🍜 Miraku Boston: Brookline's New Japanese Ramen & Fried Chicken Haven

This buzzing new spot has Japanese expats and locals lining up for a reason—think hand-ground sesame miso ramen and the most authentic Japanese fried chicken in Boston. Here’s why it’s worth the waitlist: 🌟 Must-Order Dishes (Trust the Japanese Crowd) Toasted Sesame Miso Ramen 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 • Hand-ground sesame adds nutty depth to the miso broth—rich but not heavy • Thick, chewy noodles stay al dente till the last slurp • Pro move: Add a soft-boiled egg for extra creaminess 🍳 Japanese Fried Chicken (Tori Karaage) 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 • Boston’s new gold standard! Crispy, light batter with juicy, tender meat • Zero Americanized sweetness—just classic salt, pepper, and garlic • Served with lemon wedge and tonkatsu sauce (eat it immediately for max crispness) 🐥 Gyoza (Pork Dumplings) 🌟🌟🌟🌟 • Thin wrappers, savory filling, and perfectly seared bottoms • Dipping sauce balances saltiness nicely 🍥 💡 Dining Tips Ambiance & Wait Time： ✅ Tiny space with authentic Japanese decor—expect 30–45 min wait (join via Yelp Waitlist!) ✅ Japanese staff and diners = high authenticity check Menu Strategy： • Limited menu = everything is fresh • Skip sides if hungry—ramen portions are generous Noodle Texture Hack： Ask for "hard noodles" (kata め) if you prefer extra chewiness 📍 Key Details Address：9 Babcock St, Brookline (near Boston University) Price：$15–$20/ramen, $8–$10/fried chicken Perfect For： ✅ Craving genuine Japanese comfort food ✅ Comparing to Tokyo ramen standards ✅ Fried chicken enthusiasts on a mission 🌟 Final Verdict: 4.7/5 for Japanese Authenticity Come for the sesame miso ramen that rewrites Boston’s ramen rules, stay for the karaage that’ll make you forget all other fried chicken. Pro tip: bring cash—they accept it, and you’ll want to tip extra for that chicken! 🥢 #BostonRamen #MirakuBoston #JapaneseFriedChicken #BrooklineEats #BostonFoodie