Delicious! I recommend their spicy soft shell crab ramen. Their lunch special is also a great deal.

Good deal on softshell crab ramen lunch special, crispy soft shell crab and creamy softboiled egg

The food tasted amazing and I love the flavor and texture. The ambiance is nice and cozy. I ordered the spicy yellow kai and the noodles are nice and soft. read more

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Food 4.5/5 - The white ramen is a salt base ramen with the highlight being the tender pork belly and garlic focused soup. I liked how they have included a vegan ramen option because not every place does that. The broth was good and not too salty. Service 5/5 - Sat down and ordered right away. Food came out quick. Great late night option to either their hours. Would recommend checking this place out. read more

Scan for the menu. Attentive. Flavorful tonkatsu ramen. Naruto wall decor. A/C. Clean. read more

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. read more

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Saw that they had a lunch special so I decided to give this place a try. The ramen is good and the place is clean. Service was great especially since we were the only ones there. Our lunch special came with a choice for drink or appetizer. I recommend getting the appetizer as the drinks are nothing to talk about. Lemonade taste like it was a powder mix and same with tea. read more

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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. read more

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Really enjoyed my meal at Kai Ramen! I ordered the ramen and fried rice, and both were delicious. The ramen was flavorful and satisfying, and the fried rice was cooked perfectly with great taste. Servers were nice and attentive. read more

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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! read more

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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 !! read more

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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 read more

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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! read more

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Clean environment, friendly staff and our kids love the ramen! And the hand drawing over the wall is a plus! read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

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Been going to this local ramen place for years. It's always consistent and the combo is always filling. Great service as always!

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 read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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Just finished having lunch here as a group of 4. Only good thing was there wasn't a wait when we arrived and the whole restaurant was empty. Service was so so considering we were the only table dining in. The waiter only checked on us once. Food was honestly so so. I ordered the unagi rice bowl while hubby got a spicy chicken ramen. My unagi was very flavorful, a little too flavorful where it was a little too salty. Hubby's ramen was good but also nothing too special. I'll probably only return if I'm in the area but otherwise, this place is not a must go. read more

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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. read more

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Their dipping noodle was so good! I love how the garlic flavor comes through. The waiter was attentive. Plenty of parking. Cute interior design. read more

The good was really tasty! The spot is super cute. It has a bunch of naruto anime on the walls! I highly recommend tryjng the cheese ramen! It was soo good! Our first time trying it and we definitely fell in love with it! Service was great! There is also plenty of parking read more

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I've been meaning to try Kai Ramen for some time. This is located in the same plaza as JJ bakery, Phoenix, and sushi Kisen. Parking is relatively easy. The interior of the restaurant had Naruto drawings on the wall, which reminded me of the other Ramen shop in El Monte. The menu is a QR code, so no pictures, but they did have a menu with specials. On average, the ramen bowls were between $16-19, and they have an option to make the bowls a combo for five dollars, where you get a choice of chashu rice bowl or takoyaki, and a soda. The menu was extensive, with non-Ramen dishes included such as curry rice and tsukemen. Food: - Kai's White Ramen: The menu says award-winning, and it was pretty good with a butteriness to it although I wasn't a fan of their thin ramen since it reminded me of regular Chinese egg noodles. Came with two pieces of chashu and half a seasoned egg. - Kai's Red Ramen: This tasted saltier than the white ramen. The spicy level was tolerable. We ordered this one as a combo. - Chashu rice bowl: I enjoyed this! It reminded me of a teriyaki bowl. The corn was a nice touch, and chashu was marinated to be on the sweeter side. - Spicy tuna crispy rice: Comes with four pieces, each with a small scoop of spicy tuna, topped with a slice of jalapeño, and covered with spicy mayo. I also enjoyed this, as the crispy rice was dipped in teriyaki sauce. Overall, I would return to try some of the other items on the menu. Their tsukemen, Mazesoba, and curry rice also looked tasty. read more

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We wanted something soupy on a cold rainy day so we decided to try Kai Ramen. We ordered: Tonkotsu ramen combo with garlic butter Yellow ramen Gyoza Sesame chicken Fried calamari We wanted to love this place but it was just decent. I did like my yellow ramen but it lacked the flavor most ramen places had. My boyfriend had the Tonkotsu ramen combo with garlic butter and it didn't quite sit right with his stomach. With the combo, it came with Chashu Rice Bowl, but it was too sweet for our liking. We did like the calamari but it was a little soggy by the time we got it home (10mins away). The gyoza was okay and the Sesame Fried Chicken was a little too sweet as well. The service was decent but I don't know if we'd come back. read more

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Solid, casual ramen shop with authentic Japanese-style ramen. I had the Kai Black, while my partner had the Kai White ramen. Both ramen bowls were pretty similar - salt base, thin noodles, 2 slices of pork belly, half of a flavored soft boiled egg, crispy onion, green onion, and stripped black mushrooms. The only difference was that my bowl contained black garlic oil, whereas my partner's ramen contained garlic butter. Which one is better would be a matter of personal preference. Although not mindblowing, both bowls were pretty tasty and fulfilling with rich, flavorful broths. Good portion sizes here at a reasonable price point. read more

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Great place, food, and service! Lots of self parking. Food comes out fast and taste good

Great ramen experience! We had a deal on instagram that we tried and really enjoyed it. I ordered a karage additionally which is my go to with ramen. It was extremely filling but I enjoyed it. I love the complex tastes and the entire meal was very hearty. Parking is a little difficult and with the Molly tea next door it might be a little bit difficult. read more

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Great food. Ez parking . Great service . Kai white is my goto. Comfortable setting. No wait

We found ourselves in this quaint Ramen restaurant in Arcadia. We decided to go out to dinner late today, so we probably missed the peak of dinner time. Service - awesome. We didn't wait at all got seated right away. Love the anime illustrations on windows and walls! Nice and clean What we ordered: Kai Red - spice level was perfect, not too gentle not too spicy. Broth had amazing flavor - only thing I would prefer is pickled ginger over the Julienned onions. Still ate them though. Kai Black - nice umami flavor- not spicy - delish Pork buns - One of the best I've had. Highly recommend. Potato wedges- son ate most of them. Nice and crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle- just like a wedge should be. Really liked this gem- highly recommend. We shall be back! read more

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My favorite is the Kai Red. Perfect level of spice and the broth is very flavorful. My friend enjoys the Kai White and said the broth is delicious as well. Friendly staff. read more

We've been coming here for years and have never had a bad meal. We have had everything on the menu at this point and can say it's all 10/10. read more

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Love the portions here , perfect for me ! Not too much not too little. The soft shell crab is my fav, not fishy at all like some other places. read more

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

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Always wanted to try this spot. Finally here. Staff was super friendly and the food looks delicious!! read more

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Good eats hella lit artwork and friendly staff would come here again for another snack

Had a great experience at Kai Ramen. The broth was rich and flavorful, noodles were cooked perfectly, and the pork was super tender. The takoyaki was really good too. Staff was friendly and service was quick even when busy. Definitely coming back! read more

OVERALL : I saw that Kai Ramen was previously featured in the Top 10 Ramen by EaterLA and was curious to see what they offered. Their menu is big, with so many different types of ramen at Kai Ramen, perfect for when you're craving something different than your usual! They've got ramen with sukiyaki beef, spinach noodles, popcorn chicken, bok choy, etc. as well as the classic chasu and egg. I would say the ramen leans more on the fun modern twist versus the super traditional style. All of their 18-hour broths are prepped in-house, and you can def see that with how flavorful every spoonful is. Service was quick too for a Sat lunch -- we got sat immediately and the food came out quick! PARKING : There is a parking lot shared with the stores in the same plaza, but it's not super busy so you shouldn't have too many issues finding parking! FOOD/DRINKS : Kai White - noted as the award-winning item. It's made with a salt base, thin noodles, garlic butter, pork belly , marinated egg, scallions , crispy onion, and black mushroom. This felt so light yet SO satisfying, especially with the perfectly jammy seasoned egg Spicy Miso Tonkatsu Ramen - spicy miso base with thick noodles, house special minced ground pork , scallions, seasoned egg, and corn. This one wasn't too spicy, but you know it's there. The noodles and broth made it a heartier meal Appetizers - calamari and spicy tuna crispy rice -- standard, I wish the spicy tuna was spicier / had slightly more per crispy rice square though but overall not bad since they are a ramen shop and not specializing in this. Calamari was crispy and not too oily, fun app to share! Drinks - thai tea and lychee green tea -- nice to see that they serve some fun drinks on the menu! read more

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My family and I come here all the time. The staff is super friendly, the food is delicious and the vibes are fun and super chill. We will definitely be coming back! My fave is the Tonkatsu classic spicy ramen. read more

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