Tonkotsu ramen with char siu pork. ($16). Photo: Linh Ta/Axios
Ninja Sushi and Ramen has opened in Waukee.
Driving the news: Mandy Min wanted to bring more Asian and Japanese food to the area.
What you'll find: Lots of ramen choices, including tonkotsu, chicken, vegetarian and miso soup bases.
- Customers can pick between char siu, seafood, veggie, pork katsu, chicken katsu and shrimp tempura ramen.
- There are also plenty of traditional and specialty sushi rolls, udon, japanese rice entrees and street food like Takoyaki and Yakitori.
The intrigue: Min's goal was to have meals available for everyone's dietary needs — including vegan and keto-friendly sushi rolls.
When to visit: Mon.-Thurs. 11am-10pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-10:30 and Sun. noon-9pm. Located at 765 SE Alice's Road, Waukee.
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