Decided to stop by for some ramen and I am not the biggest fan of ramen, but it was pretty tasty! For the price, I would say it comes with a generous amount. It was fairly busy, but all the staff was helpful when we needed something. read more

Taishoken - Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

My fave restaurant to revisit for a yummy meal :) I like that the proportions are very generous and consistently delicious! I've tried both their tsukemen dipping ramen spicy and non-spicy. Next time, I'm curious on trying more appetizers. I saw the tables around me order an assortment of them, and they all look so visually aesthetic and appetizing! Service is quick and attentive. Plenty of parking in a plaza parking lot, although it tends to get busy since it is a popular shopping plaza!I read more

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So glad they opened one near home! We basically ordered one of everything, since some of us have never been here, so we wanted to try it all. My favorites are the calamari, potato salad, and mazesoba! read more

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When I heard milpitas had a Taishoken, I was happy to head over as it is closer to me than San Mateo. The Milpitas location is larger while the San Mateo location feels more intimate. Think I prefer the San Mateo one more having experienced both. I got the same dish Spicy Tsukemen and it was just as delicious as I remembered it however was sad that my soup base came surprisingly lukewarm closer to room temp. My sister got the same order too and we were slightly debating if we wanted to ask them to reheat it a bit more. From our experience at San Mateo, the soup should have came with some steam oozing out so maybe we went on an off day for Milpitas. We got the takoyaki for an appetizer and liked the batter they had. The yuzu beer was good too! read more

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Came in as a party of 2 for an early lunch right when the restaurant opened. There was plenty of parking out in the front lot. We were seated right away and the service was quick! Sandstorm Calamari: 10/10 Highly recommend this appetizer!! The calamari was super crispy and fresh. It paired perfectly with the mayo sauce on the side. The best part was definitely the garlic/chili crisp which they gave a generous amount of. I could eat it by the spoonful! Spicy tsukemen: 6/10 I loooove tsukemen and I have gone to Tsujita in LA & SGV many times, so I was excited to finally try a new dipping ramen place! However the spicy tsukemen unfortunately did not live up to my expectations I would say the spice level is at a medium, so this is a warning to those who are unable to tolerate spice. The noodles were super slippery so it made it hard to eat with chopsticks, especially having to dip it into the broth, so we ended up asking for forks lol. The broth was also not as thick as I would've liked, so I felt like the noodles weren't really able to pick up the flavor from the broth. The pork belly and meat toppings were delicious though! read more

Taishoken - SAND STORM CALAMARI - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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We really like this ramen house. Their Tokusei Tsukemen is especially tasty. The dry noodles are served with a flavorful sauce, and you dip the noodles into the sauce with every bite. This keeps the noodles fresh and not soggy like they would be if sitting in broth. That said, their regular ramen is also very good. I had the Tori Chintan, and it hit the spot perfectly. The restaurant is located in the Ranch 99 Market plaza, very close to Mayflower Restaurant. Service is friendly and fast, making for a satisfying meal every time. read more

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We stopped by on a Friday at lunch and there was a bit of line to my surprise. After trying it though, I totally understand the hype. This place has the best tsukumen I've ever tried. We ordered two of the tokusei tsukumen and everything was perfection. The noodles were perfectly thick and chewy; the dipping soup was so savory, rich, and flavorful; and the pork belly it came with was lifechanging. It was so perfectly tender and melt in your mouth that I was sad to finish it so quickly. Pretty clean and casual spot and in a plaza with a lot of competition, but I would absolutely come back here again for another tsukumen. read more

Taishoken - Tokusei Tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Came with a friend on Sunday around 1 and was seated pretty quickly. Food is very filling but I do find it a bit pricey that the tsukemen is already $18 but only comes with 1 piece of chashu. Also I didn't realize it till later but I was charged for 2 pieces of extra chashu when I only received 1 extra piece (the only reason I do have 3 pieces in the picture is because my friend gave me her piece, not something worth complaining about since it was just $2 but just something to tell the cooks to look at the orders more carefully). Ambiance was very relaxed and easy to hear the staff when ordering and when me and my friend were talking. read more

Taishoken - Tsukemen with 2 pieces of extra chashu - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

I had Tokusei Tsukemen and it was really tasty and authentic. I'm from Japan so I have pretty high standards when it comes to ramen lol. As a Japanese person, I highly recommend this place. read more

Taishoken - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

My second time coming to Taishoken. Our server, Jonathan was super helpful and the food again was delicious. Would recommend to friends and family read more

I. Love. It. I have gone to the Mountain View location so I was super happy when I found out they are opening this in a plaza close by. This is in the super super busy plaza where alot of other eating establishments are. I usually do not like going here but alot of my favorite spots are here so I have no choice. Yes parking can be difficult in the busier times. This place gets packed. I usually go on yelp to see what the wait times are before we go so I can plan ahead. It hasn't been too bad though, at max we waited 20mins. Taishoken specializes in Tsukemen style of ramen. The noodles are thick and straight, served warm on the side with the proteins on top. Then you get a nice bowl of concentrated broth to dip your noodles in. This style of ramen is usually enjoyed more in summer months. Their broth is pretty delicious. I think it is a mix of pork, chicken, and anchovies. There's also a tang from maybe a vinegar in there. Super savory, umami, all those words. lol The noodles are perfect vehicle to the savory broth. The cuts of chashu are soft and melts in your mouth. The shoyu egg is soft and cooked to perfection. Everything I want and expect tsukemen would taste. I usually also ask for more broth to add to the dipping broth to dilute it so I can easily sip on it. Nice end to the meal. I have also tried the sand storm calamari, the karaage, and hiyayakko. Price is to expected, honestly not too bad for amazing food. Highly recommend. read more

Taishoken - Tokusei Tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Taishoken is a great option for ramen in the area. I'll typically come here with my coworkers for lunch and we can usually get a seat without a long wait. Ambiance is very pleasant and the staff are always nice. THINGS I'D RECOMMEND: - Mazesoba: had this on my recent visit, and will now be my go to order. It was so good! Great bounce to the noodles, good flavor and great portion. - Niku Spicy Ramen: good flavors if you enjoy a sweet spice - Signature Ramen: can't go wrong! - Sandstorm Calamari: pleasantly surprised! Really tasty and tender. Hot take, I'm not the biggest fan of the tsukemen here. I think the noodles are too heavy and I often feel like it's missing something. I also would pass on the cucumber salad. read more

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It was not busy when we came in, food was really good and filling. My favorite was the signature dipping sauce noodles. read more

Taishoken - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

We tried this ramen place in the evening. The price felt reasonable and the portion size was decent, but the broth was a bit too light, so it lacked flavor and ended up tasting slightly greasy. Overall, the noodles were good and the restaurant was quite clean. If you have never tried it before, it is worth giving it a try. 晚上來試試這家拉麵，感覺價格還可以，份量也還行，但是湯頭有點淡，導致沒有什麼味道的結果變成油膩的感覺。整體來說，麵條也不錯，餐廳也蠻乾淨的。沒吃過的人可以來試試看。 read more

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Great experience! The food was delicious and the service was great. Definitely recommend trying the Suntory draft and saving room for the lychee ice cream :) Everything came out fast and i really enjoyed our time here. Would definitely come back again! read more

Taishoken - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Tokyo Classic Aburasoba is my go to for Taishoken! It is soupless and isn't salty. Vinegar is provided in the side to add a tangy profile to the meal. The meat was very flavorful and tender. Tea is complimentary which I really appreciated. There was no wait for seating and the food came out in a timely fashion. Overall, I'll continue ordering the aburasoba as long as it is being offered! read more

Taishoken - Tokyo Classic Aburasoba - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

I'm a repeat customer at Taishoken. I love their food, from their tsukemen to their mazesoba. I have yet to try their ramen, but I'm sure it's delicious too! My go-to is the Tokusei Tsukemen. Their dipping broth is incredibly savory and full of umami, and their al dente and chewy wheat noodles pair so well with it. I like that their chashu is served two ways. I personally prefer the sous vide version because it's really tender, but the seared version gives you a satisfying meaty mouthfeel. The mazesoba is a little bit on the heavier side with its creaminess, but the vinegar does help cut some of that creaminess. It's equally as flavor-packed as their tsukemen. I'm glad there's a really good tsukemen place in my neighborhood now! read more

A solid ramen option in Milpitas, probably one of the better ones in the area but at a higher price point as well. The service is top notch, if it is your first time trying the Tsukumen Ramen then they explain the process to you nicely which is great. There are even instructions on the menu on how to eat. I tried the Tokusei Ramen, Tokusei Tsukumen and Niku Spicy Ramen. Tokusei Ramen - the noodles were fresh and had great texture. The broth was mild in flavor, I would have liked a richer flavor. The quantity of ramen was lesser than some of the other popular ramen spots in bay area. Tokusei Tsukumen - This is their most popular dish. Although the dish was good overall, I do think that the flavor of the dipping sauce/broth wasn't rich enough and once you add hot water it dilutes way too much. I have had Tsukumen before and the broth upon adding hot water does not dilute in flavor as much as it did here. But again, the texture of the noodles was pretty good. Niku Spicy Ramen - A spicy take on ramen here with a lot of chilli oil spicy flavor. It was my least favourite dish here. I usually like a spicy version of ramen so it was a bit disappointing. All in all, I liked their ambience and service more than their food. I would like to give them another shot and try their cold noodle dishes and some of their appetizers next time. I enjoyed the texture of the noodles in all their dishes that I tried so I am hoping their cold noodle dishes are solid dishes. read more

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I had the pleasure of visiting Taishoken in Milipitas for the first time back in May this year, and it turned out to be a delightful discovery that I won't soon forget and this is why I am writing this review five months later. My cousin brought me here for dinner during my visit to San Jose, and he knew exactly what to introduce me to: tsukumen! A culinary experience I had somehow missed despite spending three years living in Japan and eating ramen countless times. He and his wife recently discovered tsukumen during a trip to Japan a few months prior and had developed a genuine passion for it. He even gave me a brief history lesson of Taishoken's heritage. Eager to share that same discovery with me, he suggested we both order the Tokusei Tsukumen, and I'm so glad he did. The dipping broth was rich, flavorful, and deeply satisfying although it cools down fast if you don't slurp those noodles quickly. Taishoken has earned a place on my must-visit list, maybe even visit their Tokyo location in the future. Whether you're a tsukumen veteran or, like me, someone experiencing it for the first time, this restaurant delivers an authentic and memorable meal. I highly recommend it to anyone in the San Jose area looking for exceptional ramen. read more

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Rating: 3.7/5 [dine in] My family and I came here for Sunday lunch and were seated right away. Service was fine, but we felt the flavors were lacking, and the noodles were overpriced for what we got. Yuzu Shio Ramen ($17): The broth was way too salty, so my mom had to add extra broth to dilute it. It also only came with one piece of tofu, which really didn't feel worth the price. Tokyo Classic Aburasoba ($17): The sauce coated the noodles well and grew on me the more I ate. I love thick egg noodles, so this was right up my alley, and the bamboo had great flavor. The portion was much larger than the Yuzu Shio, and I even had leftovers. My only complaint was that it came with just one slice of meat. While I did enjoy it, I couldn't help but compare it to Menya Hanabi in LA, which still has the best mazesoba I've had. Niku Spicy Ramen ($20): My brother ordered this one, which was actually my second choice. read more

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Came here on a Friday night around 8pm and we snagged the last table. We were helped really quickly and food came out quickly as well. We decided on tokusei tsukemen and Niku spicy ramen. Tokeusei tsukemen 3/5: broth has a really strong anchovy taste, noodle has a good chew to it, not bad, but not my favorite. Niku spicy ramen 2.5/5: the broth was really thick, it's as if they cooked the noodles in the broth and the starch made it thick; broth was not spicy, and the noodle is the really thin type, which I am not a fan of. If you like the thin noodles, you may like the ramen here. Overall, it's an okay place. I'm not sure if I would come back again, as there are a lot of food options around here. read more

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Came with my fiancé on a Saturday around 8:30pm and were seated within 5 minutes. Taishoken is in the McCarthy Ranch plaza with plenty of parking, though it does get busy on weekends. The interior is modern, clean, and well-lit, and the staff were friendly, attentive, and fast. What we tried: * Tokusei Tsukemen: Known for their tsukemen, and it didn't disappoint! The noodles were perfectly chewy, and the broth was flavorful without being too salty. There was a subtle citrus note that my fiancé loved it, though it's not my personal favorite. 5/5 * Tokusei Ramen: Honestly my favorite here. Chewy noodles, rich umami-packed broth, and perfectly cooked smoky chashu. Definitely my go-to. 5/5 * Takoyaki (not pictured because we demolished it so fast): Highly recommend! Crispy on the outside, soft inside, with a unique add-on of egg tartar topping that adds extra richness. 5+/5 Overall, a great spot for ramen and Japanese bites. Will definitely be back next time I'm in the area! read more

Taishoken - Tokusei Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Walked in shortly after opening time on a Saturday afternoon and was welcomed warmly! We were seated immediately and given menus. Loved the ambiance and decor! Waiter explained their history and how the dipping ramen recipe is 3 generations going back to Japan. So of course, we opted for 2 bowls! Their noodles are nice and chewy and their broth was thick and stuck well to the noodles. Also got an order of their spicy miso cucumbers which were super crispy and fresh. Paired well with our ramen. Great healthy portion of noodles and proteins! We left very full and satisfied. Great addition to the area and appreciate the warm customer service. We will back. read more

Taishoken - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Nothing more satisfying than a warm Tsukemen on a cold raining day. We came in right when they opened at 11:30am and were seated immediately. Glad we came early because about 10 mins later the place started to fill up! We ordered the spicy Tsukemen $22 and it was perfect. The chashu was melt in your mouth and came with 2 pieces. The soft boiled egg was one of the flavorful perfect cooked eggs I've ever eaten. The noodles had a nice bounce and chew to it. The bowl is quite generous and also comes with 1 piece of nori. I opted to get the spice on the side and add as I go. I wasn't sure how spicy it was going to be and it's tolerable not too crazy spicy. Now the broth, dipping sauce was a little thick but so super flavorful. I dunked my noodles (it's cold) into the hot broth and it was like heaven in my mouth... so so good. They servers also come back to see if you would like more broth. This thins out the soup a bit and brings your cold soup back to life cuz cold soup is not tasty. Each slurp with a bit of all of it takes me back to my time in Japan. I'm glad we're able to enjoy this here whenever you are missing this dish. I also ordered the matcha green tea which was refreshing to wash down the noodles. It does get a little bit salty if you eat too much of the broth so make sure not to drink the whole bowl even though I was almost going to! Overall I would totally come back. I want to try the other appetizers and dishes! read more

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DoorDash lunch order on a rainy day. The food delivery time is not bad, in the peak lunch hour after ordering, we got our food in 20 minutes. Tsukemen is what I ordered. The packaging was good, the meat was isolated from the noodle and the dipping sauce or broth. The volume doesn't look generous compared to the price of $19 where there's only one piece of chashu only. Pay $3 more you'll get Tokusei Tsukemen, which includes an egg. The dipping sauce is rich and I could taste the dashi flavor in it. The noodle is buckwheat that doesn't make me fall into a food coma after lunch. I do wish there're more toppings to keep the meal healthier and more balanced. The Spicy Ramen is a soup ramen that also comes with separating package of meat and broth. The noodle is the thin white one. It looks fine but I would probably complain about the volume. The Karaage(Fried chicken) is never good for take out as it's no longer crispy. It comes with a mayo dressing on the side. The chicken are chunky and the taste is fine, no complain here. read more

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Came here on a Monday evening 6pm, and no wait. Service was friendly, albeit slow. It took a few flag downs to get our order taken (even though the restaurant wasn't full at all in the beginning) and a few more to get the check at the end of the meal. We ordered the mazesoba and tsukemen. Food came out super fast. Both dishes were good. The soupless mazesoba is like a Japanese carbonara. It comes hot and topped with an egg yolk that you stir in. The dish is pretty rich, but tasty. Tsukemen was pretty standard, the meat was nice and tender, and the egg was spot on. I do wish they had more bamboo shoots and green onions in the dipping broth, I had to go fishing for those elements. We were never offered our soup-wari, so that was a bit disappointing. Again, that might be due to the slow service, and by that time we were ready for our check. read more

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Yummy tsukemen overall the meat was really good and broth was salty and flavorful BUT my only con was that the broth wasn't hot it was like room temp which kinda made it not amazing bc the noodles came cold read more

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It's alright. The tsukemen noodles are not chewy enough and the broth is basic. The mazesoba is basic as well and even with the vinegar it's just missing something that makes it special. If you have a big party, make sure you check to see if they add tip automatically. They didn't say anything but still had the tip screen pop up. read more

Taishoken - Mazesoba - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Taishoken has been on my list ever since they opened their Milpitas location. My family and I finally stopped by on a Tuesday night around 7 PM, and the restaurant was about half full. We ordered the chicken karaage, Sandstorm calamari, spicy ramen, and Tokusei tsukemen. The calamari wasn't spicy at all, which was a pleasant surprise since I'm usually sensitive to heat and was a bit nervous about trying it. The spicy ramen was pretty standard, while the Tokusei tsukemen was rich and flavorful with a nice depth to the broth. Overall, our meal was good, but it didn't quite leave me with that "I need to come back soon" feeling. It's a solid spot to try once or to grab dinner with friends if you're in the area. The staff were friendly, and the restaurant was clean and well-lit, which made for a comfortable dining experience. read more

Taishoken - SAND STORM CALAMARI - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Not half bad product. The tsukemen broth was flavorful but I wasn't a huge fan of the noodles. It hits a little different from ones I ate before. 3 types of pork slices and an egg were pretty good and tasty. The staff was very nice and knowledgeable on their products and recommendation. They are very attentive- huge plus. The place is roomy and comfortable for a quick lunch and dinner. 2 tsukemen and an appetizer totaled over $70. read more

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BIG Taishoken fan here, so I was soo happy to see them pop up closer to me in Milpitas! They're located in a popular plaza, parking can be a hassle and the wait can be long too. Every time I've driven by, I've seen a large queue out the door. We visited on a Friday night around 7PM and were lucky that there was no wait lol. You can join the waitlist by using the iPad located right outside the entrance. I ordered their classic Tokusei Tsukemen ($21). I looove how bouncy the noodles are here. The pork always has the perfect meat-to-fat ratio. And coupled with the rich and umami broth, it's a great meal!! :) Other favorites that I have from Taishoken are the mazesoba - you can't really go wrong with any of their noodle options though. Our server was friendly and our food all came out not too long after ordering. Would definitely recommend especially if you're looking for a new spot to try in the area! read more

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Taishoken was featured on Mikey Chen's Strictly Dumplings! This specific location! While Taishoken was good, it just didn't blow me away. However, I'd like to try again. The issue I had was that the Niku Spicy I had, which was too salty. My wife's broth was clean and smooth, but just adding some spiciness made it overly salty, which it shouldn't. The calamari was good. I'd try this again, but because the Bay Area has decent ramen places, the standards are set a bit higher. Service was super quick, but not very hospitable. Very much like a business. The restaurant is cool, has that old fashioned ramen look but modernized. Plenty of parking in the lot. read more

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Food was good. Good ambiance. Also, our server Jonathan was great. He was friendly and explained the menu clearly. read more

Taishoken - Spicy Tsukemen (Dipping Noodles) - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

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So disgusted. Ordered a cold tofu dish and on the bottom was a cluster of black hair. Lost my appetite and was scared to eat the rest of the food. Server and manager apologized and asked if I wanted something else and they would comp it. Should have comp my whole meal bc how am I supposed to eat after seeing the amount of hair that a girl would have on her brush under my tofu. Didn't eat much and we were uncomfortable after that. It almost seemed it was intentionally put there bc who could have really missed that?! Never in my life I have been served food with MULTIPLE strands of hair. Never coming back. Nasty. read more

Saw this new place opened and knew I had to try it. This place specializes in tsukymen or dipping noodles. Sand storm calamari (5/5): This was probably one of the best calamari's I've ever had. The sauces and spices created this action packed flavor that blew my mind. Tokusei Tsukemen (5/5): This dish comes with a giant slab of park chashu. The flavors of the bother were rich and flavorful. The noodles were bouncey. Definitely one of the best tsukemen I've ever had. I hope to come here again. read more

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Honestly ramen was okay. Nothing really outstanding about it. Service was nice and we came during opening hours on a Thursday and still waited around 45 mins. My friend got the chicken ramen but it didn't have much flavor. Really nice and clean restaurant though and worth trying at least once. Maybe next time I would get their dip ramen since thats what they are known for. read more

Taishoken - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Jonathan was really great and knowledgeable about the dishes. Cold dipping noodles was ! read more

Taishoken - Soo good! - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

Ordered the tsukemen with duck and it was amazing! The broth was especially rich and flavorful and tied everything together. wish it was a permanent item on the menu! I went on a Thursday for lunch and the service was super quick and attentive. read more

Taishoken - Tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

I came here with a friend around 7:30pm on a Friday and only had to wait about 10 minutes after joining the waitlist. I went with the Mazesoba this time since I had tried the dipping ramen at the San Mateo location and found it a bit too salty for my taste. The noodles here were chewy, flavorful, and the portion size was generous--I really enjoyed the dish. What took away from the experience, though, was the service. The servers repeatedly glanced at our table as if waiting for us to leave. My friend and I were catching up over dinner, and although it wasn't even close to closing time and there were still plenty of open tables, we felt pressured to wrap up sooner than we wanted. read more

Taishoken - Mazesoba - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California

I have tried this restaurant in San Mateo and now there is one close to me, so I had to try it. The place is clean and the people working there are very friendly and service was great. I ordered the Niku Spicy Ramen and it did not disappoint. Also the karrage chicken was delicious. Def recommend for any to try at least once. read more

Taishoken - Niku Spicy Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Milpitas, California