THere’s a new way to enjoy authentic Vietnamese pho and other Asian delicacies in Passaic County. Teriyaki Bowl – Sushi & Ramen in Wayne offers pho, poke bowls, sushi burritos, ramen and more. The restaurant is the latest venture from an already successful New Jersey restaurateur.
According to owner Tony Chen, the 2,000-square-foot space is Wayne’s first authentic Vietnamese pho restaurant. Teriyaki Bowl seats about 45 guests and has self-service kiosks for seamless service. The restaurant features an open kitchen with bar stools, as well as partially exposed brick walls and greenery. They even sell a variety of merchandise, including toys. The official opening with the Mayor of Wayne will take place on September 26 at 2 p.m.
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One of the most popular menu items at Teriyaki Bowl is the tonkotsu ramen. This creamy Tokyo-style pork bone broth contains thin noodles, black garlic oil, bean sprouts, spring onions, bamboo shoots, fish cakes, and a marinated egg. The brown sugar milk tea is also a hit with guests. The milk tea comes with a free topping, such as strawberry boba.
But Tony’s favorite dishes are the Beef Pho Combo and the Meteorite Latte. The combo contains beef broth, rice noodles, thinly sliced beef, fresh herbs, bean sprouts, lime wedges, and hoisin or sriracha.
About the owner
Tony operates 15 Asian restaurants in New Jersey and Long Island, including Pho Express in HobokenHe also owns PokeStop in Pompton Plains, which opened in early August. His next restaurant, Bowls & Noodles, is coming to West Caldwell in October.
Thanks to the success of Pho Express, Tony decided to bring pho to his hometown of Wayne. He has lived in Wayne for over 20 years and the restaurant is near Wayne Valley High School. (Where his children go to school.) He believes Teriyaki Bowl is a good place for students to hang out and have lunch. He plans to display children’s books there as well. “I love Wayne,” he says. “I wanted to bring something different to my hometown.”
Visit Teriyaki Bowl – Sushi & Ramen at 594 Valley Rd in Wayne. (See it on Google Maps.) Further information:
| Order online | Call 973-692-6885 |
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Teriyaki Bowl – Sushi & Ramen FAQs
No, they do not accept reservations.
Yes, they have gluten-free options.
Yes, Teriyaki Bowl offers vegetarian options.
Yes, they offer takeaway food.
Yes, delivery is available via Uber Eats, Grubhub and DoorDash.
No, no alcohol is served.
No, there is no children’s menu.
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