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ZuZu Ramen

ZuZu Ramen

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Noodle Restaurant$$$$
North Slope, Brooklyn
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    The experts at The Corcoran Group and Time Out New York recommend this place
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  • Rachel S.heart icon on user image
    Rachel SheppardNovember 8, 2014
    It's not classic ramen, but it IS delicious. The ZuZu has just the right amount of smokiness to the meat and broth, and comes with a lot of bok choi. Warms you to the core.
  • 7th.List
    7th.ListMay 19, 2012
    Taste: Thai-inspired green-curry-miso ramen (a moderately spicy bowl of soup garnished with fragrant sprigs of Thai basil). There’s Japanese beer and sake, the traditional ramen quaffs, and bar seats. Read more
  • Dianna H.
    Dianna H.November 27, 2012
    As per many tips already on here, we got the pork buns & the ZuZu ramen. There were pretty high expectations but both of these dishes delivered. The ramen is very unique (in a good way!) Try it :)
  • Larry M.heart icon on user image
    Larry MakSeptember 8, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The namesake ZuZu ramen is the way to go -- a taste of modern precision with a hint of nostalgia for the college days. The smoked char siu just melts in your mouth.
  • Ellie D.
    Ellie DDecember 4, 2012
    Green curry miso ramen is a MUST, even for a traditionalist like me. Fusion is done right at ZuZu, and enjoyable in spite of snarky service. (Why so angry? Have some noodles!)
  • Alex R.heart icon on user image
    Alex RainertDecember 27, 2012
    Many poo poo delivery ramen. I'm sure the purists know what they're talking about but sometimes you just want a noodle soup brought to you and they do a great job keeping it delicious as it travels.
  • Dam M.heart icon on user image
    Dam MarksonAugust 16, 2015
    Solid ramen place that's not trying to be anything other than a solid ramen place. Best place in Park Slope until you get to Chuko.
  • Time Out New York
    Time Out New YorkJune 4, 2013
    This Brooklyn joint is known for its creative, nontraditional ramen styles, including a hot-and-sour variety with shrimp and lemongrass. Read more
  • eric b.heart icon on user image
    eric bornemannAugust 20, 2020
    Great local ramen shop that is perfect to warm you up on cold winter nights.
  • Stefano G.heart icon on user image
    Stefano GuidolinFebruary 26, 2014
    If you are a member of Brooklyn Boulders, make sure to ask for the special deals!! I really enjoyed the beef curry noodles.
  • Alexandra J.heart icon on user image
    Alexandra J.August 29, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The green curry miso is so good. The broth is delicious!
  • Stephanie P.
    Stephanie PatafioSeptember 25, 2013
    Order the pork buns and the ZuZu Ramen. The broth is complex and smokey. I think I like this place better than Chuko.
  • Lea C.heart icon on user image
    Lea CeasrineMarch 15, 2015
    The noodles were mediocre in my garlic soy ramen bowl but nonetheless satisfying after rock climbing @ brooklyn boulders... thank you zack (sweetest, most precious waiter ever)
  • The Corcoran Group
    The Corcoran GroupJune 26, 2010
    Great ramen! Sit at the bar and watch the chef’s prepare your meal! The Mini Pork Buns with Braised Port Shoulder are to DIE for.
  • Bonnie E.heart icon on user image
    Bonnie EisenmanMarch 19, 2016
    Vegetarian options, tasty ramen, great service. Get the Zuzu ramen. ❤️
  • Grace W.
    Grace WuFebruary 18, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Hot and sour ramen is pretty darn good, with large bowls to justify the price. Perfect after a few hours at Brooklyn Boulders!
  • Adam H.
    Adam HillApril 30, 2011
    Green curry is among the best ramen I've ever had in NYC, original and really tasty...gyoza was different than most, thick and chewy
  • Village Voice
    Village VoiceFebruary 14, 2012
    Village Voice is excited to have ZuZu Ramen at the 2012 ChoiceEats food fest! Full list of restaurants here: http://ow.ly/8QjDQ
  • Village Voice
    Village VoiceDecember 28, 2010
    These guys brought braised beef tongue (“Ja Jiang Mien”) with Szechuan pepper oil, cilantro, peanut and crispy Nori to Choice Eats- try it out!
  • Sahadeva H.
    Sahadeva HammariSeptember 9, 2011
    Veggies will love the Garlic Soy Ramen and the veggie dumplings. Nice rotating beers on tap, too.
  • Kimberly A.heart icon on user image
    Kimberly AginNovember 24, 2014
    Get the pork or salmon buns (or both). Yum!
  • Lucas C.
    Lucas ChiJanuary 11, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Garlic soy and Zuzu ramen are a little bland for my taste - try the green curry miso
  • Joe M.
    Joe MorrisonApril 13, 2012
    Green curry ramen is unusual and delicious. Like. Not for ramen purists though.
  • Lisa L.heart icon on user image
    Lisa LMarch 19, 2016
    Good ramen, cash only, I prefer Naruto
  • sne345
    sne345May 30, 2016
    The "zuzu ramen" is the best thing on the menu
  • Jesse R.
    Jesse RoehrichJuly 17, 2011
    Try the pork buns they are amazing. The zuzu ramen is also a good way to go.
  • Christina V.
    Christina VermillionDecember 3, 2011
    The tasty morsels are delicious. Try the veggie dumplings or steamed pork buns.
  • Margot M.heart icon on user image
    Margot MazurMay 16, 2015
    The vegetarian ramen is pretty good late night food, but too salty for my taste. Whoever makes the playlists knows what they're doing.
  • Eric C.
    Eric CancilSeptember 30, 2011
    Have mastered the ancient Japanese art of taking 45 minutes to deliver a bowl of ramen to your table.
  • A.J. V.
    A.J. Van NostromJune 11, 2012
    Salty, white people ramen for the hipsters. Waitress acted like this was her last day on earth. Naruto on 5th is way better. I'm amazed this place is still in business.
  • Phoenix 💥💥💥
    Phoenix 💥💥💥October 17, 2014
    Go for the green curry miso!
  • Daniel L.
    Daniel L.January 30, 2011
    Order Pork Buns + ZuZu Ramen. Delicious! You will be coming back for more!
  • Arthur T.
    Arthur T.March 6, 2013
    Love the char sui here. Nice and fatty.
  • Rich A.
    Rich ArmstrongNovember 22, 2009
    Love the house ramen. Have had the green curry and am a bit ambivalent, though I like spice. Classic is just perfect, tho.
  • Dawei W.heart icon on user image
    Dawei WangJanuary 5, 2014
    Slurrrrp hard! Charshuu is awesome!
  • Jenny W.
    Jenny W.January 13, 2013
    Hot & sour ramen is delightful! Spicy!
  • Anthony R.
    Anthony RalloApril 4, 2010
    Get the beef curry noodle and make sure you stir it up and use your spoon to slurp up the bottom for yummy surprises.
  • Alison G.
    Alison GAugust 16, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Pork buns are almost more like pulled pork but really delicious!
  • Melissa K.
    Melissa KellyDecember 19, 2010
    Delicious! Do note that each individual cup of green tea is $2 (no free refills).
  • Filippo U.
    Filippo UmaniMarch 18, 2013
    Great ramen restaurant!!
  • Claudia L.
    Claudia LOctober 9, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Green curry miso is my favorite. I get cravings for it regularly.
  • Jason F.
    Jason FeirmanAugust 4, 2014
    green curry miso ramen
  • Beau L.
    Beau LebensApril 24, 2013
    Eh. If you're in the area and craving ramen, you'd be better off going to Dassara on Smith or Naruto on 5th.
  • Vivie B.
    Vivie BNovember 15, 2011
    A little on the salty side but good ramen in the BK....
  • Nestor B.
    Nestor BaillyJanuary 10, 2015
    Don't order the gyoza, it's just frozen bagged stuff you can buy at the supermarket.
  • leo k.
    leo kyivJune 13, 2015
    It is ok. not more.
  • Augie W.
    Augie WOctober 9, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Green curry ramen has fantastic flavor
  • Hankheart icon on user image
    HankFebruary 14, 2016
    Meats are not tender. Green curry miso broth was too salty. Overall just meh.
  • Jason S.
    Jason SwetzoffApril 11, 2013
    Only one vegetarian ramen dish...
  • Adam N.
    Adam NoahJanuary 29, 2010
    Mini pork buns are quite tasty - a good snack with beers.
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