Baka Umai

Veg Options Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu

Very vegan-friendly chevron_right

★ 4.3 · $$ · Hours

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lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the vegan Mazemen for a flavorful broth-less noodle dish" "Try the vegan Mazemen for a flavorful broth-less noodle dish"
"Add spicy fermented mashes like habanero or ghost pepper to customize heat level"
"Order Baka Bites (deep fried tofu over rice) for a tasty vegan starter"
"Ask staff about veganizing other dishes; kitchen is willing to accommodate"
"Vegan options are gluten-free friendly, suitable for GF diners"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  ramen, agedashi tofu, veggie gyoza ramen — popular (×18)
agedashi tofu — popular (×3)
veggie gyoza — popular (×3)
mazemen — popular (×2)
miso ramen — popular (×2)
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, many vegan options, gluten free options friendly staff ×7
many vegan options ×7
gluten free options ×2
fast service
clearly marked vegan options ×2
 

Baka Umai is a Japanese restaurant known for its ramen with a clear vegan menu offering multiple vegan ramen and noodle dishes. The setting is casual with friendly staff and notable spicy options that appeal to spice lovers. Reviews praise the quality of vegan broths, house-made noodles, and gluten-free compatibility, though some find the vegan ramen less impressive compared to other cities.

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Hours

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Sunday 12-7:30 PM

Monday Closed

Tuesday Closed

Wednesday 11 AM-2 PM,5-9 PM

Thursday 11 AM-2 PM,5-9 PM

Friday 11 AM-9 PM

Saturday 11 AM-9 PM

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4703 SE Hawthorne Blvd #100
Portland
OR 97214

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Spinach Rating

star 4.3

out of 5

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External ratings

star 4.6 (419 reviews)

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star 3.67 (6 reviews)

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Vegan Friendliness

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Very vegan-friendly

Vegan Options

many

Protein Options

tofu, shiitake mushrooms, soy chorizo, vegetables

Menu Clarity

separate menu labeling

Staff Knowledge

Knowledgeable

Warnings info

No warnings

Baka Umai

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Vegan Friendliness

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