Ramen Ishida - Chelsea

With over 15 years of experience in the restaurant business, chef-owner, Yohei Ishida (formerly of Ippudo), opened his eponymous ramen shop in 2017. He embarked on a mission to introduce New Yorkers his hometown “Tokyo” style ramen made with clear chicken broth. Ishida notes that although New York is in the midst of a big Ramen boom, most have only tried the tonkotsu ramen so far. With a staggering variety of ramen vying for attention, he hopes to debunk the perception that clear broth is less flavorful than a tonkotsu (white pork) broth and leave an unforgettable impression. After experimenting with countless ingredients and soy sauces, he’s discovered the magical combination of umami in both taste and aroma. The result? You decide.