Surfish Bistro: Ramen, Brooklyn, NYC

Meals begin with complimentary plantain chips and corn paired with mild, creamy sauces. The menu stretches beyond standard plates to include a seafood ramen with a Latin-style broth, alongside squid ink rice, tender octopus, and squid. While ingredients are fresh, preparation can occasionally miss the mark—dressings can skew overly sweet, and entrees sometimes take a while to arrive. The staff is remarkably accommodating, keeping their composure even when group reservations swell unexpectedly.