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Ramen Gaijin in Sebastopol

Michelin Bib Gourmand ramen shop and izakaya on the downtown Sebastopol plaza, with house-made noodles and a cocktail bar.

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About the Restaurant

Ramen Gaijin is a ramen shop and izakaya on the downtown Sebastopol plaza, and the sister restaurant of Khom Loi. Noodles are made in house, and the kitchen pairs local ingredients with traditional technique.

The Michelin Guide, which awards a Bib Gourmand, mentions light shoyu and spicy tantanmen ramen, karaage and crispy tofu, and recommends the counter seats for watching the cooks. There is a full cocktail and spirits list and a kids' menu.

Getting There With a Chauffeur

A warming bowl of ramen is a good reset in the middle of a west county tasting day. Lunch service ends at 2:30, so plan morning tastings to arrive in time. We drop you on the plaza and pick up when you are ready.

Typical drive times to Ramen Gaijin (without traffic):

  • A few minutes from Sebastopol
  • From downtown Santa Rosa: about 11 minutes (7 miles)
  • From the Healdsburg Plaza: about 29 minutes (22 miles)
  • From Calistoga: about 39 minutes (24 miles)
  • From the Sonoma Plaza: about 47 minutes (28 miles)

Your chauffeur drops you at the door, waits while you dine, and drives everyone home. Gratuity is always included in our prices. Call or text 833-915-2436, or reserve online.

At a Glance

Location

6948 Sebastopol Ave, Sebastopol, CA 95472

Cuisine

Japanese ramen and izakaya

Michelin Guide

Bib Gourmand

Hours

Tuesday to Saturday, lunch noon to 2:30 p.m. and dinner 5 to 9 p.m.; happy hour 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday.

Reservations

Resy. Large parties email the restaurant.

Price

$$

Good to Know

Counter seats look into the kitchen. Kids' menu and takeout available.

Website

Restaurant website ↗

Wineries Nearby

Make a day of it: these Sebastopol wineries pair well with a meal at Ramen Gaijin. Your chauffeur books the tastings and times the day so you arrive for your reservation.

More places to eat: our Napa and Sonoma restaurant guide.

Questions

Does Ramen Gaijin take reservations?

Yes, on Resy. Large groups should email the restaurant.

When is Ramen Gaijin open?

Tuesday to Saturday for lunch (noon to 2:30 p.m.) and dinner (5 to 9 p.m.). It is closed Sunday and Monday.

Can we stop for ramen on a wine tour?

Yes. It is in downtown Sebastopol near Russian River Valley wineries; we plan the stop around lunch hours.

Dinner Is Better When Nobody Has to Drive

Your chauffeur picks you up, waits while you dine and brings everyone home, gratuity included. Or start with a private wine tour and finish at the table. Reserve online in minutes, or call or text 833-915-2436.

Reserve Now

Hours, menus, prices and Michelin listings change; please confirm with the restaurant. More places to eat: see our full Napa and Sonoma restaurant guide.

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