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08/22/2026
Tomato Ramen 🍅🧀🍜🫠
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Hey Dallas and Texas ramen lovers—don’t let the name surprise you. This might just become your new obsession!
WAYA’s Tomato Ramen starts with a rich tomato broth with a subtle touch of garlic, then brings in the dream team: Muenster Cheese, Parmigiano Reggiano, and fragrant basil. As the cheese melts into the hot broth and coats our springy noodles, every slurp becomes creamy, savory, and unbelievably satisfying.
It’s definitely not your ordinary ramen—and that’s exactly why people get hooked after the first bowl.
Come hungry, try something different, and discover why Tomato Ramen is the owner’s personal favorite at WAYA! 🍅🧀✨
Spicy available🌶️🌶️🌶️
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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07/02/2026
WAYA Japanese Izakaya 🍜✨
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Looking for authentic Japanese ramen in Dallas, Texas? WAYA is all about ramen made with passion. From rich Tonkotsu and aromatic Premium Miso to bold Spicy DanDan, comforting Curry Ramen, and our one-of-a-kind Tomato Ramen, every bowl is carefully crafted to deliver deep umami and unforgettable flavor. Every slurp is made to keep you coming back for more.
And of course, no ramen experience is complete without a few delicious appetizers and an ice-cold beer to share with family and friends.
Your smile is what makes us happiest. We can’t wait to welcome you to 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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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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20,000 followers—thank you! 🎉
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
Thank you so much for your Google high rating⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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
Thank you so much for your Google high rating⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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
Thank you so much for your Google high rating⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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 |
|
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 2:30pm |
|
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 2:30pm |
|
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!
