Kontentsu South Pasadena

Omg best yakitori I have ever had. The service was spot on , the food amazing . I love absolutely everything I order

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I'm not usually a fan of Japanese food, but the pork/rice dish I had ( name not remembered) was excellent. Everyone else in our party, including our granddaughters, thoroughly enjoyed their meals as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Hot take: way better than Silverlake Ramen down the street. Better portions. Better food. They can easily accommodate my kid’s random eating habits and they have options outside of ramen for that one person in the group that just isn’t in the mood. Staff is nice and attentive without hovering. So happy they’re back open again. The remodel is great! No notes from a design point of view.

Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options and modifications.

Dietary restrictions: That same kid is a vegetarian and they have no issues augmenting things for her.

Parking: Parking is shared with the small shopping center. Plenty.

Kid-friendliness: We always have our kid with us when we eat here. It’s usually her idea.

Wheelchair accessibility: There’s a ramp into the sidewalk. The restaurant isn’t cramped. Plenty of room for a few wheelchairs in there simultaneously.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Spicy Miso Ramen, Curry Fries

How did we not know about this place? Amazing Ramen in a simple but classy setting. Much more than just ‘that place opposite Bristol Farms’. Spicy Mazemen was delicious with plenty of flavor and the right amount of ‘kick’. Will definitely now keep this on our list of regular places locally.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fresh and very good Japanese food at reasonable prices. Very good service too. Best Japanese dining in the area

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing place, amazing atmosphere, and amazing food.
A really nice time and we will definitely be visiting again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Modan Ramen Combo with Pork Belly Rice Bowl, Sushi

I love this place! My 9 year old is a very picky eater but not here! We usually go to the one in Montrose but this day we were out shopping in Pasadena so we came here. We had a lovely lunch with delicious food and a insanely inexpensive ticket. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

They changed the ramen something is off. Was not pleased

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Best Brussel sprouts!!!

Despite the new decor the tonkatsu black ramen was disappointing as broth was cold, meat was dry and not the same as before. We were the only people dining in a Sunday afternoon. Maybe a new cook or not a manager controlling the quality? Lots of restaurants are going to tough times these days and is hard to find a good place serving good fare at reasonable prices. What seems to be the problem?

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 4

Tonkotsu Black was amazing, i will be back for the kimchi ramen. service peeps were great and attentive. Everything was a step up! ty!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Arrived at 8:15 on a Saturday to find the doors were locked but people were inside dining. A waiter waved us off so we left. 9:00 pm must be the time they're tucked into bed. Adorable.

Service: 1

I will try the thicker noodle and keep you at 5 star then. Since your black ramen broth is out of this world and you sear the pork perfectly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Solid ramen spot in South Pasadena, great, attentive, chill service on a stormof a Sunday, served food nearly after I placed my order, reasonable prices for portions given, generous on your chashu pork & kimchi for kimchi ramen, appreciate they saved me from overeating & just took the small portion of food I wasn’t able to finish. Broth & noodles were warm with good texture on the noodles. Didn’t even ask for a tip, pleasant surprise beyond the meal before I took off. Ambiance is definitely relaxed and they maintain a clean restroom if you need to use it of course. -would give business again

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food is great. ❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Poke Bowl