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Ivan Ramen

4.9
4.9
2900 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Asian
Ivan Ramen "More then Just Ramen!"
Ivan Ramen imagines the Classic NY diner as seen through the Japanese lens. The food is incredible, the service outstanding, the menu is uniquely Ivan Orkin. Ivan Ramen celebrates Ivan’s creativity through the lens of his life journey. His effortless blending of: his New York roots, his classic French training, and his deep understanding of Japan, color the menu and the restaurant. Ramen here is clearly a must, but you should not miss out on the amazing array of other dishes, which are perfect for sharing while you enjoy a well selected sake. Casual, comfortable and quirky with splashes of art inspired by pop culture and movies, Ivan Ramen is simply a fun restaurant.

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2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 62 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary Asian, Japanese, Asian

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (646) 678-3859

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Ivan Orkin

  • Catering

    "Ramen Party"<br />Be the first of your friends to have a ramen party.<br />Off-Site catering can be arranged at info@ivanramen.com<br />all events are customized.

  • Neighborhood

    Lower East Side

  • Cross street

    Stanton/Houston

  • Parking details

    Street Parking is available on Clinton street. <br />Parking Garages are located on Essex st.

  • Public transit

    J. M. F. Trains<br /><br />J & M line to Essex Street<br />F line to Delancy Street

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,900 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. BrianA

    Mexico City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food for a reasonable price plus amazing staff can't beat that deal.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Baja California Sur

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s a great place. Good vibe and great food . Staff was great and willing to please.
  3. AneG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We try most of thé starters and all of them were amazing. Thé ramen with garlic was one of the best I have ever triéd.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The best Raman in this country! Go! Ever since watching the Chefs table episode with Ivan this joint was placed on my bucket list! Mission accomplished!
  5. RobertD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was absolutely delicious. The two servers kept our water glasses and saki cups full, very friendly and accommodating. Saw this place on TV and its a great story about being true to yourself and your craft. So very glad we came here while visiting Manhattan.
  6. MarthaM

    New York Area

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Oh my god, I am a Ramen Junkie! The pickles and green beans were great starters, both so refreshing, spicy and addictive. It was a perfect warm up to the chicken paitan and spicy red chili ramens! The rich, spicy chicken and dashi broth is heavenly and comforting. The paitan is the chicken soup you wish you grew up eating at home. Thank you so much for a wonderful time, it’s great to be back!
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a blast, Amazing food and top notch selection of beers and other drinks. Food was really good if i wasn’t full I would’ve gotten more.
  8. MatthewH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience- Service & food. Delicious and efficient. Just came back from trip to Japan - Ivan Ramen LES still does it better. Cant wait to return. Thanks to staff.
  9. KauaiGirl

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Sat at the counter and had good service from the waitperson. Started with the Japanese fried chicken and the spicy Kyuri pickles. The pickles were crisp and nicely complimented the chicken. The fried chicken although flavorful and an interesting twist on karaage could have been crisper. The ramen broth was very flavorful but the noodles were very firm and really didn’t add anything to the dish. My preference would have been a soft to medium firmness so that I could taste the flavor of the noodle more. Glad we tried it when we visited NYC but probably will probably not make it one of our “should go back again” on our next visit.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every staff member at Ivan Ramen was very nice and welcoming! From the hostess, to the server, so the kitchen staff. The food was great as well. Happy to have discovered this spot!
  11. NYCFairchild

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    I had the vegan ramen and my friend had the chicken stock based ramen, and we. It’s felt it was a bit salty. Mine noodles were very good, but the salty soup made the dish one dimensional. We both had the yuzu lemonade. After adding just a bit more sugar, it was really good. The aroma of yuzu was beautiful! It’s good value for $4 lemonade, but I think the ramen is pricey for what it is. That being said, all ramen places in NYC is over priced. I might go again to try other ramen, because the service and convenience is great.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super accueil, meilleurs ramens de NYC 😋😋😋😋 Top top Bravo chef
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best pork chashu in a ramen I’ve ever had, and absolutely spectacular service.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Mexico City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    La comida fue extraordinaria, el servicio muy bueno.
  15. HappyRamenFoodComa

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific food, great service, decent price. Jampacked and noisy at midafternoon, so go with a high energy level.
  16. ITAYM

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent! Great place, great staff and very big dishes. We will be back!
  17. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was the best — gave good recommendations and super fun and friendly.
  18. MartynaA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great, the Best ramen in my life
  19. PalomaF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Highly recommend the experience. The flavours are incredible; superb food
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bella scoperta. Cibo personale e ambiente tutto promosso.
  21. FlaviaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best ramen I've ever had. It was so good and I would defiantly recommend it and will come back.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love everything here! Japanese fried chicken and brussel sprouts are a most every time. Tokyo Shio ramen is my favorite in the city!
  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Muy rica la comida!! El ambiente y ruido es un poco lo que pide el concepto. Repetiría una y mil veces
  24. doctornf

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    An informal place; crowded with an active, noisy atmosphere. The food is great, as is the service and value. Limited menu.
  25. SM414

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It was great! Have been wanting to try this ramen for a while and it definitely lived up to the expectation. Our server recommended the brussels sprouts as appetizer and it was so good
  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Worth every bit of the hype, and at a very reasonable price.
  27. Darin

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Always fantastic food and service! Enjoyed the meal
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Just good ramen
  29. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    love this spot! Super friendly servers and fresh ramen. Great draft beer selection and sides as well.
  30. Filippo

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff was super!! Ramens super as well. Suggested!!
  31. ArtofFood

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Compared to other Ramen shops in NYC, Ivan Ramen is a must, and the price is just right
  32. Anna

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious, delightful, definitely coming back! The staff is so helpful and thoughtful and the food is incredible. I always make it a priority to come to Ivan Ramen when I come into NYC.
  33. RossM

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great ramen and a great drink selection. The chicken paitan is a must
  34. Roger

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the best time! Service was terrific and the suggestions were right on target. I always love going to Ivan Ramen and can't wait to return.
  35. MirmEats

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant with a nice outdoor and covered patio. The food is excellent - inventive and flavourful, beautiful presentation, and served quickly. The staff are friendly and attentive - pros. We would definitely eat here again.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Aside from the amazing Ramen staff was super friendly
  37. LesleyT

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Complex flavors, cool vibe, fast and friendly service -highly recommend!!!
  38. Jessica

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delicious! My two teenagers and I will never visit NYC (from CT) without a bowl of this ramen. Always friendly service too!
  39. LalyM

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    By far the best ramen I’ve ever had. Without ever going to japan of course but nonetheless a wonderful ramen experience and at a great price. Every piece in the meal went perfectly together and was given the appropriate attention. Would recommend. 10/10
  40. LynBear

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the food. Service was fast and helpful. They were kind about birthday celebration.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated
    • Proof of vaccination required to dine indoors

FAQs

Ivan Ramen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (646) 678-3859.

Ivan Ramen is rated 4.9 stars by 2900 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 62 times today
Google Map for Ivan Ramen

25 Clinton Street, New York, NY 10002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Stanton/Houston

  • Neighborhood

    Lower East Side

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary Asian, Japanese, Asian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking is available on Clinton street. <br />Parking Garages are located on Essex st.

  • Public transit

    J. M. F. TrainsJ & M line to Essex StreetF line to Delancy Street

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Ivan Orkin

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (646) 678-3859

  • Catering

    "Ramen Party"<br />Be the first of your friends to have a ramen party.<br />Off-Site catering can be arranged at info@ivanramen.com<br />all events are customized.

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