Russian Hill, San Francisco · restaurant
A snug Hakata-style ramen spot on Polk where bowls arrive semi-deconstructed—noodles and broth in one vessel, toppings on a plate alongside it. The Regular comes with bamboo, a jammy egg, and chashu that stays caramelized even sitting in the broth; the Deluxe adds extra pork for $5 and is worth it. Karaage rounds out the order, but plan on a waitlist—the room fills fast with solo diners and small groups.