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Loved the service and overall chill ambience. Honestly a great place to go to if you are an intern working nearby (like me) who needs somewhere consistent & delicious to eat at. The portion size is huge, you get a ton of noodles, and the eggs (if you order flavored) are perfectly jammy. Don't listen to anyone who criticizes the add-on prices, the most expensive base ramen (miso) is $12.90 and comes with almost everything except for the egg. Considering the amount of overpriced ramen in the Los Angeles, Orochon is affordable, quick, filling and overall so so yummy.
Today was my last full day in LA before heading back to Sacramento, so I decided to spend some time walking around Little Tokyo. I hadn't had lunch yet, and Orochon Ramen ended up being a great choice. I really liked how the menu works. You first choose your broth from miso, soy sauce, or salt, then choose your spice level from very spicy all the way down to non-spicy. I went with the miso broth at Medium Spicy, which was just right for me. The broth was rich and flavorful without being overly salty. You can also upgrade the protein with options like chashu, chicken, or Wagyu beef. I went with the Wagyu, and I'm glad I did. It was tender, flavorful, and made the ramen feel a little more special. I also ordered the spicy garlic edamame and had two Sapporo draft beers. Even with the ramen, Wagyu upgrade, edamame, and two beers, the total was still under $50 all in, which I thought was very reasonable. I was lucky to get a window seat overlooking Little Tokyo and Downtown LA, which made the meal even more enjoyable. A hot bowl of spicy miso ramen, a cold beer, and a city view was a pretty perfect way to spend part of my last day in LA. Really enjoyable meal, good value, and definitely a place I would come back to the next time I'm in Little Tokyo.
Prices are fair. Starting around $12-13 before you add toppings. I like that I get to customize my spice level and only get the toppings I want. Service is quick and friendly. Portions are giant! Come if you're hungry. I wish I had found Orochon years ago. It's tucked away on third floor of Weller Court. Seems like the higher you are from the ground floor, the better the deals are.
If you love spicy food, I highly recommend this place! You can adjust the spice level to your preference, so it's great whether you like a little heat or something extra spicy. Every dish we ordered was delicious, and everything was full of flavor. If you're craving spicy ramen, this is definitely a spot worth checking out!
The food was amazing! Great spice, & great flavor. The service was good. The ambience is nice. It's right next to all the cute Tokyo stores. I was also happy that a vegetarian base available for me. we like it so much. We didn't want to leave this area wow. Also, I noticed they an A food safety grade in the window, which is good. The only thing they should work on is getting a Wi-Fi for people that are eating there. As well as fixing that one door in the bathroom they need to shave it down more and replace the door because it's really hard. You have to push it hard to lock/close it.
I've had a lot of bad ramen but this one was especially bad. As you can see in the pic, the chashu is just not chashu. It looked and tasted like shabu shabu meat. Absolutely flavorless which I don't know how you can even manage to do. Broth was watery and noodles were gross. Got a side of rice and it was burnt. Also, $7 for 6 pieces of gyoza is offensive. Service and atmosphere was fine.
Offering same great tasting ramen for 20+ years. They lowered the price to make up for no parking validation. Thanks to the owner's dedication to keep this business open after all these years.
Food was amazing. You have the option of choosing a spice level, so you have options on how much spice you can handle. I chose impact and it was delicious. It was the right amount of both flavor and heat. I have been coming for years and it never disappoints. I would recommend this place to anyone that wants to customize their ramen, in both spice and flavor. Customer service is great and place is tidy and well maintained. The table also has napkins and chopsticks, in case you may need more.
I got exactly the level of spiciness I wanted. I'll definitely come back next time!greatttttt
This is a small spot that seems popular for takeout. The appetizers were a bit smaller than expected, and the prices felt a bit high considering their portion sizes, though the main dishes were a decent size. While I was excited for the teriyaki beef with white rice, the flavor was quite mild and didn't stand out. The miso ramen with flavored egg also leaned a bit salty and felt somewhat underwhelming overall. The service was attentive, with staff regularly checking in on customers. There is outdoor seating available, though it can be a bit uncomfortable with the sun, and the tents don't fully provide shade.
My family and I have been coming to Orochon Ramen for years and we always feel welcomed. The customer service is always great and ramen is always delicious!!
The food was great, definitely loved the spice level of my meal. The service here is amazing, made sure to check on me a couple of times and attentive to my order. The music and people inside also gave such a welcoming ambiance that just made me enjoy my stay overall. 5/5 stars in my book
Stopped by Orochon Ramen in Little Tokyo after the Nisei Week Japanese Festival, since they were not crowded. We really appreciated the service -- the staff was attentive, friendly, and super helpful. When a drink got knocked over, they quickly helped clean it up without any fuss or hesitation. The food itself was just okay for me. We ordered the Miso ramen, gyoza, edamame, and Kid's miso ramen. The noodles for the miso ramen were fine, but the miso broth could've been more flavorful and creamier (I prefer a creamier broth). Also, if you want cha shu and egg, you'd have to order that as an add on. What's funny is that the kid's miso ramen came WITH an egg...but, the adult version does not. Unfortunately, the gyoza wasn't very good. It's probably one of the worst gyozas I've had. It wasn't very crispy and the inside stuffing was lacking flavor. The best thing here was the kid's ramen which was pretty big for a kid size AND you didn't need to add the egg. The place has a casual, no-frills atmosphere with a bit of an old-school ramen shop feel. The space can feel a little tight, but I guess it adds to the coziness of a traditional ramen shop. The walls are decorated with photos and challenge boards from their famous spicy ramen challenge, which gives the place a fun and quirky touch. It's the kind of spot where you come more for a quick, hearty meal than a drawn-out dining experience. Overall, great people and service, but the food for me, didn't quite hit the mark.
2 months ago
Amazing service even better food, amazing vibes, great rice balls, don't even get me started on the beer read more
2 months ago
Service here is fantastic. They moved us inside because it was hot. And they are really nice. And the food is great! It smells delicious and tastes even better! 12 stars out of 5 would recommend. read more
2 months ago
4 days ago
Loved the service and overall chill ambience. Honestly a great place to go to if you are an intern working nearby (like me) who needs somewhere consistent & delicious to eat at. The portion size is huge, you get a ton of noodles, and the eggs (if you order flavored) are perfectly jammy. Don't listen to anyone who criticizes the add-on prices, the most expensive base ramen (miso) is $12.90 and comes with almost everything except for the egg. Considering the amount of overpriced ramen in the Los Angeles, Orochon is affordable, quick, filling and overall so so yummy. read more
Today was my last full day in LA before heading back to Sacramento, so I decided to spend some time walking around Little Tokyo. I hadn't had lunch yet, and Orochon Ramen ended up being a great choice. I really liked how the menu works. You first choose your broth from miso, soy sauce, or salt, then choose your spice level from very spicy all the way down to non-spicy. I went with the miso broth at Medium Spicy, which was just right for me. The broth was rich and flavorful without being overly salty. You can also upgrade the protein with options like chashu, chicken, or Wagyu beef. I went with the Wagyu, and I'm glad I did. It was tender, flavorful, and made the ramen feel a little more special. I also ordered the spicy garlic edamame and had two Sapporo draft beers. Even with the ramen, Wagyu upgrade, edamame, and two beers, the total was still under $50 all in, which I thought was very reasonable. I was lucky to get a window seat overlooking Little Tokyo and Downtown LA, which made the meal even more enjoyable. A hot bowl of spicy miso ramen, a cold beer, and a city view was a pretty perfect way to spend part of my last day in LA. Really enjoyable meal, good value, and definitely a place I would come back to the next time I'm in Little Tokyo. read more
2 months ago
Prices are fair. Starting around $12-13 before you add toppings. I like that I get to customize my spice level and only get the toppings I want. Service is quick and friendly. Portions are giant! Come if you're hungry. I wish I had found Orochon years ago. It's tucked away on third floor of Weller Court. Seems like the higher you are from the ground floor, the better the deals are. read more
3 months ago
If you love spicy food, I highly recommend this place! You can adjust the spice level to your preference, so it's great whether you like a little heat or something extra spicy. Every dish we ordered was delicious, and everything was full of flavor. If you're craving spicy ramen, this is definitely a spot worth checking out! read more
2 months ago
The food was amazing! Great spice, & great flavor. The service was good. The ambience is nice. It's right next to all the cute Tokyo stores. I was also happy that a vegetarian base available for me. we like it so much. We didn't want to leave this area wow. Also, I noticed they an A food safety grade in the window, which is good. The only thing they should work on is getting a Wi-Fi for people that are eating there. As well as fixing that one door in the bathroom they need to shave it down more and replace the door because it's really hard. You have to push it hard to lock/close it. read more
25 days ago
I've had a lot of bad ramen but this one was especially bad. As you can see in the pic, the chashu is just not chashu. It looked and tasted like shabu shabu meat. Absolutely flavorless which I don't know how you can even manage to do. Broth was watery and noodles were gross. Got a side of rice and it was burnt. Also, $7 for 6 pieces of gyoza is offensive. Service and atmosphere was fine. read more
2 months ago
2 months ago
Offering same great tasting ramen for 20+ years. They lowered the price to make up for no parking validation. Thanks to the owner's dedication to keep this business open after all these years. read more
2 months ago
Food was amazing. You have the option of choosing a spice level, so you have options on how much spice you can handle. I chose impact and it was delicious. It was the right amount of both flavor and heat. I have been coming for years and it never disappoints. I would recommend this place to anyone that wants to customize their ramen, in both spice and flavor. Customer service is great and place is tidy and well maintained. The table also has napkins and chopsticks, in case you may need more. read more
2 months ago
I got exactly the level of spiciness I wanted. I'll definitely come back next time!greatttttt read more
5 months ago
This is a small spot that seems popular for takeout. The appetizers were a bit smaller than expected, and the prices felt a bit high considering their portion sizes, though the main dishes were a decent size. While I was excited for the teriyaki beef with white rice, the flavor was quite mild and didn't stand out. The miso ramen with flavored egg also leaned a bit salty and felt somewhat underwhelming overall. The service was attentive, with staff regularly checking in on customers. There is outdoor seating available, though it can be a bit uncomfortable with the sun, and the tents don't fully provide shade. read more
2 months ago
My family and I have been coming to Orochon Ramen for years and we always feel welcomed. The customer service is always great and ramen is always delicious!! read more
2 months ago
The food was great, definitely loved the spice level of my meal. The service here is amazing, made sure to check on me a couple of times and attentive to my order. The music and people inside also gave such a welcoming ambiance that just made me enjoy my stay overall. 5/5 stars in my book read more
Stopped by Orochon Ramen in Little Tokyo after the Nisei Week Japanese Festival, since they were not crowded. We really appreciated the service -- the staff was attentive, friendly, and super helpful. When a drink got knocked over, they quickly helped clean it up without any fuss or hesitation. The food itself was just okay for me. We ordered the Miso ramen, gyoza, edamame, and Kid's miso ramen. The noodles for the miso ramen were fine, but the miso broth could've been more flavorful and creamier (I prefer a creamier broth). Also, if you want cha shu and egg, you'd have to order that as an add on. What's funny is that the kid's miso ramen came WITH an egg...but, the adult version does not. Unfortunately, the gyoza wasn't very good. It's probably one of the worst gyozas I've had. It wasn't very crispy and the inside stuffing was lacking flavor. The best thing here was the kid's ramen which was pretty big for a kid size AND you didn't need to add the egg. The place has a casual, no-frills atmosphere with a bit of an old-school ramen shop feel. The space can feel a little tight, but I guess it adds to the coziness of a traditional ramen shop. The walls are decorated with photos and challenge boards from their famous spicy ramen challenge, which gives the place a fun and quirky touch. It's the kind of spot where you come more for a quick, hearty meal than a drawn-out dining experience. Overall, great people and service, but the food for me, didn't quite hit the mark. read more
2 months ago
Food is great, service is good, small place but good ambiance. Friendly staff if you are lost they will help explain the menu and how to order. read more
2 months ago
Food is fantastic Staff is very helpful and friendly Very family friendly environment would recommend to anyone trying new places!!! read more
3 months ago
Great food and great service. Brought my girlfriend here and we got the miso and soy sauce ramen both with extra noodles, the edamame, spicy sausage, a bowl of rice and the rice balls. Everything tasted amazing and was quite filling. read more
9 months ago
I ordered the miso ramen (mild) with extra corn. Just a heads-up--this ramen does not come with an egg, so you'll need to pay extra if you want one. I liked the soup base; it was flavorful and enjoyable. However, the ramen noodles were a bit too chewy for my preference. One thing I want to mention: please check your receipt carefully. The server only gave me the total, handed me the iPad to sign, and charged my credit card. Later, I noticed an extra item on my bill that I didn't order. When I asked about it, she recognized the mistake right away and apologized--but the situation felt a bit tricky. Overall, the ramen itself was okay, but the billing experience definitely took away from it. read more
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Naomi S.
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback, Finno.…
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Orochon 1 of the best spots in little Tokio Quality Quantity No complain about the place, everything good. read more
Craved a warm ramen bowl one Sunday evening so decided to go to Orochon Ramen. The place was not very busy so my party was seated very quickly. The service was so fast and they were highly accommodating to my young children. The taste and flavor of the ramen was nice, nothing extraordinary to me. We also tried the dumplings but not sure how fresh those were- most likely frozen. One thing I did not like was how sticky our table was- it made the place seem unkept and tad bit dirty to me. read more
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Naomi S.
Hi Ellie, thank you for coming in and for sharing your honest…
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Bomb food super fast serving and amazing staff! They give big portion sizes to make sure you're filled! Will gladly come again read more
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The service was exceptional, our server Jocelyn was absolutely great in helping us with our first experience here. The atmosphere was very welcoming and the challenge for the spicy ramen was very amusing to watch. read more
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The food was great and the staff was so kind! I appreciated the generous portion size of the ramen. Would definitely come back! read more
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The atmosphere is really nice and we got seated fast. Food looks like it'd be tasty as well read more
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123 Astronaut E S Onizuka St
Ste 303
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Little Tokyo, Downtown
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(213) 617-1766
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Does this place have vegan options?
Not really vegetarian friendly , flavorless and poor costumer service
Where can I find the parking?
There is parking located directly underneath and Orochon offers validation so don't forget that parking stub!
Who much is the typical ramen bowl?
Usually about $12. Pretty big portions and you can add more for a small fee. Definitely suggest chashu and garlic!
Can you do the spicy noodle challenge with the vegetarian broth?
To my knowledge yes.
Hi, are the noodles made with using animal products such as eggs or butter? Just want to be sure the ramen is vegan friendly, thanks!
The noodles are vegan friendly. However, there is an option to put any extra toppings such as egg inside.
Hi, what is the broth made from? Is it from pork bones? Do you serve pork and lard at the restaurant? Is there a vegan option? I am asking as I would like to bring a friend who doesn't eat pork and lard for health reasons.
Hi Hin Q! We use pork broth for the regular ramen but we also have vegetarian option. We don’t use…
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