Meshikou Ramen
A laid-back Japanese eatery known for its diverse and rich ramen broths, delicious chicken dishes, and vibrant atmosphere.
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Meshikou Ramen
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A laid-back Japanese eatery known for its diverse and rich ramen broths, delicious chicken dishes, and vibrant atmosphere.
"Meshikou is easily the #1 ramen spot I’ve been to anywhere. Their flavor is always on point."
Ask for Chicken Recommendations
Servers can guide you to the best chicken dishes, a clear highlight.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
Expect a wait during busy times like Friday nights; going early is advised.
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Japanese Ramen
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Mid-range
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Rich and Flavorful Ramen
Experience diverse ramen options, from silky chicken broth to spicy miso. Known for its rich, comforting bowls.
Crispy Karaage Chicken
Highly praised fried chicken (Karaage) with perfect breading and delicious dipping sauce.
Cozy Atmosphere & Pop Punk Vibes
Enjoy a relaxed, homey ambiance complemented by upbeat pop punk and emo music playlists.
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Ask for Chicken Recommendations
Servers can guide you to the best chicken dishes, a clear highlight.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
Expect a wait during busy times like Friday nights; going early is advised.
Don't Skip Appetizers
Consider starters like Karaage or chashu buns before diving into ramen.
Cucumber Water Refreshment
Refreshing cucumber water is offered to help cool your palate after spicy dishes.
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Ask for Chicken Recommendations
Servers can guide you to the best chicken dishes, a clear highlight.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
Expect a wait during busy times like Friday nights; going early is advised.
Don't Skip Appetizers
Consider starters like Karaage or chashu buns before diving into ramen.
Cucumber Water Refreshment
Refreshing cucumber water is offered to help cool your palate after spicy dishes.
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Meshikou Ramen is celebrated for its diverse and flavorful ramen, especially its chicken dishes, and crispy Karaage. The cozy atmosphere and energetic music add to the appeal. While many praise the food quality and speed of service once seated, some reviews mention long waits during peak hours and occasional service issues.
"The food here is always amazing, fast, freash and fairly priced. The staff are friendly and attentive. The music is always on point making the atmosphere relaxed and comfortable. Couldn't recommend this place more. The cucumber water was a first for me but so refreshing especially in this got summer we've been having. These are just my left overs and still looks to die for despite me eating the egg and other toppings."
Emily Binckley
"It's a large menu but you can't go wrong with their chicken. Just ask the server for suggestions and you will be fine. the broth is good but not the best in town. Service is excellent. I will be back for the chicken. They will give you cucumber water to help cool your mouth after eating spicy. It was perfect."
Mr. Branham
"Meshikou is easily the #1 ramen spot I’ve been to anywhere. Their flavor is always on point. And the music playlist? Pop punk and emo music every time!
Anywho, I ordered the Curry Ramen as I wanted to try something new. Pretty much their Sheo Pitan ramen but with lite curry flavor. GOOD! My wife got the normal Sheo Pitan ramen. Also so delicious! The pork Belly or Tenderloin option it comes with, can’t go wrong with either.
We ALWAYS get an order of the Karaage Chicken as well. The breading is fried to perfection, and the red sauce it comes with tastes so good! Their hot tea is also a great drink to add.
Highly, highly recommend this spot! Enjoy the vibes and even better food!"
Carlo
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Frequently Asked Questions
Meshikou Ramen is famous for its rich chicken broths, including Paitan and Chintan, and standout chicken dishes like Karaage. The Fireball Miso Ramen is also a popular spicy choice.
While the food is great, some diners have reported issues with seating groups together during busy times. It might be best to visit with smaller parties or during off-peak hours.
The restaurant offers a cozy and homey ambiance, often enhanced by a lively playlist of pop punk and emo music, creating a relaxed dining experience.
Yes, Meshikou Ramen offers a variety of ramen, including non-spicy and brothless options like Yuzu Soy Mazemen, ensuring there's something for every preference.
To avoid long waits, it's recommended to visit early, especially on busy nights like Friday. The service is quick once you are seated.
While chicken and pork are common, Meshikou Ramen does offer vegetable broth options for their ramen, catering to some dietary preferences.
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Its rich and silky chicken broth (enhanced with soy sauce) provides the sustenance we crave in colder months. And its colors showcase a turn of season, with the green of thinly sliced scallions giving way to the deep purple of kikurage (wood ear) mushrooms in a sea of brown. These rich umami flavors are balanced with the cool tang of bamboo shoots that serve as a lingering memory of summer.
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From the rich and silky Paitan to a lighter, subtler Chintan, and even vegetable options. Ranking third in the ColumBEST 2024 for Best Ramen, every choice here is a hit. My go-to ramen is the Fireball Miso Ramen, a spicy delight of chicken chintan broth, miso paste, and spicy garlic paste, with kikurage mushrooms, corn, white scallions, marinated soft-boiled egg, and pork belly.
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Tucked into a strip mall on Bethel Road, Meshikou has claimed a solid stake in Columbus’ ramen scene. Work your way through the appetizers like edamame, karaage (fried chicken) and barbecue chashu buns, then order from the ramen menu. Try the shio chintan with chicken broth and the shoyu tonkotsu with pork belly and fish cake, for starters.
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Excerpt from the full Meshikou post: “The Mala is a Silky Paitan Broth with an infusion of their house sichuan tare. Tare is an essential ingredient in ramen and is the primary delivery system of the salt and umami in the broth. The sichuan base brings a kick along with it, but with just the noodles, I wasn’t picking up on much of it.
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The first ramen shop in Columbus and one of the best places to eat in Columbus, Meshikou Ramen is a restaurant you’ve got to try. It’s a cozy space with an open kitchen where you can watch the chefs creating your perfect bowl of ramen. At Meshikou, you can choose from brothless ramen, cheese ramen, or soup ramen.
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Tucked into the center of the Bethel Center, Meshikou Ramen offers a dozen different options for ramen, from rich and savory versions to zesty and spicy ones. They also serve mazeman ramen, which are broth-less options. Meshikou features a full bar with sake and appetizers; we love the chashu buns and karaage.
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When I think about ramen, Meshikou is usually the first spot that comes to mind. I’ve honestly never had a bad dish there. On top of yummy eats like the Spicy Miso Ramen or the Fireball Tonkotsu, you’ll also be impressed by the super friendly and helpful staff.
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We all know Columbus can get a little cold, given the Ohio weather. But soup bowls will keep you warm and fed on any C-Bus day. Just start with an appetizer like edamame and continue your meal by diving deep into a bowl of noodles.
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- Rating: 4.4/5 (568 reviews)- Price level: $$- Address: 1506 Bethel Road Columbus, Ohio - Categories: Ramen, Noodles, Chicken Wings- Read more on Yelp
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