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Ramen Hajime in Santa Clara

4.5 (199) 5229 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95051, United States

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Ramen restaurant
Japanese restaurant

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Santa Clara, Santa Clara County, California, US

Phone: +1 408-899-6254
Site: https://toasttab.com/ramen-h...

Opening hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:Closed
Wednesday:11 AM–2:30 PM
Thursday:11 AM–2:30 PM
Friday:11 AM–2:30 PM
Saturday:11 AM–2:30 PM
Sunday:11 AM–2:30 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.5

199 Reviews for Ramen Hajime 2024:

Review №1

2023-09-10 20:04:47

Authentic Japanese Ramen with more protein and veggies than other places but less expensive. My husband, who is a Japanese living in Bay Area for 25 years, thinks this is the best Ramen in the area. The meats are flavorful, soft, and juicy. The soup has complexity and not overly salty.Japanese restaurants are usually not vegetarian/vegan friendly but not this place. Kiwami Vegan Ramen has a lot of vegan meat (probably imported from Japan). Curry soup works surprisingly well with all the ingredients. I never had a better Ramen, not even in Asia. Recently I had a more expensive vegetarian Ramen with only noodles and a few bean sprouts at another place. So I really appreciate this restaurant.The staff are very courteous. Table is clean. Overall a 5-star experience.

Review №2

2023-10-06 04:31:52

Very good Japanese ramen place!I was actually impressed with the premium ramen selection, which is a special ramen that is on the menu for a limited time (like one month?). Once I got this scallop ramen and it was flavorful. The other time I got this creamy noodle with chicken and crab meat. Both were fantastic! The standard ramen that always stay on the menu is also above the average standard.Might be a short wait (15-30 mins) at the busy hours (we went on a Saturday noon).

Review №3

2023-11-16 03:17:44

Small ramen shop that deserves a visit even amongst the many options in the south bay. I had their currently running special (a scallop based ramen) and was impressed by how well balanced it was. distinct seafood flavor but not overwhelmingly so, and just the right amount of saltiness and oiliness, topped by two seared scallops. Would definitely come back to try all their different options in the future.

Review №4

2023-10-22 18:45:07

We went at about 6:30 on a Saturday night. This is a smal place, there were 11 groups ahead of us, and we estimated the wait at 30 minutes. It as about 35 minutes, but the food did not disappoint. They are a bit more old school with the ordering--did not do it via phone, but with a menu, but took out order within a minute or so. The appetizer (spicy edamame) came out within the expected time. The ramen took a little longer than expected (hence the 4 starts). Otherwise a good meal. The place is also great for vegans with ample choices. Lastly is the price. I dont think this place can be beat. We didnt order drinks, but with two ramen bowls, extra noodles, and an appetizer, it came out to $40 before tip. I almost had to do a double-take. Well be back.

Review №5

2023-10-23 00:27:55

Its a nice clean restaurant once you get in. You need to enter your name and phone on the ipad and add to the list. They will text but better to wait outside, before closing they go fast.Ordering is easy and smoothly done at the table.Its a great place for kids.The ramen broths are very good and they have a simple size (Tonkotsu (Pork Soup Ramen)) and fully loaded (Kiwami Tonkotsu) ramen both with same excellent broth. Fully loaded is more ramen as well so you can adjust depending on how hungry you are. Ive had them both and for the regular you walk away feeling like you got a good deal. Eat the fully loaded ramen to feel full.The pork ramen has thin egg noodles and the Soy Sauce based dried bonito soup (contains pork & chicken protein) with thick wavy egg noodles. You can have either noodle with either broth just ask, but these are the defaults.I always get the Kiwami Tonkotsu with spicy extra and that is my favorite but my wife loves the shoyu.Service is nice and polite. People that work ther e are happy.

Review №6

2023-07-19 03:15:29

First thing I noticed was how well prepared the meat is here. All meats. The karage was excellent. The cha shu also excellent. And the pork butt was excellent. Even the egg was excellent. The broth was good. The noodles were the right texture and soft. The tonkatsu broth was decent. The meat was sliced so thin though, so not much substance.You put your name on a wait list when you arrive. Not a very large place so it can get quite busy. Quick service though.

Review №7

2023-07-20 20:38:51

Great ramen, perfect combination of ingredients, and portion is perfectly sized. Atmosphere is traditional but also modern at the same time. Great staffing and service is very good. Rice dishes go perfectly with the ramen. Warm Japanese greeting when walked into this ramenya.

Review №8

2023-08-10 20:56:22

I ordered kiwami Vegan Signature Ramen. It was too good, loved the way they prepared the broth.. creamy and smooth.#must try this dish:)

Review №9

2023-05-25 22:38:50

I believe this restaurant price is the best ! Simple one only $10, less topping but still come with 2 pcs chashu. Owner said because for Japanese, they more care about noodle quality than other like topping, so they create $10 simple one for Japanese .We order signature one, shoyu one inside come with 3 pcs wontons so delicious !

Review №10

2023-10-22 01:09:12

Best ramen place in Bay Area that I have found so far. And the line is so short it feels like a steal. Meat over corn rice is just amazing

Review №11

2023-09-18 08:23:29

One of the best places for ramen in South Bay. I especially liked their Kiwami Vegan Ramen. I added a soft boiled egg and spicy sauce. Everything was great from the broth to noodles to toppings. I recommend requesting the spicy sauce for spice lovers. My husband enjoyed the spicy tonkatsu ramen too.

Review №12

2023-04-22 21:58:33

This might be the best ramen Ive had in the bay. The tonkotsu broth is incredibly rich and creamy, bursting with deep pork flavor. The spicy tonkotsu was similarly flavorful, but the pork flavor gets masked a little bit. The thin noodles were just the right texture as well, being a perfect vehicle for the delicious broth. To top it all off, service was great and the wait was only 15 min on a Saturday afternoon.Even with options like Hironori and Ramen Nagi nearby, Hajime might still be your best bet if you want simple and authentic Tonkotsu Ramen executed perfectly.

Review №13

2023-06-02 00:10:53

After I read all the good reviews, I decided to give it a try since the one (Maru Ichi) I went all the time closed down in Mountain View. It turned out to be a great place. I liked the ramen I ordered, added pork belly and bamboo. It was fantastic lunch.If you wonder how authentic it is. Here is the answer: from the chef to waitresses, are all Japanese.

Review №14

2022-04-23 18:00:01

I’ve now tried all of their main soups and they are all quite delicious and complex. They are very savory and you have a broad range of feelings to choose from: a delicate shoyu, a comforting tonkotsu, and a spicy exciting miso.I recently, however, got to try their Haru Ramen limited special which really embodies the feeling of Spring. It is a seafood-focused broth and executes it masterfully. The seafood flavor is present, but not overpowering. The pork flavor from the chashu cuts through, and overall the bowl is extremely refreshing. I believe this refreshing and complex flavor is exactly what chefs intend to achieve with similar seafood dishes. I will be going back to try and get it once more before it goes out of stock!The atmosphere of the restaurant is what I imagine ramen shops in Japan are like: extremely focused & dedicated to the food and a hustling pace for the customer. I think this may be off putting to some shop goers, but if you come for the ramen you will be met with the ramen.

Review №15

2023-08-25 05:33:09

Kiwami Vegan Ramen is heaven. You can ask for chilli oil to make it spicier. Good enough quantity and great quality. We will be back for sure.

Review №16

2023-04-11 11:09:17

My bf and I came here on a Saturday night around 6pm. Wait was about 5-10min after putting our name on the waitlist inside the restaurant.We were looking at the menu and there are a few options. you can build your own ramen with their diff meat and soup base, and then add your preferred toppings. Or you can order 3-4 of their premade options. One of them is a meat lover dish thats only meat lolAnyways, we ordered the chicken karaage, their Kiwami shoyu ramen, and the build your own tonkotsu ramen. I ordered the tonkotsu Ramen for myself because I really wanted to try their duck chasu. My boyfriend wanted to order the cheesecake and because he heard it was really good but they were sold out! We asked our server and he said that sell out the day that they make it -- Wednesday and Friday, so probably need to pre order.The chicken karaage came in big pieces and lightly fried. They dont give a little lemon slice but dont need to!! I thoroughly enjoyed the sauce they had for it. It was your typical Japanese Mayo but had a slightly savory kick to itI liked the tonkotsu but wish I had been able to customize my noodles. I really liked their thinly sliced pork belly. It made it more tender and easier to eat. I asked for an egg and they give you a whole egg! The duck chasu is definitely worth it. They only give you 4 slices but theyre pretty fat and had a slight torched smokey flavor.I also tried my boyfriends shoyu ramen. I enjoyed this was more LOL it was not as fatty and lighter in flavor. I drank a good amount of the broth in this one. It comes with 3-4 pork wontons. Also liked the sliced pork butt. This one comes with thicker egg noodles, which i prefer.We also got the hot garlic paste that we added into the tonkotsu.Overall, enjoyable experience! Parking was plentiful and the servers were attentive and nice. Price was about $55 including tax and tip!

Review №17

2023-04-22 21:48:36

Best Ramen in the area. Soup is thick but not too salty. Meat slices are thin but full of flavor, with the right amount of fat. The $10 plain tonkotsu is a steal. For $5 more, you can order Kiwami version which has many more toppings.

Review №18

2022-09-03 07:23:29

THE HYPE IS REAL! I had a friend highly praise this restaurant and I can definitely understand why. The ramen here is no joke. I was surprised by how impressed I was! I will definitely be a regular customer here. I need to come back and try their cheesecake too...+ Tonkotsu: You cant beat the price of this ramen! The real star of the show is definitely the broth. It is very rich and flavorful without being salty like other ramen shops. It is perfectly balanced and the thin egg noodles compliment everything so well. The pork chashu is sliced paper thin and just melts. If only it came with more than two slices. I also added bamboo and corn for $3 extra!+ Meat Meat Meat: SO MUCH MEAT! Now this is one pretty bowl of ramen. I definitely recommend this to anyone who is a first time customer here. Of the 5 meats, my favorites were the duck chashu and the beef rib. They were the most tender by far! I really enjoyed the addition of black sauce and lime; it completely changes the flavor profile. I definitely recommend adding the lime half way through your bowl to switch things up mid-meal.

Review №19

2023-01-05 17:40:30

One of my families favorite ramen go to places. We always leave satisfied. Staff here if very welcoming. Youll definitely get greeted when seated. Wait times vary but all you gotta do is sign in and theyll give u a txt when its time for you and your party to be seated. I suggest coming when they first open for lunch or dinner. Kaarage here is our favorite. Not greasy and overly covered in batter. The pieces of chicken are just the right size. My son and I share a bowl of the Spicy Tonkotsu while my bf has the their Kiwami Tonkotsu. Portion wise is great. You get just the right amount of noodles and broth.

Review №20

2023-05-23 05:45:55

Nice cozy little restaurant. Lovely staff and the food is the good old quality stuff you expect from home cooking. Definitely delicious and good variety. I finish my broth everytime.

Review №21

2023-09-29 03:17:08

I strongly recommend Mecha-uma don. Mecha-uma means extremely delicious in Japanese. Literally, it was extremely delicious.

Review №22

2022-11-19 00:42:37

Tokyo Style!! Best vegan ramen we had in recent times. Flavor rich ramen and the noodles were super tasty. Kiwami Vegan Ramen’s graceful meat (plant based meat from Japan) is to die for. Nailed it. Best part of the experience was it being served at correct temperature to just dive in and enjoy. We really liked that part.Also, basic ramen options are too good. Only few ramen places have it and this is one of a kind. You can just order a spicy vegan basic ramen and I assure you won’t be disappointed. We added slowly cooked chicken breast chashu as a protein topping and it was just enough to make it amazing.We also tried Fuwa Toro Japanese Cheesecake which’s yummy. Add yourself to waitlist using the tab to get notified when your table is ready. Will definitely go back again. Highly recommended.Recent Visit: Took a to-go this time. Same order. I must say they are consistent. Like the way it was packed. Separate ramen, veggies and toppings, broth!! You will love it even if it’s to-go. Note that $1 extra per ramen is charged for to-go.

Review №23

2021-12-03 05:45:39

Waited a while to get in but the food was worth the wait. We ordered vegan karaage for the first time which was juicy and delicious. We also ordered corn rice, mecha rice and 2 bowls of ramen, one of them was spicy tonkatsu and the other one was a special ramen that I already forgot the name. Overall dining experience was great and will definitely visit back!!

Review №24

2022-06-25 23:58:02

Ok so first off I want to make it clear, I am by no means a Roman aficionado as I have only been out to have Ramen One other time.Today after years of looking at photos of Ramen pictures I decided to try this place as it was highly recommend by a friend of mine. We walked in, put our name on computer wait list and waited outside for about 1/2 hour. My friend jokingly commented to me if I was going to deduct a couple stars for the long wait? To which I responded we shall see.After being seated the service was fast and precise. I pointed to The upper right photo on the menu I said I’ll take this one “Kiwami Tonkotsu” and add bok choy please. It came with Pork belly chashu, pork butt chashu, green onions, kikurage mushrooms, 1/2 an egg, black sauce and a hint of lime.About 15 minutes later my order arrived, I must say it looked better then expected. Then I took a bite of my egg noodles, oh my gosh the flavor was indescribably good! Soooo creamy, decadent, with the flavor explosion is going off in my mouth everywhere. My eyes started rolling back in my head trying to get a glimpse of what my brain was processing, then the goosebumps started happening on my arms!! No I’m not joking this actually happened, ok at least in my mind it did.Anyway as I said I am not a Ramen connoisseur in any stretch of the imagination however I just can’t imagine any other Ramen being as good as this. 5 stars yesterday today and tomorrow!!I would’ve giving them six stars but I deducted one stars for the half hour wait C; “ yes I’m being sarcastic” the food was well worth the wait!!!

Review №25

2022-12-14 05:59:29

Ramen Hajime is my favorite ramen spot in the bay! (Previously Ramen Nagi)I used to be the biggest fan of Ramen Nagi (supporting the Palo Alto one for years, waiting 30 min prior to get sat first). A good friend recommended Ramen Hajime, and Im disappointed it took me this long to find out this spot existed!I ordered the Meat meat meat ramen. From their website...Salt flavor pork-based soup, Thin egg noodles, Kurobuta pork shoulder butt chashu, Kurobuta pork belly chashu, Chicken breast chashu, Prime Beef rib chashu, Duck chashu, Half slowly cooked soft boiled egg, green onions, Kikurage (black fungus mushroom), and black sauce.Also ordered the chicken karaage and it was cooked well too! I highly enjoyed their broth. It is light and clean, definitely not super heavy. It is a good change up to other locations (like Nagi). Service is a bit on the slower end, though, didnt impact the experience.Parking in the plaza is plentiful. Wait times could be longer during peak times, so be sure to get there early/plan accordingly!Excited to be back soon!Follow the adventure @shoyuthebest on IG!

Review №26

2022-10-02 21:15:19

First of all, I’m going to apologize to all of who may read this and the restaurant owners. I may have went to this restaurant with a shorter measurement stick from the get-go.I’d like to point out that this restaurant had it all for me at least. The ramen noodles were plenty without having to order extra noodles on the side. They were perfectly cooked at close to al dente level. Broth was flavorful but not salty which was eye opening experience. The chashu may look very thinly sliced, which it is, but they were very flavorful and decadent. If they were thicker slices, it may actually have been too overwhelming for the overall flavor profile. I tend to order the chicken karaage to support the lackluster amount of ramen noodles at most shops, but in the end I had leftovers to take home.There’s going to be some waiting involved to eat here, but wait time is actually not that bad especially if you’ve been to Ramen Nagi at Valley Faire Mall. My recommendation would be get here early if you can. The only con of this ramen shop is that they’re closed on Monday and Tuesday every week. But if you have not been here, you must absolutely try this Ramen-ya for yourself! 100% Recommendation or two thumbs up from me.

Review №27

2022-05-06 23:09:19

I ordered takeout. The ramen was really well packed and they also gave you the instruction of how to reheat it. I chose “less salty” and the broth tasted a little bit too mellow. The karaage was juicy and flavorful. The waiting time was a bit long though (15 mins over the estimated pickup time). Overall it was pretty good.

Review №28

2022-08-07 03:38:45

I hope people would cherish more such a fine and dedicated Japanese ramen restaurant, which is very very rare in CA. This is still so far the best ramen store I have ever had in Bay Area. From ramen to serving quality, I just could not find any comparable.

Review №29

2022-10-14 21:44:18

Ordered through DoorDash delivery. Ramen ingredients were packaged well and easy to combine. We ordered the Tonkostu ramen with an egg. Broth was tasty but pork was a sliced little thinner than I’m used to. I also ordered the chicken karaage and it was crispy and tasty! Looking forward to dining in and trying again!

Review №30

2022-12-13 06:31:58

Hajime serves very solid and authentic ramen. The broths are all excellent, and they put out frequent and very good specials (like the shio ramen with scallops going now - the scallops add an immense depth of flavor).Plenty of noodle options, a fairly short wait (especially relative to the other big players nearby), and in general it just has ‘hidden gem’ vibes. Definitely one of the best ramen spots in the area.

Review №31

2023-02-05 05:22:15

A small ramen restaurant but selling tasty ramenkiwami ramenquite a lot of meatlove the broth soupcorn ricecorn with white ricethey added some salt into the riceit tastes goodmeat meat meat5 types of meats eg pork belly chashu, pork butt chashu, beef rib chashu, duck chashutry it if you want to try different kind of meats and you are meat loverbe expected you have to wait for awhile to get in and served with foodeg I waited for around 30 mins to get in

Review №32

2020-01-02 03:32:48

Enjoyed the duck meat a lot here. The chasu was also soft and tasty. I got the duck broth and that was just alright. Not mind blowing but not bad either. I definitely recommend ordering the fried oysters if you dont dislike oysters. The chicken karaage was also not bad but if you had to choose Id recommend the oysters.

Review №33

2020-11-22 22:12:49

This new place has a pretty good price for the taste compared to regular ramen places! Wait is around 30 mins so order ahead.Ordered pickup for the shoyu ramen, tonkotsu ramen, and mecha uma meshi.The Tonkotsu was rich, thick and pretty balanced great tasting soup. Thin noodles!Shoyu ramen was better than most around the area with a unique seafood mushroom flavor.The rice was nice and bouncy and the meat was flavorful and good.

Review №34

2019-11-11 15:55:18

The FoodRamen The Place, as you might have guessed, is a place for Ramen. Currently you can choose from Kamo Ramen (鴨), Niboshi Ramen (煮干し), or the Moeru Ramen (燃える). You can also choose between Thick Noodle (中太麺) or Thin Noodle (細麺). I got the Moeru, which is Tonkotsu broth infused with special house blend miso. I got the Thick Noodle thinking it will be wavy noodles, but it was more of a thick straight noodles. But the noodle texture was good and well done. The broth was creamy, but just right and not too thick. The ingredients of the dish went well together and was delicious. We also ordered Hotate with Garlic Butter and Tori Karaage, both were also tasty 😋 I will return again because I want to try their other selections.The MiscellaneousThe Place if you will, is in a plaza with decent amount of parking so that wont be an issue. The interior aesthetic is very clean, and it brings a good mood to the restaurant. There are a good amount of seating including a bar area, but it is not suitable for large parties. They have a nice wall of Ema on display and you can even create your own. The service was good, not very long wait time for seating (I imagine this will change) or food. The staff were quite friendly and sincere also. Their menu only had three (3) items when I went, but they are slowly expanding. They also have a good selection of appetizers to choose from. Everything is at a reasonable price, so would recommend if you are looking for a good ramen place. I will go back to try their new ramen selections.

Review №35

2019-12-08 05:20:17

The place is really neat and clean. The ramen noodle is the thin type. The egg is really good! The egg yolk is gel like and well flavored! Both soups in shrimp butter and shio are very good. But we prefer the shio more because it is lighter.

Review №36

2020-11-22 19:43:20

Wow this place was really good! It reminds me of ramen in Japan actually. The broth is so tasty, the meat melts in your mouth and you can pick the type of noodles! My favorite is the tonkotsu. The tonkotsu broth was a bit too salty for my taste but otherwise superb! The veggie curry broth ramen was delish too. They put soy meat and veggies in a mild creamy curry broth. Can’t wait to go back for more.

Review №37

2023-04-01 03:01:25

Pretty good ramen. All the varieties are good. Chicken karaage is also good. There is usually a wait during dinner time, so try to come early.

Review №38

2022-01-01 18:39:43

Have been to many ramen places and this one scored in our top three. This place was hopping with online orders and we just managed to beat a rush as there was only one family when we got there and the place was full once we left.Josh, the only server, was kind, helpful, and efficient. No complaints here. He even gave us tips on how best to enjoy our ramen!The restaurants ambience follows Japanese tradition, it is minimalistic and wooden. Very peaceful.We ordered edamame (perfectly hot, fresh, and lightly salted), signature spicy miso ramen (not too spicy but enough my lips were buzzing when we left, I did add another egg and seaweed to it, lots of other add-ins available to choose from too, so you can customize any bowl), and the signature tonkatsu ramen (smoky, deep flavor of pork, served with a lime to freshen it halfway through). The pork belly portions are also generous and tasty. I typically have to order extra meat at other places but didnt have to here. Just look at those bowls! Beautiful.Overall, would definitely eat here again and would happily order the same meal too. Arigato!

Review №39

2022-09-03 05:02:57

I ordered Chicken Karage and Meat Meat Meat. Karage tastes a bit plain and ramen is a bit greasy.Nothing wrong with here, but I would choose other Ramen places

Review №40

2019-05-26 05:21:13

There was no wait when we were there, the ramens were a bit-fusiony (with wontons). The thing I enjoyed the most was that while they use thin ramen noodles the noodles were still very chewy. The garlic butter scallops were really good too.Update: They posted a sign outside their store that they’re temporarily closed until July.

Review №41

2019-06-08 04:25:22

Came here a couple months ago.The place is not big, so sometimes, the wait can be long. Their ramen is very tasty! I love their noodle texture, it has the pull feel which is what Ra in ramen stands for in Chinese. The Garlic Ramen soup is flavorful. I was disappointed that they do not have ramen to go.It didnt make sense to me at first, but when I tried to take my left overs back, I noticed even tho I separate my noodles from the soup, by the time I get home, the noodles texture is not the same.

Review №42

2021-01-24 21:31:53

During Covid perhaps the best place to order ramen to go. First, the ramen is delicious (including the vegan one for the vegetarian in our family). Second, the pack the food spectacularly. Everything in a separate packages, the right kind of packages, with instructions to heat the noodles at home. Order the cheesecake 🧀, it is yummy!

Review №43

2022-04-01 03:00:10

Good for a quick lunch. The Japanese lady serving us was very kind and patient. I had to build my own ramen due to my diet restrictions, and she was very patient in taking my order.

Review №44

2022-03-06 07:36:39

I was looking out for good ramen place near San Jose and came across this . Was initially skeptical to try out this place but turned out to be amazing. I must say this is such an underrated place . We ordered spicy vegan ramen and customizable chicken ramen. Portions are worth the price . There is a limited seating but you can take away. Must try out place for Ramen and highly recommend it .

Review №45

2020-03-03 09:44:16

The duck ramen had one of the best savory broths I’ve had. It was so flavorful and nothing like I tasted before. It was the special, I mean how many ppl have had duck ramen? The miso was pretty good and slightly buttery and heavy but I really loved the flavor of the duck. The eggs cooked perfectly. This is in a plaza down Stevens creek and you can pass it if you don’t pay attn. they don’t speak much English here. They make sure to kick you out as soon as they close as well.

Review №46

2022-02-04 01:01:43

I love this place. Ramen is 10-15$ I always get the shoyu staff is nice and fast. Lots of customization like how you want noodles.. not many other places do that

Review №47

2022-08-27 08:02:18

Trying this place on the recommendation of friends.The bowl of Kiwami Tonkatsu didnt last 15 minutes upon reaching the table; the creamy broth is flavorful, without being salty. The chashu, sliced paper thin, almost melts upon touching the palate. The offered lime wedges added a nice counterpoint to the savory broth. Im pretty sure that the noodles are made in-house.

Review №48

2020-11-06 04:01:50

(Visited during the pre-opening week before the official open date on Nov 7th)Excellent hearty tonkotsu.Exceptional shouyu with noodles made from scratch to match the original broth.Sous vide beef, duck, and pork slices on the side.5 letters for you.U M A M IWould love to try them all when everything on the menu is available but I like to recommend trying the shouyu for sure. There is a depth to the broth and hint of herbal fragrance that is really unique, and it works!It’s one of the best quality ramen you will find around here, with the basic dishes for under $10 each. This is quite an achievement given the rising prices of everything here, and this place deserves your hard earned dollars for sure. You won’t regret it.Just go.And slurp away.Enjoy the work of a pro.

Review №49

2023-09-30 22:08:38

I was in the middle of eating and one of the servers brought the bill, which was all fine. I decided to pay immediately and chose to put no tip on the device since I was planning on tipping cash. The employee proceeds to harass me telling me how “the employees should be paid” while I was visibly in the middle of eating my food. Odd behavior

Review №50

2018-12-28 21:23:16

Wasn’t your typical Shio Ramen, but good flavor and skinny noodles that held their bite. Garlic butter scallops were portioned appropriately for 1 person and tasted as advertised... tons of garlic and butter

Review №51

2022-11-19 01:09:43

Visited this restaurant after four years. Seems that management is diffeand so is the menu. The ramen is good. Soup is on the oily side, which is not my favorite but many like ramen this way. With more fat in the soup, the soup is more flavored. The pork pieces, however, are less fatty, which I like. Service is reasonably fast and friendly. Recommended.————-The place is new and small. The waiting staff (of 2) was very pleasant gentle and helpful. The menu was short. I went here because my wife had tried their chicken ramen that seemed very healthy. Generally, I would avoid eating Japanese ramen that use ultra-high sodium thick salty soup base. This restaurants ramen soup was thin and not too salty. Thats nice. Unfortunately the restaurant rotates the ramen menu such that there was no more chicken ramen. So, we ordered shio ramen instead. The pork piece had quite a bit of fat and we did not like the high fat content. The soup and the noodle were both great though.

Review №52

2019-12-18 03:48:06

Ive tried all three broths here and they are all delicious. I think my favorite may be the duck ramen. The pork belly chasu is to die for. Not too fatty, very tender, and seasoned to perfection. The slow cooked chasu is unique and delicious. Its not seasoned like other ramen chasu, but has a really good flavor and texture. The broths are balanced and not too heavy or fatty. Theres also a Japanese Amber ale that is pretty good, a bit sweeter and another than other amber ales.

Review №53

2021-12-09 00:14:22

Nice service with accepting customers request, like softer Noodle or hotter soup. Soup is light and has flavor. Noodle also has good floor flavor. Highly recommend

Review №54

2023-05-12 01:53:02

The special tonkatsu ramen with fish broth reminds me of Japan!

Review №55

2020-11-06 05:39:35

Truly top notch ramen restaurant in the area. I have been exploring so many kind of, so many types of ramens all over the world, but the chef Hajimes Shoyu is nothing to compare. His soy sauce based ramen is not just a ramen, its a result of complications (of course in a good way), and you must be wowed. All of his ingredients are hand-crafted, and the broth brends some harbs, umami, favors, and tastes. It will break your norms of shoyu ramen. Definitely recommended, Ill revisit after their grand opening this weekend!

Review №56

2021-02-05 04:05:36

One of the top notch ramen restaurants in the area! They only offered takeout for now, but they offered very detailed explanation how to reheat on the paper in the bag, which was really thoughtful. The flavor was rich, and the chashu was really good. Meat lovers would love their meat meat meat ramen! I will definitely come back again!

Review №57

2023-03-30 08:28:44

They have one of the best ramen places in the US I have ever tried. I had Kiwanis Tonkotsu, karaage, and cheesecake! Everything is so good! The broth is not too salty, the portion is good, karaage is juicy, and the cheesecake was super duper good! Ahhh! I scream for cheesecake! It’s so weird that I will come to ramen place to buy cheesecake but it’s really fluffy, not too sweet, and creamy!

Review №58

2018-04-15 02:31:09

Came here during their soft opening. This is a ramen restaurant with good sides, on the sightly expensive side ($13.50 ~$15.50 per medium sized bowl). Love the unique duck and fish broth though (not pork broth). Home made noodles too. Very delicious.

Review №59

2019-05-06 19:20:42

Its pretty good. Not as rich or salty as other ramen places Ive been to in the area. Less salty tasting than other places lite sodium options.

Review №60

2019-11-03 20:58:17

Asked if they do take out, yes but not for ramen.I really like fish broth and wanted to try the sardine based they have. The Niboshi Ramen fit the bill. Choice of thin or thick noodles, I tried thin. Also came with pork belly and Chasu pork. Both were good, but the Chasu was one of the tastiest Ive tasted.Seated right away, small menu. Small place.

Review №61

2022-05-01 06:05:14

II like the regular ramen. Spicy miso ramen is a bit salty and noodle is too soft to my taste.

Review №62

2023-03-31 20:34:41

Kiwami tonkotsuBlack pepper spicyOne of the best ramens I ever had

Review №63

2021-04-03 21:05:37

Great ramen at a great price. Shoyu ramen had a light tasty broth with homemade noodles. Added bonus, I had a puppy with me and they went out of their way to setup a table outside. I recommend!

Review №64

2022-09-09 14:41:06

Ramen was pretty decent. The black garlic in Tonkotsu ramen added some nice char flavors

Review №65

2022-10-15 06:52:28

My number 1 favorite ramen place! my favorite dish is there miso ramen takes 10-15 minutes for the food to come out and it’s worth the wait

Review №66

2021-04-20 04:10:56

I had a spicy shoyu (soy source) ramen today and I much prefer shoyu rather than tonkotsu (pork taste) because shoyu one has a lot of sea food flavor!

Review №67

2021-03-03 01:29:17

The best vegetarian ramen in the south bay area!The broth is creamy and the noodles are perfection. There are so many toppings to choose from! The owners of the place are wonderful and kind. They also have a special cheesecake. Must try!

Review №68

2022-09-04 23:54:54

Very good ramen!! Very good Japanese hospitality! Friendly staffs! Authentic and real Japanese restaurant feeling 😋👍🏻❤️

Review №69

2020-11-06 04:16:30

I had an opportunity to taste Shoyu Ramen during the soft opening.I usually dont order Shoyu Ramen as it is too ordinary but this one is way beyond ordinary in every sense. Surprisingly fragrant and richly flavorful soup, hand-wrinkled thick noodle that goes well with the tasty soup, and the most amazing, two kinds of slow-cooked Charsiu neatly placed on top. Its just so good!

Review №70

2021-05-10 01:41:14

This is an honest ramen! It passes the lie detector test for sure. Honest flavors and traditional ramen. The salt was just right. The chef even brought the ramen straight to the table. You can tell these folks care about the craft. The pork was light and fluffy. I am coming back for sure. Good job 👍

Review №71

2023-04-18 02:38:16

Their signature Kiwami Tonkotsu is rich, creamy, and satisfying. I liked the balance of toppings and the noodles were perfect. The broth seems to be on the less salty side so you can savor more of it without sodium overload.Service was fast and friendly.

Review №72

2018-04-18 20:14:10

This is new Japanese restaurant around here. We came here for Sunday lunch, and order ramen, hotate with garlic butter(scallop), takowasbi and cheesecake . All of them are delicious,and I will try different dishes next time.

Review №73

2022-08-01 01:32:02

Legit J ramen with picturesque presentation and superb service. ROI is top notch as well. Will come again.

Review №74

2020-03-08 23:43:01

I came here just for the duck. Im a huge fan of duck, so it was an easy sell for me, especially with all the competition of ramen in the area. This place had limited ramen choices, 1 was a fish based soup, which I plan to come back to try. I had the special with the duck confit leg and he had the duck breast ramen. Both had different depth of flavors. We both enjoyed our meals, but the duck breast came in only three slices, so it wasnt filling. He luckily had a charshu bowl to fill his meal. We also had a sardine shishito pepper appetizer that was good. My duck confit was plenty filling, just had to figure out how to eat a large piece of meat with chopsticks, but it was figured out. We wanted ramen, but didnt want to wait, and I really love duck, so this was perfect. There was no wait on a weeknight at 7pm. And ramen is 3.5 here, 4.5 stars if you love duck.

Review №75

2023-11-11 19:47:44

Japanese authentic ramen. The best Shoyu ramen in the Bay Area.Expect a long line.

Review №76

2019-01-20 08:08:44

To start with, I liked the decor and the service here.The ramen and appetizers were good but I think there is room for improvement.I thought the karaage needs to be crispier where as the chasu pork in the ramen could be better.

Review №77

2023-03-23 22:44:16

The ramen is affordable and you can add your own ingredients like egg bok choy etc. Problem is the long waits. We got there at 530 and had to wait 30 min or so and when we left at 7 they could not take any more customers. They are a bit slow on the service as well and it took around 20 min for our food to come out after order. The soup is flavorful and kinda salty but good. We would definitely come back.

Review №78

2022-12-28 02:29:12

The tonkatsu soup here my top 3 ever tried. Ramen texture is great. Not too expensive. The wait was long (45 minutes), but the system allows you to sign up and wait in the car or anywhere, and monitor how long the queue is. Overall great ramen.

Review №79

2018-07-21 02:53:25

Great raman place. Tried Tori Pai-Tan raman today. Creamy chicken brooth... strongly recommand. Still in soft opening...not too many items on the menu. Great service. Will definitely come back

Review №80

2018-07-04 06:18:09

My wife and I ate here a few nights ago. On the whole, we were very impressed, and plan to return.As we often do, we decided to share everything. We had a beer, the Kawaba Sunrise Ale, listed on the menu as Kawaba Snow Ale. I dont know what the difference is, but we both really liked the Sunrise Ale. It has a gentle bitterness that didnt turn my wife off. Very pleasant. (Im still trying to get used to the idea of paying $8 for a bottle of beer.)For starters, we had Fried Hiroshima Oyster, Hotate w/ Garlic Butter, and Uni Crostini. For our main, we had the Takeoka Style Ramen. And for dessert, we had the Matcha Tiramisu.Im not a big fan of oysters in any form, so we ordered them mainly for my wife. But I decided to try one anyway. It was, by far, the best fried oyster I ever had. Very crispy / crunchy exterior. Oyster was hot and moist and not overcooked. Tender. I never thought Id say it, but that oyster was yummy. I had a second. :-)The Hotate (Scallops), Im not a big fan. I found them to be somewhat overcooked and chewy. Not super overcooked; just somewhat. My wife liked them, though.The Uni Crostini. Hmm. This appetizer was $23, and based on the ingredients, thats not really an unfair price. The uni was delightful, fresh, and delicate -- really a high point. But they were not actually sitting on toast; more like warm bread. So the bread was on the chewy side rather than on the crunchy side, which would have been a nice textural contrast with the delicate uni. And then we have the sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. I understand that their thing is to be a fusion restaurant, but Parmesan really makes a statement, and we felt that it actually subtracted from the uni. Again, the uni itself was terrific. But for us, the concept and execution didnt do the uni justice.The Takeoka Ramen was really good. The broth had a wonderful deep flavor. The meat was super tender and flavorful. The noodles were delicious and with great texture. Id certainly have this again. The only thing Id do differently next time is to ask for half as much yellow onion. When I got towards the end of the bowl, I still had a lot of yellow onion pieces in each spoonful of broth, and they tended to overpower.The Tiramisu was a really interesting end to the meal. We hadnt planned to order it, but it was brought over complimentary. Im not normally a fan of tiramisu, because I dont particularly like the strong coffee flavor in my dessert. Using matcha instead of coffee was, for me, a good improvement on the classic dish. Im more of a fan or European dessert than Asian dessert, but if in a group having dessert, Id order it and enjoy it.The service was very friendly and efficient. Ice water (we requested) was provided in a small glass pitcher, and that was replaced as it neared empty. The ramen arrived before we were even halfway through our appetizers. Im frequently surprised by the pacing at many asian restaurants. This appears to be one where you might hold off on ordering the ramen until nearly done with the appetizers.I think that doing fusion cuisine is really challenging. I feel that The Place has made a really good start at it. My only real critique of that aspect is the pairing of delicate flavored ingredients (uni and scallop) with strong ingredients (Parmesan and garlic, respectively) which tended to overpower the former. But they are doing enough very well here that its worth going, and returning to.

Review №81

2023-01-30 05:22:08

Came here on a Sunday for lunch around noon for 2 and didn’t have to wait to get a table. The service is really quick and we ordered within minutes. I got the Kiwami Tonkatsu ($15) and my sister got the Kiwami Spicy Miso ramen ($15). The Tonkatsu broth was pretty light and the spicy miso ramen had a lot more flavor in my opinion.There are a couple tables outdoors but a lot more indoors. Highly recommend stopping by here and giving it a shot! Next time I will try their Meat Meat Meat ramen.

Review №82

2022-07-31 00:45:31

Great noodle texture. Miso soup base is better than others

Review №83

2023-03-31 04:49:14

I have been going here often since they open. The staff here are friendly and provide great service. They come to check on us and refill our hot water. The ramen, chicken karaage, and cheesecake here are delicious! This is the top two on the list for me in the area. Try to go right at opening or else you might have to wait for a table.

Review №84

2022-09-05 01:04:47

Highest quality delicious ramen. Perfect flavor.

Review №85

2023-09-23 03:00:20

Love the Karage style soy meat and the Kiwami vegan ramen. Amazing service too.

Review №86

2023-03-21 17:06:05

One of the best Ramens Ive ever tried. Period.

Review №87

2023-01-14 20:23:23

Meat meat meat is highly recommended 😁Duck breast is the best 😉

Review №88

2023-05-15 10:59:48

New favorite ramen in the South Bay! Get the cheese cake if they have it

Review №89

2022-08-18 21:16:46

I went here many times before leaving this review. First off, the service here from the waitresses and hosts is amazing. I also really enjoy the Ultimate Ramens. I dont recommend creating your own ramen though. The appetizers are also very nice. The beer selection is unique (to the area) and delicious.The thick wavy noodles are by far my favorite. The four star rating has to do with the create your own ramen which I did on 2 occasions (of the at least four that I visited). The broth seems very different, with less oils despite only having a single added ingredient (to an ultimate ramen)

Review №90

2018-10-17 23:09:55

Nice and cozy ramen place. Tonkotsu Miso was thick and tasty, and noodles were nicely handmade. Highly recommended!

Review №91

2022-12-30 03:03:18

Excellent quality, from the broth to the noodles to the protein to the friendly service... Id have a picture of the ramen, but I couldnt wait to get it in my stomach :) Wait time is typically moderate and not too bad, and you can easily see your spot in line from your phone.

Review №92

2022-07-15 20:47:57

Expect 35+min to get food from ordering during non peak hours on weekdays, and seating time of 35+min for 3 parties in front of you on the wait-list.The broth is good. Not the thickest but on the thick end of ramen broths. Meat is cut into small cubes rather than slices on the special which is nice and easy to eat and not too fatty. Noodle consistency is on the better half of ramen. Flavor is intense, some might say on the salt heavy side but good nonetheless. Overall this ramen is in the top 25% of ramens but the flow rings the experience down slightly.Service was good.

Review №93

2019-05-25 20:40:32

Service was regular. Seems like they are not really keen on selling the specials? Was not offered any even though the menu was just across the table...

Review №94

2022-12-08 17:53:09

Solid ramen; rude server. I don’t eat animal products, so I went here to try and enjoy a Vegan bowl of ramen, which my friend swore by, and the server got my order wrong. Upon telling the server the order was wrong, they replaced my ramen with the Vegan ramen (which was delicious and would recommend). However, the server had the gall to come up to our table and say “You ordered the Shoyu ramen. Your mistake.” She embarrassed me in front of my friends. Was she trying to make sure she didn’t get an excellent tip and lose a paying customer? Because she succeeded in doing so.

Review №95

2019-07-06 23:06:55

Every previous ramens was changed, but new ramens is also excellent tasty!!

Review №96

2021-10-04 19:24:27

I ordered their Tonkotsu (Pork Soup Ramen) and it was the best ramen I’ve ever had!! A little on the expensive side but for its quality I think it was worth it.Their take out packaging is super thought out- it separates the toppings from the noodles and meat, and brings a separate container for the broth so that you can assemble it altogether and prevent it from getting soggy etc. Also it comes with a deep spoon and chopsticks.Will definitely be eating here again. 🍜😁🏆

Review №97

2023-10-30 00:44:57

Vegan Ramen! This is the only place that serves this and it tastes excellent.

Review №98

2022-11-03 04:18:48

Excellent food and service! Can see their warmth while they serve customers. We got the vegan Kiwame and asked them to make it spicy. Just divine. Will definitely come back :)

Review №99

2022-01-27 23:01:01

I tried the vegan ramen and liked it a lot. The broth was thick, dense and full of flavor. Texture of the noodles was perfect for me, and the portion was more than generous (definitely larger than Ippudo) - I barely finished my bowl🍜 The lady serving the food was very nice 🙂

Review №100

2022-03-27 23:30:28

This place is MASSIVELY underrated and unassuming but the Ramen is top notch. The shoryu and tonkotsu broth are both delicious and super flavorful. You can tell the owners care about the food. On top of that, you can get one of their basic bowls of ramen for only 8-9 dollars! Price in unbeatable anywhere in the bay area!Only caveat I would keep in mind that the shop is a bit small so take note of that, and it does sometimes get a bit busy during the weekends. Sometimes an hour wait even. The few times Ive been during weekday lunch theres been no wait.

Review №101

2023-11-16 20:33:06

Ramen was super flavorful and love the thick wave noodle

Review №102

2023-05-17 21:01:23

Absolutely delicious Ramen. Made in house noodles and broth! Super yummy, highly recommend.

Review №103

2022-04-29 21:18:38

I love to eat ramen and try many ramen stores around the bay area. This is one of my favorite ramen places. For me, it tastes better than the one in the Cupertino main street. The soup here is not too salty and not too oily. The noodle tastes good. I like the customized order which I can order the basic ramen and add the duck meat instead of pork. One drawback is there is gyoza in this store. But I still love this ramen place without gyoza. :)

Review №104

2022-09-10 15:31:57

Meat Meat Meat!!! It definitely has a lots of meat lol. It is so tasty 😋 Wanna eat this everyday single day XDD

Review №105

2019-08-04 06:12:16

Noodle is really really good. The rice bowl surprised me. It is soft and fragrant, accompanied by a meat

Review №106

2023-06-06 19:04:29

Long wait but delicious

Review №107

2023-05-24 21:21:04

My new favorite ramen place in Santa Clara 🥰

Review №108

2022-09-24 02:17:20

Best ramen I have had and the cheese cake is fire.

Review №109

2019-11-15 21:05:48

Had the duck ramen, and it tastes nothing like ramen. Very odd taste profile.

Review №110

2022-05-04 00:50:08

The pork soup is very thick (in a good way). If you like authentic pork soup and dont mind oily soup base, you should try this.Soyu soup is delicious too, but a bit sweet.

Review №111

2022-07-02 18:06:42

One of the best ramen I’ve had in South Bay. The broth of the tonkotsu ramen was very flavorful but not too salty. I had a little bit of frying taste to it. The thin ramen noodle was chewy and soaks in the flavor well.

Review №112

2022-03-10 19:39:15

Super delicious. their meat meat meat is the best ramen I ate in bay area so far. their chasu are very tasty. soup is very delicious as well. the waitress was super cautious about mask. she’ll come only when your mask is on your face

Review №113

2023-09-21 19:26:04

They have a great selection of anime music lol

Review №114

2022-06-12 21:23:42

Great tasting ramen with lots of options for non meat eaters as well. Noodles were very fresh and the staff kind. Will be coming back again.

Review №115

2019-12-10 12:08:50

Very nice little place, very clean, great decoration. Not many options, only three ramen and a few other small dishes. In the menu youll find a story about the origin of the ingredients of the ramen, but not a list of everything thats in it, so its a little hard to decide, you have to go by the pictures, the waitress wasnt much of a help, apparently her first week there. The water had a strange taste. The ramen had a strong fish taste. The pork fried rice was good.

Review №116

2022-02-28 06:26:16

My wife ordered Kiwami, and I, Spicy Tonkatsu (w/ tender slow cooked duck) and side order of warm hot Edemame. We tasted each others Ramen and right away we loved both. Hers had this black sesame (I think) thing added to the soup. Both were creamy. Spiciness was just right, though a bit salty to my low salt diet taste buds, ymmv...but I cant stop eating. The thin noodles, were perfect. You also have a bunch of options to change or add.This place is getting popular especially on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, so go early or other days.Btw, shout out to our excellent server Joshua who was very helpful, and seem to know what we wanted and gave the right options.

Review №117

2019-08-17 04:13:36

Excellent ramen, and service!

Review №118

2023-05-06 22:03:56

Great ramen at a reasonable price!The only issue is a long wait on weekends which could be easily over an hour...

Review №119

2023-10-31 22:16:27

Everything you get here is delicious.Never disappointed

Review №120

2021-08-21 06:16:19

Food is not bad. However, their online order didnt give a decent ETA. Ive ordered a pickup aimed at 7:45pm but got my meal at 8:10pm, which is not acceptable. I feel that they prioritize the dine-in customers.

Review №121

2018-05-12 07:57:36

I was very excited to see another ramen place opening close to my house. I drove over and its 8 pm and the place had 3 tables filled. The reviews were good, so I decided to try it anyway. Asked the server what she recommended. She recommended the duck ramen and the garlic butter scallops. Got the scallops and the taste is really good, but it was slightly over cooked, which made it chewy and rubbery. The ramen came out and it looks great. I always taste the broth first before I mix it up and start eating the noodles. The broth was just okay. It didnt have a duck flavor, but just tasted like soy sauce. It was very one note. The noodles was cooked correctly. The duck didnt have texture. It was just soft. Overall, it was disappointing.

Review №122

2020-01-04 19:58:57

The duck ramen soup is great - meat is tender, the soup is not too salty.The portions are small.

Review №123

2020-01-26 22:20:10

Great place to have a great bowl of Ramen..We will be back again very soon...

Review №124

2019-11-02 18:50:17

This place just open again recently, since I received their promotional flyer in my mailbox. I came at around 11am, not much tables occupied when I came in, only 2 tables. My waiting time was about 15 minutes, not bad. The dining environment is nice and clean. Staff is friendly with smile. As for food, Spicy level 1 is spicy enough to me, for people who don’t eat spicy like me. Overall, I would recommend to give it a try.

Review №125

2022-12-11 20:51:50

This place is the real deal. Whole staff is Japanese, they know what they’re doing!

Review №126

2018-03-31 16:54:02

I like their ramen and fried oysters. The ramen seems homemade and more chewy. Size is right to me but might be too small for some. Oysters are fresh. Other table ordered uni on bread and that looks delicious. Good and friendly service too.

Review №127

2022-12-17 01:14:30

The best ramen I ever had. The ramen is so delicious and the price is very reasonable. Also, the service is awesome.

Review №128

2022-10-15 21:12:18

Waited outside for an hour with my family, never got called or the message even I double checked when I registered.There were empty tables given to people after us.Please be honest and tell people you don’t want to not to wait.

Review №129

2023-03-28 18:12:05

This place was busy when we went, but the staff are super friendly, the facility is nice and clean, and the food is good! I highly recommend this Ramen place.

Review №130

2022-09-03 01:29:25

Delicious! Second best ramen I’ve had in the Bay Area after Ramen Nagi, though honestly it’s quite close and comparable.

Review №131

2021-01-25 00:40:32

Tonkotsu: fatty, oily, salty, but not overpowering. especially tasty with the homemade black garlic sauce. the noodles go down quite easily, i could eat one serving in one biteshoyu: my go-to, especially the kiwami because of the tokyo negi, wontons, and cilantrovegan: after reading the ingredients i HAD to try. if need more flavor get the garlic curry sauce or hot garlic sauce, otherwise it is very light and desirable if you want something easy to digest. the pickled cabbage with yuzu is such a delight. am in love with yuzu salt now.spicy miso: flavor bomb like the tonkotsu, filling and not overpowering, i can drink this ramen like a vacuum machine, almost like mongolian beef as ive had it some other places.have yet to try some of their additions like the ghost pepper sauce, less salty/more salty etc, chicken breast... the menu is simple and worth starting from basic to signature. am looking forward to their future/seasonal additions :Pcheesecake often sells out, wed-fri are best times to get it. the hint of yuzu matches the subtle saltiness.

Review №132

2022-02-26 08:57:49

Very authentic ramen. One of the best in the area!

Review №133

2019-07-08 03:06:39

Ramen The Place is billed as Japanese Fusion, but comes off as an upscale ramen joint over on the border between Santa Clara and Cupertino/Sunnyvale. The ramen itself is tasty, the wife and I had the Spicy Miso Tonkotsu and the Duck Shoyu ramens. Of the two, the Duck Shoyu really stood out. The broth is very flavorful and tastes like a duck consomme with large pieces of perfectly cooked duck to adorn it. The Spicy Miso Tonkotsu was a good showing, but if youve got a hankering for miso specific Id recommend Misoya up the street. Service was good, especially since there was only one person on front-of-house, and the appetizers looked good, but the wife and I werent hungry for more than ramen this time. Next time, well make sure to try the Kaarage Chicken and the Miso Minced Pork Rice Bowl!

Review №134

2019-10-11 21:20:21

Honestly the broth was lacking in flavor. I asked for level 2 of 3 on spicy so Medium level. I felt the spice was the only thing that I could taste. The portion was sufficient. Not sure Id really like to try this place again. Only 3 options for ramen...

Review №135

2022-10-24 18:17:52

Great service, especially compared to other restaurants in the SF Bay Area. Really good ramen, even when you take it to go.

Review №136

2022-12-25 02:13:28

Amazing vegan menu and vegan ramen!!

Review №137

2022-08-06 02:49:43

Simple, clean tasting ramen (should). Not exceptional but still high quality. Would come back and try the other flavors.

Review №138

2023-05-13 21:22:41

Ok, if they only had these in heaven and not in hell, I need to seriously make some changes so I can make the cut. So good, I almost cried.

Review №139

2022-10-26 05:21:56

Food was pretty good. Soft-boiled egg was perfect. Soup is a tad salty though. Car was acting funny

Review №140

2019-08-04 03:44:39

Had a great experience at The Place. The pork belly was delicious and melts in your mouth. Noodles great texture.Would highly recommend!

Review №141

2018-06-11 19:16:06

Came during their soft open. Limited menu, but thats ok. Yelp checkin for a free squid appetizer. The duck ramen was delicious, but portions are a little small.

Review №142

2023-07-16 03:56:24

Very good ramen and affordable price

Review №143

2020-01-28 20:14:33

They serve quite unique taste of soup (duck and sardine fish). If you want to try something special beside miso, pork or soy sauce, definitely should them out~~

Review №144

2023-06-17 00:05:31

Im posting a review so i can remember to come back to this place next time

Review №145

2018-11-10 21:50:35

Good ramen place, with homemade ramen and well made meat. Two different types of broth. We tried both and liked them. Great to have another distinctive ramen place in the neighborhood.

Review №146

2021-09-19 03:52:52

Was looking forward to trying this place. We waited 20 minutes, was next to be seated in line, only for someone to tell us they ran out of ingredients and were closing the kitchen. No sorry, no any sort of “here’s a discount for next time”, just a nonchalant attitude. Felt very dismissed

Review №147

2021-10-02 06:20:14

I ordered take-out spicy kiwami tonkotsu, I followed the instruction to heat the noodle and soup at home, it was very yummy! will recommend!

Review №148

2018-10-13 23:21:25

This is a very nice ramen place. The ramen here is less fatty than usual ramen which I like very much. Their appetizers are very special. The uni crostini tastes fresh and unique. I like their nicely made food very much.

Review №149

2021-04-23 01:09:48

Really good Ramen here! The food comes out really quick and theyre really polite and nice here cant complain and never had to wait. Come show your support!

Review №150

2023-04-18 00:14:50

One of the best Ramen for vegetarians/vegans in the Bay Area.

Review №151

2020-11-06 04:10:50

Visit during soft opening.Superb. This fully-handmade ramen(noodles, soup, toppings, and even seasonings) is one of the most mouthwatering dish you can get in SF/Bay Area, even for us Japanese who are the most ramen-obsessed people on the planet. Even if they open a restaurant in Tokyo Im sure it will be very popular instantly.The menu is pretty simple - ramens and a few sides. Not enough? Its actually an authentic Japanese ramen restaurant style. We Japanese dont go to a ramen restaurant to eat sides; we go to eat just ramen. Indeed excellent ramen must have an overwhelming attraction to eating it at all costs, and their ramen has that.(but note that - their sides are also pretty good, especially I love sous-vide thinly-sliced ribs and ducks).Instead, prices start from $8.9, definitely cheaper than other famous ramen restaurants. It is also an authentic way - good ramen shouldnt be too expensive, and in fact, ramen isnt that expensive in Japan, as we would like to eat it every day if possible.Welcome to truly authentic Japanese ramen world. Enjoy!

Review №152

2019-11-26 20:30:49

Simple options but all solid. I especially like the soup made from monterey sardines. Im not usually a fan of sardines but I enjoyed the broth and it was quite different.

Review №153

2018-08-06 15:54:02

New place. The folks there are really trying to make it work. The presentation is top notch. The appetizers are perfect. The ramen could be improved a little.

Review №154

2022-05-02 17:14:07

Some of the best ramen ever! Chicken Karaage was hot and juicy as well.

Review №155

2020-12-02 22:34:05

This review is for Hajime Ramen.Just tried their spicy vegan ramen. Its simple but its a keeper. Ill be back for more.

Review №156

2021-07-29 20:08:54

Soup was great and the noodle was so yummy.Only wish more appetizers in the near future after COVID-19I can wait to come back

Review №157

2022-11-22 16:16:41

Great foodLong lines

Review №158

2023-06-11 00:23:06

This place is getting way too crowded. Be prepared to wait for 30min.

Review №159

2020-11-06 05:26:20

Wow!!! Super good Shoyu ramen ! The noodle was incredible yummy. I think the best noodle and soup in US.... must try it!

Review №160

2023-05-07 21:18:30

Long wait, but they have a terminal to join the wait list and be notified by text.

Review №161

2018-07-22 04:06:06

Not a traditional ramen place. Food is good but rather small portion. Soup is very different from traditional ramen.

Review №162

2022-03-11 05:36:38

Had the monthly special ramen (fish broth), was probably one of the best bowls of ramen Ive had

Review №163

2022-03-18 01:36:48

Best ramen we had in the Bay Area, great broth, noodles, fried chicken and dessert!

Review №164

2021-01-11 22:20:20

Ive tried several ramen places in the area and this is for sure one of my favorites! Super tasty 😋

Review №165

2020-02-16 21:18:32

They have duck ramen!

Review №166

2021-05-08 00:30:46

1st time here,, not much people, limited seatingRamen was definitely good, just right.

Review №167

2019-08-02 04:42:47

Kujira (Niboshi/fish broth) is surprisingly good! Its very light yet flavorful. Very refreshing!

Review №168

2022-04-23 16:18:06

Went with a Japanese native. She digs the food. Must be good and authentic.

Review №169

2023-09-24 03:01:20

Best ramen in Cupertino

Review №170

2019-10-09 05:31:46

Everything is perfect... I love this place. Definitely well go back and Ill Recomend to my friends and family... you cant go wrong with all the menu.

Review №171

2022-01-21 03:57:35

The new woman waitress, Rie, is extremely bad.. She harms the service quality of this ramen place

Review №172

2019-03-21 05:35:48

We love this restaurant because the ramen here is less salty than the regular ramen in other places.

Review №173

2022-05-10 06:14:33

Taste great and different.

Review №174

2020-03-17 04:07:37

Their ramens are diff compared to other places. They also have duck which is what theyre known for

Review №175

2018-10-05 20:13:51

Easy to reach, very good noodle. Seem like homemade noodle.

Review №176

2018-08-18 02:37:13

They only offer 3 different types of broth, but they are all brilliant.

Review №177

2021-12-22 21:32:49

Delicious, affordable, fast, friendly staff. An excellent place that I will recommend to everyone.

Review №178

2019-01-14 02:43:28

All appetizers are in great quality and has this restaurants special tuning.

Review №179

2018-11-19 03:59:54

A really nice Ramen place.

Review №180

2022-02-21 01:50:19

Was heart broken after my favorite spot closed down during covid but this place has been helping me heal ❤️😭 my new go-to spot.

Review №181

2018-08-23 04:08:44

Its great, but I wish there were a veggie ramen option!

Review №182

2022-10-26 21:19:08

Best Ramen I have ever had.

Review №183

2019-10-30 01:54:36

Loved! Good Ramen!!

Review №184

2022-11-26 23:02:15

Amazing service, great ramen. 🤤

Review №185

2021-05-21 20:47:42

So good! Make sure to get the black sauce with tonkatsu ramen

Review №186

2020-02-09 04:23:40

Didnt know duck ramen was a thing, very glad that it is, loved it!

Review №187

2019-05-15 08:13:04

Great ramen spot!! Clean place and excellent noodles!

Review №188

2019-11-24 02:40:40

Not typical ramen style. Karaage and hatate were great though.

Review №189

2022-12-07 20:13:48

Love the spicy vegan ramen 🔥

Review №190

2020-01-04 22:14:21

Tasty broth, friendly service, but small portions

Review №191

2023-06-28 05:09:31

Like the food and quality

Review №192

2021-09-01 19:42:34

Very tasteful and delicious

Review №193

2020-11-08 03:07:15

Very good ramen, noodles are very fresh.

Review №194

2022-07-18 21:27:31

Really good, super friendly service :)

Review №195

2021-09-03 22:08:10

Rude. Don’t even bother going Here. Customer service is unexceptionally poor!

Review №196

2023-08-03 09:02:27

Reasonable price

Review №197

2019-07-28 00:37:41

Not really ramen. Its more like Chinese soup noodles.

Review №198

2021-08-25 19:41:45

Don’t waste your time. So poor service and cost a lot of time!

Review №199

2022-03-11 21:01:47

The best ramen outside of Japan!