We first discovered hiro nori in san Jose years ago during a trip and when we found out it's also in LA when we came back we were so excited. I say we come in either to this location or other locations once every couple of months. The broth the meat the noodles everything is up our alley. We think it has a resemblance to ichikakuya in japan. The minced garlic and the spicy paste is such a good addition as well. Highly recommend. Service not always the best considering that they have automatic service fee. But the food makes up for it. read more

This place is great first time trying HiroNori Reasonable Price great quality We asked about the chef behind such a Delicious meals. Thank you chef Fransisco and chef Gustavo we enjoyed everything we definitely coming back again. The place feels like medieval vibe sort of like Also the hospitality throughout our dining was very good The server was very attentive. Mr. tadanori / Mr.Akasaka & Mr. Fumi-San you guys have great team at this location. read more

I've visited HiroNori a few times over the past few years and brought several friends as well, who have always enjoyed it. The menu has changed a bit since I was last here (sadly no more black garlic ramen!), but the quality is just as good. A newer (?) addition is the Spicy Cold Dipping Noodles, which I got and thoroughly enjoyed -- great balance of heat and texture, and a nice option if you're not looking for a hot bowl. Definitely worth a visit if you're deciding between a few places on Lake Ave. :) read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - COLD SPICY DIPPING NOODLE - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

The store was clean. The service was excellent. There was a great variety of food options to choose from. They even offer vegan ramen choices. I ordered the small spicy tuna bowl, and it was surprisingly filling. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful! read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - SPICY TUNA RICE BOWL (S) - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Was craving a warm bowl of ramen with this cold front, so I stopped by Hiro. Friday night, 7pm, no wait (yay!!). I opted for their veggie ramen and added chicken because I wanted to get a big bowl with veggies. It was good ramen. Not great. It was actually lukewarm and not very hot, and the broth was missing flavor. I will say it was a sizable portion. Service was fast. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - VEGAN RAMEN (added chicken) - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

So far this has been the best ramen I've had in LA. SO good. The pork was perfectly tender, the seasoned egg was so good (always my favorite part), the broth was the perfect consistency and was perfectly savory. Honestly everything about it was wonderful I'm so glad I came here! read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - TONKOTSU RAMEN with black garlic oil - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

Small ramen spot in Pasadena. We got the tonkatsu ramen. Noodles and chashu were great. I like a spicy tonkatsu and added the chili oil which actually just tastes like sesame oil doesn't really add any heat if that's what you're looking for. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

The Ramen is one of my favorites. The broth is absolutely delicious and worth it. Just so good Always worth the drive, but the parking is super hard to find sometimes you gotta park a block away The service is amazing very attentive I love how it's very minimal vibes read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - TONKOTSU RAMEN - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

I've been here a long time ago and finally made a return visit. For parking I usually park in the S Lake lot and walk over. We got seated right away but there was an employee working at the larger 4 person booth and tried to sit the 3 of us at a table with only stool seating which did not look comfortable. Not sure why an employee would take up such valuable real estate and we asked if 2 tables could be pushed together at the booth so that at least some of our party could have that seating. I ordered the shoyu ramen to try something different since I historically always got the tonkotsu one and we shared a bowl of edamame. I added corn but was not happy to see that was an additional $2.30 which is pricey so a small bowl of it. I was not really digging the broth, it tasted almost a little sour and tangy which I didn't like. I did like they had fruit infused water and do service charge as opposed to tip. I think I would come back to retry the tonkotsu cuz I remember enjoying that better. But given I've had really good ramen elsewhere in this area it's why I haven't been back in awhile and this last trip didn't give me the itch to come back. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - SHOYU RAMEN with corn - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great food great service from John. There was another server who was also very nice and helpful. Overall great restaurant will return. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - CRISPY RICE WITH SPICY TUNA - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Unreasonable service charge mandatory for the meal. Customers should not bear the extra cost to pay for staff minimum wages. Plus the food does not surprise me at all soup too salty. Plan not to revisit in the future. read more

HiroNori is famous for its ramen. It was one of the hot days and we were near by the place, so we went there. We ordered light dishes, but not Ramen. When we arrived there was no one sitting at the front desk. We entered our name on the screen and were waiting to be seated. No one came! Then a group of young men came after us. They were waiting,then they went in and chose their table. We followed them. It took a while until we had a waiter at our table to take our order. We got the following; -Cucumber Crab salad 4/5 -Eel tempura bun 5/5 Steamed bun, tempura eel, pickled onions, and cucumbers. The eel bun was flavorful. -Vegan gyoza 3/5 It was crispy but oily. -Large pork rice bowl 5/5 pork chashu slices, rice, spinach, green onion, with poached egg. The amount was generous. It was the highlight of the meal. -Small salmon poke bowl 3/5 Salmon, quinoa, rice & kale. The amount of rice was huge but the bowl had lack of flavor. The service was slow. We didn't see any waiter at our table to fill our cups with water or ask us if we need anything. We had leftover, and I was looking for a waiter to ask for a box. They were busy chatting in the kitchen. The Gratuity service was 17% and it was hiddenly included. Stopping here was a mistake and I don't think I will repeat it. read more

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Came here with my partner for a dinner date and we had such a great experience! It was a quiet evening and we were seated right away. This was my second visit and my partner's first, so I was really excited to come back and order the Shoyu Ramen again. The broth is rich, flavorful, and delicious--I could honestly just drink it on its own. I'm not the biggest fan of the meat in that specific ramen, but the broth more than makes up for it. My partner ordered the Chicken Ramen and the Tonkotsu Ramen. He really enjoyed both, especially the meat in his ramen compared to mine. The crispy chicken stood out--it was extra crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and super fresh. I love it with the sauce, while my partner preferred it without--either way, it was amazing! Service was wonderful. Our server was friendly, attentive, and very accommodating. They serve fruit-infused water (watermelon, mint, and lemon), but since I'm not a fan of watermelon or mint in water, I asked for plain tap water. Without hesitation, the server brought it right away, which I really appreciated. Overall, I highly recommend this spot! The food is flavorful, the service is great, and the location is perfect--it's in a walkable area with lots of shops nearby, making it an ideal date night spot. read more

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Not sure what happened to my original review but recently went back for lunch on a Friday. This was only the second time I've dined here. The restaurant was fairly full as it was lunch time. A friend and I both opted for the shoyu ramen which came out fairly quickly. Flavor of the broth was good and the char siu was tender and flavorful. Only complaint was with the noodles which was a bit overcooked in my opinion. Honestly just a personal preference as I like my noodles a bit firmer. The egg was well seasoned and cooked perfectly. Service was good and appreciated the waitress pointing out the fact they include a "health" fee on the bill. Patrons can opt out if they don't agree with the extra charge. I didn't keep the bill but thought I saw 17.5%? read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

The first time I had HiroNori was a few years ago when I worked a block away. I was blown away by how rich and flavorful the broth was and it had soon become a favorite ramen spot. Fast forward to 2025, I stopped by for a late lunch and ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen. Years later, it still hits the spot. I still found the broth to be super rich and comforting, the pork chashu tender and perfectly fatty with all the flavors working wonderfully. Service was very friendly and attentive and the restaurant had a much more quiet vibe since it was after normal lunch time. It's great to see that the quality hasn't changed over the years. I still highly recommend. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - TONKOTSU RAMEN - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

Yet another Hironori location has popped up and I couldn't be more excited for it! I think this is the sixth location I've visited and this place has a beautiful exterior. The quality of the ramen is still just as spectacular and I love that they actually separated the salad dressing for the to go combo bowl I ordered as others do not do that. The only thing I wish this location had was the branded Hironori to go bowls, but that wasn't a major issue. Garlic portion was pretty decent and so was the broth. I also felt that the chicken bowl portion was quite generous! Overall, I will always recommend my favorite ramen shop in CA. :) (20/50--2025) read more

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A solid bowl of ramen! The ramen menu is pretty simple with a tonkotsu, shoyu, vegan, and a dipping ramen. I tried the shoyu ramen and enjoyed it very much! The broth was tasty and the extra charge for the black garlic oil elevated the ramen. It gave it that extra umami flavor! The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. The space is nice and clean, lots of seating. read more

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Showed up in the afternoon and had a great experience! Food and service were great! Ordered tonkatsu ramen (garlic sauce and hot sauce make a big difference in flavor) Crispy chicken appetizer: Very yummy and chicken pieces were big! Yay Waiter was very nice and easy going, food came out pretty fast. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Such a cute place to have a quick lunch. The service was quick, food served hot, and staff was so friendly. Tonkotsu Ramen 10/10 and their minced garlic! Is so good, had to take some to go and to cook with lol read more

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Ramen was spot on. The chewy thick texture of the noodles and the nice deep flavored broth were chef's kiss. Wish the ramen came standard with more toppings but I did get the free garlic topping. The water is fruit flavored. A solid place for lunch. Service was also good as they checked on us often. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - TONKOTSU RAMEN - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

Tried this place back in March 2025 and it was a hit! Definitely wish their menu was a bit bigger but I still enjoyed the meal! The atmosphere was nice and mellow, not too loud or quiet. Tables were kinda small so we had to make do with some rearranging of plates. Service was quick and our waters were always refilled! Which is my favorite thing about restaurants. Overall definitely coming back to try new things!! read more

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There are so many ramen spots in SGV & LA that it's hard to hard to pick a favorite. I've been to numerous ramen spots and this one is definitely one of the BEST! Parking can be challenging since they don't have their own parking lot but there is a parking structure across the street and street parking Inside is quite small with not too much seating Tonkatsu Ramen ($17.90) was so yummy! The broth was so creamy and flavorful without being too greasy or overly salty. The noodles were so fresh, chewy, and delicious! The egg was perfectly cooked, so soft and not too runny. The pork Cha shu was decent and a tad too fatty. Wish there was more than just 2 slices of it! This was 9/10 for me Service was mediocre and it could have been better if they were more attentive. Would definitely recommend and return read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Tonkatsu Ramen was so good 9/10 - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

You know the ramen is gonna HIT when they have such a limited menu. I ordered the Tonkatsu Ramen with thin noodles ($17.90). The egg was just the right consistency. The broth was perfectly creamy, and the char siu was so soft. My only wish is that they had more char siu instead of two slices. I thought of ordering extra noodles, but the regular amount ended up being the perfect portion for me. The server was so sweet and checked in on us twice. Just a heads up, they automatically do a service charge when you dine in. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Tonkatsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

Ate in a Friday lunch time and place was hopping! Friendly cozy vibe inside. Ordered shoyu pork ramen and small pork rice bowl. Both were very good and tasted great. Handmade noodles people! Loved the chili on the table had a siracha like flavor with perfect heat. Will definitely recommend, read street signs for street parking. read more

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While in the area, my friend and I decided to try this ramen place out. I was very impressed with the quality of the food, the helpful staff members, and the ambiance of the restaurant. We went around 8:30ish on a Friday night and thankfully there wasn't much of a wait. We enjoyed everything we ordered. Would recommend! read more

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I think HiroNori uses some of the best ramen noodles I've had! It's thick, chewy and bouncy. The tonkatsu broth is a little on the thicker side, but it's not overly creamy. The taste was flavorful and not overly salty. I also liked that the chashu pieces weren't dry nor tough because I see this pretty often at ramen restaurants. Service is one of the best I've seen in a while. The staff are so professional and attentive and our food arrived in just a couple of minutes. Only downside is that they don't sell alcohol here. read more

Lovely atmosphere. Small restaurant but the service and food was very good. Walked up and put our names down for a party of 4 as every seat was filled at the time. Then after a short 5 minutes we were sat. Appetizer: Ordered the 2 piece crispy rice with spicy tuna. Gotta do the one bite challenge! I was successful Entree: Got the SHOYU RAMEN. This was perfectly balanced with the broth and soy sauce and all the chashu was cooked to perfection and the egg had the right medium boil. Chefs kiss! Would come back again! read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

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It breaks my heart to write this because this place genuinely serves some of the best ramen I've ever tasted. It used to be our absolute favorite. But their new mandatory service charge has ruined the experience. Because the tip is forced and guaranteed, the customer service has noticeably gone downhill. It's incredibly disappointing to see a business take advantage of its guests to cover payroll rather than paying their employees a living wage. Sadly, we won't be coming back. read more

Really good Ramen. If you're a person who enjoys ramen, HiroNori will deliver. The Tonkutso Ramen is well balanced while still having a rich broth. Sometimes the chashu is extra fatty while other times it can be more lean. Never really had any complaints. Their crispy chicken is good too. Has a yuzu dipping sauce and it's not bready like most Karage Chicken dishes. Party of 1 or 2 or 5, gratuity is included so be mindful of that. Restaurant is clean, can accommodate a good sized party and the staff is readily available if you need anything although they can get busy at times. Service is sufficient. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

My favorite ramen in LA county. We had the Tonkatsu ramen and it was so good. Tasty broth. Perfect noodles. The egg is something I usually skip but this egg was soooo tasty. Marinaded well! Next time I'll order an extra egg! The chili sauce took the already delicious ramen up several notches. Must! The salmon bowl you can get in the combo was really good too. Service was swift and very friendly. Nice location. Clean and spacious. The only thing that could be better was the salad. It wasn't good. read more

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We have been to this pace several times now, loved it every time! Clean, quiet and walking distance from home, is one of our fav restaurant to grab a bite when we both crave a bowl of ramen read more

Good Ramen! I love the texture of their ramen. They used good cut of pork belly, not much fat. Pretty much you can tell they uses good quality of ingredients. I ordered a combo meal, tonkotsu ramen, mini green salad and mini rice bowl with pork chashu. I also tried crispy rice with spicy tuna. It was delectable. Price is reasonable and they give you generous amount of food. Service was quick and servers are friendly. It's a casual place. If you are just looking for a good ramen, then you are in the right place. read more

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There's a reason why this spot is on the Michelin Guide. What's crazy is that their appetizers are as good as their ramens which is rare to find but I can't go without ordering their Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice and of course the classic Tonkotsu. Make sure to ask for a side of their garlic oil, it will help elevate the dish to a new level. They have great service and turn tables quite quickly. Definitely will be coming back! read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Yuzunade Cucumber Mint - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

Our party of 4 came here to HiroNori to have dinner after our weekend trip on November 11, 2024. To our surprise, even though we arrived at 6pm, there was no wait! We were seated immediately and noticed not all the tables were full. The ramen that I ordered was the Tonkotsu Ramen. It was very hearty and flavorful, but not over salty. The pork was perfectly grilled and melted in my mouth. The noodles were springy and cooked to the proper texture. Overall, it's a very solid ramen place that I'd come back to if I were in the Pasadena area. Luckily, they also have other locations spread out across SoCal. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

For as long as it's the cold-ish weather, I will always be in the mood for soup and this rlly hit the spot. Typically, I order tonkatsu broth but bc i was interested in the chicken broth with 2-year barrel soy sauce, I thought to try it and it was way better than expected. The tonkatsu was rlly good but this may be the one place where i get shoyu instead. However, I feel like my fave dish was the crispy rice, it was the perfect crisp, seasoning, and the tuna and avocado were so freshh! read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - SHOYU, TONKOTSU, CRISPY RICE WITH SPICY TUNA (3PC), & CUCUMBER CRAB SALAD - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

I'm thinking this Hironori location may be new. Decided to stop in for a quick bite and we weren't disappointed. Cool thing about this chain is that it's pretty consistent. The TONKOTSU was as good as the ones I've had from other locations, would definitely come back and recommend to others! Great service and great vibes. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - TONKOTSU - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

2nd visit and the tonkotsu ramen was as good as the first time, to the last drop. I love the generous amount of broth they give you here, and the melt-in-your-mouth thick cuts of char siu, only wishing the noodle were thinner (I love thin noodles in my noodle soups, but to each his own.) Two appetizers: pork belly bao is incredibly tasty and addictive; the crispy rice tuna with jalapeno is another winning flavor bomb. Great service all around- 20% added service charge but you can opt out. I opted out and gave cash tip instead. read more

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One of the restaurants I frequent in Pasadena for lunch. The restaurant is very clean and fills up rather quickly during lunch hours. The servers here are very friendly and quick. Immediately, upon being seated, you'll be served their special water (usually cucumber infused). Your order will be taken within the next 5 minutes, or they'll quickly circle back if you need more time. Point is, the service here is pretty superb. My favorite dish to order here is the Tonkatsu Ramen (10/10 in my book) with black garlic oil and the house spicy sauce. The broth is very clean and flavorful. However, for me, I always need an extra kick, so I usually like to add the black garlic oil (regular minced garlic works too) and house spicy sauce. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

The tonkatsu ramen was delicious! For an extra $6, you could add a salad and a rice bowl, but they were not as enticing. The crispy chicken was excellent with a perfectly crunchy exterior and a tender inside. Service was great, and the food arrived quickly. Seating is limited indoors, and street parking is available. They also accept Apple Pay. read more

HiroNori Craft Ramen - Ramen Combos - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

The food was delicious and with good portions. I always my favorite pork rice bowl when I'm in Pasadena. The prices are reasonable too. I can't comment on the service and ambiance because I order the food thru an app. read more