Santouka – Japanese
Steaming bowls of rich, ivory-colored broth take center stage at this bustling ramen destination, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of slow-simmered bones and toasted sesame. Guests savor the legendary melt-in-your-mouth tenderness of roasted pork cheeks alongside perfectly springy noodles and golden-yolked eggs, creating a soul-warming experience that feels like a culinary embrace from Hokkaido.
675, Saratoga Avenue, San Jose, CA, 95129 +14084461101 https://www.santouka.co.jp/en/shop-foreign/usa/foreign01-0060Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, omad, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Santouka
Dairy-Free at Santouka
Santouka in San Jose has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tokusen Toroniku (Roasted Pork Cheeks) and Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Santouka
Santouka in San Jose has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tokusen Toroniku (Roasted Pork Cheeks) and Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Santouka
Santouka in San Jose has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg) and Negimeshi (Rice with Green Onion). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Santouka
Santouka in San Jose has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Char Siu Ramen. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Santouka
Santouka in San Jose has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tokusen Toroniku (Roasted Pork Cheeks) and Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Santouka
Santouka in San Jose has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tokusen Toroniku (Roasted Pork Cheeks) and Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Santouka
Santouka in San Jose has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tokusen Toroniku (Roasted Pork Cheeks) and Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Santouka
Santouka in San Jose has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg). 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 Santouka
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Miso Ramen | 52.7 g | 37.2 g |
| Spicy Miso Ramen | 0 g | 28.8 g |
| Char Siu Ramen | 0.2 g | 11.9 g |
| Negimeshi (Rice with Green Onion) | 79.5 g | 11.2 g |
| Tokusen Toroniku (Roasted Pork Cheeks) | 1.6 g | 9.4 g |
| Shio Ramen | 4.8 g | 7.3 g |
| Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg) | 2 g | 5.4 g |
| Yaki Gyoza (Fried Dumplings) | 5.8 g | 1.5 g |
| Shoyu Ramen | 2.8 g | 1.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Menu
Main Courses
Our signature ramen featuring soup made from scratch using pork bones boiled for long hours.
- Shio Ramen - $12: White tonkotsu pork bone soup, red pickled plum Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shoyu Ramen - $12: Soy sauce based soup with a hint of fish, roasted pork fillet Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Ramen - $12: Tonkotsu soup blended with akamiso (soybean paste) Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Miso Ramen - $13: Miso sauce based on a secret recipe with three kinds of chili peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Char Siu Ramen - $15: Ramen with extra roasted pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tokusen Toroniku Ramen - $17: Plain ramen served with roasted pork cheeks on a separate plate Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Dishes
Perfect accompaniments to your ramen bowl.
- Tokusen Toroniku (Roasted Pork Cheeks) - $8: Pork cheek meat Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Negimeshi (Rice with Green Onion) - $4.5: White rice, katsuobushi, nori, diced green onions Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg) - $1.5: Soft-boiled egg Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, OMAD, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Yaki Gyoza (Fried Dumplings) - $6: Fried pork and vegetable dumplings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Santouka
- Is Santouka dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Santouka has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tokusen Toroniku (Roasted Pork Cheeks) and Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg).
- What can I eat at Santouka on a dairy-free diet?
- Tokusen Toroniku (Roasted Pork Cheeks) and Hanjuku Tamago (Soft-boiled Egg) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is Santouka gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are 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 Santouka?
- Miso Ramen, at roughly 37.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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