Get the mazesoba over the ramen. I tried both and was initially disappointed at the ramen broth. The mazesoba is what I would get if I want something heavy and full of garlicky goodness that lingers on through the rest of the day. Also, go for the max umami too and sprinkle on some of the fish powder. This is Jiro Style ramen, not just another kind of ramen broth, but one where portions are supposed to leave you bloated. Truly an experience and I will be coming back. read more

Checked this place out right before they opened and there was already a line of about 6 groups ahead of us. The place is small, with a bar and a handful of tables. You order via QR code and pay electronically..food came out within 10 minutes. They offer mainly mazesoba and ramen, which my boyfriend and I tried without any add-ins or changes to the items. Both items were lacking in flavor, the noodles were not cooked enough, and the garlic was overwhelming. Chashu was cooked perfectly, but very salty! Huge portions that can justify the prices if you like the flavor. Service is good, but we wouldn't return. read more

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I noticed a new ramen place called Garlic High. As I drove closer, I realized that they used to be Seto Fish & Chips (which i am sad to see them gone). The small parking lot can get crowded during peak lunch hours. Remodeled interior with counter or table seating. A couple of large groups of 6+ can be accommodated. One unisex restroom. The service is super welcoming, helpful, and attentive. She had such a bubbly personality. The menu is simple. Either choice of Ramen or Mazesoba. I went with their Signature Ramen (4/5). Jiro-style ramen with ultra rich tonkotsu broth, thick chewy noodles, customizable toppings like minced garlic, back fat, beansprouts, and cabbage. I really liked the thick noodles which were perfectly cooked. The pork chashu were thick and meaty yet tender. If they pan-seared them or flamed brulee'd the meat like Misoya used to do. That would elevate this dish! Breath mints are definitely needed afterwards! This is my first experience into this..."food cult" requiring endurance to finish, with a devoted following known as "Jirorians " I have been initiated into the "Jirorians" and I love it! I'm excited to try their Mazesoba next time I visit. Support your local business. read more

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I like the thick homemade noodles and the garlic. Note that by vegetables they mean bean sprouts. read more

Garlic High - mazesoba - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Wait can get long, we waited around 20 minutes on the weekend. Would recommend to hop on the Yelp waitlist. Service after ordering was a little slow as well. I got the small ramen with regular everything. I also added quail eggs, and it came with 6 of them. The chashu slices are very thick, though a little tough. I like the thick ramen noodles that had a hand-cut feel. I felt like the ratios of the ramen were off - not enough broth, not enough noodles, too much bean sprouts. I tried my friend's mazemen (dry ramen) and I preferred it a little more for the fried onions and creaminess from the egg yolk. read more

Garlic High - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Pretty long wait on a Saturday lunch. Joined Yelp waitlist around 12pm and waited around 30-40 minutes to get seated. Food took a while to come out too. We shared the ramen and mazesoba. I personally liked the mazesoba better. The noodles here are really thick and chewy. I feel like they were more quantity over quality though. It was pretty heavy overall and I thought they just piled on way too many bean sprouts to where most of the bites were just bean sprouts. I also feel like there wasn't enough broth + noodles. I also added quail eggs for +$3 and I got 4 quail eggs, while my friend got 6 quail eggs. In hindsight, the small size would've sufficed. The meat pieces are HUGE. Service was good. Seating is indoor only in a cozy atmosphere. read more

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I love garlic so this place caught my attention. I got max garlic option with the ramen. Even for me it was a bit too much. Will go with heavy next time. Thick noodles were good. Reminds me of Korean kalguksu except thicker. Wished there was a little more soup. Was pretty busy on a Wednesday night and they only had one server so was a bit slow but understandable cause she was alone. Overall would be back again. read more

Garlic High - My selection - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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If you like garlic and hand made thick noodles, this place is for you. This place is popular, we came at 11:30 sharp on Sunday and there were already 5 parties ahead of us. When we finished and walked out at 12:15, the line was down to the end of the building. Garlic High is easy to spot as it has its own building with a big sign indicates it's a Japanese cuisine. It serves basically 2 kinds of noodle, ramen with broth and mazesoba, which is a dry mix but a small amount of sauce at the bottom. Even the ramen doesn't have a big bowl of broth like other ramen places. If you want extra broth, the menu charges $6 for it as a side. They only serve the small size when we visited, which is more than enough to fill us up. The small size contains one thick slice of cha siu for 150g, the medium is 200g and large 300g per the menu. I got the mazesoba which came with a beautiful orange yolk egg on top, loads of bean sprouts and fried onions. These ingredients were so loaded that I thought they forgot to add noodles. I had to dig in really hard to find the noodles at the bottom of the bowl. The noodles definitely tasted as freshly handmade, they were chewy and thick, not the kind I like, and I felt that it was a bit too big a texture for this style of dish. It's maybe double the thickness of the noodles used in the Chinese dish Shanghai Stir Fry. Once mixed in, the egg disappeared and I couldn't taste it. Unlike in hot pot you put a raw egg in the dipping sauce, every piece of hot food dipped in will pick up some bits of the egg and adding silky coating to the food, mixing an egg in this huge amount of bean sprouts just made it disappeared. I do like the fried onions that add aroma and texture. To me, the whole bowl was light in flavor even I chose everything regular, so I had to pour in their ramen sauce and fish powder to add flavors, which I find it interesting to have these condiments. When I placed my order online, I was asked about the level of umami fat and I chose regular (anything on top of that is extra cost), but I couldn't tell what that was from my bowl. The ramen came with the broth maybe half way over the bowl only, again, a big satisfying piece of cha siu and loads of bean sprouts. My friend got tired of chewing the noodles and complained that it's not the kind of noodles she enjoyed. Ramen and Mazesoba both came with freshly chopped garlic on the side that you can mix it in. read more

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Garlic High has some interesting ideas, but overall it was a bit disappointing. The ramen noodles were cooked fine, but the broth felt heavy and overly salty, and the garlic flavor was way too strong in every bowl--more overpowering than flavorful. Toppings were basic, and while the portions were decent, nothing really stood out. Service was okay, but the combination of intense garlic and lackluster balance in the dishes made it hard to enjoy. I'd give it 2 stars--probably won't be rushing back. read more

Garlic High - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Many of my Japanese friends were hyped about this new Jiro-style spot, so I finally checked it out. (Jiro-style is known for its massive portions and very bold, fatty, and garlicky flavors.) The ramen was so good! The portion size is huge and the flavor is heavy and rich, but it's somehow hard to stop eating. It's definitely addictive. The restaurant is clean, and the staff were also helpful and friendly. Highly recommended if you want a very filling and flavorful meal! read more

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This is the newest place in Sunnyvale, when it comes to good ramen! It looks like it hasn't been around a long time so I decided to give it a go. The menu is very simple. Very few items but when you taste the food.... It's all they need! I opted for the ramen noodles with broth and a raw egg side to add. The pork was nice and flavoured with perfect seasoning. The broth was so flavourful and the noodles were plentiful and thick! The added raw egg gave it a nice creamy texture and added egg flavour. I ordered a medium, which was a lot bigger than I thought.. you get a nice hefty portion of food, so trust, you won't leave hungry and get your moneys worth. The side of pork/cabbage with rice was also very tasty. The pork is nice and seasoned well. I must admit, I ordered too much food. I should've ordered a small ramen with the side dish. The ambiance was amazing, vibes of a small ramen shop in Japan. It was very lively and just super friendly. The staff was amazing, checking in on customers and serving you water constantly. Amazing service. The price is reasonable, but as mentioned before, you'll get your moneys worth and oh so good There is a good sized parking lot where you can park while you eat. This place has soft drinks, tea and water, no alcohol is served. I definitely recommend you try this place as this place is as close to a ramen spot in Japan as you can get! read more

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I love garlic so had to come try this place. The broth is pretty good (if you like garlic), I ordered extra garlic. Noodles are thick with a nice chew, but some may not appreciate thick noodles. I loved the crispy onions, but it is an extra cost. I wish they'd have a regular ramen egg instead of quail eggs, I ordered extra in the picture. The pork was good, but it was still cold 6.8/10. Totally skip he chasu bowl, boring4.5/10. And this place is pretty $$$. read more

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Very traditional and authentic ramen in every sense. My boyfriend who has lived in Japan (and ate here with me) and many of my JET program buddies thought so too from my IG story that I posted. None of that extra bells and whistles stuff, they stick to what they know and are good at. Minimal menu, much like restaurants over in Japan. We came right when they opened and there were still a couple spots left in the parking lot. This used to be the Seto Japanese restaurant/fish and chips spot and still has the old signage for it. Once you get closer to the door, you can see it says Garlic High. There's a waitlist for you to physically sign in on if you don't make it into the first group of immediately seated parties. There's a couple tables and some counter seating, but it can get packed pretty quickly (like our visit there on a Friday afternoon). Ordering happens through a QR code and you send the order to the kitchen. We got the: 1) Signature Ramen: -This is their Jiro style ramen. Super rich and comes with a hearty, pork based broth. Noodles are thick and have a nice chew to them and it also comes with a ginormous amount of bean sprouts, cabbage, pork belly, garlic and umami fat. -Boyfriend barely finished this and we had to take some of the leftovers to go. 2) Mazesoba: -This is their brothless ramen. -This is also Jiro style and also has thick, deliciously chewy noodles, along with a ginormous amount of bean sprouts, a rich savory sauce, cabbage, pork belly, garlic, fried onions, egg yolk, and umami fat. -I've had mazesoba before and this is the richest, thickest, most filling one that I've ever had. I usually get to the point where I can mix in the vinegar and mix in rice at other mazesoba places, but this one was just so heavy and filling (in a good way) that I never made it to that point. We packed some vinegar to go to add some taste when we had the leftovers though. -Great mix of tastes and textures even without that extra step. I got some quail eggs with this and they give you 5. I love quail eggs so this was a nice addition. Both of us got the garlic max which was this HUGE dollop of garlic on top of our ramen and it was super garlicky. Boyfriend said it was too much for him, but if you're a real garlic lover, it's a must. VERY BAD, but I despise bean sprouts unless they stop tasting like bean sprouts (looking at the sesame beansprout banchan). When I say a ginormous amount of bean sprouts, I'm talking like a mountain, like whoever was preparing this has massive hands and just used both of them to scoop in bean sprouts. I usually can scoop out the beansprouts and give it to a fellow beansprout enjoyer (my bf in this case), but it took me at least 10 minutes to do this, giving you an idea of how it was. This didn't ruin the taste or experience for me, since I'd just have given it to someone else anyways but this is one of the features of their ramen that makes it super authentically Japanese. Some free toppings that you can get here are fish powder, Kewpie mayo, and chives kimchi (deliciously adds a bit of a sour kick if you need to refresh your tastes buds). Unfortunately, they were out of death sauce when we were there. Aside from the 2 things that we ordered, the only other "entree style" dish they have is their chashu bowl. Again, simple so they can focus on what they're good at. Worth a try and definitely more unique than many other ramen places out there. read more

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Nice addition to the area! Garlic High offers Jiro-style ramen and mazesoba. You can choose your garlic level, umami fat level, and add extra toppings ($2-4 each) to each bowl. I loved the thick chewy noodles (much thicker than other ramen places' thick noodles). Chashu was good on the outside with the fat, but dry in the center. The broth was rich and porky. They suggest getting regular garlic and umami for your first time, but I'm glad I got light garlic, as it was already more raw garlic than expected. The small has 150 grams of noodles and 1 slice of chashu. I was satisfied but for a bigger person than me, I don't think it'd be enough. Make sure to grab a mint/floss pick by the door when you leave. You'll need it! read more

Garlic High - Small ramen (light garlic, regular umami) - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Checked out Garlic High and I'd give it a solid 4 stars. The ramen here is definitely good, but it's the kind of place you have to be in the right mood for. This isn't a light ramen. It's meaty, thick, super garlicky, and very filling. The broth is rich and almost fatty in that comforting, indulgent way, and the noodles are thick and chewy which makes the bowl feel really hearty. If you're someone who loves bold garlic flavor and super savory ramen, this place will probably be right up your alley. It's the kind of bowl that really hits when you're craving something heavy and satisfying. The menu is also very simple with basically two main options. I tried the mazesoba, which was okay, but honestly next time I'd just go straight for the ramen. The broth is where this place shines and it feels like that's really the star of the menu. Overall, definitely tasty and worth checking out if you're a garlic lover and want a rich, filling ramen experience. Just come hungry. read more

Garlic High - Mazesoba and ramen dishes. Both medium sizes - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Small mom and pop type ramen shop. Yelp check in on their iPad to add yourself to the waitlist. They have a small shared parking lot stalls are kinda tight so if you have a big truck or suv be prepared. Again wait times can vary we went late around 30-45 min before closing and had a wait of 15-20mins. Very basic and limited menu either Ramen and Dry style (soupless). Small or medium, medium is more like a large and their noodle portions are more than generous and could be shared between 2 if you are not a big eater. Broth was ok for Jiro style I'll get the less Umami (fat/oil) next time. Broth on the slightly light flavor side with mixed fresh garlic was something different for sure. Char siu had 2 nice thick portion some may not like this style due to the fat. If this were charred on a grill it would give a nice Smokey flavor and texture. Would try again making my own style. Oh what I love is you can kind of adjust things to your liking like less or more garlic oils noodle texture etc like how ramen shops in Japan are. Most places just serve you as is read more

Garlic High - Medium garlic ramen 04/2026 - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

We went to garlic high on Sunday afternoon. Get there around 5:25 and they opened at 5:30. There were a couple of car already in the parking lot. Luckily we still get the first seating. We ordered small ramen and medium maze soba. The broth and topping was good. There was a small issue with our maze soba noodle, It's so much harder than the ramen noodle. I think it's a little undercooked. The server try to fixed the issue bu providing it with another noodle with the broth. We also like the chasu meat it's melt in your mouth. Since we cone with 2 kids, they provided kids bowl and utensil with some little toy to pick for them. Over all the food was good and tasty and we will probably be back. read more

Garlic High - Maze soba - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Wait wasn't too bad on a Saturday evening. The dining room isn't huge, but there's a "bar" area with lots of seating. The brothless ramen was decent-- a small was enough to fill me up. I think the noodles were okay and the sauce was a bit on the saltier side, but overall I liked all the toppings included and they have a good selection of spices/sauces on the side of the table that you can add to the ramen. read more

Garlic High - Brothless ramen - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Forget the two tablespoons of fresh garlic that they add to the ramen. I'm more impressed with the size of the chashu pork. They have the biggest piece of chashu and it was good. The broth was rich but at the same time not the milky creamy type. Definitely garlicky with a hint of sweetness. It also has a note of red miso flavor. The noodles were good too, thick and chewy; handmade quality. They allow you to adjust how much garlic to have in the ramen. Also had the Chashu Pork Bowl was also good. It reminded me of Filipino Adobo with its soy and porky flavor. Pairs really well with the steamed rice. Food came out quickly. Small menu but good with good portions. read more

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If you're not afraid of garlic breath, then this ramen is for you!! Garlic High is a new spot in Sunnyvale and they only serve TWO things: ramen or mazesoba. You choose the size, pick your umami level and garlic level, and add toppings/ sides if you want (although these medications are at an extra cost). We tried both the ramen and mazesoba with normal umami and garlic, and the noodles are soooo good! They're thicker and chewier than you would usually see. Both the broth for the ramen and sauce for the mazesoba are rich and super flavorful. I did think the ramen broth was slightly salty though and I'm wondering if modifying to less umami would help. The chashu slice that comes with it is thick, altho not the most tender l've had. Both options are solid but I would probably lean toward the mazesoba next time! For the mazesoba, they have fish powder and vinegar on the side so you can tweak the flavor. We ordered smalls and were definitely full! The shop is a pretty small space, so I'd recommend going early. There were a few people waiting before they opened (including us) and we were seated at the counter as a party of 2 where we ordered via a QR code! Their parking lot is a bit tricky to get out of due to the way it's structured. Also, I don't think there's a sign yet but it's a blue building that says Seto. read more

Garlic High - Small ramen (added quail eggs) - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

I don't know what kind of noodles they were, but they were DELICIOUS. thick and chewy, just how I like and not like the other ramen places! I wish my soup had more broth...but everything was fabulous. Downside is my breath was garlicky for the rest of the night....but I'll definitely be back to get more garlic breath! read more

Garlic High - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Garlic High brings an authentic, elevated Jiro-style ramen experience to the Bay Area. The signature bowls feature thick, chewy noodles topped with a mountain of bean sprouts, cabbage, and massive slabs of chashu pork. While the menu is focused--offering only a rich, fatty pork-based Ramen or a brothless Mazesoba--the depth of flavor is incredible. Pro tip: If you can handle the heat, add the "Death Sauce" for a spicy kick. Quick Breakdown Hearty and flavor-packed. Choose from three sizes (150g, 250g, or 350g). The "umami fat" and rich pork base take this to another level for true ramen lovers. Transportive and intimate. It's a classic 7-seat Japanese-style bar that manages to feel roomy, spotless, and perfectly organized despite the small footprint. Highly efficient and modern. Orders and payments are handled via a seamless barcode system, and the staff is both professional and fast. Garlic High is a game-changer for the local food scene. Despite missing out on the original noodles during my visit, the quality and atmosphere made it feel like a trip to Tokyo. It's a heavy, satisfying meal that every ramen enthusiast needs to experience. Which size did you go for--did the 250g Medium feel like a challenge, or was it just right? read more

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I've never had Jiro-style ramen before, but this place caught my eye when I saw it open up recently. I'm a sucker for garlicky foods though, so I was interested to check it out one evening. We came on a Fri evening around 6 pm, and we were the second group in line. The restaurant is a little small, with a handful of table and counter seating. The waiting area is a couple of chairs outside of the restaurant, which isn't all that ideal for peak dinner hours where several groups can be waiting or the chilly Bay Area winters. However you put your name & number, and they state they will call your phone if you're not present at the time your name is called - perfect if you end up sitting in your car while waiting. When seated, the process moves fairly quickly. If you've been to Ramen Nagi, then the ordering process will seem familiar to you. You're given a sheet of paper to circle your options, albeit with fewer categories. For my first time, I opted for the Ramen with Regular levels for the Garlic and Umami Fat and chose a Small bowl (my boyfriend got a Medium bowl). Overall I'm glad I got the Small bowl - the bowl itself was plenty filling and was the right portion size for me! If you're feeling super hungry, definitely opt for the Medium bowl. I loved the rich garlic flavor in the broth. The chashu was tender, and easily broke off with each bite I took. I think I've also seen the light now with regards to thick, chewy noodles in ramen - I don't think I can go back to thin ramen noodles! If you like chewy noodles, you'll enjoy this spot. The umami fat was a little much for me, especially towards the end where you can see some of the fat globules on the surface of the broth. Coming back next time, I'd want to try Light levels of Umami Fat, but I also want to try the Mazesoba! This spot is definitely a win! read more

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I ate here with my boyfriend over the weekend and was really excited after reading the reviews. However, I feel like the wait could've gone by a lot faster if there were more people working. There was only one server, and I saw a large table left uncleaned for 30 minutes before he finally got to it. All in all, we waited a total of two hours before getting our food: an hour and 10 minutes to be seated, and nearly another hour for the food to arrive. Even people who were seated after us received their food way before we did. The service is extremely slow, as there were only "1.5" chefs in the kitchen (most of the time I only saw one chef; other times I saw two). On the other hand, we both thought the noodles were extremely well-made with the perfect amount of chewiness. We ordered light umami for both the mazesoba and the ramen, but they were still quite salty. The portions are huge, though! read more

Garlic High - signature ramen (medium with extra veggie bomb + quail eggs) - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Maximalist Ramen Brazenly rich broth with pork back fat floating on top... Hella thicccc, dense chewy noodles... And, enough garlic to make your booty whistle the entire night...if you have IBS. Good thing, the veggie bomb cancels everything out! J/k! Soft opening in late December 2025, Garlic High took over Seto Fish & Chips. Their grand opening is 1/6/26. There's only one thing on the menu: Jiro-style ramen, the most in yo face bowl of ramen you'll taste (the second shop to offer this in the bay). Starting at $18 for a small bowl, you can customize it to your liking. Bottled drinks available. Alkie license pending? With a quiet soft opening, there was no line or wait. OFC, this is going to change. Order via QR code on each table. F O O D * Jiro-Style Ramen w/ 150 g noodles + 1 chashu slice (Small-$18) - Request light salt - Request regular garlic - Request regular umami fat - Add 1 slice of chashu (+$4) - Add fresh egg (+$2) BROTH: Rich, savory tonkotsu (pork bone) broth seasoned with tare (soy) and infused with pungent garlic. The floating globs of abura (umami pork fat) enhanced the broth's richness while the raw garlic's sharpness created a deeply flavorful yet balanced broth. As someone who's sensitive to salt, "light salt" wasn't too salty and I wasn't hella thirsty afterwards. NOODLES: Thiccccc, almost like udon but with a distinctive firm chew. CHASHU: Braised pork belly, thiccc and meltingly tender but maintained its shape when picking up. VEGGIE BOMB: Blanched bean sprouts and cabbage added freshness and helped cut through the meaty richness. FRESH EGG: Dipped the noodles and chashu into the raw yolk...added a delicious velvety silkiness. IMO, a must. S E R V I C E Friendly staff. Our order took about 15 minutes with two other customers there. A M B I A N C E Casual, no frills with 8 tables and an open kitchen. Overall, solid soft opening. Fair warning, Jiro-style ramen is notoriously divisive, you either like it or you don't. If you like rich, bold, and gluttonous foods, Garlic High will be your jam! read more

Garlic High - Thicccc, curly noodles! - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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1/29/2026 Garlic High 107 West Maude Ave Sunnyvale, CA 94085 We went there for lunch on a Thursday at 12:30. This place has no signage so easy to miss, it's at the front of Seto Restaurant and was the fish and chips place, which was pretty good. It is now a bare bones ramen place with basically two items, ramen with or without broth. There was a line outside and we put us on the waiting list, it was a 15 minute wait to get a table. The interior is a cozy table and counter setup with ordering and payment via the QR code at the table. We ordered the small regular ramen and a side of hot sauce. The other options are to up the garlic and umami fat, which cost more. There was a server and a cook when we were there and it took a while for our noodles to be brought to us. The ramen consists of thick chewy noodles in a tasty broth topped with a thick slice of pork, a bit of pork fat, bean sprouts and minced raw garlic. Wifey doesn't like raw garlic so she gave me hers and I got the Extra Heavy. It's popular, with a line outside and a waiting list. You may not like the raw garlic. Portions are generous and the smalls were perfect for us. Since the server was also bussing tables the service was expectedly slower. Repeatable limited menu ramen place. read more

Garlic High - Small Ramen; Pork, Fat & Raw Garlic - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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it's good but idk why meat arrived completely mushed up and broken up unlike everyone else I see in their pictures, it's like almost scraps because it doesn't even become complete as it's not even broken but just all scrap pieces. I came when they opened so not super busy at all and easy to get seat, too, so I'm confused. I peeked at other tables orders and theirs were fine, too. it smells like gas the entire time eating since next to a gas station but I think if my meat wasn't scraps unlike the others I see on Yelp, it would be ranked way higher read more

Garlic High - it's good but idk why meat arrived completely mushed up and broken up unlike everyone else I see in the picture, it's like almost scraps - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

TLDR: Best ramen I've had in the Bay Area. I would order no veggie bomb, light fat. It used to be Ramen Nagi. I still love that place, don't get me wrong. But this place is my new #1. So people have lots of noodle preferences, so let me be upfront with mine. I love thicker noodles... the Chinese knife cut noodles are my favorite. I love garlic. I hate bean sprouts. I love strong thick flavors in my soup base. I love meat! Other than bean sprouts this place checks ALL the boxes for me. The only thing I wish they provided is a soft boiled egg. That would be heaven! But this place has heavy garlic. Thick chewy noodles. The soup is thick and very fatty... in fact they add more fat to make it umami. I love the big portions of meat, usually they are low side dishes... here they are a main component. I will definitely come back here... without my wife though as she loves thin super soft noodles. Be warned, this place can get crowded since the place is very small. It's actually best to eat solo as they have space at the bar. You also pay first so you can leave as soon as you finish your meal... very Japan- like. However to really make the next meal prefect, I would not order with the veggie bomb. Wayyyy too much bean sprouts. And also I would get light fat. I know it adds a ton of flavor but it's a bit icky having to remove the huge chunks of fat. Makes me feel like I'm eating my own clogged arteries... read more

Garlic High - A look at the noodles - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Garlic High just opened last week and they're a great addition to the Sunnyvale ramen scene. Their Jiro-style ramen is full of garlic and umami flavor, and perfect for a cold rainy day. I loved the richness of the broth and the large amount of bean sprouts provided. I couldn't finish the Medium so I'd recommend starting with the Small size unless you're a big eater. I'd come back again! read more

Garlic High - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Small corner store, quick service, they seem to be making bowls in batches so the food can take some time to come out. Food is great quantity, small bowl is enough for a person. Taste different from normal ramen but still really good. read more

Garlic High - Ramen and mix ramen - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Garlic high ramen was SO GOOD. They only have two things on the menu, ramen two different ways with or without soup. Then you customize it how you like. We went with the recommended soup settings and it was sooo good. Rich, fatty, garlicy, meaty, then with the vinegar added half way through to change the flavor and refresh the palette. This definitely isn't an everyday meal but a treat for sure. I strongly recommend giving it a try! read more

Garlic High - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

SOFT OPENING for Garlic High was 12/23! Jiro style ramen is now in Sunnyvale and that's unbelievable. Though we have Ramen Champ in the Bay too, garlic high is nearer to me. Congrats to the Garlic High team. It's been a long time of construction, work and planning to get to the first boil, as you can see from their IG page. I was the second customer in line and it was my first time eating this Jiro style ramen and def not the last. This bowl is hearty and a huge generous portion. From the first sip, I could taste the smoky and flavorful broth. Everything is amazing from there on, from eating the chewy noodles, thick juicy pork, garlic flavors, umami fat and crunchy bean sprouts. Come here with a good appetite! Total came out to be $33 after Diet Coke and tips. It's fair for the quality. (It's at the location where Seto Fish and Chips was if you have trouble finding them) Support a local, Japanese owned business today. Servers are also friendly and it feels like a family owned place. read more

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As the name implies, Garlic High uses a LOT of garlic in their Jiro style ramen - you will leave with garlic breath! That being said, if you are a fan of garlic, this IS the spot! I enjoyed the broth and the al dente noodles, and I appreciated how small and focused their menu is. You also get the option to tailor every aspect of your ramen so you can always dial back the garlic. Just note that they were still on soft opening so it took a while to get seated and get food. Would come back! read more

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Nope, it's just not gonna work at this location and with this limited menu. Will be gone within 6 months. read more

You need to like bean sprouts and a strong garlic taste to enjoy this Jiro-style ramen. I'll be honest, it's not my favorite style but I really appreciate the small business operations and cozy atmosphere. It's a very popular spot with people lined up before they open. If you arrive after opening time, you will not get seated without a wait. The wait could be 30-60 minutes because of how small the space is. read more

Tho the wait was quite a while , it gives more of the Japanese ramen vibe. We went on a Sunday afternoon and it was raining but it did not stop the crowd from coming. The table arrangements could def be better. The ramen was super satisfying, they only offered the small portion but it was more than enough. Just be careful if you have sensitive stomachs you might want to avoid the raw garlics on the side, it gave me rlly bad stomachache . They do offer you adjustments with oil , salt and garlic , just be aware. read more

So happy I finally got to try Jiro-style ramen at Garlic High. I've always wanted to try it in Japan, but honestly I was a little intimidated because some Jiro shops are known for strict rules and ordering etiquette. So this felt like the perfect introduction. The menu is super simple -- just two options: regular ramen or soupless ramen. No appetizers, no alcohol, no to-go orders. It really feels like an actual ramen shop in Japan. Maybe they'll expand later since they just opened, but honestly, I kind of respect the focus. The ramen itself is bold and punchy -- strong garlic, rich pork, and deep soy flavor. Definitely not subtle. The noodles are thick and chewy, exactly what you expect from Jiro style. I've heard people saying you don't love it the first or even second time, but by the third you're hooked. Surprisingly, I liked it from the first bite. My friend ordered the soupless version, and I tried a bit. For me, it was a little too salty, so next time I'd stick with the regular ramen. read more

Garlic High - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Wait is way too long. Check in on yelp at 12, said table be around at 12:14-24, end up got seated at 12:55. Place order and got our noodle at 1:25... and what make me not happy the most of some other customer which just sat down like less than 10 mins and got their noodle before us Noodle is just ok, pork is thick and nice but nothing special and too salty. I don't think I will come again read more

Garlic High - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

not bad! very garlicky and i like the chew of the noodle! i got the dry one and my friend got the broth one. at first i was worried i wouldn't like it bc of the large amount of sprouts but it wasn't bad! still wish it was a little less. leek kimchi paired well with the noods! read more

Garlic High - brothless ramen - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Real-deal Jiro-style right here. Think chewy thick noodles, intense broth, and a literal peak of veggies topped with massive slow-cooked pork chashu. It's not for the faint of heart, but if you're a fan of the style, this is exactly what you're looking for. read more

Garlic High - Ramen Near Me - Sunnyvale, California