Best Ramen in San Diego (2025)
BESHOCK Ramen East Village
Ramen restaurant · San Diego
Sake master Ayaka Ito’s lively ramen-and-sake bar balances lighter tonkotsu and creative bowls with a smart sake list. Featured by Eater San Diego and voted Best Ramen by San Diego Magazine readers, it’s a downtown staple with true Japanese roots.
Yakyudori
Japanese restaurant · San Diego
A late-night Convoy stalwart where Hakata-style ramen shares the spotlight with charcoal-grilled yakitori. Frequently cited by San Diego Magazine and beloved by industry folks for thin noodles, rich broth, and old-school izakaya energy.
Izakaya Masa
Izakaya restaurant · San Diego
Mission Hills’ long-running izakaya pours silky Hakata tonkotsu and comfort plates in a snug room. Recommended by Condé Nast Traveler and singled out by San Diego Magazine for classic broth with San Diego late-night charm.
Karami Ramen
Ramen restaurant · San Diego
Small, independent shop built around tori paitan and spice-forward bowls like habanero miso and Thai shoyu. Included on Eater San Diego’s ramen map; locals praise its friendly service and value.
Buta Japanese Ramen
Japanese restaurant · San Diego
An indie favorite near USD turning out garlicky tonkotsu, golden curry ramen, and crisp karaage. Recognized in local news roundups of Yelp’s California Top 100 Ramen; a personable team and student-friendly prices add to the appeal.
GONZO!
Ramen restaurant · Carlsbad
Family-run and proudly local, this Carlsbad ramen bar riffs on tonkotsu with its Black, Red, and vegan Green bowls. Highlighted by Axios and top Yelp rankings; expect rock-and-anime vibes, warm hospitality, and serious broth.
Sunshine Kitchen
Japanese restaurant · Oceanside
A friendly Oceanside counter-service spot where comforting ramen shares the menu with poke and plates. Noted in local coverage of Yelp’s Top 100 Ramen in California; generous portions and vegan choices make it a North County go-to.
Ramen Mik
Japanese restaurant · San Marcos
Japanese-owned North County duo focusing on Sapporo-style miso with Hokkaido noodles. Praised for staying close to tradition and for welcoming service; a solid stop when exploring inland North County.
Nozaru Ramen Bar
Ramen restaurant · San Diego
Independent neighborhood ramen bar with creative, spice-forward bowls and a gluten-free noodle option. Featured on Eater San Diego’s ramen map; small room, big personality, and a loyal local following.
Underbelly North Park
Ramen restaurant · San Diego
CH Projects’ ramen counter helped define San Diego’s modern ramen era. The Belly of the Beast bowl and strong beer list anchor a lively, design-forward hangout covered widely by Eater and local critics.
