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    5.0 (25 reviews)
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    Chicken ramen
    Michelle H.

    I love ramen! We lived in Asia and are die hard fans. I love the small batch approach. I was not feeling well and ramen is always a comfort food;) Price was great. Flavor was delish!! I'm a spicy kind of girl so I added a bit of hot chili and kimchi. I will for sure be back. I wish you continued success

    Kyle N.

    This hidden gem in Escondido is a must try! I love ramen and had to give this place a try. I usually get pork but wanted to step out of my comfort zone and get chicken instead. What intrigued me was that the broth was 100% chicken! The tonkotsu broth was very light and not heavy at all! I even finished slurping the broth, something that I usually not do! The toppings were generous and I really like the garlic chips. It adds an extra depth of sophistication. The chicken was tender and well-seasoned. The eggs were perfectly boiled too! The handsome owner with the dimple is very on time with the orders! It was still hot when I came to pick it up. Overall, it's very good quality for its price point.

    Pork ramen
    Dan M.

    It caught us off guard we didn't realize we were going to someone's home. This is a MHKO. The guy that does it is a very good human being very friendly the Ramen is really good he makes the noodles himself the noodles are homemade they are delightful. Just the right amount of chew. the broth is chicken and it's so good. I lived in Japan for 2 1/2 years and had lotta of really good Ramen this is comparable. it is just delightful just text ahead of time before you go because again it's a house at the end of the cul-de-sac or you can get it to go either way delightful highly highly highly recommend

    Pork Chashu Paitan Ramen
    Amy T.

    I love ramen and usually go to RakiRaki in Mira Mesa or convoy for it, so when I heard there was a local ramen spot in my neighborhood I was there in 2.5 seconds. I decided I wanted to eat there to get the noodles while they were fresh. It was easy to text the owner my order and what time I would be there. I got to his home and texted and he came out to greet us and show us where to sit and reviewed our order with us. He brought our ramen out shortly after and asked us to text him if we needed anything. We ordered 2 of the pork chashu and 1 chicken. They were delicious! Chashu and chicken were not skimped on. The broth was nice and rich but not as heavy as tonkotsu which is what I normally order. I will definitely be ordering from here again!

    Amazing food at unbelievable price. Only around $12... If you don't eat pork like me, you never feel completely welcome at a ramen restaurant. So when I learned there's a "100% chicken" ramen place I just had to try it out, and I was blown away. It was better than the ramen I've paid $16-17 for at places like Tajima and Nishiki. Fantastic noodles (hand-made according to the owner). Perfect egg. It's so good I ate 1 bowl there and ordered 1 more to go. The business is actually the owner's house. Apparently this is legal now by some new law?!? It's take-out only but the owner said I could sit on their patio and eat if I take my trash with me. It's quite a unique experience.

    a bowl of ramen and a cup of coffee

    It was my first time eating this delicious bowl of ramen noodles. The noodles are hand-made, the soup is made from sweet and fat-free chicken. The pork is especially tender and well-seasoned. This is all served by the lovely, friendly owner. The absolute plus here is that the price is so cheap! From ordering to receiving the goods, it was all done very quickly. I will be back next time and many more times after.

    Combo Paitan Ramen
    Obbie D.

    Truly a hidden gem in Escondido! I downloaded the app just to leave this review. We've been constantly looking for great Ramen in Esco and came across this place. It was an amazing meal, we ordered it for takeout and the entire ordering process was very smooth and easy going, even allowing us to add an additional bowl last minute! Definitely recommend it to anyone in the area!

    Finally found a quality ramen in Escondido. Nice outdoor setup. Lots of toppings and the meet is awesome.
    Jhay H.

    Finally found a quality ramen in Escondido. Nice outdoor setup. Lots of toppings and the meet is awesome.

    Finally a good Ramen place nearby. At first I found it sketchy when it's a house but it was really good. Easy way to order and they are great at responding. For sure will buy again. Ordered both types of Ramen. The pork one was the best The only con is there is no spicy sauce to add to it. But other than that great flavor.

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    Really good noodles. Great options. Service was good and pricing was fair. Atmosphere was lively but not crazy

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    Great ramen! I normally do not get chicken broth since I always feel it's bland compared to pork but this was amazing. Highly Recommend!

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    I can honestly say this is a meal prepared with love. It's close by and perfectly hits the spot in terms of taste, price, and service.

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    Ramen Mik - Me So Delight Ramen

    Ramen Mik

    4.4(216 reviews)
    4.5 mi
    •$$

    Such a friendly experience! We came in after a rainy morning soccer game, looking for somewhere…read morewarm and cozy near Cal State San Marcos. We had three bowls of ramen, gyoza, edamame, and a chicken teriyaki bowl for my son. He likes his food very plain--no sauce, onions, or extras--so his order was a little different from ours. His meal came out separately, a little late, and the owner was genuinely bothered that everything hadn't arrived together. She kept apologizing. We kept telling her it was totally fine, but she really cared about making sure we were taken care of. The restaurant is small and cozy; the food was good, the service was very friendly, and the restroom was clean. We'd definitely come back if we're in the area again. Recommend!

    Ramen Mik in San Marcos brings tasty and fresh Japanese Sapporo style ramen to the San Marcos area…read more With this being my first visit I always love to ask the server their most popular dishes that customers love. For small bites she said the Pork Gyoza is the most popular appetizer so I had to try it. The pan fried edges made for a wonderful texture as well as the pork filling. Definitely a great way to start the meal. For the my main entree she recommend I try the BST signature ramen that features a Sio Tonkotsu Base with Black Umami Garlic Oil. For a first timer at Ramen Mik this was an excellent choice with its rich, creamy broth surrounded by fresh garlic, stir fried vegetables, green onion and ginger. The noodles were fresh and had an excellent bite to them. It was a very tasty bowl of ramen and I recommend trying the BST. Overall great first time experience at Ramen Mik as service was great, plenty of seating and parking making it very accessible. Can't wait to come back and try their other dishes such as Japanese curry, beef bowls and tonkatsu.

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    Ramen Mik - Nicely lit location.

    Nicely lit location.

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    Pork Gyoza

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    Mikko Sushi - chef's choice sashimi

    Mikko Sushi

    4.2(842 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    The sushi here is seriously good! Everything came out looking fresh and beautifully put together,…read moreand the rolls were packed with flavor. I especially loved the specialty rolls with the fresh fish on top, spicy mayo, and all the little toppings. They definitely don't skimp on the fish, and the portions felt worth it. We ordered a few different rolls for the table, which is definitely the way to go because there were so many good options. Everything tasted fresh, the presentation was beautiful, and nothing was drowning in sauce. The restaurant itself has a pretty casual atmosphere, so it's an easy spot for a sushi night when you want really good food without anything too fancy. I'd absolutely come back and try more of the menu.

    If waiting were an Olympic sport, this restaurant would be taking home the gold medal every year…read more I've given this place chance after chance over the last year, hoping each visit would be the one where everything finally clicked. Instead, it's become a masterclass in patience. The employees seem to have discovered the secret to unlimited break time because every visit they're either in the front or the back enjoying conversations while customers stand around wondering if they've accidentally become invisible. When I judge a sushi restaurant, I keep it simple: miso soup and a basic roll. If you can't make the opening act exciting, I'm probably not sticking around for the encore. Unfortunately, the miso tasted like someone waved a seaweed packet over hot water and called it a day, and the basic rolls had all the excitement of eating cardboard with a gym membership. Then there's the outside food policy. Apparently, if your toddler dares to nibble on a chicken nugget from next door while the rest of the family orders sushi, the Food Police are ready for action. You could walk in wearing a tuxedo made of hundred-dollar bills and order the entire menu, but one tiny bite of outside food? That's apparently the culinary equivalent of a federal crime. The strange part is that the restaurant actually has potential. The problem isn't the building... it's the complete lack of urgency. Watching customers wait while staff casually chat feels less like dining out and more like watching a sitcom where everyone forgot they're supposed to be working. After a year of giving this place more second chances than a reality TV contestant, I'm officially done. If you're in Escondido, do yourself a favor: spin around, point in a random direction, Google "sushi near me," and you'll probably find a place where the staff remembers customers exist. I genuinely wanted to like this restaurant. Unfortunately, the service disappeared faster than the flavor in the miso soup.

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    Interior

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    Chicken Yakisoba

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    Umami Japanese

    4.4(887 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    •$$

    Great food, service and atmosphere. Stopped in for a quick lunch. I enjoyed a roll combo which…read moreallows for a selection of a basic roll and a premium roll from a pre-selected assortment. I picked a Spicy Tuna roll and a Lemon roll. Sushi was really fresh and tasted amazing. We also ordered a lunch bento box with teriyaki chicken and California roll. Chicken was delicious and flame-grilled. The salad had a really good dressing on it and the soup and veggies were great additions. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for Japanese cuisine in the area.

    Wow! I'm so so sad! We came on a Saturday afternoon.... Probably 4 or 5 tables.... 3 of those were…read more2 tops! The service was incredibly slow and very disorganized! One waitress was giving people the wrong food and not paying attention at all, she was just sort of walking around giving people the wrong orders. Problem was I had time to just sit and watch the mess. I wanted to order the poke bowl but I couldn't decide if I wanted the salmon or tuna. I asked the waiter what was freshest. He went to ask the kitchen and came back with "both arrived fresh today". Liars!!!!! I ordered the tuna.... It was previously frozen (should have just told me that) and very fishy smelling and tasting! The rice at the bottom was in a POOL of dressing... It was terrible!! I have never had an issue with this meal! My husband ordered a Philly roll. The rice was way too sweet and it just didn't taste fresh, we left 4 pieces on the plate! To add insult to injury, it took FOREVER to get our food! The other customers were also having issues with the service and getting their food. We left hungry!! $60.... Flush! I have noticed a decline in quality of the food the last few times I've eaten here. I might try one more time. This used to be our favorite sushi place! It was a place we would come for a special sushi night. Not any more!

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    Hawaiian roll

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    Umami Japanese at San Marcos

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    Akita Japanese Restaurant

    Akita Japanese Restaurant

    4.3(528 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    We came for lunch on a Saturday afternoon, and it was a great choice. The ambiance was relaxed and…read morepretty quiet, and the staff were fast and attentive, and very helpful answering our questions about the menu. We got the garlic edamame, which was a nice and generous appetizers to split for 2-3 people. We also got the dragon roll, spicy tuna roll (which was ACTUALLY spicy), and the salmon avocado rolls, as well as the salmon nigiri. All of the food was delicious and very reasonably priced, and worth the trip. Additionally, a huge thank you and kudos to the staff for being so kind and warm about our excitement watching the World Cup matches that we're playing while we were eating. They were very sweet and understanding, and didn't rush us at all, which made it much more enjoyable to take our time and savour the food and the game. Overall this is a great spot to grab sushi and enjoy some quality time with friends or family, and I would definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a good Japanese and sushi restaurant!

    Tucked into a sleepy strip mall in Escondido, Akita Sushi feels like a quiet surprise. I didn't…read moreexpect chirashi at this level here--but it delivered. A friend who lives nearby had been raving about it, so we finally went, and I'm glad we did. Two Japanese sushi chefs behind the counter--always a reassuring sign--set the tone right away. The three of us, longtime friends, all ordered chirashi dons. No hesitation, no need to compare notes--just trust. And it paid off. Fresh, generous, beautifully composed. Good friends, good food--it really does make life feel simple and full. We'll definitely be back soon.

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    Akita Japanese Restaurant - Spicy tuna cut roll and salmon avacado cut roll

    Spicy tuna cut roll and salmon avacado cut roll

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    Birrieria Ay Jalisco - Carnitas

    Birrieria Ay Jalisco

    3.9(176 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    I heard they served birria with goat, so I drove 30 minutes to get here!…read more Parking was easy. They have a big lot in the front. They're doing live music on weekend nights, so that sounds fun! I liked the goat taco better than the beef taco. The consumme was good. It took me a while to decide what to order because the menu wasn't entirely in English and there were no pictures. The quesobirria taco was more tasty, but it didn't come with consumme. I had to order another one on the side for about $5. They had salsa and onions and cilantro on the side. The flan was good for dessert. I wouldn't get the cafe de olla again, but it was nice to try. I would come back for more goat birria! Credit card/apple pay accepted Outdoor seating is under a covering

    hooked up with these guys at a pop-up event at Burgeon Beer in Carlsbad. these days, birrieria…read moretacos are all the rage and BIRRIERIA AY JALISCO does a solid job. their QUESABIRRIERIA TACO is made with beef that's been slow-braised with red chilies, shredded, and wrapped in a griddled, cheesy, flour tortilla then topped with chopped onions, and cilantro. the crunchy taco was a nice contrast to the rich fillings inside. grab extra napkins. these rascals are drippy in a good way and pair nicely with a cold, Burgeon Beer. BIRRIERIA AY JALISCO has brick-and-mortar locations in Vista and Escondido with more extensive menus like birria de chivo (goat), carnitas, buche, lengua, and pozole.

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    Local Craft Draft Beers

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    Consomme Con Carne

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