Refined tonkotsu ramen w/ solo seating. A bit pricey but worth it.
This Japanese eatery is a popular choice for ramen enthusiasts, offering a refined tonkotsu broth that is less pungent than traditional styles. While praised for its ambiance and solo dining options, some diners note a potential decline in quality post-COVID and higher prices, with bowls around $29.
The restaurant is celebrated for its tonkotsu ramen, with specific praise for its refined and less pungent broth, originating from Hakata style. While a past favorite, the "Akumaru Modern" is no longer available, though the "Akumaru Shinaji" is noted as a close alternative. Some diners feel the quality may have declined post-COVID, and prices are considered high, with ramen bowls around $29.
"The restaurant is highly recommended for its tonkotsu ramen, with the "Akumaru Shinaji" being a current notable option. It's also considered a great choice for vegetarian ramen."
Overall, customers have a positive sentiment towards this restaurant, particularly praising its ramen and solo dining experience. However, some recent feedback suggests a possible dip in quality and higher price points.
Important Note
Some customers have noted a potential decline in quality since the COVID-19 pandemic and consider the prices to be on the higher side.
"The commenter specifies the location of Ippudo on 46th street between 5th and 6th Avenues."
Positive"The commenter suggests Ippudo as a ramen option."
Positive"IPPUDO Westside is listed as a ramen recommendation."
Positive"In response to a comment about lines, this user implies the previous commenter hasn't experienced the lines at Ippudo."
Neutral"Ippudo on the west side has a great round table perfect for solo diners, and it serves the commenter's favorite ramen in the city."
Positive"Ippudo is suggested as a dining option in the Times Square area."
Neutral"Ippudo is suggested as a slightly less casual dining option."
Positive"Ippudo is recommended for ramen."
Positive"This ramen restaurant is recommended as a good option for families, particularly for those who enjoy ramen and similar dishes."
Positive"Ippudo is mentioned as a ramen option in NYC."
Positive"The commenter considers Ippudo their favorite place for vegetarian ramen in the city."
Positive"Ippudo is recommended as a Japanese restaurant option."
Positive"A user suggested calling Ippudo, implying it might be a good option for gluten-free ramen as requested by the original post seeking recommendations near Times Square."
Neutral"Ippudo is described as serving refined, non-stinky tonkotsu originating from Hakata."
Positive"The user believes Ippudo's now-discontinued Akumaru Modern was the perfect tonkotsu ramen, noting that the current Akumaru Shinaji is pretty close."
Positive"The user recommends ippudoV as a ramen restaurant."
Positive"Ippudo ramen is simply listed as a recommended restaurant."
Neutral"This restaurant is recommended for Ramen."
Positive"Ippudo is recommended for ramen."
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