Best tonkotsu ramen in socal! The tsukemen is what they are famous for but I had it once and it wasn't that great for my tastes. They also have a spicy paste you can ask for on the side to elevate the heat a bit. The fried chicken is good here and the chashu bowl with rice the extra rice goes good with the chicken. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Tonkotsu Ramen, Karaage, Side Of Pork Belly Chashu with rice - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Stopped by on a Friday night and since the store wasn't too busy, we were seated within 10 minutes. I had been craving tsukemen and was pretty excited based off of the reviews. However, when we tried their tonkatsu ramen and the deluxe tsukemen, we were a bit underwhelmed. The food took over 30 minutes to arrive and when it did, the broth was lukewarm in all of our meals. It seemed like all the other tables were also waiting for a while as the table next to us was missing a meal for their entire visit. We did appreciate the large portion of noodles in the tsukemen as it fed the males in our party well. But in my opinion, the cha siu could have been more tender as it was a bit dry/rough compared to other places we've tried. The kids tonkatsu ramen was also lukewarm and very small (see photo for reference). However, I did appreciate this option as we didn't need a full serving and just wanted to taste the tonkatsu broth. Overall, the meal wasn't terrible but it was not what we were expecting. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Kids Ramen (adult hand for size comparison) - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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I came here a month ago with a friend for dinner. We were seated quickly but after ordering and getting served water, there were visibly many tiny flies in BOTH our water cups. I told the waitress about it she brought out new water cups just to find more tiny flies in my water cup again. This was really off putting for me for me and we didnt even get our food yet. I didnt ask again for the third time because its clear that they need to do a deep clean back there I just did not drink the water. The food was okay. It is pricey but the meat is dry and the tsukemen is not piping hot so it just seems like everything in the kitchen is just sitting there not fresh. There are probaby a ton of tiny flies everywhere that gets cooked into the food at this point. The service was fine but I probably won't come back again to any locations. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

TLDR: A rebranded tsukemen spot that failed to recapture the magic of the original richness pre-rebrand. Although I'm a bit disappointed, it doesn't mean that the place is no longer worth a visit. Deluxe Tsukemen (L): The highlight of the meal is the chashu. The chashu is up there in terms of taste, the egg was very good, and you do get a good amount of noodles for the large order. The noodle-to-soup ratio is also good, meaning you will have a spoonful or two scoops of soup as long as you just dip the noodles in the soup and not really drink the tsukemen soup while eating. My disappointment mainly comes from the soup and the general drop in richness. The contents inside the soup are still good if not great, and the taste is fine, but I do feel that it's a half step worse than the last time I was there. Karaage: Soy glazed chicken karaage that's at an okay size, but more than makes up for it with its juiciness. It took them a while to give it to me, so I knew it was fresh off the fryer, and it was. I enjoyed this, but what would've made it better is if the chicken was bigger. Ambiance: Good. Spacious corner property that's well illuminated in the morning, and well lit at night. I've been here when it's full, and it didn't feel crowded at all. Service: Good. It was during a slow time of the day though, so idk how the current staff and kitchen would handle the pressure during a full house. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Deluxe Tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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My first time trying tsukemen and think I will be sticking to ramen in the future. It's located in a busy plaza and there is a parking lot underground. The lot was surprisingly packed for a Sunday night but we were seated right away at the restaurant. Our waitress was friendly and I out food came out quickly. I ordered the Chashu tsukemen which came with a generous amount of chewy noodles and the side of thick broth. The broth was lukewarm and on the saltier side. Although, I enjoyed the texture of the noodles and the chashu was tasty. This spot was just alright, definitely not something I would be craving or needing to go back to. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Chashu Tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

WOW- BEST RAMEN I HAVE EVER HAD! WISH I ATE IT THERE! Service: 5/5 The man at the front door was just so nice. I made a to-go order and holy cow it was packed! The place was very clean, I absolutely loved the decor. This small restaurant is such a vibe. Parking: -000000/5 This was the first and last time due to the parking LOL It was insane! I have never experienced like that in my life and honestly I will either DoorDash or hope someone at work will pickup for me LOL Food: 10/5 The noodles were amazing- THAT BROTH IS AWARD WINNING! The only thing that wasn't so great was the seaweed (I do wish it would be outside of the bowl) so I threw it away. Other than that, this bowl was absolutely amazing. All around: 10/5. I will 100% order this ramen again. That thick broth is just incredible! read more

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Delicious ramen spot! This is definitely premium ramen, and you can taste the difference. I tried both the Ajitama and Deluxe Tonkotsu ramen, and they're basically the same. the difference I notice is that the Deluxe just comes with 4 extra slices of chashu and 2 extra pieces of seaweed so it's not worth paying more. However, the broth is rich, creamy, and flavorful without being overly salty. It comes with Hakata-style noodles which are my favorite & they're cooked perfectly and really soak up the broth. The chashu is tender, thinly sliced, and melts in your mouth. The bowl also comes with wood ear mushrooms, egg, green onions, and seaweed. The bowl is pretty simple, but it works really well together. They also have a spicy paste you can get on the side, and it adds a nice kick and extra flavor without overpowering the ramen. My only complaint is that I wish the Deluxe came with a bigger portion. The extra toppings are nice, but the bowl size is exactly the same, so it doesn't really feel like a "deluxe" upgrade. I'll just stick with the Ajitama. read more

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Ambiance: nice Japanese wano-esque music Service: excellent, my husband had to step out for a call and so the dipping sauce was cold. Without needing to ask, our waitress kindly replaced it and was very understanding and accommodating with our stroller Food: for some reason, I do feel that when it was under Tsujita the noodles tasted better. The cha shu was a bit salty and overcharred to my taste. Overall for about $23 per person, I do wish I could have enjoyed it a bit more read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Deluxe tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

This was Killer Noodle, then Tsujita, and now Tsuke! I'll always miss the extremely numbing and spicy noodles from Killer Noodle, but alas, it's not palatable to weak non spice eaters. But I digress. Set up and the way you eat the tsukemen. Dip the noodles, enjoy it with the slice of lime juice added in. Very rich strong broth, a bit salty but if you space it out with the noodles (chewy and delicious texture), making sure you get it to cover the noodles as much as you can, it events out. Can never go wrong with ramen soft gooey yolk eggs and the nori adds a bit of crunch so long as you keep it dry. Generous portion, a little bit more than halfway through I was getting full. Ambiance is a bit fancier and nicer looking with a bit more modern decor (similar to when they were Tsujita). I came on a weekday for a later lunch and there was no line or wait. Seated immediately, though there were a couple other customers. Staff were friendly and welcoming and food came out quickly too. read more

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Been wanting to come back since its rebranding from Tsujita. Arrived full of excitement and anticipation, and left with so happy and full! Expectations exceeded indeed! We went early to avoid the dinner crowd, and were seated promptly even though we were waiting for two more to join us. The super nice young man working there brought us water while we waited without us asking, and embodied the nicest, most friendly, patient and attentive service throughout the rest of our evening even though he was the only server working. My favorites from before were the Deluxe Tonkotsu Ramen, Takoyaki, and the Spicy Gyoza (I ask for spicy on the side), and all three tasted just as scrumptious as I had remembered, if not better. Of note, I actually was not a fan of takoyaki until this establishment made me a fan, with that crispy outer shell and just such savorily creaminess on the inside. The gyoza was lightly fried, perfectly, with.one of the best fresh meat filling ever! The ramen here became my new favorite in the SGV area from before, and remains deservedly so with that dreamily richly flavorful broth, fresh noodles, thinly sliced chaushu, and perfectly cooked eggs. The new menu also boasts some new specialties, so we also ordered their Jiro Style Ramen. In a word, WOW! The rich broth was gloriously garlicky in all the best ways, and the crunch from the cabbage and bean sprouts accompanied the thicker ramen noodles just slurp-fully perfect. To note, my bf, who really does not like bean sprouts (not even in Pho), lovingly scarfed it all down this ramen with gusto. And, now I have two favorite ramen dishes at this establishment! We were curious, even though we were already full, so we got a small Raspberry Kakigori to share for dessert. As someone who grew up loving Taiwanese shaved ice, this completely blew all my childhood memories out of the water. The shaved ice was this most pillowy snow with an insanely perfect sweetness and creaminess, and I don't even like milk, until now, especially with that raspberry jammy goodness. My bf is actually not a fan at all of shaved ice ever, but this Kakigori made him a believer! The location remains clean and welcoming, as is the impeccable service. Parking is terrible above ground in this plaza, but amply available underground. Each parking spot is also super spacious, which is immensely appreciated. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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Came during lunch and got seated really quickly. Food was a bit on the pricier side, but it comes with toppings that you'd usually have to pay extra for at other ramen spots so it ends up being about the same overall. Deluxe Tsukemen: This is a dipping-style ramen. The broth was rich and creamy, the noodles had a great bouncy texture, and the chashu was really well-cooked and tender. Deluxe Tonkotsu: Everything was well-balanced here; the broth, toppings, and chashu all came together nicely. Karaage: Super juicy and not dry at all, but the portion is pretty small. Still, it's a great appetizer to start with. Parking can get pretty busy since the plaza has a lot of shops, but if the main lot is full, there's an underground garage with plenty of free parking. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Top: Deluxe Tsukemen, Bottom: Deluxe Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

The food here is always great. We come for the tsukemen and tonkotsu ramen. It's a go-to spot for our kids (they always want to come here)! The food is consistently good, we love the thick tsukemen noodles and the broth in the tonkotsu ramen. We almost always round out of meal with an order of karaage chicken. Our servers, Jenna and Cece were delightful and extremely attentive. We're regulars who will continue to come often!! read more

Came here right when it opened and was seated immediately. Got the egg tsukemen and it was delicious. They are pretty understaffed so there's only one server. As the restaurant got busier, service got slower. To no fault of the server though, there's just too many people to serve. Food is good but patience is key! read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Great tsukemen especially with the extra spice. Friendly service and very accommodating. Double portion is definitely a lot but great for a midnight snack read more

Got the deluxe soup and deluxe dip. Dip was way too salty for my liking. I had like 2 bites then ended up putting the noods in the soup instead. Chicken karage was overly fried. Would not order that again if I ever come back. Service was fairly quick given there was only one waiter. This parking lot can get a bit busy up top since it's shared w other shops but luckily I was able to snag a spot right outside. There's also parking downstairs. read more

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Food is great, pricy but worth it for the quality They have side chili that is pretty spicy, very surprising for a ramen restaurant The karage and gyozas are good for appetizers read more

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Had a great experienced here, I spilled my tsukemen soup and they replaced it with a new one and cleaned our table. Didn't expect a full bowl of soup. Everything tasted amazing the tsukemen was very rich and tasty! We went late afternoon so there wasn't any wait. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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Tsuke is an artisan noodle house known for their unique specialty dish tsukemen which we've tried before they rebranded. But for our first visit after the rebrand, we tried the regular tonkotsu, the tantanmen, and some spicy gyoza. All were decent versions of these dishes, service was friendly and helpful, and the vibes were chill. Prices are a tad high for the portions and while our dishes were adequate, the tsukemen is definitely the way to go here.  Tsukemen is a dipping type of ramen where the savory hot broth is served separately and the thicker noodles (typically served cold) are dipped into it instead of immersed. It's a fun way to get some noodles and their tsukemen is excellent here - definitely what we'll return for. For starters we tried their spicy gyoza and these were fantastic - nicely fried gyoza with just the right amount of kick in the sauce - definitely would get these again.  I'm a sucker for any tan tan or dan dan noodle dishes so I couldn't resist trying theirs for my main lunch dish. Their version is more true to the Japanese style - blending an umami broth with slightly sweet peanut sauce for a savory/sweet combo. I think it's a quality dish if you love authentic tantanmen - but I'm personally not a fan of savory and sweet together so this isn't something I'd get again. Also, the ground pork was charred black and almost seemed burnt so I wasn't a fan of that. Hubby got the Ajitama tonkotsu ramen that comes with egg and thinly sliced pork. He said the flavor was good but he was not impressed with the portion size compared to the price. It did seem sort of small - definitely smaller than my tantanmen. So this isn't something we'd order again. We both got our spice level 1 and numbness level zero at the recommendation of the server (thank you!). Our dishes were very mild and next time I'd probably get spice level 2 and numbness 1 as I do like a little more kick to my noodle dishes and our current order was pretty mild (almost no kick at all).  Formerly known as Tsujita - they recently rebranded to Tsuke but under the same owners and mostly the same everything except a few new menu items. Vibes are lively and minimalist with warm colors - it's cozy and inviting. The servers are super nice and helpful.  They're located in a large shopping plaza - and even though there's plenty of parking in the garage below, it gets a little crazy up top with people circling and honking. Once we got down into the garage it was quiet with tons of empty spaces around noon on a weekday. I used to live nearby and this is a popular area that gets insane on the weekends so bring your patience.  All in all we had a decent visit and fondly remember the tsukemen when it was Tsujita so we'll likely return for more of that specialty noodle dish! read more

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Getting tsukemen from here is a must. After all, tsukemen is their signature dish. Every bowl includes artisan noodles, lime, and a sheet of nori. A dipping broth is served on the side and is full of umami flavor. I highly recommend adding the soft boiled seasoned egg, which is delicious and has a wonderful texture. As for the chashu, it is tender and tasty. However, the real star is the delicious broth. The deluxe tsukemen is a great and popular choice to have some of everything. This is what my husband always orders. Each bowl is a decent portion size and is quite a filling dish. Service was excellent during my most recent visit. Our order was taken in a timely manner, while our food was served within 15 minutes and came out hot. It is also great that there is a large parking lot. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

It was a very lovely experience. Jena was our waiter she was awesome she was on top of everything very delightful.

Food and service from our waitress Jenna were great! Ambiance was mellow and welcoming. Will definitely come back.

Came here on Christmas Day, and thankfully there was no wait like some of the other Asian restaurants in the area! The waitress was very helpful even with the many requests I had to make my little one comfortable, so thank you! I got the large deluxe tsukemen and my husband got the tantanmen. The food took a while to come out but looked delicious when it finally arrived. The portion was big and they give a good amount of dipping broth that was very umami. Squeeze the lime juice on the noodles and dip as you eat! My husband's tantanmen had a strong peanut taste to it and despite being level 5 spicy it wasn't too bad. The soup was on the thicker side, in case you're looking for a thinner consistency (maybe go with the other ramen choices instead). And although we didn't order any, they have several beers available. Overall, this was a perfect little Christmas lunch for us without feeling overwhelmed by the crowds. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Large Deluxe Tsukemen and Tantanmen With Soup - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

The food is solid. Great egg and great chashu. I wasn't blown away but everything was good. The real star of the menu for us was the kakigori. It was incredible!!!!!! Holy cow. I recommend the raspberry kakigori. Truly inspiring. Tastes as good as it looks. Loved it. The matcha was great too, lots of strong matcha flavor. Fun to eat. We agreed that we would return specifically for the dessert. It was that enjoyable/memorable. I noticed that the server didn't advise me on how to eat the tsukemen but did to the other diners. And she also asked if they wanted theirs spicy and didn't ask me so like what's up with that? It would have been nice to have been asked haha. Oh well. She was the only server working in the whole place so I will say that the service was noticeably slow. It was somewhat difficult to flag her down for things. Kind of had to wave my arm or literally stand in front of her to get her attention. Spicy takana condiment available on the table which is made from spicy mustard greens. A little goes a long way and is super flavorful. A really tasty addition to the meal but tread carefully. Casual place. Parking can suck getting down into the underground lot but once you get down there parking is available. You just might have to wait behind a line of cars before you can actually get into the lot. May the ground floor parking gods smile down upon you when you come here. I also noticed that she asked other diners how everything was and what they thought of their meals but not us. She was apologetic at the end though for things taking so long and the dessert being extremely late to arrive. She also asked two diners if they could please leave a positive Yelp review which I thought was kinda unnecessary. read more

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Came in for the Deluxe Tsukemen and it hit the spot. The noodles were bouncy and chewy, and the dipping sauce was rich, flavorful, and packed with bits of pork and veggies. There was a hint of spicy which I liked. You can tell care went into the broth. Service was pretty standard, but the food definitely carried the experience. Would come back for the tsukemen alone. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Deluxe Tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

One of the best noodles spot I had. Really yummy! I had: 1. Tsuke deluxe 2. Jiro style - a bold, hearty ramen crafted with extra thick artisan noodles and rich, savory broth 3. Tantanmen - gentle spice and umami depth - a perfect expression of how Japan turns bold foreign flavors into refined comfort. Served with white rice 4. Karaage - so good! 5. Hojicha hot tea read more

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Went to Tsuke and ordered the Tantanmen--essentially a dan dan noodle with a Japanese twist--and it was outstanding. The flavors were bold yet beautifully balanced, with a rich, thick sauce that clung perfectly to the chewy noodles. Spicy but not overpowering, just the kind of heat that keeps you coming back for the next bite. Thoughtfully executed and deeply satisfying. Another spot that truly delivers on flavor. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Tantanmen Without Soup - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I love the broth here. Always delicious!!! Most ramen places make their broth so salty. This place makes it just right. Never had a bad experience. Service is usually good. Although the name changed and the menu looked a little different, everything else was the same. RR avail Parking avail read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Deluxe Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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I think overall it's almost the same as before, if not a little lacking in flavor now. 3.5 stars I got the chashu tsukemen and tonkotsu ramen. The chashu slices in the tsuekemen are room temperature/cold, they don't really have any flavor at this temperature. The char is not that present on them, so it felt like eating bland pork belly :( I really wish it was at least warmed correctly. The dipping broth seems a bit simpler than when it was Tsujita, like it's missing something like powdered dashi or some flavoring making it more umami. It was also just warm, and got pretty room temperature once I started dipping noodles. Honestly the noodle to dipping broth portion is too off. They give you nearly the same amount of broth for small vs large noodle portion, so you're not really getting any extra broth for this. Tonkotsu broth is still tasty, I think this has taken over the tsukemen in terms of flavor imo, but also really minimal broth. The servers didn't check our table, maybe because we were just two people. We wanted more hot water but they seemed too busy to come by. I think I'll skip this location and go back to Tsujita on Sawtelle to see if there's actually a difference. read more

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Finally got an opportunity to stop by Tsuke following its rebranding from Tsujita Artisan Noodle. We came here at a little past 1:30PM on a Monday Afternoon and were sat quickly at our table. The decorations and interior of the restaurant was very similar if not identical to how it looked before the rebrand. The waitress quickly took our orders and food came out shortly afterwards. We ordered 1 x Deluxe Tonkotsu Ramen, 1 x Ajitama Tonkotsu Ramen, 1 x Jiro Ramen and 1 x Karaage. Compared to places like Ramen Nagi and Shin Sen Gumi, Tsuke doesn't have the option to customize spice, flavor, oil amounts or noodle cook level, however the default cook level is somewhere between medium and slightly firm. Broth saltiness and creamy/oiliness similarly was in the middle. The chashu on the Ajitama and Deluxe Tonkotsus were very thin and did not have much char on it. The karaage was fried well was done with like a popcorn-chicken-boneless-wing-style batter around it compared to places that have a thinner and lighter coating. (For sure these are all personal preference and if that's what you like then this is the place for you.) The waitress was great and checked on us multiple times to make sure we were doing well. However overall not a place I'm itching to return to unless someone else also wanted to give it a try. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Deluxe Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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Went on a Tuesday night, it was empty when we walked in, but later the seats began to fill up. I love tsukemen and was excited to go but I was a little underwhelmed when I went. My friend and I got a karage to start and it had a teriyaki glaze on top which I was not used to. It was also not labeled on the menu and had I known I wouldn't have ordered it since I'm not a fan of teriyaki flavor. My friend and I also decided to order the spicy deluxe tsukemen to share! The portion size was good and the chasuu was yummy. The lime was a good addition of flavor to the concentrated broth. The broth just wasn't hot.. It was just warm which made it a lot less enjoyable. The spice that was added to the broth reminded me of a Huy Fong chili paste, and that kinda made me disappointed. Despite the underwhelming/unexpected flavors, the servers were very sweet and there was plenty of seating and parking. I'm still looking for a tsukemen place to go to, so many in the future if they develop their recipe a lot more I will be back to try again. read more

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Having been a fan of Tsujita on Sawtelle for years, I was absolutely ecstatic when I learned that there was a branch opening up in the SGV. I recognize that the name has changed, but the tsukemen is still exactly how I remember it. I love getting the ajitama tsukemen. I making sure I have extra limes and use the spicy mustard leaves to really change up the flavor profile throughout my meal. The tsukemen is so good as a takeout order. However if you have the time, I really recommend enjoying the meal fresh in the restaurant. The tsukemen here has a special pace in my heart and I haven't found a place that makes it better. read more

Came for dinner and had a great experience! Ordeded the deluxe tsukemen, tonkotsu ramen, takoyaki, and raspberry kakigori. They were all pretty solid with the tsukemen and kakigori being our favorites. The interior was nice and customer service was excellent as well. Highly recommend if you're craving some dipping noodles! read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I finally got the chance to try TSUKE though after they initially rebranded from Killer Noodle. I got the tonkotsu and it was pretty good considering the price. The noodle was very silky, fresh and had a nice chewy texture. The broth was a good balance of being hearty but not thick or salty. The chashu was very thinly sliced. I think it's a decent portion especially for the price. I think if I do go again, I'd probably get the deluxe instead. The quality and flavor is definitely there. The service is great and the workers are nice and attentive. I feel like the parking can get crazy though. But overall it's pretty spacious and not crowded which is a plus. I wish they also offered Sunright at this location though! read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Tonkotsu ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

May be caught them on an off day. Tried their signature dish. There was no one at the place. Very much on the salty side. Takes credit card. Parking structure inside mall read more

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Rebranded to TSUKE Artisan Noodle from Tsujita, my wife and I had to see the new rebranding on a Sunday evening. There's plenty of space inside for diners, and plenty for solo diners as well. Service is great, staff is quick with orders and serving. Interior is also Japanese style which fits the theme, love the aesthetics of the restaurant. Parking here is free on the ground or a underground lot with plenty of space. Street parking in the residential area is also applicable. My wife ordered the Ajitama Ramen & I ordered the Deluxe Tsukemen. Both orders came out in about 15 minutes which is pretty quick for the type of dish ordered. Each bowl comes with a side of takana broth, two soft boiled eggs, seaweed, lemon slice. Both were super flavorful, and of course the broth is a bit salty as expected, but was balanced out by the lime and the way the noodles were cooked. Super flavorful, and very rich. The deluxe comes with 4pcs of Chashu meat which were char'd and seasoned pretty well. Love that you can drip it into the broth as well for a bit more of a extra flavor. Love it! Overall, same, if not wary similar to Tsujita, ramen here is decent quality, always a option whenever my wife and I don't want to travel far for ramen. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Deluxe Tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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Wow! I absolutely loved this ramen spot. The deluxe tsukemen we ordered was incredibly delicious. I had never tried tsukemen before, and I learned that it's a Japanese noodle dish where the noodles are served separately and dipped into a rich, flavorful broth. The noodles were thick and chewy, and the broth was packed with flavor. My friends also really enjoyed the karaage chicken. It was crispy. Service was quick and efficient, and despite how busy it was, we were seated right away. There are a lot of tables inside. Parking was a little crowded because it is located in a small plaza, but there is underground parking if none outside was available. Would definitely recommend if you are craving ramen. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Deluxe Tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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Tsujita rebranded to Tsuke! Although there is a rebrand - everything is pretty much the same. Interior is the same and so is the food! Serving the same type of tsukemen as always!! Gloria was our server and she was so sweet and kind. I'm glad that there is still good tsukemen in the area, I would've been so sad if this place was no longer here. Tsukemen menu is similar with diff options to add more chasu or egg, etc to make it deluxe or large. Price is reasonable (if not cheaper). This tsukemen (dipping ramen) always hits the spot on a cold day. Thick noodles, thick broth, thick cuts of chasu - what's not to like!! LOL delicious as always and will be returning! My friend also got the Jiro ramen and it smelled heavenly. The garlic chili served on the side added flavor and crunch. read more

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I visited Tsuke in Alhambra--formerly the old Tsujita--and wow, the upgrade is real. Same spot, new name, and the food is on a whole different level now. We only waited about five minutes to be seated, and even though the inside is small, it's clean, cozy, and has that inviting ramen-shop vibe. We started with the chicken karaage, and this dish alone had me hooked. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and drizzled with a savory sauce when it arrived. But here's where the fun really starts: Take a bite--remember the taste. Now squeeze a little lime and try it again--new flavor unlocked. Add the tartar sauce--another layer. Then try it with their ginger and those sesame-spicy leaves on the table. Every combination somehow made the flavor better and better. I couldn't get enough. Absolute mind-blower. Next up was the spicy Tsukemen. Cold noodles that you dip into a hot, rich, flavorful broth. I was dipping and slurping nonstop--the mix of spice, fat, and all those seasonings clinging to their thick noodles was perfect. After a while I just poured the whole broth into the bowl and mixed it all together. Looked like chow mein but tasted way better. Then we tried the Ramen Jiro style--garlicky, spicy (get the spice on the side to control the heat), bold, packed with veggies and thick cuts of pork. So much going on, but every part worked. It's rich, layered, and they even add this tiny pork fat topping that sends the whole dish over the top. Last was the tonkotsu ramen. I ordered it non-spicy to really taste the broth, but had to give myself a minute because my mouth was still burning from the dish before. Once I recovered--wow. Creamy, clean, and delicious. The thin noodles and thinly sliced pork were the perfect pairing. This place hits every angle. Every dish was a win. The only miss? They ran out of desserts, so I'll just have to come earlier next time. And trust me--there will be a next time. Probably sooner than later, especially with this rainy weather. read more

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Still tastes just as good as when this place was still tsujita! I love tsukemen and no one does it better than here. Came Sat at 11:30 with no wait. Free underground parking lot. Good service. read more

TSUKE Artisan Noodle - Ramen Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Small and cozy restaurant with bold flavors! My family and I enjoyed tonkotsu ramen, bowls of tsukemen there, and karaage. It was our first time visiting this location as TSUKE (previously Tsujita). We arrived right when it opened. Friendly staff and good service! I've had tsukemen at a couple popular locations in Osaka and Tokyo, Japan and at Tsujita along Sawtelle in LA prior to visiting this place. Comparing them all, I think the one at TSUKE had perfectly made noodles but wished the broth didn't have such thick cornstarch slurry consistency.Also, it needed more umami and bonito flavors. I appreciate them having complimentary spicy veg side dish that added fire to the tsukemen in a good way. The karaage was so delicious and so was the tonkotsu ramen. Btw, if there's no street-level parking, there's additional parking down the ramp facing the restaurant. read more

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