Service was good. Food was good. Portions were good. Ambiance was so-so. It was neat and clean, but a little too casual for a first date for example. The reason why I rated four stars instead of five is because of bowl in which the unagi rice bowl was presented in. Although we were dining in the unagi rice bowl was brought to our table in a plastic bowl along with a plastic spoon and a plastic fork. In contrast the rest of my group had their meal (chicken katsu and teriyaki chicken combo) served beautifully on a "real" plate with metal utensils. Also, the unagi rice bowl was tasty, but would've enjoyed some broccoli with it. Overall, very good and will be back.:) read more

Ramen 101 - Unagi Rice Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

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Went in for an early evening ramen craving after my husband suggested Ramen 101. I wasn't too excited, but decided to give it a try. We ordered the chicken karaage, seafood ramen, and chow mein. The chicken karaage was the highlight--crispy, flavorful, and definitely the best part of the meal. Unfortunately, the ramen and chow mein were pretty underwhelming and didn't stand out in terms of flavor. The experience was also a bit lacking overall--the soda machine was out of ice and they didn't have Pepsi available. The place was just okay in terms of cleanliness. But the lady who waited on us was very nice, and pleasantly very gracious. So if I come back anytime soon, it's probably because of the service and the karaage. read more

Ramen 101 - Seafood Ramen - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

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I had tried offering this as private feedback but never received an acknowledgement. I had arrived pretty excited due to an initial visit several months ago that went well. When I got in, it was rush hour and all tables except for one were full. The sign at the front asks customers to wait and order before being seated, so I waited at the ordering station. I was immediately preceded by a gentleman who decided to go straight from the door to the one open table, without checking in as the directions want customers to. He did this in full view of the staff who seemed to allow it. I waited for a few minutes for one staff member to come I was quickly turned away due to lack of tables. The optics of this experience were quite negative. I appreciate that this gentleman would've been seated before me if in theory he was placing an order before me, and that would've been fair. However, in this situation, staff allowed him to go straight to a table to claim it, without him actually ordering, and because I had stayed at the order kiosk as asked by the posted directions I was subsequently told to go elsewhere for a meal. It's a shame this place prioritizes pushiness over politeness. read more

Ordered to go BBQ MIXED, the portions were big , it came with hot sauce, soy sauce and some other sauce , it came with 3 type of meats, macaroni salad, steamed vegetables & rice everything was good it taste good. Definitely would buy lunch from here again. read more

Ramen 101 - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

Stopped in to grab food for dinner after my nail appt. I ordered the BBQ Chicken & Katsu Chicken Combo and Fried Rice w/Shrimp to go. The Katsu Chicken was very good; crunchy on the outside & tender on the inside. The BBQ Chicken was tender, too. The Fried Rice w/Shrimp had great color and texture, but lacks flavor (I've had better elsewhere). The service was quick. It was only a 10 minute wait from ordering. The restaurant was clean. I'm giving them 4 Stars for the Katsu Chicken. read more

Ramen 101 - Fried Rice - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

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Good spot to go when you're craving Ramen. Friendly staff and pretty quick too. Never been disappointed when coming here!

When ever I'm craving a warm bowl of ramen this is my go to spot they also have really good BBQ plates the beef one is one of my favorites. Portions are huge so you can definitely share. This is the perfect spot for a warm meal on a cold winter day. The staff is always very nice and knowledgeable about menu items I've never had any issues with the service. read more

Ramen 101 - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

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A great fast food ramen spot. You can place your order at the cashier so there's no server here (water and drinks are self served). Ramen 101 is full of choices on the menu such as BBQ meat plate. It felt like a fusion of ramen and Hawaiian BBQ. We ordered: Black Garlic Ramen Tonkotsu Ramen Kaki Fry (Oysters 6pcs) I really enjoyed the Black Garlic Ramen. The broth was amazing. Only con was the pork was little overcooked for my taste. My wife enjoyed the Tonkotsu Ramen, but she preferred the Black Garlic Ramen because of the broth and corn. Overall, cool staff and atmosphere. read more

Ramen 101 - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

My favorite take-out place! I love to order online while I'm shopping in the vicinity. The menu has many flavorful options and you can select the spice levels. Their website notifications are great. You always find o ur in time to pick-up your food piping hot. I usually get the shoyu ramen but have been in the pork rib kick. The broth is well spiced and has a smooth creamy texture. I also really like the takoyako and get it every time. A generous portion of 8 and well sauced. read more

I took my food to go & I gotta say. Flavor is on point. I ordered spicy and it's perfect spice. PS - for those wondering this is more of an American spice level & not traditional Asian spice level. Staff was very nice. I was welcomed in. It didn't take long to make my ramen. Parking is easy. Location - Best But parking lot next door to Habit & the Pet Food store. I put my car on the charger at the Target parking lot & walked across the street to the restaurant. I will return! read more

Ramen 101 - Black Garlic Ramen - spicy - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

Our Insights: If you are feeling under the weather or just becoz its the season (Fall and winter is just in the corner) def Ramen 101 is for you. They have variety of ramen and you can customize the broth you wanted and the spice level. They also have some hawaiian combo that you can pick if you want just some rice and meat mix combo. We like ordering the spicy chicken ramen and the serving is really generous. The server/cashier knows well their menu and what they serve. They have a simple restaurant set up indoor. I just wish that they have their condiments set up back again at the tables like pre covid times. read more

Ramen 101 - Chicken Ramen - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

We enjoy getting ramen on a cold rainy day. The soup base is great. The noodles have a nice tooth to them. Service is quick and friendly.

We were all craving Ramen and went here since it was the closest Ramen location. We were the only customers for a late lunch until a couple walked in about 20 minutes later. Good ramen and good times! read more

Ramen 101 - Nov 2024 - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

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Honestly, this place closes at a great time. They offer a small dining area but the Togo option is awesome. We ordered to go because we knew they were about to close in 30min. I ordered the black garlic ramen and hubby ordered miso. Both are so delicious. If you love garlic, the black garlic is full of flavor and their egg makes it delicious because it still has a yolk that is not over cooked. The appetizer options are great .. we also ordered deep fried oysters and we asked for a spicy mayo mix to go. The parking lot outside is big enough to be able to find a space. Other stores available within the plaza and perfect to walk around to target which is only across the next plaza. Service is on Point. Hubby wasn't decided but they are alway super helpful letting us know the flavors for which soups and also which one came with the creamy broth. I love Tonkotsu if you like the creamy. Hubby loves their miso and gets it mild. Some soups have a kick to it but you can request any heat level or no heat level so whichever is to your liking. Come support local. They are great and also offer Hawaiian food not just Ramen read more

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I ordered the seafood ramen bowl, and it was absolutely delicious. The service was wonderful--the server was incredibly friendly. I had my 10-month-old grandbaby with me, and the server not only brought our food but also interacted with him and made him laugh. I really appreciated that extra kindness. The ambience was nice as well, and everyone seemed to enjoy having the baby around. Overall, I enjoyed the experience, and especially the food! read more

Solid! I've been here several times & they have yet to disappoint. Not very busy it seems like, but they do have people coming in & out. The employees are always very nice! Food comes out quick, affordable, & most importantly, delicious! The plates always come with lots of meat on a bed of steamed Broccoli & Cabbage, 2 decent sized scoops of rice, & a scoop of their macaroni salad. I also recommend their fried oysters!! I randomly decided to get it once, & now I get it every single time. I don't really eat oysters, but if it's from here, I absolutely love it, especially with their sauce. Their Hawaiian beef & chicken is delicious! The beef is sliced perfectly and marinated perfectly. The chicken is sometimes lacks some salt & sweetness in my opinion, but is tender, moist, & still good nonetheless. The rice is.. well rice! & the macaroni salad is pretty good, too. The fried oysters are amazing! Crispy crunchy layer on the outside, soft & moist on the inside. No need for the sauce, but if you opt in for it, it's gets even better! Love their stuff! read more

The taste and service was great! They served was fast also. Ambiance was nice , me and my boyfriend had a good time there. Thanks to the cook and waiters there. They made someone's life easier. read more

Tonkotsu Ramen was really flavorful. The meat was really tender & I added slight spice to the broth. The noodles were okay, not my favorite. read more

Ramen 101 - Tonkotsu Ramen - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

5 stars! I ordered the Shoyu Ramen, medium spicy, and it was delicious! The noodles are nice and thick and satisfying. The staff was friendly, the restaurant was clean, and the food was ready fast. Would highly recommend! read more

Lumpia are bomb and generally the food is good. Have always ordered take out and I am a repeat customer.

Ramen 101 exceeded my expectations! The food was absolutely delicious, with rich, flavorful broth and perfectly cooked noodles. I tried all the ramen-all superb! The toppings were fresh and well-portioned, adding great texture and flavor. Beyond the ramen, their side dishes like kaki fry/oysters, takoyaki, fried tofu were also excellent--crispy, flavorful and the perfect complement to the meal. Service was fast and friendly, and the atmosphere was casual yet welcoming. Whether you're a ramen enthusiast or just craving a hearty, comforting bowl, Ramen 101 is definitely worth a visit. I'll be coming back for more! read more

Nice authentic ramen. Really love the tonkatsu soup. They also serve Hawaiian style meat plates. Variety of choices is awesome Good service

I've been enjoying here so many times with my family that I'm embarrassed to say I haven't rated it first with my favorites. For that I apologize my good man Gaeyl who always greats us with the warmest smiles and fast service. I love the food, service and enchanting looking mountain wall that is inside as I'm eating. I'll be hungry for Ramen 101 again next week with my family and my usual delicious dish and possibly a surprise appetizer. read more

The food has been good but with today's to-go order the lid was not properly secured which resulted in some lost broth and a mess inside the bag. read more

Counter person was friendly and brought out my food quickly. Loved the flavors. Squid was delicious. Got my dish spicy, might need to try extra spicy next time. read more

Ramen 101 - Squid was tasty! - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

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This place never disappoints. I love the chicken ramen with the spicy broth. I always order it xtra broth , I get two meals out of one. So delicious!!!! read more

Do NOT order their Chicken Karaage! Been ordering Ramen from them for over a year now. Pretty good, not the best but still tasty. I ordered chicken Karagge with my Ramen today as I was craving for it. Fully regret the decision. It is so dry, over fried, the meat doesn't taste fresh. Chicken have a sour under taste. read more

Ramen 101 - Chicken Karaage-NOT recommend - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

went there recently the food yum arrived hot the soy sauce delicious the crispiness incredible , reasonable portions , reasonable price , Aaliyah totally FAB, thank you Aaliyah read more

The service is good but the food not so good Today September 13/ 1 o'clock I went to the store and order some barbecue mix and went Home I tried to eat and Find out the meat it's cold the chicken is not good taste funny and I had to throw away read more

If you need a ramen or Hawaiian bbq fix, this will do. However, the portions are smaller so you've been warned. When you walk in, it's kind of awkward the counter order then seat yourself. You almost feel rushed because you're not sure what to order and people are behind you. The entry flow doesn't work well. I ordered the chicken combo with BBQ chicken and katsu with 2 scoops of mac and one scoop of rice for $15 and a fountain drink for $2. First: the staff is super friendly, attentive and super nice. However the food was just okay. My combo chicken plate had two chicken thighs which is not anywhere near the value or expectation of a Hawaiian BBQ plate. The BBQ chicken had little to no flavor so I had to ask for soy sauce but they only had kimlan packets--- the kind from counter take out.....gah. I don't like that. Last, while I was eating, the gal was cleaning and spraying the tables around me. The cleaning product smelled very strongly like isopropyl alcohol so it was very off putting and I didn't finish my meal. read more

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Friendly staff, simple food.,,, Every time is been here the Ramen is good but not great. Then again this is a chain restaurant. I'd say order on the lighter spicy side and ask for spicy oil on the side. My 1st two times I learned that as a rule. Their grilled squid is 5/5, tempura shrimp 3/5. The Ramen, I've tried a few different broths. My favorite is the Tonkotsu, Roasted Pork just tastes like boiled pork, the rest of the fixings from the soft boiled egg, bamboo, etc are spot on. I haven't tried their Hawaiian BBQ yet to review. This is just on their ramen and sides. read more

Cute little Hawaiian/ ramen shop. Was craving for ramen and wanted to try out this chain ramen shop. Ramen 101 as its name is def an introduction ramen, but when you want the real deal go somewhere else. Service was amazing and the portions are perfect and large. Other than that all the food runs on the bland side. Presentation of the food looks great, and the pace of order to table was relatively short. Only gripe, as mentioned above, the food tends to run on the bland side, no umami or deep broth flavor. IMO, ramen is all about the deep bone broth flavor; rich and complex - which was missing. Unsure if it's a off day, but the broth was watered down and not very delicious. Will come back again to try their rice plates, but will not be ordering the ramen nor other dishes. Ratings: Ramen: 2 stars Tofu : 2 stars Gyoza: 2 stars Chicken karage: 3 stars Takoyaki: 3 stars Service: 5 stars read more

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We ordered the Build Your Own ramen with tonkotsu broth medium spice and added chicken. Broth was very flavorful with a tolerable spiciness. I appreciate the BYO option that Ramen 101 has, as I like my ramen very basic without toppings. We also ordered the grilled squid, which was excellent. Only thing I do wish is that the chicken for the ramen was sliced breast and then grilled..However, the chicken thigh did the job and had a great flavor as well. read more

Best ramen spot in town for sure everything I tried was super amazing I will be coming to this spot at least 2 a month moving forward the food was amazing love my soup extra spicy read more

Ramen 101 - Tonkotsu - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

This is based off the two times I've gone here in the last month. Our first experience would've given them 3 stars and here's why. We ordered to eat there at the restaurant, 3 different types of Ramen and an order of gyoza. The medium spice ramen didn't taste as spicy and the fish cake did not look fresh, or possibly they've had it sitting in the broth for a very long time. Anyways, let's get to the gyoza, after it was delivered to our table we waited a minute or two to cool off, the outside looks completely crispy, upon taking the first bite it is completely frozen! Yuck! We bring it to their attention so they make a new batch, again, same results. They served us frozen on the inside but burnt on the outside gyoza. All we got was a sorry after that. :/ Next visit was on 10/26 we got there 20 minutes before closing. As we enter the restaurant the young man tells us they are about to close and we can only order to-go. Fine, whatever. As we start ordering the plates we want, he stops us to say they are only serving Ramen. Ummm okay. So we start ordering the Ramens we want and what we would like in them. At that time, one of the kitchen crew interrupts and speaks to him, he then turns to us to say sorry the kitchen crew has cleaned up and is not cooking any of that either. So needless to say, we did not get ramen or a plate that night. They definitely are completely opposite of the Concord location. I do not recommend this location at all. Sucks because I really enjoy Ramen. read more

Ramen 101 - Tonkotsu Ramen - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California

Food is good, I can not take that away. The Ramen is super greasy when you try and reheat tho. Anywayz my wife and I went there last night, and the gentleman cashier charged us $4 additional for substituting garlic sauce for seafood sauce. I told the guy that NONE of the ladies have ever charged us for that. He shrugged his shoulders and said sorry with a smile. Welll tha tha tha that's all folks, we will not be back. Customer service or appreciation was not there for repeat customers. $40 is a whole lot for two bowls of soup(ramen) in this economy! read more

They have finally opened! I have been waiting for this location to open. Today we ordered our usual orders at the other locations. Tonkatsu ramen, chicken ramen, karaage, geso, and bbq mix. The flavors are as consistently good as the other locations. Broth was flavorful, toppings was just right, and fried items were crispy. Only reason why it's not a 5 star rating is because of the geso. The other locations use larger pieces and bigger portions as to the one at this location. If your looking for a great tasting ramen that is reasonably priced, I would recommend giving this place a try! read more

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This is a go-to place for my family. Food is ready quickly, and it's always good! Our favorites are the Hawaiian beef & teriyaki chicken!

Update: 9/2/2022 Island White Fish - 1.5/5 Today, I ordered the fried Island white fish lunch plate for lunch. The order was a total fail. As you can see from my previous reviews of this Ramen 101 in Antioch, my rating were very good. I look for consistency in quality and meal preparation. I have given Ramen 101 a good rating until today. I was saddened with the Island Fried White fish order today. The White fish did not come with the tartar sauce as described on the menu. A different red sauce was substituted for some odd reason. The sauce did not match the over fried dry Island white fish. You can see from my posted pics of the fried Island White fish was over fried and most likely left in the frier too long, OR it was a previous Island White fish order that was refried and sold, hence the over fried texture. The fish fillets were very thin and when biting into the breading, you could hardly taste any fish. You taste mostly the hard over fried breading (see pic 3). I could not finish this meal. I only ate at most 20% of this selection. I rarely give 1/5 reviews, but there is no excuse for the poor quality and preparation of the ISland White Fish meal. read more

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Great ramen for cold weather. Tastes like city ramen. must try it. Staff are friendly too. read more

Ramen 101 - Great ramen. Taste like city ramen. - Hawaiian Near Me - Antioch, California