Where is the best ramen in San Francisco?

Based on diner recommendations, the best ramen in San Francisco is at Mensho Tokyo SF. We compared 14 restaurants serving ramen.

How much does ramen cost in San Francisco?

Ramen prices in San Francisco range from $14.00 to $21.50 across 14 restaurants.

Best Ramen in San Francisco

14 restaurants compared

Price range: $14.00 – $21.50

Avg recommendation: 91%

Top 5 Ramen in San Francisco (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 14 restaurants:

Mensho Tokyo SF, $16.00 (Tenderloin)
Ippudo, $20.50 (Yerba Buena)
Hinodeya Ramen, $15.00 (Japantown)
Hinodeya Ramen, $15.50 (Japantown)
Marufuku Ramen, $14.50 (Japantown)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 14 Restaurants Compared

Mensho Tokyo SF

Tenderloin·$$$

Spicy Tori Paitan Ramen

$16.00

Creamy chicken broth with chili kick, topped with chashu and seasonal vegetables.

Tip: Ask for it with moderate spice first — you can always add more heat at the condiment station.

Ippudo

Yerba Buena·$$

Yuzu Shoyu

$20.50

Chicken broth with shoyu soy and bright yuzu citrus.

Tip: Perfect if you want something lighter than tonkotsu but still deeply flavorful.

Hinodeya Ramen

Japantown·$$

Miso Ramen

$15.00

Miso-forward broth with deeper, roasted flavors and noodles.

Tip: Pairs well with cold water to cleanse your palate between sips.

Hinodeya Ramen

Japantown·$$

Vegan Ramen

$15.50

Vegetable-based dashi broth without any fish or animal products.

Tip: Great option if your party has mixed dietary needs — vegan diners get a real ramen experience, not a compromise.

Marufuku Ramen

Japantown·$$

Spicy Tonkotsu

$14.50

Classic tonkotsu with added chili oil and spiced toppings.

Tip: Start with medium spice — you can add more at the table with the chili paste provided.

Ippudo

Yerba Buena·$$

Karaka Spicy

$21.50

Tonkotsu with spiced miso-bolognese and chili.

Tip: Start with medium spice — Ippudo's heat is cumulative, not immediate.

Mensho Tokyo SF

Tenderloin·$$$

Lamb Tonkotsu Ramen

$16.50

Orange-hued broth with cumin and chili, ground lamb, and diced red onion.

Tip: Call ahead to confirm availability — this special rotates and isn't always on the menu.

Ippudo

Yerba Buena·$$

Akamaru Modern

$21.50

Tonkotsu broth with umami paste, giving it deeper savory notes.

Tip: If you find Shiromaru too mild, Akamaru hits more robust flavor notes without being spicy.

Mensho Tokyo SF

Tenderloin·$$$

Vegan Tantanmen

$19.00

Soy cream and peanut-based broth with sesame and spiced elements.

Tip: Sit at the counter to watch the kitchen work — the speed and precision of plating is impressive.

#10

Hinodeya Ramen

Japantown·$$

Tonkotsu Ramen

$14.50

Pork bone broth in a lighter style than Hakata, thin noodles with chashu.

Tip: This is the bridge between shio and tonkotsu — order it if you want to try both styles.

#1195% recommend

Mensho Tokyo SF

Tenderloin·$$$

Tori Paitan Ramen

$18.00

Creamy chicken and duck fat broth with springy noodles, chashu, and egg.

Tip: The broth is so rich it coats your palate — you'll want to pace yourself and appreciate each spoonful.

#1292% recommend

Marufuku Ramen

Japantown·$$

Tonkotsu Ramen

$14.00

Hakata-style pork broth with thin noodles, chashu pork, egg, and wood ear mushroom.

Tip: Ask your server for recommended noodle firmness — you can customize from soft to firm. Most first-timers prefer firm for the springy bite.

#1390% recommend

Hinodeya Ramen

Japantown·$$

Shio Ramen

$14.50

Salt-based dashi broth with kombu, bonito, and dried scallop, thin noodles.

Tip: Finish the broth — the umami of the seafood-based stock is why people come here.

#1488% recommend

Ippudo

Yerba Buena·$$

Shiromaru Classic

$21.00

18-hour tonkotsu pork broth with thin noodles, chashu, egg, mushroom.

Tip: Customize noodle firmness from soft to firm — most first-timers prefer firm for the springy texture.