AMAZING! We stopped right off the highway for some delicious ramen at this nice restaurant! The atmosphere is so cute with an exposed kitchen and bar seating. The staff is so friendly and helpful! I would recommend for a quick bite but also for hanging out with friends or even a date!
R H
Dec 31, 2024
5
I love the atmosphere in here and wish I had come hungrier. The seaweed salad was refreshing though and the sample of my mother's chicken yakisoba was also spectacular. There was a surprising amount of diversity on the menu including some harder to find options in the states.
Jason Sigman
Dec 3, 2024
5
Broth: both Tonkatsu and shoyu was delicious one of the best I have had in the area
Egg: only half a egg so a little disappointed but very tasty
Pork: two nice sized pieces that taste very good and are tender. Not very fatty and has a nice color
Spice: no spice and the oil in the table while added some spice wasn’t strong
Noodles: very good noodles perfectly cooked
Toppings: all very good toppings including a fish cake which is always nice
Mia Suresh
Nov 7, 2024
5
Great local restaurant! The food was delicious and it was some of the best ramen I've had. The Agedashi Tofu was so good, crispy on the outside and soft and jiggly on the inside. We also had jasmine tea, which was very fragrant.
Royle Sit
Sep 21, 2024
5
If you're craving authentic Japanese ramen, this spot is a must-visit! The staff is super friendly, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the quirky interior decor adds a fun touch. Plus, parking is a breeze with free spots along 9th St. or right across the street in the shopping center. And did I mention how quick and clean the service is? You'll be slurping in no time!
Ken Saint Laurent
Jul 26, 2024
5
Had the seafood Ramen and it was so good like super good.REALLY REALLY GOOD!!!!
The two ladies were very prompt and a pleasure. Will definitely be going back. Totally worth the 30 minute drive. Highly recommend eating here.
Steven Smeltz-Zapata
Jul 25, 2024
5
I’ll be back!
What a charming experience with lovely food and people! Ramen is my favorite food and whenever I find a spot while traveling, I always stop in and always leave happy. Staff is friendly. There is easy parking. Menu is ideal. Atmosphere is cozy and friendly. I’ll definitely be back!
Sushi B.
Jun 29, 2024
5
I love their dan dan ramen. I have had ramen all over the world and fell in love with their dan dan. The ramen has a comfortable, homemade feeling especially because the spicy topping with ground beef and carrots has a homemade texture (that I appreciate) compared to finely ground sauce. Other toppings are also spot on and the broth is very rich. I have not tried other items on the menu.
I prefer kiichi’s ramen to the named well known place in downtown durham.
I do think the ramen egg could be improved, sometimes its a little too well done. And the music inside is a bit too loud - they might also consider changing the genre of the music from edm to something that fits the vibe of the restaurant. I appreciate that it is an open kitchen and generally appreciate this restaurant being open on ninth street!
Coral Spirit
May 11, 2024
5
Service was great! The staff was really friendly and wished us well when we left! The food was actually amazing. The broth, noodles, and toppings worked so well together! We got the Spicy Dan Dan and Seafood, would recommend!
Tamarea The Model
Feb 22, 2024
5
I loved experiencing the Grand Opening of Kiichi Ramen on 9th street. The food was delicious and the ambiance felt authentic and welcoming. Our waitress was very helpful with making sure that everyone chose something they would like. I will definitely be a consistent customer here as long as everything remains consistent with the service and flavor at Kiichi! I had the Seafood Ramen (I think that was the name of the dish) and it was delectable !!
Wishing this new local business YEARS OF MUCH SUCCESS!!
Aishwarya Majumdar
Jan 16, 2024
5
Service: 5/5
Food: 5/5
Cost: 15-20$/person
Recommended: Takoyaki, Yakisoba Noodles, Fried Squid, Miso Ramen
Overall:
It's new popular place in 9th St !
Been here twice since it has opened and it has been a great experience every time. The staff is very welcoming and friendly. The food tastes great and the service is pretty quick. We have tried the following: Fried Squid, Miso Ramen, Agedashi Tofu (hot fried Tofu), Takoyaki, Yakisoba Noodles, and Matcha Mochi Ice Cream. All the food items were very tasty. Top recommendation at 9th Street!
