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Welcome to Tetsumen Ramen

Tetsumen Ramen, located in Hilo, Hawaii, offers a unique dining experience with its wide range of amenities and delicious ramen dishes. From wheelchair accessibility to outdoor seating, Tetsumen Ramen caters to all customers. The restaurant also accepts various payment methods, including cryptocurrency, and provides excellent service with options for reservation and delivery. With a diverse menu and a relaxed atmosphere, Tetsumen Ramen is the perfect place to enjoy a satisfying meal with friends and family. Don't miss out on their happy hour specials and Asian-owned authenticity that adds to the overall dining experience.

Tetsumen Ramen: Reviews & Ratings

Chloe P.
Chloe P.

Food is sooooo delicious the service is excellent very kind nice people with top tasty food! The vibe and in the restaurant is so amazing as well!! I'm going to Japan in December and it just makes me feel like this is exactly how Japan food will taste and be like! Me and my family are from Oahu and this is probably the best Japanese Ramen and foods we have had yet!

Sunshine I.
Sunshine I.

Our favorite local ramen spot. Friendly staff, ono food, great menu. Looking forward to another visit. I can't wait to try the sweet potato crème brûlée. It must be delicious, because they were out the last time we visited. Definitely go!

James K.
James K.

My family and I stopped in to get some Japanese food before a flight. I gladly recommend their light deep-fried Tofu. Their croquettes were also quite delicious! I also enjoyed their ramen (the broth was actually quite good!) Me being the oddball, I ended up ordering their Karaage Chicken plate, which was delicious if a bit overcooked. However, while my food was underwhelming, I did enjoy the service and the ambience, and would recommend it to anyone interested in a decent meal of Japanese food in the Hilo area.

Dan K.
Dan K.

A great experience for Japanese food! The food was amazing and large portions. My fam went HAM and ordered multiple items. The girls ordered ramen (tonkatsu & curry) and I got the chicken donburi. Holy smokes, it was delicious and so much. I felt ashamed bc the "young Daniel" would've finished everything. But I couldn't power through. I ended up sharing bc I had no more real estate in my stomach. I need to run or hit the gym to really take advantage of this gem of a restaurant. It was so good we forgot to take photos.

Ben Y.
Ben Y.

This place is a great place to get some tasty ramen. We tried the tantan ramen and tonkotsu ramen. Both were extremely tasty and were prepared perfectly. We felt the price was on point for the quality and the portion size you get. We appreciated that they ask you about the firmness of the ramen noodles. The service was quick and they regularly checked in on our table. They also gave us great recommendations as it was our first time there. Definitely a place to hit up on those rainy days.

Sophia T.
Sophia T.

This was my first meal after landing on the Big Island, and it was fantastic! I ordered the tonkotsu shoyu char siu ramen, and it arrived quickly with plenty of meat and broth. While I personally would have liked it spicier, the broth was still very flavorful. The restaurant has a small, intimate vibe, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a hearty meal and fill your belly!

David N.
David N.

This place hit the spot! After a long day of hiking this place was delicious. Their Taiwan ramen is super spicy just a heads up. Comes with minced meat. Their tonkotsu was also very flavorful. They also offer free kids bowl with adult entrees for small kids. We also enjoyed their curry. We added a cutlet and it made for a ton of food. The staff was very friendly.

George S.
George S.

If you find yourself in Hilo, Hawaii, come check this place out for some good ramen! They have many selections of ramen, so you can't go wrong. All of the ramen we had were delicious! We tried the Curry Tonkotsu, Ajitama, and Egg drop ramens. The broths were all very rich and tasty. The ramens were of good size. The waiters were very attentive and fast. The restaurant has about 3 large booths that can accommodate 8 people. They have a bar where you can eat and drink as well. Overall, the menu was extensive, so we can't wait to try different ramen combinations. Let's eat! Happy Nom Nom!

Adam F.
Adam F.

This was our last stop on my self-guide whirlwind tour of the big island last month - funny enough, I was mostly excited to have what I figured, given Hawaii has so much amazing Japanese food, and being that they are specifically a ramen restaurant, would be some of the best ramen I'd had. I would say, the service when we were here was like 10 out of 5, crazy-fast service, but the ramen itself was... good. No complaints, it was flavorful enough, but not mind-blowing - I have had better ramen in Los Angeles, if admittedly none I can think of that's quite as good in Long Beach. Elsewhere in LA though, for sure. But they also had a fried ramen noodle dish listed as a "special", which I shared (along with the ramen) with my wife, that absolutely was mind-blowingly good - I dunno how limited that special is, but I'd be sad if I were ever back, and couldn't get it. It was a truly extraordinarily delicious fried noodle dish. We also added pork belly for $5, which I also solidly recommend - some of the best pork belly I've had, very much worth the extra $5. If you're there during happy hour, they also have *very* inexpensive Japanese beer, and fresh-squeezed lemon shochu high balls - we finished eating right around when happy hour started, so I was happy they gave us the happy hour price still. I also loved the presentation - they mean it when they say "fresh-squeezed", they give you a lemon wedge and a personal citrus juicer, can't get more fresh squeezed than that! Anyway, it's simple, but highly refreshing, goes great with ramen, and during happy hour, is extremely reasonably priced. So bonus points for that, too, not that they need any, as long as they keep selling that fried noodle dish and such great pork belly!

Location

Located at 697 Manono St Ste 103 in Hilo, HI, Tetsumen Ramen is a must-visit for ramen lovers in the area. This Asian-owned restaurant offers a variety of amenities, including wheelchair accessibility, takeout, delivery, and even outdoor seating for those looking to dine al fresco. Whether you're stopping by for a quick lunch, a casual dinner, or even catering for a special event, Tetsumen Ramen has you covered.

One of the standout features of Tetsumen Ramen is its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity. With ADA-compliant facilities, including a restroom and main entrance, as well as ASL proficiency and closed captioning on TVs, everyone is welcome to enjoy a delicious meal here.

As a food reviewer, I have personally indulged in the rich, flavorful ramen dishes offered at Tetsumen Ramen, and I can attest to their quality. From the traditional tonkotsu broth to the unique toppings and noodles, each bowl is a delightful explosion of umami flavors. The menu also offers limited vegetarian options for those looking for a plant-based alternative.

Overall, Tetsumen Ramen is a gem in the Hilo dining scene, providing excellent service, a welcoming atmosphere, and, most importantly, delicious ramen that will keep you coming back for more. Be sure to check them out and experience the culinary delights for yourself.