It was cold and rainy Friday night. My husband and I decided to try some Black Garlic Ramen and it was delicious. We have been here before last Valentine's Day to be exact and it was sensational then and even better now ! When craving ramen look no further than Ramen 101 ! read more

I'm a fan! Great ramen place in Vallejo - broth is very flavorful! Perfect noodle soups for cold, winter days. Service was good. Go to the counter, order your food, then sit down and wait for your food. If Ramen isn't your thing, there's also BBQ plate lunch and appetizers. I recommend the Black Garlic Ramen - so good! The Miso Ramen is also good. Definitely give this place a try, and support small businesses in Vallejo. read more

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Affordable ramen that does the job! Portions were large which was a nice suprise. The black garlic ramen was flavorful and well-balanced. The pork chashu was suprisingly very well flavored! Service was timely as well, would come back! read more

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As a ramen lover, it was only right I finally make my inaugural visit to the Ramen 101 in Vallejo. Though I had my doubts, I was pleasantly surprised, especially since we ordered for takeout. Though their space is intimate, it was well-maintained, staff was friendly, and the food was good. Their menu offers more than ramen; another pleasant surprise. The Ramen 101 in Vallejo is located in the Target center where the old Starbucks used to be housed. There is plenty of free parking as this shopping center is fairly large, so if you don't find a spot right away, be patient as people are consistently coming in and out of the shops and parking spots. As noted, we placed our order to go by calling ahead, so our interaction inside the establishment was limited to picking up the food. The service we did have was friendly and efficient. The quoted pick up time was accurate and our minor customizations to the order were all correct. Our order consisted of a mix of their regular entrees and a bowl of ramen. Portions were larger than expected. Pricing definitely justified the product, though a little on the pricier side. Our full order included - Black Garlic Ramen - Hawaiian BBQ Chicken and Beef - Spam Musubi - Lumpia Ordered the Black Garlic Ramen at medium spice and enjoyed the heat (spice) level and the flavorful broth. As others have mentioned, I would have definitely loved a stronger garlic taste and the ramen noodles were a little firm, but those things did not take away from the tastiness of the dish. There was so much, I even had left overs. The Hawaiian BBQ was also very good. Also a generous portion. Spam Musubi was okay. There were two pieces, but the rice-to-spam ratio did not make it memorable enough for a repeat order in the future. Lumpia was fried to perfection. Despite driving it home in a sealed bag, it somehow made it home still crispy. Ramen 101 made a strong first impression and is a great addition to Vallejo. Looking forward to future visits and trying more things from their menu. read more

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Enjoyed the service, food, and space. The only lacking star is menu options and a little favor. Also-Where's the veggies? Ok, maybe I am in the wrong place however my son picked this spot. Prices are good for the portion. Huge!!!! No one ate all their food. We had a mixture of rice plates, ramen, and me Al's carte. Chicken Teriyaki rice plate Chicken Teriyaki Bowl Spam Musubi Spare Rib Plate Agedashi Tofu- which I loved Chicken Katsu Plate Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Tempura Shrimp Pork Rib Ramen The only thing we attacked the food before pics A redo is necessary read more

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I left Target and needed food. I decided to give them a try. Upon entering the order area is to the right. They had a menu up above and on the counter with photos. I appreciated that. Sometimes, I want to see what my food will look like before ordering. I ordered the chicken teriyaki bowl and Lumpia. The lumpia is supposed to be 6 pieces for $7. When I got the order there were only 5 pieces. I'm glad I checked my order before leaving. I gave them the lumpia and a few minutes later they gave me 7 pieces. They tasted 'okay', but were greasy. My teriyaki bowl was packed with chicken, broccoli, cabbage and white rice. Sorry I forgot the pics. I was hungry. The broccoli should have been cut up and the cabbage was hard and in large pieces. I didn't know I needed a sharp knife to cut up the veggies and chicken so I could actually eat it. I took the bowl home and added some seasonings to it to give it more taste. One thing I liked is that I had a lot of food to eat over 2 to 3 meal times, so it was definitely worth the price. read more

*** Vegetarian Review *** Ramen 101 might be small in size, probably seats 40 at most, but their vegetarian ramen packs a big punch of flavor. With a savory and rich vegetarian broth that perfectly complements the noodles and toppings, this ramen is a must-try for anyone looking for a delicious meat-free ramen option in Vallejo, CA. Food: A Service: A Location: A - it's close to Marine World if you want something better to eat Would I Come Back? Yes, already returned three times in a two week span. Comparisons: Although Akebono in Sacramento doesn't have a vegetarian ramen on the menu, you can ask for their Tan Tan vegetarian style and it is delicious. Umami Ramen in Folsom has a veggie ramen that is also very good. All of their vegetarian broths are full of flavor and all are worth checking out. Or, you can just go to any of the other Ramen 101 restaurants scattered throughout Northern California. 3 Tips for First Timers: 1. Plenty of free parking - it's a parking lot with Target as the anchor store. 2. Not a lot of seating. You order at the counter and please follow the rules ... order first, sit later. 3. There are other vegetarian items on the menu like agedashi tofu, vegetable tempura, and edamame. Veggie Ramen ($14.99, Grade A): As a vegetarian, it can be tough to find a good bowl of ramen that doesn't rely on meat-based broths for its flavor. That's why Ramen 101's vegetarian ramen is such a breath of fresh air. With a vegetarian broth that's packed with umami flavor and a satisfying array of toppings like tofu, bean sprouts, green onions, Kikurage mushrooms (wood ear), and bamboo shoots, this ramen is a standout option for any vegetarian looking for a delicious, filling, and satisfying meal. The portion size of their vegetarian ramen was impressive. I've had plenty of vegetarian ramen bowls that left me feeling hungry afterwards, but that's not the case here. The portion size is very generous, and the amount of noodles in the bowl allows you to just keep going back for more. Not often do you have enough noodles to last until you run out of the broth. The tofu is also nicely prepared, cut into perfect sized cubes that make it easy to pick up with chopsticks. Bottom Line: Overall, I had a fantastic experience at Ramen 101 in Vallejo, CA. Their vegetarian ramen is a standout dish thanks to its delicious and flavorful vegetarian broth, which can be hard to come by in other ramen restaurants. The portion size of the ramen is very generous and you won't feel hungry two hours later. If you're a vegetarian looking for a great meal, Ramen 101 will not disappoint. read more

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This place only take order for to go if you come 15 minutes to close what restaurant does that?

Happy that Vallejo finally has a ramen restaurant! First, there are two entrances. One closer to AT&T and one near a liquor store or facing a huge parking lot. This Ramen 101 used to the home of a Starbucks (that is now diagonal to the spot). The door near the liquor store is near the register where you're supposed to order. Remember, order first then find a table. I ordered the Black Garlic. Like my review for the Concord location, I am not a big fan of their noodles. It's thick, and I prefer thin ramen noodles. The broth is tasty, does not have that oily-ness to it and not heavy but may need a bit more garlic. They add garlic cloves, too. The ramen came with an egg which is great. Self serve for water, sauces and napkins. They offer other eats as well such as Hawaiian bbq chicken, crab Rangoons, etc Overall, Ramen 101 is a great addition to Vallejo. read more

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I can understand why people would get confused about the ordering. They do have a sign that says order first then take a seat. Everyone was very polite especially t while we chose our meal, which was really good. The broth was delicious. It was nice and spicy not overwhelming with the spice. The noodles were kinda bland overall the dish was good. I think if they got handmade noodles, it would send it over the top. The vibe was pretty chill. I sat in the back corner. I was just people watching enjoying the evening. They have music playing. It's so nice ambience. I would definitely repeat read more

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Ramen 101 is a solid ramen spot. It doesn't came close to places like Mensho or Marufuku Ramen, but it can still hit the spot when you're craving some ramen. My favorite is the Tonkatsu ramen, it's super creamy and the meat is full of flavor. The workers are always super friendly and go beyond the usual small talk in restaurants. It's a decently large seating area inside, and after going 8+ times I never struggle finding seating for a group. The food comes out quick so it creates a good cycle of people coming in and out. read more

Ramen 101 - Tonkatsu Ramen (extra spicy) - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

The name (101) was obvious to not expect traditional Ramen. Not a bad thing at all, but worth mentioning for the Ramen heads out there. The city of Vallejo lacks great eats so this is a plus. Something to get you by without driving the distance. Tonkotsu Ramen has different hot spice levels. Opted for medium as I wanted to taste rather than have it masked. It's not deep or complex at all. For those who are sensitive to the traditional rich broth, I can imagine you may give this a thumbs up. Chicken Karaage is far from authentic, given they use star anise. I would not order this again personally. I prefer the traditional recipe instead that I'm use to. Grilled squid was different. It's smothered in teriyaki sauce which was OK for the first few bites. After awhile, I started to wish it was plain with just salt. Simple is better. Having the sauce on the side would enhance this tremendously. A rating of 3 is not bad. It means I would return, but not at a heartbeat. On return visit I would skip the appetizers. read more

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We discovered this place about two weeks ago and have been there twice since. We like ramen and they make really tasty soups. The ramen soups are hearty, flavorful, and serves as a very satisfying meal. We also ordered the whole squid and that is quite yummy too. Their rice plates look quite delicious but haven't tried it because we really enjoy the ramen. The place is clean and the service is fast and efficient. We will definitely be back. read more

We've actually bought food here before. This probably our 3rd or 4th coming here. Service and food has been consistently good. We have never had any issues with our food or orders. I would, though, like to have extra bbq or teriyaki sauce for the bbq items. While the bbq meat already have flavor, I would prefer to have the extra sauce. In my picture, you can see there isn't sauce on it but it does have the teriyaki bbq flavor. Other than that, food is good. read more

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Fast pace sit down but fast food place. You order at the counter and food is brought to you. I like the fact that they don't just have ramen; it's ramen or Hawaiian BBQ. Appetizers for purchase as well. I wasn't in the mood for ramen so I did go with the spare rib plate with a few appetizers. Lumpia - 6/10 - I was starving... a good amount of portion. No sweet and spicy sauce though. Only sweet and sour Gyoza- 8/10 - I love that they are deep fried. I hate when potstickers are slimy. No sauce was given but soy sauce and hot oil which I combined and did the job. Spare rib(Hawaiian BBQ)- 7/10 nothing out of the norm. Food was hot. Everything that I ordered came to about $70 2 appetizer, 2 Hawaiian BBQ meals and 2 drinks. Silverware(disposable) is placed in middle of table at all times along with chopsticks. If you want extra sauce just make sure you ask.. they only provide 1. read more

Ramen 101 - Spare rib plate - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

Came here for lunch and was really happy that they had the Niners vs Seahawks game on. There is plenty of parking so finding a spot should be less of your worries. Walked into the location and find plenty of tables available. You have to order your food first before you sit. I ordered the Black Garlic Ramen, Miso Ramen and Geso Fry (fried squid legs). The Black Garlic Ramen was delicious but my favorite was the Geso Fry. My son ordered the Miso Ramen (mild) and he enjoyed it. There is all gender restroom in the facility but only for customers of course. The restaurant was clean and the staff was very friendly! Will definitely return for my dose of ramen. read more

Ramen 101 - Perfect for a rainy Saturday - Black Garlic Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

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It's great to see more restaurant choices in vallejo. I m not new to ramen 101. I have been to several other locations before. Black garlic ramen is my favorite at all time. I would think prefer they make it more garlicky but overall it's very good consider we don't have a typical ramen place in vallejo! They also have Hawaiian bbq. That's definitely better than L&L. Lol. Portion is huge! It gets busy all the time but the wait is not long and the service is fast. read more

Ramen 101 - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

Your girl is a fan! I miss the days of working in SF before Covid when I could drop into my fav Ramen restaurant and catch what was being thrown down in the kitchen. ALAS, those days are no more .. but I can catch a reminiscent vibe with Ramen 101. My friend and I were craving noodles and some catch-up girl time...so we decided to pop in since we wanted try but hadn't made it over. Vibe was good, but definitely felt like I was in the old Starbucks that moved across the plaza. It's cozy- casual and budget friendly for quick delicious eats. Definitely going back on those cold fall/ winter nights Ciao for now... read more

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I've been here twice and both times were unimpressive. Ordered the black garlic ramen and the tonkatsu ramen. Noodles weren't very soft and the broth was mediocre. I will say the service is fast. Dining room is on the smaller but have never had an issue getting a table. This wouldn't be something I'd go out of my way to try, but decent for the Vallejo area. read more

I have not tried many ramen places, making this my second ramen restaurant that I have tried. Ramen 101 is so far is scrumptious. From the time we ordered to the time we got our food, I would probably say we were waiting no more than 10 minutes. It was quick service for sure. My bowls temperature was a perfect hot. I did not burn my tongue. My ramen bowl was so so so good with buttery shrimp that literally melted in my mouth! read more

Ramen 101 - Seafood ramen bowl - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

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I caught up with a friend of mine and we ordered and paid at the front. The service was quick as we sat down with our number and waited for our food. The music was playing pretty loudly and I wish it were a bit quieter because it was hard to hear my friend during our dinner. The edamame was warm and nicely salted. The fried squid legs were crispy and delicious. The pork tonkotsu ramen had a delicious rich broth that wasn't too heavy. My only critiques are the egg and pork weren't hot and I didn't really like the taste of the chashu pork. I also tried the chicken katsu rice plate and it was like a standard katsu, which came with rice, Mac salad, and steamed veggies. The portion was generous and lasted me two meals. The food is good and I would come back and try more foods. read more

Ramen 101 - Edamame and fried squid legs - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

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I had the seafood Ramen it was delicious. Had it with the pork broth instead of vegetable

I was going to have Japanese for lunch and saw this place. Decided to try a new spot. Glad I changed course. Staff is very friendly and offered recommendation when I asked. Ended up ordering Seafood Ramen. Food came out very fast. Nicely presented. Started with slurping the broth. Very tasty, seasoned to be a nice part of the dish. Noodles are good. Seafood was nicely cooked. I liked my lunch a lot. I'll be back. read more

Ramen 101 - Seafood Ramen. Very good! - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

The long awaited Ramen 101 is finally opened in Vallejo. It took awhile. I get it. We're in a pandemic and 5hi7 happens. My family and I tried three different bowls of ramen and grilled whole squid. Super delicious! First, I think the best ramen is not only flavorful, but by the last slurp it doesn't leave your mouth "salty." I've been to a few ramen spots that start off super delicious, but by the end I felt like I chugged down saltwater. I didn't feel this way with Ramen 101. I ordered the Black Garlic Ramen. Yes, they made it with enough garlic, but not too much. Just right for me. The noodles were cooked to perfection almost al dente. I thought one more slice of pork would make the whole thing perfect, but I'm not mad at the portions. I order my non-spicy so I can adjust the spiciness on my own. I love corn and bamboo shoots. If there's an ingredient you don't like, you can ask to remove it. At least that's what I did for my mom's order, she didn't want bamboo shoots. I gave my mom and dad's and sister's orders a taste as well. Mom and dad ordered Shoyu Ramen, and my sis ordered Tonkotsu Ramen. Their orders were tasty as well. My next visit I'll probably order the Seafood order. The soup bowls are huge. I had plenty left over for lunch the next day. The grilled whole squid was tasty. It was covered in sweet and sour sauce. I dipped it in red pepper sauce. The sweet and sour combined with spicy hit the spot. I'm giving this place five stars for yummy ramen and grilled squid and their quickness in cleaning the table after a party leaves. They understand that they're limited in space and want to make sure the next party can find a place to enjoy their food. I'll definitely return here. read more

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Horrible service, rude staff wouldn't even acknowledge us to order. Finally after about 10 minutes he waved his finger at us and didn't say another word, so we left. Would rate 0 if possible. read more

Service: shy but friendly Ambiance: hip/trendy, clean; good for dates and/or families Food... Ramen - I ordered the black garlic ramen the three times I came here. I'm weak so I asked for non-spicy and (for my fellow weak sauces) it still had an ever-so-slight "kick" to it but was very tasty Whole grilled squid - soft, a bit chewy (but not too much), ever so slight crunch where it's charred = perfection. Topped off with savory sweet sauce. OmNomNom. Nom. Their menu is super robust so I haven't even tried everything yet but I plan to try EVERYTHING and yes, will report back! read more

Ramen 101 - Black garlic ramen (requested non-spicy spice level) - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

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The food is good I usually get the Hawaiian bbq beef I love it so tender and juicy full of flavor! The love the Mac salad simple but good and they always hook it up with a good portion I could share a plate with my mom. The service is good the girl at yen counter was sweet gave me extra sauces and napkins but there was a older gentleman he had a sour look on his face towards me I'm not sure if he had attitude or just his face haha but not very customer friendly. But would definitely eat here again and again! read more

So I called about 45mins ahead of time so I don't have to wait too long and just pick up my food. I got there and the guy looked everywhere my order wasn't ready. I was disappointed but he actually apologetic and took care of my order asap. The miso soup was good but the noodles just kind of hard for me. Mixed Hawaiian BBQ was actually good. At the end I was satisfied with their service and food. Inside was clean. read more

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Hubby and I decided to get take out from this place. We order the Bbq mix plate for me, appetizers of gyoza & crab rangoon and a chicken rice bowl for hubby. The place is set up that you order first and then take a seat at any table if you dine in. We sat at table and they brought out our bag of food which was packaged up very nicely with napkins, utensils and sauces/condiments for our food. The portions were very generous and we enjoyed everything! The bbq mix plate and rice bowl was big enough for two meals each! Everything was cooked perfectly and so delicious. I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu and especially the ramen!! I am so glad we have new place in town to frequent. read more

HOLY MERCY if you want ramen that's ready fast and amazing then look NO FURTHER. The seafood ramen SPICY is outstanding, the shrimp was hefty, the scallops were the right texture and flavor; The broth was smooth yet spicy and the noodles were perfectly cooked. The black Garlic ramen was buttery and garlicky so you can't get any better than that, why ask for more than Butter and garlic?! Crab Rangoon was crunchy, hot and delicious Keep up the good work. read more

1st time here and my experience was great! Food- servings are for sharing!! So if you think you're grabbing something small for a solo flight.. it isn't . Broth- Yummy!! I don't eat noodles but ordered broth ($6.0), med spicy. Delish! It's porky creaminess really rubbed my soul. Gyoza- nothing out of the ordinary, but I was excited it comes with the Pot sticker sauce combo! I haven't seen this packet since early 2000! Super exited! Ha Karage, yum! Crunchy and seasoned well Vegetable tempura- too much veggies for me in one plate. Although delish, it left hoping they had a combo shrimp and veggie tempura Overall great experience, one star less because I don't really like any of their sauces except for the potsticker packet. read more

On a cold rainy day I wanted some warm soup. So we decided to try Ramen101, and I ended up not getting ramen. Lol. Very small location, but very clean. You order at the counter get a number and get your drink from the refrigerator. Then pick your table and make your number sign visible. The food comes out quickly. The meals come in To go containers, which is good because it's a lot of food. Next time we will share one entree. My mix BBQ came with one whole boneless thigh, bbq beef and one huge Kalbi rib sitting on a healthy bed of steamed cabbage and broccoli, served with two scoops of rice and one scoop of Mac salad. The food was very good and the portions were generous. I didn't weigh my meal, but it felt like it was 5 lbs. Everything well seasoned, came out piping hot and moist and juicy. (Yes, I said moist, LOL) Areas of improvement? 1. Update the website prices to match location pricing. Ex. BBQ Mix, Website $15, in store $17 2. Work with employees on being attentive (smile when customer walks in, welcome them, offer to answer questions. read more

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Best Ramen I've had in a long time for a great price. Medium spicy level was perfect!!

I think I've been to Ramon 101 at least five times now. With how cold the weather has been, a comfort food like ramen is at the top of my list. I am also basic and get the same thing every time: tonkatsu ramen with bbq chicken. The broth is so rich and flavorful and the chicken brings its own elevation of flavor when mixed into the soup. I cannot speak to service or ambience because I've only ever ordered takeout. But when I do order, my food is ready fairly wuci read more

Ramen 101 - My tonkatsu ramen with bbq chicken - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

Delicious new ramen spot in Vallejo! We ordered BBQ Chicken, Black Garlic Ramen, Lumpia and Gyoza. All of which were very flavorful and fresh. The portions are large and we had plenty of leftovers to bring home after. Such a joy to have a second chance to enjoy it again! The lot is in a busy plaza that also houses Target and soon to be Pet Smart, but many people come and go so parking is not an issue. It is also conveniently located towards the end side of a plaza so you're able to be in and out quickly. The area needed this cuisine so I'm glad it's there. A great place to regularly visit, as the menu has many choices and there's something there for everyone. read more

Ramen 101 - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

Ate here because we were hungry after getting our taxes done . Wife got one of the ramen bowls which was very tasty (sorry don't remember the exact item) I had the bbq combo plate which had plenty of food and was tasty. The place only had packets of soy sauce etc which were very difficult to open without metal utensils. read more

Ive been to several different ramen 101 locations before, and order the same thing: tonkotsu ramen with no spice, green onions, and bean sprouts. Today i came with my friend and we each got a bowl, both bowls were just barely halfway full! At the other ramen 101 locations ive gone to, the exact same order would take up nearly the whole bowl. Im disappointed :( read more

Ramen 101 - Tonkotsu ramen with no bean sprouts or green onion - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California

I am super impressed with the food here. I have been here twice in 2 days, unfortunately one of my soup lid containers wasn't on all the way and leaked out in my bag and had bad experience for my first try. The bbq mix that survived was very tasty. I let them know today and they were very nice and gave me a replacement noodle. I got the tonkatsu ramen and was impressed by all the fresh toppings and flavor! read more

I like this place. The food was very good. Love the seafood ramen. You order at the counter. I will be going back .

Ramen 101 This is my first time here. You order at the counter first before you pick your seats. You are given a number to display at your table. They bring you what you ordered. I ordered the Tonkatsu. The soup is better enjoyed at the site. The noodles are cooked just right. I picked mild spice. The pork tastes like lechon to me. The mushroom tastes like mushroom. All mushrooms taste the same to me. It is very filling. You have to come to this establishment hungry. read more

Ramen 101 - Tonkatsu (Pork) - Ramen Near Me - Vallejo, California