Category
Casual Dining
Cuisine
Japanese, Asian
Open For
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
Price Range
$10-20
Dishes
Ramen, Rice Bowls, Japanese Curries, Buns, Crispy Tofu, Pork Bun, Chicken Karaage Rice Bowl, Tom Yum Ramen, Appetizers, Cocktails, Lychee Drinks, Takoyaki, Tonkatsu, Black Sesame Japanese Pudding
Features
Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in, Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating, Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Happy hour drinks, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Bar onsite, Restroom, Accepts reservations, Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, High chairs
Opening Hours
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Neighborhood
Herndon
Website
https://www.umairamenandricebowl.com
Phone
+1 571 752 6122
DirectionsUmai Ramen & Rice Bowl
9.42Umai Ramen & Rice Bowl offers authentic Japanese cuisine in a cozy Herndon setting. Savor steaming bowls of ramen, flavorful rice bowls, and Japanese curries. The compact space buzzes with energy, drawing ramen enthusiasts and sake lovers alike.
Umai Ramen & Rice Bowl caters to diverse needs with wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom, and seating. The restaurant offers a range of dining options including takeout and delivery. Outdoor seating available for those preferring al fresco dining.
Our weighted 10-point scoring system for Northern Virginia's dining scene balances culinary innovation, service excellence, and value for money.
Our assessment combines expert critiques, diner feedback, and firsthand evaluations. Scores above 9.00 denote Northern Virginia's best dining experiences.
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Notable Dishes
Ramen, Rice Bowls, Japanese Curries, Buns, Crispy Tofu, Pork Bun, Chicken Karaage Rice Bowl, Tom Yum Ramen, Appetizers, Cocktails, Lychee Drinks, Takoyaki, Tonkatsu, Black Sesame Japanese Pudding
Google Review Summary
Umai Ramen & Rice Bowl in Herndon is a cozy, authentic ramen spot that consistently impresses diners with its intimate Japanese izakaya atmosphere. Though small in size, the restaurant draws crowds for its flavorful broths and generous portions. Standout dishes include the spicy tonkotsu ramen, curry chicken ramen, and the five-spice ramen bowl. Customers particularly praise the chasu pork buns, karaage chicken, and the innovative khao soi ramen. The bar program receives notable recognition for its creative cocktails, especially the lychee yuzu sake drinks and sake mojitos. While the limited seating can mean wait times during peak hours, guests appreciate the quality of both traditional and fusion offerings, with several mentioning the vegan options like the lemongrass vegan ramen and crispy tofu as being equally impressive as their meat-based counterparts.
Best Times to Visit
Visit Umai Ramen & Rice Bowl during weekday lunch hours for a quieter experience. To soak in the vibrant atmosphere, come for dinner on Friday or Saturday. Arrive early to secure a table during peak hours, especially on weekends.
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