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Daikaya
Ramen Restaurant, Noodle Restaurant, and Japanese Restaurant$$$$
Chinatown, Washington
The experts at Eater and Washington Post recommend this place
"Always crowded, but the spicy miso ramen was really delicious!"(14 Tips)
"I vote Ship + egg (you must add an egg) + spice bomb on the side."(13 Tips)
"Get the shoyu ramen with pork belly - delicious!"(8 Tips)
"The izakaya upstairs is really great for gluten free diners"(5 Tips)
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You'll have to wait but it's worth it. Get anything with a spice bomb and you'll be happy.
Atlanta Food & Wine FestivalMay 2, 2014Head to Atlanta Food & Wine Festival May 29 – June 1 as Daikaya’s Chef Fukushima teaches how unique beverages, from sakes to infused cocktails, influences his tapas-style menu. Read more
Tram LeMarch 23, 2016The upstairs restaurant is the best!! Amazing small plates of Japanese inspired food.
Renato KTDecember 12, 2016Ramen (Misso) and guioza was good but not perfect. Very crowded and the waiting list was poorly organized. However the waiter was very friendly, helpful and efficient.
Francisco CanalesJanuary 2, 2017Probably one of the best noodles in D.C. Spicy noodles are fantastic ! And not that spicy
Faith Cabico-ArshonMarch 31, 2013Apparently, we just found out that there's a bar upstairs that serves cocktails and small plates. And, the first floor is just ramen and gyoza.
CharleneSeptember 8, 2013Try the pork and Brussels sprouts skewers, okonomiyaki style, and the cod roe spaghetti!
Sophia HJanuary 11, 2017Best ramen noodles I've ever had! Chashu pork was fantastic. Soup was a bit salty though
ketzirah lesserOctober 15, 2013Fantastic food. Listen to the chef and select dishes in order from the menu groups!
Elana Zygman BaninOctober 10, 2016Vegetarian ramen is amazing!! So full of vegetables and broth is so savory.- Alex LinkeyAugust 18, 2019Delicious ramen and friendly staff! A little crowded but great atmosphere.
- I love the inclusion of Brussels sprouts in the vegetarian ramen.
Tourist tip: Shio ramen with extra noodle, corn, and butter. Yes, butter.
Melissa MonsalveOctober 13, 2015Okay, yes, this lives up to hype and was worth the nearly hour wait on a rainy Saturday, but the ramen was just so damn good.
Nicole TsengApril 17, 2016Stuffed cabbage at the Izakaya is real good - the perfect delicious comfort food
Lucas BlairJuly 19, 2019Very overacted. It’s not bad, but Bantam literally around the corner is so much better. Added bonus, they don’t load you up with bean sprouts like Daikaya.
Sit at the bar for close up view of the action. 3 person crew. 1 on wok. 1 on noodles. 1 on broth.
Spicy miso is amazing. Must order. Why don't they have it on the permanent menu?!!
Get the shio ramen. Add the egg. Skip extra noodles. Displaces too much of the delicious broth.
Joanna PoeAugust 30, 2013Good enough ramen if you have been missing it. This place is super loud though, so don't go expecting to be able to chat with friends.
Renaissance HotelsOctober 2, 2013Ponzu-filled, grilled avocado with wasabi is a must. Use a spoon. Trust us.
Liane WeissenbergerOctober 12, 2013Great service and amazing food. Try the salmon rice bowl for a little few spoonfuls of deliciousness
- Get chawanmushi, pork Brussels sprouts, pork miso rice ball. Edamame good for happy hour. Chicken thigh and beef tenderloin skewers were well cooked but disappointingly bland.
At the Izakaya upstairs: get the chawanmushi and the mentaiko!
Rachel RubensteinSeptember 6, 2014Crab & corn croquettes were really delicious. Good happy hour with food & drinks!
Kristen PeiranoApril 28, 2015Always save room for dessert !!! Surprisingly delicious and great service
dope - the ramen soup with the egg is so dope. i could drink that broth all day...
Awesome! Amazing tuna poke, eggplant, grilled Avocado, fried garlic.
Shio or shiyo won't disappoint. As long as you get da spice bomb. Boom.
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Open until 10:30 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Tue, Sun
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Wed–Thu
- 11:00 AM–10:30 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(202) 589-1600
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Dining Options
Bar Service
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.2
"We loved the Shoyu Tori Paitan Ramen but whichever Ramen you choose, make sure to add on the roasted chicken quarter!"
Behrad Eats - 8.0
"This is one of the best ramen places I've been to in DC. The Chashu Buns are amazing! To top it all off the customer service is perfect!!"
Eboni Washington - 8.8
"Got the Shoyu on my first visit and it was excellent. Great Broth and noodles which seem basic but really make or break my Ramen experience. Take out was quick and very convenient as well!"
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