Huge portions, great flavor, and perfectly tender Cha shu. I tried the butter corn (medium spicy). I'm not sure how much flavor the butter added in the end since there was so much food and broth, but overall it was very satisfying. Spiciness level was also spot-on, with flakes of dried pepper, spicy oil, and even chunks of fresh pepper in the broth. Spicy enough to enjoy the heat, but not so much that it masked the flavor. I also added a croquette, which was also delicious! Soft potato inside, crunchy outside. The gyoza was fried, but neither the croquette or gyoza were oily at all. read more

My favorite restaurant on the planet!! Been ordering the miso ramen with popcorn chicken for years!! Fits the college budget and is so satisfying! read more

Kosuke - Spicy Miso Ramen mild w/ no egg & popcorn chicken - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

I don't eat ramen often. I simply went along with a friend who was craving it. I intended to just order takoyaki, but when I asked the waitress how it's made, she said it was frozen, which I don't like to hear when it comes to takoyaki. So I just decided to get ramen, for which I wasn't in the mood. But that changed instantly when I tried theirs. The noodles and broth were so rich, the meat so tender, the egg perfectly cooked. I would've wolfed down the entire bowl if it weren't so hot. We also had tonkatsu, which was a great supplement to the meal. The service was quick, the staff very polite and attentive. Definitely need to come back here with more friends. read more

Love the popcorn chicken ramen, I always order it mild because I think it's on the spicy side. This is one of my favorite ramen spots in Alhambra, it may be small but the flavor of their ramen can't be beat, also the service is always great even though I mostly order out since covid came around, the staff is always very polite. I wish they didn't have that awkward closure mid-day. There's been many times I'm craving this spot but they close and don't open back up till 5:30. read more

After leaving Costco I was craving ramen and this place popped up with amazing reviews. I knew I had to try it. I missed the parking entrance because the place is literally a small hole in the wall! Lol I had to come back around and park so keep your eyes open for the location because the parking lot entrance is literally right next to it. The place is small and popular as it was busy on a Wednesday night. Service was great though, the staff is very friendly. 10/10 recommend the popcorn chicken with spicy Mayo to dip. The gyozas were delicious to. I had the spicy miso ramen and let me tell you- I could literally slurp it out the bowl. It was so delicious. Packed with flavor and toppings- they are not skimpy here. They mean spicy here to. Most places aren't spicy even when you ask for spicy but there, they mean spicy so be careful. Parking lot is small. Not many spaces but there is also street parking around the corner. I highly recommend. This place was delicious. Bathroom was in the back of the restaurant, you have to exit the establishment and head to the back of the building to access it though. Be prepared to wait if they're busy as the place is small. read more

I've been wanting to try this place out for awhile now after reading about the high reviews. But, to my disappointment I did not enjoy it as much as I hoped. My party got the tonkatsu ramen, kuro ramen, and spicy ramen. We all agreed that the various soup bases we got were very salty. Normally, I can drink the soup base alone without noodle and be good. But, this was not the case here. I used a minimal amount of soup base with every bite because of how salty it was. I also finished my glass of water which is surprising because I normally never even touch it until the very end. Other than the base, the noodles were good. Depending on which ramen you get, they have different toppings included such as half an egg, black mushroom, ginger, and green onions. All the ramen can be ordered with chashu or popcorn chicken. I got the chashu which was a litttle tough. Most places I've tried have it super tender. The spicy ramen came with spicy bamboo but, all other ramens charged an additional $1.50. The wait time was a little long but that is expected for such a small restaurant. However, my party of 4 got seated after multiple parties of 2 who arrived later got seated. I dont know why they didn't just combine two tables to accommodate for the 4 of us instead of have us wait outside until we could be seated at a booth. Their accommodation calculations need to be reviewed. The place is also cash only so beaware to have cash on you before you wait a long time to eat an find out you don't have cash! With much disappointment about the ramen and all the rave its received, maybe I'll come again and try something elses like the udon or curry, hoping they'll be better. read more

Kosuke - Tonkatsu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

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I've actually been here a few times. This was the go-to spot for ramen when I was in high school, and I still visit from time to time. This ramen place serves authentic Japanese ramen. The broth is rich in flavor and it just tastes great. Let's get started with the review! Food- 5/5 The food was amazing. I've gotten the Popcorn Chicken Tonkotsu Ramen and the regular Chashu Tonkotsu Ramen. I must say, the Popcorn Chicken ramen sounded weird at first but they do serve the chicken on the side so if you just want to eat your ramen without the chaser and have a little popcorn chicken appetizer, this is the best item for you. The broth was rich and flavorful, and it tasted authentic. Customer Service- 4/5 Customer service is a hit or miss. The place is very small and always packed, so the workers are always running around trying to take care of every table. Price- 4/5 It's about $9 per bowl of ramen, which may seem steep but you pay for quality. Not much to say about the price. Wait time- 3/5 This place is extremely small. For such a popular ramen spot, you would think that they would try and expand a little. There's about 10 tables max inside, so wait times can get pretty long. It's alright though since the food is worth the wait! Overall- 4/5 I'll have to give this a 4/5 as even if the food is extremely good, wait times can get really long and service is a hit or miss. This is definitely a musty try though especially if you are a huge ramen fan! You will not be disappointed. read more

What a difference venturing to other ramen places makes?! Normally I settle for Daikokuya ramen because I just don't feel interested in trying ramen anywhere else. However after attending a networking event and feeling hungry at 9:00 pm, I didn't care anymore. Our party was for 3 and one of us had been here previously so she recommended the kuro ramen. It had two options, one with chashu and one with popcorn chicken. I decided to try the popcorn chicken version and boy, it was so amazing. The soup base was delicious and wasn't too salty. The portion of popcorn chicken and noodles was good, but more importantly, the service was A+. I'm totally coming back. read more

Kosuke - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

Brief Review: An average local ramen shop that offers a less than traditional ramen experience. Time of Review: 7/12 at 7:30pm Positives: Popcorn chicken ramen is definitely not a traditional ramen dish, but it works surprisingly well in ramen. It's also one of the cheaper ramen places that I've been to. In comparison, a ramen at Daikokuya can set you back around $11-12 dollars. The ramen noodles have a good texture. Negatives: While I liked the popcorn chicken and would recommend that you try it once, I still think I prefer a more traditional ramen with pork. The egg was a little overcooked. I personally prefer my egg yolk to have a soft gooey texture that oozes into the soup. They also include seaweed and green onions, but I feel like it could use more variety in vegetables like bean sprouts/baby bamboo shoots for a more crunchy texture. I also felt like the broth was a little too hot for my liking. My tongue felt a little burnt even with a non-spicy broth. Cost: $7.75 for Miso Ramen with Popcorn Chicken Tips: 1) Mild Spicy = Medium Spicy: Kosuke's levels of spiciness tends to be a bit more than what you expect in the average restaurant. 2) Wait was about 25 minutes for 3 people Transportation: Kosuke is located on Alhambra's Main Street. It doesn't have the flashiest sign so it can be a easily missed. Service: Good. No Complaints. Water was refilled promptly which is important for their hot broth and spicy foods. Parking: Free. There is a small lot for at most 10 cars located behind the restaurant. Entrance is on Main Street, and is easy to miss. Drive a little slower as you approach the restaurant. Street parking is also available on Main St. and in adjacent neighborhoods. read more

Kosuke - Miso ramen with popcorn chicken ($7.75) - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

I'm surprised I haven't wrote a review for this place. This is one of my top regular places in Alhambra! Hands down one of my favorite places for Ramen. My favorite here is the popcorn chicken ramen. I didn't even know this was a style of ramen until I came here. There's usually a line at this place and you have to sign up on a clipboard in the front. There's a parking spot in the back but it's usually full. There's a lot of parking all around the area so you should be fine looking for a spot. Getting refills on waters can be a pain to be honest. I have to wave down a waiter to get refills which can be annoying but the service there is still great! Highly recommend. read more

I think this is a family owned business as it gives the vibes as a mother forcing her children to be waiters. The service was lackluster as the staff was not very attentive even though the space was really small. Whenever I asked for something from the younger waiter, the older lady would always come to our table to ask again. This made me quite uncomfortable because she went very close to our face when speaking. The tonkatsu ramen was good but way too salty and fatty. I would say average food, average prices, not so good atmosphere. read more

I'm personally not a big fan of this place but some of my friends highly recommend it. Their noodles are the yellow curly type which I do not like. I prefer more white and straight ones. Their broth is ok, but their egg is just a regular egg and not soft boiled like it should be. I do like their takoyaki tho, and their fried chicken isn't bad. But since this is a ramen place I'm doing my rating based on the ramen, which is just average. read more

Kosuke - Chasu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

I usually eat ramen here because everyone says that Kosuke's ramen is great! It is great but I tried Una-don(eel bowl) today. I definitely suggest this to everyone! It was super delicious! Parking is good, location is good, service is super, everything here gives me high level of satisfaction! read more

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Good ramen ...love the popcorn chicken, love the sides and the creaminess of the broth! The broth does have an acquired taste! read more

Kosuke - How cute - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

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This is the first 5 stars ramen place I gave. I got the popcorn chicken ramen and it was perfect made for my taste bud. The soup was flavorful and I asked for mild and the spice level was also perfect for me. Usually at other place they over or under season their spices but hit was perfectly made here. How they make their popcorn chicken was different but juicy, and not over batter. The service was also great and well attentive. The place is small, cozy and cute. There is also a small entrance for parking. You might miss it but no worries because there is plenty of street parking. I'll be back, probably for the same order. read more

I always get their pork cutlet curry, it comes with a salad as well. Their spicy ramen is my second favorite! read more

Kosuke - Pork cutlet curry - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

Love coming here with my gf. The place is small, so I don't like bringing the minis. Hubby and gf loves the spicy ramen. I get the regular chashu, delicious. Parking lot is small and there's always a line. Cash only. read more

I would come here before the pandemic after my seminar and it always hits the spot. They're fried chicken ramen is so amazingly good! Each person I've ever brought has loved it, it's the one place I'm always confident people are going to like. My friend had a bad experience with ramen in Washington D.C. and gave it a try because his girlfriend and I outnumbered him. I can say after he got Kosuke's hot spicy chicken ramen, I've successfully converted him, lol! My vegetarian friend also claimed their veggie ramen was the best he's had for those wondering about the veggie options! If you want to support a local business during this time and enjoy a great hot meal, Kosuke should be a definite 'yes' on that list! Their takoyaki fritters and fried Katsu are also really good too if you're avoiding noodles. I can't hype their ramen enough, such good broth and so reasonably priced too! read more

Cheap, LARGE, tasty ramen, what more could you ask for? Kosuke is cash-only and often has a long line but honestly it is well worth the wait. This is my go-to ramen place in the SGV, better for small groups though because the restaurant is kind of small. The service is pretty fast, and there's a tiny lot in the back that can be easy to miss when you're driving by it. My personal favorite is the Kuro ramen, with pork. It has black sesame oil and is so rich in flavor. I've also ordered the unagi rice, the curry, and the regular shoyu ramen-- they're all good. I've also had their potato croquettes, a good appetizer! the only thing I've ordered here that I wasn't a huge fan of was the beef rice, it just didn't seem super worth it and was way too drenched in sauce. Overall, great food, great service, large portions and low price! Love this place read more

Kosuke - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

Ordered the spicy miso ramen and curry chicken cutlet. The spice level for the ramen was just right (medium). Liked the chashu and the bamboo. The noodles were so fresh and the broth was rich. The curry chicken was a bit plain. Wish they'd garnish it up a bit or provided some pickled ginger. Finished everything. An hour later, both of us were extremely thirsty all through the night. Wondering if they went heavy handed with msg? Food was good though, will go back for another visit soon. read more

popcorn chicken ramen here is perfect. my friend loves the butter corn ramen which has a really nice, corny buttery broth but i love the popcorn chicken ramen! the flavor of the broth here is amazing. it's definitely more deep in flavor than daikokuya, my second favorite. the popcorn chicken goes really well with the broth. most people like to get the popcorn chicken outside of the broth and add it in slowly, but i get it inside the broth because i like how it kinda emulsifies plus they fry it in a really good batter that can stand up nicely to the liquid. noodles were al dente, perfect! there's pretty much always a wait during peak times and it's a small shop. service is very fast and friendly. read more

I always drive by this place and always wanted to try it. We arrived at 5:20pm, and waited 10 minutes for it to reopen and there was already a long line and only 2 parking spaces left. Overall, I would say that the ramen here is probably one of the best I've had in the San Gabriel Valley. I got the Spicy Ramen, and it was perfectly cooked, warm, and absolutely delicious. I am taking off 2 stars because of the service we received. We were one of the first people to order and some people who came in way after us (around 10 minutes) placed their order and received all their items before us. They ordered the same ramen combination as us, so it felt a little strange that they received all their dishes in such a timely manner. Overall, I didn't have the best experience with the service. It was difficult to flag down the waiters and a little upsetting that it seemed like they gave our order to the table next to us first, BUT the food was so good, I might just suck it up again to eat here again. read more

Customer service :5/5 Quality of drink:5/5 Price: $9-12 /per It's always line in front before the restaurant open. Ramen is good and place is small so it gets packed fast. Also they have parking but it's small too. read more

Kosuke - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

This is a really random hole in the wall ramen place, but also very delicious. Parking lot is a nightmare so if you can, I would recommend parking on the street. I usually get the spicy ramen with the popcorn chicken appetizer. The popcorn is perfect! Light crispy coating with tender morsels of chicken meat. The popcorn ramen is spicy. It's not too bad for those who regularly eat spicy things. The ramen comes with chasu, bamboo shoots, green onions, black ear fungus, and soft boiled egg. The noodles are al dente and latches on to the flavorful tonkotsu well. It takes all my willpower not to drink all the soup. This place is small so I wouldn't recommend coming in larger groups of 4, though 2 is the best. They also get crowded fast so I recommend coming right when they open to get a seat. It is also cash only so make sure you bring some! read more

Kosuke - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Best spicy ramen ever especially for the price! We get the pork and the popcorn chicken in the med spicy miso broth. Warning you gotta be able to handle spice! Inside is pretty small, limited seating. I wouldn't recommend going in a group bigger than 4 people. Usually expect a long wait and cash only. read more

For years I walked by this place without knowing it was a ramen shop! Incredibly delicious, fair priced, well prepared, good portions, and will definitely satisfy your craving. I had the Spicy Ramen, (which is basically a tonkotsu with chili oil) and I finished the whole bowl. Since then it's my go-to order, definitely stop by this place if you love good ramen. read more

Kosuke - Spicy Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

Pretty darn good. I ordered the popcorn chicken curry and my mom ordered the spicy ramen. I'm not typically a fan of ramen, but the soup here was very tasty. It was fully of pork and other goodies. The popcorn chicken was just okay. They use a darker curry (probably Golden Curry brand) which isn't as sweet as other brands I've eaten. The portion was huge and they chunks of chicken were large. The staff was friendly and speedy as well. Parking was decent too. read more

Came to Kosuke on a wednesday night and the restaurant was still pretty busy. We only had to wait 5 minutes for a table (party of 4), but wow, there is almost always a wait here! I ordered the Kuro which is pretty unique -- pork-base broth with black sesame oil. My god do they pack a lot of ramen into that bowl.. I'm a good-sized man (6 ft, med-large) and I definitely put in some effort to finish all my noodles. The chashu was ok. They're generous with the chashu but it's nothing to rave about but they do give you the option to get chicken instead (might try that next time). Honestly, I think the ramen would've been more enjoyable if there was less noodle and maybe more vegetables. I think that Kosuke gives you a great bang for your buck. You can get a large bowl of ramen and a side for $15 after tax and tip!! Not my favorite ramen spot in the 626, but they're good enough if you're in the area. Give Kosuke a try! read more

If you're looking for some top tier ramen I definitely recommend this place. The broth is so rich in flavor and the pork just melts in your mouth. I usually like my ramen spicy and here you can choose what degree of spice you want. Mild is pretty good if you want a little kick to your ramen. The popcorn chicken is pretty good here too. Parking is kinda hard to find close by because Main Street is so busy. This place gets super packed during the week so plan accordingly. read more

Honestly an amazing flavorful bowl of ramen that I've had in a while. I mean once you go to Japan & get Ichiran, it's very hard to compare LA ramen but this bowl was a close second to Ichiran! I had the TONKATSU ramen and it was oh so delicious. The broth has that garlics flavor but it wasn't so heavy that you can't talk to people. The noodles were cooked perfectly so each bite is better than the last. Some ramen places have noodles too thin or too over cooked that it doesn't absorb the broth. But this one was drool-tactic! I especially love this place because it's next to a Costco so you can reward the Asian craziness of Costco in Alhambra and go to this amazing ramen joint. I am DEFINITELY coming back! Expect the following: -parking sucks (few spots in the back but we parked in the structure a block away) -some of the workers don't speak English that well -there is almost always a wait but it goes by pretty quick. There were 7 parties of 2-3 people ahead of us & that took about 20-30 minutes. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Finally came back after years and it tastes great! I ordered the Spicy Ramen with chasu. The chasu was the REALLY tender and tasty. I ordered the popcorn as the appetizer and it tastes just as amazing, better than the first 3 times I had it. The broth was good, not the best I ever had, and the ramen wasn't anything too special either. Overall I did enjoy it. Service was nice and the wait time to get a table and the food gets kinda long. Parking can be a hassle from here and there but there are plenty of opportunities to find some. Other than that, five out of five! read more

Kosuke - Spicy ramen with popcorn chicken on the side! - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Every time I pass this place there's always a small crowd outside waiting to get in. I finally stopped by for lunch and we were the first ones in line before they opened at 1130am. I wasn't sure what to order so I wanted to try the Japanese fried chicken, steamed rice, salad, and a small miso soup. The chicken was very good and not greasy at all but it lacked flavor and spice. When I looked around everyone else had ordered Ramen or Udon. If you come here make sure to order a soup since that's what seems to be very popular here. read more

Kosuke - Waiting to open 1130am - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

*CASH ONLY* Ramen game is on point. This is a small place and fills up quickly so be prepared to wait. The parking situation in the back sucks, but once you make it past the parking and waiting and finally get to have some ramen...worth it! Good service, good prices. read more

If you're ever on the Eastside this spot for Ramen is one of the BEST IN LA!!! Priced well and super tasty

been going here for a go-to ramen spot. some of the best in the game. spicy ramen with the popcorn chicken on the side is the way to go. can adjust spice levels but just don't get it too spicy because it can get hot to the point where you can't tolerate and eat it. i do one light spicy and it still has a kick to it. read more

One of my favorite ramen places by far. Ordering as takeout from here is completely worth it because the portions you receive are totally worth the price. If anything, their ramen could feed two both inside and outside the restaurant. The broth in nearly every dish is very smooth and tasty and the amount of product they put in each one is outstanding. Their service never disappoints and the quality drama is consistent. I will definitely be coming back for more Popcorn Chicken Ramen. read more

My family and I often order their delicious food. The soups are so tasty. Recommended.

Delicious!! My party ordered the Gyoza, Popcorn Chicken Ramen and the Miso Ramen. The only down fall is that the restaurant is small so the wait is long. But you will not be disappointed, the service was quick and the staff was polite. read more

Kosuke - Popcorn Chicken Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Pretty bomb ramen! When I asked for the spiciest it was actually spicy and it was that good spicy too! This will be my go to Ramen spot until I find a new one. Remember it's cash only !!!! read more

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One of the best Ramen spot in SGV. I feel so spoiled just thinking about how blessed we are to have this here and not in middle of downtown. The broth here is no joke, it is deep, simmered heavy pork bone broth. This isn't for your vegetarian/vegan friends, this is for the people who picks off every bits of meat off the bone. If you like spicy, they got spicy. Although, admitedly I feel their spice level has been toned down to cater to more people. Yeah, the wait can be long sometimes but I never felt rushed as with some other ramen joints. The staff are very warm and welcoming. read more