Ramenwell

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Ramenwell

Ramen restaurant · Mission

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3378 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94110

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Ramen bowls, Japanese sides, beer, sake, and soft-serve desserts  

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3378 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94110 Get directions

ramenwell.com
@ramenwellsf

$20–30 · Menu

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3378 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94110 Get directions

+1 415 589 7680
ramenwell.com
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$20–30 · Menu

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The Best Ramen Restaurants in San Francisco | Eater SF

"Ramenwell is an excellent place to cozy up and eat some ramen in the Mission, and also offering some distraction-worthy plates such as panko-encrusted chicken katsu. Slurp up the chicken tantanmen, treat your friend with gluten sensitivities to gluten-free pork ramen, or vegetarians can order a bowl of the Mushroom Lover ramen — there’s truly something for everyone. (And don’t forget to add on soft serve if you can!)" - Dianne de Guzman

https://sf.eater.com/maps/best-ramen-san-francisco
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Michelin Inspector Field Notes: May 2019

"Couldn’t help but double down on this softserve swirl." - Aaron Hutcherson

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/features/michelin-inspector-restaurant-notes-may-2019
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All About the New Ramen Restaurant Replacing Ken Ken in the Mission - Eater SF

"Ramenwell, a new restaurant from chef/owner Harold Jurado, is on its way to take over the location, opening as soon as this summer. Jurado made his way to the Bay Area, where he’s been opening cafes at Google for Bon Appétit Management Co., from Chicago, where he lead the kitchen at popular (but now-closed) Yusho. He grew up in the food industry, his family running a Filipino restaurant, and he later opened Chicago’s trendsetting Chizakaya and was the opening chef at Jellyfish. Now fully installed in San Francisco, his forthcoming restaurant will focus on ramen with just a few appetizers. One mainstay will be tantanmen style ramen, made with chili and sesame oil. Jurado will renovate the Ken Ken space somewhat for Ramenwell, but the emphasis will be on food above atmosphere. With a beer and wine license, he’ll also keep things simple in terms of beverages, hinting at some soju or sake cocktails on tap down the line. Stay tuned for more on Ramenwell as SF’s ramen-friendly summer season approaches." - Caleb Pershan

https://sf.eater.com/2018/4/27/17281714/ken-ken-ramen-ramenwell-mission-replacement
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Ken Ken Closes, Will Return as Ramen Shop From Chicago Chef - Eater SF

"But when a ramen door closes, a ramen window opens: According to a liquor license transfer, a new business, Ramenwell, will take over the space. That’s owned by Harold Jurado, a Chicago chef now living in San Francisco and working at Bon Appétit Management Company." - Caleb Pershan

https://sf.eater.com/2018/4/9/17215484/ken-ken-ramen-closes-chef-harold-jurado-opening
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Mission District warmth with range: hearty Tokushima-style pork ramen, a standout chicken tantanmen, plus vegan and gluten-free options. Recommended on Eater SF’s ramen map and validated by recent hours, it’s inclusive without compromising depth of flavor.

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cantik

Google
Tried the pork ramen here and found it to be a mixed experience. The broth has good, rich flavor that shows the kitchen knows what they're doing. My main issue was the abundance of pork scraps throughout the soup, which made it quite thick and heavy - not as smooth as I'd prefer in a ramen broth. Limited menu options, so keep that in mind. The space has a casual, authentic feel with an open kitchen where you can see the chef cooking. Got a friendly smile from the kitchen, which was nice! Service was adequate - nothing exceptional but no issues either. Worth trying if you're nearby, though there might be better ramen options elsewhere in the area.

Austin Robles

Google
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ I recently visited RamenWell in the Mission, and let me tell you — the food did not disappoint! 🍜✨ ⸻ Neighborhood / First Impressions 🏙️ Walking up, the area looks a little rough around the edges, but trust me — once the food hits your table, you’ll forget about everything outside. ⸻ Appetizers 🥟 • Edamame: Perfect balance of salt and softness. • Bao Bao Fried Chicken: Generous portion, crispy, and paired beautifully with the kimchi. ⸻ Entrée 🍲 I ordered the Gluten-Free Ramen Bowl. At first glance, the noodles didn’t wow me visually — but one bite changed everything. The flavor was incredible, and the slow-cooked meat (20+ hours!) took the dish to a whole new level. Absolutely delicious. 🤤 ⸻ Customer Service 👩‍🍳 This is the one area that could use improvement. • The host/food runner spoke so softly it was difficult to hear. • The waiter wasn’t very attentive, even though the restaurant wasn’t busy. Nothing major — but tightening this up would make the experience perfect. ⸻ Atmosphere & Crowd 👥 What I loved was the mix of people: • Friends catching up • Families enjoying dinner • Couples on dates It felt warm, welcoming, and diverse. ⸻ ✅ Final Thoughts If you’re in San Francisco and craving ramen, make sure RamenWell is on your list. You won’t regret it. 🌟

mirinda james

Google
Pork ramen is delicious, rich and filling. They give you a ton of meat with it. Asahi beer was also delish and pairs well with it.

Moorissa Tjokro

Google
I would give 4.5 overall - but Google doesn’t have halves! Hands down the best pork bellies and the spiciest ramen (choose the Souper one if you dare, and like). Love coming back here every month!

Jenny Xu

Google
Came here for a friend catchup and we got seated and had a reservation beforehand. Good: - The ramen came out very quickly - I got the classic ramen bowl - The portion size was good - I was very full by the end - A nice place to catch up - it's got japanese izakaya vibes and more dimly lit Bad: - The soup was really salty so it felt like it was unhealthy to drink too much of it Overall this was a solid place to have an extended catch up and the ramen was quick and tasty.

Ruby Gao

Google
This place is so good. I love the mushroom ramen and the pork belly is incredible - I normally hate pork chashu in ramen but this is absolutely delicious. Their soft serve is also yummy

Neesh Shah

Google
Came here on a cold day and were blown away with some delicious Ramen. It’s a pretty small menu but it’s because the food is so freakin good, they don’t need fluff. I had the mushroom Ramen and I’m always nervous with veggie Ramen because I’m always left wanting more flavor but here, they know what they’re doing. Super flavorful broth, good toppings, just a knock out bowl of Ramen. Worth a trip!

Jenna Hall

Google
The pork in the ramen is SO good it’s glazed and so flavorful. Very hearty broth, perfectly cooked jammy center egg, delicious noods. You won’t regret going here for ramen!
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Doreen C.

Yelp
I loved this ramen place! I ordered the spicy ramen (forgot the exact name), and it was soooo good!! Some details about the ramen: the noodles were the perfect amount of cookedness and thickness, the broth was so flavorful, and the spicyness was the best part - perfect amount of a really spicy soup but still enjoyable. We also ordered the ube rice pudding and that was incredible too (would prefer for it to be a little less sweet though). Anyways, would definitely come back here! So glad I tried this place!
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Prem D.

Yelp
It needs reservation and they charge a buck for it. No parking , only street parking. Cozy small place with limited seating. They also have a bar where you can have your food if you are alone or just with a friend. We had Mushroom Lover Ramen and Vegan Ramen, we also our guest ordered pork ramen. All ramen were good and service was good biggest and very critical was all of the broth were just luke warm. Ramen needs to be served more hot than this, this was a big letdown. Pudding was good, Just right.
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Lauren C.

Yelp
Got there and joined the waitlist immediately by scanning the posters they have at the entrance. There were only 2 people in line ahead of us but the host said it would be an hour wait so we were in the process of making other plans then within 10 minutes of waiting we got a notification that our table was ready. We ended up seated at the bar and ordered two ramen bowls with spice level 2. They came within 5 minutes so once you're seated the great thing is you're not waiting a while for food. The bizarre thing was the edamame we ordered as appetizers came after the ramen but not a huge deal. The ramen itself tastes nice but has an overwhelming ginger-esque flavor, atleast my bowl did so I wasn't a fan of the broth flavor. The best part about the bowl is definitely their crispy chashu--order extra and thank me later. Overall, odd dining experience and would most likely only come back to order chashu a la carte.
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Katie N.

Yelp
Very impressed with the ramen here! I came with a group of people around 5 on a Saturday and didn't have to wait too long for a table. However, I recommend checking the wait beforehand cause they don't have much seating. The ramen was really well executed. Good portion sizes and broth flavor was delicious. They ask for spice level and I would recommend airing on the side of higher if you like spicy. Our waiter said a 6 was extremely spicy so I tried a 4 and it wasn't very spicy at all. Good flavors. One note for the company, I thought the placement of the bathroom was a huge oversight. If possible I would recommend doing something about that so the bathroom line for the single bathroom doesn't distractingly line up in the center of the restaurant.
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Ruby C.

Yelp
My friend took me here for food after we went to Holey Moley. It does get pretty packed later in the night. It is a hole in the wall spot! Almost missed it when we walked by. Bonus points of them having a Michelin star! Signature pork ramen - 8/10. The broth is so flavorful. The size is more than enough. I was so stuffed when I left. The staff was great in advising the spice level. Note: book a reservation online, saves you the headache in case it does get packed and you don't want a super long wait.
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Sara H.

Yelp
Very cute spot that you can walk into without a reservation on a weeknight for dinner. I was a little confused at first since there were 6 empty tables but they would only let us sit at the bar, but the bar seats are really nice so I didn't care too much. The server recommended us the following, and food came out super fast (less than 10 minutes). We tried the: - Signature pork ramen: felt like the pork could've been more tender and flavorful, broth was good but nothing memorable - Mushroom lover ramen: like the broth on this more than the pork ramen's, good texture on the noodles, egg was perfectly cooked and runny - Taro and dole whip soft serve: Probably my favorite and most memorable part of the meal (and I don't even like ice cream that much). The tartness of the dole whip pairs really well with the creamy flavor of the taro. Plus it's not that sweet. Honestly will be back sometimes just to get this
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Lindsay N.

Yelp
We were looking at places to try and decided on this place due to the many high remarks and it being apart of the Michelin guide. However, we were slightly disappointed. We came here during on a Tuesday evening and had no wait, but while we were there around 6pm, we started seeing more people walk in. We both got the signature pork ramen + corn. The pork chashu was a bit over cooked for me. I get the idea of wanting to have the outside have a bit of char, but the pork belly was more dry and tough (even though it was in a soup) than tender. We thought the ramen was just okay, not the worst we had, but not very memorable. Chicken katsu: the outside was crispy and juicy on the inside, however, because they placed it on top of steamed cabbage the chicken absorbed the aroma of the cabbage and had hints of cabbage. While I don't hate cabbage, I didn't want the katsu to taste like it. Overall, we we weren't amazed. The food is decent, but not good enough to make us come back.
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Tiffany C.

Yelp
Service was great and fast. Very welcoming once you get inside the restaurant. Seemed like people ordered the mushroom ramen which I do want to try next! The signature ramen was good with portions and flavors. It was a bit salty but overall a decent ramen spot.
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Susan B.

Yelp
Fun casual vibes with delicious food. The ramen's broth is thicker than what I usually get elsewhere, really rich. I picked the lowest level of heat while my friend the next level. I couldn't tell the difference between the two, both were delicious and not over powering. The takoyaki was my favorite dish, exciting textures and flavors from their toppings, and the ube rice pudding was really tasty. The chicken was crispy without feeling greasy. My friend ordered mushrooms, and we were surprised when it didn't come IN the soup, but it was literally a side dish of fried mushrooms. No harm.
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Enne Mae G.

Yelp
Easy reservation system, but you'll have to put a deposit per person ($5/pp), which will be applied to your bill. Also keep in mind, parking can be a little difficult as you'll have to find street parking, so allot for extra time if you have a reservation. Dined at Ramenwell twice and both times were delicious. The ramen noodles were thicker and perfectly cooked with a nice chew. The broth was tasty and complex. And I loved the substantial portion of pork! We also ordered a curry lunch special, which had a great flavor, but I'd probably stick with a bowl of ramen on my next dining experience at Ramenwell.
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Nora F.

Yelp
Cozy little ramen spot in the Mission. I like that they are separated by the front bar area and the back with seating, so you can actually have a conversation over dinner without shouting. Ordered small bites - dumplings and Takoyaki, which were surprisingly filling and enough for two people who weren't quite hungry. Not the biggest fan of the Echigo rice lager; will come back to try another.

Jennifer S.

Yelp
We had a late dinner here tonight and the food was so, so delicious. I have recently and sadly had to eliminate gluten from my diet due to a very surprising celiac diagnosis and the thought of giving up noodles was terrible. I read that Ramenwell did have a GF pork ramen and was so excited to try it. When it arrived at the table I was thrilled, between the amazing, rich broth, outstanding char siu, sweet corn and perfectly cooked rice noodles I was in sluping heaven. We finished our meal with a to-go ube, taro soft serve ( also delicious). I am so happy to have found this gem. Thank you crew of Ramenwell, you made my week!
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Ed U.

Yelp
I'm not much of a ramen connoisseur, but I've had the recent pleasure of having authentic tonkotsu ramen in Fukuoka where it was invented. That gives me some cred, right? Anyway, one thing I do know I'm not is a Mission hipster, so I'm not familiar with places like this that seem to attract them. I just stopped by mostly out of curiosity since I've walked by it dozens of times. The food menu focused on six different ramen bowls with seven appetizers. They also offer plenty of Japanese beer and premium sake to wet your whistle. I decided to try the $18.45 Signature Pork Ramen which boasts a 20-hour pork broth. There was a generous portion of pork chashu and kahlua pork, and that along with the black garlic oil might've added to the somewhat unctuous flavor. Most of the requisite toppings were present and accounted for (half-boiled egg, bamboo shoots, scallions, nori), though I wasn't thrilled with the excessively soft texture of the noodles (photo: https://yelp.to/NweS5F24H3). For no valid reason, I ordered the $4.45 Vegan Mac Salad, certainly tasty enough with vegan mayo, carrots, and scallions, though irrelevant given the noodle count already (photo https://yelp.to/KUWVAjgYqI). I must admit I was entranced by my dessert choice, the $5.95 Ube Horchata Rice Pudding, a generous portion and quite yummy with a dash of cinnamon (photo: https://yelp.to/NJagt6Ab1A). I'm curious about the Chicken Paitan and Mushroom Lovers Ramen options, so I'll probably come back sometime. That ube rice pudding will definitely hasten my return if just for a dessert pitstop. FOOD - 3 stars...pork ramen on the unctuous side but the dessert saved the meal AMBIANCE - 4 stars...more spacious than expected SERVICE - 3.5 stars...unobtrusive for the most part TOTAL - 3 stars...need to try the other ramen bowls RELATED - Exploring the Mission? Here's my collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2NHtst6
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Chelly C.

Yelp
Been wanting to try to spot for a while now. Went here for dinner on a Saturday around 6pm and got seated right away. Restaurant was actually bigger than I anticipated. My family and I ordered Takoyaki and chicken katsu for appetizers. The Takoyaki was good, nothing too special. But really enjoyed the chicken katsu. Chicken was juicy yet tender and the breading on was flavorful; would order again. As for the ramen, my daughter and I both ordered the Signature Pork Ramen. Noodles were nice and firm and the broth was flavorful. It was also a good portion and found the ramen overall delicious. Next time, I'll want to try the Souper Spicy Garlic one. As for my husband, he ordered the Chicken Tantanmen. Since he doesn't eat pork, it was nice to have another option for him to try other than the vegan ramen. Overall, If we're ever in the area again and craving ramen, we would come again and eat here.
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Yih R.

Yelp
A cute hidden joint off the Main Street in the mission. The place is quiet, intimate, and full of details. We ordered two different types of ramen. We loved both of them. The soup is very thick and flavorful, and the noddles are tender and smooth. But definitely it's not my favorite ramen place in the city.
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Ayush K.

Yelp
Ramenwell in San Francisco's Mission district offers a convenient option for a ramen fix, but be aware of a few things before you go. First, online reservations come with a $5 charge per person. This charge gets applied to your final bill, so double-check it to avoid paying extra. They also have a strict policy of not seating incomplete parties, so make sure your whole group arrives before you get hangry. The good news is that you can chill at their bar with a drink while you wait (given that they have the bar seating available) The service itself is fast, and our server was friendly and helpful. However, the appetizers were a bit of a letdown. Both the chicken katsu and the takoyaki were lukewarm, which definitely affected the enjoyment factor. The katsu itself was decent, with one good sauce and one overly sour one. The takoyaki, on the other hand, were a bit too doughy for our liking. Their signature pork ramen was a bit on the pricey side, and overall, it was just okay. The noodles were firm and flavorful, but customization seems limited. If you prefer softer noodles, you might be disappointed. The pork slices were thicker than the usual chashu cuts and a bit dry on the edges. The normal spice level was barely there, so spice lovers should definitely go for level 5 or higher. The broth was quite flavorful for what it's worth. The constant flow of customers coming in and out created a busy atmosphere, but it wasn't overly loud or chaotic. Ramenwell offers a decent ramen experience with friendly service and a convenient location. However, the lukewarm appetizers, limited customization options, and slightly higher price point prevent it from being a standout.
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Miranda L.

Yelp
Came here for dinner around 6:30 on a Thursday night and we were seated immediately. The interior is very clean and modern, and has a whole bar section near the entrance. The waiter was very helpful in explaining the different spice levels to us and always checked up on us if we needed anything. It leans a little pricier around 22 dollars for their signature ramen. Signature Pork Ramen - The star of the show was definitely the tonkotsu style pork broth that was so rich in a flavor but wasn't heavy or overpowering the other items in the dish. The dish came out hot which I love and paired really well with their egg ramen noodles, the marinated egg and their soft pork chashu. I also got the level 2 spice on the side and was able to add in based on my taste preferences which I liked too. Taro Soft Serve - Saw some other tables try this and was curious. The taro flavor came through really well and had a smooth consistency. It was 8 dollars but the size of it was pretty massive. Would definitely go again to try some of their appetizers and get hot noodles on a cold night.
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Jailyn J.

Yelp
I'm not crazy about ramen in general, but this was actually legit! I did a pickup and after a 30 minute drive back to my hotel, it was the perfect temperature and everything was absolutely delightful! I had the signature pork ramen and that is a good choice. My other option was going to be the one with mushrooms, and I don't think you can go wrong. The vibe was cool, and the pickup service was seamless so another plus!
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Sahana B.

Yelp
I think this is my favorite vegetarian ramen so far in the city. I got the mushroom lover ramen at spice level 6 and enjoyed the kick it had. I probably could have had it a little bit spicier, but I enjoyed this nonetheless. I liked all the veggies that were in it and the noodles were super tasty. The broth was also so light and flavorful. The portion size of this ramen bowl I think was also perfect - it was not too much or too little. Usually I end up with leftovers when I get ramen, but didn't have any leftovers here! I also got the taro & dole whip swirl to end the meal. The taro was soo buttery and flavorful while the dole whip had a nice sour pineapple flavor. I think I would have preferred just getting the taro by itself, so next time I'll do that since I enjoyed the flavor of that more. But definitely recommend if you can't decide between the two! The service was super fast when we came in. We didn't have to wait too long for a table either since we did go around 6:30 pm over the weekend.
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Sneha P.

Yelp
I Just paid Ramenwell a visit with some friends over the weekend. It was really good! Three of us got the classic pork ramen. One of our friends got the chicken one. I really liked the pork one and we actually bought some ghost pepper sauce on the side to add as some spice. I really liked the ramen. I wish they had thinner noodles as an option but other than that highly recommend!
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Jocelyn L.

Yelp
Solid ramen spot for a casual weekday dinner! The restaurant is interestingly narrow, so most of the seating is at the very end but it was pretty empty when my friend and I went on a tuesday night. The service was very fast and the food came in hot. We ordered the chicken bao and signature pork ramen: - chicken bao: honestly, I was a little disappointed by this? The bun was very soft and the chicken was crispy + tender on the inside (very juicy, not dry at all) but the sauce was underwhelming: it was quite salty and gave the bao a more artificial taste. It also didn't add that much more flavor to the appetizer. - signature pork ramen: ordered the level 4 normal spice, which was just the right amount of spice where there's a slight kick but still very manageable. Broth was very good and umami, noodles were springy and had a large portion. Perfectly cooked soft boiled egg too. the chashu pork was incredible: definitely a lot fattier than I'm used to but the meat was extremely tender and almost melted in your mouth. Good price for a bowl of noodles!
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Elaine T.

Yelp
A solid ramen spot in the Mission! Good ramen, friendly service, and I appreciate that they offer wifi since they don't have great cell service inside. The restaurant itself is clean with a lot of seating, and our party of 3 were able to be seated right away on a Friday at 12pm. We got the chicken tantanmen and the souper spicy garlic pork ramen. The latter comes with a very ominous spice warning but honestly none of us found it unbearable. As a benchmark this was significantly less hot than the Buldak fire noodles. Overall both bowls were pretty good but could've been better if they weren't as oily.
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Elizabeth L.

Yelp
Went for lunch with a group of 3. They take reservations via Toast which charges a $15 deposit, so we decided to risk it and go without one. Thankfully there wasn't a wait to get seated, and the food came within 5-10 minutes of ordering. It's a small restaurant with the tables close together; a bit precarious when the staff comes through to run food/dishes. It has a dark, moody ambiance, and they only have a single unisex restroom that's also dimly lit. . Signature Pork Ramen: (4/5) The broth is rich and heavy, and the noodles are cooked al dente. It comes with huge chunk of chashu pork which was on the tougher side. . Dumplings: (4/5) Thin wrapper and decently flavored fillings. . Dole Whip: (4/5) Has the pineapple flavor, but is more light and airy rather than the creamy I was expecting. . Water: (1/5) I usually don't comment on the water, but their water was just off. I'm not sure if it was from the cups or their carafe but the water smelled strongly of plastic. We asked for a replacement, but the new carafe had the same issue.

Lilia R.

Yelp
Ordered delivery, just as good as dining in! I'm not vegan but I live their vegan macaroni salad. Get the combo plate as an appetizer. It's all good!!!
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Jocelyn K.

Yelp
We made a reservation for a weekday night and were seated right after check-in! The space is not too big, so it felt homey and cozy. We each got our own ramen and shared a takoyaki and some desserts. The ramen noodles were a good texture and the broth was flavorful. I could maybe do with less salt, but I admit I prefer lighter palettes in general. The rice pudding dessert was covered in cinnamon, which was a great flavor addition, but just be careful to not overload on cinnamon in a single bite haha. Overall, the food, staff and ambiance were great.
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John T.

Yelp
Everyday you see posts about best Bay Area ramen restaurants and some of these places do deserve to hype however staying power and consistency are not there. Ramenwell has been one of the most consistent spots in SF. The broth is hands down best in the city. Their super spicy is amazing but warning it's not for the feint of heart. Good news is they have a wide range of spicy options so choose your own adventure.
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Dawn M.

Yelp
Bomb food, Very tasty ramen, and cozy spot. Location and parking can be problematic so try to get there early. Also, be alert or have someone walk you to your car after dark it can be a bit sketchy.
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Arthur L.

Yelp
One of my friends wanted to try this place after a hike, so The atmosphere was nice and the wait wasn't too bad. The service was pleasant I got the spiciest one and didn't have a problem taking it down along with some of the spicy broth. The others in my party later remarked their broth was just straight one tone, rather than having layers like some other places. The takoyaki was decent but nothing to be excited about. Personally, I was happy with my meal since I think you can't go wrong with Ramen. I think it's more mid like a 3.5, but will 4 stars since it's a good ramen shop with good service, atmosphere, and food and there wasn't anything bad to merit a 3.
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Jessica A.

Yelp
I got the mushroom lover ramen! - spicy level 2. My other friends opted for the signature pork ramen- spicy level 2 & 5! Overall rating 5 stars on flavor, server, portion, and vibes. We came around 4:30pm so it was packed with reservations but the staff was kind to let us sit in with no reservations! Quality of mushroom ramen: noodles had a nice chew and texture. The broth was rich and bold with umami flavors. As for the pork ramen- I'll be trying that next time- but from what I observed from my friends- who were the first to finish their dish was- it left you wanting more! Would I recommend coming here for friends and family - yes. For large groups - probably not since it's a cozy space! Parking - plenty of street parking if you don't mind walking.
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Evelynne L.

Yelp
This is my favorite soup ramen place by far! The broth is so yummy and the noodles have the perfect consistency! The baos are insanely delicious as well, I recommend the chicken bao bao, the chicken was so crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Service was also great! My boyfriend ordered an extra bowl of noodles and it came with a hair and they gave us a new bowl and compensated us for the cost of it.
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Kaveh H.

Yelp
Not sure why I do this, but every time I eat here, I order the souper spicy garlic ramen and everytime I am somehow surprised by how audaciously spicy it is. Please keep in mind that they don't pull punches on the heat. I think you can order it less spicy but I refuse to back down from a challenge. The chashu here is excellent but there's also good vegetarian/vegan options. Only thing missing here is that they don't have karaage, which is usually a go to for my kids, but I get it, not every place has to serve it and it's been done (they do have a tasty chicken katsu dish instead).
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Sharon B.

Yelp
Ramenwell has been on my bucketlist for a while, and I finally got to go last night! It was easy to make a reservation online, and I recommend to do so because it got pretty crowded on Thursday night and there's limited table seating. The restaurant felt warm and cozy, and reminded me of a ramen shop I went to when I was in Japan. I loved their menu, they had a good ramen selection and a couple of vegeterian options too. They also had some sides like Pork Buns and Chicken Katsu. I ordered the Chicken Tantanmen which was amazing!! I loved that they used ground chicken, I'm personally not a fan of the long slices of pork chasu typically used in pork ramen. You could pick the spice level, and I thought Extra Spice was perfect to add that extra kick but not tooo overbearing. The noodles were a classic al dente, and there were a lot of veggies to add a different texture. My favorite was the half egg, I wish it was a little bigger because it added such a nice bite of flavor! The portion size overall was huge, I took almost half of it back home too. Overall great ramen spot, perfect for a date night or get together with friends. Highly recommend!
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Claudia M.

Yelp
Finally made it to Ramenwell and it did not disappoint. We walked in for dinner on a Saturday night. It wasn't too busy but we opted for the bar instead of waiting for a table. Service was great and the staff was warm. Ordered the Chicken Katsu to share and it was crunchy on the outside yet tender in the middle, so yummy! I went with the Pork Ramen and requested spice on the side so I could control it. The ramen broth was so rich and delicious and the noodles were cooked to perfection. We ended it with the rice pudding which was also delicious. Ramenwell will now be on rotation!
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Alice S.

Yelp
This is a decent ramen spot! I'd say it's above average, but it's not my favorite ramen in this neighborhood. I ordered the signature pork ramen with level 4 (normal) spice. The broth was flavorful, the egg was cooked perfectly, and the noodles had a decent texture. The pork was mostly good, but parts of it were not so tender and hard to chew. Since this was my first time here, I played it safe with the level 4 spice. But as a fan of spicy food, I probably should've gone up a level because this wasn't quite spicy enough for me. My partner and I also split a bottle of Orion beer, which paired nicely with the ramen. But we were a bit disappointed that our top 2 picks on the beer menu were out of stock.
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Peter A.

Yelp
3.8. The noods/broth was decent but nothing mind blowing. My pork belly was phenomenal, really flavorful and nicely charred. My wife's was super fatty and less yummy.
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Daniel Z.

Yelp
Terrible order pickup experience and rude staff at the front door. I won't be returning.
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Mark O.

Yelp
Dinner review. Ramenya. Dumplings Scallop, pork, shrimp, fried garlic, scallion, cilantro, side spicy sesame soy garlic sauce Takoyaki 5 fried octopus balls, sweet soy glaze, nori, bonito fish flakes Souper Spicy Garlic Pork Ramen Very, VERY spicy. Ghost pepper sauce, house chili paste, thick tonkotsu style 20 hour pork broth, egg ramen noodles, pork chashu, 1/2 marinated egg, nori, bamboo shoots, scallions, black garlic oil Overall, "A-OK."
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Karlee J.

Yelp
Recently did a delivery order and the ramen was delicious! I personally liked the chicken tantan more than the pork. The broth was flavorful and plenty of toppings. I can't speak to the ambiance or service but was a good take out option since ramen travels well! It's not my top ramen spot in the city but it's a solid option!
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Andreina S.

Yelp
Heck yes we will recommend this place! Their chicken boo buns are to die for. My hubby and I shared the mushroom ramen and it was DELICIOUS!!!! Perfect amount of 2 people. My husband also tried the dumplings and he loved them. We sat at the bar with no wait and the service was great.
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Salam A.

Yelp
Haven't had ramen in forever and this restaurant definitely hit the spot. We got there right before closing and the food came out quick and was super fresh. We got the chicken bao bun and the signature ramen. Both were amazing - I was honestly blown away bc I was not expecting it to be that delicious - especially the bao bun. It was so soft and pillowy, definitely one of the best buns I've had. Ramen was amazing as well and the noodles were perfect. I was hoping to order the taro soft serve but they unfortunately sold out. I will be back soon to try it! The food was so good that my friends and I barely talked because we were so focused on the food lol. I highly highly recommend this spot out! PS the bathroom is super cool!!
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Alexis M.

Yelp
Came in on a Sunday afternoon and they were able to get us a table for 5. Service was inconsistent as they told us they would not seat us until the whole party arrived but then we watched a walk in come in and get seated before us? Ambiance is casual. They were on the Michelin guide in 2020 but they seem to rely on this recognition compared to actually delivering. Ordered the signature Pork Ramen and it has some of the better ramen noodles I have had, cooked al dente. The broth is rich a flavorful but a tad too salty. It comes with huge chunk of chashu pork which was on the fattier side. It's a solid ramen spot in the Mission but wouldn't go out of my way for this place!
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Niki R.

Yelp
I was not impressed. The restaurant itself looks a bit rundown. The food was fine but I've had much better ramen elsewhere. There were no vegetable options on the menu at all. 100% carbs. The one standout was dessert. Everyone loved the Dole Whip ice cream and the Taro flavor was delicious too. My teenagers both loved it however and would return in a heartbeat, so maybe try for yourself and see what you think.
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My D.

Yelp
I tried their pork ramen. It was an extremely thick broth, you def can't drink it. The meal was VERY heavy, I could not finish it. The server was really attentive and friendly. However, the entire time the kitchen was using a blender and I could not have a conversation.
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Tia L.

Yelp
Came here to celebrate a birthday and the service was so sweet and extra considerate. The ambience was super chill and relaxed and comfortable and the food was delicious. Especially loved the taro dole whip swirl!!! The souper spicy ramen was also very tasty and wasn't overpoweringly spicy- it was still enjoyable while simultaneously opening up the sinuses.
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Maddy H.

Yelp
Lively diner on a Friday night. The food came out pretty fast and the noodles and broth were very good. Their chashu is a stand out - thick cut & caramelized. We had a reservation for a party of three but might not have needed it. Seems like tons of people were out front for take out or delivery and just picking up orders.
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Sophia W.

Yelp
Ramen spot in the mission. Came on a Sunday around 1PM and there was no wait. You can choose to sit at the bar (front of the restaurant) or in the back where the tables are located. The interior of the restaurant is dark and narrow with limited tables. Decent ramen for around $19 per bowl. We got the signature pork ramen and the tan tan ramen.
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Lauren A.

Yelp
Ate here earlier this year and ordered the tonkotsu ramen to which I loved! I ordered it for delivery on uber eats tonight bc of how much I loved the tonkotsu ramen when i ate it before and was severely disappointed. The broth smelled and tasted like fish, rather than the rich tonkotsu I was expecting from my previous experience. I'm not sure if this was an issue with uber eats or the restaurant bc the packaging was labeled correctly.
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Minh B.

Yelp
Can't believe I was sleeping on this ramenshop in the Mission. This place is small and cozy, but packing with flavors and absolutely delicious food. I tried the souper spicy ramen & it hits the spot. So warm and has a spicy kicks. The broth is well balanced and not too salty. I also enjoyed the chicken bao and pork bao. Would definitely come back again!
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Loryn F.

Yelp
I can see why this place is Michelin recommended. It's a cool space, very friendly and attentive staff and yes, the ramen is very good. I got the Very Souper Spicy Black Garlic Pork Ramen. I got the pork on the side and gave it to my husband BUT word of caution. I love VERY spicy foods and this one was not for the faint of heart. It was addictively spicy but by the end I was sweating and slightly delirious. Currently paying for it the next day as I write this review. Also the taro rice pudding was a must try. So good!