SO UPSET WITH NEW MENU. I've been coming here for 5+ years and just recently discovered that the menu has changed. They've taken my beloved "downtown" style ramen off the menu. It was the most unique style of ramen with a vinegar-y and less peanut buttery flavor. Service and ambiance are always great here but what keeps me coming back is the downtown style. Also, my no soup ramen didn't come with rice like it has in the past. I'm extremely disappointed and will not be frequenting this place as much. read more

LOVE killer Noodle, one of my new favorite spots, The ramen is so good, very peanut forward flavor. My friend wasn't a fan of the cashews on top but I was besides that they loved it too. The dry version is just as good maybe better and I wish I could come once a week! It's right by my job so I come by once or twice a month , every time I come by it's around lunch time and there's no wait. The parking outside sucks 90% of the time, so we pay for parking in the parking structure around the corner. The pork bun was not good at all. I'll be back for ramen, and skip the pork bun :p the spicy mango margarita is good too. The staff is friendly and pretty attentive. read more

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I came as I had heard many good things but left a bit disappointed. First, the diner style seating had serious holes where we were led to sit. The foam was coming out of the seat and looked unkempt - it wasn't just our seat, but the same situation was happening on the left. Then, the food came out - my friend and I, we both got the Dan Dan ramen. The flavor was ok but the soup was not very hot for both of our bowls - in fact it was close to lukewarm, which is not what you expect when you order a bowl of ramen. I left a bit disappointed. read more

The Dan Dan noodles here are slurping legit. I'm talking eat every spoonful of the broth and be sure to order extra noodles. Yes, do not disobey me. If you love sesame and peanut flavors you have come to the right spot. Service was efficient like you'd expect from a class ramen noodle bar. read more

Killer Noodle - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Japanese take on Chinese dan dan noodles. I've heard really good things about Killer Noodle and it didn't disappoint. Although you need to come with an open mind on what to expect as the best thing on the menu here is not the traditional tonkotsu ramen but rather the dan dan noodles. Make sure you read through the ingredient list and pick what toppings you like. I'm personally not a very big fan of bean sprouts and honestly wish I had ordered my noodles without it. That said, it did add a nice crunchy texture to every bite. If you come during lunch hours, they have a lunch special which gives you a selection of two noodles, two toppings, and a drink for the same price as one ramen on the regular menu, which I thought was a pretty good deal. We came on a Monday and the restaurant was fairly busy although there was no line. It did take a while for our food to arrive so definitely be patient! read more

Killer Noodle - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I went twice in a week! So the review is for the $17.95 lunch special & when I went to dinner previously. Either time it was hot outside but they blast their ac and the decor is so cool inside with their chandelier and decorated walls. First the lunch specials, it's decently priced for a bowl of dan dan dry or when I got was OG tokyo dan dan. It doesn't come with the seasoned egg but every thing else that comes with the regular price item. I added corn and my friend added bamboo (menma) and since it came on the side, we got to add it to our bowls. We got spice level 3, regular and it had some heat but it was perfect to add some chili oil on top. The chili they use is ghost pepper after level 4 (confirm) so the heat and numbness really will kick in faster. I got the matcha iced and because it wasn't sweet. Our waiter brought as a shot of simple syrup. I went early for lunch so we found street parking right away. For dinner a previous time I had to try the special in the collab they had with Bleach. I had the Stripe Green curry ramen. You can't choose the spice level but love the unique taste! This should be a regular Menu item. It had a good little heat and the spinach noodles were a nice touch. It was well balanced! The fries were good, too and a good portion. I can't wait to come back and bring more friends. read more

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Service is slow but because of the satisfying food and cool vibes, I'd give Killer Noodle another try. We were surprised by the trendy interior, red walls and black accents, red chandelier and neon sign. Prices are good and the menu is not overwhelming. You can get many noodle dishes dry or with soup. White Mabo noodles, spice level 3 - it came almost mixed with a white gravy. Mildly flavored but this supposed average spice level wasn't at all spicy. Didn't care as the dish tasted good and the dry noodles were chewy as described on the menu. It came with an overcooked poached egg, the yolk was jammy. I didn't bother sending it back because service was slow. Our server gave minimal effort. They seemed understaffed. I politely approached our server about when my food would come out and she pointed to a tray with it as she handled a take out order. Vegetable Ramen - My friend would not come back. Big bowl, she added chicken and got a perfectly poached egg. Maybe next time I'll sit in the spacious patio to people watch in case service again is slow. Would be good to have their lunch combo special. read more

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Saw the try guys episode doing a spicy noodle challenge here, so I really wanted to try it! While you can adjust the spice and numbing spice levels at levels 1-6, I tried the Dan Dan ramen at level 6 and the Dan Dan noodles at level 4 which tbh weren't too spicy but still tasted pretty good. The peanut and nutty flavors are strong in both dishes which dilutes the spice, but vinegar balanced out the flavors. Also, ordered the Karage and takoyaki which were yummy but not stand out. The service was friendly and quick. The restaurant has a moderate amount of casual seating with fun and vibrant wall art with projected lights. read more

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Fun place, and was actually my last bowl of ramen while still in town. Had the Dandan Ramen with side of Chashu Pork for toppings. Loved the broth here, rich and flavorful, with a nice amount of spice. read more

Killer Noodle - Dandan Ramen with Chashu and Vege Ramen. - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Spicy ramen in Sawtelle! I tried the dry ramen version of the white mabo, the ramen had a nice texture and the sauce was tasty. As someone who can't handle spice, the level 2 was good enough for me, as long as you don't mix in the chilis that they give you on the side! I made the mistake of doing so, and it ended up being way too spicy for my taste. The interior is aesthetic and modern, and set it was quick. Overall this spot was good, especially if you're trying to avoid long lines, but sawtelle definitely had better spots. read more

Killer Noodle - White mabo dry ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I tried their dan dan noodles dry without peanut butter and I thought it was very good. The taste was very vinegary and the noodles had a nice chewy texture. My only complaint is compared to the other dishes such as the mapo tofu noodles or the white mapo, the portion was significantly smaller for the same price since it didn't contain anything other than noodles. Service was 10/10, servers were attentive. There is a valet lot right next to the restaurant but is only free for one hour. $10 after that. read more

Killer Noodle - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I had always passed by this place but had never had the chance to try it until yesterday. We arrived at the restaurant at about 5-5:30ish and it was fairly empty. We sat in the corner and looked through the menu. I saw mala ramen and decided to get that, while my girlfriend got the Dandan ramen. We also got the spicy edamame. I had asked for the dashi cucumber but I think the server mistook my order and literally just gave me some sliced cucumbers. The edamame was pretty spicy but the flavor was a bit lacking. The ramen was actually really good! I liked the tiny pieces of chilis and the chunks of doubianjiang with meat. My girlfriend also enjoyed the dandan ramen and believes she can get a spicier level, as she opted to get both the spice and numbness levels at 1. The restaurnt became fairly packed after we finished eating, and I was happy that we got there when we did. The restaurant is fairly large and inviting, but to see all those seats taken when we finished eating... this place definitely is one of the more popular restaurants on Sawtelle. Would definitely come back and get the dry ramen next time! read more

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Spontaneously decided to try out Killer Noodle! Fun naruto theme! Two of us ordered: downtown ramen (level 1) $17.95 tokyo dry (level 1) $17.95 +$2 for a large Quite a bit of seating inside. I think probably worth to just bump to a larger bowl. Fun flavors. Street parking only. read more

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Everything was excellent. The atmosphere and service by John were exactly what we were looking for. The Dan Dan Ramen was packed with flavor, and the spice level 3 had the perfect amount of heat. We ordered the spicy edamame, which was a great starter. Our server John gave excellent recommendations and was attentive throughout our meal. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and we'll definitely be back. read more

Killer Noodle - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Best ramen in la! I loved the Dan Dan ramen with the peanut butter! Sooo delicious! I of course removed all pork and still it was the best ramen I've had in la! Valet parking in the back = $10 after first hour Wait time was kinda annoying = 1 hour - as they don't take resies. read more

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Killer Noodle Tsujita is known for Dan Dan Noodles where you can choose the flavor of Ma-La (numbness and spiciness) from 0-6. The high heat levels are spiced with ghost peppers, so beware... it is no joke. For the food: There are ramen and dry style versions of noodles. My go-to is the Tokyo DanDan Dry Style. I love the creaminess that the peanut butter gives to the dish. The standard is 3/3. If it's your first time, I'd recommend trying that. I've lost my spice tolerance, so I stick with level 2/1. Split the Karaage with the table. read more

Killer Noodle - Tokyo Dry Style - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food and service were excellent today at lunch. I went with the omelette fried rice, gyoza, edamame, and pork bun. Eric was my server and helped guides through the menu and also told me about the different drinks. The place is very clean and they play fun music. The entire staff is so friendly. Looks like they have a late night happy hour as well which I will be checking out :) read more

Killer Noodle - Omelette fried rice, edamame, Spicy Pork Bun - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Simply amazing! In the past, I always thought Killer Noodle was super heavy. But this time I tried the seasonal promotion soft shell crab ramen and it was just so delicious. The fried soft shell crab was obviously the star of the show, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. On top of that, you get crab meat in the soup too. I wish they had it year round but I understand how hard it is to come by soft shell crabs. I do have to say, service was pretty slow that day. Granted I went on New Year's day, I get staffing is an issue but I seriously waited at least half an hour if not more for the ramen. I didn't even go at a busy hour (around 2PM). The servers were pretty nice though. And I gotta say, the interior of the spot was pretty cool - everything is painted red and it looks like a blend between a traditional and modern look. Would highly recommend this spot. read more

Killer Noodle - soft shell crab ramen (seasonal) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Still killer! #2 ramen on the Westside Came during lunch and was greeted with great service, delectable broth and happy hour beers for $2.99, with comp parking in the back read more

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This was my first trip to Killer Noodle, and I am absolutely hooked! We went on a Sunday evening, and it wasn't very busy--we were seated right away. The inside was amazing, with dimly lit red lighting and murals on the walls. The staff were extremely friendly and attentive. For the food, my husband ordered the Tokyo Ramen at spice level 5 with added chashu pork. It was absolutely delicious and also my first time trying Dan Dan-style ramen. The real star of the show, though, was my Soft-Shell Crab Dan Dan. It's currently their holiday special, and the flavors were absolutely amazing and piled high with fresh crab and top with a soft shell crab. Highly recommend if you're a ramen lover or looking to try something bold and flavorful. read more

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Haven't had Killer Noodle in years. Killer Noodle x Naruto collab with limited menu items. Tomato bomb dandan - tomato infused noodles, tomato, nikumiso, cashew, white sesame, chili oil, cilantro. Was only available in October. Did not have an adjustable spice level. The level it was served at a bit of heat but was not overwhelming. Really well balanced between the tomato acidity, chili oil heat, and savory meat. Noodle were perfect texture. Restaurant did seem a bit understaffed. Only a couple people working yet the restaurant was 70% full. Service was still very friendly but a bit delayed. Vibes are super casual. read more

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My best friend's mom gave her strict instructions to take me to Killer Noodle when I was in town, and what better recommendation can you get than a mom's stamp of approval? To my surprise, we were immediately seated around 6:15 p.m. on a weekday. (I'm sure there'd be more of a wait later in the night or on a weekend.) The first thing on the menu that caught my eye was their karaage chicken bao -- more of a fried chicken bao taco, really, though I suppose the proper way to refer to one of these would be a gua bao. The red cabbage-to-fried chicken ratio was a little off, but since you can't really go wrong with fried chicken, it didn't kill the vibe. Chicken! A perfect segue. Someone at Killer Noodle must really have it out for people who prefer chicken or can't eat pork. The chicken and veggie ramen options are the only ones that aren't spicy. (Our server said that you can get the spice on the side, but where's the fun in that?) The Sichuan peppercorn magic is what makes the noodles here memorable. After all, with a name like Killer Noodle, you'd expect everything to bring a bit of heat. The chicken ramen was... just OK. I didn't hate it. Nor did I love it. At face value, that doesn't seem to warrant four stars, but I admit that sometimes I make mistakes and maybe I should've taken the server up on their offer to get some spice on the side. Please learn from my mistakes. read more

Killer Noodle - Chicken ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

There are so many Ramen places on sawtelle, and I never gave this place a try until very recently when I was invited by a friend I was pleasantly surprised by the noodle options. Here I got the dry dangdang noodle where they're running egg on top and a side of small rice it was so delicious. Imagine if the Nan noodle and creamy pasta had a baby. This place was really good and I can't wait to come back. read more

The wait was disorganized, and when our party was first seated at the large community table inside, a couple of family members were placed on tiny stools. Fortunately, they were eventually able to accommodate us at a table with better seating. Service was incredibly slow overall; it took quite some time just to get water and place our order. While the food itself is tasty, I probably wouldn't go out of my way to return given the extended wait we experienced. The ramen was quite heavy, so I'd highly recommend the dan dan noodles without the broth for a lighter dinner. It's also a nice touch that they offer a free bowl of white rice, which pairs well with the dan dan sauce. read more

Killer Noodle - Downtown Dry Style - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My fave Ramen in LA!! This place is the best Ramen you'll get in west LA! There is almost always a line outside. However, the line does go pretty fast. They are veggie friendly. In kosher and they have a vegan and veggie option. I always get the Tokyo.. vegetation broth. With spicy 2 and numbness 2. The menus has been updated. I believe it's called Vege Ramen now. The ambience is a mix of college students, family and friends! Give this place a shot! read more

Another awesome 5 star visit to Killer Noodle, all the way here from Reno, NV IN ONE DAY. First off, shocked at how dead it was for a Sunday night, but maybe we just got lucky. Service was nice and speedy with it being so empty. Love stopping in at Killer Noodle and this time we were absolutely blown away by the Soft-Shell Crab Dandan. That right there should stay on the menu permanently, it is absolutely fantastic. If you can get here before this special disappears, RUN don't walk.... read more

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Write your name on the waiting list and wait to be called. On a Tuesday night, it was busy. The entire neighborhood was busy! Private parking is available behind the restaurant. There is outdoor seating, but we sat inside and it was comfortable. Their ramen was by far the most flavorful broth I've had. I ordered the Tokyo ramen, vegetarian style. I gobbled that up! Spice level is based on numbness and spicy, so you're selecting two numbers in the scale depending on your fire level. They also offer a pitcher of Sapporo which was great to share amongst 3 people. This choice was based on a local's recommendation, and I'd also bring more people here. On the menu, I noticed there was no difference written between the Tokyo and Downtown flavor profile besides green onion vs cucumber. I asked the waiter and he said Downtown is vinegar based. We also saw a difference in price between our menus at the table for the extra spicy ramen noodle challenge. Their menus need a revision. read more

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Have heard amazing things about Killer, but unfortunately it was way worse than expected... some of my friends have described it as "very peanut-y", and it's exactly that. The peanut flavor seems to overwhelm everything else, so if you're a peanut lover this may be your cup of tea - but otherwise I wish there was more balance in flavors. My friend didn't enjoy the vegetarian option. It's quite heavy and filling (generous portion size). I don't think I would come back. read more

Killer Noodle - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This is my first time at Killer Noodle and I thought it was really good! I ordered the Tokyo Ramen which had a nice spicy peanut sauce. I ordered the standard heat level, but may opt for the spicier version in the future. I'm a big fan of Tsujita Ramen and have noticed that the noodles and the soft boiled eggs were familiar. Not necessarily a bad thing, considering that they're great and work well with the dish. The vibe is spicier and hipper than Tsujita Ramen. It was very comfortable and we sat down in around 25-30 min on a busy Sunday night. I would definitely come back again and try the other options! read more

Killer Noodle - Tokyo Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

As a Northern California native who moved to the LA area about six years ago, I'm still exploring new neighborhoods and finding hidden gems. Sawtelle was recommended to me -- and I absolutely loved the area! In particular, Killer Noodle Tsujita really stood out. I stopped by for lunch on a weekend, expecting something along the lines of pho -- you know, a big bowl of broth that somehow leaves you hungry two hours later. Much to my surprise, this was not that kind of place! Instead, I was introduced to a hearty bowl of noodles in a rich, flavorful sauce. I ordered the Tokyo-style noodles, which come with customizable spice levels -- very satisfying and packed with flavor. Funny story: one of my dining partners warned me not to go too spicy because her brother once did and, well... let's just say it didn't "end" well (TMI, but good advice!). I paired my meal with their blood orange wheat beer, and it was the perfect combo. All in all, Killer Noodle Tsujita hit the spot -- bold flavors, fun vibe, and a great twist on what I expected. No more ramen or pho for me! 5 stars read more

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Definitely an interesting take on ramen - the flavors reminded me of a Chinese Japanese fusion. The Tokyo style had ground meat, which was reminiscent of dan dan noodles (heavy on the peanuts), and the Mabo ramen broth felt mapo tofu inspired. They seem to be known for their spicy ramen. I really enjoyed the chicken karaage, large pieces of juicy tender chicken with a crispy bready. The seating area inside is spacious. read more

Killer Noodle - tokyo style with chasu, mabo ramen, chicken karaage - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We need the "Downtown" style back on the Menu please. I don't know why a restaurant would remove such a popular and beloved dish off their menu? I will be back when the Downtown style ramen comes back on the menu. read more

Wow what an amazing meal! I've always loved the main Tsujita location because I'm hooked on tsukemen, but I was told I had to try Killer Noodle and it did not disappoint. Ok that's not true, there was one tiny disappointment. My friend and the table next to us are apparently very disappointed that the "Downtown" menu option is gone, which I've never tried before but it did look delicious online so I'm here to join the rallying cry to please bring it back . Anyway I ordered the Tokyo dry style and it was soooo good. Normally I like soupy ramen but it was warm out and also a work lunch so I didn't want something too heavy and this hit just right. The decor inside is also very fun - lots of drawings of dragons and overall just looked really cool. The service was great as well - the restaurant was not busy at all on a Tuesday lunch hour but I've heard it can get really packed. read more

Killer Noodle - Tokyo Dry Style - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Food: 3.5/4 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 I usually come here if I want Dan Dan noodle style ramen. Which is a bit numbness in it. They have their parking lot with 1 hr free with validation. I think it used to be 2 hours. I didn't check again this time and I was over 10 minutes, the parking attendant charged me $10. My go to is Tokyo Dan Dan noodle. I usually eat level 4 but this time I tried level 5 and I loved it. It has good kick and numbness. It might be a bit too much for someone. I would still come back again. I just need to mindful about the time limit. read more

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Flavorful ramen with the unique twist. I love that you are able to adjust the spice and numbness levels of the ramen. Our server also gave us a small sample to try the "numb pepper" which was interesting. Service was very quick, not too many people here when we got here so our food was out in about 5-7 minutes or so. Ambience is nice and fun with upbeat Japanese music and a cute red aesthetic. Would definitely come back! read more

Killer Noodle - Dandan RAMEN (vegetarian) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I LOVE. LOVE. LOVE. THIS PLACE. I get the tokyo dan dan everytime and I've tried both the dry style and soup style. Both are great and personally I like the soup one more. The flavor is so nutty, creamy, and rich, I wish they sold the broth by itself for me to take home! The soup to ramen ratio isn't very high so I ran out of soup by the end of it but it was still so delicious. It always really busy when I come here and there's always a wait but the service is great. I think this has to be one of my favorite noodle places that when I first tried this place I came here three times in one month! read more

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The Baseline: For a ramen restaurant the noodles must be fresh, cooked with consistency in firmness, broth must be tasty with good body, accompaniment additions must match with the style, and the plating must work for the ramen presentation/function. Food: Still my top ramen place in Los Angeles. My appetite gets killed at Killer Noodle! Tokyo Style ramen with the thick rich broth and the noodles are so well made. They just grab the sauce and makes it cling to them. My friend had the White Mayo and tried my Tokyo and he will be headed for Japan in his food ordering in the future. The White Mayo is still a great choice though. Service: Good service when we came and we did not have to wait much for anything. Ambiance: With the owners fixing up their Tsujita sister store I hope Killer Noodle gets her update too, but not at the cost of missing out on my Ramen. Still it is clean and comfortable but there are some needs for updates in the restaurant. read more

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Food- I ordered Downtown Dandan with level 4 numbness and spiciness. It was delicious and vinegary taste to it. Noodles are al dente. Service- staff were knowledgeable about the different dishes and gave me opinion of their choices of different noodles. Ambiance- inside the restaurant is decorated with drawings on the walls, colors and theme are vibrant, chairs are comfortable, and place is clean. read more

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love their pork belly bao and fried chicken appetizer. Ramen had a strong broth to me. Love the idea that we can pick our spiciness and numbness personally prefer their without soup noodle over with soup noodle definitely a great match with the beer. IG: socalhkfoodies read more

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We ordered White Mabo Ramen and Tokyo Dry Noodles Pork & Chicken with Chashu Pork. Marry V provided excellent service and professional! The ambiance was low-key and pleasant! read more

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