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Johnny Noodle King - Detroit, MI Japanese Restaurants
Johnny Noodle King - Detroit, MI Japanese Restaurants
Johnny Noodle King - Detroit, MI Japanese Restaurants
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JOHNNY NOODLE KING

(5.0 Score)
2601 West Fort Street,
Detroit, MI 48216 Directions

Since 2014

Specialty:

✓ JNK Shoyu ✓ JNK Red Curry ✓ JNK Newer Seoul ✓ JNK Southwest Verde ✓ JNK NamNam Shorty ✓ JNK Corned Beef ✓ JNK Cajun Catfish ✓ JNK Tonkotsu ✓ JNK Burnt Garlic Miso ✓ JNK Major Tom Khatsu ✓ JNK BBQ Pork Mazemen ✓ JNK Creole Butter Mazemen ✓ JNK Dorm Room Ramen ✓ JNK Bacon Fried Rice ✓ JNK Chicken Karaage ✓ JNK Lobster Rangoon ✓ JNK Pork Gyoza ✓ JNK Sunonomo Salad ✓ JNK Chicken Bao ✓ JNK Inari Bao ✓ JNK Pork Belly Bao ✓ JNK Quart of Broth ✓ JNK Quart Medicine Broth ✓ JNK Sweet Potato Dumplings ✓ JNK Matcha Tea Cookie ✓ Mackerel ✓ Namnam Short Rib ✓ Red Curry Pork

"Johnny Noodle King offers ramen-style soups with global flavor combinations. Although their menu is heavily Japanese-inspired, they pay tribute to many other flavors and cuisines from all across the globe. Johnny Noodle King aims to provide you with the tastiest and most heartwarming dishes possible. They hope that you will enjoy their Chefs' rendition of some of the classic Asian staples and those dishes that raise an eyebrow, keep you guessing, and satisfy the soul. Savor their delicious dishes like shoyu, champion, chicken pho, vegan miso, and red curry. Johnny Noodle King is wheelchair-accessible and accepts online payments.

2026 Update: Johnny Noodle King has high chairs for the children and free street parking for the customers."

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License #800767411

Price:

Noodles
Jnk Shoyu $19.00
Jnk Red Curry $19.00
Jnk Newer Seoul $23.00
Jnk Southwest Verde $20.00
Jnk Namnam Shorty $23.00
Jnk Corned Beef $20.00
Jnk Cajun Catfish $19.00
Jnk Tonkotsu $19.00
Jnk Burnt Garlic Miso $16.00
Jnk Major Tom Khatsu $19.00
Jnk Online Bowls
Jnk Bbq Pork Mazemen $17.00
Jnk Creole Butter Mazemen $15.00
Jnk Dorm Room Ramen $13.00
Jnk Online Snacks
Jnk Bacon Fried Rice $11.00
Snacks
Jnk Chicken Karaage $10.00
Jnk Lobster Rangoon $10.00
Jnk Pork Gyoza $10.00
Jnk Sunonomo Salad $8.00
Jnk Chicken Bao $12.00
Jnk Inari Bao $8.00
Jnk Pork Belly Bao $12.00
Jnk Quart Of Broth $8.00
Jnk Quart Medicine Broth $9.00
Dessert
Jnk Sweet Potato Dumplings $12.00
Jnk Matcha Tea Cookie $4.00

Contact:

(313) 309-7946

Mon-Wed: 11am - 10pm
Thu-Sat: 11am - 11pm
Sun: 12pm - 10pm

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Ima Izakaya - Detroit, MI Japanese Restaurants
Ima Izakaya - Detroit, MI Japanese Restaurants
Ima Izakaya - Detroit, MI Japanese Restaurants
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IMA IZAKAYA

(4.9 Score)
2100 Michigan Avenue,
Detroit, MI 48216 Directions

Since 1889

Specialty:

✓ Maitake Mushroom Dumplings ✓ Shrimp and Scallion Dumplings ✓ Cumin Lamb Dumplings ✓ Asparagus and Smoked Trumpet Mushroom ✓ Chili Garlic Shrimp ✓ Grilled Spam ✓ Kalbi Steak ✓ Smoked Pork Belly ✓ Chicken and Scallion Tsukune ✓ Kawahagi Trigger Fish Jerky ✓ Japanese Barbecue Eggplant ✓ Chilean Sea Bass ✓ Teriyaki Salmon ✓ Whiskey Steak and Fries ✓ Lamb Katsu Curry ✓ Tofu Katsu Curry ✓ Chicken Katsu Curry ✓ Yuzu Miso ✓ Ginger Tori ✓ Spicy Tori ✓ Spicy Seafood Kimchi Ramen ✓ Fried Chicken Karaage Rice Bowl ✓ Fried Tofu Karaage Rice Bowl ✓ Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl ✓ Spicy Ahi Tuna ✓ Smoked Teriyaki Salmon Rice Bowl ✓ Fried Egg Boombap ✓ Glazed Pork Belly Rice Bowl

"Ima Izakaya's exceptional quality ingredients and distinctive izakaya-style cuisine. The shrimp and scallion dumplings, often paired with the spicy tori udon, are among the crowd favorites. The restaurant provides the convenience of credit card payments, offers happy hour Specials, and features both heated and covered outdoor seating options. This option allows customers to host private events, adding a touch of sophistication to celebrations and gatherings. An assortment of craft cocktails and mocktails, and an exclusive selection of nearly 30 Japanese whiskies with ten beer taps. Ima Izakaya provides signature dishes like Spicy Tori Udon, Miso Butter Yaki Udon, and Vegan Pho.

2026 Update: You can also make a table reservation for groups of 1-6 people. Ima Izakaya offers gift card options and catering service."

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Price:

Hot
Edamame $8
Thicc Fries $13
Spicy Bok Choy $12
Blistered Shishito Peppers $12
Fried Tofu Karaage $15
Fried Chicken Karaage $15
Lamb Katsu $14
Chicken Katsu $14
Tofu Katsu $14
Flash-Fried Calamari $14
Sake-Steamed Clams $15
Hot Genmaicha Green Tea $5
House Dumplings
Maitake Mushroom Dumplings $12
Shrimp & Scallion Dumplings $12
Cumin Lamb Dumplings $12
Robata Grill
Asparagus & Smoked Trumpet Mushroom $6
Chili Garlic Shrimp $6
Grilled Spam $6
Kalbi Steak $6
Smoked Pork Belly $6
Chicken & Scallion Tsukune $6
Kawahagi Trigger Fish Jerky $6
Entrees
Japanese Barbecue Eggplant $25
Chilean Sea Bass $26
Teriyaki Salmon $26
Whiskey Steak & Fries $29
Lamb Katsu Curry $28
Tofu Katsu Curry $25
Chicken Katsu Curry $26
Ramen Soups
Yuzu Miso $19
Ginger Tori $19

Discount:

$5 Happy Hour Menu

Contact:

(313) 306-9485

Mon-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri: 11am - 11pm
Sat: 12pm - 11pm
Sun: 12pm - 10pm

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Bash Original Izakaya - Detroit, MI Japanese Restaurants
Bash Original Izakaya - Detroit, MI Japanese Restaurants
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BASH ORIGINAL IZAKAYA

(4.9 Score)
5069 Trumbull,
Detroit, MI 48208 Directions

Since 2020

Specialty:

✓ Miso Soup ✓ Edamame ✓ Spicy Edamame ✓ Pork Gyoza ✓ Spicy Tofu Bites ✓ Takoyaki ✓ Avocado Boat ✓ Crispy Wings ✓ Croquette ✓ Saba Shioyaki ✓ Tuna Tartare ✓ Seaweed Salad ✓ Avocado Salad ✓ Sashimi Salad ✓ Tonkotsu Ramen ✓ Shoyu Ramen ✓ Shiitake Miso Ramen ✓ Teriyaki Udon ✓ Chicken Katsu ✓ Bulgogi Gyudon ✓ Tempura Udon ✓ Sake Don ✓ Tekka Don ✓ Chirashi ✓ Unadon ✓ Mochi ✓ Strawberry Mochi ✓ Chestnut Mochi ✓ Mochi Flight ✓ Mango Cheesecake Mochi

"Bash Original Izakaya offers an amazing dining experience, quality dishes made using fresh ingredients, and customer-oriented service. They have a wide variety of sushi (Maki, Sashimi & Nigiri) prepared by the best sushi chefs in a beautiful setting. Bash Original strives to make your eating experience more enjoyable than you've ever had at other sushi restaurants with a relaxing environment. They also offer parties and a catering menu. Bash Original Izakaya offers a gift card facility to customers. Bash Original Izakaya has outdoor seating, serves vegetarian dishes, and offers Wi-Fi.

2026 Update: Bash Original Izakaya restaurant provides table reservation options for booking both online and by phone. You can also join with a signature sake selection, Tuna Festival, or an omakase."

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License 8183024

Price:

Appetizers
Miso Soup $4.00
Edamame $7.00
Spicy Edamame $9.00
Pork Gyoza $9.00
Spicy Tofu Bites $9.00
Takoyaki $10.00
Avocado Boat $12.00
Crispy Wings $16.00
Croquette $9.00
Saba Shioyaki $8.00
Tuna Tartare $27.00
Salads
Seaweed Salad $8.00
Avocado Salad $12.00
Sashimi Salad $18.00
Ramen
Tonkotsu Ramen $19.00
Shoyu Ramen $19.00
Shiitake Miso Ramen $19.00
Kitchen Entrees
Teriyaki Udon $17.00
Chicken Katsu $23.00
Bulgogi Gyudon $26.00
Tempura Udon $17.00
Sushi Bar Entrees
Sake Don $25.00
Tekka Don $27.00
Chirashi $34.00
Unadon $29.00
DESSERT:
Mochi $6.00
Strawberry Mochi $8.00
Chestnut Mochi $8.00
Mochi Flight $12.00
Mango Cheesecake Mochi $8.00

Discount:

15% Off for Happy Hour

Contact:

(313) 788-7208

Mon & Tue: 4pm - 9pm
Wed,Thu & Sun: 12pm - 9pm
Fri & Sun: 12pm - 10pm

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JOHNNY NOODLE KING REVIEWS

Place is a solid 10/10 great atmosphere great food and friendly service. My friend brought me here a while ago and we took our time sampling the majority of the drinks and appetizers, drinks are delicious and not to expensive, the food is amazing. The house sake is super good. One of my favorites. Definitely smooth and rich in flavor. They have several different kinds. And the food was very good no complaints here. Wonderful place.

this food was amazing. the crab rangoon was a perfect blend of crab and cheese. added corn and smoked butter to the tonkatsu ramen and it was the best ramen ive ever had at a restaurant. the smoked butter was a game changer, ill definitely be adding that to everything from now on.

One of the best ramen joints I’ve been to. I ordered New Seoul and loved my dish. My husband loved his red curry. Everything was so savory and the perfect level of spice. Rooftop patio to hang out and have a drink on while waiting for the table is great. Sake slush was delicious. Waitstaff is very friendly.

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IMA IZAKAYA REVIEWS

Came here for our 3 year wedding Anniversary. Our server Sam was one of the best servers I’ve had in a while! The food was outstanding and we got a mix of everything. Our favorites were the Miso Cucumbers, Robata Grill Spam and Pork Belly, Himachi Crudo and the Chicken Katsu. Drinks were also good with the Manhattan being exceptional! Overall outstanding atmosphere and good food, with awesome servers.

Ate here for a team lunch in July 2024 and everything was SO GOOD as expected. We were originally reserved outside dining due to our large party size but it was wayyyy too hot out. The wait staff was super accommodating and moved us inside. Everyone enjoyed their dishes and said they would come back.

Great great great! If you like Ramen, awesome food, a live and friendly atmosphere you need to come here!!! We made the happy hour and had Ramen, shrimp/asparagus/steak skewers, and Chilean sea bass. Our waitress was the Beas her name was Maria, great suggestion and service.

BASH ORIGINAL IZAKAYA REVIEWS

I was sick and craving something simple but hearty. I am very picky about my ramen and although i have had better meat, the broth was undeniable. So rich and flavorful. The packaging for take out was unlike anything i have ever seen. It was like i had eaten in the establishment with the thoughtfulness. I can't wait to go back and try their sushi.

Authentic looking Japanese cuisine and delicious. My son whom is a cook said it didn’t have the smell. Brooke was the sweetest waitress and very knowledgeable about the menu, Sake and Japanese Beer I recommend and like how clean Bash’s is.

First time here, and it was fantastic! Service and food were top-notch. Our server Brenna was fantastic!! She was super knowledgeable and recommended some great choices that we are glad we got to try. Overall, it's a solid spot, and I would highly recommend trying it out. You can't go wrong.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

JOHNNY NOODLE KING Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Reviews Accuracy of 6.3K: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

IMA IZAKAYA Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Pricing: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 2.3K: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Extensive Menu: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

BASH ORIGINAL IZAKAYA Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Pricing: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 1.0K: 9
Extensive Menu: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Social Media: 10
Table Reservation: 10