Nishiki Ramen
Opened in 2015 by two Japanese ramen veterans, in the Mitsuwa plaza just off Convoy — rich tonkotsu, the garlicky Smoke Bomb Black, curry ramen and the fiery Akuma, plus vegan bowls, gluten-free noodles and a kids' ramen meal. Fast, family-friendly and open until 11pm on weekends.
- Ramen $15.95–25.95
- Parking: Medium: plenty of spaces on weekdays, busy on weekend afternoons
- Details checked Oct 2026.
8055 Armour St #201A, San Diego, CA 92111
Nishiki Ramen is a mid-priced ramen spot in Hawthorne Crossings on Armour Street in the Convoy District in San Diego's Kearny Mesa. Regulars order the Smoke Bomb Black — their No. 1 seller and the Curry ramen. Parking is medium.
Parking at Hawthorne Crossings
Medium- Fills up: Sat–Sun 1–7pm · Easiest: weekdays 8–10pm
- Shared with: Mitsuwa Marketplace, Kumi Sushi Grill
Big Hawthorne Crossings lot shared with Mitsuwa — plenty of spaces on weekdays, busy on weekend afternoons.
Park once, walk to
- Tokyo Central Grocery · 4 min
- Champs Korean BBQ Korean BBQ · 6 min
- Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai Ramen · 6 min
Hawthorne Crossings guide Every lot on Convoy
Fill times estimated from Google's Popular Times for the spots in this lot. Walk times are estimates.
Happy hour
Staff mention a weekday happy hour (Monday to Thursday); ask for the current times.
Every happy hour and lunch special on Convoy
Deals change often — confirm with Nishiki Ramen before you go.
Good to know before you go
Diet & allergies
- Vegan ramen and gluten-free noodles on request, plus a kids' meal (half bowl of ramen, fries, chicken tenders and a yogurt drink, 12 and under)
Cost & paying
- A 15% service charge is added to every bill — no need to tip on top
- Staff mention a weekday happy hour (Monday to Thursday) — ask for the current times
Waits & timing
- Join the online waitlist — you wait outside and the full party must be present to be seated; expect about 15 minutes on weekend evenings
At the table
- Eggs and extra chashu cost extra; several recent reviews say the standard bowls come with just one or two thin slices of pork
- No outside food
Dessert or tea after Nishiki Ramen
Nothing sweet in the plaza or right next door. Closest option:
- Beard Papa's Get: Original puff with vanilla bean custard — the one regulars come back for
Nishiki Ramen vs other Convoy ramen
| Spot | Order | Price | Latest close | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nishiki Ramen | Smoke Bomb Black | $$ | 11pm | Medium |
| Menya Ultra | Tonkotsu Ajitama | $$ | 9pm | Medium |
| Tajima Ramen Convoy | Carnitas ramen | $$ | 11:30pm | Medium |
| RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen | Oxtail ramen | $$ | midnight | Brutal |
Nishiki Ramen: quick answers
What should I order at Nishiki Ramen?
Regulars order the Smoke Bomb Black (black garlic tonkotsu) — their No. 1 seller, Curry ramen (add an egg — it isn't included), Akuma, the spicy one — genuinely hot.
Is parking easy at Nishiki Ramen?
Parking is rated Medium for this lot at peak times. Big Hawthorne Crossings lot shared with Mitsuwa — plenty of spaces on weekdays, busy on weekend afternoons.
What should I know before going to Nishiki Ramen?
A 15% service charge is added to every bill — no need to tip on top. Eggs and extra chashu cost extra; several recent reviews say the standard bowls come with just one or two thin slices of pork. Join the online waitlist — you wait outside and the full party must be present to be seated; expect about 15 minutes on weekend evenings.
Where can I get dessert or boba near Nishiki Ramen?
The nearest is Beard Papa's, 0.3 miles away (about 8 minutes on foot).
Does Nishiki Ramen have a happy hour?
Staff mention a weekday happy hour (Monday to Thursday); ask for the current times.
Does Nishiki Ramen take reservations?
Join the online waitlist; you wait outside and the full party must be present to be seated; expect about 15 minutes on weekend evenings.
Nishiki Ramen hours
| Mon | 11am–10pm |
| Tue | 11am–10pm |
| Wed | 11am–10pm |
| Thu | 11am–10pm |
| Fri | 11am–11pm |
| Sat | 11am–11pm |
| Sun | 11am–10pm |
How to find it
Details checked October 2026. Wrong hours, closed, or changed? Report a problem