Orochon Ramen

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This place is one of my favorites when I am looking for soup.The portions are Great and it is delicious. You can choose from the different spicy degrees and the noodles are pretty yummy. If you want an egg with the ramen you must pay extra. It is a place to go to if you are ever in the Little Tokyo area of DTLA. read more

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Stopped by Orochon Ramen in Little Tokyo after the Nisei Week Japanese Festival, since they were not crowded. We really appreciated the service -- the staff was attentive, friendly, and super helpful. When a drink got knocked over, they quickly helped clean it up without any fuss or hesitation. The food itself was just okay for me. We ordered the Miso ramen, gyoza, edamame, and Kid's miso ramen. The noodles for the miso ramen were fine, but the miso broth could've been more flavorful and creamier (I prefer a creamier broth). Also, if you want cha shu and egg, you'd have to order that as an add on. What's funny is that the kid's miso ramen came WITH an egg...but, the adult version does not. Unfortunately, the gyoza wasn't very good. It's probably one of the worst gyozas I've had. It wasn't very crispy and the inside stuffing was lacking flavor. The best thing here was the kid's ramen which was pretty big for a kid size AND you didn't need to add the egg. The place has a casual, no-frills atmosphere with a bit of an old-school ramen shop feel. The space can feel a little tight, but I guess it adds to the coziness of a traditional ramen shop. The walls are decorated with photos and challenge boards from their famous spicy ramen challenge, which gives the place a fun and quirky touch. It's the kind of spot where you come more for a quick, hearty meal than a drawn-out dining experience. Overall, great people and service, but the food for me, didn't quite hit the mark. read more

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Thao V.

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Generous portion, good price. I was surprised by the price and sure enough I am with the food. Very salty ramen and peppery. I ordered no spicy and it was so peppery that my kid can't eat it. Not kiddo friendly. The reg fried rice is also super salty and peppery. Gyoza is not crispy, no meat for sure I can only taste the vermicelli and onion. Just a big no for us. Service was great and attentive but that can't make up for the food. read more

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Ellie A.

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Craved a warm ramen bowl one Sunday evening so decided to go to Orochon Ramen. The place was not very busy so my party was seated very quickly. The service was so fast and they were highly accommodating to my young children. The taste and flavor of the ramen was nice, nothing extraordinary to me. We also tried the dumplings but not sure how fresh those were- most likely frozen. One thing I did not like was how sticky our table was- it made the place seem unkept and tad bit dirty to me. read more

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Rod S.

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I haven't been to Little Tokyo in about 30 years. I was craving ramen and found this spot on the third floor of the plaza. Nice and clean. You can hear the kitchen but it's not too bothersome. Staff was super nice and friendly. I ordered the miso broth with chashu, garlic and egg. They brought out a ginormous bowl. There was no way I was going to finish. This was one of those days where I wished I had an extra stomach. It was good! Broth was medium spicy and full of flavor. The noodles were just right. Craving satisfied. read more

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David D.

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Large portion size, but noodles were average in quality and quantity. The broth was diluted and thin, which was incredibly disappointing. Pork portions aside from chashu were lackluster, and adding a single slice of chashu cost an extra $2.50. Despite an event in the plaza, seating was readily available and prompt. Service was warm and attentive. Ambiance was average...it's a compact space with staff equipment integrated into the dining area. read more

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Ashley M.

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This place is amazing. Staff was so kind and welcoming. The prices were affordable and they even have a vegan selection. It's a small spot so be ready to wait a bit during peak times but it's worth it. They have melon soda, which if you've been to Japan you know. I really enjoyed this read more

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We brought some of our Hawaii fam to try out Orochon. There's a lot of amazing ramen places in Hawaii and they were surprised and pleased with the quality of the food that was served here. The service was excellent and servers were very friendly. The old school ramen shop atmosphere of the restaurant made us feel like we were in Japan. So good! read more

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They now have a vegan broth! I think that is really cool. We always frequent this place whenever we crave ramen and cha shu. Service is always friendly and whenever we go, there isn't much of a wait at the location. We always order the same thing and each time, we enjoy it just like the previous times. Environment is still chill, casual, and nothing out of the ordinary. read more

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Ryan L.

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I came here with friends in order to see them do the SP2 challenge. I got the impact spicy miso ramen with chasu and egg, but I do believe I could've gone one higher but that's just one. The ramen was very tasty and the soup was great! The challenger on my table on the other hand had a lot on their table, going through the noodles and toppings was very easy, but the most difficult part was the soup. In the end they weren't able to finish, but that's okay. The staff was really nice about it and they do validation for parking as well. I really liked that we could sit on the outside so we could let us take in the outdoor chill for the spicy ramen! read more

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Innas I.

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I've been wanting to try this place since 2009. This place is legend to me. Before social media marketing, this place had huge hype in LA after the Man vs Food episode. All my high school friends at the time were talking about the Special 2 challenge. I finally got to satisfy my craving. Highly recommend everyone in LA to try this place at least once. Even though the show/episode is "old" now, I believe to this day, the Special #2 is an iconic menu item that you can only find here. Although I didn't try the special 2, I can imagine it to be very spicy. I was satisfied with the medium. I was a battling a sore throat, and the ramen broth did wonders! read more

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David N.

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This was hands down one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. The food was terrible, the service was incredibly rude, and everything took forever to come out. They served tap water and skimped on ingredients -- instead of proper chashu, they put in a tiny, pathetic piece of pork that looked like it was meant to save costs. The ramen was disgusting, the fried rice was unbearably salty, and the dumplings were just frozen store-bought ones they deep-fried and served as-is. I seriously have no idea how a place like this is still operating in LA. The bearded Spanish-speaking staff member was extremely unfriendly. One of us got their ramen super late -- almost when the other was already finished eating. When we tried to complain, he wouldn't even listen and just kept talking over us. We ended up leaving most of the food untouched. This place is a joke and deserves to go out of business. read more

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Joann K.

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The ramen here is pretty tasty but they give so little. I'm a small girl that loves to eat, I needed more! ^^ I also ordered teriyaki chicken which was not good or bad, but I was hungry so I ate it. It's located inside Marukai market plaza on 3rd floor and i beleive it was 1 hr free parking w /validation. That was a plus especially in little tokyo. read more

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Jeremy L.

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1/24/2025 - Had lunch with Miso Soup Ramen. The bamboo is not fresh with some bad taste. I asked the waiter whether it came from a can. He told me, "from a plastic bag." The pork piece is thin and small, but not from high quality meat. Miso soup is ok, but not from a traditional stewed broth. read more

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Ralph P.

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Amazing food as always they never disappoint , I been coming since I was living in the OC with family and now I get to bring my husband here. read more

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Jessica W.

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多走一點彎路沒有關係，多花一點時間也沒有關係，只要是在人生的道路上你還是走在妳想要的路上，何時到達並沒有那麼重要誤打誤撞的來到這一家拉麵店，其實這一個廣場是以前curry house 的廣場，真是很懷念以前有curry house 的日子，這家東西，最好吃的應該就是他家的餃子了，拉麵的湯頭，嗯，個人覺得還有待加強，服務態度是還不錯，但食物沒有用心 read more

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O P.

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I was finishing my plate when I noticed 2 cockroaches running around on the floor. I didn't bother telling the employees. I left right after. The floor was dirty and the bathrooms were stuffy. I took a quick pic of the small roach so I wasn't able to get a clearer shot. The first roach I saw crawling was massive. read more

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Larry P.

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Ramen was excellent and the service was quick and professional. We came at 3pm and there was plenty of seating. read more

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Jose R.

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I work in downtown and stumbled upon this hidden shopping center by Little Tokyo-finding a restaurant in this area where parking is validated is a huge plus! Service is quick and friendly with few options for broth but you can tell it's a favorite with a frequent clientele. I chose the miso broth and added an egg. Savory broth with all the comforts of a traditional Japanese ramen. The place offers no frills but you will definitely have an enjoyable lunch! read more

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Diana D.

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Orochon was very yummy! I enjoyed my ramen with egg, corn and pork meat.I wish they put more meat. You already pay extra for adding the sides to your ramen. I would hope to pay more only if I want extra. But if you don't order your ramen with sides ( you will be having just broth and noodles). Therefore I wish the plates already came with these sides or the most important ones in the ramen and then people can pay if they want (extra) or add more items to their ramen. Flavor wise, it was very good and flavorful. We also tried the #2 spicy ramen! Super spicy guys !! if you can handle spicy! Good luck! Good vibes inside, place is smaller than I expected but there was no wait time so it was fine (: read more

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Rachel S.

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I Love This place! I have been coming here since like 2017/2018 I can't remember. But I have spent birthdays here, I have friends from out of town come here, I go on dates here. It's always 10/10 and everyone is always happy with the food quality, taste, and service. It's usually busy but there's always seating. It has changed so many times through the years. I remember when there were buttons on the tables to call for service, but now they are like every other restaurant where they service you when they think of you. The dumpling have changed many times but they still taste good. I always get the gyzo dumplings and salt broth soup. They've added many things to the menu so I give them that. I Love This place as it's very busy and it can be loud but it's still intimate enough to be in your own bubble at your table. I think this is a great place for a date, get out of the house dinner, alone time dinner, bring out of town friends. They never disappoint! read more

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Cynthia B.

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Food : Ramen is good and expecting are met due to portion. Spice level is off In my opinion. Gotta level up . A Saparro is a must especially with sake . Same bombssss . Service : Prior to the added 15 % gratitude . We had a shitty experience with a waiter . Older , grey haired , looked stressed out maybe even Russian accent ? Idk what he had going on but it ain't my fault . Before we could tip in cash to our original waiter he kept saying " How generous " and giving us a stank Face. Ambiance : We have always been welcomed here with no issue's ever ! Still recommend even after one shitty situation tbh read more

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Karen G.

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Ramen was so yummy, but be prepared for the serving size! I would definitely go back with an empty stomach because I struggled to finish it all hehe. There are many options for toppings. Service was amazing! read more

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Nathan V.

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It's weird just recently saw an old picture I took when i went years, guess never put up a review. Well it's been a long time since I've gone but use to come here a lot when I lived in OC and wanted to get ramen. I was introduced by an ex who found out from places to check out. This was back when we had a high tolerance for spice and eventually worked our way to the hottest which we couldn't even finish one bowl between us two. But that's not a bad thing, I definitely recommend coming here for spicy ramen, since some places claim that it's spicy but in reality isn't. But not here, you definitely get the burn you ask for. Have gone here a lot before and after and was always my first choice to go to. The place isn't that big but it's in LA so no surprise but the staff has always been attentive and it's been clean and service has always been great. Price is on par with most places, and this place is no different which is a good thing considering it's location. The location is great because there is so much to do around afterwards. While been more open to trying more ramen places I haven't been to in LA more recently. This will always be my go to if I don't want to risk something new . Because I know I'll always leave satisfied and usually eat here before the night starts so always a good way to start the night. read more

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Angelina L.

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i didn't love the miso broth, and i wish the egg came soft-boiled. the gyoza was fine, but felt a bit too greasy. that being said, the service here is great -- our waitress was incredibly attentive! cool to see that they have a spicy ramen challenge though. read more

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Of all the places where I've gotten spicy ramen, I still haven't found a place that has the kind of spicy flavor that Orochon does. It's such a specific taste that I can't find anywhere else, so I crave it on the regular. Located on the third floor of the Weller Court, you can either park on the street at a meter or park in the structure on the first floor. When you validate your parking with the restaurant, I believe you get an hour free the last time I ate there in person. Depending on the time you go, it can be a bit of a wait, but you can kill some time looking around some of the shops on the first floor before your table is ready. read more

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It used to be the No.1 ramen spot in Little Tokyo, about 16 years ago. The rich depth of the broth has disappeared, the fried rice has turned into sticky rice, and the water smells like bleach, making it undrinkable. Also, something to watch out for if you're planning to visit is the mandatory 15% service charge. Despite this, they still include a tip option at checkout, so don't waste money twice. Why do they add a service charge? Does the owner not pay the staff and make them work for free? Shouldn't the owner, not the customer, be the one to pay for the workers who take orders and serve food? I think this kind of sneaky money-grabbing tactic should disappear. As someone who has loved this place for a long time, I hope they address the issues and restore the glory of the past. read more

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Came here yesterday morning. I don't know how this place is still operating. First of all. I saw COCKROACHES on the ground and 2 on the wall. Not to mention there was no sanitation buckets NO where to be seen. This place is nasty!!! And the food wasn't even good.servixe was terrible too. read more

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Elizabeth D.

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This place does not serve tonkotsu ramen, which is my usual order, so I ordered the salt broth since I wasn't feeling like miso. I prefer my ramen broth to be very rich, and unfortunately this broth was too watery for my taste. The broth had a nice enough flavor, but was not what I would think of as ramen broth. The meat that comes in the soup is not cha shu, it is like pho meat, although cha shu is available as an add on. The Ajitama is not included with the ramen and the yolk was cooked all the way through instead of leaving it a bit runny. The soup comes with bell peppers which I have never experienced in a ramen dish, so I thought that was a bit strange. I also personally did not like the noodles very much. I would probably not come back here for ramen. read more

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Brianna M.

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This is the best ramen place ive been too and ive been to quiet a few! Service is quick and very helpful. the Food is amazing the ramen and egg and pork are so good together. Truly nothing compares this is my go to spot whenever im craving some yummy ramen. 1000000/10 I really recommend you guys trying it! read more

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Orochon ramen is okay. It's located on the 3rd floor of the Weller Court - right next to the Double Tree Hilton Hotel. I visited Orochon Ramen over 10 years ago and I still remembered attempting the spicy ramen challenge - don't do it. The broth comes out practically boiling and if it doesn't hurt going in. It'll hurt coming out. In my recent visit, I've humbled myself and got a miso ramen with medium spiciness. The ramen was okay. I do like that they have a lot of toppings with the ramen. The broth is a cleaner, less fatty taste - unlike man of the other famous ramen places in Little Tokyo. I can safely say, they aren't boiling pork bones for 18+ hours or incorporating pork fat to get a silky profile. I didn't feel like there was a lot of noodles in my order. I ordered 2 servings of extra noodles - I normally order 1 extra order at other ramen places. While the restaurant is a little dated, it was cozy. I went on a Monday night (chilly February) and it was empty. read more

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This used to be a cool place known for the most spiciest ramen in CA and the way how it changed throughout the years is a little bit disappointing. The cleanliness and organization of place is greatly needed. You can see all the dirty dishes on the counter while you're eating and the menu stands with tapped bell on the corner of the restaurant is not attractive at all. I still appreciate the napkins, straws and chopsticks being in the drawer compartment. The service isn't bad but isn't good either. The food was interesting. I ordered a miso broth ramen with medium spicy and my husband ordered a miso broth ramen with non-spicy and both of our ramen had sliced green bell peppers, which we have never seen that ingredient in our ramen before from any other ramen restaurants. Unfortunately, we could only taste the green bell peppers, which hindered from the pure rich flavored soup. It's such a shame that they are on a border line of being wonderful. read more

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The broth for the Ramen was lackluster, and the sides were a little salty. They took a while to bring our water and side dishes. read more

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Stopped by for a quick bite on a Thursday afternoon and the place was empty. Service was very attentive to our hungry bellies and everyone enjoyed their meals. Soup broth was tasty and kids bowls are a very good size especially with the extra noodles. read more

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Shaktti R.

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I got the miso base ramen and it's delicious. The broth is definitely fatty if you're into that. The serving size is huge!! I can never finish my bowl lol. I really like the noodles with serve here, kinda thick. The edmame is so delicious here!! I've tried other ramen restaurants but they don't make it how they do here. The staff was really nice I always appreciate them checking up on us read more

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This place is so delicious! Ramen portion is amazing I would've honestly shared this one. I love that they're also open pretty late, parking is a little tricky but other than that it's a great place to come. read more

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Amazingly friendly service last night. Unique, delicious ramen and the portions are huge. We'll definitely be back!

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123 Astronaut E S Onizuka St
Ste 303
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Little Tokyo, Downtown
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(213) 617-1766
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https://orochonramenla.com

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Hours

What time does Orochon Ramen open?

Orochon Ramen opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Orochon Ramen close?

Orochon Ramen closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Orochon Ramen closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Orochon Ramen closes at 9:30 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:30 AM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 11:30 AM - 10:00 PMSun 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Orochon Ramen take credit cards?

Yes, Orochon Ramen takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Orochon Ramen have catering options?

No, Orochon Ramen does not have catering options.

Does Orochon Ramen have a happy hour?

No, Orochon Ramen does not have a happy hour.

Does Orochon Ramen serve alcohol?

Yes, Orochon Ramen serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Orochon Ramen allow dogs?

Yes, Orochon Ramen allows dogs.

Does Orochon Ramen have TVs?

No, Orochon Ramen does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Orochon Ramen have bike parking?

Yes, Orochon Ramen has bike parking.

Does Orochon Ramen have outdoor seating?

Yes, Orochon Ramen has outdoor seating options.

Does Orochon Ramen have parking?

Yes, Orochon Ramen has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking, Valet Parking

Other Amenities

Is Orochon Ramen wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Orochon Ramen is wheelchair accessible.

Does Orochon Ramen have free WiFi?

No, Orochon Ramen does not have free WiFi.

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Established in 2002.

Little Tokyo location opened in 2002.

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4.1(9.9k reviews)

I'm really torn because the food was really good, but the service was seriously lacking. There were…read moresix of us, and all of us felt how rude they were. We ended up being sat next to the grill, I have a shellfish allergy so we asked to sit in their outdoor seating area (which had plenty of tables open) instead just so my allergies don't get triggered by all the vapors. As we walked to our outdoor table, my husband and friend heard three workers talking crap about me and complaining that I shouldn't even be eating there because everything had shellfish. Let's be honest it's not that hard to accommodate, plus we're giving you our business so what's the problem? Rude all the way through table service, then when we were all finished, we had barely just paid and we were finishing our drinks when the same three workers rushed into our table to clear everything out and pushed us out of our table. We're all a pretty chill group of people but every single one of us left saying what the actual f*ck was their problem?

My buddies and I were craving ramen and came across this spot after seeing all the great reviews…read more We decided to give it a try, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The place was packed and had a lively atmosphere. There was a lot of energy, but it was still comfortable enough to have a conversation and enjoy the meal. I ordered the ramen along with the fried rice, and both were excellent. The ramen was rich, flavorful, and easily one of the best bowls I've had in the LA area. The fried rice was also a standout and paired perfectly with the meal. Service was great from start to finish. The staff was attentive, friendly, and kept everything moving despite how busy it was. Overall, it was a fantastic experience. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. If you're in LA and in the mood for ramen, this is a spot you should absolutely check out.

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Spicy Miso Ramen

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Bishamon Sake

RAKKAN Ramen - DTLA

4.2(1.2k reviews)

Vegan friendly

Kitchen open late

Came to rakkan with my group today and was pleasantly surprised by this place. I eat at a lot of…read moreramen spots but this one was different. The spicy garnet which was recommended by Cici was delicious and light on my stomach which didn't make me feel heavy like other ramen do. I don't think I would've tried this place if it wasn't for the group I was with, but I'm glad I did. I will definitely be back if I have a big group as they had a little bit for everyone

Didn't know what I was craving today but Cici suggested the katsu chicken plate. It tasted so good…read moreand hit the spot. The chicken was really crispy

Healthy and Tasty, Our ramen is made with 100% plant-based broth. (QUARTZ Vegan)

Vegan Gyoza are crunchy, crispy and packed with delicious vegetables like edamame, cabbage and carrots!

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Kanikama Sushi Bites come topped with savory teriyaki sauce and crunchy fried onions!

Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata Ramen - Little Tokyo

4.0(3.2k reviews)

Casual dining

30 years in business

Every bite was amazing!…read more Came here after bar hopping, and it hit the spot. There were four of us, and we ordered a bunch of skewers. Each was perfectly cooked and flavorful. Service was great, and ambiance was perfect for that late night meal. Will have to check out their other locations closer to me.

I've been coming to Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata Ramen for many years, and while it's definitely changed…read moreover time--especially the menu and combo offerings--the core experience remains the same. The flavor and level of customization are still what keep customers coming back One of the biggest draws is how customizable the ramen is. You can choose your noodle firmness, oil richness, broth richness, and even remove ingredients like onions, ginger, and more to make the bowl exactly how you like it Another standout feature is the variety of side toppings and add-ons. The Overload combo has always been a favorite for meat lovers, with three different meats that are all cooked well and pair perfectly with the ramen. There are also plenty of other toppings and side items available, so you can build your bowl however you want They used to offer more lunch combo options, but now the menu seems to focus more on individual items and seasonal specials like baseline one running now with Dodgers. Some of the seasonal offerings can be hit or miss, but it's nice to see them trying new things. Drinks are also available if you want something to go along with your meal. And they definitely raised their price, which guess is expected since everyone is getting more expensive in LA Service is typically quick, and food comes out fast since the broth and noodles are already prepared, with only a few items needing to be cooked to order. Like many ramen spots, they also offer extra noodle refills if you're still hungry after finishing your first serving The ambiance is casual and comfortable, with light background music and simple Japanese-inspired decor. There is both indoor and outdoor seating, which gives you some flexibility depending on your preference If you're in Little Tokyo and looking for a ramen spot that lets you customize your bowl exactly the way you like it, Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata Ramen is definitely worth a visit!

Rainbow (salad) ramen: cold noodles & julienned vegetables.

Fried pork rice (my favorite)

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12 piece gyoza for $5.15

Hachioji Craft Ramen

4.3(447 reviews)

This was our first time dining here. After a short wait on a Saturday evening we were seated…read more Tables were very clean and comfortable and the service was really friendly. I ordered the Salmon Ikura Bowl and my guest had the Tonkotsu Yama. My order came with miso soup and a small salad, both of which were delicious. The salad had the perfect dressing - not overwhelming but flavorful. My tuna bowl was great. The tuna was perfectly tender and looked beautiful. My guest really enjoyed his Salmon Ikura Bowl. Many other nearby restaurants had really long lines and wait times. But I doubt their food was any better than what we had here. I highly recommend this restaurant.

I developed a love of shoyu & shio ramen while in Japan and went to Hachioji on a recommendation…read morespecifically for the shoyu since it seems to be the hardest to find. We ordered a chicken karaage to start and it wasn't bad, nothing to write home about though. Since the pieces were large, it was slightly awkward to eat without any plates, and I was just catching the crumbs with my hand (didn't have the ramens at the time). Also got a yuzu beer to try and it was delicious, nice yuzu flavor with some tanginess. I had the shoyu with duck while my husband had the yama tonkotsu that came with fragrant black garlic oil. The tonkotsu is not one of those rich, milky, creamy ones and I personally like these lighter ones more. I also enjoyed the shoyu which had a pleasant depth of flavor, but it felt like it was relying too heavily on MSG for umami. Noodles came out chewy. Definitely not the best ramens I've had but are some of the better ones in LA. Our server was friendly, as were the rest of the staff. Service was quick. The restaurant decor feels straight out of Japan, an extra bit of fun. There's a $10 paid lot behind this block of buildings that's convenient for anything in this part of Little Tokyo.

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Hachioji Bun Burger

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Sapporo Beer

Hakata Ikkousha Ramen

4.1(897 reviews)

I am aware this restaurant is closed but I wanted to leave a review as a tribute. I remember…read moretalking to my girlfriend about wanting to become a "ramen connoisseur" and starting our mission to try every ramen shop in little tokyo. This was the 3rd shop we visited and I instantly voted it as the top. Never have I had ramen so rich, meaty, fatty, and delicious. I abandoned my mission and visited this spot every time I was in the area. I was heartbroken to see they closed down as I would have loved to get one more bowl before closure. Even if I have to drive to a different location I will continue to show my support to Hakata Ikkousha. Thank you for all the memories and delightful bowls of ramen! I wish nothing but the best to the owner and workers of Hakata Ikkousha.

Ramen- both Black devil and Mentaiko Tonkotsu ramens are tasty 5 out of 5. Their crafted thin…read morenoodles are al dente. Their cha-shu is soft and easy to chew and every bite has good taste. 5/5 Service- staff were knowledgeable with ramen dishes and they were friendly. Our orders came out fast after we ordered them. Parking- no parking lot available for this place, but there is a pay parking lot across from this place.

Opened 2 June 2017

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Ginger!

Marugame Monzo

4.4(5.2k reviews)

For as long as I can remember, I've been team udon over ramen. And in my opinion, this place puts…read morethat debate to rest. The classics like Niki Udon, Kitsune Udon, and Curry Udon are incredible staples that stand the test of time and simply hold their own. But if there's any restaurant to enjoy the classics and dip into a little fusion cuisine, THIS is a place you should add to your bucket list. Their creamy mushroom udon is phenomenal. Mushrooms are delicately seasoned and cooked correctly, the texture of the noodles have a perfect bounce/chew to them, and that cream sauce? Addicting. This place has this distinct homey comfort type of vibe to it. The restaurant's decorations aren't too over the top. Most importantly, it's such a clean establishment. In my experience, the servers here are a bit soft-spoken. But they're polite and very knowledgeable about the menu. I look forward to trying more dishes off the menu!

One star off for horrible parking and no designated validated structure…read more Otherwise the food is delicious though can be pricey compared to other soup cuisine like Thai or Vietnamese. My sea urchin udon has an adequate amount of sea urchin. The duck udon has a few slices of duck unlike dishes like Bun Mang Vit or Mi Vit Tiem where there is a whole thigh and other meat portions. At least the meat here is deboned so non-Asians can eat Service is fast and food comes out immediately. I was in and out within 40 minute. I will come back eventually for something else but not in a while.

0.3 mi•Little Tokyo, Downtown

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Agedashi Eggplant ($6)

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Miso Carbonara ($17)

Men Oh Tokushima Ramen

4.1(1.4k reviews)

Happy hour specials

Kid friendly

Good gyoza and kareage good portion for the price Their…read moremain soup that is spicy really good, it's pretty smoky and spicy. Their pork was good and great broth. Great service ran us through the menu It's a nice clean aesthetic and they have ac so that was nice Would go back and try their normal non spicy ramen but I think spice works best if it's Smokey

Came back to this stomping ground to get my fix for tonkatsu ramen. I like how the creamy flavor…read moreisn't too heavy and it's adjustable with our own addition to chili oil. Service was super attentive and fast. I like how I was able to do takeout as well immediately and didn't have to wait so long. The place is very simple minimalist design and doesn't hold too many people. Will be back again

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Maruya

3.7(952 reviews)

We were supposed to go to Oomasa but apparently they are closed on Tuesdays so we ended up trying…read morethis gem in Little Tokyo. We got here as soon as they opened and got seated right away. They have Bento boxes which is what we wanted for lunch. I ordered from the lunch special which was a little cheaper and smaller serving than their regular Bento. I got Tonkatsu which came with small salad, a few pieces of fried chicken and 1 egg roll. The chicken was surprisingly good. The tonkatsu was a lot that I ate it for 3 other meals. My co workers got the chicken katsu Bento and another co worker got the chicken teriyaki Bento. All our Bento came with miso soup which was perfect for the weather. The price was reasonable. Food was flavorful. It was really worth a try. The staff were great. We will definitely be back again.

Their broth is the La Croix of ramen broth. Straight up boiled water with the essence of pork…read morebones. Do not order. The miso my girlfriend got had way more richness and flavor. The portion was pretty small, and the cashu was cut super thin. The noodle quality was fine, but a little overcooked. The sushi was okay? Definitely not worth the price. Rice and fish were warm. I've had better sushi from Japanese supermarkets for cheaper.

0.4 mi•Arts District, Downtown

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Yellowtail Jalapeno

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California Roll

Tsujita Artisan Noodle

4.2(163 reviews)

Tasty ramen and tsukemen! I was in the area looking for something hearty and this hit just the…read morespot. We ordered a tonkatsu ramen and a tsukemen which had a choice of cold or hot noodles We did a hot noodle and both dishes were tasty! The tonkatau wasn't overly heavy but just enough to not be bland either which was perfect for my taste Interior was clean and service was awesome. We came on a Sunday early afternoon so we didn't have to wait. Parking is unfortunately just street parking but there's also a lot nearby if you're willing to pay. This place was also dog friendly and my small Maltese was allowed to sit with us even though there was no outdoor dining

PREMISE: I went to this location on a Wednesday evening at approximately 5PM for a party of two…read more WAIT TIME: We got seated right away! There was not anyone at the restaurant at the time, but people did start trickling in as more time elapsed. We got our food relatively quickly as well. FOOD: I ordered the spicy pork tsukemen ($23.45), which is their dipping noodle. The noodles are thicker than standard ramen, but in a good way! It comes with thick chashu (thick, fatty pork) slices and soft boiled eggs. If you haven't had tsukemen before, you essentially dip your noodles into the broth and then eat it that way. The broth is extremely flavorful and there are also pieces of chashu in it as well. The only critique that I have regarding this is the broth was lukewarm which made the dish taste slightly off. I've tried this dish at another branch and the broth was also lukewarm there, so I'm not sure if this is a location issue or a standard amongst all branches. Also, this dish does not really have any vegetables in this, but I also don't know if traditional tsukemen has veggies included. SERVICE: Service was quick and everyone was nice and doing their job. Didn't seem like the staff was slacking or messing around while there weren't many customers. They were very attentive to us, refilling our water immediately once they saw it was getting low, and being very attentive towards if we had any other concerns or if we needed anything else. PARKING: There technically is street parking but since it's in Little Tokyo, it's going to be very difficult to find it. There's $4-6 valet parking available nearby the location. There are a lot of people walking around though so just be safe. INTERIOR: It's not too big of a place but it's also not too small as well. It looks very well kept and clean. BATHROOM: Two gender neutral bathroom stalls that are both very clean and accessible. No issues here with them. TLDR: Overall, I thought the place was pretty good to eat at! I would definitely come back for the tsukemen (as long as the broth is warmed up until it's hot). A very good dish combined with great music (they have some great Japanese music variety) is definitely a spot worth coming to with friends !! :))

Spicy Tuna Bowl

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Chashu Ajitama Tsukemen

Kouraku

3.9(1.4k reviews)

47 years in business

Family-owned & operated

Amazing Atmosphere, Wonderful service. Food tasted wonderful, and the menu was well organized and…read morefull of options!

It was my first time visiting Kouraku. The food at Kouraku was absolutely delicious. My friend and…read moreI received very friendly service upon entering and leaving the restaurant. Service was also privided by a robotic server as well, very interesting. We will return to try other menu selections.