I like this spot. We came here because the wait for Shinsengumi Yakitori was too long and were really glad we came over. The restaurant wasn't full yet but it filled up very quickly after we sat down (shortly after Shinsengumi opened). There's a decent amount of seating inside and it's very lively. We had our kids with us and didn't feel too self conscious when they were making a ruckus lol. I got their Tokyo Yatai ramen with extra noodles and an additional side of curry rice. It's a solid meal if you're by yourself. I'm not sure why it's called Yatai but I understand that word is associated with those shop stands that cook food on the side walks. I'm a big fan of food stalls so this bowl of ramen gave me those kind of vibes. I loved it. It was well balanced and the noodles were delicious! The side of curry was delicious too! I'd definitely come back here regardless of what's going on at Shinsengumi next time! read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

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This is a small shop that gets busy fast. I arrived right at opening and there were already customers inside. The food was prepared quickly and service is amazing. Staff were super attentive and kind. Got the dip ramen (aka tsukemen) in regular size. The portion is just right. Noodles are thick and chewy. The dipping broth is so well flavored and goes amazing when dipped with the noodles. I liked the broth so much I tried it on its own, but it was too salty and not meant to be used for drinking. The ramen came with half an egg, and a slice of chashu. Egg was perfect- not too runny or cooked. Chashu was tender. Really loved this and will definitely come get it again. Fried rice side- really flavorful and tasty. It had some meat pieces and fishcake pieces inside. Gyoza - got the kurobuta and garlic flavor. Unfortunately this fell short of my expectations as the top of the skin wasn't crispy at all. The filling was juicy, but had a bit too much ginger taste to it. read more

This place is soo good. It was recommended to me by someone when I was asking for ramen recs in the area, and this had a lot of variety. We also picked it because the vibe and the interior looked really cool. It's a little weird because I think it's almost like self seating? But you still get service. The people there are super nice! I asked for a recommendation and I know it's always a gamble since people have different preferences, which the guy did caveat, but I followed what he said he usually eats on his break and I'm so glad I did! I like that the menu tells you the soup, sauce, and toppings for each item. It's wonderfully detailed. Tonkotsu miso: 9.5/10. Absolutely delicious. I think my only small thing is that my friend got certain toppings in his tonkotsu shoyu that I would've also liked in mine, but that's all. The broth was rich without being too heavy, thanks to the miso. On the flip side, the tonkotsu didn't overpower the miso. It was a good blend of both broths. The noodles are a bit thicker here - maybe medium - and it worked really well! Good texture and good level of doneness UFO dumplings: 8/10. The UFO dumplings were curved which is cool and slightly different from the versions I usually see at a Chinese restaurant. It's cute. At first bite, I was genuinely pleasantly surprised with how much flavor the skirt had. Dumplings were super moist. Not the most flavorful dumpling I've ever had, but pretty high up there. This place had a lot of good options and I want to come back to try the other ones. Somewhat small parking lot, but it's free. read more

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This is a classic So Cal Ramenya! Been coming here for a few years. It gives me the chance to butcher my minimal knowledge of Japanese. Had a wonderful Chasu Miso Ramen and a mini curry plate. Eating it reminds me of eating Ramen in Tokyo. Really classic atmosphere as well. Not an immaculate corporate style vibe. Will come again read more

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My favorite local ramen. Has a nice authentic feel and atmosphere. Very casual, drop in type of place. I love that they have a little bar to sit at too. Service is really polite, attentive. Nice to hear Japanese being spoken. Had the Tonkotsu Miso. A good portion and mix of broth, noodles, and pork. Good aroma and rich sauce. Plenty of parking in the lot. Get some ice cream next door when you're done! read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Tonkotsu Miso. 美味しかった。 - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

Decided to stop by here for lunch since it's close to my work. I've been on a search for the closest thing to actual Tokyo style shoyu ramen and I'm glad I finally found one! This place is located in a strip mall so there's plenty of parking. I ordered the extra chashu yatai ramen, which is a shoyu base ramen usually with chicken or fish broth. The chicken flavor was very prominent and the tare was very aromatic. The pieces of chashu was thinly sliced, and I wish there was more slices since it was extra chashu. The wavy thin noodles paired really well with the broth and it reminded me of the bowl I had in Japan. I was extra hungry so I also ordered a fried chicken combo with fried rice and salad. Chicken karaage was seasoned and fried perfectly. The sauce on the salad paired really well with the cabbage. Fried rice was a little soggy but wasn't expecting much. Service was pretty quick and efficient. The staff were all Japanese which added additional authenticity to this ramen shop. Everyone was very friendly. The place seemed like its been around for a while but it was very clean and felt homey. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Tokyo Yatai - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

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I enjoyed my visit! I had a spicy ground chicken ramen. I liked that I could add a side of rice or salad for about $4 more. The service was really helpful, stopping by to check in 3-4 times during our meal. The only downside was not being able to order alcohol alongside my meal. The decor is pretty cool, and it's purposefully old-timey. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Ground chicken spicy ramen (bottom left) - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

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Ordered 2 ramens & 1 with a gyoza, fried rice, & salad combo ($45 including tip) The food was delicious & my boyfriend loves this place. The service was great, the servers were attentive. It is a bit warm inside. The broth is thick & packed with flavor! I like how the broth coats the noodles where you don't need to bring the soup with the noodles, even though I'm a soup girl. I want to come back to try other times! read more

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Wanted ramen while in the area and found this place online. Walking in truly transports you to a old style ramen shop in Japan. The decoration is cool to look at and really contributes to the ambiance. We were seated immediately and ordered quickly. The older lady who helped us was super attentive and nice and very welcoming. Tonkotsu Ramen: 8/10, The broth was pretty good and there were loads of topping. It was rich and creamy and the texture of the noodles were perfect. We did find it a bit oily but overall pretty good. Spicy Miso: 6/10, In a similar vain to the tonkotsu, the noodle texture was perfect and there loads of topping. I found the broth to have a decent hint of spicy but it was somehow very bland. I did find it a bit oily as well. Overall, the food here is pretty solid. The staff were amazing and it's a nice place to stop and have a quick meal. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Spicy Miso - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

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Got the Combination A with Ramen (Tonkotsu Chashu). Pretty, pretty, pretty good. The Karaage was crispy and juicy. The salad dressing was ginger based. The broth was rich and flavorful. The Chashu was plentiful. The ramen was Al dente. Seating is available at the counter or tables. Service was very friendly. Parking can be an issue. I went there on a Saturday around 16:00. Ended up parking on the residential street. read more

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I was not expecting much when I visited Jidaiya Ramen on a whim during a sleepy weekday lunch. I was pleasantly surprised by the friendly service provided by the two ladies at the restaurant upon entering and dining here. I got so accustomed to experiencing lousy service in Gardena and Torrance as of late, so I was extra surprised for all the good reasons. The spicy miso ramen I had did not disappoint. It had lots of toppings that made it extra satiating. The chashu was a bit on the overcooked side and very lean for my taste. Nothing bad. Just not what I am accustomed to. It was also not very spicy, but the server told me I can have it adjusted to spicier taste the next time. The gyoza was nice and crispy. Loved how well seasoned the fillings were and I could skip the extra seasonings. Hardly had to wait for my orders to come piping hot and the attentive service really helped make the dining experience pleasant. I can't emphasize that enough. It's rare to find that especially in that particular area. Love the retro Showa style decor too. The only issue I had per se was the lack of air conditioning and tight parking spaces. It would be also nice if they can bring the POS to the table to use ApplePay. Either way, I look forward to returning again in the future! read more

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The ramen here usually hits the spot if you are looking for something hearty and quick. The ramen noodles are thicker and the soup is flavorful and creamy. It can be a tad bit oily depending on what you order so be mindful of that. I usually add vinegar to my broth if that's the case. There are plenty of toppings on the standard order but you can definitely add more. Service is friendly and attentive. I have only been here once when there was a wait but it wasn't too long. Max time has been 10mins. Inside has a few tables and has a rustic feel of traditional Japanese ramen shops. They have some Japanese inspired art pieces hanging around restaurant. Parking on the weekdays hasn't been much of an issue but not sure what it's like on the weekend. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Spicy Shio Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

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This might be my favorite ramen place in town. Jidaiya's tonkotsu ramen is very rich, salty and porky. The other ramen spots tonkotsu broth tend to be lighter. Jidaiya ramen has a lot of other nice options. I really enjoyed the tsukemen ramen, the shoyu ramen and the spicy ramen options as well. The cold noodle salad served during summer is very tasty. I also appreciate how authentic this place feels. The restaurant is a little dark and comforting, with Japanese news in the background. The staff is very attentive and friendly. Jidaiya definitely feels like a great neighborhood ramen spot. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Miso ramen - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

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This is the place to go if you want ramen. The place is a little small but it feels purposeful so as to make sure each dish is crafted perfectly, which it was. By the time my brother and I arrived, we were the only customers. My brother ordered the spicy shio tonkatsu while I got the spicy miso. I don't order ramen often but when it arrived, I was blown away by the size. The spicy miso was absolutely delicious. The broth was thick, flavorful, and not too spicy and the noodles were great. I only managed to eat half my ramen and it looked like the perfect amount for another meal that could satisfy me. Something that surprised me a little bit was that there were no napkins. The table was set with a box of tissues. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Spicy shio tonkatsu on the left. Spicy miso on the right. - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

Had their ramen(AGAIN) today on this rainy weather. Perfect. Always. Chicken karaage is good. Love their little slaw salad. Came to realize that their tonkotsu miso ramen is way better than their spicy ramen. The chicken and pork broth that's on the spicy ramen don't really go well together, just my thought. read more

Holy, this place blew me away and exceeded my expectations. We decided to try this spot for dinner before going to LAX and it did not disappoint. We came on a Thursday night and there was no wait. We were seated and I was immediately surprised by the price of each ramen bowl. It was around $10-$13 for each bowl depending on the soup base. I haven't seen those prices in years! We both added a combo which came with karaage, fried rice, and a cabbage salad. The karaage was sooo juicy. The shoyu ramen I got was super clean and savory. The tonkotsu ramen was a little saltier for my taste, but my girlfriend really enjoyed it (I prefer less heavy broths). We will definitely be coming back again! read more

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Service was very welcoming + friendly!! Although I'm usually one to opt for tonkotsu, the Tokyo Yatai (chicken + shoyu) broth seemed promising and I was not disappointed. A piping hot bowl was delivered quickly and the broth was just as good as I had hoped. The inside is cozy like an izakaya, and I'll definitely be back! Next time I'd try the spicy miso, which also looks promising ! read more

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Called and they said there was no wait. We rushed over since we were so hungry and some near by spots had a 40 minute line. This place was busy but it was quick to get a table. We ordered and our food came out in 5 minutes! Very fast service. Tables felt busy but plenty of room and quiet enough for us to talk at a normal volume. Very tasty. Planning to come back soon. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Got a Fried Snack Gyoza 6pc - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

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I love Jidaiya ramen My favorite one is kaisen ramen It opens all day and this restaurant is very close from my work! Thank you for your great work and i hope you will keep doing great work ^_^ read more

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I love discovering hidden mom-and-pop spots like this one. The dipping ramen, (tsukemen), broth was flavorful. Not the best I've ever had, but definitely enjoyable. The staff was warm, welcoming, and very accommodating, which made the experience even better. The strip mall has several other restaurants I'm looking forward to trying, but this place is a solid stop worth checking out. read more

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Ok food (found ramens much too salty) and good combo deals! Just a little lacking in energy for me. Decor was great and fitting with the theme of the Japanese plaza and neighborhood. But I was kinda looking for the Irasshimase greetings and at least a thank you and goodbye after?? Never knew I was the type to need closure until I didn't get it lolol. Anyway,'good fried rice (chahan) and karaage! Maybe I should stick to the small bites here instead? Might give them a try again but honestly, there's just way too much competition from other ramenyas in North Torrance/Gardena. read more

I've been here many times, and on one occasion I ordered my ramen without bamboo shoots, but it still came with them. In the same visit, chili powder was already mixed into the broth even though it wasn't requested. It seems the quality can vary depending on who is working in the kitchen. The prices are reasonable, but the nori topping is overpriced. That said, the ramen itself is delicious. read more

The food was delicious, it came out fast and hot yummmmm. When we walked in we were welcomed right away, the ambiance was chill and casual with light music. Service was super friendly and they brought the food out in a timely manner and kept checking in on us if we needed anything. We loved it and will definitely return. We loved the nostalgic look inside read more

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The pork tasted stale in my ramen. My kids wouldn't eat their fried rice... sure enough... mama ate the fried rice and got food poisoning. Puked everything out. Lost a day just laying there. Never again read more

decent ramen at a super affordable price! for tbe tonkotsu ramen, the soup is extremely flavorful and the noodles are nice and chewy. the only issue is that is VERY salty, i chugged so much water while eating this lol. the tsukemen is also really good, and has a bit of a fishier base which was nice. i think i prefer this over the soup ramen. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - tonkotsu ramen (front) + dip ramen (back) - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

Jidaiya is a small ramen shop with nostalgic flair filled with old school decor and memorabilia. There's table seating and by the bar, and the service is pretty fast. I tried the following Tonkotsu Ramen $12.95: Chashu pork, egg, bamboo, seaweed, spinach Chashu Dip $15.95: thick tsukemen with chashu pork, egg, bamboo, seaweed, and bonito flakes The flavors and textures of both noodles are good; I like Tonkotsu Ramen better as the Chashu Dip broth is a bit too salty for me. Right off the 405 freeway, it's a great spot to grab quick meal to avoid traffic during rush hour; the price is good too with many items on the menu! read more

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Authentic and great value tsukemen (japanese dipping noodles)! Hot and creamy pork broth. Noodles are thick cut, which can help carry the dipping sauce very well. When you walk into the restaurant, you'll be transformed into a local Japanese environment. Bar and dining tables are available. Staff are friendly. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

Have been wanting to try this place for the longest time since all my friends rave about its ramens. Finally, today I had the opportunity to try them. Located in a small plaza, the restaurant has a quite unassuming store front. However, when you walk in, it felt like you have stepped into a men-ya in Tokyo with its traditional Japanese layout. We were seated right away since we arrived before the dinner peak hours. The server was very attentive and took our orders of Tonkotsu and Shoyu ramen right away. The orders arrived in about 10minutes. Wow, from the broth standpoint these two ramens are quite contrasting. The Tonkotsu has a rich flavor with thicker broth and full of collagen. On the hand, Shoyu was on the lighter side with clearer broth and milder taste. About the noodles, Tonkotsu's is thicker than Shoyu's but both were cooked perfectly with good consistence. Both ramens came with chashu and they were quite tender. Not fatty but tender. I liked both ramens and would strongly recommend Jidaiya if you like ramen with strong, rich broths. read more

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I was really impressed by the shellfish ramen as a seafood lover. The broth was so mild and full of umami. The thick bouncy noodle matched with the broth and all the shellfish toppings very well! The additional chashu and side fried rice were exceptional too! I also enjoyed the retro Japanese decors and furnishing of the restaurant. Service was attentive and welcoming, prices were more than reasonable! Overall, it is a great place for ramen lovers! read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Kai-Shio (Shellfish) Ramen with Chashu and Fried Rice - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

I came here for dinner with some good company and chose to try out their Chicken Yatai Ramen! This is the best meal for a cold night to warm you up and it's not overalls salty and well balanced with the portion of ramen and toppings! This particular one comes with thin noodle ramen which I prefer and it was perfectly cooked to my liking that has a bite to it. I tried my friend's Tonkotsu ramen and it was a bit more salty than I prefer for myself but more dense in flavor. The Chicken Yatai is more light and comforting if you don't want a heavy meal. Also their takoyaki was yummy with the crispy exterior and beautiful presentation except this dish didn't have the bonito flakes on top that you'd find at other places. Service was quick and the food came out in less than 10 minutes despite it being busy when we arrived. read more

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I came here a few weeks ago while searching for a decent ramen spot in the Torrance and Gardena area after my previous go-to declined in quality and service. TL;DR: I still need to keep looking. I wanted to like this place, but the ramen I had (spicy miso) was bland and disappointing. Both of us ordered the same broth, and I added eggs to mine. Neither of us finished more than a quarter of the bowl. It just was not good enough to keep eating, even though we were hungry. Maybe their other bowls are better, but after this first impression I do not see myself making the effort to come back. On the positive side, the noodles at least looked good. read more

Full disclosure: we were here last week entirely because a random website with random discounts for random restaurants (clearly: not *Yelp*) sent us a discount coupon for it, and it's not *that* far from Long Beach, so I took it, haha. Verdict: service was great, the ramen itself was just pretty good - very rich, but not *super* pork-y tonkatsu broth, with good but not amazing chashu pork, and only one thin slice unless you pay a few bucks more (funny enough, I'd actually asked how much pork you get with it, the waitress said she thought 3 slices, so I said that sounded enough. The actual answer is, for the record, 1 slice.) Pretty solid amount of noodles and veggies, though, and great veggies - and the spicy red bomb is worth it if you like peppers. It isn't crazy spicy - just spicy enough. (My wife got a random pork dish that wasn't ramen, the ginger pork, which I also tried a bite of and said was good but not amazing - but I also probably wouldn't go to a ramen place and not get ramen!) That said, funny enough, we also shared a side order - they do have solid prices on add-ons, including 4 dollars for 3 pieces of Karaage chicken and some fried rice. The fried rice was just ok - the Karaage chicken is OMG. There's a Karaage place down the street from us that claims to have won a bunch of awards - well, it's not bad, but the Karaage here is weirdly fantastic. So maybe I'm wrong about going to a ramen place and not getting ramen, cause if I were back here, I'd probably actually just skip the ramen and go straight for Karaage. No alcohol, their only drink choices are $3 cans of soda or unsweetened green tea (which also wasn't the green tea pictured on the menu, but it was as good of a brand, anyway). Other very weird thing, at least when we were there: they didn't have napkins on the table, but... tissues? read more

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It's classic ramen / Japanese restaurant that has great ambiance. It's like you stepped into Japan Showa Era aka 1970-1980s Japan. It's very Japanese retro . Great for a date night or wanna pretend like me that I traveled to Japan. The food is delicious and super affordable. This spot is a local favorite with the nonstop take out orders and constant customers. This is a ramen shop offers great meal add ons for less than $5 ish like chicken Karage, Curry, salad, fried rice, tonkatsu, etc On this visit I ordered the dipping ramen and loved it! read more

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The service here is great. The staff are attentive. I have noticed that the ramen doesn't really taste the same as it used to be. The noodles and chashu don't have that familiar soft taste I remember from years ago when this was go-to ramen spot.. :( Still pretty good though. read more

The Raman here was sooo tasty and for a great price too. Even got to take some to go definitely heading here again soon! No wait we were seating right away and served no more than 15 mins after. Very unique and traditional decor. Tons of seating we ate at the bar but there are tables and chairs for family. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Garlic Tan-Tan Men & SPECIAL / Create your original "RAMEN" - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

I pray that this place never closes. Japanese American here and I loveeee this restaurant so much. It makes me feel like I'm visiting my late grandmas house. It has a warm home feel to it and smells absolutely delicious right when you walk in. It is a very small location so don't go last minute so the workers can go home on time. The Tokyo yatai shoyu broth ramen is perfect for you if you do not like the overbearing salty and spicy broths which is so hard to find. It is also great if you have a lil sore throat coming on. The noodles are authentic style. They have combination options where you can pick a side of chicken or gyoza with your ramen. Please never close down! Tysm read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Tokyo Yatai shoyu broth - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

First let me mention... The prices here are very reasonable and just a bit cheaper than all the ramen places I have been to. I ordered the tsukumen but on their menu, they call it Dip Ramen. It was delicious! It was as yummy as Tsujita's tsukumen. I would definitely give it a 10! My friends ordered the karaage and offered me a piece. I tried it and the flavor was perfect, the chicken was tender, and it was perfectly crisp. The service is fast and it's perfect for when you are on a lunch break from work. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Dip Ramen (a.k.a. tsukumen) - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

Came for dinner with my bf. There was a short wait around 6:30pm on a Saturday. I got the Chashu Dip (Same as the Jaidaya Dip, but with extra Chashu). My bf got the Jidaiya Dip with Combo D (Fried Rice, Salad, & UFO Dumplings). Tsukemen is my favorite kind of ramen. The best place is Tsujita Annex in downtown LA and if you also have had it and became obsessed, do yourself a favor and try Jidaiya, because they're so similar! Both have a rich, fatty broth with thick chewy noodles. Pork is thick and delicious. So glad because it's a local Torrance spot instead of the 30-40 min drive to dtla. read more

Jidaiya Ramen Dining - Jidaiya Dip, Chashu Dip, Combo D (UFO Gyoza, salad, fried rice) - Ramen Near Me - Gardena, California

The look of the place was just the right amount of Japanese decor. Modest sized restaurant with quick service. Bar seating for solo eaters and tables for larger groups were readily available on a Thursday evening. Parking lot is shared on a lot with plenty other restaurants. Ramen is priced reasonably with good flavor. My usual go to is always a tonkatsu ramen. It's clever that they provide tissue for napkins. I guess I'm not the only one who gets a runny nose when eating a hot meal. Nothing fancy shmancy, just a super casual ramen joint. read more

Spicy miso ramen had a strong tomato after-taste and the gyoza came out cold, not crispy, and the filing tasteless. Shoyu ramen was decent. read more