Ramen is worth the wait

Located the heart of Kearny Mesa and open since 2012, the lines out the door are proof enough that the ramen at RAKIRAKI is worth the wait! Diners take their seats in an ultra-chic space beneath Japanese lanterns. An up-to-the-minute open kitchen allows diners to watch the chefs in action preparing succulent bowls of ramen “aburi” style, complete with novel toppings. Sip on a Japanese sake and enjoy the Original Signature Ramen with handcrafted noodles and original chicken broth topped with bamboo shoots, green onions, organic crushed sesame, wakame seaweed and your choice of aburi organic chicken or aburi chasiu. Other authentic Japanese dishes include starters, salads, specialty rolls, curry, tsukemen, dipping noodles, ramen burgers and rice bowls. Additional locations throughout San Diego. (4646 Convoy St., #102-A, San Diego, CA 92111; (858) 573-2400).