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Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori Izakaya
$ · Japanese, Ramen

1601 Sawtelle Blvd #101, Los Angeles, CA 90025 (424) 208-3293
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Best Ramen in Sawtelle Japantown

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori Izakaya 8.1
Sawtelle
Vibes: Comfort Food Classics Family Friendly Favorites Solo Dining Sanctuaries Late Night Legends
A long-running Hakata-style ramen shop where you customize firmness, richness, and toppings before the first slurp. The tonkotsu broth is creamy without getting heavy, and the thin noodles hit that classic Fukuoka bite. It’s a reliable, no-fuss ramen night anchor for Sawtelle.
Must-Try Dishes: Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen, Spicy Miso Ramen, Gyoza
Scores:
Value: 8.4 Service: 8 Consistency: 8.7 Food Quality: 8.6 Atmosphere: 7.2 Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Hakata ramen customization down to noodle firmness and broth richness.
Who should go: Anyone who likes dialing in their bowl.
When to visit: Late evening for a steady, fast-moving line.
What to order: Hakata tonkotsu, add ajitama, gyoza.
Insider tip: Order extra kaedama (noodles) if you’re hungry.

Hours

Monday11:30am - 2pm, 5pm - 11pm
Tuesday11:30am - 2pm, 5pm - 11pm
Wednesday11:30am - 2pm, 5pm - 11pm
Thursday11:30am - 2pm, 5pm - 11pm
Friday11:30am - 2pm, 5pm - 11pm
Saturday12pm - 11pm
Sunday12pm - 11pm