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New Brookfield Eatery Enjoying Success Months After Opening New Brookfield Eatery Enjoying Success Months After Opening
New Brookfield Eatery Enjoying Success Months After Opening Mere months after opening its doors, a new restaurant in Connecticut is already a hit with sushi and ramen lovers.  Since opening in mid-July, Tomo 202, located in the Fairfield County town of Brookfield at 806 Federal Rd., has received plenty of praise for its fresh sushi rolls, ramen, and boba tea.  The eatery is the sister restaurant to Tomo 68 in Naugatuck, Ramen & Bao in Oxford, and Ji Bei Chuan in Orange, all in New Haven County.  Those who stop by the new location can indulge in delicious sushi rolls, sashimi, and tempura, as well as ramen, dumplings, oysters…
Bergen County Restaurant Openings: What's Here, What's Coming Soon Bergen County Restaurant Openings: What's Here, What's Coming Soon
Bergen County Restaurant Openings: What's Here, What's Coming Soon Fall is officially here, and so are several restaurants that opened in the last month in and around Bergen County. Below are some new spots to try, along with some more that are on the way. Crumbl Cookie Media Kit Crumbl Cookies, Paramus: The fast-growing cookie chain the offers over-the-top, innovative cookie creations has opened at Bergen Town Center. D'avant Bakery, Ridgefield: Established in 2016 as a Korean bakery, D'avant's website says it takes pride in craftsmanship, quality, and creativity. It offers pastries, cakes, fresh bread, and more, all infused with "uniquely Asian flavor…
Mineola Eatery Takes Top Spot In Yelp's Ramen Rating Mineola Eatery Takes Top Spot In Yelp's Ramen Rating
Mineola Eatery Takes Top Spot In Yelp's Ramen Rating A Long Island restaurant that opened last year to rave reviews was named the best new ramen spot in the country.  Youta Ramen, located at 58 Old Country Road in Mineola, claimed the top spot on Yelp's best new ramen restaurants for 2024 thanks in part to the chef's dedication and patience in creating authentic Japanese fare.  Rich, 16-hour tonkotsu broth and authentic homemade dishes earned this Long Island ramen hotspot the #1 slot on our 2024 list. Yelp users rave about their standout offerings, including the “rich and savory” black garlic tonkotsu ramen, shoyu truffle rame…
New Carle Place Restaurant Cited For 'Solid' Lunch Specials, 'Reasonable' Prices New Carle Place Restaurant Cited For 'Solid' Lunch Specials, 'Reasonable' Prices
New Carle Place Restaurant Cited For 'Solid' Lunch Specials, 'Reasonable' Prices A new Long Island restaurant that invites diners to “experience the art of ramen” is earning high praise weeks into business. Yayoi Ramen – located in Carle Place at 19 Old Country Road – opened in late June 2024. Its menu boasts over a dozen varieties of ramen, including the Tonkotsu Ramen, made with chashu pork belly, minced pork, fish cake, a half-cooked egg, mushrooms, green onions, and black garlic oil. Diners can also choose from several curry and donburi bowls, as well as stir fry plates, salads, and bento boxes. Dive into a world of gourmet indulgence, where each plate tells a…
New Eatery To Celebrate Opening In Ardsley: '3 Years In Making,' Owner Says New Eatery To Celebrate Opening In Ardsley: '3 Years In Making,' Owner Says
New Eatery To Celebrate Opening In Ardsley: '3 Years In Making,' Owner Says If you're craving something a little more authentic than instant ramen, a soon-to-be-opening Westchester restaurant has you covered.  Ramen Musashi, located at 800 Saw Mill River Rd. in Ardsley, will hold its grand opening celebration on Friday, July 5 at 11 a.m.  The eatery will be Ardsley's first Japanese-owned ramen restaurant, according to co-owners Paul Luce and Hitoshi Miyawaki, a Kyoto-trained ramen chef who curated the business's menu.  Luce said the restaurant has been a long time coming.  "This has actually been almost 3 years in the making," he said, ad…
'Fresh, Hot, Absolutely Filling:' New Long Island Eatery Offers Delicious Eats, Customers Say 'Fresh, Hot, Absolutely Filling:' New Long Island Eatery Offers Delicious Eats, Customers Say
'Fresh, Hot, Absolutely Filling:' New Long Island Eatery Offers Delicious Eats, Customers Say A ramen restaurant on Long Island has opened up its second location, wowing foodies with its fresh bowls and other dishes. Oh! Ramen, located in Levittown at 341 Wantagh Avenue, has already proven to be a welcome addition to the food community, customers on Yelp have determined. Currently, the restaurant has a five-star rating from those who have left reviews. Serving up what one Yelper described as “fresh, hot, and absolutely filling” bowls of ramen, Oh! Ramen offers over a dozen different flavors of the traditional Japanese dish – including black garlic chashu pork belly ramen, veget…
Restaurant Cited For 'Terrific' Food Opens On Long Island Restaurant Cited For 'Terrific' Food Opens On Long Island
Restaurant Cited For 'Terrific' Food Opens On Long Island A highly-anticipated restaurant opened up on Long Island to rave reviews for its authentic Japanese dishes. “This place is such a gem!” Youta Ramen, located at 58 Old Country Road in Mineola, opened in June 2023, with the goal of providing customers with “exceptional service and ensuring that each guest has an unforgettable dining experience.” Over the few months that the shop has been open, it seems to have done exactly that. With authentic Japanese flavors and a plethora of food options, Youta Ramen has impressed diners near and far — with the shop already receiving over 180 five-st…
New Long Island Restaurant 'Hits Almost All The Elements,' Diner Says New Long Island Restaurant 'Hits Almost All The Elements,' Diner Says
New Long Island Restaurant 'Hits Almost All The Elements,' Diner Says A new Japanese restaurant on Long Island appears to be a hit with diners in the months since opening. Ikedo Ramen, located in Carle Place at 19 Old Country Road, held its grand opening in late February 2023. It marked the second Long Island location for the eatery, which touts its authentic Japanese dishes, according to its website. Donning the menu are several appetizers, each accompanied by a homemade sauce. Among them is the Takoyaki, consisting of fried octopus balls topped with Japanese mayo, aonori, and bonito flakes. Diners can also choose from several salads, stir fry, and curry …
'No Ramen, No Life:' Popular Dining Hotspot Opening New Location In DC Community 'No Ramen, No Life:' Popular Dining Hotspot Opening New Location In DC Community
'No Ramen, No Life:' Popular Dining Hotspot Opening New Location In DC Community A tasty new dining experience is making its way to Washington, DC with the opening of a brand new Ramen Bar. JINYA Ramen Bar has announced plans for a new restaurant at the Parks at Walter Reed, set to open in May 2023.  The unique restaurant brings an authentic Pacific taste to customers, with specially aged noodles and delicious broth that is sure to make a diner's mouth water.  "JINYA is ramen culture, where the relationship between broth and noodles is serious but delicious business", stated a JINYA spokesperson.  "From the water we use to prepare our broths – we only u…
Craving Ramen? Noodle Bar Opens 2nd NJ Restaurant Craving Ramen? Noodle Bar Opens 2nd NJ Restaurant
Craving Ramen? Noodle Bar Opens 2nd NJ Restaurant Need a bowl of ramen to warm up your soul? There's a new noodle eatery in Central Jersey. And the restaurant is offering 15 percent off. Kanji Noodle Bar Piscataway's opening special discounts last until Dec. 31, it announced on Facebook. Kanji Noodle Bar will be hosting a grand opening celebration on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 4 p.m.at 1326 Centennial Ave, in Piscataway Town Centre. The restaurant has many other locations nationwide.  This will be its second location, in New Jersey joining Cherry Hill. Kanji Noodle Bar is offering discounted specials through Dec. 31.Facebook/ Kanji Noodle …
'Life Changing' LA Ramen Restaurant Opens In North Jersey 'Life Changing' LA Ramen Restaurant Opens In North Jersey
'Life Changing' LA Ramen Restaurant Opens In North Jersey A nationally-recognized ramen restaurant is opening its first East Coast location in New Jersey. TSUJITA is expected to open in Fort Lee the first week of September. Widely known for tsukemen ramen, a style in which chilled noodles are served separately and dipped into hot broth, the 40-seat restaurant will also be serving up traditional ramen and rice bowls.  Founded in Tokyo in 2003 by chef Takehiro Tsujita, whose technique and attention to detail has made TSUJITA’s restaurant group well-renowned in Japan and California. TSUJITA’s American outposts have been highly acclaimed since 2011…
Popular CT Eatery Offers Unique Way To Shovel Down Its Tasty Offerings Popular CT Eatery Offers Unique Way To Shovel Down Its Tasty Offerings
Popular CT Eatery Offers Unique Way To Shovel Down Its Tasty Offerings A popular Connecticut eatery known for its ramen and seafood dishes is seeing praise for the unique way guests can "shovel" down their meals. Litchfield County restaurant Yoko Kitchen is located at 254 Danbury Road in New Milford. The owners report that the restaurant's menu focuses on a modern interpretation of classic dishes using high-quality ingredients. Some dishes on the menu include lobster rolls, chicken fried rice, curry seafood, yaki ramen, along with a variety of boiled seafood dishes. Find the full menu on the restaurant's website. Some online reviewers have praised the fact t…
Sushi, Ramen Spot That Dusts Gold Flakes Onto Soup Opens In West Orange Sushi, Ramen Spot That Dusts Gold Flakes Onto Soup Opens In West Orange
Sushi, Ramen Spot That Dusts Gold Flakes Onto Soup Opens In West Orange A new Japanese restaurant that prides itself on a "golden" experience has opened in West Orange. Kinya Ramen Sushi Bar is located in the same strip mall as the AMC theater on Prospect Avenue. Kinya, which translates to gold, says its specialty dish is the Golden Kinya Ramen, which is topped with real gold flakes. Gold flakes are also mixed right into the cocktails. "An elegant touch that ties into our name and mission," the restaurant's website says. "To give our foodies a glowing and Golden evening." The menu boasts traditional appetizers like gyoza, spring rolls and tempura; a variety o…
New Restaurant Opens On Long Island New Restaurant Opens On Long Island
New Restaurant Opens On Long Island Craving noodles? A new city-style restaurant has opened its doors on Long Island. Suffolk County-based eShin Noodle Bar had its soft opening earlier this month. The eatery is run by two chefs who previously worked at ramen restaurants in New York City, before making the move to Long Island, according to the restaurant's website.  The restaurant is located at 1113 North Country Road in Stony Brook.  Chef Kai Wang, who co-owns the restaurant with chef Will Cheng, said he previously worked at Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York City. Wang said Cheng previously worked at Eleven Madison P…
Long Island Restaurant Noted For Fresh, Healthy Ingredients Long Island Restaurant Noted For Fresh, Healthy Ingredients
Long Island Restaurant Noted For Fresh, Healthy Ingredients A Long Island ramen and poke bowl restaurant is enjoying positive feedback for its healthy ingredients and vegan options.  Sherry Blossom is in Long Beach at 78 West Park Ave. The owners said on the restaurant's website that their goal is "to use the most healthy products to create the highest quality takeout food imaginable at an affordable price."  In addition to ramen and poke bowls, the menu also includes sushi burritos and bubble tea. The business has received a five-star rating on Yelp from more than 170 reviews. Some Yelpers have mentioned they appreciate Sherr…
Ani Ramen Opens New North Jersey Location With 3 More Coming Soon Ani Ramen Opens New North Jersey Location With 3 More Coming Soon
Ani Ramen Opens New North Jersey Location With 3 More Coming Soon The ramen restaurant taking the area by storm has opened its sixth New Jersey location and has plans for three more. Ani Ramen House recently opened on Walnut Avenue in Cranford. A grand opening will be held on Thursday, Oct. 29 at 4 p.m. The Cranford location will serve Ani Ramen's signature craft ramen featuring exceptional custom-made noodles by Sun Noodle. Click here for the menu. The menu also offers appetizers for sharing such as bao buns, chicken karaage and crispy miso sake chicken wings. Lunch and dinner are served daily at this BYOB dining destination. The restaurant is also pla…
NJ Spot Named Among Best Ramen Restaurants In North America NJ Spot Named Among Best Ramen Restaurants In North America
NJ Spot Named Among Best Ramen Restaurants In North America If you live in Burlington County, you don't have to go far for one of the best bowls of ramen in North America. Rai Rai Ramen in Mount Laurel was crowned the best ramen restaurant in New Jersey on Yelp's list of "Best Ramen in Every State and Canada Offering Takeout." "We’re ladling out the top spots in North America to order a bowl of takeout ramen just in time for the cooler months ahead," the website said.  "From shoyu to spicy miso, you’ll want to bookmark your way through this round up. 🍜." The South Church Street restaurant got 4.5 stars on Yelp. Customers seem to love the…
Edgewater Restaurant Dishes Up Best Ramen In America Edgewater Restaurant Dishes Up Best Ramen In America
Edgewater Restaurant Dishes Up Best Ramen In America Spoiler alert: You don't have to travel across the world to get good ramen.  You don't even have to travel across the country -- the best is right here in Edgewater, according to Thrillist.  The travel and entertainment website released a list of best ramen restaurants in America, and among them is Santouka. The eatery, located inside of Japanese grocer Mitsuwa Marketplace, but has locations in California, Chicago, Seattle, Honolulu, Boston and Dallas. The locale was chosen by Chef Mutsuko Soma, a noodle chef in Seattle who was named one of Food & Wine’s Best New C…
Good Hope Dumpling & Ramen House A Hidden Gem In Norwalk Good Hope Dumpling & Ramen House A Hidden Gem In Norwalk
Good Hope Dumpling & Ramen House A Hidden Gem In Norwalk If you’re looking for an authentic Asian eatery with plenty of ramen and Szechuan options, look no further — Good Hope Dumpling & Ramen House is the hidden gem you’ve been waiting for. Located at 172 Main Street in Norwalk, Good Hope delivers quality and authenticity with each and every bite. On the menu, you’ll find hand made dumplings, ramen, pho and other salads and traditional options. Good Hope has earned a solid 4.5/5 star rating on Yelp. Guests are quick to note the quality and range of ingredients as well as the overall authenticity of the cuisine. “Wow! Great find in Norwalk,…
New Westport Asian Restaurant Specializes In Barbecue New Westport Asian Restaurant Specializes In Barbecue
New Westport Asian Restaurant Specializes In Barbecue Looking for a meal that’s the perfect blend of barbecue and Asian cuisine? Wafu Asian Bistro, owned and operated by Elaine and Simon Chen, has it all. The couple, who emigrated from southern China to Manhattan more than two decades ago in 1997, has spent years honing their culinary craft. With a location with the same name in the Southport section of Fairfield, they’ve decided to expand and bring their authentic offerings to Westport residents. Wafu Asian Bistro, located at 34 Elm Street, is open seven days a week. From Korean BBQ and ramen to poke bowls, dumplings and seafood, fans of worl…
Ramen Restaurant To Open Inside Paramus H-Mart Ramen Restaurant To Open Inside Paramus H-Mart
Ramen Restaurant To Open Inside Paramus H-Mart A ramen noodle restaurant will be opening its third location inside the Paramus H-Mart sometime this month, according to its website. Big Bowls Little Plates -- with locations in Rutherford and Secaucus -- describes itself as a fast-casual, Asian-fusion noodle house with a Ramen concept. The eatery has both meat and veggie broths, along with some traditional and non-traditional plays on the classic noodle dish.  An exact opening date has not yet been scheduled.
Japanese Restaurant Tojo's Kitchen Opens In Garden State Plaza Japanese Restaurant Tojo's Kitchen Opens In Garden State Plaza
Japanese Restaurant Tojo's Kitchen Opens In Garden State Plaza Shoppers at Westfield's Garden State Plaza have another dining option on the restaurant scene. Tojo's Kitchen has opened on the first floor of the mall near the Neiman Marcus entrance. The Japanese restaurant specializes in ramen, rice burgers, tacos, bento boxes and "small bites" including, pork buns, spring rolls, gyoza and more. Tojo's Kitchen has been featured at New York food festivals and venues such as the Queens Night Market, Japanese Fes., LSC After Dark and more. CLICK HERE for exact location.