Ramen 101 Stockton — Restaurant in Stockton

Ok so I will not be the only one to comment. I was with 2 other people my daughter, and sister. 2 more negative reviews unless the owner can explain the price inflation.

let’s start…. Before going to this location I HAD to do a review. Especially since I love making sure reviews are on spot. If the negatives reviews are the similar I stay away.

First I reviewed the menu, but noticed something very weird. Stockton’s prices are being overinflated. I thought “ok it’s because it’s in the Lincoln center it’s pretty expensive to rent”, but than I noticed the prices from the SAME store branch was waaaay cheaper in the Bay Area (San Leandro). People this is the BAY AREA. I got to school in that area, and rent is 5,000 in Stockton it’s 1,500. They’re taking advantage of the fact we have limited ramen locations. The best one was the Ramen house off of hammer on which is now closed do to location, and the time it opened(early 2010’s). As a person who has traveled to Japan that location actually was more authentic. Again I will continue to post my review with different friends I take till actions or unless explanation is given. This isn’t gas ok? Don’t take advantage of people. Also to request tip for a non sit down restaurant is wrong. They take your food like the Carl’s Jr. on hammer lane. With a number, and don’t come refill your drinks at the table. This is not slander, but pure facts. I requested fish cakes, and yes I complained I didn’t get them, but found ONE😑 in the bottom with the price of ONE DOLLAR. I do have more pictures that I will post.

The pros: (which is wrong to deny) certain soups were great. Mine, and my sisters very tasty. Lots of noodles, but seem store bought (Please correct me if wrong). The broth is great, and the amount of noodles is abundant…. If you want toppings expect to pay more. 2 bowls almost 40 bucks with one drink for my baby.

Again I repeat YOU HAVE TO STAND UP TO GET WHAT YOU NEED. Do not tip if it’s not regular server services. I will change my review, and ask my group to change it once I get an explanation from the owner. Thank...

Overall good, not great. The cashier appeared to be mentally preparing for the dinner rush (is how I'm going to describe it lol). Everything from the broth to starters tasted fresh, but the broth flavor tasted like it is catering to a broad spectrum of patrons (which obviously is optimal for business), I personally like mine with more flavor notes like onion, garlic, and meat flavors. BUT that obviously gives the patron the opportunity to build their preferences by adding whichever toppings they desire. If you're new to ramen (not made at home) Shoyu and chicken ordered not spicy are a notch above what instant packages provide flavor wise. If you want to have more flavor I recommend the black garlic ramen with pork spice level mild, it has smokey and toasty flavor notes with a not overwhelming meat grease taste and mouth feel that hit just right and remind me of homemade bone broths. I wish the noodles were done a little more, they had a bite to them, but that's just me I like puffy noodles. The crab Rangoon was a little sweeter than I'm used to but not as sweet as other places. They also offer rice and meat plates. Side note: adding extra toppings and noodles can quickly turn a $13 bowl into $20+ bowl. You're thinking, "Duh.", But if you go and your meal is $60+... 💁 That was my heads up....I'll be back next time I'm craving that black garlic pork ramen and...

i like the fact that stockton still have a ramen place to go to for your ramen cravings. the restaurant is located around safeway plaza next to crumble. the dining is a bit small, good probably for 6-8 people. they have some table setup for outside dining (if the weather is nice). menu is simple and not overwhelming of choices. my favorite ramen to order is their black garlic tonkotsu ramen. i tried many ramen shop before from bay area, socal, japan to new york. but this one is bit unique.

Here’s my thoughts about their ramen:

portion size: is ok, in my opinion its very small. (the bowl size is about 6in in diameter) toppings that comes with the ramen is not much due to the size of the bowl. broth: imo is pretty tasty, not too salty, or over power of msg. just right 👌

the reason for 3 stars is the portion. i wish they make the portions bigger. for the price you pay for your not getting your money back. also the black garlic ramen has too much garlic fillers making the ramen looks full of toppings but it wasn’t. this is just my opinion. everyone has their own personal preference when it comes to ramen. although i give this place a 3 star it doesn’t mean its a bad place. i still encouraged everyone to give it a try and see it for...