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RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen
Tokyo-style ramen / tsukemenConvoy Street ramenTokyo-born cheftsukemenJapanese ramen
RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen is a Convoy Street staple where Tokyo-born chef-owner Junya Watanabe has been serving deeply crafted tonkotsu ramen and tsukemen since 2012, open late nightly until 1 a.m.
- Price
- ¥
- Area
- Kearny Mesa / Convoy
- Since
- 2012
- Chef
- Junya Watanabe
Plate № 85
About
Chef-owner Junya Watanabe was born in Tokyo and apprenticed under three prestigious Japanese ramen masters before establishing RakiRaki on San Diego's Convoy Street in 2012. The restaurant quickly became a neighborhood anchor, valued for its rich, carefully developed tonkotsu broth and its tsukemen — a dipping ramen style where noodles are served separately from a concentrated broth. RakiRaki's late-night hours until 1 a.m. make it a destination for industry workers and night owls alike. Over more than a decade, Watanabe has expanded thoughtfully while maintaining the quality that made RakiRaki one of San Diego's most recognized ramen destinations.
Neighborhood & visiting
RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen sits in Kearny Mesa / Convoy, one of San Diego's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Tokyo-born chef trained under three Japanese ramen masters — genuine craft behind every bowl
- Exceptional tsukemen (dipping ramen) alongside classic tonkotsu — a rare double strength
- Open until 1 a.m. — one of San Diego's best late-night Japanese dining options
- Over 12 years as a Convoy Street institution, beloved by San Diego ramen enthusiasts
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Frequently asked
About RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen
- Is RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen an authentic tokyo-style ramen / tsukemen restaurant in San Diego?
- Yes — RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for tokyo-style ramen / tsukemen in San Diego: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen located?
- RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen is located at 4646 Convoy St Ste 102-A, San Diego, CA 92111, San Diego, USA in the Kearny Mesa / Convoy neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen?
- RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in San Diego we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen?
- RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen sits in the ¥ price range — typical for tokyo-style ramen / tsukemen of this format in San Diego.
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