Category: * Stars 3.1 – 4.0

#4125: Menraku Japanese Ramen “Hokkaido Style Seafood” with Shrimp & Scallop Soup – United States

#4125: Menraku Japanese Ramen "Hokkaido Style Seafood" with Shrimp & Scallop Soup - United States

This came out of an Exotic Noods subscription box – one of many interesting and unique varieties from around the world they put in there. Use the coupon code THERAMENRATER at checkout for a discount! ...see full post

#4122: Simply Food HODL Noodle – Vietnam

#4122: Simply Food HODL Noodle - Vietnam

Okay so bear with me because I’m very clueless about crypto currency. I looked up HODL and it stands for Hold On for Dear Life – basically, hold onto your crypto to make money. It also says Stonkz on the side – ...see full post

#4114: Naked Chinese Style Orange Chicken Flavor – United Kingdom

#4114: Naked Chinese Style Orange Chicken Flavor - United Kingdom

Well this was a nice surprise – British noodles at a local store? Unteresting the new things I’m starting to see around here. I rarely get UK varieties – I enjoy reviewing them a lot, too. Let’s check this one out and see what’s up. ...see full post

#4111: immi Spicy “Beef” Flavor Ramen Soup – United States

#4111: immi Spicy "Beef" Flavor Ramen Soup - United States

Pumpkin seed noodles – it just fascinated me, especially since I’ve been doing weird things with bread. Now I want a noodle machine to load with all sorts of interesting things… Very curious how this oe will turn out. Last time, they were on the extremely chewy side and so we will see. Let’s give these low carb noodles a try! ...see full post

#4110: Acecook Hello Kitty Kawaii Tonkotsu Noodle – Japan

#4110: Acecook Hello Kitty Kawaii Tonkotsu Noodle - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4101: Nongshim Tonkotsu Ramen With Kuromayu Black Garlic Oil – United States

#4101: Nongshim Tonkotsu Ramen With Kuromayu Black Garlic Oil - United States

For the longest time, I only thought there was a single variety of Nongshim’s Tonkotsu bowl – the spicy one. Lo and behold, there’s this one with black garlic oil as well. What’s more, I think both exist concurrently. The spicy one has a five star rating from me and is at the top of the USA top ten. Let’s check this new one out! ...see full post

#4100: Vite Ramen Vegan White Miso v1.3 Prototype – United States

#4100: Vite Ramen Vegan White Miso v1.3 Prototype - United States

This is the last of the prototypes Vite sent me. These have been really good! Curious if I’ll like this one too. What a week – I’ve been deep diving into pumpkin spice noodles for the past 4 days and while I thoroughly enjoyed them, this will be a welcome change. Let’s give this a try! ...see full post

#4097: Aces Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup Extra Spicy – United States

#4097: Aces Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup Extra Spicy - United States

Was digging around in my hampers and found I hadn’t reviewed this extra spicy variety and thought to myself ‘it’s time.’ So, since I thought that, it must be. Let’s give it a try. ...see full post

#4096: Artisan Instant Noodles Artificial Beef Flavor – China

#4906: Artisan Instant Noodles Artificial Beef Flavor - China

Here’s the second of the Artisan branded varieties I’ve come across recently. Neat flower pot style big cups with a ton of sachets within. I think I found this at Asian Family Market on 130th  Aurora in Shoreline. Let’s check it out. ...see full post

#4095: Nissin Chow Mein Teriyaki Chicken Chow Mein Noodles – United States

#4905: Nissin Chow Mein Teriyaki Chicken Chow Mein Noodles - United States

It’s been literally years since I tried this one since it’s packaging has changed. I was looking around the local store when that hit me. So, here we are. Green beans, carrots and bok choy? Interesting – let’s check it out, shall we? ...see full post

#4093: Maruchan Menzukuri Awase Miso – Japan

#4903: Maruchan Menzukuri Awase Miso - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4092: Nissin Super Gattai Original Cup Noodle and Shio – Japan

#4902: Nissin Super Gattai Original Cup Noodle and Shio - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4090: Sapporo Ichiban Wakame Soba Aojiso Dressing Flavor – Japan

#4090: Sapporo Ichiban Wakame Soba Aojiso Dressing Flavor - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4089: Mr. HOO Rice Noodle Soup Spicy Shrimp Flavor – United States

#4089: Mr. HOO Rice Noodle Soup Spicy Shrimp Flavor - United States

Thanks as always to James from Lakeside, CA for sending this over! I like this brand – wonder who Mr. HOO is though. Whomever he is, he must have a moustache. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#4087: Nanchang Rice Noodles Classic Flavor – China

#4087: Nanchang Rice Noodles Classic Flavor - China

Found these at Asian Family Market on 130th & Aurora. Don’t really know anything about these. What I can say is that they also have a crawfish flavor variety. There are so many Chinese brands that show up these days with a single variety and very little info. I should say though lots of English on this one which makes translation painless and cooking instructions are included in that. Let’s give ’em a go! ...see full post

#4086: Myojo Charumera Donburi Kumamoto Ma-yu Tonkotsu Ramen – Japan

#4086: Myojo Charumera Donburi Kumamoto Ma-yu Tonkotsu Ramen - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4083: Myojo Shigoku No Ippai Koku Koebi Tensoba – Japan

#4083: Myojo Shigoku No Ippai Koku Koebi Tensoba - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4082: MAMA Instant Rice Vermicelli Chicken And Abalone Flavour – Thailand

#4082: MAMA Instant Rice Vermicelli Chicken And Abalone Flavour - Thailand

For a long time, I’ve thought I didn’t like chicken and abalone flavor. Then something happened – I had some really good varieties. I’m hopeful this is one of them. I visited these folks in 2015 and wow – Thailand is an amazing place. I got to visit the rice noodle factory there and it was really amazing. I highly recommend visiting Thailand if you want a headchange; it’s so bright and colorful – the smiles are endless. Not only that, the 7-Eleven stores have the most wonderful array of instant noodles you’ve ever seen. Let’s check this one out that I found locally. ...see full post

#4081: Itsuki Small Soy Sauce Nyumen – Japan

#4081: Itsuki Small Soy Sauce Nyumen - Japan

Today, we have one that was part of Japan Crate’s Umai Crate. So Japan Crate is a subscription service which has all sorts of different options for you. pretty neat stuff from Japan! There’s a coupon code for you too – just use THERAMENRATER to get a special discount at check out. ...see full post

#4080: Ve Wong Artificial Peppered Beef Flavor – Taiwan

#4080: Ve Wong Artificial Peppered Beef Flavor - Taiwan

September 8th, 2010. That was the last time I tried this one – it was review #132. I’ve been reviewing instant noodles since then – it’s kind of crazy. I mean, over 11 years ago  and almost 4000 reviews later, I’m still into reviewing instant noodles. Let’s revisit these – it’s not a re-review since in that amount of time, a lot of things can happen. For one thing, the packaging has changed. Another thing is that the same ingredients from suppliers may have changed. After 11 years, a lot changed in a product’s lifecycle. Let’s check this one out. ...see full post

#4078: Itomen Cup Nyumen Japanese Style Soup – Japan

#4078: Itomen Cup Nyumen Japanese Style Soup - Japan

Today, we have one that was part of Japan Crate’s Umai Crate. So Japan Crate is a subscription service which has all sorts of different options for you. pretty neat stuff from Japan! There’s a coupon code for you too – just use THERAMENRATER to get a special discount at check out. ...see full post

#4074: Noodie Tonkotsu Irresistible Ramen – United States

#4074: Noodie Tonkotsu Irresistible Ramen - United States

This is the third variety of Noodie Vegan ramen I have here to try and I’m really stoked! The first I tried was their Peanut Chili which was absolutely fantastic stuff – just loved it. The second was the Smoky Garlic, and sadly, I really disliked that one. But now we have a Vegan Tonkotsu and I’ve had quite a few Vegan tonkotsus in the past, so I’m hoping this one will be great. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#4072: iNoodle Flat Noodle Soy Sauce Flavor – Taiwan

#4072: iNoodle Flat Noodle Soy Sauce Flavor - Taiwan

Here’s one I found at a small neighborhood market in Bellevue called S-Mart – like from Army Of Darkness but a small Asian store. Let’s check this one out! ...see full post

#4071: Artisan Chongqing Style Noodles – China

#4071: Artisan Chongqing Style Noodles - China

Here’s one I found at Asian Family Market on Aurora near Shoreline. Pretty rad place to find neat new stuff to review. Never seen this Artisan branding before – let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4065: Marutai Aji Yokatai Kagoshima Tonkotsu Ramen – Japan

#4065: Marutai Aji Yokatai Kagoshima Tonkotsu Ramen - Japan

Here’s a classic one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4061: Menraku Japanese Ramen “Spicy Sesame” – United States

Menraku Japanese Ramen "Spicy Sesame" - United States

This one came from Exotic Noods! Exotic Noods has great monthly subscription boxes with products from around the world. Worth a look! Use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4058: KampongKu Mamak Fried Noodles – Malaysia

#4058: KampongKu Mamak Fried Noodles - Malaysia

The first one I tried was a chunky garlic and black pepper, however this one is mamak. What’s that? Here’s something from food5 ...see full post

#4056: Acecook Nohara Hiroshi Addictive Bean Sprout Miso Ramen – Japan

#4056: Nohara Hiroshi Addictive Bean Sprout Miso Ramen - Japan

Here’s one that came in a Zenpop.jp box – use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount! ...see full post

#4045: Thai Chef Shrimp Tom Yum Flavour – Thailand

#4045: Thai Chef Shrimp Tom Yum Flavour - Thailand

Well, it’s time for what I think is the very last of the Thai Chef varieties they sent. These have been decent and of course since they’re MAMA instant noodles. Let’s give this tom yum a go. ...see full post

#4043: Vite Ramen Vegan White Miso v1.2 – United States

#4043: Vite Ramen Grilled Vegan White Miso v1.2 - United States

Yup – another newer version Vite Ramen! Once I get through all these, the prototypes for version 1.3 will be next! I remember I really liked this one – let’s see how this improved version does! ...see full post

#4042: Lucky Me! Chicken Mami (Export) – Philippines

$4042: Lucky Me! Chicken Mami (Export) - Philippines

Found this one at the Lynnwood, Washington Walmart store while we were picking up school supplies. Actually, the day I did this review was the first day of first grade for Miles after a long drawn out experience with distance learning. I’m hoping we don’t have to return to that, but I’m kind of guessing we will unfortunately. We’ll see. Anyways, this is a pretty big cup of chicken instant noodles from The Philippines – let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4041: Maruchan Cold Niku Udon – Japan

#4041: Maruchan Cold Niku Udon - Japan

Here’s one that came in a Zenpop.jp box – use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount! ...see full post

#4038: Ichiran Instant Noodles – Japan

#4038: Ichiran Instant Noodles - Japan

This one came by way of Sugoi Mart – thank you very much! This is a fancy one – very popular – and kind of spendy anywhere you’ll find it. Ichiran pioneered the ‘spendy ramen’ world with their $80 multipacks.  Yeah – $80 bucks! I think they’ve come down a bit over time though but wow. Let’s see how this one is! ...see full post

#4032: Maruchan Instant Lunch Select Chicken Flavor – United States

#4032: Maruchan Instant Lunch Select Chicken Flavor - United States

I saw these on Amazon recently and though I should contact Maruchan about giving them a try – and they kindly obliged. Thank you! There’s a couple interesting things I’ve noticed that I’ll mention as you scroll down and look at the images and text. With that, let’s check out this, the biggest change I’ve seen to date of the Instant Lunch cup. Actually first, look at the lower left corner. See that? Microwavable – unbeknownst to many, no – you’re not supposed to microwave the foam cups – but these aren’t foam cups. ...see full post

#4031: GB Company Devil Of Fire Buldak – South Korea

#4031: GB Company Devil Of Fire Buldak - South Korea

Another one sent by The Fat Hipster – thanks again! So this is by the same folks as did the other Devil Of Fire Bulmawang variety, however this one is without broth. Very curious how this will go. Let’s find out – mukbang below! ...see full post

#4030: Yeomradaewang ‘Spiciest Ramen In The World’ – South Korea

#4030: Yeomradaewang 'Spiciest Ramen In The World' - South Korea

A big thanks and shout out to The Fat Hipster for shooting this one over – been curious about it and thought today would be a good day to see how strong the burn is. The name translates to King Of Hell – let’s see how fiery this guy is. ...see full post

#4028: Acecook Mocchichi Chicken Salty Lemon Yakisoba – Japan

#4028: Acecook Mocchichi Chicken Salty Lemon Yakisoba - Japan

Here’s one that came in a Zenpop.jp box – use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount! ...see full post

#4027: Itsuki Green Tea Soba – Japan

#4027: Itsuki Green Tea Soba - Japan

Today, we have one that was part of Japan Crate’s Umai Crate. So Japan Crate is a subscription service which has all sorts of different options for you. pretty neat stuff from Japan! There’s a coupon code for you too – just use THERAMENRATER to get a special discount at check out. ...see full post

#4026: Nissin Cup Noodle BIG Fried Chicken And Lemon – Japan

#4026: Nissin Cup Noodle BIG Fried Chicken And Lemon - Japan

Here’s one that came in a Zenpop.jp box – use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount! ...see full post

#4022: Yumei Night Market Chow Mein – Soy Sauce Flavor – China

#4022: Yumei Night Market Chow Mein - Soy Sauce Flavor - China

Found this one at the Asian Family Market on 130th & Aurora in Seattle. They’ve got a lot of premium varieties – this one is in a little box which is pretty neat. I’ve had some from this brand in the past I really didn’t like but I’m hopeful – I mean, they’re mentioning night market in the title and night markets are really, really cool – at least when I visited Taiwan. Let’s check it out! ...see full post