Okiboru House of Tsukemen: Discover Authentic Tsukemen and More in NYC

My favorite dipping ramen! Don’t forget to ask for soup-wari if you want to drink your broth. Their Tontori soup ramen is lesser known, but slaps just as hard. It’s a chicken / pork tonkotsu alternative that feels lighter and has a wonderful blend of umami flavors. Menma is also only a respectful additional $0.50, which I would recommend.

Incredibly delicious classic and dipping ramen. Nothing too oily, fatty, or salty. Every element cooked perfectly and all made in-house. Mimi makes the experience unforgettable with her warm personality and efficient service to keep the line moving but not make you feel rushed. Will be going back again soon!

Very high quality tsukemen in a small counter space. The tsukemen broth has a very strong smoked dashi with lots of concentrated katsuobushi bonito flavor. Noodles were perfectly chewy, and the lime was nice to break up the fattiness. The chasu was a little dry and could have been hotter. Also highly recommend the shrimp katsu pops to start.

One of the best tsukemen spots in the city. The noodles are thick, chewy, and clearly handmade, while the dipping broth is rich, savory, and perfectly concentrated, comfort in every bite. The squeeze of lime adds a bright, surprising touch that balances the flavor beautifully. The space is small and minimalist, more focused on the food than atmosphere, but service is quick and efficient. It’s best for solo diners or a quiet meal for two. If you love ramen and haven’t tried tsukemen yet, start here, Okiboru sets the bar high!

Tried the tsukemen here today. The broth is flavorful but noticeably salty, so dip lightly if you’re sensitive. Noodles are chewy and good. Chashu was just okay, but the fried croquette skewers were surprisingly nice. Fast service, busy open kitchen. Good for a quick tsukemen fix, just keep the saltiness in mind.

This place has such good ramen. The seating is very much like the ramen places actually in Japan. It’s walk in only, you sit down, and then pay before you eat. It’s really unique because they have both dipping ramen and normal ramen options. It was my first time trying dipping ramen, and I really liked how I make my bites the ratio I wanted. It’s usually served cold, but the sauce is warmer so I think it’s still a good choice during the cold weather. The normal ramen was more on the salty side, and I thought the buns appetizer wasn’t as good. You also have to tip before you get your service. On the bright side you can leave whenever you finish.

⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4/5 — Honest Review of Okiboru House of Tsukemen I tried their signature Tsukemen, and here’s my honest take: The noodles are the clear highlight. Slippery, chewy, fresh, and made in-house — easily some of the best-textured noodles I’ve had. If you come here for noodles, you won’t be disappointed. The dipping broth/sauce starts off decent — salty, rich, and definitely fishy (as expected with a fish-based broth). At first it didn’t feel particularly memorable, maybe even a notch below some other ramen broths I’ve tried. But it actually grows on you as you eat. The more you dip the noodles, the more the flavor settles in and becomes enjoyable. Still, the broth and noodle combo is the real star of the dish. I ordered the chicken, and while it was tender, soft, and lightly charred, the flavor itself didn’t really stand out. Good but not memorable, and you only get about one or two slices, similar to the pork. For me, the meat isn’t the main draw here — the dish would honestly shine just as a noodle + broth set. The staff were fairly nice, nothing exceptional but perfectly fine for a ramen shop. The biggest downside is the price. Once you include tip, a single bowl of tsukemen will go above $30, which feels a bit steep considering the portion of meat and add-ons. Some reviewers mention Michelin recognition, and I can see how the noodle craftsmanship might attract that kind of attention. Overall: • Fantastic noodles • Broth that grows on you — salty, fishy, and increasingly enjoyable • Chicken topping is okay but not memorable • Price is high Still worth trying at least once, especially if you're curious about tsukemen and want a bowl where the noodle + broth combo really shines.

We were in town for Super Bowl Sunday and basically went on a food tour. It was freezing cold so I wanted ramen. This place was small, you can see them cooking in front of you. It reminded me of Japan. Because we just ate, we just ordered the bao bun which was really good. The bread was light and the meat was tender. We got the fish and chicken dipping noodle and that was delicious. We got tired of dipping so we just poured the broth over the bowl. The lime & pepper made every bite perfect. Can't wait to go back.