Ramen & Tsukemen TAO

Love this place!!! First time coming here. I was kinda surprised to see how small it was but the did not disappoint! I got the white miso n beef bowl delicious!!! 10/10

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: White Miso Ramen

Great foods and reasonable prices! Service was also really good! Friendly staff!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Spicy Miso Tsukemen もっと辛くても良いです

High quality ramen and flavor overall. Priced higher than your typical ramen resto, but you’ll be happy knowing that the price point is reflected on the food quality.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Miso Tsukumen Dipping Noodles, Ramen Gyoza, Chicken Ramen

Delicious, the soup is thick, noodle is good

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wow, so incredibly good! Got the spicy white ramen and it's actually spicy. One of my top ramen spots forever.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tao Tsukemen Ramen is hands down one of the best ramen experiences I’ve had! The broth was rich and flavorful, perfectly complementing the chewy noodles. The tsukemen style is unique, and the dipping sauce was absolutely delicious with just the right balance of savory and umami. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. Every ingredient tasted fresh and high quality. If you’re a ramen lover, this place is a must-visit. I will definitely be coming back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wife had the spicy miso which was amazing. Kids meal was perfect for child. Gyoza was not special but good. I had the chicken paitan - was hoping for a more substantial broth - it was more clean, without viscosity, possibly slightly under seasoned. Overall good and go early. Unfortunately too many panhandlers around bothering patrons.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

If you’re looking for a great ramen experience in OC, this is it right here. I had a good variety of ramen and this place is probably the best ramen I have so far. Everything was just perfect. The waitress and staff are very friendly. Place is small so there’s not a lot of seating but trust me, it’s worth the wait.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Spicy Miso Tsukemen もっと辛くても良いです, White Miso Ramen

The flavor, the environment, all amazing. The Chashu Red Miso ramen was immaculate, I swear I would eat it all day if I could. Parking can be difficult if it’s busy but wait times are low despite that.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: White Miso Ramen

Good value, quality and service. Tasty ramen. Wait was not as bad as other ramen places in Sawtelle.

Delicious!!! Broth done soo right!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: White Miso Ramen

The taste is delicious, but the attitude of the staff...
Women can't work, and even though they're clearly Japanese, it's a bit funny for them to speak English.
The people in the kitchen should have just smiled and said hello, but they were so ugly...
If the food tastes like this, I'd probably go somewhere else with better service.

Really good ramen the environment was great and service was good supper nice and attentive would come again also good price for the amount of food that is served

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I came after I ordered online and it was ready by the time I came the food was glad and the service was fast.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Authentic ramen place. 2022-2024 Michelin plate award. The broth is thick. Not for people don't like salty taste.
The place is tiny, 5-6 tables, might have to wait during lunch or dinner time.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: White Miso Ramen