Kokeshi

288 Derby Street, Salem
(978) 594-4197

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Greg masters

Dumplings and the cucumber app were delicious

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ryn Z (Cynefin)

WORST ramen I’ve ever had. Couldn’t eat the noodles and couldn’t finish the broth. It was lacking flavor and over the top sodium. It should be a crime to charge what they are charging for this. Better off with a $0.99 packet of ramen from the grocery store.

Maria G

Heard great things about this place…if I ever return I’ll be getting food from the pizza menu instead. The ramen was crazy salty, I barely ate half the bowl. The other reviews are definitely correct about the insane amount of seaweed thrown in there too.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 5

Max Dunlap

Great service. Food was just ok however.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 5

lucapalooza

The vibe is weird since it shares space with an italian spot, the only vegan item was the ramen-like soup dish Very tasteless and i had to ask for chili oil and soy sauce to give it any zing

Yvonne Manfra

Enjoyed two lunches here with family. There is something for everyone. Servers were friendly and helpful, service was timely and food was excellent.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cristina Sherer

The farmer's harvest soup is incredible. The depth of flavor was incredible and the tofu even passed the test with our tofu-nervous group member!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Connie Oppy

Loved the Ramen. Our waitress made sure we didn't have anything spicy as I am a baby when it comes to spicy food.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Irregularity

Really good food but they charge extra for certain add-ons that they will consistently forget if you order takeout. It’s happened to me so often that I wouldn’t be surprised if it was intentional.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 2

Hobie

Way too much seaweed in the ramen, i got the Colonel Sanders Ramen a nd the chicken was phenomenal but the whole experience was ruined by there being basically a much bitter wakame in the broth as noodles, and the appetizers feel like a prank when it's just like... a plate of olives or a bowl of feta cheese

The service was incredible however, our server was excellent and very helpful

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 5

Janita McNeal

Pizza and ribs were great!!!

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Back Alley Bacon Ramen

Ilia Papas

Came with small kids and everyone was happy, which almost never happens. Back alley bacon ramen with spicy broth was fantastic, regular pizzas were excellent as was the gluten free pizza. Top-notch service to boot.

You almost never see a place with multiple cuisines get it right—this is the exception. Add it to your list.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pizza Margherita, Back Alley Bacon Ramen, Steamed Edamame

Ava Jaclyn Lanning

Most importantly, the staff here is incredible and very attentive. I’ve been coming here for the past few years and I absolutely LOVE it as it is one of the most flavorful ramens on the North Shore. I have to say, the consistency is really lacking when it comes to the quality of ramen. I’ve introduced Kokeshi to friends and family members and they’ve returned their dishes multiple times because of the pork cuts, overcooked noodles, etc…

I wish the consistency was more frequent because when it’s done right - it’s perfect. More often than not LATELY it’s not the same as it used to be. It’s really upsetting expecting what you are used to being served, and noticing the quality of dishes going downhill.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Spicy White Kimchi Ramen

Jenifer Murphy

Dietary restrictions: GF substitutions are available

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pork Ramen

Silver Tran

Came from Texas and was craving ramen, unfortunately the pork belly in my ramen was undercooked.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

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