as someone who has come here regularly since their soft opening, tenkaippin always delivers exceptional service and food () chris is always a great bartender !! the drinks always come out beautifully and the bar is one of my favorite spots to have a seat and enjoy my food. there is a creative rotation of seasonal drinks, such as a dodgers lemon sour which was blue.. my partner enjoyed it a lot. i am excited to see what other drinks the bar will come up with ! whenever ryuki is my server, i feel very welcomed by him. he is great at answering my questions attentively, and provides excellent recommendations. he also takes adjustments to food items precisely ; his service never disappoints. for someone who comes here often, i must the potato salad is very good ! i enjoy the vegan ramen as much as their kotteri ( chicken ) broth, so if you're looking for a plant-based food option in little tokyo, tenkaippin's vegan ramen is definitely worth a try. i always order their salmon avocado bowl, which doesn't skimp out on the salmon and always tastes very fresh. read more

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The service is so great!! I came after the first fifa game of Mexico. VIVA MEXXXICOOOO!!! They treated me amazing, I ordered and they have a great $1 beer after your first one. I ant to have a good time just come here and ask for aiko!! read more

Loved it! And Aiko, our server, really helped make the experience great. Can't highly enough!

Tenkaippin doesn't really pretend to be anything other than a kotteri place, and that focus works in its favor. The broth is the whole point -- chicken-based, thick to the point of being almost a sauce, and it coats every noodle instead of sitting under them. If you've only had lighter tonkotsu or shoyu ramen, it's a different category of thing. Get the small rice. Spoon some broth over it at the end. That's the move. We also got the gyoza, which came out five to an order with a real sear on the bottom, and they hold up next to a bowl that rich. The space is better than it needs to be. Big communal wood tables with lettered seat numbers, an open kitchen behind glass so you can watch the bowls come together, and a wall-sized Einstein mural slurping kotteri that I did not expect. There's a wavy LED installation across the ceiling that throws warm light down over the tables -- flattering, actually. Screens everywhere, so it doubles as a decent spot to catch a match. Service was friendly and on top of things even as it got busy. Easy return. read more

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The ramen still tastes authentic, just like in Japan. However, the soup is always lukewarm. Every single time I visit, I ask them to make it hotter, but every time it still comes out lukewarm. Today was no different. What really ruined the experience was the service. My friend and I arrived first, and we told the staff that another friend would be joining us later. Despite that, they kept asking us over and over when the third person was coming. They asked while we were eating our appetizer, they asked again when we ordered our ramen, and then they asked yet again when they brought the ramen to the table. Asking once is understandable, but repeatedly asking the same question made us feel rushed and unwelcome. It completely ruined my appetite. In the end, I asked for a to-go box, packed up my ramen, and left--just as they seemed to want. The ramen itself is good, but the soup temperature and the unnecessary, repeated questioning by the staff really need improvement. read more

This is my 2nd time being here and the food is amazing! Everything is on point. The menu did change and I was hoping for their salmon on wonton skin. Service is amazing, we were taken care of. Left full and happy. read more

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If you've never had kotteri broth it's as thick as tsukemen (dip ramen) though not as salty. It is very thick though, even the silky one so it may need getting used to. I enjoyed my half portion of the spicy version (which I am glad I downsized knowing we were getting all these other sides and that the broth was so dense). They had spam fries as well as karaage. My son, who is allergic to eggs, nuts, dairy, was able to be accommodated and had ramen, spam fries, and the karaage (sauce on the side for those of us who can have it). Great space, kid friendly. read more

Tenkaippin is a ramen chain from Japan that specializes in "kotteri," or extra thick chicken broth ramen. Visually, the broth reminded me of tsukemen dipping broth, so I was expecting something rich and oily like a heavy tonkotsu. Surprisingly, the flavor was actually fairly light and not greasy at all. The noodles were cooked firm, and they definitely lacked some of that fresh noodle chew. We ordered a bunch of appetizers to try and honestly... only one was worth the money. The chicken karaage was delicious with juicy, tender chicken and a fresh tangy yuzu aioli on the side (you can get spicy mayo instead). The asparagus tempura itself was good and came topped with parmesan, but $8 for basically 4-5 asparagus spears is crazy work. The fried Spam allegedly comes inside the actual Spam can, which why I ordered it lol. Unfortunately they told us afterward someone had thrown out all the cans, so it ended up just being $8 fried Spam sticks. The tako shells were regular takoyaki in a fried wonton shell and is just gimmicky. They have some interesting cocktails. I tried the yuzu margarita which was decent, tasted like a regular margarita with a slight yuzu flavor. The restaurant itself is really spacious and is super new and clean, with mostly communal style seating where you can either sit side by side or across from each other. Service was fantastic too and our server was very friendly throughout the meal. read more

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The service is quick the food is great and the ensure that your have what you need without feeling like they are hovering. Ambiance is chill. read more

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Tenkaippin is a must-try ramen spot in J-town. They opened late last year, and I purposely waited for the hype (and long lines) to calm down--totally worth it. The space is beautiful, with a modern-meets-traditional Japanese design. It feels cozy but also surprisingly spacious, and the open kitchen adds a nice touch. The highlight is definitely their signature thick chicken broth. Super rich, creamy, and flavorful--almost like a cream sauce. If you love creamy pasta, you'll probably love their Kotteri ramen. It's a nice change from the usual pork-based broths, and honestly, it stands out because of that. Pro tip: it's perfect with a side of rice. Cocktails are solid with plenty of options, and the service was great--everyone was friendly, attentive, and happy to answer questions. Bonus: they gave us a cute little ramen bowl toy when we paid, which was such a fun touch. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. read more

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Didn't have time for a meal, but I saw the shaved ice sign out front and wanted dessert so we walked in. I'm so glad we dined in. The restaurant is huge with plenty of seating, very nice & modern. The yuzu mango shaved ice was delicious! Mango covering the top AND (to our surprise) mango underneath in the cup as well! I also really enjoyed the whip cream on top too. Total was $9 & some change. Very affordable dessert and it was shareable for 2. The service was great! The waiter was attentive & so nice. I didn't realize how parched I was until he kindly brought out large cups of water while we waited for the dessert. We are definitely coming back to try their special ramen, he was telling us it's a specific style of ramen so I'll update this review soon about it. read more

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Steep competition on this block from other ramen shops! I think this T H I C C ramen is worth trying. I judge a ramen restaurant by how well they serve their Diet Coke - and TENKAIPPIN LA 本店 did not fail by serving me an ice cold can with a glass of ice. If a ramen restaurant has time to buy a machine and track inventory and order syrups or whatever, they're not focusing on their menu. Kotteri Signature combo is what I went for, because I was afraid of MAX. The menu said that once you go MAX, you never go back. I'm not ready to take that ride. My server swore it's not curry, and I trust him because he gave me Diet Coke in a can. What I ordered: * DIET COKE- $3.00 * Combo B Signature (Kotteri ramen and Salmon Avocado bowl) $25.00 * Seasoned Egg - $2.50 Plus tip = expect to pay around $40 if you aren't a tipping tightwad. That's what it costs to go out and get a good bowl of soup these days. Sorry the truth hurts. A slice of chashu pork, green onions, add a seasoned egg, plus a bowl of salmon avocado rice? You'll be so full. The noodles hold the broth well. When you finish your noodles and only the broth remains, not only does your spoon stand up in the broth as advertised- you can eat the broth with chopsticks. Parking is... downtown LA. Be prepared to park somewhere in a garage or the street and hoof it a few blocks. read more

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My bf & I went to little toyko village where this place is facing the street. There's limited street parking but parking structure around the block! We were sat within 5 mins given nighttime on a Sunday wasn't that busy. Theres a bar on the left side & cool led lights on ceiling. We mention'd it's our 1st time here so usually server explains the menu but she didn't & I felt like more questions I asked confused me more so I just went with combo since easier lol plus her voice was so low I couldn't hear her over the background music. The menu was a bit confusing to figure out as one page showed various ideal bowls & prices but our server asked if I still wanted everything inside like it was a la cart which having set photos threw me off. I figured out those weren't set bowls to order just ideal bowl pictures if you ordered those extra toppings. We both got the signature ramen combo w/ dumplings while he got the signature ramen + egg combo w/ salmon poke bowl! Combos were cheaper than bowls itself making it more worth it honestly. Signature broth was good but texture was like gravy which fills you up fast & we couldn't finish soup. Pork was bland flavor, not great. All bowls have pork & green onions but you have to add every other topping on! The salmon bowl was our favorite menu item & would come back for that. read more

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Some Sundays ago, my friend & I had an early dinner at Tenkaippin. We chose this place because we knew it opened recently, and we wanted a warm meal. The restaurant wasn't busy at 5:30pm, so we were seated promptly. The indoor dining room was bright and quite spacious with a mix of traditional & modern decor, and the service was attentive and fast. I ordered the Silky Ramen ($19.50), which had a rich & smooth broth. There was good ratio of broth to noodles & toppings. The only con was that the bamboo shoots were cold in the hot ramen; it felt like the topping was an afterthought. Also, I ordered a side of Salmon Onigiri ($6.95). It had a fun contrast of textures with the rice being crispy outside and soft inside. However, the salmon topping tasted plain and very mayo-forward; I would've liked a little more spice. We'd come back to Tenkaippin, if we were in the area and craving this special kind of ramen. read more

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Slurp history in every bite Tenkaippin Little Tokyo just dropped its first-ever U.S. location and it's bringing 55 years of kotteri culture straight from Japan "Kotteri" = thick, rich, deeply flavorful... and trust, they MEAN it. This broth isn't just ramen--it's a whole identity. Founded by Tsutomu Kimura in 1971 from a humble Kyoto yatai, this cult-favorite now has 200+ locations across Japan... and LA just got the most aesthetic one in the world Think imported wood interiors, Kyoto-inspired chandelier, fusuma sliding doors, and tiles straight from Japan--every detail feels like a Tokyo night tucked into Little Tokyo Must try: Cocktails + mocktails crafted to balance that ultra-rich kotteri broth = game changer What we ordered: Kotteri Signature + Kotteri Max (next-level THICK) Spam Katsu Bomb Creamy Egg Potato Salad Sour Love + Old Fashioned If you love rich ramen, this is your spot. If you've never had kotteri... prepare to be obsessed. read more

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Aiko and Jo were our servers. Top notch service although Aiko wouldn't let me pay and instead let my dining companion pay. Not pleased with that. Haha. Aiko was great though. No complaints about her. Food was tasty and it was a nice atmosphere. Will come back when parking is better. read more

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The broth here doesn't disappoint! Ordered the 'silky' version which I liked! Not overly thick or heavy and the balance was just right. Photo doesn't quite do the job but all noodles are nicely covered by the broth! Dessert is nice too, strawberry shaved ice is pretty refreshing Love the cute detail that shows as you're finishing up the bowl of delicious ramen! read more

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Pretty busy at noon on weekend. The food cans out fairly quickly. A bit noisy to hear people talk 1. Signature with extra Chashu and seasoned egg 2. Signature with extra Chashu, chives and garlic 3. Karaage 4. Citrus breeze 5. Cactus kiss The soup was thick but didn't have a lot of flavor. The bamboo, meat and chives topping had more flavor than the soup. The karaage was fine. The drinks were okay. Not something to get again. Overall 3.5 read more

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This place specializes in a thick type of broth ramen. However there are thickness broth levels you can choose from if you don't like the thick one. The signature is the normal thickness for this type but the "silky" is thinner and more like standard ramen. For my first time dining, the server recommended us to get the signature and I got the Spicy Kotteri Ramen. It is very flavorful. I got medium spicy and it is perfect for my pallet. Not super spicy but a good amount. You can still taste all flavors. Our server is so knowledgeable about their menu. He explained well and was fun to talk to. Good service. Food came out promptly. The interior is really nice. Huge! There is a lot of wood. The lighting is in a wave shape and is cool. The place is very clean. Price is average but can be high if you get deluxe combos with extra toppings. read more

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Second time coming here and I personally like it better than many of the other ramen choices available in Little Tokyo. During my first visit I tried their ramen with Kaarage. The ramen was tasty as it features a unique, rich, thick and savory broth. During my most recent visit I tried their ramen beef stew (with cheese breadsticks) and the Spam Katsu Bomb. The beef stew was very flavorful with beef that essentially melts in your mouth. The spam katsu bomb provided a nice fried salty compliment to the stew. Regarding the service, it was very attentive. During my most recent visit both Allison and Aiko were very helpful in making food recommendations and efficient in serving the food. read more

Nice and creamy thick broth! Aiko with the best service! The restaurant was packed on a Sunday at 12pm! read more

Tenkaippin - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

First time trying TENKAIPPIN LA and it definitely lived up to the hype! My friend and I both ordered Combo B. I got the Chashudon and my friend chose the Salmon Avocado Roll. The Chashudon was flavorful, and very satisfying, while the Salmon Avocado was fresh and paired perfectly with the meal. The highlight was definitely the famous Kotteri Ramen. The broth is incredibly rich, thick, and creamy, with a deep chicken flavor that's unlike the tonkotsu ramen you find at most places. It coats the noodles perfectly and delivers a comforting, almost addictive umami flavor in every bite. Despite being so rich, it wasn't greasy or overwhelming. Service was friendly, food came out quickly, and the restaurant had a welcoming atmosphere. You can tell why TENKAIPPIN has such a loyal following in Japan. If you're a fan of rich ramen broths, the Kotteri Ramen is a must-try. read more

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This is a review for the Tenkaippin in Japan town in LA. We wanted to go to the one in Honolulu but it closed down, so was happy to see there was one here. Was hungry and looking forward to having some ramen and soup after a Dodgers game. This was a big disappointment. Soup is more like a sauce or gravy. Not what I was expecting. Service was good. We and another table were the only customers there. Maybe it is because it was late at night, and on a Monday. There are a lot of tables and probably filled on busier nights. Note: The location in Hawaii closed down. I do not recommend this place if you are looking for a soup base. read more

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Gonna start off with an aside. My boyfriend is super excited that this franchise is coming all the way from Japan to the US. When he was studying abroad in Japan, as a non rice eater, he became so constipated that he didn't release for like a month and eating Tenakippin in Japan made him unleash a month's worth of bowels back up. So it saved his life technically and he holds it fondly in his heart. Will definitely come back here with him so he can see if it compares with what he had in Japan. It's really fancy looking on the inside. Looks like one of those nicer restaurants attached to hotels or something. Lots of seating and tables. There's also merchandise that you can purchase too. The chicken is pretty cute. It's opened until 2 AM on certain nights because of the bar, which is nice. I'll keep this in mind if I'm ever hungry and barely hanging onto life after an event in LA or a concert. Service is super friendly and attentive. Got my water immediately and was checked up on multiple times. I got the Signature Kotteri. You just have to get the classics sometime to gauge what a place is known for. The signature is a 3/5 kotteri level and comes with simple toppings of bamboo shoots, 1 slice of shashu (a bit large, but thinly sliced), and green onions. This emphasizes the rich thickness of the broth and even though the bowl isn't ginormous like other ramen places, the heaviness of the broth really did fill me up. I also got a side of seasoned soft boiled egg, you always need this with ramen. This was normal and I also got the crispy onigiri which was recommended to pour some of the kotteri on top of. I liked the crisp edges but even after dousing it with the kotteri (maybe since I had this at the end of my meal), it was a bit bland. I'd skip this next time and try some of their other recommended toppings that go with the kotteri. Now back to my ramen. Noodles are thin with a slight chewy texture to them, making you chew the noodles and absorb the flavor of the kotteri much more. It is thick and when you move the spoon through it, you can see how heavy it is. It's a chicken based ramen, which is a bit rare than the pork counterparts. Doesn't taste overly "chicken-y" if that makes any sense and I did enjoy it. I'm usually ugh if a place only gives one slice of chashu, but it was decently sized one, sliced thin, a bit chewy and went great with the thick broth. I was full after my meal. And I was even given a free soup spoon after. Thank you so much for the neat surprise! I definitely want to go try the super kotteri broth where the spoon stands on the soup, but I have to do this with my boyfriend since I fear how heavy it's going to be for a solo eater. Will be back! read more

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Ramen is so good, and food quality is good. The salmon avocado bowl and mango shaved ice were my least favorite, but other than that, everything is pretty good! Service is excellent. Each time I've gone, the staff are always attentive. Place is clean and ambiance is nice. Definitely one of my fav ramen places in LA. read more

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First of all, the decor, ambience, and overall friendly service stands out at Tenkaippin, one of the newest ramen joints in Little Tokyo. This Kyoto-born Ramen chain is famous for its thick (and ultra-thick!) gravy-like chicken-based ramen broth called "Kotteri". It's interesting because I am used to either Tonkotsu (pork-based broth) or clear/clear yuzu broth (chicken-based broth), so to have a dense broth that is chicken is certainly intriguing. There are three level of thickness, from the light Silky (pretty similar to your typical tonkotsu broth), Signature (the normal level), and MAX (so thick it's pretty much gravy like). We all ordered the Kotteri Signature Ramen, and I also ordered a small two piece Chicken Karaage. In regards to the thickness, I would say it's similar, but slightly less thick then Tsujita's Dipping Noodle's Tsukemen broth (pork based.) While there is quite a bit of taste, surprisingly the taste is a bit one-note. There's not a lot of distinction between the flavor of the noodle, the Kotteri broth, the green onion garnishes, or the Chashu. The Chashu itself are very thin and to mild with its seasoning, not contributing much to the overall taste. Instead of a variety of different complimentary flavors working together, the Kotteri Ramen is more like the uniformed taste of a smoothie. Pretty good, but blended together. And I could also have a bit more kick in the overall seasoning department. It's just a bit polite. The Chicken Karaage is good, and fairly typical without going too greasy as some places may have them. It can, however, also use a bit more of a kick in its seasoning. Overall, it's a good place for Ramen if you want to try an alternative to the classic Tonkotsu pork-based ramens around Little Tokyo and greater Los Angeles. read more

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We were looking for a place that was still open after our event at Walt Disney Hall and this place was walking distance to our hotel too! As soon as we walked in we were greeted and able to sit wherever we liked. I opted for the medium spicy version ramen. Definately not like any other ramens ive tasted. It was full of flaver and a hearty broth. Later we were told it has not been open very long. I can see this place getting busy real quick once the word is out. read more

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Happened upon Tenkaippin after catching a play nearby. Their hours are amazing for a late night bite post arts district crawl or bar hopping nearby. Service was a bit of a mixed bag - though maybe we caught someone at the end of their shift. Our actual server was great though! Got the signature ramen while my gf got the silk and the seasoned egg (which we split haha). They're not joking when they say their broth is thicc haha - not tsukemen thick but def up there! Price wasn't too bad either but the broth just wasn't for me! The slices of chashu were thin which was concerning at first but actually was kind of nice. Interior was really nice and modern and the Einstein mural in the back was cool! Solid late night option! read more

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We visited Tenkaippin with my teen during one of their grand opening nights (12/13), and that first experience was genuinely impressive. The ramen stood out right away because of their signature Kotteri sauce, a rich, gravy-like broth that was deeply flavorful and a nice change from our usual shoyu and tonkotsu. We also ordered the karaage and onigiri (which I dipped into the Kotteri sauce), and everything worked really well together. Surprisingly, for a ramen shop, the fries were excellent. My teen is picky about fries and even commented that these were better than what you'd get at some popular chains. Based on this visit alone, this easily felt like a 5-star experience. About a week later, we were in the area running errands near the Budokan, and my teen specifically asked to come back and with his older brother and my wife in tow. Service was still solid and consistent with the first visit, but unfortunately, the food didn't quite hold up this time. The Kotteri sauce lacked the depth it had before and felt noticeably more watery. The chashu wasn't tender; it was actually quite tough. The onigiri also seemed off - less flavorful, with rice that tasted like it wasn't fresh. That inconsistency was disappointing. We genuinely thought this place was going to become our go-to local ramen spot, but the difference in quality in such a short span of time made it hard to justify that. Because of that uneven experience, I'm landing at 3 stars. There's definitely potential here, and we know they can do it right; but consistency will be key. read more

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Plenty of seats - worked great for our big party (15) Pretty good, definitely a different broth. Very rich and savory. Great service and a good place, new here in J-town read more

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A solid ramen spot in Little Tokyo! I visited during the soft opening, and there were quite a few people. The interior was absolutely gorgeous, with plenty of seating and lots of wood furniture. An employee let us know that the ceiling light was supposed to pay homage to a river in Japan. The service was solid. I was intrigued when I heard that this place's specialty was its rich, thick chicken broth. I got the signature Kotteri ramen, which came with chewy slices of meat and an extremely thick soup. I'm not sure if it was my taste, but I'm positive a lot of people would really enjoy this unique gravy-like broth. It was just too heavy for my personal preferences. The kaarage was delicious, paired with a citrusy lemon aioli. Our waiter recommended a mentaiko onigiri to cut through the heaviness of the ramen, and it was so good. The rice was perfectly crispy, and the mentaiko topping added a nice seafood flavor. We also got free drinks - the yuzu margarita and citrus breeze were both refreshing and a great addition to our meal! read more

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Five stars for the best ramen and fried chicken I've had in Los Angeles. The chicken karaage was the best I've had anywhere. Beyond the tempting menu, the service is excellent and the space is comfortable and inviting. I truly enjoyed my first lunch visit and will definitely be back. The restaurant is conveniently located in the heart of LA's Little Tokyo and sets a new standard for nearby options. Tenkaippin is worth visiting and revisiting. read more

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Good new addition to 1st St in Little Tokyo. It's very spacious with plenty of seating and looks more upscale than its neighbors. I never had kotteri ramen before so I didn't really know what to expect going in. I went with the server's recommendation to get the signature kotteri and my boyfriend got the maxi. I tried the broth in both for comparison, and texture wise, I didn't think the maxi was that much thicker. In other words, the signature is still pretty thick despite being a 3/5 on the kotteri scale. If I could describe the texture, it reminded me of the thick consistency that's used for tsukemen sauce, but more chicken-flavored. I didn't get any extra toppings to go with the signature, but if I were to get this again, I absolutely would. I felt that the broth was a little too strong that it needed other ingredients to balance out the flavors. It only came with two thinly sliced chashu and only a few bamboo shoots. I would probably add more noodles just to distribute the sauce more. Toward the end, a lot of the heavier ingredients that sink to the bottom clung to the noodles which made the flavor too salty. Criticism aside, I did like the bouncy texture of the ramen noodles and the sliced chashu. Also tried the chicken gyoza, which was the only flavor they had. I thought this was alright. It wasn't really pan fried for long because it had more of that skin texture you get from boiling or steaming. I'd definitely return but I wasn't wowed to make me want to rush back soon. read more

Tenkaippin - Max kotteri (left) and signature kotteri (right) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I came across this new ramen spot in Little Tokyo, conveniently located near several other popular restaurants, and decided to give it a try. If you enjoy rich, thick ramen broths, this place is definitely worth checking out. I ordered the signature ramen at a 3/5 thickness level, and the broth was still quite thick. I enjoyed the flavor and didn't find it overwhelming or tiring after a few bites. However, I wasn't too big of a fan of the gritty texture. The broth tasted very hearty and nourishing, with the chicken flavor coming through clearly. I do wish there were options to choose the noodle type or size, as the noodles leaned on the thinner side. We also ordered the chicken karaage, which ended up being the standout of the meal. The chicken was incredibly tender on the inside and perfectly crispy on the outside. You can choose a dipping sauce, and we went with the yuzu, which complemented the karaage really well. The service was good, as there was not that many people. Since it was our first visit, the staff was friendly and happy to answer our questions.. The interior had a great ambiance: modern, stylish, and beautifully designed. This style of ramen is definitely on the heavier side and may not be for everyone, but I would come back if I was craving something comforting. read more

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This place officially opened yesterday 12/8, and while you can tell the staff are still trying to get a feel of things, that did not take away from the service at all. If anything it added to it because they were checking on us even more. Everyone was super friendly and attentive to use, making sure we were fine, refilling our waters. We came around 11:30, and there were a few people in the restaurant then. By 12:30, it was packed. My friends got the silky ramen, which is more the traditional ramen you're probably used to, but I wanted to try their signature ramen. The consistency of the signature ramen is like gravy, as described by the server. The noodles were on the thinner side. It's served with pork. They have a menu with add ons. I chose extra noodles, which is enough for another meal. I also got a mocktail, the pink one with Cactus in the name, I'm so sorry I can't remember, but it was delicious! Super light and refreshing. The perfect drink on a hot day. My other friend opted for the chicken karaage which she loved. The chicken was tasty, juicy, and tender. They gave her dipping sauces. The only downfall would be the parking. They don't have their own lot, so you either pay at a lot or find a meter. All of us agreed we'd come out to try the other types. We were told the vegan ramen is delicious, and we all love spicy, so I think we also want to try that as well. read more

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Went to the soft opening a couple weeks ago and I did not expect this was a specialized thick broth ramen spot. If you like a denser broth that's got the consistency of cream, then this is for you. I didn't go to crazy since this was my first time eating a thick broth ramen, so I just stuck with their signature which was a reasonable amount of thickness. Apparently they make an even thicker broth, so if you're adventurous, give it a shot. Honestly, for me though, The signature broth was good enough for me. I don't know if I'd like to experience that again, but I did clean out my bowl which may say differently. The service was quite tentative which is nice and they were very accommodating with answering any questions we had about the food since this type of ramen isn't so common. There were a lot of toppings you can add on for a bit of a premium price, but if you're particular and really want your ramen a certain way, they got you; no problem. The thick broth may not be everyone's cup of tea, but it's worth experiencing once at least. Oh, and they serve Japanese beer to help you wash it down if you want! read more

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This was comforting but the broth was a little too viscous for my preferred ramen texture. It didn't give me the chicken ick so I count that as a win, and service was incredibly fast. There are other spots I would go to for ramen at this price point, though. read more

Tenkaippin - kotteri signature - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Extremely impressed with the portion size and creamy chicken/veggie broth. Definitely worth every dollar. Vibes were cozy and staff were very attentive and polite making excellent recommendations. Will be coming back! read more

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I had the chance to preview Tenkaippin before their official opening in Little Tokyo, and this ramen experience is truly one of a kind. Their signature kotteri ramen is unlike anything I've had in LA, the broth is rich, ultra-thick, and made from chicken and vegetables, not pork. It's almost like a velvety potage that coats every noodle perfectly. They even serve it with toasted baguette with parmesan so you can scoop up every bit of that incredible broth. It was honestly next-level. I also tried the onigiri, which were fresh, comforting, and complemented the ramen perfectly. The space is beautifully designed, warm, and modern, a perfect blend of Kyoto roots and LA energy. You can instantly tell this brand has decades of history behind it. Tenkaippin is going to be the new ramen destination in DTLA, and I already can't wait to come back once they officially open. Little Tokyo is getting something very special. Highly recommend read more

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