Ippudo - Cupertino
Ippudo
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The restaurant from Cupertino offers 21 different dishes and drinks on the menu for an average price of $7.6.
IPPUDO CUPERTINO, located in Cupertino, CA, is a delightful Japanese restaurant that boasts an average rating of 3.9 stars. Join the community of food lovers and see why so many rave about the dining experience here! Open daily from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, don’t miss your chance to indulge in authentic Japanese cuisine. To ensure a smooth visit, consider calling ahead to reserve your table at (408) 721-6789. Prefer to enjoy your favorite dishes from home? You can conveniently order from IPPUDO CUPERTINO through DoorDash. Plus, the menu features appealing vegetarian options for those seeking plant-based meals. Looking to explore other culinary delights in the area? Check out SomiSomi and Myungrang Hot Dog for similar experiences. Have you dined at IPPUDO CUPERTINO before? Share your thoughts with fellow diners!.
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Located in Cupertino Main Street. This is a benchmark Authentic Japanese ramen restaurant. Worldwide locations, sharing this wonderful broth, and delicious noodles. My favorite is their Akamaru modern ramen, Tonkotsu pork broth with black sesame sauce,slices of chashu pork and thin noodles. For a more standard offering, I recommend the shoyu ramen with curly noodles: saltybroth, soft boiled egg, chashu pork. View all feedback.
What Carlotta Mann dislikes about Ippudo:
I love ippudo in Japan however I had a very different experience here in Cupertino. The gyoza were almost cold and I was disappointed by the taste. Then I was shocked by the ramen bowl size. They are quite small and more like kid's size than adultsize. I could easily finish it. We had takoyaki as well and I left feeling hungry. Ramen is one of the cheapest options inJapan and paying $95 for lunch (4 persons, before t... View all feedback.
We came into the restaurant thinking it won't be as good as Ippudo in Japan. Surprisingly, it was delicious! The cha su don was a nice appetizer to share. We got the Akaru modern ramen which in my opinion was the best tasting ramen, and the Karka Spicyramen very spicy. We enjoyed the Hakata (thin noodles) firm noodle texture, which holds onto the broth so well. We didn'tmind sitting by the bar counter. The metal chairs were a little uncomfortable, but it wasn't so bad that we couldn't sit onit. It does get busy, so make sure you get there early and get a table.
I love ippudo in Japan however I had a very different experience here in Cupertino. The gyoza were almost cold and I was disappointed by the taste. Then I was shocked by the ramen bowl size. They are quite small and more like kid's size than adultsize. I could easily finish it. We had takoyaki as well and I left feeling hungry. Ramen is one of the cheapest options inJapan and paying $95 for lunch (4 persons, before tip) seems unacceptable.
This was probably my second visit in a few years, and I’ve noticed a clear improvement in both the menu and the overall quality of the ramen. My rating has gone from 3 stars to 4. For my meal, I ordered the Akamaru Modern ramen and found the Tonkotsu broth to have a richer flavor compared to a year ago. Great job on that. I chose the firm noodles, which I recommend. Just for fun, I tried the Sho Chiku Bai sake to support a local Berkeley brewery and was pleasantly surprised. It was sweet, with a clean finish and no bitter aftertaste. The soup arrived lukewarm—I would have preferred it hotter, but it was too much trouble to ask them to reheat it. The interior features a mix of metal chairs and wooden benches, with a warm beechwood atmosphere. We arrived early around 11:30 am, so it wasn’t crowded. Seating options include booths, communal tables, and some bench-metal chair combinations along the walls. Regarding COVID precautions, you are asked to sanitize your hands upon entry with the alcohol gel provided at the door. Tips: 1) Arrive early around 11:30 am to avoid long waits. 2) Order the Hakata firm noodles so they don’t get soggy if you take your time eating.
On a Saturday around 7 PM, my group of three added ourselves to the Yelp waitlist and only waited about 5 minutes before being seated. The restaurant didn’t seem too busy, and we requested a table rather than bar seating. The servers were attentive, and our food arrived quickly. The shrimp baos were wonderfully crispy, and I really enjoyed the slightly sweet sauce—it was a unique twist. The karaage was fried to perfection, with the chicken so juicy and fatty that even though there were only five pieces, it felt worth it. The ramen was pretty standard, but I’m a fan. I can definitely see myself coming back. The total bill, including tax and tip, was roughly $35 per person (we shared two starters among the three of us, and each ordered their own ramen).
Located on Cupertino Main Street, Ippudo is a standout authentic Japanese ramen restaurant. With locations worldwide, they bring their exceptional broth and tasty noodles to many fans. My favorite dish is the Akamaru Modern Ramen, featuring rich Tonkotsu pork broth blended with black sesame sauce, tender slices of chashu pork, and thin noodles. For a classic option, I suggest the Shoyu Ramen with curly noodles, a savory broth, soft-boiled egg, and chashu pork.
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Shiromaru Classic Ramen$16.1Spicy Ramen
Akamaru Modern Ramen$17.3R I C E B O W L S
Chāshū Rice Bowl$7.4Teriyaki Rice Bowl
Chicken Karaage Rice Bowl$6.8Dessert
Yuzu Cheesecake$3.9Matcha Cheesecake$3.9
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