ZipPicks Awards
Best Ramen in Forest Hills
Master Critic Review
Kyuramen - Forest Hills
8.3
A big-room ramen chain outpost that’s built for repeatable bowls at scale—rich tonkotsu, solid noodles, and a smooth ordering rhythm that rarely breaks. It’s strongest when you treat it like a set play: one ramen, one bun or small side, and stop before the table gets heavy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tonkotsu shoyu ramen, Spicy miso ramen, Pork bao bun
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 8.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: High-volume ramen execution that stays steady bowl-to-bowl.
Who should go: Ramen regulars who want consistency
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for easy seating
What to order: Tonkotsu shoyu, spicy miso, pork bao
Insider tip: Keep it to ramen + one bun so everything stays hot.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking along Queens Boulevard and side streets; availability drops significantly after 6pm. No dedicated lot.
Dress code: Casual—jeans and sneakers are standard. No need to dress up.
Noise level: Moderate to loud during peak hours; conversation is fine but not intimate when the room is full.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes during peak hours; shorter if you arrive early or later in the evening
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait or a brief 5–10 minute wait
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—vegetarian ramen options are available.
Vegan options: Limited—some bowls can be adapted, but choices are fewer and worth confirming when ordering.
Gluten-free options: Very limited—traditional ramen noodles contain wheat; substitutions are not consistently available.
Best For
Better for: Consistent, reliable ramen in a large, efficient dining room that can handle groups and repeat visits.
Skip if: You want a quiet, intimate ramen bar or a highly specialized, chef-driven bowl.