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10/25/2026
π» HALLOWEEN TREAT ALERT!
KUU Γ Calpico USA π§‘
This Halloween, pair your favorite ramen with any flavor of Calpico bottled drink and get a limited-edition Halloween bag!
π Ramen + Calpico = Halloween treat!
π Limited available
π
October 31 only
πͺ Dine-in only Β· One bag per table
First come, first served β come celebrate Halloween with us! π»
π Kuu
1275 1st Ave β UES only
UES
10/23/2026
SUSUMU CHEF STORY β CHAPTER 4
Finding Our Flavor in New York
Starting out, our chef faced a language barrier with his staff and Japanese-style seasoning that didnβt land with local guests. Adjusting the flavor took time, but that journey shaped the style you taste at Kuu today.
Stay tuned for , a series exploring the journey of the chef behind KUU, his creative projects, and what inspires his cooking.
Special thanks to
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
10/20/2026
KUUβs Butter Chicken Ramen Insight! π
Inspired by Chef Susumuβs love for butter chicken, this creamy, flavorful ramen brings a unique twist to your bowl. Curious?
Come try it at our UES or FiDi location!
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
10/16/2026
Figuring things out as you go is part of the journey.
From full-time DJ to full-time chef, Susumu continues to express his creativity through food.
From music to ramen, his creative spirit lives on in every dish he creates, including Butter Chicken Ramen, Beef Curry Ramen, and Tripple Chicken Yuzu Ramen.
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
10/15/2026
Rich, spicy, and perfect for after work! β€οΈ
Thanks for the love for our Kuu Chili Short Rib Mazemen.
Featuring 24-hour marinated beef short rib, signature chili sauce, fresh chili lime, and house-made chili crisp.
Tag a friend and come try it
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
10/13/2026
Thank you, Inspire Your Day team, for having us today! πβ¨
It was a joy sharing our ramen with all of you, and your kindness made the tasting so special. Big thanks to Jillian for making it all happen.
We canβt wait for whatβs next! β€οΈ
Inspire by Silverstein Properties aka chef SMOOTH
japanesecomfortfood
10/09/2026
SUSUMU CHEF STORY β CHAPTER 2
From DJ to Fun Ramen Projects π§π
We havenβt properly introduced you to our chef, Susumu, yet!
With something special coming up at KUU, we thought it was the perfect time to share more of his story.
Stay tuned for , a series exploring the journey of the chef behind KUU, his creative projects, and what inspires his cooking.
Special thanks to
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
10/07/2026
Fall is here, and so is ramen season ππ
Our signature bowls:
π Butter Chicken Ramen
π Triple Chicken Yuzu Ramen
πΆοΈ Kuu Chili Crispy Pork Ramen
πΆοΈ Kuu Chili Kakuni Pork Ramen
Warm broth. Cozy nights. Happy slurps.
Which one are you trying first?
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
10/03/2026
SUSUMU CHEF STORY β CHAPTER 1
We havenβt properly introduced you to our chef, Susumu, yet.
With something special coming up at KUU, we thought it was the perfect time to share more of his story.
Stay tuned for β a series about the chef behind KUU, his journey, and what inspires his cooking.
Special thanks to
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
09/25/2026
Kuu Chili Short Rib Mazemen Insight
π₯ Rich. Spicy. Fall comfort in a bowl.
β’ Dry ramen noodles
β’ 24-hour marinated beef short rib
β’ Kuu signature chili sauce πΆοΈ
β’ Namasu, scallions & cilantro
β’ Chili lime + house-made chili crisp
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
09/22/2026
What an amazing day! πΆβ¨
A big thank you to Upstairs NYC and SAKE-CON team for bringing everyone together and giving Kuu Ramen the opportunity to be part of such a great event. We truly appreciate your support!
Special thanks to the incredible Industry City team for all your help, coordination, and hospitality throughout the event. You made everything run smoothly!
And thank you to everyone who stopped by, enjoyed our food, and supported Kuu Ramen. Weβre so grateful to be part of this amazing community. πβ€οΈ
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
09/14/2026
A big THANK YOU to Sun Noodle for generously sponsoring the noodles, ππ©π¬πππ’π«π¬ ππ¨π¨πππ¨π© for bringing the community together, and Smorgasburg | NYC Food Market for creating such an amazing platform for local food businesses! πβ€οΈ
Weβre truly grateful for the support and partnership that made it possible for Kuu Ramen to be part of this special event. It was a pleasure sharing our ramen with the community, and we appreciate everyone who came out to support us!
Thank you for helping make this event so special! ππ
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09/11/2026
WEβRE JOINING SMORGASBURG MATSURI THIS WEEKENDS! π―π΅
Smorgasburg | NYC Food Market
Kuu is popping up for a full weekend of Japanese food, art & culture!
Kuu Chili Crispy Pork Ramen
Spicy Kakuni Bun
Kuu Combo
π
Sat 9/12 β Williamsburg
π 90 Kent Ave
π
Sun 9/13 β Prospect Park
π Breeze Hill
β° 11AMβ6PM | FREE ENTRY
Come hungry and celebrate Matsuri with us!
09/08/2026
FALL SPECIAL IS HERE!
CHILI SHORT RIB MAZEMEN
β’ Dry ramen noodles
β’ 24-hour marinated beef short rib
β’ Kuu signature chili sauce πΆοΈ
β’ Namasu, scallions & cilantro
β’ Chili lime + house-made chili crisp
π₯ Rich. Spicy. Fall comfort in a bowl.
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
09/05/2026
Yes, we are OPEN today! Skip the cooking and let us feed you this Labor Day. Open regular hours for both location upper East Side and Financial District. Visit our website at www.kuuramen.com
09/04/2026
I have something to tell you guys! π
Labor Day will be the last day for Poke Bowls at UES
and our sandwiches are leaving! π₯²
Swipe to see whatβs coming next!
Sneak peak:
KUU CHILI SHORT RIB MAZEMEN *Limited Order* $29
Spicy mixed noodles tossed in mala butter, topped with slow braised bone-in short rib, cilantro, namasu (pickle), chili lime, scallions, and house-made chili crisp.
KUU FRIED RICE
*Picture is Full-size portion with crispy pork
Pork chahan, fried rice with egg, scallions, and topped with Japanese pickles and fried onions.
Half size $8
Full size $15
Full size with crispy pork includes 3 pieces of crispy pork $22
π Kuu
20 John St β FiDi
1275 1st Ave β UES
Address
20 John Street, Frnt 1
New York, NY
10038
Located on John Street in New York, one option for getting to the restaurant is by taking the subway. Take the train to Fulton Street Station and from there, walk south until you reach John Street. The restaurant will be on your left-hand side.
Alternatively, if driving, take FDR Drive and exit at South Street. Turn onto Maiden Lane and continue onto John Street. Parking options are available nearby at several parking garages such as Icon Parking Systems or Park-it Management.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Tuesday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Wednesday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Saturday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Sunday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
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What people say
Japanese restaurants are known for their delicious and authentic dishes that leave customers craving for more. Kuu Ramen, located on John Street in New York, is one such restaurant that has been receiving rave reviews from its patrons. The restaurant's signature dish, the Kuu Chili Ramen, has been a crowd favorite and never fails to impress with its rich flavors and perfect blend of spices. Customers have also been raving about the pork katsu and sukiyaki beef curry, which are both equally delicious.
Apart from their mouth-watering ramen bowls, Kuu Ramen also offers a variety of sushi rolls that are fresh and flavorful. The California roll, salmon avocado roll, and spicy tuna hand roll have all received high praise from customers who cannot get enough of the good stuff.
Kuu Ramen's desserts are also worth mentioning as they offer a refreshing way to cool down during hot summer days. Their new desserts have been a hit among customers who cannot resist the temptation of indulging in their sweet treats.
To top it off, Kuu Ramen offers great discounts to its customers with their "KUUFIRST" code that gives them 10% off on their orders. With two locations in New York - Financial District and Upper East Side - Kuu Ramen is definitely worth checking out for anyone looking for an authentic Japanese dining experience.
