KYURAMEN – 538 Main St, Winchester, MA 01890

Looking to get transported to Japan without hopping on a flight? KYURAMEN in Winchester is the place to be. My boyfriend and I had an amazing date night here, and we can’t stop raving about it!

We started with their Popcorn Chicken, which was perfectly crispy, seasoned with just the right amount of salt and pepper. Each bite was flavorful, juicy, and addicting—honestly one of the best popcorn chickens we’ve had.

Next, we split the Yakitori Platter, which comes with five different skewers: chicken thigh with leek, beef skirt, pork belly, baby scallop, and zucchini. It’s a great way to sample a variety of textures and flavors in one dish. The skewers were all tender, smoky, and grilled to perfection.

For mains, we ordered the #9 Chicken Ramen—a rich chicken broth paired with grilled chicken, marinated egg, bamboo shoots, corn, wakame, scallion, and nori. The broth was comforting and clean, the grilled chicken had a nice char, and the marinated egg was soft and savory. It hit all the right notes.

But the real showstopper? The Tonkatsu Omurice. It may sound simple—just eggs and rice—but don’t be fooled. The fluffy omelet sits atop chicken fried rice, topped with a crispy pork tonkatsu and smothered in your choice of curry sauce or demi-glace. We went with the curry and it was incredible—rich, savory, and full of umami. Truly a 10/10.

The ambiance here also deserves a shoutout. With its cozy, wooden booths and lantern-lit atmosphere, KYURAMEN makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a stylish ramen bar in Tokyo. It’s intimate and warm, perfect for a chill dinner or cute date night.

Highly recommend checking this place out—and if you do, let me know what you order! I’m already dreaming about our next visit. 🍜🍢🇯🇵 10/10 food and ambiance. 7/10 affordability!