If you know, you know -- Santouka inside the Mitsuwa Market in the Mar Vista area is a low-key gem…read morewhen you want legit ramen without the whole sit-down restaurant vibe. I actually like that it's inside a Japanese market because I can walk around after and grab some groceries or check out their really good quality beef, but this review is strictly for the ramen. I always go with the Spicy Shio Ramen and it never misses. It's perfect for when I'm on the clock and don't have time for a full dine-in spot but still want something that actually feels like a real meal and not just fast food. The broth has a nice kick without being overwhelming, and the noodles are always on point. I usually add the extra pork just because... why not? And it's super fire every time. If you're in the area and want something quick, warm, and legit, this spot definitely hits.

Finally got to get me some ramen from Hokkaido Ramen and they are still one of the best. Got 'the…read moreusual' combo B with salmon rice bowl. To my surprise, they now offer 'to go' containers as I recall how they used to not pre-Covid. I still recall seeing people bring their own Tupperware and pouring ramen into them in order to take it to go.

Kuni is not only the chief but also an amazing owner!…read more Came here around 12 PM and ordered the pork katsu curry. Overall, I had a great experience. The curry was prepared correctly--rich, balanced, and full of flavor. The katsu had a nice crispy texture on the outside while staying tender inside. Once everything comes together, it's exactly what you want from a solid curry katsu dish. The atmosphere was great. It's clean, relaxed, and has a comfortable vibe where you can just sit and enjoy your food without distractions. Service is a bit different--it's automated. There wasn't a traditional waiter setup when I went, but everything was smooth and easy to follow, so it didn't take away from the experience. Price came out to about $21 with tip, and I only had water. For the quality, I think it's fair. One small suggestion: it would be great if they offered an option for extra rice instead of having to order a separate portion. The curry was so good, I definitely wanted more rice to go with it. Overall, really solid spot. The flavors are on point, the vibe is right, and I'd definitely come back.

Kotoya offers great ramen and is an excellent neighborhood spot…read more I ordered the original ramen (14.5) with an egg (2.5), along with a side of chicken gyoza (7.5). You can choose three toppings for the ramen; I went with green onions, wood ears, and fried onions. The ramen is really delicious. I was impressed by the price and wondered how they could manage that. I think it's because they give you less chashu, which is also nothing to write home about. But they cut no corners on the tonkotsu broth and the chewy noodles, so I was quite happy. The gyoza were a great accompaniment. They did come with a mayo-based dipping sauce, which I had never seen before, but there are other sauces and seasonings at the table for you to add if you like. The place is small: there are two or three tables and a counter that seats about five. You order at an iPad in the front, then grab a spot and wait for your food. It won't be long!

My daughter and I had dinner here last night. There is plenty of party in a surface lot adjacent to…read morethe building. The setting is modern and clean. My one small "complaint" is that I found the seat/stool to be a bit uncomfortable. The food and service was very good. We had: Crispy Chicken (5/5) - Their version of chicken karaage. Very flavorfully seasoned and perfectly fried. I thought the dipping sauce was delicious as well. Shoyu Ramen (4.5/5) - This is what I had. Really good version of shoyu (but based off chicken broth) ramen. I had the thick noodles which is a bit thicker than the traditional ramen noodles. Portion size - lots of broth, could have used a bit more noodles. Tonkatsu - This is what my daughter had. She said it was very good, one of her favorites. A bit pricey for ramen, but I guess it's to be expected nowadays in LA. The bill includes a 17.5% service charge (which is stated on the menu) but the server also made sure we were aware of this before we ordered. The menu is a bit limited (3 types of ramen) but what we had was very good.

My friend raved about this place having pretty good chicken bowls. So we went there for take out…read more The restaurant overall looked pretty chill, typical sushi bar look alike. They were pretty quick to take our order and to bring it out for us The food overall was good But I was a little disappointed in my spicy tuna bowl. I got the tiniest scoop of tuna, like it was even placed in a Togo cup that looked like a kids scoop from baskin robins. For the amount of rice and salad I got. I felt deprived of protein. It wasn't overly priced but it would have been nice to have more than that.

salmon + ikura bowl…read more I came to Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle on a hot weekend afternoon, and my friend and I sat outside since there was no free seating indoors. The waiters were sweet in moving the umbrellas around so we would get more shade. The prices for their dishes are very reasonable, and I tried their Salmon & Ikura bowl. I loved the proportion of salmon and ikura and other various toppings compared to the rice, and the seasoning was perfect. My friend tried one of their staple ramen dishes, and he commented on the clarity of the broth along with a good portion size. There's a few different versions of this restaurant on this street, and I'm sure it's to serve the many people coming to this restaurant for a good meal!

I normally don't get tsukemen because a lot of times (in Japan)the broth is just too salty. I…read morewasn't too surprised the broth here was also salty. I liked how the eggs were cooked and the chewiness of the noodles. There were the regular sized that came with charsiu and a smaller size that gave you barely a full piece of meat. I knew it had less meat but it was literally broken leftover pieces. Overall good noodles. I will come back for their other (lessss saltier version)noodles.

I don't normally leave reviews ... this place was awesome. Rich, balanced, spicy! Noodles cooked…read moreperfectly. The salt chicken was over the top!

We are staying close to the airport and the Ramen Joint was open and close by. Its on the smaller…read moreside but we were seated immediately (there was just 2 of us) and our server was very attentive. I got a hot tea, my boyfriend got an alcohol free Asahi beer, we are both alcohol free drinkers so that was a fun option to see. We ordered the cucumber salad to snack on first, and both got the Shoyu Tonkotsu Ramen. My boyfriend is also gluten-free at the moment for health reasons so, although they don't have noodles alternatives, they did give him the Ramen without noodles and then brought a side of rice for him. The Ramen was SO GOOD! The service was fast and friendly, the food was great and met all my expectations. Id for sure come back again.

My wife and I have taken it to go a couple of times as well as sat down a couple of times as well…read more ALWAYS filling and always tasty. Recommend adding the seasoned egg and getting greens "like the Hulk." We've "only" tried the chicken broth but the (incredibly helpful) staff recommends that one above all. Open late (til 1am!) as well.

Really solid ramen! We stopped by just before our flight back to Texas, and it was definitely worth…read morethe short Uber ride. The broth was rich and flavorful without feeling overly heavy or excessively salty, which made the entire bowl easy to enjoy. The egg was perfectly cooked with a runny center, although I personally would have preferred it sliced in half for easier eating and presentation. The noodles and toppings were also well prepared, and everything tasted fresh and balanced. Overall, this was a satisfying final meal before heading to the airport.

We were on our way to the beach and started getting hungry, so we decided to stop at a random ramen…read morespot along the way. We got there right as they opened and were seated and able to order immediately. The food and service were both top tier. The broth was incredibly flavorful and had just the right amount of kick. You could tell it had been simmering for hours, even though they had just opened for the day. The chashu pork was served piping hot and had the perfect texture, not too fatty and not too lean. The noodles were perfectly al dente as well, exactly how I like them. The seating is a bit tight, so I'd recommend coming early. I can easily see this place getting long waits once the lunch or dinner rush starts. Definitely one of those random finds that ended up exceeding expectations.

Ive had Venice Ramen three times so it's time for a thorough review. Got takeout tonight, one order…read moreof creamy pork broth ramen and one order of chicken fried rice. Ramen: Good, noodles a little overcooked and gummy but loosened up when melded with the broth. Pork slices were very tough but flavour was good. Fried rice was ok but the chicken was dry and over salted. Overall I was happy and full but for $40 seems like a bit too much for a mediocre takeout dinner for two.

There was no wait during a weekday lunch. I ordered the Deluxe Mazemen, and it was incredibly…read moreflavorful--easily the best mazemen I've ever had! The service was attentive, and they explained how to enjoy it properly: mix everything together and eat half, then add their house vinegar to the remaining noodles for a different flavor. After you finish the noodles, they bring out a small bowl of rice to mix with the leftover sauce, so none of that delicious flavor goes to waste. Highly recommend!

I waited in the heat for around 20 minutes before being seated on a weekday afternoon, but it was…read moreworth the wait. They're known for their mazeman, but I decided to try their karaage bowl for my first meal there. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and well-seasoned without being overly greasy. Service was okay and efficient, and I would love to try their mazeman in the future!