• Underbelly

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Japanese
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Non-veg

Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen noodle shop with two labeled vegan-izable choices: the charred kimchi ramen and the vegetable ramen with mushroom. NOTE: Reported May 2022 to have limited vegan options - please send updates to HappyCow. Open Mon-Sun 11:30am-12:00am.


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15 Reviews

First Review by Vegan Venturer

LorraineGadsden

Points +7144

Vegan
04 Aug 2024

Meh

While getting dinner with non-veg friends, we opted for Underbelly because they love it and it had an option for me. I thought it was pretty mediocre and overwhelmingly salty (and that’s coming from someone who likes salt). The restaurant itself had a few tables meant for multiple groups to sit at, which isn’t really my thing, as we ended up getting cornered in by two groups, making it an ordeal to get out of our seats. As a side note, we didn’t mind and liked the throwbacks, but the playlist was very 2016-ish rap and pretty loud, which we thought was odd for a restaurant. My cocktail was great, though!

davedk

Points +731

Vegan
15 Mar 2024

Tasty!

Had the only vegan option here with additional tofu wrapped in smoky eggplant. But it was really flavourful, recommended!

Updated from previous review on 2024-03-15

Pros: Tasty

dea_larissa

Points +771

Vegan
09 Feb 2024

It was okay

Had the farmer’s market ramen and while the noodles were great, the toppings were just okay. The broth wasn’t super flavorful and it was a bit too salty. Decent enough for a cold day but there are definitely better ones out there.

rosytea

Points +88

Vegetarian
15 Aug 2023

Eggplant tempura

The eggplant tempura and tofu wrapped in eggplant were amazing, I just wish there were a few more options

EllisonAveryOReill

Points +15

Mostly Veg
26 May 2022

Not bad for Veggie bento

I didn't know Underbelly had veggie options! I went for the ramen and got the vento box. Very filling and highly recommend. No substitutions though.

Pros: Two upfront vegetarian options , All ingredients listed

Cons: Expensive, No substitutions

subterranean

Points +257

Vegan
02 Jun 2021

Incredible ramen!

The ramen here is so good. It's full of veggies and lots of fixings so you can adjust the spice level to your liking. I asked about the broth and yes, it is vegan and clearly labeled, they make ordering vegan options very convenient.

Pros: Great deal for price point

Cons: Wait time can be long as they get busy

catherinetg143

Points +140

Vegan
02 Nov 2020

Delicious, rich flavor

We split the vegan tofu ramen and the tofu salad. Both were amazing and only $10 each. Love the creative seating and cheekiness of this place. Tons of outdoor seating, and they’re super clean and careful with CDC guidelines.

Pros: Ramen, Salad

spodaddyo

Points +25

Mostly Veg
31 Mar 2020

*****Another four stars for a 5-star place, held down by the Cow’s purity test.

Ramen is NOT vegan. It isn’t. It can be vegetarian. It can be forced into a vegan mold and these guys do it for those who want that - so YAY! It’s awesome, and delish and creative and friendly. Open for takeout March 30th during the pandemic lockdown. What a great find! I had the Seedy whatever with their amazing eggplant wrapped tofu and I gotta say, I’m running home mañana and breaking out the tofu press because that was GOOD. Feeling fortunate to find them, go give them some love for staying open and keeping up the fight.

Pros: Delicious, Friendly

AlexandraPico

Points +342

Vegan
21 Jan 2020

Tasty ramen!

My fiancé and I tried both of the vegan ramens. They were both so rich and delicious. You can add the eggplant wrapped tofu as a topping and it’s delicious. It’s a really well designed restaurant and we enjoyed eating in there. Option for indoor or outdoor seating.

Pros: 2 vegan ramens, Cool location , Delicious tofu

Cons: Can be busy , Only vegan appetizer is edamame

VeganNinjas

Points +427

Vegan
14 Dec 2019

Changed Recipe

The Ramen with Brussel Sprouts used to be incredible! Last time we came in the recipe had changed and it wasn’t nearly as good. May give it another chance! 🥑🥑

facewizard

Points +78

Vegetarian
07 Jul 2019

Really good greasy vegan ramen

I love extremely greasy ramen. This is something I know about myself. Was extremely pleased to find a place with really rich vegan broth! I had the ramen with brussels sprouts and broccoli in it and enjoyed it a lot!

kd1575a

Points +64

Vegan
07 Apr 2019

Bad flavors

I LOVE ramen and eat it as often as possible. On a recent trip to San Diego, I found this place and was really excited to try it. The broth tasted very off to me. Super salty, a tiny bit smoky, but no other flavors to round everything out. It was honestly hard to keep eating. I’ve never not finished a massive bowl of ramen, but I left half the seedy side ramen behind. Did not enjoy at all. Partner got a tonkotsu version and liked it okay.

Pros: Cauliflower on seedy side ramen , Cool atmosphere-especially the side by side table, Vegan noodles, but must specify you want them

Cons: Bad tasting vegan ramen

RainaRose

Points +32

Vegan
02 Jan 2019

Good Ramen

Very yummy vegan ramens. I had the veggie and my mom has the seedy ramen, both of which we enjoyed. Also, the waiters a very friendly!

sjwinn9

Points +85

Vegan
22 Dec 2018

Vegan Ramen

Their items were clearly labeled, the only caveat was you had to request vegetable noodles.

Vegan Venturer

Points +142

Vegan
15 Jan 2015

Delicious vegan ramen

Make sure you ask for the vegan broth AND the vegan noodles (that are delicious). I almost got non-veg noodles with my vegan broth because I didn't specify both and they didn't assume I'd want my entire bowl vegan. The spinach noodle ramen with mushrooms & asparagus is delicious and a satisfying portion too. I can't wait to return!




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