The landscape of the San Francisco Marina is set to welcome a new culinary veteran, Hinodeya, a ramen restaurant with a rich legacy slated to open its doors this August. Established in 1885 and hailing from just north of Tokyo, this fourth-generation establishment is moving into the space formerly occupied by Jaranita Peruvian restaurant at 3340 Steiner St., as reported by BizJournals. This addition marks Hinodeya's third new Bay Area location in just four months, following recent openings in San Jose and Newark earlier this year.
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Hinodeya has been actively expanding its presence in the U.S. since its initial venture abroad in 2016 with its Japantown location. With a respected background that includes Hinodeya's CEO Masao Kuribara, formerly a chef at the Japanese embassy in Holland, cooking for distinguished figures like former president Bill Clinton and former Japanese Prime Minister Ryutaro Hashimoto, the restaurant brand effortlessly conveys a blend of both historical pedigree and culinary excellence. Its dashi-style broth, a savory mix of fish and seaweed stock, stands out as a notable departure from the more common pork-based tonkotsu broth found in conventional ramen offerings.
In addition to the upcoming Marina location, Hinodeya operates several establishments across the Bay Area, with addresses in Japantown, Union Square, Downtown San Francisco, Campbell, Newark, and San Jose, expanding their umami reach. The Union Square site, located at 219 O'Farrell Street, is open from Monday to Sunday. It offers customers extended service hours from 10:00 AM to 1:30 AM for late-night dining options, as detailed on their official website.
The company's expansion isn't confined to the Bay Area, as their savory bowls of ramen have also found a home in Dallas, Texas, reflecting a broader trend of Bay Area chains seeking growth opportunities across the country. The Sasala Dining Group, under which Hinodeya operates, maintains a variety of concepts in Japan, showcasing the brand's diverse approach to the dining experience and a commitment to sharing its cuisine with a global audience.
