Hokkaido Ramen Santouka

We drive up state quite often and to say that we go out of our way to eat here would be an understatement. This whole establishment is an experience, Mitsuwa is definitely a place to stop when you’re hungry. The Hokkaido Ramen at this location is pretty small, sometimes seats are hard to find as it gets packed, but the food is *chef’s kiss* This combo is our favorite, from the broth, to the egg, the salmon and rice. It’s like a warm hug. We often day dream about coming here regularly. We’ll definitely be back to try the other combos. Highly recommend!

So I’m leaving this review because of the quality that I received on a delivery order. I ordered their miso ramen that has three size options. Small, medium and large. I chose the largest size. When I received my order my soup was quite small. But because of delivery and packaging it didn’t bother me. What bothered me is that the soup only came with one piece of chashu which is the protein that is served with the soup. I ordered the largest size options and receive one small piece of meat? To be honest it was insane and it immediately ruined my appetite. Will not be ordering from here again. Absolute rip off.

I had the spicy miso ramen and here is my feedback on 3 items: 1. Broth was delicious, rich, and not too spicy. 2. Noodles were thin, cooked right and tasty 3. Meat was out of this world, very tasty and soft!! The egg was well done, too.

If you want a ramen that’s not too salty and strong in flavor this is right place to be. They have different sizes to choose from; I got a (small) Spicy Miso Ramen. I enjoyed it! It was $14.34.

We love Mitsuwa and always enjoy spending time there, and lately we’ve been eating at Santouka. But yesterday, there was a very rude manager behind the counter who was assisting the cashier. We were confused about the combo and asked the cashier for help. The cashier didn’t know the answer and called the manager. The woman responded rudely, snapped something at us, and walked away. That’s really not acceptable. Next time, we’ll probably eat somewhere else. The food itself is always delicious though - we especially love the miso ramen and the rice bowl with salmon and fish roe. The combo menu chart is really confusing! It definitely needs to be redesigned in a simpler, more user-friendly way.

If you’re a fan of Japanese ramen and find yourself near New York City or New Jersey, this is a must-stop spot! On our road trip from Boston to Florida and back, we made sure to stop here both ways. While their prices are a bit higher than nearby vendors, the place is always packed with customers — a true testament to its popularity. We especially loved their combo options, and the noodles tasted incredibly authentic.

First time trying natto! I had the C combo with a small salt ramen and natto over rice. The flavor of the ramen is nothing crazy but hits the spot.

The food is amazing. However, the only reason I gave them three stars, but I would give them less only because of there to go containers. They’re to go containers have been the same since I’ve been a little girl. They’re very cheap cardboard and plastic containers and I’ve had multiple times where whether someone’s going to pick it up or I’m picking it up myself. The soup will always spill somehow whether a bump in the road or something because The container is not that good so the lid I guess opens a little bit. I don’t know, but it’s not fair that I always have to have a large chunk of the liquid spilling out.

This restaurant is embedded inside Mitsuwa and is very popular since most of their combo options were sold out when it came to the soy sauce ramen and soup flavor. At first I thought everything is sold out but then when the cashier said miso and spicy miso were available, I was very happy. I then quickly ordered combo B Sake & Ikura Rice Bowl, which includes grilled salmon and salmon roe and a bowl of ramen in medium size. You can order these combos in small, medium or large. There are many choices and combos you can pick with different soup flavors. You can either order it to go or dine in. I chose dine in and the order came pretty fast. They give you a receipt and a ticket number to be called upon. After getting the food, I found the grilled salmon and salmon roe very pristine with the salmon roe nicely laid out on top of the rice. The salmon roe is very crispy when you bite it. The juice immediately bursts in your mouth leaving it kind of salty. The salmon was in flakes and went really well with the rice. Rice was a bit soft and sticky but it was still pretty good. The ramen in miso flavor was a bit salty but in an addicting way that gets you hooked to drink the whole soup broth. Noodles were cooked really well, not too soft or hard. It came with a hard boiled egg that you can put in the ramen. Very fresh and seasoned well! I will definitely be coming back for more of their other combos!

Whoever takes orders should get fired. It literally takes him 5-10 minute for each single person in the line to get ordered. The kitchen is even faster than him. He is blocking the flow and making everyone wait for an hour. The line got so long that got to the bathroom and it didn't move at all because of him. They should just replace this kind of work ethics with the ordering machines.

Stopped by on a rainy Saturday- perfect weather for some ramen! There is always a line at this place , however have no worries! They work supper fast to get the orders out! When you order you can choose to go or dine in ( I have done both , and I recommend dining in) Tip: as you place the order go and try to find a seat! Ordered : spicy miso ramen & spicy miso D combo! My partner really enjoyed the chasu rice bowl Ramen was tasty! I personally think the eggs are a little over cooked , I just have a personal preference for a soft boiled egg. Good ramen on a rainy day!!

I've been to this location of Hokkaido Ramen Santouka anytime I am near Edgewater, NJ. The line can be long at times to order, but it usually moves fairly quickly. Anything you order will be delicious. After putting in your order, you wait for your number to be called. There is plenty of seating and if it is crowded, then you just need to wait and keep your eyes sharp looking for a table. The ramen is always delicious and always my go to among all the stalls at the food court. The broth is delicious and flavorful. The noodles and components ratio is on point and I consume everything that is in this bowl. The ramen was $11.95 each and definitely worth it. Highly recommend you to try this ramen spot if you haven't done so already.

Santouka is one of my favorite comfort ramen chains and I wish they would open up a location in NYC, seeing as they already have three locations in Boston. The stall in Mitsuwa is pretty small and casual, compared to their restaurant locations. They are also missing some menu items, which I am assuming is due to space constraints. My usual order is the Combo B with spicy miso ramen ($20.45 for medium). It comes with a grilled salmon and ikura rice bowl and a soy marinated egg, along with a bowl of spicy miso ramen. If you prefer to focus on the noodles instead, the Toroniku ramen ($15 for medium) is also a popular choice and features a plate of the most tender sliced marinated pork jowls around.

Came here for dinner on a Saturday night. This place always seems to have the longest line at among all the food vendors at Mitsuwa. I ordered the combo that comes with the spicy miso ramen and mentaiko over rice. The ramen was pretty good. I wouldn't say it was the best ramen I've ever had but very solid. I thought the pork could've been more tender (maybe it was the piece I got) and I usually prefer when the soy sauce marinated egg has a softer gummy yolk. The broth itself was spicy but not overly spicy. The mentaiko over rice was interesting. I've never had mentaiko before so I wanted to try it because I usually like tobiko and ikura. It was served with chopped up hard boiled egg as well. The mentaiko had a similar taste and texture to tobiko but creamier. It was not as salty as I expected so I found the combination of the rice, egg and mentaiko a little bland and one note. Overall I thought the food was good. I'm not rushing to come back here but I would try the other things on the menu the next time I'm at Mitsuwa.

Food (3/5): The spicy miso ramen we got was ok but nothing spectacular. There was very little meat (2 slices) relative to the other ingredients. Definitely lower mid quality ramen for a somewhat high price ($19 with tax). Service (4/5): Not particularly outgoing or friendly but the food came out reasonably fast. Ambiance (4/5): This is part of the Mitsuwa food court which has lots of seating but because of how busy it is, seats may be hard to come by. Overall cool and convenient vibe though.

I've recently become obsessed with ramen, and I am going to different restaurants to try to find my favorite ramen place. This is hands down the best ramen I've had! I've recently become obsessed with ramen, and I am going to different restaurants to try to find my favorite ramen place--this place so far takes the cake! I got the Melty Roasted Pork Ramen with Miso Broth and it was so flavorful. The meat was perfectly cooked and tender. The broth was so delicious. The noodles were perfect! On a cold fall day, this really hit the spot! The food was ready pretty quick which was nice! I loved being able to eat it at the Mitsuwa Marketplace, as I also got a really good drink from the market. I will definitely be coming back for that ramen!

Best ramen in NJ. Have been here countless times whenever in NJ area, love the broth consistency, thickness and flavor. Price went up slightly over the years but still worth it. Daily, even when mitsuwa is not busy, but this place has a line. Can get crowded and noisy during lunch time & on the weekends. But plenty seatings inside, we never had difficultly to find a place to sit.

Wonderful service and pretty darn good ramen at a food court but then you are really paying restaurant price. The broth is light and flavorful. The noodle is cooked just right. Pork is pretty cool too though I like them more char. The portion is kinda small for what you pay though. I got a large which was about $15 you get more noodle but not the other stuff. It's very convenient though if you you are shopping g there already.

Delicious ramen, received quickly. Lots of noodles and broth. I would love to see a chicken-based broth too.

Finally got to try this ramen place which was once named the best in Manhattan. I tried the spicy ramen. It was absolutely fantastic, such a rich and layered broth. It wasn't overly salty at all like some ramen can be. Usually I don't love chashu but it was delicious. Bamboo, chashu, chopped green onion, and seaweed proportion was on point. I'll be back!!

Hokaido Ramen Santouka Never underestimate a food court ramen, they are real fancy ramen with thick broth and fancy egg as sides. If you're feeling hungry, a combo set of ramen and rice bowl is best choice. Wait time varies from 30-60 minutes, listen to their calling your numbers and don't forget to show the small paper number while pickup order. Our order was: B-combo and shio ramen. B-combo comes with choice size of ramen and rice bowl with grilled salmon and salmon roe plus flavored egg. It was a perfect combo, but somehow too much for one person. So on the next visit, we only ordered the Large shio ramen, which was very perfect size and portion, the broth was perfect richness and strong dashi, and chashu was perfectly cooked and melt in your tongue, add some chili flakes and it's a perfect bowl for a winter weather. Totally recommended for any ramen lovers! 595 River Rd, Edgewater NJ 07020 Floor 1 of Mitsuwa Supermarket. daily 11.00AM - 08.00PM available inside the supermarket building. accessible for both parking lot around the building #hokkaidoramensantouka #ramen#preservefootprints

07.16.2023 @1:20p Love coming to Mitsuwa and my favorite is alway this spot Santouka for Ramen. Out of all the ramen place I have tried so far I still find this place the most tasteful, favorable and authentic.

Edgewater, NJ // A North Jersey staple. I've been going here for years and although prices have changed, quality is still . Food: Favorite is the shoyu ramen. Service: Wait will be long on the weekends. Pro tip: order then peruse the Mitsuwa Market or order more food at the different stalls for a buffet! Ambience: Food court seating. Seats are few and will seem less on a busy weekend. Mid-weeks are less crowded. Pro tip: order out, grab a blanket and google map your way to one of the surrounding parks.

Had visited Mitsuwa recently and what helps with a cold day but than a big bowl of ramen. I had visited on a weekday right before the lunch rush and thankfully there was no line yet. I have never had ramen at Hokkaido as there was always a long line. We had both ordered a ramen combo which was served with a small rice bowl with meat. We quickly found a table while waiting for our number to be called. The wait was pretty short. The ramen was so hearty and perfect for a cold wintry afternoon. The broth was so flavorful and the pork was so tender. But the broth was definitely the star of the bowl. Can't wait to go back again!

Another visit to Mitsuwa, another go at Santouka. This time I decided to try the new Jalapeno ramen with a char shu rice bowl. The Jalapeno ramen is I believe the Miso ramen base with slices of jalapeno. It's not bad but I'd still go with the Spicy Miso as the best ramen Santouka serves. The char siu bowl was drier than the Sahara. The little chunks of meat just had no moisture left and I was actually severely shocked at the quality of this. I just did not expect that sort of misstep at a stall that serves so much food. I had to drizzle broth onto the meat in order to make it palatable.

The ramen is perfectly salted and savory, but the line is way too long and it takes forever for the food to come out. I suppose if the point is to hang out and chat, sure, but otherwise, it is not worth the time to come here and wait. In addition, it is hard to find a seat. Nice place to go if you are checking out the Japanese supermarket in the building.

Best ramen ever. Im not a big fan of ramen but this place change my mind. We ordered salty ramen, it was so good that i didnt want to share with my husband cause we only there for limit amout of time so we ordered little this and that. The broth was so good so flavorful to the point that i dip one the rice thing we order into it. Noodle was great, chewy and soft. The piece of meat was so good as well. they flavor it and every bite u will taste the flavor. I highly recommend it.

This place is inside the food court for Mitsuwa supermarket, and it's a decent place to eat. The ramen comes quickly, and it's quite good. I got the miso ramen with the salmon rice. The broth was decent, and the noodles have just the right amount of chewiness. However, this ramen always makes me soooo thirsty afterwards, and I've definitely had great ramens that don't do this. The salmon rice, on the other hand, is delicious. The salmon rice is actually better than the ramen here, IMO. Would highly recommend trying the salmon rice here!

Waited for the self serve order for 15 min on a Saturday night. Seating area is comfortable. Ordering/ paying was efficient. We ordered melted roasted pork ramen large $16 plus tax. Food quality was great! Love the tasty soup base. Roasted pork was so tender that it melted in the mouth. Portion was reasonable. Ramen noodle texture itself was fair. Overall, definite will return!

I gotta say - I think this place got better than it used to be. I've been coming to mitsuwa for a while to enjoy the food court here and at some point I stopped lining up for the ramen here since it was always so long. I was really craving ramen this time and got my favorite bowl - the B combo with the Salmon Ikura bowl and a large shoyu (soy) ramen. While the line was long, it was not too bad because we were able to have 1 person claim seats in the cafeteria while the other waited in line. Once you order, it's not too long of a wait. The ramen was actually really good, chashu is standard, but pretty good at this price point, and the salmon ikura bowl had plenty of ikura! Totally impressed me and I will definitely start coming here again.

The noodle texture was good. But The flavor had a weird oil flavor to it that I wasn't a big fan of. My husband ordered the spicy miso which I liked more. Meat was ok. Texture was good. Flavor was ok.

Authentic ramen spot inside Mitsuwa food court with soul warming bowls of noodles. Very excellent.

Everything when in the area I try to make a visit here. Personally I really like the rich broth they have and the flavor. I have tried them all and today I got the spicy miso which is always great. The broth is very rich and honestly no overly spicy but just right. However I guess that would all depend on your spice level. Loved the Melty Roasted Pork, which is so flavorful and tender. Really melts in your mouth. The Miso Raman Pork is also another good one to have. Which also has rich flavorful broth. Tender pork. I have tried many items from the menu and all I have had have been very good. The only thing I wish they can be good at is the egg. This the only disappointment but I guess it's too hard and much work for a small spot that is relatively always busy.

Although the portions have gotten smaller, and I feel that the side salmon and roe on rice dish doesnt taste like it did 10 years ago, I still love it and want more of it.

Imagine having one of the best bowls of ramen you've ever had in your life on the banks of the Hudson River overlooking the NYC skyline, on the cheap and fast. Bliss!!! Can I stay here, like are there apartments in the back I can live in? I had the A combo with soy sauce broth and my life will never be the same, I feel bad for the next ramen spot I review.

Very disappointing experience. The melted roast pork is no good anymore. Salty, fatty and chewy!

Great miso ramen broth. The large was enough for two people to share. For the toppings, the pork and egg were just ok but the bamboo shoots were my favorite part. We got the salmon bowl set and the rice with roe was amazing! The wait time when I went on a Monday afternoon was about 10-15 minutes with just a couple people waiting

First time at this supermarket. Not a big fan of Ramen but this looked authentic, so I had to give it a try. I love the options of bowl size, the small was perfect for me. The menu was a bit confusing but the very friendly girl at the register was happy to explain. I got the char-su miso. The broth was flavorful, the char-su tender and delicious, and I dipped in the chili oil I ordered on the side. Noodles were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be back.

Second time back in months and trust me when I say this, it's the sole reason why many others and myself come to Mitsuwa Marketplace. Their Ramen no matter which broth you order is absolutely on point and flavorful. No wonder they're always crazy busy no matter time of day. Overall incredible Ramen at affordable prices. We came today earlier than their 11AM opening and already the line was 10 deep. Too bad I live in New York or else I would be here to three times a week.

This place was worth the hype! My mom and I ordered the A combo which was a small bowl of shoyu ramen that came with Negi rice and flavored egg. We were very upset and annoyed at first because we waited 25-30minutes for our food from a food court...BUT it was soooo good that I can't be mad any more. The shoyu ramen had an amazing broth and I loved the thin noodles. Flavor was 100% there and I loved the toppings inside. It was the perfect amount since it was paired with a bowl of Negi rice. It was a simple dish but honestly blew my mind and I could not stop eating it. Highly recommend trying both!!

I ordered the roast pork ramen and then noticed that they had a "melt in your mouth" version on a separate menu. That was a bad omen. There is only one way for roast pork to be served with ramen and that is for it to melt in your mouth. Well the roast pork that I received had the texture of rubber. Geezus man... Don't skip that last class in ramen school. Make the roast pork melt in your customer's mouth and if you want an A+ then sear it too.

Im currently traveling and I find myself missing this place so I decided to leave a review. I love how flavorful their broth is and how their flavored egg is always cooked to perfection. I will be going back as soon as I'm home for sure! PS. The ramen in FL sucks!

Ramen was delicious, a bit of a wait but worth it. The melty cha siu had less fat. Service was good. For COVID-19 precautions, the store separated clean pens from used pens. Would come here for Ramen again!

My order was never delivered within the window. I called about my food & the woman said it was never picked up by the driver. When I asked if they were keeping the food warm while they waited she said "not my problem." What a rude, unprofessional POS! I'm sure answering phones is what your parents had in mind for your future. Have you considered working at the DMV? How rude, unhelpful and completely useless you are. Your parents must be so proud.

Solid ramen and a massive line still here. Order on the Door dash or other apps for pickup and you can skip the line, and pick up. I like Doordash as they let me select uncooked noodles, which I could then take back home and make myself to avoid sogginess. Less pork than before but still delicious. Well packaged with a multilayer noodle cup with toppings in one layer and broth packed separately. Instructions included! I love the fact they have takeout now. Totally worth the extra cost imho. The sushi here still top notch and can get plenty of fresh fish and veggies. Still a bit more expensive than before but manageable.

Santouka is located inside the Mitsuwa Marketplace food court. Currently, due to COVID-19, all their packaging is for "take-out", but the food court is open to sit at. Once your order, you will be given a number and you will pick up the food when your number is called. Santouka used to be my favorite ramen place of all time, but their prices have gone up and the quality isn't as great as I remember it to be. I got the Miso Ramen in small. Small was not filling at all and it was around $10 with tax. It comes with only one piece of meat and some vegetables. The broth was extremely salty and since they no longer provide water (due to COVID-19), I had to go to the marketplace to buy a drink. $10 is pretty pricey for a small bowl of ramen that couldn't even fill me up. Pretty disappointed with the quality and the pricing, not sure if I will be back.

This is the ramen place inside the Mitsuwa Marketplace. It's a Japanese chain that has multiple locations in the US (many of them are in Mitsuwa Marketplaces). It's the best lunch place in the market and it's the best ramen that we've had in Northern Jersey. This is the stand that has already has a line in front of it, even on weekdays, before it even opens. You can't miss it. You can get basically any flavor of ramen - shio, shoyu, miso, char siu - in small, medium or large sizes, and pair with a number of different rice bowls. Everything tastes great, but my favorite is the shio ramen. They also have a special kind of meat called toroniku meat, which is melt-in-your-mouth pork cheek and tastes amazing. Also, the way they package the ramen for take-out is very sleek. You have one container with the ramen and all of the toppings separated by a little divider, plus one container with the broth. Mix it all together when you are ready to eat.

Trying to finalize a whole host of old review drafts, but yes-- my sister and I came to Mitsuwa for the first time a while back, and being the crazy ramen fanatic that I am, I knew I just had to give this place a try. I got the Spicy Miso Ramen and wow! Can I just say that, that's a bowl of ramen done right! Nice firm ramen noodles, tender slices of cha-shu (braised pork belly), chewy kikurage mushrooms (black wood ear), and crunchy menma (bamboo shoots)... need I say more?! Plus, the broth was super rich and flavorful and the prices were affordable. Definitely one of the must-try spots in Mitsuwa!

Ordered Large Spicy Spicy Miso - heads up, do not order a large size and expect more meat. The thing came with two tiny slices of pork, which was a shame but now you know going forward. Other than that, food was pretty good.

If you're in the Mitsuwa supermarket and want to eat in the food court, I highly recommend giving this place a try! The ramen noodle soup can be purchased on its own or you can get a combo which comes with the ramen noodle soup + a bowl of rice with choice of a topping. Topping options are char siu pork, scallions, salmon roe. I ordered the spicy miso char siu ramen bowl. You can choose small, medium or large. The ramen bowl was so good! The broth is not overly salty like in many places. The broth is rich and packed with Unami flavor. Even though mine was spicy, it was only mildly spicy but it had a nice kick to it. The char siu was very good too. The only thing lacking is the egg. I thought all ramen bowls come with a soft boiled egg but apparently this one doesn't. Hubby got the combo. It came with the char siu ramen noodle soup, a bowl of rice and chopped up char siu and a side of hard boiled flavored egg. The char siu in the rice bowl was very tasty!

Get: Takeout Pork Miso Ramen A lot of friends highly recommend this place and they are definitely a famous nj ramen spot....BUT every time I come here, I think the ramen is A-okay. Nothing to write home about. I came here this weekend and luckily saw no line (usually the line wraps around a bit) so decided to give it another try. All the ramen is takeout although there is now a small section in the food court by the wall where you can sit and eat. There is plexiglass set up between tables so that you are separated from other patrons. I will say their takeout game is awesome! The way they package the noodles in a separate container that doubles as a top for the broth is genius. I like that all the add-ins are packaged separately as well. Broth is okay, not that flavorful but noodles were the right consistency. I enjoyed the meal because it had been a while since I had ramen since the pandemic started, but I've definitely had better ramen in NJ. I'd eat here again if there is no line but in my opinion there are tastier things at the Mitsuwa food court.

Love the ramen here. They are so rich in flavor and the portions are generous. Our go to ramen is the spicy miso ramen and miso ramen. They even offer combos which comes with a small bowl of rice with different toppings: Combo A: Negi rice Combo B: Sake & Ikura rice bowl (grilled salmon and salmon roe) Combo C: Fermented soy bean Combo D: Char Siu (pork)

Good noodle place in Mitsuwa supermarket in Edgewater, Nj. They have great noodles and they have some smaller dish as package. I usually get their food often if I am visiting Mitsuwa during lunch time. It can get crowded on the weekend, but great on weekdays. I recommend this place. I like Miso Ramen there.

Good comforting ramen! I love that they have combos for a very affordable price. A large combo can feed two people very well. I usually get the large spicy miso ramen B combo (fish roe over rice). But unfortunately they did not have it this time, so I settled for natto rice. Santouka Ramen is a must try spot when you visit Mitsuwa!

Best spicy miso ramen in Nj. They increased their price tho. But still it is a long line. During weekend, there always a crowd and hard to find a seat. We ordered take out a lot and sometimes dine in. I highly recommend try the spicy miso ramen and salmon roe over rice.

My favorite ramen place! Everytime I make a trip to Jersey, I go to Mitsuwa and Santouka and wait in that long line, and every time, it's worth it. Now with COVID, they pack everything in take out containers. I honestly don't know why they never offered it before because they are really killing it more than ever. Tons more people probably order from them now. My go-to is the melty pork in any of the broths.

Oh how happy we were to dive into a steaming full-flavored ramen, with plenty of char-siu pork slices and their signature pickled plum on top. We've been dreaming of ramen during the pandemic shutdowns and now that we were fully vaxxed and places have opened up more, we went straight to Mitsuwa marketplace to fulfill our cravings. And we were not disappointed! Same high quality, same great flavors - I am glad they survived and appear to be thriving as well. Stay strong and stay for long - we have a lot of ramen to make up!

This place continues to be on top, I have tried countless of ramen restaurants and this is my absolute favorite. Located in the Mitsuwa supermarket, the trip is worthwhile considering all the goodies this market has to offer. It's self serve and the ambience is not fancy or anything. I have ordered delivery and they package your ramen perfectly, always warm. You can find me here during Fall and Winter, it's a must. No one can beat the delicious miso ramen, the salt and spicy are good too. The combos with rice included are a kicker, if you're coming with a hungry appetite.