The managers may not understand but these workers make sure the consumer is taken care of and…read morealways on top providing S-tier service

I really enjoyed this Ramen spot. The spicy garlic edamame was delicious. I got the vegan ramen and…read morethe broth was good as well as the ingredients. A little feedback on this ramen is it's described as having broccolini and it came with regular broccoli, not a huge deal but they should fix the description. My freind has the black garlic ramen and the broth was really tasty as well. They serve Saki in a cool glass that keeps it chilled. The interior was well designed and clean! They have a big bar top with chairs as well as table seating and an outdoor patio. The staff were friendly and helpful.

The food was so delicious. I fell in love with the food. The service was amazing, the waitress kept…read morechecking in with us and made sure everything was good. The ambiance was so chill and friendly, the only problem was one bathroom which I understand you can't change it.

We came in for a late dinner while in the area. I've had it bookmarked for a while so it was…read moreserendipitous that we happened to be in Vista for a birthday party just around the corner. The restaurant is small, cozy, welcoming and aesthetically pleasing. It isn't well suited for larger parties as most tables are tables for 2 unless tables are pushed together. They do have patio seating and heaters outside, but it didn't appeal to me being so close to the street/loud traffic. Gabriel checked us in, seated us, took our order, served our food and waited on us for majority of our visit, I would give him 10 stars just on his impeccable service. The food though? The food was AMAZING!! Everything we ordered was the best we have ever had anywhere. The buns were very kawaii (and we ordered ever single one to try). The fillings were savory, but we also loved their seasonal panda bun with ube filling while the kids preferred the nutella bunny. Best chicken karaage we've had by far, the coating almost tasted like it was rolled in kinako powder. The ramen broth was "chef's kiss" with so much flavors, the crab rangoon were jumbo and the filling was delicious, but the chicken katsu was also the best we have had anywhere (including Hawaii). The breading was just top tier crunchy while the chicken was thick and juicy. There isn't one bad thing I could say about this place, from the service to the food, I would make the drive out here again. Super duper, highly recommend, don't sleep on this little place, you'll regret it!

Conflicted between 4 star and 5 star. Here is why…read more Fried chicken amazing. Fried jalapeno poppers, high satisfactory. Fried rice good. Noodles high satisfactory. Chashu, amazing. Only problem was the ramen soup. My wife tried the chashu miso Tonkotsu. I tried the tsukemen. First of all, the salt content of the soup was not properly adjusted. Like I don't think it was intentional because some people prefers low sodium. It was way out of the range low. Second, the soup felt watery. Like when I eat tsukemen, I need the soup to get better entangled with the noodles and it fell off thy noodles. And my wife's soup felt a bit flat. I still settle for 5 stars cuz everything else except the soup was awesome. But soup just fell short for me.

Located in Poinsettia Village, this place successfully satisfies those Ramen cravings…read more Went for dinner tonight (Thursday) around 5:30. Only 2 small parties dining in. Was greeted when we walked in. The black walls & somewhat contemporary design made the place a bit warm. The server who seated and helped us was friendly & helpful. There were many various dishes on the menu, aside from the good array of Ramen, to choose from. But tonight we were craving Ramen. We ordered the Spicy Garlic Edamame, Garlic Bomb Ramen, Ichitaru Ramen, and the Tsuke Men Ramen. The Edamame came out in a timely manner but we had a much longer wait for our Ramen. We were glad that we didn't have any plans afterwards. When our Ramen finally arrived, it was wonderfully presented and we all enjoyed what we ordered. The Ramen was delicious. Hearty, warm, full-flavored. The noodles had the perfect bite. This place is a good addition to Poinsettia Village.

Yelp! review #15 of 2026 Visit on 16 March…read more Dropped in around 7pm with a party of 9, including several meat eaters and one vegan friend. The place wasn't too busy but had decent reviews, so we decided to give it a try (for the win!). They were able to accommodate our large group with seating, which was really appreciated. Once we sat down and placed our orders, things initially seemed fine. But then the service slipped. When I asked for water, they only brought out three cups, just for the kids. We had to ask multiple times before my wife and I finally got ours. Most of the food arrived, but my eldest daughter's meal was completely missing. After we inquired, it took another 15 minutes for it to come out. It really felt like they had forgotten half our order. The fried rice and broth arrived even later. On the positive side, the food tasted fresh and was genuinely good overall. What really stood out negatively, though, was the staff's response every time we said "thank you." Instead of "you're welcome" or "no problem," it was always just "Yep!" It came across as dismissive and disrespectful. While the food was solid, the service and basic human interaction need real improvement. If I'm ever back in the area, I'll probably look for other options.

If you're in the shopping center and need a quick salt fix, Ten Gu Ramen is fine--but if you're a…read moretrue ramen enthusiast in North County, you already know there are better bowls within a 5-mile radius. It's "mall ramen" at premium prices. The value is the biggest sticking point. Charging nearly $19 for a basic bowl--and then tacking on almost $4 for an egg--feels steep when you compare it to the local competition. At Wu Lan, you're getting a more complex bowl (like the Mega Pig) for a better price point. It's the place you go when you don't want to deal with the crowds in Carlsbad Village or when you're already doing errands on Vista Way. It's clean and the service is fast, but the food itself is unmemorable.

Harumama Ramen is one of my favorite ramen spots! The broth is rich, the noodles are perfectly…read morecooked, and the portions are generous. What really made our experience exceptional was Joseph. He was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome. The atmosphere is fun and welcoming, and the adorable character buns are just as delicious as they are cute. Thanks to the amazing food and Joseph's outstanding service, I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

The food was sooo good, tasty, flavorful. Vegan noodle…read moresoup- the spinach noodles and creamy coconut broth and so many yummy veggies are the best way for me to get my daily veggies! The adorable chicken bun was delicious. Service was friendly and efficient! Ambiance was perfect for the 5 of us, including a baby. We sat in the back section with other families. Definitely will go back!!

I wholeheartedly agree with a lot of the yelpers on here. I got to take the team out for a great…read morelunch here today. It was absolutely amazing. For $25 you get a starter (think edamame, marinated cucumbers, dumplings, etc.), a choice of Chicken, Pork or Beef, and a soft drink. It also includes all the dipping sauces, broth, rice and vegetables. Everyone loved that you could customize it to their own liking and it was just a fun experience cooking together with everyone. Definitely will come back and it was an awesome value at only $25 a person.

I want to start by saying that I very much enjoyed eating at Tabu Shabu. It's very fair to state…read morethat my three star experience is mostly my own doing more so than the restaurant itself. Our server was fantastic, the setup clean, and the menu was fairly easy to navigate. Where it fell apart for me all came after that. This is not my style of cooking. So many places I've been to, where you cook your own food on a grill or hot plate at your table, you're mainly dealing with thin cuts of meat, salt and pepper, and possibly a dipping sauce. This makes the cooking simple, a quick sear, a light crust on the beef or pork, and the finished product is basic and delicious. Shabu, though ... it's boiled meat. That's not to say that Tabu Shabu isn't good, but unless you're really adept at making soups, it's easy to be completely out of your element. And I can safely say I was a bit over my head at this restaurant. You start with your broth, where I am ashamed to admit that instead of opting for the Tonkostu with its deep and rich fatty flavor, I chose the basic umami of the White Miso. Because of that, I spent most of my meal mistakenly chasing flavors I would normally find in a Ramen Shop. They give you a plate of chopped herbs to add and some basic instructions ... I like garlic, so I added the whole thing, radish sound alright, so add in the whole ball, what was the last thing I put in? They give you a few squeeze bottles of oils with paper labels ... this one makes it more sour, this one makes it more spicy, this one has sesame, and I'm too timid to add enough of any to truly add to the flavor of the broth, so it just keeps that basic umami flavor without being as salty as it should be. Then you have a plate of vegetables to steep in your creation. Cabbage, broccoli, spinach, bok choy, tofu ... all of it serves as a way of soaking up that broth you've made. Other options, like the carrots, mushrooms, and squash, become sweet and tender after taking their turns in the pot. And they're nice as they offer a different flavor other than that umami. And then there's the meat. A wide variety of options ranging from salmon, to chicken, to pork, all the way down to multiple versions of beef. But, all of the meats we ordered seem to differ only in texture after spending some time in that broth. Some fell apart on the tongue, some still had a nice chew, but all shared that umami from the pot, with an aftertaste of beefy flavor before swallowing. After a few initial pieces, I found myself thankful for the dipping sauces to distract me from how boring I had made my broth to be. You also get a choice of rice, which I don't think you really need. You get a choice of noodles, which they give you a good amount where it doesn't fill you up with carbs. And anything left over is readily bagged up to eat at home after the flavors mix together and mature. In the end, it's a very filling and fairly healthy meal. I think it's difficult to not compare this to eating a bowl of Pho or Ramen. All the ingredients are there, just instead of eating it with a spoon, you pull out the individual bits with some chop sticks and pretend you're not eating boiled beef and spinach. If I were a better cook, or had another ten visits worth of practice, Tabu Shabu could easily be 4-5 stars. As it is, though, I think I would rather just go to GONZO and get another chef's creation to be sure of the flavors I want. Regardless, I want to come back here and try again one day. The variety of options and the wait staff alone are enough for me to learn more and expand my Shabu options, as well as recommend this place to others.

Cute & delicious!…read more I'm rarely out this way, but loved dropping in after having it bookmarked for months (years?!) The space is clean and nicely decorated. Great choice for a solo lunch, like myself. The menu has all the hits, so I went with the BST ramen. I loved that it came out piping HOT. Super hot!! It really kept its warmth for most of the meal too, this is such a clutch part to good ramen many restaurants overlook. Flavors were amazing. Service was friendly and prompt. Will definitely return for more of these solo lunches!

Ramen Mik in San Marcos brings tasty and fresh Japanese Sapporo style ramen to the San Marcos area…read more With this being my first visit I always love to ask the server their most popular dishes that customers love. For small bites she said the Pork Gyoza is the most popular appetizer so I had to try it. The pan fried edges made for a wonderful texture as well as the pork filling. Definitely a great way to start the meal. For the my main entree she recommend I try the BST signature ramen that features a Sio Tonkotsu Base with Black Umami Garlic Oil. For a first timer at Ramen Mik this was an excellent choice with its rich, creamy broth surrounded by fresh garlic, stir fried vegetables, green onion and ginger. The noodles were fresh and had an excellent bite to them. It was a very tasty bowl of ramen and I recommend trying the BST. Overall great first time experience at Ramen Mik as service was great, plenty of seating and parking making it very accessible. Can't wait to come back and try their other dishes such as Japanese curry, beef bowls and tonkatsu.

We were on our way to San Diego and stayed in Carlsbad for couple of days and dined here!…read more This restaurant truly sticks to the full "campfire" experience within its name. You are first greeted with a campfire smell as soon as you reach the entrance, and indoor the cooks and the staff along with the seating build on this ambience. This the campfire food, we ordered the broccoli in-house specialty which was truly great and filling alone for 4 people. We also ordered the Ribeye, with the $18 side of gratin potatoes which were great and campfire style. We also had the fish of the day which I recommend skipping. The staff went over and beyond with the service. If we ever come back, we would not get the ribeye and fish again though. Will likely get the broccoli again and try the chicken "campfire style".

Another great review for this place Definitely lives up to…read morethe hype and everything we ate here was delicious but I have to say the broccoli is a standout and def hands down the best I've ever had .. oyster were fresh and well flavored.. shrimp was tasty but on the spicy side.. my steelhead trout was delish. Cocktails were good n classic. Mocktails were overly sweet for my liking Service was prompt Only thing is that the indoor restaurant had poor circulation, we were there around 6pm and it was warm and there was no air even when they opened the windows and bathroom was unkept