Kosuke is a really small restaurant in Alhambra. Not much seating room so get here early or be prepared to wait just due to that alone. Service was quick and the takoyaki came out piping hot. Takoyaki was good wish there was maybe a bit more octopus as it tasted primarily dough. However, the ramen was amazing. I haven't had ramen since Japan so it was a good reminder of how good ramen could be in general! Noodles were a good texture and the soup was really strong. Deep umami flavors and miso. read more

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An excellent experience. Staff is attentive and not overstretched. Food is excellent with no over seasoning via msg or salt. Prices are good and portions are very good. I was especially pleased to see that they use glass tumblers, ceramic bowls, and takeout containers for their famous popcorn chicken is a wax paper bag. Seating is good and friendly though limited. I went at 6pm and they were able to wear five adults and two kids with no problem on a Saturday. I would 100% go back and prefer this place over all other ramen place in MPK or Alhambra, and I've been to about all of them. read more

Came here on a Saturday around 6:30 and the restaurant was packed with a small wait to be seated. The wait to be seated was probably around 15-20 minutes but service was quick if you knew what you already wanted once seated. The inside of the restaurant itself is pretty small and feels a bit cramped if I'm being honest. There's anime playing in the corner of the store which was a nice little touch. As far as the overall ambiance of the place it was alright. Nothing really to take note. We ordered: Spicy popcorn chicken ramen (mild w/ popcorn chicken on the side and egg for $1.50) Spicy miso ramen (spicy w/ a small side of curry rice for $1.50) The popcorn chicken and side of curry rice came out first within 5 min or so of ordering. The flavor of the curry was good but slightly disappointing it did not have any vegetables served with it (carrot/potato). Then came the ramen 5 min later after that. The broth for both ramen were flavorful. I feel like the chashu cuts, the overall texture of the meat, was also okay. The eggs served were also slightly overcooked and wasn't runny. Just small little things here and there but nothing too detrimental to the overall experience. Still pretty decent and would probably come back if I'm ever in the area and craving ramen. read more

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Kosuke is best known for their Popcorn Chicken Ramen--something that you'll rarely see at traditional ramen joints. However, we were both pleasantly surprised by how well the combination played out! The ramen on its own was already good. We ordered both the Spicy Ramen and the Popcorn Chicken Ramen, and the broth was hearty and flavorful (though a bit on the saltier side). The Popcorn Chicken was very crisp and added a very good additional flavor to the ramen. I recommend dipping the chicken in the ramen and eating them together as you go. Definitely stop by here if you're ever in the 626 and looking for a unique ramen experience! BEWARE--the spicy ramen has one heck of a kick to it! Just the medium had my friend's entire mouth numb read more

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One of the top Japanese bistro in town, was referred by a few friends that lived in the area and I was not disappointed, ordered their special house udon, the base miso soup was on the spot along with their popcorn chicken and added some side of seaweed and egg is a must! The sides are priced fairly and their service was quick and friendly. The menu prices are great for the food. read more

Kosuke - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

It was a cold night before the big storm and I wanted something warm, so my friend took me to his favorite place for some ramen. Kosuke is small so there was a short wait before we were seated. Our food arrived fairly quickly after we ordered. My friend got the Popcorn Chicken Ramen ($16.50). I went with the Spicy Miso Ramen. ($15.50) I'm not a ramen expert by any means but the broth was tasty, the spice level on point, the noodles were just right, and the portions were generous. Of course, my friend loved his meal because, after all, this is his favorite place for ramen. They also serve Udon, Curry, & dinner combo meals. Small parking lot in the back & street parking. No alcohol :-( read more

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Went here on a weekday night with my friend and it was busy but not so crowded that we had to wait a while. When you walk in, the door has a pretty fabric half curtain you would see in front of a ramen stand. With kind welcoming staff, nice mood lighting, and shrek playing on the TV with hilarious mismatched subtitles, this was a very endearing casual sit down spot. The staff were so sweet and offered to move us when they noticed we were a bit cold under the a/c. They also were so patient answering our questions. Food came out at the right time and looked so delicious. The portions of the spicy ramen was so good. The spice level, thickness of the chashu, the texture and chew of the noodle, the flavor and richness of the broth... all so wonderful! My friend got the popcorn chicken ramen (how cool!) and the chicken was on the side to keep it the perfect crispy level as she ate. We both ended up taking leftovers because the portions were so big (and it still tasted great the next day)! I would definitely go here again with friends for a fun casual meal! And maybe switch to the booth seat to finish reading those subtitles! read more

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

My friend, who is local, told me that they've been coming to Kosuke ever since they were in high school, and I totally understand why! The flavor of their food is excellent and so is the service. I came here on a Friday with a friend, around 5:45pm. Most tables were already full, but we were able to snag a spot. It's an unassuming spot on the outside, and does not have much seating, so you may have to wait a bit when it is closer to dinner time. Both of us ordered the popcorn chicken ramen, asked for it medium spicy, and asked if the popcorn chicken could be served on the side. I was really excited since I've never seen popcorn chicken ramen before. It seemed like everyone else in the restaurant ordered the popcorn chicken ramen as well! Our dishes came out piping hot, and I was pleasantly surprised by the portion size of the popcorn chicken. The ramen itself was spicier than I expected, but I enjoyed it a lot. The broth was not too heavy and fatty, and was savory and salty. The popcorn chicken was super crispy, perfectly seasoned, and was great to dip into the ramen broth as I ate my meal. I was full, satisfied, and even had some extra as leftovers. That's a successful restaurant outing to me! I am really looking forward to coming again, and maybe trying something new on the menu. read more

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

Warm service and good food. I tried their spicy ramen with a medium level of spiciness, and it was just perfect. The noodle was al dente and they giving such a generous portion of meat! Parking are available in the back. The entrance for parking through a small alley right after the shop. I also like the simple Japanese ambiance around the restaurant. read more

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

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Ramen was super salty and gave me food posion... This place is not the spot for ramen. Reviews are fake. read more

Kosuke - Poison - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

Good comfort food and awesome consistent flavor. From the noodles to the gravy it's always on point.

It was good delicious 100 percent recommend portion is huge for a great price. Food was delish the ambiance was amazing they even had a anime and news on. The service was quick and nice. read more

I arrived, put my name down, and as usual, there's a wait. I get it, busy night. But after waiting patiently, I watched as a larger party that arrived after me got seated first. When I questioned it, the host gave some nonsense excuse about accommodating bigger groups. So basically, if you're not in a big party, your time doesn't matter? This is completely unacceptable. If smaller parties are going to be ignored and pushed aside, they should just say so instead of wasting people's time. I won't be coming back, and I'll make sure others know to avoid this place unless they enjoy being treated like second-class customers. read more

have not been here for years and wanted udon. the food quality has not changed much from what i last remembered and the place was quality back then. just advance notice that if you decide to pay with a debit/credit card, they add a 3% surcharge to your tab. read more

Kosuke - (top left) croquet (center) nabeyaki udon (top right) takoyaki - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

5/5 Popcorn chicken 5/5 udon I'm not a big ramen fan in general, but there were still so many options for me! The popcorn chicken is excellent - we just got an appetizer to share, and it was a pretty big portion. It was more than enough for 5 people. The agedashi tofu is also amazing. I had the Kitsune udon - the kitsune was very soggy and sweet, which I believe is the canned version? Didn't love that. But the rest of the bowl was so good- the broth and the noodles were perfect! read more

Kosuke - Kitsune udon - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

Came back again after 7 years. It's still decent and I would still recommend it to friends. A small shared lot in the back. It fills up quickly but there's also street parking around the block. It was rainy so the wait wasn't that long. I remember it being a long wait on other visits. We got the Tonkotsu Ramen, Kuro Ramen, and karage. The bamboo shoots and wood ear are so good! Chashu felt plentiful. Broth was good if a little oily. For the Kuro ramen, it tasted a lot like truffle oil and I did not like it lol. read more

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

Got the house special udon. The broth was rich. The popcorn chicken it pretty much just breaded chicken with little spices so it does go well with the udon. I'm not sure if it would be good on its own unless it has sauce. I love how they give a bunch of tempera flakes in the broth. I'm not sure how the ramen tastes but it looks good. They let you add on 3 gyoza for $1 if you get ramen. read more

Kosuke - House special udon - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

This is the best ramen I've had. I try many other places, but keep coming back to Kosuke because it's the best. The service is great. The restaurant is rather small and cozy. read more

I actually came here for my birthday jan 6th as a random find and the food was savory and delicious! Ill be honest the chili oil wasn't to my liking, maybe i just have a certain taste that i like but besides that little thing this place is a must! Its small but roomy once you're inside and the food came out quickly read more

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Over 1500 reviews and they at 4 star! Wow! Burabo (bravo) I'm definitely missing Ramen in Japan so with the help of Yelp, I had to check them out! It's a small restaurant very typical Ramen joint decor. Service was quick. Food came out in the right time. I ordered the spicy miso ramen hot and even splurged and added on curry for $1.50! One sip of the broth and I knew I'm in for a surprise! Ramen texture was perfection. Not soft or Al dente. Great amount of spice, just enough pork. My favorite part is that the broth stayed hot throughout my meal which is a plus plus in my book. I also recommend adding on an extra side, etc.. u can add fried calamari, gyoza, curry and other sides for a really good price. I'm still salivating writing this review... and already planning my next time back! read more

Kosuke - Spicy miso hot, with side of curry rice - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

Excellent service, delicious food and a relaxed atmosphere. Kosuke has all that and then some! If you've never been here before the popcorn chicken is a must have, the takoyaki is savory and has that right crunch and the real star is the ramen! The broth alone will make you want more! read more

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I love the service here, .Very hole in the wall vibes I like the whole aspect of not many people knowing that is such a good restaurant. The food is amazing. The fried chicken is so Chris and delicious including with the Ramen. It's just a great mixture together. I recommended to all my friends who are looking for a great place to eat some good Ramen read more

Parking: 4/5 I would recommend parking in the parking lot behind the Cathay Bank or the side street and then walking to the restaurant. It will take about 2-3 mins to reach the restaurant. Food: 5/5 One of the BEST GEMS to get Japanese food in Alhambra. I've been going to this place for 10 years. You can't go wrong with any of the food options on the menu. Ramen, eel bowl, popcorn chicken, milk tea, etc. I have no complaint on any of them. The best value for the quality of food. Service: 4/5 This place always has some people waiting outside, so there will be a waitlist which can be about like 30 min average wait time depending on the crowd. The Interior is pretty small like a Japanese restaurant, so service is good and manageable. read more

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Brought my friend to try this restaurant out since he is a ramen junkie. We were both impressed with the miso ramen and the Tonkotsu ramen with popcorn chicken. I also love the curry croquette, miso salad and gyoza! Give this place a try you wont be dissapointed read more

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

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Such a good nostalgic place! It's really easy to drive by and miss this place. Great place for a quiet & comfortable meal read more

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Love their noodle and flavorful Spicy broth and chicken popcorn Number 1 ramen for our family and friends. read more

My friend randomly took me here and it was pretty amazing. Tried the miso ramen, the chicken curry cutlet dish, and a little bit of the popcorn chicken and wow wow WOW! Everything was packed with tons of flavor! Balanced service with a quaint atmosphere. I will most definitely be coming back ^.^ read more

Cutest little ramen shop that's authentic feel and taste. We ordered the udon, spicy miso ramen, and popcorn chicken on the side. The soup was rich and flavorful. The chashu was fatty and melts in your mouth. read more

Kosuke - Kitsume udon with popcorn chicken on the side - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

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The ramen is very flavorful and the broth is so rich and creamy. The broth is salty sometimes but usually it isn't. The service is average. It gets crowded on the weekends especially during dinner time. The pricing is average but the portion is huge. If you like spicy, I would recommend getting the highest level because it isn't that spicy. The restaurant itself is pretty small but there is a ton of seating. I wouldn't recommend getting anything else besides their ramen. read more

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Came here for dinner on a weekday.... The restaurant is a small place that had tons of people. I got the popcorn chicken ramen (on the side). The chicken was fried and tasted fine but there wasn't much chicken inside. The ramen itself was a bit soggy and got even more soggy by the minute. I couldn't finish it. Parking: they have a small lot in the back but it's was full at 630 pm Thursday. read more

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

I love this place. Hands down the best ramen place ever! Very authentic and never fails to amaze. Always an affordable and quick grub.

I had Kosuke ramen 5 years ago, but hadn't had a chance to come back since. It'd been a very long time, and I wanted to come back. I was in a ramen mood, so I came here with my wife for dinner. Sadly, I forgot to take a photo of the ramen that we ate. We ended up ordering a spicy miso ramen, medium spice level, as well as a takoyaki and small curry. We had popcorn chicken to go with the spicy miso ramen. The takoyaki, popcorn chicken, and curry were fairly standard for the area, but still good. The spicy miso ramen was too spicy for me, especially for summer time. My wife enjoyed it though. I think in hindsight I would have gotten a less spicy ramen. I definitely will have to come back again in the future to try a less spicy ramen. read more

Kosuke - Takoyaki - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

I've been here many times over the years and always loved it but it has been awhile. So came back recently here and dragged my bf along reluctantly since he's not a big fan of noodle soups during the summer but I can eat it all the time. There's a small parking lot in the back and since the place is small it can be easy to miss. Otherwise you can find more parking up Main Street. We both ordered the Tonkotsu ramen with popcorn chicken and a potato croquette. I usually order this or the Spicy Miso ramen and always add corn. It's still as good as I remember and they give a generous portion of the popcorn chicken which I prefer over the chashu. It also comes with a soft boiled egg which is not in the picture since I gave that and the green onions which I don't like to my bf (I know I know). The broth is deep and the noodles have just the right amount of bite to it. Although I'm not a fan the soft boiled egg was prob just a tad over heading into the hard boiled space. Prices are in line with most other ramen spots but I feel like I get a little bit more bang for my buck here. Other than that, I really like Kosuke and will prob be back more once the weather cools down. read more

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

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So I came here last night super excited to eat some delicious ramen due to how many great reviews this place has. Unfortunately that did not happen. I got the Popcorn Chicken Ramen as it was the most popular dish and boy was it a huge letdown. I LOVE popcorn chicken, but this, was not popcorn chicken. The second it came out, I remarked how it smelled like KFC.. and I kinda wish I had gone to KFC instead because this "popcorn chicken" I was served at Kosuke was dry, bland, and super tough. Not to mention how many pieces were straight up fried batter with no dry chicken inside. Even the bigger pieces were just filled with dry, stringy, juiceless chicken coated in a thick glob of flavorless batter. The ramen itself had a nostalgic wonton chicken noodle soup taste and came piping hot in a big bowl. I assume the portions are huge here to make up for their ramen's shortcomings. My partner got the Kuro Ramen (the black garlic one) and that one was slightly better than mine but was too oily and heavy. The soup was super oily but still flavorful, but it's not a ramen where you drink the soup after you've finished the noodles. I'm not one to leave food unfinished especially at restaurants, but unfortunately I couldn't force myself to gobble down this sad disappointment of a ramen. This was by far, the worst ramen I've had, worse than those DIY ramen kits from C0stco. Come here if you want to be disappointed and leave wishing you'd gone literally anywhere else. :) (service was standard, prices are standard, ambiance is standard, but the food was a massive massive disappointment) read more

Kosuke - Popcorn chicken ramen, 2/5 - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

This ramen place is my new favorite spot!! The broth was so rich and flavorful! The noodles were the perfect density, the service was great, and it was packed so my advice is to get there early! My mom and I got there right as they opened so we got seated right as we entered. For such a small place, it gets A LOT buzz! The doors were swinging open and closed which helped cool down the hot noodles since we were seated by the door lol It worked in our favor. The ramen was perfectly spicy at mild/medium, and we will DEFINITELY be back. read more

This place is hands down one of the best noodle shops I've ever been to! Very flexible options both with udon and ramen. Their popcorn chicken is to die for, and I highly recommend their udon dishes. If you enjoy noodles, you absolutely need to try this place! 10/10! read more

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

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I tried this place out because a friend of mine recommended to me. The ramen is good. The staffs are very friendly and welcoming. Price is reasonable and the best part is parking. There is a parking structure nearby which is 2 minutes of walking. Recommended read more

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

This ramen shop is my childhood as it was one of my favorite ramen spots to go to. They had a unique item where you can get popcorn chicken instead of chashu pork in your ramen. It's a very small ramen store with just a few tables inside and there's normally a long line. However, there wasn't a line when I went since it was on a weekday. I ordered the popcorn chicken ramen and it tasted just the same as before, however, I believe they changed the type of noodles they use for their ramen. The ramen used to be the curly kind but the one now is straight. They also gave the popcorn on the side, so it won't get soggy. This small mom and pop shop is definitely worth a try! Service was also great. read more

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

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Udon and popcorn chicken was really yum! We got the hot tea and it was amazing! If you like your chicken crunchy make sure you get it on the side. The service was fast and everyone was friendly. It's just little small with limited seats. But the ambience is very cool! I thought I was in Japan again. I'm sure it would be crowded and busy during weekend. They also have parking lot in the back of the restaurant. read more

Kosuke - Ramen Near Me - Alhambra, California

It's been years since I've been back here. Everything about it seems pretty much the same. I ordered the tonkotsu ramen and we got two side dishes. The salad and curry rice were only about $1.50 each. Everything was very satisfying. The service was good and the music and ambiance was calm and chill. read more

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