Shio (salt) ramen

Place: Santouka Ramen
Location: San Jose / Costa Mesa
Website: http://www.mitsuwa.com/tenant/santouka/eindex.php
Recommended by: Eugene
Summary: It's been a while since I had Santouka, and honestly I've been slightly disappointed the past two visits, but it's still my favorite in the States (although not by much. More to come later). You get a broth with great depth, kansui noodles, and tender chashu.

Be warned that it is pretty salty. Ramen is supposed to be.