I've been kind of wanting to go to a Japanese restaurant with a good amount of options for a few days, and decided to head over to Santouka. I haven't visited in a long time. I went in during dinner time on a Sunday and the place was like 85% full. Service was still prompt. I saw the seasonal cold noodles but still felt a pull for warm ramen because it was a chilly day and everyone else was eating warm bowl. But in the end I realized I just want ramen noodles whether it's hot or cold so decided to try something new! The seasonal citrus shio hiyashi was a hit! The noodle remained chewy the whole time because it wasn't in a hot broth, which was the exact texture I wanted from ramens. The jalapeño sauce on the side was pretty spicy so I only put a bit in the ramen half way, but it was a good way to switch things up. And it's not like freezing cold so you have no worries of freezing your butt off from eating it on a breezy summer day in Seattle. I highly recommend giving it a try for something new! I was also impressed with the service. I ordered nitamago with my ramen in the beginning and it never came. I noticed the egg was missing when I was half finished with my dish, but I was getting full so I thought I'll skip it for now and just inquire about it when I ask for check. During the checkout, the staff apologized and kindly gave me a discount. He went about it in a very thoughtful manner and it was quite a pleasant experience. read more

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Seattle - Citrus shio hiyashi - Ramen Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Delicious ramen! I'm vegetarian and got the vege ramen with chili paste + fried onions/corn. I really liked the tofu piece that they gave but wished they gave multiple pieces given the vege ramen costs just as much as the ramens with meat do. I can handle a decent bit of heat but didn't use even half of the chili paste provided (so would honestly recommend splitting it with a friend if you're both planning on getting it) It was a delicious broth and good portion size too. Highly recommend putting yourself on the waiting list and just exploring U Village while you wait for your table. Once you're seated, you don't have to wait long before ordering or getting your food!! read more

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I was genuinely excited to try Hokkaido Ramen Santouka at University Village. After all, ramen cravings + convenient parking is usually a winning combo. We started with the chicken karaage that was fried nicely, but lacked depth of flavor, as if they didn't marinate it long enough beforehand. It came with a dipping sauce that helped, but the chicken itself felt like it needed a little more personality. The gyoza, on the other hand, were impressively very petite. You get five tiny pork & chicken potstickers with delicate, thin wrappers nicely pan-fried. Tonkotsu Shoyu ramen for my friend and black garlic ramen for me, we both ordered the regular size. I'll admit, I might have missed some fine print, but I was a bit surprised my bowl came with just half an aji-tama, a couple pieces of fatty chashu, and sliced red onion. I've grown used to the full ramen ensemble with seaweed, kikurage mushrooms, the whole supporting cast so it felt a little sparse, but it could also be the Hokkaido way. The noodles were thin and had a slight chew. The broth was fine, savory but not amazing. Overall, it was not bad, just not especially memorable. We also shared a cold plate of corn and butter topping plate. I assume the idea is to let it melt into your soup, but the initial impression was a bit puzzling and slightly underwhelming. Service was perfectly fine but nothing standout. We went around 3pm, so it was pretty quiet. Parking is fairly easy but it was also kinda busy, they have both a parking lot and a parking structure nearby. The biggest surprise? The bill. Two ramens, a couple small appetizers, and two sodas totaled over $70. I know prices are up everywhere, but it did make me pause and wonder if the experience quite matched the cost. Overall, it wasn't a bad meal, just not one that's pulling me back anytime soon. That said, I could see myself popping in for a quick snack (those tiny gyoza do have their charm) and a beer if I need a break from U Village shopping. read more

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Honestly, first time I came here I was disappointed relative to expectations. Everyone hyped it up and I was thought it was just alright, maybe even basic. On a second visit, I appreciated the broth and thought Hokkaido Ramen Santouka was actually really good. I'll chalk it up to a bad day on my first visit. There seems to always be a wait and I can finally say I understand why. Not my top ramen spot, but it's growing on me and climbing the ranks. Goma Miso Toroniku Ramen - as a protein enjoyer, I highly recommend the toroniku add on of 6-7 extra slices of pork cheek for $5 more. Fatty and tender. The large upgrade for $2 adds more noodles and broth which are delicious in their own right. Noodles were firm, yet bouncy, maintaining their texture perfectly. Al dente in pasta terms. A savory miso alongside notes of roasted sesame led to a rich, fatty, and umami broth. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great location and food overall, more options compared to the Bellevue location and lots of parking available.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Highly recommend the Negi Namban ramen read more

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We went for dinner on a weeknight. It was full but a table opened up pretty quickly. We ordered three different Ramen: I had the Kimchi and the two people with me had Shio and Shoyu -- they arranged from $15-$18 and change. The food came out incredibly fast. It was so impressive. And everything was steaming hot and the flavor was well balanced, especially with the kimchi ramen. Loved it. The hot sake was on special 8 ounces for seven dollars. So we ordered two. It was deliciously hot. We also ordered Ikuta two servings each serving comes with three pieces. And the edamame. For dessert we had the fish shaped red bean dessert that was actually deep-fried instead of waffle so there was an extra tastiness about them in some ways. One order had two pieces for under $9. And we tried the green tea ice cream: there was also mango and vanilla. Each scoop was $2. Service was attentive and excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]And the restaurant felt clean and comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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First time here at this spot but the food is not new to me. This one is located in University Village (outside shopping mall). [[HIGHLIGHT]]As soon as you open the door you can smell the food it smells really good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered a small classic ramen which I think was a perfect size and saba nigiri (my favorite). I love how the portion is huge slices. Other items ordered were Karaage Curry Chiken and Tan-Tan-Men. The food came quickly and it was standard nothing really exciting. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's not a huge restaurant but it's also not a hole in the wall.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There is a wait. So as soon as you walk in you can sign up for the waiting list. So we got in list and accidentally put four instead of three people. So we got a text our table was ready. This really annoyed me. They said since we had three people and not four that we had to wait because there were two parties with three people ahead of us. Like what? What does it matter? You're found to seat three people in a table that fits four. Anyways, I just didn't think the logic made sense. read more

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Fast service. Food came out really quick. We got the veggie ramen with gyoza combo and the black garlic ramen. Both were good. Not the best ramen we've had but definitely satisfied the cravings. We would be back to try something different. read more

Good and okay at the same time. Had dinner on a weeknight with my bf and I appreciate how the staff really works well together b/c one seated us, they were on it about taking our order and then the food was coming in pretty fast. It's definitely a fast food service so sometimes I questioned how fast it really was because as soon as we got the appetizers, they came. Ramen was fast too. I really loved the oolong tea which came in a tea kettle. The mackerel boxed sushi was...different. Like it was okay and the mackerel was really fresh, but not sure if I love fresh fresh raw fish because it was a thick piece of mackerel on top of each one. They have a good variety of sushi and ramen dishes. I gave it a good rating but my bf sai it was just okay. So I'd give it 3.5 stars in reality. read more

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A decent spot tucked into UVillage. A bit on the saltier side and the menu has a lot.. going on. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were pleased with the service and the interior had plenty of seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They also have yelp waitlist available which is great for larger parties. The food quality was decent but don't think I'll go back for the Tsukemen or ramen, just not a big fan of the flavors here and the noodle types. The pricing seemed inflated too comparatively to other ramen spots. A decent spot but just nothing wildly amazing. read more

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I've only been here one and didn't have any expectations whatsoever. Overall, a decent place for when ramen craving needs to be satisifed, especially on a cold day. Ramen and soup was good. Forget the exact name, but I got a smoked garlic broth, which was recommended by the server. An unfiltered sake that I picked off the menu was really good and got me shopping for that next time at the store. I got the rice/salmon/ikura bowl for my toddler and she loved it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Seating is in booths. Family friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Fast service. Even though there was a line when I got there, we got seated pretty quickly. read more

This was my first time at Hokkaido Ramen in UVil. Upon entry, you add your name to a waitlist. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tables are pretty clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The music is apt for the setting[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Most of their ramen is pork based. I got the special Shouyu ramen (black garlic) medium size. Service was quick. Since I like some heat, I added the Togarashi spice which was still mild and then added some chili oil which made a world of difference. The broth was dense and the pork was tender. The 7 min egg on the top was perfectly runny. The noodles were tender. I also tried some Shio Ramen but found it a bit too salty. Highly recommend Hokkaido for an afternoon or evening of comfort food. Only con was the portion size seems to have shrunk a bit per my friend's experience and also gone up in price (up $4 in the last year!). read more

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I've never had a bad meal here. The service tonight was on point as well. I ordered takoyaki to share with my group and it was delicious. My bowl of steaming hot Miso Ramen was comforting, not too salty, and very flavorful. The pork was cooked to perfection, as well as, the egg. I love adding corn to my ramen. I left there with a full and happy belly! read more

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I went on a cold and rainy day, so it was the perfect thing to eat it instantly warmed and cheered me up. Being a vegetarian I find it hard to find good Ramen. That's just as flavorful when it's vegetarian, but this really hit the spot although they don't have many options for vegetarians the one Vege Ramen they had was quite tasty, I added an egg to it and asked for it to be cooked extra spicy but they gave me a spicy chili oil on the side (costed extra so be aware if you ask for the same thing!). read more

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Note that there is a wait here although it does go fast. Broth and ramen noodle textures were very good and flavorful although the ingredients seemed to be a little more on the plain and sparse side. Portion sizes seemed to be more Asian style but other aspects seemed less authentic. There is an add on for the soy sauce egg for $2 which is unusual as well as a $6 add on for a small pot of hot tea which was grainy towards the bottom :( still worth a visit and a good comfort on a cloudy gloomy day read more

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Today (2/14/2026) was my first time dining at Hokkaido Ramen Santouka in u village. I wasn't very hungry, so I ordered the small size. I didn't expect it to come with only one slice of pork and noodles, which was a bit disappointing. However, I really liked the soup -- the broth was rich and flavorful. What made the experience uncomfortable was hearing one male server gossiping about our table to another staff member. It felt very disrespectful, especially because we could hear them. After that, I decided to leave a lower tip (under 11%). Unfortunately, I also overheard more comments about the tip afterward. The food was good, especially the soup, but the service made me feel uncomfortable and not very welcome. read more

I've been going here for years. Their ramen is pretty good and they offer a lot of options. I usually get the Kara miso ramen and the char siu rice bowl. I'm a creature of habit, food wise, and when I find something I like I usually get the same thing every time. The menu here has changed over the last few years. I don't think they've taken anything off the menu but they've expanded their selection of rolls and other sushi offerings. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The biggest change to the menu is that it's just gotten harder to figure out. They've added all these graphics and 'deals' that they emphasize with bold colors and table cards. Drink specials, etc[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. I suppose their demographic defines this change...proximity to UW so they're appealing to youth with splashier stuff maybe? I don't know. [[HIGHLIGHT]]But for me, this change (although purely environmental) makes a solid little ramen shop feel a little more like a sports bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I realize I'm being picky but.... When you pay over $30 for a bowl of ramen, some rice and an egg, I think you are paying for an experience that transcends sports bar. ‍ I like the food, and will go back but their prices are killing me and the card payment that defaults to an 18% tip makes me feel like I'm being coerced. read more

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Seattle - With tip, $31. Medium ramen, rice/pork and an egg. - Ramen Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We had an absolutely amazing experience dining @ the Bellevue location. The staff was attentive & friendly. The food was authentic & delicious! Overall, we highly recommend to everyone. read more

This was a good stop! I've walked by this numerous times but never tried before today. The pork bun was a little dry but flavorful. I really quite enjoyed the Tsukmen ramen -- flavorful and not shy on the options. Good came out exceptionally quick and we didn't have a wait for a Thursday lunch. read more

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Seattle - *(R) TSUKEMEN - Ramen Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place was super cute, tucked inside University Village next to the happy lemon. They had a promotion thing so we got free chicken karaage which was really tender and juicy. The ramen was kind of on the pricey side but if you have a uw ID, they let you upgrade for free (shoutout to the waiter for mentioning it). The ramen broth was really flavorful and the noodle was cooked perfectly. The only sad part was the egg is an add on The experience was still positive though! read more

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My friend and I came here for lunch on a weekend. The place was packed and so we were placed on the waiting list, but luckily didn't have to wait for more than 20 minutes to get a table. I've been here twice before and distinctly remember not being a fan of their ramen, mostly because they don't have a low-sodium option. Both the shoyu and vegetarian ramens were way too salty for my taste. At first, I was going to order sushi, but none of their rolls seemed very authentic as they all contained cream cheese. I thus decided to go with the SALMON IKURA BOWL and SIDE SALAD instead. The SALMON IKURA BOWL was larger than I had expected. It had a good amount of protein on top of sticky white rice, which I mixed together. The salmon was tasty and moist and the ikura (salmon roe) added that extra fish oil taste that I love- they are basically like savory popping boba. I wouldn't say it was anything out of this world, but it was much better than their ramen in my opinion. However, I regret ordering the SIDE SALAD. It was one of the worst salads I've had. It had raw cabbage, a little bit of shredded radish, a few sticks of celery, lettuce, and a random piece of broccoli with a very light drizzle of ginger sesame dressing. That was it. While I enjoy veggies in general, I was disappointed by the lack of flavor and thought put into it. I could've made a better salad at home. Service was decent. The waiters were friendly and attentive. The interior is trendy, but small. Bathrooms are clean. Overall: 3/5 for food, 4/5 for service, 4/5 for atmosphere read more

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Seattle - Salmon Ikura Bowl and Green Salad (S) - Ramen Near Me - Seattle, Washington

4/5 because I'm still unsure if I think the food to price ratio is worth it ! (Regular pictured $18, finished the whole thing) With that said, it was delicious ! Very tasty and the Kara was no extremely spicy. We were served and seated very fast (early Thursday evening). Servers were nice and attentive to our water and giving us time to look at the menu but didn't forget about us ! Overall, it was a beautiful place, good temp, but small. I can see how they get busy pretty easily and they don't take reservations. read more

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Seattle - Chashu (R) Shoyu, Kara (R) Miso - Ramen Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Went to Hokkaido with a group of 7. It took about 25 min to get a table. They only have 1 vegetarian ramen. I got the vegetarian ramen with additional chilli paste (recommended on the menu). The ramen itself was creamy but sort of bland by itself. However it tasted quite good with the chilli paste. The other non vegetarian ramen bowls my friends ordered were decent. I also tried the veggie sushi roll which was ok. read more

Fantastic ramen! Some of the best I've had. Ive been to both the University village and Bellevue locations. However, the service is slow and the wait even slower, usually over 45 minutes to get seated. I was debating giving a 3 or 4 mainly due to the service but giving a 4 because the food is that good. What bugs me the most is that there's often empty tables despite the huge line. The management and staff just need to get better with turnover. The staff is also slow to take orders and not super attentive. Also the new waitlist system isn't as good and requires you to download an app to view the waitlist which is annoying. I see they do a big takeout business, which is a smart way to avoid the lines if you can plan accordingly. read more

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Seattle - (R) VEGE Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ramen restaurant in the middle of University Village. Modern decor. On the smaller side, sits 20-30 customers. They are a chain from Japan. Menu has some appetizers, rolls and a few different types of ramen. I got one of their combos, which is a bowl of tonkotsu shio ramen, a marinated egg, and a plate of half dozen gyoza. I like the tonkotsu shio broth. Has that nice pork bone brewed flavor, that creaminess. Decent ramen noodles and chashu. Marinated egg was pretty standard. I was not impressed by the gyoza. Frankly I think some of the frozen ones available in stores are better tasting. Combo was $20 before tax and tip... in line with Seattle prices I guess. 3.5 stars, I'll round up to 4 since I liked the main dish. read more

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Seattle - shio ramen, gyoza, egg combo - Ramen Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A solid choice for ramen in U Village. Wait times are generally pretty short and the food comes out quickly! The broth was rich & creamy, with tender pork. read more

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It's a good ramen place. Someone have told me about this place so I had to try it as a ramen lover. We ordered: -the tan-tan men: It was creamy and not as spicy as I expected. I guess the spice is tolerable. The only thing I would complain about is the saltiness of the broth. Yes it was rich and creamy but too much salt in my opinion. I am not sure if this is a personal preference though. -and the combo with gyoza and egg: The broth was good but not the best I've ever tried. The lard in it was just too fatty for some people but I was ok with it. My favorite part of this place is the esthetic and the perk for regulars (so many discount if you go multiple times after downloading their app) read more

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The ramen was fine. Not bad but not great. The prices by serving size was a little much I thought. The tea was good and reasonably priced. The service was fine but hard to get their attention when I didn't get my egg I ordered with my ramen. The vegetarian options are quite limited for ramen. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a cute little shop tucked in the mall but I can find better veggie ramen elsewhere in the area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall I'd go back if I needed a quick bite in the area but probably wouldn't go out of my way for their veggie ramen. read more

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Avoided this place for a while because of Yelp rating and from the outside it looks like college food. Here to give it the boost it deserves. Extensive menu more than just ramen - they also have sushi and katsu/bento box choices, which makes it perfect for the indecisive. They have set menus and seasonal specials! Food also comes with fancy sauces. Really friendly service - they work fast and hard here and the ones holding back the line are honestly the absent-minded customers who can't keep up to speed. Quality of food - is really good considering it really does cater to the college demographic. On par with the ramen restaurants in Capitol Hill, and a hundred times better than Kizuki. Plus they have a generous rewards program. The only con is that there really is a long line at all hours of the day. Be prepared to wait and be patient! read more

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Seattle - Miso ramen (R) Miso - Ramen Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I got the curry and for what it's worth I think they're amazing recipes with bad ingredients. The tea tasted like hot water, and the curry was great, except for the fact the pork was not trimmed before and had a long line of chewy fat running along the top of the cut. Other than that, it tasted great. But won't be going back. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Hokkaido offers a solid but unremarkable dining experience in the heart of Seattle.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu is standard for a Japanese restaurant, with familiar dishes that are executed adequately but lack standout flavor or presentation. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was efficient & the atmosphere is clean/casual.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall, it's a decent option if you're nearby, but not a destination worth going out of your way for. read more

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Ramen was good but the staff needs improvement. First time here and wanted help understanding the menu so I asked one of the employees here. He had a very condescending tone, like he was taking down to me. The staff also didn't really help the customers, they just stood at the front talking the whole time. read more

Busy delicious ramen place! This restaurant is always busy and the wait line can be long, but it's worth the wait. Unlike other ramen places, Hokkaido truly lives up to the hype. Food- the portion of my dipping ramen was huge!! There were so many noodles, I even took leftovers home. The flavors of the sauce were delicious. And I appreciated how the egg was already included. We also got a classic ramen and the soup was great. Overall this is a busy ramen spot but worth the hype. Perfect for a quick meal alone, date night, or even as a group. Just make sure you plan ahead and plan to wait. Fortunately there's plenty of shopping nearby to do in the mean time. But I would strongly appreciate the ability to make a reservation or add myself to a waitlist online. read more

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My boyfriend and I really enjoy Hokkaido ramen! Anytime we have a craving for ramen on a cold rainy day this is the spot. I always get the veggie ramen and it hits everytime. Service is great and quick. However the wait may be long depending on the time of day you go, keep that in mind. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Easy parking in u village, and ambiance is really nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Really no complaints other than a long wait time, but that is understandable. I am glad they are busy. read more

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Seattle - Veggie (R) VEGE Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great service and solid Ramen! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Friendly atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Defiantly want to go back and try some of the other offerings. read more

There is a $1 difference if you desire a S vs M vs L bowl. Medium bowl is $16.50? Smaller portions, 2 slices of meat but just enough for me. Broth has umami flavor but just overpriced in my opinion. Service was lackluster. Only location for Hokkaido Ramen Santouka is in U village, Bellevue and Vancouver BC is what i was told. read more

service was okay and the ramen was very plain and basic. the noodles were very simple and the broth didn't have enough flavor. read more

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I've been here a couple times. I've been to the location at University Village Inn at you District. I like the location a lot. It's very peaceful. Sometimes there's a way but for one table I will get a table right away. I love the atmosphere over there and enjoyed a lot. The food is delicious. The service is always amazing. I like it a lot. I go a couple times a month just treat myself. read more

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Food was mediocre and prices didn't justify the taste. The wait time was unreasonably long. The service was stellar, but I would not return. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Place was very clean too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Delicious quality ramen. I normally prefer chicken or even beef broths but theirs is made with pork but is silk, lightly creamy, flavorful and savory. Their noodles are thin with a delicate chew. The only con I would say is I wish there was more veggies it was more of a garnish. 4 pieces of menma to the whole bowl. But still very delicious! Also enjoyed the taiyaki! I ordered from Uber eats and they called me to confirm some modifications which is good customer service to me! read more