When I first moved into the city of Oceanside, I lived in an apartment complex on Grove Rd. While doing a search for Asian cuisine in the area, I came across Wu Lan Ramen and after my visit, I had to write a review! For some of the best ramen that Oceanside has to offer, I recommend The Wu Lan Ramen located in the Plaza Del Oro Shopping Center, just south of the 76 Hwy. It's hidden behind the 24 Hour Fitness and CVS. The plaza has limited parking, but it isn't typically too crowded and you should be able to find parking in front of this family-owned ramen restaurant. They have a quaint and trendy ambiance and they placed a lot of care into their anime murals, which lends to a "whimsical" vibe. It's a nice blend of traditional elements & colors and modern (kawaii) accents. The interior is also spacious and has great seating for groups and is also good for couples too. Enjoy table seating or better-yet at their bar seating and you can chat with the friendly staff! They have a "staple menu" that is written in chalk on a board and then there's their menu that is very diverse. They also have a great Happy Hour menu with items priced below $8, including sake! I enjoy their pan-fried gyoza, salted edamame, miso soup, firecracker shrimp, fried calamari, chicken karaage and most other delicious dishes. Their sushi menu is also high quality grade and I feel is often overlooked and underrated. But their ramen is what shines the most! There are so many styles & varieties! There's a lot to customize and their broth is amazing! There are many tasty bowls, desserts and don't forget to grab a sake or a craft beer! I recommend checking Wu Lan Ramen the next time you're looking for some authentic ramen or sushi in the north side of Oceanside. read more

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This is one of my favorite places to come for a yummy vegan ramen in North SD county! The noodles are always soft and chewy, just the way I like them. They are generous with their vegetable portions, and the broth is very easy on the palette. :) I accompanied my ramen with a drink and appetizer. The garlic edamame was a good portion, but I wasn't the biggest fan of the sweetness in the sauce used. As for the POG juice, it was perfect! Would definitely recommend it. read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Skinny Pig (Vegan) - Added a soft boiled egg + POG Juice + Garlic Edamame - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

Very nice staff. The food was like Asians and Hawaiian fusion. The boba was good. The ramen was good. Rolls were the best part of the experience. No discounts of any kind on food. read more

Update 4/25: It genuinely makes me a little sad to write this, because I used to absolutely adore Wulan , it's right down the street from my house and the Ghibli references inside make it feel so special and charming! But the last two visits have been pretty disappointing, and I feel like honesty is actually the kindest thing I can offer here. The service has slipped noticeably ...tables sat with stacks of dishes, not enough staff on the floor and the food quality has followed. Brown lettuce in my salad, the corn potato salad being sold out, Katsu that was overcooked and dry. That's really hard to overlook, especially when a bowl of ramen is running $16 to $20 and there are solid alternatives like Beshock and Gonzo nearby. That said, the ramen itself is still genuinely good! If you're going purely for ramen and can let the rest slide, it's still one of the better spots around. I'm just rooting for them to bounce back, because I really, truly want to love this place again the way I used to! read more

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It smells like restaurants on Oahu. I can't explain what that means, but I got a meaningful whiff that brought me right to Oahu, haha. Not any other Hawaiian island, lol. It wasn't the best ramen I've ever had, but it satisfied the inexplicable ramen craving I have been experiencing when I tax my brain for hours on end. Another big pro is that they have chicken ramen options, which I always appreciate. I don't typically love ramen, so definitely take my assessment with a grain of salt. I do love a draft Japanese beer though, so I can definitely attest to that! read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Wulan Chicken Ramen, spicy - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Worth the wait!!! I ordered the chicken wulan app~ delish!!! My bro ordered the chicken teriyaki plate and it's enough for 2!!! But for him? A piece of cake.:) I had the ribeye teriyaki bowl cooked to perfection!! I enjoyed my large hot sake listening to reggae!! Good vibes:) Take me home!! read more

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Stopped in for a quick dinner. Ordered Wulan Chicken Ramen at the counter. Found a seat at table in their casual dining area. Food was brought to the table by the friendly professional staff. Ramen was a large bowl of yumminess with copious amounts of chicken. Recommended to friends & family and anyone looking for a wholesome meal in just one bowl. read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Wulan Chicken Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

I spent 3 years in Japan and I think this is one of the best ramen spots in the area. I love the artwork around the restaurant as well. This is my go to spot. read more

First time here and man was it good! The garlic edamame was delicious! Such a wonderful garlic flavor! The place is reminiscent of many great small restaurants in San Francisco! We really enjoyed the great service and delicious sushi! Gotta get back here again soon as the menu is pretty rich with great choices of food for everyone in your group! read more

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Best ramen I've had in so long. Every part is incredible and the service is amazing. Already been twice in that last week. Will be coming again, the only thing I was disappointed in was not finding this place sooner since I've lived in Oceanside for the last 3 years. read more

The service here was so quick! I liked the vibe of this restaurant too. Tried the black knight ramen which was definitely the better one. The Hot Chick was good, a bit too spicy for me and the broth could've been hotter (temperature-wise) but all the ingredients were good in it! The cuts of chicken were more dark meat and I would've preferred white personally but still a yummy ramen! read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Hot chick ramen - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

The place is clean, food is great! Service is fantastic, I forgot our server's name but my mom only drinks hot water and she made sure my mom gets it. All three of us had their famous ramen and it didn't disappoint. Thank you, Wu Lan Ramen! read more

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I will come to this place over and over! True hidden gem in Oceanside. Small cute ramen shop ! Definitely is my go to when I don't want to make the drive to SD ! Creamy broth & charred flavored pork chasu giving the broth a homestyle flavour. Guys stop reading and go already. read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Wu-Lan Ramen my go to everytime - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Cozy ambience. Incredible experience. Owners obviously care very deeply about ensuring their customers feel seen and taken care of. So sweet and everyone was lovey and attentive. Our food was incredible, we both got miso hot ramen and gyoza. Possibly the best miso I've had. We were passing through on a FB marketplace run and got lucky we stopped here. 10/10!!! read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Miso Hot Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

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I've visited several times now and it never disappoints. The ramen is always my go to. Recently, I was excited to see they've expanded their sushi menu, and it's definitely worth exploring. I tried the spicy tuna roll and the Hawaiian crunch roll. The new sushi options add a whole different layer to the experience, making it just as fun to come for rolls as it is for ramen. Between the consistently great ramen and the fresh sushi menu, this has become one of my favorite spots to keep coming back to. read more

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I'm new to Oceansides from LA and in search of a new ramen spot. I got the Wu Lan Ramen in hopes of that creamy Tonkotsu pork broth with those deep umami undertones. It came out looking great but I was somewhat saddened by the broth. Instead of creamy and rich, it felt watered down and lacked that flavorful salty note. Positives: Bamboo shoots, egg, and noodles were yummy Room for improvement: Broth. My chashu was mostly fat and did not have a lot of actual meat. With the char, I expected to bite into something flavored and salted with soy, but it was very bland, tough, and fatty. I really wanted this to work out, but the broth needs more love. The broth is one of the main reasons why I crave ramen read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Wu lan Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

Absolutely 10/10! Everything is fresh and delicious. The service and ambience are great.

We love Wu lan!! You order by the counter which makes it easier for us. Food is always great! We Love potstickers and crackers shrimp appetizers. They have a great happy hour deal. Ramen is so tasty and the sushi rolls are always fresh. I understand it does get busy around dinner time but it's so worth the wait food is delicious. I always enjoy the art in the walls. read more

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We were greeted as we entered this establishment. The staff was warm. The food was not bad. I enjoyed the broth of the Hot Chic ramen. It could've used some lemon. I thought the place could use a good cleaning, but again not too bad. read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Chicken teriyaki bowl - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

SO GOOOD! We ve gotten take out here twice now and both times we were super satisfied. I got the Spicy Miso and my husband got the Hot Chick. Spice level was perfect and the flavor was a 10/10. Also recommend getting the potato salad- nice fresh bite in between the ramen bites. read more

10/10 recommend the best ramen I've had in a very long time + service and vibes were great

Everything was great! We came an hour before closing. Staff was friendly and food came out delicious and exactly what we ordered. read more

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I've been coming here a lot recently and have finally decided to write them a well-deserved review. Wu Lan has a very warm and cozy atmosphere. The staff are always friendly, helpful, and patient. You get a good amount of food for the price, especially during happy hour. Not gonna lie, I did not trust this ramen place to make other types of food well, but they have the best takoyaki I've had, their sushi is surprisingly good too, and my go-to nowadays is their teriyaki ribeye plate. Speaking of, I've ordered that teriyaki ribeye plate maybe 6 times now and every single time it's been cooked perfectly with some pink in the middle which is especially impressive considering it's a thinner steak. The smoky and charred flavors balance well alongside the teriyaki sauce which complements the steak and rice instead of overpowering it. The steak sits on a bed of rice (really well cooked and fluffy every time) and comes with miso soup, corn salad, and potato salad. All for $19. So worth it. Oh yeah, and of course their ramen's good too. Personally I'm just not a big ramen or soup kinda guy so I gravitate toward the rest of their menu. And to keep things feeling a bit less biased, I'll mention one menu item I don't like all too much. Their pork bao bun which I've had on 3 occasions is kind of like a shredded/pulled pork that's really dry. The rest of the flavors on it are fine, but I'm used to pork belly bao buns which tend to be a lot juicier. Probably not the most fair comparison since they're technically two different items, but either way I'm not the biggest fan of that one. Anyway, if you're debating trying out this spot, I'd highly recommend it. Their menu is diverse yet concise, and they seem very consistent in both their service and food quality. Chances are, you'll have a good time here :) read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Teriyaki Ribeye Steak Plate - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

This review is solely based on our past two pickup order experiences (ordered online). One was 25 minutes later than the projected pickup time, and tonight was 55 minutes after the projected pickup time. These were small $40 orders. I'm not sure if I'll order here again, as they need to improve their order completion estimates and execution. The food is pretty good, which is why we've eaten here five times. But understand that you're potentially risking a lot of your time. read more

Hidden gem. Service and food were amazing. Hannah was my service and she was delightful and cheerful. Chef Tony even came out to chat with me and my partner. Felt like having a meal at a friend's house. Come for the food, stay for the friendliness. read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Sushi Boat Special. - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

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The ramen was delicious but there's a wierd smell coming from behind the big booth smh. Once you smell it your nose won't forget.

Genie and her "family run" Wu Lan Ramen is simply the best ramen we have found in San Diego county. The attention to detail on each dish is off the hook perfection. Each style of ramen is spot-on, the firecracker shrimp are delicious and the sushi when available is "On Point." The staff of servers are efficient, friendly and helpful with questions. The interior is warm and inviting, and well kept! I highly recommend Wu Lan Ramen Tap House! You will not be disappointed! Tom D. read more

Get their firecracker shrimp. It is a MUST. Very cute anime themed ramen spot! I've had their miso ramen also tasty and their katsudon is yummy too. Friendly staff. You pay first before getting your food read more

Food (5/5 stars): I've been sleeping on Wu Lan Ramen Tap House in Oceanside! They have a wide variety of ramen to choose from, and I went with the Black Knight because I love black sesame oil. The broth was rich and garlicky and the chashu was fatty and charred to perfection. I also tried the broth for the spicy vegan ramen and it blew me away. I'm definitely coming back here! Experience (/5 stars): * Price: reasonable * Wait Time: minimal on a Saturday night for a party of 2 * Service: very good and friendly. They gave great recommendations! * Parking: the lot is small and can get packed * Ambiance: I love all the decorations! read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Black Knight - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

This restaurant never disappoints. We have been dining here for the past few years and never had bad experience. From atmosphere, service to food, everything is very good. Our favourite starter here is tokoyaki. This Japanese snack is cooked perfectly. The balls are brushed with takoyaki sauce and mayonnaise, and then sprinkled with green laver and shavings of dried bonito. Our other favourite is pan fried vegetables gyoza. Nice and soft with a bit of Cranach from frying. Ramens are great too. The broth is always well balanced with right amount of seasoning. Toppings, noodles and meats going into the soup are equally good and flavoursome. I would recommend to visit this restaurant if you are in for ramen or Japanese plate of food. read more

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This place is definitely flying under the radar. We've been searching for more restaurants in Oceanside, but haven't been too excited about many restaurants in the area. THIS place was so so so good. F O O D Black Knight - Highly recommend. It had the perfect amount of seasoning and the broth was creamy, garlicky, and had just the right amount of salt (not too salty). My hubby wanted to combine my broth with his Mega Pig. Chicken Karrage - Crispy, great batter. The pieces are cut in such a way that they maximize the crispy pieces. Maybe that was intentional or not, but it was delicious! Jalapeno Popper - This is new on the menu. It wasn't too spicy and had a good amount of crisp on the outside. I would definitely recommend these! My picture below is one slice of the Jalapeno popper. Yum! S E R V I C E Service was phenomenal. Jeannie, the owner, just took over this spot a little while ago and her fam runs the place. Her and her daughter checked in on us multiple times and it was so nice to chat with them. We came in late and they didn't try to rush us out. They also told me not to clean up the bajillion puffs that my baby dropped on the floor. A M B I A N C E They have Totoro and several other anime characters drawn on the walls! I took my baby to take pictures almost as soon as we sat down. I highly recommend this place. We plan to make it a part of our regular rotation when we're in the area. read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Black Knight - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Food was large, fresh, and flavorful. Service was friendly, kind, and prompt! Ambiance was pleasant, clean, and decor was fun anime artwork up all over! I loved this place and will definitely be back. They also have great happy hour deals for dinning in! read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Pork cutlet gravy plate - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

This place has great food. Never had a bad meal here. Ramen is insane. Katsu is a huge portion, always excellent ... and the sauce is awesome. Nice people on staff. Highly recommend read more

Food - yumm! Their TAKOYAKI was sooo good! I would order that 2x and im satisfied! The ramen was good too, for some reason, it's not as rich like 2-3 years ago. Service - owner was very friendly and personable. The other staff are ok! They have a order and pay now then seat model. Convenient if you want to be out and about after eating but if you are new there, its a bit awkward to stand in a not so big receiving area to go through the menu. I felt rushed. Ambiance - i love anime and they all have paintings of all Studio Ghibli characters. Good thing i just binge watched them on Disney! read more

My experience here was absolutely awesome. I was welcomed in by the staff and they let me know what the specials were the moment I walked in. I ordered chicken karrage and takoyaki. BOTH WAS ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!! The restaurant dine in experience was nice. It was calm but lightly social. Beautiful Japanese music and some anime screening at the bar. They have cute Japanese decor throughout the whole restaurant. - DISCOUNT 10% when you pay in cash - the food was delicious!! Thank you so much for the lovely dine in experience. I will be back again in the future. read more

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Sure value for ramen. Lips smacking broth, awesome fixings. So good we don't even need the cold weather for it :-) We also love the firecracker shrimp app. Tasty with texture. Service can get a bit slow when busy. read more

Wu Lan Ramen Tap House - Chicken ramen - Ramen Near Me - Oceanside, California

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We got the Firecracker Shrimp and the Gyozas as an appetizer... omg so so so yummy! The pork gyozas had this crispiness, and soft crunch to them. While the shrimp had this semi spicy, flavorful blast to them. We enjoyed the food so much we forgot to take photos, but it was amazing. For our entrees we got Wu LAN Raman with the pork, and the Chicken Katsu Don. and the broth for my ramen, it warmed my soul up. My husband's has been to Japan and said that the ambiance felt warm and homey. His food was also delicious we both indulged in this delightful dinner, thank you! we can't forget about the service! We brought our two year old and he was a little bit too hyper this time. He loved the Raman and the rice from both our entrees all three of us give it a 5 restaurant for San Diego County. read more

Not the best tasting ramen but price point and service is good if you want to eat out and not break the bank. Cute murals and nice music, overall the ambiance was pleasant. I wish I could give it more stars but our ramen was really not great. The broth was not very flavorful, almost as if it had been cut with water. The noodles weren't high quality. The meat was good but that was about it. Overall, it's a fine spot if you want cheap ramen and aren't much of a ramen critic. read more

Probably the best Ramen/Jap food spot in all SD. yes i said it. first of all, the amazing flavors, the quality, the serving size, the reasonable prices, and have i mentioned happy hour? They aint serving frozen apps, it's all quality made. The vibe is superb, always great music, greats smells, extremely clean, and super duper friendly and welcoming staff. If we could eat here everyday we would. read more

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They offer sushi on Thursday-Sundays and what we tried was good. Service is warm and friendly! Will be back to try more of their ramens~