Why did I create this list? The most frequent inquiry I get from people looking for ramen recommendations in Los Angeles is people looking for the best vegetarian ramen options. Below is a list of places that I’ve enjoyed. This list is in no particular order and organized by location. This list will evolve, so …
Another delicious vegan ramen option in Los Angeles is available at Ramen & Tsukement Tao. This bowl is hearty and healthy. You’ll have a smile on your face right down to the last slurp. This bowl will be included in a future blog post that is entirely devoted to highlighting all of the best vegan/vegetarian …
While I do have a favorite style, what I really love and appreciate about ramen is all of the variety that is available. The broths can be based off pork, chicken, soy, or salt bases. The noodles can be thin, thick, round, flat, straight, or curley. Toppings can be endless. This adds up to a …
Situated on a bustling Main Street and just a block away from the beach is Jinya Ramen Bar. They have an extensive menu of ramen, frequently serve seasonal ramen, and a long beer list to choose from. I’ve never had a bad experience here. I believe this is my third visit. It’s was hot summer …
This place is located in Little Tokyo in Los Angeles. It’s tucked away in a strip mall. You can tell that it’s been there for a while because when you walk in it has an older/dank feeling to it. Don’t let that scare you though. Their signature bowl is delicious. On the web @ https://www.menohusa.com This …
[Update, as of August 2020 Okiboru House of Tsukemens Los Angeles location has closed. Another causality of Covid-19. But, they do have an Atlanta location they are focusing on going forward. Check it out.] This was the last bowl of noodles that I crushed in 2018. It’s a place that just recently opened up …
Situated on a busy intersection in Culver City is Kotoya Ramen. They have limited hours, so make sure you check their schedule before heading over. On the web @ http://kotoya-la.com From the outside House rules. If I ever owned a shop, this would be one of the rules. If you sit at the bar, …
I was fortunate enough to visit Ippudo at their new location in Santa Monica during their soft opening week. They were serving their full menu. On the inside it’s a really modern Japanese style with huge windows so tons of light enters the shop. It really makes you feel like you are in Japan and …
Just down the street from LAX, there is this little gem. This is one of the options that would be great if you want something to eat before or after your flight. Ramen Joint is another good choice near LAX. Kanpai is not a dedicated ramen shop. It’s a full scale Japanese restaurant that serves …
They had a soft opening this week, and I decided to head over right after work. I got their signature ramen, aka “The Classic” tonkotsu. The broth is a little lighter pork than I’m used to. The egg was perfect. Came with plenty of thin hard noodles. They use a lot of spinach in the …