Uchiwa Ramen – Japanese
Steam rises from deep bowls in this vibrant neighborhood haunt, where the air is thick with the savory scent of ginger-marinated chicken karaage and pan-seared gyoza. The kitchen invites a playful exploration of Japanese comfort, pairing the satisfying crunch of house-made spam chips and tender chashu tacos with refreshing, sesame-dressed salads. It is a soulful retreat where traditional techniques meet modern cravings, offering a warm and energetic space to linger over inventive small plates and steaming noodles.
5614, Bay Street +15108085179 https://www.uchiwaramenemeryville.com/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, 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, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Uchiwa Ramen
Dairy-Free at Uchiwa Ramen
Uchiwa Ramen in Emeryville has 17 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Small Broth, Large Broth and Vegan Shio Ramen. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Uchiwa Ramen
Uchiwa Ramen in Emeryville has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Small Broth, Large Broth and Roasted Garlic Seasoning. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Uchiwa Ramen
Uchiwa Ramen in Emeryville has 22 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Takoyaki (6), Spicy Kimchi and Small Broth. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Uchiwa Ramen
Uchiwa Ramen in Emeryville has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chashu (2), Pork Gyoza (6) and Chicken Katsu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Uchiwa Ramen
Uchiwa Ramen in Emeryville has 18 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Shio Ramen, Cucumber Salad and Vegan Miso Ramen. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Uchiwa Ramen
Uchiwa Ramen in Emeryville has 21 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Shio Ramen, Cucumber Salad and Vegan Miso Ramen. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Uchiwa Ramen
Uchiwa Ramen in Emeryville has 14 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Shio Ramen, Cucumber Salad and Vegan Miso Ramen. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Uchiwa Ramen
Uchiwa Ramen in Emeryville has 6 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cucumber Salad, Small Noodles and Roasted Garlic Seasoning. 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 Uchiwa Ramen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Miso Ramen | 52.7 g | 37.2 g |
| Vegan Shio Ramen | 82 g | 36.2 g |
| Tonkotsu Ramen | 59.5 g | 34.5 g |
| Sub Organic GF Brown Rice Noodles | 130.7 g | 25.4 g |
| Vegetarian Miso Ramen | 16.5 g | 23.2 g |
| Chashu (2) | 0 g | 18.8 g |
| Pork Gyoza (6) | 1.5 g | 17.6 g |
| Kids Bowl | 76.7 g | 17.1 g |
| Chicken Katsu | 3.2 g | 16 g |
| Ginger Chicken Rice Bowl | 15.5 g | 15.3 g |
| Vegan Miso Ramen | 28.8 g | 12.3 g |
| Sho Chiku Bai Premium Junmai (Carafe) | 29.1 g | 9.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Bean Sprout Salad - $6.95: Cooked bean sprouts tossed in a light garlic-sesame dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Salad - $6.95: Thinly sliced Japanese cucumbers marinated in vinaigrette dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chashu Tacos (3) - $14.25: Braised pork belly served with a spicy Asian taco sauce and topped with coleslaw. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Karaage (6) - $14.25: Fried boneless marinated chicken (halal) served with a soy-mayo dip. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $7.15: Boiled soybean pods 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
- Pork Gyoza (6) - $11.55: Fried pork dumplings served with a ponzu sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Gyoza (6) - $12.55: Fried vegetable dumplings served with a ponzu sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Pops (4) - $11.55: Deep fried panko crusted shrimp on a skewer served with sweet chili sauce and ponzu mayo. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spam Chips (12) - $11.55: Panko battered Spam deep fried and served with spicy ketchup. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spam Musubi (4) - $7.4: Spam Sushi. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kimchi Spam Musubi (4) - $8.4: Spam Sushi with Kimchi. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Glazed Chicken Wings (4) - $12.75: Fried wings tossed in a honey-garlic glaze. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Egg Rolls (3) - $11.55: Filled with sautéed ground turkey and served with a sweet chili sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takoyaki (6) - $12.75: Fried octopus balls topped with Kewpie mayo, takoyaki sauce, furikake, bonito flakes, and green onions. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Ramen
- Tonkotsu Ramen - $20: Rich broth, fresh ramen noodles, chashu (braised pork belly), half soft-boiled egg, bean sprouts, spinach, mushroom, green onions, bamboo shoots. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shoyu Ramen - $19: Savory soy sauce broth, fresh ramen noodles, chashu (braised pork belly), half soft-boiled egg, fish cake, bean sprouts, bok choy, mushroom, green onions, bamboo shoots. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shio Ramen - $19: Flavorful light broth, fresh ramen noodles, chashu (braised pork belly), half soft-boiled egg, bean sprouts, bok choy, mushroom, green onions, bamboo shoots. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Ramen - $20: Hearty miso broth, fresh ramen noodles, chashu (braised pork belly), half soft-boiled egg, bean sprouts, asparagus, corn, green onions, pickled vegetables, bamboo shoots. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tantanmen - $20: Hearty light sauce, fresh ramen noodles, sautéed ground turkey in a chili/miso/sesame sauce, half soft-boiled egg, bean sprouts, bok choy, green onions. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Miso Ramen - $19: Hearty miso broth, fresh ramen noodles, tofu, half soft-boiled egg, bean sprouts, spinach, asparagus, corn, green onions, pickled vegetables, bamboo shoots. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Shio Ramen - $18.5: Light veggie broth, organic gluten free brown rice ramen noodles, tofu, bean sprouts, bok choy, mushroom, green onions, bamboo shoots. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Miso Ramen - $20: Hearty miso broth, organic gluten-free brown rice ramen noodles, tofu, bean sprouts, spinach, asparagus, corn, green onions, pickled vegetables, bamboo shoots. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Bowl - $10.85: Shoyu or Shio broth, fresh ramen noodles, chashu (braised pork belly), half soft-boiled egg. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Fried Ramen - $19.5: Pan-fried ramen noodles with bean sprouts, bok choy, onions, asparagus, carrots, red bell peppers, and shiitake mushrooms. Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Dishes
- Chicken Katsu - $19: Marinated chicken breast breaded with Panko, deep fried. Served with steamed rice, coleslaw, pickled veggies and choice of curry or tonkatsu sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ginger Beef Rice Bowl - $17.5: Sliced Certified Angus Beef, ginger, garlic and onions stir fried and served over rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ginger Chicken Rice Bowl - $16.5: Tender pieces of chicken (halal), ginger, garlic and onions stir fried and served over rice. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Add-ons
- Chashu (2) - $5: Braised pork belly Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Small Broth - $3.85 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Broth - $6.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Noodles - $3.85 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Noodles - $6.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Add a Single Veggie - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Double Veggie - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Spicy Kimchi - $3.55 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Chili Oil - $2: Mild, Spicy, or Extra Spicy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Soy Free
- Sub Organic GF Brown Rice Noodles - $3.85 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Half Soft Boiled Egg - $2 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Steamed Rice - $3.65 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Garlic Seasoning - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
- Kirin Ichiban Lager (Draft) - $8.95: 16oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Fieldwork Pilsner (Draft) - $8.95: 16oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Asahi Super Dry Lager (Bottle) - $7.95: 11oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Yuzu Shochu Cocktail - $10.95: Yuzu citrus syrup, Michiko Japanese shochu, 20% ABV. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Sho Chiku Bai Premium Junmai (Carafe) - $10.95: 10oz, Hot or Cold
- Japanese Creamy Soda - $6.95: Mango or Melon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Japanese Ramune Soda - $5.05: Original, Strawberry or Yuzu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Coke - $3.55
- Hot Tea - $3.55
Frequently Asked Questions about Uchiwa Ramen
- Is Uchiwa Ramen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Uchiwa Ramen has 17 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Small Broth, Large Broth and Vegan Shio Ramen.
- What can I eat at Uchiwa Ramen on a dairy-free diet?
- Small Broth, Large Broth and Vegan Shio Ramen carry the dairy-free tag, out of 17 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Uchiwa Ramen have vegan options?
- Yes. 18 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Shio Ramen and Cucumber Salad.
- Is Uchiwa Ramen gluten-free?
- 8 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 Uchiwa Ramen?
- Miso Ramen, at roughly 37.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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