Where Chuko appears on New York Dearest
It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Address565 Vanderbilt
- From my guide, updated October 2026.
Chuko at 565 Vanderbilt is my go-to for a fast, warming, satisfying pre-game meal, and it is only about three blocks from the arena. It is a small ramen shop, it has been slinging bowls since 2011, and the broth is rich enough to carry you through overtime and a cold walk to the train after. The catch is the line. It is small and popular and there can be a wait out the door, so this works best if you arrive a full hour before tip-off or you are willing to grab it as a quick early bowl. On a freezing January night, though, few things beat it.
Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.