Rakkan Ramen has long held a special place in my heart (and stomach!) as one of my all-time favorite ramen shops in LA. When I saw they were participating in dineLA, I knew I couldn’t pass up the chance to visit and try out their multi-course dineLA menu. First Course: Spicy Garlic Chili Edamame The…
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Hello JINYA Ramen – 2nd and PCH
I’m such a “Ramentic” 🍜 🥰! Today was seriously a good day for trying out new spots! After a fun Yelp Elite Experience at nearby LATHER Long Beach, I stopped by JINYA Ramen Bar at 2nd & PCH. If you know me, you already know I love ramen — so I was super excited to…
Hello Ramen Sumiya Torrance!
It’s no secret that I’m a ramen lover through and through, so you can imagine my excitement when I spotted a new ramen spot opening up right here in Torrance, California, called Ramen Sumiya. I hadn’t realized they had an original location in Sawtelle, so this was my first time experiencing them—and I’m so happy…
Hello Gomaichi Ramen Redondo Beach!
As a devoted ramen enthusiast (and self-proclaimed noodle connoisseur), I couldn’t resist checking out the grand opening of Gomaichi Ramen. As the newest addition to Redondo Beach’s food scene, this spot immediately gave off go-to vibes — cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and that unmistakable aroma of simmering broth in the air… yes, please. I also…
Hello Dine LA at Ryla Hermosa Beach!
I have wanted to check out RYLA in Hermosa Beach since it opened in 2022. This restaurant is the culinary brainchild of husband-and-wife duo Chef Ray Hayashi and Chef Cynthia Hetlinger, and it has even earned a spot in the Michelin Guide California selection. RYLA masterfully blends coastal California cuisine with Japanese flavors, reflecting the…
Hello Yelp Elite Event Tomizo Ramen!
Home run! Just recently Shohei Ohtani became the first player in MLB history to be in the 50/50 club. That is 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season. The night he did this happened to also be the night of a Yelp Elite Event at Tomizo Ramen in Gardena, California. Tomizo…
Hello Torrance Yokocho!
It’s a Friday night and I find myself in what looks like a Japanese alleyway or Yokocho. I can smell the savory broth of ramen as well as hear the frying of crisp tempura. Am in Japan? Alas’ I am in Torrance at Torrance Yokocho! Torrance Yokocho recently opened up at the Rolling Hills Plaza…
Hello Kai Ramen Westchester!
Kai Ramen Westchester is currently having their soft opening and I am quite the fan already of this place. The Westchester location is the 8th location of the Kai Ramen shops founded by Chef Nishimura. Other Souther California locations are in Arcadia and Koreatown. I really love how Kai Westchester Ramen has a huge menu….
Hello The Enclave Torrance!
The Enclave Torrance is a hot new spot in the South Bay that has variety of different restaurants catering to every foodie! They recently had some grand openings of a few select restaurants and I am already in LOVE with this spot. I am quite The Enclave fan now ☺️ and excited to share with…
Hello HiroNori Craft Ramen Torrance!
HiroNori Craft is now in Torrance! This ramen shop opened it’s first location back in 2017 and in just two years was recognized by the Michelin Guide. HiroNori Craft is now twelve locations strong; spanning both Southern and Northern California and this Torrance location being their latest. The Torrance location is currently located at The…
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