Ok I've been to a lot of ramen places but I gotta say I don't think anything beats Nagi. First of all, they cater to all types of food eaters by enabling you to have full control of oil, noodle, thickness, salt, etc. Essentially, you are building your own perfect ramen bowl that meets your own standards. The best part of all, I think this might be the first ramen restaurant that is doing this so that's a plus in my book. Some other ramen places, albeit good and rich, may sometimes be too heavy for some people like me. That's where Ramen Nagi differs. They have the ability to cut down that "heavy after eating" feeling. Service was extremely on point and will come to you if you need help with anything without hesitation. It's a family friendly environment and has good lighting for those instagram photos which makes the food even more appealing to eat. I definitely recommend 1000000% if you have never eaten ramen this is like THE PERFECT place to go. read more

Visited 8/9/26 - Red King 17.50 For context, I went with light salt and oil to be "semi health" conscious. I would definitely do this again, because it tasted like a normal ramen and I wasn't left wanting more. I love spice, but would definitely not add additional to the red king. The pork belly was killer and would recommend getting that over chasu, the flavor had a hint of sweetness and the minced meat was just the perfect combo! - Black King 17.50 My boyfriend always gets this, his only comment was to opt for the thick ramen! The noodle texture here is always on point, their "normal" should be the standard whereas other places you have to request firm to have it done perfectly. The price is the reason why he always returns! - Chicken Karaage 8.25 My favorite chicken karaage hands down and a must order when I go. The sauce is a sweet soy complementing the savory chicken with a touch of creamy mayo! I opt for this over the gyoza for more protein, if you have the people definitely worth while to get both. Once you queue, the hostess will give you a paper menu and marker to line up your order. From there when you are seated they will confirm and the food is ready really quickly. This is where I would go for a quick sit down meal, emphasis on quick since the music is loud and theres always a long queue. read more

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I don't go out for ramen anymore since finding the tonkotsu broth concentrate in a Japanese market (Try it it's almost like the real thing!) But when a friend invited me to lunch here yesterday, I happily obliged. Ramen is cheap, what's not cheap are the piles of add-ons that cost extra: eggs, charsiu, scallion, corn, etc. etc. Pretty ridiculous really (another reason I make it at home and add my own seafood, vegs, shrooms, etc. etc.) Two ramen + chicken karaage = $50 The food is 5 stars, but value maybe 3 at most, averaging 4 stars total. At least the black pepper bean sprouts in a red jar is free. Located right next to Macy*s entrance by the 99 Ranch Market parking garage. Lines may be long but move fast. read more

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Not my first time at ramen nagi though it was my first time at this outlet. We came on a Saturday evening and were lucky to be one of the last few in line before they had to close the restaurant unexpectedly due to an emergency. We only waited about 10min in line before being seated. Food was served pretty quickly. I got the standard ramen with a side of chicken karaage. Portions for the chicken was pretty big. Delicious as always and will definitely return again! read more

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Dined in with a group of 5 and a baby on the weekend. We waited 30 minutes, but luckily we can just circle what we want while waiting in line. Food ordered: 1. Chicken karaage - 4.5/5 - loved the crispiness and was super tasty. It had a nice crunch and went well with their lemon sauce. 2. Gyoza - 4/5 - looked pretty, but tasted average 3. Black King - 4/5 - tasted really delicious! But my meat was a little bit harder than what my table had experienced. The broth was delicious! Loved how it tasted. Parking: Plenty but can be hard to park at times Overall, we would come back! read more

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This is top tier ramen, not much else needs to be said. You get to customize absolutely everything to your liking. Service is great. The place spacious and very clean, it's a must for all ramen fans. read more

Staff were very welcoming and will introduce the menu and provide instructions for filling out the Omotenashi sheet to order. They also provide bibs so that you can protect your clothes while eating. I ordered the Original King with light salt and chashu as that is what they recommended. I also got a side of extra pork belly which was super tender. Although the cha shu was not thinly sliced, the broth was delicious. I enjoyed customizing my ramen order. read more

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Great service, line moved fast on a Saturday afternoon for lunch time! Food was delicious, broth was flavorful and meat was tender! Great portions for ordering extra meat, noodles were perfectly cooked. First time trying Ramen Nagi and I definitely will be back. read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

So thankful that the bean sprouts are back! (On the table in the red jar) service was great, friendly staff and delicious food. Got the limited Duck King (show up before doors because they only do ~25 bowls per lunch/dinner, vibe was very much like Japan. Love Nagi read more

Ramen Nagi - Duck king, Karaage - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

Very impressed! Their ramen was super customizable and they are fast and efficient in ordering and getting your food to you. They have everything you need on the table, like napkins, water, chopsticks, and all the possible sauces...so you don't need to ask the waiter for much. Their ramen was fresh and not too heavy. It had great flavor. We also got the chicken karaage and gyozas. I'd get the chicken karaage again but the gyozas were too small. The gyozas tasted amazing but just not big enough. Definitely coming back. read more

Ramen Nagi - Gyozas - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Ambience - The ambience is very nice and lively, and the restaurant is clean. It's also decorated nicely and fits the theme nicely. Service - The service was quick and friendly. The only downside was the wait to get in since they don't take reservations, and we did seem to be a bit rushed to finish. At the end of the meal,, you have to pay at the front instead of the server bring the check, and the restaurant is cashless, so you can only pay with card. I Food -We got the chicken karaage on the side, and the portion was good. The chicken was juicy and tender, and had a light, crispy batter that had a sweet flavor. I also got the Original King Ramen. It had a good amount of chashu and noodles, although the portion did feel a little small. The tonkotsu broth was light creamy, and really comforting on a cold evening to warm you up.. It wasn't too salty, and it was filling. read more

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First time here and the customer service was great. Got greeted at the front door and was explained how to order and all the options available. As soon as you walk in the ambiance was amazing nice seating area. Although the table for two was small and very overcrowded with spices and didnt really fit all the items we ordered but it was manageable. Next time ill ask table for two but a bigger table. The ramen was delicious and the broth was very creamy and had a deep umami flavor added the spicy powder that the server brought out (not the one on the table) and holy moly that made it just the right heat I was looking for. Was very disappointed that they give you your own water to serve yourself the ice was melted and it was more lukewarm than cold so just ask for ice on the side and very confused with the box of tissues as those were the napkins? other than that the food was excellent. read more

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Came here with my family and my cousin's family. Our family was craving for Ramen and my cousin recommended this place. The restaurant is in a large mall and while there were lots of parking stalls it was quite busy and challenging to find a spot. When we got in there was a line already and so we entered the queue. All parties need to be present before they seat you. When finally it was out turn we were seated and the inside was nicely decorated. I liked the condiments and sprouts in the middle of the table. I used the sesame grinder a lot! Most of the table ordered the Original King Reamen but I had the Red King and wanted to try the Chicken Karaage. The chicken was so good! Probably one of the best I've ever had. The ramen was super flavourful and the noodles were cooked perfectly QQ. This place was bustling but felt that the service was good. Love the decor. They even give you a branded bib in case of soup splashing. Food is a bit expensive than other Ramen places but I probably would be back. read more

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This ramen place always has a line!!!! Whenever we go to the mall, we see the line wrapped out front. This time, we got to the mall by 11:30 and were immediately seated for 6 of us. Ordering is simple since they give you a sheet of paper and market to pick your ramen selection from broth, noodles, spice level, toppings, etc. The ramen is tasty and the broth is quite thick and yummy! I like the thick noodles over the thin ones. I liked the customization of everything. Meal comes out relatively quickly since it's ramen. The gyoza is tinyyyyyy. Ahahha! I thought it was vey cute but was surprised at how small they were. But otherwise good. The middle portion of the table has various toppings and whatnot to share for the table. Also, since we got a longer table, we ended up sharing it with other guests. The restaurant had its own bathrooms. read more

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There's only one ramen option for vegetarians, called The Veggie King, made with a creamy, oil-free cauliflower broth and topped with two crispy potato hash browns. It's really good! The waitress was also very helpful and kindly helped me place my order, which I really appreciated. However, I ordered takeout for my family, and I was a little disappointed with the packaging. They didn't provide a proper takeout bag with handles--just a plain brown paper bag. It felt a bit cheap and inconvenient, especially when carrying multiple items. read more

Ramen Nagi - Veggie King Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

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We were in line at around 1pm and we weren't there for very long. After maybe ten minutes, an employee asked us if we really wanted a table or if we'd be okay with sitting at the bar. We opted for the bar and were allowed through the velvet rope. Joy! The bar had ample space for both of us. To a certain degree I preferred it to a table because all the condiments, table napkin box and pitcher of water were all securely nestled against the wall. On the table, they always sat so precariously. Anyway, the ramen always satisfies. I love that I can get my noodles extra firm. That heartier chew is integral to the experience and balances the umami of the broth. My hubby's chashu pork dish was a generous portion. We left full. Love this restaurant! read more

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As one of the employees said: "Once you have this ramen, you can't have any other." And they weren't wrong. I never craved ramen until this place. Do not let the line out of the door fool you, you will be sat quickly and food is served just as fast. The first time I ever went there, we were offered bibs which were so helpful. The second and third time, no bibs! Wish we did get bibs as slurping the noodles is essential. I recommend trying the karaage chicken, it is sweet and delicious, especially when hot! read more

Ramen Nagi - chicken karaage - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

Ramen Nagi offers wonderful service and a truly unique experience for enjoying ramen, allowing you to customize your order on various levels including noodle type, salt, oil, and more. I love the decorations inside the restaurant as well, and their karaage is the best I've ever had. During my first two visits, it was consistently delicious and enjoyable. However, the ramen has been way too oily during recent visits. Even when I select the lowest level of oil, it's way too heavy and I start to gag and have to stop eating after a few bites. This is the only place ever where I've had this experience. I even tried going back again hoping that it was just a fluke, but the same thing happened. Unfortunately, I just can't eat here anymore. read more

Service is quick and friendly. Kind of hot inside. Wish there were tiered stands to provide more room on the table. My table of 4 definitely felt really cramped. -Karage: I'm a fan! They toss it in a sauce and it comes with nanban. -Squid Ink ramen: Not a fan. I feel my broth was sweeter than my friend's tonkatsu. -Tonkotsu ramen: Very creamy and savory. -Veggie ramen: My friend didn't believe this didn't have pork products. Definitely ask for the potato on the side though. It got soggy fast. read more

My husband and I come here whenever we're craving ramen and it never disappoints! We always get the original king with heavy garlic and it's so good every single time :D We also order pork gyoza which is the perfect complimentary side as well! The ambiance is casual but we love the open wooden interior and watching them make the ramen in the open kitchen! Don't let the line scare you off either, it moves way faster than it looks. Service is always friendly too - this is hands down our favorite ramen spot and we're so lucky that it's a short drive from our house :) read more

Ramen Nagi - original king! - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Wow. Ramen Nagi , I have been missing out. I remember when they first opened and I barely got to try it. I tried their Original King Ramen , Gyozas , and Karaage Chicken. All of these items were beyond amazing. The ramen had to be the best ramen I have ever had. The broth was rich and flavorful , noodles were cooked perfectly , chashu was perfectly tender , soft boiled egg was jammy and runny. The gyozas were great. I love how they pan fried it and made it extra crispy while still being soft and flavorful on the inside. The karaage was so juicy and good; squeezing lemon to it definitely adds a nice brightness to it. Service was so good! Everyone was so nice and explained the menu clearly. We were seated pretty fast at the bar. Food came out fast as well. Ambiance is great! A clean restaurant that is nicely decorated to make you feel like you're not even in the Santa Anita Mall. Overall, would LOVE to come back again. read more

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Came back to Ramen Nagi in Arcadia for a second visit with my bro and it honestly confirmed why this spot has become one of my favorite ramen places. I ordered the Red King again with the tonkotsu pork broth, light on salt and oil, regular thin noodles, and pork belly. The broth was still rich and flavorful without feeling too heavy, especially with the lighter customization. The noodles had a great texture and the pork belly was tender and satisfying. We also got the chicken karaage as an appetizer, and it was crispy, juicy, and a great starter before the ramen came out. Service was excellent from start to finish. Our food came out just minutes after ordering, which was impressive considering how busy the place gets. Our waitress also checked on us throughout the meal and made sure everything was good without being overbearing. The ambiance is really nice and clean. It gives off the feeling of being in an authentic ramen house with a lively but comfortable atmosphere. Even when busy, it still felt organized and welcoming. The biggest downside is definitely parking. Since it's located in the mall, finding parking can be a mess and probably the most challenging part of coming here. Overall, this spot continues to impress me and I'll definitely keep recommending it to friends and family. read more

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An great spot to satisfy my ramen craving! I like how you can customize the ramen to your liking. I chose the red king and my friends chose the original king. The ramen soup base is good. It was light but would prefer a little bit more of richness. I chose the thin noodles. It was chewy, not too soft and a little firm. Kakuni (pork belly) was ok and not how I like my pork belly. I wished I chose the chashu instead. Overall, I thought it's a very decent spot. I would like to try it again maybe in a different soup, different noodle texture and get chashu instead. We came on a weekend so there was a bit of a line but not a horrible wait time. They will give you a paper to fill out your order while in line. read more

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I like the thinly sliced cha siu as it doesnt get stuck in my teeth. I like adding the white vinegar into the broth and eat it with the bean sprouts. Portion wise, its good for me as i usually finish it all. I feel like their karage chicken is wayy to saucey now. Their mayo is good though, it has pieces of egg in it. They have these little cups for water and if you get soda its in the same small cups. Its cute but too small since i have to keep pouring water after every few gulps. Wait times are usually pretty quick and most people eat and leave so even if there seems to be a long wait, its not bad. Still one of my favorite ramen spots. read more

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Ramen Nagi has become one of my go-to ramen places when I have a craving. I've been to the one in South Coast Plaza and now this one, in Arcadia. Both are equally enjoyable. I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. The broth is extremely rich, flavorful, filling, and warms the belly. You have the option of choosing the level of oil, as well as the firmness of the noodles, when you order. For me, I max the oil option with the firm noodles (my personal fav). The gyozas are a must order. They're small but packed with a nice crunch and meaty flavor; the perfect appetizer or side dish. The chicken Karaage is very hearty and meaty, so if you need something more to satisfy your hunger, get the karaage. Service is quick and friendly, but there's usually a line to get into the restaurant so be forewarned. Will return soon. read more

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Super solid spot in the area for ramen. Ordering is super easy - while you're in line to be seated you just mark down all your ramen customizations so there's no need to think when you're seated. We really love the condiments (especially the bean sprouts) which are super flavorful and crunchy - great on their own or with the ramen. Service was friendly and helpful and we'd definitely be back. The two of us ordered: - Original King, less salt with pork belly (4/5): pork belly came out really good and marinated but were much thicker cuts than expected. Otherwise a classic tonkatsu ramen that was decent portions. Wish it came with an egg though. - Black King, less salt and oil with extra chashu (4.5/5): The squid ink enriches the already strong umami flavors. My bf liked that his noodles were firm with a nice chew. The wood ear mushrooms were a fun crunchy texture. read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

Ramen Nagi has become our go-to in the Santa Anita mall (Arcadia). I always get the Red King Ramen with kaidama for extra noodles, plus an order of chicken karaage, and my girlfriend sticks with the original King Ramen, every single time it comes out tasting just as good as the last. Service is quick even when the place is busy, and honestly we haven't found another ramen spot around here that comes close. 5/5, this is the spot. read more

Ramen Nagi - The Red King - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Ramen nagi is always fire. Service is quick. Inside is cozy. Come around 5pm to avoid the killer lines. read more

Ramen Nagi - Original King - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

Came for dinner and there was a short wait at 6pm. Staff was very friendly and explained the menu and ordering process to us. Ambiance was busy as usual. They were efficient in bringing out the food though. Water was already at the table. You bring the check to the front to pay when ready. I got the original king again. Price went up since the last time I was here, now $16. Portion stayed the same though. I tried it with cabbage this time. read more

Ramen Nagi - Original king with cabbage - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

Original King Ramen w/ Kakuni (10/10) - the best ramen in arcadia hands down no questions asked. service is really fast and pleasant and the food is amazing. i got the original king ramen w/ kakuni and the broth amazing and the kakuni was so tender. the line may look long but it goes by fast! read more

Ramen Nagi - Original King Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

Located in the Santa Anita mall next to the Macy. You can customize your ramen to your liking. I got the original ramen base and it was solid. The service was quick. For payment, you have to go up to the counter to pay. The store was had a nice ambiance and was decently size with plenty of table options. read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

Usually I don't expect much from places in a mall but... Ramen Nagi has proven me wrong!! It's actually good!! Not just "good for mall food" but actually good and I would come back for it if I'm craving ramen. It's sooooo customizable and you actually start the ordering process when you're lined up outside. They'll hand you a sheet of paper and a red marker and you circle all your preferences-- which soup, how salty, how spicy, how oily, which type of meat, which noodle, which type of vegetables if any... etc. I ordered mine with less salt, less oil, normal garlic, thin noodles, chasiu and green onions. Got spice level 2 (because there were circles for 1, 2 and otherwise you pick a number and write it in) and it was pretty mild but enough to notice that it's there! Next time I'd get the same or up to 3? But not much higher because I like a comforting tonkotsu soup over a spicy one. The Karaage was very whatever. Wouldn't get again. It wasn't dry but also wasn't juicy either. Just mediocre and not worth ordering. Toppings are on the table. I added the chili flakes and sesame seeds. It's nice that you grind the sesame yourself so it smells super fragrant! Everything else is self serve from the chopsticks, napkins, and the pitcher of water they give you too. Service was pretty quick once we sat down. Ramen was good and would get again! read more

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For me, Ramen Nagi always delivers consistent quality. The line may look long, but it moves quickly. The staff are very quick and efficient in managing the lines, taking orders, seating, and bringing out the food. I like the customization you can do for oil/salt. My go to is the original king and a karaage to share. I tried the new mazesoba item they had on the menu. Definitely do not recommend. It was very salty. If you want to try it, remove some of the red seasoning and the sauce. Add it back in later if its lacking flavor. Once you mix it in, there's no going back. read more

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We ordered the Original King with chashu and the Original King with kakuni, and both were absolutely on point. The broth was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor without being too heavy. Noodles had the perfect texture, and you can really taste the quality in every bite. The tamago was perfectly cooked and that creamy yolk just adds even more richness to the ramen. The chashu was tender and flavorful and the kakuni was super soft, just insanely good. Service was quick and efficient even though it was busy. Definitely will come back to try other flavors! read more

Ramen Nagi - Original king with kakuni and tamago (egg) - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Heard a lot of hype surrounding this ramen spot tucked in Santa Anita Mall in Arcadia. Parking is never an issue at the mall here, so that is always a plus. The line seemed very long, but to our pleasant surprise, it moved very quick. I appreciated how they had someone run down the menu and each ramen. It was a very clear breakdown of the menu and it helped us choose what we wanted quicker. Red King, 8.75/10: Love the customization options. The noodles were exactly how I like them, firm and still with a chew. The soft boiled egg was perfect. The broth was deep, rich, savory, and umami. Love the crunch from the woodear mushroom. My only small gripe is the ball of spiced pork in the middle is a bit too salty and it overpowered the dish in my opinion. The pork belly was a tad dry too. Classic Tokotsu, 9/10: Again, a hit with this bowl. This one somehow was even better. I liked the balance of ingredients and flavors with this one. It was slightly more well-rounded than the red king. They really nailed the quintessential fatty pork bone broth. Chicken Karaage, 9.5/10: One of the best karaage you'll find outside of Japan. Crunchy, savory, and paired perfectly with the squeeze of lemon and kewpie mayo. The waiter even gave us extra. Perfectly seasoned in my opinion. read more

Ramen Nagi - Red King Ramen and Karaage in the back. - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

It's in Arcadia mall with a lot traffic, however they're very efficient, the staff will give you the menu while stay in line and confirm the orders before entering the restaurant. The ramen tastes great, strong flavors which is my favorite. The fried dumplings look great but very oily. read more

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One of my favorite LA ramen spots. Ramen Nagi, located in the Arcadia mall, whips up some amazing tonkotsu ramen for about $20 a bowl after tax. Wait times during peak meal times can get pretty long but they cycle through people very fast, like ramen shops in Japan. You fill out a sheet with your order while standing in line so your food comes out probably in like 5 minutes after seating. The Red King comes with a big ball of spicy ground pork. You can adjust spice level and even go much higher if you wish. This one gets to be a little salty by the end if you mix in the entire meat ball. The Black King comes with squid ink and blackened garlic for a greater depth of flavor. The Green King, imo the most interesting one, is basically a pesto pasta and ramen fusion. Sounds horrendous but it's actually really good! The pesto flavor is there but mild and doesn't overtake the tonkotsu and the shaved parm gives it an additional salty, slightly nutty note. Their karaage is always hot and juicy and the gyoza is one of my favorites from restaurants. The food quality is highly consistent and never really changed across many, many visits. Service is sometimes hit and miss--not bad at all but occasionally absent. Once done, they'll give you your check and you pay at the front counter on the way out. read more

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This has been both my go to food in the arcadia mall as well as my favorite ramen nagi location. It only has indoor seating with good amount of tables. The service at this restaurant chain is always great and all servers are accommodating. I do like the ordering process in which you order before you get in. This was probably my 20th time here and its never changed in terms of quality of food, meat, broth, and the appetizers as well. read more

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One of our friends suggested to eat here, and it was a really good choice! We came before the line, but were waiting on one of our party members, which ended up taking about 30 minutes. The staff still had us wait off to the side but still "reserved" in the front of the queue for when he arrived. They gave us our table immediately once he made it, and even joked with him that he had us starving and waiting long haha We all mutually agreed that the broth was amazing!! It was rich, creamy, flavorful. The noodles, protein, and veggies were high-quality as well At some point, two of the servers bumped into each other and spilled some ice on me. They were so sweet and helpful, both checking on me multiple times and bringing me an abundance of napkins lol Definitely a pleasant experience! read more

Ramen Nagi - original broth, chashu, cabbage, thin noodles - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

The line moved super fast, which was a pleasant surprise. Since it was my first time, I really appreciated how the staff explained how to order--they made it simple and easy. I'm not usually a big ramen person, but my boyfriend said this is his favorite ramen spot. The food came out quickly and was so good. Definitely worth the wait! read more

Ramen Nagi - Ramen Near Me - Arcadia, California

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