TONCHIN NEW YORK

The food was very delicious. The service was phenomenal. We had a reservation and were seated promptly. Our server was very friendly and gave some great recommendations. I found the starters were so good, especially the cucumber. I also liked their ume rice ball. The ban ban kinoko ramen was a bit spicy for me but thats just my tolerance. Save room for dessert. I especially liked the signature Tokyo banana. Ive been here a few times now and each time the experience has been fantastic. I really like this restaurant and will continue to return.

Excellent Ramen that was served super hot during a cold winter day. We had the classic Tokyo Tonkotsu and Spicy Tan Tan.The edamame that we got as an appetizer was very unique with plum and red shiso flavors.Tokyo Banana was a little underwhelming. Too much whipped cream and too sweet which is usually not the case with Japanese desserts.

Tonchin is a Japanese Ramen Restaurant. I came here for lunch. We made a reservation. We got seated when we got there. It was a little booth but it was very comfortable. The staff was very pleasant through our meal. It was pretty much packed but we were still able to hear each other talk. We order appetizers the fried chicken wings. Very tasty, a little sweet and crisy. 6 pieces perfect for 3 people. Next was the Tonchin Classic Noodle Bowl which was delicious. It really hit the spot for a soup. The taste was a little sweet, spicy and salty. The ramen was perfect not too hard or soggy. It also had 4 pieces of thin slice pork, 2 pieces of menma (bamboo shoots) half an egg, a piece of sea weed and scallions on the top. The last thing we got was the Mango Kaki-Gori shaved ice. It was huge, cold and delicious. It was too big for the three of us, we only finish like half. They put mango inside the middle of the ice, added more ice to make a big ball drizzle mango sauce on top. Then top in Tonchin honey cream and mint leaf to top it off. It was a wonderful experience. I would definitely come back or try the other Tonchin in the city.

We always have ramen both in HK (we r from Hong Kong) and Japan (the most common destination for HK people). We tried dozens of different ramen and I have to say this ramen is a bit of a disappointment. We tried the classic ramen and the dipping noodle. The soup is nice, not oily, not too salty and with nice aroma. However, the texture of both type of noodles is a bit weird. The noodle in classic ramen is a bit soft, slightly like Asian instant noodles. For the dipping noodle, it is too hard and it cannot hold the soup. The appetizer is nice, but a bit over adapted to American style. Slightly too heavy in taste. For this price they charge, I think they can do better.

Got a table with an hour wait in the evening, went to a bar nearby for a drink, note they only hold your table for 5 mins when it is ready, so don’t stray too far.We went for the chicken wings and gyoza to start. Chicken wings were deeeeelicous, I could have just eaten those over and over. The gyoza comes sizzling, so don’t jump right in, the flavour pops from them, well worth the wait for them to cool down.We finished off with the classic tonkotsu, which was deep in flavour, the in house made noodles are perfect!Great value for money, can see why this has a bib gourmand!

We have been here before but at that time it’s very busy and hype since i saw lots of reviews online. But this time is lucky for us that we got the seat after we walked in. I really love the decor. It’s different from other ramen place. They decorate like contemporary Japanese style. (That made me confused when I find the entrance door to get in lol). The staff is really nice and helpful to introduce us the menu. We decided to order their spicy wings, potatoes salad, classic ramen and spicy ramen.The appetizer tasted good. I love how they fried the wing perfectly and seasoned it well. The potato salad is Japanese home cooked style which i like it. For the ramen the broth is so good flavorful. The noodles are well cooked Al dente. me and my boyfriend really love it. At the end the highlight we come here is Kaki Gori which is Japanese style shaped ice. That made our meal course completely perfect.

We like it here ! Ramen and all other side dishes tastes very nice. And since half of our group are vegetarian l, we are very happy that we can have nearly the same menu.Service is very friendly too.

Walked in around 330 pm on a Tuesday and managed to get a spot for 2 at the bar (the community table was also available). It was interesting to note that they’ve been given a Michelin recommendation for the last few years in a row.They had happy hour offerings available, but we didn’t order any drinks. They didn’t have any physical menus and no wifi - this gets tricky for those visiting New York from outside the country!We ordered 1 ramen and 1 cold noodle dish.The ramen has a bit of a kick, and it’s really tasty. It contains cashews, which is not something one encounters frequently in ramen. It brought some nice crunch and texture to the dish. It would’ve been nice if they gave a whole egg in the dish instead of just half though. The cold noodles were better than the ramen imo. They are saucy and creamy and the toppings are just right!Would recommend going here to enjoy the food.

I think the food was pretty good but the place is a bit overhyped. The appetizers we ordered, the gyozas and the dumplings were both excellent. Flavorful peppers and juicy gyozas. However, the ramens were just ok. I didnt love the smoked dashi I ordered, and while the tonkatsu was better, it was far from the best and there are plenty of better options in NYC. Also didnt love that they were really trying to get us to leave after we were done with our noodles.

Ramen was delicious- the pork melted in your mouth, broth was very flavorful, noodles yummy, and the egg perfectly cooked. We also got the gyoza which was very good. Definitely recommend this place!

1. Chashu OnigiriThe seaweed lacked crispiness, and the overall presentation was underwhelming, even compared to mass-produced options. The quality fell significantly short of expectations.2. Tonkotsu RamenThis was the most disappointing ramen I’ve had in 2024. The noodles were overly thick and overcooked, resembling convenience store ramen at best. I haven’t been this let down in a long time. It’s truly baffling how this place received a Michelin star. If this is the standard for ramen tastes in america, I’m even more disappointed.

Tonchin is a delight. Loved everything we ordered (rice balls, wing and the classic ramen). The chicken was so crispy and flavorful without being heavy or greasy. The ramen was outstanding. The service was great and we enjoyed so much our last evening in NY.

My initial impression was, really do I have to wait for an hour for 1p? Then, I had my name down as I am really craving for a good Ramen since there have so many Michelin awards years after years! Great service by the bar man, I had the chicken wings and classic ramen, they both are excellent! Far above my expectations, wings have the spicy heat but you can still taste the sweet and saltiness at the same time! The Ramen was perfectly cooked, the soup base was amazing not overly spicy as well but you can taste either the heat from the ginger or white pepper! The prices are very reasonable, I can see why they are getting the awards! Forgot to mention, the sakes are good too!Another must try!

Great vegetarian ramen available with one of the best broths I’ve tried in the city. Nice for a quick ramen fix at the bar or a date night. Extra points for dark moody lighting, love coming here.

Ok. First time here so Ill break down our experience with the food we ordered. Experience may vary from person to person.Original Maguro - Great idea. Too salty.Gyoza - too bland without the dipping sauce + only 5 pieces.Tonketsu ramen- broth - good- bamboo - good- chashu - good- egg - good- noodles - okSmoked Dashi- broth - ok- clams - ok- noodles - ok- egg - goodTokyo Banana - pretty goodKaki-Gori - coffee - very fun idea for shaved ice and good presentation. Might be a little difficult to eat for one person and will start falling apart if not scooped carefully from top to bottom.Overall it was a mixed experience for us. I guess for such a highly rated place, tough to get seats, high prices, and Michelin rated, we mightve had too high expectations for Tonchin.For those going to Tonchin, id just stick with their Tonketsu ramen, regular or spicy, and one of their dessert items. I may or may not come back in the futureFor an updated review if my experience changes later on.

The classic ramen here is probably one of the best Ive ever had. The broth packs a punch of umami. The noodles taste fresh and have a bite to them. The pork is thin and tender. A bowl is more than enough to leave you feeling full, which was a shame because their desserts looked amazing.Like most places in New York, its small and that contributes to a lot of noise.

Tonchin is a must visit for ramen lovers and people looking for a nice and easy meal. The ramen is exceptional and tastes exactly like it would back in Japan, featuring a rich and flavorful broth along with perfectly textured noodles. I personally went for the classic tonkotsu ramen and enjoyed the chashu pork, although it tasted completely different to what I expected. (still good, though)In addition, there is a wide selection of appetizers to choose from ranging from rice balls (onigiri) to classics like gyoza. However, I do recommend maybe just ordering 1 or 2 appetizers as the ramen will fill you up pretty good. In terms of drinks, there is a wide variety of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks straight from the bar.If you are planning on visiting Tonchin during lunch hours (12-2pm ish), I strongly recommend you make a reservation a few days in advance so you can skip the long wait times and enjoy your meal in a nice, quick and easy fashion. Personally, we did not make a reservation and showed up at around 12:30 on a Saturday, consequently resulting in a 1 hour wait time. If you decide to walk in, you will be seated either at the bar seating (tabletop/counter) or the main dining seating,(tables) depending on the amount of people and whichever is fastest, really.Moreover, the staff are really friendly and will assist you in a swift, but kind manner. The service is really quick and you’ll be in and out within 20 minutes. (excluding wait time, if any)Overall, an amazing casual restaurant that is 100% worth the wait and money. Like the website states, this might well be the best ramen in NYC. Pure gem of a place right here, highly recommend.

There for lunch time, got Unagi Riceball and Smoked DashiUnagi Riceball with hint of ginger is refreshing, it was delicious and the star of the show is the ramen.Smoked dashi gives texture to the broth and deep smoke flavor, the noodles is perfectly cooked and the menma is especially great, it absorbed all of the flavor. Cant wait to try the other ramen!I especially enjoyed the last of the broth as I clean the bowl because it had ikura in it falling from the top, worth the price point because how satisfying it is

I recently visited Tonchin NYC and had a fantastic dining experience. I was able to get a seat at the bar, which added a cozy and vibrant touch to my meal. The ramen was outstanding—truly the best Ive ever had. The broth was rich and flavorful, the noodles were perfectly cooked, and the toppings were fresh and well-balanced.The service was equally impressive. The staff were attentive, friendly, and ensured that my dining experience was smooth and enjoyable.Overall, Tonchin NYC excels in both food and service, making it a must-visit for ramen lovers.

Got the japanese 75, edamame, cucumber, shishito, unagi rice ball, and the tonchin classic tokyo tonkotsu. Everything was delicious. The ramen noodles itself had the perfect level of hard chewyness. However, I personally found the broth to be lacking dimension and I didn’t like the ‘stuck in your teeth’ texture of the menma. In addition, the chashu was good but I personally prefer a classic thicker slightly burnt cut.On to the service, we still had to wait about 10 minutes for a table despite having a reservation. The staff is very informative and are great at answering any questions. One disappointing point of the night was when our waiter told us that it was last call and asked if we wanted anything to drink. This lead us to think that just the bar was closing and we couldn’t get kaki gori later on when we tried to order it. Also there’s no physical menus! However if I’m ever in the city again, I would certainly come back here.

The atmosphere is nice ( but loud), the staff were all very nice. We didn’t have a reservation but were still able to be seated in 10 minutes. However the food was lacking flavor. We ordered two different types of ramen, I ordered the vegan one, the broth lacked flavor, overcooked veggies. My boyfriend ordered a spicy one with meat. He got 2 extremely thin slices of meat and his broth lacked flavor as well. We ended up not even finishing our food. We left our bowls and ended up going out to find another place to eat because this place was lacking. We wanted to love it, had high hopes but won’t go back here. The stars I’m giving is for the great staff and interior, but food needs work.

First off the people working here are super kind and awesome, but the three stars are for the ramen which didnt quite meet expectations for a Michelin bib.I tried the smoked dashi ramen and the broth was a bit too salty, oily, and grainy. The noodles were average. The egg was good- no complaints. Did not live up to the hype!The matcha shaved ice was great- a tad sweet but still enjoyable. Loved the honey cream.

I heard that Tonchin is difficult to get walk-ins for, so I was really excited to get a reservation here. There was a long line of walk-ins when we arrived for our 12pm reservation. The restaurant has a cool modern vibe and good service. Overall there were some things I liked, but nothing was particularly memorable.The kimchi mushroom ($8) was meh and not worth the cost. It was very small, cold, and sour -- just hard strips of oyster mushroom in a chili oil/vinegar flavor. I didnt taste the kimchi flavor.The original maguro ($27) was very good. Lots of great flavors and textures, and everything was cut to the same size. I enjoyed the crunchy bits.The tebasaki ($18 for 6 pieces) had quite big and tender wings. The drumettes had more flavor and sauciness. This wasnt a must-get, but it was decent.The smoked dashi ramen ($22) definitely lived up to its name. It was a rich but not overly heavy pork broth with smoked dashi liquid on top. It was good but not amazing. I didnt love that the bamboo was in a big chunk, which made it hard to eat. The noodles are nothing special. I felt similarly about the tonkotsu ramen.I got the aka drink ($18) which was pretty good -- very floral and good sweetness. It wasnt that big, though -- it had a giant ice block in it.Overall the restaurant has a nice vibe and the food is quick to come out, but nothing would make me come back. The maguro was definitely the highlight.

I was surprised by the thickness and flavorful broth with @tonchinus ramen. The top ramen I’ve had in NYC in a while. Very friendly service as well. I wish the shaved ice could be smaller with a more friendly price so I could’ve tried some!

Best ramen I have had in NYC! In love with the place and the food! Make a reservation before you go!

I got lectured because I was drinking the broth of my dipping noodles and I cant do that according to the waitress. I was merely *dipping my noodles* and she had some weird authoritarian voice. Anyway.Drinks were good, food was good. Nothing that I will particularly remember as being one of a kind.The restaurant is very loud, the acoustics are bad. On a rainy Tuesday night the dB was higher than >=80.

Tonchin new york is a MUST try ramen place in Manhattan. I ordered Spicy Tan Tan with extra sides of chashu. The broth is creamy and spicy, tastes delicious. Hands down this is one of the top 3 ramen i ever tried.

Amazing food! our favorite was the curry wings, miso ginger ramen and the shiitake kimchi ❤️

The mango shaved ice is amazing and I would go back just for it alone. The ramen was pretty standard for good ramen. Flavor was rich, but the pork was sliced super thin and the menma /bamboo was not tender and fibrous/woody. We went without reservations at an off peak hour and were seated quickly.

Great place to bring friends and family for ramen and other Japanese based menus experience near empire state building.

We went to Tonchin on a Sunday night. The wait was around 40 mins. The service is great along with the food. I ordered the classic tonkotsu ramen. Overall, the ramen was amazing. The chashu stood out as it was very tender and not super fatty with a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be returning as a regular customer.

We absolutely loved the food here. Stumbled upon this place by chance and had no idea that this was an ex-Michelin restaurant, not that it would have mattered. Anyway, loved the food, ambience and service. The Tokyo ramen and the shaved ice mango desert were really good. Will definitely visit again

10/10 - the best ramen I’ve had in a while. I got the traditional ramen and added the homemade spicy oil, soft boiled egg and corn.

An amazing experience from beginning to end. We made a reservation and it was very busy on a Saturday night but only had to wait about 10 minutes for our table. The drinks we ordered were very good, I was a big fan of the mezcal and the whisky highball. The fried fish buns were absolutely delicious, I would have been happy just eating those. I ordered the classic Tokyo tonkotsu, and my wife the spicy tan tan. It was amazing! The broth was one of the best and most flavorful I have had. Everyone in our group said how good it was and we would all love to go back. Definitely recommend it!

Super disappointed. I ordered a margarita, and what I received was essentially an ice cube with a tiny sip of margarita for $18! The ramen was okay, but honestly, nothing special. I wouldn’t recommend spending your money on cocktails here. On the bright side, the service was good—I can’t complain about that.

They serve tsukemen, which is great, but it wasnt as good as the tsukemen I had in Japan due to temperature.My favorite aspect of the tsukemen in Japan is that the broth was very hot and the noodles were chilled. So when you dipped the noodles in the ramen you got a perfect temperature to put in your mouth, but the broth was a little hot still so you could taste it more than usual. The tsukemen which Tonchin offers has warm broth, not hot, and the noodles arent chilled. So it misses out on what makes tsukemen so great.I had the chashu roll (pictured) which was decent. It was nice that it wasnt wrapped when given to me.

This is a must go place if you like ramen. Very popular and already crowded after 30min of opening. The ramen broth had a lot of taste and the korean chicken packed of flavours. I would definately visit Tonchin again. It really deserve the Bib Gourmand from Michelin.

We went on the 8th and the food was so good we made a reservation for the next day to come back again! I got the spicy tan tan, my husband got the vegan option. Both were DELICIOUS! The broth of the spicy tan tan had me seeing god. It brought a tear to my eye. They do a lunch combo that is a good value. We did the salad one day and a mushroom bun the other. The buns were so good but the standout to me between the two was the salad because the dressing was so good. The shaved ice was amazing for dessert! We got the mango both times because why mess with a good thing although the matcha one looked amazing when we saw someone else order it. They even wrote happy birthday in chocolate for my husband on the plate and put a little candle which was so cute and nice!!Our server was super nice and on top of everything! We had the same person both days which is a treat!I would return, and will as soon as I am in the city again. It took all my willpower to not buy one of the super cute 6th anniversary shirts or hoodies while we were there.Go, bring friends, it’s amazing.

Did a walk in about 4 pm on a Saturday and we were lucky to only have to wait for 30 mins. Sadly we didn’t get a table just at the bar but nuance wasn’t even bad. The chicken wings is to die for. I got the smoked ramen but it was aight. My bf got the classic and the broth was awesome just the perfect amount of flavor. Drink was reasonably priced, the grapefruit mock tail and the matcha lemonade is refreshing. Lastly dessert was the highlight it was a mango shaved ice with some cream on top that was so huge but it was sooo good. Service was quick and ambiance is casual but contemporary or jazzy, a perfect place to go if u wanna impress ur date, friends or fam not to mention it was Michelin for 3 years straight

The first thing you need to know is you should have a reservation or plan to wait. When I showed up for our reservation the host was so overwhelmed by walk-ins he forgot who I was between me checking in and tapping on the window to have my guests join me inside.First impressions aside the space is beautifully designed with the kitchen at the rear of the space but open to the dining room so you can see all the action.The menu is slightly different from a typical ramen joint as one of their unique offerings is “rice balls” each being served slightly differently.The shishito peppers are a small but mighty serving. While you only get 10 they pack a flavored seasoning that makes them a solid choice.The gyoza are also unique here as they are served in a hot cast iron pan and a starch broth is poured over them table side making for a nice sizzling platter. Unlike traditional gyoza there are not stuck together but more individual dumplings. They don’t need the chili sauce but you do you.There are three different styles of ramen dry mazemen noodles, dipping noodles, and classic ramen noodles. We tried the Ban Ban Kinoko, the smoky dashi ramen, and the classic tonkatsu.All were delicious. The smoky dashi was super earthy and rich with a slight slickness on the surface of the broth. The noodles had just the right bite and there were at least a dozen clams in the soup.We did not order the shaved ice dessert but it is huge and quite popular.All in all, I was very impressed and will come back to try a few different items. Of course, I will be making a reservation as no one should ever wait 2hrs to eat.

Lunch special for $24 considering the ramen and a side while not a steal is still good.The staff is attentive and kind, which is rare for a place this busy.The ramen is good its not going to blow your mind if you have been to Japan or eaten other places. If you have not then it probably will.Worth going a little out of the way for a reasonably priced lunch or dinner.

Got here right before closing. There was a line, but I managed to get a seat at the bar. Busy, hip atmosphere. Had the Kimchi Mushrooms and Tan Tan Ramen. Mushrooms were sweet and spicy with a firm texture. Delightful. The ramen was a classic Tonkotso broth with a generous bit of spice added. The noodles were thin with a firm texture.Delicious! One the the best ramen in NYC. Might be my new go to. Prices were also good for NYC.Definitely recommend it.

I visited Tonchin yesterday with my friends, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience! The food was absolutely delicious—each dish was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. I particularly enjoyed the Tonchin classic Tokyo , which was cooked to perfection.The service was equally impressive. Picha was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. She was knowledgeable about the menu and offered great recommendations.Overall, I highly recommend Tonchin for anyone looking for a wonderful dining experience. I can’t wait to return!

Let me start with the fact that this is honestly the best bowl of ramen Ive ever had. The smoked dashi ramen was rich and flavourful, but also somehow not overwhelming due to the alfalfa sprouts and tobikko garnish. Everything just paired perfectly. 10/10 for ramen and service, would go back if I visit the city again.

Loved our experience at Tonchin. They were able to accommodate a large reservation, which was a huge plus. Service was great. We ordered the tabesaki, tsukune buns, chasu rice ball, smoked dashi ramen, Tokyo classic ramen, and spicy goma tsukemen. Everything was delicious! Each broth had a rich and distinct flavor. Highly recommend!!!

This place has a cool, unique vibe. The lighting and design make it cozy and intimate. I took my girlfriend here for lunch and our server Seer was a superstar. They recommended some popular dishes and appetizers while explaining in detail why. We ended up getting the fish buns which has a unique flavoring that coats the palate with a cohesive blend that exceeds expectations. Then for our main we ordered the classic Tokyo Tonkatsu ramen. The savory pork broth was terrific and definitely satisfying on the ramen tier. I highly recommend because this is a place with superior service and top notch food. 10/10

Everything we had was incredible. Out of all the restaurants on our itinerary this was by far the best meal of our trip!Tonkotsu ramen - 5/5Chicken wings - 5/5Spicy tan tan - 4/5COFFEE SHAVED ICE - 10000/10Service was friendly and very helpful!

The interior and atmosphere was very cool and modern. I especially loved the lighting of the restaurant! The food was delicious and authentic, although I did expect the tsukemen to taste a bit more special.

This was a place my friend from Japan wanted to try out, and I can never turn down noodles so i tagged along.We made a reservation for 11:30 on a Monday, and the restaurant filled up pretty quickly even for a weekday afternoon. The restaurant itself was simple but homey, with an open kitchen at the back so you can see the chefs cooking. It was pretty chilly though, so make sure to bring a jacket!I did the lunch set with a tsukune bun and original tsukemen. The bun was delicious! I’ve had baos before, but the coleslaw meshed really well with the meat and teriyaki sauce. The tsukemen was good too! The broth was just right (I saw reviews that their ramen broth was on the saltier side so I chose the tsukemen to be safe), and I was surprised by just how much noodles they piled on. The fact that a jammy egg was included was a great plus too!The yuzu margarita was refreshing and tart. The black salt on the rim was a nice touch, and the drink balanced out the meal nicely.All in all, I would definitely like to come back again! I wanna give their shaved ice a try, when I’m properly armed with a jacket lol

Tsukune buns look and taste great. Gyoza is above average. I like the classic Tonkotsu ramen. It’s simple but great. Atmosphere here is perfect.

Mixed opinions of Tonchin. I like it, but to me, it is not the most amazing ramen place. The pork is a touch too salty and I never feel inclined to drink all of the broth in the tonkotsu ramen.That is a different story, however, with the tsukemen dipping ramen. Ask for bone broth at the end of the meal to mix into the dipping broth to create the tastiest, most savoury broth youve ever had.The rice ball appetizers are also incredible.

The handmade noodle is so good, as well as their soup. The coffee shaved Ice is surprisingly good. Fresh cream on top, strong flavor of coffee ice layered on top of vanilla ice cream.Will be back again.

Vegan ramen was okay; very salty and not many toppings😕 i would come back if they added tofu and more veggies to their ramen

The gyoza were delicious. They come in a (very) hot iron pan into which the server pours some liquid which makes it sizzle. The small Japanese boy behind us asked (in Japanese), Whats that? The tan tan ramen is fairly spicy but good said my spice tolerant son who was red and sweating. The classic is excellent. The mango dessert is huge and a great cool off. Also messy. But definitely get to the middle as there are pieces of mango in the center. Tonchin deserves the great ratings.

Not worth the hype and michelin star! The broth is better than average but not superb, the noodle is weirdly thick like Shin ramen instant noodle and I have eaten all sorts of ramen in Japan. The soup does not hang on the noodle (as a ramen connoisseur you know what I mean). Charsiu tasted more like ham, bamboo shoot was tough. The dashi stock was pretty good. Service was suboptimal. Music was way too loud and people yell to talk to their friends, it was way too loud overall. It was overpriced for the overall experience, I dont recommend.

Definitely get reservations for this place if you want a table and don’t want to line up. They open promptly at 12pm and there’s usually a lot of people already outside 30 mins before.It’s got a cool bar with some complex cocktails, the Pandan White Negroni was my personal favourite.The gyozas are absolutely delicious and remind me of little baos. Their broth is thick and flavourful, and the noodles were well made. The Spicy Tan Tan ramen has a chilli flavour to it, but it’s not too spicy - in case you are thinking about it but are worried about the kick.Overall, this place is well run and the food is delicious. Definitely come check it out when you get a chance.

Yep! I dont need to flex. Just trust me when I say Im a Ramen aficionado. A good ramen will hit you right on the first sip. This one did! Very deceptive simple presentation. But the proof is on the first sip. Good job guys!

Such a gem in the middle of busy neighborhood. I visited during one of weekday lunch times, when they serve special lunch combos. You can pick a small snack, such as a bun or a rice ball, on top of a main noodle entrees. I would recommend visiting weekday lunch time as well, so you can take a sneak peek at their dish outside of ramens. For my snack, I chose mushroom tempura bun, covered with loads of scallions. They were all big in portion, and fun to look at.For my entree, I went for their Classic Tokyo Tonkotsu ramen, which seems to be their staple choice. Firstly, my eyes were drawn into the unique look of its roasted chashu porks; They looked almost like thinly-sliced fine prosciutto, and they were extremely soft like lightly broiled meat. Unlike thick, overcooked chashu pork slices with a strong flavor at some other places, theirs worked together well with the main broth, just like how noodles did in ramen.Their thick Tonkotsu broth was so shiny that I could almost see the reflection of the room; It rally looked nice with the lighting. Maybe because I havent had the ramen for long time, this was one special experience with each ingredient doing its best job. I would definetely come back and try their Smoked Dashi Ramen next.

Nice restaurant with several vegan and vegetarian options. High priced but ambience and service are great. They state where there could be cross contamination (which can be a turn off although i appreciate their honesty). if you like ramen, this would be the place for a fun dinner!

The spicy curry wings are so delicious, ban ban chicken and tonkatsu ramen were super good too!

Incredible hand rolls (rice balls)! Tonchin offers weekly lunch specials which includes an appetizer with the ramen. I got a unagi eel rice ball and the classic ramen. I was most impressed by the rice ball, which had a generous amount of eel and tasted delicious! The classic tonkatsu ramen is also a great choice. The service was pretty fast, though it gets really busy the moment it opens. We got seated in a booth. Would recommend checking out!

Food overall was good as usual. Thought the thickness of the meat for the ramen is missing a fraction of a millimeter every time I come back. Thinner than deli meat.The fish bao needed to be more crispy. It was a big soft. Quality control neededOtherwise everything was ok.I stop by a few times a year. Was a frequent customer and recommended many of my friends and clients to visit here.I know bartenders are not waiters. I don’t know how you categorize your staff. But I was nearly done with my meal and my drank then came. Other people seems to have gotten them in a timely matter. Somehow your staffs forgot there are other people at the bar table?Customer service, ehh , has declined

Probably the best Ramen Ive ever had. They earned their Michelin stars for a reason, and it shows in every single dish. The balance of each and every broth combined with the fresh ingredients keep the broth breathtakingly rich yet light. My only regret is that I could not fit another bowl in my stomach. Absolutely worth a visit and any kind of wait.

A former Michelin Ramen place. Nice vibe, nice staff, crazy wait 1hr+ (if no reservation)Food: the soup is on the salty side (that’s same as Japan), the noodles is not as firm as I like (the noodles I like is more chewy) The pork is pretty good and the chicken wings are legit.I would avoid the mango ice, not the real thing.Overall, I think it’s overrated because of the food. (I’m comparing it to the top ramen places in Japan!

Food is as good as last time. However the waiter keeps checking us in a frequency that almost feels like she wants us to rush up and finish the food so she could clean the table to serve more people. She checked three to four times even when we still had food on our plates. This is my second time visiting and its not a nice experience. Foods are great as always though.

The service is really good. It’s better to reserve ahead cuz it’s really busy. Dipping noodles are excellent. Noodles are chewy and not overly cooked. The dipping sauce tastes as a mix of tonkatsu and soy sauce. It also served with a piece of lemon where you can makes the sauce lighter, entirely different taste

Stopped by here pretty randomly. But was pleasantly surprised to find out many Michelin ratings they had. The wait was about 20 minutes on a Sunday in the middle of the day. The Ramen was amazing, portion of the content inside was a little bit on the lower end I would say, which means you can definitely get a little appetizer and not need a midwife to leave the building.Overall, it’s worth the wait and the Michelin nominations don’t lie.

Popular lunch spot with classic and delicious ramen options

Just delicious! Definitely a must eat place!My husband and I really enjoyed the great look of the meals coming along with the amazing taste from appetizers to main course and dessert. You can just feel that it is made with love.Also the service was very nice and caretaking.I would rate with more then 5 stars if I had the possibility!

A THOUSAND TIMES YES!Seriously, this has to be on the top three on my list of best ramen shops in the world (#1 being Ichiran in Tokyo simply due to novelty and flavor).A friend of mine highly recommended this place to me and while I wasnt fortunate enough to come to the actual location during my trip, I did order it via DoorDash and had it delivered to my room.Whenever I order soup via food delivery options, I never really enjoy it because I love hot temperatures for my soup and its never the same. Luckily I was in a hotel room that actually had a microwave so when this bad boy was heated up it was absolute perfection.The edamame was perfectly seasoned and I love how it even came out with a little how-to sheet.Overall, I would definitely recommend trying out the tonkotsu ramen and I certainly plan on dining in on my next trip to NYC.

Beautiful decor, excellent service, high quality food.The ground chicken/pork buns were delicious, despite the different presentation the meet was juicy, well seasoned and fresh.Both ramen were delicious and big enough portions.

Food was hit or miss, the mango dessert was great but ramen char Sui was very thin. Waitress was very helpful with menu recommendations and checking if food was good but was unlucky with server this evening as she had a finger in our ramen.

Great Michelin star restaurant. Went here few times with friends, and had birthday party. Tried different ramen every time I visit. The soup is very thick and had deep taste. It is little salty when it gets cold. The noodle was also good, and chashu was very tender and soft. The side dishes goes well with the ramen. The mood of the interior is very modern and the servers are very nice. It is little hard ti get seated unless the reservation. Great place to eat!

As our 2nd visit here since 2019, consistent flavors, wonderful service and easy instructions for assembly. Had their take-out Spicy Tan Tan Ramen and they came out great at our hotel (including my very own plating as you can see)! It was flavorful, savory and rich and lives up to its reputation. Highly recommend it!

Great ramen spot in midtown with lots of energy. The appetizers are refreshing, buns toasted just right, and the hero if the show ramen is just the right texture. It’s not the best ramen in town, but you can’t go wrong here. Perfect for a casual date or with a small group of friends. The black bibs are a nice touch!

Best ramen weve had in our lives. We also ordered rice balls, chicken buns and shishito peppers. It was all incredible, even the cocktails. Service was great, everyone was very polite and attentive. Despite the place being packed and noisy, the atmosphere was nice.

Underwhelming. One nori, paper thin pork, and half egg? Cost savings on fundamental dish elements is disappointing.For a restaurant claiming Tokyo associations, its not doing a very good job. Ramen was lackluster overall.Below is an image of Tonchin, left, and Tokyo ramen from local restaurant, right.I will say, the buns were delicious and well crafted.The host was also attentive and accommodating,

Love the food! 10/10Just be aware of the lack of organization for the line. The restaurant opened at 12:30PM on the day I visited. I went there at 11:50AM and there were a long line. Everyone was waiting peacefully. When it was at 12:40, the staff asked people to move in the opposite direction and people started to rush and cut in line. My friend and I confronted the coupon who sneaked in the line but they were so rude.

This place is definitely great. My boyfriend and I ordered two Ramen: Vegetarian and Tonchi Classic, Both food had great quality and a flavor that transported us to Japan. Employee services were great, we had no reservation and they welcomed us. We definitely want to go back soon.

Fantastic Ramen !Please make a reservation or be prepared to wait because this place is extremely popular and always busy for good reasons: the food is delicious and service is attentive to your needs.I tried the spicy, the fish and the traditional ramen. Each of them was excellent and I recommend visiting this place multiple times to enjoy them all.Id advise to ask for hard noodles, but thats my preference.Waiters are very kind and do a great service.I cant wait to visit this restaurant again; I love it.

We went for a weekday dinner and it was clearly popular. We were seated at a communal table by the service counter that we shared with two other parties.Apps: Shoestring potatoes, Shishito peppers, and Ban Ban chicken from the Pick 3 Bites Sampler option. Shoestrings were delicious and crisp, peppers had sliced garlic that was perfectly fried, and the chicken was a chilled app, but so tender and flavorful.Buns: The chicken tsukune bun was the best (it does have pork though). The fried cod bun was good, more delicate flavors than the punchy chicken one.Wings: I didnt think Id like the curry cheese wings, but I ended up liking this more than the spicy wings. Get it, you wont regret it.Rice Ball: My brother ordered these and I wouldnt order either again. Not bad, but plenty of other things on the menuTsukumen: This was delicious. The Q of the noodles was on point. I would order again if I was only interested in an entree, but I think the small plates outshine everything else.Vibes: There are a handful of booths, a communal table and bar seating. It was full but I could still hear my friends and have a conversation easily.All in all, Id come again and highly recommend to friends.

I had a great experience and enjoy my food. The ramen was delicious and the crafted beer went will with it. I have sat at the end of the place but this time I sat at the bar. The bartender was very nice, kind and friendly. I discovered this place a year ago when I was looking for vegan and healthy food. The food is filling and delicious. I recommend the place for its delicious food and service.

Blew me away! The food was crazy good, a culinary delight and party of flavors in my mouth - all beautifully balanced. Picked up a friend from Grand Central Station and took her to lunch here. We were both amazed. Service was excellent. Clean establishment. Anyone who comes to visit me will eat here. I can’t wait to go back. Can you tell I’m excited?

Poor experience with food. Ive never had such fibrous bamboo shoot at a ramen shop before. Egg was overcooked. Smoked dashi broth was super salty.Poor service.I sat at the corner ledge of the bar and since it was out of reach they stopped refilling my water. They didnt give me a bowl to put the empty clam shells. Took away the bowl for the chicken wings as I was still eating, literally as I was still biting out of the wing.

Chicken wings were delicious and ramen was good. The drink that was pretty ok I gotta try some of their other menu items for sure tho but service was great.

Ramen was fantastic and was exactly what we were looking for! Service was excellent, shout out to Tanya who took care of us and was extremely hospitable and bubbly. We loved her energy! Will definitely come back

Great ramen! The broth was very flavorful and had the perfect amount of thickness - not too overwhelming or oily. Shaved ice dessert was awesome as well. The service was also super attentive, one of the best I’ve experienced in the K-town area! :) Definitely recommend coming here ☺️ Will be revisiting for sure.

One of the best places to get Ramen in NYC. The food is Michelin rated, service is excellent. The seating is limited so definitely consider making reservations at least 3-4 weeks ahead of time.

The ramen was okay, but didn’t stand out in any way. The portion size is a bit on the smaller side, with very thin slices of pork. The smoked ramen came with just four small clams. The service wasn’t the best, we ordered some dishes that never arrived. The waiter never checked up on us, but fortunately we asked about our missing dishes after waiting 15 minutes.

Amazing choice of food. The best ramen broth i have ever had! Highly recommend their Buns, we tried Tsukune (ground chicken one) and Fried fish. For main course, we ordered spicy tan tan and ban ban chicken (which is their chilled noodles). The Ramen is a must try. Very simple but great cocktail menu. Staff were extremely attentive and great service!

A Michelin recommended ramen restaurant, can’t go wrong with it :)We had two different type of ramens. The soup is very rich and full of flavour. The price is not on the expensive side.Portion wise- one bowl of ramen is big enough for a hungry person like me!

Love this place. Definitely worth trying it if you’re a Ramen fan. I always get the “Spicy Tan Tan” ramen - delicious!The pork is sliced thinly, very delicate, and it’s not as fatty as in other places👍🏼 side salad with the lunch offer has a delicious sesame(?) dressing. Only one star deducted cause it’s a little pricey.Staff is friendly and attentive!Restrooms are clean and have a nice scent (who wants to dine in a restaurant that doesn’t have tidy restrooms right?!)I will be back!

The food was delicious! We ordered the chicken tsukune buns, the signature spicy chicken wings, and gyoza to share and also I had the classic tokyo tonkotsu ramen. The buns were my favorite out of the 3 appetizers and the ramen broth was tasty. There was a bit of a wait though so be prepared!

Amazing! The flavors, the range, the deliciousness. I can definitely say I dont think it is over rated. The summer noodles were a great addition, especially if you dont want a lot of broth or anything hot.

Got a bunch of dishes to share. The vegan ramen was great and filling, asked for it to be extra spicy and got a special spicy sauce. The vegan rice ball was okay, prob wouldnt get it again. The other appetizers we got (mushrooms, shishito peppers) were what youd expect. The ramen obv is the main dish to try here.Shaved ice is more for show than taste... Its just a bunch of ice with flavoring and some cream on top.Great vibe/atmosphere inside

The best ramen that Ive had in a very long time! The noodles are the perfect amount of bite, the broth is very rich and unctuous, and the pork is delicious. I love how thin the pork is so that the fat is evenly distributed in every bite. There were also thick chunks of bamboo shoots, which are usually not my favorite but the thick cut made for a really interesting texture.The perfect ending to this umami-laden meal? The finely shaved mango ice with sweet honey cream on top and bits of mango fruit hidden in the middle. I was thinking about that dessert for hours after. Yum!To add to the experience, the minimal and modern design, from the heavy metal door to the simple servingware, was a joy to behold.

My friends and I ordered:Chasu Rice BallsTonchi Classic Tokyo TonkotsuSpicy Goma TsukemenBan ban chickenMatch Kaki GoriI would definately come back again for the Spicy Goma Tsukemen and/or the Tonkotsu.I dont usually like kakigori with it being too icey with very little flavoring but this place has it down pat!The matcha goes through to the core with the fluffiest cream on top was perfect! Although its a bit pricey the portion is huge to share with others.I would come back just for this.

Tonchin is one of the best restaurants serving Ramen at Manhattan. This place really deserves to be in the Michelin list and it did. We ordered miso ginger ramen, spicy tan tan and edamame this time. I have been to this restaurant 3 times now and we have tried a lot of dishe here.

I ordered their chicken wings and tsukemen (cold ramen that you dip into a hot, extra-savory broth). the chicken wings (per recommendation from my waiter) were extremely delicious and flavorful. as with many japanese eateries the choice of seasoning is unique and creates a new experience that your brain is delighted by. the chicken wings came out hot (though in my opinion slightly over cooked), but the seasoning won me over anyway— the flavor has a sweetness coupled with white pepper. the tsukemen was extremely delicious. the broth is near perfection and the noodles were the perfect texture. the egg had the perfect runny, lava yolk texture and the meat was overall decent and helped enhance the pork-forward flavors. all in all i’d highly recommend checking this place out.

I have been here several times. It is one of the best ramen spot in nyc. I love their buns as well. service and atmosphere are amazing. Only one small comment about lights. It is sometimes very dark in here. I cant see what i eat.

I really enjoyed coming here. Service was really good, food was delicious. We missed the lunch happy hour - it was till 2:30PM. I would definitely come back.

Had an awkward service experience.My mom, who doesn’t speak english, accidentally ordered still water as she wasn’t offered tap. I told two servers to correct that before the water came to the table. Once the water bottle came, I told them again and didn’t let them open or pour it for us. The waiter then came over and started accusing my mom, I explained that she doesn’t speak english and that I told the team multiple times before the bottle came, and even didn’t let them open or pour it for us. She started telling a sob story on how it couldn’t be voided and that it would have to come out of tip and employee money. I assured her I’d be happy to speak to the manager to explain the situation that it’s not my mom’s native language so the bottle could be voided and not impact her. She said no, I’m the manager. Weird experience.Food was good tho!