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Tabata Noodle Restaurant

Ramen Restaurant, Noodle Restaurant, and Japanese Restaurant$$$$

Garment District, New York

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7.3^/10

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Ranked #6 for spicy food in the Garment District
The experts at The New York Times and Serious Eats recommend this place
"If you love spicy get the Lava Men! It'll rock your world."(12 Tips)
"Tabata ramen and tan tan men are both very good!"(9 Tips)
"... like it spicy or the dark men yes you read it right w black sesame paste!"(8 Tips)
"Sutamina ramen is awesome!"(8 Tips)

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EaterOctober 10, 2014
Order the eponymous ramen made with a combination of cooked & toasted noodles that float in a coconut milk broth. There are also some traditional bites like edamame, gyoza, & spicy pickled cabbage. Read more
What's Good HereAugust 22, 2014
With its unconventional ramen, Tabata may be a love it or hate it. This is the Sutamina Ramen - spicy miso & soy sauce flavored noodle soup w/ pork, leeks, scallions, garlic paste & egg.
Village VoiceApril 14, 2015
Tabata's namesake dish intertwines Burmese and Japanese cuisines. The broth is a combination of soybean and coconut, which is then topped with spicy chicken, red onions, flavored egg, and cilantro.
Dáša JaníkováMarch 4, 2020
I and my husband opted for ramen, our daughter had a rice with fried chicken and some sauce and everything was sooo good. Really I probably come back to New York just because of this noodle soup.
Mike WinstonMay 13, 2014
Always a solid choice for a meal in this odd part of town behind Port Authority. The Tan Tan Men Ramen is always a good choice as well as the Takowasabi. Read about my visit on WinstonWanders below! Read more
Steve MintzMay 29, 2017
Toto a few blocks away .Better ratings ... But line @ 7pm was a mile long Happy here ... Pork broth perfect for me Lots of meat in ramen There's a 64oz pitcher of Sapporo w/chicken wings for $18
EaterJanuary 18, 2018
Dark Men: This garlic-infused black sesame broth is rather alarming but it slurps up mellow and porky, with the scallions providing highlights. Read more
Joe PorrittApril 15, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Nice to find a ramen place that shows a little creativity. The coconut milk-based Tabata Ramen dish is tasty.
Sam PezzulloNovember 6, 2013
Although I felt like I was cheating on Ippudo, I was thrilled with this less crowded, less expensive alternative near my office. The ramen is also delicious. The spicy "Lava Men" is my favorite!
Daniel GarciaMay 1, 2015
You would get better ramen for almost the same price at Ippudo or Totto Ramen... but at least here there is minimal wait, which can make all the difference. Overall good ramen though! (Tonkotsu Ramen)
Shiri LaraOctober 6, 2016
Great quick lunch spot. The sutamina ramen was not the prettiest bowl I've ever seen but the combo of soy and miso broth is fantastic with the crunch of scallion.
Jonathan OatisJanuary 31, 2020
Been here 25+ times
Good, reasonably priced ramen and other Japanese dishes. Get the Tabata ramen ( their other ramen dishes are good, too, but this one is special.) non-ramen dishes are good too.
MinvkklNovember 13, 2014
AMAZING. Best ramen AND rare authentic Burmese. Makes me miss my mom's home-cooked Burmese food. Love the garlic noodles (Sichet khao sware) and coconut noodles w/chicken (Ounoh khao sware).
The Corcoran GroupJuly 9, 2013
A great addition to the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood. The signature Tabata Ramen is a must-order - it includes spicy chicken, plus a coconut milk and soy powder broth.
Village VoiceAugust 15, 2014
Don’t miss the sesame-flavored tan tan mien, the porky kyushuu, and the simple, salt-flavored shio ($8)—the Asian grandma’s answer to Jewish penicillin. Read more
John ANovember 17, 2014
Been here 10+ times
My go to Ramen shop.. Deep bowl of vegetable Ramen, age dashi tofu, and $4 house sake.. Great meal for less than $20. Super friendly staff.
Ajit VergheseJanuary 13, 2012
RS says: Try the Tabata Ramen. It "features cooked and toasted ramen in the same bowl, with a novel broth thickened with coconut milk and soy powder and Chicken nubs w/ raw purple onions."
Brandon HoangSeptember 9, 2015
Try the house ramen. I'm not a fan of coconut but the broth was a perfect balance of thick and creamy
Allison YuNovember 26, 2014
The tabata ramen has a nice and creamy soup base made with chicken broth and coconut milk. Eat the noodles fast because they get soggy really quickly :(
Mike M.October 14, 2014
Great ramen. Stick with the chicken. Very tasty. And their delivery is quick as well.
Village VoiceFebruary 10, 2014
Village Voice is proud to welcome Tabata Noodle Restaurant to the 2014 Choice Eats food fest! http://bit.ly/1cRzdNV.Here you'll find some spicier renditions of traditional ramen.
Matt BressMarch 5, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The coconut-milk broth Tabata ramen is great - pair it with one of their always changing "special appetizers" for a unique treat
Cindy lauMarch 4, 2015
The Tabata ramen noodle is a must. Coconut base with some great egg yolk action.
Charlotte MaguierSeptember 26, 2015
Delicious good value ramen - no fancy ingredients, only good quality tasty basics. Try the tabata and tonkotsu, both great.
Edlin ChoiJanuary 20, 2012
Pretty good! Service was quick, though they enforce a $5 minimum per head. Shouldn't matter if everyone is eating. My dad loved the "hellishly spicy" one. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Arthur DudinFebruary 15, 2013
the Sutamina soup w/ pork was amazing. it hit the spot and was probably one of the most delicious ramen soups I've ever had. very authentic flavor.
scott krauseNovember 9, 2014
Coconut broth is incredible. Much prefer this spot over Toto. More flavorful ramen, better prices, and far less crowded.
Brook ShelleySeptember 27, 2015
The spicy lava men is tasty, but not as good as Jin's. Still one of the better ramen spots in town though, and good value.
Nicholas DoyleOctober 22, 2014
For a departure from your typical ramen, come here for some unique twists like the like the coconut or black sesame ramens.
KeoniinthecityJanuary 27, 2013
The Tabata Ramen with coconut milk is a nice spin on the standard ramens offered throughout the city. Tons of umami and warmness.
Steven VegaMay 10, 2015
Lava Ramen it's great, if you love spicy food you should try this one!
Michael HusseyNovember 8, 2023
Tan tan men ramen is to die for
Upvoted Mar 2
Theodore KimJanuary 23, 2015
Good, serviceable ramen and broth. The Shio broth with extra pork is a favorite of mine. Skip the Gyoza here. It's way too garlicky.
Ryan Scott TandyMarch 7, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Drop in for a quick and decent bowl of ramen. Go with their house-named Tabata ramen with an egg.
Yera HaOctober 19, 2014
Pretty convinced this is the best ramen in the city. Chewy, tender noodles and a hot, flavorful broth. Can't get better.
Asha GrantSeptember 21, 2014
The Garlic noodles are bomb. But the calamari is out of this world, I order two orders just for me every time.
DPJanuary 27, 2014
Tabata. Pro tip: if you're in a restaurant with a menu item the same name as the place itself, you should probably order it.
Kevin TakDecember 23, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Try Dark Men. Black Sesame Paste Noodle soup is very rich taste and nice flavor!
Serious EatsJanuary 11, 2013
Get the Tabata Ramen, chicken broth enriched with coconut milk, then topped with ground roasted soybeans.
TomDecember 4, 2016
Interesting fusion flavors, love the signature Tabata and dark ramen. The tonkotsu ramen is pretty weak. The gyoza was meh.
Follow FoodieFebruary 19, 2012
If you like spicy definitely go for Geki Kara Ramen with pork. I strongly recommend extra scallion, and if you're into it, extra pork.
Michelle WilesOctober 20, 2016
Great ramen for a solo date when you're randomly in this part of town
Jimmy ZhuApril 16, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The Sutamina Pork ramen is epically awesome - not too spicy, just has some heat. Really delicious with the soft-poached egg.
KelthomsDecember 8, 2011
Been here 10+ times
I've tried most of their ramen varieties and you really can't go wrong. I recommend eating in though, not as good out of the to go container!
SavorySweetLive MargaretSeptember 19, 2013
Get the Geki Kara if you like it spicy or the dark men yes you read it right w black sesame paste!
Laura ShunkJune 29, 2012
Cheap, good noodles. Lava ramen is spicy tonkotsu: silky with pork fat, racy with chiles. Best with fat-ribboned pork.
Alex GuevaraSeptember 22, 2013
If you love spicy get the Lava Men! It'll rock your world.
Laura VAugust 30, 2012
Flavor of the Tonkotsu ramen is very good, but only 2 lonely pieces of overcooked pork in the lunch ramen. Places in the E Village provide better quality overall.
What's Good HereAugust 22, 2014
The pork gyoza is a good choice for a starter here.
Agatha YuDecember 23, 2012
The tabata ramen has a creamy coconut soup base. Their garlic ramen has an amazing kick of flavour.

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