Opening hours
Closed · opens 5:00 PM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Palo Alto: 2:18 PM (PST). Holiday hours may differ – call (650) 326-8640 to confirm.
Location & directions
445 South California AvenuePalo Alto, CA
About Ramen Kowa
Ramen Kowa is a Japanese restaurant you'll find at 445 South California Avenue in Palo Alto, California. It is one of 193 places to eat and drink we list in Palo Alto.
Ramen Kowa is open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Note that it closes between lunch and dinner service on 7 days of the week.
You can visit for takeout, outdoor seating, and dine-in.
Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and cash. Phone: (650) 326-8640.
Quick facts
- Category
- Japanese Restaurant
- Address
- 445 South California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA
- Phone
- (650) 326-8640
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 12 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Japanese restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Ramen Kowa’s weekday schedule with 6 other Japanese restaurants in Palo Alto. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, earlier than 67% of them (the typical opening time is 11:30 AM) and closes at 8:30 PM, in line with the typical 8:30 PM.
In total it is open about 51 hours a week, about the same as the local median (52.2 hours). 83% of Japanese restaurants in Palo Alto open on Sundays, and Ramen Kowa is one of them.
Compared with 6 other Japanese restaurants in Palo Alto that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Japanese restaurants in California
Based on 126 menus with 13,104 priced items from Japanese restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.95 and $18.95.
We don’t have Ramen Kowa’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Japanese restaurants in California typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Edamame | 57% | $6.50 |
| Miso Soup | 49% | $3.50 |
| California Roll | 48% | $9.47 |
| Shrimp Tempura | 44% | $11.49 |
| Spicy Tuna Roll | 43% | $10.00 |
| Gyoza | 40% | $9.00 |
| Seaweed Salad | 37% | $8.05 |
| Rainbow Roll | 30% | $18.00 |
Calculated from 126 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Restroom
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Cash
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Ramen Kowa there are 41 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 55 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (10), Chinese (5), Mexican & Tex-Mex (4), and Burgers & Fast Food (4).
Competition is healthy: 3 other Japanese restaurants are within a mile and 9 within three miles. The closest is Jin Sho, < 0.1 mi away.
13 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Indian & South AsianNamaste< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodKali Greek Kitchen< 0.1 mi
- Mediterranean & Middle EasternMediterranean Wraps< 0.1 mi
- ThaiLotus Thai Bistro< 0.1 mi
- ItalianTerún Pizzeria< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a Japanese restaurant
Japanese restaurants include sushi bars, ramen shops, izakayas (casual drinking spots with small plates), teppanyaki grills where chefs cook at the table, and specialists in tempura, udon, katsu or yakitori. Many sushi restaurants also offer cooked dishes and bento boxes, so there is something for diners who do not eat raw fish.
What to order
- Nigiri – fish over rice; the purest test of quality
- Ramen – tonkotsu, shoyu or miso broths at specialist shops
- Chirashi or a bento box – good value at lunch
- Gyoza and edamame – easy starters for the table
Good to know
- Lunch sets are usually much cheaper than the same food at dinner.
- Omakase counters often have fixed seatings – book ahead and arrive on time.
- Nigiri is traditionally eaten in one bite; a little soy sauce on the fish, not the rice.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Ramen Kowa's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Monday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Is Ramen Kowa open on Sunday?
Yes, Ramen Kowa is open on Sundays: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Ramen Kowa located?
Ramen Kowa is located at 445 South California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA.
What is the phone number of Ramen Kowa?
You can call Ramen Kowa at (650) 326-8640.
Does Ramen Kowa offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Ramen Kowa, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout, outdoor seating, and dine-in.
Is Ramen Kowa open late?
Yes – Ramen Kowa is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Ramen Kowa?
There are 55 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Ramen Kowa. Nearby options include Namaste (< 0.1 mi), Kali Greek Kitchen (< 0.1 mi), and Mediterranean Wraps (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other Japanese restaurants near Ramen Kowa?
3 other Japanese restaurants within a mile. The closest is Jin Sho, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do Japanese restaurants in California cost?
Based on 126 menus with 13,104 priced items from Japanese restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.95 and $18.95.
Nearby places
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