McKenzie

Got the tonkotsu ramen and added grilled oyster mushrooms. WOW! Highly recommend adding them for a meaty smoky flavor. The wait staff is incredibly attentive - your water will never be empty lol

Sofía H.

I looooove their tonkotsu ramen. I’ve slightly gluten intolerance and they gave me gluten free noodles but if someone is celiac, they told me they can prepare you another ramen totally gluten free. I will definitely come again here😍

Stanley

Very delicious and heart-warming ramen spot. Highly recommend the Chicken Paitan ramen. The chicken broth was very smooth and tasty!

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Ari Babis

I had one of the best meals I’ve had in NYC at Ivan Ramen. Every dish was a standout. The small plates were perfectly balanced — the potato salad with roe was creamy, savory, and unexpectedly addictive. The ramen itself was spectacular: rich broth, vibrant flavors, perfectly cooked noodles, and the soft-boiled egg was unreal. You can tell every component is made with intention. From start to finish, everything was fantastic.

Keti C

I first stumbled upon Ivan Ramen three years ago when I lived in the neighborhood, not realizing at the time that it would become my favorite ramen spot in the city. I’ve probably visited every ramen place in New York by now and this one is still hands down the best. I often come back for my go to bowl - Tokyo Shio. It's just that good. The service is always warm and welcoming and the food is consistently excellent. For any ramen lover this place is definitely a must visit.

Mariam Kmh

Delicious spot for ramen and unreal bao. We booked a reservation for the same day but were about to sit at the bar. LOVED the spicy ramen, it’s definitely feeling. They had some popcorn chicken which was great as well as the pork bao… do not sleep on it. I’d pass on the dessert or share it as it’s massive.

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Mj Helmreich

Delicious food! The chicken ramen was the show stopper! Rich flavor! Curry cauliflower seasoned beautifully. Cold noodles good as well with spice! And topped off the meal with pumpkin cheesecake! The empty bowls say it all! Yum!

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Jennie M

Had lemon shrimp and crispy eggplant for appetizers - they were sooooo good! Wasn’t impressed by the chicken paitan ramen though.. will come back to try a different ramen!

Vyacheslav “Slava” D.

I was here in 2019 first time and it was the best ramen in NYC. And today I can confirm same. Great quality, we enjoyed it!!

Alexa Carsella

Absolutely exceptional Ramen. The appetizer of the crunchy chicken was really yummy. The Ramen was a whole other level of ramen I’ve never had before. I got the Ramen with the crispy chicken on top. It was out of this world.

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Kaan Yannick Akkus

Amazing ramen! Had the spicy miso one. Very rich broth and the spice blend to the point with a divine garlic touch. Yet it was more of a Mala noodles to me. Noodles were perfectly cooked (a bit thin for my taste tho). Will come again for the tonkotsu.

Zhe Wang

Ivan Ramen (yes, the Chef’s Table legend!) did not disappoint, chicken broth has been simmered for 8 hours, smooth yet silky, soft-boiled egg stirred in for that velvety touch, noodles with a perfect chewy bite. Crispy chicken skin + scallions on top = flavor bomb . And I loved those roasted tomatoes! Skin crackly, tangy-sweet and refreshing—such a genius twist! Will definitely return.

Naile Ruiz

DELICIOUS!! My friend is a regular and brought me here the chicken paitan was so good that even a week later I remember the taste of the dish. The tuna appetizer and potato salad were good, but the highlight is definitely the ramen. Came in around 8:30pm on a Thursday and sat down immediately.

Rich Dawes

Incredible food. The guys were also really helpful when my friend had certain allergy requirements. Ask for them to suggest the must haves. I loved the signature chicken ramen with noodles. We also had the pastrami buns and eggplant. So so so good.

Nataliya Pylypiv

Spectacular all around! Everything we tried was delicious. The seaweed kimchi was phenomenal, the ramen - out of this world (every single spoonful and every bite was divine), very interesting n/a drinks and the smoothest cheesecake. Very nice staff. We got there at around 3:45 p.m., and it was nearly empty. Food was served very quickly, and it's very convenient that you can pay through the QR code on your table. We were also really surprised by how low the prices were compared to the quality they offer! If we lived closer, I would eat there every day! Can't wait to go back!

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Emil Yao

Been wanting to try this restaurant and it was AMAZING! Very welcoming, friendly, casual yet professional/knowledgeable staff. Super tasty food. Vibrant and modern dining area. I will be back for more. ❤️👍

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Ryan Mason

Ivan Ramen is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience ramen like never before! Thanks to a friend for bringing us here and encouraging us to watch the Chef's Table episode featuring Chef Ivan Orkin—a moving story that resonates deeply and is worth watching (grab a tissue and watch before you go!) We went on a night when the Blackbird special was going on, and the ramen was half-price through the app. We ran into some issues with the app, but luckily a representative was there to help. Even though we couldn't get the app working correctly, Ivan Ramen still honored the deal. Great service! Ivan Orkin's dedication to creating a unique culinary experience distinctly shines through in the food. The ramen I enjoyed was absolutely the best I've ever had, even compared to my time in Japan. I savored the chicken ramen, enhanced by roasted tomato, and it was nothing short of spectacular. Accompanying the ramen, we had a delightful serving of the Ivan Karaage, which was beautifully crispy and flavorful—a true highlight of the meal. On our plates but not pictured were the scrumptious miso Caesar salad and a refreshing daikon salad, both of which complemented the meal perfectly. Everything about our dining experience was exceptional, and I can't recommend Ivan Ramen enough for anyone looking to enjoy an authentic yet innovative take on ramen! Update: had to go back again, added some more photos.

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The staff were kind and the atmosphere was nice. Japanese ramen was a good choice on a cold day. However, it was too salty, so I had to keep adding water while eating it.

Shashank Tiple

One thing i loved the most was the broth. The ramen overall was good, the service was good too. The only complaint I have is we they dont give meat prices in miso ramen. I am not sure if that was a mistake or they dont have it but the ramen itself was 👍🏻

Miss M

Appetisers were amazing, and service too! A bit of a disappointment as my Tokyo Shio ramen was very porky (yes, its a thing) and I wouldn't recommend it. Tonkotsu ramen was good, but nothing to write home about.

I don’t really understand the hype beyond the prime location. The ramen bowls are just okay — fine if you’re craving something comforting, but nothing special. The space is cute, but the atmosphere was a bit too rowdy for my taste.

I’ve been here 3-4 years ago and didn’t like it very much so I decided to come back and give it another try. I ordered the chicken ramen with extra egg on the side with an Ivan Palmer. The broth was pretty good, but on the saltier side. Not the biggest fan of their type of noodle, it reminds me a lot of soba, although chewier. The Ivan Palmer (iced tea + yuzu lemonade) just tasted like straight up lemon juice and nothing else, I was quite disappointed. Overall, a decent bowl of ramen, but I wouldn’t make the trip unless I was in the area and really wanted ramen. However, the service is very nice and friendly :)