4 Great Ramen Spots in Brooklyn

Dubbed the "undebatable noodle of the moment" by Thrillist, ramen is experiencing a bit of a renaissance throughout New York City.

From David Chang's hipster haven Momofuku to long-beloved Japanese chain Ippudo to the recently opened pop-up Yuji Ramen shop at Bowery Whole Foods, there are more places to try than you can shake a chopstick at.

Here, in honor of National Noodle Month (who knew!?), we've collected some of our favorite spots to slurp broth at in Brooklyn, plus two worth making a trip to Queens.

Chuko

The noodles at this Prospect Heights restaurant have a “good tooth,” according to one New York Times review. Also recommended are the kale and sweet potato salad, Brussels sprouts and a mizuna salad (apple, fennel and pork). 552 Vanderbilt Avenue, Brooklyn, 718-576-6701

Dassara Brooklyn Ramen

Ramen enthusiasts who want to take a break from meat-centric meals would do well to try the Mushroom Ramen at this funky upstart. The earthy broth is cut with a creamy poached egg and bright seasonal greens. 271 Smith St., nr. Degraw Street, Brooklyn, 718-643-0781

Ganso

Recently featured in New York magazine's "Best of New York" issue, this noodle den gets high marks for a broth rich from "fermented broad-bean paste, chiles, tiny shrimp, and the fragrant garlic chives known as nira." 25 Bond Street, Brooklyn, 718-403-0900 

Daidokoro Restaurant

Packed on weekends with customers crazed for their sushi, this Bayside-area dining hub also serves a mean bowl of noodles in a simple shoyu broth. 42-24 Bell Boulevard, Bayside, 718-224-5815

HinoMaru Ramen

Proof that ramen is growing as a form of comfort cuisine in New York City, this Queens restaurant was recently lauded in Food & Wine magazine for serving its noodles with uni and Parmesan cream. 33-18 Ditmars Boulevard, Astoria, 718-777-0228

Zuzu Ramen

An alum of Lespinasse and Jean Georges, chef Akihiro Moroto isn't afraid to try new twists on tradition, such as Thai-inspired green-curry-miso ramen, in addition to more classic preparations. 173 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, 718-398-9898