Favorite chicken ramen in the area - i haven't found any other ramen place with chicken ramen that…read morecomes with chicken breast this good in OC! I love the chicken paitan DX as it comes with a grilled chicken leg which is also tasty, and it's a really good deal. Just gotta make sure to get there either for lunch or really early for dinner, as they tend to run out of the chicken legs by dinner time, especially on the weekend. The gyoza here is also decent. The only down side I have is that their bowls are good but not great. The servers here are usually pretty attentive and nice. Haven't had a bad experience so far (:

Chicken kaarage was SO hard, dry, and chewy. I couldn't stomach it and ended up throwing the entire…read morething away. The ramen broth is very rich but it was really bland. I got the hakata tonkotsu. Everything was bland and I've never had a bland ramen in my entire life. The thin noodles were too soft and not chewy. Tasted overcooked. This might be a good dish to order your grandparents because it is simple, soft, not too much flavor. The pork was soft and tender but it was bland so it was hard to finish the ramen. I'm really disappointed.

I love a mixed dry noodle so this definitely hit the spot!…read more I got the original & spicy and it was AMAZING. It has a good kick from the spice and the heat does build up over time as you eat. It also comes with a poached egg, but I chose to have mine in the side. When you order via the QR code, there's a lot of things you can customize for the bowl. When you're almost done, they will ask you if you want rice to finish off the sauce & toppings in the bowl (it's complimentary).

Tried this place on a Saturday at 6:00 without any issue getting a seat for 2. You scan the QR code…read moreto get the menu and order. The karaage and takoyaki were both not bad but nothing crazy. The karaage fry combo was a little dry overall and I preferred the takoyaki. The mazesoba itself was very good. Super rich and filling so definitely did not need both appetizers to feed 2. You get a small scoop of rice at the end to eat with the sauce which was actually my favorite part. Overall a good meal but the appetizers hold it back in my opinion.

We've been here so many times and we love it! The food is great and the service goes along with it…read more Cool murals on the wall making a great ambiance.

Food was very good, but the service was disappointing. We were one of only two tables, yet the…read morewaitress spent most of her time on her phone and wasn't very friendly. Several items we tried to order were unavailable, and I had to go to the counter to ask for the check because she never came back to the table. For a $40 bill, the experience didn't feel worth the time or money, even though the food itself was solid.

A Legendary Slurp - Gone But Never Forgotten It is a true…read moretragedy for the Orange County food scene that Hakata Ikkousha in Costa Mesa has closed its doors. This wasn't just a "ramen joint"--it was a masterclass in authentic Fukuoka-style soul food. The Broth: Liquid Gold The standout was always their Signature Tonkotsu broth. You could literally taste the 30+ hours of labor that went into it. It had that distinct "frothy" texture (the bubble of the bone marrow) that you only find in high-end Hakata shops. It was rich, creamy, and carried a deep umami funk without ever being overly greasy. The Hits * Black Tonkotsu: The roasted garlic oil (mayu) added a smoky, dark complexity that ruined all other garlic ramens for me. * God Fire: For those who like to sweat, this offered the perfect balance of heat without sacrificing the integrity of the pork flavor. * The Karaage: Genuinely some of the best fried chicken in the area. Massive, juicy thigh meat with a shattering, thin crust and that addictive spicy mayo on the side. * Customization: I loved that they let you pick your noodle firmness. "Hard" was the only way to go to ensure that perfect snap with every bite. The Atmosphere The Costa Mesa location always had a great energy--functional, clean, and unpretentious. The staff were always efficient, greeting everyone with a loud "Irasshaimase!" that made the experience feel truly authentic. It's heartbreaking to see such a high-caliber spot leave the neighborhood. If you were lucky enough to eat here, you know we lost a heavy hitter. To the team at Ikkousha: thank you for the memories and the best bowls in the city. You'll be sorely missed! Note: For those still craving that specific broth, their Torrance locations are still holding it down--definitely worth the drive to keep the dream alive. Come back to OC! !

I was completely unaware 10/26/25 was the last day this location was open so I feel very blind…read moresighted T-T The only location left is Torrance and I hope it stays open! Favorite ramen spot ever!! The Black Devil Level 2 Spice will be missed.

I've been to this Ramen place a couple times before. I loved all of our visits so far! It's a…read moresmall to medium restaurant and there aren't that many tables. It's a little tight inside too with the tables located near each other. We came on a Monday during the lunch hour. We originally had plans to eat somewhere else, but it was too long of a wait and we decided to have Ramen instead. I think due to our party of six, it was a little harder to be seated, but it wasn't a big deal. We checked in and we were informed by Justin that it wouldn't take too long for our table to be ready as the other family who was at the larger table was already eating their food. Great! We meandered around in the center and walked inside Daiso and Mitsuwa market and already thinking about where we would be eating next time. We received a text when our table was ready about 30 minutes later. The nice lady who took our order was friendly, sweet, smiling and made us feel welcomed. We all ended up ordering different Ramen bowls, and curry with rice. We also shared the large fried chicken and furikake french fries. I'll have to try that at home next time! Everyone enjoyed their choices. I tried the light Kitakata ramen this time because I usually always get miso or Tonkotsu. The light broth was easier for me to handle and I was able to adjust the spice level with condiments on the table. I also used some of the chili spices from my family members. As usual, the chewy bouncy noodles were enjoyed by everyone. We will be back!

We are regular here. It's so sad that one of the waiters here is very mean to us…read more 1. We have 1 year old and she gave us the broken high chair intentionally. I had to go switched it myself. And she was smiling when I had to switching. Very evil woman. ( she has an acne patch on her face with star shape ) She has so much attitude for no reasons and clearly she doesn't have kids so she doesn't understand safety issues. 2. My husband ordered Charshu without green onion and came with a tons of green onion. That's strike 2. 3. I asked for a check and she ignored us for 10 mins and I had to ask someone else. We ended paying in a front like a fast food service. I will talk to the manager next time about her and I hope she gets fired because I talked to my neighbors and they said the same thing. It's really sad because they have really good food but the service ( specifically her) is terrible and it soured our mood. People come to the restaurant to enjoy the food but she has such a bad attitude because she is not happy in her life.

My quest to try different types of ramen led me to Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai. I was fumbling with…read moreWaitlist when Madison welcomed me inside to be seated. Nice! I considered tonkatsu ramen but decided to order a large spicy miso ramen instead, Make it a large for $1.50 is a great deal. I found myself staring at a mount of vegetable toppings when my ramen arrived. The next thing I noticed was the wavy kitakata noodle that reminded me of chewy homemade noodle. I tasted the broth by itself before slurping in my ramen. The whole package was a winner for my taste buds. I learned from Madison that this location in Costa Mesa was established in 2014, the first international Kitakata joint outside Japan. Although this is my first time at Kitakata certainly won't be the last.

+ Yummy spicy ramen. Lotsa veggies. + Nice, helpful staff…read more . Service speed is okay. . Good amount of indoor seating. - Interior space a lil crowded. - Also crowded parking. Awkward triangular spacing; kinda cramped. . Reasonably priced. I had: $17.75 spicy miso ramen + $1.70 Japanese egg + tax + tip = $23

Everything was amazing staff and the manager are super nice people and The Ramen is the best I ever…read morehad.

Had tonkotsu with just meat and egg but was too delicious ate pork before photo . Highly recommendread more

I've been going to various shin-sen-gumi locations for 2 decades and enjoy that this branch also…read moredoes Udon. Their original Hakata ramen feels like it's not as consistent as some of their other branches. The restaurant has nice high ceilings and a variety of different table sizes. The lines here are much shorter compared with other locations and you can typically get a table without a wait unless you go at peak hours. There are frequently new menu options or seasonal specials that are worth trying out. On the last visit, tried the new sushi tacos. The sweet shrimp was very good, but I wouldn't recommend the beef.

Service was welcoming, but the food was kind of pricey for what you get. My bfs katsu was .. the…read moremeat was fatty and just gross looking from my pov, he didn't eat much. I had the carbonara, the toppings and portions are good. A bit much bacon and I would have liked more spinach. But not bad. I just feel 25$ per bowl is pretty steep for what it was. The server was nice, but we unfortunately wouldn't come back. Work on the katsu meat.. that was icky. :( Update: 6:30am my stomach is killing me :( Not sure if it's from this, but it's what I ate last..