Amazing ramen, friendly staff. Lively and relaxing atmosphere. Came here twice and always greatread more

This is my go-to ramen/sushi spot. Usually when people want ramen, I prefer coming here because…read morethere are so many more delicious options. As someone who prefers sushi, this is my kinda joint spot. The dragon balls are worth getting everytime, as well as the salmon lovers roll. The salmon is fresh and high quality considering the price. The bill is never crazy which makes this a spot I'll keep coming back to. Servers are always super attentive and sweet. Clean establishment as well. It can get busy in here sometimes though, so get here early.

This was my go to ramen spot but unfortunately I think they are closed now for what reason idk but…read moreit's a sad day lol first it was out of noodles now just closed Everytime I come

Beyond devastated Yoshiharu is permanently closed. I've taken so many of my friends and family here…read moreas recommendations, and have not had another ramen that comes remotely close to the flavor and umami level of this place. Literally dozens of other places. I'm so bummed. I don't even know where else to go either. Terrible day for rain..

OVERALL : I'm a big fan of HiroNori and have dined at their…read moreother locations several times, but this was my first time at the Orange location. It's def more hidden since it's in a business buiding, but there was still a full house when we visited on a Thurs evening for dinner. We waited around 20 mins to be seated. The ordering process was quick, service was friendly, and the food came out quick. Loved both their ramen and apps! PARKING : This location is a bit unique; it's in a courtyard area of a business building! The parking lot out front was pretty empty when we came around 7pm on a Thursday. We followed signs to get into the courtyard with the storefront. FOOD/DRINKS : Tonkotsu Ramen - Pork Chashu, spinach, green onion, seaweed, bean sprout, half egg -- creamy and flavorful broth, love the toppings and the chashu is some of the most tender I've had! Upgraded to Combo to include a small salad + salmon poke rice bowl - Salad dressing was nice and acidic, helped to have some veg between all the decadent bites! Salmon poke was okay, but I like Spicy Tuna more for sure. Quite a bit of rice in the bowl compared to fish. Spicy Cold Dipping Noodle - Bonito dashi broth w/ chili oil, cold noodles with pork chashu, bamboo, kaiware sprouts, bean sprouts, egg, spinach -- Super refreshing and cold! Loved the vinegar-y refreshing dipping broth. Not spicy to me, but had good chili flavor. Crispy Rice w/ Spicy Tuna - spicy tuna, avocado, crispy rice, eel sauce -- rice was soft yet crispy, not too oily. generous amount of spicy tuna. Matcha Latte w/ Azuki Boba - i like to get this when i dine here -- it's not a strong fancy coffeeshop "double matcha" by any means, but it's not trying to be one. It's a nice creamy matcha drink with red bean flavor thrughout and boba at the bottom. I like it as a sweet treat after all the savory foods!

HiroNori is one of the better tasting Japanese ramen spots in the area. This spot is located in an…read moreoffice building so it may be hard to find at first. Inside is a small but cozy, clean ambiance. Bear in mind that this place is busy so there will most likely be a wait if you go during peak eating times. I always get the same things here - the tonkotsu ramen and chicken karaage with the garlic sauce and house spicy sauce on the side. Servers are friendly and service is always good, as it should be since they apply an automatic 18% tip on the bill. One complaint I have is the portion size on the ramen - it's almost $20 for a bowl but doesn't have enough noodles as I would like. I always feel content but not full so if they were to add more noodles, it would have been a 5 star for me.

This place is nestled in the heart of Old Towne Orange. The place is clean and the staff is…read morefriendly. It tends to get crowded during peak hours on weekends so plan accordingly. We got an order of hot sake, spicy miso ramen, and hanuman ramen. Spicy Miso Ramen- You get chashu, soft boiled egg, bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, and green onions. The meat is tender, broth has a good amount of spice, and the egg and veggies make it hearty. Butaton Ramen- The chashu practically melts at the mouth. The broth is creamy and savory. You get egg, woodear mushrooms, bean sprouts, and green onions add a variety of textures and flavors. House Sake Warm- At 7$ a bottle, this was a steal! It's smooth and hits the spot on a cold day. Great experience overall!

Woke up craving noodles, but more specifically ramen for once. I didn't feel like going all the way…read moreto LA for ramen at my usual spot, so I looked up some places around me and discovered Butaton which I've ridden past multiple times. I ordered the Butaton ramen which had everything I like! Minus the bean sprouts. Pretty good bowl of ramen. The noodles were PERFECTLY al dente. The broth was good, but maybe a tiny bit too salty. You could definitely feel/taste the collagen in the broth which was nice. The pork belly was a bit tough and dry though. Portion wise it's pretty small. At first I was considering doing the lunch special where you can add a beef or chashu bowl for an additional $6, but I thought, "Nah, that's going to be too much food." I guess in the end it worked out. I was the perfect level of full/satisfied. However, if you're starving I would definitely recommend doing the lunch special. It's a nice space to dine at for sure! I enjoyed watching the cars/people flow through the Orange Circle while I was eating. Service was fast/friendly. No complaints there. A little steep on the price versus portion though. This meal was almost $24 after tip for a bowl for ramen. Overall, not bad! I've had much better elsewhere, but out of all the local spots I've tried around me so far, this one is definitely one of the better ones so far.

The food here is delicious. The fried gyoza is crispy and the ramen has so much flavor.read more

Delicious food and warm ambience! I really enjoyed the black garlic ramen. The staff is attentive…read moreand kind.

A Legendary Slurp - Gone But Never Forgotten It is a true…read moretragedy for the Orange County food scene that Hakata Ikkousha in Costa Mesa has closed its doors. This wasn't just a "ramen joint"--it was a masterclass in authentic Fukuoka-style soul food. The Broth: Liquid Gold The standout was always their Signature Tonkotsu broth. You could literally taste the 30+ hours of labor that went into it. It had that distinct "frothy" texture (the bubble of the bone marrow) that you only find in high-end Hakata shops. It was rich, creamy, and carried a deep umami funk without ever being overly greasy. The Hits * Black Tonkotsu: The roasted garlic oil (mayu) added a smoky, dark complexity that ruined all other garlic ramens for me. * God Fire: For those who like to sweat, this offered the perfect balance of heat without sacrificing the integrity of the pork flavor. * The Karaage: Genuinely some of the best fried chicken in the area. Massive, juicy thigh meat with a shattering, thin crust and that addictive spicy mayo on the side. * Customization: I loved that they let you pick your noodle firmness. "Hard" was the only way to go to ensure that perfect snap with every bite. The Atmosphere The Costa Mesa location always had a great energy--functional, clean, and unpretentious. The staff were always efficient, greeting everyone with a loud "Irasshaimase!" that made the experience feel truly authentic. It's heartbreaking to see such a high-caliber spot leave the neighborhood. If you were lucky enough to eat here, you know we lost a heavy hitter. To the team at Ikkousha: thank you for the memories and the best bowls in the city. You'll be sorely missed! Note: For those still craving that specific broth, their Torrance locations are still holding it down--definitely worth the drive to keep the dream alive. Come back to OC! !

I'm heartbroken to find out that my favorite ramen spot has closed down. I wish I had known so I…read morecould have gone back one last time. The Black Devil and God Fire were my favorites. Both had such a rich, deep flavor. I haven't had a broth as good. The chicken karaage was also slept on. It came with just salt and mayo, and it was simple, juicy, and crispy. One day, I'll go to the Torrance location and try Hakata again. Until then...

Been here several times and I've been trying something different each time and each pick has been…read moregreat. Decent portions overall and they rotate their banchan dishes every couple weeks so I got to try an array of stuff I haven't had already. Dolsot bibimbap is solid and I really like to go liberal on the gochujang sauce. Sundubu with mandu is great comfort food and great presentation. Naengmyeon was my choice for my most recent visit since it was a warm day. Noodles were delightfully chewy and were a great option to cool off. All the meat options are good but my favorite has been the spicy pork. Great balance of sweet and spicy. Service is pretty on point and attentive. Showed up right when you need them. The restaurant itself does better with its space than its previous iteration as a ramen spot. Brightly lit and looks great during the day. Have yet to show up for the night though as well as show up when it's not super busy.

The ambiance of the restaurant is great!! Super warm and friendly staff, especially Tony and Megan…read more And the food is so delicious, served super fast. Def one of my favorite go to korean restaurants!

Great experience at Ramen Mura yesterday. The ramen was flavorful with a rich broth, perfectly…read morecooked noodles, and fresh toppings. My server Jose provided excellent service and made us feel very welcome from the start. He was friendly, attentive, and gave great recommendations that we really enjoyed. He checked in at the right times and made sure everything came out just right. I will definitely be coming back and would be happy to have him as our server again.

Ramen Mura is one of those places that is consistent on quality. So it was no surprise it was…read morebusy-- even with take out orders. Through it all Alondra was fabulous. She was able to handle the flow and was so pleasant, even when a customer was incredibly rude to her. Give her so many kuddos for keeping her chill. The Kontatsu broth was the icy and delicious and the noodles were just the right texture. We got the add on sushi and while the coconut crunch roll was not a favorite the ex girlfriend roll and yellowtail star always hit the spot.

Amazing all-around spot! I am SO excited I finally got to try this place and it completely exceeded…read moremy expectations. I made a reservation for the bar (we wanted to do Omakase), and when we arrived at 5:30pm, there was a huge line out the door! Highly recommend a reservation if you do come here. We got seated and our chef's name was Steve. Huge shoutout to Steve, he was incredible, so kind, and provided a wonderful service and experience. We did the 10 piece omakase option and everything was amazing! We also got the Mushroom Miso Soup, Uni Pasta & Pork Belly dish (highly recommend all of these). One more note I wanted to add - from start to finish, the service here was truly wonderful. From our sushi chef, to all of the servers walking around - our waters were always refilled, dirty plates were taken and clean ones were given. Small things that make the entire experience amazing and keep you wanting to come back. Love this spot & can't wait to come again!

I haven't been here in a few years and decided to go back. The quality is still good as before. The…read morecuts of fish were thick. Came at 6 and it was empty, but it started to fill up as the hour passed on. Still would recommend reservations especially if you're wanting to sit at the bar. 12 piece Omakase (top) - Good mix of different fishes. The sea bream and uni were the highlights. Tuna otoro & toro (middle left to right) - Best pieces. Super soft and melts in your mouth especially the otoro. Scallop, yellowtail, salmon (bottom left to right) - The plum topping on the scallop was kinda strange. Scallop was good otherwise and so was the yellowtail. I preferred the cherry salmon over the Scottish salmon. The Scottish had a firmer texture.

This place is located directly next to Bodhi coffee shop on Yorba Linda Blvd just east of Lakeview…read more Arrived here just after 12pm on a Monday. They have the Jiro ramen only on Mondays and I had no idea what that was. We ordered one regular $17 (large is $20 and gigantic) and also ordered a miso ramen. The jiro ramen noodles are totally different. They are a darker brownish colored wheat noodle and thicker than regular ones. It has a nice chewy texture. We opted for no garlic base since some reviewers said it was really strong. They give you a choice to choose fat back in the soup to make it extra rich and also a choice for more or less vegetables. The charsiu pork in this soup is also different than the miso soup. Omg it's so tender, juicy and flavorful. The fat on it is so good and the pieces are thick. Whereas the pork on the miso ramen is thinner, your usual charsiu pork slices, which is more lean but not juicy like the jiro ramen pork. I loved the texture of the thin noodles in the miso ramen as well. The soup base had a garlic taste to it and was accompanied by the bean sprouts and bamboo type vegetables. We also tried the smaller order of the chicken karaage, which was 3 pieces of larger sized pieces. Not small, like your typical karaage. There was lack of flavor so the mayo based dipping sauce helped. Service was great and the lone waitress did a great job in serving, seating, and billing the customers all by herself. Great place!

No more ramen in Yorba Linda anymore! I'm shocked and saddened!…read moreMy family been going there since opening, today we went there for dinner and no OPEN sign was on. When I open the door, inside was dark and furniture all stacked inside. Then realized ramen picture posted was not a menu but MOVED sign. Saw other family came after us and left after reading the sign posted on the door. It was best ramen in Yorba Linda while it lasted.