ROKC

My partner and I were uptown and had heard about this place from several friends who raved about the food and drinks. It definitely lived up to the hype! The food and drinks were fantastic, and we loved the cozy vibe inside—it felt like enjoying a great time in someones living room.

Came here for my birthday. This place did not disappoint. The outside is very nondescript and doesnt even have a sign, but when you walk in you feel like youre in the belly of a Japanese bar in Tokyo. The food was out of this world good on the cocktails knocked it out of the park. The parmesan and truffle cocktail is a must order.

I love oysters. There’s daily happy hour, we went on a Saturday. Waiters were attentive and ready to teach about the culture of their dishes. Highly recommended.

A nice spot for a causal dinner with friends or families. The soulless sea urchin ramen was great, the drinks were good. 👍🏻

Really nice atmosphere, in one of Upper Manhattan’s nicer parts. Cocktails are really good and special (in addition to the classic selection). Food is exceptional - the oysters, and of course (!) the Ramen

We experienced exceptional food and drinks as well as great service. The space is both intimate and energetic. Every ingredient was freshly prepared and super high quality. You may find the care taken to curate each detail in this restaurant is quite lovely. 10/10 will be back again and again!

Oysters ✅ Spicy Fried Chicken Bun ✅ Kyoto and Sapporo Ramen ✅ We will definitely be back! Quaint restaurant with extensive cocktail menu including the drink that was smoking..literally. Staff is attentive and great. The place is pretty small (the bar seats 8, inside tables seat about 22 total, and there’s limited outdoor dining with just 2 tables seating 2 ppl each) but it’s big on taste and service!!! We will definitely be back for date night!

This place is a true gem, both my partner and I are vegetarian and their veggie ramen was incredible! its so hard to find a place that nails a non-meat broth. Will definitely be coming back!

This place is cozy and small but always packed. It is located near where I live. Let me say that I only I had 2 drinks and the drinks were excellent and very Japanese inspire. The service was excellent. My bartender was Joshie, such a cutie and excellent customer service. ( Sorry if I misspelled the name) He was charming and very knowledgeable. Since it is only my first time, but definitely not my last. Try the Japanese old-fashion drink!

Searched the web looking for oyster and came across this place! I came as a solo during happy hour & sat at the bar … oysters were 1.75$ , clean, fresh and yummyDrink was pretty pricey (17$) but definitely worth the try, the aroma and craft of the drink was appreciated. I had “the smoke”.Also tried the shrimp bun , soooo soft it almost melted in my mouth ! Food was AMAZING! I would visit again!

Dont walk, run to get here. Everything was insanely good and also made me drool a lot due to flavor combinations that were like a circus troop performing in your mouth. Tigers and elephants and all. The roe and sea urchin was an uppercut to the taste buds. Theres also a trashy lingerie store down the street that has buy 2, get 2 free as well as a 25% off exclusive card at the door, although they seemed to be giving it to everyone.

A memorable dinner! We went with a bunch of friends, and even though it was packed, they made room for us!Amazing pork bao, and very cozy yet flavorful ramen! I did not drank any cocktail but some of my friends did, and of course they had to take some rounds since they loved them.A part from that, I want to highlight the coziness of the place. For sure Ill be back next time visiting the city!

My new favorite cocktail bar. I was surprised because it leads as a Japanese restaurant but the cocktails far exceeded expectations. Wow! 🤩 Highly underrated. And the happy hour is a nice treat. I will return asap.

Fantastic drinks and good ramen. The chicken katsu bun was such a great appetizer, it was even cut in half to share. We loved the vibe inside, but definitely recommend coming on the earlier side to avoid the wait outside as it gets busy. Nonetheless, we appreciated the heat lamps outside and we even got started on our drinks outside which was much appreciated. The wait really was worth it!

My friend and I went exactly at 5:01 pm to this place and immediately was greeted and sat down. Already an amazing experience. We look at the menu and drinks and we decide on getting Pork buns/Shrimp buns, Summer cold Ramen, and Bone Marrow with Wagyu beef soulless ramen & the Sea Urchin deviled eggs with the Pineapple+Passionfruit and a Mescow Spicy drink. My only complaint was that the Bone Marrow could’ve had a bit more fat in the bone itself, it was mostly green onions. The presentation for the pineapple drink was so cute, didnt expect that! The place itself is intimate and small, I can tell why it’s first come first serve. The best thing on their menu for me was definitely their pork buns. 9/10!! Would definitely return and it is worth a try!

I love this place! The food and drinks are amazing.

Great oyster happy hour and inspired cocktails. The service is excellent and the ramen was also really good. It fills up quickly so I’d recommend going on the earlier side. Definitely worth the trip up from Brooklyn.

The shrimp bun is really really good. Shrimp tempura is crisp outside and soft inside. The bone marrow with wagyu dry noodle is good too. It is a small restaurant with a strong character.

Some of the best ramen Ive had in a long time. The ambiance of the place is really lovely and the cocktails were delicious. Not sure if you can reserve, but its always busy so if you plan to go with more than 2 people, call to see if you can book a table.

Almost no complains. Fun & delicious drinks, food and service also amazing. The only down side-no reservations-🫠 I’ve been there like 4 times and also had different ramens just forgot to take pictures and just ate. I came back two months later but I can’t leave more than one review. Always delicious.

Hands down best ramen in town!!!Amazing drinks and very cool ambiance.The place is tiny, theres usually a wait and they dont take reservations but its well worth it! Been here twice now and absolutely loved it. The flavors are unlike anything else Ive had before. Most delicious broth!Tip: try going on a Wednesday night if possible, less likely to wait than if going Thur, Fri or Sat

One of the most fantastic cocktail programs Ive seen in a long time! The flavors were out of this world and so creative (see Parmesan truffle cocktail below)Food we had was very good but Id say didnt live up to the creativity of the drinks/ a bit overpriced. The oysters were fantastic though. Will definitely be coming back for drinks at the very least.

Came here with a bestie who hasnt had Japanese food in so long. It was totally worth it 👌🏽 The atmosphere was very lively; the space is small and cozy on the inside, but there is outdoor seating too. The bartenders put on quite the show 🍻 One guy literally looks like an anime character with his hair lol. The presentation of the pineapple passion fruit drink was surprising 😲 it tastes sweet and tropical too. The shrimp bun is not too spicy, just mild. It was good. The karaage was delish, like lemon chicken; the matcha salt topping gave it a nice flavor. And of course, the reality. Oh the ramen 🍜 So decadent. Flavorful. I wish I had more noodles it was soooo good. Definitely a nice spot to enjoy with friends (no more than 4 probably, spacing!) or solo dolo 😎 Def coming back here with bae next time 💕 Itadakimasu~ 🙏🏽🍜

100% recommend. Came here with my partner to have dinner on a weekend night. Food was exceptional and drinks were refreshing and tasty. We ordered two ramen and a pork bun. Others have said it and I repeat: the pork buns are sooooo great. The ramen was delicious as well, albeit a little small on the portions for the protein. We also ordered some mezcalita-like drinks that were very good. Definitely will return!

Great cocktails and noodles. Need to know the location to be able to find it, which seems to be the trend in NYC nowadays. Like most places expensive for drinks, reasonable for food, is the experience that counts I guess. Friendly personnel. Could have more menu options but otherwise very tasty selection.

Went for the Happy hour around 6.20 and the place is already packed and we have to put our name on wait list which you can order drink while you wait. The cocktail is great with consistency on presentation no matter how busy they are.The ramen is considered small but reasonable for its price.Definitely be back :)

ROKC had a very nice and welcoming vibe. It was a cute little establishment that served great drinks and good food. The drink menu is expansive. You would have no problem finding any drink you could like! The food was good, but I wish they had larger portions. Expect to pay the same amount for the drink as you do food. The whole menu is between $15-$20.

This ramen shop is very good, the pork bun anf the shrimp buns are very delicious. The ramen noodles had the consistency I enjoy, chewy. The little bit of yuzu zest added so much flavor to the ramen, I was amazed at the flavor. The two drinks I had was very well made, the homemade ginger drink and the apple warm.The aesthetic is very beautiful, hints of traditional with a mix of the modern and a hint of steam punk.

Doesn’t look like much from the outside, but the ambiance inside is full of fun and energy. The bartender/owner had a quiet grace about him as he was training a new barkeep.Ramen was outstanding & drinks were delicious. I only wish I had enough room to try the sea urchin dish.

Most people order oyster but we didnt. We only come for the ramen. The food menu is somewhat limited. The drink menu has much wider selection. The service is good. The restaurant is small and busy so it will be better if you can come early. The ramen tastes good, not the best I have tried, but its good especially the vegetarian one.

Came to ROKC (btw not pronounced Rocci like someone else mentioned - stands for Ramen, Oysters, Kitchen, Cocktail) for the first time after my partner raved about it for years as the best ramen in the city... well, he was NOT wrong. The ramen was very good, BUT everything else was just as delicious and made the whole experience perfect.We ordered yuzu edamame and those have to be the beet tasting edamame’s god has ever created. It was the perfect amount of salt and spice to start your night. If you liked shrimp, I HIGHLY suggest getting the spicy shrimp bun! Those fried shallots make the perfect crunch with every bite. I want to go back just to order 10 more of those. I ordered the Kyoto ramen and it was everything I needed on a cold winter night.Their drinks are out if this world. If you like mezcal, I suggest the Mexican Firing Squad. Mezcal and spicy tequila 👌🏽. The Oaxaca Old Fashioned is also a must on their menu. I’m a big mezcal/tequila kinda guy and I was not disappointed.I suggest either getting there at EXACTLY 5, or a bit before. We got lucky and sat down at 5:15 in an outside table. There was someone in front of us who was missing a party member and they were not seated until everyone arrived. We got lucky and sat down. There are 3 heated tables outside and one near the entrance (outdoors). The heaters were great, but we went in around 38 degree weather. They were perfect for our legs, but I might suggest being a blanket and bundling up until you get your warm ramen.Again, HIGHLY suggest and it’s worth the wait.

Great ambiance and friendly staff. The drinks are amazing. The pork buns were tasty, but the fried chicken buns won our hearts. My husband really enjoyed the Kyoto ramen.

Loved everything about their cocktail, oyster, ramen, ambiance!!! The only thing was that it is an intimate place, so we waited over 90 minutes to be seated. Definitely worth the wait but felt that it couldve been better.

We went on a super cold night, and the place is warm and cozy. The food and cocktails are always fantastic.

Excellent cocktail service, with a nice variety including variations on the standards (Boulevardiers) plus some novel drinks (the Matcha cocktail was excellent). Selection of fresh oysters and clams was very welcome, along with the Momofuku-grade steamed buns. The Hakata ramen was also quite tasty.

One of the highlights of my visit to Roks was their fresh oysters. As a seafood lover, I am always on the lookout for restaurants that serve high-quality seafood, and Roks did not disappoint. The oysters were incredibly fresh, bursting with flavor, and expertly prepared. Each bite was a heavenly delight that left me wanting to order another round.

Great hidden gem. They have an awesome happy hour for oysters everyday and it was excellent. We also had the baos which were perfect. I have two cocktails the first was the Hijiki and the smoke. Both were well crafted and smooth. Great intimate place but I highly suggest you get there early or expect to wait. Cant wait to return for some ramen again!

Oyster bar! One oyster was not fresh, but the server brought fresh new oyster right away. Impressed! Food was generally good but the small restaurant was not clean. Especially restroom…

Walk a few steps down into ROKC, a dimly lit, but energetic and bustling 8 table ramen focus restaurant. The first thing you’ll notice after walking in the extensive bar and its many offerings.The cocktails at ROKC were phenomenal, each with their own personality, flavor profile, and presentation. We highly recommend trying a few cocktails.In beautiful ceramic bowls, they’ll bring some delicious chicken-based ramen. Less rich than the popular Tonkatsu ramen, this beautiful bowl of broth and homemade noodles instantly warms you up. Layered flavors deep within the broth really make this bowl of ramen a fantastic experience.We also ordered oysters and the kaarage (fried chicken), which were both absolutely delicious.

If you haven’t been here, you’re missing out. One of my favorite spots and amazing meal. Apps, ramen and cocktails are amazing!!!

Excellent cocktails served in all sorts of cool vessels like an egg shell, flask, light bulb, etc. Sit at the bar if you want to watch the creation of these amazing cocktails. Nice, not too loud atmosphere with cozy decor. Very good food, though the ramen serving seemed a little light.

Unusual ramen. Unlike other ramen joints, the focus is on drinking, so people linger and you spend 3x. Small room gets loud even on a Monday.

I must say I was very disappointed with everything at this restaurant. I understand waiting to be seated if its peak hours when everyone is going to dinner, but I dont like to be rushed out after finally being seated from a 30-minute wait. I also found it a bit rude when the server just plopped the drink down on the table. I thought it was perfume for a moment because thats what it tasted like, but I was reassured it was not as sweet as I was told, and it was indeed the drink I asked for. The ramen I ordered was very bland, and there werent many choices to choose from for someone who doesnt eat pork or shellfish. Upon finishing the meal, the hostess attempted to rush us out by placing her dirty hands on the lips of my water glass I was drinking and said, We have more people waiting to eat. We really only give you 90 minutes to sit here. I glanced over at a few tables that were seated about an hour before us and told her to excuse herself and not to rush us. I also assured her we wouldnt be coming back after a failed attempt she made by having some guy come from the back to attempt and take our receipt.

Very good ramen and oyster bar! Oysters were delicious, and ramen is as well. Cocktails are also pretty phenomenal honestly, and very specially made. Definitely one of those places where you hear the “oo’s and ah’s” as people get their cocktails, which are sometimes on fire or have an incense burning in the ice.Only two downsides, which for me, are somewhat big players and definitely make you have to consider when you come here. This place is small and it seems to always be PACKED. The first night we tried to get in here, we waited an hour and a half and ended up leaving because it was likely we would’ve waited another hour with how many were in front of us.Other thing that bothers me the most is service is pretty poor here in my opinion. The server seemed like he could care less for us to have a good experience, and we had to try to grab whoever we could to put in another drink order and get water refills. Maybe it’s the level of chaos in here due to how busy they are, but definitely a major downside to the good food and cocktail you receive.Other notes: price point is on the higher side, but for the most part, what I expect in NYC.#rokc #ramen #oysters #cocktails #newyork #ny #nyc

Coziest noodle spot I have been to and I cannot wait to come back. My partner and I were looking for a noodle shop and the fresh oysters were a bonus. That, and the bartenders masterpiece cocktails.CocktailsEach looked like a piece of art and made us excited to come back and try them all.(Pro tip: get a seat at the bar so you can watch them come to life. Impressive is an understatement.)NoodlesI had the Okinawa chicken ramen. Broths are either chicken, fish or a combination of both. For ramen purists, not having pork broth might be a turnoff but I think theyd be hard pressed to find fault with these noodles. Combined with their house blend of spices and its perfect.

P decent ramen! Not authentic but still p yummy! Vibe inside is nice too! Will try their cocktails next time

Some of the best Ramen and cocktails in the city. It’s worth a good travel uptown for this. Be prepared to wait in line to get a table.

Its a small place with really good ramen and specialty drinks. I got a yuzu drink it was a perfect combination of sweetness and flavor. The scallop appetizer was superb. Ramen is very good too and service is fast. The place is simple but cute.

This place gets 5 stare for the quality cocktails alone. Unlike a lot of places that do kitschy drinks ROKC makes delicious and not overly sweet cocktails. I love them. Most of food is good, not great but it doesnt matter - the cocktails carry it Definitely recommend the oyster happy hour, and the edamame side order. Unless you dont mind waiting, arrive early, the restaurant is quite small.

Had two awesome drinks, the pineapple and the flower. Not very much given, maybe 6 oz for 13$ but they tasted good and the presentation was cool. We also got a chicken ramen, I forget the name, but it was a good single serving portion for the price and was amazing. 10/10 would recommend!!

This spot, this spot! Owned by two brothers (I believe), this gem of a restaurant is my go-to to impress and welcome anyone visiting from out-of-town. Cocktails: best I’ve ever had except for maybe Milk & Honey (they’re closed) yet what sets ROKC apart is their welcoming atmosphere, world class cocktails and delicious food/ramen. Not a big ramen fan myself, but theirs is delicious to the last slurp. Please stay open forever because it’s a fixture of Harlem that we are so proud of, 👏R👏O👏K👏C.

Great ramen.. oyster.. cocktails. Would definitly return.Only negative is the location.. way too far up north!!

We had 2 dozen oysters, the karaage, Sapporo and Kyoto ramen and it was so good! I always have a complaint about something but the food here was amazing. No complaints and I finished my ramen entirely for the first time ever. I’d come back here again and again and again.The drinks were also so good! We ordered three of them and they were all amazing. The botanical was the best.

After seeing all the glowing reviews and mouth watering photos on Google and IG, I was excited to visit ROKC for a bowl of their Sapporo miso ramen. Unfortunately between rude service and ramen that was completely lacking in depth, I will not be coming back. The broth lacked miso taste - the main flavors were butter and cream, and combined with the corn, this made for a flavor profile more similar to corn consomme than ramen (miso ramen is my go-to, but Ive never had one that tasted like corn consomme before!). Scallions piled on top lacked the crispiness you would expect from fresh stock. The noodle texture was good (al dente) but did not appear to be homemade, which you can actually find in this price range across the city.

World class cocktails with amazing food in the coziest little space. Kodai the bartender is very talented. Smoke last word is a must.

Food and cocktails was good. However, restaurant manager Mia, was somewhat rude and unprofessional. As we were done eating, she kept giving us the look to get out. And when we were in line for the booking, she handled in an unprofessional way. Bottom line, the service ruined our night. Not going back.

Best ramen in NYC and fun cocktails! Their noodles are unmatched. We always go every time we come back to NY.

If youre looking for a flavorful ramen and uniquely good cocktails, this is your place! I used to live in the area and this was the spot where I always took any of my friends or family too.There isnt much seating so there might be a wait, but it was always worth it! The food and service is great

A popular Japanese restaurant. Its an intimate venue with some authentic items on the menu. They also have Japanese liquor. I recommend the place.

Your best bet for ramen & Japanese food in this part of town. The cocktails are splended (try Truffle and Flower!), appetizers are delish (recommend the Melty Pork Buns), and ramen is savory. The only improvement they couldve made was that the food, ramen especially, took a while to come out, much long after we had finished the appetizers. You know its good when the place was packed at 10pm on a Friday, so come at a wise time!

Tucked away out of plain view, the charming interior and beyond exceptional cuisine make this place a 10/10. ROKC exhibits true craft and ownership of the dishes and drinks they put forth and you can tell they love what they do. Their cocktail menu is true artistry, an experience within itself.

This ramen is very, very special. I have no clue what’s in it, but I can tell you it’s not typical. It has a very robust, not smoky but almost smoky undertones to it. The egg was okay but I’m not mad at it; the bowl had enough flavor to go around. My fav part was the brussel sprouts 😋

Always delicious, and always warm and friendly. Our favorite spot for date night. Spin a wheel and whatever you land on from the menu you will absolutely love it.

This little restaurant in Harlem is so intimate and the food is delicious. I can’t wait to come again and try other dishes from the menu. The staff was really nice and service was fast!

I dont want to tell anyone about this place because the food, cocktails and service was so good. This will be a secret bar transporting me anywhere other than the UES. I will be back with a very select # of people.

ROKC was a very pleasant surprise. Just visiting my brother in Harlem and thought it was time to try “that busy spot” across the street.ROKC is a small place and we waited a long time for a table but it was well worth it. Cocktails are unique and very cool and the pork buns were unreal. Menu is small so makes things easy. For good ramen, this is a place I would go out of my way to dine at. We will be back, arigato!

Amazing cozy spot with unique cocktails, great Ramen and great food! I would definitely come back!

Absolute Gem in Harlem! Fantastic vegetable ramen and fresh, petite oysters with a delicious sauce. Great service!

Delicious and cute little hidden spot. Cocktails are meticulously made and you can tell! Happy hour oysters are THE BEST - we ordered 12 and immediately ordered 12 more. Fresh and briny with plenty of oyster liquor. I also recommend the Wagyu ramen - rich and balance with a good amount of citrus.

Cozy spot with impeccable food and amazing cocktails. They’re extremely accommodating with diet restrictions as well.there is outside seating and a lively vibe inside. really blown away by the ramen and would highly recommend if you’re in the area.…oh, the oysters were incredible, too.

Overall, it is a nice place , a bit small, but it is similar to other similar establishments on the block. I had some fried chicken their that 2as very good, unfortunately I didnt remember to take a picture. The drinks are a standout there, high-quality liquors on the shelves, and competitive pricing. The wait staff was friendly and attentive.

Get there early if you can. It gets crowded so there can be a little wait. Needless to say the wait is completely worth it. Try the West Harlem Icetea. As youd expect the food is exceptional, service excellent. Its a tiny place. A gem, worth showing off to any one visiting or if youre impressing a date with your local knowledge and an eye for reasonable prices.

Really interesting and unique cocktails. Weve ordered 9 of them so far tonight without a dud. Excellent food. Cozy. This place is special. Absolutely worth a trip.

Got in without knowing anything about the place and left convinced that this is a gem in Harlem. Everything we ordered was exceptional and made to perfection. A really good and interesting place.

Loved the pork buns. The ramen broth was a little light for my liking, but I appreciate the amount of ramen that is served.

I come here for the oysters. Cheapest and freshest uptown. $1.75 a pop.The restaurant is a hole in the wall, but ideal for a casual date or quick dinner with friends. If Im in the mood for a large meal, Ill get the ramen and bao buns.

Worth any wait. Top of my list to recommend to out of town visitors. Cocktails are imaginative and unique. Food is great.

Best ramen and best cocktails on the UWS. The creative combinations of ingredients in a long list of interesting cocktails blew me away. Will definitely be coming back!!

Explicitly have gluten free ramen noodles on the menu. Not one thing on the menu can be made gluten free. Was told I should have known better and to go to flatiron or midtown. Lots of restaurants don’t make dietary accommodations but they don’t put gluten free noodles on their menus.

The only signage indicating the restaurants name is a small placard at the bar with the word ROKC. Waiter said the most popular dishes are the Kyoto (which was great) and the Bone Marrow Waugh which is a couples dish. Small restaurant that fills up quick but great service and food comes out quickly. PRO-TIP after dinner here go next door to La Perla Negra (speakeasyish bar) for drinks and on Fri and Sat nights there’s a DJ there.

Good ramen, and the oysters were on point. Very good overall. 🍲🍲🍹🍹

Small cozy place that can be loud. Drinks were amazing and food was good as always. The fried chicken bun is my fav and their veggie ramen with truffle oil is one of the best veggie ramens in the city

Pretty nice and calming. It’s a small little restaurant but they definitely provide a nice impactful environment.

Freaking amazing cocktails and buns. Wow both were so good. They have this cool drink they set on fire too. I think theyre known for ramen too and it looked really good but I didnt have it. Pretty small place so there may be a wait if its a busy time. Worth it though!

I love this place - the ramen is great, theyve got some solid oysters, but the real draw are the cocktails. Their entire cocktail menu is innovative, creatively presented, and incredibly tasty.The lines can get a touch long, and theres almost always a wait, so come prepared, but know that the wait will be well worth it.

ROKC hits all the right notes in Hamilton Heights! Fantastic service and delicious food. The non-soup curry ramen was delicious with little crunchy onion pieces and shrimp with cauliflower..a nice touch. Staff are very friendly and theres a decent range of drinks. I like how this venue sticks closely to doing what it knows best, delicious ramen.

I got their ginger cocktail (spicy, aromatic and, as requested, not sweet). It was served in a copper cup with freshly chipped ice. New favoriteThe star of the evening was their Kyoto ramen. The broth is…. Just simply delicious. Their noodles just al dente. I have never been to Japan so can’t speak to its authenticity but given this city’s trendy ramen spots to produce a caricature of ramen (which isn’t always bad), this one feels close to ramen original intent: Simple, savory, slurping good.

The restaurant itself has a really nice atmosphere - the way it’s decorated seemed very considerate. The service was fast and friendly.My friends ramen with meat was very tasteful but as a vegetarian my options were very limited and the ramen, which seemed a lot like fusion to me with Brussels sprouts and corn inside, was pretty tasteless. Wouldn’t eat it again.We didn’t try the cocktails but they looked very nice.If you go here order the edamame they were seasoned nicely

Cute, small place! Lovely place for great food and drinks! Im vegan and they had one Ramen option which was tasty. The drinks are to die for. Got the yuzu+Sansho cocktail and I would trek all the way from williamsburg just to try it again!

I would have given this place 5 stars for ambiance, food, and the cocktails are out of this world. 🌎 The happy hour oysters were delicious and my ramen was so good I wanted to lick the bowl. However there was a waitress who came in midway through our experience who was trying to rush us. We were there spending money throughout the whole time we were there and because They were a little busy at 6:30pm she tried passive aggressively to get us to move along. However I must say, the whole of our experience was fantastic.

I finished my bowl of ramen. The soup was perfect and the noodles didnt weigh me down. The chicken katsu sandwich was great too. (Also the bartender is very cute lol) good atmosphere and not overly crowded. Also not loud, so you can hear other talk. 10/10!

Great ramen. The drinks are unique and definitely worth the price. I came in on a week day for happy hour. The space is not wheel chair accessible due to the space. The staff are super attentive and the food is unique and fresh. Not a good place for a large group but it is intimate so if youre looking to impress a date its great.

Excellent ramen and the ambiance is equally impressive. A great date option. Due to the small dining space be prepared to wait as seating fills up quickly. That being said, the dining space does not feel cramped. Cocktails are very well done and the staff is very nice.

Every time Im in the city I have to stop in this cozy place. I love the ramen, its by far the best ramen Ive ever had(I usually order the Tokyo)! and the oysters are so yummy! The cocktails are well made and pretty impeccable! I ordered the pineapple and it was both pretty and tasted really good. The process of how each cocktail is made is a really entertaining show! Definitely try this place, youll be hooked!!!

Delicious! an amazing little hole in the wall restaurant. i wasn’t even that hungry when i arrived, but the “bone marrow wagyu ramen” caught my attention & it was worth every penny. i finished my entire meal.service was attentive and welcoming.

Excellent food and incredible staff. The dishes were a fair portion, and the drinks were very well crafted and also fairly priced for NYC. Vibes here are also incredibly on point. Our party of 6 came here the night when Hurricane Ida was hitting NYC. We wanted to sit outside and had a dry table that worked great. Towards the end of the evening there was a tornado warning and we sought shelter inside where we were invited to wait out the storm. The staff that night were welcoming, generous, kind, and were clearly super dedicated workers. I look forward to coming back.

We came here for the oysters based on the reviews and it worth the trip. 😉

Very salle and non announced restaurant but worth it. The pork bun is very tasty and a great appeatiser. The ramen are excellent. Good price at the end is a bonus.

The best vegetable ramen I have ever had. The only regret was I did not order more noodles! Presented perfectly in a recycled bowl. Broth was served separately to preserve freshness. Affordable traditional Japanese cuisine. Try it!

Excellent food, oysters are very good with at least 4 varieties (all east coast), ramen is the showcase and theyve got this down as well. Cocktails round out the experience with polish and flair. 4.5 stars from me

Doesn’t get old, can’t beat oyster happy hour every day, all great options on menu, great and speedy service. My upper Manhattan addiction 😜. Lively but intimate atmosphere

This restaurant feels like cowboy bebop. 10/10. Service impeccable. Cocktails really thoughtful. And the ingredients (e.g sea urchin) are really fresh. Highly recommended.

This place has some of the best cocktails and ramen in NYC. I have been multiple times and have never been disappointed with the atmosphere, service or execution. The only negative is the constant wait for a table ( A tell of how amazing it is). Have a pork bun and the vegetarian mushroom ramen. Edit: years later this is all still true, switch it up and go for the yokosuka or beef and bone marrow ramen!

Oyster bar meets ramen shop meets stylish cocktail bar. Everything was delicious, had high attention to detail, and was reasonably priced. Line out the door - but not too long. The drinks are all totally unique, the oysters were silky, and the ramen was IMO traditional and tasty. Highly recommend.

Wow, I was truly very impressed with ROKC. Everything from the food, drinks, service, and atmosphere was excellent. The ramen dishes are inventive, luxurious, and delicious. I had the wagyu ramen with bone marrow and it was INCREDIBLE. Never had anything like that before. The beef was sweet and savory and melted in your mouth and the sauce was rich but didn’t make you feel bloated or like it was too much oil. I think the bone marrow paired nicely with the scallions on top which provided some sharpness and acidity to balance the flavors. The appetizers were on point as well. I especially loved the karaage chicken with matcha salt- probably the best karaage I’ve ever had. I also found the edamame with a hint of yuzu in it very addictive. My husband ordered the summer cold ramen and that was also delicious as well - it had a nice amount of spice and bit more brine from the seaweed but it was perfectly balanced and very refreshing. For the quality of food and overall experience ROKC is definitely one of the next restaurants I have been to in NYC period. I would love to come back here again and highly recommend it!

Excellent ramen, the broth is very balanced, not too heavy like some can be. They have a long and interesting cocktail list and their drinks are served in very creative vessels - one of ours came in a conch shell. Get there early for their happy hour oysters.

Delicious food, creative drinks, wonderful atmosphere. Can’t wait to come back for a second visit! Thank you ROKC! I ordered oysters, bone marrow dish, and bee-chamomile cocktail… all delicious.

Had been meaning to visit for a while and it was definitely worth it. I was surprised by how much I liked their seafood broth ramen, which was delicious and filling. The pork bun was on point and definitely a must-have in future visits.I was very pleasantly surprised that their cocktail game is on point, with inventive serving (a light bulb was involved!). Very cool place, definitely recommend it!

Great oysters selection. Awesome cocktail menu, split into classics and theyre twists on them. And their own creatively served cocktails. My favorite the yuzu. The cocktails always wow.... Oh yeah easily the best ramen on Broadway

By far best place for ramen in this area. Expensive but if you want good noodles this is the right spot. Order extra noodles and they will come extra fresh. Beautiful quality noodle, nice flavor, and great atmosphere.

Some of the best oysters Ive had in the city. The ramen is really good! Kind of hope there were more options for add ons.It is always pack, especially during dinner service and towards the weekend. So be ready for a wait time to be seated.Drinks are unique and on point. Somewhat pricey, but better than downtown prices.Will not find another place like it in Harlem, great for a date night!

Honestly I was extremely underwhelmed. I’ve been here twice before and had a pretty decent experience both times but after this week I don’t know if I’ll ever go again. We had two waitresses and they were both extremely rude. The first waitress told us she preferred we don’t sit since we wanted to sit inside we told her we wanted to order a drink while we wait and she huffed and said alright whatever fine . After when coming to take our order she was extremely aggressive . Finally when we got seated inside we got another waitress who got extremely annoyed that we asked for hot sauce and slammed it on the table. Over the ramen was good but based on the awful service I’d rather commute further to have an experience that will allow me to actually enjoy my food.

Fresh ingredients and rich flavors. Great spot for artisanal cocktails uptown.

This is really a cocktail bar that also has some Ramen. There is an extremely limited selection of food. If you are a vegetarian (as I am) there is one ramen (better than none!) and edamame. But hey, thats something at least!Youre really going for the cocktails. We moved to the neighborhood a few years ago and this has been a favorite. The cocktails are awesome, and the menu changes here and there, but consistently VERY good. And the one time I ate the veggie ramen, it was fantastic.

Fantastic ramen, cocktails, and good service in intimate and cozy digs. The edamame was perfectly cooked and salted. The bar stools could definitely stand to be more comfortable though.

Delicious little ramen and cocktail place, as the name implies. Although the oysters are good, go during happy hour when theyre cheaper. The ginger soda is also really delightful, almost like a much fresher ginger ale; you can tell they really care about their quality.Ramen is VERY good and a fair amount of food for the price. It may appear to be small, but is very filling. Recommend the Okinawa from personal experience. Will be back!

Uni (sea urchin) dish was terrible. The fried chicken bao was decent. Just disappointed by the uni they had, tasted very off. Other dishes may be better, this was only my first time here. Very good atmosphere and service.

Excellent ramen - easy to recommend the Okinawa. Had a Japanese Old Fashioned and it was obviously made with care. We didnt encounter a wait, though the only available seats at 7pm on a Wednesday were at the bar (which was fine)

So so nice pleas to come with friends for Japanese food and amazing cocktails! Grapefruit and pineapple are the best! Try them for an incredible experience! Vegetable ramen is very good too. I’m really impressed by this place:)

Unfortunately, i was not able to try the food due to bad customer service. I was waiting for 15 minutes before the place opened to eat and was told that i had to sit in the bar. Mind you, the restaurant was empty.. it was only two people at the moment, and Im not a small or petite person. Be courteous and dont wait for the customer to walk out of the restaurant to try to accommodate them. I was going to spend time and money like anyone else.

The atmosphere is great and the staff are friendly. The ramen is good and the drinks are fabulous. Its a little on the boujie side but that seems to be what theyre going for. Theyre catering to new comers as a result of the gentrification of Harlem. Im not slamming this place because its a nice spot and Ive been here a couple times. Just know the crowd youre going to see is not the normal Harlem residents but the new ones.

The cocktails were just simply amazing!! We did not like that there are no reservations and once you get there you have to wait for your whole party to arrive. So if youre waiting on one person youre pretty much screwed because you have to wait some more since the place gets pretty packed so once they arrive even if its 10mins later, your waiting time restarts till next available seating. Pretty strict seating policy but after two drinks youll feel happier about the situation. Haha!

Really outstanding! We went to ROKC shortly after they opened a couple of years back and thought it was good but no big deal. That was when they had a very limited menu. We finally went back and - WOW. Every morsel was amazing. We had the pork buns (probably the best Ive had), the shrimp avocado appetizer (also very good), and the Kyoto ramen (one of the best bowls of ramen I have had in the city - so flavorful!). If that had been that, I would have been thrilled. But we got some drinks as well and this place really lives up to the hype in regard to the drinks. Let me put it this way - one friend got a drink with beets and I really dislike beets but this drink was so interesting, so good, that I honestly might order it in the future. In retrospect, I wish it hadnt taken me a couple of years to go back to ROKC but I will be returning soon.

Holy cow !! This spot is awesome. My wife & I stopped in last night and loved everything about it.

These guys have the most unqiue drinks and ramen 😋😋😋 its best to come here on a weekday as it is incredibly packed on the weekend

This place is unreal. It is quickly becoming my favorite dinner spot in the neighborhood. Place is very chill and the food is all really good. Veggie and seafood ramen is off the charts good. Shrimp buns are awesome and the edamame is the best I ever ate.

This place is such a tiny gold mine! the restaurant has a nice and simple food menu thats easy to read and includes a great variety of drinks. The place is fairly small but the ambiance works well. Definitely a great place for a casual dinner date or even just a place to sit down with some friends after work or class. Will definitely return especially when the weather gets colder, the ramen really warms the soul

A fantastic spot for ramen, drinks, and small plates. Wonderful service and atmosphere both inside and being served street side to take in the neighborhood.

It is only the oysters for the happy hour menu. i got two rounds and they were pretty good. the mexican firing squad was flavorful but not worth $15. japanese manhattan was a pass. karaage chicken was perfectly fried, matcha salt was a beautiful touch and the service was decent. i will return when they add cocktails back to their HH menu. otherwise, everything is way overpriced for the area.

This place is amazing. Hands down the best ramen Ive had since being in Japan. I love that the menu is small, as it allows for it all to be that much more perfected. The guys that run this place are so kind and I can not wait to go back.Had the Kyoto Ramen, the pork buns, shrimp buns, and oysters. All excellent.

Creative cocktails and a delicious veggie ramen. Loved the ambiance from the music to decor to demeanor of the servers. We got there an hour before close and there was still a little wait for a table.

Great food and the best cocktail presentation Ive experienced.

This cozy and limited menu establishment hits your ramen craven just at the tip. Their pork servings on incredibly tiny and not fulfilling. The ramen base is flavorful and tasty. Satisfying all those taste buds.Their liquor options is also limited to a defined list however, the selection I made was rather good and mouth inspiring.If you’re hungry for ramen this is not the establishment. I recommend visiting if you have a small appetite.Decor is bland but does give New York City speakeasy vibes.

I found a roach in my food and they didnt even offer to comp my meal and they barely apologized.This was my FAVORITE spot. Ive been going for years and im truly disappointed. It was not handled properly and i wont every go back

This place is such a magical hidden gem! Best seats are at the bar where you can watch the bartender make artfully crafted masterpieces. The ramen is super fresh and delicious, especially with pork belly. They have other food like deviled eggs, oysters, buns, and edamame as well.

A must try if you live or planning to pass by the west Harlem area! Always packed but wait times are not bad. Food was super flavorful!

Really terrific experience, food, drinks, everything. It is out of way for anyone who does not at least on the UWS or above, but if you are around, worth a dinner stop in. Drinks are balanced, oysters are fresh (and there is a happy hour), and the flavors in my ramen are nuanced and bold. Be wary though, they like heat here, so if you have issue with spice, this is probably not the place for you. Also, house sauces!

Youll go here for the quality, not quantity/value. This is about aesthetics, and the finer things in life, as opposed to getting the most bang for your buck.The drinks were out of this world amazing, and so was the food. Staff was nice, and extremely attentive - my glass of water was never empty. Seriously, Id be surprised if anyone said they didnt like the food or staff. You might wait for a while for a seat though, and I dont know if they do reservationsPros: Taste, qualityCons: Price vs serving size (I spent $50 and left hungry - this was for one bowl of ramen, a shrimp bun, a matcha latte drink, two sake steamed oysters, and one bluepoint oyster)Also, its a small restaurant. If I go again, Im focusing on two bowls of ramen instead of appetizers. These are small portion sizes, and your ideal combination is probably two different bowls of ramen, and one drink if youre not a believer yet (will put you in the neighborhood of $40 before tax and tip). Ultimately, I decided to give them five stars because everything else was top notch.

A hidden gem , literally hidden, in Harlem. When people are lined up outside in the cold November Rain (Guns and Roses), and at night, it speaks of what this location represents. I dont frequent Japanese restaurants, because, honestly, Im not too familiar, but I was lucky enough to be shown by my friends. Fantastic food and atmosphere. Make sure to arrive when they open at 4PM because it will get crowded really fast. The service is great and the food is delicious. All I can say is to check it, and enjoy it.

The food is delicious and not heavy. But the most amazing thing were drinks. Each drink has its own cup or mug, even bowl. Definitely a very creative menu. The place itself a bit tight, but you make it work.

It’s delicious🫶🏿

A nice, small place to grab some expensive noodles and drinks. That being said, the drinks were exceptional, and for NYC at least, really good for the price. It helps that is right off the 1 line as well. Will certainly be returning.

This place is delicious! The staff, bartender and food was above and beyond. Ramen Ofcourse is the best here. But do try out the savory cocktails which include truffle. They were amazing. There was a short wait on Friday night so we went next door for a drink while we wait. After 9pm seems less busy and tables are easily available.

Really cool Japanese ramen focused spot. Large cocktail list with dynamic designs and presentations. I had the matcha and my friend had the grapefruit - loved both. Pork belly bun was fine but the spicy fried chicken bun was delicious. We had the Kyoto and Sapporo ramen which we enjoyed. Items added up quick though! $110 with tip

This is my boyfriend and Is favorite date spot. The drinks are awesome and inventive, ramen is delicious and though I dont eat oysters, he is thrilled with them every time. It gets super packed late night on weekends since its such a small venue but if you can get there in the hours when its not as busy, its a really really great gem in this neighborhood!

Best ramen in Harlem. I ordered the oysters, pork bun and Sapporo Miso Chicken ramen. Everything was delicious and perfectly cooked. The service is extremely polite and attentive. I am 100% going back! I NEVER leave reviews but, this place is too good to pass up.

Great drinks and ramen noodles

Amazing place with the best ramen in New York 🍜 Very friendly staff, small space which can get crowded very fast but the atmosphere is great and during the warmer days there’s tables outside.

Had a wonderful meal at ROKC. Cozy atmosphere with a full bar that specializes in craft cocktails. The yuzu edamame were simply the best edamame Ive ever eaten. The Okinawa ramen was tasty with a subtle spiciness, overall very tasty. I didnt try their oysters but that is apparently a house specialty.

What a surprise! Tiny trendy little basement spot. Ramen and small plates...I had the melty pork bun and the beer mussels w cotton candy. Well, I had the Kyoto ramen bowl too. And the real treat here is that along with these great food flavors, I was able to sit at the bar and have incredibly unique and finely crafted cocktails made before my eyes! All of this in one cute little place?! Yep.

A friend of mine recommended this place to me for years. I finally took the chance and was pleasantly surprised. It is a small and cute restaurant with a cool vibe. The staff are friendly and the food was good. The drinks are the star of the show, really. I definitely cant wait to come back.

Notably, this place was just popping. There were people there the whole time and people waiting the whole time. It is a small restaurant so be sure to leave plenty of time to eat (including waiting to be seated). There is a small bar area. The food was SO GOOD. My friend and I both got ramen and it was divine. The staff was also very friendly. Great experience.

Some of the best ramen in the city imho. cocktails are fantastic and the romantic atmosphere is definitely worth the wait, even in the cold.

UPDATE (10/19/23):please add the option of matcha salt or curry salt with the karage chicken. not a fan of the change in “salts” 😕updated on 11/7/22:HUGE improvement with their karaage chicken & pork in the kyoto. chicken tastes like it used to. juicy, tender and flavorful (not salty). the pork belly is the kyoto was less fatty 🙌🏽. the spicy shrimp bun is the only issue. for $7, there should be more than 1 shrimp in the bun (it still tastes yummy). soooo thinking either put more shrimp or lower the price please. otherwise, nice to have my favorite ramen spot back on point 💃🏽💃🏽😋😋😋it is with a heavy heart I write this review. I fell in love with ROKC just after it reopened post pandemic shutdown. my bf introduced me. Id never had ramen or karaage before. their kyoto made my palette soar and the karaage was sooo yummy. but as of late the recipe has been inconsistent, sometimes the kyoto is very spicy then others not so much. they,ve reduced the number of braised pork in the ramen, down by one and sometimes the fat is poorly trimmed and I get a piece thats mostly fat. the karaage has also changed and not for the better. it used to be juicy and flavorful, now its over cooked and just a more salty profile. there are not many good ramen spots in nyc, let alone in northern manhattan. I really wish with all my heart they would get back to the way they used to be.

One of the best ramen shops in NYC. Its a small place thats very cozy. The oyster shots are fantastic. The broth used in the Kyoto is one of the best Ive had.

More hype than substance. Is this a ramen shop on a fancy drink spot? I ordered a sweet mixed drink that had a splash of miso ...it tasted a bit like old veggies at the bottom of a fridge. My gfs drink was in a fancy frozen green pepper but was just meh. Ramen was OK, but you can get better ramen at plenty of spots in midtown. I get what theyre trying to do, but I would rather they color within the lines a bit more and focus on technique.

ROKC is my favorite restaurant in all of Manhattan. The ramen is great, the cocktails are awesome, and all in all its just a really lovely, cozy environment. Im a little sad that it has gotten so much press because now its always crowded. However, the hype is very well deserved and I will continue spending way too much of my income at this place(Pro tip: to avoid waiting either go on a weekday right when they open at 5 or wait till 10. From about 5:30-9:30 theres usually an hour wait. Alternatively, go, put your name down and grab a drink somewhere else - just make sure to tell the hostess youll be back and notify them when you get back so you dont just your spot in line. The restaurant is tiny so theres not a lot of breathing room if you try to wait in the place. Again - definitely worth the wait)

The ramen includes chicken-based and/or seafood-based broths. The summer ramen are light and refreshing. The melty pork bun is melty and tender. The karage is my fave in the City.The cocktails are a major draw, each having its unique quality and so expertly crafted. The drinkware is fantastic.The ambiance is dim and romantic.

Gold standard of Cocktail / Ramen bars. Once again, I feel the need to reduce a significant amount of my previous 5 star ratings. Because they do not come close to the quality, tastes and service of this place.. BEST cocktails Ive had in a long time. Great food... BEST Oysters! - The place is hard to find, hidden among apartment buildings, and I am completely jealous of the people living on this street. I know I would go broke living near ROKC!

Food is very good. Small place, ambience is ok ok. We tried their chicken ramen and it was yummy. They have good range of cocktails.We spend about an hour drinking and eating. Since the place is little small, it gets kinda of suffocating after a while. Overall nice place to hangout for a short time and have a quick dinner. Must try their chicken ramen. They have a vegetarian ramen too.

Great choices of cocktail cups! I really enjoyed drinking each and every one of them since they all came with an interesting cup🍶 great foods! Oysters weren’t tasting like a sea, ramen tasted well with cocktails, edamame were salty enough to be tasty! I would love to come back for more of their wonderful dishes with fun cocktails!🙋🏻‍♂️

Get here early. Expect a wait. Everyday. But, it’s totes worth it, Gina.Food: 5Portion to $: 3Service: 4Dranks: 5The closest ramen this good is in midtown west.The oysters are fresh.The cocktails are Devine.It’s a destination, only if you can’t be bothered to travel that far.

Delicious food, amazing drinks. Ranked one of the best bars in the US by Esquire magazine. I recommend getting the Nagasaki, which has a delicious yuzu taste, while having a kick that adds flavor to the dish.

My vegetarian Ramen was flavorful and delicious. Service was great. Our server never allowed our glass of water to get more than half empty. I appreciate that kind of service!

Best ramen shop in Manhattan! Have been here more than 20 times. They change menu from time to time and always have some dry ramen options. Recent new ramen is Wagyu Bone Marrow! It’s the best ramen I’ve ver had. Yuzu edamame is so good and so special. Most food on their menu are very unique that you can’t find it anywhere else.Cocktails are also very good here. They don’t have dessert btw.

My favorite restaurant in NYCfrom the amazing cocktails, appetizers and ramen to the really unique vibe I find myself every time I’m in there looking around and thinking to myself how special this place isthe best seat in the house is at the bar - incredibly talented and inventive bartenders are such a joy to watch

Very good service! Food is ok, but unfortunately we couldn’t enjoy it enough because it was very loud there

The places is clean. I cannot lie they have good drinks. But if you order takeout food youre going to pay $14 for 2 ounces of whatever you order. Their soups are salty if you want to have diabetes go eat in that place. Besides that the waiting time for takeout and tables is 1 hour or more. They never have tables available.

Ordered takeout from ROKC and was very excited to get home and try it as the decor was impressive and Id heard good things.Once I got back to the 6th floor of my walk up, I realized the pork and egg I paid $5 extra for was left out. While I know theyve only been open a couple weeks and there are always kinks to work out, this is inexcusable to me-only one couple was in the dining room so it wasnt as if they were slammed.The most frustrating part of the whole experience is that there is no phone number anywhere on the web that I can find nor on the receipt. Overall the ramen was good but my experience left me with a bad taste in my mouth, so to speak.

Drinks were amazing, especially the cucumber one (they customize it to your like of spiciness) chicken bao bun was to die for!! Ramen was a bit salty for my liking but still good.Service was also great, a bit of a wait outside on a Friday night.Wish they had played a lil music but overall great spot & will definitely be back!!

Delicious food and great cocktails. Highly recommended!

Got there when it opened at 5 on Friday and there was a queue out the door by 5:30. Great cocktails, ramen, oysters. All things considered, it was probably the best meal out we had in NYC.

The best place. My go to. Been coming here for years. It is worth the wait and the coin. Friendliest staff and unique cocktails. They are consistent and are always helpful if anything isn’t to your liking. Only suggestion I would make is that they put rugs/sound cushions on the ceiling to help with how loud it can get. Hard to have a conversation if it’s crowded. Otherwise, 10/10

Food is great, bar tender is great.

Amazingly delicious and creative cocktails for a low price . But ont listen to reviewers that say its all about the drinks here; the food and appetizers are mind blowing too. Perfect place for a repeat visit

Great drinks, ramen, and oysters! Highly recommend for anyone in the area.

My new favorite place in the neighborhood! ROKC is an initialism for Ramen Oysters Kitchen and Cocktails. This cozy nook is quite an intimate setting frequented by locals and you will always be greeted with a smile by the owners and staff! Each ramen dish is carefully prepared, beautifully presented, and a delectable indulgence. I am not a big fan of ramen, but can scarf down any of the ones on the menu! My recommendations are the Vegetable and Hakata.ROKC is an excellent place for oysters! They are fresh, delicate, light, and are a good selection between sweet and briney. If you know your oysters, youll know your picks. If you dont, or just want to be adventurous, ask them to fix a spread for you and theyll gladly oblige.Lastly, ROKCs menu of cocktails is unparalleled in Harlem. Not only are there new iterations of classics, theres myriad inventive new drinks, as well. My favorite is the Flower, a delicate, chilled drink with lavender aroma and truly floral taste. But theyre not just delicious, each drink is uniquely served in a different glass/cup/container that makes them works of art. The Flower is served in a bulb over ice in a mirror flower pot, garnished with rosebuds and lavender stalks. I recommend sitting at the bar at some point in order to bear witness to the theatrics of mixology. Its a wonder to watch the bartenders prepare each drink, never rushed and individually crafted.Welcome to the neighborhood, ROKC!

Drinks are super fun and the atmosphere very chill.

This is quite a special establishment, particularly for this neighborhood. Small and intimate, incredible food, and a distinctly theatrical japanese bartending style. Expect for some of your drinks to be on fire or served in a giant conch shell. The pork buns are sent directly from heaven.

Great trendy place, well at least it was. I had the misfortune returning here after a bit of a hiatus on a supposedly snowy Saturday. Its NYC, they threatened blizzard we get a heavy flurry. Anyway, no parking as usual but no wait ironically so we hurry in they sit us at the the bar: which Im cool with until I realize theres three empty tables in the back. My wife is an optimist and she explains easier to get drinks here. Meanwhile Im 64 260 sitting on my coat trying not knock people over when I reach for my napkin.Deep breath.I order some version of a old fashion in an iced tea cup which the bartender liberally sprays absinthe making it taste a lot like chilled cough syrup just thinner. (Almost like you took Robitussin and put it on ice in a plastic double cup.) A dozen wellfleets, all still firmly attached and floating in a pond of broken shells. She orders Sapporo or something to that effect (chicken ramen/hominy) one slice of chicken and to cans of corn, if you want the recipe. I on the other hand got creative and ordered the Curried ramen with shrimp. Comes with 4 shrimp, 4 pieces of ice cold cauliflower and a bowl of ramen noodles totally glued together with some shrimp paste. Too thick for chopsticks to thick for the horderves spoon they give you. By the way kitchen closes in ten, last call, chimes the waitress at which point I realize no ever even asked if the food was okay.We also got some cotton candy beer mussels those were great.So if you want go watch the bartender super complicate getting drunk and leave dissatisfied. Heres your spot. I initially have this place a five but time changes all this one quicker than most.

Just like it states on the website, get there as soon as it opens, Because it gets crowded fast. But the atmosphere is completely comfortable and friendly. The food is delicious.

This place is a gem; they have some of the most inventive cocktails Ive ever seen, some of the best service (the bartender literally ran after me to give me some soup I asked for take out when I forgot), and really fantastic food. Would go back 100%.

10/10 hands down best Ramen in the city. Great service and very well curated cocktails and you have to try their chicken buns

Great service. Cozy atmosphere. Amazing food. The shrimp bun was amazing. The oysters were fresh.

One of the best Ramen I’ve had in New York City 10/10

Its a very cozy place to have dinner and I quite enjoy the ambiance. Happy hour for oysters is 1.5 each oyster so its not a bad price. My main issue is that majority of the oysters I got was very tasteless and watery but thats hard to control for, I hope next time the posters actually have flavor. The ramen is good and I like the rich broth, the noodles are nice and chewy with a good texture. I would definitely come back for the ramen.

The happy hour oysters are awesome and I LOVE the cocktails (even if they are a bit expensive). Bloody Mary in a conch shell? Fizzy gin drink out of a light bulb? Yes please. Also, gotta try the pork/shrimp buns.

The service was impolite and disrespectful. The restaurant is not family friendly. The server said that the customers were complaining because the kids were chuckling. After 2 hours at the restaurant, they notified us of the 90 minutes rule and asked us to leave the restaurant. I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant to other parents or people looking to have a good time.

As usual the food and service was excellent. The oysters were spot on and my ramen was so tasty. Get there early because it fills up quickly.😊

Excellent but somewhat expensive. If you can grab their happy hour oyster deal, its great. The oysters are delicious but tiny. Their spicy fried chicken sandwich was delicious, as were all the cocktails there. The highlight of the exprience for me was the Smoke cocktail which was one of the best cocktails Ive ever had. My friends and I agreed that it tasted like being in a wood cabin. It was phenomenal. Ive taken to recreating it at home.

The food, the service and the cocktails. You dont expect to find this place in Harlem. A real modern japanese food. Never have I ever loved a noodle as much as their curry noodles with shrimps. OmG absolutely amazing pair it with their french sauvignon blanc its beyond perfect. Their appetizer chicken is just nothing like you tasted before. The service is more than remarquable. I maybe went there over 6 times in 2 months. Everything is beyond great. Vegan options. Vegetarian options. And meat lovers options. The food is simply incredibly tasty and good. Worth going there from anywhere in NYC. The place is beyond amazing. The real kind of spot that you need to discover. No words can describe how mucb the rokc is a place to try.Update: so disappointed the place didnt invest in outdoor heaters! Bummer.

A craving for Sunday night ramen led me to ROKC, and I could not have stumbled upon a more enjoyable experience!The warmly lit, cozy atmosphere strikes a balance between rustic minimalist and 20s speakeasy - and the drink selection resonates with the latter. Made the freezing weather melt right away.As for the food, I nearly fell into my Kyoto ramen! Savory broth, tender pork belly, delicately plated with the look of a $$$ restaurant.I will def. be coming back for happy hour, with many friends in tow!

Extremely wide variety of craft cocktails, and excellent ramen!

Great food, great cocktails, great staff. I had the spicy shrimp bun, delicious sapporo ramen and shared a cocktail with my friend who had the vegetable ramen.

We sat at the bar and enjoyed tailored cocktails made with art. Great vibe, great food.

Excellent cocktails, amazing food. My friend wanted a non-alcoholic cocktail. Waiter said they could do a nice lemonade. It was really delicious! Can get a little loud, but its worth it.

Best ramen and edamame Ive had in this city so far. The ambience is perfection and the mixology drinks are always something fun and exciting.

My new favorite local spot. Cozy and beautifully designed and amazing Oysters happy hour! We needed a place like this in the area. If youd like more detailed information, check my instagram account @foodingaroundnyc

Best places to eat in Harlem! Great drinks great food for a perfect evening. Service was great even on a busy day. Loved the vibe! Recommend!!