Kohoku-Ku.
Worth it, says Antonina. Kohoku-Ku is known two things. great ramen and affordable prices.
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.
- Address709 9th Ave, New York, NY
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Kohoku-Ku is known two things, great ramen and affordable prices. Tucked away in Hell’s Kitchen, this ramen is served in a cozy, lantern-lit spot with makeshift seating fashioned from repurposed Suntory crates. If you’re into thicky almost gravy-like ramen, this the place for you.
The Kumamoto, with its intensely rich pork and black garlic broth, is a must-try, though the spicy miso and grilled mackerel options hold their own. Beyond ramen, the menu features izakaya staples like yakitori, curry rice, and crispy karaage. Just a short walk from Times Square but blissfully removed from the chaos, it’s a great low-key pre-theater pick.
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Worth it, within a ten-minute walkA closure, a price that moved, a better one next door.
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