No Gatekeeping: This Is the Best Ramen in Beirut

Now that it’s getting colder, we need to have a list of hearty dishes we spend the rest of the season obsessing over. Our current obsession is ramen, and we found the perfect place to enjoy it.

East Village is one of Beirut’s most beloved gems, and the restaurant has been serving delicious platters for over 10 years now. The dining concept came to the owner, Chef-Restaurateur Chris Karam, after visiting the East Village neighborhood in New York, and he really wanted to replicate that unpretentious, high-quality, and effortless vibe.

Sometime last year, they introduced their own in-house ramen to an already perfectly curated menu. We think it’s severely underrated, and we’ve been struggling to gatekeep it. The pictures alone make you want to have it every single day for the rest of the season:

Photo taken by the Beirut.com team.

The ramen comes topped with tender slices of beef, soft-boiled eggs with jammy yolks, edamame, shiitake mushrooms, and roasted tomatoes, all served in a rich, savory broth and finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds. And yes, it tastes as good as it looks—if not better.

One thing to keep in mind before heading over: the ramen is prepared in limited quantities and served until they run out of ingredients. Make sure to give East Village a call ahead of your visit to check availability and let them know you plan on ordering their ramen.

Other Must-Tries at East Village

We’ve tried quite a few things off their menu, so if you’ve already tried the ramen, here are more dishes you’ll love:

1) Truffle Goat Cheese Dip, a creamy, savory starter with a delicious truffle kick, or the Spinach & Artichoke Dip if you’re not a fan of truffle.

2) The East Village Burger, a go-to for burger lovers, or the Spicy KFC if you prefer chicken over beef and like a little heat.

3) Chicken Tagliatelle, for when you’re in the mood for a comforting pasta dish.

But if you’re planning a romantic date night, you can also opt for their Steak & Fries Mondays:

You can browse their full menu here. Check out the #Asian Food section on our website for more content like this.

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