KOKU RAMEN

One of my favorite ramen spots! This place never disappoints. I always go for the Koku Ramen (level 3 spicy). It’s packed with flavor, rich, and has just the right amount of heat. I’ve been here countless times, and each visit has been consistently great. Whether you’re a ramen lover or just trying it for the first time, I highly recommend this spot.

Literally the best Ramen I’ve ever had! The broth was flavorful and rich, and the pork was tender. The eggs were amazing, and the sake was also perfect. We got there mid afternoon, so there was no weight. By the time we left, it was full!

Before leaving NY we wanted ramen to end the night. Ordered the chicken skewers and Koku Ramen. Was so glad we were able to find this gem. Alcohol was a bit of the expensive side but seeing the menu the lunch prices are super fair so will be back at an earlier time next time!

This cute Korean eatery offers a relaxed atmosphere with both a sushi bar area and table seating. I tried the coconut curry with chicken, which was flavorful and satisfying. The chicken was an add-on for $4.00. It was well worth it for the portion and quality. I didn't even finish half of it. The spot caters to a laid-back crowd and accepts cash with a discount, which is a nice perk. Service was straightforward and efficient--nothing fancy, but it matched the easygoing vibe of the place. Perfect for cold weather.

Ambiance (4/5): The front of the shop mimics classic Japanese ramen shops with bar seating overlooking the kitchen. The back has a mix of floor tables/booths and high-top tables. The high tables have stools with no backing which made my back hurt over the course of the meal. The music is low (which is nice), nicely lit, not noisy. The interior décor was very immersive and exciting. 
Service (4/5): The servers did not seem very friendly and did what they had to do. No issues getting our orders in or being serviced. 
Chicken Skewers (4/5): There were 3 skewers included with the large pieces! The sauce is sweet and flavorful, the chunks were not dry but also not juicy. 
Dan Dan Noodles (3/5): This was prepared unlike other Dan Dan noodles sauce was more tangy and the noodles were on the soft side. The noodles was spicy but not too spicy. 
Mild Koku Ramen (3/5): I did not really enjoy the dish—the charsu pork pieces were chewy and not seasoned through. I was a fan of the seasoned soft boiled eggs and the toppings that were included. The broth was savory but was missing something. The thin straight noodles were okay.