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Tajima Ramen East Village in San Diego

4.4 (199) 901 E St, San Diego, CA 92101, United States

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Authentic Japanese restaurant
Japanese restaurant
Ramen restaurant
Sushi restaurant

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San Diego, San Diego County, California, US

Phone: +1 619-431-5820

Opening hours

Monday:11:30 AM–10 PM
Tuesday:11:30 AM–10 PM
Wednesday:11:30 AM–10 PM
Thursday:11:30 AM–10 PM
Friday:11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday:11:30 AM–10 PM
Sunday:11:30 AM–10 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.4

199 Reviews for Tajima Ramen East Village 2024:

Review №1

2023-11-18 23:40:33

Food is very good. Recommend little chiles. I wish they have more variety of Ramen. Drinks menu need a revamp asap.Sadly area is getting crowed by homeless so.eating in the patio is very unpleaseant bc u have to listen them arguing and you dont kmow when they gonna come to you...usps need put their walkway in order...nvm is cali.

Review №2

2023-09-11 18:27:29

As a world traveler, love to check out Asian food whenever I go! This one is a good one!Pork is great size and full of flavourEgg is perfect!The veggie making this diet balance!Broth is yummy!Last but not least, noodle is average.

Review №3

2023-05-17 16:45:28

What a fantastic experience. Small and cozy with yummy food and fantastic service. The staff is caring and fun. The food was hot and tasty. Ordering was easy and had something for every one - meat to vegans. What an awesome evening.

Review №4

2023-08-30 21:26:55

Food was good. If you just want to get a ramen kick then this is good. The only thing I was not crazy about was the pork and the egg. Pork was way to thick for ramen and the egg tasted like it was just soaking in soy sauce without all the other spices. Overall not a bad place

Review №5

2023-05-23 06:13:00

We came in around 5:30pm on Sunday. You order as you enter, so its good to pull up the menu on your phone so you can figure out what you want ahead of time. No one was behind us so we were able to take our time at the counter.The design of the space was nice. Plenty of outdoor seating, lots of tables and booths inside as well as bar seating and long tables for those that like to roll solo.The food didnt take long to arrive at all. Most of it was a hit. The ramen was fantastic! I got the Tajima Ramen, added corn, and subbed spinach noodles. The noodles didnt really change anything, besides throw a little extra color in the bowl. But, the broth was everything! My boyfriend got the Spicy Sesame Ramen and also loved his. The gyoza was decent. The shishito peppers, however; were so inundated with salt that I left more than half the bowl. My boyfriend loves salt but he still couldnt eat them. Luckily, that was the only snafu.Staff was extremely pleasant, and attentive. Drink menu was small, but varied. And, the restaurant was aesthetically pleasing. Id definitely come back for a quick bite the next time were in San Diego.

Review №6

2023-11-13 14:32:02

Amazing spicy ramen. Vegetarian options are also available. The service was amazing as the waitress offered me to try 3 different beers before deciding the one to pair with my meal.

Review №7

2023-07-24 00:51:17

Flavorful ramen with plenty of care on ingredients. Vegan options are available.Pokémon Sake flight for Comic Con was a lot of fun and a great value.

Review №8

2023-07-17 04:38:27

If you like ramen I highly recommend this venue. I personally love the Spicy ramen but everything I have tried has been very tasty. I order to go and dine in often. They also have a great happy hour as well too.

Review №9

2023-10-22 17:37:17

The food was great, not all the servers have the same great attitude by the looks of it the girl that was helping us at first was not rude or anything but she just seemed out of it, the guy that helped us at the end had a great attitude

Review №10

2022-06-15 16:00:05

Ramen - 5/5 - spicy broth was lightly spicy, very thick and creamy. The noodles had a slightly thick feel to it. The ground pork was very flavorful. Ordered extra pork belly for $3Chicken karage 5/5 - perfectly fried. The meat was tender and juicy. Battery was crispy.Service 5/5 - everyone was super polite and service was quick.My only complaint is Id rather not order and pay as I enter the store, but thats a preference. It forces you to tip before youve eaten, tasted the food, or actually gotten service.

Review №11

2023-11-27 04:56:25

The ramen here is solid. Its more of a cafeteria-style setup than a full-service restaurant; you order at the bar and then find a table. The food arrived quickly and was incredibly delicious. The establishment has a full bar, offering some wine options and a decent selection of local beers.The fried chicken was superb and served as a fantastic appetizer for sharing. The gyoza is good, and it comes with six pieces.The fried rice is tasty, especially with the fantastic pork belly that adds a lot of flavor. The spicy sesame dish was outstanding! I would certainly order it again. The broth had an excellent texture, providing lots of flavor and depth, and it had just the right amount of spiciness. The noodles were also great, and the portion size was satisfying.Were definitely planning to return.

Review №12

2023-03-29 19:36:20

Food has its simplicity in the most delicious way! I had the creamy chicken ramen (great for the rainy day) an Takoyaki. The ambiance is relaxed and all the staff are so friendly. I would definitely recommend you try it whether you’re a local or a tourist. ☺️

Review №13

2023-10-13 03:19:24

I wish it was better. the broth lacked seasoning, and the menma (bamboo) was very unappetizing. everything here felt off, and the server who kept apologizing for peoples food was def a red flag.

Review №14

2023-03-04 05:19:18

Solid ramen. More cafeteria style than full service, order at the bar and grab a table. Food came out pretty fast and was super delicious. Full bar, some wine, and a decent beer list with local stuff.Fried chicken was excellent and a great appetizer to share.Gyoza is good and comes with 6 pieces.Fried rice is good, the pork belly is fantastic, lots of flavor.Spicey sesame was fantastic! Would definitely order again. Great broth with an excellent texture, lots of flavor and depth. The right amount of spicy. The noodles were great as well. Good sized portion.We will definitely be back.

Review №15

2023-07-14 03:49:01

Our service was great! The ramen was very good! The spicy ramen wasnt as good as the regular in my opinion. The gyoza was very good! We also ordered the sake flight which was so good! The honeydew was the best flavor.

Review №16

2022-11-27 14:03:25

Good place for a nice bowl of ramen. The broth is rich, flavourful and on point. The noodles are firm and tangy too. I like the pork meat, theres fat on it and that elevated the taste. There are also others staple side dishes available, similar to other ramen stalls. I like the gyoza and karaage. Both dishes are pan fried and fried respectively to perfection. Area is also conveniently located. Thumbs up!

Review №17

2022-12-31 23:32:51

Decent and authentic flavors with terrific price. Feel a bit bad about the neighborhood- kinda surrounded by homeless...Ramens broth balance is perfect- not too salty. The pork was very well done. To have with a small hot sake on this overcast new years eve- gorgeous! Would definitely come back again. 😋Ohh customer service was great - friendly and chill 👌

Review №18

2023-12-07 02:23:09

Food was very very good but they forgot my order and thus my friend was done by the time my ramen actually got there. And a few nights before we ordered salty crew beers and got an ipa instead nothing major but pay attention to your order. Other than that it was terrific food

Review №19

2023-08-09 13:29:43

We took advantage of the happy hour to discover this place and OMG! I don’t know if it’s because it had been a while since we had ramen but this was soooooo tasty! Super friendly staff and amazing food.

Review №20

2023-10-24 01:49:27

Vegetarian ramen was tasty, and the server gave me a discount for getting my order wrong! So very nice of them!! My husbands vegetarian fried rice was also yummy! The garlic edamame was good too, but a little too soft for our liking. All in all a good spot for vegetarians!

Review №21

2023-07-11 02:51:35

Order up front ramen spot. Off the main strip but totally worth the walk. Fresh ingredients and quick service. Highly recommend

Review №22

2023-03-19 15:15:06

Great East Village Ramen with a fun vibe and a chance to cozy up to neighbors. The ramen is the star-the broth is rich and the toppings are fresh. Limited selection of drinks gets the job done. Small patio outside is dog friendly. If your so inclined wander into the small local vinyl shop next door.

Review №23

2023-03-29 04:22:46

It was cold in San Diego so ramen seemed like a good option. The Tajima ramen was excellent along with the gyōza. The karrage was very tasty but not as crisp as it perhaps should have been. The ramen broth was rich and the chicken chashu was generous in portion and delicious. Service was very friendly. The space was a little small and its not the best neighborhood around the restaurant but worth the visit.

Review №24

2023-08-29 17:36:23

Ordered some gyozas and ramen, absolutely delicious and good prices! My favorite spicy sesame ramen!

Review №25

2023-11-19 23:25:05

This is a gem in the area. Everything we picked was cooked perfectly. Simple combinations that packed a lot of flavour. Drink selection was decent, and never had hard kombucha before, but it was a refreshing experience. My daughter loved the cashu pork rice bowl, so we came back a second time. Typical problem in downtown with a nearby encampment, but they never bothered anyone, from what I could see. Still worth a visit! We’ll be back again!

Review №26

2022-07-25 00:55:17

Savory ramen spot in downtown San Diego that serves small bites, poke, and both classic and unique takes on ramen. My personal favorite is their Mexican fusion carnitas ramen. Plus don’t miss happy hour for discounts on appetizers.

Review №27

2019-11-19 02:57:27

Outside tables were nice to have, however I had to ask for them as well as show the host how to seat my family of 5. One of our water cups had lipstick on it. The ramen was a safe hot temp and not very flavorful. However, all of our bowls were pretty large and ingredients were very fresh!

Review №28

2021-12-13 07:30:15

Got the Tajima ramen, Spicy Seseme Ramen and the spicy tuna hand roll. They have changed(gotten worse) since the last time I came here in Feb 2021. Or maybe my ramen standards have increased. The broth was nice but the noodles were horrible. It was lke instant ramen noodles. Another thing is that you have to order first, pay, and then get seated and get your food. I dont mind that but it seems like a fast food restaurant culture like Mcdonalds or KFC. no one came in and checked on us either. No one was rude or anything btw. They were just busy I guess.

Review №29

2021-12-05 01:07:31

Ramen was tasty. Brussel sprout tempura was a bit large and hard to bite into without burning your tongue from the steam. I wish they made them smaller. I did like the matcha passion fruit refresher. Excellent service.

Review №30

2021-11-28 04:47:53

One of my favorite spots for ramen in San Diego! The vegan ramen is delicious and always leaves me wanting more even if Im stuffed! 😂 The sake is great too, although this is the only place Ive had it haha Sometimes the wait time can be long, but its always worth it 🤤

Review №31

2022-04-13 21:44:10

We came here for lunch because we saw it had good reviews and Im a big fan of tonkotsu ramen. My husband and I both got the Tajima Ramen, which is a tonkotsu broth, and we both got it with the pork belly. My son got gyoza and chicken fried rice. Everything was delicious. The broth on the ramen is comfortably the best Ive had in California so far and the pork belly was lovely. Very satisfying. Wish I had more time to try each ramen, but just here on a short visit.

Review №32

2023-03-24 06:30:14

Its so yum Ive had the pork and also had vegan Ramen. I ordered kimchi on side (a must try) and the red bomb sauce is an absolute must. 💯 so good everytime. (I parked by the US post office by the way) parking can get tricky try going on weekdays in daytime. You order at front now and pay before you sit. Its easy. Best Ramen Ive had. The vegetable are not soggy but cooked perfectly (hard to find)

Review №33

2023-01-19 18:15:00

Fantastic ramen! Authentic flavors and laid-back vibes. You order upon entry, the food is delivered to your table, which makes it super fast.We got the shishito peppers, karaage, vegan, and Tajima ramen, all wonderful.

Review №34

2023-01-16 01:49:00

The food was eh, not the excitement I thought it would be, the staffs are friendly and good, took them over a hour to get our Ramen, a few people who came after us got their meals before us, we were seated on a table where theres a leak from the rain, my partner kept getting wet, and my main reason why I gave a 3, the noodles... it was dried, did not have a fresh taste to it and was super salty. the taste wasnt bad just too salty.

Review №35

2022-05-08 02:38:11

Friendly and Fast service! Ordered the Tempura Brussel Sprouts (tempura batter was crispy and light, brussel sprouts well cooked) Tajima Fries (comes with carnitas, spicy mayo, mozzarella cheese. Wasn’t a huge fan of the crisped cheese layer Texture-wise but the flavor was great) and Spicy Tuna Hand Roll (great flavor, pretty spicy if you’re not used to spice) Ordered the Tajima Ramen (pork belly/pork broth). Was delicious. Pork belly was super tender and thick. Ordered the Melon Matcha Calpico drink as well, had to order two, was awesome! Price was I’d say, a tad bit pricey but worth it. Serving sizes are filling but not huge. Left very satisfied. Would definitely come again!

Review №36

2021-08-10 20:35:42

One of the best ramen places in downtown, if you eat there you wont regret it. Theres so many ramen options, Ive had most of them, they definitely have a kick if you love spicy, the broth is so wholesome, has me and my friends coming back.

Review №37

2023-08-03 03:33:13

Solid food experience that we would return for, excellent ramen! Walking here from local hotels to the West can be a bit daunting, but its not their fault, homelessness is a huge problem in SD. My only issue was paying 1st then sitting down, didnt feel like a true dine-in experience, IMHO, and it doesnt help wait staff increase their check total, really bizarre!

Review №38

2022-08-06 23:06:01

This spot hit the spot for vegan/vegetarian ramen! Its hard coming by delicious non-pork/beef/chicken options for ramen sometimes and Im so glad the other place I wanted to go to was closed. My Lyft driver suggests Tajima and it did not disappoint! The ramen broth is so flavorful it felt like a meat broth. The noodles werent over cooked, the tofu was perfectly crispy, and the eggs . I went two nights in a row :)

Review №39

2023-05-30 22:23:53

We’ve eaten ramen from the East coast to the west coast. Best ramen we’ve had was in Boston, but we are still searching. Tajima had really great service and the ramen was and 8/10, but the pay before you sit didn’t vibe as well with us. What if we wanted another beer or ordered too many? Anyway this place is a cool find if you’re in the area.

Review №40

2023-06-30 07:13:06

Wow! This was extremely tasty! The ramen is great & they also have a great salmon sushi roll, at first I was skeptical on how sanitary $6 sushi is, however the place is in fact A rated & the sushi is amazing! I do think they take good precautions with the sushi however I do not know myself all I know is the food is great and I’m not sick!

Review №41

2023-12-09 06:20:13

Nice ramen store. Good fix for Asian who need some Ramen after too many fries.Free parking after 6pm.

Review №42

2019-03-09 00:37:48

Cool ambiance, friendly staff, late hours, and a simple but solid selection of ramen. Broth is fairly rich and flavorful, and the noodles had a were of medium thickness and werent over- nor under-cooked. Would recommend if you find yourself in the area.

Review №43

2021-12-22 02:29:12

I was super excited to see that Tajima had vegan ramen on their menu! I was also happy to see they could make their edamame vegan as well.They no longer have their outdoor seating unfortunately but they are definitely worth a visit!

Review №44

2019-03-23 04:42:38

First off their handrolls are bommmmb!👌🏽🔥🍣. I def enjoyed my spicy tuna- I got two. They had a HH special for the day (Monday) which was the mushroom tempura. I really love mushrooms an tempura but this was a no-go for me. They tasted super greasy but $4 and pretty plating. I should have just ordered 3 handrolls lol.Drinks: I ordered their Apple Pie Cider which was like 6.5% alcohol or so and tasted suuuper good! Really tasted like an Apple Pie w spices. I was very impressed w their drink menu which was full of different beers and ciders they had sake too. Which is also on HH but different days.Ramen: so, I don’t eat pork and it’s hard to find ramen that’s not pork based or have pieces of pork. I came here because not only did they have chicken ramen, but creamy chicken. Their ramen also came with stuff I like inside that I didn’t have to pay extra for: corn and egg and spinach/greens. The noodles were great, chicken tasted good and nicely grilled, and the broth was amazing. This ramen was so good and made me happy! Pretty delicious and I would come back.Only bad thing I have to say is that kind of takes a while for someone to check on you despite how small it was. You have to ask for straws also now in California and I had to kind of wave and flag them down to keep ordering stuff but other than that delicious food!

Review №45

2022-09-19 02:07:50

Delicious ramen!! I got the vegan and loved it! I didn’t take pics but the creamy chicken looked good and the teenagers gave it good ratings too!

Review №46

2023-10-19 18:31:49

Ordered the Carnitas and the Tajima ramen and it was Amazing! My husband and I did to go orders of the Carnitas ramen and loved how side items was packed separately from the broth. Made eating it like it was at the restaurant.

Review №47

2022-11-08 22:29:11

Really great food, everything was delicious. and the woman who helped me get seated and order my food was incredibly friendly and considerate even when the restaurant was very busy and the kitchen was backed up on food orders

Review №48

2020-11-13 20:48:44

Great staff and excellent food. We got the creamy chicken ramen and the Tajima ramen. The broth was AMAZING. Seating is outside right now. You can order for pick up at the window or at the counter and pay before you sit down.

Review №49

2022-03-22 02:49:44

Legit great ramen....forgot to take a pic before i ate it. The kimchi is nice and funky and the handrolls are ok. The Tajima Ramen with pork was great. The broth could have had more umami....maybe more dashi? Good portion and the noodles and pork were cooked perfect. Great service, too.

Review №50

2022-07-11 07:41:02

AMAZING RAMEN! Deliciously fresh noodles! Staff is super nice and accommodating! You order upon entry and then youre seated. Outside seating is what we choose. Music was great, brought us back to the early 2000s. Awesome experience!

Review №51

2019-08-12 02:01:01

Was recommended this place-went on lunch at 1pm & there was a small wait it was so busy. Busy means good, and awesome it was!Menu was fantastic. Ramen was one of the best I’ve had. I got the creamy chicken ramen & it was cooked perfectly.They have big family-style tables inside, a bar with seating, standard tables, & outdoor seating (at East Village location).Great service, great atmosphere!

Review №52

2021-09-24 16:04:43

Good atmosphere, good food, friendly, attentive staff. If you go, youll enjoy it. However, I think the pricing is a couple dollars high for the portion size of the ramen. The tonkatsu cut was great! The karaage was fresh, crispy, and not oily. Id visit again, though I wouldnt seek it out.

Review №53

2023-05-18 22:54:03

Had some nice ramen with strawberry flavored sake before going to Peco Park

Review №54

2023-07-20 23:23:17

Amazing service. They gave us water to go because its hot outside.Ramen presentation also amazing.Waiters were super nice and great humor.

Review №55

2023-08-21 20:44:41

Wow... first, let me just say that the atmosphere and hospitality were so warm and inviting that I felt so welcomed to stop by. The food was amazing and so fresh. The broth in the spicy ramen was so rich and flavorful, my girlfriend had the chicken ramen and loved it!Ps. Get the chili oil and add some chashu to the spicy ramen

Review №56

2023-07-04 05:36:11

Honestly it is amazing!! Everything thing is delicious!!

Review №57

2017-08-31 22:59:41

The octopus appetizer (I forget the the name) was completely drowned in Katsu sauce and it overpowered the flavor of everything else. My gf and I both ordered Tajima ramen. She got chicken, I got pork. Mine was okay. Hers tasted really strange. I wasnt sure why she left most of her bowl uneaten until I tried a bite. I grew up in northern Japan, so maybe my expectations are too high, but I just did not like my meal very much. Presentation was great. The food looked delicious. One deal breaker too was we had no service. Our server basically brought our food out then never showed up again after that. Would have been nice to have our waters refilled and whatnot.

Review №58

2020-07-11 18:36:12

Fast service. We got our ramen within 10-15min of ordering. Outdoor seating was also available! Ramen was delicious, specifically their pork is good and the soft boil egg.

Review №59

2023-09-17 01:35:25

The only thing that killed this dinner was the service. We got seated right away. Another 5ish minutes to order which I feel like isnt bad. But after that, an order of cold sake didnt come out for 25 minutes. THey didnt even bring out our water, we kinda just got it ourselves. The round of a single app came out 40 minutes after sitting. Then our other plates15 minutes after that. I had to ask multiple times for a fork. People have been sitting here just wanting to close out. It feels super disorganized, front and back of the house. Others around were visibly upset by all this wait and noncaring employees. I wanted so much to enjoy this but it seems like they needed 2 more employees and someone who could lead. These poor kids were like running around with their heads cut off. Would not recommend coming here

Review №60

2021-10-26 23:14:15

I discovered Japanese Ramen while living in Korea. Needless to say I am now a ramen head. Loved this place, one go the best ramen Ive had in the states.

Review №61

2018-03-20 07:57:21

When did Tajima rebrand into something so hip? Used to go to Tajima in the original location for late night drunk eats during college. This was the first time going back in 10 years and did not know what to expect. Ordered the spicy black sesame ramen with the fat noodles.. definitely recommend the fat noodles on everything. The broth had good flavor and I love the noodle texture.

Review №62

2019-03-09 17:45:49

Hip ramen location in East Village (Evil). I enjoyed the open industrial atmosphere of the place. Huge picnic type tables that can serve large parties (like up to 10 or 12) Numerous other tables and a bar.Service was good considering how busy it was (thanks for taking my order before those 2 big parties!)Ramen was very good overall. Ill be back to try another type of ramen.

Review №63

2023-05-23 07:24:37

Great service. Friendly staff.Vegan ramen very filling. Ended meal with a recommended Mango unfiltered sake, amazing! Definitely returning when visiting SD next time.

Review №64

2022-06-15 03:45:02

Signature Tajima ramen was great. The place is busy but the wait was not that long. Good prices too.

Review №65

2022-09-20 08:49:08

I love the place, I felt just I little misguided since I arrive and seat at the table after the waitress clean it, and stay there for around 30minutes until realize I need to order in the front cash. Well, besides that I love the food great place.

Review №66

2023-08-01 19:52:17

Great food, cute space, fast and friendly service.Their menu said they would not adjust, but they did accomodate for a friends dietary restrictions. Thanks!Added this place to my San Diego favorites list!

Review №67

2020-06-29 15:53:27

Took an old friend here for dinner. The staff was very helpful since I don’t really eat Japanese cuisine. They answered any and all questions I had and in general, gave me good vibes. The restaurant is nice and well spaced for the size. The alcohol selection, though small, is effective and I was pleased with my drink. Though I went with the basic chicken Raman, I was pleasantly surprised of the portions! Overall, great food, even for someone who doesnt eat Ramen! High recommend.

Review №68

2021-04-07 05:52:02

If you want good ramen yeah this is the place but other than that no. The tempura mushrooms were over battered and the batter was undercooked. The gyoza were completely soft. Fried on a side but not enough. They tasted good just execution was bad. Heres a photo of the batter from the tempura which I took off and ate the mushrooms. The grease on my fingers in the photo is from the tempura as well so thick and oily.

Review №69

2022-08-29 02:52:05

Friendly service. Ramen was very average and the tonkatsu broth was not rich as expected. Other thing unrelated to the restaurant itself is that extreme homeless encampments around it, which can make the dining outside experience a little awkward, just in case someone is considering dining outdoors .

Review №70

2022-10-24 00:41:04

Lovely ramen restaurant. Nice and casual. The ramen is well-made. However, the hit of the day was the chashu fried rice (we all devoured it-- the chashu pork was fresh and tasty for all the dishes, though). The gyoza was delicious. Liked the side relish of the chili oil/paste. They have outdoor seating. Parking is a bit hit-and-miss, since its mostly metered. But the hand-crafted ramen (and fried rice) is worth the visit.

Review №71

2021-11-25 19:40:43

Employees work here are very nice. All customer service workers should learn from this ramen shop about what customer service is. The ramen is good too. One of the best place in San Diego for me.

Review №72

2022-03-04 04:40:48

Had the Vegan noodles 🍜. It was really good. Full of fresh vegetables with a delicious vegan broth. Probably one of the best Ramens I have had in San Diego downtown area!

Review №73

2019-10-10 20:15:50

Awesome. Coming from Germany I have to say that this has been the best ramen ever for me. So tasty and much flavor. Definitely a recommendation 🤤😊

Review №74

2022-02-18 04:59:15

First time eating Ramen but like spicy foods. Tajima satisfied every craving for sushi and spice. Spicy sesame and the hand roll is worth the trip. Staff was great and helpful, and it was very fast.

Review №75

2022-09-20 00:03:19

Once we finally managed to get seated, the service was really nice and the food was great.

Review №76

2023-09-23 12:44:44

The miso Ramen soup is way too salty. Hope they add a little bit of broth to it. Portion is getting smaller and smaller like everywhere else.

Review №77

2020-01-18 03:30:46

Love the vibe of this place. I had the gyoza and a happy hour drink to start. I like the gyro a, good flavors. I had the Tajima Ramen and my friend got the spicy sesame ramen. Mine was rather bland but they did offer my chili sauce and another sauce after my order arrived. I would definitely visit again.

Review №78

2021-10-19 04:05:26

If you never had ramen this is the place, but if you been in a real ramen place before like Ahi Sen ramen or Raki Raki dont waste your time here, the noodles doesnt have texture and the broth is very greasy... The service is great.

Review №79

2019-01-31 14:55:12

Great Ramen without having to fly to Japan! Definitely one of the better bowls of Ramen I have had within the US. The restaurant is small but the kitchen is quick so you should have to wait too long.

Review №80

2019-12-15 20:55:03

So amazing! Delicious broth and noodle! The chicken karagage is so juicy and chrisp. Highly recommended!

Review №81

2020-12-05 03:11:15

Love this place every single time I go here I mean every time the food is amazing I definitely recommend this place..December 4th my birthday everything is still amazing the only problem was me and my fiancé ate all of our ramen didn’t not get our fried rice until the end and the chicken was cold sorry 4/5 will return.

Review №82

2019-04-17 03:55:27

The staff was friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. I got the Tajima and it was outstanding. The broth was creamy and full of flavor, the portion of meat was thick cut, well seasoned, and melted in my mouth. The only thing that was missing from this for me was bamboo shoots. If I could have added those this would have been the most perfect ramen. If you get the change to eat here, dont pass it up. I love tonktasu ramen and this place was one of the best broths Ive ever had.

Review №83

2023-09-23 22:55:53

I love the original Tajima ramen with a red bomb for a kick! Their tacos are tasty too. Old school ramen.

Review №84

2023-09-30 02:01:51

Loved the Vegan Ramen. Must try!!!

Review №85

2022-11-21 21:07:47

Excellent ramen. Only complaint is that they wont let you substitute ingredients. I think this is a bad business decision. If the ramen I choose has an egg and no corn, and I want to substitute corn for that egg, why cant I if they are the same price on the menu? It should not be that hard for them to do and it will make the customer a lot more happy. If they allow me to leave out the egg (which they charge $1 for), but I also have to pay $1 MORE for corn, that doesnt seem very customer-oriented. I suggest they revisit this policy, as its what keeps them from getting five stars in my book.

Review №86

2021-11-12 21:06:07

Love TAJIMA ramen a lot! I like their spicy sesame ramen and karaage . Very tasty!

Review №87

2023-10-22 21:10:52

Mediocre ramen. Very American style. You can get a side hot sauce for the tonkotsu ramen if you want a little extra flavor.

Review №88

2022-04-11 17:34:34

Good ramen selection, vegan ramen with spinach noodles was great. Popular spot with a bit of a wait, but food came quickly once seated.

Review №89

2020-01-04 05:36:33

Its an okay place for ramen. There are about 4 choices available for ramen lovers here. They also offer other non-noodle dishes. This place is popular but because of the superior food, but its superior location. Near the crowded street where many bars are, its one of very few places to take Asian food. They also offer Happy hours, during which you can enjoy sake bomb at reasonable prices. That really is a big big plus for this place.

Review №90

2020-08-20 21:24:18

So dank it made me a little dizzy. Shout out to my boy Mitch Arnold out in Phoenix. He wasnt with me for this meal, but hes a nice guy. Stopped in for some fresh food and delicious ramen and got exactly what I was expecting. Wasnt here on a date, but I might as well come on back with a 9 out of 10 woman because let me tell ya fellas, youre gonna be drooling once they place that scrumptious looking dish up in front of your you know what. Tee yourself up to go home and get busy. Wait, no rather than that just tee yourself up to go home and get freaking busy boys. Like I said, had I had a date I might have even gotten a little freaky. 5 stars, great food, great service, and great weather. Invite me to come with if youre heading here and Ill probably be glad to tag along.

Review №91

2022-05-24 02:30:54

Delicious and fast ramen. They have a small patio, indoor seating and take away.

Review №92

2022-04-19 18:57:59

The best ramen I’ve had in San Diego! Get the red bomb chili paste 🤤

Review №93

2017-05-15 00:01:47

Their spicy sesame ramen is the best! But if you want rolls or poke or anything else, youre better off somewhere else. Stick to their ramen and youll have a happy belly

Review №94

2023-05-09 05:58:52

Had the chicken dumpling ramen, taste was was just ok. Broth felt stale. The dumplings def tasted like the frozen ones you can buy from trader joe’s. They said they stopped serving chashu chicken. All in all a bit disappointed. If I don’t hear Irrashaimasu when someone walks into the restaurant i should’ve known this isn’t going to be authentic

Review №95

2023-05-26 06:52:50

The ramen is amazing, I love the carnitas or the creamy chicken ramen. I also love that they have fries on the menu that are actually good. We go here all the time and they have something for everyone including vegans.

Review №96

2023-07-15 00:50:25

The vegetarian ramen was super nice and flavorful. Usually when I get vegetarian ramen it is bland and flavorless or just salty. The ramen here has a nice flavor.

Review №97

2018-05-22 09:05:36

I prefer the Hillcrest location to the East Village location. The menu is more limited and the service isnt as good. While the atmosphere at the East Village is cool with its communial style seating they allow lines to wait inside at the front entrance which is literally at our backs when we sat at the first table. A rule to make people wait outside until calle is needs to be implemented. The East Village Ramen was amazing. However, the hot several things on our order wrong, and they brought our entrees out at different times. My son finished eating a good 20 minutes before the rest of the table got their food. They did offer my sister to keep the incorrect food at no charge....which was pork, and doesnt eat pork, but its the thought, I guess. Id probably go back, but most likely will continue to just go to the Hillcrest location.

Review №98

2019-05-14 05:09:49

This place is awesome. The ramen is so tasteful, is delicious the spicy ramen is so creamy and good portions. And the dumplings are soft and really good.Also try the sushi and roll it is a good appetizer.Great ramen place.

Review №99

2019-10-09 04:53:56

Ive eating lot of Ramen places and this one has the best Ramen soup! I dont know what they have in there, but the soup is silky, creamy, and a little spicy to give it a kick. I really like it. Definitely will come back for more.

Review №100

2023-08-09 04:03:12

The food was good, except for that one ramen bowl having too much oil. They got one of our orders wrong, but the staff were nice

Review №101

2019-11-15 07:47:59

Great ramen spot. Everything was flavorful and seasoned well. Atmosphere was good and menu selection was great.

Review №102

2023-12-02 13:35:10

Great little spot for Ramen and drinks definitely a return to place.

Review №103

2023-05-23 02:14:05

Waited 40 minutes on a Monday night for mediocre ramen. We didn’t order any starters or anything, so you’d think they’d expedite the entrees, but no such luck. We just sat there and watched other people eat for 40 minutes.

Review №104

2023-07-02 15:28:24

Good was ok.Tuna poke bowl was very random. Not enough vegetables.Carnitas ramen was good but a bit too oily

Review №105

2020-02-16 10:39:51

By far one of the best ramen place in San Diego. Can compete with Japanese ramen. Best person to serve you is Derrick. One of the best and genuine people at this restaurant. Highly recommend due to Derrick and flavor of food!!

Review №106

2016-12-09 03:51:18

Extremely fast service - if you need a quick bite to eat the ramen seems to come out faster than you can get comfortable. Service is fast, but personable. The beer selection is limited, but you can always find a micro-brew that is interesting.

Review №107

2019-03-07 10:56:57

Japanese food that was super flavorful with a reasonable prices. Enjoyed my every ramen here.

Review №108

2022-02-22 23:45:54

Came here for the first time with friends, very gentrified vibe. The Vegan ramen was disgusting, broth tasted like stale oat water. Who puts whole cherry tomatoes in ramen?! Should be a crime. Won’t be coming here again, don’t bother coming. The other ramen (spicy and tonkstu) tasted like a campbell’s soup straight out of the can. However our waitress was really polite which was the only upside of this place.

Review №109

2018-12-04 23:05:33

Great place. Small and cozy. Service is relatively fast. Loved their vegan ramen, the broth is one of the best I have tasted. It has many vegetables and the noodles were super delicious. Staff wasn’t very friendly, seemed they were in a rush all the time. A must for ramen in downtown area.

Review №110

2021-08-21 05:04:47

Strawberry FLAVORED Sake. Feeling like the Gaslamp Naruto. Ate the Chicken Chasu Fried Rice… Fire 🔥.

Review №111

2022-12-27 05:40:05

Great and efficient service. Broth was delicious and pork was tender. Standard portion of noodles.

Review №112

2018-10-15 16:51:18

Never been to Tokyo or Japan but have recently come to appreciate this Ramen dish that has grabbed a bad rap as cheap, student food.This place didnt disappoint.My wife had the creamy chicken and I had the more traditional tonkotsu (bone broth) stock based ramen. Noodles were plentiful and had the proper bite. The stock was flavorful and delicious. Also had a side of the takoyaki and it was very good too with all the sauce, mayo and shaved bonito flakes.Service was very good and the servers were on top of filling water and drinks.Id come back again for sure.

Review №113

2019-11-23 13:01:39

I ordered the vegan ramen and the house sake as a quick pre-flight lunch. The service was friendly and timely, though I wouldnt call it fast. The sake was refreshing, but nothing special - its house sake after all. The vegan ramen had a great broth and the vegetables are cooked correctly. They didnt overcook the greens. The one element I want thrilled with was the tofu. It was fried, which is fine because it offers a textural contrast, but it didnt have much flavor. I wouldve liked it more if it had been marinated or smoked rather than merely fried. All in all, a worthwhile stop!

Review №114

2018-08-15 05:10:34

Friendly service and some of the best tasting ramen I’ve had. Ordered the tajima ramen with chicken chashu and added corn. Top it off with a little chili oil for an added kick! The karaage and brussel sprouts were great appetizers as well. I also love how reasonably priced this place is!

Review №115

2021-08-31 04:44:41

Excellent ramen! One of the best I had. Very reasonably priced. Beautiful vibe and outdoor seating. Very helpful staff. Strongly recommend.

Review №116

2019-05-26 01:24:29

Decent ramen but the menu is limited, service is a bit slow at times but not bed. It took them a bit to give me my food, it was tasty once it arrived.

Review №117

2020-11-06 00:19:43

This place is real good and the staff is very nice. But I have to give a special shout out to the server “ Alysha “ she was on point and made sure my party was well taken care of. I will be back and will recommend this place to others in my apartment building, that’s nearby.

Review №118

2023-09-02 03:31:02

Okay food, but the restaurant itself is tiny, and cramped, with communal seating. This place is staffed by 20-somethings who are completely indifferent, bordering on rude.

Review №119

2020-07-17 05:02:58

The staff was super nice! The ramen was delicious but the sesame ramen was a bit heavy for my taste. My boyfriend got the Tajima ramen and we both really enjoyed it (pair it with the red bomb).

Review №120

2023-03-07 03:36:44

Convenient location, great service and selection of dishes, but it can get crowded during lunch time

Review №121

2023-09-04 20:39:14

One of the best bowls of Ramen Ive had. Highly recommend the Carnitas Ramen.

Review №122

2019-06-09 21:01:16

Great ramen. It will be perfect if the soup came hotter. Overall, a nice place for ramen. The soup is rich and not too salty. Perfectly flavored. Really busy at night. Wait for almost an hour even after 8 pm. Still worth it.

Review №123

2022-10-24 17:30:17

This location was just maybe not for us. It has a great vibe to it. You have the option of ordering at the door or at the table. The location offers indoor or outdoor seating. We ordered pot stickers which they only pan seared on one side and tasted weird to us. Then we ordered the fried rice with chicken. And that also had a weird taste. It didnt taste like fried rice but tasted something over seasoned. We spent about 28 bucks on that and two cokes.

Review №124

2022-01-18 04:18:03

The garlic edamame were delicious.The gyoza were delicious.The ramen was delicious.The prices were delicious.The servers’ vibe was delicious.And yes, even the scent in the bathroom was delicious.

Review №125

2022-04-28 05:32:17

Tajima is one of the best ramen places in San Diego. I had the spicy sesame ramen and it was good.M! The ambience, service, and food are all solid. No complaints about this place.

Review №126

2021-11-09 02:15:56

The service is good and the food is delicious. The price is pretty cheap, but have great qualities of food. I recommend it.

Review №127

2018-11-26 03:12:10

The vegan ramen was excellent. Very flavorful broth, and the spinach noodles were delicious as well. Relatively cheap, as well, at $11. Would recommend.

Review №128

2019-01-09 03:30:32

I was eating alone and took a little more than 30 minutes to be seated. Place is small and was pretty crowded. However, it was worth waiting for. Ramen was delicious! 100% Recommended

Review №129

2019-09-10 00:51:55

I love their Ramen and come here all the time!!!But last time I was here they overcharged my credit card 😳I used to be a server and always leave tips for the servers in cash - but couple days later I noticed that my card was charged an extra $2!!!Apparently servers are just adding additional tips from YOUR credit card and hope that you wouldn’t notice an extra charge 😡Management should be aware of this!!!

Review №130

2020-09-06 21:32:07

Our Friday night was a whole lot better after stopping here. We planned on going to the Gas Lamp Strip, but every place was packed. Right around the corner, we found this gem. The quick service, delicious food, and beautiful people made it a night to remember. Thank you, Tajima Ramen.

Review №131

2022-05-18 17:36:04

I love it! Its the first time having authentic ramen and I really enjoyed it

Review №132

2017-12-19 15:30:32

Its one of the nicest ramen in southern California. Tajima ramen cook the soup for 12 hours before serving, my family really love it. Even my 4 years old boy ate it without pause.

Review №133

2023-03-10 04:29:52

Fantastic tonkatsu broth and great appetizers. A hidden gem in San Diego.

Review №134

2023-06-01 17:48:30

We sampled several different items including vegan options. All were good.It was a holiday so free street parking.

Review №135

2023-10-21 14:57:29

Ramen is good, nice portions and service is great as well.

Review №136

2019-03-29 01:50:43

Super delicious ramen. Broth was nice and rich. Pork was a large chunk and grilled perfectly.Definitely want to come back for more!!

Review №137

2018-01-26 20:57:33

I loved the food it was so good! The spicy ramen is my favorite. The service was good but it could use some improvement, I just felt a little judged and almost as if the workers hated me a bit? Idk they seemed just a bit bitter. But the prices are great and so is the food! Just about everything on the menu is 12 bucks or less and the add ons are anywhere between 1-3 dollars. I would deffinetly recommend going here!

Review №138

2023-11-17 16:29:31

You know this atmosphere is really key here at this eatery. Also the service is something special to always remember.

Review №139

2019-04-29 00:54:30

Never had ramen before this is one of the best food experience in my world. My son took his dad and I on one of his best food places to eat in San Diego east village. Worth the trip, totally enjoyed it!

Review №140

2022-11-25 23:21:56

The restaurant atmosphere is really good. I picked up food and unfortunately it took an incredibly long time. The wait staff didnt give any expected wait time. They seemed more focused on the people who were inside rather than anyone waiting to pick up food. I noticed some people being seated receiving their food before my pick up order. It was almost a 40 minute wait, Im just going to assume that it was just a one off thing, I like the tajima in la Mesa and so Ill give it another chance.

Review №141

2023-02-28 20:31:56

Anytime Im in town they are my go to for ramen! Absolutely love their spicy sesame ramen. The karaage chicken taco is also amazing, super fresh, tender and juicy. Staff is always pleasant and attentive!

Review №142

2019-03-27 02:57:01

Tasty ramen with lots of flavour. The vegan one was good, and had various vegetables. Service was on the slow side.

Review №143

2020-03-14 20:43:12

Got the March special, Leprechaun ramen with spinach noodles and green curry sauce. SO GOOD. Had the doggo on the patio.

Review №144

2022-08-14 01:36:10

Delicious ramen place located in city of San Diego.

Review №145

2022-12-10 05:19:29

The service was terrible. No wonder they want you to tip at the beginning! All of the food came out of order and we had to ask for each specific appetizer we had ordered. Didn’t even get our water refilled when we asked. The ramen was good-not-great. My pork chasu was dry. My tuna hand roll tasted like mercury. Garlic edamame very good.

Review №146

2023-05-03 18:02:32

Forgot to take pictures here but my younger brother and his girlfriend live in Hillcrest and we met up here… I thoroughly enjoyed myself, the food and the weather. Dinner was amazing!

Review №147

2017-02-19 06:53:54

Great staff, excellent service, delicious food. Happy hour $3 sake and beer deal is a great compliment to the ramen.

Review №148

2022-10-14 00:35:20

Great food terrible service. I stood at the front and watched the host talk to his friend for 4 minute as before he came and seated us.

Review №149

2022-11-18 01:17:33

I went there on 11/15 with two friends. There was a wait and while waiting outside they seated people who got there after us. I went there complain and they told us that we could grab a seat and they will arrange a table. Never did. After seating, they never came back to offer nothing. I had to to the bard to ask for water. Then waited about 45 minutes to order food. It was one of the worse experiences I ever had. I live in the area and the service of this place got really bad. The waiters and hosts need training. Despite the food was okay, I will never go back again. Poor service is not worth your money. there are better options nearby.

Review №150

2023-06-08 14:48:56

The pork in my ramen has probably been the best Ive ever had. Highly recommend this place.

Review №151

2023-07-17 21:10:34

The spicy chicken ramen paired with the creamy sake was awesome. Karrage was great as well.

Review №152

2022-10-18 08:06:21

Really great customer service and tasty food.

Review №153

2017-06-13 04:48:47

The takoyaki was slightly over cooked but still tasty. I ordered the vegan ramen with any additional egg. The ramen was too salty and the tofu was rubbery. I couldnt finish the ramen.

Review №154

2017-11-16 02:05:45

The aesthetic of the restaurant is very cool, the gyoza I got was really tasty, and the ramen was absolutely fantastic!

Review №155

2023-11-21 18:47:08

Chicken ramen, takoyaki, yogurt soju. It was all sooooo good.

Review №156

2018-05-20 00:47:49

Had the tonkatsu ramen and it was so delicious! Flavorful broth, egg boiled perfectly, pork so tender - if only I had ramen like this back home! Matcha tea is a great compliment to the tonkatsu. Will definitely be back!

Review №157

2023-10-05 21:56:01

I had to wait almost 30 minutes til they took my order, took a normal amout of time for the food, and the tonkotsu was super light. The pork had a pork carnitas texture to it, but the flavor was weird. The fried tofu was good.

Review №158

2019-09-30 08:35:34

Super delicious, a bit slow but worth the wait. Make sure to check in ahead on yelp if youre trying to plan ahead. Cold mango sake was a hit.

Review №159

2018-02-20 04:15:15

Very good food and friendly staffI tried the creamy chicken ramen and tuna poke bowl both were really good

Review №160

2018-08-28 05:57:15

Amazing spot for authentic Japanese ramen. Cool trendy restaurant too. Vegan ramen is 🔥🔥🔥

Review №161

2018-06-13 17:31:47

Cool atmosphere, friendly staff. Vegan broth flavourful but does not mimic traditional ramen that well. Tasty none the less!

Review №162

2023-04-19 17:30:00

This place was pretty cool. Chill place with great service. Staff was awesome and the food was absolutely great. My only small complaint is seating, seating arrangement is kinda weird. But overall would definitely recommend.

Review №163

2019-01-03 17:49:43

Food is Good; But Served with a side of RACISM...IF YOU ARE BLACK!!!We put our name on the list was given a 30 min wait time. I set at the bar and my son and his girlfriend sat by the windows. My Husband came and stood by my son/girlfriend and they immediately told him he could not stand there, he was ordered to wait outside...So, a seat became available next to me at the bar, when he set down the guy immediately pulls out 2 signs and sits it on the bar and says the bar is not self seating and again orders us to wait outside in the cold...which we did against my will and then another couple comes in and sits down by the window we were originally moved from and they are allowed to sit and wait while we stood out in the cold for an additional 45 minutes...My sons girlfriend had to go in an argue with the hostess to get us seated. I would not have stayed if it wasnt for my Husbands refusal to Leave.

Review №164

2019-05-12 00:49:52

Had the spicy sesame ramen and tajima ramen. Great tasting soup base. Only complaint was the portion. Would opt in for extra noodles.

Review №165

2022-12-21 16:32:24

Excellent ramen! Only downside is they only serve bottled beer, no draft. If youve been to ramen shops in Japan youll really miss that なま (draft beer) taste and extra cold glass.

Review №166

2019-05-22 00:42:04

Such a simple and small menu but such perfect food! The entire staff greeted me when I walked in and all contributed to making sure I had a menu, drink, and got my order. The food came so quick and hit the spot. Stop here for quick service and delicious food!!

Review №167

2023-04-01 14:04:29

Ordering process is flipped. You come in the door and where the hostess should be located is someone with a TV screen menu asking what you want. Then you pay and tip and then have a seat. The creamy chicken Ramen was bland.

Review №168

2022-12-05 17:28:23

I stopped by here for lunch the other day because I couldnt find parking closer to the kebab place I was planning to go to. Ive driven by this spot for years and never stopped in. Its across from the central post office and the streets are thick with the unhoused but for lunch it was fine.The karagge appetizer was really good, sometimes places dont use dark meat and it can be dry as heck but this was the good stuff. The Ramen was also good. Would return for lunch!

Review №169

2022-11-07 23:14:00

Vegan ramen excellent and dumplings superb.

Review №170

2018-12-06 17:10:36

The ramen is Amazingly delicious and the service is great. My boyfriend and I also tried their passion fruit sake and it was super tasty😋❤️

Review №171

2022-12-12 08:00:59

Had my go to spicy ramen and it was almost as good as I remember. Not to nitpick and maybe it was just me, but the ramen broth just seemed a little warm that I remembered from the 6th ave location. Even when they kindly brought a little more broth. I wanted something piping hot as were in the cold season (at least cold for SoCal hahaha). Still all the love as respect though!

Review №172

2023-04-04 01:34:20

This is my go to East Village ramen spot. The Ramen is fantastic but it’s the unfiltered flavored sake that keeps me coming back. I haven’t found anything like this anywhere.

Review №173

2018-02-21 22:29:22

This place is amazing. Ive lived in Okinawa Japan for 4 years and came to San Diego for vacation. The food is definitely authentic, and has that Japanese healthy essence.

Review №174

2021-09-22 08:26:40

Omg the Ramen noodles here have just the right amount of pull. The tonkatsu is nice a thick it melts in your mouth!

Review №175

2019-03-04 04:56:29

Long wait time.... Good service.... Simple menu.... Dumplings were so great.... We both had the spicy ramen... A little too spicy for me but my friend loved hers...but it WAS delish....

Review №176

2023-02-17 14:45:38

Great food, service, and ambience. And the Tokyo mule was good, too.

Review №177

2019-05-09 19:38:25

Tasty Ramen, Friendly Staff and nice place. Their broth is not overly flavorful and it’s just right.

Review №178

2023-01-07 21:00:15

I will start by saying their convoy location is by far my favorite place to eat or order takeout. This palace was awful. The Tajima ramen with chicken was inedible. The broth was almost like jello and tasted terrible. I was disappointed, $20 less in my bank account and still Hungry.

Review №179

2023-04-30 22:46:37

I get the vegan ramen and it used to be the best ramen I’ve had but in the last month they changed the recipe and it’s super bland. I bought it a couple times and have had to season it myself.

Review №180

2019-04-27 03:41:12

Tajima ramen was delicious. Waiter was exceptional. Honest bowl of ramen and worth a visit

Review №181

2022-09-21 02:53:08

Great food. Idk how people like bean sprouts in ramen… they’re like veggies from hell... Location is rough at night. Sadly homeless have occupied +3 blocks all directions from this spot. So just lock up your car and if you have any leftovers it’s always a good idea to leave it on the top of sidewalk mailboxes. Hungry folks will come pick it up!

Review №182

2023-02-25 03:28:16

I ordered a spicy sesame ramen the broth was super salty and it didnt even cover the noodles, i also ordered karagee and it was super saggy keep in mind I eat it in my car as soon as I got the order

Review №183

2022-08-23 05:19:52

Takoyaki is fine. Chashu pork isnt right: too dried out and under marinated.

Review №184

2017-10-18 01:24:19

It was good but nothing like 5 starsMaybe the vegan would have been a better choice?

Review №185

2023-06-21 19:34:21

Best remen Ive ever had. Coconut sake is delicious as well.

Review №186

2022-11-20 18:19:13

The Tajima Ramen was the best Ramen Ive ever had! My dad was really jealous but loved his. We didnt get our Brussel sprout appetizer until later, after we had finished our Ramen, but they were still really good. Cant wait to go back! (Anya was... excited!)

Review №187

2019-05-07 01:46:28

The tempura mushrooms and spicy pork ramen were amazing!

Review №188

2022-10-02 04:11:05

Super weird experience. We ordered, paid and tipped before we sat down. Takoyaki app came at a normal wait time and was good(we aren’t that picky) my wife’s ramen came like 10-15 minutes after that, and then mine came about a half hour later after that. We had asked for it to go because I sat and watched my wife crush her ramen solo( I had a couple bites). It wasn’t brought to go, but we requested it to go again. It was delayed another 10 minutes I think. It really didn’t seem that full in there, ramen was fairly dank but just kinda wished we could have eaten together. Somebody get Gordon Ramsay in there to help this place out.

Review №189

2021-05-04 14:08:16

It was tasty and fun place to get out of the cold and talk with friends. Oh and the food was pretty good too heheh.

Review №190

2022-08-06 07:46:04

Since the beginning of Covid and because my favorite ramen spot closed down I started going to this location. I eat ramen at least once a month and sometimes up to 5 times a month from this location. Most times I bring people with me to spend money here as well so I have spent and do spend quite some money at this location. Tonight I was very disappointed. My ramen came out not hot and when I asked to get it warmed up they said they could only provide more broth to add into the ramen and the broth was not hot as well nor was it the proper broth. So I asked for a replacement or a refund and I was hoping they would just correct their mistake and instead they refunded me but then forgot to refund me for my added egg. I was so upset I left and I had been craving ramen so I went to Tajima on Hillcrest and got better service and hot ramen. So avoid this one if you can and go to Tajima on Hillcrest.

Review №191

2022-08-27 19:58:06

Good ramen and excellent service. Just two big problems. 1) Parking. It is downtown after all. 2) The homeless. If you eat outside, beware. If the sights dont get you, the smell will.

Review №192

2023-07-21 09:19:43

Too congested not enough space inside and outside it smells bad due to the homeless encampments across the street

Review №193

2022-09-21 02:34:00

I had completely forgotten how filling pork ramen was and kept trying to eat because of how good it was lol. Highly recommend for a day out with friends. only thing that I didnt like were the flies. But cmon its downtown and it was a hot day, cant really blame them.

Review №194

2022-07-25 03:11:10

Noodles in the ramen were overcooked and my first bowl has loose plastic in it. Did not live up to the hype that drove me to visiting in the first place. Very good prices though and the broth was good.

Review №195

2023-02-19 01:03:37

I was so happy with Tajima they could do nothing wrong until they changed the recipe for the Tajima ramen and made it mediocre and gave me food poisoning. This year January they changed the recipe and I noticed instantly. The pork wasn’t cooked as well as it used to be the broth smelled porky and gross and now once again I was disappointed but even worse I got food poisoning. I don’t know why they changed the recipe but that was the worst decision ever. One year of consistent quality ramen and in just two months they’ve destroyed that reputation. I’m disappointed I miss the old Tajima and I will be not returning. It breaks my heart truly but I’m boycotting.

Review №196

2022-05-30 04:33:18

I had the Eggplant Vegan Ramen with the firebomb (sauce?). Quite literally the best vegan ramen Ive ever had.Also, the service was CRAZY fast. I think it was 10 minutes between ordering the food and receiving 3 ramen bowls for 3 people.Another massive plus was that by sitting at the bar (unsure if this is the same experience throughout the restaurant) we were able to order and pay immediately, so we could just eat and go!

Review №197

2023-01-31 04:27:57

Not bad when you dont know what to eat. Good ramen, but not really tasty. If taking food to go, check they provide spoon and napkins. They forgot.

Review №198

2022-05-25 00:35:41

Ramen was delicious but not much broth in ramen bowls that seem smaller than average. The place was busy. parking downtown is tricky. Not convinced its worth the hassles. If you live nearby then def worth a try.

Review №199

2023-03-23 17:36:56

I have not found a better ramen than Tajima. The service is great and food is so delicious 😋. It got to the point where I came here every week, def try if you have the time