I like their tablet ordering system with included ability to Apple Pay. I don't like how expensive it has become compared with some of their competitors in the area. I also don't like their chicken or chashu any longer and I always go with the tofu. Typical order for me is a Bold Ramen, Non-Gluten free, Go Green, Garlic's Best Friend, Give it a kick, with a flavored egg. If I'm extra hungry I will add extra noodles but their other appetizers such as their fried rice have never really wowed me, but hey, not for me. One thing that I do not get even though I am rating five stars is why they serve extra noodles immediately with your bowl of ramen. By the time you're done with your first portion of noodles, the second portion is a noodle brick that you have to pry apart in your bowl with your chopsticks. Ramen Tatsunoya handles "kaedama" wayyyyy better in the respect that it's to order and they bring it out almost instantly after you order it with extra green onions, wood ear mushrooms, etc. Tatsu definitely has the ability to pump out a bowl of ramen fast - so I know they could do this too with just a little extra care between front of house and back of house staff. Please consider it. Your customers ordering extra noodles will immediately notice a quality difference getting to eat fresh noodles! read more

Located super close to the rose bowl and open late, this place is a great place to drop by after a concert or event. A bit on the pricey side but it's also Pasadena so a bit expected. I got the special tonkotsu but I personally feel the regular was more tasty. Chashu is super fatty and yummy! read more

Tatsu Ramen - Tonkotsu Noodles Bold Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

Walking into an empty restaurant should have been a red flag, but curiosity prevailed. Ordered a bold ramen that came out A. Slow. 15, almost 20 minutes for a bowl when it was empty is a little crazy B. Lukewarm. At best it just wasn't heated enough, at worst, it sat around long enough to cool. C. Decidedly not bold. The broth was underwhelming. The noodles were suspiciously chewy, even after sitting in the broth for however long it waited to be dropped off and however long I ate for. The pork was a boring, unseasoned strip of grilled meat. And none of the elements worked well together. All of this while suddenly being bombarded by the server who had now become super available to ask me how my food was every other bite. I had higher expectations, especially for how much I was paying. read more

Went here for lunch with the temperature of about 100 degrees outside. I wanted to try the chicken broth which I heard was good and something else . I got the broth and the chicken rice. The chicken rice bowl was small but filling. Good flavor. The cheeky broth was flavorful and gave me my fix for the soup. Service was quick and friendly. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Chicken Rice Cheeky Broth - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

We came in on a Saturday around noon. There are self order kiosks for to go orders and QR codes at the tables for dine in. Service is prompt and friendly. The dining area is clean and maintained. Single restroom, that was also clean and maintained. We ordered the bold Ramen with pork/egg, and a classic Ramen chicken/egg with an extra side of noodles, and a side of furikake fries. This was enough to feed two adults and three children The Ramen was good, but pricier than other comparable or preferred Ramen shops I have been to. The pork seemed dry and tougher than I like in a broth dish. The fries are thin and crunchy. The furikake is served on the side for you to pour over the fries. This part seemed a little redundant, I didn't really understand why the furikake isn't just poured on already. We did enjoy the fries though, the furikake adds a sweet crunch. I don't think I would go out of my way to come again, but if I had an appointment in the area and really had to have Ramen immediately it would make sense. read more

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First time visiting, there's indoor & outdoor seating. Order at the kiosk & they'll bring your food to your table. We enjoyed the bold ramen, gluten free old skool ramen & the sparkling yuzu white peach. The food was good but overpriced & small. They have a rewards program & on dodger game days you get 20% off your entire order if you wear dodger gear, win or lose. read more

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If you are looking for good ramen this is the place. Pasadena has many great choices but this places but this is one of my favorites. Although seats are limited and prices are on the high side, the service is great and you do not have to wait long for your meal. I usually go with the Bold Ramen mild. Noodles are delicious, broth extra tasty, servers always attentive. Give it a try. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Bold Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

My wife and I were out running errands and stopped by at the last minute to hit my ramen craving. I ordered the Old Skool with pork in a velvety broth, and a perfect Tatsu Egg, plus 3 types of chili on the side with a kick that rang my bells. Definitely ramen with a soul. It was so GOOD! I also got a side of fried rice because it reminds me of the one my grandma used to make with just the right amount of everything. I also love the self order screens with all of the options to choose all of my favorite items We'll be back! read more

Tatsu Ramen - Old Skool Ramen with pork and a perfect Tatsu Egg - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

This is actually a less than 10 min walk away so very convenient location but they also have a parking lot as well. It was one of the few spots that was still open when I was hungry for something late at night after 10pm. Those are 2 big pluses. Interior is clean and they've got some high top seating and table top as well. Service was ok, didn't get checked on much and they didn't refill water proactively. They have an order pad for you to make your selections at the front so if you prefer a full service establishment this is not it. I didn't mind it tho. I ordered the bold ramen and you can make modifications to how you want it which I like since I'm not a fan of green onions. I think their add ons are way too expensive (nearly $3 each for corn and mushrooms?!) on top of a $20 base ramen? If you want egg or more meat you're looking at $4+ so your bowl of ramen could easily top $40 which is outrageous. For the quality that is where I don't think the price point matches. Can't help but compare to another ramen spot in Pasadena which has tremendous broth that is full bodied with super tender chashu pork. I would really only come back because it's still pretty decent and it's open late. But there is better ramen elsewhere and for better value. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Bold Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

Sooo let me tell you their ramen is super delicious. We order 3 bowls of ramen and all of them were good. Service was also quick, after placing your order on the kiosk, pick your own table then the server will come and get you your utensils and your drinks if you ordered them. Ambiance was nice, really cute and cozy, an extra point is that they're open really late so definitely help a lot when you need a hot bowl of ramen. The only thing that holding this place back probably their pricing. 3 bowls of ramen and 3 drinks came out $100 definitely a bit on the pricey side. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

Pros: open late! Easy to order online or at kiosk. Some Customization w add-ons. Good broth! Cute packaging! Easy parking and lot! Cons: small portions! Can't customize noodles (I like mine thicccccc and chewy -a little undercook). A base bowl is about $20 and w add-ons ...easily $25-28. I had the old skool with an egg ($3.50!) and tax and tip =$32!!!! Per bowl!!!! Vs instant ramen w egg $1.50 hahahaha read more

Great food, amazing service. The staff was super helpful and free parking is always a plus! read more

Tatsu Ramen - Bold ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

The ordering process is fairly easy as everything is done through a self ordering kiosk. Despite this, workers still come around to offer assistance for anyone needing help.. which I think offers the perfect balance of being able to self serve while having limited interactions with people (perfect for someone introverted like me). As someone who has a pork free diet, it is hard to find ramen shops that serve pork free options. The menu offers choices that cater to all kinds of dietary restrictions (vegetarian/vegan, pork free, Gluten free) which I love. I ended up with the Cheeky ramen which was very rich with an unexpected subtle taste of yuzu and a small order of fried rice (no pork) that had a good balance of sesame flavor to it. Personally, I do not reach out for ramen during the colder seasons, but it was so comforting to have during a day of rain. read more

Personally, I thought their ramen was delicious. I don't eat ramen often (except for the Korean packaged ones at home). Ramens never impressed me until I tried Tatsu Ramen. The place itself is small, but cozy and clean. You order digitally first and get seated. You can choose your ramen, broth, meat, and add extra sides. The place was busy when we went last night, but they were able to seat us right away. My daughter and I shared ramen and furikake fries. Their bold ramen with pork was SO good. Absolutely loved their broth, and their pork was nice and fatty. I also liked their noodles and flavor. Furikake fries are new on their menu, but definitely worth ordering. I could not stop eating them, they were so good. We added pork slices on top, and it was just the right touch. For the quality and taste of their ramen, I would come back and do not mind paying $20 for the bowl. It was the perfect meal for a rainy day. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Bold Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Tatsu Ramen is one of those places you can always count on. Consistent, comforting, and satisfying when a craving hits. The bold ramen delivers every time, rich broth, great noodles, and all the right toppings. The chicken gyoza and chicken rice rounded everything out perfectly. It's reliable, flavorful, and exactly what you want when you're in the mood for ramen that truly hits the spot. read more

I've had the rice bowls here and liked them. Today I ordered the Bold Ramen. So delicious! Not overly complicated but lots of good slow cooked flavor. Noodle is beautifully chewy and thin. The pork has a delicious char (reminds me of carnitas) the soup can be made as spicy as you like (reminded me of pozole). Will definitely have this again and a read more

Tatsu Ramen - Bold Ramen (no egg). - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

If you are looking for a late night snack, check out Tatsu ramen. Their cheeky creamy ramen is delicious. Service is quick and staff are friendly. read more

This is comfy corner joint meets mod aesthetics and first-class service. EVERY staff member excelled in professional, courteous and genuine hospitality. Ramen was luscious and picked veggies well spiced and tangy. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Ramen with pork and pickles - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

This place was amazing the food, the environment, and the customer service. I was surprised at the customer for a self order place, very impressed. read more

Great place to lunch Amazing service! Waiter was super attentive and very kind. Always approached us with a smile. The place was a little chilly inside but that's just personal preference, otherwise it's a cute little spot and very clean. Their ramen is delicious and the extra portions you get are big enough to share. Worth mentioning, this location has a restroom with a slide door that has a gap so it makes me hesitant to use the restroom but I would come back for ramen. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Green tea - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I ordered Tatsu Ramen for lunch earlier today, Fri Nov 29th 2024, and it was a delicious meal! Prices as of Nov 2024: Bold Ramen - $19.78 ($20.48 on Postmates) Slow-cooked Tonkotsu (pork) broth, finished with a perfect blend of 11 bold ingredients. Thin noodles are served with Tatsu Egg, scallions, and fried onions. - They are not lying when they say bold! This ramen is pretty rich and is on the heavier side. It is more salty than other ramen, and the broth tastes more concentrated. This was good but it is a little pricier. I just wish the noodles were a little thicker. The fried onion taste is strong and the egg was delish! My husband and I both enjoyed this and would order it again due to its unique taste. Gyudon $8.48 ($9.98 on Postmates w/ limited time BOGO!) Tender, thinly sliced beef simmered in a savory-sweet soy-based sauce served over Koshihikari rice bed. Finished with a zesty kick of pickled ginger, a sprinkle of green onion, and our secret chili powder for the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and just a touch of heat. - What a great deal on Postmates! Comes out to be $5 per side order. I've been craving gyudon and this totally hit the spot. This dish was yummy and leans on the sweet side (when compared to other gyudons). I personally don't like the pickled ginger so I had to take that out. Tip: Here is the link to order pick-up or delivery online: https://order.toasttab.com/online/tatsu-pasadena-319-s-arroyo-pkwy-9 This was actually my first time trying Tatsu out. I was impressed with the food and will be back! read more

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Amazing ramen, cozy atmosphere and the staff have always been incredibly kind over the years. Stopped by late for a to-go order and they even added some complimentary extras such a thoughtful touch. Always love coming back here. read more

I've been here a handful of times. The staff are friendly and helpful, although you have to place your order at a kiosk or from your phone. The decor is modern minimalist. The restaurant is generally clean and has open seating. I like that this place is open late. It's hard to find Asian comfort food in Pasadena past 9:30pm. I usually order the Old Skool. It's pretty good, but not $20 good. The portions are small for what they charge, and I wish they were more generous with the broth. Add-ons are pricey and I've ended up paying $30 for a sub standard bowl of ramen. They also overcharge for a can of soda. I'll still come back. It's just not my top pick for ramen. read more

Tatsu Ramen was quite simply delicious. Came here on Friday night with the family, and you order on a tablet before you get seated. The restaurant is very clean, well-lit and spacious, albeit having a generally small seating area. You shouldn't have trouble finding somewhere to sit. I would recommend staying away from the door if it's cold out as you'll feel it every time someone enters or exits. Ordered both the chicken and pork gyoza along with pickled cucumbers. I ordered the Bold Ramen with no changes made to it and it was honestly one of the best bowls of ramen I've had. I don't know if the fact I was under the weather made me enjoy it even more, but as the slogan says, it's ramen with a soul and it made my soul feel warm and fuzzy inside. Even my toddler daughter loved the food so you know it's good when a little kid enjoys it. I would definitely come back the next time I'm craving ramen. read more

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Love to hit up this place for ramen. So glad there's one in Pasadena and I don't have to drive to Hollywood anymore. And there's convenient parking, not super busy, and clean. Service is good too. read more

I never have to wait to get seated when I come here which I love. The inside is cute. The Ramen is amazing a bit on the pricier side, but really good. read more

Had the chicken based ramen and it was bomb. Super thick and creamy! Josh was so patient and helpful throughout our visit. He checked in on us. Not a huge joint but nice and cozy. No loud music so I was able to talk to my bestie. Thanks again Josh! read more

I didn't know that there was a tatsu in the Pasadena area, I'm very familiar with the amazing tatsu ramen down in sawtelle and wanted to see if it had the same quality. The indoor dining area was very nice, and we went at a perfect time when there wasn't any line and it was pretty empty inside. Our server was super nice and was able to explain the menu to her because it was her first time. Overall I would say that the food was good, but it wasn't the same as the one in sawtelle. read more

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As a person who loves places that close really late into the night, this place is an easy add to anyones list of late night eatery. When you first enter the place, you are met with options from the get go. It's a pay first then seated second kind of establishment so you can either order with the amazing staff that greet you ever so kindly or you can use their kiosk to have more time to browse their menu. Once you have chosen where to sit, the food does not take too long to be settled in front of you. As a first timer to the place I tried their Old Skool ramen bowl with chashu and added sides of red garlic, fried garlic, egg, and bamboo shoots. The tonkotsu broth itself was exceptional, creamy, and flavorful and not too salty which was to my surprise a nice change. Most of the time when I get tonkotsu broth based ramen from other shops, it tends to be a bit on the saltier side so the broth had already started the experience quite nicely. Aside from the ramen, I also got an appetizer of pork dumpling which were cooked to a crispy yet moist in the inside perfection. All paired with a cool yet refreshing non-sweet green tea drink. This was easily a new ramen spot favorite added to my maps. (Also forgot to mention but is worth telling, the staff is A1!! Definitely deserve a raise and definitely worth tipping.) read more

Tatsu Ramen - Old Skool ramen with sides of bamboo shoots, red garlic, fried garlic, egg, and a side of chicken rice. - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

Made and original review stating my displeasure with this restaurant and it was removed for lack of detail. So The food was over priced for the quality of ramen. No protein served with without additional cost. My friend did get the pork belly and it was overcooked and unbelievably disappointing.The noodles were thin and hard. The broth was decent cant argue there. The ambiance was bright and crowded for the price of the ramen I would expect and more upscale place. Over all with other ramen places being available I would suggest you go elsewhere. read more

This place is a hidden gem. I wanted some ramen and was told about this spot. I will definitely come whenever I am in the city. The service was extremely attentive and fast. The food was delicious with so much flavor. A must try. The ambiance is completely welcoming. read more

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I've been to a couple other Tatsu locations so I was excited to try this one. We ordered through the app at our table and the food came out pretty quickly. The Bold Ramen is absolutely delicious as always but the Fried Rice fell a little flat for me. I think there was too much garlic which is crazy to say but I think the garlic overpowered the whole dish that it tasted like that's all I was eating. It wasn't bad by any means but could've been a bit better. Overall, great location! read more

Tatsu Ramen - Bold Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I came here on Feb 27 after a hectic day of UberEats deliveries. The interior has a simple Japanese infrastructure and the staff are friendly. I ordered the bold ramen, their signature item, with low level heat and garlic. I will definitely add more garlic and spice next time I come but this ramen did more than just satisfy my tastebuds. It revived my love for Japanese ramen I first felt back at Monta in Las Vegas. The noodles and the broth shared a strong resemblance to the ramen I always loved. The chashu was so beautiful it looked too good to eat and it was super tender and succulent. My hunt for adequate Japanese Ramen continues, however, I am glad to have found a place that allowed me to go down memory lane in the best way possible. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Bold Ramen and Chicken Gyoza - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I always get the Hippie Ramen...veggie broth, ramen noodles (available in gluten free but I get them regular), green onions, bamboo shoots, spinach, an hard boiled egg, cabbage and crispy onions. For protein I choose tofu. Taking it to-go, the toppings come in separate containers and the noodles sit separately above the broth (so I can add it all to the broth right before I eat). Nice chopsticks, a ramen-style soup spoon, sesame seeds and spices are included with the order. Other toppings I could add are: corn, ginger, mushrooms, cheese, etc. Other protein choices include chicken, pork, beef. Delish!!!!!! There are many types of broths/flavors of ramen dishes to choose from. The atmosphere is cozy. The staff is super friendly and helpful. I give it 5 stars!!!!! read more

Came here with family. We ordered bold ramen, red ramen, guidon bowl, and red bowl. Order using self checkout machine, came here because they open late. We tried 1 time before years back to Hollywood side, next to pink hot dog. And its was ok. This time, we were surprised spend about $20 per bowl ramen and didn't even come with egg and without any veggie. The bowls we ordered was small too. Just like miso soup size at Japanese restaurant. Taste alright but overpriced what we got. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Bold Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Little surprise in a strip mall!!! Tatsu Ramen was a delicious treat on a cold rainy day. The broth was so delicious and the gluten-free noodles were better than I've ever had. Super tender chicken in the bowl!! thank you. Super cool design and they play great music!! A Little more than I wanted to spend on lunch, but it was delicious. This added next day -- though they said my noodles were gluten free, I had a HUGE gluten reaction the next morning. Buyer beware read more

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We ordered takeout from Uber Eats and I really like how they pack their ramen for to-go orders. They separate the noodles and toppings from the soup and it's so easy and feels fresher like that! The fries were actually soooo good I like whatever sauce they put on top. Glad we ordered two fries. read more

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Honestly this ramen was beyond good. I got the cheeky chicken and completely housed it. Super easy and simple ordering process as well as quick service--ambiance is pretty chill nothing crazy but the food is amazing . Def go every time I'm in LA area. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Cheeky chicken ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

I come to this spot pretty late at night most times but I'm always so pleasantly surprised by the quality of food and service that I legit keep on coming back. Foods always served fresh and fast, it's a cool spot to bring a decently sized group of people and the staff is always super helpful, attentive and chill. I love the little kiosk you can order right at the door at and then sit down. Random but the music is usually pretty chilled to. Cool spot to take yourself or the homies. What stands out to me about this place is the consistency of the food and service, I appreciate that this place cares about the quality control. read more

Tatsu Ramen - Hippie Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Pasadena, California

I like swinging by here if I have a ramen craving. I would give this establishment a 4.5 if that were possible. Customer-service-wise - very nice. Very savvy. Nice kiosks placed that take orders. There is a sit down option. I like to wait for my food - they send a text when the take-out is ready. The staff are very friendly. Within 10 seconds of browsing the kiosk, usually one will approach me to make sure I'm doing okay. When I swung by today, one staffer gave me his recommendations and walked me through everything, which was a nice gesture. Sometimes, it's nice to have someone make decisions for me! :) The food itself is solid Japanese comfort food. The only reason for the less than 5 star rating is because the broth is a bit too oily for my liking. Otherwise, everything else - the noodles, the added protein/veggies - are on point. read more