Best ramen in the world 10/10 recommend. I came here with friends it was hands down the best food i have ever tasted in my life

As always the service is extremely streamline and smooth. This is my 3rd time here and unfortunately the chef recommendation is not as good as the first 2 times. It could just be me but something has changed in the tasted since the first time I came about 7-8 months ago. I ordered the same thing each time. I miss how it used to taste like. read more

Have been here several times but have Not been in a long while. I accidentally spilled the whole pile of chopsticks onto the chair and floor, and thus accidentally spilled the vinegar onto the floor. All the staff (except one young boy) was very patient and cleaned up the area so well. The place and ramen worth 4 star, this service gives that extra one star. I kept apologizing. Ambiance was nice, be prepared to 'share' a table: you are literally sitting next to each other if you are placed in that long communal table. The ramen is excellent! If you like strong flavor broths, you willl love Nagi. The spicy ramen and the black ramen were still as good as I came last time! You line up outside (much more organized than before). They hang you a paper to pre-mark your order, they come to double check everything looked good. Once you sit down, hand them the order, ramen, karaage, etc arrive within 10 minutes! Experience has always been consistent. Service was amazing. You pay at the kiosk at the entrance with the staff. Simple and easy. read more

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There is always a long line for this place, so plan to get there early to get in line. While waiting in line, someone will come out with these order sheets and also give you an overview of their ramen offers + the 2 sides they offer (karaage & gyoza). We were a party of 3 and given 3 sheets (one for each of us) and 2 fat red markers. It is awkward trying to make our selection without a hard flat surface to write on. It would be nice if the sheets were attached to mini clipboards. The restaurant is small. There are a few tables for 2 to 4 people. And some larger "communal" tables that may be shared by 2 or 3 smaller parties. One thing I noticed was that they had a box of tissues on the table, to be used as napkins, instead of regular napkins. People with little ones in strollers will be asked to park the stroller outside the restaurant. They are also very strict about their "no outside drinks" policy, making you park your unfinished drink on the counter near the entrance. So make sure you finish your beverage before it's your turn to get seated. We each chose the Original King Ramen ($16.50). I love how the ramen bowl here are very customizable. First you choose the broth. Then select salt, richness in oil, garlic, pork, vegetable and spice level. Your prok options are Chashu (sliced pork loin) or Kakuni (pork belly). I love the option of choosing between thick or thin noodles + how firm you would like them. It seems like most ramen restaurants around here default to thin noodles. And of course, you can also choose some additional add-ons. Service is quick here. They are quick to take your order once you are seated. A large pitcher of water was already at the table. This was perfect and very convenient to refill our very small water cups. I 'm not kidding. The cups are tiny, holding maybe 6 ounces. I imagine this saves them the trouble of coming around often to refill them for us. They were prompt about refilling the large pitcher when it was empty. The ambiance at this restaurant is LOUD! It's way too noisy for my liking and doesn't make for a relaxing dining experience. It was difficult to carry a conversation with others at the tabel. Perhaps this is the intent. They played loud upbeat music that felt like you're listening to a video game. Maybe the fast sounding music is intended to promote higher table turnover, by encouraging you to eat faster and leave. The workers here are also moving around quickly, which adds to the sense of being rushed. They were quick to set the check on the table, adding that there is no rush to pay. But everyone in the party heard the "please pay asap and gtfo" in the server's voice. This is not a quiet relaxing dining experience, where you feel like you can take your time and linger a bit after. Don't come here if that is what you're looking for. The ramen was delicious. Next time I'll go lighter on the oil, and maybe a little heavier on the spice level. The thick noodles were perfect firmness at "normal". No need to choose firmer next time. The pork belly was ok. It had some flavor to it, but it lacked that "melt in your mouth" quality I was expecting. There is no public restroom at this restaurant. You'll have to look elsewhere for that. read more

The Black King ramen was better than any ramen I tasted in Japan. I opted for heavy garlic and light oil and salt, and added an onsen egg. The original order does not come with egg. I equally like the complimentary bean sprout which was soaked with sesame oil and black pepper and salt. All the food leaned towards heavy flavor. I've also tried the chicken karage and pot stickers on another occasion and they were also legit. We usually try to come earlier on weekend evening like around 5:30, and the wait would be anywhere from 30 mins to 90 mins. Hard to gauge but anticipate at least 30 mins wait. With more restaurant options popping up at the mall such as Asia Live and Taier and Kajiken I think the crowd will thin out. read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Oh Ramen Nagi~ The line always seems to be long, but it's hard to beat a solid bowl of ramen! I've been here a few times now and always leave satisfied. My partner and I got in line and waited about 25 minutes to get into the restaurant. The staff is very efficient and it seems that they have a good system in place for accomodating so many people so quickly. We were greeted while we were in line by Ro, who always seems to have a smile on her face and a wonderful, welcoming energy. If it's your first time, they do a great job at walking you through the options for your ramen. You mark your preferences for your ramen on a sheet of paper that they give you while you are in line, so that you are ready to order by the time you sit down. Our food was ready quickly, and I love that they keep a pitcher of water on the table for your convenience! They have a few ramen dishes that are always featured, but sometimes will feature limited time items that you can try. We've had the Green King before (definitely recommend -- it's awesome), Black King seems to be the go-to for me, and today we were lucky to try the Garlic King -- a limited time menu item. Both were of our ramen were delicious, each ingredient crafted with love. I enjoy the thinly sliced chashu, but definitely prefer the kakuni. And don't sleep on the bean sprouts that are sitting on the table with your various spices! They add a really nice refreshing & umami touch to the overall meal. I'll be back whenever I can convince my partner to wait in line again (which doesn't come easy, let me tell you~), but he was quite happy with our meal today so fingers crossed that day comes sooner than later. After our visit today, it's possible that he thinks the ramen is worth the wait (; read more

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There's always a line to dine here, so we took advantage of summer break and arrived about 10 minutes before opening on a weekday. The wait was much more reasonable, and we were seated right away. Before being seated, you're given a form to customize your ramen exactly to your liking, including broth richness, saltiness, spice level, noodle texture, and toppings. Once seated, the staff quickly confirms your selections and gets your order started. The process is very efficient and clearly designed to keep things moving. Service is quick and straightforward. While the staff isn't especially warm or chatty, they are attentive and managing multiple tables at once. The restaurant itself feels a bit too small for its popularity. I do appreciate the decor and atmosphere, but be prepared to sit very close to other diners, and you may even share a table with another party during busy times. Overall, the customizable ramen and efficient service make it worth the visit. read more

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Came here right away during lunch yesterday with coworkers there was surprisingly a small line when we got here, wait was about 10 mins probably. This is probably my third time trying it out and I must say I don't know what the hype and craze is all about with ramen nagi. While waiting the worker up front in the line handed out papers and a marker to mark out what you wanted for your bowl and other things, I got the original king, light salt, and normal everything. To be honest the ramen isn't all that here the flavoring just didn't taste like ramen. I rather go to HiroNori Ramen. Staff and ambience is great. In the end I wouldn't want to wait in a long line if it ever happens for some mediocre ramen like that. read more

Ramen Nagi - Original King - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I haven't been to ramen nagi in a cool min. The line is always so long so it deters me from going. I was craving ramen so bad so I thought why not? I timed it and it took 1 hour 5 mins to get seated. I appreciate their efficient process. They hand out a paper menu and a pen to fill out customizations on ramen preference along with figuring out how many people are per party. We got seated at a shared table. It's a bit crowded in the restaurant since it's so small. I do want them to expand so there's more space. I got the red king with kakuni pork and an egg. I love adding the side of bean sprouts as well. I got level 7 and felt like it wasn't that spicy :o I definitely want to try level 9 next time! read more

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When my ramen-savvy friend told me that Ramen Nagi is her favorite ramen in the US, I knew we had to come here for our next get-together. We braved the line at 11:30 AM, which by that time, had already snaked its way around the corner. While we waited, a server came by to explain the ordering process and handed us order sheets to create our custom bowls. I followed my friend's lead and ordered the Red King (spicy) with thick noodles, chashu, and spice level 6. We also split a plate of chicken karaage. We ended up waiting in line for about 40-45 minutes before getting seated at the bar. Upon being seated, our chicken karaage was immediately served, followed by our bowls of ramen five minutes later. I have no idea how our food was prepared so quickly - and it would have been nice to have a few more minutes to enjoy the chicken karaage appetizer - but everything tasted super fresh. The chicken karaage was hot and perfectly crispy, and it was lightly glazed in a slightly sweet sauce. The Red King ramen delivered a strong kick with a hot but not overly aggressive spicy broth, and the noodles were perfectly-cooked to an al-dente texture. To my surprise, the ramen was topped with a meatball in addition to the chashu. Each slurp of broth and noodles was superb, but about halfway through, the heat was starting to build up. We were in and out of the restaurant in less time than we spent waiting for a seat. When we left the restaurant, the line outside had grown substantially and wrapped even further around the corner. read more

Ramen Nagi - Chicken karaage - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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My go to ramen spot in San Jose- it is always consistent! the line is always long but to be expected if you are willing to wait. It is definitely not a place to linger around and take it slow. The ordering process is very easy and the staff is very helpful in line if you need help. Once you get seated they take the paper and serve you almost immediately. I love the spicy red king, I always opt for the level 10 -wish they had it spicier. if you want to add on more noodles, you definitely can. The tables are quite tight and small which is the only thing I don't like. read more

Ramen Nagi - Spicy Red King, Original King, karagee - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Went to Ramen Nagi on a weekend morning and it was already pretty busy. The line moved fairly fast, but I still had to wait around 15 minutes. I've heard so many good things about this place, so I went in with high expectations. The ordering system is kind of fun since you can customize everything, which I liked. The ramen itself was decent, but honestly not as good as I expected. The broth was a bit heavier than I prefer and overall it didn't really stand out to me compared to other ramen spots I've tried. It's still a solid option if you're at Valley Fair and craving ramen, but I don't know if I would go out of my way for it again. read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Been wanting to try this super-popular spot (or the Palo Alto one) for a while, but wasn't willing to stand in a 40-person line for it because I'm old and tired. Walking by on a Tuesday at lunchtime though, we noticed the line was short and made a decision to side-quest the ramen. The line did move fast; a friendly staff person walks it with a menu and a pre-printed order sheet, so you've ordered before you sit down. She gave us some tips on favorites, customizing the bowl, etc. You can choose richness of broth, amount of garlic, heat of sauce, meat (chashu or pork belly or none), garlic level, noodle thickness etc. We both went for Original King tonkatsu, thin noodles, regular broth richness, regular spice, cabbage, chashu. I went with light garlic. The broth was very savory and rich, glad I didn't go for any extra richness! Noodles were springy and delicious, fernbrake was a nice surprise. The chashu was extra good, very thin sliced and tender. The spice level was just right for what I ordered. Next time I might go for the "Red King" spicy broth. Or the Veggie King which has hash brown patties instead of chashu. Service was super quick, very businesslike, which is all part of the authentic-feeling vibe (note: I am a white lady who has not been to Japan so all impressions are strictly vicarious). Prices were very reasonable for the quality of the ramen, which was another bonus. Would I wait an hour for this ramen at peak hours? Mmmm... probably not? But that's more about me and standing in lines than about the quality. Overall a very satisfying broth, noodle and meat experience. read more

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I love ramen nagi back in Southern California and freaked out when I learned there was one here. My fiance and I willingly waited in line around 3:30pm on a Saturday for a little less than a half hour. They're very efficient and very busy, so I was thankful it wasn't too bad. I ordered the Black King ramen which is my usual with thin noodles and it was as good as I remembered it. I love the consistency between the locations and just the quality of the ramen itself is so amazing. It's exactly how I like my ramen. I have yet to find another ramen place that measures up to my love of this place. Such an amazing place. read more

I haven't been to the VF location in a while but my last visit was spectacular. It was a Sunday afternoon, and the service was just the best! The line management is more organized and although I experienced swift service last time, it felt more efficient now. My partner and I were sharing a Red King and as we were asking for a second bowl, someone was already on the way with one. I was also offered a bib, which was very sweet. I hadn't been offered one before, but I was wearing white this time around, so maybe that was it... I also noticed there were a couple staff members who were attentive and really took the time to explain the menu to newcomers. It sounded like there was real care into ensuring they had a great experience. I was very impressed. The food has always been good and consistent, but the service really blew me away, especially given the nonstop flow of customers. Most places this busy cut corners to keep things moving, but they didn't. read more

Ah yes Ramen Nagi. The service is fast and efficient. The ambiance is simple and nice. The food is savory and delicious! I definitely recommend this spot and to get in early, there is always a line, but it actually isn't too bad of a wait. I got the pesto ramen which was quite delicious! The staff will also look out for you and help you choose the proper saltiness and what noodles go best with what broth. Id definitely recommend this place and definitely going back someday ahha read more

Ramen Nagi - Green King - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Hands down one of my favorite ramen place ever in America. Lines can be long depending on the time of day and day of week but it's worth the wait. I always get the Red King - level depends on my mood from 5-10. It's not too spicy either, just enough. The pork belly is my fave but the chashu isn't bad either. But I'd say try the pork belly! Their eggs are always made to perfection and same goes for the noodles (extra thin please!) also don't forget to try the pepper bean sprouts- so yummy! Service is really fast, once you sit down you get your food within a few minutes. It can get pretty crowded and loud but you're still able to talk and hear. If you want you can get bibs so you don't spill on your shirt lol. I wish they sold merch, because I want a one of their shirts or zip ups!! Hopefully they'll start offering that soon. Would definitely recommend this place if you like creamy and rich broth. Never disappoints and very consistent! read more

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The service was quick and servers were friendly and helpful. I don't usually eat ramen because I feel the broth can be heavy at times but Ramen Nagi has always been good the times I do go and have ramen with friends. They give you a paper menu to fill out what you'd like. I got the original King with pork belly and level 1 spiciness. It was delicious and very filling which I liked. The broth was not salty either but I did ask for light salt when filling out the order. Overall, I would recommend this place especially if you like ramen! read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I've been to Ramen Nagi in the past and had a great experience last time. This time, the service was a little abrupt, the host in the beginning wasn't really in the mood to answer questions about the menu and our food came staggered after we sat down. The Red King ramen and chicken karaage, once again, was delicious though. read more

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I've had Ramen Nagi before at a different location and this was my first time at this location. Needless to say that they are always super consistent and have top notch quality ramen. Service was great and overall atmosphere of the dining area was amazing. I always have to go with the Black King Squid Ink ramen. That one is my all time favorite. It's got bold garlic great flavor and super balanced. I love how you can adjust the different noodles and textures you want as well as different toppings and adjustments of flavors you can do. For beginners I would recommend Original ramen or the Red King ramen. Those are both also amazing flavors. Also must try the appetizers. I always have to get the Chicken Karaage and the Chasu Rice. Overall great experience as always with Ramen Nagi and hope I get to come back soon when I'm in the area!! read more

Ramen Nagi - Black King Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Saw a long line here while at the mall & decided to see what the hype was about. Waited for probably an hour before getting seated on a Friday evening. I'm honestly not a big ramen fan in the first place but found this place pretty decent. I got the green king which is a unique twist on ramen w basil, cheese, and bacon. It was good and I ate it all but I did kinda prefer my boyfriend's order which was the red king (spicy ramen). Would probably get that in the future. Services was decent. They forgot part of our order but aside from that no hiccups. Interior is relatively small and most likely will be seated closely to other people. read more

Ramen Nagi - gyoza - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Only my second time at this location bc of the lengthy lines. Even after all this time...though, I imagine the crowd will reduce with Kajiken coming to town. Line was short on a Friday evening. My husband and I only waited about 10 minutes before being helped (pen and marker). I ordered the Black King; we also got chicken karaage. I feel like the Palo Alto location is a tad better. Don't get me wrong there was flavor, but it didn't quite pack the same punch that the PA one does. Noodles were cooked as indicated - firm. Chicken karaage was still tasty. I love the mayo it comes with. Service-wise, always busy. Get in and get out style. Totally fine with that. They are quick to get you your food and anything else you may need. Tables are VERY close to each other. Not a large restaurant, so you can hear your neighbors and they can hear you. read more

Ramen Nagi - Black King - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Honestly, I don't know what happened to Nagi. The prices keep going up, but the quality and flavor feel like they've been going downhill. I still remember the first time I had it -- the broth was rich, creamy, and full of depth, and the pork tasted fresh, tender, and flavorful. Now it just feels inconsistent and careless. This bowl looked amazing visually with the spicy red broth and presentation, but the flavor just wasn't there. The soup tasted oily more than rich, and the depth of flavor that made Nagi famous felt missing. Even the pork and toppings didn't hit the same anymore. Maybe the chef changed or quality control got weaker, but it definitely doesn't taste like the Nagi I used to love. read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Came here about 20 minutes before they opened on a weekday and was able to get a table swiftly. They had us fill out what we wanted while waiting. Tried the Red King ramen which was the spicy option - it was very good but also quite salty. I highly recommend the gyozas! It's really good with the dipping sauce and it's almost like bite sized. Can't go wrong with their karaage chicken either but between the two I think the gyozas were better. Fast service overall and everything was delicious. read more

Ramen Nagi - Red King - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I drove an hour to get here and had to wait over an hour in line. I got the Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen. The noodles were bouncy and the broth was rich and tasty. Its not the best I ever had but not bad. I would give this bowl a 7/10. The restaurant was really busy and also small. I had to share a table with 2 different groups. That was kinda awkward. But not a bad experience overall. read more

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One of my favorite ramen spots. Always busy with a long line. About a 20 min wait on a late Monday night. Ordered in line with very customizable options ranging from saltiness, oil, spice, noodle preference, and toppings. I got the red king spicy level 3 with heavy garlic and added on a boiled egg. Aromatic and flavorful broth. Nice spicyness to it. The thin noodles were perfect. Egg perfectly boiled with the yolk gushing out. Add the seasoned bean sprouts on the table along with other spices to enhance the flavor! Consistent ramen place! Easy menu to customize and has other sides such as gyoza and chicken karaage. read more

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I stopped by Ramen Nagi for lunch today. The line was very short, which was great for me. It's usually very long. I only had to wait 10 minutes for a seat. They give you a form to fill out, while you are waiting in line, so you can make your ramen selection with specifications. I chose the original king ramen with chashu pork and added a Japanese style egg. After I was seated my food came out within a few minutes. It was so fast. The broth was so delicious and the thin noodles had a nice chew. The pork was so moist and tasty. The egg was perfectly jammy in the middle. It's small inside so there is limited seating. That's why there is always a line outside. The staff are super nice and very efficient. read more

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My absolute favorite ramen spot. No matter how many new ones I try, nothing compares. Anyone who says it's overrated was probably influenced by the long line they waited in. But these days the wait isn't so bad, especially during weekday lunch hours. A Red King with light salt, light oil, cabbage, level 10, and firm thin noodles... you can't go wrong! There's an up charge for additional toppings like an egg. I usually like to order extra noodles which they serve only when you're ready for the second portion, and the noodles are always cooked perfectly. Even with light salt and oil the broth is a little heavy but that's expected from most if not all tonkotsu broth. I've also tried the veggie ramen when my friends ordered it and it's SO delicious. If you're vegetarian you won't be disappointed. Occasionally Ramen Nagi offers special limited time ramens but I haven't had the chance to try them because I have to have my ramen spicy! When I went today I was told Garlic King is currently back on the menu. There are also appetizers I believe, like chicken karaage, gyoza, edamame, etc. but I haven't had the chance to try because the ramen itself is so filling. The service is so quick and efficient. I love coming here so much and it has been my favorite spot for many years. If I had to nitpick I don't love how tightly packed the seating is, I feel like I'm dining with strangers every time I eat here because the tables are so close together. read more

Ramen Nagi - Red King - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Got nothing to do, looking to kill some time? Ramen Nagi is the place. I waited a few years for the lines to go down, but it never did. Even on a Monday, there was a long line. The service is quick, while your waiting, they hand you a paper to order your customize ramen. After seated, it doesn't take long for your order to arrive. Note, egg is not standard, it's extra. The ramen is solid, the thin noodles coats the broth,served with slice cha shu. Love the complementary bean sprouts, goes well with the ramen. Tip, for quicker service, best to come by yourself or with one other person. Anything more, takes longer to be seated. If your shopping and have time to kill, definitely worth trying. Otherwise, Im not crazy about the ramen to deal with parking and waiting up to 1hr in line. read more

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This was a great bowl of ramen. The mall itself was a bit overwhelming and the spot was a little hard to find, but the line outside definitely helped. The line moves quickly and you're able to see the menu and pick what you'd like before being seated. Seating may be with other groups, and it's very lively inside. The staff are friendly and helpful. I would put this bowl in my top 3 bowls of ramen, just a little bit of a quest to get to. read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I walked by this place when the line was only about four people to get in. I was looking for what my other options were. When I decided to go to this place after all, the line had grown to about 12 people. Lesson learned :-) As a party of one, however, I was seated pretty quickly. While waiting in line, I was given a marker and a paper order slip There is a little confusion here as apparently the noodles do come with some amount of tree mushrooms, but I only saw two vegetable items and the third option was no vegetables Since neither of those vegetable options (cabbage and something) were tre. mushrooms, I circled "no vegetables" and selected "tree mushrooms" as my extra. I also selected one helping of their hot sauce. My bowl arrived, and I was a little disappointed at its size, but we all know what's been going on with inflation. You have a choice of thin egg noodles or thick noodles, which presumably are not egg noodles since they make sure you know the thin noodles are egg noodles. My noodles were yellow rather than white so I inquired of the white person who assured me that these were "thick" noodles. I don't know if that means they're only serving egg noodles or why these egg noodles are yellow. I stirred around my ranen as I added my condiments of fermented bean sprouts, and the hot powder with garlic in it. There were no mushrooms in the soup. A side bowl of tree mushrooms was brought to me and I added them to my bowl I enjoyed my steaming hot bowl of pork loin and thick yellow noodles which still looked like thin egg noodles to me. I will let you judge from the picture. Having finished my bowl, I checked my bill and found I had not been charged for the tree mushrooms. I debated what to do, but I am old enough and been in business for myself long enough to appreciate honesty and being honest. I told my waitperson that I had not been charged for mushrooms. She told me that mushrooms come with the soup. I told her that no mushrooms were in my soup, which is why I had ordered the tree mushrooms. She went to check and found my order, and indeed the tree mushrooms had been crossed off my order. I think that's because in the kitchen, they realized that I must not have known that some amount of mushrooms are included. That would explain why I would indicate no vegetables, but then order tree mushrooms. So they had corrected the order. However, when I went to pay, they had now "corrected" the bill and charged me for the mushrooms! At this point, I did not feel like explaining this new error to them to save a couple dollars. However, I am unlikely to ever come back. As for ambience, it's an unpretentious place with bench seating and a few tables. Much like you would expect to see in one of those old samurai movies set in the 17th century read more

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Ramen Nagi always has a long line, but it is so worth it. My boyfriend and I went to the Valley Fair location and ordered the tonkotsu broth ramen -- and wow, it really hits. The broth is incredibly rich and flavorful, and the noodles are perfectly chewy. I also loved the toppings they add; everything comes together so well in each bite. You can tell they really know how to balance texture and flavor. On top of that, the price is reasonable for the quality you're getting, and the service was surprisingly quick despite how busy it was. If you're a ramen lover, this place is a must. Highly recommend! read more

Ramen Nagi - Original King - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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I was told this was life changing ramen, but everyone's life is different and it did not change mine. Do I think it was worth it to stand in the ridiculous long line to eat here? No and I don't understand why so many do. BUT, if you do stand in line, they take your order while you're outside so once we were seated, got our food 2 minutes later. The green king is basil Parmesan ramen which sounds ridiculous but if you want something unique this is it. They also have squid ink ramen. The staff will recommend first timers just go with the normal ramen. And to me, didn't stand out enough to wait 45-60 minutes. read more

Is it me or is ramen nagi a bit overhyped? I was not impressed by the chasiu, the broth and noodles were just okay! I thought it was cool how you can customize a lot of the items/flavor but overall the food was just okay. I feel like I like other ramen spots over this one. Especially if you have to wait in a super long line. read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I haven't had Ramen Nagi in so long, but I can confidently say that they have some of the best ramen in town. I love that you are able to customize your ramen to your liking. While you stand outside in line, you'll get a piece of paper and marker where you'll go down the line and choose what you like best when it comes to broth, noodle size, oil level, etc. It really helps you get in and out. Which is best for the lines you'll see. The menu is small, so you don't need all the time in the world to decide. That's also why they do what they do so well. read more

Honestly I do not get the hype for this place. There is a huge line every time I am at Valley Fair mall. I have been meaning to try it for a while but never felt motivated enough to stand in that massive line. We finally went on a weekday evening and still had a forty minute wait. The space inside is extremely congested and it feels very uncomfortable to dine in because there is barely any room to sit or move around. We tried the Red King, Black King and chicken kharage. Everything tasted fine, but it tasted like any other ramen place. I still do not understand why this spot is so overly hyped. read more

Ramen Nagi - Red King - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Ramen Nagi's Pumpkin King is back for a limited time, and I'm absolutely obsessed. If you're seeing this review today, you have until tomorrow (November 4th) to try it! This seasonal ramen comes back every year, and it's easily one of my favorites, right up there with my go-to Green King with level 10 spice. Don't be thrown off by the color of the noodles or broth -- it's ultra-creamy, perfectly balanced, and full of rich flavor. The crispy pumpkin chips stayed crunchy even after soaking in the broth, and the mix of cabbage and soft potatoes made every bite hit perfectly. The lines can look long, but don't let that scare you! They move quickly, usually within 30 minutes, and it's always worth it. Service here is consistently efficient, the team is amazing, and the experience is always smooth from start to finish. I especially want to mention Albee, the manager, she's so kind and welcoming every single time. I've been going to Ramen Nagi for years, and the taste is always consistent no matter how busy they get. If you're visiting, start with the Pumpkin King, then try Green King next. My recommendations: *Green King: My personal favorite. I always order it with level 10 spice. If you love spicy flavors and something a little cheesy and savory (pesto with bacon), this is for you. Super underrated but this king is so good! Of course, adjust to your own spice level! *Red King: The classic bold spicy bowl with minced meat and deep flavor, always satisfying. *Black King: Made with squid ink for a slightly saltier, richer broth. *Original King: Perfect if you want something simple and classic with tonkatsu broth. *Veggie King: Surprisingly delicious even for meat lovers, the broth is creamy, and I love adding a side of pork belly or meat to make it heartier. Consistent, flavorful, and run by an incredible team! Ramen Nagi never disappoints. I'm already counting down until the Pumpkin King returns next year. read more

The line wasn't too long on a Sunday evening around 6pm. They gave you an introduction to the menu when you are in the line, which is very helpful. Service was really fast and the store looked very clean. I went with the Red King with extra spicy. Ramen was very flavorful and the texture is also perfect. 100% recommend! read more

Ramen Nagi - Red King - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

It's one of my friend's favourite ramen spots in the Bay as she is vegetarian so an annual trip here is required. We came on a Friday evening around 6 and there was already a line (although not crazy long). We were promptly given the order forms to circle our preferences for the ramen. The menu isn't extensive but they do have some off menu items like gyozas and chicken karage. We ordered the vegetarian ramen for the hash browns and they were so satisfying! Honestly I thought the vegetarian ramen was maybe heavier than the regular tonkotsu based broth since it's probably made with soy milk. The quality of the ramen is always solid here so really no complaints. They seem to always be in a hurry though so if you are looking to not be rushed through dinner, this place is probably not for you! read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Came on a Monday night around 6pm. The line wasn't crazy long but had a good amount of people. We still only waited about 20 minutes. The set up on all the tables is perfect. Extra oil, sesame seeds, salt, and TISSUES! Loved that touch, so useful. We tried the chicken kaarage and omg amazing. Fried to absolute perfection yet still so meaty and juicy. The flavor outside is heaven along with the cabbage, lemon, and sauce garish, so delicious! I tried my husband's red king and boy was it spicy but still very good. I had the original king. The chasu was a little fatty but overall still a great bowl of ramen. I added an egg and so worth it. The egg comes whole and was soft boiled perfectly. I love that you can customize salt/oil levels and noodle firmness. read more

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