Constantly have to wait even with half the restaurant empty. Tired of this place already. Waited 20 minutes already with the counter completely opened.
Johnna K.
Our Ohana usually enjoys eating here for dinner. However, today, we came for lunch. As always, great food and great customer service!
Clèm B.
One of the best and most original ramen I have ever had! It is not a traditional Japanese ramen restaurant but more an Asian fusion one. The menu offers several options out of the ramen and some original ones such as the mapo tofu ramen. It was an amazing combo of two delicious Asian specialties. It was generous, not too spicy and fulfilling. The service was very fast after we ordered, we did not have to wait long to eat. Must to try if you want to enjoy some unique ramen
Percy ..
The vegetable ramen with the Shoyu soup base was tasty, but was disappointed that their goma (sesame) soup base they were known for was not on the menu.
A C (WD)
I've been to Japan since then I've been craving for a good bowl of ramen. This is the closest I've tasted so far. I love the Spicy Tan Tan Ramen. I usually get level 5, a side order of goyza and a side order of their spicy sauce. The spicy sauce is good but I think it's a little over priced for such a small portion.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Paul B.
Gave this place another chance to redeem themselves since my child wanted their ramen. I stood at the counter to place a take-out order only to be ignored by everyone who passed or stood there and with that pathetic, if I don't look at him, he doesn't see me stinking attitude. Almost forgot, we tried to call in our order but nobody answered the phone after multiple attempts to call. I can imagine they heard it and kept just ignoring the call thinking that if they don't look at the phone that's ringing, then it's not ringing. Silly games played here, and instantly reminded me why I stayed away from here for sooooo loonggggg. Poor businesses these days gotta pay them more and receives less. I feel sorry for the owners! SMH
Leslie C.
My sister and I were visiting Hawaii and stayed on the other side of the island, we decided to get ramen on our last day of the trip. Goma Tei has a very high rating on Yelp so we were very excited to try it out! Truffle Ramen - nice broth, the noodles taste like soba noodles so it was unexpected Tan Tan Noodle with Wonton - the noodles are too soft (overcooked?) The service was great and plenty of parking in the mall! Overall, I'd give a 3.5 star but we were disappointed with the food.
komachi
one of my favorite restaurants i love goma
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lance Headrick
Fast service. Food was OK. Does not set large groups well.
Probably the worst ramen I've ever tried. Everything was so salty. Except the side dishes, the ramen was so greasy, salty with the unsatisfiable texture of the noodles per se. Wanton and pork belly didn't taste very fresh, especially the pork, very scarily greasy for the fat part but very dried for the lean part.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Teri C.
Our go-to place for ramen... and consider ourselves regulars (dine here at least once/twice a month). Been coming here for birthdays as well... "Eat noodles for long life". We always order the same thing... Ban Ban Ji Chicken, Tan Tan Ramen, Gyoza & Beer. They don't take reservations and have a waiting list (reasonable wait time). Located uptown of Pearlridge... closer to TJ-Maxx side. We love Goma Tei Ramen!
Scott C.
Overall, great food (had the Katsu Curry), attentive service, and a light family atmosphere. We are repeat customers:)
ELAINE LEUNG
Gomatei have always been one of my favorite go-tos when I'm craving some soup and noodles. Their menu quite simple, but that makes it easy for them to keep up with demands and quality over the years.My favorites are the Tan Tan Ramen (sesame allergy allert!), Banbanji chicken (sesame allergy alert!) and their chili sauces, I always get them with a side of the fried garlic topping. ? But my friend prefers the Wakame shoyu ramen and Teriyaki chicken (side), I've also tried those and they were yummy as well, but I'm a sesame lover so I just can't resist the Tan Tan. LolDefinitely recommend this place. Please do note that they have a sign-in sheet located by the front door (mall entrance side) and they do not have intercom or any fancy buzzers so you will need to stay close after signing in to hear their calls.Service is at a decent pace, tho sometimes you will have to flag someone down if you need something (like refills) and the staff are too busy running around doing one thing at a time. But the staff do not have assigned sections unlike western style establishments so you can literally just wave down whoever is closest for whatever you need.Kid-friendliness: They have keiki ramen options as well as fried rice plates. Their side order Chicken dishes are also perfect finger foods for keikis (just be careful as they can be quite hot fresh out of the kitchen).Parking: Since the location is in the mall (accessible from outside parking area) by Ross there are plenty parking options all day, just don't be lazy and expect to find parking right by their door unless you're very lucky.Wheelchair accessibility: Their back entry door is easily accessible from the parking lot for those in wheelchairs and the dining room have plenty tables that can accommodate wheelchairs or walkers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Tantan Ramen, Karaage, Char Siu Tan Tan Ramen, Garlic Tan Tan Ramen
Minori O.
We love Goma Tei, but this location is our favorite! Delicious ramen, gyoza, and curry! I can come here once a week and never tire of the seafood tan tan.They are always so busy, but they are always so speedy and friendly.Cheerful current pop hits, modern, bright lighting, and lots of space so they wait isn't as long as other smaller locations. AC is at a comfortable level and we can SHOP after eating at Pearl ridge.
Closest to Japanese ramen on the leeward side.
Constantly have to wait even with half the restaurant empty. Tired of this place already. Waited 20 minutes already with the counter completely opened.
Our Ohana usually enjoys eating here for dinner. However, today, we came for lunch. As always, great food and great customer service!
One of the best and most original ramen I have ever had! It is not a traditional Japanese ramen restaurant but more an Asian fusion one. The menu offers several options out of the ramen and some original ones such as the mapo tofu ramen. It was an amazing combo of two delicious Asian specialties. It was generous, not too spicy and fulfilling. The service was very fast after we ordered, we did not have to wait long to eat. Must to try if you want to enjoy some unique ramen
The vegetable ramen with the Shoyu soup base was tasty, but was disappointed that their goma (sesame) soup base they were known for was not on the menu.
I've been to Japan since then I've been craving for a good bowl of ramen. This is the closest I've tasted so far. I love the Spicy Tan Tan Ramen. I usually get level 5, a side order of goyza and a side order of their spicy sauce. The spicy sauce is good but I think it's a little over priced for such a small portion.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Gave this place another chance to redeem themselves since my child wanted their ramen. I stood at the counter to place a take-out order only to be ignored by everyone who passed or stood there and with that pathetic, if I don't look at him, he doesn't see me stinking attitude. Almost forgot, we tried to call in our order but nobody answered the phone after multiple attempts to call. I can imagine they heard it and kept just ignoring the call thinking that if they don't look at the phone that's ringing, then it's not ringing. Silly games played here, and instantly reminded me why I stayed away from here for sooooo loonggggg. Poor businesses these days gotta pay them more and receives less. I feel sorry for the owners! SMH
My sister and I were visiting Hawaii and stayed on the other side of the island, we decided to get ramen on our last day of the trip. Goma Tei has a very high rating on Yelp so we were very excited to try it out! Truffle Ramen - nice broth, the noodles taste like soba noodles so it was unexpected Tan Tan Noodle with Wonton - the noodles are too soft (overcooked?) The service was great and plenty of parking in the mall! Overall, I'd give a 3.5 star but we were disappointed with the food.
one of my favorite restaurants i love goma
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fast service. Food was OK. Does not set large groups well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Probably the worst ramen I've ever tried. Everything was so salty. Except the side dishes, the ramen was so greasy, salty with the unsatisfiable texture of the noodles per se. Wanton and pork belly didn't taste very fresh, especially the pork, very scarily greasy for the fat part but very dried for the lean part.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Our go-to place for ramen... and consider ourselves regulars (dine here at least once/twice a month). Been coming here for birthdays as well... "Eat noodles for long life". We always order the same thing... Ban Ban Ji Chicken, Tan Tan Ramen, Gyoza & Beer. They don't take reservations and have a waiting list (reasonable wait time). Located uptown of Pearlridge... closer to TJ-Maxx side. We love Goma Tei Ramen!
Overall, great food (had the Katsu Curry), attentive service, and a light family atmosphere. We are repeat customers:)
Gomatei have always been one of my favorite go-tos when I'm craving some soup and noodles. Their menu quite simple, but that makes it easy for them to keep up with demands and quality over the years.My favorites are the Tan Tan Ramen (sesame allergy allert!), Banbanji chicken (sesame allergy alert!) and their chili sauces, I always get them with a side of the fried garlic topping. ? But my friend prefers the Wakame shoyu ramen and Teriyaki chicken (side), I've also tried those and they were yummy as well, but I'm a sesame lover so I just can't resist the Tan Tan. LolDefinitely recommend this place. Please do note that they have a sign-in sheet located by the front door (mall entrance side) and they do not have intercom or any fancy buzzers so you will need to stay close after signing in to hear their calls.Service is at a decent pace, tho sometimes you will have to flag someone down if you need something (like refills) and the staff are too busy running around doing one thing at a time. But the staff do not have assigned sections unlike western style establishments so you can literally just wave down whoever is closest for whatever you need.Kid-friendliness: They have keiki ramen options as well as fried rice plates. Their side order Chicken dishes are also perfect finger foods for keikis (just be careful as they can be quite hot fresh out of the kitchen).Parking: Since the location is in the mall (accessible from outside parking area) by Ross there are plenty parking options all day, just don't be lazy and expect to find parking right by their door unless you're very lucky.Wheelchair accessibility: Their back entry door is easily accessible from the parking lot for those in wheelchairs and the dining room have plenty tables that can accommodate wheelchairs or walkers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Tantan Ramen, Karaage, Char Siu Tan Tan Ramen, Garlic Tan Tan Ramen
We love Goma Tei, but this location is our favorite! Delicious ramen, gyoza, and curry! I can come here once a week and never tire of the seafood tan tan.They are always so busy, but they are always so speedy and friendly.Cheerful current pop hits, modern, bright lighting, and lots of space so they wait isn't as long as other smaller locations. AC is at a comfortable level and we can SHOP after eating at Pearl ridge.