My friends and I have become regulars at this place, because the food is so good! The flavors are so clean. Though the sushi's were not the best, they are ok. The restaurant is a bit on the smaller side, so it can get a bit crowded inside. However, it's bern worth it every time. The gyu don and the spicy miso ramen are personal favorites. As well as their matcha latte. .
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Ramen, Miso Ramen
J C
One of the better ramen shops, the food was delicious, generous topping size, and server was attentive. My Tonkatsu came with 3 thick slices of pork and lots of bamboo shoots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Enrique He
great tasting food, the takoyaki is always good as well as the spicy miso ramen
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
KLAEYZ
Excellent every time. The tochucha tea noodles and rice are a cool new way to enjoy ramen and katsu dishes, and the ingredients are fresh and well prepared. The sushi and sashimi are the best in Bayside, and the chef creates beautiful presentations.Oh yeah, and the deserts are lovely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
IDA SAM
Traditional Japanese food here, worth to try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Deleon
I am always amazed at how consistently great the food is here, especially the salmon mentai yaki soba. The food is always out faster than any other restaurant I’ve been to. Finally, the servers are all friendly and attentive (shoutout to Irene). My girlfriend and I am happy to be loyal customers of Nippon cha.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leo Satvrn
NIPPON CHA WORKER ALICE IS A THEIF!I HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH HERI USED TO BE A LONG TIME CUSTOMERUNTIL ALICE CHARGED MY CARD AND MY FRIENDS WITHOUT OUR CONSENT BECAUSE SHE THOUGHT WE DIDN'T TIP EVEN THOUGH WE TIPPED IN CASH TO MY SERVER LILYTHAT WAS THE LAST STRAW!AND WHEN I COMFRONTED ALICE ABOUT IT SHE TOLD ME THAT HER BOSS MINNY INSTRUCTED HER TO DOTHAT IF I'M NOT GOING TO TIP WHICH I FIND HARD TO BELIEVE ALICE ALSO SAID I SHOULD ORDER ONLINE IF IM NOT GOING TO TIP WHICH I FIND MORE THAN DISRESPECTFULIM SORRY MINNY I LOVED THIS PLACE UNTIL THOSE INCIDENTS WITH ALICE YOU NEED TO VET YOUR WORKERS SOME OF THEM ARE JUST MONEY HUNGRY WITH NO RESPECT I HATE ALICE I WON'T COME BACK UNTIL SHE'S GONE!
Daniel Lee
TLDR: I regularly visit Nipon Cha and it never fails to deliver an amazing dining experience. The ambiance, service, and food are always exceptional. My go-to dish, the spicy tuna don, is a flavor-packed delight. Even my girlfriend's curry pork Katsu don, which is a tad sweet for my taste, is always enjoyable. I can't recommend Nipon Cha enough to anyone who appreciates authentic Japanese cuisine.I recently had the pleasure of dining at Nipon Cha, and it was nothing short of an extraordinary experience. From the moment we stepped in, we were welcomed with impeccable courtesy and hospitality, truly reflecting the essence of Japanese service. The restaurant exudes a beautiful ambiance, striking the perfect balance between tranquility and liveliness. It's a sight to behold as customers relish their meals and enjoy the company of their loved ones.The food and drinks at Nipon Cha are consistently impressive. I ordered the spicy tuna don, a masterpiece that melds perfectly vinegared rice, spicy raw tuna, avocado, and a gently boiled onsen egg. A symphony of savory, tangy, sweet, and salty notes danced on my palate with every bite. The dish was elegantly complemented with a side of delicious miso soup. I savored every bit of my meal, ensuring not a single grain of rice was left in my bowl.My girlfriend's choice, the curry pork Katsu don, was no less impressive. The curry, sweet and light as is characteristic of Japanese cuisine, was a delightful pairing with the crispy, yet tender and juicy pork. The dish was served on a bed of white rice, topped with a refreshing salad. The curry was cleverly served on the side to prevent the dish from becoming soggy. Although it leaned slightly towards the sweeter side for my personal taste, I found myself thoroughly enjoying it.Every visit to Nipon Cha feels like a mini vacation to Japan. Sitting by the window, watching the world go by, I felt immersed in a peaceful and serene atmosphere. This restaurant has quickly become my go-to spot for all occasions, whether it's a family gathering, a date night, or just catching up with friends.To anyone seeking an unparalleled Japanese dining experience, I cannot recommend Nipon Cha enough. Their consistent delivery on taste and presentation, coupled with their warm hospitality, makes every visit a delight. You certainly won't be disappointed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Tuna Don
YY C
They have also made a special menu for sashimi, which is very interesting and is a very good option for people who want to taste a variety of fresh ingredients but can't order too much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: tochucha ice cream 杜仲茶アイスクリーム
Peter Ying
Excellent food and service! Ordered the Sake Clams and grilled Octopus for appetizers. Wife ordered Tonkatsu Ramen with Nippon Cha Noodles! Loved it! For myself, ordered the grilled steak.. so tender and delicious! For dessert we ordered the Green Tea / Matcha Tiramisu! Excellent!! Recommended!
Friendly staff, kid friendly too. No changing table in bathroom. The food was amazing and the server was happy to explain the food to us! We loved the free tea and dessert as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Egg Ramen
Andrew Liu
Ordered from this place many times without incident. Their food was great, but this time, my wife ordered her ramen, and found a yellow twisty
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Dunling Zheng
The best tochucha and matcha
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dehidanin Cuevas Samudio
My favorite traditional ramen restaurant - great flavor, tea noodles, and excellent tea options ? Henry served us today with so much attention to detail and kindness. Been going for years now and the quality of the broth is unmatched. The takoyaki is my fave appetizer. Thank you!
My friends and I have become regulars at this place, because the food is so good! The flavors are so clean. Though the sushi's were not the best, they are ok. The restaurant is a bit on the smaller side, so it can get a bit crowded inside. However, it's bern worth it every time. The gyu don and the spicy miso ramen are personal favorites. As well as their matcha latte. .
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Ramen, Miso Ramen
One of the better ramen shops, the food was delicious, generous topping size, and server was attentive. My Tonkatsu came with 3 thick slices of pork and lots of bamboo shoots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
great tasting food, the takoyaki is always good as well as the spicy miso ramen
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent every time. The tochucha tea noodles and rice are a cool new way to enjoy ramen and katsu dishes, and the ingredients are fresh and well prepared. The sushi and sashimi are the best in Bayside, and the chef creates beautiful presentations.Oh yeah, and the deserts are lovely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Traditional Japanese food here, worth to try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I am always amazed at how consistently great the food is here, especially the salmon mentai yaki soba. The food is always out faster than any other restaurant I’ve been to. Finally, the servers are all friendly and attentive (shoutout to Irene). My girlfriend and I am happy to be loyal customers of Nippon cha.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
NIPPON CHA WORKER ALICE IS A THEIF!I HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH HERI USED TO BE A LONG TIME CUSTOMERUNTIL ALICE CHARGED MY CARD AND MY FRIENDS WITHOUT OUR CONSENT BECAUSE SHE THOUGHT WE DIDN'T TIP EVEN THOUGH WE TIPPED IN CASH TO MY SERVER LILYTHAT WAS THE LAST STRAW!AND WHEN I COMFRONTED ALICE ABOUT IT SHE TOLD ME THAT HER BOSS MINNY INSTRUCTED HER TO DOTHAT IF I'M NOT GOING TO TIP WHICH I FIND HARD TO BELIEVE ALICE ALSO SAID I SHOULD ORDER ONLINE IF IM NOT GOING TO TIP WHICH I FIND MORE THAN DISRESPECTFULIM SORRY MINNY I LOVED THIS PLACE UNTIL THOSE INCIDENTS WITH ALICE YOU NEED TO VET YOUR WORKERS SOME OF THEM ARE JUST MONEY HUNGRY WITH NO RESPECT I HATE ALICE I WON'T COME BACK UNTIL SHE'S GONE!
TLDR: I regularly visit Nipon Cha and it never fails to deliver an amazing dining experience. The ambiance, service, and food are always exceptional. My go-to dish, the spicy tuna don, is a flavor-packed delight. Even my girlfriend's curry pork Katsu don, which is a tad sweet for my taste, is always enjoyable. I can't recommend Nipon Cha enough to anyone who appreciates authentic Japanese cuisine.I recently had the pleasure of dining at Nipon Cha, and it was nothing short of an extraordinary experience. From the moment we stepped in, we were welcomed with impeccable courtesy and hospitality, truly reflecting the essence of Japanese service. The restaurant exudes a beautiful ambiance, striking the perfect balance between tranquility and liveliness. It's a sight to behold as customers relish their meals and enjoy the company of their loved ones.The food and drinks at Nipon Cha are consistently impressive. I ordered the spicy tuna don, a masterpiece that melds perfectly vinegared rice, spicy raw tuna, avocado, and a gently boiled onsen egg. A symphony of savory, tangy, sweet, and salty notes danced on my palate with every bite. The dish was elegantly complemented with a side of delicious miso soup. I savored every bit of my meal, ensuring not a single grain of rice was left in my bowl.My girlfriend's choice, the curry pork Katsu don, was no less impressive. The curry, sweet and light as is characteristic of Japanese cuisine, was a delightful pairing with the crispy, yet tender and juicy pork. The dish was served on a bed of white rice, topped with a refreshing salad. The curry was cleverly served on the side to prevent the dish from becoming soggy. Although it leaned slightly towards the sweeter side for my personal taste, I found myself thoroughly enjoying it.Every visit to Nipon Cha feels like a mini vacation to Japan. Sitting by the window, watching the world go by, I felt immersed in a peaceful and serene atmosphere. This restaurant has quickly become my go-to spot for all occasions, whether it's a family gathering, a date night, or just catching up with friends.To anyone seeking an unparalleled Japanese dining experience, I cannot recommend Nipon Cha enough. Their consistent delivery on taste and presentation, coupled with their warm hospitality, makes every visit a delight. You certainly won't be disappointed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Tuna Don
They have also made a special menu for sashimi, which is very interesting and is a very good option for people who want to taste a variety of fresh ingredients but can't order too much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: tochucha ice cream 杜仲茶アイスクリーム
Excellent food and service! Ordered the Sake Clams and grilled Octopus for appetizers. Wife ordered Tonkatsu Ramen with Nippon Cha Noodles! Loved it! For myself, ordered the grilled steak.. so tender and delicious! For dessert we ordered the Green Tea / Matcha Tiramisu! Excellent!! Recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gyu-Katsu Steak Only
Restaurantji Recommends
Authentic Japanese food. All taste excellent. Very reasonable price. Fried chicken is so nice and juicy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Egg Ramen, Miso Soup, Miso Ramen, Tonkatsu
Friendly staff, kid friendly too. No changing table in bathroom. The food was amazing and the server was happy to explain the food to us! We loved the free tea and dessert as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Egg Ramen
Ordered from this place many times without incident. Their food was great, but this time, my wife ordered her ramen, and found a yellow twisty
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
The best tochucha and matcha
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My favorite traditional ramen restaurant - great flavor, tea noodles, and excellent tea options ? Henry served us today with so much attention to detail and kindness. Been going for years now and the quality of the broth is unmatched. The takoyaki is my fave appetizer. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5