Karai Ramen Bistro Menu

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Daily Specials Small Plates... Not Apps Ramen Extra Toppings Beers Sakes Drinks Merchandise Daily Specials Te Bie Small Plates Xiao Min Ramen ramen Sweets oGuo Zi Beer biru Sake Jiu Soda and Hot tea Merchandise

Daily Specials
- KakuKara Ramen
  Spicy and rich sesame broth made from chicken & duck stock with a combination of Japanese hot sauce & red miso makes this ramen creamy, spicy & DELICIOUS!- Spice Level Xin Xin - Curly Noodle- Pork Belly Kakuni- Green Onions- Cabbage- Seame SeedsSuggested pairings and add-ons:- Spicy Ground Beef- Onsen Tamago(Japanese custard egg)*- Pork Belly Chashu- Hitachino Yuzu Lager- Hitachino DaiDai- Hitachino Anbai
Small Plates... Not Apps
- Jiao Zi Gyoza
  Japanese, fried chicken dumplings.
  $6.59
- Edamame
  Young soy beans still in the pods topped with Japanese nanami spice
  $5.99
- Potato Korokke Korotuke
  Katsu fried potatoe & vegetables with katsu sauce & Japanese mayo.
  $6.99
- IkaXia Zu Ika Geso
  Crispy karaage fried squid, served with ponzu sauce.
  $8.59
- Katsu Chicken Tenders
  Panko breaded chicken,fried and served with katsu sauce and Japanese mayo
  $7.99
- Takoyaki
  Octopus fritters, crispy on the outside with a moist center!
  $6.59
- Melon Ice Cream Bar
  Creamy refreshing melon flavor ice cream on a stick
  $2.59
- Mochi Ice Cream
  Soft, pounded, Japanese sticky rice wrapped around velvety ice cream.
  $5.99
Ramen
- Karai Ramen Xin Iramen
  Karai's signature ramen has a spicy, rich broth made from chicken & duck with a combination of ground sesame, Japanese hot sauce & white miso.- Spice Level Xin Xin - Straight Noodle- Spicy Ground Beef- Scallions- Red Onions- Minced Garlic- Onsen Tamago (Japanese Custard Egg)*- Seame SeedsSuggested Pairings & Add Ons:- Dai Dai IPA Beer (Brewed with Orange)- Amabuki Sake ( Extremely Smooth & Lightly Floral)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Sliced Cabbage- Pork Belly Chashu
  $14.50
- Akai Katsu Ramen Chi Jing Katuramen
  Soy & red pepper miso infused with our chicken & duck broth and red pepper flakes.- Spice Level Xin Xin - Curly Ramen Noodle- Katsu Chicken Tenders- Scallions- Red Onions- Onsen Tamago (Japanese custard egg)- Fried ShallotsSuggested pairings & add ons:- Saison Du Beer (Yuzu Sour Ale)- White Ale Beer (Japanese White Ale brewed with orange & spices)- Spicy Beef- Pork Belly Chashu- Shishito Peppers
  $13.99
- Katsu Shio Ramen Katu Yan Ramen
  Japanese sea salt and dashi-seasoned duck & chicken broth with shiitake.- Spice Level: None- Curly Ramen Noodle- Katsu Chicken- Red Onions- Green Onions- Ito Togarashi- Onsen Tamago (Japanese custard egg)*Suggested pairings & add ons:- White Ale Beer (Japanese White Ale Brewed with orange & spices)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Fried Onions
  $14.50
- Shoyu Ramen Jiang You Ramen
  Soy sauce seasoned chicken and duck broth, packed with umami and tones of garlic & onion.- Spice Level: None- Curly Ramen Noodle- Yakiniku beef belly (Japanese BBQ)- Green Onions- Red Onions- Onsen Tamago (Japanese custard egg)*- Fried OnionsSuggested pairings & add ons:- Hitachino Yuzu Lager- White Ale Beer (Japanese White Ale brewed with orange & spices)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Pork Belly- Spicy Beef
  $14.50
- Pork Belly Shoyu Ramen
  Soy-sauce-seasoned broth packed with umami, tones of roasted shishito, garlic & onion. Chicken & duck broth.- Not Spicy- Curly Ramen Noodle- Pork Belly Chashu- Scallions- Red Onions- Onsen Tamago (Japanese Custard Egg)- Fresh GarlicSuggested pairings & add ons:- Hitachino Yuzu Lager- White Ale Beer (Japanese White Ale Brewed with Orange & Spices)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Pork Belly Kakuni- Beef Belly- Spicy Beef
  $13.99
- Tonkotsu Ramen Tun Gu Ramen
  Pork-bone ramen has a creamy, rich pork broth made by boiling pork bones for hours. Chicken & pork stock.- Straight Noodle- Pork Belly Chashu- Green Onions- Red Onions- Onsen Tamago (Japanese Custard Egg)- Seame SeedsSuggested pairings & add ons:- Marihana Beer Sessions IPA (Green)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Japanese Sausage- Pork Belly Kakuni
  $13.99
- Spicy Tonk Ramen
  Extra spicy, creamy pork bone tonkotsu broth made with pork bones & chicken. - Spice Level Xin Xin Xin (most spicy)- Straight Noodle- Pork Belly Chashu- Scallions- Red Onions- Onsen Tamago (Japanese Custard Egg)- Seame SeedsSuggested pairings & add ons:- Anbai Ale Beer (Gose Salty-Sour Ale with Japanese Plums) - Marihana Beer Sessions IPA (Green)- Spicy Beef- Japanese Sausage- Pork Belly Kakuni
  $13.99
- Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen
  The umami of our Shoyu broth combined with the porkiness of our Tonkotsu.- Spice Level: none- Straight Noodle- Pork Belly Chashu- Green Onions- Red Onions- Onsen Tamago (Japanese custard egg)*- Fried OnionsSuggested pairings & add ons:- One cup sake- Marihana Beer Sessions IPA (Green)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Japanese Sausage
  $14.50
- Kid's Shoyu Ramen
  For kids 12 years & under only
  $7.99
Extra Toppings
- EkusutoraZhi More Broth
  $3.90
- Ti EYu More Noodles Kaedama
  $3.50
- Xin Iminti Spicy Ground Beef
  $3.50
- Tiyasiyu (Bara) Pork Belly Chashu
  $3.50
- Kiyabetu Sliced Cabbage
  $1.90
- Ri Ben Falsesosezi Japanese Sausage
  $2.99
- Wen Quan Luan Onsen Tamago
  $1.29
- Fried Onions
Beers
- Japanese Craft Beer
Sakes
- Green (Nigori)
  Class: NigoriBrewery Location: Aichi PrefectureTASTING NOTES: This plush, velvety Nigori sake was previously a treat only available to individuals who could visit the Kunizakari Brewery. It has a calming and rustic flavor that is highly enjoyable chilled or on ice.FOOD PARING: Savory Rich Flavors, Tonkotsu Ramen, Pork Tonkatsu, Miso, Tempura.
  $7.79
- Bushido (Ginjo)
  Class: GinjoTASTING NOTES:Tart raspberry, Asian pear, and watermelon rind with a hint of white flowers and a spicy finish.FOOD PAIRING:Try with shrimp, Fish, Light Broth, or by itself!
  $7.99
- Amabuki (Junmai)
  Class: JunmaiRice: OmachiRice-Polishing Ratio: 65%Brewery Location: Saga.TASTING NOTES: The true expressions of the marigold flower are noticeable both on the palate and nose of this sake, signature funky style. Excellent chilled, but the personality of Omachi rice and Yamahai-jikomi really shine when served gently warmed.FOOD PARING: Shiitake and other very fragrant Mushrooms, Smokey or Grilled foods.
  $10.00
- Night Swim Can
  Class: FutsuTASTING NOTES:Refreshing notes of banana, baked pear and caramelized pineapple with hints of orange and mint.FOOD PAIRING:Try paired with Tonkotsu Ramen & Pork Katsu.
  $7.79
- Ozeki One Cup Daiginjo
  DescriptionA refreshingly fruity aroma with a crisp, dry taste is the brilliance of this Daiginjo sake.Sake Meter Value: +4.0Acidity: 1.3
  $7.79
Drinks
- Green Tea
- Xuan Mi Cha Toasted Rice Green Tea
- Jasmine Tea
- Oolong Tea
- Coke
- Diet Coke
- Sprite
- Dr. Pepper
- Ginger Ale
- Diet Pepsi
Merchandise
- Karai T-Shirt
  Fitted men's and woman's T-shirts, with original hand brushed artwork by Mizu.Available in various colors while supplies last.
  $25.00
- Karai Hoodie
  $45.00
Daily Specials Te Bie
- Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen TonkotuJiang You Ramen
  The umami of our Shoyu broth combined with the porkiness of our Tonkotsu.- Spice Level: none, unless you want some- Straight Noodle- Kakuni (pressure cooked pork belly)- Green Onions- Red Onions- Shiro-tama (creamy yolk, brined egg)Suggested pairings & add ons:- One cup sake- Marihana Beer Sessions IPA (Green)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Japanese Sausage
  $14.79
- Kizami Kimchi Ramen Kimuti Ramen
  Homemade spicy pickled kimchi and dashi soup made from chicken broth.- Spice Level: Xin Xin - Curly Ramen Noodle- Pork belly Chashu- Green Onions- Sliced Cabbage- Cilantro- Sesame seed- Onsen Tamago (Japanese custard egg)Suggested pairings & add ons:- White Ale Beer (Japanese White Ale Brewed with orange & spices)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Fried Onions
  $14.79
- Sansho Shoyu Ramen Shan Jiao Jiang You Ramen
  Japanese sansho black pepper, Himalayan pink salt & soy sauce seasoned chicken broth, packed with umami and tones of garlic & onion.- Spice Level: None- Straight Ramen Noodle- Kakuni Pork Belly- Green Onions- Red Onions- Shiro Tama (creamy yolk brined egg)Suggested pairings & add ons:- Hitachino Yuzu Lager- White Ale Beer (Japanese White Ale brewed with orange & spices)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Pork Belly- Spicy Beef
  $14.79
- KakuKara Ramen
  Spicy and rich sesame broth made from chicken & pork stock with a combination of Japanese hot sauce & red miso makes this ramen creamy, spicy & DELICIOUS!- Spice Level Xin Xin - Curly Noodle- Pork Belly Kakuni- Homemade Pickled Peppers- Green Onions- Cabbage- Cilantro- Sesame SeedsSuggested pairings and add-ons:- Spicy Ground Beef- Onsen Tamago(Japanese custard egg)*- Pork Belly Chashu- Hitachino Yuzu Lager- Hitachino DaiDai- Hitachino Anbai
  $14.79
- Japanese Fluffy Cheesecake Huwahuwatizukeki
  Japanese style cheesecake is a delicate balance of gentle sweetness and mild cheesiness with a light texture compared to American style cheesecake complimented with homemade vanilla bean whipped cream and strawberries.
  $8.99
- Ube Fluffy Cheesecake Zi Yu Tizukeki
  Ube Purple Yam & Japanese style cheesecake compliment each other's natural characteristics of fragrant vanilla and nutty ube, complimented with homemade vanilla bean whipped cream & strawberries.
  $8.99
Small Plates Xiao Min
- Gyoza
  Japanese fried chicken dumplings
  $6.99
- Katsu Chicken Tenders
  Panko breaded chicken,fried and served with katsu sauce and Japanese mayo
  $7.99
- Harumaki Chun Juan Ki
  Crispy fried, vegetable spring roll
  $6.99
- Potato Korokke Korotuke
  Katsu fried potato & vegetables with katsu sauce & Japanese mayo.
  $7.99
- Kakiage KakiYang Ge
  Tempura fried vegetable fritter
  $6.99
- Kimuchi
  $3.99
Ramen ramen
- Karai Ramen Xin Iramen
  Karai's signature ramen has a spicy, rich broth made from chicken with a combination of ground sesame, Japanese hot sauce & white miso.- Spice Level Xin Xin - Straight Noodle- Spicy Ground Beef- Green Onions- Red Onions- Minced Garlic- Onsen Tamago (Japanese Custard Egg)*- Sesame SeedsSuggested Pairings & Add Ons:- Dai Dai IPA Beer (Brewed with Orange)- Amabuki Sake ( Extremely Smooth & Lightly Floral)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Sliced Cabbage- Pork Belly Chashu
  $14.79
- Akai Katsu Ramen Chi Jing Katuramen
  Soy & red pepper miso infused with our chicken broth and red pepper flakes.- Spice Level Xin Xin - Curly Ramen Noodle- Katsu Chicken Tenders- Green Onions- Red Onions- Onsen Tamago (Japanese custard egg)*- Fried ShallotsSuggested pairings & add ons:- Saison Du Beer (Yuzu Sour Ale)- White Ale Beer (Japanese White Ale brewed with orange & spices)- Spicy Beef- Pork Belly Chashu
  $14.79
- Peanut Brisket Tantanmen Luo Hua Sheng Dan Mian
  Peanut, sesame, & seared brown sugar mirin come together to make this creamy broth made with chicken stock - Spice Level 1- Straight Ramen Noodle - Yakiniku Beef- Green Onion- Red Onions - Sweet Pepper Pickles - Onsen Tamago (Japanese Custard Egg) Suggested Pairings & Add Ons: - Dai Dai IPA Beer (Brewed with Orange) - White Ale Beer (Japanese White Ale Brewed with Orange & Spices) - Katsu Chicken Tender - Yakiniku Beef Belly
  $14.79
- Katsu Shio Ramen Katu Yan Ramen
  Japanese sea salt and dashi-seasoned chicken broth with shiitake.- Spice Level: None- Curly Ramen Noodle- Katsu Chicken- Red Onions- Green Onions- Ito Togarashi- Onsen Tamago (Japanese custard egg)*Suggested pairings & add ons:- White Ale Beer (Japanese White Ale Brewed with orange & spices)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Fried Onions
  $14.79
- Shoyu Ramen Jiang You Ramen
  Soy sauce seasoned chicken broth, packed with umami and tones of garlic & onion.- Spice Level: None- Curly Ramen Noodle- Yakiniku Brisket- Green Onions- Red Onions- Onsen Tamago (Japanese custard egg)*- Fried OnionsSuggested pairings & add ons:- Hitachino Yuzu Lager- White Ale Beer (Japanese White Ale brewed with orange & spices)- Katsu Chicken Tender- Pork Belly- Spicy Beef
  $14.79
- Tonkotsu Ramen Tonkoturamen
  Creamy, rich pork bone broth created by boiling pork bones for hours. pork stock.- Straight Noodle- Pork Belly Chashu- Green Onions- Red Onions- Onsen Tamago (Japanese custard egg)*- Sesame SeedsSuggested pairings & add ons:- Marihana Beer Sessions IPA (Green)- One cup sake- Katsu Chicken Tender- Japanese Sausage
  $14.79
- Kid's Shoyu Ramen
  Non spicy, soy sauce seasoned chicken broth with curly noodles 12 and under please
  $8.79
Sweets oGuo Zi
- Melon Ice Cream Bar
  $2.69
- Mochi Ice Cream
  $5.99
Beer biru
- Yuzu Lager HTCN
  $7.69
- Dai Dai Ale HTCN
  $7.69
- Anbai Ale HTCN
  $7.69
- Red Rice HTCN
  $7.69
- White Ale HTCN
  $7.69
- White Coedo Shiro Hefenweizen
  $7.69
- Green Coedo Marihana
  $7.69
- Blue Coedo Ruri
  $7.69
- JCA HTCN
  $7.69
Sake Jiu
- Hot Sake
  $6.99
- Amabuki (Junmai)
  Class: JunmaiRice: OmachiRice-Polishing Ratio: 65%Brewery Location: Saga. Tasting notes: Essences of the marigold flower are noticeable both on the palate and nose of this sake's signature funky style. Excellent chilled, but the true personality of Omachi rice and Yamahai-jikomi really shine when served gently warmed.Food pairing: Shiitake and other very fragrant mushrooms, Smokey or grilled foods.
  $10.00
- Bushido (Ginjo)
  Class: GinjoTasting notes:Tart raspberry, Asian pear and watermelon rind with a hint of white flowers,has a spicy finish.Food pairing:Try with shrimp, fish, light broths or just by itself!
  $7.99
- Sake Jelly Shot
  $6.69
- Night Swim Can
  $7.99
- Kunikazari Nigori
  $7.99
- Yuzu Hana Awaka
  $10.99
- Peach Hana Awaka
  $10.99
- Ozeki One Cup Daiginjo
  $7.99
- Plum Wine Choya Sparkling
  Celebrated by the Japanese for centuries, umeshu sparkling wine is vinted with unique, aromatic Japanese plum. Elegantly balanced and enlivening, this bubbly beverage is delicately flavored and deliciously sweet. Try it alongside your favorite ramen or with mochi ice cream
  $8.69
Soda and Hot tea
- Coke
  $1.59
- Diet Coke
  $1.59
- Sprite
  $1.59
- Dr. Pepper
  $1.59
- Ginger Ale
  $1.59
- Brisk Tea
  $1.59
- Green Tea
  $2.99
- Toasted Rice Green Tea
  $2.99
- Jasmine Tea
  $2.99
Merchandise
- Karai T-Shirt
  $25.00
- Tenugui
  $20.00
- Tea Cup Ceramic
  $10.99
- Ramen Spoon
  $2.99
- Chopstick
  $2.99
- Bowl Set 33
  $33.00
- Bowl Set 30
  $30.00
- Single Bowl 28
  $28.00
- Single Bowl 25
  $25.00
- Whole Box Koifish Cup
  $14.99
- 1 Pc Koi Fish Cup (Cup Only)
  $2.99
- Togo Plastic Ramen Bowl
- Togo Plastic Soup Cup
- Uji Matcha
  $8.00