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Hiyashi Chuka @ RamenYa

Zac — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 05:03:49 +0000

Hiyashi Chuka from RamenYa, tucked away in a tiny strip mall at the corner of Ocean Park Blvd. and Gateway—now that’s a dish! Cold, soupless noodles, perfectly dressed in a soy sesame sauce. Topped off with quality chicken, crisp cucumber, a beautifully fried egg, fresh tomato, bean sprouts, seaweed, red ginger, and dry seaweed. And let me tell you about that spicy mustard on the side—it’s not for the faint of heart. Used just a dab of it. With this scorching heat in Los Angeles, this dish is exactly what you need. Absolutely spot on!

You’re going to love this shop. Operating since 1990, RamenYa has firmly established its place in the local culinary scene. And there’s a bonus—right next door, you’ll find Tokyo Kalbi, a Japanese BBQ style restaurant, and it’s under the same esteemed ownership as RamenYa. The extensive menu at RamenYa offers old-school ramen that’s hard to find at many other places and is reminiscent of what you’d find at Foo Foo Tei, Kouraku, or Umemura.

Ramen Ya LA Menu

A view from the top

Cold Noodles

Ramen Ya West LA

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Ban Ban Chicken Mazemen @ Tonchin LA

Zac — Mon, 29 May 2023 20:44:53 +0000

Introducing a delightful soupless noodle dish from a new ramen shop in Los Angeles! This delectable creation features chilled homemade noodles that are perfectly cooked and refreshing. The star of the dish is the Tonchin signature sauce, which brings a harmonious blend of savory and umami flavors.

Nestled atop the noodles is succulent slow-cooked chicken, tender and full of rich taste. The dish is further enhanced with the addition of crisp bean sprouts, providing a delightful crunch and a touch of freshness. Fragrant scallions lend their aromatic essence, elevating the overall experience.

For an added textural delight, cashew nuts are sprinkled on top, imparting a pleasant nutty crunch that complements the other ingredients. Lastly, a sprinkle of fried garlic adds a hint of aromatic depth to the dish, enhancing its overall flavor profile.

Together, these ingredients create a sensational soupless noodle dish that offers a harmonious fusion of flavors and textures. It’s a must-try for ramen lovers seeking a unique and satisfying culinary experience in Los Angeles.

Tonchin LA Ramen Menu

Chilled homemade noodles, Tonchin signature sauce, slow cooked chicken, bean sprouts, scallion, cashew nuts, and fried garlic

Noodle Pull after mixing up all the ingredients.

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Annex Dry Style @ Tsujita Artisan Noodle Annex

Zac — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 18:31:39 +0000

Renowned for delivering bold, tonkotsu pork flavors through their signature ramen and tsukemen, Tsujita Artisan Noodle Annex on Sawtelle Blvd also presents a remarkable alternative – the Annex Dry Style ramen. This dish showcases the versatility and ingenuity of the Tsujita Artisan Noodle Annex culinary team.

The Annex Dry Style ramen veers from the traditional soup-based ramen, offering a brothless version instead. This unique ramen is served with a sauce that captures the robust, earthy essence of mushrooms, amplifying the depth of flavors and providing a delightful contrast to the usual pork-centric fare.

Complementing the mushroom sauce, the dish features thick, chewy noodles, an ideal choice to carry the rich, robust flavors. The Tsujita Artisan Noodle Annex ensures a variety of textures and tastes by topping the ramen with crispy fried onions, finely chopped chashu, crunchy bean sprouts and cabbage.

To finish, a soft-boiled egg adds a touch of creaminess and a sprinkle of green onions provides a fresh counterpoint. The Annex Dry Style ramen at Tsujita Artisan Noodle Annex is not just a dish; it’s an exploration of unique flavor profiles, making this spot a standout in the ramen landscape of Los Angeles.

Tsujita Tsukemen Menu

Tsujita Annex Ramen Menu

Tsujita Ramen Menu

Umami sauce base with intense mushroom flavors, thick noodles, and toped with fried onion, chopped chashu, bean sprouts, cabbage, soft boiled egg, and green onion.

Close up on chopped chashu

Tsujita Annex Dry Style Noodle Pull

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Mapo Yakisoba @ Eboshi Ramen

Zac — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 22:35:29 +0000

Eboshi Ramen Menu Part 1

Eboshi Ramen Menu Part 2

Eboshi Ramen Menu

Mapo Yakisoba – aka “Iron Chef Mapo Yaki” – Sweet and Spicy Mapo sauce with minced ground pork and tofu on pan fried noodles.

Up close

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Gomoku Yakisoba @ Eboshi Ramen

Zac — Sun, 12 Feb 2023 22:06:49 +0000

Eboshi Ramen Menu Part 1

Eboshi Ramen Menu Part 2

Eboshi Ramen Menu

Gomoku Yakisoba – Stir fried veggies and pork with thick sauce on pan fried noodles.

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Mazemen @ Jikasei Ramen

Zac — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 15:57:00 +0000

Mazemen – pork, thick noodle, bean sprout, cabbage, green onion, pickled red onion, chili paste, poached egg, lime, and seaweed. This also has some extra smokey pork that is amazing.

Up close

Mixed up everything and pull the noodles.

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Ban-Ban-zi Soba @ Ichimiann

Zac — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 01:22:44 +0000

Soba with added tempura.

Sesame soup with chicken breast and cucumber. Served with a side of homemade spicy sauce. This was another awesome bowl for a hot day. Really refreshing, cooling, and satisfying.

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Cajun Mazemen @ Silverlake Ramen

Zac — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 23:54:53 +0000

Silverlake Ramen Manhattan Village Menu

Cajun Mazemen

Chicken stock blended with cajun sauce, corn, green onions, lime, shrimp, pork sausage, fresh garlic. Served with thick noodles.

Noodle Pull

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Keema Noodle @ Menya Tigre

Zac — Sun, 03 Jul 2022 21:57:01 +0000

Homemade dry keema curry topped with pico de gallo, shredded chilli peppers, green onions, and corn.

Close up on the noodles.

Thick, chewy, and yellow noodles.

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Mazemen @ Mogumogu

Zac — Sat, 23 Apr 2022 23:27:27 +0000

Tokyo Mazemen from Mogumogu. Spicy minced pork, poached egg, scallion, chives, seaweed flakes, minced garlic, fish powder. Thick chewy noodles.

Up close from the side.

Mixed up well…

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