TSUKE Artisan Noodle

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Emelin V.

Service: 10/10 always so nice Food: Can be a 10/10 or a 7/10, Ive gone a couple of times and the dish I get, tantanmen can be good or delicious definitely recommend!

Cady N.

I've visited the Pasadena location of TSUKE twice, once getting the Deluxe Tsukemen and the other time getting the Ajitama Tsukemen. The noodles are delicious and chewy, eggs are perfectly soft boiled, really no complaints with the cold side of things. The broth flavor is great but both times it's come out cold, which was a bit surprising to me. I could be totally wrong, but other tsukemen spots I've been to -- the San Gabriel location of TSUKE and Tsujita on Sawtelle -- serves it hot/warm. Not sure if the Pasadena location does things differently, or if I'm misinformed on what temperature Tsukemen broth should be, but cold broth is just kind of a bummer for me. Service is great otherwise and I love the corner booth seating.

Alejandro F.

Let's start the month off strong by giving a huge shoutout to Katsuki, he was an attentive, helpful and kind server that made the whole transaction a breeze. I went in quickly just for some karaage (japanese-style fried chicken) to go, and it honestly was totally worth it. I've gone to this location several times over my 4+ years here in Pasadena, and it is always 10/10.

Nik J.

I've been to Tsuke when they were part of Tsujita and I can say nothing much has changed. Nothing wrong with this place, everything was very tasty and arrived fast. Service was good. Just nothing WOWed me, but sometimes you just need to be satisfied. I really liked that they had the Jiro noodle option. I wanted the thick noodles of tsukemen but was too lazy for tsukemen, lol. So this definitely hit the spot. Super garlicky too. The pork was suuuuper fatty. Chicken karaage only comes with 4 big pieces so just be aware if you are ordering it as something to share. It's got somewhat of a sweet and savory flavor, almost like gojuchang. I don't think I'd order it again, though. Parking is across the street at the Schoolhouse garage, or you can try to find metered street parking around the area. It's also connected to a Sunright but they don't have the full Sunright menu.

Melina Mae C.

Broth was super rich! Only note I'd have is that I'd love a lil more noodles, but the portions were fair. I'd rank this in my top 5 LA ramen spots as a SoCal girlie. :') LOVED the karaage; it was the perfect crispy-ness. And the sauce over the chicken/rice was delicious. We had the deluxe tonkotsu and chicken karaage bowl. I'd definitely recommend both! Next time, I'll try the tsukemen! :)

Emily S.

one of the most slept on ramen spots in the area. ramen isn't a typical meal in my rotation but a few coworkers wanted to get something to eat after work so we all settled on tsuke. the ramen was quite good to my surprise. i prefer the jiro ramen because it has thicker, chewier noodles. but the tonkotsu was rich and hearty on its own. it's not pictured, but order the chicken karage! they give you a good portion and the chicken is so nicely battered and sauced. just add a squeeze of lime on top and you're solid

Elizabeth P.

I came here for lunch and was pleased with the food and the amount of food. I think, next time, I will just get either the one with only egg or only meat because it was a big meal! I would definitely come again!

Justin A.

Something about rainy days in LA makes ramen taste even better and this is the perfect spot. Tsuke is known for their tsukemen style ramen, where the noodles and broth are served separately and you dip each bite into this insanely rich and flavorful broth. They're known for simmering the broth for 12 hours and you can taste the depth with every dip. Ordered the tsukemen as well as the Jiro style ramen. Both were insanely good, and the broth for both were amazing. The noodles have that perfect chewy bite and the chashu pork is so tender and flavorful. All the toppings and ingredients feel thoughtful and you can tell it's high quality. The space is simple and cozy, and service was friendly and quick. Also their handmade gyozas were incredible. Easily one of those spots you come back to whenever a ramen craving hits.

Nadeen T.

I was craving a hot bowl of noodles loaded with protein and was floored by their deluxe tsukemen! There was a nice layer of tasty slices of pork, covering perfectly chewy noodles wrapped in a thicker, gravy broth. It was so rich and decadent! Perfect eggs lined the side with a sheet of nori and a generous sprinkle of diced, crumbly pork on top! I also ordered a side of karaage, also delicious, hot and juicy! After this meal, all I could do was lay down on the couch and watch Housewives!

Ashley T.

Hmm. It's not great but it's not bad. Parking: there's a public parking structure right across the street, $1 for 2 hours with a $12 maximum. Ambiance: tight, but they played a lot kpop bangers so kudos Service: tall guy, ehhhhh, shorter lady, super sweet Honestly, everything was just okay. Nothing stood out, nothing was terrible. We arrived around 8:15 and waited about 15 minutes even with the Yelp waitlist option. They ran out of eggs and gyoza. And no chili powder (shichimi togarashi), but this jar of paste that smelled fermented but was indeed spicy. Will I return? No. Bonus though: they're attached to a Sunright but you have to order before 9:15pm

They call it artisan. It barely filled us. Look at this palm sized bowl of ramen for a kid.

Ashley N.

I'm ashamed. I fell for their marketing on Instagram because whoever made that reel made the food look AMAZING. Service - Server already looked overwhelmed when we asked to sit at a smaller table with our toddler. It was kind of a big deal for some weird reason that we preferred to sit in a smaller booth? Already showed inflexibility with a simple request. -1 star Chashu Incident - After 10 minutes of waiting for our server to come back to our table to take our orders, we're sadly informed that it would be a 30 minute wait for them to make more chashu. The entire menu almost consists of chashu for its dishes. Had we known, we could have gone to Ramen Tatsunoya or Hiro Nori. -1 star Gyoza - Gyoza was burnt and falling apart. We also had one small dish of dumpling sauce that would barely allow for us to eat the 5 unraveling Gyoza with. When we asked the server for more, she kindly told us the owner only allows that tiny dish per order. That's a hell no for me. You don't get to make me wait 30 minutes, give poor service, burn the gyoza AND give one tiny dish of dumpling sauce. Welp, I went and read the owners responses to the other bad reviews and he clearly doesn't care and probably wouldn't care about customer service or food quality because... (-1 star) Ramen - The ramen is like ramen you would make on a stove at home, drained, and then put in a fridge. Toss some dry chashu on there (after waiting 30 minutes for it to cook) and there you have it. Oh and don't forget a sliver of random lime and slap on that good ol' "Artisan" label just for old town Pasadena's sake. -1 star Will not be returning or referring. Will 100% be deterring. I should've never cheated on Ramen Tatsunoya down the street or Sato House. Tipping option is a minimum of 18% (which clearly wasn't earned at our table) so that also felt like robbery on top of the poor experience.

Hannah L.

Standout service from start to finish. We came in with our baby, and our server was so thoughtful, bringing a small plastic bowl and cutlery for her without us even asking. It made the experience feel welcoming and easy. The only downside was that I was really looking forward to pairing lunch with a Sunright beverage, but unfortunately their Sunright barista had called off that day, so the specialty drink menu wasn't available. A bit of a bummer. Now for the food. The noodle texture was perfection, bouncy, chewy, with enough body for the saucy, gravy like broth to really cling to. The dipping broth itself was rich and deeply umami forward, with chunks of meat that added even more depth of flavor. I appreciated the lemon wedge on the side, it was such a nice touch to brighten up the richness of the dip. My only critique would be the chashu cuts, which were a bit irregular. Some slices were quite thick while others were thin, so the texture wasn't completely consistent. Portions are huge. We ordered the large to share between two people, but honestly, the regular probably would have been enough. The house made gyoza were also a hit. They were generously filled, and you could tell they weren't skimpy on the stuffing, which I always appreciate. We also loved the raspberry kakigori. It had a snowy, fluffy, milky texture with a house made raspberry coulis that wasn't overly sweet. I especially appreciated that they offered a refill on the raspberry sauce. Definitely will be back for the kakigori alone!

Food and service was good. However, after reading reviews, I noticed that the business owner mentioned that gratuity is optional. I would have left a tip regardless, but our server said tip was automatic. After looking at my receipt, I noticed they had tipped 22%! I didn't even sign a receipt and they didn't let me look at the breakdown until after my final receipt was handed to me. That seems very suspicious if tip is optional and I am hesitant to return after this experience.

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Jill L.

2 months ago

I got the aijatama ramen and it was not great.. the ingredients seemed very low quality especially for a $20 bowl. The noodles were dry and stiff, the broth was flat/nothing special, the pig ear mushrooms were too mushy, and the serving size was tiny (again, for $20??). Also I found a hair in my bowl. Overall I would not recommend and would not come back.. read more

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Jillian S.

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Man, for all the high praise this place gets, Yelp let me down. The first issue I had was not one, but TWO hairs in our order of chicken karagge. I hardly ever send food back and this was no exception, even though with TWO hairs, we'd be within reasonable rights to do so. The plastic wrap in my food was the final straw for me. I found it because it got caught in my teeth and digging it out was horrifying to find out it was a plastic piece of thick plastic wrap. I originally thought it was a fibrous husk of some veggie. But upon closer inspection, nope. Plastic wrap. I shouldn't have been surprised. There was a semi covered/open vat of some sauce like a dressing right near the bathroom entrance that had a similar plastic covering over it. It was open enough for us to see a spoon, mostly submerged in the sauce save for maybe an inch or two from the handle's end which then made us question if they use gloves to fish that spoon out or bare hands. The bathroom was also not the best/cleanest. I appreciate an open concept kitchen but this wasn't it because it doesn't seem all that clean or organized. There is a shelf with a paper labeled, "Do not put items on this shelf". There are a lot of things this restaurant needs to improve upon. It is small and while they try, it feels dirty and cluttered. But the flavor of the food? Not the most inspiring. I ordered some tonkotsu with peanuts. The guy taking our order wore a mask and when l asked him what was in it, l had to have him repeat it because we couldn't hear him based on the ambient noise and the mask. Even he tried to pull at the mask a bit when he repeated. So we thought he said the noodles were made of peanut and sesame, not the entire broth. My husband ordered the same item with the same impression. Well the entire *broth* is made with peanuts and l would guess sesame oil. While I didn't find it awful, l wouldn't order it again. Husband said it overpowered the dish. Tasted like peanut butter. Add to this, hubby ordered a side of chashu, which was basically forgotten. Had to remind them to bring it and the young girl's attitude upon bringing it to our table was on the grumpy side and the chashu was...cold. Our ramens were already lukewarm as it was. So dumping cold chashu into a soup that *should* be piping hot but wasn't is not a great experience. I ordered our kids a kid's ramen each. They LOVE ramen but hardly ate any. I tried it to see why. It was the most bland flavor. I would have done better to have ordered them a regular adult tonkotsu but as neither my husband nor I ordered a regular tonkotsu, we aren't sure that would be any more flavorful. Either way, we live about an hour and a half away. Only ate here to go to the Unicorn Store and it was a total disappointment on food taste and cleanliness. The chicken karagge (if the hairs were NOT included) was the star of the show for us. But I also didn't appreciate it being drizzled with some (likely) soy type of glaze. I prefer it on its own and had I known it would have something drizzled on it, I would have requested it not to be. I took no pics. As this place has a lot of reviews already. But it was a big disappointment as Pasadena and the area as a whole has a lot of great food options. We won't be back. read more

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Amy T.

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Structure parking located across the street. There was already a line forming few minutes before it opened. Seated right away. Service was initially good and then lacking as time passed, it took awhile for our food to get to us after ordering. The dipping broth was uneven in temperature when it got to us. If I would come back, I would ask for the broth to be hot. The lime surprisingly really balanced all the flavors. Ambiance is causal. read more

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Amazing food as always! The server was very helpful with great suggestions based off of what I like. My entire family loves this place and we will definitely be back! read more

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Jessica T.

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I love tsukemen! When I saw that they opened a location in Pasadena, I was so excited. I had been to the one in San Gabriel, so I already knew what to expect. It's right across the DeLacey Parking structure. The place is on the smaller side, but nonetheless a great location. It was great that the service and food were on par with one another. I got the basic tsukemen. So flavorful and noodles so chewy. Also ordered a side of their karage chicken. Left stuffed full! I'm so glad to have this place in old town Pasadena. read more

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Brian D.

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I wanted to try this place due to its hype, but that's all it was. it's was a Mid noodle spot. Karaage was good dumplings just ok and pricy for only 5 Tried the tantanmen No Flavor added lots of chili to give it flavor, Deluxe ramen was decent and Jiro Ramen Was decent. All for the hefty price of 130$ which I was speechless. Food does not warrant the Price Tag 1 and done ramen spot read more

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Monique N.

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This review is for the shaved ice dessert only. And holy cannoli did they DELIVER. It is a little bit of a wait bc they make it when ordered but you will not be disappointed. The cheese topping is so drool worthy, and luckily we got the small- it was the perfect portion for us two. I can't imagine how big the large would be! I'm already planning on going back ASAP for this deliciousness. The inside of the restaurant is super modern and fresh and service was great. 10/10! read more

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Doreen T.

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We decided to visit Tsuke to see what had changed since its rebrand from Tsujita. Overall, most things feel the same, with a few new ramen options and the addition of Sunright Tea drinks. This location is in Old Pasadena, just around the corner from Tiffany's. We went on a Friday night and waited about 20 minutes outside before being seated. I ordered the Jiro ramen and the broth was rich and flavorful, the noodles had the perfect chewy texture. The flavor was great, and I especially appreciated that the broth was actually hot; lukewarm broth is one of my pet peeves. My husband was extra hungry and ordered the tsukemen along with a chashu rice bowl. We also shared a side of karaage chicken. He enjoyed both dishes but couldn't finish the tsukemen and took the rest home for another meal. Looking forward to returning when the weather warms up so we can come back with friends and share the kakigori dessert! read more

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Tsuke M.

Thanks Doreen for your honest review. It means a lot to us. Feel free…

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Olivia R.

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6 months ago

Cozy little spot in old town! Great customer service as they were very welcoming and attentive. I got the kids tsukemen which was okay! I think it needed more flavor but maybe it's bc I got the kids. The gyozas were really good though, big in size and very filling! read more

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I walked past here a couple of times and today finally came in for a late light lunch. After looking through the menu I decided to order the chicken karage bowl. It was delicious. The size is perfect for me. Just enough. The price reflected that. The service was good and the ambience is hip and easy. I will come back to check out the ramen! read more

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I’m really glad you enjoyed the chicken karaage bowl and that the…

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Charlene K.

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7 months ago

The tsukemen here is great, but my friends and I often come by even after a full dinner specifically for the Brown Sugar milk shaved ice as dessert here. Comes with generous portions of brown sugar syrup, kinako powder, and mascarpone on top a silky smooth shaved milk base. It's in Old Pasadena, so we usually park in Schoolhouse Parking and walk over. Thank you Tsuke! read more

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Steven W.

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Modern, clean and earthy decor with great service, menu is simple with ramen or a varieties of tsukemen. Great pork and fish broth with cold slippery noodles. Chashu cooked well. The karage was also a favorite, fried very well with good batter. read more

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We stopped by for lunch today. I had wanted to try this place since it had good reviews. Unfortunately, it wasn't what I was hoping for. First, the name has changed. It is now Tsuke Artisan Noodle. It's located on De Lacey, across from the parking structure; the restaurant doesn't validate. We were seated right away. They have five different tsukemen ramen (dipping ramen) and 4 regular tonkatsu ramen to choose from. If you want spicy, there is a $1 charge for it. They offer specialty ramen, appetizers, rice bowls, and desserts. They also have cocktails, sodas and Calpico. We ordered karaage, and it was pretty good. It was saucy and crispy. There were four decent-sized pieces. My bf ordered the deluxe tonkatsu, non-spicy. It comes with three pieces of seaweed, one egg, and wood ear mushrooms. I ordered spicy tonkatsu, which includes one piece of seaweed and wood ear mushrooms. As soon as they dropped it off, we were surprised at how small the bowl was. I don't think I have ever had such a small bowl of ramen, especially for that price. I would say it was worth it if the ramen was actually good, but it wasn't. The broth was bland; mine (spicy) tasted like spicy water. The noodles were okay; the mushrooms were my fave, the chashu (2 slices) were super small and REALLY thin. My bf's broth (non-spicy) was also bland and watery. Neither of us got full and decided to stop by for some coffee and pastries to feel satisfied. We won't be coming back. There are other options around that are better in price, taste, and size. Two stars for the karaage and decent service. read more

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Ji L.

22 days ago

Broth is very savory and delicious and the dipping experience just elevated the experience! The wait was a bit long(almost 30min) but maybe that's how long it takes to prepare it. Nonetheless it was a nice meal read more

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Sophia S.

6 months ago

파사데나 살면서 2년정도 된 라면집인데, 최근에 브랜드 이름이 바뀌면서 컨셉이 바뀐것 같아요. 그 전에는 tsujita artisan noodles 였는데 최근에 tsuke artisan noodles로 바뀌었네요. 라면 퀄리티는 그전과 비슷하구요, 분위기 이런것도 똑같아요. 바뀐점은 옆집 sunrise 보바를 라면집에서 먹을수 있어요... 문제는 빙수예요. 원래 눈꽃빙수였는데, 최근에 먹은 빙수는 얼음이 아그작 아그작 씹히더라구요 얼려놓은걸 파는건지, 빙수기계가 바뀐건지 모르겠지만. 원래 시럽도 조절할수있게 따로 줬었는데 이제는 부어서 줘요 최애 빙수가계였는데 더 이상 아닌것 같아 많이 아쉽네요. 비교위해서 사진 올립니다. 바뀌기전과 바뀐후 암튼 넘 아쉽네요. read more

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Aileen N.

6 months ago

We had such a wonderful dining experience at Tsuke Ramen! From the moment we walked in, our server Jenna made us feel right at home. She was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, guiding us through the menu and offering thoughtful suggestions that made our first visit extra special. Ambience: The space is cozy yet surprisingly roomy. The tables are spaced well apart, which gave us plenty of freedom to move comfortably without feeling crowded. Food: Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The Jiro Ramen and Takoyaki made the perfect pairing--rich, flavorful, and satisfying. The portions were generous, and the prices felt very reasonable for the quality. Overall: This is easily one of the best ramen spots we've ever tried. Between the welcoming service, excellent food, and inviting atmosphere, Tsuke Ramen truly feels like a hidden gem in the heart of Pasadena. Highly recommended--we'll definitely be back! read more

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Shannon G.

4 months ago

For it to be ramen it was really dry. Not the ramen experience I expected. Not sure if returning. read more

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irene h.

5 months ago

KID SIZED COLD NOODLES for $22, comes with poor service. No matter how trendy a decor s restaurant is it will never override your taste buds for trying to eat COLD SMALL portioned noodles We , 2 persons, were seated by the waitress in a TINY 2 seater table but a single guy got the 4 seater table beside us (?). Waitress was judgmental and food was COLD. PORTIONS are VERY SMALL for an exorbitant $22 for a cold bowl of noddles. I ordered the Deluxe where you dip, noodle was ice cold and the luke warm dip could not warm the noodle up. The waitress was chewing me up "Only ONE BOWL??" for not ordering 2 orders for my son, I informed her he already ate. She was just not pleased with just 1 order. I don't need to explain to her he does not enjoy ramen he already had dinner just before this, he was just accompanying mom. When she served the noodle she served it to my son. So I felt guilted into ordering another rice dish but my son did not even touch it. The rice dish was KID SIZED it was maybe 4 quarters lined up. We eat out pretty often and we hardly see portions this small, ever. I really don't get what or how ARTISAN this place is I could have gotten a sandwich instead than this cold small noodle. One of the worst $40 spent this place is way over priced , leaves you upset, hungry and cold read more

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Steve T.

2 months ago

The ramen had a rich, flavorful broth that kept us going until every last drop was gone. We finished our entire bowls, which says a lot. What really earned the 5 stars, though, was the service--exceptionally welcoming and friendly from start to finish. That kind of hospitality can truly make or break a dining experience, and they absolutely nailed it here. Highly recommend. read more

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Sungwon B.

2 months ago

Food was extremely mid. Chashu was a salt block. Vegetable toppings came raw. Noodles hard and undercooked (less than al dente). Server took 10 minutes to take my order at about 30% restaurant capacity. Food took another 25 minutes. No acknowledgement whatsoever. Another server took away my side without asking and before i finished. Assuming ownership doesn't take responsibility for proper onboarding and training as it's not just one individual. Overall was an unpleasant experience. read more

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Brianna B.

7 months ago

We went early evening on a Saturday and really enjoyed it! No wait to be seated at first but it definitely began to fill up quickly. Vibes are nice and modern but still casual and cool. Our waitress was immensely helpful and provided great service. She was happy to share extra information about the dishes like letting us know that the tsukemen does have a fishy taste and asking if that was okay. I personally don't like fishy flavors very much so I was so grateful that she explained that. We did end up trying the tsukemen with chashu, jiro style ramen with chashu, and chicken karaage. While I agree the tsukemen broth did have a fishy taste, it was not too overpowering for me (as someone who basically doesn't eat fish) and I still think it was good! The jiro style was very enjoyable as well and I found the chashu well prepared. Both dishes were pretty big in my opinion and we definitely had leftovers. The noodles were on the slighly thicker side and had a wonderful chew to them. The jiro style has a flavorful savory broth and the chili came on the side so you can customize the spice level. We loved the karaage! So crispy on the outside but juicy and tender inside. The marinade that was used was also addictive. They do have a small menu from sunright tea as well! We didn't get boba this time but got a plain mango milk tea and a mango jasmine tea. The ice and sweetness was adjustable (0, 25, 50, 75, 100%). The mango tasted so fresh and delicious, 25% sweet was perfect for us. We definitely enjoyed our food and experience and will be back to try more! read more

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Charles L.

5 months ago

I ordered the Ajitama Tsukemen for delivery and literally what you see on top of the noodles is what's supposed to by my Chashu that was in my dipping broth. Absolute trash. Photos are misleading customers especially having paid $20+after tax for the Tsukemen. The Tsukemen wasn't very good either. read more

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Lemon S.

6 months ago

Really great food and service! Super quick would totally come back again next time I have to scratch the ramen itch lol Gloria our server was super helpful and attentive! read more

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Lizzette C.

6 months ago

Both the ramen and the tsukemen were excellent--rich, flavorful broth, and perfectly cooked noodles. You can really tell they put care into every bowl. On top of the amazing food, our server Gloria was wonderful and incredibly friendly. She made us feel welcome, was attentive without being overbearing, and really added to the overall experience with her great attitude and service. I also enjoyed being able to order Sunright Teastudio conveniently from our table. It paired well with the meal. Everything we tried hit the spot, and the service matched the quality of the food. If you're a ramen fan or just looking for a great meal, I'd definitely recommend stopping by and giving this place a visit. read more

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Walter G.

6 months ago

Stopped by TSUKE Artisan Noodle for lunch and it was excellent. I ordered the Ultra Deluxe and it absolutely delivered -- rich, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. You can really tell the care that goes into the food. Huge shout-out to Jenna, who was an amazing host. We accidentally dropped a ring, and she went out of her way to help us find it, which we really appreciated. That level of kindness made the whole experience even better. read more

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Sydney P.

6 months ago

We had the best noodle experience in Pasadena at TSUKE Artisan Noodle! We went for the signature Tsukemen (those super thick, bouncy noodles dipped into rich, umami-packed broth) Everything felt fresh and made with so much care. Huge shoutout to our server Jenna! She was incredibly friendly, and super attentive. We'll definitely be back soon! read more

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David T.

3 months ago

Tsuke Artisan Noodle in Pasadena was incredible. The food was the highlight, everything was flavorful, well prepared, and worth coming back for. Our server Katsuki was also great, friendly and attentive without being over the top. Overall, a really solid experience and I'll definitely be back. read more

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K K.

6 months ago

Checked this place out with friends and I wasn't disappointed. I ordered the Jiro noodles and the table shared orders of takoyaki for appetizers. Loved both, especially the Jiro style noodles. The portion was generous and, as a garlic lover, the garlicky broth was such a treat. The pork belly was thick, tender and flavorful and the vegetables rounded out the flavors. The bowl doesn't come with marinated eggs so I ordered it on the side. Highly recommended. My friends enjoyed their dishes, too. I'll definitely come back to try its other offerings. read more

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Stumbled upon Tsujita while walking around old town Pasadena. Been craving it for quite some time but it didn't really hit the spot today. I got the deluxe tsukemen which comes with four pieces of chasu and a soft boiled egg with extra limes! I had asked to make the soup extra hot but that didn't happen. The broth is rich in flavor, noodles were the perfect consistency however the chasu was overly thick, no good char. We also ordered the gyoza each order came with 4. They are huge! They were pretty juicy, good flavor. The food did take a little bit of time to come out, all in all it was decent. The good thing about this specific location is that it offers a little bit of each location in Sawtelle; tsukemen, regular ramen, dry ramen but they also offer appetizers, sides and dessert which was cool. read more

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Lorena H.

6 months ago

Their server Gloria is super fast service and took care on ordering, running food, and controlling the waiting list. Her step was extremely fast looks like she don't step on the floor. Really like their chicken karate that comes with 5 pieces. Noodles cook perfect and exactly as I want, no overcooked. read more

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Princess B.

6 months ago

This location does the best Tsukemen in Los Angeles. I went with my friend and they really like the deluxe Tsukemen and their gyosa. I was so surprised that they do also sunright tea and do all in one spot, save time. Their server Gloria is very nice. She took care on us and did a great job. Definitely will come back!!! read more

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Leia X.

6 months ago

JENNA was an angel! The food got out very hot and ready to munch on. My sis in law lost her ring and JENNA (heaven-sent) saved the day! The location is clean, fast, and consistent. Love! read more

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We were really happy to find that this place was still open on Christmas Day when we were craving for a warm ramen. It ended up being a great choice. We ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen, which came with a rich and comforting broth, and the Tantanmen(with soup) which was right on point, the spice had a unique flavor and hit just right without being overwhelming. For sides, we tried the Chashu Bowl and Karrage, both were solid and satisfying! We also grabbed Mango Frostie and Boba milk tea to finish the meal, all the drinks were refreshing and paired well with the food. Overall, everything was tasty and well prepared. It was one of the better ramen I've had in a while, especially on a holiday. We'll definitely come back for more! read more

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Wynnie A.

7 months ago

Very nice and ambient location. Great service and awesome food! Juicy and tasty karage! They just started serving sunright, boba was perfectly soft and chewy read more

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Rommel D.

8 months ago

Tsuke.USA is a hidden gem for tsukemen lovers! The rebranded but it's the same great taste! The noodles are perfectly chewy and the broth is rich and flavorful. I love how they serve the noodles and broth separately -- it keeps everything at the perfect texture until the last dip. The staff is super friendly and quick. Jenna was super nice and attentive. The space is really nice to and close to all the oldtown Pasadena stuff! Definitely recommend trying the tsukemen or their If you're into ramen but haven't tried tsukemen yet! read more

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Jonathan T.

8 months ago

Been here a few times. Best tsukemen I've ever had! It's especially good on a hot day. Jena gave amazing service as well. Will be coming back again for my tsukemen fix. read more

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Lilit H.

4 months ago

Easy wait list for a Saturday evening. Not too loud or dark - I appreciated it. I was just sad that they were out of the handmade gyozas for appetizers. When you have a limited menu, in my opinion, you shouldn't run out of items. I had a rice bowl with the fried chicken - it was tasty but nothing out of the world amazing. read more

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Kat H.

4 months ago

The food was delicious and the service from Gloria made it even better! Entire experience 10/10

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Eddy Y.

8 months ago

Saw the billboard on the street and was deciding to give it a try and oh geeze I'm glad I did! The takiyaki was hot with big chunk of tako. We had spicy ramen and it was really good as well, will come back read more

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caroline t.

4 months ago

Came back again for the same items and they were consistently great! Still a local fave! We also had Jenna again and she was friendly and attentive, just like before! read more

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10 S De Lacey Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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(626) 593-8193
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https://www.tsukenoodle.com

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Hours

What time does TSUKE Artisan Noodle open?

TSUKE Artisan Noodle opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does TSUKE Artisan Noodle close?

TSUKE Artisan Noodle closes at 9:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.TSUKE Artisan Noodle closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:30 AM - 9:30 PMFri-Sat 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does TSUKE Artisan Noodle serve alcohol?

Yes, TSUKE Artisan Noodle serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does TSUKE Artisan Noodle allow dogs?

No, TSUKE Artisan Noodle does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does TSUKE Artisan Noodle have outdoor seating?

No, TSUKE Artisan Noodle does not have outdoor seating options.

Does TSUKE Artisan Noodle have parking?

Yes, TSUKE Artisan Noodle has parking options. Garage Parking, Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

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Does TSUKE Artisan Noodle have free WiFi?

Yes, TSUKE Artisan Noodle has free WiFi.

Yasanya greeted me with a big smile and made me feel very welcome…read more I was looking for a vegetarian dish and she recommended the vegetarian soup . It was absolutely delicious. The service was wonder and I will definitely be back soon!!!!

Wow . This was boots down some of the best ramen I've had in the states. Slay…read more In all seriousness - the food was fast, hot, delicious, and the service and ambiance were both exceptional. Wish we had a place of this caliber in Pittsburgh....

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Sato Ramen House

My favorite ramen in Pasadena. The broth is rich and delicious, the pork is perfectly cooked and…read morethe egg is delicious. I also tried their gyozas and they were delicious. Ambience is great, never too packed. Service is quick.

Sato Ramen House is another solid ramen spot in Pasadena, and honestly, I feel lucky to have so…read moremany Japanese food options nearby. We tried the yuzu shio ramen and the karaage chicken curry rice bowl. The yuzu shio ramen was definitely lighter and more citrusy because of the yuzu, which I can appreciate, though it wasn't necessarily my preferred ramen flavor profile. I ordered it with chicken instead of pork, and I really appreciated that the karaage chicken came on the side so it stayed crispy and didn't get soggy in the broth. My partner really enjoyed the karaage chicken curry rice bowl. We also tried the tamagoyaki appetizer for the first time. Interesting flavor profile, but honestly it didn't really pair well with the rest of what we ordered, so we ended up taking most of it home and never really finishing it. Service was attentive and good, and the restaurant had a lively, active atmosphere with a steady crowd inside. Overall, a solid ramen place that's worth trying, especially if you enjoy lighter ramen styles.

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Tantan Ramen 2026

Kaiba Japanese Ramen, Sushi & Grill - Pasadena

Great sushi and large restaurant! Service was really attentive. Rolls were delicious and giant…read moreportions. We had the baked salmon roll, dragon roll, beef teriyaki and California roll, Alaskan roll, and mixed tempura. Looking forward to coming back for their lunch specials.

Very friendly service and beautiful presentation. A wonderful lunch location…read more We had the Kaiba salad -- huge and delicious

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HiroNori Craft Ramen

My girlfriend and I stopped by since this place is pretty close to PCC, the tonkotsu is super…read morecreamy and probably my favorite thing here. The manager was super chill and helped us out a lot, his name was John I believe. definitely check this spot out.

We first discovered hiro nori in san Jose years ago during a trip and when we found out it's also…read morein LA when we came back we were so excited. I say we come in either to this location or other locations once every couple of months. The broth the meat the noodles everything is up our alley. We think it has a resemblance to ichikakuya in japan. The minced garlic and the spicy paste is such a good addition as well. Highly recommend. Service not always the best considering that they have automatic service fee. But the food makes up for it.

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Crispy Chicken

Tatsu Ramen

Located super close to the rose bowl and open late, this place is a great place to drop by after a…read moreconcert or event. A bit on the pricey side but it's also Pasadena so a bit expected. I got the special tonkotsu but I personally feel the regular was more tasty. Chashu is super fatty and yummy!

Walking into an empty restaurant should have been a red flag, but curiosity prevailed. Ordered a…read morebold ramen that came out A. Slow. 15, almost 20 minutes for a bowl when it was empty is a little crazy B. Lukewarm. At best it just wasn't heated enough, at worst, it sat around long enough to cool. C. Decidedly not bold. The broth was underwhelming. The noodles were suspiciously chewy, even after sitting in the broth for however long it waited to be dropped off and however long I ate for. The pork was a boring, unseasoned strip of grilled meat. And none of the elements worked well together. All of this while suddenly being bombarded by the server who had now become super available to ask me how my food was every other bite. I had higher expectations, especially for how much I was paying.

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Cheeky Ramen

Aikan Sushi & Ramen

Went here with my family, the service was amazing! The food came out almost immediately. Our…read morehostess kailey was the greatest, since it was our first time here she carefully explained the menu to us deciding wether to do AYCE or alla carte. Let me tell you, she is very good at her job! she easily showed us the more value option in AYCE compared to alla carte, regular dinner was 42.99 while premium was 54.99, saved us huge! Definitely coming back here again.

They were very accommodating with our large group for our group gathering. The service was great…read morewith all foods coming in a timely manner. We would come back again with a large group of 9 people.

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Tsujita Artisan Noodle

Relatively new Ramen shop in Old Town Pasadena. Right across from the parking structure I usually…read morepark at, which has the best prices I've seen so far for Pasadena. Decided to visit and try out their Ramen - I have also been seeing their shaved ice on social media but didn't try it. The prices were pretty expensive for simple bowls of Ramen in my opinion, and we didn't really feel like eating a lot, so we just ordered the vegan Ramen and the silky Ramen ( around $18 for both?). Both of the ramens were pretty mediocre with salty soup and nothing extraordinary about the noodles unfortunately. Compared to other Ramen shops I've visited, Tsujita didn't stand out as excellent. The service was very nice but our food came a little slow. We did come during lunch, where there were a couple people. The restaurant itself is clean with seating and a nice vibe. I wonder if we just didn't order the right things off of the menu and I definitely want to come back to try their shaved ice.

We ordered the Deluxe Tsukemen, regular Tsukemen, and the without soup Dandan noodles with level 3…read morespiciness, along with Karaage and 10 handmade Gyoza. Overall, the restaurant's interior and seating have a very Japanese vibe. The service was excellent, and the food was delicious; especially the Gyoza, which really impressed me. I also want to mention that the bowl for my noodles had a small chip, and I immediately told the staff. The server apologized right away and replaced it with a new bowl. I really appreciate how responsible and attentive they were. That kind of service deserves recognition. Overall, it's a bit pricey, but everything else was great. I would definitely recommend this place.

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Regular size chashu Tsukemen

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Tsujita Artisan Noodle

AH-MA-ZING!! Brought one of our best friends from Hawaii to have lunch on a Tuesday afternoon. We…read moregot seated right away which was great bc we were all getting hangry. For appetizers we ordered the Takoyaki, chicken karage and our main dishes Deluxe Tsukemen x3. The Break down: Atmosphere: 4/5 They greet you as you walk in, which I sets the vibe. You're welcomed into a cozy apace that has some decorative elements even to the music choice. Reminds me of our trip to japan, which I MISS SO MUCH! The Food Takoyaki: $8.95. 4/5 Stars. - Comes in 5pcs with sauce and bonito flakes. I liked how the outside was a bit crunchy and inside was fluffy! Karage: $8.95. 5/5 Stars - Comes in 5pcs. The sauce was tangy sweet kind of like teriyaki sauce. It was crispy but still so juicy and soft. HANDS DOWN GET THIS! Loved it so much I could have a whole bowl Tsukemen: $22.45. 5/5Stars - If you aren't familiar with this, the broth is separate from the noodles. Its a different way of experiencing noodles. The broth is thick, creamy and flavor profile is on point. Inside of the broth there is mushrooms and pcs of pork. The noodles are cooked perfectly and also comes with pcs of nori, soft boiled jammy eggs and 4 pcs of thick chashu. Portion size lets just say they are generous and we all can EAT ^^, Kakigori (MATCHA) $8/$14. 5/5 Stars - Definite MUST! Its made with Japanese shaved ice, a very creamy soft cream matcha sauce and matcha powder! I cant tell you how good this dessert is. The wife is obsessed and one if the main reasons why we found this spot in the first place. Please try! Service: - Super friendly staff! They are quick to get our order and serve our meal. I asked for more limes for my noodles 2x and both times they were quick. Made us feel very welcomed and checked in on us on a regular, which also reminded us of the service Japan showed us once upon a time. Overall: We love this place and we keep coming back with new people to share this type of noodle experience. Check them out im sure you will enjoy it. Lets just say we drove an hour to eat this. You def will not be disappointed :)

I had a weekend dinner at Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle with our group of four back in March 2025. The…read moreother two ordered tsukemen ($26.50 for the spicy deluxe and $23.50 for the spicy chasu) and found it very salty because they chose to consume it not by dipping the noodles in the bowl of broth, but rather by pouring all the broth from the bowl into the noodles, trying to recreate a normal bowl of ramen. I can't speak for them, but I will say, if you order the tsukemen and find that you want more dipping broth, that will be an extra charge. Order a regular bowl of ramen if you do not plan to dip the brothless noodles into the broth for each bite. BF and I both tried the spicy tuna bowl ($7.95), chashu bowl ($8.95), and tonkotsu ramen ($15.95). The bowls are a little smaller than the ramen bowls and are a great option if you want a light meal without feeling super full. The tonkotsu ramen had a slightly rich broth that was flavorful and a decent portion of noodles. We opted not to order the ramen with the egg since we were also trying the rice bowls. The three items were more than enough for the two of us and a good variety of food. Parking here is horrible at the street level, so head downstairs for the two levels of underground parking.

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Tonkotsu Ramen - pork broth served with charsiu, woodear mushroom, green onions, and seaweed.

Mills Alley

Place is amazing, the food taste was on point, I had an Unagi Sushi (Best I've had), and the Sushi…read moreBowl. I would definitely come back again.

6/10/2026 First time…read moreat Mills Alley. Decided to come here since this was close to the other shops I wanted to go to today. Also, the prices seemed great for lunch. HAKATA SET (Your choice of: Tonkotsu or Miso Ramen, comes with Mini Spicy Tuna Don, Chicken Karaage 2 pcs, Tsukemono) This was one of the set items for the lunch special. Chose the miso ramen. The miso ramen had a very strong white miso flavor. Didn't hate it, as I do love miso, but it was a little too much miso for my liking. Typical curly ramen and it was cooked well. Loved the jammy egg too. It was a soy marinated egg. There were also three pieces of chashu too! It was good, but slightly overcooked. The portion of the ramen was medium sized and was surprised they didn't bring a smaller size since it was a set meal. But happy they were generous! Spicy tuna don was a small bowl, but they gave a good portion of spicy tuna, which was delicious. Chicken karaage were two pieces of chicken and it was just okay. No tsukemono was served with the meal. Overall the meal was satisfying. I think the price was fair for what was given. CUSTOMER SERVICE Good, friendly and attentive customer service. No complaints! AMBIANCE / TABLES + SEATS Very calm and relaxing ambiance. It was quiet and no music was playing, which I liked. The restaurant was super clean and I liked how the tables were set. Large tables in the back and small tables were closer to the front. Bar seats on the side. It was a medium-sized restaurant, but the layout made it feel larger. Clean bathroom too. PARKING The closest and most logical parking spot was the one right across from the restaurant. School House Garage on 33 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91105. Rates: $1.00 first 2 hrs, $2.00 for each additional hour. $12 for the full day. I liked the set menu, it was good for the price and I would like to return to try their other lunch menu items, whether it would be a set menu or a la carte.

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Osawa Shabu Shabu & Sushi

Love this spot. We came here for their shabu shabu and it was delicious and authentic…read more Please note, Shabu is only available at the counter due to limited 4-6 burner station setup at the counter. Shabu is fresh, delicious and authentic. The Kurobuta Pork Loin is very lean and tasty. The Black Angus Ribeye also very nice. Their ponzu has something else added but really nice. Not sure if it had a dash of sake but love their ponzu sauce. Lunch time at counter for shabu fills up quickly so be ready to wait in line if all shabu stations are occupied. Still worth the wait. Once seated, you'll get served fairly quickly. Excellent and very friendly service. Love our initial experience here. Definitely will be back. Happy Eating!!!

Came here on multiple occasions for different promos they were doing and they definitely did not…read moredisappoint! The first time was for their 13th anniversary tuna bowl special and it was honestly one of the best tuna bowls I've had in a while. The restaurant has both an indoor dining area and outdoor patio, so it felt relatively spacious. The ambiance leans more on the upscale side. I would recommend parking at the Delacey parking structure for reliable and affordable parking (it's around an 8 minute walk). There was about a 10-20 minute wait after we arrived and the staff was very attentive throughout the entire experience. 1. Tuna Bowl: Their once a year anniversary special ($13 for their 13th anniversary), and this might've been my favorite dish I've had here. The cuts of tuna were incredibly fresh. The toro was thick-cut with a melt in your mouth texture. The sushi rice was also cooked and seasoned perfectly, which added a really nice touch to the dish. I would order this any time if it were on the regular menu! 2. Sushi lunch set with negitoro hand roll and miso soup: A solid lunch set with a variety of sushi that was all very fresh. Loved the negitoro hand roll as well! 3. Salmon & Ikura Don: Got this as part of their $18 lunch special for June 2026, which came with miso soup on the side. The salmon and ikura were very fresh and paired perfectly with the sushi rice. Would definitely come back again to try their other dishes!

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UOVO | Pasadena

Easily one of the best meal/experiences I've ever had. Thomas was amazing and his attention to…read moredetail and service were incredible. The cheese and truffle pairing were so good! You have to try it if you're here! Service was amazing and food is as good as if you were in Italy! Cannot recommend this place enough!

Had such a great experience at UOVO Pasadena! We decided to do the tasting menu and every course…read morewas delicious. The pasta was amazing, but what really stood out was how much thought went into each dish and how fun it was to try a variety of things we probably wouldn't have ordered on our own. A huge shoutout to Julianna, who took such great care of us all evening. She was incredibly sweet, attentive, and knowledgeable without ever making us feel rushed. Her wine recommendations were spot on and paired perfectly with the food. You can tell she genuinely enjoys what she does and wants guests to have a great experience. I didn't even think to take pictures because I was too busy enjoying the meal, which probably says a lot! Between the food, the wine, and Julianna's wonderful service, it ended up being one of my favorite dining experiences in Pasadena. Can't wait to come back.

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Tomikawa Japanese Restaurant

The food was great and the spicy tuna crispy rice was superb! The service was great. The ambiance…read moreis clean and professional.

Food was excellent. I loved the tempura mix and the jalapeno poppers. The esthetic was beautiful…read moreand excellent customer service. Will definitely be back!

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Kaiba Japanese Ramen, Sushi & Grill - Pasadena

Very friendly service and beautiful presentation. A wonderful lunch location…read more We had the Kaiba salad -- huge and delicious

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Nana's Green Tea

Love love, this place!…read more Nice, big space and got the Matcha Warabimochi Parfait, Black Sesame Warabimochi Parfait, and karaage. The food took way longer than it should to get ready (30min+), and when the karaage came out, it was cold. Luckily, the staff was extremely nice and immediately fried a new batch just for us. The karaage was surprisingly very good and crispy. Any of parfait is a must order, I haven't tried their other items yet but I'd probably just stick with the parfait since that's what they're known for. Large portion and hits the spot for the value! Cleanliness was slightly questionable (tables not being cleaned and bathroom needing attention) and their A/C is WAAY TOO COLD but not necessary a bad by any means. Will definitely be back!

One of my rare negative reviews: I would give this a lower…read morerating, but I am hoping that this location will get itself together because my family and I ate at Nana's on Oahu AT LEAST once a day while we vacationed there and that experience was phenomenal. The food was substandard. In So Cal, we have tons of choices for this sort of food and desserts. We made the trip to Pasadena because of our experience with Nana's in Hawaii. After the ordering process, the 4 desserts we ordered took a very long time to prepare. Our situation was not unique. Many people before and after us had long faces and watched as others finally got their food. We had two lattes, a matcha soft serve and a parfait. All but soft serve were overflowing and dripping out of their cups/glasses as soon as we touched them. Despite the lattes chocolate syrups, milk and whipped cream - they somehow managed to be watery and lack taste. As for the hojicha parfait, the design of the glass was not user friendly. They are tall and narrow. Because everything was packed too tightly, it was impossible to get a spoon into the glass without things coming out of it. It was a chore and unpleasurable. I understand that using cereal is a thing for these desserts. IMO this is a very cheap and low end ingredient for something with a perceived elevated experience as Nana's tries to present. I don't believe Nana's in Hawaii had glasses, just plastic cups, so having cereal in my dessert that came in a plastic cup really didn't phase me, but with all that cereal pouring out of the glass cup as I tried to get the contents inside that tiny glass was a really frustrating experience. It just didn't add-up. It made no sense what was happening. The parfait had one small scoop of hojicha and the majority of the glass was full of plain soft serve. As I said, in So Cal we have so, so many choices. What is the point of coming to this place for vanilla soft serve? We will not be back - very disappointing. My wife and I grew up in the area, so I understand that the buildings are old, but Nana's was a new build at the time of this writing, and it looked like it had been there for a decade. I understand that there are things that can't be done about the building, but I did expect more from the interior. As the sun was blasting in my kid's faces, I noticed there were no shades. I also noticed they didn't clean their windows! Because of the sun blaring in their eyes, I then noticed the lack of finish in the window sills... I heard this was a flagship store, but sorta seems like a neglected franchise.

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Panda Inn

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There's a parking lot that is free for 3 hours with validation from the restaurant. We had…read morereservation and were seated immediately. Our waiter was Jacob and he was great. Soft spoken and kind, we were very at ease with him. The restaurant itself was beautiful and the couches are very comfortable, which was a huge plus. The ginger ale is made in house and is many tiers higher than Canada Dry. We ordered the Panda Beef and the Panda Inn Special because it was our first time there and why not? Lean in to what their specials are. Both dishes were amazing. The Panda Inn Special featured large plump bites of lobster, chicken, and shrimp, with a medley of vegetables and smaller pieces of pork. The Panda Beef was shockingly amazing with crisp and flavorful slices of beef. We finished up dinner with Chocolate Lava Cake and the Warm Rice Pudding, the latter of which is also made in house. Both were a very great end to the dinner. Other notes that were very appreciated: - the checkbook and how nice it looked -they took the parking ticket with the check so we didn't have to go validate it ourselves - white rice is free? - the bar had an automatic wine glass shiner that was fun to look at - take out bag has a very luxury feel to it

Ribs and drinks were awesome. A top tier restaurant Great service and everything was perfectread more

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Mills Alley

Place is amazing, the food taste was on point, I had an Unagi Sushi (Best I've had), and the Sushi…read moreBowl. I would definitely come back again.

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Laura P.

5 months ago

I was really looking forward to trying TSUKE Ramen in Pasadena, but unfortunately my experience was pretty disappointing overall. Right when we arrived, we were seated directly next to an extremely loud group, even though there were plenty of other open seating options throughout the restaurant. It immediately made the meal feel uncomfortable and hard to enjoy. Our male waiter also made us feel rushed throughout the visit, which didn't help the overall vibe. On top of that, the atmosphere wasn't very relaxing - the lighting inside was way too bright for a ramen spot and didn't feel warm or inviting. As for the ramen itself, it honestly tasted more like fast food ramen than something fresh or high quality. The broth had a very fishy taste that felt overpowering, and the overall quality was pretty subpar compared to other ramen places in the area. I also expected some complimentary toppings or add-ons like other ramen restaurants offer, but there weren't any, which made it feel ever less worth it. One last thing: the water cups were made of some kind of metallic material, and it actually made the water taste metallic, which was really unpleasant. I wanted to like this place, but between the seating, service, and the quality of the food, I probably wouldn't come back read more

Thomas A.

6 months ago

I've been a loyal customer of Tsuke for a while now, and it never disappoints. Every visit, the food and service are always top-notch. I've seen some recent mixed reviews, but honestly, I don't know what the fuss is about. My experiences have always been fantastic, and the quality of the food remains just as stellar as it was at Tsujita, if not better. Plus, Tsuke offers even better prices, which is a nice bonus. Today, I brought my friend and niece, and even though the place was packed, it was worth the wait. The standout today was Jena, she was incredible. She somehow manages to keep everything moving smoothly, flipping tables like a pro, all while maintaining great service. My family adores her, and it's easy to see why. We got our usual favorites: gyoza, tsukemen, tonkotsu, and some sunright, and everything came out in perfect timing. If you've been seeing recent negative reviews, I honestly think they don't do the place justice. Tsuke continues to be a gem, and I'll definitely keep coming back for more. read more

Rubi S.

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2 months ago

I recently visited TSUKE Artisan Noodle and had such a great experience from start to finish. I had the tsukeramen deluxe and the noodles were absolutely delicious--perfectly cooked and full of flavor. You can really tell they put care into the quality of their dishes. The ambiance is another highlight: very clean, modern, and thoughtfully designed, which made the whole meal feel elevated yet comfortable. It's not a very large space, so I wouldn't recommend it for big groups, but it's perfect for smaller gatherings--definitely ideal for 2 to 4 people, and still manageable for up to 6. The service was excellent. Our waitress was very attentive without being overbearing, and she made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. One of the standout parts of our visit was the Kakigori (shaved ice)--so good! We tried all three flavors, and while they were all delicious, the brown sugar was easily my favorite. Overall, I would absolutely recommend this spot, and I'll definitely be coming back again. read more

Andrew B.

6 months ago

We were seated immediately, which was nice, but the service was inconsistent. Multiple servers handled our table, and when we asked for help understanding the ramen options, the explanation was minimal. Meanwhile, a nearby table was proactively greeted and given a clear menu rundown by a different server. Our food came out unevenly--my ramen arrived about 10 minutes before my partner's, making it difficult to enjoy the meal together. While we did receive the ramen spices after asking, we weren't able to get a server's attention for water refills. The restaurant was very loud, making conversation difficult. Overall, the ramen itself was underwhelming. read more

Wayne ..

6 months ago

Came in on a busy Sunday afternoon at 2pm; waited for over an hour and came into the restaurant noticing that hardly anyone had food at their tables. I look to the back area and noticed the 3 chefs taking their sweet time, knowing that there are numerous parties outside in the blazing sun waiting to get in. On top of that, customers inside the restaurant are irritated waiting for the food. Fix the chefs. read more

Elena H.

6 months ago

Another perfect visit to Tsuke Artisan, made even better by Gloria. She remembers returning customers and always makes excellent suggestions. Her service is the ideal balance of friendly, professional, and unobtrusive. And, of course, the food is sublime the rich, umami-packed dipping broth and the perfectly balanced ramen are a must, especially with Gloria looking after you. read more

Roland C.

6 months ago

Truly an amazing experience! The food was wonderful, and the service was fast, friendly, and attentive from all the staff. Special mention to Gloria, who was very proactive in checking on our table, making sure everything was served properly, and ensuring the food met our expectations. Her attentiveness made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended! read more

JiaQi C.

6 months ago

Gloria is the heart and soul of Tsuke Artisan! Not only did she guide us perfectly through our first Tsukemen experience explaining how to savor every "string of umami flavor" but she made us feel like regulars from the moment we sat down. Her warmth and knowledge made a fantastic meal (the ramen broth is perfectly salted!) into a truly memorable night. read more

J V.

4 months ago

We came here around 2:30 and they do happy hour on beer. We didn't know that thanks for my server Gloria for mentioned. So we can save money. Highlight on their brown sugar kagigori (shaved ice) . Weather was hot outside so make it perfect to eat at that time. Their ramen is so flavorful. We got some drinks for to go too read more

X X.

7 months ago

I really liked the tonkotsu ramen here! The broth was rich but not too salty, and the noodles were cooked just right. The place is clean and has a nice vibe. The service was great too -- Alonso and Katsuki were super friendly and quick. Overall, a really good experience and I'd totally come back again. read more

Jun Y.

6 months ago

Best kagigori found in Pasadena location. They do artisan tsukemen, ramen and their Gyosa was masterful. Recommend to try this location. Even on a busy night, Gloria service was efficient and wonderfully kind. She was expertly managed her section with a smile, ensuring no one waited long. read more

Rosa R.

6 months ago

Their popular noodle is the Tsukemen. First time trying and my server Gloria patiently introduce how to eat that. Squeezed the lime on noodles and dip the noodles in the broth and at the end can ask soup wari that is light soup for drink it. Really like the deluxe Tsukemen read more

Emily T.

5 months ago

I've been here two times. Both times I was seated immediately but the wait for the food was extremely long, to the point that I considered leaving the restaurant. It's clear that they are understaffed. The food is not bad, but a little overpriced for the portion size. read more

Yichen L.

6 months ago

After the name change, the food quality is just as good as before. Jena (the same server from the SG location) is working here as well! As always, she provided excellent service--always smiling and taking great care of her customers. We will definitely be back. read more

Pam J.

6 months ago

Jenna is amazing, very attentive and very friendly. She made our experience a really great one. The food is also great, everything was delicious and we will definitely come back to this location soon! The atmosphere was really nice, laid back and very clean. read more

Chen C.

6 months ago

We came here on weekends and the wait was about 20-30 minutes. The server Gloria was very attentive and took care a lot with our table. She is amazing. The food was perfect and the gyoza is fresh cuz they made once you order. Will be back next time read more

Patrick C.

6 months ago

Jenna provided exceptional service. The meal was exceptional. At a recent holiday gathering with our friends, we were served promptly and with great courtesy by the polite staff members. We intend to frequent this establishment more frequently. read more

Jolin C.

6 months ago

SOOO delicious!! Favorite ramen spot in the SGV! Love bringing friends here. The staff are all super friendly and are very welcoming as soon as you walk in the door! Gloria is extra attentive and knowledgeable. I get the premium tonkatsu 10/10! read more

Yamamoto S.

6 months ago

There's nothing like a nice rich broth creamy tonkotsu on a rainy day. Jena as usual is my server she's given us xceptional service all the time which my mom really appreciate. Not in the photo but we ordered gyoza as well! read more

Alvaro P.

122

6 months ago

Food was great, service by Jenna was amazing. Portion was very generous. We will come We did have to wait since it's a smaller spot and great for smaller groups 2-4. 5+ you might need to wait longer. read more

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