Ramen Restaurants near Oakland, CA

“Tried Mensho for the first time after seeing so many great reviews, and honestly, the reviews were not wrong! The food was amazing and definitely lived up to the hype. The place was fully packed, but the atmosphere was still chill and the service was really good. Great food, great vibe, and a really enjoyable experience. Definitely worth trying!“

“Got sat right away after putting myself on waitlist , food came out right away I got the hakata tonkatsu with medium spice . It was so flavorful and good . I didn’t taste any spice so would have been nice to get a bit more spice in it . My only regret is I ate it too fast . The other ramens looked good too . Especially the spicy ground chicken (TanTan). Workers were going at it getting orders out left and right and seemed to enthusiastic about it producing yummy meals for people 🙌🏼“

“Food are great. Very clean surrounding. Staffs are very friendly and respectful. very outstanding customer service 👏 Keep it up! 10 ⭐️“

“This is the best ramen in Oakland and possibly the Bay Area. I’m still trying new ramen spots but out of 22 that I’ve tried throughout the Bay Area this is the best I ever had! The toloyaki is really good as well.

The vibe tho! Oh so nice , good music great atmosphere! I try to go twice a month but the way my cholesterol is set up I have to pull back lol.

Give them a try they are amazing 10/10“

“The food is fabulous, the staff is fabulous. It was a wonderful experience. If I lived here I would go back.“

“I’ve ordered Tonkutsu Ramen (mild), its good but too spicy for me. I asked for hot water to reduce d saltiness n spiciness. Flavor still great!“

“This review is long overdue. I came here last month with a group of friends and were pleasantly impressed. Ramen Station reminds me of Japan, and the ramen was also incredible. Every little detail here is so modern like Japan. I highly recommend this ramen place with your friends and family.“

“I came here after going to Marufuku in walnut creek and having the absolute worst ramen of my life. I had to get that garbage taste out of my mouth.

Ramen shop accomplished that mission. The ramen egg was eggcellent. It was fully seasoned with a cured yolk. If you zoom in on the egg you can tell the texture of the white wasn't perfect but I think that is just part of making them in mass quantities for a restaurant.

The noodles were very good. Good texture and good snap. The broth was creamy and rich. I ate everything, including the soup.

I very much enjoyed that it looks like they took a torch to the chashu to give it a good charr which elevated it to another level. Really made it stand out from other chashu at other ramen shops.

Definitely recommend eating here. Some of my favorite ramen in the east bay.“

“Mensho is definitely not worth the wait in my opinion. The line is usually 45min-1hr long. Coupled with the fact that parking is hard to find and the restraunt is tiny and cramped, you are better off going to marufuku or hinodeya.

I had the spicy GKO. Compared to the other garlic ramen I have had in ramenagi this was ok. The chasu is belly slices like marufuku and not the spiral rolled belly cross section which I prefer since it falls apart more easily.

They don't give you a lot of toppings on the ramen. There is no ajitama or menma in the default. Given that the price point is higher than other sf ramens this doesn't seem like value for money.

Clearly other people disagree since there is a line out the door but also the restraunt is tiny so this could be artificial scarcity and the insta hype cycle.“

“I have only had absolutely spectacular experiences here, every single time I’ve come. This is the best ramen I’ve ever had in the Berkeley area! The meal is very hearty and the mushrooms are especially delicious. Apart from the food, the service is excellent.

The first time I came here, they took my coat off the chair and offered to hang it up for me on these hangers next to the door. I’ve never experienced that before. The second time, the food was delicious as always, and the waiter and manager were extremely kind and accommodating to all our dietary restrictions.“

“The ramen tastes very good, the soup base is rich and the noodles taste great“

“Amazing 🤩 Great service and tasty food“

“This palce is a certain of community and history on Bernal Heights. Old friends come in to greetings of hugs and kisses from the staff. New patrons are welcomed in almost equal fashion! The food and vibe is hearty and made with love. No Reservations. Come over, put you name down, but you can enjoy wine or beer from a freat ludt inside or outsides as you wait. Shhh!!! Don't tell anyone else.“

“Ever since I started traveling to SF for work a couple of years ago this has been my go to ramen spot. I've made it a personal tradition at this point to eat here whenever I'm in town.

Love the food and the staff has always been amazing! Finally stopped by on one of the skewers days and it was everything I could have wanted 🤤“

“Paloma the host was so kind and even accommodated our stroller with a toddler when she sat us at the restaurant. The server Zay was so knowledgeable of their products and promotions. He was patient with all of our questions. The manager with shoulder length hair absolutely knew the history of the restaurant's locations and even the recent opening in Texas within the past two year. The food was AMAZING!!! We are coming back again!“

“Bansho is a very special place. The extraordinary combination of delicate mindfulness in service and decor, and meticulous attention to the balance and quality of ingredients creates magic. You will leave feeling better than when you arrived. Highly recommend.“

“Twice in one week in a business trip to SF - happened upon ilppudo and came back a few days later. Friendly staff, great Raman and nice interior.“

“Kaisen Don is a true joy. Owned and led by a trained chef from Japan and served by friendly and knowledgeable staff. They have a wide selection of food, not just sushi. They have a very good selection of Sake and beer and offer three sample flights of Sake to let you learn more about the drink. You can always ask for recommendations to go with your meal. We've eaten in and taken out and have never had a bad meal from Kaisen Don. They are a regular stop for my family, and we take friends and family there from time to time as well.“

“The imitation crab tastes incredible!!

The chicken katsu was sadly overcooked.

But the simplicity of the bento boxes is quite striking.

The atmosphere though, the music was a bit too loud and only coming from one corner rather than the whole place.“

“Finally, a reasonably affordable and delicious ramen that's walking distance! Great service and SUPER ACCESSIBLE. Wide enough for those chonky electric wheelchairs, if you have one! If a scooter can fit in the restroom, then so can you!“

“First timer and definitely coming back for more!“

“Besides the great Ramen Tan tan, make sure you get the fried chicken, Karage, only in japan i had it so good, the best in SF, a real japanese restaurant!!!“

“I finally tried this place out after some years. I’ve wanted to for some time but they close early at 5:30. I usually eat ramen at night, too bad they don’t stay open for dinner.
I was pleasantly surprised that the Karamiso Ramen was tasty and satisfying. I’ll definitely go back again.“

“Kinda izakaya is a cozy, lively spot with great vibes and friendly service. The menu has plenty of tasty Japanese comfort food—perfect for sharing. Everything we ordered tasted fresh and well-seasoned. Prices are reasonable, and the overall experience feels genuinely enjoyable.“

“I was pleasantly surprised by the amazing quality of the food, the warm and friendly ambiance and the wonderful jazz guitarist. The ramen noodles are made fresh onsite and my vegan ramen was surprisingly exquisite. The owners work there and are genuinely gracious and relaxed. The music wasn’t too loud. The restaurant was full, but it was still easy to hear my table partner.“

“Such a great restaurant! The sashimi and nigiri were especially good. You can really tell the fish is fresh and high quality. The ramen was really good too, and we also loved the agedashi tofu. Service was lovely as well. Definitely a place I’d come back to!“

“I had such a great experience in this place. The girls up front are super friendly with great service and the food was absolutely amazing. Their tonkotsu ramen had such a flavorful broth with many variety of toppings. Overall I would recommend this place for anyone looking for quick and great service with fabulous food choices.“

“I've eaten at this location a handful of times and the staff are very patient here. I've seen customers unintentionally leave a huge mess on the tables and floors after eating. Another customer on a different occasion came in asking for something off menu and they politely informed them it couldn't be made. No rolling eyes, no condescending tone. Just a gentle straightforward answer.

I usually order the tonkotsu ramen and it isn't the best I've ever had, but the way they make it here is very consistent, delicious, and satisfying. 5 stars for their predictable service, reliable meals, combined with polite and patient staff.“

“I had the Hiroshi Tonkotsu Ramen and it was the best Ramen I ever had. Seriously. Enjoyed it while watching the England versus Argentina game with my son who had the same. The broth was creamy and smokey, and they don’t use any MSG. Soooo good!!“

“The sushi here is seriously good - fresh ingredients, creative rolls you won’t find anywhere else. The Fuji Roll? Absolutely delicious. Prices are reasonable, and the staff is friendly, even if the vibe inside feels a bit cramped and could use a deeper clean. It’s a small spot, so I’d recommend takeout or delivery over dining in. For the quality of food though, it’s worth it.“

“This is a HIDDEN GEM!!Delicious!!! vegetable ramen- fresh steamed veggies, piping hot broth, huge portion! Pork dumplings- steaming, fresh! Strawberry milk tea- not overly sweet, I am a harsh critic of bobas!Attentive, quiet service! Price point in reasonable.“

“Chef recommended Soft Shell Crab. Definitely will add to the roto. Perfectly light, crisp and oh so, tasty. Age Dashi Fried Tofu is perfect for first-timers. Paper thin dried fish is ambrosia. Perfect hide-away to enjoy food made from the soul. Encountered trainee. Your patience will bring happiness.“

“Excellent foods, friendly staffs! We really love to have dinner here~ Absolutely, I will visit again when I come back to Berkeley!“

“If you're craving for Japanese in San Leandro or anywhere in the East Bay, this is the spot. Open late night is a fantastic bonus! The quality of food for a place open past 10pm was a great surprise.
The huge menu has something for everyone. Sashimi, specialty sushi rolls, nigiri, ramen, tempura, bento combos, and yakatori! And plenty of beer and sake to wash it all down.“

“Inside was clean, I got the beef mini meal and replaced the macaroni salad with rice, the food cane with rice, bbq beef, and vegetables (cabbage and broccoli) the food was so good that I picked out the broccoli and ate it on its own, and I hate broccoli, so that shows how good it was“

“The food was pretty good, though from what I've seen the prices are pretty high. GBO gave us an item included, but otherwise, even though the food tastes good and has great portions, it's very expensive.

Also, for any GBOers who see this, the spicy rice cakes (Tteokbokki) is not portioned for a full meal!

Otherwise the dine out area is quite nice!

Vegetarian options: There is the miso tofu ramen and maybe one other option, so vegetarians won't be left out!“

“Very friendly quick service. And the food was delicious!“

“nice variety of food which was amazing. definitely going back“

“Hay Tea is a delightful spot for a refreshing drink! Their bubble teas are perfectly crafted with fresh ingredients and a great balance of sweetness. The menu offers a wide variety, and the staff is always friendly and efficient. A perfect treat to cool down or just enjoy!“

“Bento boxes were great, so many options to chose from. Would definitely go back.“

“The dumplings and fried rice was very tasty, and the hospitality was great at the door. We talked to two women there who were personable and so kind to us making it a highlight of our trip to SF! They’ve been open for 60+ years for a reason, check them out!!“

“Last night my husband, son and I went for dinner and, hands-down, it was fantastic! The restaurant is stylish and modern, the staff is super friendly and knowledgable and the food is delicious. You MUST try this place!“