The chicken karaage bowl!? Unreal. Crispy, golden, perfectly seasoned & still juicy inside (which is where most places miss, but not here). Every bite had that satisfying crunch without being greasy or heavy. Don't forget extra aioli! The rice was fluffy, the portions were generous, and everything in the bowl just worked. Nothing felt random--like this was actually put together with intention, not just tossed in a container. Also, shoutout to the balance of crispy chicken + warm rice + fresh toppings = elite comfort food situation. Service was quick, everything came out hot, and the whole experience was smooth from start to finish. Honestly, this is one of those meals you keep thinking about after. Already planning my next trip back. read more

This spot is NOT a dog friendly welcoming establishment so you've been warned. Not dog friendly for being such a dog heavy populated community is kinda a stretch... I brought my dog for a TOGO ORDER, held her and sat while waiting for my Togo order. They sent/shooed me outside to wait for my order. Another person was waiting/seated outside and the waitress went out to ask "are you dining in?" She said yes, waiting for a buddy. The waiter then told her to "come wait inside" after she told me "she'd bring my Togo order out" and basically showed me out the door. It gives off rude, non-welcoming decorum and just unnecessary excessiveness (my dog didn't touch her precious floors the whole time). I def need to do better and just say no I won't support this spot any more. read more

Used to be good, now it's trash ("the McDonald's of ramen"). Tsukemen ramen was the only good thing on their menu and they got rid of it. Save yourself the headache and go to any of the far better ramen shops in LA. read more

My favorite location for this restaurant chain! Food is always yummmm, staff is always friendly amd the ambiance is always chill read more

Silverlake Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Our experience at Silverlake Ramen could be summarized as "absolute yum!" The spicy veggie ramen was delicious, topped with a generous portion of fresh, tasty vegetables and tofu, and there were so many noodles that I couldn't even finish it. The miso broth was tasty and the egg (an add-on) was cooked to perfection, creamy and just... wow! I still dream of that ramen bowl a few days later... My husband had the impossible bao and a side of spicy kimchi. He loved the kimchi so much in fact that he ordered a second serving (he's never done that before.) I don't really love kimchi but I had to taste it, and even I have to admit that it was good. The service was excellent and expedient. This was probably one of the top 3 best ramens I've had in my life. The food at Silverlake knocked my socks off. I will make a point of stopping by again next time I'm in LA! It's totally worth it. read more

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Wow..... so obsessed I tried silverlake ramen for the first time and omg it's so yummy. I am pretty particular with my ramen but tbh I'm super impressed. This will definitely be my go to spot, and to top it off there was no wait on a Sunday evening plus the service and staff are great. Also the prices on the menu are beautiful !! read more

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I've been eating at Silverlake Ramen for about 10 years now, and to this day it's still in my top 3 ramen spots. Inside has a casual vibe, and you can tell the restaurant is proud of it's LA roots. Service has always been amazing every time I've eaten here. Parking can be challenging, but the lot outside has valet if you can't find street parking. Their tonkotsu ramen has a rich, flavorful broth, and their pork chashu always comes to my mind first when I think of tender, melt-in-your-mouth chashu. Their sides are all so good too! I frequently get their karaage and spicy chicken bun (definitely SPICY!!) I'm devastated that they removed tsukemen from the menu just a month ago because it was my absolute favorite, and I haven't found a single place that does tsukemen better besides in Tokyo. read more

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Service isn't good. I was waiting for them to help me get a table and they ignored me

We went for a joke and this is one of my friends favorite spots. Well now it's one of mine too. This is some of the best ramen I've had since coming back from Japan. I got the spicy chicken and it hit the spot! I will be coming back after another successful hike to treat myself! read more

Silverlake Ramen - Chicken Karaage Bowl - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We were on vacation and this restaurant was close by. We walk there it's in a little alley with a ton of restaurants. We sat in the patio section that had heating lamps and there was a lot of privacy. We ordered crispy chicken, gyoza, and ramen. Everything seemed very fresh and the service was fast. The ramen was very good, the gyoza's were crispy, and the chicken was very crispy. This was a great date night idea. read more

Silverlake Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I ordered the shoyu chicken ramen and chicken KaraAge combo. The food itself and dine in service itself is great. The only downside is the "highway robbery" like parking - they don't have parking spot for customers rather there is "valet only" parking that charges 6-7 dollars per visit. When I asked the restaurant, they say "we don't have/own the parking". This is like they make the dish but don't provide utensils - yet some other business try to sell you the utensils otherwise you have no way to eat there. LoL read more

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My friends & I met up at the original Silverlake Ramen location for lunch. With just a dozen tables, the restaurant was smaller than I expected. Getting a combo was the way to go; I had planned on ordering an appetizer & ramen, this way saved a couple bucks at around $22 for both. The Spicy Chicken Bun contained flavorful chicken karaage but was over-sauced in teriyaki. Shoyu Ramen has a light broth & I enjoyed the generous portions of green onion & tender bamboo shoots, however the noodles were a touch overcooked. A decent bowl, but with the abundance of ramen shops to try in LA, I wouldn't rush back to this particular chain. Servers made great recommendations for our group & were definitely knowledgeable about every dish on the menu. They never made us feel rushed & were on hand for anything we needed. Great hospitality. read more

Silverlake Ramen - Shoyu (with chicken) - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I've admired this cuisine since my first experience with Ramen. I never knew that noodles could be so filling and full of soul. So when I decided I needed a quick bite before my day ended, to my surprise, my experience at Silver Lake Ramen was no different. I visited SLR after a friend picked me up from an impromptu flight change. Amongst other things, I said "I love ramen" so she recommended SLR which was a shimmy down the hill. I arrived on Friday, October 6th (2023), around 10:30pm. The entire strip was busy, full of folks frolicking, on dates and whatnot. I stepped in for a bit and had to register for a table. After about 15 minutes, I was seated at a small table meant for two near the entrance. I had somewhere to be so I only ordered the Classic Ramen with Chicken. The wait wasn't long but it was entertaining as people were cheery throughout the space. The meal came quick but I was impressed by the robust but soothing flavor given the simplicity of the order. Everything from the broth to the noodles was excellent. I was impressed with the quick service and efficiency of the restaurant. Overall, after having little to no expectations for this quick Ramen meal, I was delighted to have came. All elements of a solid establishment came together; cheery atmosphere, solid food and efficient service. If you're in the Silver Lake area, this would be the place to go! read more

Silverlake Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Always heard about this place and finally got to try. Wanted to have some ramen with a friend so it was a nice place to go to. I ordered the tonkotsu ramen and I enjoyed it. The broth flavor was delicious and the portion was good. I also had the fried gyoza and enjoyed those too. The ambience was nice, we went around 3 so it wasn't too busy and the music they played was enjoyable not too loud . The food was great and it's the location is in a Lilly's place with ice cream or paletas next door. read more

With all the hype of this place, I expected better ramen, but I do think this is a little average. Texture of the noodles could have been better, soup was not as creamy as I thought it would be. I think it's good to note that this wasn't too heavy though. I would definitely not wait in a huge line for it. read more

Silverlake Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

1:43 on a Thursday afternoon I was so glad to find parking on the street. Sometimes that is the biggest struggle in coming here. You don't really want to pay the very small Plaza valet people. But anyway, we found Street parking. We got lucky. We were able to quickly sit down and order our food. We hadn't been here in a while, but the menu has not changed tremendously. The food is still consistently good. My little one had a. soboro bowl, ground chicken with scrambled egg and usually comes with red ginger, sesame seeds and green onions, but she wanted none of that. One thing that is different, and I don't know how long ago they changed this about their menu, but they used to do a small size of the same bowl that you could get with an accompanying bowl of Ramen. Apparently they don't do this anymore. Now, if you order a combo, you select your ramen and broth... and then you get to select your other additional item off of their list of appetizers that are available. Not feeling too hungry on this warm summer afternoon, I ordered a California roll. It was delicious. The rice was not hard or over flavored. And also, if you have any in the sesame seeds. Perfect snack. We took home a big bum, extra pickled onions and the jalapeños being able to feed a family of three this way with actually very affordable. The portion sizes are still just enough for us. This is one of our favorite spots to come to in the area, especially after a long day of appointments at the Neighbor Children's Hospital of Los Angeles. But as I mentioned before, sometimes parking can be a little bit of a difficult difficulty. Typically, it was not a freezer, but it was not too warm in here either. The restaurant is very comfortable. It is very clean, I have never been here and it not be clean or being cleaned immediately after a party leaves. the staff are very friendly. I really appreciate how well the staff listens to the Ingredients that I ask to be left out of food, bc we are allergic. read more

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This place is decent! They're missing a kids menu, which is a problem for families. They only provide large, adult size bowls for kids. They also don't have their own parking, so it's an extra nine dollars to eat here. However, they do have their own bathroom for customers that's clean and well kept aside from graffiti scratched on it by customers. The location is very small, about nine tables inside the entire restaurant? But the cool thing is that the chefs are right behind the tables so you can see them cooking which is fun. The service is good and attentive. The restaurants rewards program is subpar, offers one free canned drink with sign up, but I found their canned drinks are very limited. I would like to see options that aren't just sugary soda for those not interested in the sugar. There's also VERY limited vegetarian and vegan options, you basically get one single vegan / vegetarian option per bowl and plate on their menu. Nothing pescatarian friendly whatsoever. The food itself is good, overpriced in my opinion, but that's common in Los Angeles given the price to run a business here is expensive too so I understand that. I'd say this is a good place to go if you're one person or two, not for families, or anyone who's pescatarian. If you're vegetarian or vegan, you can get one or two things to eat here. It'll still be yummy. Overall, has its flaws, still decent! read more

This is a legit ramen place in Silverlake. It's reasonably priced, but parking can be a bit of a challenge in their lot. There is a long wait during lunch hours, but quick service. It's one of my favorite go-to ramen places close to home. They have a combination of bowls and a pretty good deal. Tasty ramen! read more

Silverlake Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Now this is what I like my ramen to be, great flavor and just the right amount of spice to get your nose running. The place is on the smaller side, so reservations are a must, there is out door seating but depending on the weather you may just want to wait to sit inside. If you're in the area and in the mood for some Ramen, check them out. read more

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Avoid the hassle and order home delivery. You don't need valet parking for tha place. 10 dollars to park there. What a joke.

It was around 6:30PM on a Thursday and we were able to be immediately seated. This is what I ordered: CLASSIC RAMEN ($16.50) - I went for the Classic Ramen (which has DAIRY - traditional tonkotsu ramen usually does not have milk). The broth flavor was pretty good, but nothing to write home about. It came with bean sprouts, one piece of seaweed, green onions, one egg, and black garlic oil. For protein, I chose to have pork cutlets (they were very thick and tender). CHICKEN KARAAGE BOWL ($8.75) - The fried chicken was good, but it had a lot of sauce on it for my taste (teriyaki and spicy aioli). GREEN TEA ($2.50) - It is a small portion cup. You can ask one of the employees for hot water to stretch that teabag's life. For my personal taste, I was not a huge fan of the restaurant's atmosphere. It is a small restaurant and you can feel it. Near the bathroom there are a lot of boxes piled up like a storage unit. The glass wall facing the street has graffiti on it, and if you are near the street side, there are a lot of cars and people passing through. If there had been a line to get in to eat, I would not have been happy waiting so long for just decent ramen. However, since I was seated immediately, the food was not bad, and the restaurant is in a convenient part of Silver Lake, I rated it a higher experience. read more

Silverlake Ramen - Chicken Karaage Bowl ($8.75)-Japanese style fried chicken, teriyaki sauce, spicy aioli, green onion and red ginger over rice. - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Rainy days call for Ramen These 3 guys were bustin their arses in the front of the house. Great team work. Food is good I highly recommend the pork bun & garlic truffle ramen! SO good read more

First thing on landing in LA which is quite cold compared to the crib (Miami), I wanted some nice and warm ramen. Silverlake didn't disappoint. They have a nice check-in reservation system that goes smoothly. The spicy tonkatsu (and regular) was so damn good. Creamy broth. The literal most perfect pork I have ever had in ramen. Getting it with the combo which comes with a side is a nice add-on. Def recommend read more

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Great food. Great service. Went on a Sunday night. Waited 30 min. They were full. They have a bar next door that we went to visit for cocktails while we waited for seats. Had a great time. read more

Finally, I get to try Silverlake Ramen in Silverlake. I live in Long Beach, and I have been to the store in Long Beach Exchange for the past few years. It got my family through our ramen craving during the pandemic, but I have been curious whether the ramen at the actual flagship store is better. I got my answer when my son had a weekend soccer tournament near Silverlake, and we enjoyed our ramen in the store. The ramen was definitely better than the Long Beach store--the broth was richer and creamier, the pork belly was thicker and more flavorful, but the noodle was about the same. Even the chicken karaage was crispier and more tender. This store was also busier, and it took a while before the server visited our table. Three different waiting staff took turn filling our water, and it was frequent because my son was emptying the cup over and over again after his soccer game. The interior was a bit cramped, but the parking lot was completely packed by valet parking. We parked on the street and walked over. The Long Beach store was good, but I am glad that I had a chance to try the original store. read more

Silverlake Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've seen so many Silverlake Ramen restaurants, but haven't had a chance to try it until recently and I'm glad it was at this location. Since it's in LA, parking lot was small. We just parked on the streets and walked over. We came on a Sunday around 2:30 so luckily there wasn't a wait. It did take a while for the server to take our order, but customer service was great after that and she checked in on us a few times. I ordered the classic Tonkotsu ramen with pork belly ($16.50) and I really enjoyed it! I wish they gave more pork belly though. It was just one piece. They also have this chili paste that was so good! I added some to my ramen and it went well together. Overall, I would definitely come back and will try the other locations. read more

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I was trying to order online for pick up but my card was not allowing it. So since I was only a 5 minute walk away, I walked there and ordered. I was greeted as soon as I walked in and was offered a menu. I ordered and waited about 7 minutes. I ordered the combo Blaze pork mild and crispy chicken Karaage appetizer. I was kindly advised to have a seat while I wait. The inside looked clean and pretty busy. Everyone seemed to be enjoying their meals. I took it home and because of the broth it was nice and hot. The Ramen was delish. The pork slice was a good size. The chicken Karaage was nice and crispy. I was in the mood for some good Ramen and Silverlake Ramen did not disappoint! read more

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Silver Lake Ramen had a really nice ambiance when we went. It wasn't too packed yet around 7 p.m., but it definitely started filling up later. For appetizers, we got the edamame which was nicely salted, and the grilled gyoza -- both solid starters. We ordered two combos, which included ramen and an appetizer. It ended up being a good deal for what you get. I had the Shoyu on Fire, which had a bit of a kick and a hint of Mexican cilantro flavor. We also tried the Black Truffle ramen, which was my personal favorite -- the black garlic oil gave it a deep, savory taste. The noodles here are on the firmer side compared to other ramen spots. We also got the karaage, which is always a favorite. It came with a spicy mayo that paired really well. The staff was nice and attentive throughout the night. Overall, it's a solid spot with good vibes and flavorful options. I'm not a huge ramen fanatic, so it takes a bit more for me to give a five-star rating for ramen, but I'd give this one a solid four out of five. read more

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Highly recommend! They have a great deal - appetizer + ramen for $20. I got the fried chicken (mouth wateringly juicy and tender on the inside yet super crunchy on the outside) and spicy (mild) shoyu ramen. The mild was perfect for me - not too spicy but had a little kick. The broth is not the star of the show here - it's the seared pork belly and the noodles. The pork belly is seared perfectly, crispy on the outside and SO tender with fattiness that melts on your tongue. The noodles also have the perfect consistency and thickness. The broth itself is pretty creamy, which is unique, and like I said earlier, not the star of the show but compliments the noodles very well. The space itself is a bit cramped and the wait was long but we hopped next door to Thirsty Crow and had the perfect amount of time to finish a drink. read more

Silverlake Ramen - Shoyu on Fire - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Good things and bad things here! 1) Sticky rice tuna is good 2) Garlic Truffle Ramen is good but needs a little more garlic flavor. Kind of bland. 3) Japanese chicken is good 4) curry is bad and small portion 5) music is too loud 6) service is meh. 7)My daughter got a piece of pork in her bun appetizer that was 100% fat. Zero actual meat. read more

I was in the parking lot and hungry! Didn't want to get a full bowl of ramen so I got a small rice bowl with pork. It hit the spot! The bowl had a half an egg, deep fried jalapeño...and I didn't even ask for it, but was a pleasant surprise. The server was great and luckily the place only had about 6 people inside so I beat the lunch crowd. The ambiance is great! Small, intimate...almost like being in Japan! read more

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Parking is such a drag, lot is valet only and still $6 with validation. However, food makes up for it (if there is no long wait). Which luckily since its been so hot this summer, there hasn't been. Pretty small inside, but staff is very friendly and attentive. Decent portion size, flavorful broth and great noodles. No kids menu, but server recommended I order just broth and extra noodles which was a fair price and a good substitution. Not the most convenient ramen spot to eat at, but worth it every once and a while read more

They keep tables open with huge line of people .. very poorly managed It's like they are trying to create a fake line .. read more

For a brief moment in time, Silverlake Ramen had the best chicken curry bowl in town. $10 for regular and $14 for large which was a whole meal and then some. Plus the curry was to die for and the chicken was perfectly fried. They had the same sizing options for their chicken karaage bowl which was also incredible. But now I see they have removed the large option and defaulted to a small size for $10 and it is SMALL. Like teeny tiny. What a bummer. With the economy being the way it is, it was such a treat to have a local restaurant actually selling affordable food. No more. I don't think I'll be ordering from Silverlake Ramen anymore. RIP. read more

Silverlake Ramen - Curry Rice Bowl - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Amazing, the food is delicious. I give it a 10 out of 10, they have great service. Overall the place, the staff are great. May find parking out in the street or valet. read more

Amazing ramen shop, one of my favorites in LA. I usually get the combo (change my noodles) with karage and it's super well worth. I usually leave stuffed and warm. The soup and the noodles taste amazing and very rich in flavor. They have plenty of seating and are quick to provide service. The restaurant is well lit and pleasant to eat in. I usually come here with friends and it's always a great vibe. read more

I usually order online from the Koreatown location and never have issues, but this time I ordered from here and was really disappointed. My food arrived in a bag that was way too small, not stapled or sealed, and the two containers were just tossed in without being closed properly. It honestly felt unsafe, like it could have been tampered with. I only order Silverlake Ramen because it's one of the few places that usually staples the bags correctly. I don't like to eat food that could be tampered with since I don't know the driver and there's no way for me to be sure. This location completely failed to do that. When I called the restaurant as soon as I received the order, the employee who answered didn't apologize or offer any solution--just acted clueless about what to do. That lack of care and accountability was the most frustrating part. Will not order from this location again. read more

Silverlake Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Been wanting to try this spot for a while now. Right off the bat, parking sucked it was $7 but with validation you pay $6. Otherwise you have to look for street parking which is minimal. Service was great! Once inside we were greeted by the sweetest server. She was super attentive and made sure we had everything and that everything tasted good. The husband got the blaze and he loved it! It has a spice that's hits the back of your throat at the end. I got the regular tonkatsu and it was delicious! The pork was our choice of meat and it was melt in your mouth delicious. The broth was rich and porky and creamy and dahmmm I could bathe in it. We were hungry so we also got a tempura shrimp roll which was delicious but your standard roll. The chicken karage was light, crispy, and juicy. Absolutely yummmm! Overall we loved it and would come back. But the $6 parking maybe not coming back as often. read more

Silverlake Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Always great to come here. I've been coming here for the last 15 years, since they open. So much has changed in Silverlake! I love their other branch at Porter Ranch too. It's now my new hood! read more

You order off a kiosk screen from a set menu of ramen options and there are a ton of add ons that can get pricey fast. Service was great even with the electronic ordering start. Ramen can be described as Americanized, but it was still tasty for a lunch date. Portions are generous, so you will likely take some home. Ambiance is a hipster/trendy vibe. read more