I am surprised that this place was half empty. I really liked this place. Its a good spot to hangout. 4 LCD screens had news, Miyazaki anime and their chashu torched on the repeat. The food was prepared within timely manner. The tan tan men took slightly longer. The broth was great, not crazily salty but got a kick to it. The chashu wasnt too fat but got a good mixed of marbling. The portion was good. I was full without having side dishes. The waitress was attentive and friendly. Overall, I think this place deserves a 4.5 out of 5. read more

Dashiwa Ramen - Tan tan, without bean sprouts and green onion - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

I had such a hard time deciding on what to get because everything looked so good here! I opted for the shoyu ramen and had no regrets. There's an option to request for less salt in the broth which I really appreciated. It hit the spot without making me feel like I sacrificed my kidney. The texture of the fresh noodles were cooked perfectly and the broth had just the right punch to it without being too oily. The chashu had the right amount of fattiness. My friend got the tonkatsu red and loved it. He's not normally someone that compliments food so I was a bit surprised. We both wiped our bowls clean and left no noodz behind. We also ordered a shareable agedashi tofu which was delicious as well. Service was great. The staff was polite and checked in on us a few times. The space is very modern and well kept. There's a lot of tables so it isn't a problem bringing larger groups here. Parking is very easy since it's in a huge lot. It's been awhile since I've found a ramen spot that thoroughly impressed me. I can't wait to be back to try the rest of the menu items! read more

Dashiwa Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

This place hits the spot as we were returning from Nor Cal. Clean place with friendly staff. Our food came out quick. Our ramens were flavorful and good portioned. The black garlic oil was just right, not overpowering. read more

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Since I had just driven in from Santa Clara, I did no decide to get dinner and Dashiwa until around 7:30 pm. By the time I arrived and parked, it was just shy of 8 pm and there were only two other tables. Service was prompt and professional and I ordered the Tonkatsu Black with had black garlic (yum) added to the broth. Without my asking the server brought out a small starter salad which tasted great and it was much appreciated. Since there weren't many customers the restaurant was pretty quiet which was nice. The ramen itself was quite tasty and the black garlic was worth. I also like the fact that they used the thin noodles. read more

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Food review will be in pics. Service was great. Made sure you had everything you needed. Interior decor is minimalist but just right. read more

Dashiwa Ramen - Right amount of spice for extra spicy. Just enough to make you clear your throat after the initial mix. - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

I came with my mom to try this place out since we pass by it often. We tried the spicy tonkotsu and the shiso ramen. Me and my mom concluded that we both like the shoyu ramen more because it had more flavor without being that milky/thic viscosity. The service was good read more

Dashiwa Ramen - Spicy tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Goes without saying that we always get our moneys worth as a family when we come here. Our plates and bowls are usually wiped clean because we love it so much. My son is a picky eater but yet he can inhale two orders of the chicken cutlet in one sitting. This place is my daughter's favorite ramen spot. Even when we now have moved from the area we still find ourselves coming here. We have been coming here for years and it always feels like we are eating at my grandmas house. The decor and seating is comfortable. Not to mention the great service we get!! One time the manager was there and offered my kids free ice cream. This will always be a part of our favorite restaurants to eat at. read more

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The tonkatsu ramen was pretty good, but nothing stands out in my opinion. The mild spiciness level looked really red and scary, but it wasn't too spicy at all. The restaurant is clean and spacious, the staff are nice, and there is easy parking in the lot. read more

Really enjoyed everything we ordered. The katsu curry was super good and the tonkotsu ramen was great too. My favorite was the lemon soba though, it was really refreshing and had such a nice flavor. I'd definitely come back again! read more

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4 stars for tasty food, big portions, and friendly staff. Ironically, I like their other food more than their ramen, though there have been some hits and misses. *** This small restaurant is located in a quiet strip mall. My bf and I usually come here on a weeknight. Otherwise, they get quite busy with guests and take out orders. Most tables seat 2-4. I like the brightly lit wooden interior. It's casual, with TVs, One Piece figurines, and alcohol bottles decorating the walls. Service is generally good. There was one employee who was super sweet and fast. Another person who might have been the owner was also kind. We've had only one hiccup in our overall dining experience. There was one time when our table didn't receive both entrees at the same time even though every other table did. We basically didn't get to eat together. APPETIZERS ORDERED - Pork Buns ($8.95 - 2 pcs). Juicy, slightly fatty, melt-in-your-mouth ribbons of pork topped with pickled onion, green onion, and a sweet and sour sauce. Delicious! The white bun was also warm and soft. - Spam & Tamago Musubi ($4.5). This was good, but hard to eat because of the sweet soy glaze drizzled on top. It got all over my hands as I was eating, and I'm sure I looked insane. Otherwise, the egg was fluffy and juicy and the spam was not too salty. The rice was perfectly chewy. - Side Salad ($6). Neatly sliced green lettuce topped with canned yellow corn and plum tomatoes. The dressing was light, cool, and refreshing the first time we got it. It was on the blander side with a hint of sesame and herbs. When we ordered it again, the dressing was out of this world! It had smoky roasted sesame, sweetness from some sort of fruit, tanginess, and a hint of spiciness from horseradish or mustard or something. ENTREES ORDERED - Beef Curry with Rice ($14.50). The beef was good and on the thicker side compared to gyudon meat. The curry was also good: savory, slightly sweet, mildly spiced, and not too salty. I really liked the carrot and potato and wished there was more of it. The rice that day was chewy, but a little soft for me. The toppings of green onion, seaweed, and half of a marinated egg were quite generous. In fact, the portion was so massive that I took half of it to go. While the side of miso soup was sort of lacking on the miso, it had a nice umami flavor. The pickled carrot and onion were alright. - Butadon ($14.50). The meat was thicker than I would have liked for a rice bowl. I didn't like the sauce at all; it was very salty and sweet. It also could have used more onion flavor. My bf said the poached egg helped balance the salt. - Cold Original Ramen ($16.50). This was a summer special that seems to have stuck year-round. Even though I don't like cold noodles in general, I enjoyed the chewy texture of this cold ramen noodle. The cherry tomatoes were fresh. Julienned cucumber was also good choice, but the wet lettuce was not for me. I thought the broth was just okay. Something about its acidity and sweetness reminded me of Italian salad dressing without the herbs. - Tonkotsu Original Ramen ($16.95). The serving was large enough for my bf and I to share. I liked the creaminess of the broth, but it was more garlicky than porky - not what I was looking for. The toppings were generous and included 4 slices of chashu instead of only 2 like most places. The chashu had good grilled flavor with a light sweetness, but the meat was harder than I liked. We made the ramen a combo by adding 2 pieces of agedashi tofu for $4. I enjoyed the silken tofu bathing in umami dashi stock. The light fry on the tofu gave it that thin layer of chewy "skin" that I go feral for! For $2, the side of plain blanched bok choy was expensive - but at least it was cooked well. read more

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This place has always been my go to whenever I'm in the area. Each of the ramen they offer are good and flavorful. One dish I don't really like is the Chicken Karaage (hard and stale). The reason I am giving this place 3 stars only because THEY'RE SO STINGY WITH THEIR AC!! It's been like high 90s to 3 digits lately!! Yet they don't have AC OR A FAN FOR THEIR CUSTOMERS?!?!? I came today (07/26/26) I was suffering and sweating while eating my ramen!!! I was about to complain but the table next to us went ahead and did it. Yet the staffs did nothing!!! 0_0.. The people that complained couldn't take it anymore they had to take the food to go!!!!. I guess they expect their customers to faint while eating ramen or something!??!?! Will not be coming back.. read more

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Tried the Mazesoba and Tonkotsu Black and both were so good! The Mazesoba was packed with flavor and had the perfect balance of savory sauce and toppings. The Tonkotsu Black was rich, creamy, and full of deep garlic flavor. Definitely two dishes I'd order again! read more

Dashiwa Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

Really enjoyed my ramen! They give PLENTY of toppings! My only issue was that I wish it was more hot. It came out a bit lukewarm. They were really fast with the food and we were one of the first ones there after they opened at 5pm. The restaurant was also really clean and welcoming! I'll definitely be back! read more

Dashiwa Ramen - Miso ramen mild spicy - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

Came on a Friday around 6 pm. Large parking lot with plenty of spots and we were seated right away. Moderately busy inside. Interior is very clean with a simple, minimal look. Staff was friendly and attentive. We ordered the chashu mazesoba, chicken mazesoba, pork tonkatsu, and pork buns. The pork buns come with two. It had a good pork to bun ratio and they were juicy and packed with flavor. The chashu mazesoba was great and came with three really thick pieces of chashu with a nice fat to meat ratio. Very tender and flavorful. It also comes with vinegar, spicy oil, and pickled radish on the side. The chicken mazesoba felt really skimpy in comparison to the chashu. The chicken was flavorful but sliced very thin, and they initially forgot the ground pork topping, though they brought it out on the side when I asked. The pork tonkatsu was huge and easily enough to share with two people. Probably the best value of the meal. Crispy with good flavor, though I would ask for the sauce on the side next time to keep it crispy. Overall a great spot and I would come back. read more

This place is good food and good service. We always come back here with simple dinner if we don't want to cook.

We tried Dashiwa Ramen and it was definitely worth it. The soups were so flavorful. I ordered the Tonkotsu with chicken, no egg, and my husband got the Mi-So-Hot mild. He didn't really care for the seaweed, but everything else was really good. I thought it was such a cute touch that the soup bowl was served on a little cutting board. For dessert, we got the mini pancake with vanilla ice cream, and it was so delicious. The pancake was stuffed with some kind of filling, which made it even better. The restaurant had a really good vibe and was clean. Our waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable. She even recommended other soups for us to try next time. We both also had the Thai milk tea, which was semi-sweet and very good. I also noticed they have lunch specials on the wall. Definitely worth trying. read more

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Service is very good. The portion of our ramen is big and generous. The food tastes good. I ordered the Tonkotsu Red ramen and it comes with four big slices of meat which is more than average. read more

I don't know why this place isn't packed! Some of the best ramen I've ever had. Plus they are pretty flexible to adjust menu for my preferences (no pork double egg). I love this place. See you soon. read more

Super tasty Ramen/Curry spot. First time trying out this place, the ambience was nice and clean. Loved the Studio Ghibli films playing on their TV. The wall decor was simple and cohesive, the other tv had their menu or picture of items from menu. Ordered online for pick-up. Great amount of food but small, multiple packages. Also wished there was more curry, got enough veggies but not enough sauce. They also forgot utensils but had some at home. Will def come back to try more items, the service dinning in looked good. They bring out your ramen in food cart. read more

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No frills ramen spot that's perfect for a quick, filling meal. Their lunch specials and happy hour deals offer great value, and the staff was happy to provide chili oil on request. I tried the black garlic ramen, which was very satisfying, though the chashu pork had a surprising sweetness to it that felt a bit out of place. read more

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This place's ramen was amazing! Girlfriend and I ordered the chicken katsu curry, tonkotsu spicy ramen, and mazesoba. The chicken katsu itself was nice and crispy and chicken was cooked perfectly. It was really delicious. The curry itself was nothing special, and we've had better. My gf really liked the mazesoba and I really enjoyed my tonkatsu ramen. The broth for my ramen was very rich and flavorful. Perfectly creamy and super tasteful. The chashu was nice and tender as well. Everything about the mazesoba was great as well and my gf had no complaints. Customer service was good and the place is nice and clean with a Japanese authentic vibe. Highly recommend! read more

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We always come for their vegan ramen, the kale tempura is so crispy and delicious. If you never been here before, you need to give it a try. I love their hibiscus drink too. It is so refreshing. The services are great. The restaurant is not big, but it is nice and clean with bright lights. We will be back for sure. Highly recommended. read more

Very cozy little spot for ramen with plenty of parking and friendly staff! Like many of my visits to restaurants, this too was recommended by social media. Good ramen with texture and flavor. Opted for their lunch special, which included their Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen and Gyoza. There are other options available for their lunch special, but the gyoze and ramen combo just spoke to me. Authentic spot for some good ramen. Recommend if you are around the Monrovia/Arcadia area! read more

Dashiwa Ramen - Gyoza - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

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absolutely loved this ramen spot! The broth stood out right away - it has this incredible charred flavor that gives it so much depth and uniqueness. It's smoky, savory, and so different from the typical ramen I've had elsewhere. The noodles were perfectly chewy, and the toppings balanced everything beautifully. You can tell a lot of care goes into crafting each bowl. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to whenever I'm craving ramen with a bold, unforgettable flavor. read more

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We love going to Dashiwa Ramen for a quick ramen fix. They have an extensive menu: ramen, maze men, rice, udon. I got the classic tonkotsu, which was yummy, but the soup wasn't as rich as some of the other ramen places I've been to. The shoyu ramen was a bit salty for our taste. However, the best part about their ramen is the abundance of toppings! The beef udon was very delicious and filling. The katsu was also very well fried, without the meat getting too dry. The only thing I have to say is that the portions are on the smaller side and the food didn't come out as hot as I would've liked. read more

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We came here with our baby and had a great experience. The tonkotsu ramen and set meal were both delicious. The restaurant was very clean, and the staff were friendly and thoughtful, especially with our baby. We'll definitely be back! read more

Dashiwa Ramen - Tonkotsu raman - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

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The store is located in a Plaza with plenty of parking. They have indoor seating including booster seats for kids. I tried the tonkatsu original ramen. The broth was flavorful and the noodles were the right chewiness. It was delicious. Staff was very nice. So generous and friendly of them. I noticed the gentleman would go to tables with kids and give flavored milk. At first I was confused I'm not ordering milk and he said he wanted to give to the kids. Definitely a kid friendly restaurant for a family meal. read more

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Waitress was nice and attentive. There were a decent amount of tables and decor is cute. It was difficult to choose what to eat but decided on the mazesoba. It was reasonably priced and had good flavor. The Brown Sugar Matcha Green tea was soo good! I'd definitely come back to try the other items on the menu. read more

Dashiwa Ramen - Mazesoba - Chasu - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Stopped by Dashiwa Ramen and was pleasantly surprised by their sides! Inari 4 for 20 are huge and worth it--highly recommend the chashu and beef flavors. Musubi and the beef donburi are super tasty and filling. Veggie curry works great as a side, only 4! Soba was refreshing and flavorful. Definitely more than just ramen--great value and variety! read more

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Solid awesome Ramen!!! Service is always good and a clean restaurant! This is our go to for Ramen read more

We chose Dashiwa because it could accommodate all of the dietary restrictions of our party; lactose-free, gluten-free, etc. The restaurant is lovely, airy, open, bright in an inviting way. The service is very good. Our server was friendly and informative, asking questions to make sure we got what we wanted. We had the spectrum of their menu; ramen, udon, appetizers, and drinks. The drinks were great and the food was fresh. The only complaint that I have is that it was uniformly bland. All of the delicious layers of flavor that ramen can have just blended into a mediocre Japanese flavor. Since we went with locals there is a good chance that we will end up there again when we visit, but I will be on the lookout for a standout in the meantime. read more

Authentic Japanese noodle eatery Specializing in Ramen and Udon noodles Dry noodle Mazesoba is the signature As well as soup noodles with Tonkotsu, miso, shoyu, tan tan and cold choice Curry rice 　and curry noodle, udon are also available I ordered the old school shoyu which is a light option with seared chashu Tan Tan noodle comes with ground pork which is a bite on the salty side Fried chicken is a must! Add $3 for the ramen comb choice of fried tofu and ground pork rice Lunch special is available Monday to Friday read more

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If you're looking for the best bang for your buck and good flavor, Dashiwa is the place. Their portions are big and the flavor is bold. For spice lovers, the Tonkatsu Red is a great choice. Most ramen shops only give 1-2 slices of small chasu but this bowl came with 4 meaty slices. read more

*Rating this experience with small child* My son and I LOVE ramen. I can't even begin to count the number of places we've had ramen in the area. Tonight was another night when we were just craving it, so we'd decided to check out Dashiwa Ramen. Overall, not bad at all and we were seated right away. We always get the tonkotsu ramen with added corn and seaweed, as well as a side of edamame as our appetizer. The broth was a tad bit lukewarm and the chashu was a bit burnt, but the flavor was good and the egg was cooked nicely. My son really enjoyed it, he gave it a two thumbs up. We rarely get dessert, but he saw the ice cream + Korean pancake image on one of the advertisements, which looked pretty awesome, so we had to try it. It was honestly better than I thought; the pancake and vanilla ice cream sogged in was a nice treat at the end of the meal. Good meal, worth a visit! read more

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Delightful ramen with lots of toppings inside. The price for this ramen was worth it. Around $17. The service was quick, attentive to our water and the bill. Everything went well except the toilet seat is broken. read more

Dashiwa Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

They offer a variety of ramens, we tried the tonkotsu ramen & really enjoyed it! The broth was flavorful, good amount of toppings included and portion was just right! Service was quick, we ordered and food came out shortly after. We came during lunch and there was a lot of seating available. Parking is easy to find in this plaza. read more

Dashiwa Ramen - tonkotsu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

I love love LOVED their mazesoba!! 10/10 It's perfectly seasoned not greasy at all and all the topping matched together perfectly cuddling together in one biteyou just have to try it yourself. Super cozy vibes as well they are playing studio ghibli movies in the back feels like home when you walk in when the owner greets you nicely. I would definitely come back!! Btw tonkatsu is good too solid ramen and kimchi cold noodles is a good vegan option!! read more

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I am new to the area and this is my favorite new spot. Excellent ramen. Excellent service. Can't say enough good things and can't wait to go back. read more

Ramen was good and hit the spot! Green tea tempura icecream was wonderful. Not sure if they have it anymore though! read more

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One of the best lunch spots in Arcadia when craving ramen! Their ramens are great in size and flavor! Loved their broth and it's rich and chashu were delicious! Perfect lunch spot and services were great! read more

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