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.

So sad to see that Ramen Hiroshi has closed. This was the best spot for ramen on Park Street, and…read morewe'll really miss having it so close to home. The staff was always friendly, the food was great, and it was a great, cozy spot to meet up with friends.

We wanted to eat ramen since my boyfriend was craving it and we had some chores to do around…read moreAlameda. There was a few tables but relatively empty at around noon on a Saturday. I really wish I liked this spot but the whole experience was pretty mid. The service was great - the hostess/server was attentive and sweet. It looked like there were only two people working (one person in the back cooking and one person in the front of house). The atmosphere itself is kind of basic looking and quiet. As for the food (the most important part), it was pretty disappointing and didn't really taste authentic to me. 1/5 - Renkon Mentai Ae - this was a hard eat for me, but I feel like it can be better if they torched the mayo. 5/5 - Green Tea - the hot roasted green tea was so good that I had to ask them where they purchased their tea! 2/5 - Miso Ramen - the broth didn't really taste like your typical miso ramen (it tasted kind of weird), the toppings were a bit strange to me (e.g., chopped cabbage, big chunks of scallions), the egg was overcooked, BUT the ramen noodles itself were pretty tasty and slightly el dente. Overall, it's definitely cheaper than some ramen spots around the area, but would no be my go-to.

Gotta drop my review down to 3.5 stars based on my visit last Sunday. In the short time since my…read morefirst review, this place seems to have changed ownership, given the significant change in ambiance and decor (and good luck "grand opening" plant at the entrance). I don't understand why the owners have put a Guan Yu shrine near the ordering tablets, which is neither Japanese nor has any connection to what was at least once a JR-themed restaurant. The restaurant wasn't playing the station chimes or showing the station stops on the TVs when we were there, but instead it was totally silent inside while the TVs played random Japanese programming. There are new fan art canvases based on various animes hung on the walls, but again, they have nothing to do with the former theme of the restaurant, and everything combined just broke the immersion of what was once an incredibly unique, creative experience. I was really disappointed, especially since I brought my cousin here to try the ramen for the first time, which is at least still as delicious as it used to be. But they got his order wrong, both the food and the drink, which made for a poor impression (and also leaves one wondering how you get help for an issue like that at a place that's totally contactless and devoid of human interaction). It was good while it lasted, and while the ramen is great (went with the black garlic, added spice, and got the thick noodles), I'm not sure I'd make another trip all the way over here when half the allure is now gone. Sorry, Ramen Station, but I think my fascination with your restaurant is over.

Ramen Station is hands down one of the best ramen spots in the Bay Area. What really sets it apart…read moreis the fully contactless experience, which is both efficient and fun. Walking in feels like stepping into a Japanese train station--bright colors, bold art on the walls, and TVs playing scenic views from a Japanese train ride. Below the screens are self-ordering kiosks where you customize everything yourself. My go-to order every time: Spicy Tan Tan Ramen -- 10/10. The broth is rich, creamy, and perfectly spicy with a sesame-infused base. It comes with ground pork, seaweed, green scallions, corn, and woodear mushrooms. I usually substitute the woodear mushrooms for shiitake mushrooms, add pickled pink ginger, ask for light salt, and choose skinny noodles. I love that you can customize toppings and noodle thickness exactly how you want. Once you pay, a receipt prints with your number. You wait until your number is called over the radio--when it happens, a train bell rings, and your number flashes above the serving window like you're boarding a train. Such a cool touch. Portions are generous, flavors are always bold, and the ramen is consistently packed and satisfying. If you're taking it to go, they offer solid packaging options so you can reheat everything properly at home. Tip: skip the paper bags--they don't hold up well. Get the box and handle with care. I come here often, and even after trying other ramen spots, nothing compares. Ramen Station is a true 5-star, contactless ramen experience. Highly recommend.

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.

food was savory, service was exceptional. and the prices…read morewere very inexpensive. Definitely got bang for my buck.

Delicious, fresh bouncy and velvety noodles! We got the eggplant and minced pork noodles, so silky,…read moresweet and savory, and the chongqing noodle soup, which had a nice Szechuan peppercorn kick to it. Easily going to be one of my new go-to spots!

I was soooo excited to try this place after seeing all the rave reviews on Yelp. I was picking up…read moremy dog from the groomer and decided to try them out since I'm in the area. When I walked in - I wasn't sure if I walked in the right place as there are two separate entrances? I asked the guy if this was the right place he said yes. I asked if there's menu so he pointed me out to the menu. I grabbed a table and he asked me if I was ordering for dine in, I said yes. No one else was there besides me. I looked through the menu and decided to get the 10 pcs nigiri for $29. I decided to treat myself. Took him a while to make the food, which was fine I was scrolling through my phone When I got my food it looked kinda sad - the rice is v dry and the fish looks ok. When I had my first bite the rice ultimately fell apart, the same w the rest of the nigiri's. The fish didn't taste fresh at all - le sigh. I would probably go back to try either the ramen or the dim sum. But im good w the fish.

I came in as soon as they opened, so I have to give them a pass since I waited 15 mins to get…read moresomeone First time Interior design is so pretty with high ceilings and amazing posters The wait is worth it because the food is amazing Loved all the food we got Will come again

I was craving hand pulled noodles and I heard this spot was popular for it so why not try it out…read more I ordered the M3 beef combo Malatang (Medium) spicy, they also gave me a free side dish on the house which was really nice of them. The hand pulled noodles were soo stretchy and chewy. The dish itself was very well balanced along with the spice. The side dish that they gave me was cool and refreshing. It complimented the noodle dish really well. Definitely recommend checking this spot out if you're into hand pulled noodles. Try it out if you like. :)

Been here several times! It will not disappoint!!! The pulled noodles and dumplings are my go to!…read moreThe chile oil is sooooo good and they sell it in a jar to take home! We came for lunch and dined inside. It's a small little space that feels very cozy and we got the tiger salad with the pork dumplings and the lamb slider. It came with one, but these sliders are huge and well worth it. Located right off of Park Street where you can walk off your food in the neighborhood by visiting nearby shops. There is no parking lot but street parking in the neighborhood is available. The restaurant I believe is family owned and very friendly and helpful!

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.

I hit up Itani Ramen on a random Tuesday evening with some friends. The spot itself is solid. It's…read morethat medium-sized, industrial-chic aesthetic that Oakland loves. I liked the layout; the seating kind of wraps around the open kitchen, like we're all spectators in a delicious production. It's a nice design that allows you to feel the energy without being jammed up. Good space for a group dinner. I took the plunge and ordered the Oxtail Ramen (sweet potato, garlic chives, sesame, shio chicken broth). Now, I love oxtail, and I love ramen. This should've been the culinary equivalent of watching an undefeated season. The Verdict? It was... fine. You ever eat something that's technically correct--the spices are there, the texture is fine--but it just doesn't hit that emotional frequency? That was this bowl. The oxtail was tender, and the sweet potato was an interesting, earthy addition. The shio chicken broth was savory, but it frankly lacked that deep, soulful complexity, that umami punch that makes you stop mid-slurp and appreciate the moment. It wasn't bad, just not inspired. If this bowl was a term paper, it would get a competent 'C'--meets the requirements, but nowhere near the Dean's List. If you're in the area and need a decent, perfectly acceptable bowl of hot soup and a chill environment, Itani will do the job. But if you're looking for that transcendent, life-affirming ramen experience, you might want to adjust your GPS. I'm giving it a 3 out of 5 stars--it passed, but I'm not running back for seconds.

This was our favorite sushi place in the past when they opened in 2013…read more We met the young owners, and I believe they just had their first child. The kid was so cute, and always playing in the back near the restroom. I am not sure of their business model. I am led to believe they are an extended family business...? And that they have 5-7 locations. Here are some of their other locations and the year they opened: Fairfield 2006. Vallejo 2009. Martinez 2012. We discovered this place in Albany (opened in 2016), when we were both looking at the same location for real estate. Pinole 2025. Quality/Quantity - Wow, it has been too long since I have been here. And this was a last second change from my long term friends. Good and fresh. Today I got the Deluxe Sushi Special - So fresh. But as a light eater, I was still hungry after eating my dinner, but it did look like it was a decent portion. Chirashi - Wow, this looked so good. Also, it's fresh. I will get this next time. My guest was only able to eat half of her dinner. But this also came with a salad and soup. And for only $3 more, this was the better choice of the two. Atmosphere - Good and clean. Small local business. One clean large unisex restroom. Plenty of mall parking. Open 7 days a week from 11am to 9pm or 9:30pm; see website for specifics. Service - Quick and friendly. The owners (Kevin since 2013) were not here today. The restrooms are clean and organized. You have to respect an owner that snakes their own plumbing (see picture)! Price - Reasonable, especially for dinner. Owner Suggestion - I remember you were so proud of your 4+ star yelp ratings when you first opened. You are still well respected in the community and am sure you will get back to your 4+ star ratings again.

My dogs' vet is in the same complex as Yo Sushi, I went over a decade ago so not sure if it is the…read moresame ownership/management. One Saturday afternoon I was in the area and I decided to give them a try. At sushi places I like to order a Chirashi, which is mixed raw fish/sashimi over seasoned sushi rice. It came with a soup and salad. The staff brought it out in a reasonable amount of time. The Chirashi was good, the fish was fresh and it was presented well. It was a reasonable price of sushi, I would be suspicious about super cheap sushi and especially raw fish. I had it with a Sapporo beer which really hit the spot. There were people ordering takeout and there was seating inside. I dined in. There are lot of sushi restaurants in the area, but since I already come here when taking my dogs to the vet, maybe I'll work a lunch break into my plans.

We loved yojimbo on Park. The new one on Santa Clara is loud when there's lots of people…read more The food isn't quite as good as the original. The tempura used to be fresh and crispy out of the fryer delivered to your table. Now it's precooked and damp. Asked for a clean bowl bc they left me with a dirty salad bowl to eat dinner. Instead of a rice bowl they brought me a soup bowl . The service was nominal.Drop off and not remove completed our used dishes? Chicken katsu still good. Teriyaki chicken meh. YoJimbo roll presented well. Lots of competing flavors :-(.

I enjoy being a repeat customer at Yojimbo, especially this location. I really dig the owners…read morecollection of iconic anime/manga figures and the art gallery. The portions are amazing and getting the cream puffs at the end of the meal is a real sweet treat. I'll be back again soon!