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This small, casual Japanese spot with a warm feel showcases ramen with various broths & toppings.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–3 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5229 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Phone: (408) 899-6254
Website: https://order.toasttab.com/online/ramen-hajime-5229-stevens-creek-blvd/
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Reviews
Erin Joo
apparently this is one of the best ramen places in california, so i had to see what’s up.
karaage, fresh and crispy and juicy, & good with or without the sauce. kiwami spicy miso, with thick noodles, generous toppings, & a rich flavorful broth that exemplifies a good bowl of miso ramen. the chashu is much thinner than what i’m used to but still tasty. the egg was cooked perfectly with the yolk still runny. the menu says the kiwami ramen is *very spicy* but it wasn’t too bad for a spice lover. they have lots of special limited menu items on their wall and i’d love to come back to try one.
the waitlist can be very long so come as early as possible- i arrived before opening time & there were already several groups in front of me.
… morekaraage, fresh and crispy and juicy, & good with or without the sauce. kiwami spicy miso, with thick noodles, generous toppings, & a rich flavorful broth that exemplifies a good bowl of miso ramen. the chashu is much thinner than what i’m used to but still tasty. the egg was cooked perfectly with the yolk still runny. the menu says the kiwami ramen is *very spicy* but it wasn’t too bad for a spice lover. they have lots of special limited menu items on their wall and i’d love to come back to try one.
the waitlist can be very long so come as early as possible- i arrived before opening time & there were already several groups in front of me.
Sue Donymous
There is a waitlist system to be seated, you enter the building and use a tablet at the front to add yourself to the list. You can then access a website which shows your status in line, and you will get a text when you are close to the front. Then a staffer will call your name to seat you. I arrived as a solo diner shortly after 5 PM on a Wednesday, and there were 8 people ahead of me. Most of these people were also parties of one, so the line moved fast. It only took about 10 minutes. I would recommend checking the menu online while you wait.
The ramen is good, as expected. I got the Kiwami Tonkotsu, and was able to request it without an egg. The broth has good flavor and the noodles have good texture, but the standout was the pork belly topping, which pairs unexpectedly well with the provided lime. I wouldn’t consider it mind-blowing, but part of that is California being spoiled for choice of good ramen restaurants.
The restaurant itself has a charming atmosphere. There are handmade drawings on the line markers outside, and figurines and stuffed animals as decoration inside. The people seated next to me seem to have been regulars or friends of the chef; they were happy to see each other and had a lively conversation in Japanese.
The restaurant does have a bathroom inside, which is single occupant gender neutral.
Overall, I would hesitate to recommend this place to people with a large group, or dining at peak hours when there is a long wait, but if you’re in the area hoping to drop in for a quick bite on a flexible schedule you should give it a go.
… moreThe ramen is good, as expected. I got the Kiwami Tonkotsu, and was able to request it without an egg. The broth has good flavor and the noodles have good texture, but the standout was the pork belly topping, which pairs unexpectedly well with the provided lime. I wouldn’t consider it mind-blowing, but part of that is California being spoiled for choice of good ramen restaurants.
The restaurant itself has a charming atmosphere. There are handmade drawings on the line markers outside, and figurines and stuffed animals as decoration inside. The people seated next to me seem to have been regulars or friends of the chef; they were happy to see each other and had a lively conversation in Japanese.
The restaurant does have a bathroom inside, which is single occupant gender neutral.
Overall, I would hesitate to recommend this place to people with a large group, or dining at peak hours when there is a long wait, but if you’re in the area hoping to drop in for a quick bite on a flexible schedule you should give it a go.
Alan Wu
I arrived at 11:05 and waited for about 15 minutes. The waitress was polite and spoke softly. My ramen was prepared in approximately 10 minutes and was cooked to perfection. The restaurant has a simple interior, but the atmosphere is enjoyable. The ramen is authentic and delicious.
… moreChelle T
I am finally a fan of ramen soup. Great texture and good tasting broth. Service is nice and efficient. Also ordered chicken karaage, crispy and tasty. The spicy edamame was fun as well. You need to arrive as they first open or it could be a wait to be seated.
… moreDan Kim
Pretty good ramen overall, I don’t think it’s better then a lot of places I’ve been to.
Got the triple meat and while it was nice a unique compared to other restaurants, it’s just fine.
Pricing is quite fair though, probably a few bucks cheaper at least then most other ramen restaurants around town. Would recommend to try.
… moreGot the triple meat and while it was nice a unique compared to other restaurants, it’s just fine.
Pricing is quite fair though, probably a few bucks cheaper at least then most other ramen restaurants around town. Would recommend to try.
David Lu
This is an authic Japanese ramen shop. Owner takes his time with every bowl of noodle so it tastes the same every time. Our typical orders include kiwami tonkstsu and vegan. Tonkatsu soup is complex in flavor with rich pork bone and some kind of seafood stock. Temperature was perfect, when mixed with lime and garlic oil. The flavor is rich with strong umami, beautifully presented. Noodle is cooked perfectly with a good chew. Vegan is curry flavored but not over powering, lots of vegetables and is perfectly balanced. We sometimes order the chicken karage which is juicy and crispy, ketch up mayo is also a good touch. Togo order is also great as it is presented beautifully in the two layered container. Ask for uncooked noodles when ordering togo. Reasonably pricedat $15 a bowl. Highly recommended!
… moreaq xin
Ramen Hajime is a great choice for consistent quality ramen with plenty of options (including vegetarian). Expect very high wait times during peak hours, so come early to put down your name (Yelp waitlist). I love their Kiwami Tonkotsu as it comes with a smoky black sauce + limes, both which offer a unique twist to the already-deep-flavored broth. Sometimes they have limited-time selections on their menu (many past items featured on their wall decor). Service is quick and friendly, and prices are standard.
… moreNacho Garcia
Ordered threw Uber eats and went with the spicy tonkotsu. Arrived on time but the portion of the meat was very light. Not worth the $19
… moreVignesh Muralidharan
Ramen Hajime has a lot of potential, but my experience wasn’t exactly what I hoped for.
Vegetarian Ramen: The Vegetarian Ramen didn’t hit the mark for me. The fake meat didn’t taste good, and it felt out of place in the dish. I also wasn’t a fan of the garlic flavor—it was just too strong and overwhelmed the other flavors. While the ramen itself was flavorful, the overall combination was a bit too much for my taste, making it hard to enjoy.
Service: The service was good overall. The staff were friendly and efficient, and I didn’t have any issues in that regard. However, I didn’t appreciate that they wouldn’t let me replace certain toppings, as I was hoping for a little more flexibility with customizing my order.
Ambience: The ambience was good, with a nice, comfortable vibe. It’s a cozy space, perfect for a casual meal. That said, the wait time can be pretty long, which could be a downside if you’re on a tight schedule or if you’re not prepared to wait for a table.
Overall, Ramen Hajime has a great atmosphere and decent service, but the food didn’t quite live up to expectations, and the long wait time can be a hassle. It’s worth checking out if you’re in the area, but it wasn’t exactly my favorite ramen experience.
… moreVegetarian Ramen: The Vegetarian Ramen didn’t hit the mark for me. The fake meat didn’t taste good, and it felt out of place in the dish. I also wasn’t a fan of the garlic flavor—it was just too strong and overwhelmed the other flavors. While the ramen itself was flavorful, the overall combination was a bit too much for my taste, making it hard to enjoy.
Service: The service was good overall. The staff were friendly and efficient, and I didn’t have any issues in that regard. However, I didn’t appreciate that they wouldn’t let me replace certain toppings, as I was hoping for a little more flexibility with customizing my order.
Ambience: The ambience was good, with a nice, comfortable vibe. It’s a cozy space, perfect for a casual meal. That said, the wait time can be pretty long, which could be a downside if you’re on a tight schedule or if you’re not prepared to wait for a table.
Overall, Ramen Hajime has a great atmosphere and decent service, but the food didn’t quite live up to expectations, and the long wait time can be a hassle. It’s worth checking out if you’re in the area, but it wasn’t exactly my favorite ramen experience.
Christopher Choquette
My favourite ramen in the bay area. This place has me excited to come back for seconds, thirds, fourths, etc. would give this place more stars if I could.
As a first time, I got the meat meat meat and I recommend you do too so you can try all the meats. Definitely a bit expensive but well worth it, you do get lots.
They do their meat on the thin side and I really enjoyed it. It was so tender and flavourful. What’s more is all the meats had distinct flavours and I enjoyed them all! Normally the egg is my favorite topping but the meats here knocked it out of the park (don’t get me wrong, egg was excellent still). Lots of toppings, super yummy.
Also oh la la the shio broth. So rich and creamy like a tonkotsu (my broth of choice) without being heavy.
I also was hesitant about the lime but it really is just the lightest hint. I enjoyed it.
Lastly, I loved their thin style noodles. Just the right level of firm.
Only complaints: wish it came with a full egg; tad (just a tad) pricey, but well worth it
… moreAs a first time, I got the meat meat meat and I recommend you do too so you can try all the meats. Definitely a bit expensive but well worth it, you do get lots.
They do their meat on the thin side and I really enjoyed it. It was so tender and flavourful. What’s more is all the meats had distinct flavours and I enjoyed them all! Normally the egg is my favorite topping but the meats here knocked it out of the park (don’t get me wrong, egg was excellent still). Lots of toppings, super yummy.
Also oh la la the shio broth. So rich and creamy like a tonkotsu (my broth of choice) without being heavy.
I also was hesitant about the lime but it really is just the lightest hint. I enjoyed it.
Lastly, I loved their thin style noodles. Just the right level of firm.
Only complaints: wish it came with a full egg; tad (just a tad) pricey, but well worth it