“Food: Ordered the pork belly banh mi (around $20) and it was SOOO good!! The meat is marinated so well and it practically melts in your mouth. Stuffed with carrots, daikon, cilantro, and a ton of meat. The portions are super generous, I had to take half to-go. Food came out in less than 10 min Service: it seems to be family-operated and everyone was so sweet and nice. The guy (possibly the owner) checked in on us multiple times, refilled water, napkins, anything that we could possibly need Seating: about 6 stools, so on the smaller side. There is a takeout window tho for people who don't want to dine in. Parking: street parking, we found parking right in front of Face Gym and walked like 3 min“
“Wow, this is a must dine at spot when in L.A. Their soup dumplings were absolutely delicious. The noodle dish was so so, wouldn't order that again. Also it took over 55 minutes for our food to come out but waitress apologised by removing a small item from our bill at the end which was appreciated.“
“I come to LA from the east coast once or twice per year and I make my travel schedule around eating at Moto once per visit. The tan tan men ramen is absolutely the best ramen I have ever had. The broth is pure perfection... The side dishes are solid as well and the sushi is simple, but out of this world fresh and tasty. Sam is a great host. See you on my next trip Moto!!!“
“I came here a long time ago when the restaurant was still pretty new. this place offers curry dishes - ramen, rice, etc. we got the curry ramen and Keema noodle. both were decent, however I'm not a big curry fan, so the dishes were a little too heavy and rich for me. It's pretty comparable to other ramen restaurants in sawtelle but this place specializes in curry so if you're a fan of that I would recommend!“
“BEST RAMEN ON EARTH OMG!!!!!!!!!!!! THIS IS LITERALLY THE BEST RAMEN ON THE EFFING PLANET MANE!!!! THIS IS THE BEST RAMEN THERE EVER WAS AND HAS EVER BEEN!!! TSUJITA ANNEX THE GOAT!!! IF YOU EAT RAMEN ANYWHERE ELSE THAN YOU ARE JUST IGNORANT!!!“
“Amazing delicious food and the best customer service!! The food has so much flavor and you can tell it's made fresh when you order it. I've gotten noodles and sandwiches here and everything is always so good. The drinks are delicious as well. The owner is hands down the best owner ever, such a genuine and kind soul. We will absolutely be back again and again!“
“The food was so authentic it stunned my mom. I've never seen her so pleasantly surprised by a restaurant. It's hard to find dishes like Liangpi and Big Plate Chicken outside of China, and even if you can the flavors are often diluted. The noodles here were perfectly chewy, the stew in the BPC was rich and thick (rivaling Dolan's even). And the prices aren't bad at all. We'll be coming here again, and exploring their other locations too.“
“This was the last place my husband and I visited while in LA. Because of the location I was scared the food was going to be trash or that the restaurant would be so nasty that I wouldn’t want to eat there. However, this place was a pleasant surprise! Yes, it was a little rundown and outside there was a lot of garbage and old furniture but inside was clean although it was older, it was still very clean. The food was absolutely delicious! This is one of those those places that I wish that we had in my hotel. It’s a little mom and pop hole in the wall spot but their food packs of mighty punch and the service does too! The staff was very sweet and accommodating. If you’re in LA or nearby, I would definitely recommend for a good pho“
“The food was tasty, and the staff were kind. The half-sized tempura udon was perfect for me; I wasn't super hungry at the time and don't usually eat a lot anyway, so it filled me up without leaving me feeling stuffed.Came here while waiting for doors to open for a show at the Largo. I got there relatively early, just after 6pm, which turned out to be good because it seemed like they filled up with all of the theatre-goers who were evidently also waiting for doors open.I had a bit of a wait after I ordered, maybe around 10-15 minutes, max. One of the servers saw me looking around and proactively told me it was because they were making all of the udon orders together; I appreciated how attentive they were, to notice that I was wondering about my order. I didn't mind the wait too much anyway, because I needed to fill the time until 7pm.“
“Tsujita has been a stable of Sawtelle’s competitive Asian food scene for years. It’s one of the few places you can get authentic tsukemen (dipping noodles) in town. When you are done dipping, ask the server to add hot broth into your bowl of sauce to make it a greasy but delightful finish to your meal. The only note I had this time was the dipping sauce seemed a tiny less flavorful and thick than the first time I came here years ago. But, the noodles were still the same amazing quality of chewy and slurpy. Finally, the tsukemen doesn’t have many options for veggies, so keep that in mind if you bring a veggie lover.“
“Cash only. Busy lunch location for the area. Standard menu items that cover rice to noodles, a big menu for a small mom and pop shop. Small parking lot can get hard to get out of during rush hour. Maybe easier to park on the street instead.“
“This is probably the most popular place to get your lunch at from students and faculty at El Camino College. Every meeting I'm at around lunch time I see someone eating from Mr. H. I really love their spamasubi and their miso soup. It reminds me of my high school days when people would sell spamasubi from their backpacks. The place has a few tables and chairs to sit on if you are looking to dine in or wait for your food. Cool thing about their service too is they have a buzzer for when your food is ready. Sometimes it takes a little long to get the food to come out but it's always hot and ready to eat when they do.“
“It’s a unique take on ramen, good depth of flavor, great noodles, but for me the truffle dominates and the richness of the soup is too buttery. Like it for something new, but I prefer a more traditional take. I like truffle and I have had a dozen bowls in Tokyo. I was expecting the price, but at the end of the night it felt too steep.“
“We sat at the communal table and enjoyed looking at the aesthetically pleasing feasts our neighbors ordered! We shared a bento box with fresh sashimi, crispy tempura, and warm side meats served with colorful condiments. Once we placed our name on the waitlist, we enjoyed a stroll until our number was called. The portions are generous, and the atmosphere is friendly, both from guests and servers. Next time, we will order the soups and noodle combinations.“
“I walked by this place a million times and it's always busy but for some reason I never expected much. Boy, was I wrong! The pasta here was perfectly made. The staff were friendly and efficient. The timing of the courses was spot on. I didn't even mind the wait when we arrived, we went for a walk around the marina and enjoyed the view and they texted when the table was ready. Best of all: did I mention the pasta? It was absolutely delicious!“
“Had the best ramen of my life at this establishment (Tokyo Ramen). I love how you get to choose a level of spice AND numbness for your ramen, an interesting twist. Ramen was so good I ordered another helping when I was done with the first and stuffed myself until I could barely walk without doubling over. This place always has a line, and rightfully so.“
“Our dinner at Uovo set a new standard for authentic Italian pasta for us. We recently visited Italy and have had pasta on our brains (and in our hearts, and in our stomachs) for months now. Visiting Uovo, despite the fact that we were in Southern California, brought all of our sensibilities back to Italy. Every dish we got was delicious. It's their main thing, but in case you're not aware, the pasta is made in Bologna, Italy and shipped to them every day...so it just doesn't get much more authentic than that.My wife and I shared the tasting menu so we could try all of the vegetarian options, including Caco e Pepe, Pomodoro, and Tagliatelle in truffle sauce. All three were perfect and were my budget and waistline to allow, I would eat any of these every day.The tasting menu came with a small arugula salad, and Tiramisu which we also shared and which were great.The place is intimate...we ended up being seated at the bar. They don't take reservations, which is, on one hand refreshing as you know you're always going to have a fair shot of getting a table as anyone else...but, of course, that means wait times could be long. (But put your name in and they'll text you so you can wander around Santa Monica while waiting.) They do have tables but it's really the luck of the draw based on when you put your name in and what comes up first.Anyone who loves authentic Italian pasta dishes (or who yes yet to realize you love them) will find the very best of those here.“
“Got lucky today after arriving at LAX. On our way home we found this spot! Yelp gave 4.5 stars. Absolutely delighted with my experience at this pho restaurant! The food was incredibly delicious, showcasing authentic flavors that left my taste buds in awe. The ambiance was enhanced by the charming touch of traditional music, creating a delightful atmosphere. What truly stood out was the exceptional service - always delivered with a genuine smile. A 5-star gem that I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone seeking an outstanding dining experience!“
“Marugame Udon has always been the go-to for anyone near Sawtelle especially UCLA students. I mean this place is fantastic: the food is exceptional, basically no wait time, the food is cheap, and the service is amazing. This is definitely a top 5 of all time for me and would HIGHLY recommend anyone to visit when in the area. The line usually gets very long on Saturday and Friday nights but it moves fairly quickly.“
“Got take out from Palmsugar, just two dishes since it was the first time trying it - got chicken pad thai and vegan spicy basil fried rice. Both dishes were amazing, the basil fried rice was honestly 10/10 - had spice, excellent flavor, well cooked. The Pad Thai was also very good.Definitely would recommend and will likely try more of their food.Vegetarian options: They seem to be able to make most options vegetarian/vegan - the basil fried rice has the option for tofu, no fish sauce, no egg and at the bottom, an additional option to make it vegan - perhaps to ensure it would be. Flavor was still phenomenal, thoroughly enjoyed it.“
“This is one of my buddy’s favorite places. The Osaka dipping style soba was quite an experience and just a genius way of enjoying the meal. The small candle keeps your broth warm so you can enjoy a leisurely meal and every bite is warm and fresh tasting. The noodle texture was perfect and the broth had an amazing concentration of flavor. I will definitely return“
“MIAN is a wonderful place for some really good food. There are great selections and the menu will satisfy all dietary requirements. The Crispy Half Chicken is great and the Spicy Beef Noodle is a can’t miss dish. This is a place that you will want to go back to again and again to taste everything on the menu.“
“Walked in hoping for the best and plan to return whenever I can! Kelvin the manager was great on making recommendations and is very hospitable. Appreciate how attentive he was to our groups needs! Everything about the place is top notch! Def recommend!“
“We had a very nice birthday dinner for my friend.Service was excellent.Wait time for food was a little long. One suggestion is have a spicy level for those with a sensitive palette. We ordered a side of mango to cool down the heat and that hit the spot :) Overall great experience , definetly be back.“
“I had lunch at this restaurant with my friend when we were visiting LA, and I'm so glad we stumbled across it! The food was absolutely delicious, and the staff was so friendly. One of the best Thai restaurants I've been to, and definitely somewhere I'll be visiting again the next time I'm in town!“
“This was my first time back in several years and my boyfriend’s first time as well!! Immediately we were greeted, sat promptly and had an excellent server names Asia. She was super sweet, knowledgeable and just over all the nicest server ever! Definitely will be coming back. Good job guys!“
“Lovely lunch here, the space is pretty small so if you have a big group I would call ahead. Everything had lots of good flavor and spice! The staff member my friend and I interacted with was really nice and helpful! She had the Pad Thai and I ordered the Pad Kee Mao (drunken noodle) then we split the Army of Veggie, portion sizes were great, entrees are big enough for 2 people to share.If you aren't a fan of spicy food I would recommend asking that the spice level on the Pad Kee Mow be knocked down but if you love spicy food it is perfect.A bonus was mentioning that I needed to make sure everything was gluten free as I have celiacs and the gentlemen said that all the sauces they make and use are gluten free to start so nothing needed to be modified! I didn't experience any kind of reaction afterwards and I can usually tell within 20 minutes or so!!Dietary restrictions: Gluten free friendly“
“Amazing amazing place. The cashier and chefs are the kindest people ever. The food tastes authentic and truly amazing. It was raining and they were so kind to let us shelter and enjoy our food inside temporarily. They treated us so well and we couldn't be more grateful“
“Went on a Friday night with a party of 5 including a 4yr old. We were seated quickly and waited on at the right times if that makes sense. We had several dishes like soup, noodles, dumplings and everything was delicious. The service was top notch with very reasonable prices.“
“Dining in is a pleasant, tasty experience and take out is just as good. The vegetarian pho is both light and filling and the egg rolls are a delight. Friendly staff, great pho.Dietary restrictions: I went with a friend with a gluten intolerance and the staff was very careful to provide a safe option for his meal.“
“Perfect ten for a sit down relaxed dining experience. The service was friendly and helpful, the food was hot and delicious , the atmosphere was relaxed and clean,…all at a reasonable price. Thanks!☺️Vegetarian options: I loved the eggplant with garlic sauce.“
“Tiny restaurant bustling on a weekday for lunch, a good sign. Delicious carry out baps and Korean tofu stews to go. Recommend the spicy pork bap. Nice little booths to stay and eat, but you will have to listen to the kpop videos lol. Small parking lot out front.“
“I think the only thing Asian about my girlfriend is the Cauc-Asian, If you are okay embarrassing yourself fumbling over angel hair soba noodles, this is the place for you. If you actually know how to use chopsticks you'll feel right at home. The sauces are decadent, and oddly the music makes me want to dance. Unlike ramen that makes you want to shit bricks, the soba noodles are light and refreshing. The spicy sauce oddly resembles Mexican hot chocolate but with soy milk. Delicious in all the right ways. Would get a perfect 5/5 if I had another beer option. Certainly will be coming back. 100% buckwheat, no bullshit.“
“Best Ramen along Mel Rose! 100% better than Tatsu! I accidentally passed by this Ramen restaurant after hanging out from Weho & the Ramen didn't disappoint me. They served the Ramen so fast and they’re open until 3AM like what?? ? I will definitely go back! ?“
“My husband and I live eating here or getting delivery. We've gone to 2 different locations, with friends, or just us two over several years and the food is consistent and delicious. The portions are also a good size. My only wish is that the inside atmosphere was more inviting, and occasionally the food can take a little long to come out. The staff have always been helpful and polite.“
“I absolutely love this place! I came in for the Pad Tai and it was very delicious. But their Tom Kha is freaking fire! The Chicken Mushroom Curry Soup is to freaking die for, I got the large with extra chicken and I've died and gone to heaven! Definitely making this my local Thai spot moving forward. Excellent customer service and easy ordering online for pick up.!“
“Check out O'Gusto Pizza and Pasta for a taste of mall food court simplicity that packs a flavorful punch! The service is quick and friendly, making it a breeze to grab your grub and get back to shopping. I went for the O'Gusto 12", and let me tell you, it hit the spot with its perfect mix of toppings. Plus, with upbeat music playing and the lively mall atmosphere, it's the ultimate spot to refuel during your shopping spree. The decor is straightforward but fits right in, adding to the no-frills charm of the place. And let's not forget about cleanliness--both the mall and O'Gusto's storefront are spotless, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. Quick tip: if you're dining with a group, be sure to place your order first, so you can eat together, since the wait is 10-15 minutes. Now, onto the pizza itself. O'Gusto serves up a slice of heaven that only gets better as it cools down. With a soft yet slightly crispy crust, it's the kind of pizza that keeps you coming back for more. In short, O'Gusto Pizza and Pasta may be located in a mall food court, but don't let its simplicity fool you--it's a hidden gem serving up deliciousness with every bite. So next time you're shopping 'til you drop, make sure to swing by O'Gusto for a taste of mall magic!“
“The people here are so nice! We showed up very late and they were gracious about taking our order. Then, we ordered a Thai Iced Tea when they had already shut down the card machine and we didn’t have cash, so she just gave it to us for free. Amazing place, would come again for sure!!“
“10/10! I came here for a solo dinner on a weekday night. The servers were extremely attentive and friendly and made some great menu recommendations. The food came out quickly. I got the three item bento box, which was absolutely delicious and a great value, especially for the neighborhood. Definitely a hidden gem in West Hollywood - the neighborhood needs more of these types of local, friendly spots with amazing food and great prices. I can't wait to come back!“
“This place is great, I came across this restaurant while spending some time in the area. I wish they had another location closer to me, but now it's my treat whenever I'm in the area! Food and service has been excellent every time I've been there!!“
“Stumbled upon this hidden gem and couldn’t have been happier! Fabio immediately greeted us with warmth and friendliness while he was making the food and taking orders. We loved our pasta dishes and he made sure to check in on us and the other diners. Definitely will be back!“