I come to Hawaii every year and this is my first stop. I've tried a number of the ramen places on Oahu and this is definitely my favorite. My order is the same each time too. Black garlic original tonkotsu ramen, extra noodles, char siu, and egg. I love how much customization they allow: spice level, noodle thickness, toppings, etc. The quantity is probably smaller than most other places hence the extra toppings in my order. But it's definitely worth it. The noodles have just the right amount of bite. The pork is thinly sliced: not too lean, not too fatty. The egg is gooey, not overly cooked. It's not a huge space but they have a decent amount of seating. It can get quite busy on weekends so I prefer weekdays. Service is quick and efficient.

Delicious ramen and gyoza! The parking lot is very tight--it can be a nightmare to get out if it's already full, especially if another car is also behind you (we were the "other car" in this case). We were able to find free street parking just around the corner next to the auto-spa. When you arrive, I recommend signing in on the sign in sheet in front and then waiting outside (but still in view), even if it's just yourself or two people and there are empty tables. The wait staff tend to be quite busy and this helps ensure you keep your place in line, even as other parties arrive. The menu has some interesting/unique choices but we decided to stick to something familiar since this was our first time here. We each got gyoza and black garlic ramen. Ramen comes with thin style noodles but they can use thicker style noodles upon request. The food came out quickly. The gyoza was delicious, though my husband's gyoza was definitely more crisp on the bottom than mine). Ramen was also delicious! Filling and not too much food. Sometimes at ramen places, the serving sizes are so huge and since ramen doesn't keep well as leftovers, I feel bad for wasting food. This serving size was perfect! There is also chili oil on the table in case you want a little spice to your broth, though it's very flavorful on its own. Service was attentive, despite the busy lunch crowd. From other reviews, it seems like they have a punch card but we weren't asked for one or offered one. Sounds like they have a great happy hour though!

If you're a ramen lover, Golden Pork Tonkotsu Ramen Bar is a must-visit spot in Honolulu! Tucked away with parking in the back (though be warned--it's a tight squeeze with only 5-6 spots), this place delivers on all fronts. We somehow managed to park our huge SUV, but this lot is definitely not for the faint-hearted. Now, on to the food: we ordered the Spicy Red Miso Dragon Ramen, tako yaki, and golden pork bun. Everything was incredibly flavorful, and the ramen had just the right amount of spice and richness. The tako yaki was perfectly crispy outside and tender inside, while the golden pork bun was pillowy and packed with savory goodness. The service was fantastic, with attentive staff making the experience even more enjoyable. This cozy ramen bar has easily secured a spot in our top three favorite ramen places. If you're in Honolulu, make sure to stop by--you won't regret it!

Finally had all of us eat here tonight. There is street parking, or a small parking lot right before the restaurant. We will drive around to look for parking because that's how good the noodles are here. The resto is small and quaint but worth waiting for! Hands down the best garlic noodles!

My favorite is the classic golden pork ramen. The thin noodles really complement the delicate slices of chashu pork and soak up the flavor of the tonkotsu broth. They also offer half-size portions of ramen for those who have a smaller appetite.

We came here on a Saturday night and it was pretty packed! There was a bit of a wait when we came, but the line moved pretty fast. Service was a bit slow, since they only had very little staff. We tried their black garlic tsukemen and spicy ramen. The spicy ramen was pretty average, but their black garlic tsukemen was really good! The broth was really tasty. The size can be a bit small and they don't give you a bunch of meat, so definitely order an appetizer if you want to be full. Definitely try out their black garlic ramen or tsukemen if you ever visit!

Happy hour here is great! Come at opening and park in the TINY lot in the back. The turn is right before the shop, so you can easily miss it. And good luck because there's about 5 spaces and one narrow way in and out. The other option is to wait for street parking to open up. It's a nice restaurant, casual, but very clean and Japanese-y. I liked the decor. It was pretty empty the whole time we were there, but the staff kept insisting on seating the few customers close to each other so we were all on one side of the restaurant - not sure what was up with that. This time I didn't order any ramen. Just ate pupus off the happy hour menu. Still a great deal. The pork buns are a solid crowd favorite. My friend really liked the karaage and the spicy eggs. Gyoza was nicely pan fried, but I didn't love the filling. It was good, but I've definitely had better. The cucumber was a nice fresh addition to the other dishes. If I was more hungry, I would have ordered a bowl of ramen, but couldn't handle it this time. We were so full after just pupus. Anyway, nice place, terrible parking situation, but good food, and good selection for happy hour. I hope to be back again.

Nestled in a cozy, unassuming corner of the city, this ramen shop may be small, but it delivers an experience that's anything but ordinary. From the moment you step in, the warmth of the staff is palpable. The intimate setting, with its minimalist décor and just a handful of seats, makes it feel like a hidden gem that only a lucky few know about. The service is exceptional--attentive but never overbearing. The staff are always ready with a smile, quick to offer recommendations if you're torn between their mouthwatering options. And then there's the ramen. Each bowl is a masterpiece, brimming with rich, flavorful broth that's been simmered to perfection. The noodles are cooked just right--firm yet tender--and the toppings are fresh and generous. Whether you go for the classic tonkotsu, the miso, or a spicy variation, you're in for a treat. Every bite bursts with umami and soul-warming goodness.

Going with a family of 6 we got to try a lot of different dishes! Parking: located on a busy street, we parked on the opposite side on the street. I am not sure if there is parking specific to the restaurant. The gyoza was pan fried beautifully and had a nice crunch to them. The black garlic ramen was my favorite out of the dishes we ordered. The tonkatsu was tender and not too thick. The noodles were chewy and fresh. We especially knew they were fresh because when we ordered extra, the waiter told us it would take 7 mins to come out. My favorite topping would probably have to be the chopped wood ear! I wish more places offered it. The tsukemen could have been good but we may gotten the wrong flavor for our taste. It was spicy and a bit sour. But the noodles were so yummy! They were a thicker noodle than the ramen noodle and just as chewy and delicious.