Ramen By Ra: Innovative Breakfast-Style Ramen in New York’s Cozy Japanese Spot

So great. My suggestion is learn the menu before you try for reservations. I didn't and panicked when the reservation was available since you order and pay then. I probably would have ordered exactly what I did, but maybe also a bao.

Such a well put together cozy space!! Good ramen but honestly I know so many other places with a outstanding broth. The broth and ramen was lacking dimension. it’s lovely to be upclose in such an intimate environment with such a skilled and passionate chef. I’ll never take this experience for granted. I highly recommend you guys visit to try the interesting flavors!

I loved every part of my dining experience at Ramen by Ra. Food was prepared with so much care, right in front of you, and you can feel and taste that in the delicious broth. Very innovative dishes and I cannot wait to try more! I had the bacon, egg & cheese and my partner had the steak & egg — both so delicious. Chef Ra is the sweetest and love supporting a woman-operated business Will be back soon!

I've tried a lot of different ramen at restaurants since 2016, but I'm not exaggerating when I say Ramen by Ra was the best ramen I've ever had! The breakfast style theme to the menu made it even more unique! All I can say is try it for yourself. The broth, the noodles, the cream cheese foam (which is new to me) was really amazing. 10/10!

Had a wonderful dining experience. I came with my best friend and had a blast. The space transports you to a cozy Japanese food stall. The smell upon sitting down was beautiful. I had the steak and egg ramen and my bestie had the BLT ramen. The taste was so amazing and unique. It felt so foreign yet so comforting all at once. Ra was so nice and sweet. We chatted and then she allowed us to enjoy our meal together while still being attentive. I asked prior to recording if she was comfortable with it ( because I always ask ) and she kindly said yes. we loved the experience and will be back with more people.

My husband and I celebrated our anniversary at Ramen by Ra this past week, and it honestly couldn’t have been a better choice. The space felt so intimate and welcoming, the kind of place where you can slow down, connect, and really enjoy your food. The ramen was everything I love about a great bowl, deeply comforting, made with care, and so satisfying. The broth was rich and filling, and the noodles were exactly how I like them. You can feel the love in every slurp!

The reservation-only system makes your time at the restaurant very intimate as there are only 6 spots (4 counter and 2 table). Since Ra has the orders in advance, your selected ramen order of choice is more of less ready within minutes of your arrival. Dave Brubeck was playing the entire time, which had Ra and I humming along at moments and added a soulful touch to the entire experience. I started off with the lox bao and as a lover of salmon, it was an inventive fusion of flavors. The ramen was the obvious star of the show with my everything egg drop soup topped with chili oil -- it added the extra bit of heat without being overbearing and distracting. It was the perfect hearty meal for a cold NYC day.

Cute small restaurant with only 6 seats, 4 bar and 2 seats by themselves. Everything egg drop ramen was very sesame oil-y, it’s like the Asian steamed eggs with sesame oil with ramen noodles. Steak with soy egg was pretty good, interesting combination with the chimichurri (lime-y) along with the savory soup. Reservations drop twice a month, and you have to preorder when u book the reservation on resy!