As a ramen expert, I can tell you this place is very authentic. Only exception is the red ginger, which is American. This place is what I expect for Ramen, the majority elsewhere, you're paying for industrial noodles. I was skeptical at first because this area has a lot of fakes, but it's legit.
The best part of this restaurant is the noodles. They're definitely made fresh, hand crafted, and inhouse. You're getting your money's worth. Unlike the lower end places that charge premium.
The Ginjo soup is super thick and rich. It's essentially straight up a bowl of tsukemen, not necessarily the traditional tori paitan, but ultimately it's good.
I highly recommend this ramen, in that area, it's definitely the best within 10 miles radius, nothing is better.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Turner
Excellent ramen!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Luis Ramirez
I really don't understand why people give this great place 3 stars it's absolutely a great place to dine the ingredients they use are so fresh the taste of the food itself it marvelous creamy on the right point highly recommend it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bless D.
Cute deco. Ambiance feels homey with the semi bright lighting. Service is good. Food is also good. The Ginjo is rich and flavorfu, not saltyl. If you don't like rich soup,, they have lighter soup options. The noodles is also good. We also really like the karaage. Is was cooked perfectly. Good for groups, dates, family/friends especially if you have a ramen craving. Would definitely come back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ling Lee
I like this place. The noodle is great, the cream soup is even greater. I ask for hot water the creamy soup become more tasty.😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Toripaitan Ramen
Jonah Hao
very good service, waiter is very nice and accommodated for nut allergy! food is also very good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bryant Railfan's Productions
Ramen is good. Broth is tasty. Would recommend.
Food: 5
TJ Hyland
This was a quiet environment for a single person dinner and plenty of 2 seater tables made it feel way more welcoming. The staff was kind and quick to make corrections for any mistakes. Food was top notch. Got the 5 Garlic GKO deluxe - added a little OG chili sauce and it wasn’t too spicy at all. Great flavor and highly recommended for garlic lovers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deluxe Black Garlic Ramen
Robert Fang
The ramen here is pretty good. Rich and creamy broth and noodles are good texture. We had the blaze deluxe ramen and gko deluxe ramen. Both were good and flavorful. I enjoy finishing the broth here compared to other places. Consistency good ramen everytime we have come here since they opened years ago. Service is ok and pretty quick. It can get busy at times. Atmosphere is quiet because the last two times we've been there there is no music playing. We were in and out in 30 minutes. One of the places I return to often.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: DX - Black Garlic Detox Ramen, Blaze Deluxe
Justin Tungul
Always had a great time eating ramen here! Very delicious and tasty! The atmosphere feels authentic too which feels reassuring and adds to the joy of eating their ramen.
Horrible manager. Has only one person running around the place doing everything (serving, bussing, etc.). Whoever owns this place does not know how to run a business. Food is extremely heavy and overpriced. Please do not support this business and waste your hard earned money.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Rodolfo Peralta
"As soon as you step into Menya Shono, you’re hit with that authentic Japanese vibe—the cozy, intimate atmosphere that feels like a hidden gem. The garlic ramen was packed with flavor, and though I’m not sure if the squid ink was real, it added a deep, rich body to the broth. The generous slices of thicker meat were a pleasant surprise, and you could even choose between thick or thin noodles. Overall, it was a standout experience that left me wanting more.
The food here was amazing, the service here was amazing, and it has a nice/chill atmosphere. Henry was our server and he was amazing, very polite, attentive, and served with a smile! This restaurant is great!
As a ramen expert, I can tell you this place is very authentic. Only exception is the red ginger, which is American. This place is what I expect for Ramen, the majority elsewhere, you're paying for industrial noodles. I was skeptical at first because this area has a lot of fakes, but it's legit.
The best part of this restaurant is the noodles. They're definitely made fresh, hand crafted, and inhouse. You're getting your money's worth. Unlike the lower end places that charge premium.
The Ginjo soup is super thick and rich. It's essentially straight up a bowl of tsukemen, not necessarily the traditional tori paitan, but ultimately it's good.
I highly recommend this ramen, in that area, it's definitely the best within 10 miles radius, nothing is better.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent ramen!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really don't understand why people give this great place 3 stars it's absolutely a great place to dine the ingredients they use are so fresh the taste of the food itself it marvelous creamy on the right point highly recommend it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cute deco. Ambiance feels homey with the semi bright lighting. Service is good. Food is also good. The Ginjo is rich and flavorfu, not saltyl. If you don't like rich soup,, they have lighter soup options. The noodles is also good. We also really like the karaage. Is was cooked perfectly. Good for groups, dates, family/friends especially if you have a ramen craving. Would definitely come back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I like this place. The noodle is great, the cream soup is even greater. I ask for hot water the creamy soup become more tasty.😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Toripaitan Ramen
very good service, waiter is very nice and accommodated for nut allergy! food is also very good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ramen is good. Broth is tasty. Would recommend.
Food: 5
This was a quiet environment for a single person dinner and plenty of 2 seater tables made it feel way more welcoming. The staff was kind and quick to make corrections for any mistakes. Food was top notch. Got the 5 Garlic GKO deluxe - added a little OG chili sauce and it wasn’t too spicy at all. Great flavor and highly recommended for garlic lovers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deluxe Black Garlic Ramen
The ramen here is pretty good. Rich and creamy broth and noodles are good texture. We had the blaze deluxe ramen and gko deluxe ramen. Both were good and flavorful. I enjoy finishing the broth here compared to other places. Consistency good ramen everytime we have come here since they opened years ago. Service is ok and pretty quick. It can get busy at times. Atmosphere is quiet because the last two times we've been there there is no music playing. We were in and out in 30 minutes. One of the places I return to often.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: DX - Black Garlic Detox Ramen, Blaze Deluxe
Always had a great time eating ramen here! Very delicious and tasty! The atmosphere feels authentic too which feels reassuring and adds to the joy of eating their ramen.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Soup for ramen is too thick. Ramen is overcooked. Service is good
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Wonderful gem in Union city. Fresh noodles, high quality pork/chicken, ice cold Japanese beer on tap. Nice space, super nice staff and delicious food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Toripaitan Ramen, Chicken Karaage Chicken
Horrible manager. Has only one person running around the place doing everything (serving, bussing, etc.). Whoever owns this place does not know how to run a business. Food is extremely heavy and overpriced. Please do not support this business and waste your hard earned money.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
"As soon as you step into Menya Shono, you’re hit with that authentic Japanese vibe—the cozy, intimate atmosphere that feels like a hidden gem. The garlic ramen was packed with flavor, and though I’m not sure if the squid ink was real, it added a deep, rich body to the broth. The generous slices of thicker meat were a pleasant surprise, and you could even choose between thick or thin noodles. Overall, it was a standout experience that left me wanting more.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: DX - Black Garlic Detox Ramen, Chicken Karaage Chicken, Shoyu Ramen, Ginjo Toripaitan Signature Ramen
The food here was amazing, the service here was amazing, and it has a nice/chill atmosphere. Henry was our server and he was amazing, very polite, attentive, and served with a smile! This restaurant is great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: DX - Black Garlic Detox Ramen
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