Welcome to Manichi Ramen Kona St
At Manichi Ramen Kona St, culinary tradition meets modern flair. Nestled in the heart of Honolulu, this inviting eatery specializes in authentic Japanese ramen, delighting diners with rich flavors and high-quality ingredients. From the savory tonkotsu broth to expertly cooked noodles, each bowl offers a comforting and satisfying experience. Signature highlights include the flavorful Manichi Signature Gyoza and the creative yakitori chicken don. The intimate atmosphere is perfect for those seeking a genuine izakaya vibe after a shopping spree at Ala Moana. With exceptional service and an authentic menu, Manichi Ramen Kona St promises an unforgettable dining adventure.
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1430 Kona St #101, Honolulu, HI 96814 Hotline: (808) 943-1430
If you're on the hunt for an authentic taste of Japan right in Honolulu, look no further than Manichi Ramen Kona St. Nestled at 1430 Kona St #101, this charming ramen spot is more than just a place to grab a quick meal; it’s an experience brimming with flavor and ambiance. With a focus on traditional Japanese flavors, Manichi Ramen has captured the hearts of locals and tourists alike.
When you step inside Manichi Ramen Kona St, you'll be greeted by a cozy atmosphere infused with the essence of an authentic izakaya—making it the perfect retreat from the bustling Ala Moana Center. Customers rave about the rich and fragrant broths that dominate their ramen selections. Whether you’re a fan of the Original Black or the Manichi Special, you’ll find the noodles to have a delightful chew and a broth that is, in the words of one enthusiastic diner, simply “sooo flavorful.”
- Manichi Signature Gyoza: Don’t miss out on their famous gyoza, particularly the Kara Miso Spicy Gyoza, grilled to perfection with a spicy miso flavor that complements the tender pork beautifully.
- Rice and Donburi Options: Savor the Manichi Special Don, a savory sensation featuring ground pork simmered to perfection in a mildly sweet and spicy sauce.
- Appetizers: The Geso Karaage (fried calamari) and Wafu Tamago Omelet are favorites that add a delightful crunch and unique twist to your meal.
Customer feedback continuously highlights the excellent service and delightful value offered, especially during happy hour when food specials are available. For those looking to elevate their meal further, the inclusion of regional beers and creative appetizers like the garlic butter shrimp gyoza is a hit.
Despite being a small hole-in-the-wall, Manichi Ramen Kona St delivers consistent quality that keeps patrons coming back for more. It's a gem where nostalgia meets culinary excellence. Whether you’re dining solo or with a group, make sure to grab a seat and indulge in the nurturing warmth of a steaming bowl of ramen. Your taste buds will thank you.
BE sure to get here just after 4, pitchers are half price and there are food specials. They have Japanese beers on draft including Orion from Okinawa, but off Happy hour price, it's PRICEY! We were there a little early and it $34/picher. Food and service were excellent. Try the tsukune, really tender and nicely seasoned, gyoza and spring roles also good. Great spot with legit authentic Japanese izakaya vibe, the perfect antidote to the throngs of Ala Moana shoppers!
Delicious ramen! The noodles have a nice chew and texture. The broth is sooo flavorful and the char siu was melt in your mouth soft. Put it altogether for an amazing bite of ramen. We ordered the Manichi Special and the Original Black. For the sides we ordered a melted cheese gyoza. Our only nitpick would be that the soft boiled egg was hardboiled and we would have liked the gyoza to be more fried and crispy. It's a small place but we were able to get seated right away and served. They had initially brought out a regular gyoza when we ordered the cheese gyoza and they quickly corrected it. Overall a delicious meal and well worth the stop to check it out.
I come here for dinner from time to time, but we came for lunch today. They have a special for $20 you can get any ramen with gyoza included. Flavors are always on point, and can never go wrong with any of their ramen!
Located across Ala Moana Center on Kona Street. Ramen Manichi is where you can find authentic Japanese ramen with some creative interpretations with their gyozas. Their tonkotsu broth was legit. Ramen noodles had a nice bite. Garlic butter shrimp gyoza is a topping for their gyoza. Unless the shrimp was chopped up really small, I don't remember seeing shrimp. I got their yakisoba which was on their specials menu.
This has always been one of my favorite go-to for ramen... service is pretty decent considering there is normally only one person serving this small hole-in-wall ramen spot! The ramen is always the best and their apps are top notch. Noodles is cooked perfectly. Broth is A1! I got the Miso Black with an egg! You can't forget to get their gyoza... multiple ways of preperations they have available. My go-to would definitely be the negi negi one... basically a lot of green onion, nothing more than that! But, i did try out the garlic shrimp one and it is my new favorite! Calamari was nicely battered, lightly battered, seasoned to perfection. Nothing negative to say about their food! I love coming to this hole in the wall spot, but the only thing was where i was sitting. The big community is nice, but i was right next to the fan... convenient because we are eating a hot bowl of ramen. I just wish it wasn't directly at me. It wasn't a ceiling fan, its like a floor fan... when i sat, it was a big cold, the door right by the entrance from the street. Other than that, this will always be a spot i'd wanna dine for ramen! Ohh yah, i really enjoyed the cheesy gyoza too!
As always, this place is my go to for ramen. I usually order the black broth (very rich) but this time, I went for the Original White. It's nice and light but still tasty. I ordered for ajitamago but I think the lady forgot and she didn't check on us. Also, we used to order the bao buns and it comes in two, but now, it only comes in one (I guess? hopefully she didn't forget too). The place was nice but some part of our table was wet from a previous drink, it has a wet glass mark. Seems like the table wasn't wiped down. All in all, the food was amazing. 4 stars for now because of service and cleanliness.