Men-Bei Ramen

This is the first time to dine in the restaurant. We ordered 3 items to share: a huge Omelette Rice, a curry rice and a ramen. Omelette rice was delicious, beef curry soup was different from others as it had only beef, no others. Ramen was also good. Good service, too. *We went there the second time and ordered different items. The beef fried rice was so delicious. We also ordered a different ramen and of course, a huge Omelette rice. Wonderful!

Lots of ramen places locally and this is one of them. To be blunt it's ok, it's not bad but it's definitely not something that I'd say is above average too. Broth is ok, pork is fine, it's basically ok. Gyoza was nice though. Pricing wise it's a tad high too but it's not too out of line.

It's a nice out of the way, ramen place. I have eaten here twice and I enjoyed the food each time. If you plan on going, get there early when it opens because it fills up fast! Parking is also limited because of its location. Traffic getting into the parking lot can be a problem at times because it is located very close to Costco. 5 stars for the cost of the food and portion size. Enjoy! Service can be slow, when only 1 waitress.

Take away the trend and take away the frills that are present in many of the modern ramen restaurants. This restaurant represents the fundamentals of what makes a great Ramen shop. My family had three different soup basis -- Shio, shoyu, and the house. All were pretty tasty. The fried rice was just as good as the soup! Go for the combo you won't regret it. We'll be back when we're in the area.

Foods are delicious. Omelet eggs fried rice is pretty good.. Ramen add spicy make it even more delicious.:) Parking is good. Linh’s recommended 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Perfect little spot for genuine ramen. Creamy vegan broth was bowl to mouth good. Avoid the lunch crowd from 12 noon to perhaps 1 pm. They close between 2:30 pm to 5 pm. There was nobody when I came in at 11:30 am but everybody started trickling in right at noon. The place was starting to get packed just as I remember it being crowded years ago when I last visited.

This is our second time here, but I think it’s safe to say that this place does not disappoint! The portions are generous, especially the GIANT omelet rice. The yakisoba was so delicious and their ramen (not pictured) is flavorful and yummy! The service is great and my toddler even loved dining in!

Ramen actually wasn't very good. Broth was not rich nor tasty and vegetables were overcooked. Shouldn't be any lettuce. Presentation was nice. Service was friendly. House special Men-bei ramen was ok. Chashu pork was too fatty. Actually, the best was the nicely seasoned fried ramen wish was a generous portion. Combo $15.95

I just got back from Japan, and discovered my love for ramen. I was greatly missing that experience, so on a recommendation, I went to Men-Bei hoping to quench my appetite. Yes they serve ramen, but my quest came to an abrupt halt shortly after we entered. When we walked in, there were some Japanese folks leaving the place, talking to what I assumed was the owner. This seemed like a good sign! Once seated, I noticed some audio that was playing in the kitchen. It was at that level where you could hear it, but couldn't quite figure out what it was (TV show, YouTube, Music?). Soon after, the owner came out to greet us, she was very pleasant, and things started looking up. Then one of the cooks came out and started watching a TV show(?) with his cell phone on full volume in the dining area. The atmosphere then took a dive into 1 star territory, ugh. Still buzzing from our recent return from Japan, we ordered what we were craving for the last week. I got the Moyashi Negi, and my wife got the Gomoku Ramen. The first bite for both of us left us missing Japan even more! First off, the broth was watered down and lacked the complex flavor we fell in love with. Salt please! Then the ground pork bits tasted like they were boiled in water with no spices. In Japan,that pork was so perfectly cooked and seasoned, that it added that extra salty, spicy deliciousness this ramen was lacking. So the ramen and broth were both underwhelming. The only reason why this review didn't dip below 3 stars,was the Gyoza. The Gyoza was delicious, I would almost come back just for this if it wasn't for the distracting atmosphere. I'm not ever coming back, but that's my opinion, choose for yourself!

We've visited this restaurant a few times in the past and have always been satisfied. However, this time, we left feeling disappointed. My partner can't eat much, so we decided to order the combo meal $20, which included ramen and half a fried rice. We didn't do this because we were cheap; we simply don't like eating leftover rice. The older lady waitress informed us that we couldn't share meal. I thought I was in Japan, sharing meals is not allowed there. There's a minimum order of $15.95 per person. She also mentioned that we could pack food to go if we couldn't finish it. We ended up packing 80% of the fried rice home. The older waitress was extremely unfriendly and hostile throughout our visit. I asked if I could pack the leftover myself, but she rudely refused by saying "NO" (her tone was so mean loud) and took my dish to pack.

I've been coming to Men-Bei for a long time, and it's never disappointed. The ramen is consistently delicious--especially the house special spicy, which I highly recommend. You can never go wrong pairing it with a side of gyozas either! The service is always top-notch. The owners are incredibly welcoming and truly great people, which makes every visit feel personal. The ambiance is cozy--it's a small spot, but that just adds to its charm and makes it feel like home. If you're craving authentic, flavorful ramen with a warm, friendly vibe, Men-Bei is the place to go!

If you're looking for Japanese food and you want good portions, Men-Bei Ramen is the place to go. I ordered an Omelette rice which is basically fried rice wrapped in a scrambled egg, and I am not kidding that this dish was about the size of my head. The ramen that my friend ordered was also large. The service was fast and responsive, and the ambiance was a clean and simple.

Really good food and price Portion size is so impressive. Honestly a hidden gem in the bay.

Stopped by on a Sunday for lunch. We were seated immediately as it wasn't busy. Service was quick and friendly. Cute little space with some tables and a bar seating area. We ordered the gyoza, Omurice, and Men-Bei ramen. Portions were huge considering the price. The Omurice was DELICIOUS. Each grain of rice was perfectly wok fried. The outer layer of egg was so thin and didn't overwhelm the rice. It was literally the size of a football. Easily enough for 2-3 people. The Men-Bei ramen was tasty and the broth wasn't too salty. Super reasonable prices, huge portions, and delicious food. What's not to love? I will definitely be back to try their other dishes.

Fast and friendly service all the time! Ordered two mabo ramen and one moyashi ramen in addition to fried rice. Enjoyed our meal as normal.

I was here a few months ago on my trip to the Bay Area, and I can't believe that I totally forgot to write a review. We stopped by for a late lunch on a weekday (around 2pm), so the restaurant was pretty empty by that time. The workers were super nice, and the service was good. It did not take long for our foods to come out. We had to order the Omurice and the spicy Men-Bei Ramen. To our surprise, the portions were huge, especially the Omurice. I really did not expect the Omurice's portion to be that much (probably enough for 3-4 people), so it totally made it worth the price. The Men-Bei ramen was rich and super flavorful, and all the toppings were really good. The Omurice came with a soup, and it was easily the best Omurice I've ever had. The entire meal was super tasty, and we had a ton of Omurice leftover to bring home. I would totally come back here again next time I'm in the Bay Area and order even more. You really can't go wrong with this place.

My wife and I have tried Men-Bei Ramen several times over the years. Parking is never bad because the parking lot is connected to Costco's. *Shoyu Ramen: Noodles in soy sauce flavored soup, topped with slices of pork, 1/2 boiled egg, cooked cabbage, bean sprouts, & green onions. All ramen prepared in meat-based broth (3/5). *Shio Ramen: Noodles in clear soup, topped with slices of pork, 1/2 boiled egg, cooked cabbage, bean sprouts, & green onions. All ramen prepared in meat-based broth (3/5). Though, if i am really hungry, I'll splurge and get the... *Shio Ramen + Half Sized Fried Rice: Fried rice with pork, ham, egg, & shrimp. Congratulations on serving the community since 2014!

I ordered the stamina don and my friend ordered the curry rice. We both agree that this may be some of the best Japanese food we have ever had since coming back from Japan. In addition the service was amazing. If I could give this place more than 5 stars I would.

Great food, gigantic portions. Fried rice was heavenly. Great, kind service. Affordable. Great atmosphere. You need to come here!

The staff were super friendly and welcoming. We got the miso ramen, fried rice, hiyashi chuka, and gyoza, and honestly, everything was delicious. The ramen broth was flavorful and comforting, with noodles cooked just right. The fried rice was simple but so tasty--like something your mom would make when you're craving comfort food. The hiyashi chuka was cold, refreshing, and perfect for a hot day. And the gyoza is crispy outside, juicy inside. It's not over-the-top fancy, just really solid, yummy food that makes you feel good. Definitely coming back!

Disappointed that they stopped serving the hiyashi-chuka ramen. They said no one orders it and they lose money because the ingredients go to waste. Minus 1 star. The spicy Men-Bei ramen was okay. The fried rice, though, was excellent. Lots of wok-hei flavor. And the dish was huuuuge - enough for four people. Service was friendly and the kitchen was quick. Would come back

Went on Sunday during lunch time and got seated right away. There were a few other parties already and the restaurant filled up more as we dined. The restaurant is located in a plaza separate from the nearby Costco so parking's not too bad, but it can be busy trying to get in. We ordered the moyashi ramen and the hiyashi chuuka. Hiyashi chuuka is only offered in the summer. It was refreshing, sweet and tangy. I appreciated the fact that the wasabi was put on the side so you had the option of mixing it in. I've had their tonkotsu ramen here before and it was good as far as ramen goes. In comparison, the moyashi ramen lacked the same depth to the soup, but there were lots of bean sprouts. They have other dishes than ramen. Would definitely return to try their other dishes!

Updating my previous 1 star review. I can now say I am quite a regular customer. The 1 star review had to do with them not keeping to their hours of operation, but since I have been back many times for the Fried Rice. It's one of the best in the area, and you get a mountain of food for a fair price. Also, the chefs and front of house are very kind and very nice. I can say without a doubt they've turned my 1 star into 5!

Best Japanese food I've ever had in the Bay Area. Friendly service and cozy environment. Definitely would go again. Strongly recommend gyoza and deep fried chicken.

Small restaurant in Costco parking area that serves excellent food including ramen, Omurice and other Japanese-Asian food.

Excellent family owned Ramen restaurant. Great service! The food was superb! Enjoyed the lunch special Miso Ramen(spicy) and 1/2 fried rice. Added in a Gyozo. Everything was perfectly cooked. Close to SJC airport by the Costco. Will definitely return next time I visit San Jose.

This is officially on our list! I was looking for a place that served omurice, and this came up on my search. From the clanging of the wok that we could hear in the kitchen, we knew it would be good. It sounded good, and it tasted even better. The boy loved it too, and he's become somewhat picky when it comes to fried rice, so he's our official seal of an approval. I'm sure there are fancier omurices out there, but this is a convenient location for us right next to Costco.

What a great little ramen house close to the Costco on Coleman Avenue near the San Jose airport. They have an excellent variety of Ramen and the servings are good size. They also have other Japanese dishes such as Donburi , fried chicken as well as fried rice. It's all very good and the portions are good. The pricing is very reasonable and the service is good. It's a small place with about 10 tables and it does get crowded during the week. Parking is ample and it's easy to get to. I definitely recommend eating here if you're a ramen foodie.

My mom and I came here to grab a bite to eat. I had been looking forward to finally trying their curry rice, which I had seen photos of here on Yelp, after trying their egg fried rice to go a few times. We had also ordered a side of gyoza. First off, it was my first time being inside the restaurant and it's pretty small and very clean with a capacity of 33 people so keep that in mind when swinging by. I got my plate of curry rice and my mom and I got our side of gyoza that we shared. The wait for our food wasn't too long since it was way past lunch time and there weren't too many customers. The curry rice was amazing! It's definitely up there with Demiya, very flavorful, very filling, had a nice kick to it since I got it regular. The gyoza was very nice with a slight crunch and didn't stick to my teeth like how a lot of places usually make it ( which I don't like ), i also like how the meat in the gyoza outweighed the veggies. The food at Men-Bei is on point, very consistent, hella delicious! 10 stars!

Decent ramen shop. This is a small restaurant. Indoor dining is available with a handful of tables. Clean and cozy inside. Waitress is friendly and courteous. Menu offers a good variety of ramen broth flavors, a few appetizers, and a simple selection of beverages. I like that this place was open on Sunday where some of the other ramen shops I frequently visit are not. There is a parking lot available for this plaza and the restaurant is conveniently located near two major cross streets: Coleman and Brokaw.

My friend and I came here after shopping in the area. It was raining and cold, and ramen sounded perfect. Based on the reviews, we decided to give Men-Bei a shot. We found it in a desolate area with nothing else open around it. The place is no frills and they had one little old lady serving the whole place...which isn't very big. All the tables were full and she sat us soon after one table opened up. I order the Men-Bei ramen, which is #4 on their menu. I upgraded for $3 to the large size and got it spicy. Our order came really fast and it definitely hit the spot. Like I said, no frills, but the place was good with good service.

I found out about omurice earlier this year and have been looking for a place that serves it. Their portions are massive and the price is fair for what you get. The food was flavorful, well prepared and attractive on the plate. I'll most likely go back and try some of the other items on the menu. The server was efficient and polite.

Small and cute ramen place. Hubby got the Men Bei ramen and I got the Vegan ramen. The broth for the vegan ramen was described as rich and creamy and boy was it creamy, more so than I would have actually liked. But the taste was pretty good. I was surprised that they had fresh veggies like lettuce and cherry tomatoes in both ramen, something that we don't usually see in other ramen spots. But it didn't phase us and I appreciated the fresh crunch of veggies. We came on a weekday lunch and it wasn't busy at all. The server was so nice and was very attentive. I'm always drinking water constantly and she was kind enough to refill my glass whenever it got to half empty . We even got Hi-Chew candies as a treat after paying.

It's different. That's the best descriptor that I can give for this ramen. It doesn't have that kind of "creamy" texture / color / taste you'd find with tonkotsu ramens in the bay area, but it's still good? The visual presentation and choice of ingredients look questionable at first but it does work in the end. It's really a ramen that plays with your senses I guess. It makes you feel things, but you're not sure what that feeling is. Again, it's not bad ramen, it's just different. And maybe that's what you need in your life - a little more variety. Variety is the spice of life after all. And this ramen definitely has that. Also service was great! It's a mom / pop shop from what I've gathered. Not the kind of millennial trendy, but old-school oba-san kind of feel.

I've always wanted to try omurice/omelet rice, and this is the closest place to me with it on the menu. I ordered a large just in case the serving was small. The serving was huge and there was enough leftover for a couple of meals. The next day, I ended up adding more ingredients to the fried rice to make it more of a stand-alone meal. The omurice is filled with fried rice made of pork, ham, and shrimp and wrapped with a thin egg omelet. This is a basic omurice and different from the kind sold at Kichi Kichi in Osaka, which is made with a beef demi-glace sauce in the rice and on the omelet itself. The next time I'd like to try their ramen

Foods are delicious. Omelet eggs fried rice is pretty good.. Lots of selections to choose from. Ramen add spicy make it even more delicious.:) Parking is good. Linh's recommended

Excellent. Everytime. This place is tucked away in a congested parking lot but it is so worth it. I work in the area and the work crew gets this place at least once a month. Excellent ramen. Excellent karaage. But most of all, the owners and staff are the friendliest people out there.

Awesome Ramen! I love the vegan Ramen with spicy on the side. I'm a Ramen lover and this one tops the list. Enjoy!

I feel quite validated giving this place another shot right before a Costco run: I returned to give their curry ramen a try and my brother got their yakisoba. Overall this place is a keeper and deserves more traffic than it seems to get; definitely recommend it if you're in the area. Picking the right menu item is a bit tricky, but they have plentiful portions of goodness. The parking lot itself is currently in a connection mess due to construction, so there's a massive detour to get to Costco currently (however parking for the restaurant plaza itself is perfectly accessible). Just beware if you're planning on a simultaneous Costco run like I do. The Curry Ramen could afford to have some more toppings (it's not much to look at), but it's a considerably heavier broth with the added curry. The curry roux components were very finely chopped so what you end up with is a much smoother soup base than I expected with a great flavor and body to it. The Yakisoba was not too greasy or salty, but had a fantastic fragrance from the moment it was set on the table. I definitely liked the pickled ginger on the side and the healthy dusting of seaweed. Don't try mixing the yakisoba with the curry ramen soup though. Curry flavor be too strong.

Finally was able to try this place and I wasn't disappointed. The place itself is a cute small setting, not very many chairs and tables but worth the wait if you have to and the service was great. We arrived at 715ish and they let us know the kitchen closed at 730. The hours show they don't close until 9pm so not sure if the hours online are incorrect or if that was just a one time thing. Food was delicious, gyoza had so much flavor being super crispy on the outside while maintaining the moist on the inside. Edamame were perfectly seasoned with sea salt, Cha-Shu (pork belly) was perfectly sliced, tender and delicious. I rolled it adding the spicy mustard, bean sprouts and marinated ginger and it was perfect. Ordered the Men Bai Ramen and the Umani Ramen-both spicy and delicious. Next time I want to add wontons to the men bai. Egg was cooked to perfection.

8/29/21 We stopped by Men-Bei Ramen for dinner since it's so close to Costco, but at the time, the line for Costco gas was ridiculously long. We got a parking spot right in front and inside it was not busy at all so we were seated right away. The table we sat at was super wobbly. Under the table legs, we saw that someone had put paper napkins under it to try to stabilize it, but that obviously didn't work...We asked the lady if we could switch to sit at the bar and she said it was okay. As we switched tables she helped bring the menus there and brought out two glasses of ice cold water with lemon in it. There was a good variety of dishes, but we were both craving ramen: 1. Regular wonton ramen (mine) 2. Spicy wonton ramen (his) Before the ramen came, we were also given a small plate of edamame. It was lightly salted and a nice little snack before our meal. The ramen came out in big bowls! The smell of the soup was very fragrant. There was a lot of noodles and the dumplings were yummy! I enjoyed my bowl, but it was kinda bland. I liked the spice level from my boyfriend's ramen; it looked really spicy but it actually wasn't. I would definitely come back and maybe get a spicer ramen or try out their curry. I saw a few of those come out from the kitchen and it looked and smelled delicious!

Some ramen places has that certain "Japanese" flavor and this place has that splash of it. Their broths are tasty, not heavy or oily. Mainly, there are Ramen, rice dishes and some side dishes. Spice levels available to select. There is Saporro or Asahi beer in the large bottle. Sake available, too. Couple of outdoor tables. Friendly server lady with a beautiful Japanese accent that put the sparkles on this "to the point" ramen/rice joint. Next to the airport. Lots of parking.

A solid ramen joint right outside of Costco. While their ramen is, admittedly, *not* some kind of 18-hour labor of love, it's cheap, it's got big portions, and it's a decent price for what you're getting! My girlfriend got the miso ramen, while I got their men-bei ramen, which I'm almost certain is just the miso ramen with a little bit of fried garlic to spice up the broth a bit. For ~$14, it's honestly quite the steal, getting two big pieces of cha shu, menma, a whole egg (!), and some extra accoutrements that I forget at this time. Overall, it satisfies the casual ramen itch without breaking the bank. It's a solid 3.5, but I'm rounding up to 4 because the lady who works there is really sweet and polite. --- sweet: cheap, filling ramen bitter: broth and noodles not as complex as other places.

Everything I've tried is delicious. Their fried rice is especially tasty. Their service is always courteous and helpful.

Came back to Men-Bej Ramen to try the Shoyu Ramen. Another great dish. This time I got the Large for a extra $3 charge and it was worth it. I also got it extra spicy for $0.70, also worth it.

Number 4, the house special, is excellent. If you are not into burnt garlic flavor try number 3. Everything we got was excellent. The owners are attentive and the service is great. Definite gem here.

Last time we were there was pre-pandemic. Lots of new ramen pop up since. We went back tonight because of the Fried Rice. Noodle texture is still a strong suit. Taste like ramen I have all over Japan. However, broth is a bit salty and pork a bit tough. I would still pick Men-Bei over Orenchi in Redwood City anytime and any day. Happy repeat customer.

Yea they have ramen, it's good. Lots of option Shio, Miso, Shoyu, vegan spinach noodles but the fried rice is so damm good! Get the ramen and fried rice combo for your 1st time and then I'd recommend my favorite Mabo ramen "Noodles in soy sauce flavored soup, topped with Mabo tofu (tofu & ground pork cooked in spicy sauce)". Small mom & pop restaurant right near the airport and Costco, but always worth the extra drive.

Portions are LARGE for the rice dishes. the omelette rice probably could've served 4 people. the Beef curry rice definitely could serve 2 both came with a bowl of soup. if you love Garlic, the Menbei ramen is yum yum yum! the standard ramen is good too ice water here is fine (not weird/sad like other restaurants) small place. probably could only fit 2 tables of 6 + 3x4 tops? location: behind mcdonald's

I was in the area and decided to stop by MenBai for the first time. I'm going to first highlight the upsides: 1. Customer service: there was one older waitress/host for the restaurant and she was incredibly sweet and kind. Props to her! 2. Cleanliness: the place was pretty damn clean. Inside and out! Now for the real deal: Their food is a NO GO for me. Sorry but I only give 2 stars when I know I won't be going back, and I know I will not be back at Men Bai. We ordered the house special ramen and Yakisoba dish. 1. Noodles were stiff, thin, and pretty flavorless. Tasted almost like instant ramen noodles unfortunately. Same noodles for ramen and Yakisoba so both dishes were disappointing. 2. Ramen broth was ehh. A little watery for me. 3. Asked for extra veggies with the Yakisoba and they just put an excessive amount of onions, it was pretty sad. Overall, don't recommend for food but I feel bad because the hostess super nice - thanks for the great customer service!

Men-Bei is a wonderful, nice, and cozy establishment with all the wonderful service that you would expect from a Japanese family-owned place. The folks here are so friendly and courteous. Food was excellent and while it seems to favor quantity over quality, the food is still very delicious. Yes, the portions are HUGE. The omelet rice is like the size of a football and as big as most peoples' heads. The ramen is flavorful and filling. Generosity in their service and their portions make this place a great place to go if you're really hungry.

The waitress was really thoughtful. My bf & I sat in the back corner, but she tried to let us know that it's best to sit by the door because there's no AC. She did her best on explaining since she had little English. She sat us where there was small table fan. The food quality was really good and food portion was good.

I usually come to this restaurant because of the personalities of the mama-san and papa-san. This is the kind of place that always reminds me of the importance of this kind of atmosphere . The handmade Shu-mai run out quickly, so it is best to call ahead of time. For some reason, I always order an Omu-rice every time I come here, but I have never finished even half of it.

Such a hidden gem. THE SHU-MAI IS EVERYTHING. My boyfriend and I were driving all over the place trying to find some place to grab dinner from, then suddenly he spotted Men-Bei in the plaza, & was all .."........" so we walk in with the inital intention to only check their menu. We ended up ordering a Spicy Miso Ramen, Shu Mai, and a Calpico for take-out. And they had the food ready in 0.05 seconds. No kyap. THEY'RE ON IT IN HERE. And as you can see, we had to dig in as soon as we got in the car. Would highly recommend.

A solid ramen spot if you are close to the airport. The ramen is very traditional and excellent. Decent portions for a reasonable price. Overall, i had no complaints about the place. There is alot going on inside the ramen you get an egg, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, chashu pork, green onions, and fish cake. If you like alot of different elements inside a dish then you will like this ramen.

This reminds me of the old -chool ramen houses in Los Angeles. Non-pretentious, good food and huge portions, reasonably priced. They have the best omelette rice - haven't had that for a long time. Highly recommended!

This is a cozy family establishment close to Santa Clara Caltrain station. Came here on a Friday evening and was able to snag a seat without any wait. Service was welcoming and pretty quick. Tried the house special Men-Bei Ramen. It had a rich garlicky broth, well cooked noodles, egg and pork slices. The portion size was decent for about $13. Got the broth at the regular spice level, but you can get it extra hot for a small charge(strange, but nbd). 9/10 would go back again!