Hinodeya in SF’s Japantown – A Ramen Adventure with Clams🍜🌊

I don’t usually eat clams, but my seafood-obsessed friend couldn’t stop nodding after her first sip of broth — she rated the Hamaguri Clam Ramen a solid 8.5/10! Fresh, clean, loaded with tender clams… she was in heaven. Meanwhile, I was there, dipping my noodles into her broth just to survive the meal 😂 🍜 Four Bowls, Four Life Choices: 1️⃣ Hamaguri Clam Ramen A seafood lover’s dream 🌟! Broth is intense, oceanic, and packed with clam flavor. But if you’re not into clams (like me), it might feel too strong and salty. Not my world — I surrendered after one sip 🙃. 2️⃣ House Original Ramen A clear, light broth made with kombu and bonito — not too salty or oily. Noodles are soft, and the overall vibe is comforting. This one became my rescue bowl 🦸… I kept dipping my heavy noodles into it to cut the salt and richness! 3️⃣ Vegetable Creamy Ramen My pretty-but-dangerous choice 💚. Looked gorgeous, smelled amazing, and the first sip was a happy surprise. But I made a fatal mistake: Added sukiyaki beef (sweet + oily) Added a soft-boiled egg Result? A triple attack of oil + sweet + salty 😵. I had to retreat to my “broth-dipping” strategy again 🥲. The veggie noodles were also firmer and didn’t absorb broth well. Creamy ramen fans — proceed with caution! 🏮 Overall Vibe Not the usual heavy, salty Japanese ramen More like “light Japanese broth with a Cali twist” Spacious inside + outdoor seating (cozy in winter!) Clam ramen is a must for seafood lovers — others depend on your taste. 📌 Perfect For: ✔️ Clam lovers who crave bold seafood flavor ✔️ Those who prefer lighter, less oily broths ✔️ Anyone wanting a warm, comforting bowl in Japantown 📍 Hinodeya Ramen Bar 1737 Buchanan St, SF Japantown #HinodeyaRamen #SFJapantown #ClamRamen #RamenReview #SFRamen #JapaneseFoodSF #BayAreaRamen #FoodDiaries #HumbleRamenEscape