Kaiju Eats Ramen & Izakaya
Tonkotsu. Small and cozy, family atmosphere, in Richmond District · 615 reviews on Google
Also serves skewers, curry, and sake on a menu that goes beyond classic ramen. Service is the most inconsistent point, with reports ranging from genuine warmth to episodes of rudeness.
Creative ramen topped with crispy karaage — several customers say it's the only spot in SF doing this combo
The house
What people say
Comments inspired by 615 reviews, summarized with AI
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Great ramens with monstrous flavor, a good vibe and a menu with a lot to offer.
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The karaage is the best I've had — tender, moist and packed with flavor, and the sauce is unreal.
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The karaage ramen is on another level; it's my number one ramen spot in the country.
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Best miso in San Francisco — I genuinely crave it.
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The KO ramen has a great tonkotsu broth and is packed with meat; you get a whole rib!
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Excellent, rich broth, moderately spicy, with elastic noodles — great balance.
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I'm from Japan, and honestly the quality of every dish here is above what I had back home.
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They even do a miso ramen with gluten-free yam noodles — thin, glossy and delicious.
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The Jaeger (lamb skewer ramen) and the Gyozilla are both worth trying.
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An adorably cozy, hidden-gem spot with fun atmosphere and attentive service.
Before you go
Inconsistent service — several reports of rude staff or slow service during peak hours
Hours & location
- Monday11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
- Tuesday11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
- Wednesday11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
- Thursday11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
- Friday11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
- Saturday12–3 PM, 5–10 PM
- Sunday12–3 PM, 5–10 PM
Hours from Google, checked Aug 2026. Confirm on Maps before you go.
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