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Ninja Ramen is a unique ramen restaurant and pub located on Washington Avenue, offering delicious ramen made by their very own "ramen ninjas" along with their signature drinks. With a kitchen open until 2am, it's the perfect spot for a late-night meal.
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12/17/2025

The 5th and Final time! Houston's only Indoor Snow Event, where we pump in 10,000 pounds of snow into a tiny ramen bar, and it gets COOOOLD!!! Boozy hot chocolate (and a kid-safe version as well!), hot soup, winter vibes, there's nothing more you could ask for when it's 80 degrees outside in good ol' December!
Doors open 4pm - 2am Friday and Saturday, 6pm - 2am Sunday
PLEASE wear thick coats and warm boots!

12/02/2025

When Ninja Ramen first opened nearly 12 years ago, I was excited to share my ideas with Houston. My family did everything to support me, put in the hours, drove all the miles, and we opened our doors not knowing what the journey would bring.

It brought joy. Nothing made me happier than putting in another 16-hour day and interacting with the 50 customers we got each night. I got to meet so many cool people, got to hear so many great stories, got to share in the lives of so many, it felt like I was living thousands of lives.

It brought growth. We grew from something teeny tiny to something at least.... 3 times teeny tiny. We became a known destination. We held the largest selection of Asian whisky in the country. We opened the world's smallest bar. We have the world's sexiest restaurant owner in a 50-foot radius. We received recognition from peers and the public, and I would say, we made a mark within the kaleidoscope of Houston culture.

It brought fulfillment. I accomplished my goal of running a successful restaurant that lasted for over a decade. We succeeded in being a home for many customers, and an incubator for many hospitality workers. The number of relationships that started here is too big to count (even I met my future wife here!). I fully believe I've accomplished everything I could have wanted to accomplish in this space.

It brought realization. On a very personal level, I realized that losing my mother in 2021 impacted my motivation to work so hard. In many ways, I wanted this restaurant to succeed for my parents. With my mom gone, some of that drive to keep this going is also gone. I am always thankful for the time I got to spend with her and my family, and I have never been more conscientious of that desire to spend time with my friends and family than right now.

After 12 years, I'm ready to move on to the next chapter in my life. Working 100-hour work weeks year after year is something for the younger me, and I'm looking forward to spend more time with my soon-to-be-wife, my dad, and the rest of my family.

Ninja Ramen will close on December 30, 2025. We have a bunch of events lined up to close out the year, so I hope to see ya'll one more time (or three?). Please come by and tell me you love me, and I'll do the same for you. It has been an honor to be a part of your life as you have been a part of mine.

Sincerely,

Christopher Huang
That weird guy that's often topless in Ninja Ramen

11/12/2025

Thank you, City of Houston, for cordoning off my business and tearing up the sidewalk WITH NO NOTICE.

ANYWAY, WE ARE OPEN. I AM HERE. IGNORE THE TAPE. HEED MY COMMANDS. PLEASE COME IN. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION.

10/29/2025

IT'S FINALLY RAMEN WEATHERRRRR!!!! Been waiting 10 months out of the year for this!!

10/23/2025

We've been talking about this for weeks, don't forget it's THIS SUNDAY! Come SHOW OUT in costume from all the Disney goodies and animated classics you can think of, and hang out for the best Sing-Along you've ever had in a ramen bar!
Prizes for the Top 3 in the Costume Contest, bonus points for SPOOKY versions! Come on, I wanna see a scary Emperor Cuzco llama!

08/20/2025

Malort + bourbon barrel + time = flavor town

06/03/2025

NOW OPEN MONDAYS
8PM - 2AM
KARAOKE ALL NIGHT

SEE YOU AT THE BOWL

05/29/2025

NINJA RAMEN NOW OPEN ON MONDAYS FOR KARAOKE.
YES.
MONDAYS.
Bring yo friends, bring yo wife, bring yo girlfriend too
Come and maybe you'll see me sing my American Idol audition song!
We'll be running a special food menu to kick things off

02/28/2025

Of course 2025 sees our OnlyFans account get locked because we got hacked by some 21-year old named Jake from Toronto, who proceeded to spend hundreds of dollars after spitting some wack game (and also IS A TERRIBLE TIPPER).
He also messed with the account, like deleting some posts and changing our profile picture (to something that OnlyFans deleted because it was too risqué, which is saying something).
Fortunately, we got our money back, but we're missing some customer photos that got deleted.... come to the shop and send us more pics of yall enjoying our noods!!
And Jake, up your game, bro. You weak!

02/17/2025

**** UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT ****

WELCOME TO THE TEAM, HERB!

We've been on the lookout for bright, young minds, and apparently Herb here has been told that he has one by all his elementary and junior high school teachers (and even a couple of his high school teachers). He will be bringing in new ideas, fresh perspectives, and JNCO jeans, and we look forward to the new directions we will be headed in!

Effective immediately: NEW MENU ITEMS!!!

We will be expanding our menu with new appetizers and entrees, including old pop-up favorites like our Birria Dumplings! Come by this week to say hi to Herb and check us out!

12/20/2024

📍Houston Heights
Hot Ramen, premium whiskey specials, and themed craft cocktails!
Kids welcome (at the tables)
No reservations, no cover charge, just good holiday fun.
4th annual Ninja Ramen Christmas Party!
Starts 4pm Friday and runs through Sunday

Address

4219 Washington Avenue
Houston, TX
77007

To reach the pub and ramen restaurant located on Washington Avenue in Houston, there are a few options for transportation.

For those using public transport, one option is to take the METRO bus and get off at the closest stop on Washington Ave. From there, it's a short walk to the venue.

If driving, take I-10 West towards Downtown Houston and exit onto Studemont St. Turn left on Studemont St then take a right onto Washington Ave. Look for parking spots along the street or nearby parking lots.

Alternatively, if coming from downtown Houston, take Memorial Dr westbound towards Shepherd Dr. Turn right onto Shepherd Dr then left onto Washington Ave. Again, look for parking spots along the street or nearby parking lots.

Once you arrive at your destination on Washington Avenue, you can look for a restaurant serving ramen dishes and other Asian culinary delights.

Opening Hours

Tuesday	6pm - 2am
Wednesday	6pm - 2am
Thursday	6pm - 2am
Friday	6pm - 2am
Saturday	6pm - 2am
Sunday	6pm - 2am

Website

http://www.ninjaramen.com/

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What people say

Ramen restaurants have become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. The warm, comforting bowls of noodles and broth are the perfect meal for any occasion. And when it comes to finding the best ramen in Houston, look no further than Ninja Ramen on Washington Avenue.

This pub-style ramen restaurant is run by a team of true ramen ninjas, led by the talented and Michelin-tired chef Christopher Huang (also known as Sailor Swift). But it's not just the expertly crafted bowls of ramen that make Ninja Ramen stand out - they also boast the largest Asian whisky selection in the continental United States.

For those looking to try something new, their Suntory World Whisky Ao is a great stepping stone for bourbon drinkers looking to explore Japanese whisky. And for the OGs out there, they still have the discontinued Nikka Taketsuru 17 - a super balanced whisky with just the right amount of sherry influence.

But let's not forget about the star of the show - their delicious ramen. From classic tonkotsu to spicy miso, each bowl is made with care and attention to detail. And if you're feeling adventurous, try their rotating specials like their black garlic oil ramen or their vegan mushroom miso.

And if you happen to visit during winter months, don't miss out on their annual snow event where over 10,000 pounds of actual snow is piped into the interior of Ninja Ramen for a truly unique dining experience.

So whether you're a ramen aficionado or just looking for a cozy spot to enjoy some delicious food and drinks with friends, Ninja Ramen is definitely worth checking out.

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