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Ramen Ku-Raku
Japanese RamenTokyo RamenMiso RamenGyozaWashington Heights
Neighborhood Japanese ramen spot in Washington Heights offering Tokyo-style bowls and gyoza.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Washington Heights, Manhattan

Plate № 2260
About
Ramen Ku-Raku is a casual Japanese ramen restaurant nestled in the Broadway corridor of Washington Heights, serving upper Manhattan since the early 2010s. The menu spans Tokyo-style ramen, miso ramen, salmon ramen, and hearty gyoza — a range that caters to the diverse neighborhood. Convenient to Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, it functions as a local comfort-food institution. The straightforward, honest ramen is prepared with care, making it a Yelp top pick for Japanese food in the area. The relaxed setting invites solo diners and groups alike.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- One of the only dedicated Japanese ramen spots serving upper Manhattan's Washington Heights.
- Diverse menu from Tokyo-style to miso and salmon ramen suits all palates.
- Affordable, hearty bowls make it a reliable neighborhood go-to for a satisfying meal.
- Handmade-style gyoza complement the ramen menu as a perfect starter.
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About Ramen Ku-Raku
- Is Ramen Ku-Raku an authentic japanese ramen restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Ramen Ku-Raku is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese ramen in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is Ramen Ku-Raku located?
- Ramen Ku-Raku is located at 3952 Broadway, New York, NY 10032, New York, United States in the Washington Heights, Manhattan neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Ramen Ku-Raku?
- Ramen Ku-Raku does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in New York we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Ramen Ku-Raku?
- Ramen Ku-Raku sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese ramen of this format in New York.
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