Ramen Ya
Located at 275 W Kaahumanu Ave Queen Ka'ahumanu Center, Kahului, HI 96732, Ramen Ya has become a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike who crave delicious ramen and hearty meals. Known for its friendly atmosphere, generous portions, and fast service, this casual dining spot is perfect for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner.
Ramen Ya's Menu Highlights
While the menu at Ramen Ya is packed with a wide variety of flavorful dishes, what truly stands out are their ramen options. From classic tonkotsu to specialty bowls like spicy miso ramen, there's something for everyone. One of the popular favorites is the combo sets, where patrons can pair their ramen with sides such as crispy gyoza, fried rice, or tempura. Whether you’re in the mood for something comforting or something with a little more kick, Ramen Ya has you covered.
The portions are notably generous, so much so that many customers often mention how satisfying the servings are, often more than enough to fill you up. This quality makes the restaurant stand out as a place where you get great value for your money, especially when compared to other options on the island.
A Relaxed Yet Efficient Dining Experience
What truly defines Ramen Ya is its lively atmosphere combined with a swift dining experience. Despite often being busy, especially during peak hours, the staff ensures that customers are quickly seated and served. While waiting for a table may be necessary during weekends or busy times, the wait is usually short, and the efficient service makes up for any brief delay.
The restaurant features both dine-in and takeout options, catering to different needs. It's not uncommon to see families enjoying their meals while others grab their orders to-go. Whether you prefer the bustling vibe of dining in or the convenience of takeout, Ramen Ya offers the flexibility to suit your preferences.
Reviews
One of my go-to spots when I don't know what I feel like eating, combo a is where it's at!! You can tell how much the locals enjoy this place with how busy and crowded they get but service is always quick and easy! Such a nice place for both take out and dining in!
Popped in for a late dinner after a painting night at the Cat Cafe further along in the mall. There were a few families dining in and a lot of to go orders when we arrived, and we were welcomed and told to pick a table of our choice. Menus and iced water arrived as soon as we seated ourselves and our waitress gave us a few minutes to peruse the menu. Wow, what a menu for noodles! Plus the servings are HUGE! Hubbs chose the Big Bowl of soupy noodle deliciousness and I chose the seafood stir fry noodles which was amazing. Tons of shrimp and beautifully soft melt in the mouth fish. Yum. I was amazed at how much seafood was in the dish compared to the price I paid, very good value for money. The waitress was full of fun and took great care of us, checking in with a smile and joke and making sure we had enough drinks. We had to take more than half of our meals home and she was there with take out boxes for us before we asked! Little wonder that this popular Ramen restaurant has a line of people waiting during popular hours. Go and enjoy.
I ate at all the Ramen Ya franchise in Oahu. All the ramen ya restaurant there was good. When visiting Maui, I see a Ramen Ya at this island too. We give it a shot & have to say still pretty good like all the Oahu locations. The combo menus of ramen + gyoza & plate rice (i.e fried rice) are my personal favorite & personal selection at any Ramen Ya place. I also prefer the Big Bowl Ramen. This Maui Ramen Ya is located in a shopping mall, therefore parking won't be an issue. However, it does have issues in regards to lines. Because high demands, sometimes it gets so packed & have to have a long wait time. But this is relatively minor. Overall, I like all the Ramen Ya Franchise places. This one in Maui is also as good as the Oahu locations. 4/5 from me.
This is one of our go-to places when we're hungry because the portions are big. This place is located in the Queen Kaahumanu shopping center on the women's Macy's side. There is usually a waitlist for a table but it goes pretty quickly. They also do a lot of take out orders. It's a small casual family dining restaurant. It was hot today so I decided to try their cold noodles for the first time. It was kind of like a somen salad. There are plenty of toppings. So much so that I would actually prefer more noodles and less toppings. But it was tasty and hit the spot on a hot day. I usually order one of their combos but you have to be hungry because it's a lot of food.
HUGE portions! It may be one of the few places on island where I feel like you get more than what you pay for . Seriously, one fried rice is probably enough for 3-4 people. They stay busy and it's a kind of turn and burn place, so don't expect to camp out for too long. Expect to wait a few minutes to be seated. More if it's a weekend or prime time. I like the combo options. I usually go for the gyoza and katsu. Located at the Kaahumanu mall.