Ichiran is a Japanese ramen restaurant chain known for its Tonkotsu ramen bowls. Their focus is on customization where customers can select the strength of broth, richness of flavor, spiciness, firmness of noodles, amount of garlic, green onions, and pork slices according to their preferences. Ichiran prides itself on its customer-oriented philosophy, which allows for customers to enjoy their meal in complete privacy, with individually partitioned, secluded dining booths.
Founded in Fukuoka, Japan in 1993 by Yoshitomi brothers.
Opened its first overseas restaurant in New York City in 2016.
Expanded to Hong Kong, Taipei, Tokyo, and more locations worldwide.
Ichiran was featured in the Netflix series, Ugly Delicious.
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Ichiran's signature dish, featuring a silky, rich broth made from pork bones and a choice of various toppings.
Ichiran also offers rice bowls with a variety of toppings such as pork, egg, and green onions.
Ichiran offers various side dishes such as pork buns, karaage (Japanese fried chicken), and gyoza (dumplings).
Ichiran is known for its private dining booths, where customers can enjoy their meal in complete privacy with individual partitions separating each booth.
Ichiran offers Tonkotsu ramen with customizable options for broth strength, richness, spiciness, noodle firmness, and toppings such as garlic and green onions.
Yes, Ichiran is a Japanese ramen restaurant chain with locations throughout Japan and worldwide, including New York City, Hong Kong, Taipei, and Tokyo.
The prices at Ichiran can vary depending on location and menu items, but their signature Tonkotsu ramen bowl typically starts at around $15 USD.
Ichiran does not have vegetarian or vegan ramen options, as their broth is made from pork bones. However, they do offer some vegetarian side dishes such as steamed vegetables and egg.