KEI (Izakaya and Ramen)

Name: KEI (Izakaya and Ramen)
Address: 193 7th Avenue, New York, NY, 10011
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.8

Chelsea · Ramen

193 7th Avenue, New York, NY, 10011Directions

4.81,181 reviews

Sapporo-style ramen meets izakaya dishes in a warm Manhattan setting.

KEI (Izakaya and Ramen) is a $$ Ramen restaurant in Chelsea, New York. It has logged 257 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Friday afternoons; check ins have held steady over the past month. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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Why go

KEI is a Japanese izakaya and ramen spot with a strong Google signal: 4.8 stars from 1,181 reviews. The praise clusters around Sapporo-style ramen, izakaya plates, attentive service, and a stylish, warmly lit bar atmosphere.

editorial/ updated 14d ago

Fast facts

Google reviewers give KEI a 4.8 rating across 1,181 reviews.
The menu is described as going well beyond ramen, with Japanese izakaya dishes in the mix.
Reviewers call out warm lighting and a cool Japanese bar atmosphere.
Mentaiko udon and banana crème brûlée both appear as standout review picks.

editorial/ updated 14d ago

Did you know

KEI carries a 4.8 Google rating from 1,181 reviews, with praise stretching beyond ramen into izakaya dishes and dessert.

editorial/ updated 14d ago

What people say

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KEI NYC offers much more than just ramen! They serve delicious Sapporo-style ramen alongside a great selection of Japanese izakaya dishes. My favorite was the mentaiko udon—it was creamy, savory, and incredibly satisfying. I also highly recommend trying the banana crème brûlé…

Foodie Elitea month ago

I’d been wanting to come here for some time, and I’m so glad I finally did. Everything I ordered was absolutely delicious, but the salmon appetizer was a standout. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. Everyone, from the hostess…

Desiree Jones5 months ago

Great izakaya spot in Manhattan. The space is stylish with warm lighting and a cool Japanese bar atmosphere. We ordered sashimi, ramen, and katsu curry. The sashimi was extremely fresh and beautifully plated. The ramen broth was rich and comforting, with tender slices of meat…

Beau Geste6 months ago

Google reviews/ updated 14d ago

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Neighborhood

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128 check ins

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When it's busy

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Review signal

4.8

1,181 Google reviews

Google Places/ updated 14d ago

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FAQ

How popular is KEI (Izakaya and Ramen)?

KEI (Izakaya and Ramen) has logged 257 check ins on Blackbird, and check ins have held steady over the past month.

When is KEI (Izakaya and Ramen) busiest?

KEI (Izakaya and Ramen) is busiest on Friday afternoons, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does KEI (Izakaya and Ramen) serve?

KEI (Izakaya and Ramen) serves Ramen, Japanese and Izakaya cuisine.

How expensive is KEI (Izakaya and Ramen)?

KEI (Izakaya and Ramen) is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at KEI (Izakaya and Ramen)?

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