Shinmai

1904 NW Maynard Rd #102-2, Cary
(919) 377-1299

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Bao Bun with Vegetable Fritters
Carbonara Udon with Salmon
Steak Teriyaki Bento Box
Frozen Caramel Custard
Spicy Tan Tan Ramen
Kids Tonkotsu Ramen
Whole Grilled Squid
Chicken Yuzu Ramen
Chicken Teriyaki
Rose Jasmine Tea

Menu

Appetizer
Moro-Q
Crisp fresh cucumber, wasabi salt, garlic, and sesame oil.
Edamame
Boiled edamame, yuzu salt.
Grilled Butter Miso Corn
butter miso, parmesan cheese, nori, shichimi
Agedashi Tofu
Crispy battered tofu in umami dashi, lotus root chip, and bonito flakes. *dashi contains fish
Kanikama Mushroom
deep fried button mushroom stuffed with kanikama (imitation crab meat), matcha powder
Tori Karaage
Japanese-style fried chicken (4 pcs).
Tofu Salad
velvety tofu cubes, spring mix, 3 kinds of nuts, house-blend vinegar dressing
Bao Bun
Steamy milky bun with your choice of tori kara-age or thinly sliced beef (1 pc).
Corn Korokke
Japanese-style croquette with creamy corn filling.
Gyoza
Pan-fried dumpling with 2 choices: Spicy Beef or Vegetables (5 pcs).
Takoyaki
Golden brown octopus-filled balls, atop balls, atop savory sauce, and matcha mayo (4 pcs).
Okonomiyaki
Japanese-style pancake with tender chopped squid, bacon, cabbage, okonomiyaki sauce, mayo, and bonito flakes.
Tempura
Assorted vegetables, shrimp (6 pcs). (Vegetarian avail).
Beef Katsu
Panko breaded tender ribeye, shallot, grilled lime, and house-blend honey mustard.
Ikayaki
Grilled whole squid brushed with our secret sauce.
Grilled Lemongrass Ribeye
tender ribeye steak, delicate blend of lemongrass, fish sauce, and seasonal chili

Ramen
Tonkotsu
Signature-rich pork broth, pork belly, bamboo shoot, wood ear mushroom, green onion, 1/2 seasoned soft-boiled egg, and thin straight noodles.
Spicy Tan Tan
For spicy lovers - rich pork broth, spicy ground pork, bean sprout, wood ear mushroom, chives, cilantro, green onion, garlic, 1/2 seasoned soft-boiled egg, and thin straight noodles.
Seafood Shoyu
Chicken consumme, shrimp, mussel, squid, fish cake, bamboo shoot, green onion, and medium curly noodles.
Vegetable Ramen
Milky soybean broth, tofu chashu, spinach, bean sprout, wood ear mushroom, bamboo shoot, and thin straight noodles. (V) (vegan noodles avail).

Donburi
Oyakodon
Simmered chicken thigh, egg, and onion.
Gyudon
Thinly sliced beef simmered in sweet soy, onion, and onsen egg.
Chashu Don
Diced pork belly, pickled onion, and miso mayo sauce.
Chicken Katsu Don
panko breaded chicken cutlet, cabbage, katsu sauce
Unagi Don
grilled eel, seaweed salad, tamago, pickle

Udon and Soba
Carbonara Udon
Creamy sauce with chewy udon noodles with your choice of bacon kimchi or salmon.
Chicken Udon or Soba
Chicken thigh, fish cake, broccoli, wakame, and katsuo kombu broth.
Kitsune Udon or Soba
Fish cake, inari, wakame, green onion, and katsuo kombu broth. *broth contains fish
Tenzaru Udon or Soba
Traditional chilled udon or soba noodles with tempura (4pc) and dipping broth *dipping broth contains fish

Teriyaki Bento Box
Chicken Teriyaki Bento
Bento includes dashimaki (japanese style omlette), shrimp shumai, salad, pickles, rice, and miso soup
Beef Teriyaki Bento
Bento includes dashimaki (japanese style omlette), shrimp shumai, salad, pickles, rice, and miso soup
Salmon Teriyaki Bento
Bento includes dashimaki (japanese style omlette), shrimp shumai, salad, pickles, rice, and miso soup

Kids Menu
Kids Tonkotsu Ramen
Tonkotsu Ramen with our signature tonkotsu (pork) broth and thin straight noodles. No Toppings. See add-on options.
Kids Shoyu Ramen
Chicken shoyu broth with medium curly noodles. No toppings. See add-on options
Kids Karaage Rice Bowl
3pc Japanese style fried chicken over steamed rice
Kids Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl
Teriyaki Chicken over steamed Rice
Kids Teriyaki Beef Rice Bowl
Teriyaki beef over steamed rice
Miso Soup
Chicken Udon Noodle Soup
Diced chicken meat with chewy udon noodles in clear katsuo kombu broth
Chicken Soba Noodle Soup
Diced chicken meat with thin buckwheat noodles in clear katsuo kombu broth
Steamed Rice

Sides
Black Garlic Oil
House-blend Spicy Paste
1/2 Soft Boiled Egg
Steamed Rice
Miso Soup
Poached Egg (onsen tamago)

Drinks
Tomomasu Mango Juice
Tomomasu White Peach Juice
Coke
Diet Coke
Coke Zero
Sprite
Sunkist Orange
Canada Dry Ginger Ale
Sparkling Water
Bottled Water
Original Ramune
Lychee Ramune
Matcha Love
Brisk Ice Lemon Tea

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Recent Reviews

The food was delicious, presented attractively, and authentic. The portion sizes were a bit small for the price, but we just got to try a few more appetizers. Some in my party were not familiar with Japanese food, so it was a good way to introduce a range of various dishes and options. The staff was very friendly and helpful, with great recommendations. The parking lot is a little strange, be aware that you can't drive around the building.
October 2025
Tucked away in a quiet plaza, though sharing space with a rather conspicuous Starbucks, this restaurant is a pleasant surprise for those seeking thoughtful, well-prepared Japanese fare. The appetizers were light, refreshing, and clearly made with quality ingredients, a promising start to the meal. Our waitress was gracious and attentive, offering helpful recommendations that led us to those very appetizers before the main event.

The ramen delivered on its promise:...
October 2025
The seasonal Tsukemen ramen is unbelievable. The atmosphere is relaxing and the staff are extremely attentive and friendly. Would also recommend the Tonkotsu ramen with garlic oil and the agedashi tofu....all are absolutely perfect.
October 2025

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Shinmai

1904 NW Maynard Rd #102-2, Cary, NC 27513
(919) 377-1299