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    Ramen Taka

    4.3 (2.2k reviews)
    ModerateRamen
    Open 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Austin Z.

    I had hoped this place would be one of the good ramen places that I had gone to. However, this restaurant fell short of my expectations, and rather than it being a good experience, it made out to be a very mid experience. First off: the location of this place just turned out to be a very closed off location. Not a lot of people knew about it, and the entrance towards the restaurant was rather pretty dark. It seemed kind of unwelcome, and we even had to wait a little bit even though there were plenty of seats available (I would understand the shortage of people serving, but even then, that shouldn't be an excuse. We shouldn't be the ones bearing the responsibility for it). I felt like as if I was rushed through this whole experience. Not only were the seating places small, but also, the portion for what they were offering was not worth it for its price. The customer service was almost as if it was non existent. I tried their ramen, and while the ramen noodles were good, the chashu was really rubbery and the onion taste was too overpowering. In addition, the pork broth was too salty, and was WAY too hot. Also, the fact that four gyozas were a little bit too less. I honestly don't know if I'm going to come back, unless things improve otherwise. It's just my take on this restaurant, but I think they need quite a bit of improving.

    Tofu ramen with chashu
    Gerald L.

    Ramen Taka near Santa Clara University is one of those dependable ramen spots that delivers when it counts. Street parking can be tough, especially when the nearby shops are busy. There's a small shared parking lot shaped like an "L," but if you drive all the way in and it's full, you'll have to reverse your way out--so enter with caution. The interior of ok but not extremely comfortable. Clean though. Once inside, though, things move smoothly. Service is quick and friendly, and more importantly, the food comes out fast. I stick with the tonkotsu ramen and karaage--both are solid favorites. The broth is rich and flavorful without being overwhelming, and the noodles have a great texture. Someone else ordered a tofu ramen, which I don't currently see on the menu, so maybe it was a special that day. Overall, yummy all around and a reliable go-to when the ramen craving hits.

    Ngan N.

    Tldr: service is good. Food is okay. They have parking in the back. We ordered: - Tonkotsu Ramen: it's an okay ramen but not really flavorful. I don't think the egg is a true ramen egg either. - Katsu Curry: same thing like ramen

    Chicken karaage
    Andrew W.

    Yeah I was sadly quite disappointed with this ramen spot, especially since it was recommended by my Japanese coworkers. First of all, the parking is cancer here. There's a tiny lot around the back that is always full. And if it's full, it's so narrow that you're gonna have to do some crazy turns to get out of there. I ended up having to park in the neighborhood and take the walk of shame. Not a good look for the ambiance. The food was below average around the board. It's the kind of quality you'd expect from generic ramen spots run by non-Japanese that you'd see in the food court or something. Not very inspiring. Men bei ramen in Santa Clara is a much better option for the area. The service was just ok. Our waiter was pretty obviously a random SCU student who was not well versed in ramen. This place is overrated, overhyped, and overpriced. Enough talk.

    Tonkatsu
    Myrriah C.

    I came back again and had the Tonkatsu. While the Yuzu is delicate and delicious. The tonkatsu is robust, flavorful and absolutely hit the spot. The staff is always so friendly, helpful and amazing and the food came out quickly. It's hard to depart from my favorite ramen the Yuzu but every time I come here and try something new, it's always mind blowing and amazing. The best ramen for miles

    Tantanmen with an extra egg
    Tram L.

    6 years since my last review and their quality has been consitent! I tried their Tantanmen for the first time and was in love with it!! It would be my go-to from now on! Update on parking: you can park down the street now, not too far of a walk. There are two great coffee/milk tea shops a couples blocks nearby, make sure you try them both!!

    TAN TAN Ramen and Gyoza
    Lauren C.

    We were a large party that they were able to seat quickly. (Make sure to check in when you arrive) Food came out quickly and the price is pretty good for the area. Gyoza was standard but the Ramen was AMAZING! Would definitely go there again and there was plenty for me to take home, I reheated the leftover on the stove and it was like new!

    Vegan Ramen with tofu and soft boiled egg
    Trina H.

    This is my team's favorite spot for a work lunch. Solid ramen spot. It's never overly crowded during lunch and we're always able to get a table right away. What I've tried so far: - miso ramen 4/5 - yuzu ship ramen 4/5 - really like the yuzu flavor and how light and refreshing the broth is - vegan ramen with kale noodles - I like the texture of the noodles but the broth is a bit bland. Added tofu and egg for more protein

    Jann B.

    Had lunch here on a weekday. Street parking was a bit challenging but we were lucky enough to get a spot. Server was kind and attentive. The restaurant was clean and our food arrived within a decent time frame. Prices were fair. Ramen was good however I've had better quality noodles and flavor at other ramen places. Overall, a decent option for ramen in Santa Clara that is decently priced.

    Tonkotsu Ramen
    Amy F.

    Came in on a Sunday evening looking for a hearty bowl of ramen and found just the spot. First off service was great. We were seated promptly and given water immediately. The food came out within 15 minutes of ordering and was piping hot. We tried the garlic edamame and it was so flavorful. Plenty of garlic and a delicious sauce. Cooked well too, it wasn't soggy. The ramen was very good as well. The noodles were cooked perfectly and had a good dense bite to them. The broth of the tonkotsu was creamy, rich, and very balanced. I also appreciated the full egg vs half at most other places, which was perfectly soft boiled. I will gladly be coming back here when the next ramen craving hits. Prices are a little cheaper than most places too.

    Tonkotsu Ramen
    Kathy T.

    finding parking in this plaza is awful. the parking lot in the back is tiny and is basically one way. i ended up street parking in the residential area down the street and walked about 3 minutes, so not too bad. (don't park in the area outside of the parking lot, it requires permit parking!) my friend and i came for lunch at around 12:45pm on a saturday and it wasn't packed so we were seated immediately. we were sandwiched between two other groups, which i would've preferred not to bc it was lowkey cramped and there were a number of other spots.... but who am i to disagree with the waiter hahaha. the food came out quickly, and it was just alright. the tonkotsu ramen's broth here isn't as heavy as other ramen spots, so it didn't feel as rich to me, but it was still passable. apparently it used to be really good back in the day, but i probably wouldn't come here again.

    Gyoza
    Alyssa M.

    The food is beautifully displayed, but can't say it's the best Ramen that I've ever had. The Gyoza is delicious and probably was one of the best things that I had there. Green tea was given to me in a paper cup and all add-ons that you would think typically comes in your Ramen is charged at $1-2.00 I found it interesting. That three pieces of bok choy would cost me. Service is meh Nobody's really tending to you. I was confused on if it was a restaurant or if it was a pick up and go kind of place. And the complete vibe of the place it's not the most welcoming or warm as you would get from a typical bowl of Ramen.

    J C.

    Food was delicious and the service was quick. A lot students at Santa Clara University eat here. The price was very reasonable for the quality and quantity that you get. I loved my Katsu curry!

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    If you like it spicy, get some of the spicy paste on the side for your Jiro-style ramen.

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    10 months ago

    Service was fast, food came out fast. Noodles are delicious and chewy, soup is def braised for a long time

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    Really good tsukemen (dipping noodles). Ramen was ok but the dipping noodles are delicious. Similiar to what I had when I was in New York.

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    Ask the Community - Ramen Taka

    Is the gyoza Vegeterian? If not, is it pork?

    Are they accepting DoorDash pick up orders?

    Yup. Just choose pick up on the door dash account.

    Does your vegetable stock contain mushrooms? (for vegan Ramen)

    Yes

    Gluten free options?

    No gf ramen that I could see, but their appetizer and salad might be: edamame, takowasa, umekyuri, seaweed salad, green salad, ra-yu yakko (tofu).

    Are the noodles vegan? Do they have egg?

    Not if you do not request

    Do they offer any vegan ramen now?

    Yes they do...

    Temporarily closed? Anyone know the dates, please?

    Closes for a few hours during the mid afternoon- opens again for dinner.

    Are they open on Tuesdays? I've been calling but no response.

    This is really common to what is going on at these Japanese restaurants that just wont pick up calls..... 1. They are not taking reservations or to go order.… 

    Do they have an option of chicken instead of pork as protien?

    In terms of ramen, pork is the only real option. However, their Chicken Karaage and Spicy Chicken Karaage are musts EVERY time we eat at Ramen Taka.

    Is this place open on 4th of July?

    No, they're closed today. Kumaku Ramen in Japantown is open.

    Do they still have the ramen burger?

    I dont think so, atleast recently since i've been i didnt see that option

    I want to take some friends on a Friday night for dinner (~7-8pm). Is there usually a long wait at this day and time?

    Yes there is.

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    First time coming here, I love a good ramen…read more Prices are typical for Bay Area ramen shops. A nice selection of different options, though I didn't see anything really exotic like black garlic that you see at speciality ramen places. We ordered the umami Brussel sprouts and shishito peppers as appetizers. I really enjoyed both - they were well flavored and I kept wanting to eat more. Some of the shishitos were a little odd colored though - we wondered what was up with that! They could have been grilled/roasted a little longer in some cases to get that edge-of-burnt touch, but we still very much enjoyed them. As far as the ramen itself, it was fine. As an overall meal, it was pleasing enough. Compared to all the ramen places I've been to, it was mid-tier - not disappointing, but lacked the depth of flavor and umami that makes you want to drink all the broth when you know you definitely shouldn't health-wise. The spiciness was pretty mild, I got the low sodium version, so it wasn't salty. I sampled my daughter's regular sodium (same dish) version, and it may have been a touch saltier, but the lack of flavor depth/layers wasn't just salt thing. It's like the best ramen chefs know how to create an amazing broth to die for, and most places just kind of have a typical flavor that seems to lack the magic of the best broths. So overall, a good experience, but not my go-to ramen place based on my first dining experience here.

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