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    Bincho

    4.8 (314 reviews)
    ModerateRamen
    Closed 12:00 pm - 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Cristina B.

    I love ramen so I eat it quite often. My friend was raving about this place and said it's one of the best she's had so we obviously had to come. Service was great, very attentive and friendly. It's a small restaurant inside, they have a Japanese toilet so that's cool :3 ramen was sooo good. Broth was so flavorful and creamy. Noodles were perfectly cooked, and that egg omg...def try!!

    BINCHO BLACK TAMAGO TONKOTSU RAMEN
    Juliet G.

    Oh my goodness, Bincho creates the most flavorful bowl of ramen in the SFV, hands down! I came by for take out today close to the opening at 5PM, and they were already lit with customers! Despite even that, I was helped immediately and was heading out with my order for 2 bowls in about 15 minutes. I was also offered a glass of ice water while I waited, which was very kind. Every aspect from the dark walls and wooden bar, down to the music and bathroom is well thought out. You can tell they truly value their space and the customers that support the restaurant. Don't get me started on the food ~ We tried the Bincho Egg Black Tonkatsu Ramen. The broth was silky and creamy, not oily or heavy at all. The black garlic added a very interesting earthy and almost scorched taste to it. The egg was sweet, and I've never had a sweet ramen egg before but it went well with the rest of the umami flavors in the dish. The green onions and wood ear mushrooms had a fresh crunch to them and there was enough to get a good amount in every bite. The charsiu was tender + savory sweet, kinda tasted like cheese to me but that's also a positive lol! The noodles were slightly chewy and the portion was just right for the amount of broth you get. I have nothing bad to say about this ramen, it's truly one of those spots where your heart desires seconds or even thirds lowkey. I'll be back again to try a different option on the menu. That spicy karaage looked pretty fire so I may need to come back to try that too... Thank you Bincho! Y'all killed the ramen game.

    Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen - Excellent!
    Eric H.

    Friendly service and delicious food. The Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen was excellent, and it was actually spicy. I did not need to ask for any extra heat. Definitely one of the best ramen dishes I've had in recent memory. The gyoza was large and packed with pork, but a little greasier than I'd like. Despite that, it still was a tasty dish, and I would order it again. I would make Bincho a regular stop if I lived closer. This is one of those places that does actually live up to the Yelp hype. Bincho, I will be back!

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    Arlene B.

    I was craving some good ramen and luckily was told about this spot. There are not a lot of good ramen places in the valley but this place is literally the best! Located inside a small shopping plaza, the place itself is that not big inside. But we went on a Sunday evening and it wasn't busy so we were seated right away. The menu offered lots of different ramen options, both spicy and not spicy. They also have appetizers and desserts. I got a Thai tea and it was very very good. They brew the tea in house so you could tell it was fresh. And it wasn't overpowering in sweetness. Now onto the ramen 5/5!!! I got the spicy tonkatsu ramen and it was perfection. The broth was rich and creamy yet not oily and the meat was tender and flavorful. The egg was cooked to perfection as well. Can't wait to come back!!

    Yuzu Jidori Chicken with Egg Spicy Tonkotsu w. Egg
    Serinee T.

    I was so excited to check out this place and it exceeded my expectations! Our waitresses were so helpful with their recommendations. Highly recommend their Spicy Tonkatsu with Tamago--this broth is so garlicky and full of richness. The Yuzu Jidori Chicken Ramen with Tamago has a very light broth and is refreshing. We also tried their Yaki Mayo Cha-Siu bowl and instantly fell in love...the generous portion of cha-siu and their addictive sauce all over the rice is perfection. Will be getting more of this next time. Super excited to return especially for their lunch special.

    Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen. Excellent too
    Dan T.

    Label as no 1 ramen sure is a problem if I'm the owner. but this place do excels in their reputation. Noodle is perfectly cool and their broths either the pork base or chicken base delivered a nice kick. Ambience is better than I used to before oh this place was a curry spot in the past. Service is excellent, great job ladies. I would recommend come a bit late lunch around 2 or early dinner to beats the rush. Many customer come saying that they heard from the news about this spot and they all come to try. Try them, for me ramen is very personal. Great ramen for me maybe not for you. so you won't know till you try. Their ramen broth is not heavy at all but maybe too creamy but they also have the clear option that my son has and that's also perfect.

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    Harrison W.

    At this point of time I can say that this restaurant deserves 5 stars. Employees are actively checking everything was ok. Ambiance was cozy. I ordered spicy tonkotsu ramen and non spicy one. As always spicy one is my favorite. This time I remember to stir it throughly before I eat. It has perfect level of spiciness but if you don't like spicy food, this would be a bit much for you. All that being said, I can say this Ramen restaurant is the best in SFV.

    Gyoza and Cha Siu
    Johana H.

    This spot was on the list of top ramen spots in LA and the only spot from the valley so had to try it! Service was so welcoming and inviting from the start. It Was these two girls and they were so cheery and funny. We came on a rainy Saturday around 4:15pm and it was pretty full but we sat at the bar and there was plenty of room there and it was clean. We ordered the gyoza which I was going to get anyways but then one of the girls recommended it so for sure we had to get it. Then we got the Cha Siu which was my first time trying that and that was delicious! I'd order that again. The gyoza was a bigger size than what it usually is and it was so hot. It was nice and filled up with pork. I got the Black Garlic ramen and the broth was delish but I mixed it up more because half of it was full of black garlic. My sister got the Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen and it was packed with flavor with medium spice. Everything was delicious! There is enough parking but a lot of the spots are taken for other businesses so they're mostly by the Goodwill parking.

    Spicy Tonknkotsu  w. Char-siu
    Christine S.

    Tried the Spicy Tonkatsu with egg and the Bincho Creamy Tonkatsu. Both were really rich and flavorful + the char sui was tender. The spicy chicken karaage had good flavor but wish it came with a lemon wedge or sauce. I'd like to try the clear broth next time as the creamy broths were a bit too rich for me! Small place with both tables and bar seating, you sign up on a sheet outside waited about 15 minutes on a Friday night around 6:30. It got really crowded around 7 so expect to wait outside. Small parking lot out front.

    Aiperi A.

    I was very excited to try #1 ramen in LA but was little disappointed when I saw the menu. There is only 1 ramen with chicken and everything else is pork unfortunately. I'd say it's super simple chicken broth w some noodles. It wasn't bad but also not the best. Would I comeback? Most likely no. Need more chicken options. Customer service was good.

    Bincho  Tonkotsu with Egg
    Jasmine D.

    I've been to Bincho a couple times now and it never disappoints! Definitely deserving of its reputation as one of the top ramen spots in the SFV and even LA! It has gotten more popular now so definitely anticipate a bit of a line especially if you're coming on a weekend. Service is quick, efficient, and friendly. Bincho karaage - love it!! So juicy and flavorful and comes out piping hot and fresh every time! Bincho signature tonkotsu - simply a classic. The broth is so hearty and rich without feeling too heavy. The noodles are the perfect firmness and the portion size is very satisfying Bincho black tonkotsu - was super excited when they added this to their menu! Has such a tasty and savory garlic and umami/mushroom flavor Parking: free parking in a shared lot with the other businesses

    Maddy M.

    Amaaaazing! Highly recommend the spicy ramen. Not only is the broth so flavorful and rich, but the noodles are cooked to perfection. With the lunch special you can get a side of karaage or gyoza and both are great options. The gyoza is pretty big! Lots of yummy filling inside. The karaage is crispy on the outside and super tender and juicy on the inside. Love the iced matcha green tea too! I also got to try the black tonkotsu and it was delicious. They really know what they are doing here! Super cute unassuming spot definitely worth checking out if you are a ramen fan. They have a veggie option for veg folks!

    Eugene O.

    The Tonkotsu ramen here is unbelievably good. Every component is perfectly prepared. -The broth is rich, but delicately flavored and silky smooth. -The char siu is fatty and incredibly tender. -The egg is delicious (the egg white is firm and the yolk has a subtle soy flavor) -the noodles have the perfect firmness For a place that's small and very busy, the service is outstanding. The staff is very nice and the food comes out quickly. This place is worth the hype. I've never had ramen this good.

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    Broth is creamy, noodles are traditional, meat is as expected. Egg is delicious, but I feel that should come with the ramen

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    Do they have the lunch combos on the weekend?

    Lunch combos are available for weekdays!

    Do you have or will you have a veggie ramen (for vegetarians and vegans)?

    Yes, we have a ramen for vegetarians!

    Do you deliver?

    We have Door Dash now. Thank you

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