Karakatta

230 Thompson St, New York
(917) 261-6297

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Cold Kimchi Hiyashichuka Soupless Ramen
Taka's Shoyu Ramen with Pork
Spicy Ginger Stamina Ramen
Karaage with Spicy Mayo
Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen
Spicy Ginger Ramen
Butter Miso Ramen
Taka Shoyu Ramen
Pork Belly Bun
Karaage Buns

Menu

Featured items
Spicy Ginger Stamina Ramen
Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, a half boiled egg, pork belly, ground pork, cabbage, bean sprouts, chives, scallions, cilantro, shredded ginger, shredded and chopped red pepper and spicy oil. (*Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side, Removal of Ground Pork not allowed)
Tonkotsu Ramen
Pork broth, thin noodles, sliced pork belly, kikurage mushrooms, scallions, shredded red ginger, fried garlic, seaweed and sesame seeds. (Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)
Butter Miso Ramen
Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, pork belly, ground pork, leeks, scallions, cilantro and a slice of butter. ***Contains Peanut Butter*** (*Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side, Removal of Ground Pork not allowed)
Taka's Shoyu Ramen with Chicken
Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, chicken, cabbage, bean sprouts, chives and leeks. (Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)
FRIED GYOZA
Deep fried dumplings filled with ground pork, cabbage and chives
Spicy Vegan Curry Ramen
Japanese curry spice, wavy flat flour noodles, leeks, tofu, white mushrooms, scallions, zucchini and shredded red pepper. (add spicy: Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)
Teriyaki Chicken Rice
Chicken, scallions, sesame seeds, seaweed and teriyaki sauce. Served with miso soup.
White Rice
Medium white rice and sesame seeds.
Karaage Rice
Japanese style fried chicken, chashu sauce, scallions, sesame seeds and chili mayo. Served with miso soup.
Coca-Cola®
Coca-Cola Soda
Taka's Vegan Ramen
Vegetable broth with soy milk, wavy flat flour noodles, tofu, avocado, zucchini, tomato, mushrooms, leeks and scallions. (add spicy: Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)
Miso Edamame
Steamed whole edamame, salt and miso. Vegetarian.
Karaage
Japanese style fried chicken served with curry sauce and ponzu sesame sauce.
Taka's Shoyu Ramen with Pork
Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, pork belly, cabbage, bean sprouts, chives and leeks. (add spicy: Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)
Teriyaki Pork Rice
Pork Belly, scallions, sesame seeds, seaweed and teriyaki sauce. Served with miso soup.
2 Pieces Karaage Bun
Japanese style fried chicken, chili mayo and leeks. Spicy.

Appetizers
2 Pieces Karaage Bun
Japanese style fried chicken, chili mayo and leeks. Spicy.
FRIED GYOZA
Deep fried dumplings filled with ground pork, cabbage and chives
VEGGIE FRIED GYOZA
Deep fried dumplings filled with cabbage and napa cabbage
Karaage
Japanese style fried chicken served with curry sauce and ponzu sesame sauce.
2 Pieces Pork Belly Bun
Hoisin sauce, Sriracha sauce, black pepper and leeks. Spicy.
Miso Edamame
Steamed whole edamame, salt and miso. Vegetarian.
Takoyaki
Deep fried octopus rolled in flour, eggs, scallions, cabbages,seaweeds and parmesan cheese. Served with spicy mayo.
Addictive Spicy Cucumber
Homemade Sauce, ichimi, shredded pepper, sesame oil and seeds

Ramen
Spicy Ginger Stamina Ramen
Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, a half boiled egg, pork belly, ground pork, cabbage, bean sprouts, chives, scallions, cilantro, shredded ginger, shredded and chopped red pepper and spicy oil. (*Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side, Removal of Ground Pork not allowed)
Tonkotsu Ramen
Pork broth, thin noodles, sliced pork belly, kikurage mushrooms, scallions, shredded red ginger, fried garlic, seaweed and sesame seeds. (Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)
Butter Miso Ramen
Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, pork belly, ground pork, leeks, scallions, cilantro and a slice of butter. ***Contains Peanut Butter*** (*Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side, Removal of Ground Pork not allowed)
Taka's Shoyu Ramen with Chicken
Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, chicken, cabbage, bean sprouts, chives and leeks. (Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)
Spicy Vegan Curry Ramen
Japanese curry spice, wavy flat flour noodles, leeks, tofu, white mushrooms, scallions, zucchini and shredded red pepper. (add spicy: Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)
Taka's Vegan Ramen
Vegetable broth with soy milk, wavy flat flour noodles, tofu, avocado, zucchini, tomato, mushrooms, leeks and scallions. (add spicy: Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)
Taka's Shoyu Ramen with Pork
Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, pork belly, cabbage, bean sprouts, chives and leeks. (add spicy: Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)
Spicy Black Tan Tan
Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, curry flavored fried chicken, ground pork, onions, scallions, bok choy, black sesame seeds and spicy oil
Extra Broth
Extra Noodles (Wavy Flat Noodles)
Extra Noodles (Thin Noodles)

Additional Toppings
White Rice
Medium white rice and sesame seeds.
Grilled Corn
Spicy Oil
Spicy Paste
Bok Choy
Extra Noodles (Wavy Flat Noodles)
Marinated Soft Boiled Egg
Pork Belly
Extra Broth
Grilled Zucchini
Extra Noodles (Thin Noodles)
Grilled Chicken
Scallions
Fried Garlic
Avocado
Leeks
Chives
Black Mushrooms
Ground Pork
Cilantro
Fried Tofu
Seaweed
Grilled Tomato
White Mushrooms
Bean Sprouts

Rice Bowl Set
Teriyaki Chicken Rice
Chicken, scallions, sesame seeds, seaweed and teriyaki sauce. Served with miso soup.
Karaage Rice
Japanese style fried chicken, chashu sauce, scallions, sesame seeds and chili mayo. Served with miso soup.
Teriyaki Pork Rice
Pork Belly, scallions, sesame seeds, seaweed and teriyaki sauce. Served with miso soup.
White Rice
Medium white rice and sesame seeds.

Drinks
Coca-Cola®
Coca-Cola Soda
Sprite®
Lemon Lime Soda
Diet Coke
12 oz can of Diet Coke.
Ginger Ale
12 oz can of Ginger Ale.
Ramune
Japanese soda. Original flavor.
Saint Pellegrino Sparkling Water
16.9 oz. refreshing sparkling water.
Poland Spring Water
Non-sparkling water. 16.9 oz.
Bottled Cold Green Tea
16.9 oz unsweetened green tea.

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Recent Reviews

My absolute favorite ramen spot in the city. Great service as well. Crowded, but this spot is a gem. The pork buns are incredible, but the star is the ramen. I typically go spicy tonkotsu but you can’t go wrong here.
September 2025
Our Friday Night Spot 🍜❤️
Since discovering this place, my wife and I haven’t missed a single Friday. Out of all the ramen we’ve had in NYC—and even Japan—this one’s our champion.
The stamina ramen is my go-to comfort food now. It brings back the cozy, homemade feeling of something my grandma would’ve made—hearty, rich, and full of soul.
The staff are always warm and welcoming, making us feel like true regulars. It’s more than...
September 2025
Hands down my favorite ramen spot in the city! The spicy ginger stamina ramen is absolutely to die for—rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. Cozy vibes, warm atmosphere, and some of the best service you’ll ever find. A true gem.
September 2025

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Karakatta

230 Thompson St, New York, NY 10012
(917) 261-6297