"Inside, it’s a bit cramped since it’s a small hole-in-the-wall place, but the outdoor seating makes it more appealing. The staff was incredibly friendly, even though one of the girls spilled water on the floor next to me—she was really sweet!
As for the ramen, I ordered the original Naruto bowl and was pleasantly surprised by the pork. Sometimes ramen shops serve up large, inedible chunks of fat, but I received two decent slices. The broth was decent but not particularly memorable; it didn’t leave a strong impression, but it was still good.
Is this my favorite ramen place? Not quite, but it’s a great spot in the Upper East Side to enjoy some ramen as the winter months approach. Just don’t expect too much—this is more of a sit-down, eat, and go kind of place. However, waiting for your food while listening to anime music definitely sets a fun mood!
A few tips: the bathroom is located way in the back in the employee area (you may need to ask to use it), there are hooks for your jackets, and there’s outdoor seating that is wheelchair accessible (though it might feel cramped inside)."
