0 Followers
Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle
Master Critic Reviews (5 Lists)
Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle
8.8
Sawtelle’s tsukemen standard-bearer, built around intensely reduced pork-and-fish dipping broth and springy house noodles. The bowl rewards patience (and a likely wait) with deep, smoky umami and precise noodles that stay snappy to the last dip. Go for the classic tsukemen first, then explore the richer, spicier variations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chashu Tsukemen, Spicy Tsukemen, Sunrise Vegan Ramen
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 9
Food Quality: 9.3
Atmosphere: 7.4
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: LA’s defining tsukemen spot with a famously concentrated dipping broth.
Who should go: Tsukemen lovers and ramen purists.
When to visit: Weekday lunch to dodge the longest waits.
What to order: Chashu tsukemen, spicy tsukemen, extra ajitama egg.
Insider tip: Ask for broth-wari at the end to turn dip into soup.
Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle
8.6
A Sawtelle institution for tsukemen where high-volume love and steady execution make it a dependable casual date move. Expect a bustling line, then a deeply savory dipping-ramen payoff worth sharing bites over.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tsukemen (dipping ramen), Chashu pork add-on, Soft-boiled ajitama egg
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: Legendary tsukemen backed by massive, sustained local demand.
Who should go: Ramen fans on a casual, low-pressure date.
When to visit: Early dinner to beat the longest lines.
What to order: Tsukemen, chashu, ajitama.
Insider tip: Order extra noodles to split; broth stays strong.
Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle
8.8
Sawtelle’s tsukemen standard-bearer: thick noodles built for dunking into a deeply concentrated pork-and-seafood broth. The line moves fast, the bowls land hot and glossy, and the flavor stays dialed-in year after year. Come hungry and ready to commit to the dip-and-slurp ritual.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tsukemen with chashu, Spicy tsukemen, Soft-boiled ajitama egg
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: LA’s most destination-worthy tsukemen with massive, proven fanbase.
Who should go: Ramen diehards and first-timers chasing a defining bowl.
When to visit: Weekday late lunch to dodge the peak line.
What to order: Classic tsukemen, spicy tsukemen, add ajitama.
Insider tip: Ask for extra broth to extend the dip without losing intensity.
Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle
8.8
A Sawtelle standard for tsukemen, with a deeply concentrated pork-and-fish broth and springy noodles built for dipping. Expect a short line at peak hours, but the kitchen runs with precision and pace. Locals come for the richness and leave talking about the noodles’ chew.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tsukemen (dipping noodles), Chashu ramen, Ajitama egg
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: Signature tsukemen with one of LA’s most intense, balanced broths.
Who should go: Ramen obsessives and noodle-first diners.
When to visit: Weekday afternoons to dodge the line.
What to order: Tsukemen, chashu ramen, add ajitama.
Insider tip: Ask for extra broth thinning if you like a lighter finish.
Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle
8.6
A Sawtelle mainstay for tsukemen, built around springy house noodles and viscous, deeply savory dipping broths. The line moves fast, and the kitchen’s precision keeps repeat locals loyal for weekday power lunches.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Chashu Tsukemen, Tonkotsu Ramen, Sunrise Vegan Ramen
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 9
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: LA’s benchmark for tsukemen with Tokyo-rooted technique.
Who should go: Ramen diehards and quick-lunch regulars.
When to visit: Weekdays before noon to dodge peak lines.
What to order: Spicy chashu tsukemen, tonkotsu ramen, add ajitama egg.
Insider tip: Ask for extra noodle portion if you’re splitting broth.