gluten free noodles are very good. The staff is very aware of dietary restrictions, and can answer any questions you might have.

I dont often post reviews but this was actually the best Ramen I've ever had (I had the Kimchi ramen with pork). Their house-made Yuzu Shandy on the side made it even better. Fantastic service, amazing food, relaxing environment - worth every penny!

Left "atmosphere" blank since we did carry out, which was super convenient and always has deals and discounts. The food was great as always and we love how you package the broth separate from the other ingredients so it stays fresh until you're ready to eat.

I was not much of a fan of the DC location as it is too hip for me and the food not worth the long waits. I finally tried it when they did a collaboration with a favorite chef, Colin Liang of Watersong. The collaboration was simply incredible. We got in with no wait just as they were closing. We never felt rushed and the food rocked. Since then we have been back 2 times and both times the food was really really good and the service superb. The portions are not huge so we k ow to order a starter and main for each of us, plus an extra dish. Their beverage service is very good indeed. We would be here more often if it were closer in. It is a hike for us to get there but we do it regularly. And now we are going to some theaters nearby so we can visit more often!

On a whim, I decided to go to Toki one evening about 30 minutes before their closing, so I was able to enjoy a quiet quick meal at the bar. Friendly staff and GREAT music definitely made for an enjoyable visit. For starters, I had the pickle plate which was clearly a great choice, flavorful and crunchy. I got the Shitake Dan Dan Noodle dish as an entree. The dish was flavorful with nice textures, but unusually salty. I'm unsure whether this was just a miss night or what, but I'm reluctant to try this dish in my next visit.

Disclaimer: i was here for a Yelp event but ordered separately on their menu. Pavlova was so goood. Differing pronounced textures, not too sweet. Chicken Karaage was solid but I'd like a little bit more breading. My favorite thing on their menu is this summer cold noodle thing (sry don't remember the name). Refreshing sauce, good bite on the noodle. Crowd pleaser for sure. Ramen was mid. Advertised as spicy with mala but had to ask for more mala and more spice. I'm not crazy for spicy food but as served it knew it needed more umpgh.

I love ramen so much im surprised I haven't turned into ramen. This place is awesome but I don't go much because truthfully I do not like where it's located HOWEVER the food was really good and sometimes they have events that you should check out

Good food: the ramen is super flavorful. Soup (I had original/classic one) was thick and creamy. You can tell they must have boiled it for hours for the soup to look like that and very umami. The egg is noodle is perfectly processed-- melted egg yolk, so tender. Service is wonderful. They check on us frequently, asking if we need anything or add more order. Very nice and kind. When we order they didn't bring a booklet but simply remembered our order. Apparently they know their business very well. Ambience is good too. There are not many tables, but each with enough space in between to keep conversation private. Cocktail (gin with yuzu, and peppercorn) was awesome. I like how slightly bitter it was. But very strong aroma of the yuzu. I enjoyed a lot.

Came on a Friday night - I would've loved to make reservations but the website only showed we reservations in DC and didn't allow me to change the location. I asked about this at the host stand and they had no explanation, I guess maybe try to call because it was packed. Luckily my husband and I were able to get bar seats. We got the Brussels sprouts to split which were SO good! Loved the mayo and fish flakes, they were sweet and crunchy. Definitely would recommend these. For entrees I got the Tokyo Curry Chicken Ramen and my husband got the Garlic Tonkotsu with Pork. Mine was excellent - the chicken was somehow still crispy even sitting in the broth. The broth itself was the star - super flavorful, sweet and spicy. Also loved the noodles and the soft boiled egg! My husbands was just ok - the pork was sort of mushy and tasteless. Service was friendly, quick, and they explained their dishes. We were in and out in about an hour. Next time I would get a reservation, I just don't totally know. Additionally, the location is definitely sketchy, not somewhere you want to walk too far so be mindful when parking and leaving any valuables in your car. Overall, I'd love to return to try some of the buns and other dishes. It is a small restaurant with mostly bar stool/high top seating which is uncomfortable for long periods, so pretty much somewhere just to eat and leave, not hang out. Keep that in mind if you want a nice night out with friends!

We went to Toki Underground on a random Wednesday. It was quiet and lowkey. We sat at the bar where you can watch the chef cook and the bartender craft your drink. It was such a vibe. There's an outside patio where I'm sure is delightful to sit out on during perfect weather days. I ordered the Toki classic ramen and tried the fried chicken steam buns. I love that the steam buns came deconstructed and you could build them up to your liking.

This is a quick bar only review. Came for a private event but supported the happy hour beforehand. Our bartender was very kind. I got the sangria and sampled a piece of my friend's chicken dumpling. I totally would like to have those again they were so good. The sangria was ok. The place is really cute .... I love the underground decor skateboards stickers noodles lol very edgy. I was very apprehensive about it being on in this neighborhood but we survived and the patrons were very diverse. The parking situation is insane maybe call ahead to get exact instructions on parking.

My love! Pavlova is my favorite dessert ever, shrimp naruto and mushroom shio (vegan) but I add an egg and it's just fantastic

Ramen is decent Service is good Venue could be cleaner IMO I'm curious to try the DC branch

Food: dumplings, fried chicken buns and kimchi ramen are my faves. Drinks: great variety of sake available. Cocktails are interesting, some hit or miss for me. Service: very fast and friendly Ambiance: the main dining room is cute and cozy, the secondary one is a bit less friendly and the temperature in the winter fluctuates greatly from one end of the room (super hot) to the other near the doors (frigid)

Everything about this experience was good from start to finish. My group received a warm welcome when we arrived and we were seated at a great table. I had one of the sakes as my drink, and we split the shrimp and chicken appetizers. I chose the mushroom ramen as my main entree. Overall, ALL the food I was able to sample was amazing. Truly impressed with the food and highly recommend Toki Underground.

The food was great and didn't disappoint. With how much this place was hyped I expected they're to be a wait. Thankfully it was full but no wait. The service was fast within a few minutes the server had come over and taken the drink and starter orders. I had the maple beer wings which were a delicious start. I would say this app was enough for me but not for sharing. The maple came through and were fried perfectly. Would recommend. I had the toki classic ramen for the entree. Again, toki underground nailed it. Getting all the notes right. Decent serving of noodles and meat. It left a little bit of am aftertaste which was peculiar but maybe I was just imagining it. The decor was unique with rotating skate decks on the ceiling. At the end, I checked in with yelp to score some free stickers. So beautiful, so creative.

Came here on a Friday at 730pm. Sat on the patio area. The weather was perfect. The service was attentive. Started with shrimp Naruto, the sauce was tangy yet has a slight kick. Crunchy exterior was great. Salmon wonton appetizer was a little fishy for my taste. Had chicken ramen and that was very flavorful. The egg was perfectly cooked and was just the right amount of softness inside. The vegetable ramen was a bit on the sweet side for me but I prefer my ramen to be on the savory side.

TIP: UBER HERE. The block that surrounds this location is very rough. We didn't have any issue - but if you're sensitive to this - you may want to be dropped off. We ordered a couple starters: bao buns (which came deconstructed) and I wasn't sure I liked it this way - especially when there's no knives to apply ingredients. The ramen was good - but with everything a la carte things added up quickly.

This is the BEST ramen I have ever had. The presentation was amazing, the taste was spectacular. We had the dumplings, and they were delicious and tasteful. The desert was heavenly. "Pavlova" Meringue filled with joy and happiness. I can't say enough of the great service and attention we received.

A proper Ramen bar. I'm not sure what else needs to be said. I sat the edge of the bar. I ordered a Toki Classic. I ate it with gusto. Quickly, but enjoying everything. I finished quickly. A pair of what I'm guessing were undergrad girls talking next to me as the Super Bowl went on without any televisions to mark it. The food was excellent, the environment was oblivious and stellar. I will probably be back.

We were on a quest for Ramen and Toki Underground didn't disappoint. I made a Reservation on Yelp, but it was not crowded during the 5 0'clock hour and plenty of seating throughout the restaurant was available. If i wasn't intentionally looking for the building I may have missed it. There was plenty of street parking available. The menu is creative and the food and drink were good. The fried chicken steam bun was a great start to our meal. The chicken had a nice heat. However, I found the steam bun not as soft/cloudlike as I would have liked. Our ramen was delicious and I was tempted to ask for my broth to go to sip on later. This business is a gem and I hope to return soon to try other items.

My husband and I came for the first time tonight for dinner, and we will definitely be back! We didn't make a reservation, but we were able to get a seat at the bar immediately (this was around 7pm on a Friday). I would probably recommend making a reservation, especially for more than 2 people. The service was great! Everyone was really nice and attentive. One of the servers even gave us these spicy pickled peppers to have with our ramen. We ordered the cloud shrimp bao. The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and was similar to a tempura shrimp. The baos did not appear to be made in house, but they were still good. The dish was served deconstructed. I would maybe order this again as just the shrimp. The cocktails were really good! I wasn't sure what I was expecting, but the cocktails definitely impressed us. The mala garlic tonkotsu ramen was flavorful and creamy. I will plan to try the Toki Classic next time. The pork belly was also really unique, as it was actually seasoned and had a smoky flavor to it. The Taipei curry chicken ramen was amazinggggg. I loved that it was still a broth (not too thick like a curry) but had the flavor of a Japanese curry, and the chicken was done perfectly. We parked right outside the restaurant, but we were a little hesitant about the street parking as we were not so familiar with the area. We may opt to Uber for next time. The vibes inside were totally different from outside. Casual but very well put together. There isn't a ton of seating, so better to have a reservation. All in all, it was a great experience and we are looking forward to coming back! :)

Finally! An awesome ramen place in Baltimore has finally opened. Toki not only has delicious, slurp-able ramen but also has a wide array of mouthwatering appetizers. My friend and I went for New Year's Day lunch and indulged on the brussel sprouts, pickle plate, kimchi, pork potstickers, and the shrimp bao buns. The appetizers were all amazing except for the potstickers which came out cold and crunchy to the point of almost stale. Kind of disappointing but not a huge deal, since everything else was pretty on point. I tried the lobster ramen which rich, creamy with a soft boiled egg. Hands down the best ramen in Maryland! The service was great, everything came out super fast and we loved the ambiance inside!!

such a cute little restaurant!! waiters were attentive, i would love to come back and try out the drinks sometimes as the drinks menu looks promising and unique. curry ramen: 10/10, just so good chicken karaage: 9/10 - really good and not too oily or heavy, but small portion toki classic: 7/10 my least fav for the night but not bad, the chashu was just a bit too oily for me and the taste was different from what i was used to

Overall, this is a solid option for ramen in the Baltimore area. I've been a few times and have not had any major complaints with the food- their broth is rich and portions sizes are good. My group was pleasantly surprised by how tasty their house pickles are. Service is not the fastest, but not something that would prevent me from coming back. I find the addition of kale in the ramen bowls a bit odd, and it's not my favorite flavor. I plan to keep this restaurant in my local ramen rotation!

Shop is in a "hole in the wall" Once you walk in, it's a warm climate with warm, dim lighting. You can sit in a half outdoor section as well, however we held off since it was a bit chilly. Service was good. The floral lemonade was strong, tart and a bit sweet. Good, nonetheless. 7/10 They give you a bottle of water to distribute via glass for the table. The chicken that comes in the curry ramen and can also be ordered as a side order is good. Great crisp on the breading, juicy and tender chicken. The curry ramen was creamy, flavorful and delicious. 8.5/10 Chicken wings were a unique seasoning and sauce. Nothing like I've ever tasted before. 7/10 Shrimp dish comes out as 3 jumbo shrimp on a bed of spicy mayo. I prefer my sauce on the side, so it's not overpowering, but it wasn't a big deal. 7/10 The pork belly in the pork belly mazeman is AMAZING. 10/10 The Brussels sprouts were tossed in a great sauce. Cooked perfectly 10/10

Service was great. The fried chicken bao buns were delicious, I was expecting it to come already arranged(with the chicken, mayo, ginger in the bun) but it's not a huge deal that it didn't. I was very disappointed with the ramen. It had no flavor, the noodles tasted like they came straight out the plastic. The broth definitely needs more work.

Coming from LA, I have had ramen from the best places outside of Japan. The restaurant is in a cute place and the bathroom is pretty quirky - imagine The Shining..pretty cool experience. The skateboard deck fans were very cute. Interior was legit. Ordered the Chicken Shoyu. I expected the noodles to be a certain elasticity and gauge, these were not. I think they just dropped in a bag of Bihon (Pancit noodles). The broth is also too salty. However, loved the chicken that came with it..reminded me of Korean samgyetang chicken. One easy thing I would suggest is to raise the serving temperature of ramen. It came out just warm - just north of tepid. Parking is sketchy FYI..but we are from outta town so perhaps this is the notm for the area.

One of my Baltimore city faves. What I appreciated and sang a little song about was the size of the noodles! They were the perfect width, almost angel-hair-likes the Red Miso is savory, full of flavor journeys that make you excited about what your chopsticks will grab next. Get your Ramen on ASAP. P. S. - Also ordered the vegan steamed dumplings, a few 1st time drinks, and my bestie had the Mushroom Shoyu ramen..chef's kiss.

I have been so excited to try Toki Underground, I have heard amazing things about their restauraunt in DC! I am glad they made an investment into opening a spot in Greenmount Ave. However, it was a little hard to find the entrance with no sign, but I went with the vibe for the arts. The waiter later explained a sign will be installed. The waiter was very knowledgeable about the ingredients in dishes like non-vegan elements in bun or dumpling. The main dishes were delicious! The steam bun appetizer was nice, but the buns were a bit stiff, I think the buns could have been steamed longer or worked to a fluffier consistency. I appreciated the warm plate, that was a nice touch. The bathroom was quite an experience, cozy blue light, church choir boys music washing into the room. The other bathroom was dark red, which was quite a contrast to the other bathroom. The interior is grudge, clean, punk, and inviting of creativity. We sat in the back of the restaurant which allowed more space for conversation. I would like to come again to sit at the bar and have a cozy meal.

Met up with friends on a Friday night. I heard it can get crowded so I made reservation in advance. They don't have their own lot so you will have to use street parking. I found a spot on a side street about half a block away. The surrounding area is a little on the shady side so make sure to be aware of your surroundings. My party was seated right away on the enclosed patio area. Looks like it used to be a garage of some type. They have a garage door in the rear that looks like it can be opened up in the summer time. The waiter was friendly and took our orders right after we were seated. He made few recommendations on drinks as well as appetizers. I had a last samurai cocktail. It was their take on an old fashioned. Taste is similar but much lighter. He also recommended the Toki wings. They were sweet and a little spicy. For my main I had the Toki traditional ramen. It comes with pork belly, broccoli, egg, and seaweed. The broth was delicious and flavorful. Most of the menu is ramen so if you are a fan you will enjoy it.

I highly recommend this place. I came here on a whim because I was in the area and have been MEANING to try this place. They were kind enough to let my friends and I dine 30 minutes before they closed the kitchen, and still gave us excellent customer service. The decor of the restaurant is very chic, with the darker decor definitely compliments the restaurant and its location. It sort of felt like a speakeasy that wasn't so secret. Now the food and the drink I ordered. Marvelous. 10/10. I highly recommend the Yuzu Sake. Specifically the hot one. Now I ordered the chilled version, still fantastic, but I 100% guarantee the warmed version of this drink will melt in your mouth. Definitely will be trying it next I'm I go. The karaage was good. Tender and excellent with the curry broth. The shrimp bao was *chef's kiss*. I could literally eat 10 of them. It was super tasty. My total was $28, I'm actually surprised it wasn't more. The portions of everything were a nice size. Definitely recommend this place.

I was able to visit yesterday in the early afternoon and I had high hopes since I knew it was a Michelin Bib Gourmand. The moment I walked it it had such a cool, modern but also retro vibe that was a perfect atmosphere for dinner. I took a seat at the bar and it was the best choice because i was able to get my food immediately, and see it being easily made as well. I started with the wakame salad which had a great vinegary taste, and the vegan dumplings which we super filling. Next, the Toki wings had an such a unique batter taste and had a good amount of meat on them. The star of the show though was the mala garlic tonkotsu, which I would probably drink straight if I could. It starts off as a light flavor but the packs a deep punch, different from typical ramen spots. The chashu was unique in being a thin strip, but it didn't miss any of the char or taste. Their new dessert thats being rolled out next week, Purin, had a complexity of flavors from the flan, the sauce, and the crunchy nuts on top. The icing on the cake were the Hinoki Mori and yuzu thai iced tea- they were so so delicious and perfect pairings to the meal!

Very cool interiors, and a very interesting space for a ramen shop. There were so many small details like the bathroom that made the restaurant really neat. The service was great, it seems like a relatively new restaurant in Baltimore and they gave us lots of reccs. We went during the happy hour time and got an ordered quite a bit of our meal at a discount which was great!! The drinks were phenomenal, we got the Toki Monster and the smokiness of the pork complimented the whiskey so well. Definitely a place to come out with your friends and get some drinks and apps!

Tucked away on Greenmount Ave, Toni Underground truly feels like an "underground" experience in whisking you away to a cozy, memorable dining experience. With just a few high top tables and seating at a counter overlooking the kitchen, the setting is intimate and inviting. Perfect for date night or catching up with a close friend. Service was prompt, attentive and gracious in providing menu recommendations. We decided to take a family style approach in making our way through a menu that left us spoiled for choices. But first, sake. I tried two different options, both fantastic and unique. The 4oz carafe option is a nice option for a single person pour. We started with the pan-fried vegan dumplings, which, mind blown. Exceptional flavor, melt in your mouth initially crispy then tender dumpling dough, with a killer sauce and beautifully shaved scallions to boot. Next up, the sake-battered cauliflower bao buns. Also a show stopper. The cauliflower had a wonderful umami-forward batter giving a crunch to a tender interior. Paired with fluffy bao buns and pickled veg, this was a great dish to share. Last, we had to try Toki's take on dan dan noodles. Absolutely my favorite dish of the night. The trick to this dish lies in the sauce, and Toki nails it with a complex Chinese five spice centric one that envelopes fresh, perfectly cooked noodles. The shiitakes bring an earthiness to the dish, while the cashews add a welcome richer crunch. Miso-chilli paste, pickled ginger and fresh cilantro and shaved scallions complete the bite. Also an excellent portion for sharing! Can't return soon enough!

Toki Underground is the cutest, quaint ramen spot I've ever been to! You definitely need a reservation because the restaurant is quite small and gets busy quickly. Food: I ordered the Kimchi ramen and my dining companion had the Classic Toki Ramen. I love spicy food so it was a no brainer for me to order the Kimchi ramen. Spice permeates through and through the broth...it was delicious and filling. I also tried the gyoza which was good. Service: The waiter was attentive and took note that I liked my ramen spicy, so he brought over additional spices for me to add. I will say that the location of Toki isn't the greatest. Let's just say if I didn't find parking directly in front of the restaurant, I thought twice about honoring my reservation--which was around 7p and dark.

I have never had better food than I did here! They were able to accommodate our group of 12 pretty last minute, there is street parking and they have a gravel parking lot just a little bit up the street, and we came when a thunderstorm was suppose to hit and the outside seating has a covered portion so we stayed dry! The food came out quick, the drinks were amazing, and I wish I could have ordered 1 of everything on the menu. The inside is such a cool vibe and they have little "easter eggs" throughout that you can search for. This is a MUST GO if you are in Baltimore!!!

I've heard good things about the Toki Underground in DC and was happy to hear that one opened up in Baltimore. The area isn't the best, but when we walked into the restaurant, it was like we were transported. It was very cool and trendy inside with its own hipster-y flair. We made reservations and were sat right away. We were seated outside. They have an AC unit, but with the large roll up door opened on the other side, it doesn't really do much. They have fans everywhere to keep you cool, although if you have long hair (with baby hair at the top) it makes it a little harder to eat without eating your hair. But the food is worth maybe accidentally getting your hair in your mouth. My friends are vegan, and they had some good vegan choices. They got the fried vegan dumplings for an appetizer, which they raved about. My husband got the silk tofu appetizer (which I believe is also vegan), and we were blown away. The miso ginger sauce it came with paired perfectly with the super soft tofu. The baos also looked fantastic (as we creeped on what the other tables ordered). I might get the shrimp next time. My friend got the vegan ramen with their special endorphins sauce on the side. Our other friend got the Dan Dan noodles that were also vegan and commented how creamy it was. My husband and I both got the toki classic. Wow, that broth is ridiculously good. I'm not the biggest ramen fan, but I can appreciate how flavorful that broth was. My mouth still waters thinking about that first bite. My husband loved it and also got a side of the endorphins sauce on the side. He didn't really find it spicy at all. One of the waitresses was an absolute hoot and so much fun. Service all around was awesome. They do include an 18% gratitude on your check already, but it was well deserved! They also have cool little set ups in the walls. There were little Pokémon figurines in the one closest to us! Overall, we really really enjoyed our food and overall dining experience. I could see us coming back a LOT which might be dangerous for our waistline. I have my eye on the yam noodles next time. Parking was pretty easy on the street!

This place used to be so so good and they have changed several recipes for the worse (the breading on fried chicken was incredible and is now really bad) and removed several items from their menu and I'm not entirely sure what's going on but I don't think I'll be back unless I hear things have turned around. I really want this restaurant to be good and so I hope they figure it out!

I used to go to Toki DC all the time back in the day, glad they opened up a spot in Baltimore! Still love the Tapei Curry Chicken ramen and pan fried gyoza. The pickle plate was quite good. + easy to make a reservation on Yelp + lovely staff + cool vibes and decor - $3.50 can of soda eeeeeeeeee

Food wise, this place is a 5. We had a large group and they were very accommodating. The ramen was very flavorful and tasty. The inside was very cool with exposed brick and small things around to make for a great time. I will definitely be going back as the managers went out of their way to make sure I had a 5 star experience. That says a lot about a business. Run, don't walk to this place as I assure you, you will enjoy your experience. I had the curry ramen and they got it right. The chicken thigh was amazing. You won't be disappointed.

HECK YES Toki Underground has come to Baltimore! I've tried their DC spot a few times and was pumped to see them expanding, better yet so close to me. I've been stalking their socials to see the designs, ideas and opening dates. After a soft launch they opened up Yelp reservations and I was able to make a reservation very easily! We arrived at the newly opened restaurant with excitement! There is parking available but street parking was ample. When we arrived we were seated promptly. The space is upbeat, detailed, and purposeful. From the open kitchen to the skateboard moving above your head - you can tell a lot of thought has gone into this space. We sat at the counter and were greeted by several staff members. The service was impeccable! Friendly and very thoughtful. I've had a lot of ramen but still had questions, the server was super helpful and made recommendations I probably wouldn't have gone with. My favorite dish of the night was definitely the pan fried pork dumplings. You get six dumplings on top of a sauce that is very flavorful. Within the sauce there were notes of garlic and scallions with addition to fresh scallions on top. I went with the red miso ramen and my husband got the curry ramen. Both were excellent dishes with very flavorful noodles but I felt the red me so could have used a little more flavor or saltiness. I will try it again with the spice bomb added! I'm excited to keep discovering all the little design choices within the restaurant and try more menu items. Make sure to check at the bathroom, they are a lot of fun! I look forward to trying some of their drinks as I really enjoy them when I'm in the DC location. Welcome to Baltimore, we are excited to have you!

In my opinion, the ambiance (indoors in particular) is one of the coolest and best parts about this place. Such a fun vibe! Outside is a little rougher although still cute - I say this because there were cans of bug spray on each table, which indicated to me that there are some creatures in the outside area. I sprayed up and was fine, but still. The food is good - as a gluten free gal, I just appreciate that there is an option for me. The broth was delicious! No point in talking about service, as you are charged 18% either way.

Summary: Temper expectations Don't get me wrong, the food wasn't bad, just that I went in with much higher expectations. The chicken on our steamed bun appetizer was slightly overdone. The ramen and mazeman were decent. We actually liked the drinks but don't think the drinks by themselves would draw us back. Service was good but not exceptional. Note that they have a mandatory service charge 18%, which is fair, but wasn't communicated. Location wasn't the greatest and parking could be tricky although we lucked out. The ambiance was really good. Good options with the inside and patio seating. Not sure how that would fair on a really warm day. Prices weren't too crazy, but I think it was definitely more than what I though the food was worth.

I could eat this soup every night. It's hearty and creamy and just perfect. The fried chicken bao are fantastic as well. Truly there's nothing here that I've tried that hasn't been fantastic. There tends to be a wait, but for food this good, it's worth it.

Delicious food in a nice intimate setting! Stopped by Toki Underground for dinner as it has been on my list of places to try. First off, the service was amazing. Our server was really knowledgeable and I respected that he asked us upfront about any allergies or dietary restrictions and had a bunch of suggestions based on what we said. The food was delicious as well! I tried two appetizers: the sake-battered cauliflower steamed buns and the shiitake-yake. For the sake-battered cauliflower steamed buns, I thought all of the items to make it complimented each other well but I wish the steamed bun was a little bit fluffier and the cauliflower a little bit crispier. The shiitake-yake was like a potato dumpling with shiitake and some other veggies stuffed inside. The exterior was crispy and the inside soft which kind of gave me a hash brown vibe. For the ramen, I tried the Toki classic. The ramen broth was nice and rich and the chashu pork belly was very delicious. Also, I liked that they used Chinese broccoli as the veggie in the ramen as Chinese broccoli has a nice crunch to it. Overall, would definitely recommend coming if you're in the area! Note: We did have a bit of difficulty finding the restaurant as there's no huge sign saying Toki Underground but if see the ramen noodles display above the outside of the restaurant, you are at the right place!

The best ramen ever! So yummy and the place is so vibey. Service was great and quick!

Met my daughter and her friend last night for dinner at Toki Underground and had a wonderful time. Such a unique decor, cozy high tables around a bar area but it was not noisy at all. I'm not one for drinking but the girls had ordered two different kinds of sake and I discovered I REALLY like Ozeki Nigori sake. It's creamy, velvety, and a little sweet and I did not have my usual allergic reaction to alcohol (my face turns red, and I have some trouble breathing, which is why I don't typically drink!) We ordered many appetizers: Dumplings 3/5 (pork filling was a little hard/mouth feel was off) Cloud shrimp 5/5* - the kimchi kewpie mayo aioli was so delicious, I used it on the bao bun too! Pork belly steamed buns 4/5 - came with cucumber slices, scallions, a grain mustard/mayo aioli which was not as good as the kimchi kewpie mayo aioli and the pork belly was very thinly sliced and a little tough Chicken kaarage 4/5 - flavorful small pieces of chicken with kewpie mayo aioli Then we tried three of their ramen: red miso, classic, traditional tonkatsu We frankly couldn't tell that much difference between the red miso and the classic in terms of the soup flavor. Only the tonkatsu tasted significantly different and I liked that one the best: 4/5 - largely because of the quality of the pork belly (see note on bao bun - similarly very thin slices and tough meat which is weird for pork belly). It's also hard to rate ramen in Baltimore well against ramen in Jtown in LA or Tokyo! But if you're in Baltimore and looking for good ramen and apps and that Ozeki Nigori sake, give Toki Underground a try.

Really enjoyed this place! The service was excellent! The place was so cool. It's small, but very nice! It does get very busy. Parking is street, but I think they have a parking lot. The food was very fresh, the wings were delicious! Really nice addition to Baltimore!

Baltimore just got another superior ramen spot. The space is large, but still feels intimate. The main dining room is open to the kitchen, so you can watch as the magic happens, and there are several counter seats that put you feet away from the action. We tried a variety of items from the menu, and they were all superb. The curry ramen was rich and had layers of flavor. The vegan ramen was so much more interesting than the usual vegan option. It was spicy, but had a mild sweet undertone from pickled beets, and also came with some sort of mushroom bomb that added depth and richness. For the ramen you also have the option to add an "endorphin bomb," which is a very tasty spice blend that will likely make you sweat, curse, and cry for your mother. The real star of the meal was the mushroom Dan Dan. I'm not entirely sure what made it so good, but it was silky, lush, and really just something special. The pork belly bun was a close second best, coming deconstructed so you could add the sauce, kimchi, and slaw to it in the ratio of your choice. Overall, I'm thrilled this place has opened and can't wait to go back. You're probably gonna want to make a reservation because this place is gonna be packed.

I think from social media and what I have seen from the DC location reviews I expected more. Like other reviews mention, it's not located in the best area. We ended up parking on a neighborhood street around the corner since the street parking directly in the front of the restaurant was filled when we arrived. We had a reservation for a Friday at 7:30pm. The place was pretty busy when we arrived, a few tables empty here and there. The interior and ambience is fantastic. We loved looking at the decor choices and enjoyed the open kitchen style since we sat at the bar. The food was ok, especially for the prices. Our server was very nice and checked in on us, but it was very slow to receive our food. The two of us dined for about 1.5hrs, mostly waiting for food. We got the karaage chicken appetizer, kimchi ramen, and pork belly mazemen. Overall we expected our serving sizes to be a bit bigger, with more protein served based on the prices. My boyfriend added pork belly to his meal for $6, however, the amount given was two small pieces. The ramen soup base was good, but thicker than we are used to. The mazemen sauce had good flavoring but they put too much sauce that I had a pool left in my bowl at the end. It was a little odd that the outside of our bowls were sticky and messy as well. The pork belly did have a nice crispy, charred crust. Chicken karaage tasted good and crispy, however, like the items before, we wish the serving size was a little larger. Note: there is an auto 18% gratuity added to all bills. It's noted at the bottom of their menu and our server pointed it out when we got the check which was appreciated.

So disappointed, I think possibly the worst ramen I've ever had unfortanately. Service was fine, but I think the owner needs to revisit the menu.