Maru Japanese Noodle Shop

I've been going here for years, and really love everything I have tried.

I've been a few times and the ramen is fine, the udon is fine, and the curry is fine. But none blew me away. I did love the potato croquette. I feel like there are tastier ramen options in Tucson, but I would still go here if I really wanted some noodles and those places weren't open.

I've had the katsu curry here multiple times. While being authentic, it's also the best curry I've ever had. I'm no expert, but come on. This is the best.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

First time coming here and it was awesome! Micah(sorry if I spelled it wrong) was super friendly as soon as we came in. He let us try a small sample of each of the broths, and the curry. All were delicious but the Tonkotsu broth was just 👌👌👌. My girlfriend got the Tonkotsu ramen and I got the deluxe curry, and we shared the takoyaki and karrage. Everything was awesome! We ended up buying a couple shirts as well. If I could give 10 stars I would. We will definitely be back when we're in the area again.

7/14/25: Came back 3 years ago, and came back again yesterday. Mica still killin it in the kitchen making bomb ramen. They've updated some of their ramen recipes and definitely updated the flavor! My girlfriend got the Tonkotsu ramen, and I got the Mega Buta Ramen. Both were delicious, the Buta had just the right amount of heat with the added spicy ground pork. The takoyaki delicious, the agadashi tofu delicious! Bought some more shirts to rep back in Cali, also bought a few little toys they offer for sale there. Again, we will definitely be back when we come to visit family again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The absolute best food and amazing service!!! They definitely have something special and unique! Will keep coming back for sure, and I live far away! It’s worth it ♥️

Food was great and Hector was friendly! Can’t wait to come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I want to give the people an honest review. Don’t go to this place. I had to wait over one hour for my food.
I worked in many Asian restaurants and this place does not have good quality food for the money. You can tell by the photos I posted. Look at the cheap shrimp and the cheap crab stick. It’s not worth the money. I’m not even mentioning the ramen.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Staff are friendly and chill, food is most excellent, and the soundtrack contains a lot of Japanese Funk. Great variety of dishes from ramen, rice, curry and sushi. One of my favorite places to eat in Tucson and everyone I introduce it to say the same.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

been here before so i knew what i wanted. ordered quite a few items: pork belly ramen, fried chicken karage, california rolls, and shrimp tempura. sad to say things weren't the same as i remembered. the ramen was bland. the karage was dry, the rolls lacked flavor, the shrimp was really small and the vegetables sliced way too thin.

the self serve bar was nice and stocked. although it couldn't save the meal.

the service was good, although the server almost gave away the karage to the next table.

I think the meal was an abnormal incident. I hope they improve and my next meal is better.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 3

The staff are awsome. Food is amazing. Service is always fast and on point. BEST katsu I have tasted since I left Hawaii. I always come back for more.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fernando Barajas thanks for the great service and good food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Soooo amazing

I wish I could give more stars!! Food amazing and staff is knowledgeable!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Probably a much better takeout place than dine-in

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 2

So delicious! I got the vegan ginger & mushroom ramen and holy moly it was delicious! The chef came out to check on us a couple of times and went above and beyond to make our experience a great one!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5