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    Mary F.

    Unfortunately the food here really isn't good. My brother is a big fan of instant ramen, and for something you can make at home, it's really overpriced. I had the loaded fries and tteokbokki, we didn't finish anything we ordered and now we both have stomachaches. The machines are out of order as well, so really you're paying someone to make instant ramen instead of the (I guess) point of the restaurant which is using the machines. It's pretty cramped in there with not much room and a few too many tables for the space. There is a parking lot with plenty of spaces attached.

    Maggie W.

    I've never been to a build your own ramen bar & considering a flight to Korea is quite pricy, I figured I could try this spot out. It seems like it replaced What the Cup in Santa Teresa! Ordering at the kiosk was convenient!! I decided to purchase the shin ramyun stir fry with spicy beef flavor with green onion, chicken, and corn as add ons. This totalled to around $10, which I was surprised by. I also ordered a shine muscat-ade pouch drink for $3. Quite yummy and helped with tempering the spice level of my order, but reminded me a bit of grape cough syrup. The ramen machines were broken during my visit so they made my order for me in the kitchen, I like that you can also control how much spice you put in your bowl since they don't do it for you. Overall unique experience. I don't know if I would come back just in terms of the price point!

    Peter P.

    Came to stop by for the ramen lab experience and I would say, I'm not impressed or wasn't expecting a big impression. The place is really quiet and smal, while with limited staff, I was able to pick out my ramen and got my drinks. I would say it's on the pricier end for instant ramen. I ordered a side of beef and it was nice that they had toppings on the side. Something I can do at home for the price but you pay for the experience.

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    Ryan R.

    I came here after hearing good things about the place. There was plenty of parking when I arrived on a Sunday evening after my taiko class. The place was kinda small and busy, but I managed to grab a seat next to a family of five. Unfortunately, the noodle cooking machines were out of order, so the server told me I could order through the kiosk and give them the packet of noodles I wanted to eat. They had a wide variety of noodles to choose from, along with drinks and snacks. It took about 20 minutes for my noodles to arrive, topped with green onion, egg, corn, cheese, and spam. The server also gave me some red paste to add extra flavor to the soup, which definitely made it tastier and spicier. I've had better soup at other places for the same price, but it was worth at least trying.

    Jackie N.

    Can you make this at home for cheaper? Yes. But I think the experience of coming here you should definitely try at least once. First pick out your ramen choice from the endless wall of options, order at the kiosk or front desk if you want to add on sides to your order. They will give you the bowl and instructions on how to use the machine for your ramen type. There are different settings for dry ramen and soup ramen. Add your sides and enjoy! I added pork, mozzarella, and a boiled egg to mine and it was perfect. The water machine really cooks the noodles to perfection every time. Love that they give corn, lime, and green onions for free. The only one thing I didn't like was that the egg was boiled all the way through. I would have preferred a soft boiled egg with ramen. Overall it was a cool experience but def pricey for what you get.

    Rainier F.

    We went here during a Friday lunch. It's located next to Kenzo's AYCE sushi. There was plenty of parking available as they share parking space with Kenzo's sushi. As soon as we walked in, I noticed how small the restaurant is. There was like 6-8 tables only. It was crowded when we arrived so I had to maneuver through other folks looking for their choice of instant ramen packs. The concept is you have the option to make your own instant ramen or order the ramen and other Japanese/Korean hot foods from the menu. There is one kiosk in the front by the kitchen where you place your order. There you can order additional toppings for your ramen and appetizers. Then you choose your premium instant ramen packs located on two of the walls around the restaurant. They also offer Japanese/Korean snacks and drinks you can purchase as well. Once you're able to get a table, you wait for the server to come drop off your order. The server will give instructions for how to cook your instant ramen from the multiple machine burners offered at the front. The service was friendly and efficient. My son loves ramen so he loves this make your own instant ramen concept. Just remember the more toppings you order for your ramen it can add up. My son only wanted a hard boiled egg in addition to his ramen so he was a cheap date. Lol. My sweet and chilli chicken Gang Jeong was drenched with sauce but it was good. It looks like we'll be back as my son loves ramen. He's already planning what toppings to add to his ramen next time around.

    Danielle S.

    Tried this on a random Thursday evening and was not disappointed! I will say I was a little shocked at the sticker price of the ramen - $5.50/ramen (because I've been so used to purchasing an 18 pack shin ramen for $15 at costco so less than $1/ramen) but it was balanced out by the more decently priced chicken ($12) and bulgogi bowls ($13). In total for 2 dishes and a ramen, it was no more than $35 and for a dinner out for 2, I don't think that's half bad! My husband and I went to one of these ramen labs in Korea and thought it was fun that the idea made it to the Bay Area. It was only aboht 10 minutes south of us in South SJ, so it was very accessible and easy parking. My husband picked out a seafood ramen, one which I haven't seen at the grocery so at least it felt like something new. I'd definitely come back to try the other bowls and ramen!

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    Rayna T.

    I came here mainly for the experience. You basically start by ordering on the kiosk, then they hand you your bowl and you head over to the wall to choose your noodles. Once you choose your noodle, you go over to the other side to add your hot water and wait for your number to be called to pick up your toppings. I tried one of their green grape pouch drinks, and it was really good. The noodles themselves were just okay. I know you could make this at home but, this place is mainly for the experience.

    Ana B.

    Came for the experience - If you're planning to get all the toppings and extras, you might end up paying $15-$20 for a bowl of ramen. The selection is pretty diverse, there were some noodle packets that I would never have had the chance to try. It's definitely not fresh ramen quality, but it's decent for something quick.

    Hong L.

    I love the concept of this place. Yes, it is expensive for instant noodles that you could make at home, but sometimes you just want to go out or be in a different setting lol. The first time I went here, I really enjoyed the experience of picking my ramen, adding hot water and other toppings. However, the water machines have been off the last couple times that I came back. Now, they bring your ramen in the back and cook it for you. That takes away from the experience and makes it less enjoyable.

    Eric P.

    Honestly a fun experience people should try. If you're looking for something quick easy to eat, this is for you. Don't expect super high quality foods, but expect the feeling of home. Lots of great toppings such as corn and cheese. And a good variety of sides like beef and pork. Lots of noodle options here that you can customize to your liking! I'd say if you miss little ramen shops at Korea and Japan, then come here!!!

    Tom L.

    Live near by but did not know this place was here. Not too big inside, enough seats for about 15 people. Glad it was not busy in the early afternoon. Definitely had to ask the staff how this place works. Either you can choose from one of the many different Ramen options that they have on the wall, or you can order one of the soups that they make. They have bento boxes that we didn't try and other appetizers. Definitely worth trying again since we know what to do now. Only negative was for my kids, the chairs are pretty low and the table is too high for them to sit and eat. They had to sit on their knees on the chair. I ended up trying one of the mushroom noodle packets with extra meat, which was pretty good, my youngest son just got the plain udon, he liked, my oldest got the tonkatsu ramen that they make, he liked it. Definitely worth a try for the experience, but go there knowing that they have a few options and might take a bit to order. Rookie mistake. Make sure you take the toppings out of the paper before you put the water in. ‍

    Leon C.

    It's really nice seeing What The Cup get rebranded into this new shop. When we walked into the store, you can see shelves of instant ramen all over the wall to choose from. Even though there's a self-serve kiosk, the host/owner were super helpful and offered us such great hospitality. You start off by walking over to the shelves to pick out your desired instant noodle, then you head over to the kiosk to add any additional toppings of your choice. Afterwards the host gives you a bowl where you put your instant ramen in. Finally, you put it on this heat induction where it cooks your noodles to perfection! I ordered the seafood jjampong and my girlfriend got the spicy Jin Ramen. Both were super flavorful and the noodles were cooked evenly with the additional toppings that we ordered. It was really cool seeing how they still had their old menu items such as their house made ramen, rice bowls and even bento boxes. A feedback that I would say is that the toppings are a tad bit on the pricer side. The instant ramen is already 5 bucks and the toppings you add can rack up if you aren't paying attention. Overall, not a bad place for the experience and I would highly recommend anyone who loves instant ramen.

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    Great place for a ramen and the service was quick definitely a must with the kids wish the space was bigger

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    Cool ramen bar with about 12 selections of different ramens. Rice cakes were delicious and good portion sizing. Would definitely come back!

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    Very sweet staff. Good vibes. Food was delicious and so many options to choose from. Reasonable pricing! Will be coming back.

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    Very diverse options of korean noodles! The server was also very nice when it comes to concerns and the place plays great music

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    Wow! It was such a cool experience & all of the staff is just AMAZING! we got the buldak!

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    This place is amazing and there is lots of different options the place has lots of more different foods to try

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    The service was great and reminded me of Korea! Pouches are highly recommended, especially the Green Grape.

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    I really like this place . Great sides and appetizers. I just wish the self serve machines were working

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    The food was amazing and the service was even better! I enjoyed the music and it was great way to bond with my sister. I highly recommend.

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    Hokkaido Ramen Santouka

    Hokkaido Ramen Santouka

    4.0
    (3.4k reviews)
    9.1 mi
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    this place is super delicious and i can see why a lot of people love to come here, especially if…read moreyou're craving some good ramen after doing a bunch of grocery shopping. it's located inside the mitsuwa marketplace! the lady in the front that takes the orders is so sweet and kind. i've come here a few times already and she's super accommodating and helped me out when i had questions about the food. the ramen itself is super yummy! fyi, the broth is pork based incase that might be significant to you. the broth is also a bit more saltier than my liking, but overall i think the entire bowl complements each other so it's really not a bother to me & i end up finishing all of it hehe. my favorite part of the entire bowl is definitely the slices of meat, i'm not sure how they cook it but it's really really good!! also, once you're done with your meal, please put your dishes on the black push cart next to the garbage can!

    I've been going here for 10+ years already, since my colleges days and it still hits the same every…read moretime. I ordered the 109, which includes a medium spicy miso soup and a side order or meat, rice and green onions, as well as an egg. The soup itself has bamboo, seaweed, chashu, and a delicious mild spicy broth. The price was about $23 to $24, which is reasonable for the amount of food you get. The workers are friendly, and they offer free water if you ask. Since it's located inside a Mitsuwa, the parking can be challenging, especially during the weekends, so just be mindful of when you go. The plaza has other shops as well, in case you want to visit Paris Baguette, Daiso, etc. I recommend trying this place whenever you're near the area.

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    Udon Mugizo - San Jose

    4.4
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    8.8 mi
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    Kid friendly
    Locally owned & operated

    We passed by this udon place all the time and finally had chance to try it last weekend. It was a…read morenice culinary experience! This restaurant is a stand-alone building with its own parking lot which has ample parking spaces. Double wooden doors give a Japan vibe and so do the interior decorations. We came on a Saturday at noon. The restaurant was crowded but we were quickly greeted and seated right away. Water was served and orders were taken quickly. Our food came out super fast! And we gobbled on it in no time. The udon was freshly made and has a nice texture, not too chewy but not too soft. Just fresh and perfect! Even after being immersed in the soup for a long time, the udon noodles still maintained their flavor, shape and texture. We ordered the Tonkatsu Udon Deluxe and the Katsu Curry Udon. The soups were perfectly made! Light, full of flavors and not salty at all. Really authentic, in my opinion. Overall, it was a pleasant experience and we will definitely come back to try other dishes .

    Got the tonkotsu udon & niku bukkake udon. For the tonkotsu udon, I could really taste the fish in…read morethe broth. Nonetheless, udon's always a comforting meal. Noodles are cooked perfectly. Good portion! Spicy garlic edamame was a great appetizer! We also got the hot sake & Sapporo (so refreshing)! Good service with friendly & attentive workers. I was surprised to see how big the space was! It's dimmed inside but still good enough light. No issue with parking - plenty spots available around the restaurant.

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    Marufuku Ramen - Cupertino

    Marufuku Ramen - Cupertino

    4.5
    (960 reviews)
    11.4 mi
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    Kid friendly
    Locally owned & operated

    On a beautiful Friday afternoon, with a blessed day off, was craving ramen like it was the last…read moretime I would eat it. While waiting for my car to get serviced I decided that that day I would finally try Marufuku. I had heard so many good things about it. My buddy worked a half-day and offered to scoop me up from the dealership to hit Marufuku. How could I say no? We arrived and luckily were sat right away. I know MR gets packed and wait times can me long. That day Lady Luck was on our side. We started out with gyoza, because that's what you do. I ordered the Hakata Tonkatsu DX with medium spice. My buddy had the Chashu Bowl. My ramen was simply a bowl of heaven...with a little hellfire. Medium Spice is pretty spicy. But oh-so-good. I believe it's been one of the best bowls I have had in the Bay Area. I am a Ramen-phile (is that a word?) and I simply loved the bowl. So much so, I am trying to figure out when I can make my way down there. The gyoza was also very, very good. True Japanese-style, which is different from Chinese pot-stickers. I could have eaten another order without feeling guilty. My buddy enjoyed his Chashu bowl and finished it quite quickly. Service was also good--quick, efficient and polite. Very nice. In closing, it is a great ramen house and I will most definitely go back. And now for the pics.

    I love their chicken paitan. The soup is good, noodle is good, and the toppings are good…read more Servers are very quick and reliable. Also recommend their side dishes. Very tasty. My personal favorite is Marufuku bites. The vibe is very warm and nice. I like eating here.

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    HiroNori Craft Ramen

    4.4
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    12.5 mi
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    Vegetarian friendly
    Locally owned & operated

    HiroNori always hits the spot if you are craving ramen! It's my go-to place with a simple menu and…read moredelicious food. It's also the go-to spot for sports fans if there is a game happening at Levi's Stadium. The parking lot has a time limit of 1 hour now because people would park there and walk to the stadium. The tonkotsu ramen is a generous portion and tastes divine. The broth is rich, but not too salty. I'm craving it again just writing this review! I like the lemon infused water they offer here. They recently switched the uncomfortable black stools out with new chairs, which is nice. The staff is friendly and they make sure to point out the 15% service charge (also shown on their menu) if you are dining in. This is not a tip, but tipping is optional at the end of your meal. This doesn't seem to deter customers at all because the wait time can be long around dinnertime. I highly recommend making a reservation before your visit!

    Came here before our World Cup match at Levi's stadium. It's walkable to the stadium! About 15-20…read moremin walk. We got there around 5pm so lots of tables available. I ordered a tonkotsu. The noodle was quite chewy. They did offer a thin noodle. Maybe I'll try that next time since it was a bit chewy for me. The broth was good. Pork was a bit too fat for my taste. Portion was small for the price. My son ordered the dipping noodle and he said it was good. I wish they have an option to have non-spicy dipping noodle. Ambiance was good. Table was a bit small for 2.

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    Hinodeya Ramen Bar

    Hinodeya Ramen Bar

    4.4
    (992 reviews)
    5.9 mi
    $$

    It was so helpful to be able to put ourselves on the waiting list with Yelp! Definitely do it! As…read moreother reviews have said, parking is a BIG challenge. We were able to park on a side street & walk. Just a couple of blocks. They saw we were on the list & were seated right away. We chose to sit out on the patio. They had fans going, so the temperature was perfect. We were immediately served water in large containers. Helpful so we didn't have to ask for refills. (Our container emptied one time, and without asking, we were immediately brought another one.) You scan a barcode at your table on your phone to get the menu & order. I wasn't so sure about it being I'm technically challenged. Lol We had our 19yr old son with us though, and he loved it. Also helpful if you're going to split the bill. You just use your own phone. They have a big "heat level" chart on the wall that is helpful to see before you order. I got the sweet butter corn ramen & loved it. We all got our ramen within about 10-15min of ordering. Perfect size serving. Best ramen I've ever had! The broth was so flavorful & noodles perfect. I loved the way the egg was done. I got heat level one, which I thought had a nice spice to it. I tried my son's who ordered level 2 & it was a bit too spicy for me. When you order, they give you a bunch of options to check. What type noodles, extra egg, type of meat, add-ons, etc. I removed the bamboo shoots from mine. I would definitely go back & possibly try a different ramen, but knowing me, I'll get the same but probably add mushrooms. Other thing I thought was cute... there was a thin slice of what looked & tasted like imitation crab in the ramen. I had one slice & my son 2. Turns out it's to signify what heat level you got! As we left, I did see a waitress helping a table & showing them how to use their phone & order. So, if that is a concern, you'll get help!

    Food is good, speed of delivery is good…read more We sat for 15 minutes with no water or menus and we were treated like second class cause we had a kid If im tipping 18-20% I expect the bare minimum

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