“ So very, very delicious! Uncle is the place to go for ramen, buns, and bowls in Denver. Uncle is very well known and liked in Denver so thankfully we had a reservation as the wait for walk-ins on a Thursday at 6:30 was reaching over an hour! This was the Uncle on Penn. There is an additional location in the Highlands as well. I opted for the duck ramen as it had been recommended to me three times that evening by three separate individuals. I also split the pork belly bao buns with my friend. Bao buns were 10/10 delicious. Highly recommend! The duck ramen was good. It was flavorful and had just the right spice to it. The noodles were outstanding and the duck was prepared to perfection. It was a good, hardy meal but had a taste of my friend's curry ramen and was immediately jealous of her dish. So, when I go back, I will be ordering the curry! Uncle is a trendy place, very modern and serves up some great food! ”

“ Why are you even reading this? Just go. You know you want to. It is delicious. I have already planned your meal: get the Japanese Wheat Ale beer, the Uncle Salad (seriously the best salad that may exist), and the ramen. Any ramen. Get it. Love you. ”

“ Go for the ramen, stay for the bathroom (lol jk). Everyone knows they have delicious ramen but did you know they have an even better bathroom?! (Just kidding again...but seriously). Don't skip the bathroom. In all seriousness, I've only ever ordered to go so I was pleasantly surprised when I finally went inside and sat at the bar. And then went to the bathroom! 10/10 experience ”

“ We stopped by Uncle when we were craving ramen, and it definitely hit the spot! The atmosphere is fun and clean, I love the open concept where we can see right into the kitchen. It was fun sitting at the bar and seeing everything get put together. The service was good as well. I had the Tokyo Shoyu Ramen and thought it was delicious, though could have been richer in flavor. My husband thought his spicy chicken lacked richness/flavor, and there was way too many bean sprouts and not much else. I loved the pork buns, but my husband also felt like they were a little bland. It did look like mine had more sauce on it than his, so that was likely the issue. In general, would definitely recommend Uncle - I'm newer to the "ramen" scene so not sure how it compares to other places in the Denver metro, but I would definitely go back! ”

“ Tucked away in the heart of West Wash Park, Uncle is a ramen lover's haven; frankly, it's a place that I've become quite enchanted with. The moment you step inside, you're greeted by a sleek, modern interior, all clean lines and warm wood accents. My husband and I are particularly fond of the counter overlooking the kitchen, where the well-orchestrated ballet of cooks craft each bowl with precision and finesse. It's a chef's theater, and the spectacle is mesmerizing. We've developed a rapport with Angela, who embodies everything a stellar server should be: attentive, warm, and uncannily good at remembering faces. Her thoughtful service adds a comforting layer to an already cozy experience. It's as though every interaction is wrapped in the same care and attention as the food. When it comes to drinks, my husband will get a white wine, but I'm drawn to Uncle's gin and tonic on tap. Crafted with Bluecoat gin, lemongrass, Sichuan, and tonic, it's a bright, herbaceous burst of flavor that dances between citrus and spice, leaving you refreshed yet intrigued by its complexity. It's the kind of drink you want to linger over while watching the kitchen crew work their magic. Now, let's talk food, starting with the eggplant buns. These clouds of joy are a revelation. I'm not one for eggplant, or mayo for that matter, but Uncle has managed to convert me. The eggplant is perfectly cooked--never mushy, with just the right amount of bite. Paired with the soft bao bun, fresh slaw, and a hint of mayo, it's an umami-packed bite that will make even the staunchest of eggplant haters reconsider their stance. My Japanese mother would sing praises to the chef who convinced me to love a vegetable I've resisted for years. On to the ramen, where Uncle truly shines. The Tokyo Shoyu is my go-to, a bowl of warmth that feels like a comforting hug on a cold fall night. The light chicken shoyu broth is rich yet not overpowering, with layers of umami goodness from the soy sauce. And then there's the pork belly--three thick slices that melt in your mouth, accompanied by tender arugula, scallions, and the pièce de résistance: the ajitama egg, with its perfectly gooey yolk. At $20, it's a generous serving, and worth every penny. For those craving a bit more spice, the Duck Ramen is a revelation. The shoyu broth, deepened by both pork and chicken, serves as the backdrop for the confit duck, which is tender and flavorful. The togarashi adds just the right amount of heat, while the arugula, corn, and scallions bring a fresh crunch. It's a bold, hearty bowl that leaves you warm and satisfied. A word to the wise: if you haven't snagged a reservation online, don't despair. Get there right at 5 p.m., and you're likely to score a coveted counter spot. Watching the magic unfold in the kitchen is reason enough to sit there, but with a menu this stellar, it's the best seat in the house. Uncle is one of those rare gems where the food is both familiar and exciting, where every bite feels like a discovery. It's not just a ramen shop--it's an experience, and one that I find myself craving again and again. Parking can be a challenge, since it is all on street, but after a big bowl of ramen, you can walk it off ”

“ This is a unique review and may be a little biased. I had the pleasure of finally visiting the Wash Park location where a friend works. When we arrived, our friend was able to get off work and join us for dinner, which was great because she could tell us about the menu, share stories, and have fun without the stress of serving us. She informed Jeff, our waiter, of everything we needed, and we ended up having an endless stream of food brought to our table. We had only planned on getting ramen but ended up trying a little bit of everything on the menu. The best dish was the Babette Steak, which was a pleasant surprise. I highly recommend this place. All the staff were amazing and would stop by our table to joke with our friend and say hello. One downside was the music was very loud and hard to hear at time ”

“ We arrived a little after 5pm as a walk-in for 7 people. There are only two tables here that seat 8 people, and we were lucky to get one of them. The restaurant was already pretty busy when we arrived, and they open at 5pm! The staff is energetic and friendly. I described to our server that I like herbacious drinks that are not very booze-forward. She recommended Paris is Burning, which had not jumped out at me on the menu, but I ended up really liking it. Lovely minimal space. Open kitchen. Huge windows, lots of natural light. I love how they did the bathrooms with gorgeous flowers on the ceiling. * Paris is Burning - 4 stars The lemon and the ginger were strong on this one, which I enjoyed. A great refreshing, light drink. * Low Spark - 4 stars Whiskey-forward but well-balanced. I don't usually like any amount of whiskey, and it says a lot that I enjoyed a couple sips of this (although I couldn't have drank the whole glass). * Lemon Soda - 4 stars Enjoyed by the kids and adults, refreshing with a slight bitterness. * Thai Shrimp ($17) - 3 stars I'm sure this tasted great, but it was so insanely spicy I could barely taste anything else. Our friends had gotten this dish before and didn't remember it being this spicy. * Pork Belly Buns ($11) - 3.5 stars Good, very soft/consistent bun texture. However, I found the meat underwhelming, a little too hard/lean (despite being right next to a big chunk of fat). * Soft Shell Crab Buns ($15) - 4 stars Tasty with a good crunch. In retrospect a little redundant to get two types of buns. I would get the soft shell. * Duck Ramen ($19) - 4.5 stars Noodles were just the right amount al dente. My partner found the egg a bit too runny, but the shoyu broth was creamy, salty, and delicious. Duck was tasty. * Spicy Chicken Ramen ($19) - 4 stars Again, good al dente noodles. I actually loved how runny the yolk was and how soft the whites were. Our server had described this as "Midwestern spicy"; it was still a little spicier than I'd expected, but frankly after having that crazy spicy Thai Shrimp, this felt like a breeze. The chicken pieces were quite hard. ”

“ Got here close to open, we had no wait and it was so nice. Beautiful day, open window. Went on a Monday in the Summer with the 2 Ramen and a Bottle special (so worth it). I ordered duck ramen and my partner ordered Veggie Khao Soi (similar to a curry flavor). Both were amaaaazing. Duck pairs well with the shunnouten junmai sake. Easily my favorite ramen spot in Denver. Beautiful decor, friendly and helpful staff. ”