Ramen - 5/5 - spicy broth was lightly spicy, very thick and creamy. The noodles had a slightly thick feel to it. The ground pork was very flavorful. Ordered extra pork belly for $3 Chicken karage 5/5 - perfectly fried. The meat was tender and juicy. Battery was crispy. Service 5/5 - everyone was super polite and service was quick. My only "complaint" is I'd rather not order and pay as I enter the store, but that's a preference. It forces you to tip before you've eaten, tasted the food, or actually gotten service.

Got the Tajima ramen, Spicy Seseme Ramen and the spicy tuna hand roll. They have changed(gotten worse) since the last time I came here in Feb 2021. Or maybe my ramen standards have increased. The broth was nice but the noodles were horrible. It was lke instant ramen noodles. Another thing is that you have to order first, pay, and then get seated and get your food. I dont mind that but it seems like a fast food restaurant culture like Mcdonalds or KFC. no one came in and checked on us either. No one was rude or anything btw. They were just busy I guess.

I got the Tajima Red and it was a little *too* spicy for my liking. I will be coming back to try out the other flavors. Comfortable ramen house.

Delicious ramen!! I got the vegan and loved it! I didn’t take pics but the creamy chicken looked good and the teenagers have it too ratings too!

Had the Vegan noodles 🍜. It was really good. Full of fresh vegetables with a delicious vegan broth. Probably one of the best Ramens I have had in San Diego downtown area!

Friendly and Fast service! Ordered the Tempura Brussel Sprouts (tempura batter was crispy and light, brussel sprouts well cooked) Tajima Fries (comes with carnitas, spicy mayo, mozzarella cheese. Wasn’t a huge fan of the crisped cheese layer Texture-wise but the flavor was great) and Spicy Tuna Hand Roll (great flavor, pretty spicy if you’re not used to spice) Ordered the Tajima Ramen (pork belly/pork broth). Was delicious. Pork belly was super tender and thick. Ordered the Melon Matcha Calpico drink as well, had to order two, was awesome! Price was I’d say, a tad bit pricey but worth it. Serving sizes are filling but not huge. Left very satisfied. Would definitely come again!

We came here for lunch because we saw it had good reviews and I'm a big fan of tonkotsu ramen. My husband and I both got the Tajima Ramen, which is a tonkotsu broth, and we both got it with the pork belly. My son got gyoza and chicken fried rice. Everything was delicious. The broth on the ramen is comfortably the best I've had in California so far and the pork belly was lovely. Very satisfying. Wish I had more time to try each ramen, but just here on a short visit.

If you like ramen I highly recommend this venue. I personally love the Spicy ramen but everything I have tried has been very tasty. I order to go and dine in often. They also have a great happy hour as well too.

As a world traveler, love to check out Asian food whenever I go! This one is a good one! Pork is great size and full of flavour Egg is perfect! The veggie making this diet balance! Broth is yummy! Last but not least, noodle is average.

we ordered the black tajima ramen, spicy sesame ramen, chicken fried rice, kimchi, and serrano peppers black tajima ramen - 4.5/5 spicy sesame ramen - 4.5/5 chicken fried rice - 5/5 kimchi - 5/5 serrano peppers - 4/5

Food is very good. Recommend little chiles. I wish they have more variety of Ramen. Drinks menu need a revamp asap. Sadly area is getting crowed by homeless so.eating in the patio is very unpleaseant bc u have to listen them arguing and you dont kmow when they gonna come to you...usps need put their walkway in order...nvm is cali.

One of the best ramen places in downtown, if you eat there you won't regret it. There's so many ramen options, I've had most of them, they definitely have a kick if you love spicy, the broth is so wholesome, has me and my friends coming back.

Took an old friend here for dinner. The staff was very helpful since I don’t really eat Japanese cuisine. They answered any and all questions I had and in general, gave me good vibes. The restaurant is nice and well spaced for the size. The alcohol selection, though small, is effective and I was pleased with my drink. Though I went with the basic chicken Raman, I was pleasantly surprised of the portions! Overall, great food, even for someone who doesn't eat Ramen! High recommend.

We came in around 5:30pm on Sunday. You order as you enter, so it's good to pull up the menu on your phone so you can figure out what you want ahead of time. No one was behind us so we were able to take our time at the counter. The design of the space was nice. Plenty of outdoor seating, lots of tables and booths inside as well as bar seating and long tables for those that like to roll solo. The food didn't take long to arrive at all. Most of it was a hit. The ramen was fantastic! I got the Tajima Ramen, added corn, and subbed spinach noodles. The noodles didn't really change anything, besides throw a little extra color in the bowl. But, the broth was everything! My boyfriend got the Spicy Sesame Ramen and also loved his. The gyoza was decent. The shishito peppers, however; were so inundated with salt that I left more than half the bowl. My boyfriend loves salt but he still couldn't eat them. Luckily, that was the only snafu. Staff was extremely pleasant, and attentive. Drink menu was small, but varied. And, the restaurant was aesthetically pleasing. I'd definitely come back for a quick bite the next time we're in San Diego.

Not only was the atmosphere lovely, the staff were friendly, and the food absolutely phenomenal. I ate the entire bowl full. The creamy chicken ramen was delicious!

Good ramen. Very hot soup and fresh noodles. Pork was excellent. Peppers were also great. Service was decent. Had to wait a bit for the check, but it was good otherwise.

Leckere frisch zubereitete Ramen Suppe! Genau so stelle ich mir einen leichten Mittagssnack vor! Heiß serviert und köstlich!

One of my favorite places Downtown, I enjoy eating here with my lil dog who loves Ramen! Great food (Spicy Sesame Ramen and house Negori Sake is my Favorite!) indoor and outdoor seating available. The servers/staff are always friendly and helpful.

Amazing spicy ramen. Vegetarian options are also available. The service was amazing as the waitress offered me to try 3 different beers before deciding the one to pair with my meal.

Good atmosphere, good food, friendly, attentive staff. If you go, you'll enjoy it. However, I think the pricing is a couple dollars high for the portion size of the ramen. The tonkatsu cut was great! The karaage was fresh, crispy, and not oily. I'd visit again, though I wouldn't seek it out.

Omg the Ramen noodles here have just the right amount of pull. The tonkatsu is nice a thick it melts in your mouth!

Excellent ramen! One of the best I had. Very reasonably priced. Beautiful vibe and outdoor seating. Very helpful staff. Strongly recommend.

Strawberry FLAVORED Sake. Feeling like the Gaslamp Naruto. Ate the Chicken Chasu Fried Rice… Fire 🔥.

It’s definitely nice to have a ramen spot in East Village and the location is close enough to the Gaslamp, but distanced enough to give you some peace from the hectic crowds. I’ve eaten here many times over the years, and have not had any issues with finding street parking. It’s unfortunate the adjacent streets are riddled with so many homeless people, but they stay on the other side of the street. The interior is charmingly decorated and cozy, much preferred to the other Tajima locations. Service here is overall good, but not as good as it used to be pre-pandemic. The ramen is pretty good, but the temperature of the soup is inconsistent. There have been times where it’s nice and hot, but sometimes it’s like warm. No ramen is enjoyable when the broth isn’t hot. My usual go to is the original Tonkotsu ramen, which they’ve now named: Tajima Ramen ‘23. My partner ordered the Creamy Chicken Ramen, which is pretty good considering it’s chicken broth based. The noodles have a good bounce and bite to them. I always order a Chili Bomb to accompany my ramen for that lovely kick of spiciness. Chicken Karage is usually a fave of mine, but the Karage here is just alright. Its seasoning is on the light side and the spicy mayo is bland. Overall a decent ramen restaurant that you can always get a quick ramen fix at.

Unique ramen flavors. Very different from traditional shoyu and shio ramen.

Flavorful ramen with plenty of care on ingredients. Vegan options are available. Pokémon Sake flight for Comic Con was a lot of fun and a great value.

Decent and authentic flavors with terrific price. Feel a bit bad about the neighborhood- kinda surrounded by homeless... Ramen's broth balance is perfect- not too salty. The pork was very well done. To have with a small hot sake on this overcast new year's eve- gorgeous! Would definitely come back again. 😋 Ohh customer service was great - friendly and chill 👌

Savory ramen spot in downtown San Diego that serves small bites, poke, and both classic and unique takes on ramen. My personal favorite is their Mexican fusion carnitas ramen. Plus don’t miss happy hour for discounts on appetizers.

Food was good. If you just want to get a ramen kick then this is good. The only thing I was not crazy about was the pork and the egg. Pork was way to thick for ramen and the egg tasted like it was just soaking in soy sauce without all the other spices. Overall not a bad place

What a fantastic experience. Small and cozy with yummy food and fantastic service. The staff is caring and fun. The food was hot and tasty. Ordering was easy and had something for every one - meat to vegans. What an awesome evening.

This spot hit the spot for vegan/vegetarian ramen! It's hard coming by delicious non-pork/beef/chicken options for ramen sometimes and I'm so glad the other place I wanted to go to was closed. My Lyft driver suggests Tajima and it did not disappoint! The ramen broth is so flavorful it felt like a meat broth. The noodles weren't over cooked, the tofu was perfectly crispy, and the eggs . I went two nights in a row :)

Good place for a nice bowl of ramen. The broth is rich, flavourful and on point. The noodles are firm and tangy too. I like the pork meat, there's fat on it and that elevated the taste. There are also others staple side dishes available, similar to other ramen stalls. I like the gyoza and karaage. Both dishes are pan fried and fried respectively to perfection. Area is also conveniently located. Thumbs up!

Food has its simplicity in the most delicious way! I had the creamy chicken ramen (great for the rainy day) an Takoyaki. The ambiance is relaxed and all the staff are so friendly. I would definitely recommend you try it whether you’re a local or a tourist. ☺️

Solid ramen. More cafeteria style than full service, order at the bar and grab a table. Food came out pretty fast and was super delicious. Full bar, some wine, and a decent beer list with local stuff. Fried chicken was excellent and a great appetizer to share. Gyoza is good and comes with 6 pieces. Fried rice is good, the pork belly is fantastic, lots of flavor. Spicey sesame was fantastic! Would definitely order again. Great broth with an excellent texture, lots of flavor and depth. The right amount of spicy. The noodles were great as well. Good sized portion. We will definitely be back.