Pai Men Miyake

Pai Men means “one hundred noodles” in Japanese. Pai Men Miyake offers a varied menu of both authentic Japanese ramen and slightly more unconventional fare.

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  • Phone

    (207) 541-9204

  • Website

    miyakerestaurants.com

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  • Type

    Japanese Restaurant

Address

188 State St (at Congress St) Portland , ME 04101 United States

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Music No
Dining Options Bar Service, Take-out
Restroom Yes
Menus Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 72


Keywords:

pork buns ramen hamayaki trendy good for dates gyoza happy hour great value good service spicy food brussel sprouts bar lunch dinner toasted almond crowded good for special occasions appetizers spicy peppers mayonnaise
Al S

Everything here is fantastic, but I'm particularly fond of the yasai gyoza (veg dumpling ), the Tokyo Abura ramen (very spicy , no broth), and the craft beer list . That beer list is world class . Yesss.

National Car Rental

Do not miss the steamed pork buns here! The pork belly is braised and caramelized beautifully, topped with gouchujang mayo and sweet & spicy peppers with a pillowy bun - it simply cannot be beat!

Isabel Floyd

The fried brussel sprouts are fantastic! Go to pai mein on a weekday at lunchtime... they have a great weekday lunch special that gets you a two course lunch for around 15 bucks.

Jennifer Boner

Pork buns were phenomenal, tuna roll was delicious, himayake was like nothing I’ve had before and I loved it! Cool atmosphere. Great spot for dates. Will definitely go back.

Portland Old Port

Take your time and enjoy this cozy spot . Grab a seat outside on a warm night or sit at the bar to watch your food prepared. Try a carafe of sake sangria , a few skewers and the brussels sprouts . Yum!

Dawn Tully

People rave about the brussels sprouts because they are plentiful and oh so good, the buns because they are unmatched. I like to ask for what's NOT on the menu . A Ginger Martini with muddled ginger .

Serious Eats

Masa Miyake's noodle bar that's also a secondary showroom for his impeccable sushi . Don't miss the paitan ramen .

Dana Villmore

Bao buns , gyoza , and pokedon bowl were to die for. Ramen bowls are also incredible. I dream about the broth...

Aliona Алена

Andrew Zimmern is here, few tables down. Waitress said he was here yesterday by himself, i guess, he liked it, he is back with friends:). I mean that tells you it is a place to eat;)

Honghui Yu

Pork buns and the house (paitan) ramen make for a delicious and filling meal. Just be prepared for a long wait time as this place is insanely popular!

Max Brautigam

The ramen is delish! Also, try starting with the Brussels sprouts (pictured) for a great appetizer !

Aleksey

Tofu buns , sake , crab sushi and ramen . This is what you need to order here immediately on arrival.

Gayngood

really great but nothing you can’t get at any ramen bar in ny. you’ve tasted it before. Also skip the curry ramen , way too thick and the broth over powers the other flavors in the bowl

Emily Taintor

Amazing Brussels Sprouts . And pork gyoza . Also the tuna roll with toasted almonds was delicious.

Mario Moretto

This is my "classy " dinner choice for eating on the cheap . Delicious, filling bowls of Ramen run only $10. Appetizers are great too, but a little pricey if you're on a budget.

Kristopher Chavez

Get a sushi roll here. It is more than just great soups and dumplings folks. So good.

Adam Burk

Call for reservations . Tofu buns and brussel sprouts are out of this world. The Tokyo Abura (without raw egg ) is my favorite noodle dish .

JP

One of the top ramen spots I have ever eaten at. The pork buns were some of the most savory I've had.

Bon

Super legit ramen and pork buns sez this New Yorker

Katie White

Pork buns are to die for!! The Tokyo Abura ramen is my favorite but they are all amazing

Brian Sullivan

Excellent vegetarian ramen options! One with broth, one without

Hal Mackins

Pork buns and pai tan ramen . Add a side of pork loin to the latter for noodle excellence.

Carla Jean

Great constantly rotating tap list (and sometimes tap takeovers) Order the pork buns . DO IT. Just... trust me.

Devin Reams

If you've never liked or tried brussels sprouts , try these! And if you already like them, you'll love theirs.

Michelle C.

The Mushroom Miso Soup and Japanese menu at Miyake Restaurant , in Portland, ME, is Alex Guarnaschelli favorite on Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate.

Nitzan B

Amazing ramen and great place in general. Loved it

Aliona Алена

Seriously, what can be better on a cold day than a bowl of hot, hearty, spicy soup ;)

Brooke Woodard

Pork Buns !! The Pork Buns !! Oh my GOSH!!! So good!

Ariadna Grané

Good sushi & ramen ! Aprox 15-20$

Jacy Li

Tokyo Abura ramen is a must-try!!

Stephen Crowley

The pork buns are amazing. They melt in your mouth.

Sam S

Delicious pork buns and ramen . Great service.

Stephan Schöneberg

The Kimchee Beef Ramen are beyond delicious!

Jonathan Yu

Ramen is very good and worth the wait. Sushi was average.

Meghan Quinn

Hitachino Nest "3-Days" beer . Only keg in existence, left on its own for 3 days after the tsunami, made it through amazing!

Ashley Ryan

Fantastic drink specials at the late night happy hour from 10pm-close!

Aliona Алена

Thank you for the tip! Pork buns ARE AMAZING!

chrystine

Love it. Pork buuuunnnns. Get your own order do not share!

Chris Bracco

Excellent sushi , miso soups , and pork buns .

Joe Cooper

Whoa. Those pork belly starters were ????

Andre Francisco

Great food of course but also great music selection.

Paula C Haggart

Ramen with pork belly

sat p

The tofu buns are magnificent.

Lisa Richardson

Great service and amazing food!

Maria

Great appetizers !! Ramen dishes are somewhat bland....

Morgan Holland

Amazing pork rolls and miso ramen

Sandie Porter

Oh Pork Buns !

William Thieme

Ceviche sushi is out of this world!

Adam Burk

In the winter try to get a table as far away from the door as possible.

Kristin Fuhrmann-Simmons

Japanese soba with raw egg and pork belly has made

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