HinoMaru Ramen

Astoria’s Ditmars Boulevard has long been a corridor where subway riders become sidewalk diners—especially after dark. Here, HinoMaru Ramen anchors the strip with bowls that arrive faster than you’d expect, a nod to the neighborhood’s appetite for efficiency without sacrificing flavor.

At 33-18 Ditmars Blvd, the menu leans into the kind of comfort that pairs equally well with a solo lunch break or a late dinner after the bars close. Beyond the noodles, the selection tilts toward local specialties, including a beer and tea lineup that often surprises first-timers. Happy hour drinks keep the stools occupied, while cocktails and small plates round out the offerings for those who want to linger.

The space caters to the rhythm of the block: quick bites for the commuter crowd, leisurely sips for the after-work regulars. Alcohol flows alongside the ramen, and the setup works just as well for a solo diner scrolling through their phone as it does for a group splitting plates. No need to overthink it—just show up hungry.

For directions or last-minute details, the map will get you there; call (718) 777-0228 if the line looks long. https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c25f66322070d1:0x70b795a3543e22b9