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    Umami Ramen

    4.7 (553 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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    A11.Pepper Chicken Karaage
    Wayne H.

    We were in the area looking for ramen and I came across an old Reddit post that said Umami was the best in the area. We decided to take a chance and drove 25-30 minutes from downtown Sac and so happy we did because this place was awesome! Ordering using the kiosk is nice and easy. We had one Spicy Tonkotsu and one Spicy Paitan so we could try out both the pork and chicken broths. We also ordered the pepper karaage. The karaage was good - the chicken was really tender and juicy. Since they were tossed in a sauce, they weren't the most crispy, but I think that's to be expected. Still, they were pretty tasty. The sauce was a bit sweet, which we both didn't like as much so we'd probably stick with the regular karaage next time. Both broths were super rich, creamy, and flavor-packed. The spice level was good - decent heat, but not overpowering. Their default noodles are thinner, which offers some pros - the soup really sticks to them, which is great. The downside is the texture - these still had a good bite, but not really a good chew like you'd get with a thicker noodle. We'll probably try the thicker noodles next time. Overall, the broth here is next level. It is almost certainly one of the best broths we've had in the Sacramento area and we would absolutely drive the 30 minutes again to grab another bowl!

    Hannah S.

    Such a cute and fun ambience. Love the little shop of Japanese snacks. The fried chicken bowl was huge and delicious although so hot it took a bit to cool down. They make their own rice triangles! The only thing was our food didn't come all at the same time and we had finished the bowl by the time everything else came. But definitely a great place!

    R3. Black Garlic Tonkotsu (Thin Noodles)
    Dennette S.

    This is my favorite Ramen, the broth is perfect every time. We love the choice of the thin noodles or the thick noodles, both are delicious. Each ramen had pork, egg, mushrooms and bamboo shoots. We added corn to one and extra noodles to the other. Plenty of parking and plenty of seating inside. There are two kiosk's to order or they can help you order at the counter

    R3. Black Garlic Tonkotsu (Thin Noodles)
    Terri S.

    Umami's decor was super cool to see! They sell Japanese sodas and blind boxes, and anime keychains! It's super spaced out. You can order from their kiosk upon walking up to their front counter. The ramen came out pretty fast, and it was good for the most part! But it was a bit salty. The portion was generous, and they had great topping options.

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    Ronny S.

    Hi-ya! This ramen place has a fun ambience--very anime--ish. But this place has such good ramen. The service is good, ordering easy: kiosk or in person. Food comes out fast, even when busier and it's tasty. The black mushroom tonkatsu ramen with fat noodles. So good. We've come here a few times for lunch the last few weeks--and you can quickly get in, eat and out. Really suggest to check this place out as we've enjoyed it and they are consistent with service and flavor.

    Pepper Karaage
    Alan T.

    Came here at the award for being a top 10 ramen spot in CA. The katsu don was good, but I really liked the addition of actual hearty chunks of potato. Most restaurants don't bother. My issue was with the ramen, the chashu was so dry. I heard other reviewers say the same thing but it's the first time I've had chashu like this. It was so disappointing the rest of the ramen was lackluster because of it. The noodles themselves were really good, but it's not enough for me to come back. Pepper karaage was a bit spicy and mediocre for me.

    Joey Y.

    Updated review. Food - phenomenal as always. Great Tori paitan and karaage. I'm generously giving a 5 because I've always had good experiences. However. The new staff or newer staff that was hired needs to be trained on customer service and restaurant etiquette. I arrived sometime around 145pm today. Ordered and got my food around 206 (I took a photo and it has a time log). The server came by once after the food was handed out to refill water and then never again. Around 230 I see a staff flip the tag on the door assuming it's cause they are closing for their pm shift. At 235pm the server came to me and said "do you need a to go box?" I said no. And then he asked to take a few plates since I was nearing done. After that he never came back. Here's the problem. I understand you close at 230pm. However professionally it is more appropriate to come by close to closing time to let customers know "we're closing in 5 min. Is there anything I can help you with?" Or even come around then and calmly ask about the food and if I need to go box. The way he did it showed absolutely no care and more along the lines of "hurry up. We're trying to close" extremely rude to try and rush customers in that manner. I hope the owner/manager sees this and trains their staff.

    Hailey R.

    Solid ramen and no complaints at all! Stopped in for a quick lunch while visiting the area. You order at a kiosk and then grab a number and take your seat. While I was there, there was a free 4-piece California roll promotion that came with a bowl of ramen. The California roll was solid and even better because it was free! My black garlic tonkotsu was tasty and exactly as I would expect. The noodles were cooked well, the broth was flavorful, and the egg was cooked perfectly!

    R9-Spicy Paitan (Thin Noodles)
    Natanya G.

    I've never had Ramen before (except the kind you ate in college that came in a square package) I was completely impressed! I dined with my daughter and her partner who have had ramen plenty of times. They said this is the best ramen they have eaten. I'll take their word for it since they are foodies! I enjoyed mine (R-9) it was super spicy just the way I liked it. Friendly people that worked there. Loved the vibe inside as well! I can't wait to go back!

    Chloe B.

    Oh girlllllllll. Did you say comfort and healing food! The outside is unassuming but when those doors open when the welcome of fun anime figurines, ramen house vibes, and snacks galore! You order your ramen at the self ordering check out registers. The ramen and waters are brought to the table. The ramen was made with love and my soul felt uplifted. The seasoned eggs are amazingggg. Definitely recommend and definitely would got back.

    Spicy Tonkotsu
    Luc L.

    I'm obsessed! My new favorite ramen spot in Folsom! My go-to is their Spicy Tonkotsu -- the flavor, broth, and noodles are perfect. I love that their ramen comes with a full egg, and you can order extra for just $1/egg. I always get an extra! The egg is the best part. The ramen includes two generous slices of charred pork belly, and I love that you can choose the type of noodle you want. My husband is all about the thin noodles, while I prefer the regular ones. They sell little Japanese knick-knacks and merch along with other small bites. We had the chicken karrague, and it was pretty good. You place your order at a kiosk or the counter and grab a number. We never had seating issues, but when it gets busy, you do have to watch for an open table, which can be hard if you are waiting in line to order. It did make me wonder what happens if there are more orders than available seats.

    Spicy Tonkotsu
    Diana L.

    Great spot for a quick, flavorful lunch! Stopped by Umami Ramen during my lunch break and was pleasantly surprised. You order at the front kiosk and grab a number which was super easy and efficient. The inside is decorated really cute, with little snacks and fun toys for sale that give it some charm. I ordered the Spicy Tonkotsu and it was delicious. You can choose your spice level. I went with mild, and it had just the right amount of kick. I also liked that you can pick your noodle type, which is a nice touch. The broth was rich and flavorful, just how I like it. Only one small thing, I wish they'd cut the egg in half for you, but that's really minor. Overall, it's a great choice if you're craving ramen and short on time. I'll definitely be back!

    R 3 - Black Garlic Tonkotsu
    Mrs. C.

    Best Ramen in the Sacramento area! Ever since we got back from Japan, we've been looking for a place to have Ramen, and after trying multiple places, we happened upon Umami! Umami is hands down by far the best Ramen we've had in this area! The service is great, the atmosphere is perfect, and the Ramen is delicious! Don't forget to try the Chicken Karaage as an appetizer!

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    Best ramen I've had in California! Spicy tonkatsu, katsu curry rice and the appetizers are all top tier.

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    This is the best ramen I've ever had! Such good flavors and depth. It's not too fatty and does not make me feel sick like some others do.

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    Ask the Community - Umami Ramen

    Can you pay with cash?

    Yes, you can order with our servers. Our self-ordering kiosks do not take cash.

    Do you use MSG?

    Yes, there are MSG in some of sauces we use.

    Is the broth dairy free? Looking for dairy and egg free bowl option (not vegan) due to allergies. Thank you!

    Our broth is dairy free, our noodles include eggs though.

    Are there Halal meat options?

    Sorry, we don’t have Halal meat option.

    Are there any vegan options?

    No, but they have a really good vegetarian ramen.

    Is the veggie ramen vegan or vegetarian?

    Our veggie ramen is vegetarian, we use egg noodles and provide a seasoned egg on the side.

    Will you be offering gluten free noodle options? Like rice noodle, glass noodle?

    Currently we have thick noodles (egg noodles) and thin noodles (wheat). We don’t have gluten free options as of now.

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    Fukumi Chaya x Momo Katsu

    4.4(359 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    They have one of my favorite ramen of all time. It is so delicious and perfect amount of spicy (I…read moreget the Kara Miso) Highly recommend.

    I have mixed feelings. 3/15/2026 came here around 2pm and…read moreit wasn't busy. Ordered 2 ramens and a beer, but the beer was never brought out; notified the waiter/manager about it and he took it off the check which was great. He also offered us and other tables a small sampler plate of the chicken katsu which was delicious. The thing that ticked me was when our ramens came out, we tried the broth and it was nice, but my bf shortly noticed we didn't have any eggs. Took quite a while for staff to notice us for us to call them over. Once we told the waiter (not the guy that brought tables the katsus) he asked us which ramens we ordered to see if they come with eggs, *All of them come with eggs except for kids ramen* and then he asked if we were sure it wasn't there and if it wasn't just buried under our ramen. We were looking at him with our ramen bowls still full to the top shuffling around our noodles to prove to him there's no eggs. Like i get mistakes happen, I wasn't upset about the beer, the no water refills, or the egg missing; it was just the way that waiter questioned us about it that made the meal sour. The food was good, but that interaction with that staff made us realize we could just go to one of the other fukumi restaurants bc the only difference to us was the service. *I even took a photo of the ramen before we realized the eggs were missing

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    RAKKAN Ramen - Folsom - PEARL is made with an original blend of salt and soy sauce. Our signature recipe from Japan with a clean and refreshing flavor.

    RAKKAN Ramen - Folsom

    4.1(194 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    ¡Umami! *The PEARL ramen so yummy* -- the broth is light yet…read moredeeply satisfying, carrying this beautiful, lingering essence of dried bonito and sardines that lets you know exactly what it's been slowly simmering in. It never feels heavy, just incredibly layered and comforting. The RAKKAN noodles have the perfect bite -- springy, smooth, and easy to eat without being flimsy. Every component in the bowl felt intentional. Now, I'll be honest -- I'm usually a fan of a heftier, juicier, melt-in-your-mouth chashu slice. But the thinner cut here actually makes sense. It fits the lightness of the entire dish perfectly, complementing the delicate broth rather than overpowering it. Sometimes restraint is the right call. We also started with the Takoyaki,** and honestly it was some of the best I've had. The outside had a gorgeous crisp shell while the inside was gloriously gooey -- exactly how takoyaki should be. The teriyaki sauce and mayo tied everything together perfectly. Other: -$$ -tap pay/card/cash -bench/table seating -bathrooms -plenty of parking -patience with the service

    Wanted something warm on a rainy day so ramen was perfect. We came in around lunch and it wasn't…read morebusy. Inside was clean with several tables and bar seating. The menu had ramen, some sushi, a couple of appetizers, buns, and and salads. We got the garnet miso ramen and the pearl ramen. They were out of the quartz. We also got the kids pearl without onions and a karaage. Food didn't take too long to come out. Flavor and portions were great. Loved the richness of the miso and sesame. And the pearl wasn't salty and had a clean flavor. Staff were super nice and attentive. We don't come to Folsom often but we would love to come back.

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    Tao’s Hotpot & Shabu - Our new noodle menu!

    Tao’s Hotpot & Shabu

    4.5(242 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    All you can eat
    Locally owned & operated

    Parking was easy and the plaza was quiet, which made the whole experience very comfortable. This…read moreplace came highly recommended by friends, and it absolutely lived up to that recommendation. The mushroom broth is a must try, very rich and flavorful. Even though the restaurant is very busy, the service was attentive and friendly throughout our meal. The dessert after the hotpot was also a nice surprise and very enjoyable. The price per person is a bit higher than other all you can eat hotpot places, but the quality of the ingredients more than justifies it. I have honestly never had hotpot with such high quality black tiger shrimp, and the beef was the best I have ever had at a hotpot restaurant. The owner clearly focuses on ingredient quality rather than fancy decor or presentation, otherwise the price would easily be much higher. In Las Vegas, hotpot of this same quality usually costs significantly more, so this place is absolutely worth trying. A great option for family gatherings, with excellent freshness and ingredient quality you can really trust.

    I don't live in the area but I came here for a friend's birthday dinner on a Wednesday night. It's…read morepretty easy to find and there's plenty of parking. The restaurant was actually pretty busy for a weeknight. My group did the AYCE option which also came with ice cream (dessert). Pros: meats and veggies were fresh. I liked the number options there were. There was a good variety of broths. Service was pretty quick and they kept checking up on us. It's a good place for groups and you're able socialize without having a noisy background. Cons: none

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    Hisui Sushi - From left to right, Johnny Cash - 5/5 Wildfire - 5/5 Hole in one - 3/5 Momo - 5/5, refreshing taste. Dragón - 5/5, classic, worth.

    Hisui Sushi

    4.2(546 reviews)
    4.0 mi
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    We visited our friends here in Folsom. And one of our…read morefriends treated us at Hisui Sushi. I read that it is a popular spot known for its impressive food presentation. The staff are friendly, the restaurant is clean, I used their restroom and it's clean. I always do this coz this is really important to me. If they treat the restroom really good that says about the food they serve as well. Their decor is simply nice and beautiful as well. The menu offers a variety of delicious options, and not too pricey. However, I just learned about their AYCE sushi when I read the reviews the next day. Wish we had known before we ordered so that we can try it. We appreciate the experience, attentive service, and their high-quality food. They even put orchid flower on a couple of the plates we ordered as a decor. Some staff recommended for us trying the Chirashi Don bowl or innovative sushi rolls but we declined. Parking is free and ample. Next to Ranch 99 so you can go after you eat if you need to go groceries. Highly recommended.

    Phoned in a takeout order. There was a bit of confusion over name-description of items I was…read moreordering, but in the end, my order came out exactly as I wanted. The order was ready in about 15 minutes, as estimated. I ordered the Spicy Ramen, but skipped the egg and pork (and requested extra veggies in their place). They did seem to give extra veggies, and the bowl was loaded with spinach and mushroom slices, along with several fish cakes and peppers. The Ramen noodles were cooked well, and I enjoyed eating everything, except the broth itself (not much flavor, and salty, to my taste). My husband looked at photos here on Yelp, and found one labeled "Stir fried veggie udon". That isn't on the online menu, and when I tried to order it, I was told that it was Veggie Udon (which is usually cooked in broth) "stir-fried in Teriyaki sauce" (not on the menu). And indeed it was. He loved it. The Teriyaki sauce was not overly sweet (like many other places). The stir-fry was well done (not oily), with a very good selection of veggies, and some tofu. The veggies and noodles were cooked to perfection. It was a big hit for him. Prices were quite reasonable, and the few people I interacted with were very pleasant. It was a very nice lunch experience.

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