Uchiwa Ramen is a cozy Asian fusion eatery blending traditional Japanese ramen with modern touches. They emphasize fresh noodles and house-made broths, offering a range of dishes from classic tonkotsu and miso ramen to vegetarian and vegan options — ideal for ramen lovers and customers with dietary preferences alike. The ambiance is casual yet warm, making it a welcoming spot for lunch or dinner.
Alzila
I came by to shop in the area on a Sunday night where I was hungry and in need of food. I looked around and noticed this spot on the second floor and I decided to give it a shot. Upon arrival, it was close to dinner time and the place was almost fully packed, but luckily I was seated almost immediately. They offer small bites, rice plates, specialty items, ramen, non-alcoholic beverages, alcohol drinks and much more to choose from. At the moment I had a big appetite and everything sounded like I needed to order it. Everything here is made to order which is always a plus for me since it is quality over quantity and I never mind the wait since I am a very patient person. When the food arrived, everything was up to standard, from freshness to taste to the ingredients they use. The staffs here are very welcoming, well trained and understanding where my visit was a satisfying and issue free one. I highly recommend this place to all ramen enthusiasts, if you need a quick bite, to anyone willing to try something new, if you can not decide what to eat or if you just so happen to be in the area to check them out. I definitely will be back to tryout the other delicious options they have to offer.
… moreJesus Lainez
To start off the appetizers were amazing. I went when I was really hungry so I couldn’t wait to eat so I got served panko shrimp right away. Enough to at my appetite but not too much to fill me up. I always loved watching my favorite anime character eat Ramen in Naruto and this brought me back to my childhood. The freshly made ramen was super good! Gonna come back here again next time I’m around. It does get packed pretty fast so if your comfortable sitting at a bar they even have hangers to put all your shopping bags off the floor.
… moreArlene Acuna
As a Bay Area Japanese American I grew up with packaged ramen. Then in Japan i had the real Sapporo ramen in Sapporo. Then the ramen restaurants began setting up in the Bay Area , one, a branch of one in Fukuoka , a real treat! So I went to Uchiwa expecting the usual high quality for the SF Bay Area. It was a disappointment . The tonkotsu broth was too heavy and not flavorful though the pork was fine. The price is excessive!
Nice staff and presentation and good service , but, all in all , I think this restaurant is okay for tourists who want to eat Asian style noodle soup but don’t know ramen beyond the packaged kind.
My friend had the fried ramen which was much too salty and gave her a headache.
She is a seasoned worldwide traveler and open to all kinds of foods and tastes but her noodle dish was a disappointment.
I’m sorry for this negative review but i hope it is helpful.
… moreWhitney
This was my very first time having real Japanese ramen, and I was honestly so scared! I even told the server, Darrel, that I’d never had anything except Top Ramen, and he was SO nice about it. He took the time to explain everything, from the different broths to the toppings, and helped me pick the perfect bowl.
The ramen was incredible!! so rich, flavorful, and comforting. But beyond the food, what really made this experience amazing was the welcoming atmosphere and Darrel’s kindness. I had such a fun and great experience, and I will definitely be back!
… moreDan Lam
We went there for dinner for the first time. The reviews on Google was not that great but decided to try and give my own opinion. We ordered a Miso Ramen, a Ginger Chicken Rice Bowl, Takoyaki, Edamame. The service was good. I like my Miso Ramen, the chicken rice was good and the appetizers were good also. The restaurant atmosphere was very good; however the atmosphere outside is very noise with too many teenagers running wild unattended by adult and security really didn’t do anything.
… moreAkiko Green
Had to Hes the worst ramen I’ve ever had in my life. It had barely any flavor, thr miso tasted bland, BEAN SPROUTS??? I’ve never had bean sprouts in ramen . Both my bowl and my friend’s bowl were flavorless and the chili spices they offered weren’t helpful at all.
The chashu was tough, the broth not creamy or flavorful at all. The noodles were soft as hell.. overall cup noodles tasted better than their ramen
AND ITS OVERPRICED !!!
… moreEmmanuel Keys
Food was cool, but the service was terrible. When I first walked in, I heard the R&B and Hip Hop playing and felt at home, but that feeling disappeared as soon as I sat down. I wasn’t greeted, acknowledged, nothing. The server had an attitude from the jump and wasn’t friendly at all.
This was my first time eating ramen, so I had questions about modifying my order. Instead of helping, she got irritated and told me she wouldn’t make any changes because she didn’t want me to say the food was nasty. The only reason I stayed was because I was hungry and didn’t have time to look for something else.
When I asked about an item on the menu, she literally said “it’s right there” instead of just answering my question. I don’t even write reviews, but this experience might’ve unlocked a new hobby.
It’s crazy to walk into a place that celebrates my culture through music and art, but can’t respect the actual people whose culture they’re inspired by. I’m sure other Black folks feel this too. They love our culture, but can’t stand us. Wild.
… moreWilson Quic
I had an amazing experience here! The ramen is absolutely delicious, the pork broth is incredibly rich and flavorful, and the soft-boiled eggs are cooked to perfection with that perfect creamy center. Their spicy chili oil takes it to another level, adding just the right amount of heat and depth without overpowering the broth. Every bite was comforting and satisfying. Definitely coming back!
… moreAnna Patty
Really great service, and it’s always easy to get a table for dinner. I love the shoyu ramen — the broth is flavorful without being too heavy. Having grown up in Hawaii and spent summers in Japan with my family, I really appreciate having more ramen options like this. So many places in the Bay Area serve ramen that’s rich and heavy (tonkotsu), so this is such a refreshing alternative. The service is always friendly, the menu has lots of fun choices, and I’ll definitely be back!
… moreP L
They could make food specially for food allergy concerns. Service quite slow during peak occupancy.
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