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4258 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611 · Ramen restaurant, Japanese restaurant · Piedmont Avenue

Creative, high-end ramen with standout broths and serious vegan options, but long waits, noise, and premium pricing; excellence with occasional execution lapses.

Why this grade

Mensho delivers exceptional food quality with rich, layered broths and house-made noodles that justify its premium positioning and strong loyalty base. However, inconsistent noodle texture execution and isolated food safety concerns prevent a higher grade, while tight seating and cramped conditions limit the dining experience despite appealing neighborhood location. A destination-worthy ramen specialist that occasionally stumbles on reliability.

One caveat: Noise and tight seating can reduce comfort at peak times

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Opening Hours

Monday17:00–21:30 Tuesday17:00–21:30 Wednesday17:00–21:30 Thursday16:00–21:30 Friday16:00–22:00 Saturday15:00–22:00 Sunday15:00–21:30
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