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Best Ramen Restaurants in The Excelsior (94112)

3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: June 2026

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Our Top Pick
21 Taste House
Lobster-enriched tonkotsu variations at budget-friendly prices.

Notable Picks

$ Ingleside
Compact ramen shop on Ocean Ave known for lobster-forward tonkotsu variations and quick turnarounds. Bowls land rich and porky with options like black garlic and spicy oil, making it a dependable weeknight stop.
Must-Try Dishes: Lobster Tonkotsu Ramen, Black Garlic Tonkotsu, Red Chili Oil Tonkotsu
What Makes it Special: Lobster-enriched tonkotsu variations at budget-friendly prices.

Worthy Picks

$$ Outer Mission
Neighborhood Japanese spot in the Excelsior with a broad menu that includes a dedicated ramen section. Bowls skew classic—think tonkotsu, shoyu, and spicy miso—served fast for casual dinners or takeout.
Must-Try Dishes: Tonkotsu Ramen, Shoyu Ramen, Spicy Miso Ramen
What Makes it Special: Broad Japanese menu with straightforward ramen staples at fair prices.
$$ Westwood Park
Modern Japanese restaurant that supplements sushi and robata with a small ramen lineup. The miso-based bowls are reliable add-ons when you want a full-service sit-down experience on Ocean Ave.
Must-Try Dishes: Spicy Tokyo Style Miso Ramen, Tokyo Style Miso Ramen, Chicken Katsu Ramen
What Makes it Special: Full-service setting with ramen options alongside sushi and robata.