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Westside - The Ramen Joint restaurant
8.2

The Ramen Joint

  • Westside
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Mouthwatering Ramen, but limited

Steve savored every bite at the The Ramen Joint, raving about the Vegetarian Ramen, Spicy Tonkotsu with Egg and Corn, and Chicken Karaage. The kitchen's creativity was evident in the presentation, and the invigorating freshness of the ingredients drew high praise. Not one to exaggerate, he admitted the sizes of the portions were just right. The price tag seemed too low for food this good. The limited variety, though, felt like being at a vinyl record store with only four albums.

  • Great Value

    Great value for money, happy customers praising affordable prices.

  • Okay Portions

    A few portions categorized as just right, balancing satisfaction and cost.

  • Bad Variety

    Limited menu options led to disappointment for diverse palates and cravings.

Top 3 dishes at The Ramen Joint

  1. 1

    Vegetarian Ramen 🏆

    Deemed one of the best, delicious with generous veggie portions.

    Vegetarian Ramen dish
  2. 2

    Spicy Tonkotsu with Egg and Corn

    Rich, flavorful broth, with perfectly soft boiled egg; spicy yet balanced.

    Spicy Tonkotsu with Egg and Corn dish
  3. 3

    Chicken Karaage

    Crispy, flavorful, and moist; perfect crunch-to-juiciness ratio.

    Chicken Karaage dish

Vibe: Buzzing vibes and a cozy nook

The shimmering aura at The Ramen Joint made Steve think he’d stepped into a modern, warm and hip noodle house. The buzzing vibes in that cozy space created a magnetism that added to a pleasant dining experience. The lack of alcoholic drinks may have been a downer to some, though it reminded Steve of simpler days.

  • Great Ambiance

    Warm, modern ambiance with mood lighting enhances dining experience.

  • Okay to Entertain

    Good music selection adds a bit more to a fine dining experience.

  • Bad Drinks

    No alcoholic beverages available, disappointing customers seeking drinks.

Perks: Free parking, tiny space

Steve likened the Ramen Joint to an unassuming jewel, easy to miss but hard to forget. The plentiful free parking was a pleasant surprise for a city that usually fleeces you. Yelp reservations have never been so straightforward. The attentive, quick staff made service comfortable. But be warned –the cozy place is no good for large congregations. Also, it may leave those with kids or vegetarian diets feeling a bit ignored.

  • Easy To Reserve

    Waitlist via Yelp significantly reduces wait times for convenient dining.

  • Bad For Kids

    Limited options, not family-friendly, lacking space and kid-specific amenities.