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RAMEN NAGI

(4.9 Score)
2855 Stevens Creek Boulevard,
Santa Clara, CA 95050 Directions

Since 2004

Specialities:

✓Chasu Rice ✓Ramen ✓Karaage Chicken ✓Snack Gyoza ✓Edamame ✓Black King ✓Original King

" Ramen Nagi is an award-winning, cool, and hip Japanese noodle shop that bucks the traditional trend while focusing on delicious authentic tonkatsu ramen. Nagi means “a calmness before the waves.” The restaurant is located at the Westfield Valley Fair. Founded in 2004 by Chef Satoshi Ikuta, he is known for his perfect noodles and authentic yet cutting-edge flavors of broth. In addition to their four signature ramen flavors, they launch new “Limited King” varieties to highlight their creativity and push the (delicious) boundaries. Experiment freely with flavors while adding your personal touch, or leave it up to their master ramen chef to craft your bowl. They have high chairs for the customers' kids. Ramen Nagi has branches at Palo Alto, Los Angeles (Century City), Los Angeles (Arcadia), San Diego (La Jolla), and Costa Mesa.

2026 Highlights: Each of their locations will offer unique Daruma Doll special traditions; the process is as if you had a promise to fulfil, paint it in one of the doll's eyes; when your dream is realized paint it on the other eye of the doll. "

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Menu:

Original King $16.95
Red King $17.95
Black King $17.95
Green King $17.95
Veggie King $17.95

Contact:

(408) 490-4088

Mon-Sun: 11am - 2:30pm|5pm - 9pm

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RAMEN TAKA

(4.8 Score)
2219 The Alameda,
Santa Clara, CA 95050 Directions

Since 2013

Specialities:

✓Taka Ramen ✓Tonkotsu Ramen ✓Miso Ramen ✓Yuzu Shoyu Ramen ✓Shio Ramen ✓Tsukemen ✓Vegan Ramen ✓Jiro Tonkotsu Ramen ✓Tan Tan Ramen ✓Chashu Bowl ✓Karaage Bowl ✓Beef Bowl ✓Vegetable Curry ✓Karaage Curry ✓Katsu Curry ✓Croquette Curry ✓Karaage ✓Spicy Karaage ✓Black Pepper Karaage ✓Takoyaki ✓Calamari ✓Gyoza ✓Kakuni ✓Atsuage ✓Ra-yu Yakko ✓Edamame ✓Garlic Edamame ✓Seaweed Salad

“ Ramen Taka is known for its Hakata-style Tonkotsu Ramen, featuring specialty thin noodles with extra servings available. The restaurant also offers Miso and Shio ramen options. Its menu includes a variety of ramen dishes, from rich Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen prepared with pork bone broth to hearty Tonkotsu Ramen served with thick noodles and tender chashu pork. Each bowl is carefully prepared to deliver a satisfying dining experience. Ramen Taka offers an inviting atmosphere with a spacious, open layout that creates a comfortable and relaxed dining experience. It is a welcoming destination for classic Asian noodles, potstickers, and thin-noodle ramen bowls. The restaurant also provides high chairs for children. They offer takeout and delivery services, accept Apple Pay and contactless payments, and provide a kid-friendly dining experience with parking available. ”

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Menu:

Ramen $16.80
Appetizers $8.80
Rice Bowl $21.00
Curry Rice $10.80

Contact:

(408) 564-4467 (408) 474-0106

Mon,Wed-Sun: 11:30am - 2pm|5:30pm - 9pm
Tue: Closed

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SUMIYA JAPANESE CHARCOAL GRILL YAKITORI

(4.8 Score)
2634 Homestead Road,
Santa Clara, CA 95051 Directions

Since 2006

Specialities:

✓Mi-thigh ✓Sasami-breast Tender ✓Teba-wing ✓Tsukune-meatball ✓Sunagimo-gizzard ✓Nankotsu-knee Cartilage ✓Hatsu-chicken Hearts ✓Yagen-breast Bone Cartilage ✓Kimo-liver ✓Butabara-pork Belly ✓Gyutan-beef Tongue ✓Kalbi-beef Short Rib ✓Kamo-duck Breast ✓Jumbo Pork Sausage ✓Cherry Tomatoes ✓Shiitake-shiitake Mushroom ✓Eringi-king Oyster Mushroom ✓Shishito-shishito Pepper ✓Atsuage-fried Tofu

" Sumiya Japanese Charcoal Grill Yakitori offers a delightful culinary journey, featuring lunchtime bento boxes and combo dinners that allow guests to relish the flavors of charcoal-grilled meats and vegetables. They will warmly invites you to peruse its menu and immerse yourself in the artistry of Japanese cuisine within its inviting setting. Prepare to be enchanted by the flavors that will dance upon your palate, leaving an enduring impression. Sumiya Japanese Charcoal Grill Yakitori provides free Wi-Fi and accepts credit cards and Apple Pay payments. The restaurant has high chairs for kids.

2026 Highlights: Sumiya Japanese Charcoal Grill Yakitori continues to offer charcoal-grilled yakitori, bento boxes, and Japanese dishes in a welcoming dining setting, also offers eGift cards to customers. "

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Menu:

Yakitori Bento
Chicken Skewer Bento A $19.75
Combination Skewer Bento B $20.75
Negi Tan Skewer Bento $21.75
Negi Buta Skewer Bento $20.75
Donburi Bento
Yakitori Don Bento $18.75
Kalbi Don Bento $21.75
Oyako Don Bento $18.75
Chicken Katsu Don Bento $19.75
Karaage Don Bento $19.75
Teriyaki Chicken Don Bento $18.75
Soboro Don Bento $18.75
Buta Kimuchi Don Bento $19.75
Shoga Yaki Don Bento $19.75
Chashu Don Bento $19.75
Gyusuji Don Bento $19.75
Salmon Ikura Don Bento $21.75
White Tuna Don Bento $21.75
Yakiniku Don Bento $19.75
Noodle, Soup & Rice
Gaku Udon $17.00
Hot Udon $15.00
Paitan Ramen $16.50
Ontama Rice $4.50
Rice $2.50
Appetizer | Cold Dishes
Salmon Tataki $18.00
White Tuna Tataki $19.00
Chicken Skewers
Teba $9.00
Sunagimo $8.00

Contact:

(408) 973-0604

Lunch:
Mon-Fri: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Dinner:
Mon-Thu & Sun: 5:30pm - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 5:30pm - 9:30pm

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RAMEN NAGI REVIEWS

We had a great meal at Ramen Nagi in Valley Fair! I loved how customizable the ramen bowls were—you can adjust saltiness, oil level, firmness of noodles, and even choose your veggies (I picked cabbage!). I ordered the Red King with Japan Style Egg, and it was rich, bold, and full of flavor. The Black King and Original King were also fantastic in their own way. We also had Karaage Chicken, which was crispy and juicy. The staff were polite and friendly, and the overall vibe was warm and efficient, even during busy hours. Definitely a spot to revisit when you’re craving a satisfying bowl of ramen.

So far I've had their Original King, Black King, and Veggie King and have enjoyed all three. If I were to get the original king again, I'd probably get light salt though, because it was a little bit too salty for me when I got the normal level salt. I also really enjoyed their fried chicken which was flavorful and juicy! ++Also highly recommend their pork belly!!!.

There will be a line, and it is worth the wait. You can customize to your liking. The flavors are full and impactful. You will find yourself wanting more. The broth is full of flavor, and the pork is delicious! The space is limited and a little cramped, but still well worth it all!.

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RAMEN TAKA REVIEWS

I highly recommend the gyoza! They were crispy, warm, and tasty. I had the tonkotsu ramen with the grilled pork and it adds a crunchyness texture to the ramen. I also added chili oil and mushrooms. Staff was attentive and friendly. Great vibe, I recommend.

I was here with my family and ordered Tsuke men(dipping ramen), Salt Ramen, Taka Ramen with Gyoza combo. Everything tastes good. The staff are all super friendly. It's old but they keep the place nice and clean. The price is more reasonable than other Ramen restaurants in the area.

These ramen are the best I've ever had in this area and almost authentic Japanese ramen. The cost is not that expensive. The restaurant staff are really polite and friendly. I felt comfortable to be here. I want to come here again.

SUMIYA JAPANESE CHARCOAL GRILL YAKITORI REVIEWS

The charcoal grill smells great when you first walk in the door. The servers were courteous and quickly responded, helped us settle down a table. The food was easy ordered via online menu. The food was fast and tasty. It was our first time but we love the grilled seafood. The meat were probably better with sauces as a bit plain but tender and fresh.

The food here is delicious and rivals skewer places that I have visited in Japan. Everything tastes fresh and flavorful, and you can tell that a lot of care was put into each dish. The dining area can be crowded as it isn't too big, but we were able to get a table on a weekend dinnertime with only a 15 minute wait.

The food here is as close as you can get in Japan without actually going to Japan. I always get a three skewers (beef, pork, and chicken) bento. It comes with salad that you choose your own dressing and a soft boiled egg. I also always add the oyster mushroom with garlic skewers (5/5) and karaage (5/5).

TBR® Inspection Score Report

RAMEN NAGI Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Followers Ratio: 9
Social Media: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Responsiveness: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

RAMEN TAKA Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Followers Ratio: 8
Business Hours: 9
Experience: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Responsiveness: 10
Variety of Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SUMIYA JAPANESE CHARCOAL GRILL YAKITORI Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Complete Info: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Followers Ratio: 9
Social Media: 9
Business Hours: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Responsiveness: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 2.7K: 10