Ippudo NY just opened up and New York went ramen crazy. Eater, Ed Levine, and Grub St all chimed in with positivity. Early word from Kathy was also positive, as she told us, "The broth was gorgeous, full and fatty just so, rich to the tongue." Of course I had to brave the wait and taste this for myself. No wait is too long for the good for the blog!
With Minca, Ramen Setagaya, Rai Rai Ken, and Momofuku Noodle Bar all in the East village, I think it is safe to say that this neighborhood has become the ramen hot spot for the entire country. (Yea,...