Taishoken NYC - Ramen and Dipping Ramen Bar

🍜5 / 5ramen rating

Service: 5

Atmosphere: 5

Vegetarian: Some options

Spend: $20–30

“Taishoken was a really solid experience. The first thing I noticed was the broth temperature. It came out lukewarm, which caught me off guard at first. After a few bites, it was clear that it is intentional. Everyone at the table had the same experience. The lower temperature actually lets you taste the broth more clearly. It feels more concentrated and layered instead of just hot and salty. The chashu was high quality. Thick slices, tender texture, and a great fat to meat balance. It tasted clean and well prepared. As a group, we all loved the appetizers. The calamari with the ginger chili sauce was the table favorite. That sauce is addictive. Bright ginger, a little heat, and just enough sweetness. We kept dipping everything in it. The karaage was excellent too. Crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and well seasoned. They gave us a large booth that comfortably fit six to eight people, which made it great for a group dinner. The waitresses and the store manager were really kind and attentive throughout the night. Overall, very flavorful and clearly intentional in execution. I would definitely go back. @norryshio @dannywu @chewyaki @kevin”