Jinya is a chain of shops with nearly 40 locations scattered all across the nation. I affectionally consider them the leader of the chains. From this chain you can count on a wide variety of ramen options to chose from. Each shop has slightly different menu items. Some locations serve adult beverages while others don’t. …
Rarely do I indulge my self in purely vegan dishes. But, I am an omnivore and I’m always willing to try new things. Right before LA paused dine in service this week I was able to enjoy some dine in deliciousness at one of my favorite establishments. Behold the Vegan Soba. I felt light, refreshed, …
After a studio tour at near by Paramount Studios, I decided to take my Dad to Iki Ramen. Iki happens to be just a few minutes south of the studio. I’ve been to this shop previously and written about it here. I can tell that the owner really cares about producing quality bowls of ramen. …
EAK is known for the “IEKEI” style ramen. It’s a popular style of ramen that combines chicken and pork broth with thick round noodles and is topped with spinach, garlic paste, and onions. From the outside. It’s on a busy street. Needed a beer on this hot day in Central LA. Their gyoza …
This place had recently reopened after having been closed for a couple of months. It was a mystery as to why they had shut down with out any notice. I had a really good experience when I was here last and it had lots of positive reviews on Yelp. I’ve come to find out they …
Venice Ramen is one of my local favorites. I recommend you check this place out when you are in the area. I’ve enjoyed and written about other bowls at Venice Ramen here and here. On the Web @ https://www.veniceramen.com/ Located @ 515 Washington Blvd, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 This broth is pretty sweet. That’s …
I got to meet up with a fellow ramen head, Bill at this location during a lunch break. I’ve been here before and previously had the chashu ramen. You can check it out here. Green chili shio is spicy, but not overwhelming. Curly noodles were easy to slurp. This was a really satisfying bowl for …
One reason to love a ramen shop is when they give you a piece of paper so that you can customize your ramen order. For example, you can specify how you want your noodles cooked, hard or soft. Broth, light or normal, etc. This is one of the reasons that I love the Hakata Ikkousha …