My wife and I were looking around for a good bowl of Japanese ramen noodles, and this place popped…read moreup as a place we hadn't tried before, so off we went for lunch. We had actually expected just the usual soup ramen place, but later discovered that, although a view varieties of ramen noodles are offered on their menu, their specialty was in fact the dried version of a bowl of soup ramen noodles, or what our server referred to as a bowl of "reverse" ramen noodles, better known as Mazemen noodles.... sounded really yummy so far as I have always preferred dry noodles to soup ones. So, my wife went ahead and ordered a bowl of spicy California Tonkotsu ramen noodles, and I went with the Saitama Chicken Mazemen noodles..... and some handmade spicy wonton and fried Karaage Chicken on the side. Our food came out pretty fast, super hot, super fresh, and super delicious! I tried some of my wife's soup ramen, and yes, had great flavor... not too salty, and perfectly medium firm ramen noodles. As for my Mazemen noodles....woweee!.... this was my first time trying Mazemen noodles, with a large board on the wall with instructions on how Wadaya's Mazemen noodles should be eaten. When the instructions were followed, I dug straight in and...mmmmm good! The combination of ingredients in the bowl.... peppered ground chicken, scallions, chives, poached egg, minced garlic, fish umami, and seaweed flakes.... when all tossed together just made for an amazingly delicious bowl of noodles! I really loved and enjoyed it so very much! The Chicken karaage and spicy wontons were very delicious too and went great with our noodles. Other than that, very cute and cozy ambiance... like a little Japanese ramen place, service was excellent.. our server was so nice, so friendly, so attentive, and so helpful.... this made for just the perfect lunch! This place may not be as high profiled as other more popular and well known brands of ramen places, but it's definitely one of the best we've ever tried, and we'll definitely be back soon.

We were looking for a ramen option before headed to the airport, and we followed Yelp community's…read morerecommendation (trusting HI fellows once more!). To my surprise, it was a good experience that we had. The shop was small, but the staff has a workflow nailed down. The parking was not too terrible on a weekday evening -- I was worried about the warnings, so we parked on the street. When walking to the hotel, I saw that there were many open spaces in the parking lot! We had the chicken cartillage and the calamari for appetizers. The cartillage was good, but portion was quite small. Some additional seasoning/salt would have also made it much better! The calamari was definitely VERY different from other places, but I liked the batter texture. What I loved about the ramen here is that they let you customize from the noodle size, texture, spice level, and the salt level! I always prefer the thicker noodle type, so I found it comforting to be able to request it at no extra charge. Beware there is extra charge for Spice level 4 & 5! I had the Garlic Tonkotsu ramen, which was flavorful and not too salty/creamy. My fiance had the Tan Tan ramen at level 5 spice, which he thought it was not spicy (it was for me!) and not as flavorful as what I ordered. Overall, I would definitely revisit this shop next time I'm in Oahu!

Nabayaki udon is very delicious. It comes with Enoki mushroom, fish cake, egg, and shrimp tempura…read more One of top udon in Orange County.

I love this place so much. It's my go-to restaurant when I'm in the area and even when I'm not in…read morethe area. The food is amazing, and the service is always great. I typically get the same thing every time, and it always hits! The only con I would say is the wait time, but that's a given because the place is very small and intimate. I would recommend that everyone plan ahead and add their name to the waitlist. Other than that, I love this place, and I hope to see it succeed even more in the future. The staff are always nice and welcoming. I come here once a week!

My go to spot since owner took over They are open according…read moreto what's listed at the door and Google map. My go to is the HK chowfun, one of their soups or Hainanese chicken rice. The shaken beef with rice is good too! I like that they keep it authentic! Portions are good. Dim sums made fresh Like the new updated look! Welcoming - great spot for everyone

Food is Chinese and we ordered the garlic chicken wings, spicy sausage fried rice, bao buns,…read moredumpling noodle soup. All were yummy and the value wasn't that bad for what you get. Flavors were good and tasty. The service was good being that there are only 2 waitstaff. On top of things! The place was nice and clean and we do go back here once in a while when cravings kick in. Verdict- yes!

I love shrimp broth It was line and clowded but foods are…read moregood I will come back again

The wait on weekend wasn't bad at all! We came after work and it was relatively empty. They…read morecurrently have their 50% off weekday deal and it is AMAZING!! We ordered the ebiko ball shrimp broth and the tacos. Ebiko shrimp bowl: 5/5 perfectly seasoned and very strong shrimp flavor so I'd recommend if you don't like shrimp broth, don't get this. I thought it was great however and come with decently sized bowl, enough to share for 2 Tacos: 4/5 very unique take on shrimp tacos! The sauce contains mayo so I thought it was very yummy, my only wish is that it actually comes with 3 tacos instead of 2. For almost $5, it was a bit steep Services were great however; we ordered on kiosk so it was limited interaction but the server took time to come assist us with anything we need PS: I'm so sad they don't have the rice bowl anymore!!! They only have one rice bowl but I wanted the garlic rice bowl that they had in the past

The ramen is legit and the karaage!! It's hard to find karaage done right like the way they make…read moreit. I went to Kitakata closer to where I live and their ramen was disappointing. So not all have the same level of quality. This location was good though.

Service was great when we sat down. There was a bit of a wait if you show up around 6-7pm. Pretty…read moresmall seating inside. Was recommended to come here from a few people. There ramen is made fresh in house. The flavors of the broth weren't my favorite. I've had better ramen before.

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 was completely unaware 10/26/25 was the last day this location was open so I feel very blind…read moresighted T-T The only location left is Torrance and I hope it stays open! Favorite ramen spot ever!! The Black Devil Level 2 Spice will be missed.

I saw advertisements about the Clam Udon and I was SO EXCITED to try it. I am happy to report that…read moreIT WAS SUPER GOOD. The broth was super clean and light, but still flavorful enough that it didn't taste bland at all. There was also a decent amount of clams, which I appreciated because sometimes seafood udon can feel a little stingy. The clams added a nice briny sweetness to the broth without making it taste overly fishy, and everything felt really comforting and balanced. Definitely one of those bowls that tastes simple in the best way. I'd absolutely order this again, especially if I wanted something warm and satisfying without feeling too heavy afterward.

One thing about me: I love noodles, and I especially love udon. I'm very particular about my udon,…read moreso I can confidently say Marugame is one of my favorite udon places to visit! I love every udon bowl I get, no matter the broth, but my favorite is definitely the curry udon. I love that you can add so many different toppings to your bowl, and the noodles are always cooked perfectly, never too soft and never too firm. If you're like me and tend to eat a lot, there are also different sizes to choose from, so sometimes I'll go for the larger bowl. You can truly customize your bowl to however you like which is great! If you've never been to Marugame, it's a little different from a traditional sit-down restaurant. You go through the line, tell the employees what you want and then choose your toppings, so your food is ready almost immediately. I'll usually stop here before going shopping, so I love how convenient it is while still receiving excellent customer service. The staff is always super quick about cleaning tables, and I think the inside is super cute and modern. You definitely have to try Marugame if you're an udon lover like me!

This place has Friendly staff and some of my favorite ramen and noodles in Costa Mesa.read more

1. The broths of the ramen are good, and I love the thin or wavy noodle options!…read more2. The spot has fun casual vibes! The interior is cozy! 3. The staff was friendly and timely with our order! 4. There are only indoor seatings! There are a lot of tables! 5. Parking lot is huge! Note: They can do card payment at the table! Photo: Karaage chicken, yuzu shio ramen, and spicy miso ramen!

I'm Chinese, but had never had Yunnan food before, so thought of giving it a try…read more I walked in and was immediately sat. It's a QR scan to see the menu and place your order through your phone. The food came out so quick. Less than 2 minutes and everything was in front of me and tasted fresh. The service is extremely fast. I got the classic Roodle and as soon as I put all the ingredients into the broth, they swung by and collected empty dishes immediately. The portion was large and ingredients fresh. I enjoyed the variety and the amount of rice noodle. The broth was salty and refreshing. They have some side sauces to adjust the flavor, but I found myself not needing it. The dish reminded me of a form of hot pot but a soup version. Loved it! I highly recommend and will be returning!

I decided to give this place a try because I heard their noodles were very authentic, and as…read moresomeone who loves noodles, I was excited to try it. I ordered their most popular dish, the A1 set, but honestly, it didn't really live up to the hype for me. The broth tasted pretty underseasoned overall. From what I understood, you're supposed to mix all the toppings into the soup with the noodles, but even after doing that, I still felt like the flavor was lacking. Yes, they provide seasoning on the side, but personally, I wish the broth already had enough flavor on its own without needing to adjust it myself. Would I come back? Probably not. Nothing really stood out to me enough to return, and it felt more like a one-time experience. Overall, everything was just okay.