Akira Ramen

2479 18th St NW, Washington
(202) 588-1510

Recent Reviews

Shae

The ramen was cold and it lacked flavor the spice bomb wasn't even spicy I took my best friend that lives in Texas now here and she lived in Korea and China and stuff and hated it asap I wish we would've just went to sakuramen so she couldve had a better time home but of course I decided to try something different. Smh she went and got ramen the next day with her mom cause she wasn't satisfied. SMH

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 3

Dana Muse

This is my first time posting a review. I had a very unpleasant experience with rude service from the waiter who served me today, on 03/17/2024. I have been to this place many times, both alone and with my friends, but today's experience has made me reconsider. The waiter who served me today was extremely rude and made my experience unpleasant. I don’t use chopsticks due to a hand motor skills disorder, so I always ask for a fork whenever I dine out, and this place has been no exception. When I ordered ramen, as I usually do, I asked for a fork, but I was told they didn’t have one. Instead, they gave me a small spoon, which I had to use for noodles. Imagine trying to enjoy your ramen with heavy, long noodles using a tiny spoon. I could tell he couldn't care less! I know the place, and I have been eating my ramens there with solid forks for years now!To top it off, when he brought me the tablet to pay, he didn’t show me the screen to tap and choose a tip, he simply handed it to me, asked me to tap and pay, and left. Later, when I checked the total charge, I realized he had already included the tip himself. While I don’t mind tipping generously for hard work, I expect some respect for the customer in return. It’s not too much to ask. I am very disappointed.

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Samara S

The best ramen I’ve had in town!! I don’t like any

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 4

April W.

First meal of the day and I'm glad I waited...I ordered the spicy Akira with curly noodles and an extra egg and praise be they remembered the extra egg on an Uber eats order- a lot of times when I order ramen they don't add the xtra! The ramen is tasty and noodles are delicious. Three pieces of pork, bean sprouts, mushrooms- it's fully loaded. Got a bogo shrimp tempura roll also tasty! It came with soy and chili

Haley Barravecchia

Amazing ramen

Alan N.

Stopped by while I was in the area. Unassuming little shop. Walked in at open and got a bowl of ramen. Service was good and the food came out quickly. The broth was rich and well-made and the pork was cooked just right. No complaints on the quantity, good noodles and toppings. Overall good spot, apart from the homeless people that might yell at you from across the street. Check it out

T. P.

The food was great. I ordered grilled chicken ramen and salmon skewers. Everything was well seasoned and fresh. The service was pretty quick, but I went during a sweet spot between peak lunch and dinner time. The ambience felt okay too. They have pretty nice decor and it has a big open dining area. I'd definitely come back when I'm in the mood for ramen. Please keep the prices the same! I appreciate the affordability so much!

Denise H.

Great service. Fast and exceptionally accommodating. Food quality even more fantastic .

Paola B.

Super super good! I came here on a whim after checking out the nearby bookstore and it was so delicious. The ramen was so good and they have lots of other options too (sushi, hand rolls, bento boxes, rice bowls). The service was really attentive and kind, and the vibes are just so cozy. Definitely recommend !!!

Heather Moritz

Delicious vegetarian ramen and friendly, attentive service. Definitely recommend!Vegetarian options: Vegetarian ramen is great; several sushi options as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kathryn Matthews

Checked this place out for the first time last week and returned again for dinner since we loved it so much. Really good quality ramen and the lunch special is such a good deal. Mostly the service was 10/10 and that is so rare in smaller establishments these days. I would return for the customer service

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Duy N.

Yesterday Dec 28th 2023 near closing time, we went there with a group of 10. Since it was near closing time, the kitchen crew were trying to clean but the ammonia smell was all over in dinning area, very foul. The waiter was nice and deducted 10% but some of us also got food poisoning today, not an experience we want to have again.

Maite Elacqua

Great food and service! Very

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jon W.

Food was okay. Smaller space and great for 2-4 people. The service was goid, but the food was average.

Will Huff

I had the Akita ramen and it had a delicious creamy broth, perfect noodles, and great mix of vegetables. The egg was excellent as well, but the pork was overcooked, tough, and gamey. I felt like I needed a fork and knife to cut it up.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

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