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Umami Ramen in Battle Creek
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Location on the map
Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan, US
Service options
Dine-in
Yes
Health and safety
Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
Yes
Highlights
Fireplace
Yes
Popular for
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Solo dining
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible lift
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Offerings
Comfort food
Yes
Healthy options
Yes
Quick bite
Yes
Salad bar
Yes
Small plates
Yes
Vegetarian options
Yes
Dining options
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Atmosphere
Casual
Yes
Cosy
Yes
Crowd
Tourists
Yes
University students
Yes
Planning
Usually a wait
Yes
Phone: +1 269-441-0015
Site: http://www.umamiramenbc.com/
Site: http://www.umamiramenbc.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:Closed
- Tuesday:10:30AM–3:30PM
- Wednesday:10:30AM–3:30PM
- Thursday:10:30AM–3:30PM
- Friday:10:30AM–3:30PM
- Saturday:Closed
- Sunday:Closed
Comments (199)
I love this place, and Battle Creek needs this place! They give you hearty portions, the owner and her staff are very friendly, and always happy to chat with chatter boxes like me, lol!
So I loveeee this place! Firstly, the staff is very nice and the owner supports the community. Even though lines can get long, you dont feel rushed. The food is very affordable, they clearly understand our pockets. Then theres the food. I ordered ramen chicken curry , its the type of food that makes your eyes roll back. You get to add all of your garnishes. I also tried the loaded wontons and that tasted soo good. I cant wait to come back and try more foods!
This place is amazing. The food was absolutely delicious. The menu was easy to navigate and the staff were super friendly. Myself and another customer had food allergies and the staff answered all of our questions and made sure we knew what was fried where. They are vegan and vegetarian friendly, which can be hard to find. The restaurant is small and so is the parking lot, which wasn’t a big deal to me. We did notice they will be closed 4/14-4/30/18 for spring cleaning but will be open again in May.
Hidden gem in such a small town in MI. It was a perfect mid stop between Ann Arbor and Chicago. The menu was simple to understand but the flavors were complex and fully developed. We wanted to try everything on the menu, but had to really restrain ourselves. I had udon noodle in pork katsu broth with pork shoulder, kimchi, bean sprout, seaweed as stuffings. They let me try ALL the soup base and still gave me a generous portion of everything for such a reasonable price! I make my own port tender and it tastes just as moist and flavorful. My husband had pork belly with curry and ramen noodle. His was so good and the pork belly wasnt too oily. Wish we had more room in our belly, but thatll motivate us to come back. The room was small, but smelled amazing with roasted garlic. Even at 2 pm, it was still crowded. I think why people would be frustrated if they cant find a place to seat and eat your yummy noodle. The owner was so nice to the kids who wanted to eat pizza and brough pizza from outside and even gave them free juice!
Um yes.... you will never think of Ramen the same. The staff was great. Had the pleasure of listening in on the owner talk food with a customer and you can hear the passion she has for it in her voice and you can taste it in her food. Get the loaded wontons.Update: a year later and the food and service is still amazing. You won’t find anything like this anywhere else.
Great ramen place in BC. They have great selection of items on the menu. We had ramen bowls. Tge flavors were fantastic. The portions were huge. The staff was friendly and courtious. They have a small sit down area inside. The service is quick and can get busy in the afternoon. I would give this place 5 stars but two things really i missed was 1. It was not in order. I get it. It was busy. But I expect it to be little cleaner. 2. There was no boba tea. I could live with my 1st complaint but 2nd is unacceptable. I saw photos on reviews and was excited to see they did not have any.
Delicious! Had no idea there was great ramen in Battle Creek until several people recommended one day, so I had to stop in for takeout. Great options for vegetarians, too. Hope to be back soon!
It really is great Ramen. Leave your perceptions of cheap Styrofoam noodles and flavor packets behind. Home-made noodles, lovingly crafted broths and the toppings🤌🤌. My only criticism is their odd hours of operation and they could really do with a soda-fountain.
The best food here. I love this place & the new location is gorgeous. However, they are temporarily closed at the moment, FYI(01-11-22). Which is understandable with the ongoing pandemic and supply chain shortages. Check their Facebook page for the most up to date information.
Great food, friendly staff, reasonable prices. Unami is a tiny restaurant but dont let its size fool you the food served here is amazing quality. The menu is simple written on a chaulk board. Choose a noodle type, a sauce and a meat. Sides, appetizers, and deserts are also available. The staff loved giving out samples of the sauces.Love this restaurant cant wait to go back.
Had such a wonderful first (and second) experience here that I had to write a review. We dined in the first time and we were very happy with service, pricing and the food! So, so good! You are definitely getting your moneys worth here. The second time we ordered, we did takeout. They packaged up our food with care and it was ready on time. Very polite staff and accommodating. What else can I say! Hope this gem stays in town for as long as possible!
Hands down, the best restaurant in Battle Creek. I’ve never had a less than stellar flavor experience. Do yourself a favor and get after it here.
Wow! Pleasantly surprised with this restaurant. Food was simple in content, but the flavors were amazing. Will certainly go back again.
First time going, was delicious! Liked the low carb options. I could not stop eating it. So good!
The best Vietnamese/Thai mix of food Ive ever had! I built my own bowl, veggie noddles, curry and shrimp, as well as a ramen/chicken egg roll! Everything was so fresh and tasted soooo good. I was driving through town from Washington, DC, so was happy to find it! If this restaurant was in DC, there was be a two hour wait - people would go crazy for this!
Good ramen and other Asian inspired meals. But the special was pozole. Ramen was very good. This was my first visit since I live in Kalamazoo but there are so many menu items I want to try. Ill definitely return! Support local business!
Really tasty. Not a cheap lunch but not too pricey if you dont get a bunch of add ons.The hot shili is hot, not Midwest hot which is a plus. Diluting it in the broth gives a nice balance. People are friendly and service is fast. If youre in Battle Creek check it out.
We just love Umami Raman! What Pecoon, Lance and crew have brought to the table is unmatched in Battle Creek! Fresh, fast and local, bravo!
I love ramen- I can eat ramen all day, only issue was not having enough vegetables as toppings. Ramen is a mixture of broth, protein (meat), the sauces and the vegetables. It’s also usually topped with egg, which wasn’t an option. Overall it was good, I think I’ll have to try other flavors next time! (I got the miso broth with chicken)
Great little gem in Battle Creek.Clearly they love to cook and serve good food.My pork bao (buns fried and then filled with pork, veggies, sauce) were excellent. The bun was crispy on the outside and chewy (as youd expect) on the inside. Fillings delightful. Great idea to fry the bun!!I wasnt overly impressed with the Pork Tonkotsu with ramen noodles and veggies (of my choice). Partly I think the noodles, pre-cooked, were placed in the bowl cold and then broth added on top. Cold veggies as well (not that I expect those to be hot) meant that the soup wasnt really hot by the time it got to me. Also, not nearly enough broth; which also may have contributed to it cooling off too fast. Broth lacked deapth in my opinion as well.HOWEVER, it is clearly all really good quality. I love the selection, and the service was great. I will be back. Thank you for being you!
Great food, great service and great prices. This is one of the best restaurants in Battle Creek. Put it on your must visit list right this minute.
This little slice of heaven has thee most amazing food the owner is super nice and she kills it with every week with something new on the menu. Love love love this place. If you come to Battle Creek and down find this place for lunch your missing out 5⭐ deserving of every one.
I ve been looking for a good noodle shop and happened upon this place with a couple of friends. We all ordered something different, and all unanimously agreed it was amazing. I had rice noodles, brisket pho broth and brisket. Delicious! My friends went back to California, but Ill be back enough times to make up for them.
Amazing food and amazing service! The staff is very energetic all around and does their best to help with any questions. We spent about $10/person on food and another $5/ person getting bubble tea! The coconut or Chai bubble tea are delicious and come highly recommended.
Very tasty. Fresh vegetables and a delicious vibe that told my taste buds. Yummy! The photo is the aftermath lol
Tastes amazing menu was a little unclear but the service made up for that
Amazing food! The odon noodles with beef broth and brisket is delicious!!!!
25 minutes to get one to go bowl while staff made multiple, large to go orders for customers that werent there. Given the wrong bag and drove 30 minutes home as silly me assumed a simple order wouldnt be entirely wrong. Avoid until they get it together unless you have lots of time and live nearby.Edit: they have a dedicated expediter now. There were several people in front of me this time but the wait was shorter. Im really glad its sorted, the food is 5 stars.
It was my first time here and the portions are generous! There was a mistake made during ordering with the prices and after I had paid they discovered it and refunded the money. Honest people working here!! Also, my daughter who is very picky did not like her food and they brought us something else free of charge. Very nice!!
This place is amazing every time. Great homemade food, super friendly, great prices. Go here. Do it now.
This is my first time visiting and I had the wonton nachos with beef and they were fantastic.
Awesome lunch with my wife. Tried the vegan noodles with curry and pork belly. Pork belly was a little thick for me but I ate all of it. Yum
My wife and I absolutely love this place. Any chance we get we make the trip up to Battle Creek to get our favorite ramen bowls. The loaded wontons are amazing. Wed love to have one in Kalamazoo.
Ok second time there now....DANK DANK DANK!!!! This food is so Lit it really does remind me of Hawaii Noodle shops. Did I Mentionn it was DANK!!!But honesty. I have had iver half the menu in two visits. Order food to go bith times also. So so so so goooood!
Love this place. Great tasting fresh food. Maybe a little on the expensive side but at least its a ton of food.
Saw the reviews and decided to see if the place lived up to all of the hype. We were here overnight to hit the casino while on vacation and this was a first for us going to a place focused on ramen.Let me just say that the ramen egg rolls were off the chain. I was worried about the shrimp being rubbery but delightfully surprised at how soft and delicious they were. The Korean burrito was everything that people made it out to be. The ramen was equally delicious and was very nice surprise.The staff were friendly, helpful, and very efficient. Just a great place to try and well worth the drive to come back and visit again. We live four hours away from here and we plan to return.
My favorite restaurant. Hands down. Everything is delicious.
Good food, good service. Great for Battle Creek.
Really good food, friendly staff, and really cool concept! Love being able to pick and mix and match different combinations, Its really nice to find an actually good ramen place here in battle creek. The inside is very pretty as well and has a great atmosphere.My only issue is that it would be nice if there were a few pre-made choices as well or if the staff would help suggest pairings, (I want to be clear they were super nice and helpful, just didnt explain or suggest when I mentioned it was my first time there and wasnt sure what goes with what) I dont know a lot about what goes well together when it comes to making the ramen myself so feel a little pressure and worried trying to order, everything turned out great but it would be cool if either staff or some sort of sign would give suggestions if you are confused, maybe common pairings on a picture menu in the wall or something.
By far one of the absolute worst Ramen places I have ever tried in my life. I ordered pork Tonkatsu which is typically a milky type broth with some very nice seasonings however what was presented was a very bland pork broth at best very much resembling the flavor packet from ramen. My wife ordered their special of the week which was a ginger noodles and barbecue pork spare ribs. The sauce that was basted on these ribs was an edible to say the least tasting very much like spaghetti sauce mixed with sweet-and-sour yes it was that bad if not worse. I am going out of my way to write reviews everywhere I possibly can because the restaurant was that bad if you feel like spending forty dollars drive over to Kalamazoo and order something that was actually made correctly oh and get what you actually ordered. If you feel like staying local to Battle Creek go somewhere else go anywhere else and save yourself the headache of one of the absolute worst Asian dishes in town.
The ramen was amazing. They should bottle the pork broth and sell it.
The food is absolutely delicious. Its definitely a fusion, but dont let that dissuade you. The food is amazing, the staff is friendly and helpful, and everything about this place is just awesome.
Love that Battle Creek has a ramen shop. Wasnt crazy about family style seating, but noodles were tasty and appreciated all the ingredient options.
Great food . Korean burrito and rib tip are incredibly delicious. Sorry I ate half of My giant burrito then took the picture. Couldnt wait . Yummmmm.
Fantastic Ramen shop! Dinner for 2 was in the $40 range with appetizers. The Ramen was very flavourful and neither of us left hungry. Though beware if your not a spicy food fan the ghost pepper sauce has a kick like a mule!
Wow. We can’t get enough of this place!!! Our favorite is the curry bowl with brisket or the loaded wontons with brisket.Such great and friendly service too!!We were eating and one of the staff looked over and saw we could use some napkins and brought some to us. Such initiation! Great job Umami Ramen!!! We tell everyone about you.
Great food and great prices. This shop is a hidden gem.
Very creative food experience.Good service, the food was good, 4 stars for quality, not authentic Ramen, more like Asian fusion... Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese all thrown together, go here with that in mind. Good food just dont go expecting it to be a genuine ramen shop. (Perhaps Im a bit picky, Ive have been to real ramen shops in Japan)Will visit again, thanks for a flavorful experience.
Cant go wrong with anything you order from here! Everything is so good and the protions are huge, leaving enough for leftovers :)
The food here is top 2 in Battle Creek at least in my opinion. And the customer service is usually top tier to match, except for todays visit. I will explain.I was going in to pick up an order for my dad and I, placed by my dad earlier this morning. I get to the restaurant and enter through the pick up door on the right side of the building.I was promptly greeted by the woman whom I believe to be the general manager and I try to speak with her about my order. I seemed to either not be heard or completely ignored by the woman who greeted me.Anyway I stand at the counter for a couple of minutes and she calls over some people in the ordering line to help them not seeming to notice me. I stood there for a few more minutes before going into the main line and asking about my order.My dad seemed to have put in the order for later than intended. But the gentleman who helped me out at the register seemed to have a hard time hearing me and didnt see my order. I understand that it was a little loud in there and I was wearing my mask so some things may have been lost in the mix.I admit Im nitpicking a little but here but to be completely ignored by the general manager for something as simple as a take out order seems a little odd to me.Tl:Dr I was there to pick up an order and I got ignored by the general manager
Excellent flavors and portion size is quite large. And the customer service was awesome. They were very cool people.
If you havent been you are missing out. If you arent a fan of ramen or pho there are SO MANY choices, fried wonton, curry, eggrolls etc. Everything is made right in front of you and is insanely delicious. Theyre my go-to when my family is sick. Order some pho extra spicy and it clears us right up!Very friendly and knowledgeable cashier, the cooks are always smiling and the owner is right in there working alongside everyone else.
Absolutely amazing food. Any complaints about the price or wait time are irrelevant when the quality is this good. Unfortunately, there are flies buzzing around that make you wonder about the cleanliness.
Always a mouth watering experience with the smell and atmosphere, never had a bad experience or taste. Not being open on the weekends kind of blows but best food around.
Amazing food and great service. Only complaint is its always busy and small. Go before the lunch rush.
Nice place, delicious food, fair prices, friendly service... Im giving them 5 stars even though they gave us the incorrect noodles in our entire order because it was still quite good and Im confident this is not a typical experience.
Everything is made in house. Great ramen, egg rolls are very generously sized. I would definitely recommend at least trying it especially if you have never had ramen before.
Tried for the first time yesterday and it was very good. Ive never had the ramen noodles until yesterday. Definitely recommend I only wish they were open more and longer. U MUST TRY
I was in town for work an was recommended Umami Ramen by a colleague. I was not disappointed and will definitely be back on my next visit I town.
Stopped by Umami the other day for the first time in their new location. We got curried shrimp with Zoodles and Ramen with Miso broth and Tofu. The food was amazing as always. Their broth is flavorful and we really enjoy the fresh toppings especially the house made kimchi and seaweed. The korean hot sauce is also great on everything. As usual, the place was packed with folks who were excited to get their amazing food. There is not a dining area right now and all the space is open to allow social distancing while you wait. The new space is nice- bigger and more open with nice, clean bathrooms. The food assembly space is much bigger to allow a lot more staff to prepare food. The staff was still smiling and friendly as before. I highly recommend this place.
I took my girlfriend here for are very first date, it was calming yet kinda romantic only complaint is how much the cost of stuff id but the food is really good
Wonderful food! We all cleaned our bowl. Love the new location....open and airy. New outside patio is a plus.
Absolutely love this place!! The chicken and curry is my fave, but everything is good. They are always busy, but super busy at lunch, we try to get there early and beat the long line! Some dont enjoy the community seating, but I love it and have gotten to chat with some fun people. The owner is very kind and friendly and when its not super busy shes always mingling. I highly recommend this place!
Amazing food, kind staff. They always made sure to ask people if they were enjoying their meal
The best ramen in the area. Great specials that rotate daily. My only complaint is that the summer hours are too limited.
The food is amazing and the menu is easy to understand. I had the spicy tomato curry with pork belly and a shrimp egg roll. The menu has so much great thing to try. The staff is so helpful and friendly. Overall a great experience and worth the trip. Now I need to figure out what to order next.
I work next door and eat here once a week. I have to split my meal into two lunches so I dont go again. It is that good.
Delicious food with plenty of variety. Staff was super nice and very helpful.
The new location is amazing!! Friendly service and still the same great food. Shrimp Korean Burrito was on point! Dont skip out on trying the Kimchi Salsa! 😋
Very unique food for the area. Everything I have gotten is great. You get to customize your ramen. Several choices of noodles, broth, meat, sauces, and toppings all of very high quality. The seating is not the greatest since the building is small. I normally get mine to go. The portions are huge and will leave you stuffed. The employees and owner are very nice, and make the experience even better. Get the pork belly it will change your life.
Fantastic food, great service too!
The food, the staff, the concept are all exceptional! I have eaten here so frequently that many of the employees know me by name and I have NEVER once been disappointed. The flavor profiles and quality ingredients are beyond delicious and I truly appreciate their use of locally sourced products. What a wonderful blessing it is to have such an amazing restaurant in our community!
Go and enjoy a huge bowl of love! Ramen for days. Umami. #havemeatwilltravel
Awesome place. Its like a Subway, but with noodles. Pick you noodles, your broth and a protein (gluten free and vegetarian options available) then top it off with garnishes (and there are lots to choose from) and enjoy. It was delicious and the staff were friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our experience greatly. Would recommend and will definitely go back...many times.
Well I found this place on Google and decided to go try something new. So I grabbed up my daughter and headed out. So we were a little nervous at first because it hard to find new places with good food and friendly people. So when we got there my daughter got excited because of all the beautiful art all around. We live in a small town and you dont see art like that. The only art we get is little Jimmy drawing on his fence and its not that good. So anyways there I was walking into this wonderful little place with high expectations of some great food. So after a short wait in line it was our turn. Yay I was so hungry. now let me tell you it was well worth the wait. First order your noodles. Second was the broth. Wow there have several things to pick from and they let you try some so you get just what you want. Third was the meat. Yeah I got the best pork belly I every had. So yummy. Then you get to top it with all kinds of goody. So after all that you get a topper. Finally time to sit down and try the new place. All I could say was golly it was amazing. The best ramen I have had. Will definitely be going and glad I went there. Great place!!!
Best Ramen I’ve ever had. All the ingredients are fresh and full of flavor! I am vegan and have never been more pleased. The tofu is perfection. I love the miso, and the curry. Even better the next day! All very authentic! Not to mention the small restaurant gives an at home feel, where you can sit at the table with other people if you are a people person. The staff is amazing and very helpful. I couldn’t say enough great things about it. I only wish they were open more days of the week! And had a restaurant in Kalamazoo as well, out of convenience, but the 45 minute drive is 100% worth it. I find myself craving umami ramen at least once a week. Portion sizes are large and well worth the price. If I’m really hungry I can eat it all in one sitting but most of the time its perfect for dinner and lunch the next day! Since I’m 45 minutes away I usually get two or three bowls to take home with me. Don’t miss out on this place! (No fountain soda or water though so bring your own or buy some or their bottled drinks)
Delicious! The lamb and pork belly cooked to perfection. Broths and curry Broths were good. Were out-of-Towners. So glad we found this place! And it is worth mentioning that the staff is unusually cool and welcoming taking pride in their restaurant :-) loved it
This place is amazing! I would give it 10 stars if I could. The flavors are wonderful. Im hooked.
I have heard how great this place was from a few people but I have to say the recommendation was so understated! My daughter has been wanting to try this place but because of the times we havent had a chance to stop in. With her on winter break we had an opportunity to stop in today and boy was I shocked. As we walked in a gentleman greeted us right away. I explained to him that we had never been here before so he went through the menu and the ordering process! I have to say that this place blew my expectations out of the water! Before I am done I have to say that the food was outstanding also! We will definitely be back!
They never fail to impress me, the quality of the food is amazing and fresh. Excellent customer service. Worth every penny.
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. This place is so good! If I could change one thing about this place, I would move it to Grand Rapids. Luckily Im in Battle Creek a couple times a week for work, so I eat lunch here often. Everything is good, but the pork wonton nachos are ridiculously fantastic. Place is almost always busy and the staff is great! Even if there is a line out the door, still go. It is worth it!
This place has DELICIOUS food! We ordered the loaded chicken wonton and the Jamaican jerk wings. The owner is very friendly and encourages you to taste test the broths, which are made from scratch daily. Very little wait time for food. We were very impressed and will be back! Give this place a try, you will be happy you did!
Their loaded wonton are DELICIOUS highly recamend the brisket. It puts the meal just over 10 bucks but it is a MEAL and so gooood.
This little hole in the wall place has amazing food. Its usually cold inside in the winter, hot in the summer, and difficult to find a place to sit during the busy lunch hour. You wont regret it still. The food is easily top 3 in battle creek.
The food here is delicious, fresh, and easily customizable. Portions are generous and it’s very easy to order. Excellent for meat eaters and vegetarians alike! My favorite items are the bao; I live two states away but every time I come up to Battle Creek I make sure to come here! 🍲
I liked it a lot. Good noodles and plentiful portions. The chicken egg roll was very good. Big piece of chicken meat in the center. Curry dish was very tasty.Service was a little slow but the place was very busy.We will keep this on our come back again list
Truly a hidden gem for great tasting ramen noodle bowls. Friendly and helpful staff in this little place. I have never tried any of the other dishes they offer as the broths are so good I hate to take a chance on anything else. It’s my third time eating here and my next trip I am bringing my own big soup spoon.
Wow.... what a great place to eat. The food is unbelievable, one of those rare finds that we all feel ecstatic about when we do find it.The only reason it isnt a 5 is location and by that I mean the venue is so small it is literally elbow to elbow. It feels like you are at a night club, except youre hungry and just want to shove some great soup down your gullet.
New location, great food, friendly staff. Not fast food so be ready to wait a short while. Well worth it though.
My husband and I stopped in at the recommendation of a friend. With a max seating of 18-21 at the tables indoors, its a casual and cozy dining experience. The friendly and helpful staff explained a few of the menu items we werent familiar with. I ordered pork tonkatsu with pork belly and summer squash noodles, my husband got the same but with ramen noodles. The food was delicious, generous helpings served up hot in big bowls with a large variety of available garnishes. A good selection of bottled drinks are kept on ice. There are also a few tasty extras like egg rolls with a variety of meats or tofu.We arrived a bit before closing, so the place wasnt as packed as I had read. The staff were getting ready for a team meeting, but made sure to check if we needed anything before they started and as soon as we stood up to leave. We were very impressed at the respectful and collaberative tone of their meeting, happy to see a team discuss issues and solutions in open and constructive discussion. They definitely care and listen to their customers.A wonderful place, with wonderful food, served up by wonderful people! I couldnt ask for more!
You can taste the love in the food. This place is amazing. The owners are amazing and the staff is top notch. Miami is the heart of Asian cuisine in the Battle Creek community.
Food & service was amazing. Highly recommend perfect lunch place. Will be back very soon.
Its a nice change of pace from all the traditional food places in town. Staff is always friendly and informative on menu selections. The food is absolutely amazing, its fresh, its healthy and organic. I highly recommend this place.
My husband had been DYING to try this place and we finally went this week and I have nothing but good to say about Umami Ramen!!!! Not only is the food delicious (honestly, my first time having Ramen not out of a package) but the staff is absolutely amazing. The menu is simple but I think that’s part of the appeal! Yes it’s small and parking in the actual lot isn’t gonna happen but it’s totally worth it!I’m hoping summer hours will be longer but even so it’s worth a visit!! It’s exciting to see places like this in a Battle Creek because as far as food goes, we’ve basically got the same 5 types and that’s it!If your on the fence or feel like you’ll be out of your comfort zone, just go! The staff will help you decipher anything that you don’t understand (I know because I didn’t know 🤷🏽♀️) it’s delicious and filling!
Loved the pork belly with pork tonkatsu broth! This is going to be a go-to place for me from now on.
Preferred rice noodles to ramen. Nice small place, quick service, nice staff. Bubble tea has whipped cream, kind of unique.
Love the food and even though I usually do pick-up the staff is really nice too.
Ordered food, waited over 30 mins for it to only be handed out to a different table. Staff didnt understand the issue... Waited another 30 minutes for food which was subpar. $40 wasted.
Updating with info: I eat here every chance I get when in BC. Id eat here more if the hours lined up with my schedule and travel to and from Kzoo.Freshly made foods with seasonal and locally sourced ingredients - check. Flavorful and cravable - check. Nice staff with great service - check. I dont even mind sharing my table as long as I can slurp and make a mess.In short... check it out!
Ate here for the first time today. It was so delicious! I had the curry sauce with ramen and chicken, perfectly spicy! It seems like a lot of these small hole in the wall places are the best in town.
Amazing food! Best ramen ever and they have specials that are to die for. Staff is fast and super helpful if you dont know what something is. It IS tight with space and parking but you can take it to go if its too crowded
Food was delicious. All the other dishes I seen on tables also looked amazing. Only downside was it was so busy and limited seating. Great friendly staff as well.
Best place to eat in cereal city! Very very fresh ingredients locally sourced and exceptional service. You are greated at the door the moment you walk in! Im a food snob so when I say this place is awesome it probably is and my review does it no justice to describe the experience that your taste buds get to experience at Umami Ramen!
I wish I could give this place extra stars. I took my daughters and a friend (13 and 14 year olds) there today with super high expectations. The place is small, but feels homey, not lacking in any way. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. But the star of the show here is the fabulous food. If you ever watch those TV shows where the host goes into some place and tries the food and and just goes into some sort of food-gasm, then thats what its like. The flavors are so clean and authentic and everything was perfect and delicious. Of the 4 dishes we tried, all were a 10 out of 10. The tofu is almost crisped on the outside and tender inside, and sucks in the wonderful flavor of the broth. The chicken is tender and perfect. And if you like really, really good pork, you have to try the pork belly. It was the most tender, flavorful pork belly Ive ever tasted. I finished everything and even drank the bowl dry. We also got kimchi, and it was the best kimchi Ive had since I was in Korea. All of us cant wait to go there again. These guys know what they are doing and take pride in what they do, and it really shows.
Fresh food, great service and reasonably priced. The staff are very friendly and they will help you navigate through there menu. Worth the trip!
If you have never seen Brittany Murphys The Ramen Girl, then you cannot truly appreciate the smallness of this shop. The small area and seating is what makes this place unique to the ramen world. In Japan ramen chefs are revered, and many wait in line for hours just to get in to the small 5-10 seated area. The broth is completely homemade, and I have personally watched the owner testing the broth I believe she makes completely by herself (as it should be). Americans are not used to other cultures, or appreciating the atmosphere that goes along with another culture. I love that the owner has tried to make this place as authentic as possible. From the homemade broths, to the creative dishes she makes. The egg rolls were a great surprise the first time I had them. I also noticed that she was giving away egg rolls to homeless people (which is AMAZING)! The price relates to the quality of food you are getting. The only downside is when she moves from her small shop to a bigger area, I hope the authentic-ness stays the same, and doesnt change because a few people think there should be more room or more options. Making your own noodles is a skill all in itself, and to hire a noodle chef in the small restaurant might not be feasible at this time, which is definitely OK because the noodles she does offer with the ramen are firm and not soggy. My favorite broth is the Miso. I order mine without protein and the plethora of toppings to choose from is awesome. This shop is comparable to the ramen shop in Ann Arbor which also only has about 10 seats, you have to be there as soon as they open the doors if you dont want to wait for the goodness. Anything worth waiting for has to be delicious! I just hope when she moves her shop that it doesnt become too americanized. Being a ramen chef is no joke and for her to put out such good quality ingredients is no easy feat, putting your best out there is hard, but the owner has taken the good with the bad and made the best of her situation. I love this shop!
Poor customer service. Ive been a regular at this restaurant for some time. Staff members know me by name and know some staff member by the sound of their voice when I place my pick up order. Last week, I ordered 2 fried dumpling and 1 pork pho to-go. As soon as I left the restaurant, my pho, that was placed on the floor of my car tipped over. It immediately burst open. There was not a slow trickle. Clearly, I was extremely disappointed that part of my dinner was ruined. And now I have a quart of broth to clean out of my car carpet. When I got home to Kalamazoo, I discovered both of my orders of fried dumplings were also ruined . The dumplings were hard and dark brown. As someone who has lived in Korea for 5 years, I know how a dumpling should be. Well to crispy. Not hard like a rock. My whole $30 dinner was ruined. When I called, I asked to speak to Ian who simply said that 1 order of dumplings would be credited under my name. Needless to say, I wont be returning to use my $8 credit. Really disappointing as I know the owner is Thai and as someone who has lived in Thailand, I would expect much better customer service from this establishment.
Their Korean burrito is amazing. Very friendly staff. Will stop in again if Im ever in the area.
Went in to try this place with my little brother today. He told me about it yesterday.Food was amazing! Im sure well both be back multiple times.Staff was su per friendly and helpful as well. Seeing as it was our first time. They walked us threw the menu and even gave us some recommendations.
Ive been here several times and its always great. The staff are friendly and no matter how many people are inside, it doesnt feel like theyre rushing. My favorite is ramen chicken curry. A true treasure in Battle Creek.
Met by the owner upon arrival w/ the family. She explained the menu & concept. She was a wonderful host. The food was awesome. This Hoosier Family will be making the drive back for more.
A serious bright spot in Battle Creeks lack of great restaurants. Im a foodie from a foodie town. I Love BC but its lack of culinary delectable availability wounds me. This little place has somewhat restored my taste buds and faith in the BC restaurant scene.
This is my second favorite restaurant in Battle Creek. I was very surprised they had a noodle place here. I did not have ramen I opted for the brisket Pho and it did not disappoint. The service is a continuous flow from order to eating. If you are in a hurry Id go in an off peak time because lunch is very packed. Noodles are delicious and they have lots of fixens to go with your meal. The extras really add to the flavor of the broth however you could also just have broth and noodles and be completely satisfied. The ambiance is makeshift hole in the wall but the food is high restaurant quality. The price is awesome too. The quality and taste of the food greatly exceeds the price. I recommend this place if you want an intro to Asian noodle bowls or if you are looking for a great alternative to your regular lunch fair.
Delicious food that you cant get anywhere else around this area. Had the ramen with porkbelly in beef broth and loaded wontons as appetizer. So good! A little too warm in the dining area but well worth it for the food.
By far the best ramen west side of the state
Terrific food, fantastic specials and an amazing staff. I absolutely LOVE this place. I’m working my way through the entire menu and everything has been soooooo delicious!
I have been craving some good ramen since I visited Japan last year and this place definitely sated my ramen craving. The food here was amazing and the staff were all so friendly. The restaurant is on the small side, so seating is a hit or miss, but this place is still great even for takeout. Their take out portions are just as generous as their regular portions. I would eat here every day if it was closer to my work, Ill definitely be going at least once a week if work/time permits. Amazing, amazing food!!!!!!!!!!!!!
First visit to the new bigger dine - in facility just west of downtown and Umami is better than ever with great ramen, appetizers and entrees. Rated # 1 in Michigan for a good reason - a must try in the Cereal City!
An awesome visit to a place that produces phenomenal Asian-Fusion food. Absolutely amazing! They need more room cause their customers are only going to grow.
Even other restaurants in Battle Creek say its the best in town. Crazy how amazing service merged with fresh ingredients makes a place. If youre going to go, invite me along. Id eat there every day.
Excellent food. Great quick service and everyone is so friendly too. Love the loaded wontons and the pork belly bao is amazing! Such a great little gem in Battle Creek.
I cannot give a full review, as I have never been to the actual establishment, but I have been to their food trucks and each time I have left satisfied and content with portions, flavor, and price. I will definitely be visiting this location soon!
YOU MUST EAT HERE. Amazing food - vegan friendly, fresh ingredients made daily, wonderful staff. Eat local and have the best Battle Creek has to offer!
I had another amazing lunch! I loved the curry broth and the udon noodles wer a great addition. I love the community seating, we always seem to sit near people that are interesting and fun to talk to.
Food was amazing and the portions were large. On the warm-ish side but seating is limited inside, and outside seating is available. It seems most people that came through while I was there did take out.
This place is incredible. First time Ive been here and the food is of high quality with decent priced and good serving sizes. Will definitely be coming here again.
I like the feel of the place. The employees and owner seem really great. The restaurant is tiny, but it works and has a good vibe if you are ok with extremely casual or are just interested in take out.The food was ok. Ramen was good, but the egg rolls were disappointing. They were mostly filled with noodles, which seems like a result of cutting corners, costs, and flavors. Also, I was surprised by the loaded wontons because they were simply fried wonton wrappers topped with rice, crispy noodles, a sweet sauce, etc. I did not like it. It seemed like another time saving recipe. Why not instead fill wontons with cream cheese, sugar, immitation crab (crab rangoons) or with cooked veggies/meat?I hope the owner reads this, and makes a couple changes because I think this place has great potential!!
This restaurant is quite unique. There are a variety of different tastes to meet the needs of just about anybodys preferences. The quality of the food is excellent, the portion sizes are generous, 5 stars all around.
Ive eaten here twice in the last two days ! The ramen noodles were perfectly cooked, and the choices for meat, garnishes, and add-ons made this bowl of ramen uniquely mine. Super tasty! Get here early; the line gets long, and seating area is limited. Staff is friendly and helpful - dont be intimidated by the menu board, theyll help you through ordering.
Great unique experience! I had curry sauce with pork belly ramen loaded with all the fixings and the most wonderful shrimp ramen egg roll. I will be back to try different variations!
Came in near closing and was welcomed with smiling faces and great flavor. Pick your noodles, protien (I got the pork belly), broth and garnishes and enjoy. I recommend trying the Mochi ice cream. They are balls of unique gourmet ice cream with the texture of dry sticky rice around ice cream. Very nice prices.
Not going to lie, I am pretty envious that Kalamazoo doesnt have a cool noodle joint like this. Its a little on the pricey side as far as soup places go but its not a chain, the ingredients are quality, there is a decent amount of variety in the menu and they even make some of their own ingredients like pickles which is a nice touch. I dont live in Battle Creek anymore but try to eat here when I am at least once a month. If youre on the fence, I say go for it and you wont regret it.
I never expected a ramen place to have the type of flavors and variety you can find here. It is so much more than soup and noodles. The broth, and stock are amazingly full of flavor. They also have some of the most wonderful dishes from their loaded wontons to their asian burrito. If you havent given them a try you are doing yourself a disservice.
The food is fresh and locally sourced. My personal favorite is their ribs! They only have them as random specials so make sure to ask for them when you come in. Tell them Jim sent you 😀
Amazing place! I wasnt very familiar with the food but I told the employees what i liked and they were very knowledgeable about their product and made me AMAZING food! So glad I came and I will be back!
Excellent! The burrito was fantastic. Just wish this place was open on weekends.
The food here is AMAZING. The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because they close too early for dinner and they arent open on weekends. It makes it hard to enjoy the amazing food when you work during the week.
As Gods prophet, vision from above, I declare Umami Ramen a Dining Must! Desire Of Ages! This Blessed Food is Divine. ...it’s good to see someone understanding the connection between our health products and our End-Days message…If you only have one last meal before Gods Second Coming. This. Is. The. Place!!!
This place is awesome. Rarely am I full after a meal and I never leave this place hungry. The best part is every bite is delicious af. You have to make several trips to try everything. Start with the ramen and pork belly, get a shrimp egg roll (a wonton wrapper filled with ramen, shrimp, and deliciouness), and always check the specials board for something great. Last week i had udon noodles with miso and tofu. Tasty! Probably the best lunch place in BC.
So glad i found this gem, wonderful staff, delicious, hot food. good variety, can get crowded but other patrons are friendly, service is fast. could eat something different every day of the week.
Wow. A fabulous healthy and very friendly place to eat. Great selection of protein, noodles, veggies and an array of flavors. My first visit but not my last.
Me and my husband made a hour and half travel coming here having high hopes judging from reviews. Maybe we happened to be there at a wrong time but both our bowls of ramen were bland and the chicken was overcooked. I didnt care for the egg rolls either because instead of cabbage it was filled with more ramen and I wish they could have mentioned this in the menu because the soggy texture really threw me off.
Food was delicious and the lady who i think was the owner was so kind .Extremely nice to our kids. Loved her willingness ,To go the extra mile. To put a smile on the kids faces😊😊.🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Cozy, nice place, the owner is super sweet. She made my visit awesome. The way she is with the neighborhood children really touched my heart!I Would give her 100 stars if I could !💜
Like how you can build your own bowl. Please support your local business
It was amazing! Polite staff and great food.
Absolutely fantastic fresh food - more importantly the staff and owner are so amazing , fun, friendly , and informative . They deserve so much praise ! Our absolute favorite place to eat in Battle Creek.
I loved my experience here. I was able to choose how I wanted my ramen, and everyone in the restaurant was extremely kind. I will definitely make the drive from Kalamazoo to Battle Creek for this place again!
Wow, everything weve had here has been amazing. They have rice noodles if you need gluten free but watch them close because they tend to pick up utensils used with gluten items to serve up your gluten free meal. Thats why I had to take away a star :(.
I had the special, an ancient grains salad with tofu. The dressing was excellent, well balanced with citrus and honey and olive oil. The salad was light yet amazingly filling, and so very tasty!
First time trying Umami Ramen. It was very delicious and a huge cut above store-bought Ramen. I got ramen noodles with curry sauce and pork belly. The price of the dish was almost as easy to digest as the food itself. The curry was nice and thick and coated everything in a slightly spicy delicious sauce. If you are a fan of Asian food and enjoy ramen noodles, Umami Ramen is 110% worth stopping and every bit as much worth the value in what you pay for. The bowls are huge, you get a very generous portion for what you pay. I also tried the mushroom pho and chicken which was also so full of flavor and great. The wantons of various flavors looked amazing and I will definitely be back to try them.
Some of the best food in the area! Super fresh and flavorful. Staff is very friendly as well. Always a great experience!
The food is amazing. However the Hours of Operation are a JOKE! Good luck getting the food if you work a full time job. Closed on the weekends too?! Missing some big business...
Very impressed, the food tasted amazing.
The Korean Burrito is out of this world! All of the food is amazing, and the different options accommodate a huge range of food connoisseurs. Try the Korean Burrito with chicken and prepare to be amazed!
Went there for lunch with a friend from work and we both enjoyed our food. Great hidden gem in Battle Creek. I would definitely recommend and return when in the area.
As a first time visitor the staff was helpful in making my dish delicious. I cant wait to go back and try other great choices.
So delicious, every meal. I appreciate the friendly atmosphere and genuine care of the food. They need a bigger space!! Bravo!
The food is amazing and the service is equally so! The secret is out so expect to see people there. Id strongly recommend going with the Chefs choice with the seasoning, shes an artist!
Absolutely love this place. Best ramen in southwest Michigan! A must have!
I love her food, fresh ingredients the people that take care of you are always so nice. I love the fact that the owner work right beside her crew. Great leadership.
The food here is SOLID! You pick a type of noodle, sauce and then protein before youre asked for additional toppings. They try to get their vegetables from a local farmers market and it just makes everything taste great.
I got brisket with Udon noodles. This is my favorite soup restaurant. Think Subway but with noodles, and everythings fresh and delicious. I also got homemade pickles, bean sprouts and the house sauce.
Fantastic, good for you food, Great service, reasonably priced. A fabulous & much needed addition to Battle Creeks limited culinary experience.
Amazing place. They were so kind to walk through the menu with us. Great food, excellent service!
It was our first time there. Everything is made on site. Im going to eat there many times a week. It was awesome! I would recommend this to everyone!
Love this place! You can make your own ramen dish and i highly recommend coming to this amazing place. Will mostly return when i come back to BC.
A unique dining experience in Battle Creek, located in an inner-city neighborhood. These people really care about their business, and it shows in their friendly service and tasty dishes.
Great foodGreat staffGreat time!
Phenomenal food and genuine effort from the staff make this one of the top dining experiences in the state.
Umami ramen is absolutely delicious!!!!! I would eat here way more if I lived closer! Staff is super friendly and wonderful, and the spot has a great atmosphere!! Would eat/visit again and again, always!
The service was great, the portion was great and the price as well. if I must suggest to improve, Please use hand made fresh egg noodle (ramen) or change different kind of noodles if you must use the ready made. Way to go UMAMI Ramen!!
We love the food!!! The portions are bigger than expected, the staff is friendly and the service is fast.
Excellent ramen and many other soup choices! Great staff which is very helpful and friendly. You can tell its all handmade with care. A must try of youre in the area
Amazing food and top-notch service!Food is locally sourced when possible. Great variety of options. Very unique. Highly recommend.
Friendly and helpful staff! Delicious ramen with variety of add-ons including pickled carrot. Spicy, but not too hot. Optional add-ons for heat lovers. Battle Creek gem! Should be a destination for lunch time!
Ultimate flavor. The ghost pepper sauce was very tasty for those that love heat. It was hot. But the baos are also amazing.
Most amazing place ever! So many options and combinations, great staff, owner is really nice and talks to you, loves getting to know people! Definitely a 5⭐
My 1st time going. Super tasty food and very nice folks to help with all the choices. Love it!
Loved the food. My daughter who is 10 and does not like curry preferred my curry chicken than her dish. Will definitely be back for more.
My roommate loves this place. Im a little spoiled sense my experiences in Japan. This place is good though. Like a ramen stand with an actual restaurant. The presentation isnt as nice as a real ramen restaurant.
This place is a must visit. Food is amazing, workers are friendly and knowledgeable. My advice dont forget an egg roll. They are made fresh
I had pork belly ramen with pho broth, my wife had tofu in chickpea curry. The pork belly was cooked perfectly and just dissolved in my mouth. The pho was rich, with a nice blend of savory and sour. Plenty of options for topping your ramen. The house pickled carrots and kimchi were especially good.Staff is friendly and very helpful. The gentleman taking our order took plenty of time going over the menu with my wife and I.Pricing is very good. With tip the two of us got quite full for about $25.
Superb varieties of noodles including ramen, udon, rice, veggie too! Pick your broth, pick your protein, then put on toppings from a big selection. They make just about everything in house. Fresh, local ingredients when they can. A real sense of community here. Communal seating so get cozy with strangers around you. The ramen egg rolls should not be missed. Warning, the wonton nachos are huge and can easily feed two people.
Small little gem. Food is great and so is service. Only downside, not enough space to sit. Avoid busy hours or order takeout.
Absolutely delicious! Im looking forward to going back and trying something new. While seating is low its a nice environment.
Amazing place for great quality food. Well worth every dollar! Ive tried most things on the menu, all is great. Loaded wonton are amaaazing!
Excellent contribution to downtown Battle Creek. Lots of customizability and clearly-marked vegan options. Not much space in the restaurant, usually a line.
Love this place, the food is great and the staff is very friendly, but its pricey, not open after 6pm or on the weekends which is a big disappointment and the seating needs to be improved.
Total reviews rating 4.8
199 Reviews for Umami Ramen 2023:
Review №1
2021-11-24(4.5 Stars) Excellent food I would have given 5 stars however the chicken was on the bland side. She uses high-grade all white meat. I just wish it had more flavor substance to it. Everything else does an excellent job of carrying the chicken, from the seemingly house made Ramen noodles to the flavor-packed curry sauce. Excellent fresh ingredients apparently at play here!
Review №2
2021-10-09Always worth the stop when were in Battle Creek. Lots of vegetarian options. Great Ramen with broth choices. Favorite is the fat tofu veggie egg rolls.
Review №3
2021-10-12I had a delicious ramen and chicken bowl with dark and red sauce. First time so I asked for the two on the side. Actually I mixed them and it was wonderful. I might try something with a little more kick next time. I was surprised how inexpensive the bowl was considering how large the portion was. Very friendly, efficient staff. The Mango bubble tea is a little bit of heaven in a glass!
Review №4
2021-07-05Wish this place wasnt so far from our house. Simply amazing food. Literally every single thing that I have ever ordered from here has been top notch. This will be added to our rotation of top eats in the area.
Review №5
2021-07-22Service: Wow just wow. Before even ordering, the manager greeted us with a warm welcome, oriented us about the their broth and that it is free to try so we know what we want. Plus, everyone is friendly.Food: Their beef brisket is amazing! The pork belly Bao I ordered is addictive so I went to order 3 more. House pickles are fresh!!!! Will order pork Tonkatsu soon.Overall, you can see a lot of regular customers smiling as they get their food. You will understand why this place have a 5-star rating. As an Asian, this restaurant is a great representation of how we put our love in cooking food. 10/10 the best restaurant in Battle Creek/Kalamazoo area! ❤️P.s these food relieves me from feelings of homesickness as an Asian immigrant. Thank you!
Review №6
2022-07-05Truly love the staff, food, and atmosphere here. Owners are great people and want to truly help the community. Nothing but fresh ingredients and weekly specials all sourced from local sources. Always keep an eye out for when lani is cooking the special for the week- she is always amazing! Support this place with your business it’s definitely worth your time and money! My favorite item is the chicken egg roll! One of my favorite spots in Battle Creek!
Review №7
2021-07-21Great Noodle place with a lot of options for Broth, Proteins, Sauces, and Garnishes. I definitely recommend the Pork Belly. The only drawback is its a little on the pricey side. 3 bowls of soup and 3 drinks was $62. The outdoor patio is very nice as well.
Review №8
2022-04-18Great place upbeat atmosphere , the owners have a passion to serve great tasting food. Peecoon & Lance are a blessing to BC, they are Kind, Generous, and Honest & they make a great ramen amongst other things. They are easy to find for quick lunch to go or cafe style indoors & patio.
Review №9
2020-01-11Its real easy to drive by the restaurant if youre not looking for it. When I entered the restaurant, it didnt give me that WOW effect, however the steady stream of customers did! The menu is written nicely on the chalk board and you pick out what you want to eat and they make it for you. The food is delicious. Very seasoned. We ate at the restaurant and my portion was enough for two people. Noodles inside the shrimp egg roll was unexpected. However, it worked! The restaurant is moving to a larger location in April 2020. Stay tuned!
Review №10
2022-06-03Hands down, Ive been to Chicago, LA, SAN FRAN, NY, BOSTON, MIAMI, TOYKO... There is no better place for noodles....I cant describe it, its different, its BETTER, but still ramen and udon (my favorite). Their specials are also usually very good. Tonkotsu broth is unmatched....sometimes greatness isnt found in some huge city... THIS is one of those times! If you like Asian noodle dishes and dont eat here youve done yourself and everyone you know a disserve 😜. Anyway its good ...really really good.