Ramen Restaurants near Venice, CA

“The best local sushi spot in Venice. I love the indoor/outdoor vibe — it’s perfect to watch a game (they have huge screens). The fish is always fresh and the bamboo sake is alway cold. They also have amazing mochi, ask for the mochi tower.“

“We are vegan and went with the Spicy Miso Ramen, it didn't disappoint. One suggestion, if you want the extra spice kick, ask for their chili oil, it really amped up the ramen overall.
Our kid enjoyed the mushroom bao too.

For parking, you can get lucky by finding a street parking behind the restaurant.“

“m/ Really good spicy awesome noodles 🍜“

“Definitely worth visiting. The signature ramen is so creamy, mochi noodles are great texture & wagyu mixed nigiri so so worth the price. Wagyu was so buttery & smoky. Uni & ikura are so sweet. So happy now that tummy is full. Will definitely be back to check out other dishes.“

“One of the most consistent bowls of Ramen around prices, haven’t gone up by much. I always recommend the black squid ink (8/10) Ramen with pork belly (much better than the original flavor w/char sui, which i’d rate as 7.3/10), thick noodles, extra egg, 10/10 spice level (lvl 3 spice level is child’s play). Honestly better than most Ramen I’ve had in Japan. The chicken karage is top tier as well—highly recommend. Prices have gone up a few dollars over the years but still cheap place to eat out relative to other places! Can get noodle refill which is amazing.
Line can be long (at every location, for good reason) so I recommend coming after 8:15pm tbh“

“Good and delicious food…happy hour is great!“

“The thick pork bone and fish soup has a deep umami flavor and a slightly smoky taste which is unique. A very good experience.“

“Always consistent and always on point with great service keep up the good work and thank you & arigato :)“

“The best ramen in Culver City! I first had Ippudo in New York over a decade ago went it was arguable the top ramen spot in the entire city. Since then I’ve had it in Tokyo and now am so glad to have here in Culver. The Akamaru Modern is still as excellent and balanced a bowl as it’s always been.“

“I came here by myself around 4pm so it was between lunch and dinner rush. There was just another patron so the restaurant was quiet. I ordered the Green Gyoza and the House Ramen.

Both dishes were delicious. The gyoza had edamame and tofu inside. The sauce was sweet and spicy which complemented the gyoza well. The ramen broth was made from bonito flakes, kombu seaweed, scallops, and pork oil so it was very flavorful and light. It's possible to finish the whole soup if one wasn't full. It didn't have that heavy, oily feeling that one does with pork based ramen. They had red pepper powder and fried garlic pieces at the table to add more flavor to your soup.

This restaurant is Vegan friendly and will definitely come back to try their vegan ramen.

Service was great due to the restaurant being practically empty so I cannot speak about their busy hours.“

“When I'm looking for a bite before a show, I'm looking for a few specific metrics:

A place I can sit down and have a conversation with someone.
Something quick so I can get in and out.
Food that fills but does not bloats.

Torisoba Tonsho fulfilled all three of those metrics with flying
colors! The katsu was light and delicious, the ambiance was comfortable, and importantly the waitstaff were attentive and very understanding of the pre-show time crunch!“

“Came for a quick dinner bite. Food was tasty and service was efficient. Easy dine out option for kids. Curry ramen is unique, and actually goes well with the karaage. Egg yolk in ramen wasn't runny. Karaage sando was tasty and a good value.“

“Great price, great food, great atmosphere. Came here late with my friends, and Stella was an extremely accommodating and warm hostess. Even without getting extra toppings, it’s plenty of food. Extra noodles is great value to stretch your bowl if you’re really hungry.“

“Best ramen in LA. Hip atmosphere. Great service. Friendly workers. Highly recommend it.“

“Sooooooo good! My daughter loves Ramen and this is the tastiest we’ve tasted so far! The sliced chicken was seasoned properly and the broth was so good! Noodles were cooked to perfection! Definitely a repeat situation!!!“

“So friendly! So great! So yummy! The Spicy Cold Tofu special is amazing! �����“

“The ramen was great! Portions were good, broth was nice, noodles were cooked well. Toppings, however, are limited to only 3. I got the curry ramen which was different but unique. Also got garlic edamame...for the price it was a small portion but tasted great.

The service was fast. You order through tablets outside or inside. Reminiscent of Japan.

There's bar seating and a couple booths inside with additional seating outside. The space is very cozy and welcoming. Downside is parking. Its only street parking or if youre lucky the lot across the street.“

“Very good and genuine broths. Second best ramen in Alhambra. Kosuke on Main is my favorite.“

“I stumbled across this restaurant in El Segundo while I was on a business trip. this place is awesome! I got the black garlic hanasaku Ramen bowl, goyza, and a strawberry tea. the employees were so friendly and the food was fast, fresh, and delicious! I wish this was available in my local area, it would be a huge hit.“

“I don’t understand why this restaurant doesn’t have 5 stars!!! I mean, the food was very good, the ambience was beautiful and specially the customer service!! I don’t know the name of the guy and sorry about that I didn’t ask it, but I think you’ll know who we are. The girl in a purple dress and the guy with green sueter. We asked for ramen and poke bowl and they comes with very very delicious appetizers and boba drinks !! Like what ??? Really really amazing!! And honestly I’m soooo strict with customer service and this guy was really amazing!! Give him an increase in his salary!!
Thanks again for everything. I’ll definitely come back again.“

“great food. Good service. decent prices“

“Been wanting to try this place for a couple years now. Glad we finally did. Excellent food, much better than any Jinya Ramen. We had a bunch of appetizers. Indeed, their Takoyaki was amazing, Howard Yang! 😍 We had 2 seasonal specials, the Spicy Crispy Shrimp Roll and the cold Tan Tan ramen. Both were fantastic, albeit a bit too spicy for me. Service is super friendly. We will definitely be back. Want to try a bunch of other things, including the hot ramens.“

“I was in the area so stopped by for their mazemen. It was delicious and tasty and the portions were very big. I struggled to finish the noodle and had to get the rice to go. Price is a little on the high side but makes sense for the quality of food. If you haven't had this style of ramen before, this is a great place to try!“

“深みのある濃厚鶏白湯ラーメン🍜 つけ麺やカレーも美味しいです 😋😋😋😋“

“We loved the authentic noodles and warm hospitality. Our lovely server also recommended me to drink the Tenth degree ginjo instead of regular sake, which I liked a lot.“

“Ramen were super good and excellent customer service.“

“I've been coming here for a long time, and they never disappoint. The chicken ramen is always delicious, and the fried chicken is crispy, juicy, and full of flavor. The staff is friendly, the service is fast, and the food is consistently excellent. One of my favorite ramen spots. Highly recommend!“

“The food was pretty good. We got the vegan ramen and dumplings, and while they were both tasty and filling, I think the ramen was just a little bland. It needed more salt or something. The waitress was very nice, but hard to get a hold of. There's also included gratuity if that rubs you wrong. Overall, it's worth a visit.“

“yummmmm so good. highly recommend“

“Peter is the best ! The omakase is excellent“

“What unbelievable wonderful flours this is really a fantastic place to eat only recommended super friendly with a great vibe I strongly suggest getting the tongue Katsu miso bowl and it was so delicious and we really enjoyed everything we had especially the teriyaki chicken and your family will love and enjoy this absolutely fantastic Ramen place to eat highly recommend recommended and don't worry about the parking there's plenty of parking in case people decide to both double park in front of the place there's still an apple way to get here do not worry highly recommended go see Abel for a smile“

“Excellent ramen with a unique chicken-based broth! The Japanese BBQ chicken ramen was rich, smoky, and incredibly flavorful, with perfectly chewy noodles. The charcoal-grilled chicken was tender and delicious. The cozy ambiance makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a little ramen shop in Japan. Definitely one of the best ramen spots I’ve tried!“

“Awesome little neighborhood place that is open late and has a great happy hour. The staff is so sweet and friendly every time. Millennial nostalgia J-pop being played at a REASONABLE volume makes for a cozy vibe. The ramen is tasty and they do interesting collaborations with other restaurants sometimes. Portions are generous so you feel like you're getting good value for your dollar.“

“My dinner at Kanpai Sushi in Santa Monica was nothing short of extraordinary. Chef Yoshi is a true master sushi chef. While he may not be new to the craft, his skill, precision, and deep understanding of traditional sushi brought me back to a time when sushi was simply done right.

In fact, Chef Yoshi could probably serve me a shoelace, and it would be the best thing I’ve ever eaten.

Everything was exceptionally fresh. The wasabi had a vibrant freshness that elevated every bite, and the ginger practically melted in my mouth. I sampled as much toro as I could possibly eat, along with an incredible selection of fish that showcased Chef Yoshi’s mastery and attention to detail.

The Kumamoto oysters were so delicious they made me want to kiss my fingers and thank the heavens. The uni was phenomenal and remains one of my favorite bites of the evening. However, the biggest surprise was the seared salmon belly. It was my first time trying salmon prepared that way, and it absolutely blew my mind.

Instead of ending the meal with dessert, I finished with a hand roll that combined fresh tuna and crispy shrimp tempura, topped with eel sauce. The contrast of cool, fresh tuna and warm, crunchy shrimp tempura created an unforgettable bite and was a complete game changer.

I’ve been eating sushi since I was 18 years old, and now well into my 50s, I can confidently say this is the best sushi restaurant I have ever experienced. Beyond the incredible food, the staff was attentive, professional, and genuinely respectful throughout the entire evening.

I have officially found my favorite sushi spot.

Thank you, Chef Yoshi. I’ll be back very soon.

— Linda“

“this place was amazing. staff was very nice and the food was amazing.“

“A little bit okay. Broth wasn't as tasty as other places, but it was okay, not too bad....“

“We’ve been eating here for years, maybe 5 times a month. The service is friendly and quick. The food is delicious. I almost always get one of the ramens (I have five is six favorites) and they build the flavors carefully. I’d seriously say the whole operation is top notch. We tend to get there a bit before the rush so almost never have to wait for a table. I’ve tried my wife’s choices, (fried chicken, gyoza, green beans w/garlic, etc.) and I promise you the whole menu is terrific.“

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“About Me: I am Level 7 Local Guide who is ranked top 10% of Google Restaurant Reviewers and have 15M+ views. I am a born and raised NYer who now lives in Los Angeles. I do not receive compensation for these reviews.

Now that the weather is getting colder, I am naturally gravitate to more warming foods like Ramen. I am currently on a Ramen tear so expect to see more reviews of other places that serve Ramen.

I am big fan of Mitsuwa Market, a Japanese market in Venice that is sort of a food court and mini-mall to all things Japanese. Hokkaido is just one of the establishments housed in the market. Their menu is extensive for such a small kitchen. You sit in a communal food court area that has someone clearing tables which is nice. This is a no frills kind of place so don’t expect much in the way of environment or service. Nevertheless everyone is very kind and polite. I ordered a basic pork Ramen which very good. Quality of the pork is always a distinguishing factor and here it was average. That being said the broth is also key and I found it very rich and tasty. I have been here twice now and will be back again.“

“Friendly environment. Fast service, Fresh food, clean. love the Poke there.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely amazing ramen! New favorite spot.
Stopped by Chibiscus for lunch, and it totally blew me away. I ordered the ramen, and it was a solid 10/10.
The broth was rich, flavorful, and had the perfect depth to it. Exactly what you look for in a great ramen.
The toppings were incredibly fresh. The egg was cooked to perfection with that nice, jammy yolk, the bean sprouts added a great crunch, and the meat was super tender.
The portion size is great—definitely leaves you full and satisfied.
The place is clean, the service is fast, and the vibe is very welcoming. If you’re looking for authentic, comforting ramen, this is the spot. I’ll definitely be coming back to try more of the menu. Highly recommend!“

“They accommodated all ten of us. It was a spontaneous reunion for us.“

“Amazing service and food. Great surprise too that the restaurant is run by actual Japanese people so you're getting real authentic food. Everything from the sashimi, hot green tea and tempura was fresh and came out fast. If you're in the area, especially going to or from LAX, definitely stop by Kanpai Japanese restaurant.“

“great service, wonderful staff and food was amazing“

“สนุกสนานอาหารอร่อย บรรยากาศดีมีระดับ“

“Best sushi in the city! You feel like you’re in Tokyo.“

“While the ramen is quite good, try their other non-ramen offerings. Katsu curry rice is very good here (katsu pork was prepared perfectly and curry flavorful) as well as their gyudon (beef over rice). Service as fast, friendly and attentive and the dining area was very clean. Value for the meal is excellent especially for West LA! Cannot recommend enough!“

“Excellent Sushi and service! The garlic edamame was delicious! Service was fast and friendly and they have PARKING!!“

“This Ramen is worth the 15 minutes walk from gate 130 in LAX to gate 200. Soooooo good. They are well known for the 20 hrs simmered pork bone broth. Origin from Hokkaido. It's not cheap but it's about as much as anything else inside the airport but you get amazing food. Highly recommended. I got the Tonkotsu Beef Ramen, recommended by the cashier, and it did not disappoint!“