Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Reviews

My experience at the restaurant involved a cashier who audaciously asked for tips in cash. The real shocker, however, was the meat portion, which I suspect was a mistake. I will return for a second try to see if this is consistently true. It felt like they were counting pennies.

I ordered my combo meals to go and noticed a sign for a +. 50 charge for to-go orders. I paid, but upon reviewing my receipt, I saw a 50-cent charge applied four times. When I inquired, the cashier explained it was per item, as each combo meal contains multiple items. I pointed to the sign indicating the charge was "per order, " not per item. The cashier then returned $1, leaving me still short $1. Later, my buzzer rang, and I collected my order, which felt surprisingly light. Upon opening the bag, I discovered it only contained the sides of rice. I was informed they were "getting the rest ready, " despite my buzzer having already activated. Had I not checked, I would have left without the majority of my meal. They eventually provided the rest of the order about 5 minutes later. Upon assembling my food at my destination, I realized they had forgotten the eggs, which were an extra charge as part of the combo meal. I would definitely NOT eat here again; this experience reflects some of the most predatory business practices I've encountered recently.

This ramen is as good as the Japanese ones I've tried. I visit Japan 2-3 times a year and while I'm not a ramen connoisseur, I know this is good ramen. I ordered mine without bamboo. I do wish they would serve some toppings, for example, a boiled egg and nori. (Big Shoyu Ramen $16. 11)

After two years, I finally had their Char Siu Salt Ramen again and was reminded of this great ramen spot. The #26 Char-siu Pork (Large) featured a delicate, creamy, and delicious broth. The pork was tender, and who doesn't love the fatty portion? The noodles were perfect. My only wish is that the boiled eggs were softer. I also ordered the #42 Sake and Ikura Rice Bowl, which was rich, salty, and buttery with salmon roe over rice and salmon. It's definitely worth coming back again and again. The service was fast and great!

This fast-casual Japanese eatery, specializing in ramen and small rice bowls, is a go-to for my family for both takeout and dining in the common food court area within the Mitsuwa grocery store. Our family favorite is the char siu rice bowl (side dish #45). It's simple comfort food featuring warm and plump short-grain rice, topped with tender pork and freshly sliced green onions. The shichimi (seven-flavor chili powder) offered at the counter is a nice complement. For a summer special, we tried the Hiyashi ramen, a cold noodle dish with two slices of tender pork, green onions, red pickled ginger, thinly sliced cucumber, and other goodies. Santouka offers three types of sauce; we tried the spicy sauce, but felt the mala overpowered the dish a bit. We would recommend the shoyu or sesame sauces and then adding shichimi for more heat.

My recent experience at Santouka was disappointing. What used to be the best ramen has unfortunately declined in quality. The pork is no longer slow-cooked and has become chewy. The broth isn't as good as it once was, and the noodles are now thin and not as enjoyable. To add to the disappointment, the egg I ordered was overcooked, not soft-boiled as expected. It's a shame to see this place go from a 5-star rating to just 'meh'. It truly makes me sad!

My experience at the restaurant was mixed. The ramen itself was pretty good, though I've had better. I ordered a small combo which included salt ramen, a flavored egg, and a char-siu rice bowl. It's important to note that the egg is not included in the ramen, and the combo doesn't come with any drinks, which I found to be a bit pricey. The boiled egg was cold and slightly overcooked. However, I did enjoy the ramen broth, and the pork on the char-siu rice bowl was really tender and flavorful. Overall, it's a good option, especially since it's located inside the Mitsuwa market, making it convenient to grab a drink and dessert elsewhere.

My experience at Hokkaido Ramen Santouka, located inside Mitsuwa Marketplace, was a solid spot for rich, comforting ramen with efficient service and reasonable combo pricing. It's ideal for a quick, filling meal while exploring Mitsuwa. Despite being a popular ramen stop, especially during weekend peak hours, seating was usually available on weekdays. The system is efficient and self-service: order at the counter, grab a number, and wait for it to be called. The cleaning staff works quickly, resetting tables almost immediately. The menu offers a combination of different ramen broths (salt, soy sauce, miso, spicy miso) and topping sets. I ordered the Spicy Miso Ramen (medium) with a natto rice bowl combo. The broth was rich, hearty, and flavorful, with tender noodles, black fungus, and bamboo shoots. The cha-siu portions felt a bit small compared to the generous amount of noodles. The natto rice was flavorful, though the natto seemed slightly over-frozen and icy at first. However, pairing the rice with leftover ramen broth worked surprisingly well. This is a carb-heavy meal, so a small-sized ramen might be a more balanced choice. One limitation is the lack of appetizers like karaage or gyoza, likely due to the shared food court kitchen.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I had some of the great ramen, and it was served at a reasonable price. Unlike other ramen places that skimp on the chashu pork, this restaurant surprised me with a secret stash of it at the bottom. The dining area was clean and easy to navigate, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I had the greatest ramen in San Diego. The side dishes were also great. The food was rated a 5, and the atmosphere was a 5 as well. I visited for lunch and the price per person was $20–30.