Nishida Sho-Ten Reviews

A small and simple Japanese restaurant. There is a small menu with food and lots of different types of sake. The ramen (soups) and the chicken curry were very good. It was full, but the two girls rocked the place! The price/performance ratio was top notch!

Nishida Sho-ten definitely has the traditional Japanese ramen bar vibe. However, the ramen is average at best. The pork is probably the best feature of the black kakuni, while the broth and toppings were mundane. The price, however, is a winner when fierce competition across the city charge at a premium nowadays.

We came to New York with trying ramen in mind. This place was very close to where we were staying. There isn't much seating, but we walked in an were seated immediately. Our group of three ordered a serving of saki to share, a rolled omellete-type appetizer, and a bowl ramen each with extra noodles all around. The tan tan ramen was quite spicy - a great way to clear out your sinuses and the miso ramen was flavorful. The waitress made a few mistakes with our order, but everything was promptly corrected with a friendly smile and sincere apologies. If your order extra noodles, be sure to come with an appetite, as they will definitely fill you up.

We came here based on on-line reviews and weren't disappointed. This is a really small place, so plan to come off-peak (we came at 6 on a Wednesday and it was totally quiet). We started with gyoza, they are really nicely done, very good start. Following that I had the tan-tan men (VERY spicy) and my daughter had the regular white ramen. Both were very good - the ramen is authentic and not over- or under-cooked. They also have good cup sake and beer, we had a good time and left full. We'll be back!

I was told my a nearby hotel staff and this place.I decided to visit the next day with my daughters,Upon arriving at 11am they said us they don't open until another 30 minutes...using a real rude and harsh tone. I took nothing from that and we waited at a nearby coffee shop.I went back about 45 minutes later and we sat down because no-one to seat us,as we sat a very loud,rude and bold manager/owner/waitress came to our table and really loud said to my daughter "why you have outside drinks in here,we don't allow that here"I apologize and said so sorry but the drink is almost done,she give us the only ugly face and walked off.She return with menus and throw it on top the table,clearly she made us uncomfortable.We continue to order and only because my daughters wasn't up to eating anymore because of her behavior I told her they will only have appetizers and I will order a full meal,she got very upset and said we MUST order full meals each and it is the restaurants policy. I try telling her they don't need much food and I will order a full meal but she was very rube and demanding us to all 3 order full meals,right away I told her no thank you and left the restaurant. This woman was so rude,bold,nasty and very unprofessional and I DON"T recommend anyone supporting her business. Also ,she was charging us 3 dollars more on our meals because the girls didn't want to eat huge meals.Shame on her .....never again I will ever visit this place!

Excellent heartwarming ramen and authentic setting. One of the hidden gems of 49h Street, but if you close your eyes it feels like being in Jiyugaoka.

Always saw people lined up outside waiting to get into this small restaurant. Decided to try it for lunch & glad we did . Good potions at a fair price. Will definitely be going back many times. Beverly , our waitress, was wonderful.

We were looking for a restaurant near our hotel in Upper Midtown Manhattan. My wife and I love Japanese restaurants, and on a cold fall evening, few things are better than ramen. This place, as soon as you enter, takes you to Japan; it is as if it was lifted from an alley in Tokyo or Kyoto. The owner and server is an older Japanese lady who is clearly in charge. We needed to wait a bit for a spot to open along the bar. Once seated, we ordered the black ramen, some gyoza, and a spam rice ball. All of it was fabulous, but the black ramen was a revelation. Lots of umami in that bowl; it was truly a fabulous bowl. If you're a fan of Japan, or just a ramen fan, make the visit; you'll be glad you did.

Found this place on our way walking from the UN to Rockefeller Center. Very quaint ramen place. Big portions and good prices. Food tastes pretty authentic.

When we first flew into town this was within walking distance to our hotel, it was late, cold and we were hungry. We found this little noodle shop, and for a chicken Raman and a tan tan Raman it was $22 plus our tip. It was a good little meal so we decided to get it before we left today, we got two tan tan’s and an extra noodle and it was 25.50, still not bad but the food was not as good as it was the first time. We were seated quickly, they took our order and brought the food out, we had one refill on our water. When we got the check how ever, the pre recommend tip percentage at the bottom was crossed out so you would tip a high percentage. With tipping I like to always tip on the higher side, but when it’s more of a quick service and you are just running food, and we had to wave down someone for a second glass of water I’m not going to tip 20%. The service and food must be out of this world for over 15% to start with. So I left 10% and that is the same I do if we go to a buffet or something of that nature where they are just bussing the tables. I just think it’s pretty shady to just black out the lower percent because you feel like you should have more.

This area of Manhattan is packed with ramen restaurants. After much researching we decided on this place and wound up eating here twice. Great staff, great service, interesting sakes. The vegetable ramen (loaded with fresh, perfectly cooked vegs) and spicy ramen were standouts. We also enjoyed the tonkotsu omelet and the homemade tofu with spicy bamboo shoots. This one is a keeper for future trips to NYC.

You know how they say “Good things come in small packages”..how about “GREAT ramen comes from small spaces!!”. After attending an event at Japan Society, I decided to get dinner and this place popped up in the radar. I didn’t know what to expect and when I got there, I found it to be one heck of a sweet cozy spot. Bellying up to the bar..I started with an order of pork sausages. Already, I knew I was in for a good time when the thin casings of those little darlings were slightly blistered and crispy! Then came the black kakuni ramen!..what hit me was a devastating uppercut of flavor. Soup was deep, rich, creamy..the noodles, thin but with an amazing bite to them! Top it with onion and one hell of a great jammy hanjuku tamago! But then bobbing up like prized crates in an umami sea, are the flavorful pork cubes! Altogether..such a great meal! I’ll definitely come again..and again..and again!

It is almost becoming a running joke among us how we can't *not* come here when in Manhattan, so naturally we made our way over here after our Broadway show let out. The service, food, and overall experience were no different than the other times (and that's a good thing!).

I went there for a rapid lunch, I ordered a miso ramen and it was good, I was not impressed but the quantity was enough to get filled. Also, the waiter was kind. The unit price of a ramen is around 12$ the bowl.

My son lived almost next door and ate here often. Typical New York style store front restaurant, often with a line down the street. Warm, cosy, fast service. Delicious food.

Nishida Sho-ten is a great place to go to for ramen! We ordered the Black Kakuni Ramen and the takoyaki. The takoyaki was crisp on the outside, while being soft and flavorful in the inside. The Black Kakuni ramen was very flavorful, and the pork was succulent. Although, the ramen was a little bit salty, but that could be ignored. We do advise you to come early because they're are not a lot of seats available.

Great Ramen place in Midtown East close to the UN. From the outside you would probably not give this place a second glance, but it's worth seeing past the exterior to enjoy the good food and service that's waiting inside. Small but tables are quick to turnaround. A good selection of flavourful and spicy Ramen to satisfy most taste buds! Tip: Visit from 11:30am for an early lunch to beat the office crowd!

The menu comes with pictures and they are pretty good illustrations of the dishes. If you want Ramen, then you need to order ramen, where it is specifically called out in the menu. Otherwise you will get noodles that are not ramen and they are not very good. All other dishes are flavorful. The ambiance is quite good.

This place has a "B" rating. I ordered a take out, the hostess was rude touching me and literally pushing me to the back of the restaurant. I told her not to put MSG. The ramen soup was very salty, the noodles not fresh. When I checked my online banking, I was charged for $25.78 for the 2 orders of ramen soup that I ordered. Each ramen costs only $10.00 each.

I live about five blocks away from Nishida Sho-Ten and have been a regular visitor since last summer. The restaurant is pretty small with only a few tables and bar seating. It's probably for the best that I didn't know about it sooner but it quickly became my favorite ramen in the city, particularly the black kakuni ramen. It amazes me that people wait to get into Totto Ramen nearby which has a much inferior broth in my opinion. Ippudo is close for me but still prefer this. I still need to try the most of the menu (gyoza was good) but unfortunately one bowl of ramen is pretty filling.

It's best to make a reservation at this popular Midtown Manhattan restaurant for lunch. The location on East 49th street between 1st and 2nd Avenue's is close to the M15 bus stop and the 53rd Street & 3rd Avenue subway station. The service is excellent. The food is delicious and reasonably priced. Chicken Ramen and Tan Tan Ramen (ground pork) was delicious. The portions are generous. Japanese beer is a little pricey. Big problem is the loud rock music blasting away that makes a conversation difficult and not a pleasant atmosphere. Management should consider playing softer music and turn down the volume.

This is a small, in-and-out, all-business ramen joint that will leave you full and happy, and it won't cost you much. Noodles are nicely made, having been to Japan (order the "wavy" noodles every time). Open late and they try very hard not to stall/have a long line. They take cards. Easy menu. You could do MUCH worse in the area. Trust me.

Because several ramen places around me closed, I have to come here more often than the place really deserves. The ramen is ok, it is not great, but is certainly edible and satisfies my craving. But I always feel rushed, whether the place is busy or not. I guess it is just their style.

Went there after reading all the reviews. It is ok but nothing outstanding. I would definitely not return there as I have had much better ramen in other places

It's a credit to this place that we seem to eat dinner here once every time we come up to New York. This is due in large part to its quality and its consistency. We know exactly what to expect (and order!) when we get in, and we have yet to be let down. An added bonus is that this time was the first occasion we ate here in cold weather conditions, which made the spicy ramen that much better.

Well if you l ow me you will understand that hen I saw WOW !! Quality top notch small and personable.. should not put this out to keep it to myself. It just can’t.

Delicious Ramen in a rich, flavorful broth… exactly what I needed on a cold night. Portions were good and the service was quick. I’ll definitely come back again.

I really love ramen, but this small places are really good to find a new flavor. I recommend the Tan Tan Ramen 🍜 it’s 🌶

Guys, best Ramen in town! What an amazing and tasty experience, staff super friendly and the Ramen.... wow. Yes I recommend!

We had lunch here after visiting the UN. Quite delicious and relatively cheap for Manhattan. I had the Kakuni black ramen soup. The spices and broth were an excellent marriage. Very small space, an excellent meal.

Made a visit to NYCC from Toronto for 4 days and ate at this restaurant twice. It was that good. The soup base was rich and full of flavour! Had the dark garlic soup base both times. You can also request for more noodles at no additional charge if you are there after 10pm I believe. Definitely a must go!

This place is the best ramen I've had in Manhattan! I recommend the veggie ramen. The shop is on the small side so beware. I've only tried to go once where the place was so packed I couldn't find a seat. So worth checking out!

definitely a GEM in the area. Lots of ramen shops around here but this is by far the best. I actually go there once a week now! Love the tan-tan ramen! The server, Chrianne is very energetic and know what she's doing. Awesome spot!

With its location near our host's residence, its good quality, and its late hours, it was a no-brainer to grab dinner here after our show. We ordered the same dishes as last time - saki flight, omelette appetizer, and ramen. The ramen had a robust flavor, filling, and a cozy environment - what more could you want?

If you like neighborhood ramen, this is a hidden gem. Tucked away on 49th off of 2nd Ave, this unsuspecting little noodle shop is incredible. From delicious appetizers to tasty ramen, every dish we had was perfect. The place is tiny but the service is quick and efficient. Do not try to go with a large party. They simply don't have the room. If I lived in the neighborhood, I would be there at least once a week.

Went there for lunch and had the Black Kakuni Ramen. The ramen was amazing with loads of flavor! The service was also really good.

This place reminded me and my Japanese husband of the places we've been to in Tokyo. Delicious food, great service, and cheap. We waited outside in the rain for 10 minutes because there isn't enough room inside. Well worth the wait. They gave us salads on the house because we waited. Pork in the noodles were actual slices of ham that my Mom would serve for Easter, not the cheat stuff. Hostest was typical New Yorker with a Japanese accent, but once inside she was a sweetheart.

This place feels incredibly authentic. The staff made us feel right at home and the food was very good. They seem to have an unbelievably enormous variety of cold sake. But the menu is very limited and a bit difficult to understand. We went with our 12-year-old, who really liked the atmosphere, was adventurous with his menu choice, and enjoyed the ramen he ordered. I would visit again, but I think I'd first like to try out some other Japanese noodle restaurants in the city first.

My husband recently returned from a 5 month stay in Japan. What he missed most was ramen. We have gone to many places looking for authentic ramen. This place is the winner! An authentic Japanese ramen restaurant. The outside doesn't look like much but they are so warm and welcoming once you step inside. Give this place a try, you wont be disappointed!