Kumako Ramen - San Jose

Fantastic ramen joint with a local vibe and amazing staff. We got a salad for free because they were sorry about the long wait near NYE. Popular as hell even at 2pm. They are that good.

Having frequented a large number of ramen establishments when we lived in Japan, and seeing the positive reviews of this place, we had high hopes for Kumako. It mostly delivered. With sufficient hot sauce, the Raman was good. Staff don’t have the pleasant (even if fake) demeanor of real Japanese staff. Draft Sapporo should be better.

Located in San Jose Japantown, it is a Small but cozy restaurant. Very friendly staff. Great ramen and side dishes. Highly recommended for a quick meal!

I've been to a couple Ramen places here in San Jose. This one is definitely the best. Broth isn't super salty like other places. It's a small place but that's a nice appeal. Will go again soon

The food is not only delicious but also beautifully presented, making each meal a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. The flavors are authentic and rich, truly capturing the essence of traditional ramen.