Afuri Ramen + Dumpling

🍜3 / 5ramen rating

Service: 5

Atmosphere: 5

“great space to gather with friends and enjoy some good vibes. Their ramen is good but I can tell it was not as authentic as Japanese ramen should be but I still appreciated the food flavors. I was not a big fan of the dumplings. they weren’t memorable at all. The star of the show was the Yuzu Limeade beverage. I would go back just for that drink!”

🍜3 / 5ramen rating

Service: 5

Atmosphere: 5

Vegetarian: Some options

Spend: $20–30

“AFURI was good overall, with a very clear identity centered around yuzu. The yuzu tsukemen had a lot of bright, citrus-forward flavor, but the portion of dipping broth felt a bit small for the noodles. Flavor-wise, it was clean and refreshing, though the yuzu sometimes bordered on overpowering rather than balanced. The ramen itself was well executed, but it felt like it was missing depth or backbone—everything was clean and precise, yet it didn’t quite deliver that lingering, satisfying richness I usually look for. Hard to put a finger on, but it lacked that final “wow” or emotional warmth. On the plus side, the gummy candies were great, and the cocktails really stood out—especially the yuzu and ginger drinks, which were excellent. AFURI really shines for yuzu-focused dishes and gluten-free options, which is a big win. The space is also impressive: huge, airy, and probably one of the largest ramen venues in Brooklyn (if not NYC), with plenty of room and strong potential for events.”