West Village ramen fave w/ killer broth & handmade noodles. Spicy Ginger Stamina Ramen is a must-try!
This West Village gem is a must-visit for ramen enthusiasts, consistently praised for its exceptional broth and perfectly cooked noodles. The Spicy Ginger Stamina Ramen is a standout, often compared favorably to other top ramen spots in the city. Beyond the signature ramen, dishes like the fried chicken black miso bowl have also earned high praise, making it a top contender for the best ramen experience in Manhattan.
This Japanese restaurant specializes in ramen, with a particular standout being the Spicy Ginger Stamina Ramen, frequently cited as a favorite. The quality of the noodles and broth is consistently praised. Other dishes, like the fried chicken black miso bowl, have also received strong positive feedback, though one reviewer mentioned a negative experience with overcooked and salty ramen on a recent visit.
"The Spicy Ginger Stamina Ramen is highly recommended and frequently cited as a favorite. The Butter Miso Ramen and fried chicken black miso bowl are also mentioned positively."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the ramen, with many considering it a top contender for the best in the city, specifically highlighting the Spicy Ginger Ramen and handmade noodles.
Important Note
One user reported a negative experience with recent visits, citing overcooked, chewy, and salty ramen, contrasting with positive experiences from years past.
"Karakatta is recommended, with the user stating it rivals another popular noodle bar for the quality of its pork belly and that they serve their favorite spicy ramen."
Positive"This user states that Karakatta Ramen on Thompsons Street serves their favorite ramen in the city, describing it as a small establishment."
Positive"The user suggests trying the spicy ramen at Karakatta."
Positive"Karakatta in the West Village is praised for its deliciousness, particularly its handmade noodles."
Positive"Karakatta in the West Village is praised for its deliciousness, particularly its handmade noodles."
Positive"The commenter had the fried chicken black miso bowl at Karakatta and found it 'so so so so so so good'."
Positive"The commenter had the fried chicken black miso bowl at Karakatta and found it 'so so so so so so good'."
Positive"The commenter loves Karakatta, specifically their butter miso ramen."
Positive"The commenter loves Karakatta, specifically their butter miso ramen."
Positive"The commenter's absolute favorite ramen in the city is the Spicy Ginger Ramen at Karakatta in the West Village."
Positive"The commenter's absolute favorite ramen in the city is the Spicy Ginger Ramen at Karakatta (near Washington Square Park)."
Positive"Karakatta Ramen was suggested as a fast lunch option in Greenwich Village."
Positive"Karakatta is implied to be less favorable compared to its sister restaurant, Mr Taka."
Negative"Expresses being a huge fan of Karakatta."
Positive"Notes that Karakatta is on their list to try."
Neutral"Clarifies their negative experience, stating Karakatta was good years ago but recent visits found everything overcooked, chewy, and salty."
Negative"Responds that they've enjoyed Karakatta both times they've visited."
Positive"Considers Karakatta the worst ramen they've had in the city."
Negative"Was 'mind blown' by how good the food was at Karakatta during a spontaneous visit and plans to return soon."
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