Ramen selection · Mission District
Taishoken San Francisco
Tonkotsu. Cozy and slightly upscale, in Mission District · 497 reviews on Google
This spot is also praised for its Shio Chuka Soba (chicken ramen), treated by loyal customers as a family classic, and for consistently attentive service. There are recurring complaints about small portions relative to the price.
The highlight
Tsukemen with thick house-made noodles, considered by many customers the best outside Japan
The house
Order the Tsukemen (ramen para mergulhar)
Specialty Tonkotsu
Style Cozy and slightly upscale
Veg options Vegetarian and vegan ramen on the menu
What people say
Comments inspired by 497 reviews
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The tsukemen is the best I've had outside of Japan, easy.
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The noodles are made in-house — firm and on the thicker side — and they really stand out.
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The dipping broth is flavorful and complex without being overly salty, served super hot.
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Easily the best chicken ramen in SF: a broth that's light yet deeply flavorful, clearly simmered with care.
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The chashu was one of the most tender, delicious cuts I've ever had, and the broth is rich and thick.
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The pork melted in our mouths and the egg was perfectly soft — everything was delicious.
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I ordered the vegetarian ramen and it blew my mind — a delicate, silky broth, full of flavor without being heavy.
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The spicy miso ramen and the tsukemen were both 10/10.
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The thin noodles have a lovely spring and a real pocket of flavor.
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Great appetizers, too, and a rich, hearty broth all around.
Before you go
Heads-up
Portions considered small for the price charged (bowls starting at $20)
Hours & location
Address 665 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110
From center ~3.1 km
Hours
- Monday5–9:30 PM
- Tuesday5–9:30 PM
- Wednesday5–9:30 PM
- Thursday5–9:30 PM
- Friday12–3 PM, 5–10 PM
- Saturday12–10 PM
- Sunday12–9 PM
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