seaweed salad and gyoza were great to start! the ambiance feels moderately dedicated towards japanese culture which is always a plus. they may have been understaffed when I came, but service was a bit weak. The ramen entree left a bit more to be desired flavor-wise, but I do really appreciate the vibe in the establishment. I would come again!
Jordan Sachse
Went here on a Wednesday night for dinner and really wanted to like the place but wasn’t impressed. I got the Garnet (miso sauce) and my partner got the Quartz vegan (creamy sauce). Each bowl cost $16 which seems expensive and was by no means a larger than normal size. And adding an egg was $3.50 which seems excessive. Service was also quite slow (20 mins to get food), but the 1 waiter and 1 cook were doing all they could to serve the 6+ groups present. Get them some help! The food was alright but nothing to write home about. Probably won’t come back, unless they hire additional staff.
Ludicrous Entertainment
So, I got one spicy garnet ramen and one spicy miso ramen (can't remember what they were called) along with the kids menu pearl ramen and although the customer service was great, the food wasn't. The broth was oily and the noodles had a rough texture to it as well as the after taste. I spent $70 and from what we got, I don't think it's worth it :/
Alan Wayne
Phenomenal ramen! Imagine my surprise when I realized the 4 seat ramen shop I went to (twice in one trip!) in Tokyo opened up right here in Santa Monica. A deep, soulful shoyu (soy sauce base) ramen it is nevertheless light on the stomach and somehow, despite the depth of flavor, completely vegan!Shoyu is not a style we've seen proliferate here in California (plenty of "top" spots are Tonkotsu or even Tsukemen specialists) but this is the style that Tokyo is known for, but is hard to do "right". This is by far the best Shoyu I've had in the states.This is a gem right on the edge of the gem of Tongva park and all LA ramenheads and those looking for a flavorful and healthier bowl of noodle soup should run right over here.
Dr. Kageyama
It’s easy to find this parking, and good for free. Secured parking too.
Joseph Park
Food was good. Service was good. Workers were nice. Not expensive.Only thing was the environment. No music. Felt like we were eating at the construction site.I still recommend as their remen was tasty and people were nice.
karim qedan
Very nice and chill atmosphere, great selection of ramen on the menu but I decided to get the crispy chicken over rice. The food was great, I just felt like the chicken was a bit chewy and had a lot of fat in it. I was basically was eating around the fat, but it was good overall, also I asked for a fork because I didn’t wanna use my chopsticks and the server got me a mini tiny fork? Not sure what that’s about considering I’m a 6 foot guy with big hands so I felt awkward eating. But the server was great! He was fast & very helpful.
Armando Cervantes
Very clean and welcoming place. They offer large meals and for inexpensive rates. I enjoyed the meals very much and the staff were very friendly and informative. I recommend this place.
Lionel Reeves
This place is excellent! Good prices, considerable portions and the staff are consistently very nice.
dewie112
Ordered spicy garnet ramen, crispy chicken, gyoza. Was a good lunch and nice feast after going to the park.
Tried to ramen in a rainy slow day. The bun was terrible and ramen was not ready after 40 mins. Ramen was fine but expensive.
Mid WilShuttle
Great parking entrance!
Dr_cooke
Place could be much better with some more friendliness from their staff. Food was OK-ish and pricing was correct, but our waitress was extremely unfriendly and even rude at some times. Lighting is poor, it was funny to see people swithching on their phone lanterns to read the menu.
DominoVivien
I’ve been here a few times, will return! Ramen is excellent but other menu items are fabulous! Try the Brussel sprouts, fried chicken or avocado bowls, all extremely tasty! Friendly team, fast service, take out or delivery, nice if you are at nearby hotel!
seaweed salad and gyoza were great to start! the ambiance feels moderately dedicated towards japanese culture which is always a plus. they may have been understaffed when I came, but service was a bit weak. The ramen entree left a bit more to be desired flavor-wise, but I do really appreciate the vibe in the establishment. I would come again!
Went here on a Wednesday night for dinner and really wanted to like the place but wasn’t impressed. I got the Garnet (miso sauce) and my partner got the Quartz vegan (creamy sauce). Each bowl cost $16 which seems expensive and was by no means a larger than normal size. And adding an egg was $3.50 which seems excessive. Service was also quite slow (20 mins to get food), but the 1 waiter and 1 cook were doing all they could to serve the 6+ groups present. Get them some help! The food was alright but nothing to write home about. Probably won’t come back, unless they hire additional staff.
So, I got one spicy garnet ramen and one spicy miso ramen (can't remember what they were called) along with the kids menu pearl ramen and although the customer service was great, the food wasn't. The broth was oily and the noodles had a rough texture to it as well as the after taste. I spent $70 and from what we got, I don't think it's worth it :/
Phenomenal ramen! Imagine my surprise when I realized the 4 seat ramen shop I went to (twice in one trip!) in Tokyo opened up right here in Santa Monica. A deep, soulful shoyu (soy sauce base) ramen it is nevertheless light on the stomach and somehow, despite the depth of flavor, completely vegan!Shoyu is not a style we've seen proliferate here in California (plenty of "top" spots are Tonkotsu or even Tsukemen specialists) but this is the style that Tokyo is known for, but is hard to do "right". This is by far the best Shoyu I've had in the states.This is a gem right on the edge of the gem of Tongva park and all LA ramenheads and those looking for a flavorful and healthier bowl of noodle soup should run right over here.
It’s easy to find this parking, and good for free. Secured parking too.
Food was good. Service was good. Workers were nice. Not expensive.Only thing was the environment. No music. Felt like we were eating at the construction site.I still recommend as their remen was tasty and people were nice.
Very nice and chill atmosphere, great selection of ramen on the menu but I decided to get the crispy chicken over rice. The food was great, I just felt like the chicken was a bit chewy and had a lot of fat in it. I was basically was eating around the fat, but it was good overall, also I asked for a fork because I didn’t wanna use my chopsticks and the server got me a mini tiny fork? Not sure what that’s about considering I’m a 6 foot guy with big hands so I felt awkward eating. But the server was great! He was fast & very helpful.
Very clean and welcoming place. They offer large meals and for inexpensive rates. I enjoyed the meals very much and the staff were very friendly and informative. I recommend this place.
This place is excellent! Good prices, considerable portions and the staff are consistently very nice.
Ordered spicy garnet ramen, crispy chicken, gyoza. Was a good lunch and nice feast after going to the park.
Restaurantji Recommends
Tried to ramen in a rainy slow day. The bun was terrible and ramen was not ready after 40 mins. Ramen was fine but expensive.
Great parking entrance!
Place could be much better with some more friendliness from their staff. Food was OK-ish and pricing was correct, but our waitress was extremely unfriendly and even rude at some times. Lighting is poor, it was funny to see people swithching on their phone lanterns to read the menu.
I’ve been here a few times, will return! Ramen is excellent but other menu items are fabulous! Try the Brussel sprouts, fried chicken or avocado bowls, all extremely tasty! Friendly team, fast service, take out or delivery, nice if you are at nearby hotel!
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