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    Kai Ramen - Arcadia

    4.3 (888 reviews)
    ModerateRamen, Noodles
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Kai's White Ramen
    Chewson H.

    It probably should had been a red flag that this ramen place was pretty empty and that there was not much of a line. I didn't have to wait for seating during peak dinner time and I was basically immediately seated. The menu is all on a QR code and there is a few options. It's not a build your own ramen per se since a lot of these are preconfigured. They do have extra toppings but bamboo is not an option. The ramen itself was not bad in terms of flavor but I would say the portion size is a bit small for the price. I could probably eat 2 in 1 sitting honestly. The interior of this place is not bad, lots of Naruto posters and pictures around to set the theme. They don't play it on TV though. Service isn't much since they give you the entire bottle of water to refill your own cup. The only thing they do for you is bring out your food or get you a napkin. Overall just okay, small portion, high cost, no bamboo as a topping, and just okay flavor. I would say there are better ramen shops but this would do in a pinch.

    Kai's White Ramen
    Paolina G.

    This is the best ramen I've had!!! It actually makes me mad because it's far from my house. I was soo surprised with how much I liked it. I ordered Kai's white ramen. Soooo good. I have tried dozens of ramen spots. This is now my #1. Try this place out, you won't regret it. The broth was yummy and the noodles were super fresh. Can't wait to go back !!

    My favorite out of black,red, white- white!
    Tiffany L.

    Came in on a Tuesday evening, not too crowded and the waiter was very attentive. Takoyaki 8pc - yum! Would order again Black ramen - more pork flavored soup and not as garlicky White ramen - very garlicky and creamier. A award winning for a reason! Red ramen- nice spice to it I like the ramen flavors in this order : white , black, red. Bathroom is very clean and plenty of parking. They were very attentive with us especially with our daughter. Great experience and would def come back!

    Kai's White Ramen (Award winning )   Smooth and light but very traditional broth
    Nancy L.

    This elite rated-ramen is not over-hyped, and is great for a quick, cozy, and comfortable experience. The wait time is pretty fast, and the food comes out within 5-12 min, which is great for authentic, quick, yummy ramen! The broth is very smooth and traditional, with chewy, soft noodles and yummy add-ons. All in all, I hope to come back to this place in the future to this cozy great place!

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    Ac M.

    Was craving ramen and found this spot. So let's see if they're pretty good eh or ew. I got their takoyaki, handmade gyoza, dipping ramen, and award winning white ramen to try. The takoyaki had a lightly crisp exterior, savory gooey interior, and tender piece of octopus. The gyoza reminded me of the dumplings my grandma used to order and had a thin wrapping and savory pork filling. Would be nice if they were a bit crispier tho. The dipping ramen came with a jammy egg, fatty pork belly, thinly sliced onions, and springy thin noodles that kinda got stuck to each other that made them hard to dip into the thick, rich gravy that came with it. The white ramen came with crunchy wood ear mushrooms, half a soft boiled egg, tender pork belly, and thin noodles that surprisingly didn't get mushy but soaked up that flavorful, addicting, rich, garlicky broth. But overall this place eh. Takoyaki $12 Gyoza $14 Dipping ramen $18 White ramen $17.50

    Kai's Black Ramen
    Michelle T.

    We got: Kai Black and Kai White Ramen Gyoza Potstickers Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Thai Tea & Ramune Anime lovers in the SGV got to check out this spot! Kai Ramen serves up some of the most savory, comforting bowls of ramen, packed with rich broth and perfectly cooked noodles. The Kai Black had a deep, bold flavor from the black garlic oil while the Kai White was super light and creamy. The braised chashu meat was soo juicy too! Both ramens hit the spot! The gyoza were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and the spicy tuna crispy rice had the perfect crunch with just the right level of spice. Everything paired well with a sweet Thai tea and classic Ramune soda. The whole vibe is a must-see too! Naruto-themed decor everywhere that makes it feel fun and nostalgic. Kai Ramen is definitely a must try if you're craving delicious ramen and a cute anime-inspired dining experience!

    Ramen
    Andrew M.

    Inside Kai ramen you'll find walls painted with anime characters, kind of giving the place a "fun" vibe. The service was alright, they were somewhat attentive but felt a bit rushed. The food was acceptable. We ordered several items: wings, takoyaki, ramen, and a curry dish. The wings and takoyaki were pretty good, the wings had a surprising crisp/crunch to them I was not expecting, but the ramem and curry were a little on the bland side.

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    Fiona T.

    Anime lover? Cute spot lover? Great deal lover? Ramen lover? Japanese food lover? Calling you all! Entering Kai Ramen feels like being surrounded by anime murals. I also love their current weekday lunch deal -- get a free drink or selected appetizer with your ramen or rice bowl. Recommendations: White Ramen (love the rich broth), Unagi Bowl (thick unagi), and Fried Soft Shell Crab -- a very unique and crispy appetizer that pairs perfectly with your noodles or rice. IG: socalhkfoodies

    Kevin T.

    My partner recommended this spot as a dinner option on a rainy weekday. Parking was easy in a sizeable lot. Interior is pretty standard for a Ramen shop, moderate amount of tables and cool points for having Naruto decorations on the wall. As this occasion wasn't too busy, we were able to sift through the menu (through QR code) and we found plenty of menu options that were labeled: "Award Winning" so we had to try it. My partner and I both respectively got the Kai Black and Kai White ramen bowls. The Kai White is the awarding winning ramen and certainly wasn't disappointed. One part that is underrated is the kikurage in the bowl. The pork belly is delicious and not too salty, and the egg is a nice touch to the bowl. I'd say though, the skinny noodles is pretty unique from your usual ramen bowl. Usually, the noodles aren't as skinny as the ones here but it was still quite delicious. Our ramen bowls came out fairly quick and as soon as we received it, the aroma was already flowing through. Presentation and portions are pretty standard, very much Japanese vibes. Love it overall. Overall, a decent Ramen spot. Definitely returning in the future to try the other dishes on their sizeable menu. Plenty of options besides ramen like Tsukemen and Mazesoba to try. My interest goes to the Kai Yellow, very intrigued by that dish and will be my next order whenever I visit again.

    Tiffany N.

    Came here recently for lunch with my brother and after reading a few reviews we felt pretty positive about this place. We got there a little bit after opening and were seated right away. The inside is very colorful with naruto painting all over the wall. We both got a thai tea for starters and then got the sesame chicken for app. I got the dipping ramen, which was okay. It was pretty salty though. My brother said his cheesy spicy ramen was okay, nothing too special. This parking lot can get horrible though so keep that in mind if youre coming at a peak time.

    Spicy Miso Tonkotsu
    Jessie V.

    Delicious! Great service too and awesome vibes all around. Thai tea is really good too.

    Takoyaki
    Gerina O.

    Came on a random, rainy Monday for dinner. Easy parking and no wait time. I got the tsukemen ramen with takoyaki as an appetizer. Everything was tasty and they had some good combo options that made it feel more affordable. Not bad for a random weeknight meal.

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    Mody M.

    Food was tasty and just right temperature. The place is excellent for group hangout and clean. Clean bathroom too. Server was at practically under our beck and call.

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    Great service, clean and delicious ramen! We like coming here because it's open late as well.

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    Ramen Yukinoya has been around for a long time and we used to come here often for ramen and even…read morebring friends here. Then we started trying new ones opened in the area and now often go to one at the mall for good ramen and conscience. I was craving for Okinawa soba so decided to come here without driving to South Bay. It's Friday around 1:30pm and the shop is relatively busy that only a couple of tables are available. We sat down and started looking at the menu - now a digital one with a tablet on every table. You can browse the menu on the tablet and put your order in on it. We ordered Okinawa soba and miso ramen. For $15 each, it seems like a decent price. We like the broths here. It's rich and deep without a layer of fat on top like most of the ramen shops. The noodles are firm with a nice bite to it. I especially like the Okinawa soba because it uses thicker noodles. The meat is tender and has a sweet flavor to it. If I had to nitpick, they don't have the Okinawa chili vinegar to go with the soba. It's a small shop. The walls are sprayed painted to look like a Japanese night time izakaya vibe. We will definitely come back more often.

    There is no wait here which is good. The portion is bigger than I thought for a large. A medium…read morebowl would be good enough. I had the black and red tonkotsu garlic. The pork, egg, and soup was good but the ramen was okay. First few bites soft chewy and then later it gets soggy quick like instant noodles.

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    I had such a hard time deciding on what to get because everything looked so good here! I opted for…read morethe shoyu ramen and had no regrets. There's an option to request for less salt in the broth which I really appreciated. It hit the spot without making me feel like I sacrificed my kidney. The texture of the fresh noodles were cooked perfectly and the broth had just the right punch to it without being too oily. The chashu had the right amount of fattiness. My friend got the tonkatsu red and loved it. He's not normally someone that compliments food so I was a bit surprised. We both wiped our bowls clean and left no noodz behind. We also ordered a shareable agedashi tofu which was delicious as well. Service was great. The staff was polite and checked in on us a few times. The space is very modern and well kept. There's a lot of tables so it isn't a problem bringing larger groups here. Parking is very easy since it's in a huge lot. It's been awhile since I've found a ramen spot that thoroughly impressed me. I can't wait to be back to try the rest of the menu items!

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    4.3
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    AH-MA-ZING!! Brought one of our best friends from Hawaii to have lunch on a Tuesday afternoon. We…read moregot seated right away which was great bc we were all getting hangry. For appetizers we ordered the Takoyaki, chicken karage and our main dishes Deluxe Tsukemen x3. The Break down: Atmosphere: 4/5 They greet you as you walk in, which I sets the vibe. You're welcomed into a cozy apace that has some decorative elements even to the music choice. Reminds me of our trip to japan, which I MISS SO MUCH! The Food Takoyaki: $8.95. 4/5 Stars. - Comes in 5pcs with sauce and bonito flakes. I liked how the outside was a bit crunchy and inside was fluffy! Karage: $8.95. 5/5 Stars - Comes in 5pcs. The sauce was tangy sweet kind of like teriyaki sauce. It was crispy but still so juicy and soft. HANDS DOWN GET THIS! Loved it so much I could have a whole bowl Tsukemen: $22.45. 5/5Stars - If you aren't familiar with this, the broth is separate from the noodles. Its a different way of experiencing noodles. The broth is thick, creamy and flavor profile is on point. Inside of the broth there is mushrooms and pcs of pork. The noodles are cooked perfectly and also comes with pcs of nori, soft boiled jammy eggs and 4 pcs of thick chashu. Portion size lets just say they are generous and we all can EAT ^^, Kakigori (MATCHA) $8/$14. 5/5 Stars - Definite MUST! Its made with Japanese shaved ice, a very creamy soft cream matcha sauce and matcha powder! I cant tell you how good this dessert is. The wife is obsessed and one if the main reasons why we found this spot in the first place. Please try! Service: - Super friendly staff! They are quick to get our order and serve our meal. I asked for more limes for my noodles 2x and both times they were quick. Made us feel very welcomed and checked in on us on a regular, which also reminded us of the service Japan showed us once upon a time. Overall: We love this place and we keep coming back with new people to share this type of noodle experience. Check them out im sure you will enjoy it. Lets just say we drove an hour to eat this. You def will not be disappointed :)

    I had a weekend dinner at Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle with our group of four back in March 2025. The…read moreother two ordered tsukemen ($26.50 for the spicy deluxe and $23.50 for the spicy chasu) and found it very salty because they chose to consume it not by dipping the noodles in the bowl of broth, but rather by pouring all the broth from the bowl into the noodles, trying to recreate a normal bowl of ramen. I can't speak for them, but I will say, if you order the tsukemen and find that you want more dipping broth, that will be an extra charge. Order a regular bowl of ramen if you do not plan to dip the brothless noodles into the broth for each bite. BF and I both tried the spicy tuna bowl ($7.95), chashu bowl ($8.95), and tonkotsu ramen ($15.95). The bowls are a little smaller than the ramen bowls and are a great option if you want a light meal without feeling super full. The tonkotsu ramen had a slightly rich broth that was flavorful and a decent portion of noodles. We opted not to order the ramen with the egg since we were also trying the rice bowls. The three items were more than enough for the two of us and a good variety of food. Parking here is horrible at the street level, so head downstairs for the two levels of underground parking.

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    4.0
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    $$$

    Our family has been to Kiyo a handful of times, and it's become my favorite sushi place…read more Fish is sizable and fresh, prices are reasonable. We love that they do weekend lunch special, and we specifically come for that. The sushi lunch combo always includes generous, thick slices of fresh fish and a good variety. This last time, we even got a huge scallop nigiri in our combos! We also ordered a roll and an order of takoyaki to share this time around, and both hit the spot. Interior is classy, clean, and comfortable. Service can be a little slow depending on how busy it is (on a Saturday during lunch, our 3 sushi combos arrived like 15 minutes after my grandma's chicken udon), but that speaks to the made-to-order quality, so I'm not too bummed. Overall, as a sushi fanatic who doesn't like to break the bank each time we go out, this is my go-to and we'll be back every time we're in town.

    After a long and busy day, we were really tired and decided to stop somewhere just to grab a bite…read more We randomly found this café -- and it turned out to be such a wonderful discovery. From the first moments, we were impressed by the atmosphere, the beautiful menu presentation, and the great variety of dishes. When our food arrived, we were absolutely amazed The rolls and sushi were incredibly fresh, delicious, and beautifully served. You can really feel the attention to every detail and care for the guests. We will definitely come back again and recommend this place

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    LAN Noodle

    LAN Noodle

    4.2
    (927 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    Drinks: -Mango smoothie $5.5…read more-Diet Coke Appertizers: -Chinese burger beef $7.99 -smashed cucumber $5 -beef tendon $7 -pig ear $13 -scallion oil chicken $13 -braised pig feet $13 Entrees: -beef chow mein $17 -sweet and sour chicken with rice $10 -xiao long bao $14 -shrimp fried rice $15 -Lan noodle $16 -dried mixed with beef $17 If noodles had a personality, Lan Noodle would be that overachiever who makes everything from scratch just to show off. You walk in thinking, "I'll just grab a quick bowl," and suddenly there's a noodle master stretching dough like he's training for the Olympics. Their Lanzhou-style noodles? Fresh, chewy, and honestly a little too good--they'll ruin instant ramen for you forever. The Lan noodle soup is so rich and savory. The died mixed noodle feels like a warm hug... if hugs came with chili oil and a kick that sneaks up on you. It's a small, busy spot, so yeah, you might wait--but don't worry, the line moves fast. Plus, it gives you time to emotionally prepare for choosing your noodle shape. Thin? Wide? Triangle? This is not a decision to take lightly. One wrong move and you'll be thinking about it halfway through your bowl like, "I should've gone wider."

    I like how they have expanded their menu with additional options other than simply noodle options…read more We tried their pork pan fried dumplings (3/5) since the skin was overpoweringly thick, but the filling was decent. They have a small and large sweet and sour chicken rice plate. I had gotten the small size just to try it out, but it was surprisingly good (5/5). The pork sandwich bun was decent (4/5) since the beef was tasty but the sandwich bun could be better. We also had the traditional beef noodle soups with either the wide flat and triangle ones. You can't go wrong with these freshly made pulled noodles, and they are very hearty portions. Flavor is good and the beef is very tender. The smashed cucumbers were decent also (4/5), but nothing spectacular about them. Service is very quick, attentive and pleasant. This is a good go to spot for a quick meal. The dining room doesn't seat a lot of people so try not to come during busy dining hours on weekends to avoid a long wait.

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    Kai Ramen - Arcadia - ramen - Updated July 2026

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