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08/24/2026
WHO SAYS RAMEN HAS TO BE HOT? βοΈπ
Meet our Hiyashi ChΕ«ka β Japanese Cold Ramen.
Cold ramen noodles loaded up with avocado, cucumber, tomato, krab, fresh greens, negi and sesame, finished with our house sauce.
And because more is moreβ¦ add shrimp. π€
Cold. Fresh. Bright. A little sweet and a little tangy. And exactly what ramen should taste like when it's 75Β° and sunny in Ocean Beach.
Pair it with a cold draft and you've pretty much figured out summer. πΊ
π The Bowl 4953 Newport Ave β’ Ocean Beach
OBEats
08/14/2026
WHAT ARE YOU IN THE MOOD FOR? ππ£π₯
Ramen? Sushi? Crudo? Something crispy? Something fresh? Maybe a little bit of everything?
Thatβs kind of the point at The Bowl.
We make our ramen from scratch, cut fresh fish, roll sushi to order, pickle our veggies, marinate our ajitama eggs and make a whole lot more than what fits in the name.
Come hungry. Bring some friends. Order too much. Share everything. π
And maybe grab a cold beer or a sake bomb while youβre at it. πΊπ£
THE BOWL Ramen β’ Izakaya β’ Sushi β’ Burgers
π 4953 Newport Ave β’ Ocean Beach
07/25/2026
You don't have to choose just one. πππ£
One person comes for ramen. Another can't stop thinking about our smash burgers. Someone else orders sushi. Then everyone shares gyoza, spicy cucumbers, and loaded fries.
That's exactly what The Bowl is all about.
From scratch-made ramen and Japanese curry... to crispy karaage, handcrafted sushi, artisan smash burgers, rice bowls, and 24 craft taps...
There's something for everyone at the table.
π Ocean Beach
π House-made ramen
π Smash Burgers
π£ Sushi
π Japanese Curry
πΊ 24 Craft Taps
π Just a block from the beach
Come hungry.
See you soon. β€οΈ
07/21/2026
07/05/2026
β½πΊ WORLD CUP = $5 DRAFTS at The Bowl
All 24 taps. Five bucks a pour. Our whole curated craft list, all day long πΊπΈ Happy Hour Specials 'til 6pm!
Open at 4:20, pouring til close (8:30). Come post up under the koi, catch every minute of the action on our screens, and drink well without spending big.
24 rotating taps. Zero bad choices. π
π 4953 Newport Ave, Ocean Beach
π² The Bowl Ocean Beach
πΊπΈ
07/05/2026
We are CLOSED TODAY JULY 4th to Celebrate America's 250th birthday!!!
Get out there, OB. Enjoy the beach, the fireworks, the freedom. π
Then Monday, we're back and it's a BIG one:
β½ FIFA WORLD CUP β USA vs BELGIUM
πΊ $5 DRAFTS β all 24 taps, all night long
πͺ Doors at 4:20 β’ Kickoff at 5PM
πΊ Watch it live on our tap-room screens
USA USA USA!!! Come scream at the TVs with us and drink cheap beer while Team USA makes a run for the Cup! π¦
π 4953 Newport Ave, Ocean Beach
06/29/2026
βοΈ New Summer Specials have landed at The Bowl.
Our chefs have been busy putting together some fresh flavors for warmer days:
π½ Elote Smash Burger
Fresh jalapeΓ±os smashed and grilled into the patty, and topped with sweet corn, miso mayo, scallions, nori, cream cheese and togarashi.
π₯₯ Thom Kha Chilled Ramen
A refreshing chilled coconut-lime ramen with grilled shrimp, cucumber, tomato, pickled onion, cilantro, jalapeΓ±o, negi and ramen noodles.
π£ Sunset Salmon Crudo
Fresh Scottish salmon with pickled onion, kaiware, negi, sesame and soy-mustard vinaigrette.
π Baja Albacore Crudo
Fresh Hawaiian albacore, cilantro, jalapeΓ±o, negi, chili threads and spicy garlic ponzu.
Available for a limited time.
π The Bowl Ramen & Izakaya 4953 Newport Ave, Ocean Beach
06/16/2026
πππ£πΊ NEW DAILY SPECIALS AT THE BOWL πΊπ£ππ
Ocean Beach's home for artisan ramen, loaded sandos, smash burgers, sushi, and 24 taps of craft beer just got even better.
π₯ MONDAY β 4:20 CLUB β’ Doors Open at 4:20 PM β’ $5 Drafts All Night
π TSUNAMI TUESDAY β’ Buy Any Smash Burger or Sando β’ Add Any Draft for $5 All Day
π LUNCH SPECIAL MonβFri | 12β3 PM β’ Buy Any Ramen, Burger, or Sando β’ Add Any Draft for $5
πΊ HAPPY HOUR Daily | 3β6 PM β’ $5 Drafts β’ $3.50 Sapporo β’ $2 Off Food
π LAST BOWL 30 Minutes Before Close β’ Buy Any Ramen, Smash Burger, or Sando β’ Add Any Draft for $5
From rich tonkotsu and spicy tantanmen to tokyo-nashville hot honey karaage sandos, smash burgers, sushi rolls, and ice-cold craft beverages (24 taps), we've got your next craving covered.
π Ocean Beach π 4953 Newport Ave π thebowlob.com π (619) 501-5440
06/15/2026
The 4:20 Club is every Monday. πΊπ
Doors open at 4:20 PM, $5 drafts all night til 8:30. All 24 taps, five bucks each.
Pull up, grab a smash burger or a bowl of ramen, and post up with a cold one.
π 4953 Newport Ave, Ocean Beach
Every Monday Β· The Bowl Ocean Beach
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Address
4953 Newport Avenue
San Diego, CA
92107
To reach Newport Avenue in San Diego using public transport, you can take the trolley to the Old Town Transit Center and then transfer to bus route 8 which will drop you off near Newport Avenue. If driving, take I-5 South and exit at Sea World Drive. Follow signs for Sunset Cliffs Blvd and continue onto Newport Avenue. Parking options include street parking or nearby paid parking lots.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
4:20pm - 8:30pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 8:30pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 9:30pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 9:30pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 9:30pm |
| Saturday |
12pm - 9:30pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 8:30pm |
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What people say
Ramen restaurants hold a special place in the hearts of food enthusiasts, offering a comforting and flavorful experience that transcends mere sustenance. The Bowl Ramen & Izakaya on Newport Avenue in San Diego embodies this essence with its dedication to crafting authentic ramen using recipes studied in Japan, alongside a tempting array of izakaya delights and an impressive selection of 24 craft beer taps. What sets The Bowl apart is their commitment to quality, proudly boasting a menu free from added MSG.
One standout dish that has garnered praise is their Shoyu ramen, featuring a light bone broth infused with rich shoyu flavor, tender chicken chashu, menma, bean sprouts, and negi. And for those looking to indulge in a unique twist, the St Patrick's day special offers a creamy bone and buttery potato broth complemented by noodles, pork chashu, cabbage, negi, chive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
The Bowl Ramen & Izakaya also caters to vegetarians with their house-marinated tofu chashu option available in the veggie bowl or veggie tantanmen. For fans of bold flavors, the Kimchi Fried Rice is hailed as amazing - showcasing house-made kimchi tossed with a delectable mushroom mix for a satisfyingly savory experience.
With enticing specials like $15 Shoyu ramen every Tuesday and events like the recent fundraiser for Team OB & Make-A-Wish, The Bowl Ramen & Izakaya goes beyond being just a dining destination; it's a hub of community engagement and culinary excellence. Whether you're seeking traditional favorites or innovative creations, this establishment promises an unforgettable dining adventure that celebrates the artistry of ramen cuisine.
