New York · Ramen · casual
Chuko Ramen
RamenRamenProspect HeightsBrooklyn
A Prospect Heights ramen shop co-founded by three Morimoto veterans, including Japanese co-owner James Sato, serving refined bowls since 2011.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Prospect Heights
- Since
- 2011
- Chef
- David Koon
- Owner
- Jamison Blankenship / David Koon / James Sato

Plate № 310
About
Chuko at 565 Vanderbilt Ave in Prospect Heights was opened in 2011 by three alumni of Iron Chef Morimoto's kitchen: Jamison Blankenship, David Koon (chef-owner), and James Sato (Japanese co-owner). The restaurant brought a more refined, restaurant-trained sensibility to Brooklyn ramen and has remained a Prospect Heights institution for over a decade.
Neighborhood & visiting
Chuko Ramen sits in Prospect Heights, one of New York's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused ramen counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Founded by three Morimoto kitchen alumni
- Japanese co-owner James Sato
- Prospect Heights institution since 2011
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About Chuko Ramen
- Is Chuko Ramen an authentic ramen restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Chuko Ramen is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for ramen in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is Chuko Ramen located?
- Chuko Ramen is located at 565 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238, USA (,), New York, USA in the Prospect Heights neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Chuko Ramen?
- Chuko Ramen accepts reservations online. For an authentic ramen experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Chuko Ramen?
- Chuko Ramen sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for ramen of this format in New York.
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