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Okiboru House of Tsukemen

117 Orchard St, New York, NY 10002, United States · United States

4.5 on Google · 847 reviews · View on Google Maps

Manipulation score

Clean

Completed Jul 15, 2026 · 37 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.

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Case conclusion

What the numbers say

847 reviews examined

Google rating
4.5★

All reviews shown by Google

Not-flagged average
4.5★

810 examined reviews

Flagged
4%

37 of 847

Coverage
100%

847 of 847 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 small, counter-service noodle shop offers flavorful dipping ramen (tsukemen) and efficient mobile ordering. While many praise the chewy noodles and rich broths, some patrons note long wait times and high prices relative to portion sizes.

+ Repeated strengths

Delicious and chewy noodles

Reviewers frequently highlight the fresh, house-made noodles for their ideal bounce and chewy texture.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2022-10-07

ramen shops that take you to noodle nirvana are few and far between, especially in NY. of those select elite, none can quite scratch the itch of a proper tsukemen. Okiboru has the answer. rich hearty broth combined with a perfectly chewy n...

5★ · 2022-10-17

Okiboru House of Tsukemen offers a small, focused menu of noodle dishes with an emphasis on quality, simplicity, and flavor. The namesake tsukemen features, bouncy, homemade noodles paired with a rich fish and pork dipping broth and topped...

Rich, flavorful broth

The thick, savory dipping broths and soup bases receive widespread praise for their deep umami flavor.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2022-10-04

Top 10 noodles I’ve ever had, really rich broth. Pork was so juicy and flavorful. The ramen was the best I’ve ever had. It looks so simple but the flavors were insane. Staff was really kind and helpful to make sure everyone knew how to dip...

5★ · 2022-10-06

Best ramen I have ever had in my life. The pork chashu was life changing. Broth was moreish and impossible to stop slurping. Pure bliss 10/10

Efficient service and ordering

Reviewers note that the QR-code ordering system and fast turnover keep the lines and meal times moving quickly.

1 supporting review

4★ · 2022-10-14

Came with a friend to get the tsukemen! Lines start pretty early, I arrived at 6 and there was already a line with about 10 people in front. Would say coming in smaller groups works best, since they regularly ask for groups of 1 or 2 people...

− Repeated complaints

Long wait times

Reviewers frequently mention long queues and lines outside due to the limited seating capacity.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2022-10-08

Until the hype dies down, it will be a long wait. Arrive at 6pm Friday night and ended up inside at closing 8:30pm. The line was cut off at 7:30pm because the space cannot accommodate more and be able to close in time. Please be understandi...

5★ · 2022-12-28

If you want to hit up any of the hot spots in NYC, you gotta be ready to queue up before they even open. Trust me, I learned this the hard way. But it totally pays off, especially when you're trying to get into Okiboru - the only Michelin-r...

Broth cools down quickly

Multiple reviewers report that the dipping broth cools down too fast when paired with cold noodles.

2 supporting reviews

4★ · 2022-12-03

We went on a Thursday at 5pm right when they opened and there was no wait at all! We got the classic Tsukemen with pork- which btw doesn’t come with an egg so I ordered and extra egg and bamboo. The tsukemen is pretty on point and the noodl...

5★ · 2023-02-02

Was great. If you get the Tsukemen, which is what I got, you may want to get them warm as the cold ones tend to cool your broth down until it's cold :( Had to learn that the first time around, this was my second return haha

High prices and small protein portions

Reviewers complain about high overall costs for simple dishes with minimal protein portions and extra charges for basic toppings.

2 supporting reviews

2★ · 2022-11-03

The food quality isn't worth it; both the waiting time and the price are too high.

4★ · 2025-12-01

Tried the tsukemen here today. The broth is flavorful but noticeably salty, so dip lightly if you’re sensitive. Noodles are chewy and good. Chashu was just okay, but the fried croquette skewers were surprisingly nice. Fast service, busy ope...

Good for

  • Solo diners or pairs looking for a quick, casual meal
  • Fans of authentic tsukemen and thick, fish-forward broths
  • Travelers seeking an efficient counter-service dining experience

Avoid if

  • You are visiting with a large group and need traditional table seating
  • You dislike waiting in long lines during peak hours
  • You prefer hot, piping broths that stay warm throughout the entire meal
Summarized from 571 text reviews not flagged by Revdict · 2022-10-04 to 2026-07-14 · Summaries can miss context; open the supporting reviews before deciding.

Review anatomy

Reviews per month

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Oct ’22412
Nov ’22431
Dec ’22322
Jan ’23370
Feb ’23351
Mar ’23251
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May ’23220
Jun ’23150
Jul ’23180
Aug ’23111
Sep ’23120
Oct ’23191
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Dec ’23230
Jan ’24252
Feb ’24220
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Jun ’24222
Jul ’24160
Aug ’24181
Sep ’24130
Oct ’24174
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Jan ’25100
Feb ’25122
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Jul ’2591
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Dec ’25141
Jan ’26161
Feb ’26101
Mar ’26111
Apr ’26100
May ’26142
Jun ’26161
Jul ’2680

Rating distribution

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Evidence

  • low activity account 35 reviews flagged weight 0.8
  • generic account 2 reviews flagged weight 1

Flagged reviews

Showing the 10 most suspicious of 37 flagged reviews.

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Alicia

147 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2025-08-28

I still remember the taste of these noodles months later. Deliciously fishy, salty, and hearty turned zesty when adding lime. I got tsukemen with pork belly. So delicious!!
generic account suspicion 85
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Rebekah Chang

43 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2026-05-15

Wow. Wow. Wow. Just go. You have to go. You won't be disappointed. OMG. This place. Everything is delicious. I with I had time to eat here again. The ramen is perfection - chewy with a bite. The soup / gravy-ish dip is also perfectly seasoned and SO GOOD and you can decide how spicy you want it to...
generic account suspicion 85
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Andrea Penas

2 reviews

★★★★★

2022-10-21

low activity account suspicion 48
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Nadia Bastias Leiva

2 reviews

★★★★★

2022-11-11

low activity account suspicion 48
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Dongwon Choi

1 review

★★★★★

2022-12-05

Best food I had in my life. The food quality, servers, the main chef, and everything else is pure perfection. Definitely worth an hour wait.
low activity account suspicion 48
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Manami

2 reviews

★★★★★

2023-02-13

It was 100% worth the wait!!!
low activity account suspicion 48
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Rajiv Thamburaj

2 reviews

★★★★★

2023-10-06

low activity account suspicion 48
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Chaewon Lim

1 review

★★★★★

2023-11-22

low activity account suspicion 48
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אסף אופק אברבוך

1 review

★★★★★

2024-01-11

low activity account suspicion 48
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Sam Marzella

1 review

★★★★★

2024-04-12

The best ramen. Always consistently perfect. Amazing, friendly service. So delicious, it feeds the soul.
low activity account suspicion 48

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