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I usually order my ramen spicy with extra meat, no questions asked. But the ring of chashu got me this time So I did that, made it spicy, and added an egg. My boyfriend got the regular tonkotsu (#2 I think?) and added an egg too. The broth and overall flavor were on point...rich, comforting, and legit. The chashu was tender and that full ring presentation was worth it. It wasn't as spicy as I personally like, but I added the $2 house sauce and fixed that real quick. Super solid spot. Definitely coming back whenever we're in SD.
Customer service was really good. It was pretty empty as I went on a Monday around 5pm. It was pretty quiet but they played some music in the background. I ordered the Akuma ramen, kimichi, and the chicken karaage. The ramen was phenomenal and well kimchi is kimchi lol. The chicken was pretty decent. Everything was fresh and made to order.
The GGG ramen was genuinely to die for. Rich flavorful broth perfectly cooked noodles and toppings that actually felt intentional and well balanced. You can tell care goes into the food and it absolutely shows in the taste. That said it is a bit overpriced. Two bowls of ramen and a Diet Coke came out to around $60 with an automatic 15 percent gratuity which felt steep for a casual ramen spot. Overall the food itself is excellent and definitely worth trying if you are craving high quality ramen just be prepared for higher prices than expected
Where do I begin? Amazing food, exquisite service! Took my 16-month old daughter here on a lunch date, and our server Susy made us feel right at home. She recommended the smoke bomb, which was excruciatingly delicious and rich with flavor. My taste buds were throbbing for more after every bite! Thank you Susy! You have earned two customers for life.
We used to love coming to Nishiki, but over time we drifted away. Today we decided to give it another try since ramen sounded perfect for the cold weather, but unfortunately, it was a huge disappointment. As soon as we walked in, there was a strong smell of urine, which was really unpleasant. The staff saw us but didn't greet or acknowledge us for about five minutes. Even though it seemed a bit busy, there was no sense of urgency or attentiveness. We ordered our usual Nishiki ramen, which used to come out piping hot, but this time it was just warm. By the time we got halfway through the bowl, it was already room temperature. The homemade hot sauce also seemed off. It used to turn the broth a nice reddish color and give it a good kick, but this time it barely changed the color and had almost no spice at all. We also ordered kimchi, but it never came out. After reminding the server, he apologized and removed it from the bill, which I appreciated. When it came time to pay, I asked about using my $5 birthday reward. The server explained that it would prompt for my phone number at checkout, so I followed his instructions. After paying, I asked if it was applied, but he said it would only work for my next visit. I clarified that I was already a rewards member, and he stated there would be a QR code to scan to apply the discount, but by then it was too late since we had already paid. Overall, the service and food quality just weren't what they used to be. It's disappointing because Nishiki used to be one of our favorite ramen spots.
What we ordered | takiyaki | ring of Chau Taste | ramen and takoyaki were solid. Taste was similar to their other chains in San Diego. As a bit disappointed that the takoyaki was just barely warm. Broth could have been a bit warmer too. Service | servers were nice and quick Parking | plaza Notes | no outdoor seating
It was a sprinkly night and we were in downtown. Our daughter was craving ramen. Her favorite spot for ramen in SD is Nishiki Ramen. We usually dine at the Kearny Mesa location. We were greeted right when we walked in and seated within a minute. We ordered our usual for apps: salted edemame, and chicken karaage. Then #2, 6 and 8 with added soft eggs. It hit the spot. However, for me the broth from the Kearny location was much better. But good nonetheless.
I happened to be in the Hillcrest area and had a craving for ramen so I decided on Nishiki Ramen. I got fried gyoza as an appetizer and it did not disappoint. It was fried very nicely and had a nice flavor. As far as my ramen I decided on the Akuma. It was delicious. I wish there was a little more of the pork in the bowl but the flavors came together. I'll definitely be back to try some of their other ramen bowls.
Located on 1040 University Ave SD CA. It's in the Hillcrest Pub Market; same shopping center as Trader Joe's, Handels, Miniso etc. Limited parking and street parking is available but limited as well. Fast, good service from the staff. I had the Akuma and my cousin had the Smoke Bomb Black with death sauce on the side. Both ramen dishes were tasty. It doesn't have much meat in it so if you're more protein focus, add extra protein to the ramen (it'll cost $3-5 more). It makes the ramen so much better; the broths were flavorful. It came with a lot of noodles. They served beer, soft drinks and sake. Restroom for customer use only. 18% tip automatically applied to the bill.
21 days ago
best ramen in SD I got chicken ramen and nishiki ramen amazing and staff are super nice too read more
UPDATE: the staff here is atrocious. Roy the manager was extremely rude and unhelpful. They wouldn't update the waitlist, they wouldn't sit us when there were 5-6 open tables and kept arguing with us. We were already on the waitlist. The staff here didn't want to work at all and management and owners should be aware of this. We are boycotting this location and will be telling all our friends the same because of how poorly we were treated despite being regulars here. We had to leave hungry just the way we came in because the servers refused to take any people on the waitlist. Older review: Amazing food! We got the spicy curry and spicy tofu ramen with regular noodles and a side of slow cooked egg and extra spicy on both. I don't think the extra spicy did anything but add on $4 to our order tbh. Everything was delicious and generous in portions. Tofu was marinated and cooked perfectly for ramen as well. We were very full when leaving. Service was a bit slow and confusing. Place was almost full on a random weekday night so come early. Typical noisy and college crowd inside. We'll be back but skip the spicy $4 surcharge next time. read more
Haven't been to Nishiki since 2021 and it's much different, we were sat right away and pleasantly greeted at the door. Well lit and seats are nice and clean. Music is played but it's not loud so you can have conversations. Definitely could hear other people chat but we came here to eat so it's all good. We were served rather quickly. The menu was the same with amazing ramen and side selections, rather simple but delicious. They also had an additional Japanese Curry menu which my daughter was excited about. Would definitely try and eat here more often but it definitely love the ramen noodles and the broth (tonkatsu) is savory. read more
1 day ago
Amazing food and great atmosphere Huge shoutout to Roy and Punya for the amazing service. Super friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. Definitely one of my favorite spots in Hillcrest! read more
3 months ago
I usually order my ramen spicy with extra meat, no questions asked. But the ring of chashu got me this time So I did that, made it spicy, and added an egg. My boyfriend got the regular tonkotsu (#2 I think?) and added an egg too. The broth and overall flavor were on point...rich, comforting, and legit. The chashu was tender and that full ring presentation was worth it. It wasn't as spicy as I personally like, but I added the $2 house sauce and fixed that real quick. Super solid spot. Definitely coming back whenever we're in SD. read more
Customer service was really good. It was pretty empty as I went on a Monday around 5pm. It was pretty quiet but they played some music in the background. I ordered the Akuma ramen, kimichi, and the chicken karaage. The ramen was phenomenal and well kimchi is kimchi lol. The chicken was pretty decent. Everything was fresh and made to order. read more
The GGG ramen was genuinely to die for. Rich flavorful broth perfectly cooked noodles and toppings that actually felt intentional and well balanced. You can tell care goes into the food and it absolutely shows in the taste. That said it is a bit overpriced. Two bowls of ramen and a Diet Coke came out to around $60 with an automatic 15 percent gratuity which felt steep for a casual ramen spot. Overall the food itself is excellent and definitely worth trying if you are craving high quality ramen just be prepared for higher prices than expected read more
7 days ago
Where do I begin? Amazing food, exquisite service! Took my 16-month old daughter here on a lunch date, and our server Susy made us feel right at home. She recommended the smoke bomb, which was excruciatingly delicious and rich with flavor. My taste buds were throbbing for more after every bite! Thank you Susy! You have earned two customers for life. read more
2 months ago
Holy moly ! Best ramen I've hade in yrs ! Please check out this spot , late night hours , great service by the best hospitality by Ashley & crew. Totally worth the experience . We will def be back read more
18 days ago
We went here to eat ramen with colleagues, very tasty and delicious, like the ramen in this branch. Server is nice no complaints. read more
7 months ago
We used to love coming to Nishiki, but over time we drifted away. Today we decided to give it another try since ramen sounded perfect for the cold weather, but unfortunately, it was a huge disappointment. As soon as we walked in, there was a strong smell of urine, which was really unpleasant. The staff saw us but didn't greet or acknowledge us for about five minutes. Even though it seemed a bit busy, there was no sense of urgency or attentiveness. We ordered our usual Nishiki ramen, which used to come out piping hot, but this time it was just warm. By the time we got halfway through the bowl, it was already room temperature. The homemade hot sauce also seemed off. It used to turn the broth a nice reddish color and give it a good kick, but this time it barely changed the color and had almost no spice at all. We also ordered kimchi, but it never came out. After reminding the server, he apologized and removed it from the bill, which I appreciated. When it came time to pay, I asked about using my $5 birthday reward. The server explained that it would prompt for my phone number at checkout, so I followed his instructions. After paying, I asked if it was applied, but he said it would only work for my next visit. I clarified that I was already a rewards member, and he stated there would be a QR code to scan to apply the discount, but by then it was too late since we had already paid. Overall, the service and food quality just weren't what they used to be. It's disappointing because Nishiki used to be one of our favorite ramen spots. read more
7 months ago
What we ordered | takiyaki | ring of Chau Taste | ramen and takoyaki were solid. Taste was similar to their other chains in San Diego. As a bit disappointed that the takoyaki was just barely warm. Broth could have been a bit warmer too. Service | servers were nice and quick Parking | plaza Notes | no outdoor seating read more
It was a sprinkly night and we were in downtown. Our daughter was craving ramen. Her favorite spot for ramen in SD is Nishiki Ramen. We usually dine at the Kearny Mesa location. We were greeted right when we walked in and seated within a minute. We ordered our usual for apps: salted edemame, and chicken karaage. Then #2, 6 and 8 with added soft eggs. It hit the spot. However, for me the broth from the Kearny location was much better. But good nonetheless. read more
I happened to be in the Hillcrest area and had a craving for ramen so I decided on Nishiki Ramen. I got fried gyoza as an appetizer and it did not disappoint. It was fried very nicely and had a nice flavor. As far as my ramen I decided on the Akuma. It was delicious. I wish there was a little more of the pork in the bowl but the flavors came together. I'll definitely be back to try some of their other ramen bowls. read more
7 days ago
Went to Nishiki Ramen in Hillcrest and had a really good experience. The food was solid and our waitress Isis was super nice and attentive. Would definitely come back. read more
5 months ago
Located on 1040 University Ave SD CA. It's in the Hillcrest Pub Market; same shopping center as Trader Joe's, Handels, Miniso etc. Limited parking and street parking is available but limited as well. Fast, good service from the staff. I had the Akuma and my cousin had the Smoke Bomb Black with death sauce on the side. Both ramen dishes were tasty. It doesn't have much meat in it so if you're more protein focus, add extra protein to the ramen (it'll cost $3-5 more). It makes the ramen so much better; the broths were flavorful. It came with a lot of noodles. They served beer, soft drinks and sake. Restroom for customer use only. 18% tip automatically applied to the bill. read more
9 months ago
Went on a Saturday evening a little after 5 and it wasn't busy, we were able to be seated right away! More of a casual ramen place for sure. The staff weren't the most friendly but they were still attentive! I got the vegan soy karaage delight ramen. The noodles were cooked well, the broth was flavorful and it was a good portion size! The best part was definitely the soy karaage. I'd guess it's made from gluten. They have 8 pieces and it was a nice savory protein option. It helps to let it sit in the broth for a little so it can soften because it is chewier due to it most likely being made from gluten. Originally, they got mine and my boyfriend's orders incorrect. So we did send it back and the "new" order came out quickly, but I did feel they just replaced the tofu with the soy karaage because there was some tofu left in the bowl. They did apologize too. read more
I would consider us pretty regular customers and typically everything about our visits were great until more recently. We came in August and I ordered the Big Kakuni Ramen and they served me this incredibly overcooked, tough piece of meat. The server seemed to know because she would avoid just our table when asking if everything was okay. Today we came looking for them to redeem themselves. The food tasted different and lo and behold, a fly in my wife's bowl of ramen. Used to love Nishiki, hope they can fix their quality issues. read more
8 hours ago
Punya was super helpful and answered all my questions. Her expertise made adjusting to my diet much easier. I'll definitely be back :) read more
7 days ago
I came here for the first time w my husband and daughter, it was an amazing experience the food was great and the service was even better. Our server Susy, was very helpful and quick. She was also super sweet to our babygirl! We got the Nishiki fries and the Akuma and both were delicious! 10/10 will be back. read more
1 month ago
The best ramen I've had in a while!! Also, Panya was so great! Definitely coming back! Death sauce was a great combo with the spicy ramen read more
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16 days ago
Ramen was really really good!! Great vegan options and our server Punya was super attentive and very friendly! read more
1 month ago
Nishiki Ramen never misses. The broth is rich and full of depth, noodles perfectly cooked, and everything just hits. You can taste the quality in every bite. The vibe is casual but the food feels elevated definitely a go-to spot read more
2 days ago
There are plenty of ramen spots around Hillcrest and most of them are pretty good, but few of them are great. Nishiki is one of them! I walked in during busy hours but I was taken cared of, immediately. As someone who grew up in a restaurant, I can immediately spot when there's communication between staff, and this place has it. I really liked the way I was treated! My server made a recommendation that I appreciated it, and although she was always checking in on me, the whole staff was making rounds, making sure everyone was being assisted. You rarely see that in restaurants. I ordered a spicy ramen with pork belly, and I loved it! I didn't even have to ask for extra chili sauce! read more
Was craving ramen and wanted to try somewhere new and found Nishiki Ramen! We were quickly sat and ordered. The food came out quickly and was hot and fresh. I ordered the Chashu Chicken Ramen. The broth was amazing! Very creamy and flavorful and not too salty. The noodles tasted great and the chicken wasn't bland. I was very happy with my ramen! read more
3 days ago
Delicious hearty creamy tofu ramen, ample seating, bright and airy. I didn't like how the server randomly picked me to pay the shared appetizer, would have expected her to ask the table who would pay, as I ended up getting stuck with that bill instead of splitting it. Otherwise, great food! read more
One of favorite ramen places in San Diego. The broths are very good but really the highlight is their noodles. The service was ok, the restaurant was empty and it still took time to get our order in and food served. Nothing special with the ambiance but the servers are friendly. A great spot for a filling meal. read more
Met one of my Vegan friends here. Had the Vegan Chicken Karage and Edamame for appetizers that we shared. I ordered the #2 ramen dish (Nishiki w/egg). Very good. Food was delivered quickly and the server checked on us often. read more
5 months ago
Worst dining experience I've ever had. Our party of six was seated and then ignored for over 30 minutes. Any time we needed assistance, we had to flag down the servers, who clearly seemed annoyed that we were asking them to do their job. Multiple servers made irritated faces and offered little to no help throughout our visit. To make matters worse, our server spilled eel sauce all over a chair and the back of my shirt and laughed about it. No one mentioned the spill to me--I only noticed because it was all over my clothing. My $60 shirt was completely ruined. When we asked for a refund on just one ramen, the server said she would speak to the manager, but she lied about what actually happened. When the manager, Roy Garza, finally came over, he was laughing and treating the situation like a joke. I explained that my shirt was ruined, and he said the only thing they could do was remove the service charge. He claimed he would check with the owner, disappeared to the back for another 10 minutes, then returned saying they "couldn't do anything else." Meanwhile, other servers were laughing about the situation as well, which was extremely unprofessional and disrespectful. After all of this, we were still charged $50 for two ramens. When we told the manager we would never come back, he said he didn't care. This entire experience was handled terribly from start to finish. The lack of accountability, professionalism, and basic respect was shocking. I would absolutely not recommend this place to anyone. read more
23 days ago
Jenny L. & Adam - and CHEF :) I had a wonderful ramen soup bowl - broth excellent with everything I liked mixed into it. The edamame appetizer was all SO FRESH/SO GOOD & YUMMY /SO NICE & WONDERFUL HOT SOUP. I will definitely return here to eat again! Generous portion for me to take home for lunch on Monday! Ambiance with nice music here also. read more
7 months ago
Here's a polished, longer version that keeps your voice and vibe: --- Jenny T killed it ......she spent extra time taking our order, walking us through the menu, and helping us pick the right things... and trust me, there are right choices here. This place is honestly such a gem. From the outside you wouldn't think much, and when you walk in it's bright and a little chilly... but the second the food hits the table and the service kicks in, you're warmed right up. Everything was on point. Highly recommend and definitely coming back! read more
2 months ago
3 months ago
My boyfriend and I come here at least once a week and love it here! Roy is incredible, the service is always fast, and the food never misses. The gyoza sauce alone is worth coming for. Thanks Roy and team for all you do! read more
1 month ago
3 months ago
First time trying ramen and this place hit the spot. Tastes different than the other ramens I've had. They also have wagyu burgers which I'll be sure try next time. Our server, Madel, was very nice and attentive read more
8 months ago
Nishiki Ramen is one of my all-time favorite ramen spots. I was blown away by their Smoke Bomb Black Ramen; they nailed each component. This was one of the most unique broths I've ever had. It was creamy and thick and the roasted black garlic sauce wasn't overpowering. Adding chili oil was chef's kiss. Their chashu was perfectly marinated as it was bursting with flavor. I appreciated the thick, tender slices of pork belly with a generous amount of fat. The ramen egg was cooked to my liking--I loved how runny it was. This bowl of ramen transported me back to Japan and I'm so grateful we have this in San Diego. I'm also amazed by all the plant-based options! Highly, highly recommend! read more
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1040 University Ave
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San Diego, CA 92103
Hillcrest
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Are ramen really $24 now? That's doubled from 2 years ago. 😮
I'm not really sure the prices you see on their Yelp are accurate. I just checked their actual website and the prices are around 15-17 for most of their ramen. Hope this helps (:
$$$ is $20 a high price point for base ramen?
No, the base ramen price starts at $13.95.
Are there any alternative noodle options? I couldn't quite find anything online or through pictures
they have varieties of noodles; thin, thick, soft, hard, gluten, vegan and regular noodles.
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