I loooooooove ramen, but my biggest problem is that most ramen places use pork broth. Since I don't eat pork, I'm usually stuck choosing a vegan option. So imagine my excitement when I found this place! What makes this restaurant special is that they use dashi broth, which contains no pork or other meat. Traditional dashi is made from ingredients like kombu (sea kelp) and katsuobushi (dried fish flakes), then combined with seasonings and oils to create the broth. As someone who avoids pork, this felt too good to be true! I even called the restaurant to double-check because I was so surprised. ***A helpful note for my fellow halal eaters: they do use pork oil in some ramen bowls, but you can ask for it to be left out. They also offer meat toppings that can be customized or removed when ordering. But they should update their menus in the restaurant it's not written that way so confuses us and our waitress was kind enough to explain again that it's not pork/ Meat broth. Now for the review! The restaurant is located near Little Tokyo, across from Weller Court. There is street parking available, or you can park in a nearby lot and pay. The ambiance is clean, cozy, and feels like a traditional Japanese ramen shop. The staff was incredibly kind and patient. We asked a million questions about the menu, and our server took the time to explain everything so thoroughly and kindly. We came with a large group, so we ordered several different ramen bowls. Each one could be customized with your preferred spice level and additional toppings. Every ramen came with half a soft-boiled egg, fish cake, and seaweed. We ordered: Chicken Umami Ramen (2 bowls) This came with a clear broth, and we requested no pork oil. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the ramen arrived piping hot. The noodles were cooked perfectly al dente. Spicy Miso Ramen This one definitely had some heat! It had a great spicy kick while still being flavorful. We substituted the chicken for fish cakes, and they were a fantastic addition. Spicy Miso Butter Corn Ramen with Shrimp Tempura This was one of my favorites. The shrimp tempura was perfectly crispy, and dipping it into the broth made it even better. The butter and corn made the soup rich, creamy, and comforting. It wasn't overly spicy, which I really enjoyed. Sukiyaki Beef Ramen This also had a clear broth that was packed with savory, umami flavor. The beef was incredibly tender, flavorful, and delicious. Overall, everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. Between the delicious ramen, customizable options, welcoming staff, and pork-free dashi broth, this place is a dream come true for me. I'll definitely be back! This has officially become my go-to ramen spot! read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Spicy Miso Butter Corn Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wonderful Japanese import. Great Vegan ramen. They're making a good showing! Sweet service, and great back story. read more

6/6/2026 Hinodeya Ramen 232 E 2nd St Ste B Los Angeles, CA 90012 We went for a Saturday lunch. It's in downtown LA in Little Tokyo with the associated parking issues. We parked in a paid structure a block away for $15. The interior is a clean modern table and counter setup. It wasn't busy and we were seated immediately. We all had the House Ramen which was brought to us shortly and consisted of nicely chewy thinner noodles in a clear dashi (bonito flavored) broth with bamboo shoots, half an egg and chashu pork. There was fried garlic and Togarishi available at the table. The ramen was good and reminds me of Hawaiian style saimin. Service was good. I prefer my broth thicker so I wouldn't repeat unless I'm in the area for something else. read more

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Second time coming here and the broth still champs as one of the best. The beef rice bowl was also delicious. Service was excellent and was seated right on entry. Great inside atmosphere and is very clean. The restroom was also spotless. read more

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I visited this ramen spot for a weekend lunch and my experience here was pretty good! There was a graduation special going on for May 2026 which includes 2 ramen bowls, 3 appetizers, and 2 drinks for $60 which my friend and I split. Going down the list of food I hate here: - Spicy Miso Ramen: Big and filling. I liked how meaty the chashu pieces were. Pretty flavorful and with a good amount of heat. The noodle texture was solid, but could've been better. - Takoyaki: Crispy and tasty, but barely any octopus pieces inside. - Gyozya: Solid and I enjoyed the thin wrapping. - Karaage: Crispy and meaty and I liked dipping them in the mayo sauce. They did get hard as they got cooler though. The interior was nice and the service was great too. Parking is just street or garage parking I believe. Overall, this was a good and solid ramen spot, but I've had better elsewhere. read more

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First time at Hinodeya Ramen Bar on a weekday. The restaurant is clean and the staff is nice. I ordered the special scallop ramen and it did not disappoint with its umami punch. The broth was rich and hearty. Ramen noodles were thick and chewy. The green onions and shallots also enhanced flavors. It was a great meal overall. I was happy with the $25 price tag. Only complaint is that 1 of the 5 scallops tasted a bit sour... others were fine though. read more

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Sophisticated and ramen elegantly well done! I came in here seeing that the place already looked like an artisanal ramen joint. And boy was I ever so right! I love scallops so I tried their seasonal Hokkaido Scallop Ramen and wow the soup was so flavorful with umami flavors and they topped it with fresh sashimi scallops! Def a seafood lovers adult style ramen! I hope this won't just be a seasonal dish it's amazing. You can tell the quality of this joint just by looking at its condiments. The spicy powder is finely ground and actually spicy and numbing so tread with caution. The garlic looked like walnuts which was a nice touch (: Ambience is giving modern zen. Super cute and modern with friendly and sweet staff. Def will be back, haven't been this excited about ramen in such a long time! read more

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o2.o1.2o26 We went on a Sunday close to 1pm. There wasn't any wait but we waited a bit for them to put the tables together. I told the staff that we'll wait outside then. But they didn't come get us when the table was ready... I ordered the clam ramen bc they went out of the scallop one. The ramen is very different from the other places I had. It very bouncy and I like it. There were a lot of clams. I don't know what I was expecting but I feel like it wasn't as good as I thought it would be. The staffs were also cleaning and taking empty plates away while we were eating. They also took dirty napkins away which I said I was still using it. She said she'll get me a new one but never did... It was nice they gave crayons and print out drawings for the kids to play with. read more

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Have a craving for ramen, check out Hinodeya. Specializing in dashi based broth, the traditional umami flavor is delicious. As many other locations, the dining area is small. The waitstaff here is very attentive and reviewing a few items in the menu. One of my favorite orders are the spring rolls, chicken umami ramen, medium spice and a sapporo. The shishito peppers, Hinodeya house ramen and sake is also pretty good. There are 2 parking garages nearby and make sure you hit the drum on your way out, it's tradition. read more

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The food is really good. The noodles are amazing--the best I've had since I came back from Japan. I got the house ramen, and it literally reminds me of a shop I randomly found in Kyoto at night. That place is a core memory for me. The service is amazing. Everyone was so respectful--it almost made me want to cry because it reminded me of the hospitality in Japan. I literally felt like I was transported there. There's seating for everyone, but the waiting area is really small. read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Hinodeya Ramen (House Ramen) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

TL;DR: An amazing, authentic spot in LA's Little Tokyo that specializes in flavorful dashi-based broths, making it a fantastic option if you avoid pork. The $23 Gyudon and mini spicy miso ramen combo is a massive amount of food, though parking in the shared grocery store lot can be a real headache. This spot was absolutely amazing. When you arrive, it's located in a parking lot shared with a grocery store, which made parking pretty difficult. We got super lucky and snagged a spot right as someone was pulling out, but definitely be prepared for a bit of a battle there. Once you get inside, there's plenty of seating and the whole aesthetic feels extremely authentic. We were actually in the area for a convention, and my friend, who is Muslim, was super excited to try this place since it was nearby and they specialize in dashi-based (fish) broths rather than the typical pork-based broths. I ended up ordering the combo with the Gyudon and the mini spicy miso ramen. The presentation was splendid, and for $23, it was a ton of food. The Gyudon had such a flavorful, savory umami taste, they gave you the perfect amount of rice to go with it, and the jammy yolk from the soft-boiled egg was so good. The ramen was also very rich, and the noodles had a really nice firmness to them. My only minor complaints are that I wish the mini ramen automatically came with an egg, but I just ordered an extra one on the side for an additional cost to fix that and that there wasn't much of a spiciness to it. I'm so glad my friend found this place. The food is great, the broth options are awesome for different dietary restrictions, and I definitely need to come back next time I'm in LA! read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Gyudon and Mini Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ordered take out for lunch and went with their spicy miso ramen. First off I was really impressed with the presentation for take out. The containers they used separated the ingredients in a way that ensured the bowl to be fresh and not in the least bit soggy. The noodles had a great bite to them and the broth was phenomenal; rich in umami and just enough spice to still be able to taste the other components. The chashu pork was delicious and there was a good amount of it. The bowl also came with soft boiled egg, bamboo shoots, green onions and seaweed. An extremely satisfying lunch. I look forward to eating in next time read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Spicy Miso Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here on a Wednesday around 12pm Wasn't packed. I ordered the house spicy miso soup. Broth had good flavor and noodles were good! 10/10 My coworkers also enjoyed their plates. We all became returning customers! read more

Came here with a group of friends on a Sunday at 8pm and there was no wait at all. It wasn't too crowded and the workers were very accommodating and quickly gave us waters and took our drink orders. The menu was pretty small and there weren't too many options. Regardless, I got the Sukiyaki Beef and I would rate it a 6/10. It was good, but not the best I've had. The meat was tender and I was intrigued to try their buckwheat noodles which were delicious. I would say though the soup was lacking in flavor and I had asked for mild but it wasn't honestly spicy to me at all. But maybe it could be my fault and that I should have gotten a medium spice. Anyways, the brussel sprouts were my favorite. They were so crispy and tasted almost like you were eating seaweed. I added the crunchy garlic with sesame that was provided at every table on top and it enhanced the whole dish. Overall, this was a great place for some convenient ramen if you are in the area. But I would say it wasn't my favorite place to go, but still somewhere I would stop by if I was in the area. read more

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I believe I've reviewed Hinodeya before, but it deserves another. This place has fantastic ramen, great service, and is absolutely worth trying. They have authentic Ramen with very delicious broth. The dining room is nicely decorated. They have a generous rewards program that will get you a free dessert for signing up if you want to use the points during that visit. This is a must-try Ramen spot! read more

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Parking - I did street parking, there were a few parking structures but they were quite expensive. The service we got was great! There was only like 2 - 3 other parties when we arrived and they were super attentive and nice. I got the chicken gyoza, which was made in house. It was super good! They also have this fried garlic on the table. Which also complimented the gyoza very well. I got the beef don with the mini ramen so I could try both of it. I enjoyed it very much, although there really was nothing special. It kind of tasted like a particular fast food beef plate. Also the spicy ramen that I got was not spicy at all. Overall, It wasn't a meal to remember. I did enjoy the food but the service is definitely what made it for me!! read more

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Hinodeya makes some delicious ramen with deep, balanced broth, well cooked noodles with good chew, and flavorful chashu. I enjoyed the spicy miso (not very spicy but still good). The tempura a bit more forgettable - had more of a beer battered texture than the delicate, lacy, crisp texture I was hoping for. Service is great and neat clean modern ambiance. Street parking available read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Hinodeya has a really nice seafood-y broth that I think distinguishes it from the myriad ramen places in Little Tokyo. I also really enjoyed their fried chicken bowl, which comes with a mini ramen. The chicken was delicious and had a really nice sauce on it--a little sweet, tiny bit spicy. I wish they offered their rice bowls only rather than all having to come with a mini ramen. I would rather save a few bucks and knock off the ramen, as the price is pretty steep at $22. Service is decent. I've never seen this place crazy crowded and have been able to sit as soon as I arrived. Food arrives quickly. read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Yu-Lin-Chi bowl with mini house ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here randomly on a late night dinner run and was pleasantly surprised. Hinode-ya is becoming my absolute favorite ramen place in LA. The dashi broth in their signature ramen is really clean but flavorful, and I much prefer it over heavier broth (like tonkotsu broth that tends to be more popular in the US) on a regular basis. The salt amount is just perfect. The noodles are super chewy and springy. Service is impeccable but not overbearing. In a place with several great ramens around, including Daikoku-ya (which is top also), I keep coming back to Hinode-ya and that's the highest praise I can give. read more

* The Yu-Lin-Chi Fried Chicken was delicious - a good outer crunch, incredibly juicy chicken, covered in a sweet, spicy sauce * The Sukiyaki Beef Ramen was an extremely filling and tasty blend of sweet sukiyaki beef, smokey spices, and a savory, umami broth * Overall, a great spot with friendly service and a variety of unique, hearty takes on ramen and other dishes read more

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I was very excited to go try out this new ramen place that opened in Little Tokyo recently. Their menu has many good choices to order. It was interesting to read their regular base ramen is wheat noodles. They had a limited time seasonal Hokkaido scallop ramen that's available from Sept to Nov. As it was my time time, I ordered their house Hinodeya ramen, along with a side of tonkatsu. The ramen was delicious, chashu was soft, and it includes spinach. If you're a garlic fan like me, be sure to add in the complimentary fried crispy garlic. The highlight to me is the soup rich and filled with umami flavor. Menu says they use scallop bouillon and pork fat. I drank 2/3 of the soup and would drink more if I had more noodles. The tonkatsu was a little over fried and dry. read more

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LOVE Hinodeya! This is a fabulous date spot a short jaunt away from the Little Tokyo Metro station. I loved the upscale ambiance, all the details like the water bottle/water glasses, lighting, and even the physical construction of the menu were well thought out and impressive. This attention to detail comes through in the food as well. We ordered the vegan bento box with the zen mini ramen to be able to taste a bit of everything. This was personally the best vegan Japanese food I've ever had, and my partner agrees. I highly recommend the bento box, everything was delicious! What stood out to me was 1) the gyoza, something about it was really hitting the spot, there was a little lemony flavor to it that I liked a lot 2) the texture of the noodles was absolutely perfection, they seriously nailed it. Service was also perfect, super sweet and friendly folks working here! I am absolutely going to be coming back here, and maybe next time I'll try the matcha beer as well! read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Vegan Gyoza Bento(vegan) with Mini Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great restaurant. Went there for a quick lunch during break. Everything was delicious. I wasn't feeling like tonkatsu ramen, so I tried the littleneck clams. It was light and tasty. The service was great. She was attentive and we didn't feel rushed. The restaurant was clean and the place was nicely decorated. read more

We recently came here for a late night dinner and so glad we did! Hinodeya is a ramen shop from Japan since 1885! Recently opened in Little Tokyo. They import everything from Japan (except the protein). Street parking was easy (at least at night). Our server was Mija was the absolute best and deserves lots of praise. She was so positive and told us about the menu and the history of the restaurant with lots of passion and energy. Made us even more excited to be here for the first time (and return!). They specialize in dashi broth. The menu has a good variety and you can even make mini ramen bowls to try things on a smaller scale or even make a little tasting. Hinodeya Ramen (House Ramen) - The dashi broth has a lot of umami and is really soothing. The wheat noodles had a good chew and the chashu pork had a good ratio of fat/meat. The bamboo shoots had a nice bite to them too and tasted really fresh. Spicy Miso Butter Corn Ramen - a good contrast to the house ramen. Same delicious wheat noodles and chashu pork, but the broth was nice and creamy and spice level 4 (2nd highest) had a nice kick to it. There is a chunk of butter when it's presented so remember to mix it into the borth. The tableside crispy garlic was addicting! You can put that on anything. Looking forward to coming back! read more

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Hinodeya Ramen & Bar delivers an authentic taste of Japan in the heart of Little Tokyo. The Sukiyaki Beef Ramen was rich with bold flavor in both the meat and broth, and the presentation was top tier. A true Japanese-style ramen house with a clean, modern aesthetic--perfect for ramen purists and newcomers. A must try spot when in DTLA! Service is quick and hospitable. read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Sukiyaki Beef Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great ramen spot specializing in dashi! Most ramens are served in soups like tonkatsu, shio, miso, and shoyu but Hinodeya serves theirs with a savory dashi soup (what typically comes with udon). Their ramens come with a variety of toppings and they have a selection of vegan appetizers and ramens, making it good for groups. They also have smaller bowls of ramen, which could be great for kids or for those wanting to try more than one soup. I got the gyoza and hamaguri (clam) ramen and enjoyed both. The hamaguri was super tasty and came with a decent number of clams. As they advertise, the soup was indeed umami. The only thing I'd change is add a bit more noodles since I was still hungry after finishing it. Service is excellent! Mija was attentive/kept filling our waters the whole meal and was understanding when our friend was running late and we needed some more time before ordering. read more

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Ramen was decent and similarly priced as other places nearby. Really liked the chashu which was tender and flavorful. But otherwise didn't think the noodles or broth were particularly noteworthy. I wanted to try their scallop dashi broth but it was not available unfortunately read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Spicy miso ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We came in today around 1:00 PM for lunch. The ramen itself was good, but there were a few service hiccups. There was a mix-up with our order . my mom ordered a Coke, but it was heard as corn. The first server brought two corns, and when we let her know we had only ordered one, she apologized right away and took it back, which we appreciated. Later, another server came by with it again and mentioned that my mom had ordered it. The interaction felt a bit uncomfortable, as it came across more as insisting rather than clarifying. We explained that we hadn't ordered it, but even offered to just keep it to avoid further confusion. She then said it was okay and took it back. In hindsight, it was likely just a misunderstanding between "Coke" and "corn," but repeating the order back would have helped prevent the confusion. We also waited about 30 minutes for our ramen. It didn't seem especially busy at the time, so the wait was a little surprising. The ramen was flavorful and comforting, but not quite worth a 30-40 minute wait during lunch hours. I do want to give a shoutout to the young lady with her hair in a bun -- she was attentive, kind, and made us feel much more taken care of. Her service really stood out. With clearer communication and better coordination among staff, this place could really elevate the dining experience, because the food itself has solid potential read more

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I'm, yeah. I took 75 trips to Japan but I haven't been to a few places like this a few times in the last 14 years. The ramen was perfect, we also enjoyed gyoza, chicken karaagi, and shishito peppers, all were amazing. Service was fast and friendly. Great restaurant! read more

This place is beautiful, intimate and adorable. The ramen was fantastic. I ordered the clam ramen and it was soooo delicious! The clams were really tasty and it was the right amount of food. Great for a date night spot. read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I had higher expectations based on the reviews, but my experience was just okay. The ramen broth was a bit too salty for my taste, and the noodles were slightly overcooked! The service was polite, but it took longer than expected to get our food even though it wasn't very busy. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere but overall the food didn't justify the price. I might give it another try someday, but this visit was disappointing! read more

My fiancé and I wanted to try this place out just for a little snack. We decided with the chicken karaage and some gyoza. The chicken was so juicy and crispy we just had to get some more, we went for the spicy one which came with a sweet and tangy sauce, not spicy at all although still really tasty. The staff were very welcoming and attentive. The decor was beautiful, and they greet you with a drum and saying which was really cool. Definitely going to be coming to this spot regularly. read more

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Went on 8/5, the first day of their grand opening. They had a soft opening on 8/3-8/4. As I walked past the restaurant, a server passing out flyers convinced me to go in, especially by mentioning their opening special (free appetizer of choice by scanning a QR code, one per person!). That's a hard offer to pass by, so we went in and checked them out. The interior is actually very similar to the previous restaurant. They do have a taiko by the entrance that they hit to welcome you, thought that was funny. For the appetizers we got their sweet and spicy karage and takoyaki. Their karage was very similar to the Korean fried chicken, nice crisp and seasoning. Definitely a fan. The takoyaki didn't come out steaming hot as I'm used to getting them. Not sure if they were out for long and they just seasoned it before serving it to us, but was a bit disappointed by it. We tried their house ramen and their spicy buttered corn ramen. Their noodles are buckwheat if I'm not mistaken. Their regular house ramen was good, light. The chashu was perfect. The spicy butter sweet corn ramen was a bit too heavy for me and too buttery. It comes with a square piece of butter for you to mix in. I don't think the ramen itself was spicy enough to call it spicy, and they didn't ask me how spicy I wanted it even though I saw they had different spiciness levels after ordering. I think they still have some things to improve on but their grand opening specials makes it really worth to visit, so I'd definitely recommend visiting ASAP. read more

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DELICIOUS. I love a light broth that isn't the usual tonkatsu. For some reason, in LA most places only specialize in tonkotsu ramen, but here they have a few nice, light, dashi broths that don't feel too heavy. Decor is beautiful. Service is great! Highly recommend. read more

Decided to grab lunch in Little Tokyo. We ordered ramen, and it was delicious. The service was great as well. The atmosphere was modern and quiet, which I liked. read more

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I had their hinodeya house ramen which is a "dashi" ramen made from kombu, bonito, scallop bullion and pork oil. its really clear and light but still rich and unami. never had anything quite like it but i was very impressed and the service was incredible! will definitely come back to try their chicken UMAMI ramen next! read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - hinodeya ramen with shrimp tempura extra topping Hinodeya Ramen (House Ramen) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The ramen is absolutely amazing! Both the hamaguri and yuzu zen were super flavorful and light. The the clams added a great meaty briny flavor to the dashi broth that was complemented by the toasted sesame seeds. And the yuzu zen was citrusy with great balance coming from the toasted kale chips and sweetness from the inari. Service was very quick and helpful. And the whole atmosphere is relaxing and inviting. It might help that I came before any dinner rush read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Littleneck clams hamaguri ramen on left, yuzu zen ramen on right - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Place was pretty busy but I was seated quickly as a party of one at the bar area. My food came out fast and service was great! This was some of the best ramen that I've had! The flavors were pronounced and the serving was massive! I had plenty to take with me! Would def come again! read more

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Best vegan options! Creamy vegan is the best, the bean curd is sweet and delicious. Yuzu zen is citrusy and also delicious, especially if you're feeling under the weather. Staff is very friendly. Good amount of seating and the quiet atmosphere is appreciated. read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Yuzu Zen (Vegan) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The broth was bomb, the noodles bouncy, and the chashu? Oooooiiii! My friend said they use scallops in their broth, which did provide a really good and different umami to it. Service was fantastic too. If you haven't been here - GOOOOOO!!! read more

HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Little Tokyo - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California