Make reservations! It was great we waited a few minutes and by passed the walk in line. The food was just right the ramen small was great so we could try other dishes. The agedashi tofu and squid was perfect
Eileen C.
Loved the ramen. Fried garlic was very good. Great service. Want to try the other dishes
Hannah M.
My family got this place from a Youtube best places to eat video, and let me tell you we were NOT disappointed. After careful consideration and reading reviews we decided we had to try the 'beefy wild' ramen and the Seabura ramen. Both were so so delicious. Unlocking the true potential of our tastebuds, truely. I can confidently say that this was the BEST ramen I've ever had in my entire life. We HIGHLY recommend coming here for a delightful ramen experience. They cook the broth over a total of 25 hours to get the most premium flavor and consistency of their beef broth. Furthermore, the service is amazing. Our waiter Jeremiah was extremely nice and helpful. We will be comparing every other ramen to this one from now on, and fear that it will never be topped.
Kyle K.
I've been many times now, and with our ramen I always get a drink. The seabura is incredible and has a lot of rich flavor. I also had the beef fried rice which was just as good. My only complaint about this place is the mixed drinks. They are extremely weak and taste as if there is no alcohol in it, I definitely believe there needs to be some revision in the mixed drinks department and maybe a little bit more attentiveness by the waitresses. Still I would recommend if you like ramen.
Amy B.
Beef musubi tasted great, the rice was nice and soggy-ish with a bit of al dente bite, the beef itself was a bit tougher than the beef inside the beefy wild ramen but it was still nicely slow-cooked and delicious. The garlic crunch on the top was great for some extra texture and savory flavor. I still greatly prefer their beefy wild ramen, but this is nutritious and tasty for a $5 price point! ;))
Megan M.
#12 of 52 (trying a new restaurant at least once a week) Had this place bookmarked for a while and I was craving ramen so we decided to give Kamitoku Ramen a try. We arrived a little after opening on a Saturday and got one of the last few seats in the restaurant. It is small inside so I understand how it can quickly fill and result in a wait list. At any rate we were seated quickly and given a couple waters. After perusing the menu, and spotting lunch specials, we settled on that. The lunch specials come with a choice of ramen and 1 choice of 4 pupu's. I chose the Beefy Wild ramen ($18.75) because I heard that is a must try. The 4 choices of pupu's were two different types of fried gyoza, karage and a stamina bowl. I chose the stamina bowl because I don't like fried gyoza and the stamina bowl sounded good. My honey got the spicy ramen ($18.75) and the stamina bowl. The stamina bowl came within about 5-10 minutes. It is a small bowl with a scoop of rice, some thinly sliced meat (tasted similar to bulgogi), kimchi and sprouts (I think). It was SO good! I mixed it all together and each bite was perfect and full of flavor. We both really enjoyed it. The ramen arrived a few minutes after the stamina bowl and my honey tried my broth while I was still eating my bowl and from the look on his face I knew it was delicious. He really didn't even have words for how good it was. I've only had ramen with a pork broth so this was my first go with beef broth. I don't even have the right words to describe how phenomenal the broth was. First of all it is a white looking broth but there is no dairy in it. I learned that the broth is emulsified and that is why it is so creamy and appears white. Upon first taste you immediately get slammed in the mouth with beef. I was so surprised at how beef forward the flavor was but definitely in a good way. The broth was incredibly flavorful, rich and creamy. My honey like his spicy ramen but he preferred mine. In fact I didn't eat too much of my broth so he could mix it with his leftover ramen he was taking home. The piece of beef in the broth was very tender and the egg was perfect! The portion size was perfect for me. The broth was so rich that I barely finished it. It's definitely night and day compared to every other ramen I've eaten but it's a nice change and I will definitely go back time and again for that Beefy Wild.
Penny P.
They've got good food. The service is great, pricing is acceptable. I wish the restaurant was a little bit bigger so there would be less line during lunch and dinner time. It is very small so when it's super busy, you'll have to wait a while.
Jannet L.
They have a nabe place in market city and this is the ramen version. Their thing is that their broth and meat is beef not pork like ramen usually is. We were walking around the ward area and ended up here for a super early dinner. Our server was very friendly and the restaurant is small and homey. There's a lot of ways their menu is presented - on the front, menus on the table, hanging on the dividers between tables. Don't miss their specials which aren't always in each menu iteration. I wasn't super hungry so I ordered the smaller size ramen but then bc I wanted to add and egg and one veggie it ended up being more expensive than the full size one. But the hub reassured me that it was better bc no food waste. We also got a side order of some dumplings that had a white mayo like topping. Overall food was ok, over seasoned for my palate especially the dumplings. The ramen was fine and I did like that the char siu was actually beef not pork. Hard to get ramen really wrong but also hard to make it memorable. Not sure I'd go outta my way to come here for ramen.
Jason F.
Awesome Ramen!! Had the $8 Beefy Wild special, tasty broth and noodles was on point! I can see way there was so much people waiting in line!! It is still worth the wait since they have friendly and fast service! Had the garlic tempura and naban gyoza which was ok to me.
Teri C.
Came here during their Anniversary Weekend after first dining at their sister Hot Pot site the other week - Ward is their Ramen site. It was Friday, around 7pm and everyone came here to celebrate their anniversary. We added our party of 2 on the waiting list... 20 parties ahead of us. 45min wait wasn't too bad. They handled the crowd well (quaint place seats about 50) and staff was friendly/welcoming. Ordered 2 bowls of their Anniversary ramen, gyoza and a beer. Food came quickly. Gyoza was deep fried with a nice, juicy filling - delicious. Bowls arrived with all that noodles hidden under this savory beef broth (Beefy Wild is a bit creamy) - perfection. We loved the flavors here, and will return. So glad to see Kamitoku doing well... cheers to many more anniversaries.
Kamitoku Ramen is located in Ward Center right next to the former Piggy Smalls. First off, disclaimer, I've only been here twice. And each time I've gotten the beefy yuzu ramen. It's my favorite yuzu ramen on the island. It has a crisp citrus taste with a unique beef broth twist. I believe all their ramen come with a beef broth base. There are 2 sizes to most ramen options (small or regular), but the yuzu only comes in regular size. My partner really enjoyed the spicy ramen. I tried some of the soup and it was TOO spicy for me! So if you're a spice lover, this might be it for you. Full warning, there are tons of red pepper flakes. So slurp carefully. Kamitoku Ramen also offers happy hour on the weekends from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM where you can enjoy some discounted drinks and appetizers. We enjoyed the takoyaki which is deep fried. So it's a bit more crispy than traditional takoyaki. Now you might be wondering why I'm not giving Kamitoku a perfect 5 star review. There are several reasons why..... -No restroom inside of the restaurant. So if you need to use the restroom in the middle of the meal, you'll need to exit the restaurant and use the general public restrooms near Tali's Bagel's. -In the 2 times that I've been here, I've been accidentally skipped twice. When you arrive, you'll write your name down on the wait list and generally the servers call the names in order. However, the sheet is so condensed that if someone before or after you have really messy handwriting, it can overlap into other lines and that's how your name gets lost on the sheet. -The tables are a little too tight for my comfort. Of course a restaurant wants to maximize their seating. But on our most recent meal, we were seated next to a disgustingly sweet couple that was enjoyed their meals with their mouths wide open, smacking away, and displaying crude tabletop manners. Not to mention their legs spread wide apart where I could step on their feet if I wanted to from the comfort of my own seat :) But other than that, I WILL enjoy Kamitoku Ramen again!
Joe P.
We were over by Ala Moana, and instead of eating at the food court, we decided to drive a few minutes away to Ward Center: We were glad we did. We started off with the fried ika app. The squid was fresh, tender and nicely battered. It was a good way to whet your appetite. Kamitoku's sig item is a beef ramen. I never stray from my tonkotsu broth w/ chasu, but this time I decided to go with the flow. I was very impressed! The broth was rich from cooking over several hours, and the one piece of beef made me full. I usually eat six pieces of chasu to get full. Our waiter, Jeremiah was a super nice guy and full of aloha. The ambiance is tight casual. We went off hours so it was not that busy. Ward Center is a nice alternative to the hustle & bustle of Ala Moana. The Center has a Nordstrom Rack, where I shop often.
Lala duncan (Lala)
Very Poor svc ‼️? ?? This place don't like to serve ONE Person. Unless you order lots of food for two people.Otherwise, they will turn you away. Food tastes okay nothing special.By the way, some of the items are very salty.This is my first time trying and will be my last time eating at this place.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Garlic Tempura, Beef, Deep Fried Gyoza Nanban
K D.
My favorite ramen spot on the island. Best friend rice, Kim chee and tempura garlic.Great service and small kine wait depending on the time you go.
Elaine N.
Kamitoku Ramen is a haven for ramen enthusiasts seeking a bowl of pure comfort and flavor. The beefy broth was life changing. Don't know how I can go back to pork broth. Its richness is simply unparalleled. Rich, hearty, and packed with umami, it's a revelation that leaves a lasting impression on your taste buds. The depth of flavor in each sip is remarkable, a testament to the hours of simmering and the careful selection of ingredients that go into creating this liquid gold. It's a broth that warms you from the inside out, comforting and invigorating all at once. And that tender slice of beef was to die for. It was packed in flavor and smoke.. and its thickness beats your classic chashu pork, adding another layer of complexity to every bite. f you're craving a taste of comfort and flavor, look no further than Kamitoku Ramen.
Make reservations! It was great we waited a few minutes and by passed the walk in line. The food was just right the ramen small was great so we could try other dishes. The agedashi tofu and squid was perfect
Loved the ramen. Fried garlic was very good. Great service. Want to try the other dishes
My family got this place from a Youtube best places to eat video, and let me tell you we were NOT disappointed. After careful consideration and reading reviews we decided we had to try the 'beefy wild' ramen and the Seabura ramen. Both were so so delicious. Unlocking the true potential of our tastebuds, truely. I can confidently say that this was the BEST ramen I've ever had in my entire life. We HIGHLY recommend coming here for a delightful ramen experience. They cook the broth over a total of 25 hours to get the most premium flavor and consistency of their beef broth. Furthermore, the service is amazing. Our waiter Jeremiah was extremely nice and helpful. We will be comparing every other ramen to this one from now on, and fear that it will never be topped.
I've been many times now, and with our ramen I always get a drink. The seabura is incredible and has a lot of rich flavor. I also had the beef fried rice which was just as good. My only complaint about this place is the mixed drinks. They are extremely weak and taste as if there is no alcohol in it, I definitely believe there needs to be some revision in the mixed drinks department and maybe a little bit more attentiveness by the waitresses. Still I would recommend if you like ramen.
Beef musubi tasted great, the rice was nice and soggy-ish with a bit of al dente bite, the beef itself was a bit tougher than the beef inside the beefy wild ramen but it was still nicely slow-cooked and delicious. The garlic crunch on the top was great for some extra texture and savory flavor. I still greatly prefer their beefy wild ramen, but this is nutritious and tasty for a $5 price point! ;))
#12 of 52 (trying a new restaurant at least once a week) Had this place bookmarked for a while and I was craving ramen so we decided to give Kamitoku Ramen a try. We arrived a little after opening on a Saturday and got one of the last few seats in the restaurant. It is small inside so I understand how it can quickly fill and result in a wait list. At any rate we were seated quickly and given a couple waters. After perusing the menu, and spotting lunch specials, we settled on that. The lunch specials come with a choice of ramen and 1 choice of 4 pupu's. I chose the Beefy Wild ramen ($18.75) because I heard that is a must try. The 4 choices of pupu's were two different types of fried gyoza, karage and a stamina bowl. I chose the stamina bowl because I don't like fried gyoza and the stamina bowl sounded good. My honey got the spicy ramen ($18.75) and the stamina bowl. The stamina bowl came within about 5-10 minutes. It is a small bowl with a scoop of rice, some thinly sliced meat (tasted similar to bulgogi), kimchi and sprouts (I think). It was SO good! I mixed it all together and each bite was perfect and full of flavor. We both really enjoyed it. The ramen arrived a few minutes after the stamina bowl and my honey tried my broth while I was still eating my bowl and from the look on his face I knew it was delicious. He really didn't even have words for how good it was. I've only had ramen with a pork broth so this was my first go with beef broth. I don't even have the right words to describe how phenomenal the broth was. First of all it is a white looking broth but there is no dairy in it. I learned that the broth is emulsified and that is why it is so creamy and appears white. Upon first taste you immediately get slammed in the mouth with beef. I was so surprised at how beef forward the flavor was but definitely in a good way. The broth was incredibly flavorful, rich and creamy. My honey like his spicy ramen but he preferred mine. In fact I didn't eat too much of my broth so he could mix it with his leftover ramen he was taking home. The piece of beef in the broth was very tender and the egg was perfect! The portion size was perfect for me. The broth was so rich that I barely finished it. It's definitely night and day compared to every other ramen I've eaten but it's a nice change and I will definitely go back time and again for that Beefy Wild.
They've got good food. The service is great, pricing is acceptable. I wish the restaurant was a little bit bigger so there would be less line during lunch and dinner time. It is very small so when it's super busy, you'll have to wait a while.
They have a nabe place in market city and this is the ramen version. Their thing is that their broth and meat is beef not pork like ramen usually is. We were walking around the ward area and ended up here for a super early dinner. Our server was very friendly and the restaurant is small and homey. There's a lot of ways their menu is presented - on the front, menus on the table, hanging on the dividers between tables. Don't miss their specials which aren't always in each menu iteration. I wasn't super hungry so I ordered the smaller size ramen but then bc I wanted to add and egg and one veggie it ended up being more expensive than the full size one. But the hub reassured me that it was better bc no food waste. We also got a side order of some dumplings that had a white mayo like topping. Overall food was ok, over seasoned for my palate especially the dumplings. The ramen was fine and I did like that the char siu was actually beef not pork. Hard to get ramen really wrong but also hard to make it memorable. Not sure I'd go outta my way to come here for ramen.
Awesome Ramen!! Had the $8 Beefy Wild special, tasty broth and noodles was on point! I can see way there was so much people waiting in line!! It is still worth the wait since they have friendly and fast service! Had the garlic tempura and naban gyoza which was ok to me.
Came here during their Anniversary Weekend after first dining at their sister Hot Pot site the other week - Ward is their Ramen site. It was Friday, around 7pm and everyone came here to celebrate their anniversary. We added our party of 2 on the waiting list... 20 parties ahead of us. 45min wait wasn't too bad. They handled the crowd well (quaint place seats about 50) and staff was friendly/welcoming. Ordered 2 bowls of their Anniversary ramen, gyoza and a beer. Food came quickly. Gyoza was deep fried with a nice, juicy filling - delicious. Bowls arrived with all that noodles hidden under this savory beef broth (Beefy Wild is a bit creamy) - perfection. We loved the flavors here, and will return. So glad to see Kamitoku doing well... cheers to many more anniversaries.
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Kamitoku Ramen is located in Ward Center right next to the former Piggy Smalls. First off, disclaimer, I've only been here twice. And each time I've gotten the beefy yuzu ramen. It's my favorite yuzu ramen on the island. It has a crisp citrus taste with a unique beef broth twist. I believe all their ramen come with a beef broth base. There are 2 sizes to most ramen options (small or regular), but the yuzu only comes in regular size. My partner really enjoyed the spicy ramen. I tried some of the soup and it was TOO spicy for me! So if you're a spice lover, this might be it for you. Full warning, there are tons of red pepper flakes. So slurp carefully. Kamitoku Ramen also offers happy hour on the weekends from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM where you can enjoy some discounted drinks and appetizers. We enjoyed the takoyaki which is deep fried. So it's a bit more crispy than traditional takoyaki. Now you might be wondering why I'm not giving Kamitoku a perfect 5 star review. There are several reasons why..... -No restroom inside of the restaurant. So if you need to use the restroom in the middle of the meal, you'll need to exit the restaurant and use the general public restrooms near Tali's Bagel's. -In the 2 times that I've been here, I've been accidentally skipped twice. When you arrive, you'll write your name down on the wait list and generally the servers call the names in order. However, the sheet is so condensed that if someone before or after you have really messy handwriting, it can overlap into other lines and that's how your name gets lost on the sheet. -The tables are a little too tight for my comfort. Of course a restaurant wants to maximize their seating. But on our most recent meal, we were seated next to a disgustingly sweet couple that was enjoyed their meals with their mouths wide open, smacking away, and displaying crude tabletop manners. Not to mention their legs spread wide apart where I could step on their feet if I wanted to from the comfort of my own seat :) But other than that, I WILL enjoy Kamitoku Ramen again!
We were over by Ala Moana, and instead of eating at the food court, we decided to drive a few minutes away to Ward Center: We were glad we did. We started off with the fried ika app. The squid was fresh, tender and nicely battered. It was a good way to whet your appetite. Kamitoku's sig item is a beef ramen. I never stray from my tonkotsu broth w/ chasu, but this time I decided to go with the flow. I was very impressed! The broth was rich from cooking over several hours, and the one piece of beef made me full. I usually eat six pieces of chasu to get full. Our waiter, Jeremiah was a super nice guy and full of aloha. The ambiance is tight casual. We went off hours so it was not that busy. Ward Center is a nice alternative to the hustle & bustle of Ala Moana. The Center has a Nordstrom Rack, where I shop often.
Very Poor svc ‼️? ?? This place don't like to serve ONE Person. Unless you order lots of food for two people.Otherwise, they will turn you away. Food tastes okay nothing special.By the way, some of the items are very salty.This is my first time trying and will be my last time eating at this place.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Garlic Tempura, Beef, Deep Fried Gyoza Nanban
My favorite ramen spot on the island. Best friend rice, Kim chee and tempura garlic.Great service and small kine wait depending on the time you go.
Kamitoku Ramen is a haven for ramen enthusiasts seeking a bowl of pure comfort and flavor. The beefy broth was life changing. Don't know how I can go back to pork broth. Its richness is simply unparalleled. Rich, hearty, and packed with umami, it's a revelation that leaves a lasting impression on your taste buds. The depth of flavor in each sip is remarkable, a testament to the hours of simmering and the careful selection of ingredients that go into creating this liquid gold. It's a broth that warms you from the inside out, comforting and invigorating all at once. And that tender slice of beef was to die for. It was packed in flavor and smoke.. and its thickness beats your classic chashu pork, adding another layer of complexity to every bite. f you're craving a taste of comfort and flavor, look no further than Kamitoku Ramen.