Welcome to Totoro Ramen
Totoro Ramen in San Mateo, CA, is a top ramen spot on the peninsula, known for its flavorful and authentic dishes. Inspired by the animated movie Totoro, this newly-opened restaurant offers a magical adventure through its self-order system, excellent customer service, and brewed bone broth. Customers rave about the black garlic ramen bowls, with rich broth, tender chashu cuts, and perfectly made black garlic. The curry ramen and King Chicken Katsu Curry are also must-tries, offering generous portions and delicious flavors. With a trendy and casual atmosphere, Totoro Ramen provides a unique dining experience that leaves a lasting impression.
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856 N Delaware St San Mateo, CA 94401 Hotline: (650) 781-3137
Welcome to Totoro Ramen, a sensational franchise that takes pride in serving delectable ramen dishes to satisfy your cravings for authentic Japanese cuisine. Located at 856 N Delaware St, San Mateo, CA, Totoro Ramen is the ideal destination for food enthusiasts seeking a delightful culinary experience.
At Totoro Ramen, we understand the importance of convenience, that's why we offer a range of utilities to cater to your needs. Whether you're looking for a quick bite on the go or prefer the comfort of dining at home, our restaurant provides delivery and takeout services. Additionally, we also offer reservations to ensure a hassle-free dining experience. Our dedication to accommodating every preference extends to our menu, where we proudly offer vegan options and numerous vegetarian dishes. As we believe in inclusive dining, our gender-neutral restrooms and wheelchair accessibility create a comfortable and welcoming environment for all.
With our commitment to customer satisfaction, Totoro Ramen gladly accepts a variety of payment methods including credit cards, Android Pay, Apple Pay, and even cryptocurrency. We strive to be a trendy and casual spot where you can unwind and enjoy your meal amidst a moderate level of noise. Our spacious seating makes us an excellent choice for both individuals and larger groups, and we warmly welcome families with children.
Open for lunch and dinner, Totoro Ramen's prime location boasts a private parking lot, making it easy for you to find parking. Our friendly waitstaff is dedicated to providing exemplary service and ensuring your dining experience is nothing short of exceptional. As we understand the importance of staying connected, we provide free Wi-Fi for our guests.
At Totoro Ramen, we take pride in our wide range of offerings. In addition to traditional ramen, we also offer catering services for special occasions and events. Our outdoor seating area allows you to enjoy your meal in the fresh air, and our happy hour specials provide an excellent opportunity to unwind with friends or colleagues. Furthermore, a well-stocked bar ensures you can complement your meal with a selection of alcoholic beverages.
Please note that dogs are not allowed in our establishment to maintain a comfortable and sanitary environment for all customers. Nevertheless, we invite you to relax and catch up on your favorite shows or sports events with the television provided. Additionally, bike parking facilities are available for those opting for an eco-friendly mode of transportation.
Ensuring customer satisfaction is always our top priority, which is why we offer a military discount to express our gratitude to those who have served and protected our nation.
So, whether you're a ramen aficionado or simply seeking a memorable dining experience, we invite you to visit Totoro Ramen at 856 N Delaware St, San Mateo, CA 94401 or call us at (650) 781-3137 to make your reservation. Experience the bold flavors, warm atmosphere, and impeccable service that make Totoro Ramen stand out from the rest. We eagerly await the opportunity to serve you!
Honestly, this is one of the top ramen spots on the peninsula! One of the best black garlic ramen bowls I've ever had in my life actually (and I have had ramen in Japan).
There are about 9-10 tables inside and you order on the electronic tablet attached to each table. Service is really quick. We have come multiple times when they are both empty and super packed and each time we have received our orders within ten minutes of ordering.
Broth is super flavorful. This place also has some of the best chashu cuts ever. So much flavor and not dry! And the black garlic is made to perfection. It doesn't taste too burnt. The noodles are thin and that's my favorite kind. I don't really have much else to say except that the ramen is excellent. Just try it for yourself.
The Black Garlic soap tastes rich and great. The service is great. Thank you for the food and service today! Happy holiday!
Been here when it first opened years ago but decided to come back to meet a friend for dinner cuz it was a nice easy spot to meet. I ordered the tonkatsu ramen and she had the black garlic ramen. What a great deal they both were. The unami flavors were different for each broth but there was depth to the them. The waitstaff was super chill and gladly refilled our water glasses. The portion was decent and you can't beat the free parking. I will definitely be coming back with my family to grab a ramen with tons of parking!
Totoro Ramen | San Mateo
1. Black Garlic Pork Ramen ~ soy sauce flavored ramen, pork broth, black garlic oil, fresh green onion, bean sprout, roasted pork, bamboo shoots, kikurage mushroom, half cut soft boiled egg, roasted seaweed
2. Curry Ramen ~ curry flavored ramen, fresh green onion, bean sprout, bamboo shoots, kikurage mushroom, corn, soft boiled egg, chicken katsu
This newly-opened ramen restaurant started with the owners, who fell in love with the animated movie known as "Totoro." They eventually decided to open up a ramen spot in San Mateo inspired by the movie. Their entire mission is to provide a magical adventure just like the movie through their self-order system, excellent customer service, and brewed bone broth!
Solid spot for ramen.
The iPad ordering system at each table is very efficient, but also means that I couldn't customize my bowl exactly the way I would with a regular server (I sometimes ask to sub out certain vegetables for others; the only ingredient you can sub on the iPad here is the noodles).
The black garlic broth tasted as expected but it did hit the spot. The kale noodles are a fun color but don't taste any different from regular ramen noodles. The chicken karaage was surprisingly good: lightly battered and well-cooked.
We'd come again if we had a ramen craving and wanted a relaxed experience.
Totoro Ramen is definitely a gem! My friend and I were craving curry on a Monday, most Japanese cuisine restaurants don't open on Monday/Tuesday, and we didn't know what do to... we found Totoro Ramen!
We both ordered King Chicken Katsu Curry and oh man, the portion was HUGE. I could easily split it into 3 meals, and that's a bonus for me since who doesn't love to bring declious leftovers home :P Chicken Katsu was crispy and went well with the curry. I like how the King Chicken Katsu Curry includes a Japanese-style salad on the side, what a nice way to balance the meal with a healthy approach, I approve!
Overall, I enjoy my dining experience at Totoro Ramen, and self-ordering iPad is very convenient. I can't wait to come back and try ramen next time.
Came to Totoro Ramen on a cold night because ramen sounded really good, but I knew I wanted something light at the same time, so I opted for the veggie ramen, which doesn't use pork broth. Instead, it's essentially a light shoyu broth, but I did ask for medium spice. The spice came through fairly clear, probably because I didn't have pork broth to mitigate it, but that's all good because I like a kick!
One thing that stood out to me was the fact that I could use the ordering iPad to request the ramen be made less salty. That's a great customization option for people who find ramen too salty for them!
Overall, I enjoyed my ramen. It came with the essential assorted toppings, and the fried silken tofu had a really light batter that works well with the broth.
I did order a side of extra tofu that never came, but the server very quickly asked if I still wanted it or just wanted it taken off the tab once he found out. Service was great!
ramen was really really good! i thought the broth was really tasteful and the toppings were filling. i added extra fried tofu to my ramen. i love how this restaurant is set up, i can talk to the waiter but i can order through the tablet too if i want. love the totoro theme too :)