Nhi is soooo friendly and kind! Very professional and helpful! We love coming here because every time we come it's always yummy! read more

Overall service was friendly but was very let down by the quality of the food. The reviews for this place are high so we were very surprised. Overall ambiance is acceptable but the environment felt slightly Americanized. The ramen felt very low quality. The broth was watery and did not have a deep flavor and the noodle was much too overcooked which is a HUGE pet peeve of mine. The unagi rice was acceptable but tastes similar to the pre-cooked unagi I buy at ranch 99... The salmon collar seemed promising but they did not add one pinch of salt which is SUPER SUPER necessary when grilling fish to bring out its flavors. We ended up bringing it home adding salt and rebaking it which saved the dish. Overall disappointed by the food and won't be coming back. read more

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This place is a 3.5/5. First of all, service was great. They were very attentive and friendly. The place itself is small and very casual/ family friendly. Now for the food: this place is very affordable but at the cost of quality. Everything tasted good but not fresh. You get a little more (in terms of quantity) than what you pay for. Overall I recommend this place for a cheap ramen or sushi bite! read more

Tampopo Restaurant - Chicken Teriyaki Plate, Tampopo Ramen, Sushi Set, Jalapeno Bomb, Marinated Beef (Bulgogi) Plate, California Roll, Miso Ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Artesia, California

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I always come here to get their 50% off rolls and it's definitely worth the affordable price! I decided to dine in for dinner with my bf and they moved us from a 4 seated table to a 2 seated table (so they could fit another party). We didn't mind moving at all and truly didn't see it being a problem. However, to our surprise, the chef made us a free salmon dish for the "inconvenience." That shows you what kind of service this place has! :3 the rolls are good for what you're paying! read more

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My favorite ramen / sushi spot to go to. Every one is always so welcoming and nice each time we visit. This place's ramen is my favorite, very flavorful. I usually have them make it spicy and it has a nice little kick to it. There is a wide selection of sushi rolls to pick from and love that they have specials on them. No matter what we order , we always enjoy our food. Forgot to take a picture of my ramen last time we went . read more

Tampopo Restaurant - Top left : fire salmon roll Top right: angry tuna Bottom : spicy salmon tempura - Sushi Bars Near Me - Artesia, California

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Sushi and the ramen was really good! I recommend 10/10 Service was good too! Environment is clean as well. read more

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Good food. Good service. I go once a week. I love the ambiance. Small yet homey. I am just coming back. I like the good.

They have 50% off some rolls on the menu, which is a good deal. However, I felt like most of the rolls on that menu had the same or similar ingredients, so there was little variety. The rolls were fat, but didn't have much flavor and the fish was bland. The service was just okay. read more

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Came here a few times with the Family and they Loved it , Especially my Grandkids They give you so much for such a very reasonable price and the Customer Service is Amazing !!! Great Service and Delicious Food We Definitely coming back read more

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Popo?! Where? Oh, Tampopo. They're right over there! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=9tjRE1bFacUgqGEe4fwgYg&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA Tampopo Restaurant has been a long term tenant at the Artesia City Plaza. I remember dining at the prior occupant (Sushi Samurai, I believe), many years ago. Originally planning to dine at Katsumura, only to find they're not open Mondays, Tampopo became Plan B for some sustenance. Lunch Specials & 50% off Sushi everyday- https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=XPOccqfb1bN_YoNgRhlG2A&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA Tampopo ramen & gyoza lunch special- https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=GOlaCNRvjj_wNDUFTmxf5w&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA Priced at $14.95, the Tampopo ramen & gyoza lunch special was a good deal. The broth was thinner than what was expected, and the ramen wasn't al dente (more spaghetti-like) towards my preference. However, the bowl of soup had an ample amount of food with three thick slabs of tender pork belly. The gyoza provided a nice textural contrast to the ramen, and were pleasurable to eat. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=hi22SY14w8pHkvS4Hz6KrQ&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA Service was good. Seating was readily available and the wait was minimal for food. Parking is at the Artesia City Plaza, which can become quite difficult to find during peak hours. Tampopo is located in-between Bakers & Baristas & Sweetee Thai. Not quite comparable to a dedicated ramen shop, Tampopo's ramen & gyoza lunch special is still a bargain for a filling meal. Things are expensive now, so I find Tampopo's reasonable pricing & ample quantities and good choice when in search of a meal option in the area. read more

If you're looking for a Japanese restaurant with various options, try this place. They a menu for rolls that is always 50% off. They have good selection of appetizers. Servers are great and attentive. The restaurant is pretty small but we got seated right away at all times when we visit. read more

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The food is always good and service was fast. Consistency is the key and they are always good with it. Lunch specials are very reasonable with good choices. read more

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Came in around 7pm on Saturday. No wait and it was pretty crowded. We ordered the tampopo ramen, salmon skin roll, scallop roll, and Sam roll. 4/5 Sam roll was our favorite since it was the only half off roll without spicy tuna and imitation crab filling. 3/5 The salmon skin one wasn't crispy and it was a bit tough to eat 3/5 Baked Scallop roll was your least favorite. They had a way too much sauce on top of it. If I had known, I would've asked for less. The baby scallops themselves were actually pretty good though. But we actually ended up leaving three pieces of the California rolls because it was just meh 3/5 the tampopo Ramen wasn't anything amazing. Definitely wouldn't come here for Ramen again. But given that it was $13 for the Ramen, it's actually not that back compared to the other places in Cerritos at $18 which specializes in Ramen. The food came out quite quickly, but the waiters never asked once how everything was because I probably would've returned the baked scallop roll. This your standard Japanese sushi spot if you want to hit the cravings. But nothing worth checking out if you're traveling or visiting. read more

Tampopo Restaurant - Sam roll, baked baby scallop roll, and salmon skin roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Artesia, California

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Amazing experience! I accidentally ordered a non-vegan ramen, and TJ handled it with so much kindness and patience. He checked in throughout the whole meal, and the service felt genuinely thoughtful. The veggie ramen and sushi were really good, and the entire staff was friendly and attentive. I'll be back for sure -- shoutout to TJ and the whole crew! read more

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My parents and I love Tampopo and their lovely and affordable lunch menu. The portions are huge. The food is delicious. The service is always friendly. The ambiance is a little stale inside but nothing uncomfortable. Never had a problem finding parking. read more

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Once upon a time, another Yelp-worthy find! We stopped here for some delicious ramen and sushi rolls. We had the chicken ramen, spicy ramen, and a crunch roll. The ramen was hardy and delicious - they do not skimp on the noodles. The sushi roll was great! The end. read more

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I walked into Tampopo Ramen expecting average noodles--and I was even playing in my head the possibility that, if it turned out to be a poor experience, and a friend also disliked the place, our conversation would run like this: "No quiero ir a Tampopo." "Yo tampoco." That's actually the secret of life: you don't want to expect too much, so that when things turn out for the better, you will be pleased. Indeed that's what happened. My lunch package came with a small but sound order of gyoza. The ramen broth was rich, and the noodles had just the right bite, with tender chashu. The staff was busy, but the service was quick, and the whole place had a homey vibe that made you want to order "just one more" appetizer. If you're wondering whether it's worth the visit, the answer is simple: don't say tampoco ("me neither") when your friends ask if you want ramen. Say "¡Vamonos a Tampopo!" read more

Will always give this place nothing less than 5 stars! It's one of the best sushi spots I've been too.

"I really wanted to like this spot, but the ramen broth was surprisingly bland and the sushi was just okay. What really killed it for me, though, was the segmented service. The moment we walked in, it was obvious we weren't the 'type' of customers they wanted there. We were shuffled to a side table, ignored for long stretches, and rushed through our meal. If a restaurant is going to be this selective about who they actually welcome, they should just put a sign on the door." read more

Located in a busy strip mall, this gem of a Japanese restaurant is worth the trip. They always make you feel welcome, and have a great selection of sushi rolls, ramen, bento, sashimi, and udon. Plenty of side dish options such as tempura, edamame, California roll, and sushi. You can choose from multiple entrees such as salmon, mackerel, chicken teriyaki, and my favorite the sesame chicken. read more

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First time I came was 6 years ago! (Pic with me in glasses) Wow! The same cute guy brought me back on a date a few months ago. And today, was super cold so I craved ramen again and he brought me back here. Awwww! I like this place! Keep forgetting to get sushi though but it's our new thing to get the lunch special with dumplings + a soft boiled egg + a Japanese beer ("Sapporo")...everything was delicious! Great service! Wasn't crowded but my date said it gets crowded usually. In the middle of eating, people started pouring in. lol! That's when you know the food is good! Will be back again! Next time, I'll try the sushi again! Hope y'all had a good Christmas! read more

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Parking is a pain in the butt at this location so expect to wait sometime due to all the other small shops in this plaza. Once you get inside it's worth the wait. We were greeted by a young women (forgot to catch her name) but we told her it was our first time and she broke down the menu and explained what was popular. I ordered a chicken ramen & side of shrimp tempura. My friend ordered salmon bento box. Everything came out hot and fresh & was excellent except I found a hair in my soup BUT I pointed it out to the waiter and he apologized instantly took it away and brought me out a fresh brand new one. (This is a real review with real experiences.) no questions asked and even discounted the bowl which was not needed. Accidents happen and I was thankful for that. Regardless everything went well except the parking again is a pain in the butt. This place is definitely a little hidden gem in the wall and I like the inside of it. Well decorated with banners and you can see the sushi being made. Thank you Tampopo for the excellent service. Accidents happen but they definitely made up for it. read more

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The high chair that my daughter used was so filthy and sticky. We wiped it down twice and it was still dirty. The food is ok. Prices were awesome but I don't think I would return read more

Bad ramen oh my Tasteless Tampopo Will never again , try Hand roll was a bunch of fish No fresh smell in the dish No presentation too Not the best, boo-hoo Overall this place went down From a few years ago when it was Best in town. Skip it and don't regret Find another place to place a good bet. read more

Tampopo used to be my go to spot! I haven't been back in a few years, but recently came back and was disappointed both times. Tampopo has a wide variety of different items, bento box, sushi, ramen, and udon. They always have 50% off sushi rolls which include their basic rolls, tempura/crunch rolls, and seared/cooked rolls. I ordered the ramen and a few rolls from the 50% off menu. Personally didn't like the ramen. The meat was chewy and didn't taste like chashu. I also ordered the Crazy Hulk Roll ($9.95), Spicy Shrimp Tempura ($8.50), and the SAM roll ($9.50). All 3 rolls had so much sauce on them. I think that's why they taste good, but there's barely any fish. The Hulk roll comes with eel, but I had to dig through my roll because I could not see any eel. It was the smallest piece of eel in each piece. The salmon did not look fresh in the SAM roll. The rolls are cheaper than other places, but you really get what you pay for. If you're looking for basic rolls packed with sauce, then it's not bad. The customer service was good though and everything came out quick. Unfortunately, I don't think I'll be back and will pay a little more for better quality and more fish. read more

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Do not order from their 50% off sushi menu since they are 50% off quality as well. Rolls are overfilled with rice. Rice has too much vinegar. Rice is undercooked. Waitress does not understand English. Not helpful at all. The shop smells like bad cleaning products. No air circulation. Will not be back. read more

The food was AWESOME (Thanks Chef) filling, delicious, cooked with love . The ambiance was awesome we were the 1st to arrive so we felt as if we'd gotten extra great customer service from Johnathan "Johnny" & Jacob they were awesome, patient and knowledgeable. The cook was great!!! Today, I went to the Cerritos location Gardena is great as well... read more

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I went there to dine in and the lunch specials were really good. A lot of rolls were 50% off and they a combo meal options as well. So I ordered Tampopo Ramen set with Gyoza and the Fire Salmon Roll. The ramen was excellent the broth was flavorful, the noodles were perfect, the sprouts were a nice touch, and the meat was cooked properly. The roll was also good with the salmon being good but not overwhelmingly spicy. This place is solid for lunch and I would come again. read more

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Food spicy ramen noodle I give the actual noodles 2.5star the noodles was slightly soggy. Spicy Broth a 4 star. It was very good broth flavor and good heat. The veggies of onions and bean sprouts was crunchy yet cooked well. It was great. The meat was creamy flavor and not too fatty so a 3.5star Spicy tuna: it didn't have too much flavor, but it seems OK for a Ramen/sushi place which always makes me nervous, but it was fine. I give it a 2.5 for flavor as it was bland. 3star for freshness. Wasabi was not enough flavor. No burn. No flavor. Sad. Service: they were very nice and welcoming. It felt very homie truly small business feel. They were very accomadating and friendly. 4star. Ambiance: Very tight small space. They had a big group of 8 sitting next to me. So they can fit big and small groups but you would need to call ahead to make sure they reserve tables for you. The small restaurant fills up very fast. Parking: oMG the worst. Crazy drivers and small tiny space. Give your time to find parking. I got to the restaurant exactly 5 minutes after opening and I walked in and the restaurant was already 3/4's packed in full. Pretty good and nice service. It's good food. I think people would enjoy, but it's not something that I would crave to come back but if I'm around and this place was available, I would definitely come and enjoy. The service was nice and the food was decent. read more

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Dear Tampopo, Service is a joke. Waitress came to ask if we are OK 3 times and we said NO 3 times. All she did was laugh at us. Not helpful at all. Avoid looking at their pictured menu because it is false advertising. The rice tasted like grated sour cheese: hard and unappetizing. Atmosphere is sad and stuffy. Will never return. Don't recommend. read more

The broth in the signature ramen is good and not too creamy. The rolls taste fresh and the cutlets are cooked to perfection

The food tastes great. The staff is super friendly. The restaurant had a cozy feel to it. Love it!

This review is for just the sushi since we didn't hit any ramen or any other stuff. You can't beat the price!. Avid fisherman and big sushi lover here. We hit up everything from hole in the wall to high class dress code stuff. We went to the brunch spot next to this spot and were curious about the menu. With the post-covid prices... this place seemed unreal. Decided to order 2 of their 50% off special rolls and a spicy tuna hand roll as a standard measurement. Order was to-go so I'm not sure about service although I noted that the guy who rang me up was extremely polite and performed the subtle gestures that are a really big thing in the Asian community. Rice portion: if you love huge mounds of rice, this is not your spot. They do smaller portions of rice and big massive wads of the good stuff. Freshness: fresh is a bit difficult to gauge. The best fish is actually flash frozen for a while and then thawed and wrapped in paper for hours/days. Instead of "freshness", I'll lean more on fish preparation. They prepare the fish well. Cuts are nice. Overall, their special 50% rolls look to be a spicy tuna or California roll with some fish, crunch powder, and eel sauce on top (like everybody else). The big difference here is they price it accordingly rather than tacking on a bunch of money because it's named differently. read more

Tampopo Restaurant - Zinga roll (left), snow dance roll (right), and spicy tuna hand roll that has a little bit of rice and a big big pile of tuna. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Artesia, California

Good quick service and delicious food! The staff was friendly and everything came out fast and fresh. The food tasted amazing. Definitely a great spot if you're looking for something tasty without a long wait. read more

8/1/23 A solid choice! I wanted noodles and sushi so this was the obvious remedy, snd it was hubby's pick Our server, Kelly greeted us with a bright smile and told us we could sit anywhere of our choosing. At about 5 pm there were only a handful of patrons. This place is a small restaurant amidst a myriad of eateries in this very busy plaza. For Artesia/Cerritos standards, parking spaces are very small & cramped. We ordered the Tampopo Ramen sets, mine with (ramen) spicy tune sushi & hubby the sane but with teriyaki chicken. We were both famished as this was our first meal of the day. Additionally, I ordered the Tampopo sushi while hubby: salmon Fire sushi. It's true what they say about not shopping while you're hungry coz we ordered with our eyes & stomachs. Yup, it was a lot of food!! The dishes arrived promptly & we dug in-the broth was savory & full of flavor while the ramen noodles was just right in consistency-oh so good. Too much rice on my spicy tuna so I removed some-luckily hubby ate it with his teriyaki chicken. He loved his salmon fire sushi but the sauce was a bit sweet. The tampopo sushi was pretty good & very filling although I would not order it again-the fried flaky garnishing was too overwhelming. They were generous with the avocado filling. One other server, a young man continued to tend to us while Kelly took care of everyone else in the restaurant. We will definitely return whenever the mood strikes for both ramen & sushi. read more

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Our go to spot for sushi and ramen, they have ramen set which I share with my daughter and it's filling. read more

Little local sushi/ramen spot. Fast friendly service in this intimate restaurant. Everything was fresh and tasty. A family favorite for weekly dinners. read more

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Average sushi reminds me of college town sushi restaurants A little bland overall but the prices are great read more

A restaurant that serves ramen and sushi/sashimi. Food was the best. Sushi/sashimi were served fresh and ramen was absolutely delicious! There were 14 of us so we had to wait (on a Saturday) until tables were available. The proprietor and the servers kept us updated on when we could be seated. After we were seated, we ordered and were immediately served. Restaurant is conducive for family dining. It was small and clean. We loved it!!! read more

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This place is tried n true, always smacks! Got the Bulgogi Bento Box last night to-go, and it came with plenty of meat, salad, macaroni, miso soup, and a side of your choice (i got spicy tuna rolls). Service was friendly and quick, per usual. Ambiance is medium size, and can fit big parties. read more

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