Ramen Ichizu Bar
Downtown, Salt Lake City
Bar in Salt Lake City, United States
Why go
Ramen Ichizu Bar is a practical Salt Lake City pick for casual ramen, lunch, early dinner, or a later Friday and Saturday stop. It is not the venue to choose for a wine-led night or formal celebration, but it works well when the priority is an easy meal with minimal planning.
About Ramen Ichizu Bar
Ramen Ichizu Bar is a casual venue in Salt Lake City with a schedule that covers weekday lunch periods, most weekday evenings, later hours on Friday and Saturday. The verified details are limited, so the safest way to read it is through practical basics: casual dress and the published hours, rather than unverified claims about menu format, service style, seating, prices, or special amenities.
A casual Salt Lake City stop with limited verified detail
Ramen Ichizu Bar is best described from the facts that are confirmed: it is in Salt Lake City, the dress code is casual, the hours vary by day. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday list both lunch and dinner windows; Tuesday lists lunch only; Friday and Saturday run from noon to midnight; and Sunday runs from noon to 9 PM.
Because the available verified information does not include a private room, seat count, reservation policy, beverage program, price range, dietary accommodations, takeout, delivery, or outdoor seating, those details should be checked directly before building a plan around them. If you are comparing it with other Salt Lake City dining or drinking options, focus on the confirmed schedule and casual dress code rather than assuming a specific format.
Use it when timing matters
The clearest practical advantage is the schedule. Ramen Ichizu Bar has lunch hours on every day listed, dinner hours on most days, later Friday and Saturday hours until 12 AM. Tuesday is the most limited day, with only a 12–2:30 PM window listed.
For broader planning, the Salt Lake City bars guide and Salt Lake City restaurants guide can help you compare other options. Quick reference: consider Ramen Ichizu Bar when casual dress and its listed hours fit your plan; confirm directly if you need specific seating, group, menu, or service details.
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Ramen Ichizu Bar presents itself as a focused, take-no-shortcuts ramen spot tucked into downtown Salt Lake City. The signage is intentionally low-key, positioning the restaurant as a quiet local discovery rather than a flashy destination. Inside, the counter-and-stool layout keeps attention trained on the kitchen; it’s the sort of compact, purpose-built space where the ritual of eating a bowl becomes the point. The overall feel is casual and intimate — a cozy, serious ramen bar that rewards diners who favor craft and concentration over spectacle.
Best For
This is ideal for solo diners and small groups who want a concentrated ramen experience rather than a drawn-out multi-course meal. The counter seating encourages watching the cooks and tuning into how bowls are assembled, so it’s a natural after-work stop or casual hangout for noodle enthusiasts. It’s less suited to large parties or formal business dinners; instead, come ready to focus on the bowl and the kitchen’s technique, whether you’re sampling broths for the first time or returning for a definitive rendition.
Ordering Tips
Ordering at Ichizu is about following the bowl’s internal progression: taste the surface elements like chashu first, then work through broth and noodles. Take note of broth style — tonkotsu is described as requiring long bone reduction for opacity and body, while shoyu and shio emphasize clarity — and choose noodle thickness/firmness accordingly if that option is offered. Some ramen bars let you order noodles separately or specify texture; when available, use that choice to match the broth. Eat deliberately and while hot to experience the layers as the kitchen intends.
Planning details
Location
915 Washington St Suite #1A, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the night is more about drinks than ramen, go to Water Witch for cocktails or Templin Family Brewing for beer. If the goal is a more complete bar-and-food evening, Bar Nohm is the stronger alternative.
Bar context
How it compares for an easy Salt Lake City night out
Ramen Ichizu Bar is the simpler food-first choice in this group. Pick it when the plan is casual ramen and an easy table rather than a drinks-led evening. Bar Nohm is the stronger cross-shop for diners who want the meal to feel more bar-driven, while Water Witch is the better fit when cocktails are the main event.
For value, Ramen Ichizu Bar and Vertical Diner sit in the low-pressure lane: easier to use for casual plans than venues built around a tighter bar experience. Templin Family Brewing is the more obvious choice for beer and a group hang, while Ramen Ichizu Bar is better for a meal that starts and ends with noodles.
The Pearl and Bar Nohm make more sense for date-night energy or a longer evening. Ramen Ichizu Bar is the safer choice when booking difficulty, timing, simplicity matter more than ambiance polish.
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| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Ramen Ichizu Bar | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Vertical Diner | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| The Pearl | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Bar Nohm | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Water Witch | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Templin Family Brewing | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at Ramen Ichizu Bar?
The verified dress code is casual, but specific crowd details are not confirmed. Use the listed hours and casual setting as the main planning information.
Is Ramen Ichizu Bar good for groups?
Verified information does not list a seat count, private room, or group policy. If you are planning for a group, contact Ramen Ichizu Bar directly before going.
Does Ramen Ichizu Bar have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating is not confirmed in the verified information. Check directly with Ramen Ichizu Bar if outdoor seating matters for your visit.
Is Ramen Ichizu Bar good for a date?
It may fit a casual plan, since the verified dress code is casual. Beyond that, specific atmosphere, seating, service details are not confirmed, so choose it based on whether the listed hours work for your plans.
Is the food good at Ramen Ichizu Bar?
The verified information does not include ratings, rankings, dishes, prices, or menu details. Check a current menu or recent guest feedback if food specifics are important to your decision.
Is Ramen Ichizu Bar open late?
Yes, on Friday and Saturday the listed hours run until 12 AM. Other days close earlier, with Tuesday listing only 12–2:30 PM.
What's the best time to go to Ramen Ichizu Bar?
Choose a time based on the published schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday list 12–2:30 PM and 5–9 PM; Tuesday lists 12–2:30 PM; Friday and Saturday list 12 PM–12 AM; and Sunday lists 12–9 PM.
