Karami Ramen is a solid spot in Kearny Mesa--definitely one of the better ramen places around…read moreConvoy. The vibe feels like a classic Japanese ramen stall: simple, cozy, with that traditional narrow-counter setup and understated decor that keeps things focused on the food. Service is quick and efficient. I was seated, ordered, and had our bowls in front of me fast--no long wait, which is great when you're hungry. The ramen itself is really good. The broth has nice depth--rich and flavorful without being overwhelming, and it pairs well with the noodles. The meat is tender, cut generously enough to feel satisfying. Overall, it's reliable, tasty, and hits the spot for authentic ramen. Happy to recommend it and will definitely go back when I'm in the area.

Karami Ramen is a quaint ramen shop offering a variety of items including giant bowls of curry…read morekatsu ($19), various desserts, and, of course, authentic bowls of rich, garlicky, hits-the-spot ramen ($16-19). The setting was intimate, which to my understanding, is a feature of many ramen shops in Japan. We were quickly seated in the corner, and for the duration of the meal, I quickly forgot that the restaruant was filled with other guests. Tip: add-on free Korean chili spice for your ramen! Not only adds more value to the slightly smaller portion sizes, but it adds another level of complex flavor. You can add a little (or a lot!) according to your spice tolerance. In a city with tough ramen competition, I would say this place rivals Menya Ultra. Would still prefer Ramen Nagi, but this is a solid choice if I'm in the area.

I used to come to Niban quite often for lunch when I worked in the area, but I don't get down this…read moreway much anymore. Today I stopped by with a friend for a light lunch and was happy to see that they're still here after all these years. One thing I've always liked about Niban is their lunch specials. On this visit, we ordered the salmon skin roll, Baja roll, and of course their croquette, which is something I almost always get here because it's consistently good. The food was fresh, flavorful, and exactly what I remembered. The staff is generally friendly and attentive. The only minor issue I've noticed on occasion is that a server may accidentally place their thumb in the center of a plate while serving, which isn't the most sanitary practice. Hopefully that's something management can address. It's also nice to see this restaurant still doing well, especially since the shopping center feels much quieter these days with fewer businesses around besides Chipotle and McDonald's. Overall, Niban remains a reliable neighborhood sushi spot with good food, reasonable lunch specials, and friendly service. I'll definitely stop by again when I'm in the area.

One of my favorite Japanese restaurants to come to! No frills and non-pretentious, and they have…read moresome of the friendliest workers in San Diego! I usually get the chicken teriyaki bowl, inaris, and the spicy grilled yellow tail, which takes a while. They are always consistent and I appreciate that. They are in my rotation, so at least twice a month. On this last visit, thought I'd try something different. I got the chicken katsu curry, soooooo good! That gravy is amazing! I also ordered the yakisoba but off their secret menu, with beef. On the menu, you can get either vegetable or mix with chicken and shrimp. This was really good! Definitely ask if you can get it! Cako Approves!

Inside UTC mall food court, this grilled food counter serves hot and piping food in go to…read morecontainers. Their cuisine is mainly Japanese style stir fry or grilled with rice and veggies. Food taste is average. The food us gravy on MSG and soya sauce.

Yum! Great place to grab a quick bite to eat at UTC. They give you a lot of food for the price. I…read morehad the chicken teriyaki and it did not disappoint. Food is made fresh right in front of you. Staff is so so. Not super friendly but not bad either. Very busy place! Do yourself a favor and give them a try.

One of my favorite Ramen spots in America. Consistent broth, great noodle texture and premium char…read moresiu hits the spot. While parking and finding a seat may be challenging, spaces open up relatively quickly. Pro Tip: Get the Tokusen Toroniku, premium pork.

Seating can be hard to find at this popular ramen spot. I ordered the shrimp wontons, as every…read moresingle ramen option has a pork broth base and I don't eat pork. The wontons had thin skin, were quite small, and were served with green onion, thinly sliced fungus and some dipping sauces. Overall, the texture was good but the shrimp could have been seasoned better. My companions enjoyed their ramen but were not wowed.

We want to support small local businesses and explore some of the restaurants that may not have a…read morelot of reviews. We came here at Di Chan Thai Restaurant for dinner. It's a small Thai restaurant that does mostly to-go or carry-out orders because the dining area was pretty quiet when we visited. We ordered at the counter, and the person was very nice. The crispy tofu appetizer was very crispy, excellently fried. The sauce was sweet sauce on the side was so-so. The Pad wood Sen was the best dish. It's okay. I definitely had better at other places. The Spicy Thai Basil with squid was unfortunately very disappointing. The squid didn't taste freshly. It's slightly fishy. It's an okay Thai restaurant that unfortunately we had better at other places.

I am not vegan and I made the mistake of walking in without realizing they're a vegan…read morerestaurant...in spite of this, the service was fantastic! I ordered their drunken noodles with chicken and pad Thai with shrimp. Both protein options were alternatives/soy. I was caught off guard. Josh was amazing! He did a quick refund for my pad Thai but the drunken noodles were too good I ate them. Great option for vegans!!

Ordered appetizers that was enough for dinner. The wonton soup had six good sized wontons, five…read morelarge pieces of Kaarage (it was not the typical batter) and the beef skewers (don't remember the official name) those were top notch cooked medium rare and so flavorful. Highly recommend

Lovely underrated find! This ramen place is tucked away in a shopping plaza near UTC mall but with…read moresuper easy parking and tons of spots. We came in for an early dinner during a weekend and there was plenty of seating. Immediately upon entering, I was shocked by how nice the decor was and everything felt very modern, intentional, and well designed. There was even this giant sculpture near our table. The tables were big, sturdy, and just felt like quality. The servers were very patient with our big group taking some time to figure out what we wanted to order. They were definitely responsive but not pushy. I had the shio ramen and I thought it was very tasty. The broth was light and flavorful but not too much. Noodles were on the thinner side and had nice texture. The chasiu in the ramen was very good but the chicken was just okay. The edamame portion size was giant. Everyone enjoyed their food and was pleasantly surprised and satisfied with their meal. Highchair available? Yes!

Was at 99 ranch shopping and wanted a quick late night bite and decided to try Cha Cha Tea Spot…read more The food was surprisingly good! We enjoyed all the dishes and it wasn't greasy at all. The staff was very nice as it was past 8 which was closing and they still offered to make our food.

We wanted a little snack while we were shopping and decided to try the fried rice here . It really…read morehit the spot satisfying our snack craving . The service was friendly and fast. I will definitely go back here again. Next time I'm shopping in the area

The potato croquettes had an awesome texture. I could've used some more of the bechamel(?) white…read moresauce, but still delicious. The noodles were a bit thinner than my preference, but otherwise great. I ordered extra noodle, and it was a legitimate amount of extra noodle. I got the spicy red buta ramen and enjoyed the thick pork belly on top of the ground meat. It was a full and savory umami. The broth was also a deep and satisfying flavor. I was amused by the employee saying it's either mild or medium spicy. I asked if I could go "higher" than medium, after which they offered to and brought an extra little cup of their house mix. I liked that the cup was actual chopped chili and other ingredients and not some powder. But after dumping all of it into my broth......it still wasn't spicy at all. LOL Like a Japanese 2 star spicy. Or just "mild" in Thailand. It was really good though.

I've had this restaurant bookmarked in my list for a looong time. Some friends were visiting and…read moresuggested eating ramen for dinner, so we decided to check this place out. It's located next to Rose Donuts and MATADOR Mexican Grill in a small plaza near USD on Linda Vista Rd in Linda Vista. There is a parking lot with very narrow stalls. It could be difficult to find a stall during rush lunch and dinner hours. My friends and I ordered their Fried Calamari to share, and it really hit the spot. The way they fried the calamari came out really well. It was a nice, soft crispiness that I really like preferred to the thicker coating that some restaurants do. The mayo aioli was really good too. YUM. I ordered their Golden Curry with Mock Duck. I asked the worker what "mock" duck entailed, and she said it was soy-based meat that tasted like duck. Very intriguing! I decided to go with that rather than the chicken wing, and it was a GREAT choice. The mock duck tasted remarkably like roasted duck with just a subtle hint of soy - it was quite a delicious and surprising dish! It was very deceiving as it seemed like I was eating duck with my curry noodles! The broth was soooo good and truly hit the spot as I love coconut based curries. There was a nice kick from the chili oil and a rich umami flavor. I will definitely order this again! My boyfriend and a friend ordered their Spicy Red Buta which was packed with lot of protein including pork belly, minced pork, and half an egg. The broth had a nice creaminess and a rich umami flavor. It was a bit spicier than mine as it didn't have much creaminess as the curry. Still a delicious choice. The other friend ordered their Chicken Katsu Curry with a side of Sausage. The curry was a nice flavor without it being overly heavy and a nice smoothness to it. There was a nice crunch to the chicken without it being too hard and dry. There was a nice juiciness to it. Overall, I was thoroughly impressed with this hidden gem of a restaurant. I can't believe I only recently tried it! I will definitely be back for more in the future.