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    Ujin

    4.1 (147 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Tonkatsu Ramen with Beef Belly
    Francesca P.

    Ended up here with a group of 12. After a late-weeknight dance practice, the plan was to go to dinner to celebrate one of our dancer's birthdays, but practice ended later than planned and the restaurant we tried to go to next door which had advertised it was open until 9:30, told us they were closed. Ujin looked closed as well with all of their outdoor furniture stacked, and one party inside paying their check and making their way out, but one of us decided to ask if they were open and could take a party of 13. They happily accepted and welcomed us in, we fit perfectly at the large table in the center. Our server Liang was extremely warm, friendly, welcoming, and took our orders. The food did take a little while and understandably was coming out in waves, but it wouldn't be realistic for all the dishes for a party this size to be ready at the same time. We could see the staff behind the bar cooking and it seemed like they weren't stressed or rushed, but like they were focused and content. The presentation of each dish was fantastic and beautiful. Everyone said how much they enjoyed their dishes, from presentation to quality to freshness and flavor. The server even allowed us to split the check into several parties and was patient the entire time. there was a slight mix-up where a beer that nobody ordered or received ended up on the check, and when we tried to communicate that we only ordered 3 beers, not 4, she seemed confused. We ended up just paying for the extra beer rather than trying to sort it out as we knew everyone was tired and ready to go home. Would definitely return!

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    Chloe K.

    bad food ramen tasted like water we had to ask for salt and spice(?) in the ramen idk how u make food with no salt at all, it was super bland so the broth tasted like warm water workers didn't seem like they wanted to be there

    Classic ujin ramen
    Marlene G.

    Came here on a Saturday night with a group of 6 people and even though it's small they were able to seat us in about 10 mins! Unfortunately it was pretty busy and they only had one server for the entire restaurant, so we never got waters refilled, had to wave the server down for minutes before getting the check, and then waited 10+ mins to get a receipt they definitely were understaffed for the number of people that were there and it really impacted to experience. Also, I was really looking forward to the egg included in their classic ujin ramen, but all our bowls came out with no eggs... when we asked it was because they ran out!! At 6pm:( and no discount offered for each $2 egg they just tried to serve without them and not say anything:( Not sure what is going on with service and stocking up their eggs here, but the ramen broth itself was actually very tasty, which is why it's disappointing to give 3 stars. Not sure I'd come back given the experience though.

    Meri D.

    Great spot for Japanese food. I had their beef bowl and it was delightful! Beef was tender and flavorful!! The inside has nice decor and service here is good. This is in a busy shopping center so can be tricky during the lunch rush.

    Classic Tokyo Shoyu Ramen
    Nicole R.

    Wow. I was blown away by the ramen here at Ujin. I ordered the Classic Tokyo Shoyu Ramen and it did not disappoint. The broth alone was so flavorful and I'll be honest - I typically like to add chili oil or spice to my soup dishes, but this ramen needed no additions. It was delicious all on its own. Also, the noodles were made so well. I appreciated the vibe of the restaurant as well. Not overly crowded and good for groups. We had a group of 5 and found a table right away on a Friday night.

    Open kitchen
    Jane A.

    RAMEN (3.8 stars) If you are looking for your typical big ramen bowl polluted with a bunch of decorated flavors, this is not that kind of place. - FOOD: (first time) amazing. (second time) meh. - PRICE: paying for quality not quantity - SERVICE: (first time) excellent - I think (second time) uhm mediocre. - AMBIANCE: modern and really nice My confusion of inconsistency has come down to the service not servicing correctly. First time coming here left me wow'ed and set the bar for my ramen experience. Second time coming here left me disappointed and not wanting to come back. Same order (as I thought), different days (a week apart), and a perceived thought of the execution being inconsistent . I also question the staff's ability to handle details. The restaurant IS NOT BUSY and there are about 4-5 staff and if service is inconsistent and not pay attention to details, it now makes me question the execution on the food. :: FIRST TIME :: That cliche saying you don't forget your first time! Service was excellent - attentive and everything came out in timely fashion. Went for the most expensive ramen and a ramen soup base I have never tried and it left me on cloud nine. What I "thought" I ordered.... "Classic Shio Ramen with Wagyu" this entire time BUT come to think about it after reviewing the menu (now), it sounds like they gave me "Classic Miso Ramen" (hence the toppings) in my bowl OR they gave me Shio Ramen with the toppings of the Miso bowl. IF this is truly the MISO RAMEN then it was superb! CLASSIC MISO RAMEN W/ WAGYU )26) - Presentation was basic but very presentable. Portion was on the smaller side but I am okay with that because I'm here for quality not quantity. The soup base was so delicious, it was very clean yet rich - not polluted with many ingredients. They added a hint of chili oil and it added this hint of warmth and heat to the broth that wasn't overpowering. The noodles were very fresh, thin, and the texture is how I like them - not overly chewy and not overly soft (many ramen noodles at other restaurants are chewier) and easily consumable without feeling full quickly. My bowl had shredded bamboo shoots, wood ear mushrooms, half of a soft boiled soy egg, and seaweed on the side of the bowl for decoration (I keep it as decoration as I hate seaweed in my ramen). And to top of an amazing bowl of ramen, the thinly sliced cuts of wagyu. The wagyu were grilled and placed into the bowl fully cooked. They were so tender! No charred ends but it carried some smokey flavor - yum! HIGHLY RECOMMEND MATCHA MOCHI ICE CREAM ($3) - Exactly what it is. Not sure why they didn't clump this item under the mochi ice cream that lists chocolate/vanilla/strawberry, they could have just append matcha to the list instead of creating an entire desert line for this. :: SECOND TIME :: First time set the bar too high. Order: Ginger Ale ($2), Edamame with Truffle Paste, and Shio Ramen w/ Wagyu (again). I had to ask for my Ginger Ale after my meal was about done (ramen + appetizer) because it never came out. Edamame was an appetizer which came AFTER the ramen bowl was about done. The table over had the same issue, they finished their bowls of ramen and waiting on their appetizer. Staff, were preparing their own dinner and eating. SINCE, I thought that amazing bowl was Shio, I reordered. And well if this is the true Shio Ramen - it's disappointing to me (I'm glad I didn't get it the first time). It was a let down. And so was the service. CLASSIC SHIO RAMEN W/ WAGYU ($26) - Presentation was basic but very presentable. Portion was on the smaller side but I am okay with that because I'm here for quality not quantity. But Why does this bowl look completely different than the last time I was under the impression I ordered this same exact bowl? The ramen toppings were half soft boiled soy egg, ALOT of bonita flakes, and the typical seaweed decoration. The broth literally tasted like FISH, that is all I could taste. It was way too fishy for my liking - even me immediately taking out the bonita flakes and seaweed. Also, the wagyu looked more like BEEF BELLY (not Wagyu) and it was extra fatty and appearance and texture were not like the Waguy I ordered before. If you are not a fishy person, don't order this. EDAMAME WITH TRUFFLE PASTE ($9) - Although this came AFTER the main meal, this was the most enjoyable thing out of the order. Truffle paste is way better than truffle oil, very flavorful but less artificial tasting. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Ginger Ale ($2) - It's nice to see soda in a can being sold cheaply! Please, keep it that way. I'd love to come back if they can make whatever ramen they gave me the first time the same exact way. Until then....

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    Mike L.

    Ujin is a little different in that they specialize in a light broth with truffle (classic Tokyo shoyu ramen). The odd thing is the topping of chicken breast which makes me think it's an afterthought. The karage was pretty delicious to share with others.

    Tonkatsu
    Tiffany P.

    Nice little Japanese/Ramen spot slightly tucked away in University City/away from all the mall traffic. I wish I took a picture of the interior because it was very sleek and clean looking! From every angle of the restaurant you can see the kitchen and people cooking noodles/slicing their meats which was cool. I ordered the tonkatsu ramen with beef belly (10/10); chicken karaage (10/10 + huge portions!); & shared the beef belly bowl which came with rice and an egg (10/10/). Because this place is newer, service is a little bit slow, but I'm sure they'll pick up the pace with time. Definitely coming back!

    Jay R.

    Visited on twice to get a good sampling of their menu. Steer clear of the tonkotsu ramen, from the broth to the size of entree, it leaves a lot to be desired. The shoyu ramen on the other hand is the opposite. Decent size, great broth, with a surprising amount of protein, this should be the default order for all that stop by. Skip the karaage and get the especially tasty gyoza to round out your order.

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    Christina A.

    Tried this new ramen spot for the first time. My first impression I did enjoy it and I would go back if I'm in the area. I'm not sure if it would be my first choice with other good ramen places in the area. Sour: the appetizers were sub par. The cucumber salad was chopped think and lacked flavor. The gyoza was nicely crisp but I wasn't the biggest fan of the filling. It lacked the truffle flavor it mentions. My husband and daughter ordered the tonkotsu. They liked the noodles and the beef but the broth lacked the flavor they are used to for tonkotsu. Sweet: I ordered the classic Tokyo shoyu ramen. I do prefer thicker noodles but these noodles were still good and a little chewy which I like. The broth was nice light and refreshing. It had a lot of flavor but it did lack the truffle flavor I was hoping for. That was part of the reason why I ordered it.the chicken was juicy even though it was white meat. The restaurant was nice and clean. The server was very friendly.

    Tonkatsu Ramen with chasu pork and chicken breast
    Imee C.

    One of the best ramen place in UTC area in my opinion. Came here for lunch with my mom on a Sunday. They have parking in this small strip mall but it's always packed. The restaurant looks very nice inside. The kitchen looks they are fully staffed but there was only one server. However, we were seated right away. I ordered the Tonkatsu ramen with chasu pork and chicken breast. My mom ordered the spicy mushroom pork ramen. My tonkatsu broth was very good. I finished the broth before i finished the noodles and pork. My mom's spicy mushroom pork was also very delicious. It wasnt too spicy but it had enough kick to it. The mushroom flavor was as to die for. The only complaint I have was the fact that they only had one server. Took us awhile to get our bill and to go container.

    Anny L.

    My go-to ramen place in San Diego. The Tonkotsu with A5 Wagyu is incredibly delicious -- a creamy broth and melt-in-your-mouth beef. Classic Shoyu is also a solid option if you prefer something lighter. Always busy, but worth the wait!

    Side of Wagyu
    Tammy R.

    Such a beautiful space and vibe. Service was pretty straight forward as the menu is very typical of a ramen place. The waitress was very presentable and polite about what she recommended. We started with the pork buns which were generously portioned and filled. The chasu was torched well it had a nice flavor of the flame as well as being quite moist and tender. We shared a Classic Tokyo Shoyu Ramen. The broth was so aromatic that we could smell it before it got to the table, and the chicken was so flavorful, the meat was nicely seasoned and succulent. We added a side of Wagyu to our order which was a touch tough from torching but quite flavorful and still enjoyable to add to the ramen. They showcase that their noodles are handmade, I got here upon opening of the restaurant and I saw the area they operate to make the noodles but they were not making them at that time. You can tell by the texture that it's homemade but I prefer my noodles too have a bit of bounce to them still and these were just a touch done more than I'd like. Overall it's a beautiful place to go on a date or if you just really want ramen. I'll be back again my friends!

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    4.5(1.1k reviews)
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    Best ramen around. Kids love it also. Hakata Tonkotsu is my…read morego-to. Yummy, rich broth. Gyoza good and cooked well. Brussel sprouts nice and crunchy. Sauce ocean-y (salt flavor). Ko did a great job with our family of 7. She is very organized and attentive. Love the decor in sky deck. Very open, and refreshing. Gratuity added for larger groups. There is also a 4% surcharge (increases in food cost and minimum wage per menu/receipt). Everything was great. We'll be back.

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    4.3(211 reviews)
    8.7 miHillcrest
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    Amazing weekday lunch special! $15 will get you a ramen, fried chicken or chashu rice, and a drink!…read moreMy coworker made this great pick for a workday lunch. I got the shoyu ramen, chashu rice, and a cold oolong tea. The ramen was fine in texture and al dente. The broth was flavorful, without being oversalted. I was very impressed by the chashu: it was carefully cooked and just melts in your mouth. Extra tender. The oolong tea really hit the spot too. The food came quickly, and service was good. I just came back from Japan last month, and this place in San Diego did not disappoint. I would definitely come back again to try their other items. Sorry no pictures this time, as I was famished. Parking lot was small, but we were able to find a space at 1pm on a Friday

    We tried the spicy ramen, tonkatsu ramen, curry, and while all were tasty and good, I'm not sure…read morethis would be at the top of our ramen list. The serving was a bit smaller than what we are used to when we order ramen but overall we enjoyed our dinner and our 9 year old gave it a 6/4 stars. Service was very nice once we were seated and the wait for the food was not bad. It is a really cute place, feels authentically Japanese inside, but also authentically small, so I recommend reservations for a larger group: we were a party of 7 on a Saturday evening around 5:30 with no reservation and we had a wait of around 40 minutes. Definitely worth trying at least once.

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    Ramen Nagi

    4.4(713 reviews)
    0.5 miUniversity City
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    We recently brought friends here who requested a good place to eat and of the list of choices we…read moreprovided, they picked Ramen Nagi. My husband and I have been here several times before as it is both mine and my husband's favorite ramen eatery in San Diego. This is the best ramen in San Diego. After going on my own little ramen crawl around SD, this is the top of them all, bar none. If you really are craving something close to ramen in Japan, try this place. Everything is fantastic here but my favorite of all the ramen choices is the Red King (the spicy tonkotsu). The Black King is also good (squid ink) and has a nice umami punch to it with a good helping of garlic to seal the deal. The karage (fried chicken) is great as well. The texture is perfect and I think the sauce provided really added to the overall bite. The gyoza is also fantastic as well and they provide a dipping sauce that is not the standard dip but something better. If I recall, it is a lightly sweet pear-esque sauce with the consistency almost like apple sauce. It's very very good, don't knock it till you try it! The service is always quick and top-tier. They always have a jug of water with lemon slices and cups available to use at any time. Seating is both indoors and outdoors. Inside it can be a little cramped if you have a large group but outside has full tables next to the pond which is quite nice. This is not a traditional restaurant so there are a few things to keep in mind: 1) There are no reservations. 2) There is a dedicated queue outside and you need to wait in that to line to be seated. 3) They will not take you to be seated until your entire party is readily available so just be cognizant of that. 4) Everyone in your party will receive a red marker and a paper form to fill out your individual orders while you are in this line. If it is your first time, check the Chef Recommendation box at the top to make it easier. Sides are at the bottom (most ramen do not include an egg so if you want an egg make sure to mark it). 5) Your party may be seated at the same table as another party and share the space. If this is an issue for you, sit outside. 6) You get your receipt from your sever and pay at the register.

    First time I tried this place I wasn't surprised and was irritated because of the long wait…read more But this second time around it was no line to get in, and the food was absolutely delicious. Ordered the original king ramen with an egg. Broth was so good, it reminded me of the one I had in Tokyo. The thin noodles are also my favorite. Spicy level at 1 for extra flavor. The gyoza on the other hand are decent and very small. I will definitely be coming back for more ramen.

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    4.0(2.2k reviews)
    10.1 miLittle Italy
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    046/2026/FEB Decided…read moreto try this other location ! So lucky we got a table of 5 without reservation! This location has capacity of 56 diners only ! A stellar service from Matthew ! Food was great ! So famished that when food came didn't get to take picture! Crab Wontons had generous filling and very delicious as well!! Grilled Salmon served on a sizzling plate with rice and topped with furikake and teriyaki sauce!

    The first time we came, there was an empty table, but we were told it would be a 20-minute wait. We…read morewaited, came back, and it was still the same table sitting empty, which was a bit confusing. That said, the waitress we had was very kind and attentive, and the food was decent, so we decided to give the place another try. After a long day at Legoland, we returned around 6pm and I had called ahead to make a reservation for four. The person on the phone took my name and number, so I assumed we were all set. When we arrived, the restaurant wasn't even full, but no one greeted us for several minutes. Eventually, a waiter came over, and when I mentioned our reservation, he seemed confused and said they don't take reservations for parties under six. I tried to explain that someone had taken my information over the phone, but he interrupted me multiple times and didn't let me finish. He then walked over to another group behind us and asked if they were there first, even though we had arrived before them, which was frustrating. We were eventually told there was space available at the bar seating (bar stools) instead of a table. At that point, we were tired and hungry, so we accepted. Unfortunately, the service didn't improve. The waiter seemed rushed and disorganized--he couldn't remember our order and had to ask us which dish belonged to who when the food came out. As for the food, it was okay but not memorable. My ramen was just average--the pork was dry and the egg was overcooked. Overall, the food is decent, but the service really needs improvement. This particular waiter clearly needs more training, or possibly a different role, as the level of service did not meet basic expectations for a restaurant. Our second visit left a bad impression, especially since it was our last night in San Diego. Sadly, we won't be coming back.

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    4.2(1.5k reviews)
    8.3 miMission Hills
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    They do have a list outside where you put your name down. We came a little early knowing there…read morewould be a line. I genuinely thought people were exaggerating how great this place was, especially when it came to authenticity. They were not. Not one item we ordered was bad and we ordered about 20 dishes. The ramen was the absolute winner. Best ramen I have had in San Diego. I was blown away by the broth and the noodles. The sushi was great, including the spicy tuna. Everything tasted fresh and fairly priced. You really can't beat these prices. The fried chicken and tuna carpaccio were standout appetizers. Honorable mention to the chicken katsu roll. It was insanely massive and so good. We will absolutely be back to try more appetizers and the ramen. We recently went to Japan and this ramen has been the closest we have had to what we experienced there. I didn't even take a picture of it before it was in my stomach!

    I've lost count of how many times we've had dinner there, and each visit is just as wonderful as…read morethe last. The food is consistently incredible - seriously, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. And the team working there? Absolutely lovely! They're super efficient but also incredibly warm and welcoming, which really makes a difference. You absolutely, positively *have* to try their sushi rolls if you go. They're truly next-level good! On my most recent visit, I decided to try the Gyudon Bowl, and oh my goodness, it was such a delightful and comforting dish. So flavorful and perfectly prepared - definitely a new favorite of mine! Just a little heads-up though, finding parking in that area can sometimes be a bit of a challenge, but I promise you, the delicious food and fantastic experience are well worth the minor hassle. Hope you get a chance to check it out soon!

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    Underbelly

    Underbelly

    3.9(3.1k reviews)
    10.1 miLittle Italy
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    Me and my friend came here after skating for 7 hours and we were HUNGRY. We both got ramen and…read morenothing else. My friend really enjoyed her ramen. We both devoured it. I literally ate my ramen in like 5 bites. Not a big fan of the Charsiu pork cus I really don't like the big chunk of fat but I just ate it for protein. I got the underbelly ramen with spicy miso which I think was recommended by our host. We just needed a quick bite but I'd come back to try something other than ramen. The vibes inside was giving Tokyo after dark. It's kinda small inside but they have outdoor seating and I thought it was hilarious that they exited out the window to serve the food LOL

    This place is located in midtown. We had ramen late at night which is open late…read more . The ambiance in here is small. There is upstairs and downstairs and outdoor seating too. First time we got to sit downstairs bar. During day we got to sit upstairs. . Ramen - we had the pork tonkutsu ramen and it was rich in pork broth. The ramen noodles was chewy. It was a good bowl of umami ramen. We liked it and would go back to try other items. . Service was great and quick with ordering and serving too. Hope this helps and thanks for reading. Have a yelptastic day.

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    Underbelly - Pork Belly Bao: Chashu Pork Belly, cucumbers, hoisin, pickled mustard seeds, scallions, and cilantro served on steamed buns. | $9

    Pork Belly Bao: Chashu Pork Belly, cucumbers, hoisin, pickled mustard seeds, scallions, and cilantro served on steamed buns. | $9

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    Ujin - ramen - Updated May 2026

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