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IPPUDO NY

65 4th Ave, New York, NY 10003, United States · United States

4.4 on Google · 5,488 reviews · View on Google Maps

Manipulation score

Clean

Completed Jul 15, 2026 · 216 reviews flagged

How this score works

The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.

Burst
— an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
Low activity account
— the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
Duplicate text
— the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.

Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →

Case conclusion

What the numbers say

4,488 reviews examined

Google rating
4.4★

All reviews shown by Google

Not-flagged average
4.4★

4,272 examined reviews

Flagged
5%

216 of 4,488

Coverage
82%

4,488 of 5,488 Google reviews

“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 15, 2026.

Review brief

What reviews not flagged by Revdict say

Reviewers report that this popular spot offers flavorful, rich ramen broths and a variety of delicious appetizers like pork buns and karaage. While many enjoy the lively atmosphere and efficient service, some note that lines can be long and prices are on the higher side.

+ Repeated strengths

Rich and flavorful ramen broth

Reviewers frequently praise the depth and flavor of the various ramen broths, such as the tonkotsu and spicy options.

1 supporting review

5★ · 2021-06-06

Best ramen I had in NY. Pork buns and shishito peppers with yuzu salt are amazing. Karaage was nice but not the best I ever had Broth of the ramen is just getting better and better with each spoon. Akamuru shinaji has a creamy broth whereas...

Delicious appetizers and buns

The pork buns, chicken buns, and karaage are highlighted as standout starters by numerous reviewers.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2021-08-30

Very good ramen. Decent pork buns and edamame. I ordered the spicy ramen, which I thought was the best broth of any in my group (we tried all four). It had a little spice but wasn't too spicy for anyone in our group. The restaurant also has...

4★ · 2026-06-04

A unique ramen experience in New York. The atmosphere feels more like a bar or pub than a traditional ramen shop, which made it fun and different. The ramen was good, the vibe was lively, and overall it was a pleasant experience. Definitely...

Lively and welcoming atmosphere

The restaurant is described as having a fun, energetic vibe with attentive and fast service.

3 supporting reviews

4★ · 2021-06-17

Bustling lively atmosphere with satisfactory service and knowledgeable waitstaff makes it easy to have a great time here. We were able to walk in less than an hour after opening but it is usually packed so consider making a reservation to p...

5★ · 2023-03-16

Exceptional hospitality, cool dim environment, and amazing food! Overall 10/10 I can't wait to visit again and try other dishes.

5★ · 2025-09-30

restaurant is nice and food is good and not too overpriced. You should work on your musical selection though, nobody wants to hear cheap dance music that loud at a ramen diner.

− Repeated complaints

Long wait times

Reviewers report having to wait significant periods for a table due to the restaurant's popularity and walk-in policy.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2021-07-22

In Manhattan New York, there are many Japanese-style ramen restaurants (Ramen), but "Ippudo" has the biggest name. The restaurant is small, warm, and chic; it always has long line to wait during meal times. There is another “Ippudo” on Fi...

5★ · 2021-10-20

Great food and pleasant staff. Place has amazing ambiance, atmosphere is dope. They do have a crazy line of people trying to get in so wait time is nuts. We went there on a Friday night and had to wait a couple hours to get out table. But a...

5★ · 2025-09-20

Some of the best damn ramen in NYC. They do not take reservations, and there is often a wait, but it is worth it

High prices and extra charges

Several reviewers mention that the dishes are pricey and that basic toppings like eggs cost extra.

1 supporting review

2★ · 2021-08-31

To me, didn’t live up to the hype and although the food is good and tasty, the overall experience is not positive. The portions are small and they even charge extra for the egg (??). The ramen is good, granted, but it is way overpriced all...

Loud noise levels

The indoor environment is frequently noted as being very loud, making conversation difficult.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2021-07-22

In Manhattan New York, there are many Japanese-style ramen restaurants (Ramen), but "Ippudo" has the biggest name. The restaurant is small, warm, and chic; it always has long line to wait during meal times. There is another “Ippudo” on Fi...

3★ · 2022-09-11

Good food but pricey and very noisy... the music was too loud, almost like in a club and the waiters were yelling all the time. I just wanted to have dinner, not a party.

Good for

  • Ramen lovers seeking rich pork broths
  • Casual group dinners with a lively atmosphere
  • Trying popular Japanese appetizers like pork buns

Avoid if

  • You prefer a quiet, intimate dining environment
  • You are on a tight budget or dislike paying extra for toppings
  • You want to avoid long wait times without a reservation option
Summarized from 1,000 text reviews not flagged by Revdict · 2021-05-25 to 2026-06-23 · Summaries can miss context; open the supporting reviews before deciding.

Review anatomy

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Rating distribution

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Evidence

  • low activity account 212 reviews flagged weight 0.8
  • generic account 4 reviews flagged weight 1

Flagged reviews

Showing the 10 most suspicious of 216 flagged reviews.

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Jennifer Mara

714 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2019-11-07

There are rules when dining here —make sure you order everything upfront - there are no additions - no extra noodles - no nothing like that -so make sure you have all your shet together before you start to order. That being said this is a great place to celebrate someone’s birthday the Ramen is abso...
generic account suspicion 85
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Alicia

147 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2020-12-09

Flavorful ramen, amazing pork bun. I love how you can mix the paste/sauce in yourself, and how the pork bun has both spicy sauce and mayo included. Delicious.
generic account suspicion 85
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Yossi Shelef

124 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2024-01-17

generic account suspicion 85
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David Ma

92 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2024-06-04

First time back in almost ten years. The decor has certainly changed for the better. The ramen was okay.
generic account suspicion 85
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Gidi Shavit

1 review

★★★★★

2026-04-10

low activity account suspicion 48
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david cooper

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-03-10

We love this place, Every time the food is on the point.
low activity account suspicion 48
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Alyssa Gallo

1 review

★★★★★

2025-12-30

low activity account suspicion 48
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Cody

2 reviews

★★★★★

2025-12-26

low activity account suspicion 48
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배기웅

2 reviews

★☆☆☆☆

2025-11-15

One of the worst Ramen I have ever had. The chef mocked me as taking picture of my food. He said it was like fishing Koreans over here. Very racial.
low activity account suspicion 48
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Divyanshu Sharma

2 reviews

★☆☆☆☆

2025-05-07

low activity account suspicion 48

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