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Raku Raku
$$ · Ramen

300 E 89th St, New York, NY 10128
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Best Ramen in Upper East Side

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Raku Raku 7.6
Upper East Side-Yorkville
Vibes: Comfort Food Classics Quick Bites Champions Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Raku Raku is a delivery-forward Japanese restaurant just off 2nd Avenue whose vegetable ramen and noodle soups share menu space with maki, sashimi, and standard Japanese comfort dishes. It’s less about atmosphere and more about getting a hot bowl and sushi set to your apartment with minimal fuss.
Must-Try Dishes: Vegetable Ramen, Nabe Yaki Noodle Soup, Assorted Sushi Lunch
Scores:
Value: 8.2 Service: 7.8 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8.1 Atmosphere: 6 Cultural Relevance: 6.8
What makes it special: Neighborhood Japanese spot favored for delivery, where ramen and sushi arrive reliably packaged and still hot.
Who should go: Locals prioritizing delivery convenience over an on-site ramen bar experience.
When to visit: Weeknight dinners and late study sessions when you want delivery noodles.
What to order: Vegetable Ramen, Nabe Yaki Noodle Soup, Assorted Sushi Lunch.
Insider tip: Build a delivery spread—pair one ramen with a couple of rolls instead of ordering several separate noodle bowls.