What a great place to come to if you're craving noodles! Wow so good and flavorful. The sweet Asian lady that was serving us was the kindest making sure we were happy and giving us advice on what to order. I took her advice and ordered what she recommended. Clean and cute place. We parked on the street. Will go back again it was so good! Absolutely delicious. read more

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Definitely add vinegar to your mazeman! Game changer! Added some acidity to the heavy meal... but honestly, this wasn't my favorite dry ramen experience. I've had better. The Deluxe Mazemen was soooo flavorful, but very salty... I feel like the sauce was quite oily and coated the noodles very well though. Each noodle was thick and aldente, which was appreciated! Chashu was also great quality. It was a decent mazemen! They also give rice to soak up the remaining sauce. Yum! The service was pretty quick and the staff were very kind to accomodate for our group of 8 people. Every order came out timely. read more

Wadaya - Deluxe Mazemen + Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Fabulous flavor served up in a different format. Noodles taste like ramen, but are thick like udon. Be ready for scallions and garlic with a bit of spicy kick. Sooo good. We have been to the Costa Mesa location many times, LA is commensurate in terms of food quality and service. Not low carb friendly but worth the cheat day! read more

Wadaya - Deluxe Mazemen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Absolutely fantastic. I discovered this (Sawtelle location) recently and had to come back and try it again with friends. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Location is clean and well-appointed, with nice natural light.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Street parking in the area was relatively limited but I was able to get a free spot around the corner! Service was great; they were really friendly and accommodating, with a lot of knowledge of the menu and history of the dishes. Our food came out very quickly and felt like it was individually prepared with care! We got Bao buns, Shishito, Moyashi, and split the Saitama Mazemen and the California Tonkotsu (spicy); everything was PHENOMINAL. Seriously, so good. Even when I was super full I just had to keep eating because it was so delicious. Prices are consistent with contemporaries, so for this high quality it really felt like a great value! Absolutely recommend! read more

Delicious broth and well made noodles. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is a bit small so there is a wait when it gets crowded so try to come in at non peak hours.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Yummy :D read more

Wadaya - California Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

DELICIOUS!!! I swear when i took my first bite of the mazemen, i felt like i was taken back to japan. the umami, the perfect bounciness of the noodles. also the takoyaki was delicious. the only con for the mazemen is that i felt like at the end, it started to become too oily/saucy for me, but everything was still very yum. i would definitely come back! read more

Wadaya - takoyaki and karaage - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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TLDR: The wait is worth it. Get the Deluxe Mazemen for the THREE-LUX experience. Feels like eating three similar dishes for the price of one! - - - - - - After the rebranding of Mogu Mogu to WADAYA, I've been meaning to come, except... the reopening wait times were nearly 90 minutes! Being a smaller location, this wasn't as surprise, so I came back on a weekday evening, and the wait was only ~ 15 minutes. Parking? Fairly easy on the streets - same block, too! For starters, I had their takoyaki. Though it was fairly filled with kewpie and contained a small amount of octopus - as expected, I once again fell victim to the ASHAHASHAH of the "Oh, I should've waited for this to cool down a bit..." Awkwardness and embarrassment aside, there was the perfect amount of seasoning and onion flakes - yum! For the main entree, I had their signature deluxe mazemen. The staff were hospitable and checked in to see if it was my first time... it was! They walked me through the entire process, and I enjoyed: 1 - Mixed all ingredients and enjoyed the flavors and textures of each all in one bite. (Ruining the organization was difficult, but it tasted good.) Of course, being a rule-breaker, I added quite a bit of ground sesame seeds, enjoying the nutty texture and blend of savory and sweet tastes - ooh mommy, umami! Tip: You can even make your own hand roll if you use the seaweed right! :) 2 - Halfway through I added in vinegar and remixed it. At this point, it was almost like eating a new dish with an acidic / sour taste, though not too tangy. 3 - Towards the end, the staff brought out a small scoop of rice to roll into the remainder of the sauce and ingredients, cleaning off the bowl. A whole new carb but with less ingredients yet somehow the same good taste. The best part? Eating the deluxe mazemen felt like getting three entrees for the price of one, perfect for any indecisive or adventurous person. (Yes, that's me.) While it was a bit cramped inside, there is little need to walk around after being seated. There were also two anime shows playing on their TVs in the background, which contributed lightly to the liveliness inside, though it was on the quieter end that conversations were more than possible. read more

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MY FAVORITE RAMEN PLACE!!! I remember when it was still Mogu Mogu. I was never a huge fan of Japanese ramen, but this was the first place I tried Mazemen, and it was delicious. The staff are always very helpful, patient, and pleasant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Hard to grab a spot in the evenings when it gets busy, for good reason.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] One of my go-to places. read more

I can't think of any one thing to keep this from being 5 stars even though I don't usually give 5 stars unless I felt some level of excitement for the food and the establishment, which I did not. The food was good (the mazemen noodles were perfectly chewy and the flavorings were just right), the service was excellent, the price was very fair, and they had a parking lot, all things that matter to me, personally. I was dining here with my bestie so we were engrossed in our conversation. Perhaps too busy to feel any "excitement"? So, in fairness, there's nothing I can say about this place that warrants a star reduction. So, there you have it. read more

Wadaya - Deluxe mazemen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here in the late evening and was seated fairly quick. I ordered the Saitama and friend ordered the Kyoto. It says both of ours had a mild spice sign on the menu but we didn't taste any spice at all. I must say, we both agreed that it may have too much garlic for our liking which we'll try to remember to ask for easy garlic next time. Otherwise, service was quick and we were quite full by the end of dinner. Price might be a bit pricey for the quantity but we don't eat dry ramen very often. Will come again next time when we're craving it. read more

Wadaya - Saitama Mazeman (front) & Kyoto Mazemen (back) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

What a great place for their famous Mazemen!! Came here with some friends, we were a party of 4, and after a quick wait, were seated. The restaurant itself is a bit small, but very clean and well maintained. Menus are QR code, and the waiter efficiently took our orders! We each tried different Mazumen, including the curry, the tokyo, kyoto, curry, and saituya (I apologize if I misspelled it!). Each was phenomenal and everyone was extremely satisfied. Pro tip: at the end of the meal, save a little of the broth and request for a small cup of rice - this was 10/10 excellent as the rice soaked up the broth perfectly. read more

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Update: visit in the afternoon. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a very different experience when they're not super-crowded and pressured with lines at the door.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I know they manage the pressure fairly well, moving people along, etc. But the difference is palpable and the experience too. The excellent food gets to shine through when you're not fighting and jostling both patrons and staff. Karaage is best I've had, BTW. repeat: avoid short evening hours if possible; go in the afternoon -- they're hours are very curtailed so check. read more

Really good mazemen spot! We arrived 5 min before opening and there was already a line. The restaurant was full 15 min after opening so arrive early! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a small restaurant with only a few tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The noddles were so good though. So much umami and surprisingly very filling. Definitely recommend!! read more

Wadaya - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great spot for saucy thick chewy noodles. The flavor mixes so well when you have a bit of everything in the combo bowl. It's garlicy, herby, and meaty but not too heavy if you add in the vinegar which helps balance it out. They have a lot of appetizers like the squid legs which is always a favorite. The combo comes with two types of eggs. Service here is fast and friendly and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the tables fill up fast! I came right at opening and got a table but a line formed immediately.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Come early to get a seat in this cozy restaurant![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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The crew and I were lucky enough to grab the last 4 table spot before they started having people wait outside on their waitlist. I am not a big soup fan but I was presently surprised to see they served soupless noodles! The Tokyo maragame was bomb and I loved the concept of mixing it as you eat and then half way through adding the vinegar and remix for a "remix" of the taste! My friends who got the spicy ramen thought it was good, although the spice was not in the room in that bowl with us that day. The appetizers we did get (mogu chicken, shishito and edamame) were good! Although, the shishito peppers did have the kick, especially in the longer stem ones. I wish I had a warning about that on the menu. My mouth was on fire for a good 10 min! Also not pictured is the karaage bowl my partner ordered is that same appetizer on a bed of rice but we were not complaining about that because it was gooooooddddd. I deducted a star because of the service. Not really good at greeting, explaining things and often times, I had to ask quickly because even though they'd pass by, they never looked so I had to really catch their attention before they zoomed past us. Also, at one point they served a yuzu instead of ume glass soda but instead of saying something, a male waiter came and snatched the wrong bottle and just put the other one down without saying a word. It was weird but we were able to piece together what had happened based on our order. Oh and as I was almost done with my Tokyo bowl, he just came over and left a side dish of rice which all of us which we were confused about. I didn't know if that was something forgotten with my Tokyo bowl or intentionally placed. Food is amazing, place is intimate with cool art, and the vending maching concept was cool, but communication and impersonabity of the staff could use some work! read more

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Wadaya is a small restaurant off of one of the side streets of Sawtelle. It serves Mazemen, a dry ramen that comes with a lot of toppings and a super flavorful sauce. I ordered the Tokyo Mazemen but subbed the noodles for rice instead. The Tokyo was super flavorful and I loved that it came with so much ground pork and that perfectly cooked egg. There's also little vinegar bottles on the tables so you can add some into your bowl. If you order the noodles, the staff will come with a small bowl of rice near the end of your meal so you can use the rice to soak up the last bits of your remaining sauce. read more

Wadaya - Tokyo Mazemen (with rice instead of noodles) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

汤面比较一般。拌面还可以，也是他们家的招牌，国内吃不到类似的。工作日中午生意一般，上次晚上来的人还挺多的。汤面加了辣椒稍微好吃了一点。已经来过两次了这家店。下次试一下别的。 read more

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I've always loved Japanese - favorite food hands down, yet never tried mazeman until Wadaya. One of the Best. Noodle. Dishes. Ever. The blend of garlicky and other flavors (can't recall) + sparingly adding vinegar to-taste from beginning through end with a scoop of rice, thrown in to soak up the remaining sauce post-noodle consumption, made for the most delicious non-broth Asian noodle dish I've ever eaten (with bún vermicelli a very close second- I love funky sauces + vinegar). My kids had karaage chicken bowls and grandparents had ramen- everyone loved their dishes. 200% will visit this LA joint again or try their other locations. read more

Wadaya took over where MoguMogu was but the food is just as good. The Kyoto is my go-to: it's so rich with many different textures and flavors, but adding the vinegar cuts through and balances it perfectly. The place is always crowded so always thankful for their service and how staff try to get us seated efficiently. The ambiance is cute as well, I like their dimmer lighting. read more

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Love the the noodles with the eggs and veggies. So delicious I highly recommend. Service was excellent very friendly. Very nice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's nice quiet and cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

There's always a line here and was hesitant to try it because of that. We went on a Wednesday around 7pm and there were only groups people ahead of us on the sign-in sheet outside. After seeing how small the inside space was, I finally understood why there was a line. We didn't wait very long only about 15 minutes. You scan the qr code for the menu and they have a lot of vegan options. We got the vegan ramen and vegan mazemen. We threw in a non-vegan LA style takoyaki. They have their signature vinegar on the tables. Every seat was filled but staff is fast and the food comes out quickly. Even though it's quick the quality and taste were on point. Everything was fresh and made to order. So many flavor twists and you wouldn't miss any of the flavor even with the vegan options. I will definitely some back again on a weekday when the line is quicker. Parking- Tiny lot to the left of it or meters in front and on side streets Seating: only inside and very limited. We did see a group of 7 that they accommodate for by moving tables. Dietary options: vegan options that are delicious! Prices: very reasonable for the quality averaging around $15 per dish. Staff: very fast and friendly service. read more

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I read about Mogu Mogu and looked forward to trying their Mazemen bowls. My wife and I ordered Tokyo bowls--spicy minced pork, poached egg, scallions, chives, fish umami, and seaweed flakes over fast, chewy noodles. We shared an order of Mogu chicken--fried chunks of chicken with spicy mayo. All of the food was good. I wish the Tokyo bowl had more minced pork and fewer scallions. The staff was very friendly and helpful. You order by scanning a QR code for the menu and then a staff member takes the order. The restaurant was crowded and loud, but not overbearing. Seating is on wooden benches or backless metal stools, both are not meant to encourage a leisurely meal. We were in and out in 40 minutes, and we took our time eating. Street parking is available. read more

Wadaya - Mugo chicken. - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here for lunch, lots of seating but the tables are a little close together/small. Very small parking lot outside (around 4 spots) otherwise there is street parking on the large road. Very fast service! We got the kyoto mazemen ($15) and deluxe mazemen ($19). Both were fantastic, very generous portions and the pork in the kyoto was very tender. Sauce has lots of umami and you can add some house vinegar if the taste gets too monotonous. Personally I liked it better without the vinegar. Make sure to save room bc they give you a spoon of rice to eat with the remaining sauce at the end. Big fan, would definitely recommend if you're in sawtelle. read more

Wadaya - Deluxe Mazemen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We got here around 1:30 and there was a line, which is a good thing. It is in a bit of a random place in West LA without a lot nearby. The service is quick and the food was tasty. We really enjoyed the fried chicken. It was light, delicious and good with a yummy spicy mayo sauce. I ordered the spicy miso ramen and while I enjoyed it and finished it, the broth was not as flavorful as last time. That being said, it is still good and we always love coming here. I am going to get the dry ramen next time as I love that. read more

Wadaya - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Wadaya is known for their mazemen. I ordered the deluxe mazemen and definitely found it to be really flavorful! It's a popular place with limited seating so expect a wait. I think my wait may have been around 15 mins. read more

Wadaya - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food: Tokyo Kyoto Spicy wonton Verdict: Service in our experience was a little lacking. It took awhile for us to place our order. A couple of tables that came after us were being serviced before us. The servers circled our table a couple of times, I finally had to flag someone down to order. Now on to the food. They might have overcooked the wontons. The skin and the filling separated when it was served. The sauce was good but I would skip it. The noodles had a nice chew to them. The Kyoto is their non spicy mazemen that comes with cubed chasiu. The Tokyo has a nice kick of spice and the vinager really adds flavor. They give you a little scoop of rice at the end to mix it with the sauce that's left in the bowl. I would stick to just getting the Tokyo if I came back to Wadaya. read more

Yummy mazemen! Portions are kind of small though as I was still hungry afterwards, even after eating the remaining with the rice that was provided. The inside is really small, but the wait was not too bad despite coming on a Sunday evening with a group of 6. read more

Wadaya - Tokyo Mazemen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Shop was quite busy and had to lineup for a table for 2 at around 7pm on a week day. After getting seated service was fast and food came pretty quick as well. Kyoto Mazemen - Their unique type of ramen where the soup is a more concentrated and thick. Then they finish you off with a bowl of rice to mop up the residual soup. This was their not spicy variety, but I was disappointed with the flavour of the dish. I was expecting a more rich version of a shoyu, but didn't get much depth of flavour. The ramen was cooked well and there was plenty of toppings. Perhaps the Tokyo Mazemen would have been better flavour wise. Mogu chicken - Their fried chicken was pretty good, crispy outside, moist inside. Seasoning on the chicken itself was a bit lacking and relied on the sauce on top and the spicy mayo on the side. read more

Wadaya - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We got the Kyoto and Tokyo, which were both very food. Both have similar ingredients, but the spicy minced pork in the Tokyo made it slightly more flavorful than the Kyoto in my opinion. Definitely some of the best mazemen in socal. Service was nice and friendly. read more

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about a 15 minute wait at 6pm on a Thursday. food was really good, but took a little long to come out. highly recommend! read more

Wadaya - Tokyo Mazemen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Sooo good! I love going to mogu mogu. It's a mazemen Resturant in sawtelle and it's always so delicious. Oftentimes when I'm eating a big bowl of noodles I sometimes get tired of eating the same flavors. Mogu mogu is great because I feel like I'm getting 3 dishes with one bowl. First by itself, then with the vinegar, and then with the rice! The restaurant itself is small so if you go on a weekend or Friday for dinner there may be a wait time but it's worth it! The service is always quick and they have a couple of street parking spots in front of the restaurant but I typically park on the street adjacent. read more

Wadaya - Kyoto Mazemen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here with a group of 4 and had to wait for about 20 min to get seated but it was worth it! Good: - The deluxe mazemen is such a good deal - you get so many toppings and so much food for less than $20. There are loads of noodles you get with each dish, and I liked the way they made their runny egg. - I liked adding the vinegar to the dish and it made it a mix of sweet and savory - such a fun twist - They sneakily added rice to the end of the meal, which was nice for cleaning up the soup - Super nice staff and clean wooden aesthetic Bad: - Takes a while to get into the place, super popular Overall enjoyed this hole in the wall gem near Sawtelle a lot! Would come back for sure read more

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Great place! I was so excited I forgot to take a picture but the food was delicious. Service was great! If you're thinking about getting the Tokyo, get the DELUXE instead. The extra egg and pork chasu really made it! read more

Wadaya (formerly known as Mogumogu) has quickly become one of my favorite ramen spots. My partner and I shared the Deluxe Mazemen and it was absolutely packed with flavor. The pork char siu was tender, the minced pork added richness, and the poached egg was perfect. Everything came together with this amazing garlic umami taste that made the whole dish so satisfying. We also tried two appetizers, the Mogu Chicken and the French fries. Both were really tasty, but the fries were a standout. They were crisp, lightly salted, and seasoned with seaweed which gave them that same addictive flavor you get from seaweed snacks or chips. Simple but so good. The space is definitely small and seating is pretty tight, so you might feel close to the tables around you. It is popular so expect to wait. For us, it was about 20 to 30 minutes before we were seated. I believe they do walk-ins only, so you put down your name and party size outside, then they call you in once everyone is present. The system works smoothly, but patience is key. The meal came to about $40 before tip for the two of us, which felt very fair for the quality and flavors. Overall, the food was excellent and the Deluxe Mazemen in particular was some of the best ramen I have had. I would definitely come back. read more

Wadaya - Deluxe Mazemen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Maybe I hyped this place up for myself too much because it didn't blow my socks off as I'd hoped! I got the deluxe mazemen, which came with an great variety of toppings (pork chashu, spicy minced pork, poached egg, seaweed, a soft boiled egg, seaweed flakes, and garnishes), and also a small bowl of rice that you can eat with the sauce at the end. It was tasty mazemen, but the amount of food wowed me more than the actual dish, and overall the flavors didn't taste balanced. The sauce, though plentiful, felt too heavy along with all the rich toppings, though adding vinegar helped cut through the richness. Noodle texture was very good. We got here around 5:15pm on a weekday evening and didn't have to wait in line, though there was a line of around 10 people by the time we left. Our food came out fast though, so it seems like turnover would be pretty quick. The ambience isn't anything fancy and the store is small, but it was well-maintained and noise level wasn't too loud even though the tables are all pretty close to each other. Service is quick and polite. Overall solid, but I wouldn't say it's my favorite spot to go to in Sawtelle! read more

Wadaya - Deluxe mazemen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It was my first time trying Mazemen and I was very pleased by the Deluexed! It packs a lot of flavor and also has a kick to it. I appreciate that it was easy to find street parking next door. It isn't as crowded as the rest of Sawtelle. The service was solid and it was very easy to get a table. The food portion was adequate and I felt pretty full after the meal. I liked that the environment was casual yet more intimate. This place seems like a great spot for pick up food as well. read more

Wadaya - Deluxe Mazemen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

stopped by after a day of exploring LA. This used to be the go to spot when I was back in college. A little bit away from the main strip of sawtelle mogu mogu does amazing mazemen. I usually go for the Kyoto non spicy mazemen but I opted for the Tokyo this time. It was really flavorful and always remember to add the ground sesame. At the end of the meal they give you leftover rice to soak up the leftovers and it's really good! read more

Wadaya - Tokyo Mazemen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

PSA: They are changing the name to WADAYA. Apparently, same owner and same recipe. I will have to come back and confirm the taste. My go-to mazemen when I'm looking for something a bit on the heavier side (vs. ramen). Every bite is exploding with flavor. Make sure you mix it good. Add a splash of vinegar and you are all set. I always leave feeling satisfied and happy (: read more

The Mazemen ramen here is truly outstanding! They have a great selection of meat and vegan options, and we ordered one of each. The service was excellent as well. We'll be back! read more

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This is still my favorite spot to get Mazamen ramen. The noodles are perfectly chewy and flavorful.