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05/08/2026
Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen 🔥🍜✨
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For ramen lovers in Dallas and across Texas, this is the bowl that made WAYA famous.
Our Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen has been the #1 best-seller since opening day, featuring a rich and creamy pork-based broth loaded with deep umami and balanced perfectly with WAYA’s signature spicy sauce.
Paired with springy noodles and topped with our housemade Char Siu Pork, crafted fresh daily without unnecessary additives, every bite is bold, smooth, and deeply satisfying.
One bowl is all it takes to understand why people keep coming back for this Dallas favorite.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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05/04/2026
Spicy Chicken Shoyu Ramen 🍜🔥✨
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Hey Dallas and Texas ramen lovers—this is clean, bold, and perfectly balanced.
WAYA’s Spicy Chicken Shoyu Ramen features a crystal-clear soy-based broth with deep chicken umami and delicate dashi. Topped with flame-seared teriyaki chicken and finished with our signature spicy sauce, it brings just the right kick without losing its smooth, refined taste.
Light in appearance, rich in flavor—this is a bowl you’ll keep coming back to.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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04/27/2026
Premium Miso Ramen 😋🍜✨
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Hey Dallas and Texas ramen lovers—this is the bowl that’s been winning hearts since day one.
WAYA’s Premium Miso Ramen features a deeply aromatic, carefully aged miso blended with rich pork umami and dashi, creating a broth that’s smooth, full-bodied, and incredibly satisfying.
Paired with our springy noodles and topped with housemade Char Siu Pork, every bite delivers warmth, depth, and comfort.
This is miso ramen done right—come celebrate with a bowl at WAYA!
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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04/11/2026
Onigiri, Rice Ball 🍙
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A true Japanese soul food, now in Dallas! Onigiri is simple, comforting, and pairs perfectly with ramen. It’s also a big hit with kids thanks to its easy-to-eat, satisfying flavor.
We’ve got a wide variety to choose from:
• Classic (cucumber pickles + kombu)
• Ume (sour plum)
• Pork Miso 🔥 (most popular!)
• Mentaiko
• Salmon
• Mentaiko Mayo
• Salmon Mayo
Our number 1 favorite, Pork Miso, combines rich pork umami with the deep aroma and saltiness of miso—it’s seriously addictive.
Simple, flavorful, and full of variety—come find your favorite onigiri at WAYA!
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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04/10/2026
Spicy DanDan Ramen 🔥🍜
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As it starts getting hotter, you just crave something spicy, right? Especially here in Dallas.
WAYA’s Spicy DanDan Ramen delivers exactly what you’re looking for—a rich, creamy sesame broth packed with deep pork umami, finished with our signature spicy sauce for that perfect kick.
The thick, springy noodles soak up every bit of that bold, nutty, spicy flavor, making each bite incredibly satisfying.
Hot weather, bold flavors—this is the ramen you’ll keep coming back to all summer long in Dallas.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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03/22/2026
Black Tonkotsu 🍜✨
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Hey Dallas and Texas ramen lovers—this one’s for the advanced tonkotsu fans.
WAYA’s Black Tonkotsu Ramen is a bold upgrade of our signature pork broth, finished with fragrant black garlic oil that adds deep, smoky intensity. It’s rich, punchy, and packed with layers of umami.
One bite and you’ll be hooked on its powerful flavor.
If you’re ready for a deeper, more intense tonkotsu experience—this is it.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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03/19/2026
Curry Ramen 🍜✨
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Hey Dallas and Texas ramen lovers—this is Japanese comfort food at its finest.
WAYA’s Curry Ramen brings together two all-time favorites in Japan: rich curry and ramen. The thick, savory curry broth clings to every strand of noodle, delivering deep umami and warmth in every bite.
Make sure to mix it well before eating—that’s when the magic really happens. And don’t forget to order a side of rice to dip into the curry broth for the ultimate experience.
Once you try it, there’s no going back—this one is seriously addictive.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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03/06/2026
Spicy Premium Miso 🔥🍜
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Hey Dallas and Texas ramen lovers—this is one of the bowls people keep coming back for.
WAYA’s Spicy Premium Miso Ramen features a deeply aromatic miso broth made with carefully selected miso, blended with rich pork umami and dashi for a bold, layered flavor. Then we finish it with our signature spicy sauce, adding the perfect kick that lifts the entire bowl.
Creamy, savory, and perfectly spicy—this is the kind of ramen that warms you up and keeps you thinking about it long after the bowl is empty.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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02/27/2026
Spicy Veggie Ramen 🔥🌽🥒🍜
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Hey Dallas and Texas friends—are you eating enough vegetables every day?
Our Spicy Veggie Ramen is the perfect way to load up on fresh veggies while actually loving every bite. The rich, sesame-aroma broth wraps around crisp, colorful vegetables, creating a bowl that refreshes your body from the inside out.
And here’s the secret—this bowl is next level with WAYA’s original spicy sauce. Even if you’re not usually big on spicy (I’m not that extreme either), Veggie Ramen is the one you absolutely want to make spicy. The balance is just perfect.
Healthy, bold, and incredibly satisfying—come recharge with Spicy Veggie Ramen at WAYA.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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02/26/2026
Beef Curry 🍛😋✨
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Hey Dallas and Texas comfort food lovers—this one hits straight to the soul.
WAYA’s Beef Curry is made in classic Japanese style, featuring tender, slow-cooked beef in a rich, savory curry sauce packed with deep umami and gentle sweetness. It’s thick, hearty, and incredibly satisfying.
The beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth soft, perfectly paired with warm rice that soaks up every bit of that flavorful curry. One bite turns into another—it’s the kind of dish you just can’t stop eating.
Simple, nostalgic, and dangerously addictive—come taste Japanese curry the WAYA way.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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02/20/2026
Tomato Ramen 🍅🧀🍜
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Hey Dallas and Texas ramen lovers—ready to try something unforgettable?
WAYA’s Tomato Ramen starts with a rich tomato-based broth layered with subtle garlic flavor, then topped with Muenster cheese, Parmigiano Reggiano, and fragrant basil. The combination creates a creamy, tangy, savory harmony you won’t find anywhere else.
It may sound unexpected—but one bite is all it takes. The noodles soak up that bold tomato-cheese goodness, and suddenly you’re hooked.
Comforting, unique, and totally addictive—come experience Tomato Ramen at WAYA.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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02/14/2026
Chicken Shoyu Ramen ✨🍜
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Hey Dallas and Texas ramen lovers—this is authentic comfort in its purest form.
WAYA’s Chicken Shoyu Ramen is crafted in an Authentic Tokyo Style, featuring a crystal-clear soy-based broth that looks simple but delivers a gentle, deep, and layered flavor. The balance of chicken umami and delicate dashi creates a bowl that’s light on the eyes yet rich on the palate.
Simple, refined, and deeply satisfying—this is ramen the traditional way. One sip and you’ll understand why Tokyo-style shoyu has been loved for generations.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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02/05/2026
Spicy DanDan Ramen 🔥😋✨
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Hey Dallas and Texas spice lovers—this bowl is on a whole different level.
WAYA’s Spicy DanDan Ramen features a rich, creamy sesame-based broth layered with deep pork umami, perfectly balanced with our housemade spicy sauce. It’s bold, aromatic, and designed from the start to be the ultimate spicy ramen—not just a regular bowl made hotter.
Thick, springy noodles soak up every drop of that nutty, spicy goodness, making it impossible to stop slurping.
If you love spice, this is the ramen you’ll keep coming back for—especially when the weather cools down. Come feel the heat at WAYA!
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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02/04/2026
🥟 Gyoza Dumplings 🥟
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In Japan, gyoza is just as beloved as ramen—and at WAYA, it’s our #1 classic appetizer.
What makes them special? That paper-thin wrapper, pan-fried until perfectly crispy and crackly, with a juicy, flavorful filling inside. One bite and you’ll understand why everyone orders them.
They’re amazing with rice (trust us—add a bowl and try it), perfect with a cold beer, and of course a must-order alongside your ramen.
Choose from Pork or Veggie, and if you like heat, the spicy version is seriously addictive.
Crispy, comforting, and impossible to stop eating—gyoza done the WAYA way.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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01/30/2026
Spicy Cheese Premium Miso 🔥🧀🍜
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Hey Dallas and Texas ramen lovers—this bowl is pure comfort with a bold twist.
WAYA’s Spicy Cheese Premium Miso starts with a deeply aromatic, aged miso broth rich in pork umami and dashi. Then we add two kinds of melty cheese and finish it with our signature spicy sauce, creating a flavor that’s creamy, savory, and perfectly fiery.
It’s rich without being heavy, spicy without overpowering—every spoonful warms you up and keeps you coming back. If you think you know miso ramen, this one will change your mind.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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01/29/2026
Spicy Curry Ramen 🔥🍜😋
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Hey Dallas and Texas ramen lovers—this bowl is comfort food with a kick.
WAYA’s Spicy Curry Ramen blends rich Japanese-style curry with springy ramen noodles, finished with our signature spicy sauce for an extra punch. The thick, bold broth clings to the noodles, delivering deep umami and warmth in every bite.
It’s addictive, satisfying, and perfect when you want something hearty and spicy. Pro tip: mix it well before digging in—and don’t forget it pairs amazingly with rice too.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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01/26/2026
Yakisoba, Stir-Fried Noodles 😋
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A true Japanese home-style classic that everyone loves. WAYA’s Yakisoba is savory, comforting, and packed with flavor—perfect any time of day.
Choose your favorite topping:
• Teriyaki Chicken
• Sukiyaki Beef
• Pulled Pork
• Ground Pork
• Veggie
Want to level it up? You can also order it as Omu-Soba, wrapped with a fluffy Japanese omelet.
Yakisoba pairs perfectly with beer or rice, and it’s a great option for kids or seniors who prefer something without hot soup. It’s also fun and easy to share with friends and family at the table.
Simple, comforting, and always satisfying—just like it’s meant to be in Japan.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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01/24/2026
🔥 WAGYU SUSHI 🔥
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This is a showstopper from the very first moment.
The Wagyu sushi is torched right in front of you, and that instant the flame hits the meat, the rich, smoky aroma fills the air and hits your nose first.
WAYA’s housemade sauce pairs perfectly with the high-quality Wagyu, creating an incredible balance of sweetness, umami, and depth. One bite in, and the meat literally melts in your mouth.
It’s bold, elegant, and unforgettable—definitely a must-try when you’re at WAYA.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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01/17/2026
🌶️ Chili Tomato Ramen 🧀🍅🍜
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Hey Dallas and Texas friends—it’s cold out today, so let’s warm up the right way.
WAYA’s Chili Tomato Ramen is the perfect bowl for chilly days. A rich, garlicky tomato-based broth is layered with Muenster cheese, Parmigiano Reggiano, and fragrant basil, then finished with our signature chili kick. The result is creamy, tangy, spicy, and incredibly comforting.
It’s the kind of ramen that warms your hands, your body, and your mood with every slurp.
When it’s cold outside, this bowl just hits different. Come cozy up with Chili Tomato Ramen at WAYA.
Enjoy Ramen and Japanese food at WAYA
6334 Gaston Ave Dallas
Monday 5-9:30
Tuesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Wednesday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Thursday 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30
Friday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Saturday 11:30-2:30, 5-10:30
Sunday 11:30-3, 4-9
Last order 30min before closing
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Address
6334 Gaston Avenue
Dallas, TX
75214
To get to the Japanese restaurant on Gaston Avenue in Dallas, you can take the DART Rail Blue Line to Deep Ellum Station and walk for about 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can take the DART Bus Route 60 or 76 and get off at Gaston Avenue & Haskell Avenue, which is just a few steps away from the restaurant.
If traveling by car, take Interstate-30 East towards downtown Dallas and exit on Good Latimer Expressway. Turn left onto Main St., then right onto Hall St. and continue onto Gaston Ave. The restaurant will be on your right. There is paid parking available nearby as well as metered street parking.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Tuesday |
11:30am - 2:30pm |
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5pm - 9:30pm |
| Wednesday |
11:30am - 2:30pm |
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5pm - 9:30pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 2:30pm |
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5pm - 9:30pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 2:30pm |
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5pm - 10:30pm |
| Saturday |
11:30am - 2:30pm |
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5pm - 11pm |
| Sunday |
11:30am - 3pm |
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4pm - 9pm |
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What people say
If you're a fan of ramen restaurants, then WAYA Japanese Izakaya on Gaston Avenue in Dallas is a must-visit. This restaurant is owned by a ramen lover who has created an exceptional menu that will leave you craving for more.
One of the most popular appetizers on their menu is the Pork Gyoza Dumplings and Veggie Gyoza Dumplings. These crunchy dumplings have a juicy and flavorful filling that will leave your taste buds wanting more. The Spicy Gyoza is also a favorite choice for those who love a kick of spice.
But the star of the show at WAYA Japanese Izakaya is their Pork Rib Tonkotsu Ramen. This sensational creation features a massive homemade pork rib perched atop a steaming bowl of goodness. The tonkotsu base blends flawlessly with the succulent pork rib, creating a match made in gastronomic heaven.
This limited-time offering is only available during dinnertime, so make sure to visit early to get your hands on this culinary masterpiece. Special thanks to WAYA Japanese Izakaya for bringing such delicious food to Dallas!
