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Daikokuya

Ramen Restaurant and Japanese Restaurant$$$$

Little Tokyo, Los Angeles

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Daikokuya

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Ranked #2 for ramen restaurants in Los Angeles
The experts at LA Weekly and LAist recommend this place
"Order the daikoku ramen and make sure to ask for extra flavor!"(17 Tips)
"Then get the ramen with the shredded pork bowl... so delicious!"(9 Tips)
"best ramen in LA! Located in Little Tokyo."(5 Tips)
"Their spicy miso ramen special had a great punch!"(6 Tips)

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EvadoraDecember 8, 2012
If you've finished eating, kindly get up and see yourself out. There's a lot of people waiting in line to enjoy the heaven food, so take your small talk to Starbucks or something. Thanks
Upvoted Mar 9
LAistMay 5, 2015
It's rare you won't find a line of people queuing outside of this tiny Little Tokyo spot. Their signature Daikokuya Ramen features a rich, creamy tonkotsu broth you'll wish you could drink from a can. Read more
Derek NakamotoMay 12, 2013
If I am in the downtown area or passing thru I will make it a point to stop in here for a bowl of their Daikoku Ramen ... the best broth & noodles ... the seasoned egg is to die for! Great vibe!
Upvoted Feb 8
Michael CNovember 18, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Usually a wait to be seated. Walk in and write your name on the clipboard. Remember your number! The noodles are perfect. Not sure how they make theirs so much better than everyone else.
Harout DerassoyanOctober 16, 2015
This is the best ramen spot I've tried so far in Los Angeles. I got the daikoku ramen koterri style with a side of fried rice. The broth was amazing and the pork was melting away.
MeilissaAugust 12, 2014
The kotteri daikoku ramen is good, though it's not as good as Ippudo ramen in Fukuoka. The shredded pork rice bowl however, is HEAVENLY! Gyoza is awesome too. The line is long, but worth the wait.
Cameron WDecember 21, 2014
The best Tonkotsu ramen I have ever had. The broth had the richest porky flavor. The flavor of browned pork came through very strongly. This type of broth usually tastes generic, this tasted of pork.
Kenny RenNovember 29, 2013
Ramen combo is super good. had the salmon bowl. the size of the combo is really really big. their salad dressing is amazing, thus they definitely have a legit reason to actually sell that dressing.
Jamie ROctober 3, 2016
Love the salad dressing and the combo meals are definitely the best value. Tempura and teriyaki chicken are great. Adding chili powder really helps the flavor of the soup.
Kevin BautistaSeptember 18, 2013
1st Ramen spot I've ever tried and glad it was here. If you want some extra flavor burst, add the back fat! The wait took some time & seating area for large groups isn't so good, but food was great!
Thirsty JamesDecember 24, 2016
Perfect on a rainy night, open late, cash only, yes a wait and limited seating but those noodles... actually a full bar too!
GNTLMNJanuary 8, 2013
The best place in town for ramen. Very authentic, feels like you're in Tokyo. Always a little line, so get there 30 mins early, put your name down, and take a romantic stroll. - India de Beaufort
Brian ChernickOctober 20, 2017
Gotta get the ramen, obviously. The spicy miso has a great balance and comes with the richer back fat broth. If you don’t go spicy, at least get the richer broth!
Alicia JAugust 2, 2014
Go for the combo for the first time. You can experience more. Don't get appetizers! The broth is perfection and filling. 😉 eel was like whoa😍
Kenji TsukamotoJune 21, 2013
no reservations, gotta put your name on a list. plan on waiting a while. grab some mochi gelato while you wait down the street! My favorite ramen shop in america, worth the wait!
Aleka RoDecember 25, 2018
The dishes are terrific, the service is very fast unfortunately the waitress forgot two dishes that were included in the package that we ordered, at the end you’ll want to come back ’cuz it worths.
LoanApril 16, 2019
Even if your name was called when you were killing time around Little Tokyo, just let them know and they’ll seat you next! Service is great and fast here.
Nellie SaidFebruary 6, 2017
I've only tried their pork belly ramen, but that was enough to convince me of the excellent quality of food they have! Will definitely recommend to others!
Lauren MacApril 2, 2017
Snagged a half bowl of their classic ramen late on a Saturday, and it was well worth the short wait! Solid broth that's simple but well done.
CJMay 2, 2017
My go-to place is 新撰组, a couple blocks away. Go to this one at midnight when it's still open and there is no line. Rich broth. Best group treat
Flora ChenMarch 11, 2019
I found the Pork cutlet rice bowl the most delicious I have ever had, the ramen is full of umami flavor from the bone soup, but I found it too strong.
Alyssa HirschJanuary 22, 2016
Very delicious ramen, but last time I went they only take cash so make sure you keep that in mind before heading over. I had to go to the atm across the street.
Jean-Louis NtangDecember 8, 2014
The best Ramen experience since moving back from Fukuoka. The wait for seating is ridiculously long, but the Ramen is worth the wait.
Chelsea WFebruary 24, 2012
The place isn't very big at all, but it is always swarming with hungry happy people looking to eat amazing ramen. First time yesterday...had the daikokuya ramen and it was the bomb dot com.
Alan WiemeFebruary 14, 2016
Can't go wrong with the house ramen and some amazing gyoza! The tuna bowl isn't too bad either to cool things off a bit.
Eli KibrickDecember 18, 2011
Get the ramen as is. Koteri stands for "more flavor" but it really means more pork fat in the broth. It's delicious but excessive. Best Ramen in LA. BEST egg in ramen ever!
Starry KitchenMarch 26, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Come for the ramen, but stay for the frickin' SHREDDED PORK BOWL! Its frickin' FANTASTIC & in my opinion.. Actually outshines the ramen its so good.
VioletaJanuary 17, 2019
Perfect plan for a rainy afternoon. There was NO line, no waiting! Ramen and Sapporo draft, FTW!
Brandon HoangNovember 2, 2015
Creamy broth and chewy noodles are perfection. Don't be one of those people that finishes eating and then sits around chatting!
Edward ForteFebruary 8, 2015
Dated furniture, small, weak service. Food is good though and would come back just for that. Be sure to wait a while so come early.
meniscuszine.comSeptember 24, 2011
A chain where the signature tonkotsu ramen includes broth that has been boiled overnight. The waits can be longer than NYC's now-legendary Ippudo, even for one person, but worth it.
Vu LeFebruary 12, 2014
Japanese food are always good to be digested & doesn't have any side effect too. But taking care of our oral health is important just like taking care of other issues in our body.
MeilissaJanuary 23, 2015
Great value combo set! Try the ramen with shredded pork bowl! 🐽🐷👍
Michael MuseAugust 16, 2014
Fantastic ramen despite the limited options (don't back down from choosing kotteri style), you'll probably have to wait for a table though
MereAugust 28, 2014
The Daikokuya special ramen is delicious! If you want lunch on a weekend, get here before opening. It gets crazy busy!
My VanJanuary 3, 2015
So worth the wait for the ramen. It was around a 1.5/2 hour wait. Just overall so satisfying.
ᴡ LaiDecember 19, 2014
Good broth. Braised pork is not as flavorful on its own -- eat it with the broth & noodle.
Dawann JohnsonMarch 23, 2018
Tsukemen.. Thats all i have to say. So good that i literally cant eat it at any other ramen spot 👏🏾
Remington GuestAugust 6, 2014
Ramen. It's the jam. Add the extra flavor. Make sure to get a side salad too!! Dressing is amazing.
Aaron NJanuary 25, 2015
I love this place. Phenomenal ramen. Expect long wait. Cash only.
Wen ÁvilaApril 22, 2019
The ramen is reaaaaally great and the portion is reaaaaaaaaally big, so think twice before ordering a “combo”.
Tonio BaquiranOctober 20, 2014
Been here 5+ times
pretty great place for ramen, but don't be afraid to try shin-sen-gumi or men-oh in the neighborhood too...
Jesse FullerDecember 10, 2015
The most authentic and delicious tonkotsu you can get in LA. If only it wasn't so damned crowded all the damned time.
ElisaAugust 27, 2017
Pretty short wait for group of 2, fast service speed. The shredded pork on rice really delicious - a pleasant surprise. The ramen is decent but overrated
Justinh AveryJuly 26, 2011
If you can't handle the entire bowl of ramen, get a half-bowl. It's still a good amount of soup, and you can try some of their delicious rice bowls. ^_^
Gil AsakawaFebruary 25, 2011
Don't wait in a long line... go down the block to San Sui Tei. The ramen and fried rice combo's great & no wait. Nice atmosphere & service too. Owner Fanming Yuia the best. Daikokuya's overrated.
Patricia LeeMay 19, 2014
Dining alone here is the key to getting out of a long wait. If you're lucky, you'll only wait a bit for a single spot at the bar!
Alexandra AlfaroJune 16, 2016
They have Some Dank Ramen👌... Very Yummy! Ramen is so Addicting to eat!!❤🍥🍲🍥
Death and PeachesMay 3, 2011
Put your name down on the list and remember your number! Be prepared to wait, there's always a long line and seating is limited. The pork bowl is super tasty!
ThamerMarch 21, 2015
The chicken here had a distinguish taste I loved it👍

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