Great spot a few blocks away from the convention center Nice ambiance Good service Good selection of drinks and food read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Spicy Tuna poke bowl - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

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This place was on our list to try....it was good. We got the Spicy Gu Ramen & it was SPICY, but not a lot of other taste. The La Cheese Wontons were also good but didn't care for the sweet sauce they pour over them and the Crispy Pork Potstickers were very good. The service was awesome & that why I'm giving them 4 stars. Would definitely try again & try something else. read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - La Cheese Wontons & Crispy Pork Potstickers - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

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We planned to hang out on the lawn of the Shoreline Aquatic Park by the lighthouse today, so first we parked at the Pike Outlets parking garage on Cedar and 3rd, then walked to Gu Ramen 12 minutes away. Service (5/5): Bee was working alone in front but she greeted us right away and got us started on drinks. She was very attentive and filled our waters just at the right time when the spicy broth of the ramen needed to be cooled off. Ambience (3/5): Clean, plenty of seating, 6 large screens with the sound off at least (playing the Women's Singles US National championship of corn hole), hip hop playing in the background. Clean bathrooms. Everything in shades of grey and brown which isn't pretty but practical. One accent chandelier by the front entrance which seemed out of place but I liked it. Food(4/5): Appetizers : Crispy Tofutons (great sauce!) and spicy edamame (more sweet than spicy but yummy). the Spicy ramen with extra toppings of red ginger, egg, wood ear mushrooms: broth had very subtle flavor so what comes through most is the spiciness (level 2 was perfect). Noodles cooked to perfect degree, toppings all fresh and delicious. read more

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Not very good ramen, I would say it's pretty average in full transparency. Ask for your proteins to be placed on the side or they will come out very soggy. Also be very mindful, I ordered a shrimp ramen and added lollipop chicken and did this intentionally to avoid an up charge. The waiter wrote it up the opposite however making the ticket larger. I would have gave him it in a tip but he ruined that... not worth returning. read more

WATCH OUT ! They will purposefully OVER CHARGE you with their blurry receipts. I took my girlfriend for a night out and they clearly took advantage of it. I did not realize how much they charged until I got home. read more

I give 5 the flavors are delicious you can taste the individual flavors I recommend going there the prices are decent the restrooms are clean a plus read more

experience was great until the very end. i'm pretty disappointed in the service and our server specifically. we were sat swiftly and prices were good, ramen was ok, noodles were a bit overcooked. at the end, my friend and i split our checks. i tipped, my friend didn't. when our server (a young asian woman) came and picked up our checks, she cornered my friend from leaving and pointed at the check. we were both confused, wondering if he didn't add the total or something. she then said "tip" ?? absolutely absurd. when my friend pointed out that i had tipped for the both of us, she then said that they were "two separate checks" and quite literally did not let him leave until he tipped. she then walked away with an attitude. i understand living is difficult, im not an idiot, which is why i tipped. if she and the staff wanted to sh*t talk us after we left, go ahead. but to corner a customer & force them to tip is absolutely horrendous. i will not be returning, extremely disappointing and disrespectful service. read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - spicy ramen - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

The ramen and service here are fantastic! I ordered the medium spicy, pork belly ramen with egg and corn--Whoa! So much flavor! Everything tasted fresh and it was made with attention to flavors. The service was amazing as well. We were greeted as soon as we stepped in and our server was kind and attentive. If you're in Long Beach and want delicious ramen, definitely stop by. read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Delicious ramen! Spicy level medium, added corn and egg. - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

One of the best Ramen spots in DTLB! A must try! We came here solely because it was open late, and it has now become a regular for us. First off, their customer service is excellent. It is always pretty quiet, even on a busy night. Secondly, their ramen is absolutely amazing. I always get the lollipop chicken ramen with Udon noddles, and the broth is always on point. Never too salty or greasy. Their prices are also very fair. Two ramen bowls with no additional toppings was less than $30. Parking can be tricky, but there are a couple of parking garages with free 2 hr parking. This place is definitely worth a visit! read more

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Really good ramen joint in Long Beach during one of our random ventures. We arrived right when they open on a Saturday so we were able to snag a parking on the street. Street parking are paid via the kiosk but there are also parking garage close by. We were the first and only party seated. The server wasn't very attentive and the food took a bit longer than what I'm used to. I didn't get the chance to snap a picture of my ramen but I got the regular Tonkotsu ramen and it was yummy! The hubby got the spicy Tonkotsu and he said it's a lot spicier than other ramen joints we've been too. The tapas were on the more expensive end $15 (ish) for 4 poke nachos. That was my least favorite tapa along with the corn cheese. Really love the calamari and spicy wontons! Can't go wrong with salted edamame but $8/9 for steamed edamame. The portions were decently big though A small personal recommendation would be to have a baby changing table in the bathroom. It could definitely help groups eating with young toddlers like myself. read more

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First time here! Very personable staff! Greeted my party with smiles. Being that it was my first time, I asked the waiter to select for me. The portions are small, however if you have a few friend's with you.... Just share! No specialty cocktail selection and the variety of beer was ok! Parking is metered and I believe it's $1.50 for an hour (please pay up or the Top Flight Expired Meter Patrol Folks will give you a ticket!!) fyi after 9 issa free :) Now the food.... Ever so kindly it was lacking flavor. The chili oil wasn't spicy and believe the salad watered The Whole meal down. I'll give them a second chance... customer service 3 stars, bomb music 1 star read more

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First timer and food was really good, the broth was flavorful the add ons made the ramen even better. The crispy calamari was on point probably the best calamari I've ever had. Service was great and friendly would definitely recommend this spot if you're craving ramen! read more

We ordered potstickers and the side was RANCH. I'm appalled. Ramen was okay, not the best. read more

This was my first time eating here. We made reservations for 7. The staff were very polite and sweet. The food was so delicious. Everything we ordered from the menu was good. I definitely will be back. read more

This is my go-to ramen spot. I try to go at least once a month. If it wasn't a bit out of my way I would definitely be there every weekend. I normally order their spicy ramen with shrimp tempura spinach, and corn. The broth is delicious with lots of flavor. The spice level always has me sweating but all worth it. read more

Went here for the tapas witch are small appetizers we got the firecracker shrimp , crispy pork potstickers, crispy soft shell crab , garlic cheese corn & Thai spicy hot wings all where very delicious and made quick everyone I've see. Here come for the ramen will try next time read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Crispy Soft Shell Crab Garlic Corn Cheese - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

This is the first place I went to when I tried ramen for the first time and it was absolutely delicious! You get to choose what type of spice level, the meat, and any add ons to your bowl. The service is amazing and quick, very well orientated. The environment fits the downtown area of Long Beach and it's a great place to bring your friends. read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Gu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

We came in for some comfort Asian food after a week in Avalon. Hubby really needed ramen cause he was still hungover. I am never a fan of ramen but I wasn't really hungry so I agreed to try this place. At least the lychee sake was so yummy for me. For food we had soft shell crab, tonkotsu chashu ramen and shoyu veggie tofu ramen. Hubby liked his pork ramen enough but I didn't care for mine too much. I'v only had two bites of ramen noodles since they didn't have gluten free option. This place was actually not bad and service was very friendly. Give it a try if you are local but it was probably just one time visit for us. read more

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The price here is incredible. Parking is easy, just parked in one of the free 2 hour parking lots. It's so nice that there's delicious food here for such a great price. I really love the hibachi fried rice. I'm definitely coming back for more. If you order a ramen you can add a hibachi fried rice for only $5! The ramen is okay. I got the fried lollipop chicken. It's so cute and crispy. Super yummy, unique, and easy to eat. I'll definitely be coming back! Glad I tried this place out! read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Hibachi fried rice - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Tucked away in an inconspicuous part of the street, adjacent to a boisterous sports bar, Gu Ramen could have easily escaped your notice, but it would be your loss to walk past this place. I consider it to be one of the hidden gems of Downtown Long Beach. It may not look like much, and the decor is thoughtful but not so eye-catching, what it can offer is what it really counts. Friendly service and really good ramen should tickle anyone's fancy. We only tried one tapas dish--the calamari, which was excellent. Our entire party ordered ramen, and it was satisfying. You get to build your ramen from the bowl up, customizing everything from the type of noodle to the degree of spiciness. It's your ramen, as you like it. There is no need to compromise with any extraneous condiment, every ingredient is tailored to your whim. We are used to custom-tailored suits and dresses, but tailored ramen? Now that's an idea that I can sink my teeth into. read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

We live down the street and there's a ton of great restaurants in DTLB but Gu Ramen is our go-to. We love the service and how casual it is inside. We ordered ramen the first time we came here but to be honest, we keep coming back for the appetizers! We literally dream about their calamari, spicy Thai hot wings, La cream cheese wontons and spicy dumplings w/ sesame salad. And they have great beers on tap and are generous with their wine pours. Keep it up, Gu Ramen! read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - La Cheese Wonton & Spicy Dumplings with Salad - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Place is hella expensive and the flavors aren't even there. The ambiance is cool but other than that, you'd have to spend extra money just so your food could taste like anything read more

Fast service with reasonable prices. It wasn't too crowded on a Friday night and wasn't too loud as well. Was able to get a table within minutes. Would recommend getting the ramen instead of the udon. read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

Had a late dinner with family so we found this place that closes at 9:30 PM. Our meal was served hot and delicious! read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

This is one of the better ramen shop in downtown Long Beach. It's a good walk from my work and my coworkers and I like to come here on our splurge day! Ramen comes basic with tonkotsu broth (bone broth), green onions, naruto, and roasted sesame seed. The tonkotsu base here is with both pork and chicken broth, so it has the look of a shio (salt) base. Normal tonkotsu (pork bone) broth is dark. You can choose to sub ramen with udon for $2 extra charge. Then you can choose your spicy level. I would recommend if you don't know how spicy you can take, ask for the chili oil on the side so you can add it to your taste! After that, each additional topping is about $0.89 to $4. They also offer Tofu ramen with shoyu base (soy sauce base) for vegetarian. For appetizer, I like their soft shell crabs! Usually it's delicious as an appetizer with the citrusy ponzu sauce. Too bad that each time I'm here, it's usually lunch on a work day so I can never get a cold beer to go with my hot delicious bowl of ramen and crunchy soft shell crabs. Bummer! Service wise, everyone is very friendly! I would definitely recommend this place if you are craving a good ramen! Their price is decent and the ramen is good! read more

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I was working on a late project and needed a snack. Scored with the following La Cheese Wonton and Gu Ramen, side of Bata Soy Garlic Sauce , Hibachi Fried Rice with ginger. It was a to go order and everything was securely packaged. The Ramen ordered spicy with bean sprouts and spinach, zesty and favorable. Love the cheese wonton covered with a sweet honey sauce it was delicious. The hibachi style fried rice was prepared properly you could see the individual grains it was not clumpy at all. Covered in the red ginger only added an extra zing to the rice well seasoned I didn't need any soy sauce. Affordable price really felt I paid and received the apportioned quantity as well as quality of each dish. The next visit I will dine in and update my review at that time. read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - La Cheese Wonton and Gu Ramen, side of Bata Soy Garlic Sauce - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Ramen was good but didn't love the meat options. It was ground pork (meh), lollipop chicken (the people who got it said it was kind of annoying that you had to pull it out with your hands to take a bite), and pork belly (unfortunately just not a pork belly fan). But the broth and flavor of the actual ramen was delicious. Good appies and drink specials for happy hour. Would definitely go back but maybe just get tofu! read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Ramen with Ground Pork and Tom Yum Butter - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

I feel the servers are over tipped to the point they do not appreciate it. My bill was $25.95. I handed over $30 expecting my change. I never said keep the change but they took it anyways. I had to ask for my change back. The server responded " I thought i could keep it".I was given back $4 instead of my exact chsnge of $4.05. It goes to show they don't appreciate the value of a dollar either. Seeing how they've attempted to take my money twice. The ramen was subpar. Better ramen may be found at the food court at a super market. I had to pay for every different vegetable or else you'd get just soup, ramen, and a few pieces of meat. It isn't worth the price. read more

Great location, food was pretty good but wished they had more variety. Overall a strong 7.5-8/10 I usually get takeout but dined in a few times and the service was good too. Ambiance was nice, very comfortable. read more

My lunch spot with coworkers lately. They order ramen, but I order the poke salad. I don't have anything against ramen, but I prefer poke. My last visit here, I had poke on a bed of rice and previously, I had ramen. SPICY POKE SALAD. Not spicy at all. Good flavoring of fish and greens. I like that their salad was a fresh mix of spring greens. Maybe I just like the taste of rice better than greens, but I'm going to stick with the regular poke bowl the next time I'm here. read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Spicy poke salad. Delish! - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

My friend and I got hungry and wanted something lite. This had tapas...say no more. AMBIANCE: Parking: Street metered parking and a structure as well. Seating: Inside seating but due to COVID-19 they're making an effort for outdoor seating. Feels: You're off the street of Pine so it's a pretty popping area but not too popping. Sometimes there'll be art walks or block parties to check out. The space itself is pretty cool. A decorated and well clean place. Like a vibey place to hang out after work and catch a game. FOOD: Senbei Ahi Tare Tare (Recommend) Delicious! A good oceany taste from the ahi tuna and a good crunch from the rice. Green onions were refreshing and the sauce brought a good savory umami kick to it. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Wonderful! Friendly and attentive people. TL; DR OVERALL: 4 Stars. I dig it. Great location in Pine, plentiful selections, and delicious food. Once again I'm glad there's a Ramen spot off of Pine, very proximal to the Downtown action. Looking forward to try the remainder of the tapas. TIPS: * OG location is in Laguna (for slightly more tapa selections. read more

Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas - Ahi tare tare! - Ramen Near Me - Long Beach, California

I love this place, Delicious like always. #foodcoma #ramenlover #greatplaceforfood #coolbeer read more

The string beans was our favorite appetizer. The vegetarian soup with RAmen is flavorful. It's amazing this restaurant hardly has any salt in their dishes, yet, comes out very flavorful. I rarely use salt in my dishes, so this is a great compliment. I will give it a 5 star if they ask their Noodle Vendor to stop adding yellow coloring to their noodles. (pls contact me when you do) When I went to the bathroom, my #1 came out bright bright yellow. Sorry TMI, but the food coloring I think was not necessary. read more

Stopped by with a large group on our way back from a music festival. The waiter was paitient while everyone decided on their orders. Its a build your own ramen type of restaurant. They do charge for all the toppings you decide to add but you can get a good bowl for around $20. All the food was delicious. It's very hard to find ramen with good broth but the tokonstu ramen was delicious read more

This is my place. It's so damn good literally this restaurant is down the street from where I live and honestly like it's so bomb. I get the hibachi fried rice and I get the spicy Thai chicken and it's always hitting. And even when you sit in the restaurant, literally, they play R&B music which sold me the first time I've ever sat inside. The employees are really really nice. They treat me with so much respect every time I come in there and order even when I cough yeah, this is my place. read more

If you're looking for good Ramen...keep looking. If you are looking for traditional Ramen, this is not it. The vibe is good. The people are great. The Ramen is just meh...but the other items on the menu are quite tasty, like the fried rice. It's not Japanese fried rice, more of an Asian Fusion. Location is a trendy restaurant center, making street parking hard to find. You might have to park in the city structure at a cost. read more

This seemed like a good lunch option after my conference was over so a group of us headed over to Gu Ramen. They've got regular seating and bar seating and we got served quickly since it was a bit after the usual lunchtime. I ordered just the basic tonkotsu ramen. There were a number of different things that allow you to customize/add on to your ramen, which some people might like. They also have a number of different tapas that you can order and a bunch of beers on tap. If this place was truly Japanese they might have called it "Gu Ramen and Izakaya" but seems like they wanted to play off the "Tap" and "Tapas". The basic ramen I had was decent. I liked the noodle texture, the broth was good, portion size decent. One of my friends got the spicy and it was super spicy, he was actually sweating from eating it! We got a couple of tapas and I'd say they are a bit pricey for what you get. read more

My favorite ramen spot in Long Beach! They're currently doing takeout only (and delivery through services like Grubhub). I had never done ramen takeout before, so I was pleasantly surprised that they separated the noodles and toppings from the broth. My go-to order is: spicy broth with pork belly, bean sprouts, egg, and corn. The broth is REALLY spicy! And they only give two pieces of pork belly so I usually order extra and then I have enough for two meals, because it's tons of noodles and broth! For tapas/small plates - the cheese wontons are very good (better eaten fresh in the restaurant of course), as well as the garlic corn with cheese. Yum! read more

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If I can give 100 stars I would. I've been living in Long Beach for about 1 year now this is my go to place. We probably order from here almost every other week. SOMETIMES TWICE IN ONE WEEK! It's the best ramen I've tasted. Even when we eat in restaurant, everyone is so nice and so helpful. Will forever keep coming here !!!! read more

This place sucks! And the lady that is a waitress is annoying. This place is waaaaayyyyy to hyped up!! Appetizers suck and over priced. Ramen was tasteless and again the lady that was our waitress act like she def. Does not want to be a waitress she act like she wants to be the owner! Maybe ahe was and was short staffed. Ither way dont waste your time or $ here!!! You want some bomb ramen and apps! Go to rakken or the spot on pch and 2nd. Forgot the name.. but rakken ramen on 2nd st!!! Is worth every penny! And service there is always great! And i had to give one star to post this But i didn't want to give it any!! read more