Shoki Ramen House

2675 24th St Sacramento, CA 95818

(916) 454-2411

Dress: Casual
Price: $ (Cash Only)

Capacity: 20 ppl max (Get there early)

Hours: Mon-Fri 5:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Tue-Fri 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Sat 12:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

I was recently introduced to a new Japanese restaurant in the Oak Park area which is very similar to what you would find all over Japan. A small hole in the wall place that the locals come from miles around to savor the tasty and soul rejuvenating noodle soups that Master Ramen Chef Yasushi Ueyama creates.

And that's all they serve – Ramen-ya, in two types of broth (shoyu and shio), in three sizes of bowls.

Ramen, ramen, ramen.

"Ramen is very fascinating," reflects Ueyama. "I enjoy making food from scratch using the finest ingredients. I want to share with people that Japanese food isn't all about sushi. I only sell ramen. You can only eat one bowl of ramen at a time. So, I feel I have one chance, one opportunity, to have my customer fall in love with my ippai (bowl) of ramen."

"Ramen makes people happy," he says, smiling. "Trust me. The next time you are unhappy, or you feel bad, eat a bowl of ramen. It will make you happy."

Julia and I love to come to this place, each soup made to order with the option to create your own signature bowl. Ramen, like so many things exalted in Japan – art, religion, gardens – has its origins in China. Noodles have been a staple in Japan for centuries.

Ramen Set - Noodle Soup of choice w/ side of Donburi (Curry Chicken)

Family owned and run, since 2005 Yasushi Ueyama believes in what is Japanese inspired "I feel like I am pouring my heart and soul into each ippai. With this one bowl, I want people to be happy."

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