Must-try tsukemen & rich tonkotsu ramen. Also, amazing Japanese bakery sables!
This Japanese spot is a top contender for ramen lovers, particularly celebrated for its tsukemen (dipping noodles) and rich tonkotsu broth. Reviewers often praise the quality of their noodles and the depth of flavor in their broths, with some even comparing it favorably to renowned ramen establishments. Beyond ramen, they also offer unique baked goods like matcha and black sesame sables.
The restaurant is highly acclaimed for its Japanese ramen, with a particular emphasis on tsukemen (dipping noodles) and a rich, flavorful tonkotsu (pork bone) broth. Customers frequently commend the quality of the noodles and the depth of the broth. Additionally, they are noted for offering unique Japanese bakery items, such as matcha, black sesame, and hojicha sables, where the main ingredient's flavor is prominent without being overly sweet. While the ramen receives widespread positive feedback, one user noted a recent increase in saltiness.
"The tonkotsu tsukemen and Jiro style ramen are frequently recommended, with praise for the rich broth and quality noodles. The Japanese sables (matcha, black sesame, hojicha) are also highlighted as unique and delicious bakery items."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant for its exceptional ramen, particularly the tsukemen and tonkotsu broth. Many consider it a top-tier ramen destination, with some positive mentions of their unique bakery items.
Important Note
One user noted that the Jiro-style ramen has become too salty in recent visits.
"Tabetomo is included in a list of favorite ramen spots in Manhattan, all of which are suggested to be under $40."
Neutral"This user recommended Tabetomo for Ramen, noting its location in the East Village/NoHo area, walkable from Gramercy."
Positive"This user recommended Tabetomo, along with Ramen Ishida and Susuru, as places offering enjoyable vegetarian ramen options."
Positive"The commenter recommends Tabetomo for its tsukemen."
Positive"Tabetomo in the East Village is recommended for tonkotsu ramen."
Positive"Tabetomo occasionally offers a Gyokai Tonkotsu special, described as thick with a bit of fishy funk, which could be an alternative for those seeking fish-forward ramen."
Neutral"Recommends Tabetomo in the East Village for a good tonkotsu broth, though unsure about the noodle style."
Positive"Lists Tabetomo as a ramen restaurant that is temporarily closed but has reopened."
Neutral"The managing partner clarifies that the head chef, Tomo Kubo, did work at Tsujita, and the restaurant group also operates other establishments."
Positive"The commenter states Tabetomo is 'trash' and has become too heavy on the salt in recent visits."
Negative"The commenter initially heard a rumor that the Tabetomo team had a connection to Tsujita in LA, which was later confirmed by the managing partner regarding the head chef."
Positive"While acknowledging Tabetomo serves authentic Jiro-style ramen, the commenter notes it has become too salty in recent visits."
Neutral"The managing partner confirms that the head chef at Tabetomo, Tomo Kubo, previously worked at Tsujita in LA."
Positive"Tabetomo in the East Village is consistently great."
Positive"Tabetomo is recommended for its Jiro-style ramen, with thick, chewy noodles and a good broth, though it can be heavy."
Positive"Tabemoto in the East Village is praised for its great Tsukemen."
Positive"This commenter found Tabetomo's tsukemen to be too vinegary, though this was when they first opened."
Negative"Tabetomo is noted for its Tokyo-style tsukemen."
Positive"The commenter enjoyed Tabetomo, describing the experience as 'soooo good' and leading to a food coma."
Positive"The commenter agrees that Tabetomo is very good and is glad to hear they are still serving quality bowls."
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