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8 RAMEN
- 17 S Park Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Ramen restaurant ★4.0 (97)·$10–20

17 S Park Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, USA

4.0
Cute cozy, spot in RVC if you're in the mood for some yummy ramen or bowls including poke. Lots of tasty choices and they have a lunch special plus free noodle refills for dine-in customers. Staff are friendly, helpful, attentive & quick with service. The restaurant is clean, well kept and cheery. Good spot for quick bite in you're in the neighborhood. - MAJ PC
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8 RAMEN Introduce

## 8 RAMEN: Bringing Authentic Noodle Excellence to Rockville Centre

For discerning food lovers across the New York region, the search for truly authentic and delicious ramen ends at **8 RAMEN** in **Rockville Centre, NY**. This vibrant eatery is quickly becoming the premier local destination for high-quality, deeply flavorful noodle bowls. Described by local patrons as a "cute cozy spot" that is "clean, well kept and cheery," 8 RAMEN provides the perfect environment to enjoy the ultimate Japanese **Comfort food**.

More than just a bowl of noodles, 8 RAMEN is a full **Ramen restaurant** experience dedicated to both classic recipes and modern twists. The staff are consistently praised as "friendly, helpful, attentive & quick with service," ensuring every visit is a pleasant one—whether you're rushing in for **Lunch**, settling down for **Dinner**, or enjoying a solo quick bite. Their commitment to excellence is palpable, focusing on providing a genuine and high-quality meal that satisfies those deep cravings for rich broth and perfectly textured noodles.

The extensive menu goes far beyond the basics, offering a diverse selection of ramen types, unique rice bowls, and appealing appetizers, solidifying its place as a reliable and highly recommended spot for Japanese cuisine in Nassau County.

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## Convenient Location and Comprehensive Accessibility

**8 RAMEN** is conveniently located at **17 S Park Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, USA**. Situated in the heart of the bustling downtown RVC area, it is easily accessible to **College students**, local residents, and **Tourists** alike. South Park Avenue is a prime location known for its dining scene, making this ramen spot a central and popular choice.

As with many popular urban and suburban centers in the New York area, parking requires planning, as the options are a mix of **Paid parking lot** and **Paid street parking**. However, the convenience of the central location and the multiple service options largely mitigate this.

Crucially, 8 RAMEN is committed to complete accessibility for all patrons. The restaurant features a **Wheelchair accessible entrance**, **Wheelchair accessible parking lot**, **Wheelchair accessible restroom**, and **Wheelchair accessible seating**. This comprehensive approach ensures that every guest can comfortably access and enjoy the cozy, cheerful atmosphere and the delicious food.

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## Flexible and Speedy Services Offered

Understanding the need for speed and convenience in the Long Island area, 8 RAMEN offers multiple flexible service options:

  • **Dine-in:** Enjoy the full, cozy experience with **Table service** and, notably, the benefit of **free noodle refills** for dine-in customers (a highly-valued feature!).
  • **Takeout:** A quick option for grabbing your ramen or rice bowl to enjoy elsewhere.
  • **Delivery:** Convenient service bringing the warmth of ramen directly to homes or offices in the surrounding area.
  • **Curbside pickup:** An ultra-fast, convenient option for those who want to minimize time spent inside the premises.
  • **Dining Options:** Available for both **Lunch** and **Dinner**, with a selection of **Dessert** options to finish the meal.

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## Unique Features and Highlights for the Local Crowd

8 RAMEN stands out in the local food scene due to its unique offerings and commitment to an inclusive, fun environment:

  • **The Free Noodle Refill Policy:** A major highlight for hungry patrons! The offer of **free noodle refills** for dine-in customers demonstrates exceptional value and is a huge draw for locals and especially **College students**.
  • **Inclusive and Friendly Crowd:** The bistro promotes a welcoming environment, recognized as **LGBTQ+ friendly** and a **Transgender safespace**, ensuring a comfortable and respectful experience for all.
  • **Menu Innovation:** The menu includes specialized items like the **Tom Yam Lobster** ($38.50) and the **R.11 Signature Cold Noodles** ($18.50), showcasing a willingness to **Serves local specialty** and unique preparations.
  • **Variety of Offerings:** Provides a balance of **Comfort food**, **Quick bite** options, **Small plates** (like the variety of buns and gyoza), and **Healthy options** for a balanced meal.
  • **Payment Simplicity:** Accepts all modern payment methods, including **Credit cards**, **Debit cards**, and **NFC mobile payments**.
  • **Food Challenges:** For the truly ambitious diner, the restaurant is known to offer a fun **food challenge**, adding an element of excitement to the dining experience.

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## A Deep Dive into the Comforting Menu

The heart of 8 RAMEN is its comprehensive and deeply satisfying noodle and rice bowl menu, offering something for every palate, from mild classics to adventurous spices.

### Ramen Noodles

The classic broths are the foundation, including the rich, creamy **R.3 Tonkutsu** ($17.50), the savory **R.1 Miso** ($17.50), and the soy-sauce based **R.2 Shoyu** ($17.50). For those who prefer a kick, the **R.4 Spicy Miso** ($18.50) and the highly-rated **R.8 Spicy Tonkotsu** ($18.50) are popular choices. The menu also features innovative options like the broth-less **R.9 Spicy"8"** ($19.95) and the elevated **R.10 Tom Yam Lobster** ($38.50). Vegetarians will appreciate the meat-free **R.5 Garden** ($18.50).

### Customization and Toppings

Customization is key to the ramen experience. Customers can personalize their bowls with an extensive list of **TOPPINGS**, ranging from essentials like **Cha Shu Pork** ($6.00) and various egg preparations (**Boiled Egg, Fried Egg, Poached Egg**) to more unique add-ons like **Eel** ($18.55) and **Shrimp Tempura** ($6.95). Spice lovers can further enhance their bowl with **Spicy Rayu** ($3.00) or **Fried Garlic Flakes** ($2.50).

### Rice Bowls and Appetizers

For those who prefer rice, the **RICE BOWL** selection is robust and features generous portions of proteins and vegetables, including the popular **Pork Chashu** ($20.95), **Curry Chicken Katsu Over Rice** ($20.95), and the luxurious **Una-don** (Eel) ($26.95). The **APPETIZERS** are perfect for sharing or enjoying as **Small plates**, with classics like **Pork Gyoza** ($12.95), **Chicken Kara-age** ($13.95), and the unique **Crispy Bacon Chips** ($12.95).

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## What is Worth Choosing at 8 RAMEN

**8 RAMEN** is an essential choice for anyone in the New York region seeking a superior ramen experience outside of Manhattan. You are choosing a place known for its commitment to flavor, atmosphere, and customer satisfaction. The delicious, high-quality food, especially the "yummy ramen" and customer-favorite **Spicy Tonkotsu**, is the primary draw.

The unique value proposition here lies in the exceptional features: the incredibly generous **free noodle refills** for dine-in guests, the **quick service** praised by locals, and the cheerful, cozy atmosphere. This combination transforms a quick meal into a truly satisfying experience. Furthermore, the commitment to being an **LGBTQ+ friendly** and **Transgender safespace**, coupled with full **Wheelchair accessibility**, makes it an inclusive and welcoming dining spot for the entire community. For a comforting, high-quality, and highly versatile meal in Rockville Centre, 8 RAMEN is a hands-down excellent choice.

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## Contact Information

To place an order for **Takeout** or **Delivery**, or to inquire about the **Lunch special**:

**Address:** 17 S Park Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, USA

**Phone:** (516) 632-8288

**Mobile Phone:** +1 516-632-8288

8 RAMEN Food & drink

  • NOODLES

  • R.11 Signature Cold Noodles $18.50

    noodle in cold beef broth, served with egg, pickled ginger, cucumber, tomato, sliced apple, lettuce, pickled radish on the top

  • R.1 Miso $17.50

    Wavy noodles in our special Miso broth topped with braised pork belly, scallion, bamboo shoot, corn, nori, fish cake and half boiled egg

  • R.2 Shoyu $17.50

    Wavy noodles in our special shoyu broth topped with braised pork belly, scallion, bamboo shoot, nori, kikurage mushroom, fish cake and half boiled egg

  • R.3 Tonkutsu $17.50

    Wavy noodles in our special chicken and pork bone broth topped with braised pork belly, scallion, bamboo shoot, kikurage mushroom, sesame seed, black garlic oil, fish cake and half boiled egg

  • R.4 Spicy Miso $18.50

    Wavy noodles in our special spicy Miso broth topped with braised pork belly, scallion, bamboo shoot, corn, nori, shredded dried chili, fish cake and half boiled egg

  • R.5 Garden $18.50

    Spinach noodles in our special miso broth topped with avocado, bok choy, mushroom, corn, scallion, bamboo shoot, shredded dried chili, broccoli and carrots

  • R.6 Yakisoba $18.50

    Chicken sliced stir fried noodles with nori, cabbage, carrots, onion, broccoli, pickled ginger, sesame seed and scallion

  • R.7 Chicken Shoyu $17.50

    Wavy noodles in our special shoyu broth topped with shredded steamed chicken, scallion, bamboo shoot, nori, kikurage mushroom, fish cake and half boiled egg

  • R.8 Spicy Tonkotsu $18.50

    Wavy noodles in our special spicy chicken and pork bone broth topped with braised pork belly, scallion, bamboo shoot, kikurage mushroom, sesame seed, black garlic oil, fish cake and half boiled egg

  • R.9 Spicy"8" (no broth) $19.95

    Noodles in our special spicy sauce topped with chicken katsu, black garlic oil, bok choy, scallion, garlic pickled ginger, shredded dried chill, fish cake and fried egg

  • R.10 Tom Yam Lobster $38.50

    Wavy noodles in our house made spicy Tom Yam chicken broth topped with 8 oz. Lobster tail, scallion, cilantro, mushroom, shredded dried chili, lime, fish cake and half boiled egg

  • TOPPING

  • Eel $18.55
  • Pickled Radish $3.50
  • Cha Shu Pork $6.00
  • Shrimp Tempura $6.95
  • Shredded Steamed Chicken $6.00
  • Avocado $4.50
  • Boiled Egg $4.50
  • Fried Egg $4.50
  • Nori $2.50
  • Bamboo Shoot $3.50
  • Kikurage Mushroom $3.50
  • Sweet Corn $3.50
  • Scallion $3.50
  • Boy Choy $3.50
  • Enoki Mushroom $3.50
  • Poached Egg $4.50
  • Spicy Rayu $3.00
  • Fried Garlic Flakes $2.50
  • SIDE

  • Garlic Fried Rice $6.50
  • Japanese White Rice $3.25
  • Ramen Broth $5.00
  • Ramen Noodle $5.00
  • Chicken Katsu $8.99
  • Beef Gyodon $9.95
  • Spicy Mayo $2.00
  • Teriyaki Sauce $2.00
  • Eel sauce $2.00
  • APPETIZERS

  • Takoyaki $13.95

    Deep fried diced octopus balls with tako mayo sauce

  • Squid Kara-age $13.95

    Japanese style fried squid legs

  • Chicken Kara-age $13.95

    Japanese style fried chicken tenders

  • Veggies Spring Roll $12.95

    Crispy dough filled with shredded vegetables

  • Crispy Bacon Chips $12.95

    Fried thick cut bacon with seasoned batter

  • Pork Gyoza $12.95

    Deep-fried pork potstickers with ponzu sauce

  • Veggies Gyoza $12.95

    Deep-fried vegetable potstickers with ponzu sauce

  • Ebi Tempura $13.50

    Fried shrimp tempura with ponzu sauce

  • French Fries $12.50

    Served with special fish roe mayo

  • Edamame $10.50

    Steamed green soybeans with salt

  • Pork Bun (2 pcs) $12.95

    Steamed bun with braised pork belly, scallion, mayo sauce and special black sauce

  • Japanese Sweet Potato $12.50

    Fried purple sweet potato with ponzu sauce

  • Veggies Tempura $14.95

    Fried mixed vegetable tempura

  • Shrimp Shumai $12.95

    Deep-fried Japanese dumplings stuffed with shrimp and vegetables

  • SALADS

  • Garden Salad $14.95

    Avocado, lettuce, tomato, carrot, cucumber, pickled ginger with ginger dressing

  • Kani Salad $10.50

    Imitation crab, cucumber and fish roe with spicy mayo dressing

  • Seaweed Salad $10.50

    Japanese seaweed salad with sesame seeds

  • DESSERT

  • Brown Sugar Rice Cake $11.99
  • Mochi Ice Cream $4.99

    (strawberry, Vanilla, matcha, mango)

  • Gold Crispy Bun with Condensed Milk $8.99
  • DRINK

  • Yuzu Soda $5.50
  • Ramune Soda $4.50

    Original, Strawberry, Melon, Hawaiian Blue, Lychee

  • Calpico $3.00

    (Soda/Water)

  • Ice Green Tea $3.50
  • Water $3.00
  • Soda $3.00

    Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Selter

  • Japanese Creamy Soda $5.50

    Mango, Melon

  • RICE BOWL

  • Spicy Chicken Kara-age $20.95

    Spicy seasoned fried chicken, onion, nori, sesame seed, scallion, spicy mayo sauce with special soy sauce over Japanese white rice

  • Pork Chashu $20.95

    Braised pork belly, bok choy, scallion, half boiled egg, pickled ginger, sesame seed, nori with special soy sauce over Japanese white rice

  • Veggies Tempura $20.95

    Fried mixed vegetable tempura server with garlic fried rice, sesame seed and miso soup

  • Mushroom $20.95

    Sauteed mixed mushroom, scallion with special soy sauce, sesame seed, onion, nori, pickled ginger over Japanese white rice

  • Beef Gyodon $20.95

    Marinated beef sliced, scallion, onion, sake with special soy sauce, sesame seed, nori, pickled ginger over Japanese white rice and fried egg

  • Ebi Tempura $20.95

    Fried shrimp tempura, onion, scallion, egg, sesame seed, nori, pickled ginger with special soy sauce & teriyaki sauce over Japanese white rice

  • Una-don $26.95

    Grilled eel glazed with a sweet soy-based sauce, served over rice with pickled ginger, corn, nori, sesame seed, broccoli and seaweed

  • Curry Chicken Katsu Over Rice $20.95

    Deep Fried chicken cutlet with Japanese style curry on top. Comes with fried egg, corn, onion and carrots

8 RAMEN Details

  • Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Serves local specialty
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Offerings

  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Crowd

  • College students
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • Parking

  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Parking

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8 RAMEN Location

8 RAMEN

17 S Park Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, USA

8 RAMEN Reviews

An average rating of ★4.6 from 635 user reviews.

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