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    Santa Barbara Craft Ramen

    4.1 (775 reviews)
    ModerateRamen, Sushi Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Vegetable roll
    Celine P.

    It was such disappointing ramen. I have been here a few times and first time severely disappointed. The noodles were bloated and soggy and drank up most of the broth. The ramen did not have the same umami it used it. It feels watered down. The addictive savory mouthfeel is not there. I keep drinking the broth hoping I'm mistaken but it certainly needs more salt or something. They seem to try to compensate with over piling with toppings, but the serving size was too much as well. I couldn't bring myself to finish jt.

    Pork Belly Bun
    Adrienne O.

    Okay so, though my husband may have ruined me w/ Shin-Sen-Gumi in LA (all locations)... we both agree that had we never known about LA Ramen, we definitely believe that Craft Ramen in SB would have and continues to be very delicious. The Ramen is super yummy, broth is solid and the pork belly buns are delicious! Service is great, ambience has a cool hip sidewalk cafe/patio ambient vibe. Definitely recommend and will be back again!

    Vegetable Ramen
    Janelly N.

    Perfectly located near downtown, this made for a quick dinner near our hotel. For a Wednesday night, the restaurant was fairly full but we caught the end of the dinner rush so the place quickly mellowed out. Restaurant has heaters for the chilly evenings. Food came out quick and staff was very friendly. Ordered the vegan karaage which I believe was made out of seitan due to texture. The outside was perfectly crisp but it tasted more like a vegan nugget to me. Still tasty. I opted for the veggie ramen which has some odd toppings not gonna lie (dried cranberries and brussel sprouts) but the flavors merged so well and the milky base wasn't super thick as some can be. I added some chili sauce and it was the perfect balance. I would definitely order this again.

    Red ramen with pork and pork belly, added egg and chili paste.
    Jennifer H.

    Amazing! The takoyaki was the perfect texture and taste. The karrage was moist and tender with a great flavor and the dipping sauces were really flavorful. The hamachi jalepeno dish is so fresh and the flavor profile is delicious. The ramen was incredible. Big portions of meat, great broth and very filling. The staff is very knowledgeable and attentive. Loved it all!

    Cat N.

    We visited Craft ramen after a few years, the flavor has improved, tasty broth and large bowls we enjoyed it and will be back Service is great, we were there on a rainy weekend, and it was busy, The patio is dog friendly Good atmosphere, casual setting

    California roll
    Stephanie O.

    Stopped by this ramen shop on a Saturday in Paseo Nuevo in SB and it was so good! It was chilly outside after walking around and spending some time at the farmers market so ramen was what sounded great for lunch. There's outdoor seating only but plenty of heaters to stay warm. We ordered the following: - shoyu ramen with pork shoulder -- so good; light broth but flavorful; loved the texture of noodles; came with bamboo shoots, spinach and green onions and a soft boiled egg. - original tonkotsu ramen with pork shoulder -- soup flavor was so good; had cabbage and green onions and soft boiled egg; pork shoulder is super tender - California roll -- pretty standard; rice was a little stickier than my preference but still fresh; generous with their wasabi and ginger when we asked for me Friendly staff and fast service! Will definitely come again

    SB Craft Red Ramen
    Caroline C.

    Solid ramen spot! The broth was rich and the pork belly was tender and flavorful! The noodles were thicker and chewier than a typical ramen noodle but I liked them. Service was quick, and it's a casual spot good for lunch!

    SB Craft Black Ramen with pork shoulder
    Hyun Jin J.

    First pitstop in Santa Barbara. We sat in the outside patio area which I have to say smelled like dog pee from its proximity to the street. Very unfortunate first impression. The food was actually not bad. The broth was very rich and creamy, and the noodles were pretty good. However, the pork belly was way too fatty. It was just a giant piece of lard and I couldn't really eat it... made me feel a little sick. But the pork shoulder that my husband got wasn't that much better tasting, so honestly wasn't impressed with the meat. The broth was probably the best part. California roll was OK. Nothing special. This place is great for a quick Ramen fix in the area, but I wouldn't write home about it.

    Shrimp Roll
    Rose L.

    Food was mid, service was really bad, ambiance was okay. We sat at the table at the end near the street at 7pm, we were seated after 5 min of waiting. Two other parties had their propane tank heating lamps fired up, waiters didn't ask or offer. Order was taken 10 minutes within sitting down. We got 3 sushi rolls and 1 takoyaki. My partner enjoyed the takoyaki and I agree that it was a great value for $8 and flavorful as well. The shrimp roll was very ricey and not worth $10. The Haley Street roll was good and looked delicious as well. The Crunchy Roll was his favorite. The ramen was okay. It comes with spinach, bamboo, nori and some green onions, you have to order the egg on the side for an extra ~$3, bringing the total to $22ish. It wasn't amazing, very salty and the waiters didn't offer to refill our water in the hour, I had to go up to request. Overall, it cost about $80ish after TT. Wouldn't come here again but it definitely has the ramen monopoly in the area.

    Spicy SB Craft Red Ramen
    Coco G.

    Tried their poke bowl with salmon for the first time last night--(usually at a ramen place I stick to the ramen). Glad I did! Salmon super fresh--vinegar and sesame flavor already added, with white rice and mixed greens. I requested wasabi and ginger on the side, added a splash of soy sauce, and that just made all the flavors pop. This place is reliably good for quick service and yummy food.

    Reta B.

    Came to this Ramen place but should not have. Its whatever and pricy, noodles not cooked properly.... I had the vegan/vegetarian plus added an egg which was more cooked than the rest. My husband, brother in law and sister in law got the one with the pork and noodles were hard and not cooked properly so they sent it back and took forever to come back. We had ordered the edamame which was probably the best there and we ordered another one and asked for less spicy for the kids, all they did seems like they added water to it which we didnt even eat. so waste money for something we didnt eat. had kids food, and it was rice with chicken. kids could not even eat it. Will not return and do not recommend.

    Original tonkotsu ramen
    Sandy S.

    Delicious ramen in SB. The yuzu shoyu broth was so good. I thought the yuzu would be subtle but it was stronger than I thought but was good. My first time having yuzu in my ramen. The noodles were chewy and didn't taste like packaged ramen. The best part was def the thick cut of pork belly! Was a bummer that the egg was not included. For a ramen place that should be a must. Service was good and loved the seating space and al the heaters.

    James ..

    Came here late on a weeknight and it hit the spot. The shishito peppers were delightful and ramen was great as well. Packed with flavorful broth, the noodles were just right and overall pretty tasty. Service was fast as they were about to close within the hour however they were very nice and made great suggestions. It's in a great location to even just get some drinks and apps to start your night and can finish at one of the many bars located next door.

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    Are eggs used to make the noodles?

    Do you have to do reservations?

    First come first service for weekends and holidays

    Is there any MSG added or any MSG in the Food? Does their meat or chicken had antibiotics ? Thank you

    MSG - Yes, Antibiotics I would have to get back to you sometime tomorrow? I would ask my provider. Sorry for any inconvenience.… Read more

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    Took my husband here for his birthday & date night with our baby in a stroller and they were really…read moreaccommodating. They seated us outside facing the beach but at the end so we weren't too crowded by other tables. Everything we ate here was good but we HIGHLY recommend the Crazy Rich Asians rolls. So worth the market price. We might just make it a tradition to visit here every SB trip.

    Nice views of the pier!…read more Grabbed dinner with the wife on our way home from our honeymoon. We were craving sushi and this place right across from the beach was the perfect spot. They seated us fairly quickly, putting us at a table between the last guests and an upcoming reservation which was perfect for us. We started with some miso soup which was pretty good. The blistered shishito peppers not so much. When peppers burn their skin turns dark black and very flaky, not a very fun texture to chew on. Little bits of burnt pepper skin was getting stuck in our teeth and gums. We only ate a few and sent them away. We shared the salmon lollipops, basically a no rice salmon roll wrapped in cucumber with a stick in it so it looks like a lollipop. They were refreshing but not filling so make sure to order more if you get this. Katie got a Sunrise roll and I got the Crouching Tiger roll which were both really good. We also got a side of the garlic green beans which were fresh and very hot. Our server was very nice and we had a great experience overall here. Prices were reasonable also.

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    We came here for a late lunch as we saw it holds Michelin Bib…read more Sweet: great menu options. So many tasty choices. We ordered the Vietnamese chicken wings and braised pork noodles. Both very delicious. The wings were all flats so that was a plus alone. Full of good flavor and very crispy. The noodles were delicious as well. I recommend both. The restaurant is decorated very nice and the server was attentive. Sour: the restaurant was very clean but it bothers me so much when some places have a designated area that flies like to circle around that tends to be near the bar. I wish there could be more control to prevent that. I did really enjoy the meal but the portions were small. If it wasn't so good I would almost say the prices weren't worth it. You can definitely share but I would get at least 3 options for 2 people. My husband and I weren't that hungry so it was a decent amount since it was such a late lunch and we were thinking about getting something else shortly after. Overall I hope we are in town again soon as there are other things I'd like to try.

    The chicken wings were absolutely amazing - if you do nothing else, order those!!! The Vietnamese…read morestyle was my favorite. The shaved bok choy and duck salad was SO good as well!!! The duck was excellent, and didn't feel too fatty - it was perfect. The drinks were good as well - had the spritz. Our servers were so polite and friendly, and honestly just felt like we were around friends. I like that this place, like many jn Santa Barbara, pays their staff a living wage and so you end up with a more authentic interaction that doesn't feel forced. The aesthetic was beautiful - perfect for a lunch date or for a dinner before sunset. Open air seating, beautiful decor, overall a lovely experience!

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    3.9
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    Outdoor seating
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    incredible food and awesome experience will be back a+ experience…read more really appreciate the kind service. great ambiance.

    We were passing the area when we decided we needed some lunch. I found this place on yelp and…read moredecided to give it a try. It was an open layout that had plenty of seating inside the restaurant. The decor was moder, but not overdone. We were greeting and pointed to a table but that was it. We realized there was a QR code on the table and we could order our food on there. It took a little while to get our food even though no one else was there. I found it really odd to not even be told to use the QR code to order or be informed of anything. Stewed beef noodles with Ramen- 9/10 My husband ordered this and I tried some. The broth was delicious. Rich and flavorful but not overbearing. The noodles were cooked perfectly and the meat was tender. The bok choy was a needed touch. My husband ate the whole bowl and wanted a second because was so good. Certified Angus Beef hot pot- 8/10 I ordered this with the tom yum broth. I didn't know it was a creamy version of the broth until it was served. I'm not mad about it but it wasn't in the description in case others are dairy sensitive. The broth was flavorful and really delicious. I will say that the beef was tough and it a typical cut that overcooked very quickly in the broth. I'm not positive it was Angus beef grade. I just now realized it was missing the lotus root but gave me zucchini instead. I was also missing my quail eggs. If I didn't read the description to know I was supposed to have them, I would've missed that too. Overall, the food was delicious but the service was 1 star for sure. We were never checked on and the waiter only appeared if we pushed the call button. If you can overlook the lack of customer service, the food is really delicious.

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    Three of had a wonderful experience here a few nights ago. We made a reservation and only waited a…read morefew minutes to be seated We ordered a wonderful bottle of sake. We also ordered soft she'll crabs(delicious) a wonderfully prepared plate of sushi, including eel and unagi with quail eggs Many other wonderful dishes. Our was knowledgeable and suggested some excellent items. We left not full but satisfied and very pleased with this establishment.

    Sun Sushi is located in a nondescript strip mall on State Street, but their food is mostly really…read morefresh and delicious. The miso soup was pretty "meh", but the salad with its miso dressing was tasty, as was the shrimp and veggie tempura; nothing outstanding, but on point. The pork-filled gyoza were also fresh and delicious. The "Bluefin tuna 6 ways" was outstanding: each presentation highlighted different cuts of the fish and each one was delicious and a bit different, really good. My girl had some green tea mochi she liked; I tasted it and it didn't do much for me, but... Wine pours by the glass are generous and reasonable, and the service was just fine, courteous and attentive. This is a small restaurant and it can get kind of noisy and crowded, but that's also a testament to the fact people know how good this place is. If you're a local you probably know this, but if you're a visitor (like we were) be sure to check this place out if you're in Santa Barbara and craving really good Japanese food. Recommended.

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