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Went to Ramen parlor for dinner a little past 7 pm and got seated right away. Ordered the lobster garlic pork mild flavor and lobster miso spicy. This place is consistent, always good. The place is small, but it doesn't feel cramped.
This is our go-to ramen spot in San Mateo! The ramen is always rich and flavorful, the service is quick, and the restaurant is clean. Highly recommended!
Delicious and flavorful ramen and great appetizers. Quick and accurate service by staff. Busy and clean dining room.
I love Ramen Parlor. It's probably my favorite ramen spot in San Mateo, and I've tried just about all of them. Service is always quick and efficient. They have a small parking lot on site which makes it easy, and while the dining room is on the smaller side, they handle to go orders well. My go to is the extra spicy tan tan men with either garlic chili oil or black garlic oil. The marinated soft boiled egg is perfect every time. Great depth of flavor and the yolk stays nice and jammy. It had been a while since my last visit, and it was just as good as I remembered.
Ramen Parlor's parking lot is a bit limited but there's plenty of street parking. Their service was quick and the staff members were extremely polite and kind. It's a great place for families, date nights or just a hang out! What was ordered: + chicken karaage - fried well as it was very crispy and hot when it arrived at our table. I enjoyed the texture of the chicken but was a little put off by the sauce on the bottom, which made parts of the chicken soggy. + takoyaki - the flavor is perfect for me but I felt it wasn't crispy enough on the outside and had a bit too much sauce on top. I'd still order this again but would probably ask for less sauce next time. + spicy crab miso ramen - highly recommend this dish! You get the option of how spicy you want your broth (I went with mild) and it was perfect for me. It had a kick of spiciness but the broth was rich and creamy with some garlic flavors. The broth stayed hot throughout my meal and the noodles were cooked perfectly.
I got the black garlic pork ramen w/medium spice. To be honest, the noodles, the broth, the spice, and the ingredients all tasted just mediocre. The egg was not runny, the noodles tasted and felt generic, and it was as if I was eating something I made with a packet. Might've been just that item, but I was unimpressed with anything. Not saying it's bad! But unfortunately just nothing special.
I first discovered Ramen Parlor when DJ and I visited SAMA COFFEE, diagonally across the street from the restaurant, on June 30, 2025. Ramen Parlor was closed that day, so I was unable to go inside and check them out, but made a mental note to add them to my "Want to go" list (Slap my hand for neglecting to do so on Yelp). I finally got to visit Ramen Parlor for lunch with Herlina and Vi on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Finding parking here is a breeze since they have a private lot, but even if it's full, there is also street parking. We arrived at 11:45 AM sans reservations, but faced no wait and were seated immediately to a half booth table. The matchbox-shaped dining room with brown wooden tables and chairs was fairly clean and tidy on the day of our visit. Maximum occupancy is probably around 100 persons here. Vi ordered a CLASSIC RAMEN ($17.95) with Pork Flavor broth and added Corn for an additional $1.50. Herlina and I went with the Pork Tan Tan Men (Black-Garlic Oil, $19.95) from the HOUSE SPECIALTY RAMEN section + Corn ($1.50). Honestly, the THAI GREEN RAMEN and the THAI RED RAMEN intrigued me enough to consider ordering one of them, but I decided to go with a more traditional bowl for my first visit, especially since no substitutions/customizations allowed. We all enjoyed our noodle soups. I got to try Vi's and can say that both broths were deliciously rich in flavour. Service was quick and very friendly. A great lunch we enjoyed at Ramen Parlor. I will definitely be back. Next time, I will need to try one of the Thai Ramens.
We always come here for whenever we're craving ramen - rare, but it does happen. They are consistent in flavor, and have really nailed down the perfect bite. Service is always friendly. I ALWAYS get the same thing: - Lobster garlic pork soy flavor, which comes topped with Roasted Pork (2pcs), Deep Fried Soft Shell Crab (WHOLE) Quail Eggs (2pcs), Spinach, Roasted Seaweed (2pcs) and bamboo shoots @ mild spicy Just enough to feel something but not enough to sweat, haha. The bowl feels like it's getting smaller than I remember, and maybe it's because the crab is half the size it used to be or less broth? Whatever it is, I'll definitely be back.
The best vegan ramen I've had!!! The broth is super flavorful and doesn't have a fishy taste. There were tons of veggies and the noodles were perfect texture. Not too salty either like some ramen places. Service took some time as it gets very busy! The owner stopped by and said hello which is always wonderful.
Came Friday around 11:30am. Parking lot is small but there is plenty of street parking. The inside was cute but only had a couple of tables. My group of 7 got seated right away. The service was great! Ramen came out quickly and roughly came out at the same time. The ramen itself is very flavorful and filling! Love coming here to eat the soft shell crab.
One of my go to ramen spots in San Mateo. I got their new lobster garlic pork flavor ramen and it was sooooo goooood!! I absolutely love the soft shell crab they add. It's crispy, flavorful, and pairs perfectly with the rich broth. The noodles had the perfect chew, and the broth had just the right balance of creamy and garlicky without being too heavy. I'm not really the biggest ramen guy but this is a place I wouldn't mind going to frequently forsure! The staff was very kind and attentive, and the place itself is perfect if you're eating alone or just want to eat a relaxing meal. Definitely a spot I'll recommend to my friends.
The waiters are very professional and take time to explain the new Super Ramen menu, where you can choose your preferred broth. The place is clean and well-kept, making it comfortable to dine in. The new ramen selections--Thai Red Ramen, Thai Green Ramen, and Stew Pork Belly Ramen--add a unique twist, while the Black Garlic Pork Flavor stands out as a favorite for its rich, savory taste. Ramen Parlor offers excellent service, a clean ambiance, and creative ramen choices, making it a must-visit spot for ramen lovers.
Been going here for years and it's quite a staple for me at this point; I just took my parents and it's their new favorite spot as well. While I do like their pork tan tan men (which is unctuous and thick), or their crab curry ramen (which is more fishy), my favorite will always be one of their tonkotsu broths, preferably the garlic pork. Although their appetizers (chicken karaage and fire oysters) are decent, you should primarily (and obviously) be coming for their ramen. It's definitely flavorful and slightly heavier than most ramens I've tried, and even mild spice can pack some heat. Prices are good and they do dine-in; I don't think I've ever waited here recently, so no reservations needed. They do have their own parking lot, which is quite a blessing.
Ramen Parlor has some solid ramen broths. Today I had their new stewed pork belly ramen with garlic pork broth. It was so good and had a hearty piece of tender pork belly. On a cold day this place really hits the spot. They are very friendly and quick to serve you. I usually luck out getting parking right in front. Great place for solo or group dining so head on down. read more
1 year ago
Ordered the popular Lobster Farlic Ramen....very tasty!!!! I enjoyed the blend of the garlic and lobster taste !!! I ordered mild spicy which was perfect!!! They also have a parking lot so you do not have to look for parking!!! I will be back for more!!!! read more
2 years ago
The ramen never disappoints you, it's delicious and keeps you warm on a cold day in the bay. The spice levels are perfect too. It's hearty, made with love! I always go with a friend, big fan of pork and veggie ramen. I am a big fan of the noodles to broth ratio, and the broth has so much flavor it's incredible read more
Friendly service and dedicated parking lot. Interior looks a little worn and without much personality. Ramen was just OK. Broth tasted rather one-dimensional. Egg was nicely cooked but not seasoned. Good chew to the noodles. I appreciated the hefty amount of book choy included. With so many great ramen spots in the area, I don't see myself retuning anytime soon. read more
I was advised to visit this spot, and I absolutely love it! Everything tastes just great. I had pleasure eating this pork miso classic house ramen! My friends had a spicy crab and also loved it! Would definitely come again read more
First time coming here since I was a kid, and it's a lot better than I remembered. Came here on a whim, and ended up really enjoying this place! First off, absolutely loved the fact that there is parking here. Came in on a weekday during lunch, and we were seated right away. I ordered the lobster garlic pork ramen and chicken karaage to share. The ramen came with a whole soft shell crab that was so delicious when soaked in the ramen broth. You can't really taste a lobster flavor in the broth, but there is a sweet seafood umami taste to it. The chicken karaage was just okay for me, it wasn't as crispy as I'd like. Service is also pretty good and fast, so it's a great place to go when in a rush and need a grab n go ramen fix! read more
4 years ago
One of my favorite gems in san Mateo! I have been coming here since college once in a while. I try to come here at least 2x a year if I'm not tired of ramen. Their chicken karaage is so different from other ramen shops. The chicken stays hot, juicy, and crispy while it's drenched in a bed of sauce! I always get the garlic lobster pork ramen mild spicy. It always hits the spot when I come here. I love they provide a variety of toppings such as soft shell crab, Nori, kikurage mushrooms, spinach and 2 slices of pork. Next time I definitely want to add bamboo shoots or corn for more texture. My friend got the garlic soy sauce ramen and said it was super flavorful like they made the broth in 72 hours. We both want to try something different next time! read more
~3.5 stars rounded up. Wouldn't go out of the way to come here but would come back. Got the chicken karaage and lobster garlic broth with pork, soft shell crab, spinach, mushrooms and two quail eggs. I kind of just like the ingredients you get at the price you get. It's quite average but hits the spot if you know what to expect. That is, no lobster flavor, more like just pork, and it's not a rich broth packing any punches. It can get busy here still but was ok on a week night. read more
Pretty small restaurant but they move quickly. We were in and out within an hour. The service is fast and constantly moving. They're moving people in and out extremely quickly but not rude about it. There was a line for lunch but we were seated pretty quickly which we were thankful for since it was pouring outside. Now, onto the food. I came with a few coworkers based off a recommendation. The ramen was okay. It was warm and flavorful but there was nothing special about it. Maybe it was the amount hype that it didn't meet or it's just not for me. Regardless, this warrants 3 stars and maybe another visit. read more
2 years ago
I was excited to try Ramen Parlor, sadly the meal was underwhelming. We were seated quickly and I decided to try their Lobster Garlic Pork Soy Sauce Ramen and my friend got the Lobster Garlic Pork Ramen (both extra spicy and the second being one of their signature dishes). First, the ramen wasn't spicy...at all. I could barely tell they added chill oil/flakes. Second, nothing in the bowl of ramen excited my palate. From the thin, relatively tasteless pork to the broth which lacked any debth of flavor (where was the garlic??). The toppings had some range: seaweed, soft shelled crab (interesting but nothing amazing) , bamboo shoots, uncooked spinach, quail eggs (wish they had been soft boiled), but the ramen overall was lackluster (2.5/5). The service overall was fast and attentive (4/5). Overall, Ramen parlor was full of people and quite popular, so I was pretty surprised and disappointed to be honest and based on this first dining experience, I doubt I'll be back. read more
This seems to be a favorite amongst my coworkers and I've been here 3 times trying to figure out why. I got their lobster broth ramen which has a soft shelled crab and no lobster tail. The lobster is infused in the broth but honestly you wouldn't know it by tasting it. Or at least I didn't. The fried crab cheese appetizer is some of the worst I've ever had. Don't order it. The fried oysters are very small and not worth the 4 small pieces for the price. The ramen itself is small and the broth is watery. We've also had the chicken karagge which is also a dissapointment. There's plenty of parking outside even at 8pm, dinnertime. read more
4 years ago
We went here as a second lunch with some friends and were excited to try out the food. My partner and I wanted to share a bowl of ramen since we had eaten quite a bit prior. I did not realize there was a 12.99 minimum per person, I wish they had signs or some form of notification about that somewhere as we both did not realize. We both got the lobster broth and my partner ordered the pork cheek because of how caught off guard we were by the minimum. When the pork cheek came out, we were disappointed to see it was 3 strips of cheek, a leaf of shanghai bokchoy and an egg... It is very easy to go to chinese restaurants and for the same price of $11 to get far more better tasting pork cheek for a larger dish. The lobster broth was okay and the soft shell crab was decent. Lastly, the bill was very challenging to read. It was handwritten and it was not clear what each word was trying to indicate. We asked for them to break it down and it was even more confusing. read more
4 years ago
I was in the mood for ramen and totally forgot about this popular place! This place is typically packed in the evening so I'd get there a bit early, but this time I came in the morning and the wait was minimal. What's special about this place is being able to have a whole soft shell crab in your dish. I ordered the lobster garlic pork flavored ramen with medium spicy. Spice level was good but I'll tone it down to a mild so I can enjoy the other flavors. The broth was definitely rich and hearty. I'm honestly still dreaming about this dish It really fits well with the cold weather. Price isn't too bad given that this is a seafood type of ramen too! There's also parking in front of the restaurant which makes it super convenient. Service was also very great! Staff were all attentive. read more
7 months ago
I love this ramen place! I always get the vegetable curry ramen since I find the other vegetable ramen too bland. This time we had 2 vegetarians so we got 1 veggie curry ramen and the daikon salad! The salad was delicious! It was so fresh tasting and the dressing was mild but perfect! We enjoyed having a few bites of salad in between bites of the spicy, hot ramen! The one thing I don't like here is that they enforce that every person order worth at least $18. We had to order an edamame and a beer to get to that amount. The edamame was good so at least it wasn't a waste. read more
3 years ago
Lobster garlic pork is my go to! I've been coming here for 10+ years and it's my #1 ramen spot. The broth is always hot, which is my favorite thing about soupy noodles. Everytime I have ramen I have to compare it to this place. This place reminds me of Japan when I was there. Service is good they always refill water and are very quick. The guy server seems to have been working there for the last 10+ years I think? The restaurant is on the smaller side. So groups bigger than 6 I think would be hard to get a table when they are busy. read more
3 years ago
I have not been to Ramen Parlor for a while, and I am glad I visited this place again. My friends and I wanted to have ramen since it was raining almost the whole day. The service was quick. The staff was accommodating and welcoming. There was no wait time, so we were seated right away. We ordered the Classic Ramen Garlic Pork Soy Sauce flavor and the Parlor Ramen Lobster Garlic Pork Soy Sauce flavor. The broth was good and had a lot of umami flavor. The ramen was very filling. The noodles were also firm. My friends who ordered the classic ramen enjoyed their order. However, I thought the broth was a tad salty, and the meat was sliced very thin. For the parlor ramen, my friend didn't enjoy it much. She said her ramen was too salty; she didn't finish her bowl. Overall, I would go back to Ramen Parlor, but I would order a different flavor because the soy sauce flavor was salty. read more
3 years ago
Not sure what happened but this place is not like what it used to be. I remember having to come here at opening and having to wait to get seated but it's not like that anymore. Came here on a Wednesday night and there was plenty of seats available. The service was just okay, very straight to the point - like what's your order, here it is, and here's your bill. It's always been that way but I always thought it was because they were super busy. The ramen was okay. I feel like it was a lot saltier than it used to be and not as garlicky. read more
When looking for ramen in the San Mateo area, we found Ramen Parlor on Yelp and decided to try it based on the (overall 4-star) reviews and because they didn't have a wait when I called to check. We were seated fairly soon and ordered three bowls of the Parlor Ramen (Lobster Miso Flavor ramen) ($15.50) and two bowls of the Classic Ramen (pork flavor). I had the lobster miso ramen and although I enjoyed the toppings of fried soft shell crab, quail eggs, pork, seaweed, and corn, I didn't taste any lobster flavor in the broth. The broth was warm, but not very flavorful. In addition, the ramen noodles were too hard. The soft shell crab was a unique topping and tasted really good. Overall the bowl wasn't very satisfying because the broth wasn't special in flavor and the noodles were hard. I didn't try the classic ramen, but kids had the classic ramen (one pork and one pork garlic) and they really liked it. Service was good. Parking was easy as there is a small parking lot. Overall, the lobster miso ramen bowl was mediocre. read more
4 years ago
Gather to the Parlor Never have been the biggest fan of ramen, but I throughly enjoyed my experience here. I came to this restaurant with a couple of friends, and was seated relatively quickly. I got the Parlor Ramen, Lobster Miso Flavor (15.50), and Karaage Fried Chicken (7.95). The food was flavorful and very filling. This place was unique, I've never had an entire soft shell crab in my ramen before. The addition of quail eggs, thin sliced pork, corn, and spinach, created a different flavor. The Karaage Fried chicken was crispy and juicy-- accompanied well with the house sauce. Overall, the food was great, and the service was awesome. The noodles weren't too chewy, but the broth was a bit on the saltier side. If I'm ever in the area again, I'd love to try what else they have to offer! read more
Revisited ramen parlor and was happy to find that the salt levels of the broths are much better! This is still a super solid bowl of ramen and the classic is still $15 - not bad. Noodles are nice and chewy and I appreciate all the toppings read more
4 years ago
5 stars for ramen 1 star for service First in line on Sat night with our family of four at opening. Manager yelled twice "GET IN LINE! WE'RE NOT OPEN YET! GET IN LINE!" We were the first ones there when he opened the door and other parties were in line behind us. Not sure what he was yelling about. The menu as taped to the table in front of the door to look at but apparently you're not supposed to look at it? Set the tone for the night but we were hungry and had already waited for 30m for the place to open. Ordered Chicken kaarage, Spicy Crab Miso Ramen and Lobster Garlic Pork Ramen. No lobster taste or any lobster in it but fried soft shell crab was delicious and broth was umami. Noodles were cooked to perfection (not hard and not too soft). Maybe would have been nice with fried garlic. Pork slices were yum. Spicy Crab ramen was a hit with others in our party. chicken kaarage - Big juicy pieces. Not crispy. Would skip next time (unless you like juicy, sort of fried chicken). Food came out pretty quick. No time wasted. So did the check which was a couple of scribbles with a total of $88 for 4 ramen bowls and the chicken. Nothing itemized and you couldn't tell if tax or gratuity was included. I asked for an explanation and the server brought the manager (the yelling Japanese guy from before) who just repeated the total twice and ignored my question. I wasn't sure what I was paying for and it looked like 15% was already added so i didn't tip. If you don't care about service and are fine with a fuzzy bill, then this place might be for you. Ramen is excellent but there are so many places to eat around here. Might come back in 6 months or a year once I've forgotten about the rude manager. Typically I can overlook the service if the food is excellent but being yelled at before being seated and no explanation given for a question on the bill is sketchy to me. (Read other reviews where he yelled or chased down customers because of their tipping so does he now just automatically add tip in to your final bill without you knowing?) read more
8 months ago
This is our go to soup ramen spot near us! Wait is short and the lobster pork base ramen with soft shell crab is our go to order. Their karaage is in a ponzu sauce which is different that typical spots. The waitress took our order very quickly and the inside of the restaurant has around 20 tables. We go here almost every month! Sometimes they will have two small tables outside so you can probably bring your dog. read more
Have tried a lot of ramen places and Ramen Parlor is by far the best in the bay over the decade. Have tried a few of their ramen flavors and for the longest our fave was the lobster garlic pork. They have 4 new ramens for a few months now (Super ramen, Thai red and green curries, and Taro aka Stewed pork belly) and both Thai red curry and Taro are the newest faves. Have come to noticed that the spicier the broth, the saltier it gets so what I have to do (for someone who loves spicy noodle soup) is to bring my own chili pepper concoction and order non-spicy or mild broths (don't judge me). As for their appetizers, love the crab and cheese spring rolls and daikon and mizuna salad. Place is small, but thankfully patrons don't sit around hanging out after they're done so tables are quickly turned over. Service is quick and efficient. Good amount of parking in the lot and on the streets. Will continue to try other ramen flavors over time when we're feeling courageous enough to give up our faves for the adventure. read more
9 months ago
3 years ago
Finally got around to trying the famous Ramen Parlor after living five minutes away from it for almost a year! My boyfriend and I came around 7:20 pm on a Friday night. There were three parties ahead of us despite the spot closing at 8 pm. We were seated within ten minutes. There is a sign-in sheet on the inside of the front door. The place was smaller than I thought! There are maybe only about 10 tables inside. We were given menus immediately and our order was taken maybe 10 minutes in. I didn't want to keep them waiting because I hate being one of the last people to come in before closing, but we got our bowls around 7:50 pm and powered through them so we left on time! :) I ordered the lobster garlic pork bowl with mild spiciness and my boyfriend ordered the miso ramen bowl with mild spiciness as well. Feedback? I really, really loved mine! Definitely one of the better ramen bowls I've had in the area. It wasn't FANTASTIC but it really wasn't bad at all. I really appreciated the soft shell crab - like where else can you get that for only $17? The noodles were cooked well and the broth was very flavorful. I would now choose going here over some of the other ramen spots nearby. Our bill came out to $36 or so which really isn't bad considering we left very full and satisfied. Despite the other reviews on here about someone chasing them for tip, I do believe that the man in question was the one who served us and spoke to us and he was very warm. I could tell they were busy pre-closing but we were spoken to really kindly when we were leaving. Hopefully the issue was addressed and that kind of behavior doesn't happen anymore, but we had a great experience and will definitely be back! read more
Last time I was here mid-pandemic, they had outdoor only and were serving food in take out containers. The containers and outdoor dining made service really poor, and my experience was a 2.5/5. Now that indoor is open, I can say the food and experience is much better. Takoyaki was decent but basic, and missing bonito flakes. Lobster garlic ramen was good and the soft shell crab on top was amazing! The ramen comes with mini quail eggs - over cooked and not that tasty. I'd prefer a soft boiled regular chicken egg. Overall, 3.5/5! read more
It's been years since I've been to Raman Parlor. I ordered the Spicy crab miso with medium level of spiciness. It wasn't bad but I recall the quality and flavors were more impressive before. Still a solid 3 but I recall them before a 4 star before. read more
After all these years, I finally made it to the popular Ramen Parlor. I stopped in for a weekday lunch and luckily there was no wait and plenty of parking in their private lot. When I walked up, they asked me to order prior to sitting down. I asked what the top sellers were and ended up with the Lobster Pork Ramen and chicken Karaage. The menus they had out front had no descriptions of what came in each of the different types of bowls of ramen which I think would help for first timers like myself. The chicken Karaage portion was pretty big for around $8. Lot of big sauces, swimming in a ponzu sauce. I like my Karaage a little bit crisper and no real stand out flavors but it was good value. The noodles they use are the thicker kind which I like so that's a huge plus in my book. They were cooked 'Al dente' which is also how I like it. It came with these mini eggs, soft shell crab, pork charsu, spinach and seaweed. I wish I could've swapped for the normal soft boiled egg bc I didn't really enjoy the tiny ones. The soft shell crab really isn't my thing, but great presentation. Overall, it was a really solid bowl of ramen. They let you choose spice levels 1-3. I went with 2 and it was just enough spice without it overpowering the broth. Perfect level of spice for me. A bowl of the lobster pork ramen, and chicken Karaage was $26 before tip. Which is pretty standard for ramen places nowadays. The chicken Karaage order was big enough to split, so if you are looking at dinner for 2 without drinks, it'll run ya around $50. Not bad for a place to satisfy that ramen craving read more
2 years ago
Went here recently after a year or so, and I gotta say it's still a solid ramen spot. Ordered the Classic Ramen with Pork Garlic flavor and an order of karaage. The soup is still flavorful, and the noodles still have a good chew and bounce to them. The slices of pork are a bit thinner now, and the price has gone up a bit, but that's to be expected. It's still a good portion and perfect for a cold day. On the Chicken Karaage, it comes with 6 on a plate with a slightly sweet sauce. They're well fried and juicy, and make for a solid side choice and great compliment to any ramen you order. They have a small parking lot in front, or street parking around the area. The inside is small but cozy, and they turn over tables pretty quick. If you're craving ramen and are in the area, Ramen Parlor is definitely worth checking out. read more
3 years ago
Older kid is sick and wants hot ramen - well we cannot eat inside but can order to go - ordered classic pork plain and parlor lobster pork mild - it was ready when promise, very personable young man helped me with the transaction - out the door and home - still very warm and ready to eat once home - the quail eggs and half egg were perfect warm and gooey, the pork slices were flavorful, and the soft shell crab was moist and tasty - we were both happy with our yummy ramen today - sorry, no picture of iids ramen - he dove right into it - only a picture of mine - poorly assembled by me - I guarantee everything as in there lol read more
3 years ago
Super huge ramen portion. There are whole fried soft shell crab on our ramen so that's a really nice surprise and different from other ramen places. The broth are super salty though, we ordered the lobster garlic pork ramen and spicy crab miso ramen. I like the garlic pork broth better since it's slightly less saltier. We also ordered the karaage and it was okay. The place has parking spots outside so it was easy to drive to. All in all, ramen is good, but we've had better. read more
1 year ago
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901 S B St
San Mateo, CA 94401
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Are there any pescetarian ramen options besides the veggie ramen?
Yeah. They have lobster and crab based soup I think.
Are they doing outdoor seating?
They had a couple of tables outside a couple of weeks ago.
Did miso come back yet?
No, but I asked today and they are talks about bringing it back!
Does it still take long to be seated for lunch during a week? How is the line on Thursdays normally?
I don't know about Thursdays specifically, but I've been there on a Friday for lunch and there was no wait. We ate inside but there are also tables outside. And there were open tables both inside and outside the restaurant.
Is there mandatory gratuity and if so how much?
No mandatory tipping. They have sit down dining and we paid after we ate last week, tip not included. Pay ahead for takeout as well.
What are vegetarian options?
I'm almost positive there aren't any as far as the ramen goes. They actually have something on the menu that says their Soy and Miso aren't vegetarian.
Do they do take out Ramen?
I have never seen a take out option. You can take your leftovers home but unless they have changed their business practices, they don't do takeout
How long is the wait usually on a Friday night?
30-40 minutes...could be more or less depends on what time you get there for friday dinner
How is this place different from ramen dojo?
Ramen Parlor's specialty is their lobster pork broth and soft shell crab. Ramen Dojo doesn't offer this type of seafoody flavor.
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