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    Ramen Station

    4.1 (172 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    May D.

    Came here based on a recommendation of a family member who saw this place on Social Media. Walking in the restaurant, you'll feel as if you are at a train station in Japan. Ordering in done on a kiosk by the entrance, definitely a cashless mode of payment. You can either sit in individual booths, or tables further inside, or behind the store with a beautiful view. Order a few creamy Ramens, including the Black Garlic Ramen and the Charshu (Pork Belly) Rice bowl. All menu items were not expensive at all. One the food was ready, the number is announced by the window where it's picked up. By far, one of the best Ramens I have had, the Charshu Rice Bowl was the BOMB! The pork bell was so tender! If you like ramen and experience the ambiance of ramen being served at a train station like Japan, this is definitely a place you want to check out!

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    Jimmy C.

    Zero human interaction; perfect for individuals like me who dines solo. But there's also three takeaways: no wifi, contactless payment, and nothing to see inside the secret kitchen. The moment my brother and I stepped in, it felt like we'll be receiving our boarding passes towards our favorable destination. There, we got to see the train passing from one stop very long to the other throughout urban Osaka on a flat screen TV. Outside, we see plenty of boats, including an expensive yacht parked at the shores. This is Ramen Station here at Embarcadero Oakland. While my brother ordered Deluxe Black Garlic Tonkotsu, I chose the Veggie Shoyu. While my brother have chashu and egg, I have sansai mizuni. Anything else were given the same ingredients. I like the thick ramen though, but buckwheat soba would be a healthier option. My brother came to Ramen Station more than once. Perhaps the interior made it look interesting, especially with Manga drawings. Ramen Station won't be my last destination for dining on ramen noodles soup bowl. I'm sure there's plenty of foodie locations that even the Japanese bullet train will head to.

    Andrew R.

    Interesting dining concept - right when I walked in I was a bit confused what was going on. I went around 4pm and there weren't any other people, so it was quiet except the train announcements. I had the spicy tan tan ramen and it was tasty. Super flavorful and the portion size was massive. I think this was probably the biggest ramen serving I've ever had. The lack of free water is really annoying, as you have to pay $3 for a bottle. Also the speaker announcements get a bit annoying after a while, and that's coming from someone who loves trains/transportation :3 Overall this definitely feels more like a place you'd order to go - the ramen is good but the dining experience is lacking.

    Caitlin N.

    I didn't know what to expect but my friend said she wanted to try this place so we went right after she picked me up from the airport. I was pleasantly surprised with how good the ramen was, as well as how easy it was to order. I got the tan tan men which was the right level of spice. The ground meat was also cooked to perfection! My friend got their tonkatsu and liked it a lot too. There's a few seats inside but we wanted to go outdoors since it was such a nice day out. There is only one table but this kind fellow customer let us share the table with them. Overall, a great experience and I'd definitely go back.

    John R.

    Amazing food and fast services! Self-service style is friendly for the I- person avoid contact with others.

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    Kaitlyn L.

    For the days you want a solid solo meal, no human interaction, and some background noise - Ramen Station is a great option for you. There isn't lots of seating inside for the solo booths, but I've also never seen this spot crowded so never had a problem. If you're trying this spot with a group, there are a few outdoor tables available. I got the Deluxe Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen + $3 double deckered spam musubi (combo, it's $4 purchased on its own) while my friend opted for the Original Tonkatsu Ramen. She ended up taking some of the separate spice included with mine. Deluxe Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen (4.5/5): Personally, I prefer thin ramen noodles so this option was a hit for me. The broth was rich, and tasty, the chashu was surprisingly delicious, and I enjoyed my egg. Only knocked off that half star because if given the choice, I would have asked for my noodles extra firm. They definitely get a little soggy a few minutes into your meal. Still enjoyed it when I took my leftovers to-go. Spam Musubi (5/5): For an added $3, I'll take it. It was a generous size and actually tasted really good. Again, unexpected. I do wish there were water cups or options to order it instead of defaulting to the vending machines for a drink. The drinks were a bit more expensive than I thought, so if you enjoy a liquid with your meals, bring a water bottle! Overall would come back again on one of those days. I enjoyed the background noise imitating the train stations in Japan, all the announcements, as they draw attention away from the slurping noises.

    Meifen C.

    The soup base is so rich and my kids like it! Nice view outside and can relax after eating.

    Deluxe Tonkotsu Ramen
    Ellie L.

    Got the deluxe tonkatsu ramen and have no complaints. Transported me back to Japan which was so nice because I've been missing it since my trip in April. Broth is rich and flavorful, chashu was so tender, and the noodles were perfectly bouncy. Portion was also HUGE. Soft boiled egg was also perfectly jammy. No complaints! Love the touches like a little wet napkin and the no tipping policy. Truly felt like I was back in Tokyo. Note: bring your own beverage as beverage prices are a little steep.

    Deluxe Tonkotsu Ramen Delish!!
    Chris K.

    Very good Ramen broth, meat tasty and tender. Noodle selection very good. Well packaged.

    Michelle M.

    I recommend trying this place at least once to experience an introverted dining experience where you don't interact with any of the staff. You walk in and order at the kiosk computer. A window opens up with your food. You take it and sit down in a cubby type sitting area. The food had a lot of rice. They have to go containers out for you to grab. Also it means you don't have to ask a human being for anything. The vending machine for drinks ate my friend's money and of course there was nobody we could ask to help. Or maybe there was but we didn't take the time to do so. Food was good. It had a subway train station theme.

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    Margaret W.

    Ramen Station is off of 880, along the Embarcadero. Great spot for solo diners. Def not a large group place. Great take out option also Place your order on one of the tablets. The interface is the same as Sizzling Lunch's. Pick the menu items you want, add them to your cart and checkout. You can customize what toppings you'd like, what type of noodle, and salt level. Note- I opted for light salt but still felt it was still salty. Your order will be sent to the kitchen and will be ready in a few minutes. Maybe 7 min. For take out ramen- you can choose to have the broth separate so as not to have soggy noodles. Ample parking. Go during the day.

    Keita S.

    This place is interesting ambiance. Japanese station..haha! Ramen is good.Self service and maybe Togo is main. Good place.

    Cindy C.

    Delicious and no tipping is required, since you're doing all the work. The only improvement is the ramen eggs- feel likes it's always overcooked. Great place for solo dining!! Eat and go!

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    Love the food and experience, decorations, bright colors and the unique & over all set up.

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    So good. Fun vibe. Fast, tasty, and FAST! If you want a quick bit that is filling and satisfying, come here!

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    this was a fun experience, but I wish that the drinks were easier to order. I brought my kids back on the weekend, they really liked it too.

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    Ask the Community - Ramen Station

    Is the ramen made by humans on site? Or is it made by robots?

    The ramen and other offerings are made by humans behind the wall onsite when you order it.

    Dropped by here on three Fridays now and it's been shuttered every time with a sign that says it's closed due to an equipment malfunction. Is it permanently closed?

    They are open 7 days a week now

    Is Ramen Station open the weekend? My friend went there last Sunday and you were closed.

    They get very busy doing the weekdays special Saturday really packed. They running out supplies Ingredient they on n off Sunday open. There other restaurants down street like the Boat house restaurant pretty good all so take a walk down side hotel.

    Why is it closed? Will it be reopening?

    They're open 7 days a week now

    Are there non pork options? Like no pork meat or no broth based pork?

    They have veggie shoyu ramen and unagi rice bowl.

    Is there parking close by?

    Yes. The complex has its own parking lot.

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    The food was so good! The ramen broth, amazing. We continue to come back for more!…read more My husband loves the garlic Ramen and I always get the signature. Raman never fails. It's amazing.

    So glad I found this hidden gem in Piedmont. I came with two friends on a Friday night around 7pm,…read moreand as expected for a small spot, there was a long wait. We were seated about an hour later, but once we got in, the service was quick and efficient. We ordered a mix of items to share: * Enoki chips - absolutely addicting. Perfectly crispy with a great crunch, and the umami spice on the side took them to another level. * Chicken karaage - tasty overall, but the glaze was poured over everything. I would've preferred it on the side to keep the texture crisp. * Kani hand roll - super fresh and flavorful; didn't even need soy sauce. * Ikura & hotate hand roll - generous portion and very fresh, again no soy needed. * Garlic Knockout ramen - lives up to the name. Rich, deeply garlicky broth that was bold and delicious. * Signature smoked toripaitan ramen - flavorful without being overly heavy (which I prefer). The chashu was tender and the noodles tasted fresh. I was blown away by the food, I haven't had ramen this good in a long time. The restaurant clearly runs efficiently, turning tables quickly despite the wait. I'll definitely be back

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    4.3(610 reviews)
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    Literally my favorite meal in awhile. I was so surprised by this little spot in Jack London that…read moreI've had in my list for awhile. Decor is stunning first of all. Like tropical, anime, paradise? The service was so quick! I had barely gone to the bathroom after ordering and my food was out. Our server was so kind and attentive too. I love that they're all in power ranger cosplay too. Drinks and menu were unique and fun! I loved my highball which came with a Pokémon card. The gyoza was handmade on my ramen and the broth was so flavorful and comforting. Best of all, they could accommodate my kids! They have a mini kids ramen that was perfect for them. They both ate so much! Needless to say, I will be back. This is a must try if you're in Jack London.

    Came on an early Saturday evening with a party of four and got seated right away. The first thing…read morethat stands out is how friendly the staff is here with their communal greeting as soon as you arrive. You are literally waited on with excellent service, our server today was N and they were phenomenal at what they do. We loved the anime themed "uniforms " and matching decor that instantly transported us back into classic 90s anime nostalgia. The cocktails and food are colorful and delightful to peruse but honestly don't think too hard about it. Everything on here looks great and taste even better. Highlights for us during this trip, where the Pikachu burger and the steak Ramen, which features spicy yet flavorful broth and generous portion sizes for everything. We tried the passionfruit highball that came with an exclusive Pokémon card, which is a great garnish that tickled my inner child. Would not hesitate in coming back and trying more of their offerings.

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    The worst yakitori I have ever had. All round no one liked their ramen as well (6 ppl). I normally…read morereserve one stars for food health hazards but this was terrible. Ordered the chicken thigh, chicken skin, and tofu scallion yakitori. Chicken thigh yakitori- cold meat that was clearly old frozen meat. Biting into this was like biting into a spongy mush slab tasting only strange water excretions and the overwhelming teriyaki sauce drenching it. 0/10 Chicken skin yakitori - expected a fried skin lightly seasoned item. Received regular mushy chicken skin with no flavor or pan searing, baking, frying nothing. Again drowned in teriyaki sauce. 0/10 Tofu scallion yakitori - tough, old, and dry tofu on a stick drenched in teriyaki sauce again. 0/10 I have never received such horrible food. All other ramen orders at the table also mentioned bland broths.

    Sobo. So good! I got one of the signature ramens, Black Garlic Mayu. The combination of pork bone…read morebroth with roasted black garlic oil is layered in its complexity and oh so satisfying. The Chashu pork, Ajitama egg, bamboo shoots, bok choy, and garlic cloves are delicious and nutritious! Well worth $19.50. It's a huge bonus that they have my favorite sake, the Demon Slayer. The service is polite, the food comes out quickly and there are plenty of tables. Nothing fancy, but a nice place to have noodles with friends.

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    Tada Ramen & Yakitori

    4.4(133 reviews)
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    Ambiance is pleasant here. It is another ramen restaurant that replaced the one before it, but is…read morerenovated nicely. I got the tonkotsu ramen and my partner for the yuzu ramen. The tonkotsu was delicious and creamy! The yuzu was mote sour than my preference, but my partner enjoyed it.

    Tada Ramen & Yakitori in Oakland was a bit of a rainy day pivot for us. I'll start by saying I'm…read morehella biased, I love Marufuku over in Temescal, but we wanted to dine in for lunch and found out they were only doing pickup. So we ended up here instead. For starters, we got the enoki chips, and they were such a fun, unique treat. Super crispy with a great texture, I'd absolutely order them again. We also tried the Tada bun. It was good, but it felt like it was missing something to really make it pop. I really appreciated the variety on the menu, especially the starters and curries. There are so many options that I'd definitely come back to try something different next time. If you're vegan, this is actually a great spot. They have three vegan ramen options, which felt special since most places only offer one. My partner ordered the spicy vegan ramen and thought it was terrific, though we both agreed the broth wasn't as rich as we're used to. I ordered the Tonkotsu ramen, but unfortunately, it didn't quite hit the mark for me. The broth felt a bit underwhelming, and the pork flavor came across stronger than I expected. That said, I'd definitely come back, especially because of the thoughtful vegan options. Next time, I'll probably try the Chashu Bowl, which looked really good when it came out at another table. The space isn't very big, so it's probably not ideal for groups larger than 4-6, but it would be great for a casual date night or cozy lunch.

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    Delicious ramen! The chopped onions were a really nice, refreshing touch. Portion sizes were just…read moreright. The matcha panna cotta was delicious too. We walked over on a weekday night at 5:30 pm and were seated immediately with no wait. Restaurant started getting crowded around 6/6:30.

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    The Ramen shop never seems to disappoint in Rockridge Oakland. My husband and I often like to go in…read moreand grab a cocktail at the bar. The drinks are very flavorful and strong. For New Year's Eve we went to the special event at the Ramen shop for the first time and really enjoyed ourselves with Japanese appetizers a DJ and great drink. On normal days, we like to catch the appetizers with a bowl of Ramen or my husband's favorite is the fried rice!!! It's a little smaller inside, but it's intimate and very cozy. Staff is often very helpful and quick.

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    Nice spot in the afternoon! Haven't been for dinner…read more A friend and I came in late afternoon and had a few beers and sakes with a happy hour deal and ordered a ramen bowl each. The chashu buns were really good, but the ramen could've had more flavor. I would say this isn't a specialty ramen place (despite its name) but a nice, casual ramen spot to satisfy the craving.

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