Ramen Dojo Vs Ramen Parlor in San Mateo

By July 1, 2013 Foodie, Travel 2 Comments

 Last February, we were introduced to Ramen Parlor in San Mateo by Jorge and Maita

Previous entry:  Ramen Parlor, San Mateo March 11, 2013 

We tried to reenact that scene when we arrived but this time with my three ramen boys who are crazy over Ramen!  Unfortunately it was closed since we were delayed a bit in the airport.  Even Ramen Dojo was closed that evening.  So the next day, that was first on the agenda and this was where we had lunch!  We tried Ramen Dojo first since we have not been here yet

 

Postings outside the door – we waited a bit outside since the place was full

Finally we get in- full house!

Menu again on the board

Since there is a minimum charge of  US$ 9.75 per person, and I do not eat Ramen, they ordered these side dishes 🙂  I was still clueless as to what I was going to eat with the rice haha!!   

 

Garlic Pork

First time for me to see boiled gyoza 🙂  Not so good according to the ramen boys

The next day, we went next door to Ramen Parlor.  Ramen Parlor is just across the street from Ramen Dojo 😉 

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To compare the two:

1.)  Both places always have a line of people waiting outside

2.)  In terms of offering – Ramen Parlor has a wider assortment of ramen and other food to offer for non ramen eaters 🙂  

3.)  Staff in Ramen Parlor are much more friendly

4.)  and they tell you nicely that there is a minimum per person- so both places impose a minimum of US$ 9.75  

5.)  No Take out in Ramen Dojo – Take out allowed in Ramen Parlor with one complimentary container per ramen 🙂  Even that is friendly, other places charge when you ask for take out containers  

6.)  Lots of parking space for Ramen Parlor and for Ramen Dojo, just park on the street nearby  

7.)  Since taste is always personal, the Ramen boys say Ramen Parlor is better for them 

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Deep Fried Gyoza

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Takoyaki

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Weekday Lunch Special – add to ramen order for $2.95 🙂  this was mine

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Classic Ramen with deluxe topping Soft shell crab

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Pork Tan tan men

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Parlor Ramen

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Parlor Ramen with Lobster Miso Flavor and corn

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We went back one more time before we went home since Javier wanted Ramen.  What a surprise to bump into Eric, Cinthy and their kids.  They were in line outside while we were leaving.  We were the first customer since we came before opening time at 1130am.  

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Ramen Dojo 805 S B St  San Mateo, CA 94401 (650) 401-6568

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Ramen Parlor 901 S B St  San Mateo, CA 94401 (650) 344-9728

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To summarise, I don’t think the Ramen boys will ever find another ramen place that will beat Ukkokei Ramen.  It seems like that is their basis for everything – and nothing beats Ukkokei.  

Previous entry:  Ukkokei Ramen Ron March 18, 2009 

But while in San Mateo, they personally prefer Ramen Parlor.  Me too 🙂 So we go to Ramen Parlor when craving for ramen in the Bay Area  

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