There's plenty of parking in front BUT inside is very small. Came here for lunch but it gets busy around 12:30pm. You can order by the server or tablet (if it's on the table), they're very accommodating to requests and substitutions. I got the Tonkatsu Ramen with a less salty broth and my friends got the regular broth. With the less salty broth, you can tell it's diluted but the flavor still remains. The regular broth keeps it creamy. Both are savory. Noodles are soft and well-cooked, love how the meat is balanced with the fatty parts, and toppings are well-proportioned to the noodles. read more

Kokoro Ramen - Tonkatsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Overall, the flavor is pretty good. Every time I eat ramen, I only choose miso ramen, so it really reveals how good each place is. In terms of price, this place is very affordable, with each bowl costing under $20, which is not expensive. The only downside is that the space inside is quite small, so you may have to wait if it gets crowded. However, overall the restaurant is very clean, the broth is solid, and the thick noodles have a great chewy texture. Next time, I'll probably try the thin noodles. I recommend it to anyone who enjoys ramen. Overall rating: 4.5 out of 5. 基本上口味還不錯，我每次吃拉麵都只挑味增拉麵，這樣每一家的好壞會直接呈現。價格方面，這家非常的親民，一碗在$20以內，不算貴。唯一缺點是店內空間很小，要是遇到人多就要等！不過整體來說，店內衛生非常好，湯頭也不錯，粗麵條也很有嚼勁，我下次應該會嘗試細麵條看看。推薦給喜歡吃拉麵的各位。整體評價4.5/5。 read more

Kokoro Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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While Kokoro Ramen doesn't have a vegan broth option for their ramen, I had a great experience here thanks to their transparency. The staff was incredibly helpful and made it very clear from the start that their ramen broths aren't vegan, which I really appreciated. It's refreshing to have that kind of honesty--it made me feel confident in what I was ordering, so I opted for the Vegan Udon Bowl instead. The Highlights: * The Udon Noodles: These were the standout of the meal. They are thick, bouncy, and have that perfect al dente chew that makes every bite satisfying. They do a fantastic job of carrying the flavors of the dish without needing a heavy broth. * The Flavor Profile: The seasoning is light, clean, and savory. It relies on a high-quality soy-based profile that delivers plenty of umami without feeling heavy or oily. It's a bright, refreshing alternative that feels very authentic. * The Toppings: The bowl was packed with a generous variety of crisp, fresh vegetables and tender tofu. The textures were spot on, from the crunch of the greens to the silkiness of the tofu. Even though I came in thinking about ramen, I left completely satisfied with the udon. If you're looking for a spot that is honest about their ingredients and serves a top-tier plant-based udon, this is it. High-quality food and trustworthy service! read more

This is a cute ramen shop tucked into a plaza. We ordered two tonkotsu ramen bowls and one chicken karaage to share, and everything tasted great. The portions were generous, with a good amount of noodles in each bowl, and everything was delicious. There are a few seats inside, making it a nice spot for a casual meal. read more

okay been here a few times but it's been a while surprisingly not too busy at like 8pm on a Tuesday, but maybe we just ate dinner late ordering happens on iPads at. each table now, which is def something new - also not every table has one so the waitress still needed to go around taking some people's orders tonkatsu ramen - 7/10 same old thing as always - the meat was dry/over torched tho which didn't happen before; overall not too shabby chicken & rice - 8/10 huge bowl lol like hugeeee; friend couldn't even finish it ; seemed like a decent amount of chicken too so that was nice side note I always get p thirsty after eating here so maybe there's msg idk read more

Kokoro Ramen - chicken & rice - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Came in on a Saturday evening with a party of 5 and got seated right away. The restaurant itself is in a Milpitas strip mall with plenty of parking and the seating area is clean and well-lit. Service was attentive and the food came out pretty quick after ordering. Menu included mostly ramen, some appetizers, and a few donburi and katsu options as well. Black Garlic Pork Ramen: this is the ramen they are most known for I think, and it was pretty good. The broth was not as creamy as tonkotsu and had generous portions of whole garlic cloves inside, and lots of black pepper of course. Pork was tender and noodles well cooked. Chicken Karaage: crispy and juicy pieces of chicken that were big and meaty. The breading was light which is also a plus. King Tonkatsu: a huge flat piece of pork tonkatsu served with curry and rice on the side. It came out on a big slab of wood which was quite the presentation. Meat was good but nothing too special. Wish it came with more cabbage and pickles to balance. read more

Kokoro Ramen - King TonKatsu - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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The place is on the smaller side. We ordered through the small kiosk at our table and was super easy. I liked how it gave us recommendations based on what was "liked" and most popular. Our waitress was attentive and the only one for the whole restaurant. The miso ramen was super flavorful and good for the cold weather. The thick noodles are my favorite. The gyoza was crispy and flavorful with a thicker sauce read more

Kokoro Ramen - Miso Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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One of the Best Ramen I had, i usually order garlic ramen here, Hope Michelin will see them , I tried Mesho Tokyo rated as Michelin, but i preferred to have this restaurant rated as Michelin.Also when they give you a to go box, they will give you 2 containers to separate soup from noodles which i appreciate it!! Service and Ambiance are Great!! Highly recommended!! read more

Kokoro Ramen - Black Garlic Pork Ramen Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Tried out this place recently with my family and would definitely be back. Not every ramen place has black garlic ramen so when a restaurant does have it, I'm definitely ordering! I enjoyed the dish and thought it was the perfect amount of noodles, broth, and garlic! Additionally, I called ahead because this place is fairly small and I was hoping to get 10 people in. Although they don't take reservations, the host was very sweet and called me when a table opened up that could accommodate 10 of my family members. Customer service goes a long way and really makes a huge difference in your dining experience. Parking might be a challenge depending on the time you go since it's in a busy plaza. But worth coming to this restaurant! read more

It's been about a couple years since I went here. It was quite packed on a weekend especially that the restaurant is small. Good news is that I'm able to get a seat since I'm a solo diner. I was deciding if I wanted to either get Shoyu Ramen or Black Garlic Pork Ramen, which is highly recommended. So I got the garlic one. Honestly, the broth is too garlicky. Also they noticed that usually serve big pieces of sliced meat rather than few smaller ones. Everything else including the toppings is good though. If you plan to dine out with your friends here especially on the weekend, try planning in advance because you'll have to wait longer. read more

Kokoro Ramen - Shio Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Sandwiched between Tong Sui & K On The Go, Komodo Ramen is nestled within the Calaveras Plaza Shopping Center. Came here in hopes of adding another meal to my picky toddler's list of eats. We purchased: Miso Ramen Black Garlic Pork Ramen w/ Kale Noodles Edamame Food here was good. Broth was complex and delicious. Noodles were cooked well and had the typical bite that you would associate with properly cooked ramen. Edamame was very basic. 3 stars overall because the service was off. The lady was very short and unfriendly. It would be one thing if the restaurant was busy but it wasn't- this didn't justify the vibes. read more

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Been to this place several times and it never disappoints! Seating is typically fast and the store is always clean. Service is friendly and your water will never be empty for long. They will accommodate your requests. The portions are huge. My favorite is their spicy niku ramen. It's super flavorful and spicy even without the extra spicy request. It comes with chashu and spicy pork bits which was a lot of meat. The egg is also really good, not old nor overcooked and paired nicely. The bamboo is good and not too earthy. The presentation is kinda on and off. I went there yesterday and the seaweed piece was way too submerged causing it to be super soggy, but I have been there in the past where it was placed perfectly. read more

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Black Garlic Tonkatsu (5/5): My favorite and the most flavorful in my opinion. The broth is rich with depth, the soft-boiled egg is seasoned all the way down to the yolk and cooked perfectly, and the whole garlic bits take it to another level. Vegetarian Dry Ramen (3/5): Heads up; this is a dry ramen (no soup), so be mindful when ordering. It's a salty-sweet combo, but honestly, it leans WAYYY too salty for me. Tonkatsu Ramen (4/5): Solid choice. Can't go wrong with ordering this. Service: Attentive, and food came out within a reasonable time. Atmosphere: Small space in a crowded parking lot, so expect a wait during peak hours. The shop is cozy but limited in seating. Pro tip: They now have togarashi (Japanese chili pepper) available on the tables, so you can adjust your spice level to your liking. read more

Kokoro Ramen - Vegetarian Maje Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

3 stars for the black garlic ramen, 4 for the tonkatsu. Black garlic ramen was too salty. We came right at opening so didn't have to wait. Ordering via machine was efficient and service was decent. Noodles were not bad, but nothing standout and def not worth waiting in line for. Portions were pretty big, especially with the extra noodles we ordered for each of our ramen bowls. read more

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Absolutely delicious Japanese ramen that I rate up there with Jinya. The broth is rich and so flavorful! I got the curry ramen with chicken karaage and subbed kale noodles, just like I do at Jinya. Divine! I drank that broth up like it was my last meal. The chicken was delicious and crispy, and the corn and bamboo shoots paired so well adding crunch in every spoonful. My friend got the miso ramen and he loved it. We also shared the roasted garlic edamame and let me tell you it was to die for! That roasted garlic...i'd like to put it on everything! Good thing I wasn't kissing anyone! The restaurant itself is pretty tiny, it's definitely a dine and dash place. You slurp your ramen and don't linger. It's also in a super busy complex so watch out for crazy drivers. I'll be back for more ramen goodness! read more

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Yesterday we went pretty close to when they opened at 11am and there was only one other person so we were seated quickly. The way you order is through a tablet at your table. The food came out pretty quickly. For our appetizer, I got the chicken karaage. For my main, I ordered the black garlic pork ramen. The chicken karaage was juicy and flavorful. I'm not sure what sauce it comes with, but boy the combo was elite!!! The ramen was pretty good. The noodles were a little too overcooked for my liking, but the garlic flavor was on point. It was super filling. As we were toward the end of our meal, we noticed how the inside was more packed. Would come back to this spot! read more

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Their Ramen was good, Service was fast and team members are nice, ambiance was nice. We will definitely go back! read more

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I got the Niku and the portion is large However the ramen was a little over cook and on the salty side. I also ordered the takoyaki to share, it was good, crunchy outside and soft outside Store was a little cold and it took quite a long time to get the food. If you like salty ramen, you can give it a try Simple store with korean music read more

Walked by Kokoro Ramen and decided to give it a try, so glad I did. Got the katsu chicken, katsu fish, and ramen, and everything was really good. Only one server, so we had to wait a bit, but I didn't mind. Definitely coming back! read more

Kokoro Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

a solid& standard ramen shop. i passed by this shop a lot but never gave it a try, since my go to ramen spot in the bay is ramen nagi. However, i had a ramen crave today and felt lazy to drive all the way to valley fair. I was thinking to myself that i'd give this place a try. ramen itself is like a 3.5/5. meat, noodles, and broth are very standard not bad but not standing out good. I left satisfied. Service is quick and friendly. Sometimes there's a wait for dine-in, since it's a small shop with limited seating. read more

Kokoro Ramen - Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Wow what an underrated spot for easily one of the best ramen places I've tried in the Bay Area! We stopped by for a Tuesday dinner and we were able to be seated without a wait. There were only a few other diners -- ya'll be sleeping on this banging ramen! I got the Black Pork Ramen (extra spicy). One sip of the broth and my mouth was lit on intense flames burning straight from the underworld -- I have a really high spice tolerance so the heat level here is legit! Next time I'd get a spice level down, it's a bit too spicy even for me. The spiciness couldn't distract me from the rest of the broth flavor profile -- a rich, porky essence sensually infused with the savory bite of intense black garlic. It has the right level of salt and body that made me shake with gastronomic pleasure with each bite! They are also super generous with the toppings here. My bowl was filled to the brim with a garden of wood ear slices, bean sprouts, big roasted whole garlic cloves, and long skinny slices of green onions which elevate the texture of this ramen to another level! The chashu is tender, NOT porky, well-salted, and has a super charred taste that makes it a naughty treat even for someone like me who usually avoids eating too much pork. The ramen egg is perfectly creamy and not sweet like a lot of other ramen spots, which I prefer. The interior isn't super fancy but it's reasonably clean and inviting. Overall, would definitely recommend giving this spot a try the next time you're looking for a new ramen spot! read more

Kokoro Ramen - Vegetarian Maje Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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This place absolutely hit the spot. The Black Garlic Ramen is my new favorite--deep, rich umami with a bold garlic backbone that's on another level. It's a small spot with limited seating, and part of me wants to gatekeep it... but this ramen deserves to be tasted. read more

Kokoro Ramen - Black Garlic Pork Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

This review is solely for their black garlic ramen, because that's the only thing I've tried here, because it's just so good I never want to eat anything else when I'm here haha. I have a few criteria when it comes to ramen. Broth needs to be rich and flavorful but not too salty, noodles al dente with nice chew, pork tender and well-seasoned, and egg needs to be flavorful and have a soft yolk. Kokoro's black garlic ramen hits all of these criteria and more! I love how garlicky this pork broth is, and how they also have whole cloves of garlic in it. YUM. My only qualm, and reason why I'm giving 4 stars, is that they only give you half an egg!! You do have the option of buying an extra egg, but then that leaves you with 1.5 eggs which is just too much on top of everything else. 1 whole egg would have been perfect :( Otherwise, service is pretty fast, though there can sometimes be a wait. This is in a pretty big plaza in Milpitas so parking is plentiful. They're also on delivery apps which is nice when I don't feel like making the drive out to Milpitas--the ramen tastes pretty good even when delivered too! read more

Kokoro Ramen - Black Garlic Pork Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

I had Kokoro Ramen a long time ago when they first opened but never returned until recently. And I remembered why I didn't return. The ramen is so salty! I ordered the black garlic ramen with thick noodles. I enjoyed the slight chewiness of the noodles but couldn't get past the saltiness and the bowl came out luke warm which is a big disappointment. We also ordered chicken kaarage, nothing to really write about there. But service was fast and friendly! read more

Kokoro Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Came by on Sunday afternoon as a reward for the little one. Only one server for the front but she did a great job running the show. The place is pretty small but enough tables with sim table split into 2 seater with a screen. She got the ship ramen and I got the miso ramen. 4.4 stars for the ramen since they put plenty of toppings which provided great contrast in texture for the ramen. I was only able to eat half of the ramen and saved the other half to eat for dinner. I enjoyed the chasu and egg (half) for protein. The broth itself was a bit salty but nothing a little water can't fix. lol. I guess next time I'll try to order some greens although I don't know if they have it. Just need my serving of veggies. read more

Kokoro Ramen - Shio Ramen without mushroom - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Food is good but I had better ramen. Service is good too people that work there are very friendly and welcoming. The place is pretty small but I like the decorations. We got shio, Shoyu, miso, and tonkotsu ramen with chicken karaage appetizer read more

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We stepped into this place thinking it has a veggie option with with veggie broth ( but this has fish broth ). Be careful while you checkout their menu online. We had been looking forward to their veggie ramen but couldn't find option upon visiting the place. read more

Kokoro ramen is a great ramen shop in the milpitas area. Lots of parking (u just gotta walk a bit as itll be filled next to the store but go to grocery outlet lot) but in typical ramen style seats are pretty limited. Ofc if ur in a rush the next door restaurants are good choices too (but the korean ones will def be filled too) Overall great side dishes we got the garlic edamame and karaage chicken which were solid choices I got the miso ramen with just spicy which wasn't that spicy tbh (for asian standards) Overall a solid experience read more

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This is our ramen go to spot in Milpitas. The broth here is tasty and rich. My husband and I added the black garlic oil to our bowls. They add roasted garlic, too. So if you like garlic... lol go here. The chashu pork was nicely cooked with great flavor, too. Service is pretty fast. Love the wooden walls, gives a chill vibe inside. read more

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This place seats about 30 people. The service is quick and server is polite. My daughter gets the tonkatsu and I get the black garlic ramen. Which is my fave! It's rich and so flavorful. I've also ordered the crispy mayo chicken with rice To-go and my son loved it. I love this place! It's my go to for ramen! read more

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My friend and I came into Kokoro Ramen for dinner. Upon arriving, there was a line, but they were able to seat us within just 5 minutes. We were able to quickly put in our orders; our food came out fairly quickly as well. I had the Veggie Shoyu Ramen, which was absolutely delicious. I am not a vegetarian, and I usually don't order vegetarian dishes, but I have to admit that, even without pork, this ramen was superb. In fact, I ate everything in my bowl, which usually doesn't happen when I get ramen! My only minor complaint is that they gave us an obviously damaged chopstick that had its end broken off. Otherwise, Kokoro Ramen is a solid choice for ramen. read more

Kokoro Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Luvvvvv this place! It's a small little hole in the wall but surprising very accommodating. They were able to get a table for 3 of us (high chair) which was very nice. The food is always a hit. My husband always gets the extra spice and he loves it so much. This was the first time we took our baby and she liked the noodles with broth as well. A great place to dine. Just be aware that it is a smaller place so not ideal for HUGE parties. Maybe like 5-6 people MAX read more

Kokoro Ramen - Shoyu Ramen, sweet potato fries, side of noodles - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Very small little Japanese ramen joint, feels just like in Japan, more mom and pop shops are very small there. Therefore, seats are also pretty tight together to maximize their space. There's barely enough space to get in and out of your table. Despite small space, I live the ramens here. Tonkatsu Ramen broth was so delicious broth is not overly oily nor salty. Strong bone broth and a little creamy. Noodles were nicely done, not too soft nor too firm. There's thick and thin ramen noodle options to choose from. I was surprised with the roasted garlic. I normally don't consume the entire clove of garlic, I was curious how it was going to taste like, so I tried one, it was soft and little creamy with full of flavors but not over powering. Each bowl came with two pieces of roasted garlic, don't miss it next time. read more

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Located in a shopping strip mall with plenty of parking. It's a tiny spot with a small area to check in and like about 8 tables. I seen a sign that said Max capacity 30 people. When we arrived, it looked pretty busy, but fortunately people were finishing up their meals so there was a short five minute wait. We're sat promptly and our order was taken. I ordered the miso Ramen and the Takonsu Ramen, spicy. The food came out within five minutes. FYI, once you place an order you cannot make changes because the order gets sent to the kitchen right away and they start. It was really good. Great with this cooler weather. Service was quick with the refills. I recommend this spot for good ramen. read more

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Came here with coworkers they were really strict about everyone being here before seating us despite being kind of empty. They have lots of different options on the menu and even options to accommodate vegetarians and spice customizations which was nice. I got the spicy tonkotsu and it was actually sweating a bit I can't imagine the super spicy. I also like that there's the option for thin or thick noodles I give the ramen 4/5- I think that the seasoning n an and toppings were plentiful, I think the noodles were a bit soft and pork was way too fatty. Chicken bowl 4.5/5: the topping was delicious I was surprised it came with some egg but some of the rice it was a little dry for my taste. Lots of different options and customization! Small restaurant hard to find parking. read more

Consistently good quality food! My wife's and my go to spot for ramen, and Chasu Don). Tired of checking for updated pricing and menu, so got it done me-self. Hope the current (Dec. 2025) menu is helpful to others. New items - Ton Katsu. read more

Kokoro Ramen - DECEMBER 2025 menu (New items - Ton Katsu) - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Kokoro Ramen doesn't disappoint. My wife and I shared a Black Garlic Ramen, with extra noodles, & Karaage. The karaage dipping sauce tasted similar to a tartar sauce. Different. The service was friendly, nice, and attentive! read more

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We went there on a late Thursday night and while they had a lot of people in the restaurant, it was not packed so we were able to get a seat right away. The menu is simple and has visuals on it, which is always appreciated to give an idea of what the food will look like! The service is good, you might need to call the waiter/waitress over for a just refill, because they only drop the food off. The food itself is great! Really refreshing. It's our go to late night spot. Definitely worth a check out! read more

Kokoro Ramen - Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Kokoro Ramen is amazing! My siblings and I went there yesterday for the first time and it was absolutely fantastic. The service was great, always making sure we had our water cups filled and that everything was good. The ramen was perfect. I got the Tonkatsu Spicy Ramen and it was one of the best I have ever had! The appetizers like Takoyaki and Gyoza were perfect. Will be coming here again soon! read more

Kokoro Ramen - Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

First time tryong kokoro ramen. I ordered the tonkatsu ramen and it was rich in flavor. Overall good but a little too salty to my liking. The portions are big and worth the price. read more