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IPPUDO 5TH AVENUE, New York City - Midtown - Restaurant Reviews, Photos &  Phone Number - Tripadvisor

FAQ

Ippudo is well known for its tonkotsu ramen, and has been described as the most famous tonkotsu ramen shop in the country.
No, they do not accept reservations. Lines are usually long so go early or on off days. Helpful?
Two parting pieces of information: Yes, the kitchen uses MSG. Go with it.
In fact, the Shiromaru bowl uses ultra-fine rounded noodles, resulting in a smoother texture. Compare this to the Akamaru, which uses more angular noodles which cling to the broth more. The base flavour, or kaeshi, uses a secret blend of soy sauces from Kyushu.