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

Another ramen from Japan came to US and straight to Little Tokyo. Good addition to the ramen options in LA. Love the nice cozy large modern dining room. Hard to find in the crowded little Tokyo. Service was fast and still learning during this soft opening. Kotteri style is thick broth style, more like gravy. Very tasty. My wife loves the vegan version, especially the ingredients chosen. The broth is slightly on the salty side. We enjoy all the ramen and onigiri. One downside with current system is the ala carte on lots of the toppings. It becomes super expensive ramen. Especially with Max style. 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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Tenkaippin is an excellent addition to the ramen scene in LA. I used to frequent the one in Honolulu back in the day and this tastes just like what I remember! We ordered the signature kotteri. The broth was extra creamy and savory with lovely notes of chicken collagen. It is a hearty and rich bowl that will leave you very satisfied. Service was attentive and friendly. The dining space is decorated beautifully and really spacious. read more

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

I visited the newly opened Tenkaippin in Los Angeles on their soft opening day and wanted to share a quick review. The restaurant has a really spacious interior, plenty of seating, a bar counter, and an open kitchen, which is great. There were lots of servers around, and the staff member who took my order was really polite. I ordered their signature kotteri ramen since they didn't have the kotteri max or other varieties yet. Even the signature ramen was super rich and flavorful, with a strong bonito broth. They don't offer extra noodles or rice yet, but I hope they add those options soon because I love having rice with my ramen. The price was $19.50, which is pretty standard for ramen here, and I think it's worth it for the taste that's just like the Tenkaippin I remember from Japan. It brought back a lot of nostalgic memories from high school. The only downside was that I ordered a fried onigiri that never arrived, but since it was a soft opening, I think they're just working out the kinks. Overall, I'm really happy and hope they succeed here in LA's Little Tokyo. I'll definitely be back! read more

Tenkaippin - Bar counter - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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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 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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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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Some of the yummiest ramen to come to LA! I'd definitely recommend the signature ramen (broth flow is just right) with added garlic kicker. That hit the spot right there! The service was too kind and gave us a little gift for my baby I brought in with me. And they were very attentive. I also really enjoyed the feel of the restaurant overall, very spacious and comfortable. I'd definitely recommend this spot rain or shine! read more

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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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This ramen spot specializes in thicker broths but they also have normal broths as options. We came here on a weekday on the early side and were seated immediately; the restaurant is huge with plenty of space. Ramen noodles were super firm which is great for my own preference! We got a combo that came with rice and an appetizer which I was skeptical of wanting rice in addition to noodles, but it ended up working well eating rice with the thicker ramen broth. It def was on a salty side, and we drank a lot of water, but most ramen places are salty so you know what you're getting into! read more

Food was amazing! Our server Allison was so sweet, attentive and knowledgeable! Chris the bartender made great drinks read more

Tenkaippin - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I don't even remember how this place got on my radar, but my office is not too far from Little Tokyo but just enough outside that I'd most likely not have found it myself, but I'm glad I did. First off, I love the design style and ambiance of the place and that actually adds to the overall experience of a place. The staff was crazy pleasant and inviting and answered all the questions from this Haku-jin! The main draw for me was the ultra thick broth; When I make ramen myself, I prefer it less soupy and more hearty, so this was must to try for myself and it was a home run! Everything was presented well and you could tell everything was also freshly prepared, but as some mentioned the flavor palette, while tasty, was also kinda one note. I could've used some more spice. All-in-all, I'm looking forward to introducing more co-workers to this place and getting back here myself. read more

Aiko was amazing! She truly cares about the guest experience! She's super knowledgeable about the menu too! A valuable worker to have! And the restaurant is extremely clean! Very comfortable and relaxing. The ramen is amazing!!!!!!!! The best I had in a long time. They definitely help you out with choices if you have any questions read more

Very good experience. Unique ramen broth. Aiko was a good waitress. Very nice and clean inside

My bf and I saw this place go viral on social media and it became one of the many places we wanted to try out. Being foodies in a L.A is a great thing! We went for the Spicy Chicken Kotteri Ramen they were out of the chicken itself but we still gave it a try without any chicken (meat). We had a little confusion on my order because I didn't specify that we have an allergy to pork so they assumed it was ok to replace the chicken option to pork. It was my fault for not mentioning it and assuming they wouldn't replace the chicken. It was resolved quickly and nicely. I respect and appreciate them for that. The famous Karaage was so crispy and paired well with the aioli. I also loved the Creamy Egg Potato Salad! Ambiance had a Tokyo modern convenience touch to it. The tables are large enough to share with 1-2 other group of people dining in. They have a cool bar area (I didn't get a pic of). The servers were all so very nice and knowledgeable. On our way out we were gifted small cute ramen bowls. 8/10 Experience read more

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This was recommended to us by a friend . It was very good . I started with the ikura nachos what a tasty combination of flavors . Crunch salty spicy fresh I should have had 2 of these and called it a day . Of course my picture didn't turn out ... Then came the ramen we ordered the signature with some add ons egg and onigiri . Man was that fabulous ! I was so stuffed . The broth noodles every thing perfect . We had the black Sapporo too that was good we haven't had this before . My husband had the salmon onigiri he said it was very fresh . I like how that rice is fried nice crunch when you dip it in your ramen . The service was good too . Friendly staff. Our server poured our beer into the glasses as it should be done . The place was very clean . The bathroom as super clean too... read more

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I want to apologize before say something mean, but the food taste terrible. Out of all 4-5 items that we ordered, only the shishito tastes the best. Your main dish cant be worse than the appetizer. Please, don't explain about koteri thick broth ramen, because I know a good koteri ramen and here doesn't taste good at all. I don't really want to write that much here, but if you need some pointers you can contact me and I'll do it for free. I want your restaurant to be successful. I would love to meet the owner of this restaurant. Yumi M if you're around, I don't mind to give you some pointers. Thank you. read more

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Delicious ramen! The broth is very flavorful and the noodles have good texture. Gyoza is also tasty. read more

Tenkaippin - Combo C- ramen and gyoza - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I tried this place for the first time tonight, and let me just say, wow... this place was good!!! The noodles were perfect chewy texture and the broth was nice and flavorful. I ordered a spicy "hot" ramen and it wasn't too spicy, but they give you extra spice on the side if you want to add more. The waiter was also very kind and attentive. Our group was impressed and I'll be sure to come back again. read more

Tenkaippin - Spicy hot ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The ambiance was immaculate. Service was perfect, not overbearing at all. The location is super convenient, only being a brief walk from the metro station. The food was so thoughtful and balanced, I would come here over and over again! read more

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I had to try out Tenkaippin after seeing several Instagram posts on this restaurant. They have ample table seating and a full bar. I asked our friendly server about what were popular dishes being ordered. I went with the special ramen which included two cheese bread toasts and a medium broth (not the thickest broth). In addition, we ordered some chicken karaage for the table with yuzu and spicy mayo sauces. The chicken was crispy and sauces flavorful. The ramen was delicious, light and flavorful. As compared with other restaurants' tonkotsu (pork-based) soup, this one was thick but not fatty. The ramen was cooked al dente. They have the friendliest servers here. Overall, a great experience and I'll be back to try other menu options. While there are many ramen options in Little Tokyo, this one is different and feels light and healthy. The meal averaged to $35 per person with tip and tax. read more

Tenkaippin - Chicken Karaage - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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It's delicious - let's start there. I'm less keen on the needing to "add the fixings" to get the experience you want. Like base Model bare bones price and toppings being charged 2-4 dollars extra. Their thick broth is so rich and delicious it's almost reminiscent of curry. I think that broth is so unique and well Made I can get behind that. Their service is quite good and very communicative. I also want to add it feels like they have a ton of bar food style options or drink and snack vibe food - so it' feels very community available and unpretentious. I'm down to try it again just feels like in Little Tokyo that has so many options where there is overlap, there's some good competition for the price point and quality. read more

Perfect place to hit after going to the Geffen down the street. It's nestled right in the hub of Little Tokyo and offers such a unique ramen experiences by serving it Kyoto style. The broth varies in thickness. I ended up getting the Spicy Ramen and the broth was a bit thicker than how I normally had it and I honestly liked it more than the watery broth. Love this place and can't wait to visit again. read more

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This place is nice and clean, with plenty of workers, and the service was friendly and efficient. The noodles were good--nice and chewy, similar to many other ramen spots. The main difference here is the broth. They use a chicken-based broth instead of pork, which made it lighter, but honestly I didn't taste much chicken flavor. To me, it mostly tasted salty with a creamy texture rather than having a rich depth. Overall, it wasn't bad, just not really my style. I'd say it's okay, but probably not a place I'd come back to. read more

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The most thick, rich, and umami ramen broth i've had!! I'd also gate keep that recipe tbh. But also it doesn't leave you feeling gross plus nice clean n lean chashu meat. Dip everything in the broth !! Especially the karaage. The yuzu aioli is also fire. For drinks, highly recommend the matcha sour. read more

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

The staff were very kind and you can tell the attention to detail with their menu items. We got the lychee cocktail and it paired well with the broth! The broth was very thick and was so good, as this is my second time trying chicken ramen! My favorite appetizer was the tempura asparagus! In a great area and it reminds me so much of Japan!! The restaurant is very spacious with a lot of seating. Theres also a space to put your bags under the seat. We parked in a parking lot walking distance and it was $1 an hour for the first two read more

Tenkaippin - Chicken ramen, creamy egg potato salad, asparagus tempura - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I checked out this spot in little tokyo and had a really solid ramen experience. I went with their signature ramen and the broth was thick, rich, and super tasty. it is definitely heavier than your average ramen, which I liked. service was excellent and the staff was friendly and attentive. I didn't have to wait at all, which was a nice bonus. I also ordered a japanese seltzer drink and it was refreshing and paired well with the meal. it is on the pricier side for ramen. parking was a bit of a downside and mostly street parking or nearby lots with validation, which can be a little inconvenient. overall still a great option if you're in the mood for rich, flavorful ramen. read more

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

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We had a great experience coming here after Anime Expo. We had the ramen (added corn and spinach and had the light version) as well as the edamame and gyoza. The sauce for the gyoza was really tasty - rich and flavorful. The server was polite and very good with checking in. It was quick to get after ordering. And the bathrooms were very clean. That is a nice bonus and not something I take for granted. Thanks! We will be back! read more

"The broth is for eating, not drinking." Seating features both large open tables for groups and wall facing seats to focus on your bowl of ramen. Staff is both attentive (service is not rushed) and informative. The signature ramen itself is already thick with a strong chicken bone broth and vegetable flavor. The gyoza is browned on the bottom with a tender, juicy filing. Drinks on the menu were unique, innovative, and flavorful. read more

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Personally, I love Tsukemen so I thought Kotteri max would be similar to Tsukemen but it was not. It was rich and thick in a different way. I actually enjoyed mentaiko crispy onigiri more than ramen tbh. Ramen itself was not bad but it was not what I thought. Service was good and ambience was nice. read more

Tenkaippin - Mentaiko crispy onigiri - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Friendly staff! I arrived a little late but they still sat us and got our order out pretty fast. The ramen we got had a very thick soup, which they are known for. If you want to try a different ramen experience, highly recommend. It was a bit salty but the friendly staff really sold us. read more

Tenkaippin - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Wow Little Tokyo has another great restaurant! I went to soft opening and enjoyed a bowl of the spicy ramen and a rice cake? This place has ramen made with a chicken base instead of the usual pork and I thought it was the best ramen broth I've ever had. Standard bowl comes with bamboo, chicken or pork slices but you can add on other options. I thought having it as served was perfect. Super large portion so I ended up only eating half. Soup has a ton of saffron leaves in it which I loved. Service is also good here, wait staff explained their menu and even tell you how to eat the rice patty with soup( no dunking). The restaurant is also gorgeous and new on the inside. Ambiance is a 10/10. Go check it out. read more

Tenkaippin - Spicy ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Service was fast, friendly, and super attentive our entire time. I loved the Kotteri style soup, a thick rich broth perfect for the cool winter weather. We also tried the karaage chicken and salmon onigiri which served as perfect appetizers for our meal. I left the restaurant full and happy - the only downside is the price. Since they are soft opening I don't expect the pricing to be cheap by any means, but it was on the higher end compared to other local ramen shops in little Tokyo. Otherwise, excellent restaurant and would recommend this sleek ramen shop to others! read more

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Soft opening is most people don't really want to go to, well you should but don't expect too much. Remember they are still new. Their place is bright and clean and very welcoming. This place among the rare ones, soft opening and they already nail it. Great service and you can tell some waiters still getting used to it but some already a pro at it. Food wise it's preferential if it's ramen, not all will like same flavor, even worst with richness. Well I love Kotteri and of course I pick their max version. Wife gets the premium and still think it's too rich for her taste. So if you like clear broths get the least rich which is silky. Noodles I like, soft boiled egg is cooked to perfection and adding the Kotteri soup the egg even more tasty Give them a try and let me know which one you like. Karage is also a must have and their onigiri wow so tasty and different then what we used to. Try them and try them all. You won't be disappointed or worst end up with extra soups to take home and you can dilute with water to have more ramen Good luck Tenkaippin, we love your foods. read more

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Its a super thick 鶏ガラスープ chicken stock. Not sure how they made it thick as I've tried to build down the stock but never turned to this. Maybe a certain starch or collagen? Very different for sure. But pretty good. At the bottom of the bowl they have some chicken meat fibers. For me this was a little too salty. Ill probably try the less salty next time. こってりdoesnt mean salty...it means thick, rich, or heavy, so I felt it is but also salty. I think I came at the grand opening. Good to know. The floor has open tables. Big ones. You share tables with other people unless you have a party of 8. There are counters too. A full bar. It wasn't very crowded, but again, I did come at like 5pm on Jan 1st, New Years. Ambiance is ok. Felt like a Dining hall. We got the original signature at $20x4. Couldn't put my self to get the signature super big at $35. My kids like it but couldn't finish it. I took the 1 star off because I think they should make a kids size [and it was salty]. Overall pretty good. Maybe check salinity with the refractometer if the salt is correct as I havent tasted this salty in a while. Kotteri means thick, not salty, but maybe its just me. Thank you to the host for explaining the menu and the food for first timers. That was nice. read more

Tenkaippin - Soup thickness. - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Very clean establishment!!! Great service !!! The ramen is very unique... nice and thick but most above ... DELICIOUS!!!! Def a great alternative to Daiko next door read more

Before walking in I thought.. another ramen spot in Little Tokyo? But I soon found out that this spot was in a league of its own. It's easy to see why on their bowls it calls kotteri, the soul food of Japan. The dining area was spacious with bar style seating along the walls and long tables functioning the same way. There's a full bar in the back, which means catching a quick drink here would be easy also. Now on to the food. I ordered the Signature bowl and my girl got the Silky. Silky is basically the same as signature, but not as thick. There is another tier higher which is the thickest one they offer. The flavor of the broth was amazing in its richness. Now, it was kind of the consistency of gravy so I don't know if I would get this super frequently because it was so rich and thick, but damn.. it was good. The chashu was the best tasting that I've had, but the bowls come with 2 extremely thin slices. That was the only let down. I have shabu meat in my freezer thicker. Aside from that, it was fantastic. So was the service. Very courteous and eager, even if they are still trying to figure everything out with the soft opening. We also had the onigiri crispy rice, specially salmon and roe. Both were good. It was a lot of crispy rice, when I've been used to spicy tuna crispy rice at certain sushi restaurants, but fried well and even..with a nice crunch. Oh, just remembered... it was pretty hot inside. I run hot, so it was a little uncomfortable for me. But.... I'd recommend coming here for a different ramen experience when you want something richer and heavier nonetheless. read more

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