Sobo Ramen – Japanese
Steaming bowls of comfort meet the satisfying crunch of golden-fried treasures in this vibrant space, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of ginger and toasted garlic. The signature Mayu Black Garlic Ramen arrives as a masterpiece of deep, earthy flavors, its dark oil swirling atop a rich broth that perfectly complements an array of crispy karaage and shatteringly delicate tempura.
2000, Milvia Street https://www.soboramen.com/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Sobo Ramen
Dairy-Free at Sobo Ramen
Sobo Ramen in Berkeley has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon Wrapped Quail Eggs, Edamame and Chicken Skin Skewer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Sobo Ramen
Sobo Ramen in Berkeley has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon Wrapped Quail Eggs, Chicken Skin Skewer and Chicken Thigh Skewer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Sobo Ramen
Sobo Ramen in Berkeley has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soft Shell Crab, Shrimp Tempura and Agedashi Tofu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Sobo Ramen
Sobo Ramen in Berkeley has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Karaage, Agedashi Tofu and Chicken Skin Skewer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Sobo Ramen
Sobo Ramen in Berkeley has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Skin Skewer, Chicken Thigh Skewer and Sayuri Nigori Sake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Sobo Ramen
Sobo Ramen in Berkeley has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Skin Skewer, Chicken Thigh Skewer and Sapporo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Sobo Ramen
Sobo Ramen in Berkeley has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Skin Skewer, Chicken Thigh Skewer and Fried Enoki. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Sobo Ramen
Sobo Ramen in Berkeley has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Tofu & Scallions Skewer and Sapporo. 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 Sobo Ramen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp Tempura | 29.1 g | 33.1 g |
| Spicy Miso Ramen | 0 g | 28.8 g |
| Pork Belly Ramen | 90.4 g | 28.1 g |
| Tofu & Scallions Skewer | 0 g | 26.9 g |
| Clarified Tonkotsu with Botan Ebi & Ankimo | 2.3 g | 26.1 g |
| Mazemen | 9.6 g | 25.9 g |
| Chicken Katsu Don | 66.5 g | 24.8 g |
| Tan Tan Ramen | 12.3 g | 22 g |
| Chicken Skin Skewer | 0 g | 17.8 g |
| Karaage | 0 g | 17 g |
| Yogurt Soju | 37.5 g | 16 g |
| Chashu Don | 31.5 g | 14.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Karaage - $12: Lightly coated and deep fried chicken. Soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sake marinated. Yuzu aioli. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza - $10: Chicken pan fried dumplings. Crunchy chili, peanuts and a sesame vinaigrette. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agedashi Tofu - $9: Crispy fried tofu in dashi broth. Bonito flakes and green onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Shell Crab - $14: Thin battered. Yuzu dip. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $6: Organic soybeans in pod. Tossed in sea salt. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Salad - $7: Wakame seaweed & tangy sesame dressing. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Enoki - $8: Crispy fried enoki mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura - $12: Lightly battered fried shrimp Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Tempura - $10: Assorted seasonal vegetables fried in tempura batter Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Ramen
- Mayu Black Garlic Ramen - $18: Pork bone broth, black garlic oil, chashu, ajitama egg, bok choy, & green onions. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shokupan Katsu Curry Ramen - $19.5: Japanese milk bread crusted fried chicken cutlet served over a rich, creamy curry tonkotsu broth. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Ramen - $19: Pork bone broth, thick cut pork belly, bok choy, fried onions, fried garlic, pickled red onions, & green onions. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Miso Ramen - $17.5: Soft tofu, fried tofu, sliced pan fried tofu, spicy red fireball, roasted corn, & green onions. Vegetarian option available. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mazemen - $18.5: Soupless ramen. House-made wide chili noodles, numbing spice ground pork, light cured runny yolk, pickled onions & cucumbers, fried aromatics, peanuts, & green onions. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Matcha Ramen - $18: Matcha, rich coconut broth, house-made vegan noodles, soft & fried tofu, fried enoki, and a yuzu cold foam. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Purple Matcha Ramen - $19: Savory, silky broth topped with a smooth ube finish. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tan Tan Ramen - $18.5: Creamy nutty broth with mouth numbing peppers, gojuchang ground pork, house spicy noodles, raw egg, and dried garlic/onion/peanut mix. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Squid Ink Ramen - $20: Briny, rich, tonkotsu squid ink broth, house-made squid ink noodle with chashu, ajitama egg, and a spice fireball. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clarified Tonkotsu with Botan Ebi & Ankimo - $25: Clarified pork bone broth, Japanese sweet shrimp, and monkfish liver. Available at: dinner, lunch
Yakitori & Skewers
- Chicken Thigh Skewer - $4.5: Grilled chicken thigh Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Meatball Skewer - $4.5: Grilled chicken meatball Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Skin Skewer - $4: Crispy grilled chicken skin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Wrapped Quail Eggs - $5.5: Quail eggs wrapped in bacon Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Skewer - $5: Grilled pork belly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu & Scallions Skewer - $4: Grilled tofu and fresh scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Donburi Rice Bowls
- Chashu Don - $14: Braised pork belly over rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Teriyaki Don - $14: Teriyaki chicken over rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu Don - $15: Fried chicken cutlet with egg and onions over rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Chicken Don - $15: Japanese curry with chicken over rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Thai Tea - $5: Sweetened spiced tea with milk
- Lemonade - $4.5: Choice of Original or Raspberry
- Ito En Bottled Tea - $4: Oolong Tea, Hojicha, or Green Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Soda - $3: Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, or Sprite
Beer, Sake & Soju
- Suntory Premium Malt's - $9: Japanese pilsner with creamy foam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Sapporo - $7: Japanese pale lager Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Maui Waui IPA - $8: Single malt IPA with tropical notes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Matcha Sour Cocktail - $13: Soju, house matcha, vermouth, lemon, and bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Lychee Dream Cocktail - $12: Lychee soju cocktail Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Yogurt Soju - $11: Yogurt, soju, and sprite. Flavors: Mango, Strawberry, Melon, or Peach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Sayuri Nigori Sake - $18: Cloudy, unfiltered sake Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Sobo Ramen
- Is Sobo Ramen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Sobo Ramen has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon Wrapped Quail Eggs, Edamame and Chicken Skin Skewer.
- What can I eat at Sobo Ramen on a dairy-free diet?
- Bacon Wrapped Quail Eggs, Edamame and Chicken Skin Skewer carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Sobo Ramen have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Edamame and Tofu & Scallions Skewer.
- Is Sobo Ramen gluten-free?
- 4 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 Sobo Ramen?
- Shrimp Tempura, at roughly 33.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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