“This is hands down my favorite restaurant. The service is always outstanding even on packed nights, the staff is incredibly attentive, and welcoming. You never have to worry about your dink going empty here. Not only is the food great quality and absolutely delicious, but food comes out in record time upon ordering. As a regular here my go to order is tokoyaki as the starter, curry Ramen as the main, and mango nigor (21+) for my drink. I highly recommend eating here!“
“I don't think I've ever left a review here but their pork donburi had me in such a chokehold I have to come here all the time until I finally moved away. I'm coming up to visit my son for spring break and I will definitely be getting a dish to take home.“
“In short Great ramen shop with tons of sides and styles, including the ever-elusive tsukemen noodles. In long This part of Federal Way is where I spent most of my movie-going and arcade-going adolescence, and my grandpa's business was not far around the corner. I can't believe how many new roads and buildings have popped in the, oh, 5 or so minutes since I moved away. One of the many new strip malls that seem packed with interesting food choices is here on 317th, where Menya has opened their new southern outpost after great success in Seattle. They're the kind of place that keeps customers and even employees for years upon years, so it's kinda funny I hadn't gotten around to trying them until they popped up in my old stamping grounds. There are two sets of front doors and plenty of parking. You walk into a big, bright, airy, sparkling clean and modern cube of a dining room, with tons of woodcut and anime type art on the walls, tabletops, and even the dishes. They might not be able to make the outside feel like you're in Japan, but they're certainly trying to make the inside feel that way. Lots of bubbly pop tunes (I would imagine J-Pop) on the hi-fi. There are long communal tables, a few family tables, and a handful of 2-tops (which have unpadded chairs, btw). They're all over cleaning anything and everything the second anyone heads out. The menu has 3 pages of ramens and sides and a page of drinks. I got the iced oolong tea, which came out in a can but tasted better than plenty of fresh-brewed iced teas I've had. Takoyaki Wow, these are good, and clearly house-made. Generously stuffed with fish, covered with flakes, and dipped in the OG sauce in my case--and that is some very flavorful and delicious sauce. I need to work through the other 6 or 8 sauce options over time. Before I go any farther, lemme note that when ANY food served hot hits your table, it is coming in straight from the surface of the sun. Chicken Karaage Tender, boneless, good flavor, nice dipping sauce. I feel so much more grown up ordering nuggets when I don't have to say "nuggets" or "tenders." Spicy Miso Tonkotsu ramen I know, I know, I shoulda gotten the tsukemen, since it's hard to find and they're known for it here. They have a little cartoon table tent explaining how to eat it, for heaven's sake. My boy S ordered it, for his first time (would've been mine, too), and when the server asked how he wanted the noodles, he had to think--and said "mmm, cold." Our awesome server chuckled and said "good, then I don't have to judge you." They're all so friendly and nice and good at their jobs here. Anyway. My ramen was great--rich and creamy broth, which I really craved this afternoon. Spice as a seasoning component, not ratcheted up to stunt levels. (Too spicy for some folks, but pleasant and delicious if you regularly eat anything hotter than Sriracha). Fresh crisp condiments on top, tender and flavorful pork belly and egg. Everything just perfect, really--awesome chewy noodles. I'd put this place in my top 5 ramen spots, and I haven't even tried the specialty of the house yet. We were out the door for about $80 for 3 apps, 2 bowls, and 3 teas. Worth it.“
“After watching movie, we decided to stop by ramen and dim sum for dinner. Walking in , the staff is so polite and have us to seat and let us know to scan QR . And bring us waterTheir menu is pretty diverse with lots of ramen options, appetizers, rice bowls, and toppings for your bowls! I ended up getting the spicy miso ramen and it was so good. It definitely had more kick than I expected but it wasn't too spicy at all! The broth was rich, flavorful, and so so amazing. Portions were also great and reasonable. Would love to dine here again!“
“Whenever I come to eat here, all of my bitterness and evil washes away.The food here heals, it's always perfect, it's always good. The staff are always polite and attentive. It has a nice/cozy atmosphere and it's just relaxing. Nothing can beat coming here when your having a hard day.The food is so so so good!Parking: It's located in the front and the back of the restaurant. Normally there is always a spot for you to park in. The people don't stay for very long since it is a popular spot that can get very busy.Kid-friendliness: Yes“
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“We went here for a late lunch last week. We were immediately seated. Server was attentive and nice. We got the miso ramen, tempura rice bowl, the spinach gomae, the chilled tofu, chicken karaage, and edamame. The food came out relatively fast. My son loves this place, and he said that this place did not disappoint. My husband and I are don’t like ramen that much, so we got the side dishes. The food was good, however it was very salty and filling, especially the tempura rice bowl, that we did not eat dinner. Overall, nice place if you’re craving Japanese food at on the mall, but if you don’t like salty food, this place may not be for you.“
“Súper good !!! At first I was skeptical because I felt like the theme was the reason why it’s famous and the food might not be as good but I was proved wrong. The service is good and the food is delicious especially the portions! I’ve seen in other establishments how it’s around the same price but the quantity of the food is half of what’s served here. Definitely coming back !“
“Arashi is my go to ramen spot so far in WA. I have tried quite a few places here and I've had ramen in Japan and Hawaii. I would say Arashi is the most on par with the better of ramens I've had. It's my go to spot whether alone or with people for a cold day. The Ballard location is hard to find parking and quite small so I like this location in terms of parking and size. The main con is definitely how pricey it is for noodles. It's at-least around $20 a person but that garlic broth is just the best so far.“
“Not what I was expecting when it comes to Japanese cuisine, but was pleasantly surprised by the fusion/spin on Japanese dishes. The smoked salmon Rangoon was the perfect smokey salmon cream cheese pastry and I was more shocked by the Okionomiaki (sp?) was different than any other scallion pancake I've ever tried. Definitely a place to visit and great service too!“
“They had a new system when we went in wherein you can call your server the same way you call a flight attendant on the plane. We weren't sure what the appropriate use of this would be - if we need a napkin? If we are ready to order or ready for the bill? The staff is very friendly and attentive, if somewhat slow - hard to say where the hold up is happening, could be in the kitchen, as there is only one person behind the stove.“
“This place nails it! I came here with my mom and we were both hoping to remember the food in Japan while we lived there. We had the beef udon and the okinomiyaki. Beef Udon came out in a huge bowl amply filled with thinly sliced beef, fresh vegetables and perfect chewy noodles. The broth was very flavorful and they had a big bowl of togarashi spice to flavor it up as you want! Order yourself an okinomiyaki right when you get in the door. It’s big enough to split or share for a party of four and it takes 20 minutes to make. It is hands down the most authentic, delicious okinomiyaki I’ve had anywhere outside of Japan. If you find a better one out here, anywhere, let me know because I want to go! Atmosphere is quiet and dim, good place for a weekend morning, especially if you need to take care of yourself after a late night out. This is the type of place that has the proprietors wedding photo in her Japanese formal wear on the wall. Go!“