"The noodle-inclined people in your life will appreciate that you can choose between Thai and Japanese-style noodles at this Bernal Heights restaurant. It’s a casual yet always busy spot where you can build your own ramen bowl with options like chashu or crispy pork belly, kikurage mushrooms, and fried tofu, and eat it alongside some khao soi, pad thai, and pad see ew. You’ll probably need several visits to get through their large menu of seasonal specials and starters, from beef udon noodles to deep-fried chicken wings and corn tempura. This place is small and doesn't take reservations, so prepare to wait." - lani conway, julia chen 1, ricky rodriguez