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Traditional Japanese Ramen
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CuisineRamen
Executive ChefShigetoshi Nakamura
Price≈$25
Dress CodeCasual
ServiceCounter Service
NoiseConversational
CapacityIntimate
Opinionated About Dining

Nakamura Ramen serves traditional Japanese ramen at 172 Delancey St, with Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats North America recognition from 2023 to 2026.

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Address
172 Delancey St, New York, NY 10002
Phone
(212) 614-1810
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Nakamura Ramen restaurant in New York City, United States
About

Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats North America

Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats North America ranked Nakamura Ramen #307 in 2024 and #314 in 2025, with recommendations in 2023 and 2026. The signal is budget-minded recognition across several years.

Torigara, Tonkotsu, and Miso Bowls

Traditional Japanese ramen frames a menu that serves Torigara Ramen, Tonkotsu Ramen, XO Miso Vegetarian Ramen, Truffle Miso Ramen, and Teppan Gyoza. Beer and sake fit the bowl-led format.

172 Delancey St Counter Service

Nakamura Ramen occupies 172 Delancey St and runs counter service for lunch and dinner. Quick-bite pacing and conversational noise make it practical for a focused ramen stop.

Signature Dishes
Torigara RamenTonkotsu RamenXO Miso Vegetarian RamenTruffle Miso RamenTeppan Gyoza
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The record

Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

  1. Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Recommended

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  2. Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #314

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  3. Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #307

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  4. Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended

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At a Glance
Vibe
  • Low Profile Address
  • Intimate
  • Cozy
Best For
  • Casual Hangout
  • Solo
Experience
  • Open Kitchen
Drink Program
  • Beer Program
  • Sake Program
Dress CodeCasual
Noise LevelConversational
CapacityIntimate
Service StyleCounter Service
Meal PacingQuick Bite
Visit details

Current opening hours

Monday
12–9 PM
Tuesday
12–9 PM
Wednesday
12–9 PM
Thursday
12–9 PM
Friday
12–10 PM
Saturday
12–10 PM
Sunday
Closed

Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .

Cozy and intimate with an open kitchen visible to diners; minimal decor with a lighted Nakamura sign above the kitchen; standing room and tight seating create a casual, energetic counter-service atmosphere.