APRIL 2014 | BOROMAG.COM | 7 in all of the other Japanese tapas available, and you can build yourself a pretty fantastic Japanese smorgasbord without breaking the bank. HinoMaru Ramen, 33-18 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105 The pork buns at Ramen Okidoki are just $3.75 a pop, and might win the award for cutest little buns on the planet. The tender medallions of pork are served with a cucumber slice, scallions, and with a special Okidoki sauce that is available spicy or mild. They also serve fantastic versions of onigiri, which are steamed rice balls stuffed with fried kimchi, pickled plums, grilled roast beef, spicy tuna, or crabmeat for just $3.50 a piece. Ramen Okidoki, 34-05 30th Ave, Astoria, NY 11103 Tamashii Ramen serves some of the most beautiful buns in the neighborhood. The focus here is on high quality pieces of pork and shrimp, and the techniques used to prepare them-the tempura is flawlessly crisp. The sauce on these buns won’t ignite your palate, but just add subtle hints of miso and soy to delicately accompany the meat. They are $6.50, and arrive two to an order. Your server will allow you to mix and match, so get yourself one of each bun, like a Japanese surf ‘n turf. Check out the specials, too, because Tamashii serves one of the only versions of okonomiyaki in Western Queens, like a seafood pancake covered in bonito flakes. TamashIi Ramen, 29-05 Broadway, Astoria, NY 11106 buns Ramen Okidoki Leng Thai HinoMaru Ramen Tamashii Ramen
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