Tabetomo – Japanese
Steam rises from bubbling cauldrons in this high-energy sanctuary, where the air is thick with the savory perfume of tonkotsu broth simmered to a velvety, collagen-rich perfection. Diners engage in the tactile ritual of tsukemen, dipping chilled, house-made noodles into concentrated elixirs that burst with deep umami and smoky complexity. Amidst the industrial-chic surroundings, every bowl becomes a celebration of patience and craft, delivering a bold, soul-stirring experience that redefines the boundaries of traditional ramen.
131 Avenue A, 10009 +1-646-850-6414 http://tabetomonyc.com/Rating: 4.6/5 (1097 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, dairy-free, low-carb, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, atkins, gerd, alkaline, aip, tlc, renal, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb
What diners are saying
Diners consistently rave about the massive portions and incredible value at this ramen spot, highlighting the rich, full-bodied broth and perfectly chewy noodles. Standout dishes include the Tonkotsu Chashu Tsukemen and the torched mackerel appetizer, which guests describe as flavorful and refreshing. Reviewers also praise the hospitable service and clean, comfortable atmosphere, noting that while wait times can occur, the "huge" bowls and high-quality toppings—like the silky tofu and juicy karaage—make it well worth the visit.
Menu
Kobachi (Small Bites)
Small appetizers and bites
- Three Kinds of Sakizuke - $12: Chef's selection of seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- House Salad - $8: Vegetables with a roasted soy sauce dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Edamame - $7: Seasoned soybeans (+$1 for garlic flavored) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Croquette - $7: Fried mash potato cakes with crab or corn Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Pan-Fried Gyoza - $8: Japanese pan-fried pork dumplings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Tori-Kawa - $8: Crispy chicken skin with house sauces Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Karaage Chicken - $10: Japanese fried chicken with tartar or ponzu sauces
- Takoyaki - $8: "Octopus balls" with diced octopus, batter, and house sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Tonpei Yaki - $12: Savory pork and cabbage omelette
- Otsukemono - $7: Assortment of homemade Japanese pickles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Tempura
Japanese deep-fried bites
- Shrimp Tempura - $12: Deep-fried shrimp Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Vegetable Tempura - $9: Deep-fried eggplant and vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Mix Tempura - $15: Mix of shrimp and vegetables Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Omusubi (Rice Balls)
Rice balls with various fillings
- Salmon Omusubi - $4: Rice ball with salmon filling Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Macrobiotic
- Tuna Mayo Omusubi - $4: Rice ball with tuna mayo filling Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Chashu Pork Omusubi - $4: Rice ball with chashu pork filling Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Karaage Fried Chicken Omusubi - $4: Rice ball with fried chicken filling
- Kombu Seaweed Omusubi - $4: Rice ball with kombu seaweed filling Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Tsukemen
Signature dipping noodles
- Tonkotsu Tsukemen - $18: Dipping noodles with pork broth, chashu slices and vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber
- Tonkotsu Chashu Tsukemen - $23: Dipping noodles with pork broth, seasoned soft boiled egg, pork chashu and vegetables
- Megamori Tsukemen Challenge - $65: Largest bowl of tsukemen in New York City
- Yasai Vegetable Tsukemen - $17: Traditional tsukemen with vegetarian broth and seasonal toppings
Ramen
Jiro-style ramen
- Tonkotsu Jiro Ramen - $18: Pork broth with slices of pork chashu and vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Tonkotsu Chashu Jiro Ramen - $23: Pork broth with seasoned soft boiled egg, pork chashu and vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Yasai Vegetable Ramen - $17: Traditional ramen with vegetarian broth and seasonal toppings
Noodle Toppings
Extra toppings for ramen and tsukemen
- Tofu - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Soft Boiled Egg - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Pork Belly Slices - $6
- Bean Sprouts and Cabbages - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Dried Seaweed - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Bamboo Shoots - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Green Onions - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Spinach - $3 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Kaedama! Extra Noodles! - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Hot Stone Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Donburi (Rice Bowls)
Rice bowls
- Tekka Don - $20: Tuna sashimi over rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Salmon Don - $20: Salmon sashimi and ikura over rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Chashu Don - $18: Pork belly over rice
- Gyu Don - $18: Sliced beef over rice
- Steak Don - $30: Grilled steak over rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Karaage Don - $18: Crispy fried chicken over rice
Drinks
Single servings
- Tea - $3: Matcha / Oolong / Hoji
- Calpico - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Soda - $3
- Sapporo Draft - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sapporo Bottle - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sapporo Light Bottle - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Red Wine - $10
- White Wine - $10
- Rose Wine - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Cup Sake
- Amabuki Junmai Ginjyo - $14
- Chiyomusubi Kitaro Junmai Ginjyo - $16
- Miyozakura Junmai - $14
- Kikusui Funaguchi - $13
Sake Bottles
Served as a glass, carafe, or bottle
- Kubota Senju - Glass - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Kubota Senju - Carafe - $48
- Kubota Senju - Bottle - $65 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Masumi Okuden - Glass - $17 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Masumi Okuden - Bottle - $68 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tokubetsu Junmai - Glass - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tokubetsu Junmai - Carafe - $48
- Tokubetsu Junmai - Bottle - $62 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tatenokawa Phoenix - Bottle - $35 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Nanbu Bijin Umeshu - Glass - $16 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Nanbu Bijin Umeshu - Bottle - $75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Nigori Haze - Glass - $16 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Nigori Haze - Bottle - $70 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Shochu Bottles
- Ginza No Suzume - Glass - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Ginza No Suzume - Bottle - $60 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Toppings for Ginza No Suzume - $1.5: Sliced Lemon / Plum / Ginger Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Yuzu Umeshu - Glass - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Yuzu Umeshu - Bottle - $55 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Tabetomo
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Tabetomo features a moderate ($$) price range, with reviewers frequently highlighting the massive portions and incredible value of the meals.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Tabetomo is located in New York City, according to the restaurant's official website at http://tabetomonyc.com/.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Reviewers praise the clean, comfortable atmosphere at Tabetomo, which helps the restaurant maintain a high 4.6/5 average rating.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Compared to other Japanese spots, Tabetomo offers massive portions and incredible value with a 4.6/5 rating for its rich broth.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Rated 4.6/5, customers love the massive portions, incredible value, rich broth, Tonkotsu Chashu Tsukemen, torched mackerel, and hospitable service.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Tabetomo features a high-energy, industrial-chic style that reviewers describe as a clean, comfortable environment with hospitable service.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- Tabetomo has received a total of 1,097 reviews from its customers, maintaining an impressive average rating of 4.6/5 stars.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the Tonkotsu Chashu Tsukemen, torched mackerel appetizer, silky tofu, and juicy karaage, which reviewers praise for flavor and quality.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Tabetomo accommodates mixed diets with keto pork belly, vegan tofu, vegetarian yasai ramen, and gluten-free options like soft boiled eggs.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Tabetomo supports keto, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets with dishes like pork belly slices, tofu, and vegetable tempura.
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