Yuji Ramen Kitchen

Yuji Ramen Kitchen

(Now Closed)
Noodle Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
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  • Geoffroy B.
    Geoffroy BablonJanuary 10, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Having tried both the bacon and egg mazemen and the salmon and cheese, I'd say the former is the best move for first-timers. Amazingly tasty. The egg gives it just the right consistency - not too dry.
  • Dina
    DinaApril 29, 2014
    A hidden treasure on 2nd level of Whole Foods. Specializing in mazemen- homemade ramen noodles minus the broth. Salmon/cheese mazemen is amazing. Daily shochu broth ramen made fresh is great as well.
  • Rachel L.heart icon on user image
    Rachel LovingerJuly 1, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the Omakase if you can. It books up fast, though. Five courses, all amazing. At the end of the meal Yuji asks which you liked best and it's seriously hard to choose. The Monkfish is a standout.
  • Noah W.heart icon on user image
    Noah WeissMay 6, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The bacon and egg mazumen is like a Japanese version of a Pasta Carbonara. Except it's even more egg and bacon filled, which makes it that much more delicious.
  • DailyCandy
    DailyCandyJanuary 14, 2014
    Mazemen is the star at this eponymous shop. Top your bowl with bacon and egg or smoked salmon and Camembert for added flavor. Soup lovers won’t be disappointed in the rotating daily shoyu dish.
  • Kenheart icon on user image
    KenAugust 11, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Amazing food. The daily shoyu is a nice break from the overly salty and fatty tonkotsu that's the rage in ramen. Flavorful clear broth built from whatever fresh bones and veggies are in season.
  • Nicholas D.heart icon on user image
    Nicholas DoyleDecember 13, 2013
    The seriously al dente flavorful noodles will show you what you're missing at lesser ramen-ya. The rotating menu will keep you in your toes. The daily Shoyu is great, but don't miss the Mazemen.
  • Steven Y.
    Steven YOctober 12, 2013
    Bacon and egg mazemen is the most flavorful; salmon and cheese is overly fishy. Portions are small tho - appetizer sized, so you might want to grab some extra food from the hot bar downstairs
  • Michael L.
    Michael LernerSeptember 5, 2013
    After trying unsuccesfully to get a ticket for the test kitchen omakase for two months, I just learned you could come for ramen anytime. Great quick bite. Ramen is delicious!
  • Rachel L.heart icon on user image
    Rachel LovingerJanuary 8, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the ramen tasting if you can. If you can't nab a seat for that, try a delicious mazemen - brothless ramen. The Salmon and Cheese is always fantastic.
  • Brad L.heart icon on user image
    Brad LApril 10, 2014
    The uni mazumen ramen and the ankimo miso ramen are incredible and not always available. If you can get them, DO IT.
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsSeptember 13, 2013
    Strikingly original mazeman (brothless) ramen for lunch, plus a $65 seafood ramen omakase menu at night that sells out in a flash.
  • Bennuworld
    BennuworldJune 25, 2013
    Best ramen we've had in years! Not really traditional-style with the broth (though you can order it with broth), but the flavors are simply delectable!
  • kate s.
    kate shitspatrickAugust 20, 2013
    As a competitive eater, I feel like my eyes have been opened. The tasting menu is incredible...I could eat this for the rest of my life. Five squids out of five!
  • Kayoko M.
    Kayoko MizushimaAugust 11, 2013
    Delicious ramen!!! Yuji ramen will be at this spot indefinite . He's also opening up a restaurant for omakase in Williamsburg (lorimer and ainslie)
  • Mari A.
    Mari AbeJune 30, 2013
    "I didn't like ramen" & "making ramen is like making coffee" are among yuji's many memorable one-liners that will leave you speechless. The omakase is sure to stimulate mind and taste buds.
  • First We Feast
    First We FeastAugust 3, 2014
    It's best known for its mazamen, or brothless noodles, especially the Bacon and Egg Bowl, a play on a carbonara. Read more
  • Ben L.
    Ben LeeApril 26, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    I am all about the bacon and egg mazumen. They take Square for payment. Hit up the snack counter for a Grady's cold brew while you're there.
  • Sujan H.
    Sujan HongSeptember 13, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    nice improvements from smorgasburg. great noodle texture but portions are way too small for the price and they could use bigger bowls. get the combo for $3 more and ask for an extra napkin or two.
  • Nicholas T.
    Nicholas TangAugust 4, 2013
    The food is delicious and half the size I expected for the cost. It should either be a bigger bowl or a few bucks cheaper.
  • Charles M.
    Charles MJuly 7, 2013
    Loved it. Got the daily special, and looking forward to going back again before they're done at Whole Foods.
  • Susumuheart icon on user image
    SusumuDecember 5, 2013
    The place is on the second floor in Whole Foods. They take a credit card by Square.
  • Jonathan B.
    Jonathan BanayanJuly 24, 2013
    The omakase was very well done, the remaining tastings are sold out for the summer. However go anytime and order off the menu.
  • Greg J.
    Greg JApril 23, 2014
    This is not a street-level eatery. It is inside of Whole Foods and on the second floor.
  • timoni w.
    timoni westOctober 25, 2013
    Bacon and egg mazemen was derish but those other tips aren't kidding about the portion sizes being small. Also you have to pay for the barley tea. This is some fancy-ass pricing, folks.
  • Rick V.
    Rick ValenzuelaApril 16, 2014
    Spicy tuna mazeman is not spicy, ask for some chili powder--they take it back from you though since the chef uses it.
  • pauly t.
    pauly tAugust 2, 2013
    Delish! Only open until the end of August. Go now or wait until the Williamsburg location opens in a few months!
  • Chelsea
    ChelseaJuly 11, 2013
    New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends salmon-and-cheese mazemen or bacon-and-egg mazemen for $9 each.
  • Kris C.heart icon on user image
    Kris ConcepcionApril 23, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The bacon and egg ramen is so good that you'll order two.
  • Gerald L.heart icon on user image
    Gerald LamMay 6, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Bacon & egg mazemen will stun you. Deep, profound taste that had me visualizing a higher power.
  • Gerald L.heart icon on user image
    Gerald LamJune 22, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Bacon & Egg mazemen. Challenge anyonr to find a better dish in the city for $10.
  • Helen
    HelenApril 26, 2013
    Portions are tiny. Cute little bowls of ramen if you're into cute > filling. Maybe you're meant to order more to get variety?
  • Mona W.
    Mona WuMarch 31, 2013
    A few a la carte selections are available during the day. Ask what the shoyu ramen of the day is.
  • Priya P.
    Priya ParkerSeptember 28, 2013
    — Rob Patronite and Robin Raisfeld Recommended Dishes Salmon-and-cheese mazemen or bacon-and-egg mazemen, $9.
  • Christy K.
    Christy KuoAugust 13, 2013
    Love this place~ will definitely come back
  • dipti p.
    dipti p.June 4, 2013
    i recommend the miso roasted vegetable ramen...it's vegan.
  • Peter L.
    Peter LadaDecember 26, 2013
    Tasting Menu, new location is 3rd And 3rd Whole Foods. See Facebook
  • Sarah
    SarahOctober 11, 2013
    HOT DAYUM the smoked bacon in the mazemen is utterly divine. Need more now.
  • y c.
    y contentMay 8, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    they ain't playin with those uni & monkfish liver specials. make it happen.
  • Brad D.heart icon on user image
    Brad DulayMarch 23, 2013
    Omakase was amazing. Yuji and his staff couldn't be nicer
  • Gerard C.
    Gerard CrichlowSeptember 12, 2013
    Get the bacon and egg Mazemen with a side of chilled tea
  • Brendan L.
    Brendan LaneJanuary 13, 2014
    Spicy tuna mazemen special w/ egg is awesome.
  • Nikki P.
    Nikki PalumboJuly 23, 2013
    What to get: salmon-and-cheese mazemen or bacon-and-egg mazemen, $9.
  • Cheney T.
    Cheney TsaiApril 18, 2013
    Omakase looked good, Noodles seemed very oily. Cheese with ramen is going to be a hit or miss for some people.
  • Gary T.
    Gary TorielloAugust 15, 2013
    Get the Daily Shoyu Ramen
  • Andrew H.heart icon on user image
    Andrew HogueJune 16, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Get am extra poached egg on your mazen.
  • Gerald L.heart icon on user image
    Gerald LamJuly 7, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    No reason to not come here. Salmon mazeman and bacon mazeman are each superb bites for <$10. Tough - if not near impossible - to pull off in this city.
  • Omer Z.heart icon on user image
    Omer ZachMay 18, 2013
    Tsukemono, pickled market vegetables, is pretty tasty
  • Amanda F.
    Amanda FordJuly 21, 2013
    Can't lose with anything you order
  • Maya B.heart icon on user image
    Maya BruckFebruary 28, 2014
    Bacon and egg mazamen is amazing.
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