It was so good best ramen I've ever had if you enjoy ramen this is the place the tonkotsu is amazing especially with the god fire sauce the the go to drink with your ramen is calpico an amazing drink it's a non carbonated drink and it's yogurt flavor an amazing staff and food also it's an amazing place to go on a cold rainy day with family or friends read more

It had been quite a while since our last visit to Hakata Ikkousha Ramen, and I'm happy to say it was just as good as I remembered. I first discovered them at their Little Tokyo location years ago, though I believe that location has since closed. We stopped by on a recent Wednesday night around 8:45 p.m., and there was still a 10-15 minute wait. This place is clearly still very popular. I ordered the regular tonkotsu ramen and added steamed vegetables because I love the extra crunch and texture they bring to the bowl. The broth was rich, flavorful, and served piping hot, while the noodles had that slightly chewy texture I enjoy. My husband got a cabbage salad and the curry karaage chicken plate. The portion was generous, and the chicken was juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. He was especially happy to have enough leftovers for another meal the next day. We had a comforting, satisfying meal we were craving. Even though the kitchen's last call is 30 minutes before closing, our server never made us feel rushed and allowed us to enjoy our meal at a relaxed pace. read more

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Have always wanted to taste the tonkotsu ramen at this chain in another part of the world and finally gotten to it in Torrance. Mentai Ramen (tonkotsu with mentaiko paste) was well-balanced, albeit with a lighter tonkotsu soup base. The single slice of Chashu was paper-thin, unsubstantial and disappointing. The other ingredients (green onion, wood ear mushroom) were okay. Black Devil (a mix of God Fire and Black Tonkotsu) packed a punch, had deep tonkotsu richness, plenty spiciness and was a good eat. The noodles (thin Hakata style) were perfectly cooked according to our preferences. Complimentary fresh garlic and pickled ginger are available. Both broths were super oily. Spicy kara-age was anything but spicy, covered with some kind of more sweet than spicy sauce (wish we had ordered the original). Hakata style gyoza came with delicate skin, pork filling with dreamy texture but needed much much more crispness. Excellent service. Water on the table. read more

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So this has to be the very best ramen place I've ever been too, and I always make a point to eat here whenever I head through LA. It's-that- good. And it's a hole-in-the-wall in a little shopping center that is easily missed. It's also very small, and only open for lunch and dinner hours so it might be hard to get a spot. Everything on the menu is great, but my favorite has to be the God-Fire ramen and the Black Garlic flavors. And just my luck, they actually combine the two into what is called the BLACK DEVIL and it's absolutely delicious. The texture of the noodles, thickness of the broth, perfect. They also let you choose how the noodles and broth are prepared if you want a lighter flavor. Everything is fresh, especially the sides and add-ins that you can get. One of my favorite things to do is when I am finished with my bowl, I pour the broth over some fried rice and take it home. It's awesome and I recommend you try it! This place most definitely gets my luchador seal of approval! What are you waiting for?! Go eat here NOW!! read more

It had been years since our last visit, and with this chilly weather, I was really craving a good bowl of ramen and this place absolutely hit the spot. We were the first ones in, and the staff made us feel so welcomed right away. One small moment that really stood out: they noticed the napkins at our table were a bit small, and without us even asking, one of the waiters came over with larger ones. It may seem like a little thing, but to me that kind of attentiveness and anticipation of a guest's needs speaks volumes. As for the food so, so good. I ordered the miso tonkotsu, my husband got the mentai tonkotsu, and we shared the chicken karaage... and OMG, the karaage was so incredibly delicious. Crispy, flavorful, just perfect. Everything about our experience felt warm and welcoming. We'll definitely be back read more

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Ramen so good it's my go to everytime Quick and friendly service very kind and welcoming/hospitable read more

My husband and I found our new ramen spot! The food was great and the portions were just right -- filling without feeling too heavy. My husband ordered the Spicy Miso with extra bamboo shoots and an egg, plus they had $5 draft Sapporo, which was a nice bonus. I had the Black Devil (a mix of black ramen and spicy ramen) at heat level 1, and it was honestly perfect -- flavorful with just enough kick without being overpowering. They were pretty busy for a Tuesday night, but we still got seated within about 30 minutes, which wasn't bad at all. My only complaint would be the service -- the staff weren't very attentive during the meal and seemed to check in more once it was time to pay the bill. Overall though, the food definitely makes this a spot we'll be coming back to! read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

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This is definitely one of the better ramen spots in the South Bay! A major plus is that the pricing hasn't sky-rocketed compared to competing restaurants in the city. My personal favorite bowls of ramen are Original Tonkotsu and the Shoyu. The Tonoktsu is silky smooth, rich, and soothing. The Shoyu here is the closest I can get to what I've tasted overseas during my childhood. Other places tend to butcher their Shoyu Ramen with too much salt. But either way you can't go wrong with ordering either. As per usual with any place, watch out for any toppings you add. Your bill tends to stack up quickly the more you add. Karaage is okay here, but unfortunately I've had better at other places. The gyoza here is small and delicate, also each one has a slight char which complements the filling very well. I love that you have the option of getting 5-10-20-30 pieces, but if you get the large quantity - it's wonderful for sharing. Overall, super solid choice for ramen in the local area. Customer service is friendly, efficient, and professional. Even for the times I've had to add myself to the waitlist, I never find myself waiting outside for more than 15 mins. The flavors here are worth the wait regardless of the time spent by kiosk/outside. I need to come back to try the spicier ramen flavors. read more

Our go to ramen shop in Torrance, with fast service an efficient setup, I was so excited to eat my Tonkatsu Ramen I forgot to take a photo. I've said it before the kaarage is the best in the South Bay! I could eat that alone but of course that would be wrong! I order the ramen Normal Broth with noodles cooked Hard. Needless to say there wasn't anything left in my bowl, love the savory broth. read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Ka Ikkousha Original Karaage Large - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

I have been a loyal customer for 10+ years. I would go to the Costa Mesa location 2-3 times a month and now do the hour drive here because it is THAT good! My go to is the God Fire, my mouth is watering thinking about it now. The flavor is rich and always perfect. It is a cozy little spot with great service. Everyone I've recommended to this spot is immediately hooked. I would love for Hakata Ikkousha to return to OC, will it happen? read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - God fire with side of edemame - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

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Was in the area at an event and we needed dinner after, couldn't really decide on anything so we ended up coming here for a bowl of ramen. There was a line, so we got in the wait list ahead of time, outright waited around 20 minutes before we were seated. The place was busy on a Saturday night, expected with most places though, but service was fast. We ordered a couple bowls of ramen and katsu curry. The God fire ramen has a tonkotsu broth with thin noodles and pork chashu. You have to pay separate for an egg, unfortunately, but got an egg as well. The broth was decent, I made it a level 3/4 spice, but it still wasn't very spicy. Could have got the level four easily. The regular tonkotsu ramen was similar, a little less spice added to that one per her choice, but really, the ramen didn't stand out necessarily. As for the pork chashu, the chicken was cooked well, nice crispiness on the outside, and the curry sauce was ok. But, again, it didn't stand out in any particular way. Overall, a known ramen spot that was voted best ramen in LA about a decade ago (per documentation on their walls inside), but in a city that has so many ramen options, it really didn't leave a mark on us. It is decent, and if you happen to be in the area and really want ramen, head over, but, if not, you can look elsewhere. read more

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I was so so hungry and craving ramen so we stopped by this place. First off, the staff is very kind and friendly. We ordered the black devil ramen and the tonkotsu ramen and both were delicious. The broths weren't overwhelming and they weren't bland either. Just the perfect flavor. We also got the gyoza which was yummy too. Will definitely come back if we're in the area. Parking is great as it is inside a plaza. Definitely try this spot out. read more

Good amazing. I used to go to the location in Costa Mesa but they closed down. Went to this location, tastes the exact same. Cute spot, a little bit smaller space than the Costa Mesa location. The waiters and the service were really good. Super nice. read more

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I was very disappointed with our experience here. We would see lines outside the door all the time so we thought their food was going to be good but maybe we hyped it up too much in our heads. Inside the restaurant is relatively small so we understood why there would be lines out the door. We ordered their fried dumplings, cubed chashu rice bowl, half and half spicy and garlic ramen with extra toppings and a regular tonkatsu ramen. The temperature of Both ramens came out less than lukewarm. No steam whatsoever. Do not order the half and half. I do not know what I was tasting. It was such a weird taste and it was not a good taste at all. All the foods were not warm so we did not enjoy it at all. Maybe we got them on an off day. read more

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I really like the ramen here. Never had a bad bowl or any item I didn't like. My favorite is the Tonkatsu regular ramen with everything and extra green onion. I order the spicy karaage and some gyoza, every time!! I come on cold rainy days especially. My wife gets the spicy miso. We slurp it down. You can order extra noodles if you'd like if you still have broth but I never have. Inside is small and gets busy early. Service is always great, friendly. read more

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Went here for my lunch break! Had to come and give them a review cus man, that ramen HIT. I love food and of course ramen, very picky, and this just, WOW! This mf hit yo I had the Black Devil Ramen. Ooooohh man lol Best of both worlds! You can choose your spice level, so don't be alarmed!! I liked how the server described it and the generosity of saying they can just put it on the side for you. I went with level one, which is why I'm so happy about this serving. It literally did its job, I had the perfect kick and the right amount of spice. I still asked for spicy miso paste on the side (just cause I really love spice but really shouldn't). I honestly sprinkled some maybe once or twice, the soup was great as is. It came right away too, by the way! I think the temperature of the soup also had a lot to do with it. I was doing work stuff, but I couldn't keep my hands off the spoon. Place is somewhat small, but did its thing. Joining the waiting list and being upfront with them as soon as you arrive and check in does the job. I sat on the bar/wall since i was on a time quench. They also have an easy way to order to go, they have the slips you pick and choose what you want like sushi places do, everything was pretty convenient. Only con i thought of (after the fact) was that they didn't have much selection on toppings. But I clearly overlooked that and the Ramen just did it's thing! Definitely ask for the veggies! I will be going back, enjoy! read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Black Devil Ramen (half God Fire, half black) - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

Rating: 4 1/2 Stars Background On Chef: The New Ramen Pioneer, Kousuke Yoshimura, keeps searching for the original tastes. He created 7 different tastes of noodle shops in Japan and overseas. He keeps running with his motto: "To bring happiness to all the people". He constantly pursues the most desirable taste and makes every effort to spread "Hakata Ramen" culture to the world. Kousuke Yoshimura was born in June 1976 in Fukuoka city. His father was a sushi-chef and his mother ran a Japanese-style bar. Naturally he got interested in cooking in childhood. Aside from his regular work, he had built up his experience in a gyoza restaurant for two years. He came back to his mother's bar and he devoted himself to cooking. Though those experiences, he completed his original tonkotsu ramen by himself and opened "Hakata Ikkousha" in Daimyo, Fukuoka. The shop was named "Ikkousha" with the hope that whoever comes here can find "one" or more "happiness" at the precious "place". He also opened "Hakata Gensuke", which was the very first Tsukemen,dipping ramen,shop in April 2008- Hakata. The concept of the shop is totally different from that of "Ikkousha". Hakata Ikkousha Ramen Motto: "To bring happiness to all the people". Promotions: Check out their yelp page or their website for monthly specials. This month is Tsukemen. Law of the land 1) They do not accept reservations. 2) First come, first serve policy. However, parties may be sat out of order to best accommodate all party sizes. 3) Please join the waitlist on the ipad in-person or join the waitlist online through the yelp App or yelp website. 4) All parties have to be present in order to be seated/checked in 5) If there is no response within 5 min. of being notified, your name will be removed from the waitlist. 6) We reserve the right to refuse service. Location/Parking: Located in a plaza with a decent amount of parking spots. Wait Time: Really depends on the time you go. They encourage everyone to use the Yelp Waitlist Kiosk. We waited about 10-15 minutes. Ambiance/Decor: Neat ambiance with pretty cool decor through the small shop. Service: Service was great. The staffers were friendly and attentive. Food came out at a decent time. Food Of Choice: 1) Large Karaage: Pricing was a bit pricey ($14 - $15), but you get about 4-5 big pieces. It would be great if they could put the pricing on the order form. I did like the crunch and how moist the chicken was. It was very nice that they provided scissors to cut them to smaller pieces. 2) Fried Squid Leg: Mmmmm. Very good. 3) Mentai Tonkotsu: Loved it! The tonkotsu soup base was so delightful to drink. Had plenty of garlic, but if you want more... ask for more! They don't provide an actual garlic and a presser, but they do give you minced garlic in a container to put in to your bowl. Has a little spicy kick. Noods were to my liking and the chasu was tender. Hakata Ikkousha Ramen For Thought: Would love to patronize the shop again. read more

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When they have the 50% off special deal, it's a no brainer destination dining trek Torrance if you're in the South Bay Beach Cities. The broth is very tasty. I am spice adverse so ordered the spicy sauce on the side and it came "normal" not a hint of heat, the way I like it. Because it's ramen inherently it's real fast to prepare and serve. The service is fast and friendly here read more

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Last location in socal i believe Check in with yelp Super fast service and same taste as all the other locations pricier now if you want the basic toppings like egg read more

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It was alright for the price, I got the standard tonkotsu ramen, the "normal" broth is a bit too salty for my liking. Service was great and food was just ok and a bit pricey for what you get. Taste : 6/10 Value : 6/10 read more

TL;DR - they have limited time tsukemen for August and it is OUTSTANDING! Hakata Ikkousha Ramen is now my go-to place for tsukemen. They have tsukemen for the month of August!!! Hurry before it is gone! They're currently doing monthly themed dishes and this is the one for August. I was really surprised to see this option so I got it and was really happy with my decision! My normal go-to place for tsukemen is in Sawtelle, Los Angeles but I no longer need to go there, at least for August. Their tsukemen was outstanding. I don't know what they did to make their dipping sauce but it wasn't too salty or fatty like it normally is. The flavor was nice but not overpowering. The most unique element of the dipping broth was the unexpected smokiness that you could taste. I absolutely loved it. Enough to ask to waitress if it was going to stay on their menu after August. Apparently the staff likes it too and they're considering it. Please please PLEASE keep it on the menu! I would come back just for this. I even finished ALL of the dipping sauce despite having no more noodles (normally it's not recommended to drink it because it is too salty and fatty lol) The service was fast and professional as usual. They were very helpful with explaining everything. There weren't many people when we went so there were no issues with seating and it was quiet enough to hold a conversation. read more

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I ordered my kids moso tonkotsu. No kid sizes. Noodles are different than my Mentaiko Tonkotsu. Not sure why they dont say that as I assumed all kyushu ramen is horsemen. Truthfully, the mentaiko tonkotsu has no diff. Just a tad bit spicy and I dont see any mentaiko or even taste it. If the theme is mentaiko, I would request to put more as I saw no difference from getting a tonkotsu and just putting some chili oil in it. It doesnt suit the dish if it doesnt tast like what it says...or at least see the roe. I drank most of the soup but found nothing..no roe floating or at the bottom. Maybe they forgot? (Thats worse tho) I've been here many times n like the tonkotsu here, but maybe ill just stick to the normal one. The atmosphere is ok. Always a line as there's not much space. I recommend getting on yelp wait list before you get there. Ill be back whe. I want tonkotsu again. Thx read more

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We just came back from Japan and were missing ramen. It is very comparable to the ramen we had, the broth was very creamy and fatty. The workers were very nice and the price was very fair. It's located in a plaza with other restaurants. The store is small, we didn't have to wait for seating on a weekday night. I live in OC, it's nice that they also have a location in Costa Mesa. ig: @cravingswithcat read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Miso Tonkotsu, Tonkotsu, & Fried Squid (ig: @cravingswithcat) - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

Ramen is always good. Flavors of soup base is always on point. I love that we can adjust many aspects of soup intensity and noodle firmness. Service varies depending on the day and how busy they are. They are a little slower since they kindest leave you alone for the most part. read more

A quick search led us to this Ramen spot. We were able to join the wait list, so thought it was convenient. Wait time on a Thursday night around 8pm was 30 mins. We arrived early to open tables, us being 1st on the list, but still waited for a table. Orders are written on a separate sheet per person, taken by a server, with food delivered shortly thereafter. I ordered the 1st Ramen option which is very plain. I am use to flavorful broth, but this was far from that. Goid news though, it was not salty. The smaller portions vs competition was not a match for the price point. With a flyer on the wall for Japanese pudding, I gave it a try. Picture vs actual size were way off. It was tiny! 3-4 bites for $7. It was good...reminded me if flan, just not worth the price. Other than ordering and food delivery, not much service. read more

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Tried this spot for the first time and, unfortunately, it didn't quite meet our expectations. Our waitress opted to memorize the order for our family of three--which I'm generally not a fan of since something always seems to get missed. Sure enough, she completely forgot our fried rice. On the plus side, the ramen came out quickly--within 5 minutes--and the service was fast overall. The restaurant has a decent vibe, typical of most ramen spots. As for the food: - My wife ordered the Shoyu ramen but wasn't a fan. - My son tried the Spicy Miso and really enjoyed it. - I went with the traditional Tonkotsu ramen, which I'd rate a 6.5/10. To be fair, our ramen standards are pretty high after living in Japan, so we're a bit picky. Surprisingly, the chicken karaage was really good--large pieces, flavorful, and they even provide scissors to cut it down to size. The gyoza, however, was disappointing. The menu shows them as pan-seared (the traditional style), but they came out deep-fried. While the filling was juicy and tasty, it wasn't the preparation we expected or preferred. Overall, it wasn't a terrible experience, but with so many great ramen options in LA, we probably wouldn't return. read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Karaage Large - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

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Haven't been here in a while, no waitlist needed this time. Cute restaurant with good use of space with bar tables for single eaters on the side and tables in the middle. Service was quick and friendly. We ordered the tonkatsu with everything topping, tonkatsu ramen and katsu curry. The bowl seemed small for the amount of toppings they put with the "everything topping". Broth was flavorful and they cooked my noodles just how I like them (hard and firm). Katsu curry was also pretty good except the chicken pieces were kind of fatty. read more

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Stop by the restaurant for a quick lunch around 11:30AM and the place was already full. I was lucky to take the last table. The ambience is of modern Japanese ramen place with seating for 40+ people. Since it was packed, there was some waiting for menu and water. Besides the menu, the staff also handed me a separate order sheet where I entered my order and chose options such as noodle hardness, broth strength and toppings. I ordered Tonkotsu with Small Mentai Don Lunch Combo: the tonkotsu ramen's broth was flavorful and thick but not oily. I could taste the collagen but it was not too overpowering. The chashu was tender and not fatty. The egg was not peeled nicely but inside was runny. The side order of Mentaiko Don was salty and slightly fishy as expected, but not too spicy and quite flavorful, and it went well with seasoned rice, green onions and dried seaweed flakes. Overall, a very nice ramen place for a quick lunch or dinner. Just couldn't give it a 5 star review due to health rating. read more

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Mmmm not my favorite. I got the light tonkatsu and was surprised because it still tasted super fatty. Like after the meal, my teeth felt gross. The flavor was fine and what stood out was the flavored egg, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms. We also ordered the chicken karaage and it was good, but a bit strange that the customer needs to cut it up, since it comes in one big chunk. Noodles were fine but not the best I had. Overall ambiance is very similar to 90s grunge. Not the cleanest place. Service was good though! Probably won't return. read more

This is place is in a plaza with a bunch of brown facade buildings with nothing visually interesting outside. The interior is simple with chairs and tables, posters on the wall describing the menu, and an open view into the kitchen. You order on paper slips describing the ramen, addons, and side dishes to give to a waiter. I ordered the black devil spice level 2 and it came out quickly. The black devil has a mixture of spice and black garlic oil. The soup quality is rich, creamy, and packed with pork bone goodness. They use thin noodles here, which were alright. The pork charsiu was thin and not very flavorful, but passable. The egg was properly done with a creamy soft yolk. The black garlic oil added a nice depth of unami to the dish, and there was plenty of it. Spice level 2 isn't very spicy, so if you like spice I recommend a higher level. No real notes on anything. Excellent soup, middling everything else. read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

The service here is super quick! We order via a piece of paper and state which ramen we would like. The ramen already have all the default toppings like the image, but if you want to add more, you can mark it on your paper. I requested for more toppings and it was a hefty portion of ramen and toppings! I got spice level 3 and must say it packs a lot of heat. To any spice lover, 3-4 are great levels! Will definitely check out the one down in my area when I am free! read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Black Devil Ramen Level 3 ( i got too excited and ate some before taking my photo...) - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

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I've always passed by this little plaza and today was the day to explore and this was our Stop. The place has nothing Fancy but some tables, cool decor and just DAM GOOD Ramen Period!! Their menu is simple and to the point some items that come as sides that you can get as well. I had their 5pc Gyozas and they were really good with the dipping sauce nice and crunchy. Their ramen was SO flavorful and Rich. When looking at my food presentation is important and I could tell right off the bat it was going to be good. I had their Signature Ramen and added Seaweed and every swirl of noodle was just perfection. Their black Tonkotsu was honestly the best thing EVER the flavors just blend so well together and it's different but so good. This by far has to be on my TOP list of Ramen spots to def hit up. May was our server and she was the sweetest and gave some good tips as it was my first time there and now I know how to properly order next time. Their staff are very quick to greet you and have you seated right away and instantly you have waters and you grab a paper and circle how you want your Ramen and so forth very easy and straight forward. Def looking forward to coming again and bringing our friends. You gotta come here! read more

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Rich, flavorful broth with perfectly chewy noodles this place nails authentic ramen. The spicy tonkotsu was bold without overpowering, and the chashu melted in my mouth. Service was quick and attentive, keeping things flowing even during the rush. Cozy ambiance makes it a great spot to warm up and enjoy comfort food done right. read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Mentai Tonkotsu Ramen Katsu Curry Don Small - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

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Best ramen in Torrance. Authentic Hakata style ramen with so many options. Service is quick and ambiance is cozy. The sides are outstanding and they also have curry bowls. read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

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Ikkousha ramen is a full-on experience, not just a meal. The broth is rich, creamy, and deeply flavorful without being heavy--like it's been perfected over years (because... it has). The noodles have that ideal bite, the pork is melt-in-your-mouth tender, and every component feels intentional and perfectly balanced. It's the kind of ramen that makes you close your eyes on the first sip and immediately plan your next visit. Comforting, craveable, and absolutely elite. If you're serious about ramen, Ikkousha is mandatory. read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

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Solid ramen spot. I used to frequent the Little Tokyo location all the time before COVID, but this was my first time back and at this location. Everything is great about this place, love the additions of different ramen broth options. I enjoy the God Fire the most. The takoyaki here was great, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Service is nice and super fast. We were in and out in 20ish minutes. That's what i'm talking about!!!!! will always come here for a quick meal. Only con was that it can get pretty pricey if you want more protein, an egg, or bamboo shoots. The pickeled spicy side is also extra now and no longer provided at the tables read more

I was recommended this hole in the wall for some ramen! I went on a Saturday night around 9:30pm. It wasn't full, there were still some tables open. The location is pretty small, like I said, it's a hole in the wall. Plenty of parking in the plaza. I ended up ordering the spicy miso tonkotsu. The broth was amazing, exactly how I expect my tonkotsu broth to be like. I was very intrigued by the corn that was added. I have never had corn in my ramen before I was very like wooooah. It adds a kick of sweetness that I'm personally not the biggest fan of. I prefer my ramen to stay savory, flavorful and spicy. It didn't ruin it, but definitely made me surprised. The service was speedy, and the waiter was extremely kind. He answered all the questions I had considering it was my first time there. I ended up getting a tiramisu to go. I didn't try it but my family said that it was tasty! I personally don't see myself returning but it was a nice first time experience to say the least! read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Spicy Miso Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

Yeah... the ramen here is decent. 7/10 but I'll round up because I don't think it deserves 3 stars here. The soup base, salt, noodle firmness, can all be customized which is pretty nice. Overall I would get firm noodles and less salty base, but that's just personal preference. I found that to be the perfect combination. read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California

pros: - REALLY good karaage, 3 piece(large) was a huge quantity - will come back to try the spicy version - interesting 5 spice/msg dipping powder for the chicken - i like that you can customize everything from the noodle doneness to broth flavor intensity - good service cons: - no lemon for the karaage tho? huge miss - both god fire and spicy miso was VERY salty. wish i got "light" on flavor - sadly mid? reminds me of shin sen gumi which is also overrated imo read more

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Great service, quick seating. Cute casual spot for ramen! Got the mentai tonkatsu-- I can't say it had a very strong mentaiko flavor, but the broth was definitely very rich & kind of eggy (makes sense as mentaiko is cod roe). I really enjoyed choosing my noodle texture-- the firm noodles were perfect for me. The pork was not my favorite, but the rest of the bowl made up for it. Definitely get the chicken karaage!! It's extremely crunchy & juicy. read more

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen - Mentai Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Torrance, California