Rakiraki Ramen Menu

Rakiraki Ramen, located in San Diego, offers a diverse menu with options for pescatarians, vegans, and those with dietary restrictions. The restaurant provides a casual yet trendy ambiance, perfect for a lunch or dinner outing. Customer reviews praise the delicious ramen noodles, especially the house special mochi noodles made from glutinous rice. The broth options, including spicy miso and chicken or pork-based broths, are highlighted for their excellence. While the service may have room for improvement in terms of attentiveness, the friendly staff and wide variety of creative ramen choices make this spot a must-visit for ramen lovers. Expect a bustling atmosphere and potential wait times during peak hours, but the overall experience at Rakiraki Ramen is worth the visit.

Raki Starters

Steamed Edamame

Steamed and tossed in natural sea salt

$5.95

Garlic Edamame

Sautéed garlic and Ichimi chili powder

$6.95

Wagyu Edamame

work-fired edamame with A- wagyu butter.

$6.95

Takoyaki

Rounded crispy battered chopped octopus. Sauced with mustard mayo and okonomiyaki, topped with katsuobushi (bonito flakes)

$12.40

Ikageso Karaage

Crispy deep-fried delicate squid legs served with our house special sauce.

$14.40

Stuffed Jalapeño Tempura

Fresh jalapenos stuffed with imitation crab meat and Philadelphia cream cheese. Topped with pickled radish, spicy Japanese mayo and custom eel sauce.

$12.95

Crispy Gyoza

Extra crispy gyoza skin filled with our original triple-pressed X.O. kurobuta pork infused with organic garlic, Japanese ginger, and organic sesame oil.

$12.95

Yaki Gyoza

Pan seared gyoza skin filled with our original triple-pressed X.O. kurobuta pork infused with organic garlic, Japanese ginger, and organic sesame oil.

$12.95

Teppan Veggies Gyoza

Pan-seared house made spinach gyoza skins filled with minced tofu and vegetables, served with our house ponzu dipping sauce.

$11.95

Crispy Veggie Gyoza

Extra crispy house made spinach gyoza skins filled with minced tofu and vegetables, served with our house ponzu dipping sauce.

$11.95

pc Karaage

piece side of our crispy chicken karaage.

$5.95

pc Gyoza

piece side of our crispy gyoza

$6.95

Side Oxtail

Tender oxtail pieces simmered in a savory broth, garnished with fresh green onions.

$16.40

Chicken Karaage

The original chicken karaage, now with JCK fiery options!

$14.95

JCK Chicken & Chips

Crispy Karaage Chick-N-Chips. Antibiotic fresh chicken strips and a side of honey butter French fries, served with spicy honey and fiery red sauce

$12.95

Katsu-Sando & Chips

Kurobuta tonkatsu between two thick pieces of shokupan white bread, custom sesame tonkatsu sauce and spicy KEWPIE mayo and a sea salt or togarashi fries

$15.95

RakiRaki Karaage Fries

Crispy golden fries topped with karaage and a trifecta of chimichurri, spicy mayo and eel sauce

$17.95

RakiRaki Coleslaw

Organic Japanese sesame dressing, daily fresh delivered from local farmers' tri-colored cabbage, carrot and onion.

$4.95

Tokyo Fries

Crispy, golden and heavily seasoned with Japanese furikake and togarashi spices.

$4.40

Sea Salt Fries

Crispy, golden and lightly salted.

$4.40

RakiRaki Bento Box

Original or Fiery Red Crispy Karaage, jumbo gyoza, takoyaki, and a Rakiraki Sushi Roll, served with our signature in house sauces

$29.95

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Raki Ramen & Tsukemen

Original Chicken Ramen

Handcrafted original mochi noodles and original chicken broth topped with bamboo shoots, green onions, wok-stirred organic bean sprouts, crushed sesame and dry nori sheet.

$14.95

Signature Shoyu Ramen

Rakiraki % original chicken broth mixed with our shoyu (soy sauce) blend. Topped with green onions, wok-stirred organic bean sprouts, bamboo, sesame seeds, marinated half egg and dry nori sheet.

$15.95

Original Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen

Handcrafted original mochi noodles and deluxe tonkotsu broth, topped with bamboo shoots, wok-stirred organic bean sprouts, five-spice soy sauce pickled egg, garlic chips, green onions, kikurage woodear mushroom, and crushed sesame.

$15.95

Yokohama Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen

Handcrafted original mochi noodles and deluxe tonkotsu broth mixed with our shoyu (soy sauce) blend. Topped with bamboo shots, wok-stirred organic bean sprouts, five-spice soy sauce pickled egg, garlic chips, green onions, kikurage wood ear mushroom and crushed sesame.

$15.95

Rikimaru Miso Tonkotsu Ramen

Handcrafted original mochi noodles and miso tonkotsu broth topped with bamboo shoots, wok-stirred organic bean sprouts, five-spice soy sauce pickled egg, garlic chips, green onions, kikurage woodear mushroom and crushed sesame.

$16.95

Spicy Miso Tonkotsu Ramen

Handcrafted original mochi noodles and miso tonkotsu broth mixed with our spicy akadama. Topped with bamboo shoots, wok-stirred organic bean sprouts, five-spice soy sauce pickled egg, garlic chips, green onions, kikurage woodear mushroom and crushed sesame.

$17.95

Vegetarian Miso Ramen

Handcrafted original mochi noodles with blends of organic vegetable miso broth, topped with tofu cutlets, bamboo shoots, green onions, corn, cabbage, crushed organic sesame and kikurage woodear mushroom.

$18.95

Black Edition Ramen

Handcrafted original mochi noodles and deluxe tonkotsu broth mixed with fermented organic garlic oil roasted with natural bincho charcoal for hours. Topped with bamboo shoots, wok-stirred organic bean sprouts, five-spice soy sauce pickled egg, garlic chips, green onions, kikurage woodear mushroom, and crushed sesame.

$17.40

Red Edition Ramen

Handcrafted original mochi noodles and deluxe tonkotsu broth mixed with fermented spicy takano-tsume red chili pepper, paprika and sesame oil. Topped with bamboo shoots, wok-stirred organic bean sprouts, five-spice soy sauce pickled egg, garlic chips, green onions, kikurage woodear mushroom, and crushed sesame.

$17.40

Setagaya Curry Ramen

Handcrafted original mochi noodles and setagaya curry pork broth topped with cabbage, corn, five-spice soy sauce pickled egg, garlic chips, green onions and crushed sesame.

$19.95

Akasaka K-Town Kimchee Ramen

Rakiraki hard-pressed original mochi noodles, original shoyu tonkotsu broth topped with stir-fried kimchee and underbelly, fire-flamed kurobuta spare rib, tofu cutlet and wok-stirred organic bean sprouts.

$22.40

Kurobuta Spare-Rib Ramen

Hand pressed original mochi noodles, original shoyu tonkotsu broth topped with fire-flamed Kurobuta yakiniku sparerib and wok-stirred organic bean sprouts.

$22.95

Oxtail Ramen

Hand crafted original mochi noodles and premium hakata tonkotsu broth with bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, -spice soy sauce pickled egg, garlic chips, green onions, kikurage woodear mushroom and crushed sesame, served with a side of jumbo braised oxtail oz. and a side of fresh shredded ginger in ponzu dipping sauce and serrano pepper in red miso pepper paste.

$23.95

Tonkotsu Tsukemen

Tonkotsu Tsukemen - Ramen dipped in rich pork broth. Options include chicken, chasiu, underbelly, no meat, sub tofu, or yakiniku ribs.

$19.95

Oxtail Tsukemen

Oxtail tsukemen features thick noodles served cold alongside a rich, savory broth typically including tender braised oxtail, garnished with green onions and bamboo shoots.

$24.95

Fire-Flamed Underbelly Tsukemen

Tonkotsu tsukemen broth served with original handcrafted mochi dipping noodles, pork karaage and topped with bamboo shoots, wok-stirred organic bean sprouts, five-spice soy sauce pickled egg, garlic chips, green onions, kikurage wood ear mushroom and crushed sesame.

$21.95

Miso Tonkotsu Tsukemen

Miso tonkotsu broth, served with noodles on the side. Choice of chicken, chasiu, underbelly, no meat, sub tofu, yakiniku ribs.

$21.95

Spicy Miso Tsukemen

Spicy miso tsukemen with choice of chicken, chasiu, or underbelly. Served mild or hot.

$22.95

Gyoza Curry

Our famous crispy pork gyoza with setagaya kurobuta tonkatsu curry sauce over rice with sole-slaw, pickled radish and -spice tonkatsu dipping sauce.

$20.95

Kurobuta Rib Curry

Kurobuta sparerib with setagaya kurobuta tonkatsu curry sauce over rice with sole-slaw, pickled radish and -spice tonkatsu dipping sauce.

$23.95

Tonkatsu Curry

Pork cutlet with setagaya kurobuta tonkatsu curry sauce over rice with sole-slaw, pickled radish and -spice tonkatsu dipping sauce.

$22.95

Chicken Katsu Curry

Chicken cutlet with setagaya kurobuta tonkatsu curry sauce over rice with sole-slaw, pickled radish and -spice tonkatsu dipping sauce.

$22.95

Teriyaki Chicken Don

Donburi rice bowl with setagaya soboro, topped with chicken teriyaki and garnished with pepper threads.

$12.95

Sesame Tofu Don

Donburi rice bowl with setagaya soboro (ground chicken), topped with crispy sesame tofu and garnished with pepper threads.

$13.95

Prime Black Angus Beef Don

Donburi rice bowl with setagaya soboro (ground chicken), topped with thinly sliced goudon beef and onion, garnished with pickled ginger.

$14.95

Kurobuta Don

Donburi rice bowl with setagaya soboro (ground chicken), topped with a fire-flamed kurobuta spare rib and half a soy sauce pickled egg. Topped with pepper threads and spring greens.

$15.95

Tonkatsu Don

Donburi rice bowl with setagaya soboro (ground chicken), topped with a pork cutlet and organic egg custard, and garnished with pepper threads.

$14.95

Chicken Katsu Don

Donburi rice bowl with setagaya soboro (ground chicken), topped with a chicken cutlet and organic egg custard, and garnished with pepper threads.

$14.95

JCK Karaage W/ Curry Don

Donburi rice bowl with setagaya soboro (ground chicken), topped with our chicken karaage and topped with our house curry sauce.

$14.95

Underbelly Kimchee Don

Donburi rice bowl with setagaya soboro (ground chicken), topped with pork underbelly, house made kimchee and fried tofu.

$15.95

Curry Tonkatsu Don

Donburi rice bowl with setagaya soboro (ground chicken), topped with a pork cutlet and topped with our house curry sauce.

$14.95

Yakiniku Beef Don

Donburi rice bowl with setagaya soboro (ground chicken), topped fire-flamed yakiniku spare rib, and garnished with pepper threads and pickled ginger.

$15.95

Raki Curry & Rice

Pure Sushi

Classic California Roll

In: crab meat, cucumber and fresh farmers' market avocado Top: sesame seed

$9.95

California Spicy Crunchy Roll

In: Crab meat, cucumber and fresh farmers' market avocado Top: spinach crunch bitz and spicy Japanese mayo

$13.95

RakiRaki Roll

In: Shrimp tempura, crab meat, cucumber and Philadelphia cream cheese Top: spinach crunch, spicy mayo and eel sauce

$14.95

Extra Crispy Crunchy Roll

In: shrimp tempura, fresh farmers' market avocado, cream cheese and jalapeno Top: tempura fried, eel sauce and spicy Japanese mayo.

$14.95

Spicy Tuna Roll

Freshly rolled sushi with spicy tuna, avocado, and a drizzle of spicy mayo. Served with wasabi and pickled ginger.

$14.95

Caterpillar Roll

Sushi roll with eel, cucumber, avocado, and crab, drizzled with eel sauce, served with pickled ginger and wasabi.

$14.95

Soft Shell Crab Roll

Crispy soft shell crab, avocado, and cucumber rolled in seasoned sushi rice, garnished with sesame seeds, served with pickled ginger and wasabi.

$14.95

Cucumber & Avocado Roll

Cucumber and avocado wrapped in seaweed and rice, a simple yet classic combination for sushi lovers.

$8.00

Coke

The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.

$2.75

Diet Coke

A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.

$2.75

Sprite

The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.

$2.75

Dr Pepper

Unique blend of flavors, carbonated soft drink.

$3.95

Canned Green Tea

Canned green tea, typically a refreshing beverage with a subtle, soothing flavor derived from steeped green tea leaves.

$3.25

Canned Oolong Tea

A refreshing beverage made from partially fermented oolong tea leaves, sealed in a can for convenience.

$3.25

Lemonade

Refreshing citrus beverage.

$3.50

Strawberry Lemonade

Refreshing strawberry-infused lemonade, a perfect summer thirst-quencher.

$3.50

Peach Lemonade

Peach-infused lemonade- a delightful blend of tangy citrus and juicy peach flavors.

$3.50

Strawberry Ramune

A Japanese soda, carbonated and infused with a sweet strawberry flavor.

$3.50

Apple Juice oz

Freshly pressed apple juice with a crisp and sweet taste.

$3.00

Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Vegan Starters

Vegan Seaweed Salad

A mix of marinated seaweed typically includes sesame seeds and a light, seasoned dressing.

$6.00

Jumbo Crispy Vegan Gyoza

Four jumbo gyoza stuffed with a flavorful filling of garlic tofu, veggies, glass noodles and Japanese herbs and spices, topped off with our house made gravy.

$14.00

Vegan Agedashi Tofu

Tofu lightly battered with Japanese purple yam and served with our house tsuyu sauce.

$9.00

Vegan Karaage

crispy no-chicken, battered in curry, served with our house made aiolis "$, chicken nugget" topped with a marinated medley of micro cilantro and red onion.

$15.00

Brussel Sprout Skillet

Crispy Brussels sprouts glazed with sweet wasabi aioli and chili threads.

$12.00

Vegan Bao Buns

Miso shiitake mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes, chimichurri mayo, eel sauce, pickled red onions, and cilantro.

$14.00

Vegan Garlic Edamame

Wok sizzled with garlic and Japanese red pepper for a soothing aroma.

$6.95

Organic Corn Baby Back Ribs

Organic baby back corn ribs over creamy polenta, custom bbq sauce, togarashi spiced, negi green onion

$9.00

Vegan Stuffed Jalapeño Tempura

Farm fresh Jalapeño stuffed with Tofutti vegan cream cheese, seasoned impossible meat, topped with spicy Japanese mayo, custom eel sauce, and diced green onion

$14.00

The Classic

hand crafted oodles and classic broth topped with bamboo shoots, tofu no-chasiu, kikurage woodear mushroom, crispy kabocha pumpkin, sautéed bean sprouts, steamed bok choy, green onions, and garlic chips.

$18.00

Tantanmen

Hand crafted noodles and spicy sesame broth topped with spicy marinated impossible meat, fresh corn, cabbage, sauteed bean sprouts, kikurage woodear mushrooms, steamed bok choy, green onions and garlic chips.

$19.00

Triple Tomato

Number selling vegan ramen at RAKIRAKI Ramen since . Handcrafted noodles and konbu dashi tomato broth topped with bamboo shoots, tofu no-chasiu, crispy kabocha pumpkin, kikurage wood ear mushroom, sauteed bean sprouts, steamed bok choy, green onions and fermented cherry tomatoes.

$19.00

Kyoto Shoyu

Light and clear soy sauce based vegan ramen topped with bamboo shoots, tofu no-chasiu, kabocha, pumpkin, kikurage woodear mushroom, sauteed bean sprouts, bok choy, green onion and garlic chips.

$18.00

Truffle Ramen

Truffle infused creamy vegetable broth, truffle sautéed eggplant and bok choy. Topped with sweet corn, bamboo, negi onions and truffle zest.

$24.00

Vegan Ramen

Vegan Sushi

Vegan Nigiri pc

Most traditional way of serving and eating sushi (highly recommended). Start your taste pallet off in the right direction with this mouth watering umami platter. This Okamase, chef choice, will allow you to taste up to eight different flavors of each vegetable. As our "daily picks" change, please ask for the daily nigiri selections.

$7.00

Little Italy Roll

In: a medley of Japanese mushrooms: tempura enoki, miso glazed shiitake and seared eryngii Top: avocado, Italian inspired aioli and finished with seared slices of fresh rainbow tomatoes

$19.00

Stressed Out Roll

In: smoked tofu, no-cream cheese, avocado Top: drizzled in a sweet shoyu and spicy aioli pickled smoked jalapenos (fried)

$21.00

Vegan Caterpillar Roll

In: crispy miso shiitake, panko no-shrimp, cucumber Top: fresh avocado, sweet shoyu, spicy aioli

$18.00

Believer Roll

In: avocado, no-shrimp, no-cream cheese Top: no-spicy tuna, spicy aioli, sweet shoyu, torched and seared

$19.00

Queen Dragon

In: no-shrimp tempura, avocado, no-crab, cucumber Top: eggplants, avocado, eel sauce, and sweet potato crispy strings

$20.00

Vegan California Roll (GF)

Vegan California roll with avocado, cucumber, and vegan crab. Gluten-free. Choose between white or black rice.

$15.00

Lucky Jade

In: avocado, vegan cream cheese, asparagus, cucumber Top: smoked jalapenos, chimichurri mayo, an chef blend

$19.00

Vegan Dream Come True

All in one favorites includes our famous no-chicken karaage, jump crispy vegan gyoza, nigiri, roll, seaweed salad and edamame with our in house signature sauces.

$28.00

Vegan Sushi Bento

Includes nigiri sampler, omakase sushi roll, assorted salad with blueberry vinaigrette ponzu, seaweed salad and edamame.

$28.00

Neon Gravestones

In: no-spicy tuna, panko, no-shrimp, cucumbers Top: Assortment of fermented bell peppers, fermented Jalapeños, eggplant, fresh avocado, finished with spicy ponzu and green onions

$19.00

Hanzo Sword

In: Fermented Eryngii mushroom, tempura green onion, no-shrimp Top: Pickled serrano, truffle aioli, lemon zest and green onion

$19.00

Kenzan Roll

In: Organic Kaiware sprouts, crispy tempura carrot, squash, kabocha, asparagus Top: Creamy Sesame Aioli, Crunchy California almond slices

$19.00

Amakara Roll

In: No-shrimp, spicy no-tuna, tempura enoki, cucumber, and our special S spread Top: eggplant, avocado, cucumber, S glaze and marinade micro pearls

$21.00