This is my new ramen spot! Ordered my ramen with wood ear mushrooms and corn. My boyfriend ordered the spicy ramen and said it was extra spicy. He was sweating! Gyoza was really good too. Ordered gyoza, 1 beer, 2 ramen bowls with extra wood ear mushrooms, corn, spring onions. Total was $76. Felt it was a bit expensive for what we ordered from all the add ons. But it was worth it read more

Ramen Tatsunoya - Ramen Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I wanted to like this ramen spot, but unfortunately, it just wasn't to my taste. The portions felt quite small for the price, and overall, I found it a bit overpriced. Compared with other ramen places in the same price range, there are probably a few options that offer better flavor and value. The meat was very salty, and the broth was also quite salty. I'm not sure if it was because the broth had been simmering for too long or if I happened to get broth from the bottom of the pot, but the saltiness really overpowered the other flavors. The restaurant is connected to a well-known ice cream shop, so I was expecting the ice cream to be something special, but unfortunately, it wasn't particularly memorable either. On the positive side, the staff were friendly, attentive, and very welcoming, which I appreciated. read more

Fast and friendly service. The thin noodles were very nice and bouncy, just how i like them. Great texture. The koku broth was rich and flavorful. Added spicy spice in the tonkotsu which was good and spicy. Indigo cow ice cream was pretty solid but some areas were a little icey. But flavor was very milky. Chocolate wall was the perfect add on to balance the flavors. Ambiance is nice and spacious with plenty of seating when we got there. Plenty of parking which is also great. read more

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While not my favorite Tonkotsu ramen in the area (pretty stacked), Tatsunoya is a solid place to get some pork ramen if I'm in this specific area. I also thought their Tatsunoya roll had a unique flavor since I believe it has pork chasu in it? read more

I would come back for tamago!! I had the mentai one and so good! I'm sure I'd love all the other ones too. The ramen was good too. The koku tonkotsu is flavorful but too salty for me. The jun tonkotsu was good! Chasu very decadent and fatty. The noodles were great! Also had indigo cow which I'm so happy is down in the OC! The flavor is yummy! "Straight from a cow" tasting very milky. Some parts were icy but overall still tasty. Matcha is light. Chocolate wall so good. Service was verrryy fast and polite! Very Japan feeling. Ambiance is clean, spacious and good! Can't wait for indigo cow to bring more of their menu soon! read more

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A solid ramen place IYKYK! We got the Koku Tonkotsu ramen with extra chasu, which was excellent! We also tried the pork gyoza (pan fried potstickers) which they made in house and they were delicious! Don't miss the Indigo Cow soft serve ice cream which is from Hokkaido. The milk flavor is the best! The ambiance is clean and cozy. Service is excellent too. A hidden gem in a strip mall in Costa Mesa - worth the visit! read more

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I wasn't expecting much from Ramen Tatsunoya, so I was pleasantly surprised to find a sold tonkotsu ramen at this ramen shop in a Costa Mesa strip mall. The interior was much nicer than I was expecting, which was a plus. It was quiet when we went for lunch on 4th of July. I ordered the Jun Tonkotsu, which was lighter, with thin noodles and a couple of pieces of chashu. The broth was perfect, not too heavy. The chashu was the highlight. I don't like most chashu I eat, but the pork here was delicious. It made me regret not getting mine with extra chashu. My daughter got the Koku Tonkotsu, which is rich from pork fat and garlic infused oil. It was a little too rich for her, though she did say the chashu was really good. Ramen Tatsunoya is definitely one of my favorite places for Rame in OC! Plenty of parking in the lot. read more

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YUM. We came for the ice cream tbh, but the ramen and gyoza were pretty great too. I'd definitely return! The gyoza was pretty heavy on the garlic though so keep that in mind :) read more

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Love that this place is a little off the beaten track so I have always been able to get a seat without waiting. Store interior is bright, very clean for a ramen joint, and has a cool vibe with jazz music playing. The ramen itself is actually fantastic: A tasteful broth with a slightly sweet onion flavor, noodles that are the right thinness and al dente, and chashu pork that was the softest I have ever had. There are many other ramen places in the area, but it's worth the extra 10 minutes to come here! read more

Ramen Tatsunoya - Kokutonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

One of the Best ramen places I've ever had. I had the Jun tonkatsu ramen. The broth was hot, and not too creamy. Chasu was tender. Noodles were perfectly cooked. I should have added an egg though. Service was great. Place was small but clean. Hope to make it back again. Wish there was a place like this in Sacramento! read more

Ramen Tatsunoya - Jun Tonkatsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This place is wonderful and what you would find to be an authentic, truly Japanese taste. I would highly recommend the regular tonkatsu, this is the traditional pork broth. The broth is so good, so clean, perfect taste. Definitely add a ramen egg - you won't regret it. The noodles are so, perfect chew and taste. I do wish there was maybe at least one more slice of chashu as that seems a little sparse. The menu is just the right size. Service is friendly, fast, and the prices are very fair considering the quality and the location. The place inside is quaint, I and has some limited seating, so just be prepared that it can get busy depending on when you're going. I used to work 1-2 blocks away, but since moving, don't come to this area very often. However, when looking for ramen, would most definitely make the drive here, because it really is worth it. read more

Ramen was ok, plenty of better options around within 15 mins drive. Forgot our order, so that was one star off for me.

I wanted to get Indigo Cow soft serve and decided to have ramen first. It was such a pleasant surprise at how amazing the ramen was. I got the Jun Tonkotsu and my husband got the Vegan Ramen. We both really liked ours picks. It's the first time I've finished a ramen bowl at a restaurant! The second time we went I got the Jun Tonkotsu with thick noodles which I prefer. It's my new go to ramen place. The service was great too. read more

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Ramen Tatsunoya was really good! We quickly had to maneuver after another restaurant was having some type of issue so we were lucky to find this one. Cute place inside and not bad for being in a strip mall. The service was excellent and the ramen hit the spot and both broths were very good. The gyoza was also very good and the prices here are very reasonable. read more

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Had ramen tatsunoya after one of my Pilates and it hit the spot! I got spicy miso and it was great, the addition of the black ear fungi added that crunchy textures. I wish the broth was a bit more flavorful because it tastes kind of bland. However, service was amazing and the servers were very attentive and talkative. Would definitely come back! read more

Ramen Tatsunoya - Spicy Miso Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This place is not too bad. The service is great and the ambiance is relaxing. I will say the food is fresh. The Tatsunoya Roll, would never get that again. Not my cup of tea, over did it in the mayonnaise. 2/5. The spicy miso ramen was good. Everything is perfect. 5/5. The tonkatsu ramen is like any other generic ramen, but they hook it up with broth and noodles. 4/5. read more

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I visited Ramen Tatsunoya on a weekday night and was able to be seated right away. The ramen was delicious and genuinely reminded me of my visit to Japan. The broth was rich and flavorful, leaning a bit on the heavier side but still very satisfying. The staff were extremely kind and accommodating. We were able to order spicy paste on the side, which made it easy to adjust the heat level to our own preference. The interior has a standard, casual restaurant feel. If I'm ever craving authentic ramen in south Costa Mesa and don't want to hop on the freeway, I'm going here. read more

Ramen Tatsunoya - Koku Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This is one of my two favorite ramen spots in CM and I could go here every single day. The parking lot is spread out and there is plenty, these guys have the better end of parking as it gets tricky on the other side. Friendly staff and everyone always seems happy. I typically go early and dont have to wait. I flip flop between the Koku and Jun. The Koku is more fatty if Im understanding correctly. They have a house spice at the table that is AMAZING, I took a bottle and enjoy it on EVERYTHING. I like to add a seasoned egg and that is complete for me. My wife has got the Tatsonoya Roll and I have to say they are pretty amazing too. I really appreciate the Chashu they make, its honestly the thickest out there but is still VERY tender. Fall apart tender and thick seems to be tricky and they have it down. Im gonna finish up this review and head on over for some excellent ramen right now. read more

One of the best ramen places in OC! (Top 2 for sure!) We had the Tonkotsu Ramen, Gyoza, Spice tuna roll, and they had teriyaki chicken wings as a new menu item which I really hope they keep!! As it turned out to be the best part. The ramen was incredible. Super rich and concentrated broth with a nice sear and intense flavor in the chashu pork. We added a few soft boiled eggs which were absolutely flawlessly cooked, the best I've ever had tbh. The gyoza had a nice crispy bottom and were so shockingly juicy inside it felt almost like a soup dumping! The sushi roll was also packed with flavor and a nice heat. It was really the teriyaki wings that stole the show. Again, ridiculously juicy with a nice crunch on the outside, the sauce was insanely good! Sweet, rich, garlicy, umami - all the best flavors. Service was excellent, everyone was super nice and the food came out quickly and hot!!! It felt made with love and skill. The only thing is that it was a bit bright inside the restaurant but then again I am sensitive to light. Otherwise the layout was nice and specious and full of medium and small booth options. Overall we cannot wait to return and bring friends!! :) read more

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The atmosphere is calm, spacious and feels very zen, with music to match. The staff were very friendly and prompt. Ordered the Koku Tonkotsu and it came out very quickly. I am third generation Japanese and the ramen was very authentic like in Japan. The noodles are thin and the chashu was cooked perfectly- melts in your mouth with a very soft texture. The broth is savory with a lot of depth of flavor. You can tell this broth has been cooked well and with care. I would say this place is one of my favorites locally! Definitely, will be back. read more

We tried the restaurant on vacation in Newport. The menu is overall simple with the ability to add to each of the ramens. The broth is flavorful and the noddles nice and chewy. We each had a different kind of noodle in our soups with the spicy miso having the yellowish ramen ones people often think of. It was fairly spicy so not good for anyone that doesn't like heat. My husband had their special, which was called the mountain and was a larger portion than the other soups. Restaurant is nice and clean. We got sat quickly and service was efficient. It is in more of a strip mall area near Target so parking isn't an issue. It's more walking to the place you need to be careful for cars turning and going straight. read more

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Favorite ramen in the area. Jun tonkotsu, has a lighter broth, lighter in flavor. Koku tonkotsu is more popular and richer in flavor. If you love spicy they heave a spicy miso. And if you like curry you must try the curry tonkatsu- it is excellent! read more

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I tried this place back when I was in Japan and the lines were SO long over there. Finally getting a chance to try it here! I got the Spicy Miso Tonkotsu Ramen and shared the Spicy Tuna Roll with my boyfriend. The broth was rich, creamy, and not too spicy. I added in some spicy to adjust for my liking, but also didn't want to compromise the flavor of the ramen broth. The chashu slices were THICK, filling, and packed so much flavor. There was a special going on for the Aojiru Green Tea. With purchasing one, we were given a box to take home. I loved how refreshing it was paired with the richness of the ramen broth. It tasted like green tea! read more

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So amazing! Convenient location, speedy service, easy to see and understand menu, great great food. Vegan ramen was heavenly! read more

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Some of the best ramen I've had I'm a long time. It was approximately $17 for the Spicy Miso Tonkotsu, $2 Egg, $3.80 for the Mexican Coke. . There was lots of open seats and plenty of parking since it is in a Plaza. I will definitely be back! read more

Ramen Tatsunoya - I ordered the Spicy Miso Tonkotsu with Thick noodles. omg, so BOMB. - Ramen Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This is honestly in my Top 3 Favorite Ramen Joints ever! On this visit, I've enjoyed the Koku Chashu-Men, a rich broth, extra chashu pork version of their signature Tonkotsu Ramen broth. According to their menu, the rich broth is made from pork fat, umami paste, and garlic oils, and it was delicious! Great ramen with thin noodles that was warm, comforting, and didn't leave you defeated at the end. The chashu pork is also super tender, with the fat melting in your mouth completely. The Gyoza was also pretty solid as well; great presentation with the dumpling skirt, which I love. I previously had the lighter Jun version of the broth and it's solid as well! The service and staff were friendly and fast! Our food didn't take too long after ordering to get to our table. I also love the decor and the ramen-shop vibe in the shop. Definitely check this ramen joint out! read more

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We came during their one-year anniversary where they were running a $1 ramen deal. Parking was easy in a plaza and waiting time was around two hours. Place is small, but warm and inviting. The servers are also super sweet and greet you on the way in despite being busy. 10/10 Koku Tonkotsu ($1): Rich and creamy, just like how the name suggests! So good and super filling. Noodles and chashu were cooked nicely. 7/10 Spicy Miso Tonkotsu ($1): Skip this and just go for a Koku/Jun tonkotsu. It wasn't bad, but doesn't hit the spot as much as the Koku does. Thank you Ramen Tatsunoya for the deal! :) read more

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My friends and I went to Ramen Tatsunoya for their 1 year anniversary! We waited in line for about 2 hours but the staff was super efficient in letting guests come in and out! The ramen was super umami and good! We also got gyoza dumplings as an appetizer! The dumplings were plump and juicy! The filling had pork and vegetables! They also had a promo which if you bought the green Aijoru drink you would get a box free! I would recommend this to anybody who likes a good ramen spot! TIP: There's 2 restrooms in the back, one has a sliding door and more wheelchair accessible and one is smaller but still functionable! There's also ample parking and is in a plaza! read more

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Absolute favorite ramen restaurant around! The food is fresh and delicious and everyone who works there is so nice. Highly recommend!

Went here on their 1 year anniversary for the $1 ramen! Line was pretty long but it went really fast. Even with a fairly small store I think due to the quick and prompt service from the staff there, everything was fast and efficient! For drinks we tried the Golden Aojiru which was very earthy and refreshing (I think if they made it a lemonade it would've been amazing). For appetizers we got their Homemade Gyoza. Pan Fried on the bottom, the gyoza was crunchy and juicy at the same time. Very delicous with a mix of the sauce they had on the side. For the ramen we got the Koku Tonkotsu(thick noodles) and the Spicy Miso Ramen. Flavors were very rich and deep. I added the spicy paste to the Koku Tonkotsu which enhanced the flavor of the broth. Everything was delicious and will come again when in the area. PS. The store is located in a huge parking lot with plenty of parking and multiple stores in the area. Great place to hang out! read more

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Ramen Tasunoya is one of my Top 3 favorite ramen shops in the area. (#1 is of course Ramen Akimoto in Yorba Linda and the other one being Ramen Nagi). This is a great restaurant to eat-in instead of ordering it as a takeout. The service is prompt and you would hardly ever wait for your food to arrive. The service is attentive without it feeling like you're being hovered over or waiting around just to get some more water. The servers will ask you if everything tastes ok and all but if you have any issues or want modifications, good luck! Nothing will come of it. You dislike the thin noodles because the texture being too stiff? That's too bad! Eat it up or order kaedama noodles. Why even bother asking if nothing will be done about it? What still gets me to actually keep returning as often as I do is because of their delicious broth. It is to die for especially if you get the Koku with extra chashu. I like mine with thick noodles and extra bean sprouts. The meat melts right in your mouth which is lovely. I also think it's neat that the kaedama noodles come with little bits of chashu, bean sprouts, etc. I normally don't care too much for the gyoza at ramen shops even though I order them practically every time. BUT. The ones at Tasunoya is excellent. It's worth every penny. It has a perfect balance of crispness and nice flavor to it. Definitely a must try. On the other hand, Tasunoya rolls are something I wouldn't order again. It has too much mayo and it also didn't help it came after the entree was half way done being eaten. Lastly, I really don't recommend ordering from Tasunoya via Doordash. Within minutes of placing the order, I received a call from them letting me know they cannot sub the thin noodles with thick noodles because it's a Doordash order. No other explanation given. Just call them if I need further assistance. Ummmmm it's not like I asked for tonkotsu ramen made vegan or halal somehow. Order just never got fulfilled as I was already on my way there in a bad Monday traffic. The order got cancelled with a refund but still. I have also used their online order system as well but the noodle texture was just not the same and the whole experience was not replicable. For this reason, I really really really highly recommend eating in-person and not bother getting the food as a takeout. In sum, the 3 out of 5 stars rating was rounded up to a 4 out of 5 stars rating because of their great food quality. I would have otherwise given a 5/5 except their customer service aspects are strangely inflexible and lacking. read more

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Was in the area and found this place. Very delicious. The staff was very friendly. If I'm ever in the area again I will go back for sure.

Great find while in the neighborhood! Food was fresh and tasty! Service was quick and clean restaurant! Ramen broth had great flavor! read more

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Ok. This was a suprise. The Ramen here was delicious. The gyoza was flavorful and agood size, but it could have been more crispy. The service was on point. From entering the restaurant, taking our orders, making sure drinks were refilled to checking on out table if we needed anything. The restaurant was clean. Very inviting. I would definitley come back again. read more

Ramen Tatsunoya - Koku Extra Chashu - Ramen Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

No menma (bamboo). Pricey meat. Not what I look for in a ramen place. The lights are very bright. It feels less inviting and less warm than I'd like. Not great if you have glasses or get headaches from overhead lights. They give you lettuce as a part of the ramen. And any additions cost so much. It feels very painful to be poor here. I encourage coming with more than yourself because the sides to put in the ramen are more than one person needs. Coming here solo is not recommended. The spice on the side that is free is yummy. Noodles and broth were fantastic. Chashu is super good. This place is made to just drain your wallet. A punishing basic bowl of ramen with two pieces of chashu and insulting sides included. Do not recommend. Only positive is the ramen, egg, and meat taste good, but that doesn't make the rest of the experience enjoyable. They did say irasshaimase to everyone entering which was cute! 3.5 stars for overpriced ramen, glaring ambience, no bamboo???, and the bad emotional feel of the menu/sides experience. read more

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Daughter had worked and then volunteered and you can't run on empty. We decided to eat at Ramen Tatsunoya. There was no wait and we were shown right to a table at about 7 PM on a Saturday night. Other diners were enjoying their meals. Daughter had a question about the vegan ramen. The broth is made out of soy milk. I ordered the housemade gyoza for the three of us to share. I wanted the lighter broth of Jun Tonkotsu with bean sprouts added. Both daughters wanted flavored eggs with their Koku ramen. One of them had the Koku with their extra chashu. The 2 young ladies were so hungry after work that I only managed to get a photo of my ramen and the gyoza. Everyone was focused on their eating. We forgot to sprinkle sesame seeds on our ramen. The gyoza was like how we would make dumplings at home. The meal was truly satisfying and just what we wanted with it being so cold and wet lately. We also had to place a to go order of Koku for the man of the house. read more

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Another great experience at Tatsunoya! Service was friendly as usual, and we were promptly seated upon arrival which made it a great option for a quick, casual weeknight dinner. I got the Jun Tonkatsu again this time, but with more chasu -- so worth! The pieces were super tender. I also added an egg which was perfectly jammy. My bf and sister got the Koku version, which is richer / fattier. They both loved their meal as well, with the hearty broth and soft chasu + egg add-on. We also got the gyoza, which was a great side! Tasted fresh and was a good portion for sharing. Looking forward to coming back again! read more

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Service is amazing, she kept checking on my son and I often, refilling water without us having to ask. The inside decor is super modern, very simple yet elegant. The menu is very basic, which I liked a lot, straight to the point with food selection. We went right when it opened at 11am and once we were in there folks started pouring in. It was cool, when she asked me if I wanted a purse container. I've never seen this before and I thought it was something unique. We found our new ramen spot! read more

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Service was efficient and courteous. We ordered spicy miso and curry ramen. Curry ramen had cheese topping (?), very salty! Miso ramen very meh. Portions are small yet prices are not cheap compared to other ramen places. In fact, you could have gone to better ramen shops nearby. So disappointed. Not sure why such good reviews? read more

Extremely flavorful and delicious. Noodles were thin (what I prefer) and so good! I got the Jun tonkotsu and I loved it. New favorite spot! read more

Ramen Tatsunoya - Ramen Near Me - Costa Mesa, California