Kuma Ani (Wolf Road, Colonie NY) — Restaurant in Town of Colonie

I thoroughly enjoyed my bowl of Spicy Gyu Ramen here. It was a thin but flavorful broth, not truly spicy, and the cilantro added an element I'm not really used to with ramen. The beef was crispy and absolutely delicious and there was A TON OF IT. The picture doesn't do the bowl justice. And the marinated egg was amazing as well. It actually stayed gooey and awesome until I was ready to devour it. The extra levels of garlic in this bowl was also appreciated because I love garlic. Who doesn't? Okay, so the bowl was amazing. I have to take time to say something about the experience entering the restaurant, however. I walked in a little bit after 3 p.m. when Google informed me that there weren't a lot of people dining in. That was true. The girl standing at the register just stared at me blankly blinking. I walked up and waited for her to at least say hi or ask me some sort of a question but there was nothing. I started the interaction by saying "one person please". She responded, "okay" and continued to stand there. I froze. I wasn't really sure what to do. I reiterated to her "I'm dining in for one person". She said, " that's fine, what would you like to eat?" Again, I kind of froze because I wasn't sure what I wanted to eat and what toppings I wanted to add due to the fact that I hadn't actually sat down and looked at the menu yet. I slid over to the side and grabbed the menu quickly and just landed on the spicy gyu bowl. I didn't add any toppings or anything crazy because I felt a little bit rushed and awkward with this whole interaction so far. After paying for my meal, I asked her if I could pick somewhere to sit and she said "sure of course" and I landed on a table close to the register. The next interaction that I had was when the cook brought the bowl out to me. No offer of water, no nothing else. After finishing my bowl I stood up and walked by the register and simply said "thank you" to which the girl replied, "okay". I've never felt so awkward ordering, eating, and leaving a bowl of ramen. Food was great, customer service/social interaction was...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Kuma Ani, and it was truly a remarkable experience. From the moment I walked in, I was captivated by the modern urban decor that exuded chic minimalism while remaining incredibly inviting.

I couldn't resist ordering the Ultimate Tonkotsu, and it did not disappoint. The broth was luxuriously rich, and the bowl was generously packed with tender, flavorful meat. The soft egg and perfectly cooked noodles were nothing short of perfection, elevating the dish to another level. It tasted better than some of the ramens I had in Japan.

What truly stood out, though, was the impeccable customer service. Benson, the owner, learned it was our first time at Kuma Ani and took the time to check on us. His genuine passion for ensuring we enjoyed every aspect of our meal was deeply touching and added an extra layer of warmth to the dining experience.

In sum, Kuma Ani is a must-visit for ramen enthusiasts and anyone in search of a delightful culinary journey. With its modern ambiance, mouthwatering dishes, and heartfelt service, I wholeheartedly recommend this gem of...

Kuma Ani is a Japanese eatery with delicious options for a quick meal in a laid-back atmosphere! I’ve been here a few times, and everything I've tried so far has been fantastic.

We’ve had the Karaagedon, Curry Chicken Ramen, Spicy Gyu Ramen, Ultimate Tonkotsu Ramen, Curry Don, and the Zha Jiang Mein. Every dish is packed with incredible flavors, perfectly cooked, and the beef is always SO tender. My boyfriend’s go to is the Spicy Gyu, but I still need to try more to figure out my favorite! I also appreciate how beautifully they present the food ^_^

They also offer a Build-Your-Own (BYO) ramen option, which I’m yet to try.

We’ve ordered takeout from them before, and the food was packed securely with no spills. I was worried about the ramen, but it arrived warm and intact!

The staff is incredibly sweet and friendly, especially the lady at the front—she’s so adorable and always mindful of the customers. I love when she calls me "dear," it always makes me smile hehe ☺️

The relaxed atmosphere of Kuma Ani makes it the perfect spot for a quick meal when you’re craving ramen, rice...