Toki Underground

"Toki Underground bills itself as D.C.’s original ramen house. It serves one of the most famous bowls of ramens in town, a Taipei curry bowl with fried chicken, among more classic dishes. An additional location opened in Baltimore in 2023." - Missy Frederick, Eater Staff

"H Street bar with reduced menu prices for snow day." - Tierney Plumb

"A Japanese restaurant offering a unique and flavorful dining experience, recognized by the Bib Gourmand." - MICHELIN Guide

"Despite its name, Toki Underground isn’t actually underground. But this H Street ramen shop is far from ordinary. Inside, there’s a bar decked out in comics and walls covered in street art—picture a 16-year-old’s dream bedroom. The grungy decor, long lines, and tiny space make dining here feel like DC’s hottest event. With room for just 20 people, everyone is packed in tight. And while most are coming for the ramen, the noodle dishes and dumplings are just as good. We recommend the crab and shrimp curry noodles, packed with succulent seafood and a fragrant, spicy curry broth. You’d be lucky to get in without a reservation, so book ahead. " - tristiana hinton, omnia saed

"Our favorite for ramen in the district. Hit up Toki for their excellent classic tonkotsu and kimchi ramen, and hit some dumplings hard while you’re at it. Just know that you aren’t the only one with this idea - Toki Underground is small and often crowded." - zach nerenberg, chris stang