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Sobo Ramen

Ramen Restaurant$$$$

Chinatown, Oakland

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Sobo Ramen

7.2^/10

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Ranked #3 for ramen restaurants in Oakland
"spicy black tonkotsu + country miso are my favs"(4 Tips)
"... snob. I loved the spicy miso ramen (be prepared, it's got some legit heat)...."(3 Tips)
"The tonkotsu broth is fantastic."(2 Tips)
"Also the peach soju if you want drinks."(3 Tips)

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mike lyonsOctober 12, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Hands down the best ramen in Oakland. The Ramen Shop is over priced and over crowded compared to Sobo. With the addition of a full bar, Sobo is a top 5 shop in the entire bay.
Cameron WNovember 22, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The miso broths are rich nutty and full of deep flavor, the noodles are top quality, perfect bite and well seasoned, noticeably better than most ramen joints
Mortiche WongJanuary 30, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Good tonkotsu broth for the 510, not as good as any South Bay spots however. Kids menu is decent. Love the option to add bok choy or kale (in generous quantities), blasphemous as it may be for ramen!
Brook ShelleyFebruary 10, 2017
Pretty good bowl of spicy black tonkotsu. The flavor is a little mild, but the pork belly is excellent. The karaage is pretty good too- small, bite-size portions.
Joey CombsOctober 15, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The tonkotsu broth is fantastic. Get it spicy with tonkatsu on the side!
Hailey CrowelAugust 31, 2013
After living in Japan, I'm a big ol ramen snob. I loved the spicy miso ramen (be prepared, it's got some legit heat). The karaage and gyoza can be skipped.
Michael RobinsonFebruary 27, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Been twice. Love it. I plan to work myself through the menu. I had the spicy tonkatsu special tonight and it was awesome!
Marg1eNovember 14, 2012
Been here 5+ times
I actually didn't like it at first time, and second time I tried because I really crave for Ramen, surprised to learn that they improves lots. Try the fried stuff, soft shell crabs and fried chicken.
B TDecember 24, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Worth visiting again... However use the restroom BEFORE you come! It's all the way around the corner & down the street, literally!
Peter HornbergerSeptember 19, 2015
Get the spicy black tonkotsu. I've never tried anything else and don't need to!
Paige CotéAugust 16, 2015
Probably the best ramen I've had in the bay. And you can walk through the kitchen on the way to the bathroom, which I thought was pretty cool.
Daniel EdenFebruary 6, 2018
The country miso ramen is my go-to. Also a great selection of drinks, including plum wine!
Leonard FNovember 17, 2019
They make their own noodles! The ramen here is legit 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
George DyFebruary 16, 2015
Been here 100+ times
Loving this ramen outpost in Chinatown. Spicy garlic mayu is the way to go.
M.C.March 6, 2015
Gluten free noodles are worth the upgrade, even if you're not GF. They'll only combine it in specific broths though.
PertzDecember 17, 2014
Just okay, but it's the best ramen in/around Oakland. Super inconsistent quality and quantity. Get the spicy miso if you visit.
_March 11, 2015
Try the spicy Tonkotsu ramen. Food quality has improved since opening.
Nicole AptekarAugust 30, 2014
Inexpensive and filling ramen. Totally hits the spot.
Dominic T.March 26, 2013
Agedashi tofu is really good here. Portion is a bit small but delicious!
Hanna LJune 14, 2013
Yogurt soju + vegetarian spicy miso ramen. One of the best veggie ramens I've tasted.
Stelle LoiJune 26, 2013
the right address in on 988 Franklin street #186, between 9th and 11th street. part of the Pacific Renaissance Plaza.
Gary MorrillJanuary 14, 2016
Spicy miso or spicy black tonkatsu!
djsMay 11, 2017
Enjoyable ramen, though not great. Sadly, one of the best in Oakland.
Nemo BlackburnJuly 25, 2018
spicy black tonkotsu + country miso are my favs
Fiona M.June 14, 2013
yogurt soju is da bomb. tonkatsu mayu was average - I've had better. but definitely giving their vegan ramen a shot next time!
caeli abeytaMarch 29, 2014
Omg... The Sobo special ramen is to die for. There were no leftovers!
Cheyenne T.April 27, 2017
The spicy black tonkotsu is amazing. Get it.
Kyle PaceApril 4, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Tonkatsu with mayu! Delicious! Also the peach soju if you want drinks.
PGittyApril 13, 2014
Try the Spicy Tomkatsu and mango sobu. You'll thank me later.
Fred LangenNovember 14, 2013
Been here 25+ times
The spicy miso ramen gets better as you eat it. "The best thing ever" says Jodi.
Matt DuffyMarch 1, 2019
Delicious food really enjoyed it.
Stelle LoiJuly 6, 2013
now serving vegan ramen and gluten free ramen
Haley IrelandJune 24, 2015
Tonkatsu ramen! Any variety!
Teff AyralAugust 25, 2013
Yummy miso chicken ramen
Gabriel GilderFebruary 27, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Tomato Cheese Ramen: not as weird as it sounds!
Amanda BeanAugust 9, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Great spicy veggie miso!
KyleJanuary 26, 2013
The tonkatsu broth with tonkatsu on the side is pretty tight.
Andre HallMarch 5, 2014
Great broth with ramen
michael 🐻🏀February 21, 2014
sorry but the limited tsukemen ramen seems to have more vinegar than it's supposed to...or maybe it's just me. beware of sour!
Joe 🐘 LencioniMarch 10, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Try the tonkatsu mayu
Ian ReverDecember 23, 2013
Amazing ramen!
vivdogeSeptember 6, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Tsukemen is BAAAACK
mike lyonsNovember 18, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Solid ramen
Amanda MorelandJuly 6, 2015
Closes on the early side. The staff were not polite.
Kyle PaceAugust 4, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Its an adventure to the bathroom
David FongOctober 21, 2012
Just ok.. No real variety in broth.
Albert ChunJune 9, 2013
This place is so so

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