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Mazera

4.7 (300 reviews)
ModerateRamen, Korean, Noodles
Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Aaron J.

My wife and I visited this ramen/mazemen spot for lunch when we were in the La Habra area. The server was incredibly cordial, professional, and polite. We were seated right away, had our orders taken promptly, and waited a short amount of time for our food to arrive. We ordered the original mazemen and tonkotsu ramen. Both dishes were excellent and had a deep rich umami taste. We were left incredibly satisfied and happy with both the food and positive dining experience. Bonus points, their restrooms are incredibly clean and well-maintained! I sincerely hope more people find out about this place and make it go viral!

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Stan S.

Always consistently delicious and flavorful. Can't eat it everyday but always satisfies my noodle cravings.

Catherine V.

We came here last month as we were in the neighborhood. We had some fried oysters, cha shu mazemen and Bulgogi mazemen. The fried oysters I feel were just a frozen product that were fried and served with a tartar sauce. Nothing remarkable. But the mazemen bowls were quite delicious in flavor and the noodles had just the right chewiness to it. The service was also very attentive at this quaint little restaurant. Will be back!

Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen
Natalie G.

Ordered Chashu Mazemen (this is a brothless dish) and Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen. The ramen was a little lighter on the protein side but I didn't mind it because it was so flavorful and it didn't feel heavy. If that's a priority then you can order/pay for additional protein. I tried a little bit of the chassis mazemen and it was also very good! Staff was friendly and I would go again.

Tonkotsu (Pretty good!) | IG @moniquedao
Monique D.

I'm not a huge ramen person, but I have to say their Tonkotsu Ramen is pretty delicious. I wanted to try their dry mazemen bowls, but it was a cold night and I really wanted something soupy. They only have two kinds of soups on the menu: regular and spicy Tonkotsu. I like that they use skinny noodles and the broth was not thick and heavy. Spice level was perfect. The bowl was lacking protein with only two pieces of chasu, so I had to order an extra side of minced pork which was pretty good as well. Overall will come back.

Tonkotsu Ramen
April V.

Came here for lunch on a Sunday and we got seated right away which was great. But you definitely need to come on the right time because the seating is limited so the wait might take some time. I ordered the tonkotsu ramen, which was okay. Personally, the broth was quite salty for my liking but the noodles were chewy and cooked very well. The mazemen was also delicious, my friend enjoyed it. Our server was sweet and kind. We can tell she was the only one working the floor and she did her best to attend to all the tables. Overall, would probably come again and try a different mazemen.

Nick S.

We were craving mazemen but didn't want to drive across town, so we decided to try Mazera in La Habra. It's a cozy spot with around ten tables and plenty of parking, which makes it an easy choice for a casual dinner. Service was prompt and friendly -- we were seated right away, given water and menus, and the waitress offered helpful recommendations. I went with the Chashu Mazemen, while the rest of my group ordered the Kimchi Mazemen. Both dishes were flavorful, rich, and surprisingly filling even before the staff brought out rice to mix with the remaining sauce. The noodles had great texture, the chashu was tender, and the flavors came together nicely without being heavy. The space itself is simple and relaxed -- nothing fancy, but clean and comfortable for a quiet dinner. Food: 4/5 - Balanced, flavorful, and satisfying. Ambiance: 4/5 - Comfortable and well-lit. Service: 4/5 - Friendly and attentive. Overall, Mazera is a solid neighborhood spot for mazemen -- convenient, consistent, and worth returning to when the noodle craving hits.

Original mazemen
Ariel D.

A quaint mazemen store with limited seating in a small strip mall with limited parking. Our party was seated immediately around 1pm on a Saturday. Waitress was patient and attentive. After reading the reviews, most of us opted for the mazemen. The portions were surprisingly large, and overall the dish felt rich, but somehow the flavor was a little lacking to me. The chashu was also on the dry side, and I ended up not eating it. There was a child in our group that insisted on the traditional ramen. When he wasn't eating it, we all tried it and found that it was strangely sweet, definitely not the flavor we would expect from simmering pork bones. The side dishes were the star of the show for me, personally. Karaage was fried to perfection, cripsy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The potato croquettes were the same, and surprisingly light. If I do come back, it would just be for these.

Original
Shirley J.

The ramen and noodle dishes here seem really special. They're chewy, flavorful, and the seasoning is so good. Everything tastes amazing.

Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen

The service was amazing. Our server was so kind and patient, the place was small but super cozy. The food was delicious we got the spicy Tonkotsu ramen 10/10 recommend if you like spicy. The Gyozas were delicious as well 10/10, Kimchi was also really great 10/10. Our first experience there was a 10/10. Definitely will be back!

Wesley W.

Great service. I was expecting a line after this place was rated #6 in the nation for their ramen. I had the chashu Mazeman ramen. This is not a soupy noodle dish but more like a pasty with a ton of flavor. It reminded Umemura and Luscious Dumplings dry noodle dishes. It was like Dan Dan noodles. Very flavorful with a chewy dense noodle and unique. I can see why it ranked but I'm a traditionalist so next time, I'm trying their tonkotsu ramen.

Original Mazemen
Damian S.

Love trying something new, so when my friend told me about Mazemen, and didn't know what it was, I had to try it. The person helping us was super helpful explaining everything to us like what mazemen and how to pronounce it cause I forsure butchered it. I had ordered the FRIED OYSTERS, which I think is a good starters, was a good balance of umami. Then I had gotten the ORIGINAL MAZEMEN w/ an extra poached egg. But man was it good. It was ramen in a hardy stew but with the egg yolk into it, delicious. On the table there are instructions to but vinegar for a whole new flavor I didn't think it was tru but it was, whole new different flavor I think it made it better. Fairly priced.

NO 1 - no pork belly on the side
Myra V.

The food is really good rather great, The noodles is chewy in a good way, and fresh tasting. The servings will really make you full. We ordered the dry ramen , we ordered 2 no. 2, 2 - no. 1 and 1- no 3. The first 2 are pork and the no. 3 is a bulgogi. The service is really good too, you know it's authentic when you see who cooks and serves the food. He knows the menu well. I always ask them( restaurants that i visit for the first time) for their personal favorite and he was able to tell us everything on the menu and of course his personal favorite. Tasting the food I don't think you will go wrong with any of them. We also ordered mochi Ice cream- it come in 2 pieces for $5- matcha and strawberry. The restaurant very quaint and clean, few sittings but we came right on time. Not very busy at the time. I highly recommend, i see why they have high rating from other yelpers.

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Such a great experience at Mazera, the food was amazing! Our first time trying Mazemen. We would def come back!

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Any veggie broth Ramen?

No, they just have tonkotsu and spicy tonkotsu broth (pork)

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This place has been on my list of restaurants to visit for a while now, so I'm glad to have tried…read moreit. My party of two arrived on a Friday night around 6 PM and there was no wait. We were sat immediately and service was friendly and quick. We ordered a variety of Sushi including blue crab roll, a special cut roll, and of course, the premium sashimi platter. Food came out quickly, and the presentation was beautiful. I love how they use really thick cuts of fish and do not skimp on the portion sizes. I would say, if you are an avid fan of sashimi, the premium sashimi platter is a must here to share (or not!) Overall, I really enjoyed my time here and would highly recommend this as a great sushi spot in downtown Brea. I will definitely be back.

We recently tried Chubby Sushi & Ramen, and our experience was a bit mixed. The Hokkaido Roll was…read moredefinitely the standout--it was fresh, flavorful, and easily our favorite. The nigiri was also very good and probably the highlight of the meal overall. My son ordered the ramen and really enjoyed it. That said, the rest of the sushi rolls were just okay and didn't really stand out. They weren't bad, but nothing that would make us go out of our way to order them again. Unfortunately, the service was disappointing. When we were first seated, my husband asked if we could switch to another available table. It was a simple request, but the server seemed visibly unhappy about it. From that point on, we felt like we received a noticeably colder attitude for the rest of the meal, which took away from the overall experience. The food has its bright spots, especially the nigiri and Hokkaido Roll, but better hospitality would have made a big difference.

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Great atmosphere and delicious food! I got Jalapeño boand…read morethey were literally bomb! I got the chicken Ramen and my cousin got the Tonkotsu Spicy Black and so so good!

My husband and I have been to this restaurant a handful of times, and we stopped by recently…read more We started off by ordering our drinks; I ordered Iced Green Tea while my husband had a Sapporo Beer. Both of our drinks tasted great and were refreshing. The Iced Green Tea also had free refills, which was nice. Next we ordered some appetizers; the Spicy Garlic Edamame (our usual) and the King Crab Bites (to try something new). The Spicy Garlic Edamame was tasty as usual and had a nice kick. My husband wasn't a fan of the King Crab Bites because he thought they could've used more flavor and the texture was off. Lastly, we ordered our entrees; I tried something new and ordered the Pork Curry Katsu while my husband had the Pork Cutlet Ramen (mild spice level). The Pork Curry Katsu was delicious, complex, and full of flavor. The pork katsu was crispy and cooked to perfection, which complemented the curry and rice. My husband enjoyed his Pork Cutlet Ramen as well. His only issue was that it could've used a bit more salt. It is pricey here, but they do give generous entree portions. We were very full and had some leftovers to take home for later. We had a few different servers, and they were all polite and helpful. Our food was brought out quickly, which was also great. The only issue is that the service was a bit spotty and we weren't checked on very often to see if we needed anything (for example, I didn't get any refills). It wasn't too busy either, so I'm not sure why this was the case. The interior was clean and had a casual, slightly lively atmosphere. They have blend of modern and traditional Japanese decor, which gives off a comfy/modern dining experience. There's a decent amount of seating, and you have the option of sitting at the bar or a table. Both options put you in close proximity to other diners, but it's not necessarily a bad thing. They also had different mix of music genres playing in the background. Overall we had a decent experience and plan on stopping by again soon!

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