Dashi Ramen and Izakaya Cocktail Bar
$$ • Ramen, Tapas, Cocktail Bar
Hours:
415 E Chapel Hill St, Durham
(919) 251-9335
About Dashi Ramen and Izakaya Cocktail Bar
Customers' Favorites
Recent Reviews
Honestly, the best ramen I’ve ever had! Definitely would recommend to friends!
Delicious food. Can’t recommend enough
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
Dashi Ramen and Izakaya Cocktail Bar offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere that many guests find appealing. The restaurant is busy and popular, especially for its ramen dishes and oysters. The ramen menu includes favorites like tonkotsu ramen and shoyu ramen, with some customers praising the broth, particularly the delicious tonkotsu broth with extra pork belly. The atmosphere and service are generally good, with attentive staff who pay close attention to requests and provide helpful suggestions. Guests enjoy a variety of dishes, from dumplings and ice cream to oysters during happy hour, which are often described as fresh and flavorful.
However, some reviews mention inconsistency in food quality. For instance, a few meals such as mazemen and tonkotsu ramen were described as lacking flavor or overly salty, with one comment about the tonkotsu being burnt water. Desserts like yuzu cake have disappointed some diners, tasting dry and plain. Service experiences also vary; while some find the staff attentive and exceptional, others had issues like delayed appetizers. Despite these mixed reviews, many visitors appreciate the overall vibe, the well-executed dishes, and the thoughtful preparation. Dashi Ramen and Izakaya Cocktail Bar remains a popular spot for a casual meal, especially for those seeking flavorful ramen, fresh oysters, and a warm dining environment.