This was my second visit to Kotsu and it didn't disappoint! I feel like some ramen places only…read morereally have good pork options, but for people who don't eat pork (like me), this place has a lot of good options. I've gotten the Tori OG with chicken chashu twice and it was really good both times! My boyfriend had the Tori Kick the first time and then the Tori Matcha Madness this time and those were both good as well. The chicken chashu has always been VERY flavorful and not dry. The broth is so flavorful as well and has depth. I feel a lot of broths I've had lacked richness. I also feel like the toppings on the ramen are perfect; a ramen egg, kikurage mushroom, green onion, and the meat! The service has always been very friendly and I've never had a bad experience with any of the employees. The place itself is kept clean and I notice the workers cleaning off tables and other things as soon as they can. The restrooms are also very clean (big plus for me). I feel like this is easily becoming one of my go to places for ramen!

My wife and I had a great experience at Kotsu Ramen. I ordered the Fire Ramen, and she got the…read moreregular ramen. Both bowls were packed with flavor, and the broth was rich and delicious. The Fire Ramen had a nice kick without overpowering the other flavors. The only downsides were that our food took a little longer than expected to come out, and the dining room could have been cooler since it felt a bit warm inside. That said, the quality of the food made it worth the wait. We'd definitely come back for the ramen!

The service was pretty straightforward, just go in order, wait for my order to be called out and…read moregot my Ramen and water. I chose to build up my own. Got a Vegan Broth, Tofu, Spinach Noodles and some veggies for toppings. It was later at night so no one was there which is exactly what I wanted. There was some light music, but nothing too crazy if I remember correctly. I love how the place is decorated and I might want to see what they have at the bar next time around. Not the best Ramen, but it's not horrible either. Would definitely go back if im in the area and the food lab ramen place is closed

I've been to this place 3 times and I won't be coming back, idk what happened but this place went…read moredownhill QUICK and it's actually super unfortunate. -some toppings were out: no egg, corn (the main things I wanted) -some fountain drinks were unavailable and person at register said they're also out of ice for drinks -no bartender the one time I wanted a beer with my ramen -very understaffed, it wasn't packed there was about 4 people ahead of me in line and it took a long time to order and get my food (I've been in a much longer line here before where it was understandable the amount of time it was taking) -service wasn't friendly at the cash register, the person up there seemed bothered to be working and was forgetful and not helpful -I love spicy food or adding spice to any food and the "just right" level is spicy! Like a 7/10 spice level -so hot inside bc of the exposed kitchen no AC was on and I saw 1 small fan on the floor facing the seating area... also there was a big heater at the entrance of the door when it was 76 degrees out and humid ?? -couldn't use the bathroom because it was worse than an abandoned gas station bathroom: pee on the seat, marks in the toilet, hair on the sink, no seat covers, overall just so gross I walked right out -gyoza was good, ramen broth/flavor was good but nothing is drawing me back here, the ambiance is over crowded as well. Hopefully these recent yelp reviews that I've been seeing by other people get to management and things change.

I hate to give any business a one star review. I would have given it a 2 to 3 star for service and…read morefood, but it gets one star because my brother and I got food poisoning after eating here. We shared the philly roll so we think the salmon was bad. We also got separate ramen bowls. The miso ramen broth had a good flavor but the drunken ramen was pretty bland besides a straight basil and ginger flavor. The pork was very firm and difficult to chew in both of our meals. The egg was closer to hard boiled than soft boiled. The noodles were cooked well. The thai tea was decent. It was extremely sweet and diluted and didn't have that strong flavor most thai tea has. Service-wise, the waitress was friendly but she disappeared from the floor after giving us our food for about 30 minutes and never checked in with us or was available when we were ready to leave.

Pleasantly surprised by this little Ramen spot we stopped by on our way home…read more Waitress was super friendly with the coolest New Orleans accent. Place had a cute decor and intimate feel. - anonymous ramen: good flavor in the sweeter side and has a solid kick. 4 out of 5 - tonkatsu ramen: sweet rich broth 4 out of 5 - shoyu ramen: nice rich salty broth, my son loved this 5 out of 5 - tonkatsu curry rice: hubs thought the curry was too sweet and the meat was on the tougher side 2 out of 5 - Takiyaki Balls: light with great flavor, loved the texture 5 out of 5 - potstickers: dipping sauce defs made this dish 4 out of 5

So it was my daughter's Birthday and we decided to try Yoshioishi Sushi and Ramen in Corona Ca…read more I must say it was really good! Unfortunately I can't remember the names of the dishes that they both got but they were spicy dishes They both (my husband and daughter) loved them tho. I had the grilled chicken with garlic oil. It was so tasty. We will be back to try some of their other dishes. Yes it's that good! Lol They have a huge selection of sushi and other dishes too! They have a wide variety to choose from. The service was great and the staff were friendly too.

Yoshiharu is beautifully decorated and well organized dining room. Stepping in from the outside…read moretransports you to an inviting and relaxing experience. Staff happily greets you upon arrival. Nice offering of Shio, Shoyu, Miso, Tonkatsu or Chicken ramen. Noodles are perfectly cooked with the perfect bite, firm, springy and chewy.. Gyozas are piping hot with a crispy wrapper. Although the filling was a little mushy. Green tea ice cream is nice and creamy balanced with the matcha flavor. Over all an enjoyable experience and service.

I just wanted to give a huge shout out to Darrel who was I believe a server. We had issues with our…read moreorder missing some items, but luckily Darrel was able to assist us with this order. He went above and beyond with his customer service and assisted me in correcting my order and not having to do too into depth or be frustrated having. To wait longer Food was amazing and it's definitely worth the trip We got the oxtail ramen and 10/10 recommend

After seeing thousands of reviews, I decided to give this place a try. I visited on a Saturday in…read morethe late afternoon, and surprisingly, there was no one else in the restaurant when we arrived. There was only one staff member present, and unfortunately, the experience did not start with a warm welcome. She simply handed the menu to me and told me to sit wherever I wanted, rather than greeting us properly and showing us to a table or placing the menu on the table. While this may seem like a small detail, first impressions matter and unfortunately, this initial interaction set the tone for the rest of the experience. We chose 'Build your own Ramen' where every item is itemized and priced. I had the Tonkotsu broth with Pork Chashu which - 4/10; some part of noodles still clumpy, broth is decent and not that great, chashu piece is the only good thing, comes in thick chunky cut. While my husband got Kazi which is the dry noodles - 5/10, taste is quite garlicky however it's quite spicy for 'just right' spicy level. One thing I noticed during my visit was that the waitress appeared somewhat disengaged from her work. She had a TV show playing nearby and seemed to spend a noticeable amount of time watching it rather than attending to customers. Unfortunately, the overall level of attentiveness and hospitality did not meet my expectations. The atmosphere initially seemed appealing, with the painted wall décor giving the space a cool and distinctive look. However, the music coming through the speakers was not particularly enjoyable, as the sound system seemed disproportionate to the size of the room.

369 Poke & Ramen is honestly one of the best poke spots I've had in the IE. The worker helping us…read morewas really nice and patient, especially when explaining the different sauce options and helping us figure out combinations. They didn't make us feel rushed at all and were really welcoming throughout the whole ordering process. The fish tasted really fresh, which is one of the biggest things I look for in poke, and they had a good variety of sauces to choose from depending on what flavor you're in the mood for. The toppings bar was also really solid with a lot of options, and everything looked fresh and well stocked. I liked that you could customize your bowl however you wanted and still have everything pair well together. One thing I really liked is that they actually pack the containers full, so it genuinely feels worth the money. I even got a small bowl once, and it was still loaded with fish, toppings, and everything else. The inside is clean, spacious, and has plenty of seating, so it's a nice spot to sit down and enjoy your food instead of feeling cramped.

Not sure if it is because of the area, if it is just what the establishment attracts as far as…read moreapplicants, or if the management intentionally hires unwelcoming staff, but the service has only been good here one time and this was around Covid times. There have been times the staff seems high and blown out of their minds. Other times they are too busy chatting up with coworkers to acknowledge or provide even the basic decency of customer service. Then, more often than not you are treated almost as a bother. Due to the service here, I have stopped dining in and opt for calling a phone order to take out. On three separate occasions now, within the last 3 months, they have neglected the phones for orders. They would rather disconnect or turn off the phone completely to avoid any future orders. This comes as a surprise when in about 10 minutes of my first attempted call, I see a staff of four people, yet only one customer. I believe there was no excuse as to why they could not answer the phone. I confirmed they accept take out orders essentially until closing. I have always been mindful to not attempt to order within 30 minutes of them closing. The service here is appalling and truly diminishes their potential for how great the spot could be considering the food they have. Food on the other hand is a total opposite of the service, very flavorful and strong punch of spice at a level 3. My go to is the Wonton ramen with a miso base. Crispy rice is a great starter to share. The garlic ramen is also a great contender if you have a garlic craving. Open layout feels like a mom and pop shop. Overall pretty clean establishment. Occasional tweaker going in for the bathroom closer to the end of the night.

We originally planned to eat at the dumpling spot next door, but we were starving and didn't want…read moreto wait. Yoshioishi Sushi & Ramen had solid reviews, so we decided to pivot and give it a try. First impression: the menu is extensive. It's one of those places where you almost don't know where to start. The fan favorites are marked with a red flower, which helped narrow things down. We also asked our server for suggestions, which made it easier to navigate. We arrived just before 5pm and there was only one other table. We were told to sit anywhere we'd like. By the time we left, the restaurant was filling up and it seemed like there were quite a few regulars coming in. Here's what we tried: Salted edamame: Just average. A bit limp and not as crisp as I'm used to, so they didn't feel especially fresh. Gyoza: Really nice flavor and the dipping sauce was well balanced. These were solid. Yellowtail jalapeño sashimi: This was different in a good way. It had cilantro and a slightly sweeter sauce instead of the traditional garlic ponzu. Unexpected, but a pleasant surprise. Crispy chicken karaage: Slightly over fried but still flavorful. The dipping sauce helped. Crispy rice with spicy tuna: Just okay. One piece barely had tuna on top. Not bad, but not something I'd reorder. Cucumber salad: Served on a bed of iceberg lettuce, which surprised us, but the dressing had great flavor. This disappeared quickly. Nigiri: The salmon was incredibly fresh and one of the highlights. The albacore and toro came topped with fresh wasabi, which was a nice touch. We really enjoyed the salmon and albacore. The toro didn't quite melt in your mouth like we hoped. It was a bit chewy. Crazy Salmon Roll: Good flavor, but note that the salmon on the outside is fully cooked. We expected raw, so just something to keep in mind. Snow Mountain Roll: A fan favorite at the table. Great texture and flavor. Plain udon and plain ramen: Both were excellent. The broth was rich and flavorful, the noodles were cooked perfectly, and the portions were generous. We definitely over ordered, but we left very full. One small detail for fellow tea lovers: I always look forward to hot tea at a Japanese restaurant, especially when it's served in a small pot you can refill at the table. Here it was hot water with a tea bag in a metal cup, which was too hot to comfortably hold, and there was no teapot provided. Not a deal breaker, but next time I'd probably skip the tea. Service was strong. In addition to our main server, two other team members checked in and refilled water regularly, which we appreciated. Overall, I'd call it a 3.5 if that were an option, so I'm landing at 3 stars. The food was decent, the atmosphere comfortable, and the service attentive. It didn't completely wow us, but we're glad we tried it.

First time coming here to Yoshioishi Sushi and Ramen as I was craving for some ramen after my trip…read moreto Japan. Let's just say its good that they offer a wide variety of sushi, rolls, and ramen but the flavor is under par. Plus the high prices make it hard to enjoy. Indoor restaruant was dark and didn't have a bright welcoming ambiance. Staff was quick to speak to us and get us seated which was good. The Crunch Onion Albacore was around $18 and it was Ok tasting. I have had fresher albacore before. Their avocado salad $8 was surprisingly tasty so I will definitely get this one again. Apparenlty they charge $3 for a side of white rice. Their Tonkotsu ramen for $16 was OK as well. Not hot ramen but served a bit lukewarm. Not sure what was going on but in a way I can eat it right away but I am used to having it piping hot with steam and a richer flavor. Also got their green tea $3.50 and ice water but the service in refilling the water was slow, especcially with an empty restaurant. Yikes! All in all, it was my first time here. I did see them having a Happy Hour special so I will try that next time.

I have been going to Sushi Ok for years, but never did a Yelp review until today. This is not an…read moreall You can eat which I appreciate because it means they use really high quality products. I have found my favorites and have them most often, but I like to venture into new rolls and I'm never disappointed. The staff is always welcome, friendly and provide amazing service. During the pandemic we ate here once a week to keep supporting local businesses and they knew me by name. This is a hidden gem If you go for a birthday they have flashing neon lights and crazy music that plays that make you feel emboldened and special all at once. Always very clean with multiple tvs that don't mess with the ambience because they keep the volume down.

Walking in, we were automatically greeted and seated. There are a variety of tables, spaciously…read moreseparated, with fairy lights on the ceiling. You could also sit at the sushi bar, if you prefer. And there are a variety of tvs. When we went, it was featuring the world cup; no audio and some tvs had captions. Music was playing at a good level. Menu features lots of options. Some of us were craving sushi and the other half had bowls (beef bulgogi, spicy pork bowl, orange chicken). Our meals were served around the same time and waiters regularly checked on our refills and if we needed anything. At one point, music turned loud and lights flashed, to celebrate someone's bday so something to be aware of that they do. Overall, our dining experience was satisfying. I was a big fan of the salmon carpaccio and the super sexy bowl. The fish tasted fresh and portions are large so you get your moneys worth. My companion did mention that their bulgogi had more onion than meat which was visibly notable. Definitely aim to visit again and will recommend this spot to others.

My friend and I came here a while back and I kept telling myself I need to write a review for this…read moreplace. Their Ramen noodles are so good and their Ajitsuke Tamago that they put in there is the best egg around. The gentleman that waited on us was so informative. And helpful. It's a small quaint restaurant. Its good for lunches with a friend.

Had a craving for Japanese Curry. I don't know, is it supposed to be so watery? I've had Japanese…read moreCurry at other places and the sauce was thicker at other locations. My son liked his dish, he got spicy tonkotsu ramen, the broth was savory and the pork chashu was tender and tasty.

This is a great spot to meet a friend, which is exactly what I did. They had all types of food and…read morealso coffee and dessert. If you have different tastes, you can order at different locations and sit together in the middle, a classic food hall. The food selection is very good; it's hard to make a selection. We chose the kebab, a favorite of my friend's. It didn't disappoint. She gets the fries and I got a wrap. The food came out in a reasonable amount of time and it was cool to see the selection at the rest of the business. Riverside Food Lab validates parking for a certain time so that is also convenient. I stayed a little longer and the final cost wasn't unreasonable.

The Food Lab was a pretty good experience overall. The food we tried was good, and there were…read moreplenty of different options to choose from. The cleanliness was also good, and the staff we interacted with were nice and friendly. The only downside was that we came specifically to try one particular restaurant, only to find out it was closed when we arrived. That was definitely disappointing since it was the main reason for our visit. Also, while the staff was friendly, the overall atmosphere felt a little off at times. It seemed like some of the people working there were mad or frustrated, which made the environment feel slightly uncomfortable. Overall, the food was good, the place was clean, and the staff was friendly. I would recommend checking the hours of the specific restaurant you want to visit before heading over.