Walking in the decor of the place is super cute and modern. Very sleek environment. The music is upbeat and lively. The servers and staff are so very friendly. Carolina was our server and was super attentive and took good care of us. We split a plate of 3 crispy rice, highly recommend getting this app it is delicious. I had a tonkatsu ramen with an extra half egg and broccolini which just elevated an already perfected dish. Definitely a great choice for lunch or dinner! read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

ok I need to talk about this broth. I don't know what HiroNori is doing to it but I sat there after finishing my bowl and genuinely considered ordering a second one. Rich, complex, not too salty, the kind of thing that makes you realize you've been settling for mediocre ramen your whole life. Was visiting San Diego and a friend insisted we come here. I was hungry and would have eaten pretty much anything so my expectations weren't super high. That was my mistake because this place is legit. The noodles have the right texture, the toppings are generous and fresh, and everything in the bowl feels like it belongs there. Nothing random or thrown in just to fill space. Service was quick and the staff was cool without being over the top about it. The space is clean and has a nice low key vibe, good for lunch or dinner. If your ever in the San Diego area and you eat ramen even occasionally, just go. I'm from Fresno and we do not have anything like this and it genuinely made me a little sad about that on the drive home. read more

Took a few minutes to find this place--better signage on the restaurant's exterior would be much appreciated! Upon entry, the contemporary Zen decor is an ideal complement to the clean flavors of this Californian chain's acclaimed SHOYU RAMEN (pork chashu, green onion, spinach, bamboo, kaiware sprouts, half egg), which my girlfriend and I both ordered. Highly recommend the CRISPY RICE WITH SPICY TUNA (spicy tuna, avocado, jalapeno, eel sauce) as well. Service is well-meaning but a touch overbearing--while I appreciate being checked on occasionally, flat-out interrupting conversations goes too far! Staff would benefit from a lighter hand. FYI a service fee is included on the check, but you can ask for it to be removed--our party of 2 just paid it as we felt it was fair. read more

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Love this ramen spot in Sorrento valley! Not only is there plenty of parking but the ramen broth and noodles tastes rich and flavorful. The restaurant also has a clean and minimal decor which adds to the overall ambiance. I really liked the tonkatsu ramen and the black garlic add on but honestly it didn't need the black garlic because the broth was so rich already! read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Tonkatsu ramen with black garlic add-on - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

Quick service and good food. This is just what I needed. The ramen was delicious. I was very impressed with the vegetarian ramen that my husband ordered. The broth was delicious and I couldn't even tell it was vegetarian. I would definitely order that again. My son loved the tonkatsu ramen and daughters enjoyed the salmon poke bowl. The entire family left happy and full. We will definitely be back! read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Vegetarian ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

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This restaurant is right next to Moment Sushi. The ambiance had minimalistic decor, and the service was friendly. I appreciate the complimentary fruit water that they serve. They mentioned that they currently don't have an alcohol license yet, but that they will potentially get it in the future. So right now, all of their drinks are non alcoholic. I decided to order the yuzu pina colada and it was refreshing. I would order it again. For one of our sides, we ordered the eel tempura buns. As an eel lover, I felt like it was just okay since the eel tempura wasn't crispy enough, compared to what I normally get when I order tempura. On the other hand, I enjoyed the crispy chicken, which had garlic and was soy marinated. For the ramen, you can choose to get thick or thin noodles. You can also choose to substitute the pork for chicken or tofu. I got the tonkotsu ramen with thick noodles, and felt that the broth was well balanced. You can add garlic and house spicy sauce for free. You can also ask for it on the side. The black garlic oil is also delicious, but costs $1.60 more. One of my friends got the pork rice bowl, and enjoyed it but felt like there should be a sauce offered on the side to pair with the amount of rice in the bowl. My other friend got the shoyu ramen, and enjoyed the rich soy sauce flavor that it had. All in all, this is a solid spot if you are craving ramen! read more

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First off vibes are immaculate here, you're greeted warmly by the well-trained and friendly staff right when you enter. The decor is modern and trendy with warm wood bamboo finishes. We came to eat with four and happened to get here a lot earlier than the other two in our group. The servers were so friendly and understanding took great attentive care of us while we waited. For food: Tonkotsu ramen: really enjoyed it with the thick noodles although my chashu was a little overcooked Rice bowl: my friend ordered the pork rice bowl. He said the flavor was good but he had the same slightly overcooked chashu. Eel Temoura buns: good concept, enjoyed the taste but tempura was a little soggy Karage: well executed, crispy skin, juicy chicken - enjoyed it Overall, this was a very good experience, loved the service it was a strong point and really liked the food just a few minor hiccups. Would come back! read more

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Relatively smaller restaurant and we had a pretty large group so it did take a while to get seated. Service was good and they had fruit infused water. Ramen was rich in flavor and pork chashu was well seasoned, thick and still crispy on the outside. You can also ask for garlic or the house spicy sauce on the side. Shoyu Ramen: 5/5 - good presentation and tasty read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

This expanding chain ramen business has opened its newest location in Sorrento Valley where an Indian cuisine restaurant used to reside. I have dined at their Hillcrest shop a few times before including once for a Yelp event. The inside of the suite was simply decorated with light wood tones. About 40 diners could be seated, but beware that some of the seats were stools without any lumbar support. My friend and I arrived right as they opened on a weekday. By the time we finished, all of the seats were occupied from the lunch hour rush. A one page menu sheet listed their three types of ramen (tonkotsu, shoyu, vegan). Spicy cold dipping noodles (aka tsukemen) were also available. Four rice bowls, eight sides, two desserts, and an assortment of non-alcoholic beverages made up the rest of the menu. I selected the Shoyu Ramen which was a bowl of handcrafted thick noodles containing chicken broth, aged soy sauce, two pieces of pork chashu, green onion, spinach, bamboo, kaiware sprouts, and half of a soft boiled egg. The broth was light as I preferred it over a heavier liquid. The meat was soft and flavorful. My friend picked one of the rice bowls which had more heat than expected. For the price and quality of my food, I gave a four star rating for HiroNori Craft Ramen. read more

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Went here for the first time and really loved the service and atmosphere right away. Its a smaller space but well utilized. The staff were all very friendly and made the experience even better. We ordered the tonkotsu ramen, the spicy tuna rice, and cold dipping noodle. Loved all three dishes, especially the tuna crispy rice. My toddler kept asking for more noodles throughout the dinner so that was a major plus for us! Will definitely be back. Keep up the good work! read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Cold Dipping Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

I love going to nearly open spots and on top of that to have a Ramen chain that opened up close by my house is a real big benefit. I took my work team with me. We ordered as much food as we could eat and I was there. It was definitely five stars. Starting off with the battered eel buns, that was a unique change from your regular pork bun buns (which they also have). The salmon crispy rice was pretty good. I would say lower quality than what you would get at nobu but does the job. The Shoyu Ramen had such a nice and light broth that you could not tell. This was a soup with all the ingredients inside that included spinach and a perfectly grilled pork belly with your egg and sprouts. It was all really delicious. My coworkers raved about the water that was infused with fruit and the friendly service. I would definitely come back because for the price point what you're getting and the quality of food they were all top notch. See my pictures and give it a visit. The inside was pretty modern and the seats were not all that comfortable, but they were matching the Japanese style Ramen shops. read more

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We love that Hiro Nori just opened in Sorrento Valley. Parking is much easier and we were seated right away on Saturday around 5pm for a table of 6. Very clean minimalist decor. Our server was excellent, very attentive and personable. My husband and I both ordered the tonkatsu add extra chashu 3 pieces which we split. The chashu is sooo tender, broth is super rich and buttery, noodles thick and chewy and the egg is perfectly runny like it should be. You will not be disappointed. They add a 17% service fee which replaces the gratuity but you can ask for it to be removed and set your own percentage. read more

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Been wanting to try this place and glad they opened another location with good parking! We came at opening for a Saturday lunch and were seated right away. Quite a couple of parties came in later. The space is clean and minimalist with a good amount of tables but the chairs were a bit uncomfortable with no back. Service was really kind, friendly, quick and checked on us often. There's an automatic 17% service charge which is written on the menu and the waiter let us know before paying. -Tonkotsu ramen (4.5/5): broth was rich and flavorful, noodles were nicely chewy and thick, chashu slices were thick and tender, I like how it comes with bean sprouts, spinach and an egg! Portion was pretty big -Chicken karaage (4.5/5): juicy, lightly battered and crispy. Dipping sauce was thinner than expected but good flavor. read more

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Came at opening for a Saturday lunch and was seated promptly. Although they just opened a few weeks ago, there was a good amount of customers coming in as we ate. The space is very modern and clean but seating was a bit uncomfortable (chairs are hard with no back). Service is very attentive and friendly! FYI there is an automatic 17% service charge which they informed us is optional to remove Tonkotsu ramen (4.5/5): very flavorful and aromatic. I like how much chashu, spinach and bean sprouts there is and it already includes an egg as well. Chashu is thick and juicy, a little fatty. Portion is big too Chicken karaage (4.5/5): crispy and lightly battered. I thought the consistency of the dipping sauce was a little thin but it still tasted good read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Crispy chicken karaage ($9.90) - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

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The shoyu chicken ramen had a clean yet flavorful broth. They have fast service and was able to accommodate a large group of 10+ people! Tucked away in a plaza near a corporate park with plenty of parking available. The interior was modern and hip. I'd come again! read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

The newest ramen spot in the area, and it was so good! Their appetizers really stood out to me. We had their: * Cucumber Crab Salad - So refreshing. Mixed in with a seaweed. It's sweet, tangy, and has a good crunch. * Pork Buns - Cooked perfectly! The buns were so soft as well as the pork. Their sauce inside really makes the dish! * Eel Tempura Buns - Their tempura batter is next level. Perfectly light and crispy. I usually always love eel the most, however, the pork ones take the win. * Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice - The rice here is thinner than most places I've had, and that's a good thing! *Very* crunchy, and they put a lot of fish. The fish isn't overly mixed so it's not mushy. The cold noodles were a first for us! The sauce left our tongues tingling! Their tonkatsu and vegan broths were both very thick and creamy and I love love love that they make their own noodles! The inside is very calming and warm, and everyone was so kind and welcoming. I'm glad to have experienced this spot before the crowds come in! read more

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Stepping into this restaurant felt like stepping into a ramen shop in Tokyo. Warm greeting in Japanese welcomes you into a minimalistic stylish space. The tonkotsu ramen was one of the best ive had. The Pork chashu was tender but had yummy charring. I resisted ordereding it spicy and the broth was just so flavourful that it wouldve gotten lost in the spice. Ordered an extra egg and the egg was delicious as well. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Tonkatsu ramen 5/5 - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

I've had Hironori Ramen in Irvine a few times so when I heard they opened up a location in SD, I had to try! My family came around 6:30 pm on a Saturday and despite it being Father's Day weekend, there was surprisingly no wait & plenty of tables open. Our family doesn't eat ramen often as it's heavy so I was curious to get their thoughts! I personally like their tonkatsu ramen, which is rich with a creamy broth and not at all oily or greasy. My dad preferred the shoyu ramen due to its clear broth. At our waiter's recommendation, we tried their housemade drinks - the cucumber mint yuzunade and yuzu pina colada. Honestly, the cucumber drink tasted like cucumber juice or one of those healthy probiotic drinks. Not something you would pay to enjoy lol. The yuzu pina colada was wayyy too sweet that it completely overpowered the taste...lowkey could give you a heart attack. Although our experience was nothing amazing, I'd come back to try their sides & other menu items! FYI - they automatically charge a 17% service fee which you can ask to have removed. read more

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First time trying HiroNori and so glad i did!! My top ramen spots in SD were always just menya ultra and ramen nagi, and I've always been super curious about this one but their OG location has just never been convenient to go to. I then randomly saw this on the maps close to mira mesa today and knew I had to try it. Needless to say, it did not disappoint. Tonkatsu Ramen (5/5) - The broth was so rich and creamy, but in the best way that doesn't make u feel tired of it the more you eat. The pork chashu.... was the best. Not too fatty and was so flavorful at every bite. Couldn't have made a more perfect tonkatsu ramen. The service was so amazing as well, very kind servers! My go to ramen from here on out i think :) read more

We had such high hopes for this place since we use to go to the one in Hillcrest. We were super excited when one was open closer to where we live. Pros about this place is there is definitely easier parking. However the broth of their tonkatsu ramen was way too salty. The hillcrest location broth is much better, tastier, and more balanced. Even the color of the broth was different as I remember the hillcrest location the broth was lighter and more milky. The tuna crispy rice was good since they give you a big portion of it but the ramen was a let down. Staff there were super friendly and service was quick. But I do not think we will be going back to this location. Overall a disappointed experience. read more

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Really cute little location in Sorrento Valley, coming in early (11:30ish) there was no trouble getting a table, but by noon, all tables were filled. It was minimalist inside, mostly with this wicker bench like seats (so no back support) or the hard bench booths along the walls. Menu was straightforward with ramen, rice bowl, or hand roll options. I've never tried the rice bowls from HiroNori so I decided to pick a large spicy tuna bowl. The bowl was large and came with a lot of rice and quinoa. There were two scoops of spicy tuna that was truly spicy, so I was only able to eat one while sweating and brought the other scoop back for my husband. I don't think I'd get it again. The service was great, very efficient and our waters were constantly being filled. read more

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came here with family and had such a good time. their cucumber salad is AMAZING, like i would honestly order at least two next time lol. i got the cold spicy dipping noodles and it was definitely something new for me. it wasn't bad at all, just not my personal favorite. i still think their tonkotsu ramen wins for me because the broth was super rich and umami. we also got the pork rice bowl and if you order the large, they are SO generous with the protein haha. the crispy rice with spicy tuna was definitely a hit too. my brother in law also ordered either the spicy tuna rice bowl or the salmon one and he said it was really good! i also tried the pork bun and the pork was pretty fatty, so just keep that in mind if that's not really your thing. our server was super friendly and cute, and she definitely gave really good recommendations. the place also just opened and i really liked the aesthetic of it! overall everything tasted great and the whole experience was really enjoyable. i highly recommend checking out their sides/appetizers because those honestly stood out the most to me! read more

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My wife and I saw that this place was close by so we had to check them out. I don't think the restaurant does reservations but we went around 5-6pm and we had to wait 30mins to be seated. There was a party of 8 that was waiting before us and the place is small so there wasn't much seating. The establishment was full of people dining and more waiting outside. The food was pretty good with a good portion and I liked how the menu was simple. The servers were attentive and quick. Would like to try the other stuff on the menu sometime in the future read more

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First time trying this specific location but the other one did not disappoint so I had to try it. There was a very large lot but we were able to park with no issue on a Saturday afternoon. We had a fairly large group but the service was great and they were very attentive. The atmosphere was loud but it was also very busy and everyone was having a great time. The karaage was flavorful but just needed a little more crunch. The ramen though was delicious and worth coming in for. Can't wait to go back read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Tomkatsu ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

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Very nice service, clean place. Good selection on menu. I did the tonkatsu ramen and added house made black garlic oil. I ordered the combo where you also get a mini rice bowl and a green salad. Rookie mistake, way too much food. If you were dining with a child, this might be a good choice if they aren't into ramen. Noodles were of good quality, tonkatsu broth could have another day to improve the mouthfeel. Egg was cooked properly for ramen. The chasu was good and tender. I travel nearby for work and am happy I have this close option near to my hotel. Will become a regular visit on my future trips. read more

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We got the tonkotsu ramen and it did not disappoint. The broth is super rich and the noodles very bouncy and the perfect length. The chasu was nicely done. Unlike some other ramen places, there wasn't a need for a lot of toppings. Service was super fast and responsive. Took our order very quick and checked on us multiple times. I would say the interior of this shop is quite different from the one in Hillcrest. A bit more seating and a super minimalistic interior. It's comfortable enough for a nice meal but probably not the best for long conversations. Parking is definitely a highlight and is leagues better than Hillcrest. Overall, if you're looking for authentic ramen, this place ranks in one of the top spots. In my opinion in might be better than Menya Ultra because it feels more calm and simple. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

Delicious new ramen joint! Loved everything. We got the tonkatsu ramen and added the black garlic oil. Noodles had great texture, chasu was tender, and the black garlic oil added amazing layer of flavor. Also got the chicken karage, which I don't usually like, but this one had a super crispy and light batter that was perfect. Vegan gyoza was also surprisingly yummy. Service was great, the space has a modern clean aesthetic. Will definitely be back! read more

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We had a great experience. Staff was kind and attentive and the food was delicious. We have been loyalists to another spot in town because nothing really compares... until Hironori, these is easily in our top 2 in San Diego now! We tried the cucumber salad, pork buns, tonkatsu ramen, cold dipping noodles and vegan ramen and everything was fantastic. The pork buns were perfectly light, fresh and the pork was tender with a sweet glaze. I loved the tonkatsu broth, it was a super flavorful, strong chicken broth flavor and I loved it. I also loved the simple decor, very clean and calming. read more

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Came here during my lunch break on a Monday. I ordered tonkatsu ramen and edamame. The food runner brought me shoyu instead. Shoyu was plain and not flavorful, but the pork was very tasty and tender. As for the edamame, it was too salty that I tried rubbing the salt off with a napkin. The server I had was very friendly and attentive. Would I come back? Maybe? I've had better ramen places in San Diego. read more

I came here with a friend on a Friday and we were able to walk in. Service was solid. I had the tonkotsu ramen and added corn and also had the gyoza. My friend had the cold dipping noodles and the edamame (with a hint of yuzu on them). No issues with parking-huge benefit over the Hillcrest location. I would absolutely come back. Rivals my other top ramen picks in San Diego and is unique in terms of the salads/appetizers on the menu. Clean, simple modern restaurant. I will be back. read more

Super excited to have a location closer to me. I love the veggie ramen here. Flavorful with a little kick!

Nestled in the business center plaza alongside other food and coffee shops, there is a parking lot but it is not dog friendly as featured on Yelp. Only service dogs are allowed, so we ordered for pickup and sat at the café next door with our dog. I was excited to try this location since I enjoy their Hillcrest location. Typically, you'd join the waitlist and then get seated. Sadly the crispy chicken was not our favorite. The pieces were small for $10 and it wasn't bad, just not worth it to me. I'd likely come back here if I specifically want the cold dipping noodles. Service was very friendly and quick! read more

Best noodles in SD!! So glad HiroNori opened a new location. Great ambience and the food always hit the spot. Lovely service from Carolina, she was super sweet read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Shoyu Ramen and Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

A new ramen spot opened in the plaza, and I had to check it out! Their Tonkotsu ramen features a rich, silky pork broth with fresh veggies and tender slices of pork everything is made from scratch, and you can definitely taste the difference. I also couldn't get enough of the crispy rice topped with spicy tuna and the refreshing cucumber salad. The service really stands out, with staff using traditional phrases that make you feel like you're back in Japan. The ambiance ties it all together with a clean, minimalist feel. read more

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Best ramen in town! Very good food and high quality ingredients. The owner James is a great guy read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Creamy chicken ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Diego, California

Incredible food and service and a great value. I've been to the location in Irvine many times. Never been to Hillcrest because the lines are ridiculously long. Try it here now before word gets out about this new location! read more

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Finally got to try HiroNori after wanting to go to their Hillcrest location. But this one definitely has better parking. Came on a Saturday evening and got seated right away. Love the minimalist decor and soft lighting. I ordered the classic Tonkotsu ramen and added the black garlic oil. The broth was flavorful and the noodles had great mouth feel. Good chew. And the addition of the black garlic oil took it to another level. It's worth getting it! My husband ordered the Shoyu ramen and made his a combo w/the salmon poke bowl. It came w/a salad that had tasty dressing. And the salmon tasted so fresh and the marinade on it was fantastic. Everything was delicious and will definitely come back. My mouth is watering just thinking about it as I type this review oh I want to also add that service was great and our waitress was super nice without being overbearing. read more

Service was solid and the vibe inside was nice! Pork buns were the best thing we got!! The ramen was delicious, the broth was so rich the salmon bowl was good, but it is a TON of rice so be aware. The spicy chili hot sauce they give on the side is also really good! Will definitely be coming back :) read more

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Shitty ramen mediocre customer service the kitchen staff looks unsanitary. Avoid this place.

Was so happy to see this ramen follow from OC to San Diego... it's the best around. The chashu is very good + all the garlic paste.