Karami Ramen – Japanese
Steaming bowls of artisanal ramen take center stage in this vibrant noodle shop, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of slow-simmered broths and toasted spices. From the citrusy brightness of yuzu shoyu to the fiery, soul-warming heat of habanero-infused miso and signature Tantanmen, each dish offers a masterclass in balance, layering silky noodles with indulgent touches like melting butter corn or rich, velvety Tori Paitan. It is a sanctuary of comfort and bold innovation, where every spoonful captures the essence of traditional techniques reimagined for the modern palate.
3860, Convoy Street, San Diego, CA, 92111 +18584306300 https://www.karamiramen.com0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Karami Ramen
Dairy-Free at Karami Ramen
Karami Ramen in San Diego has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Cutlet (4pcs) and Vegan Special. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Karami Ramen
Karami Ramen in San Diego has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Cutlet (4pcs). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Karami Ramen
Karami Ramen in San Diego has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Takoyaki (4pcs), Vegan Special and Fried Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Karami Ramen
Karami Ramen in San Diego has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Yuzu Shoyu Ramen and Takoyaki (4pcs). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Karami Ramen
Karami Ramen in San Diego has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Cutlet (4pcs). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Karami Ramen
Karami Ramen in San Diego has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Vegan Special. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Karami Ramen
Karami Ramen in San Diego has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Special and Fried Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Karami Ramen
Karami Ramen in San Diego has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Takoyaki (4pcs) and Vegan Special. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Karami Ramen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Yuzu Shoyu Ramen | 28 g | 55.5 g |
| Cold Ramen (Rei-men) | 37.4 g | 52.9 g |
| Curry Rice | 90 g | 40.2 g |
| Chicken Cutlet (4pcs) | 12.9 g | 39 g |
| Thai Shoyu | 3.3 g | 34 g |
| Hiyashi Chuka | 88.8 g | 32.6 g |
| Curry Shoyu | 5.3 g | 31.7 g |
| Miso Tonkotsu | 3 g | 30.5 g |
| Tori Paitan Shio | 36.6 g | 29.2 g |
| Vegan Special | 56.6 g | 25.5 g |
| Takoyaki (4pcs) | 3.3 g | 22.4 g |
| Tori Paitan Shoyu | 9.6 g | 21.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Menu
Ramen Specials
- Tantanmen - $16.5: Spicy creamy sesame broth, ground pork, green onion, egg, corn Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuzu Shoyu Ramen - $16.5: Vegetable broth (onion, garlic, ginger), Yuzu-Kosho, chicken chashu, egg, cabbage, bamboo shoots, green onion, shredded nori Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butter Corn Shio Ramen - $16.5: Tori-Paitan Shio ramen, salty butter, sweet corn Available at: dinner, lunch
Signature Ramen
- Karami Ramen - $15.95: Tori paitan chicken broth, special spice blend, 2 slices pork chashu, seasoned boiled egg, cabbage, bamboo shoots, green onion, corn, red ginger Available at: dinner, lunch
Classic Ramen
- Miso Tonkotsu - $14.95: Chicken broth, tonkotsu, soy bean paste, pork chashu, egg, cabbage, bamboo shoots, green onion Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tori Paitan Shio - $14.95: Chicken broth, salted base, chicken chashu, egg, cabbage, bamboo shoots, green onion Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tori Paitan Shoyu - $14.95: Chicken broth, soy sauce base, chicken chashu, egg, cabbage, bamboo shoots, green onion Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Spicy Ramen
- Habanero Miso - $15.95: Chicken broth, habanero paste, pork chashu, egg, cabbage, bamboo shoots, green onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Shoyu - $15.95: Chicken broth, Thai chili & garlic paste, pork chashu, egg, cabbage, bamboo shoots, green onion Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aka Oni - $16.5: Chicken broth, extra hot spices, pork chashu, egg, cabbage, bamboo shoots, green onion Available at: dinner, lunch
Special Ramen
- Kuro Truffle - $17.5: Black truffle, chicken broth, 2 slices pork chashu, egg, cabbage, bamboo shoots, green onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Special - $15.95: Spinach noodle, creamy soybean soup, tofu, cabbage, corn, tomato, bamboo shoots, green onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Shoyu - $15.95: Soy sauce broth, house curry, pork chashu, egg, cabbage, bamboo shoots, green onion Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Summer Specials (May-September)
- Hiyashi Chuka - $15.5: Cold noodles, soy sauce & vinegar dressing, pork chashu, shredded egg, red ginger, bamboo, tomato, green onion, seaweed Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cold Ramen (Rei-men) - $15.5: Cold soup, firm noodles, pork chashu, seasoned boiled egg, bamboo shoots, green onion, corn, nori, sesame seeds. Choice of Shoyu or Miso-Tonkotsu Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Dishes & Add-ons
- Fried Rice - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kara-age Don - $8.5: Fried chicken over rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Rice - $8.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chashu Don - $8.5: Pork chashu over rice Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza (4pcs) - $5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kara-age (4pcs) - $5: Japanese fried chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takoyaki (4pcs) - $5: Octopus balls Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cutlet (4pcs) - $5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Karami Ramen
- Is Karami Ramen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Karami Ramen has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Cutlet (4pcs) and Vegan Special.
- What can I eat at Karami Ramen on a dairy-free diet?
- Chicken Cutlet (4pcs) and Vegan Special carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Karami Ramen have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Special.
- Is Karami Ramen gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Karami Ramen?
- Yuzu Shoyu Ramen, at roughly 55.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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