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Killer Noodle Tsujita in Los Angeles

4.4 (199) 2030 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, United States

Categories

Ramen restaurant
Japanese restaurant
Noodle shop

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Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, US

Phone: +1 424-293-0474
Site: https://killernoodle.com/

Opening hours

Monday:11 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday:11 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday:11 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday:11 AM–9:30 PM
Friday:11 AM–10:30 PM
Saturday:11 AM–10:30 PM
Sunday:11 AM–9:30 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.4

199 Reviews for Killer Noodle Tsujita 2024:

Review №1

2023-11-28 05:00:24

I got the Tokyo style with soup, and it was good. The peanut butter flavor wasn’t as strong I wanted it to be, but having different spice levels is a nice option. I wish there were more cashews and that the pork wasn’t ground pork so there would have been some texture. It’s not a bad place for ramen, but there are so many better places on Sawtelle.

Review №2

2023-07-15 18:38:04

First I dont like spicy food but I like peanut sauce. This restaurant have both and really good. The noodle was also not mussy.I had tokyo style without soup which very good and really tasty. The noodle also thick which I like it.The original with soup + 3 level spicy (normal) its not really spicy and the soup also delicious and smell good but the noodle is bit thin, theThe Gyoza also big fat and full of meat, the skin soft and thin.Price also reasonable.

Review №3

2023-08-30 19:13:00

I’m not a noodles person in general but this place had great noodles! Killer noodles - no pun intended. It is a bit on the heavier side, a lot of sauce / seasoning in the noodles but that’s what makes the flavor good. I got the Tokyo style (what they’re known for I think) without soup, and it was really good. I got pork on the side and the portion size was pretty decent size and came with white rice. There was peanut sprinkled over it and the noodles were thick and creamy. We also had the fried chicken with their variety of sauces as an appetizer which was good - its normal fried chicken. Would definitely come back here to get another noodle dish. The aesthetic of the restaurant is also pretty nice, it’s open and spacious and clean, located on sawtelle blvd in a super cute area with a lot of other Japanese restaurants and dessert bars. I would recommend getting noodles here if you’re looking for a place to go to in sawtelle!

Review №4

2023-10-11 01:36:36

Soo yummy! The sesame and peanut notes in the Tokyo style was great! I got level 1 numbing and level 3 spice (as I don’t love the numbing flavor). Food was hot and fresh but service was a bit slow—but they were packed so it wasn’t a big deal!Chicken karage was well seasoned and crispy (ginger dipping sauce was delightful).The original style ramen is vegetarian friendly and was surprisingly flavorful for how light it was.

Review №5

2023-10-01 15:30:33

Tsujita was founded in 2003 in Tokyo and the first ones came to America in 2017. This is one of their very few locations and it’s amazing. They do not accept reservations and it’s first come first serve so be prepared to wait a bit but it’s so worth it!They have different choices of soup and you can also order it without soup if you just want the noodles. I got the chicken ramen (not spicy) and it was fabulous. It comes with a fish cake on top, spinach, green onions, and menma. I order a poached egg on the side to add inside and it was the perfect touch.They have indoor and outdoor seating that has heat lamps close by for those cold fall and winter nights.

Review №6

2023-08-18 02:16:26

Food: the spiciness is not spicy at all. Both my partner and I got level 5 spice and level 5 numb and and barely tasted the spice. As for flavor, it’s not the best ramen I have tasted, the nuttiness is certainly different but that’s not why I would dock points off. The portion is quite small for the price. You are better off going to Tsujita Artisan noodle down the street, Ramen Nagi in CC or even the currently mid Tatsu.Service: note to those joining waitlist, DO NOT put yes to patio. It’s not either patio or inside, if you put down yes to patio, it means you are waiting ONLY for patio. The hostess skipped seating my party due to this reason. This is highly misleading.

Review №7

2023-11-11 02:35:02

We had been to its sister restaurant across the street Tsujita ramen multiple times and loved it! But this one was even better!They specialize in spicy ramens broths. You get to pick the numbness level and the spice level and the order is a perfect reflection of the level that you pick. What we loved most was the availability of at-least 4 vegetarian ramen options. We got the Tokyo style which had a peanut-sesame broth with peppercorn and the veggie option which had a soy based broth. Both didn’t disappoint! Two large bowls were enough to get 3 people full because the quantity of noodles is a lot.The server was attentive and very proactive! We also liked the ambience of this place. Will return to try out the other options!

Review №8

2023-07-14 17:48:18

In A Nutshell:-Killer Noodle Tsujita is a great place to grab some spicy soup + fried chicken.-I like the various options you can choose from their soups: Tokyo Style, Downtown Style & Original.-From those choices you can choose with soup or dry (without soup).-If you are hungry you can ask for a Large order vs. Regular.-Furthering your options are the various levels of spice & sichuan peppers.-You can choose from levels 0 to 6 on spice & numbness.-I went with a 3 on sichuan (numbness) + 5 on spice, which all turned out delicious.-You can also add extra items like cilantro, thin sliced pork & poached egg, which I recommend adding all three.-The service here is very friendly & knowledgable.Overall, this is a delicious place to grab some mouth-watering noodles.

Review №9

2023-06-16 22:07:35

Killer Noodles is a delightful restaurant that offers an array of tasty dishes. During my visit, I had the opportunity to try their takoraki, pork buns, and customizable noodles, all of which left a positive impression on me.The takoraki, featuring Octopus, Japanese Mayo, Takoyaki Sauce, Bonito Flakes, and Aonori, was a standout. I was captivated by the skillful garnishing technique, and the flavor was pleasantly sweet. However, its important to note that the takoraki comes out piping hot, so exercise caution to avoid burning your mouth.The pork buns, a simple combination of Bun, Pork, Cucumber, and Sweet Soy Sauce, were a perfect pre or post-noodle snack. They provided a sweet element that nicely complemented the main dishes.Speaking of the noodles, Killer Noodles offers a fantastic customization feature where you can determine the level of numbing and spiciness. I opted for the Tokyo style with a rich and creamy Pork and Chicken Broth. While I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, finding the ideal level of numbing and spiciness took some experimentation. The soup option proved helpful in mellowing the spice, making the noodles more enjoyable. Plus, it made for a refreshing drink once I finished my meal.The customer service at Killer Noodles was generally friendly, with attentive staff members who checked in on us at the beginning of our visit. However, there was a slight hiccup when it came to receiving our check and getting a to-go box. Despite finishing our food, it took about ten minutes for anyone to offer assistance, and we had to raise our hands to get their attention. In contrast, a larger group that arrived after us was promptly attended to, causing a minor inconvenience.This delay became problematic since the adjacent parking area only offers one hour of validation. As a result, we exceeded the validation period due to the wait, resulting in additional charges. Its worth mentioning that the other parking options in the area are paid timers on the street, making the adjacent parking the only free option. However, no signs indicated a cash-only policy, so I had to withdraw money from a nearby ATM, incurring additional charges. Quicker service from the waitstaff would have prevented these extra fees.Despite the minor service hiccups and parking-related issues, I have visited Killer Noodles on multiple occasions and intend to keep coming back whenever Im in the area. In fact, I would even make the hour-long trip solely to dine at this restaurant. I just hope that the waitstaff can improve their efficiency in addressing customer needs to avoid additional parking charges in the future.

Review №10

2023-08-20 02:52:13

This food was inedible. I ordered pickup through google (toast). There was no warning that there is no parking for pickup. There was absolutely no parking anywhere. The egg that I paid extra for was raw. I like mine a bit underdone, but it was not poached, it was completely raw. The noodles were cold by the time that I was able to park and get there, and honestly werent very good. I would never go here again. I should have made my own ramen at home. Horrible experience 0/10.

Review №11

2023-11-01 23:19:18

I went to this place to try out the spicy noodles they offer. I like spicy food in general!BUT if you look for really spicy food, ask for the spicy Ramen with spice level 20. They warn you that most people cannot eat it (understandably)but I would compare this spice level a bit below the samyang 2x spicy noodlesIt was not on the physical card.It was good spicy but not extremely spicy.(Again this is from someone who loves very spicy that if makes u cry, regular spicy lovers should be cautious)The spice level 5 was more of a eatable spicy (in my opinion). Id say a bit below the regular black samyang noodles.But the food is really presentable! Atmosphere is nice and toilets are clean.Side note: not sure if Sichuan was used, but in case it was, heads up. (Im just not a big fan of it)

Review №12

2022-12-29 05:34:20

Delicious! The Karaage was excellent and I appreciated the variety of sauces: one serving comes with two of your choosing. I had the Tokyo style Ramen with broth at 0 spice (so rich!) and my friend had the Tokyo style Ramen without broth at level 2 spice.We both enjoyed it, and I also got super lucky with finding a metered spot right out front at lunch hour. If you drive onto the side streets, a bit closer to the freeway, there are more parking spots there.

Review №13

2023-04-20 17:25:49

Waited an hour to get in and have amazing ramen here. I ordered the vegan version of Tokyo style with soup. The ramen was freshly made and right amount of hotness. I go low on spices so spicy 1 and numbness 0 worked really well for me.

Review №14

2022-11-23 04:55:33

Prepare your taste buds! Theyre in for a treat. The broth of the ramen is so rich here that it was almost too much. But it was amazing and so worth the visit. I love the spiciness customization. The pork bun was pretty good but not the highlight.The staff is nice and helpful.

Review №15

2023-03-19 18:45:49

Super flavorful. Got the downtown and I’ve the Tokyo before, the downtown is better definitely. In the Tokyo style the peanut flavor overpowers the broth, but they taste similar. The chicken karaage is great too!! $9 for 8pc chicken, $16 for noodles

Review №16

2023-10-29 17:19:10

Came across this through recommendations from travel vlog! There was a little Que but the wait was manageable.Ramen was delicious and great for a chilly weather.

Review №17

2023-01-03 17:44:26

So good. Tried both the downtown style and Tokyo style. Both tasted amazing but I think I like the downtown style a little more. Level 3 for both spice levels was perfect for me; it ended up being slightly less spicy than Shin ramen. Fast service and good prices too.

Review №18

2023-06-13 06:28:10

The ramen is worth it, giving 4 stars because the service wasnt satisfying enough. Specifically we ordered appetizers and they forgot to bring them till the very end.

Review №19

2021-11-25 03:22:01

Surprisingly flavorful first time. We were slated to eat the hot pot place next door and the pungent spicy smells from the soup cause my grandmother to not be able to endure that meal so luckily we stumbled on the killer noodle. We don’t eat ramen often so this one was a pleasant surprise. Place was full but we got a seat right away. Staff was super friendly as we had so many demands, with so many different palates…

Review №20

2023-04-01 20:07:56

Unique Japanese ramen influenced by Chinese spices. Dont recommend 0 level spicy as it lacks flavor. At least get level 1 spicy and 0 numbness.Spice level is what you taste, while numbness is what hits you about 5 seconds later. It only contributes to the pain without adding flavor.Parking is painful even though complimentary 1 hour valet is included with validation. Due to the long wait (45 to 60 mins), prepare to spend 1.5 to 2 hours.Logistics can be improved significantly to better the dining experience. They still use a clipboard for the wait list. Make sure you pay attention to the soft voice of the host for your name. Food comes out uncoordinated (entrée before appetizer, additional cups/bowls for sharing drinks/food coffee after second or third reminder. Thin noodles come out before thick noodles. Server doesnt remember who the dishes belong to, etc.Having said that, if you like your Ramen sweat off your brow spicy, this is the place for you.

Review №21

2023-12-09 22:07:48

Ive visited this place multiple times, but this will be my last. The ramen is good if you like it spicy; otherwise, its just an average ramen shop. Yesterday afternoon, I had a terrible experience with my Japanese friends. We ordered 4 ramens and 2 appetizers; everything was fine except for a non-Asian, medium-sized, strong make-up female server who was rude. During checkout, two ice matchas appeared on our bill that we didnt order. When I informed her, she returned with a bad attitude, saying, Dont bring outside drinks next time! We didnt, as my friends always have diet green powder before meals. Placing the bill on our green drinks was rude. I understand some places prohibit outside drinks, but a gentler approach would be appreciated. I feel compelled to tell the owner/manager that this employee needs more training. She shouldnt bring her anger to work; customers shouldnt bear her negative energy. This isnt the first time; I witnessed her rudeness to another customer waiting for a seat. As a fellow restaurant owner, such employee is disaster.

Review №22

2021-12-19 01:26:42

Delicious!I ordered the Tokyo Style (Peanut and Sesame Flavor, Rich and Creamy) without soup, with level 2 Numbness and level 2 Spiciness, and for what I needed that day, it was perfect. Normally Id probably try spicier, but I also find that the spicier it is, the harder it is to taste the flavors, and with 2/2 it was on point.I normally enjoy soup noodles, but was recommended to go for the without soup option because it allowed for a more condensed flavor, and the spiciness level gave it just enough of a kick that left me needing a sip of water every now and then. It was good enough that I would definitely want to come back to try the Downtown Style and Original Style as well.

Review №23

2023-01-24 16:42:30

Skip the tan tan ramen and get either regular ramen or dry Dan Dan noodles. A regular sized bowl is a great serving size. Tokyo and downtown seemed to be identical in taste. This fusion version of Chinese Dan dan flavor incorporated into a ramen broth gets a little lost in the soup. While the soup is hearty and peanutty, even at a 3-3 spice level it didnt differ much from a 1. Dry noodles have a complex and stronger profile. All toppings are brought on the side and cold. The chashu pork was dry and cold. The poached egg is the star of the show, must get. It comes as a cold egg in the shell but has been previously been sous vided to a perfect consistency. Service can be forgetful of your orders and the seatings are full of old ripped cushions but the decor is nice. Unfortunately they had run out of chicken karaage by 730pm on a weekday

Review №24

2023-08-12 02:11:57

The was good but not where you are blown away by how great it is. Service and the atmosphere just good.

Review №25

2022-11-08 09:15:36

Delicious ramen and SPICY🔥 but service at first was sort of lacking. Very non attentive…was greeted with just a look by the girl. She didn’t speak English to well so I had to tell her that I’m going to dine in and she just pointed to the bar. That didn’t really bother me because I was there to eat not make friends! While I sat down I seen the reviews and a lot of them were negative because of the service! Not really a surprise to me 😒But I wanted to see what’s good here…so I ended up going for the Tokyo style (peanut one) with soup level 4 spice (wanted 5 but the server suggested to take it down a level)It didn’t take to long before my ramen arrived and I was very excited because I wanted to eat and GO! Mixed up all the goodness. The thick sauce, large portion of noodles and the meat and spices made my mouth salivate. Time to dig in!The broth…deep, rich and spicy! Very comforting… couldn’t get it down fast enough. Now the sweats are coming in😅 haha! The noodles were chewy, as they should and held on to the sauce very well. Crunchy peanuts added to the texture…Overall the place is good. Service is lacking but if you don’t let it bother you then just enjoy your meal! Price was on point for the portion and flavor right up my alley! If you’re a ramen fan come check out I suggest. They don’t play with the heat come prepared! 🔥🔥🔥

Review №26

2023-10-27 03:49:09

My every LA trip in incomplete without having dinner here. Even though vegetarian options are less - their food quality and quantity remains consistent. It’s hard to get in without waiting for at-least 20-25mins but a must visit place when in LA. I love how the staff is courteous and always willing to accommodate your requests.

Review №27

2023-11-06 18:53:27

Modest noodle selection with various levels of heat. We all enjoyed the Tokyo style noodles. Many toppings cost extra and the flavor gets a bit boring after a while. Glad I went but wouldn’t return.

Review №28

2023-02-04 05:27:36

Insanely cracked S tier noodles and flavor. Definitely get the highest spice it’s not that painful at all, it just has incredible flavor. Takoyaki also 10/10 best I’ve had on this of LA

Review №29

2022-01-14 04:42:53

Really good ramen, Ive ordered delivery from here a few times and its still really good. Finally went and fined in and the food was just that much better. Would come again. Word of advice if you cant handle spice is you should probably do a 1 even if you think you can handle a 2.

Review №30

2021-04-16 01:52:55

Very good! Lady with the light hair, I didnt get her name but she was fantastic. Explained everything! I got the large Downtown with the recommended spice of 3 and 3. For spicy food lovers, I suggest go a bit higher. Wasnt as spicy as I thought but still excellent. If you love noodles go large! Fried chicken is juicy and on point!

Review №31

2022-07-02 18:40:11

Shockingly delicious!! Was pleasantly surprised with the explosion of flavor here. I tried the Tokyo Style without soup (less liquid to save room for ice cream😂) and it was still filling. There is usually a wait but we got seated quickly. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. I am from out of town but definitely will be coming back here each trip!

Review №32

2023-04-16 19:11:06

Really great that you can choose your spice. The ramen was good. Only giving it 4 because they only have peanut butter based creamy broth for vegetarians. Ambience was awesome. Expect long lines.

Review №33

2022-05-13 19:10:21

One of the classic ways to tell if a restaurant is worth going? Look at the waitlist, is it a long one? 😶‍🌫️ If it is then, BINGO! This restaurant is no exception. The wait was worth it. 😋 Why is the restaurant called Killer Noodle? It probably has to do with how spicy their ramen can get.Lets talk about the food. Killer Noodles menu is special, they have your typical broth ramen and then there are the dry ones (which I prefer since you can get broth ramen pretty much anywhere else). We ordered both Tokyo and Downtown ramen, fried chicken and also pork buns. For the ramen, I thought the sauce were savory. Not too salty, ramen texture was spot on (more on the hard side, but I love it). The only downside to their ramen is how little meat they give you (they are almost non-existent to be honest), which was the reason for us in getting the fried chicken. I mentioned earlier that their food can get really spicy, I consider myself average when it comes to spice level and I think level 3 would be a level where its spicy enough to enjoy the food, any higher and I would be pulling those napkins from the tissue box like someone who is watching a tragic show. 🥵 Finally, the pork buns were a blast! If you are allowed to eat pork, then I urge you to try them!Food aside, considering how busy the restaurant was, their customer service was top-notch! Restrooms are clean and restaurants ambience was spot-on! 👌Japanese really know how to make great ramen! 🍜 I would recommend this restaurant 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Review №34

2020-03-15 21:01:42

First time at Killer Noodle and it was delicious.Started with the pork belly in a bun followed by the Tokyo Style with soup at a level 3/3. Also paired the meal with some cold sake. Food was delicious and the service was great as well.I might get more adventurous with a future visit and try a 4/4 but not sure I’d go much beyond.

Review №35

2022-03-31 14:04:17

The ramen is great, especially with an addition of a poached egg. The ramen style is different than what I’ve had at most ramen shops. They use interesting additions such as peanuts and Szechuan peppercorns. The interior is simple and pretty. The staff is great, but I think they’re understaffed a bit. Every server was hustling, yet they did take a while to come back around.

Review №36

2022-08-02 08:00:26

I got the Tokyo style with broth, spicy level 2 with chashu and egg. I also got their pork gyoza which you could absolutely share with someone. My boyfriend is vegetarian and he got the downtown style, the restaurant can make it vegetarian. Enjoyed this place.

Review №37

2022-08-14 22:11:58

With the option of adjusting your spice and Szechuan numbess to your own tolerance, its a great place for everyone. I preferred the Tokyo style, but the other had quite an enjoyable zesty kick I did not expect. Im a spice hound and had no trouble with a 4-4.

Review №38

2023-08-29 18:48:47

The noodles are so savory!They have three styles:Tokyo: creamy with peaunutDowntown: tangy and chillyOriginal: clear broth with tofuAll of them are so savory! You could even choose with soup or without soup.We love this place!Unfortunately they seem to in need of more people in pack hours.

Review №39

2023-09-09 06:11:50

Start to finish amazing meal. The gyoza were gigantic and the pan fried skin was crisp and soft and a bit chewy with delicious fatty filling. Wanted to fight for the last one with my table mates.Takoyaki were perfect. Hot, light and fluffy with really good flavor.Main course- I got a regular Tokyo style without soup and loved it. 3 star numbness and 2 star spice level. I may go 4 and 3 level next time and I’ll definitely get a large just for myself. The noodles had perfect chew. Absolutely wonderful. Great patio meal and service was helpful as well.

Review №40

2022-10-19 22:10:20

Killer Noodle Tsujita is one of several ramen places on Sawtelle, and a unique one at that.Their most popular ramen dishes are heavily peanut or vinegar based. The one I tried, the Tokyo Style with soup, had a strong peanut butter flavor which unfortunately overpowered the pork & chicken broth. Towards the end of the bowl I felt like I was eating a jar of Skippy.What did help the flavor though was the spice and numbness levels that range from 1 - 6, 6 being the most spicy/ numbing. I chose level 5 spice and level 4 numbness as I didn’t know was to expect and didn’t want them to overpower the other flavors. That said, it honestly wasn’t that spicy if you have a decent spice tolerance. Overall, I’d rank my Ramen a 3/5.The chicken Karaage was easily my favorite part of the meal. The chicken was juicy with a slightly crisp batter. The honey mustard sauce combined excellently with it.To wrap this up, I was disappointed in the ramen. A good ramen melds it’s ingredients to create a rich umami flavor. This one felt too imbalanced. I’m giving Killer Noodle 3 stars for now, but I’m willing to give this place another chance. I will update my review when I do.

Review №41

2022-11-27 00:42:26

If you like spicy food, then this ramen place will reward your taste buds. The server was very accommodating as well to help us change from soup to dry Tokyo.

Review №42

2022-03-11 21:22:54

Amazing! Best Ramen I have ever had. Sooo flavorful and the noodles were so fresh! Ask for the special beer that they have that pairs with the noodles (not on menu). The waiter Jordan was nice and gave me recommendations for my stay in LA! I got the Downtown style noodles with broth. Not too much peanut flavor but still enough to enjoy. I like medium spice when I eat and a 2 was good for me so be careful if you are sensitive to spice start at a 1.

Review №43

2022-05-02 00:43:32

Nice environment with quick and friendly service. Its usually busy. We were seated within 5 minutres of arriving. The broth is mind blowing. I ordered the Downtown with a spice level 3. The peanut flavor in the broth is Devine! We also order Gyoza, filling is nicely seasoned, it comes in a 5pcs. Will be coming back soon to try more off the menu. If your in the area give Killer Noodle a visit.

Review №44

2023-05-07 23:37:54

Good the Tokyo noodles here with level 3 spicy. It was so good! The broth was full of texture and savory ingredients.

Review №45

2023-06-17 23:38:58

The Tokyo noodle dish Is truly a chefs kiss. My brother introduced me to this wonderful place.

Review №46

2018-07-28 20:09:37

Good noodle place when you want something a bit different than ramen. The original was good with ground pork and tofu. While the original looks less spicy it still packs a good kick; the lemon was a great touch to contrast with the other flavors. The downtown variant had a strong spicy, nutty flavor and was even better than I expected. Only negative was the egg which was just a very soft boiled egg. Overall it was good but Id still prefer ramen most of the time.

Review №47

2023-07-20 03:47:14

GOOD THINGS COME TO THOSE WHO WAITReally, this was fantastic. I’m not a big ramen guy at all, but holy cow this was AWESOME. I got the Tokyo Style (peanut broth) with level 3 heat. It had an excellent balance of nuttiness, spice, and savoriness.The wait took a little while. I stood outside for 5 minutes for a party of just myself and then waited about 20 minutes after ordering, but it was 100% worth the wait. Best ramen I’ve ever had and I’ll be going back for sure. Was fairly priced too!To the people at the restaurant, well done!

Review №48

2022-09-26 17:33:16

The ramen was some of the best we’ve ever had, with the ability to adjust both spice and tongue reaction level. This would have had five stars had it not been for the fact that my daughter’s chicken bowl arrived a full 20 minutes before everybody else’s ramen dishes without explanation.

Review №49

2020-02-22 05:09:59

Oh wow I really like this spot. Tokyo style Ramen was so delicious. Fried chicken was on point. Everything was clean and comfortable and the service was fast and friendly. Prices were on the high side of reasonable and fair. Ill definitely be back.

Review №50

2023-12-09 01:26:18

Sarah, ouŕ waiter, mistreated us from the beginner. I asked for a fork which she never brought. My Macha was brought after my food. I got up to get sugar to the bar, and I told her, thank you for the fork, I finished my meal then, she went to our table and said, she would appreciate no comments from me. Bla, bla, bla...we got into a discussion. She gave a terrible service. If she cannot perform the job, she better gives up her seat. We will be back, but if we see Sarah, we will request another waiter.

Review №51

2021-10-12 00:10:56

Killer noodle is ramen for the spice-lover. They make a robust broth that still tastes good even when your tongue is numbed from the spiciness. I found the pork bun disappointing and I wish they didn’t have the cheap splintery chopsticks, but I would definitely return here and explore the menu some more. Service was quick for lunch.

Review №52

2021-04-22 01:12:13

This is our first time here, so it was fun to explore their menu. we had the pork bao, gyoza and the tokyo style ramen with soup. the menu will show you the description of their ramen and the option for a no-soup ramen. i wanted to try the no soup tokyo style, but since the description said it had peanut butter, i opted for the soup option (which did not say it came with peanut butter). much to my disappointment, tokyo style did have peanut butter, with or without soup. [side question: do all their soups have peanut butter?] i didnt enjoy it much, but my husband did, which was great! i did, however, like the gyoza and pork bun.with regards to their covid safety practices, i noticed that the tables are spread apart, all employees wore mask the whole time and they have qr barcodes for the menu. i saw a couple of tables being cleaned and sprated, but missed the chairs around it; it would be better if they also wiped down/sanitize the chairs.

Review №53

2022-08-25 01:15:14

I would consider this restaurant a more unique noodle experience. I got the Tokyo style with 3 numb and 3 spice, and the flavors blended very well. I didnt expect such a prominent cashew/nut flavor but I liked it.

Review №54

2022-09-29 19:23:58

Great noodle spot from Tsujita! They definitely have the spice and numbness factors dialed in. Great service - and very nice buildout of the space. I went with the Tokyo Style noodles with soup - 3 spice / 3 numbness - and thoroughly enjoyed!

Review №55

2022-10-30 01:45:44

We got the Tokyo Noodles spice and numbness 2. I think I’m already a spice tolerant person and I think if I went any higher than level 2, I would have been very 🥵. The noodles were pretty good but they weren’t anything life changing. Recommend if you are in the area and hungry

Review №56

2021-05-16 03:40:26

Decent wait, reasonable prices delicious food. The food was amazing every option comes with choice of with/without broth. The Downtown style was delicious, had it with a poached egg and spice level 2. I do have to say the spice builds up so be careful, I also got to try the Tokyo style spice level 3 and it was noticeably spicier and very different in taste. Overall the wait was not long and it all came under $15 per person.

Review №57

2022-10-05 01:04:28

A heaping bowl of noodles with the flavor to match. I tried the Tokyo style with added charsiu pork and an egg, and it did not disappoint. Every bite and slurp had so much flavor in it. If you like spice, but still want to enjoy your food, then choose level 3, but that’s just me.The only negative experience I had was leaving my leftovers behind. The absolute worst.If you’re new: get here early and put your name in as the list fills up FAST!

Review №58

2023-08-15 03:55:48

Food was amazing and of course had to have sake! Great service and food is very fresh.

Review №59

2021-11-26 21:23:46

Great taste! We tried the Tokyo style with soup with all combinations (Chicken/Veggie/no peanut sauce). Loved that you can customize the spice level and numbness.

Review №60

2022-04-05 23:27:26

-- 2022 REVIEW: 5/5⭐ --Tried the Downtown style level 5 numbing and spicy. It was actually spicy but not overpowering. So delicious!❤️-- 2018 REVIEW: 4/5⭐ --Tokyo style (spicy level 3) is a lot more peanuty and way less spicy than I expected, whereas the Downtown style is more numbing. The Original (spicy level 3) is surprisingly more spicy than the Tokyo style. Overall I was happy with the food, but probably not great enough for me to visit again.

Review №61

2021-09-11 12:47:01

Earlier this year when @safaduffa and I visited LA we had dinner our friend @Aysha.mushtaq whos doing residency in LA and happens to live in a very Asian part of town.We ended up at @killernoodle_tsujita what appears to be a bit of a noodle empire in this neighborhood with 3 locations on a single street.Killer noodles specializes in the Tan-Tan men or the Japanese take on Dan Dan noodles and I have to say, it was super delicious - lets breakdown why:1. The noodles: if you read about Taujita (the parent company) they take great great pride in the fact that they make homemade artisan noodles, these were firm and had a slight chewy consistency that I love in my noodles2. The sauce: you have the option to get your tan tan noodles with soup but I elected for the dry Tokyo style noodles that have the following ingredients - chili oil, sesame sauce, pickle, cashew and heres where it gets crazy... peanut butter! the combination of all of these are surprisingly amazing, who knew, peanut butter in noodles 🤷🏽‍♂️3. Toppings: on top I got a poached egg and karaage because can you go wrong with eggs and fried chicken? I didnt think soIf youre in LA check out killer noodles and thank you Aysha for taking me to an awesome restaurant with something Ive never tried before!

Review №62

2023-10-07 01:59:29

The original style is great! Very unique spice profile. As someone with a decent spice tolerance 5 was good for me and enjoyable

Review №63

2022-08-18 02:27:30

We came to dinner around 6 o’clock and was met with a line. You sign yourself in, and then get called when a table is ready. About 15 minutes after signing in, we were sat. Immediately we were given drinks, and an opportunity to order. We ordered three ramens Tokyo style, one Tokyo style, no broth and the fried chicken. When our chicken came out, we were missing plates. We had to flag down three different people in order to get plates. Our food then came out, about 10-15 minutes later. We ate to our delight, but it was very peanut heavy. We would say more than pad Thai peanutty. When we had to get our check, get Togo containers, and pay, we sat for 10 or so minutes. It seemed tonight they had people working, but were all over the place. Service was severely inconsistent. Given the other restaurants in the area, I would encourage to scope out some other sights.

Review №64

2019-02-16 07:57:53

Great flavor and super tender charsiu! Got the Tokyo style large with charsiu level 3. It was manageable spice level but still numbing and repercussions were seen later that night. My friend got the og noodle soup and it was really good too. Will try soup versions of the dandan noodles next time.update 2/15/19: for the og ramen with soup and charsiu. charsiu has way too much fat and too little slices for $5. skip the charsiu here but ramen is bomb

Review №65

2021-09-13 04:25:03

Finally tried killer noodle the other day and maybe it’s just me but I feel like the first try set me up for my second. Maybe.We came here and it was quite busy but I knew I just wanted to try their Dan Dan noodle soup so I got a regular of the Tokyo style while my friend got the fried chicken bowl. This is where I went wrong. Our waiter came over and asked my spiciness level. I showed too much nervousness. I showed WEAKNESS! Needless to say I somehow managed to let them convince me that their regular would be far too spicy for me so I got the 2/2 as someone who legitimately enjoys spice. I got my soup and ended up asking for a side of every kind of spice seasoning they had, dumping them all in, and just barely getting a kick. Good soup though. Also, fried chicken bowl was pretty solid. I suppose next time I’ll come back and start at the 4 🤷🏽‍♀️

Review №66

2018-07-20 22:53:48

OK, seriously, the most innovative Ramen shop on the street. The complexity of separating numbness peppers and spicy peppers is genius, my personal favorite is Tokyo style no soup, I know it’s gonna sound funny but it almost taste like the proper combination of a vodka sauce Italian pasta and the bold spices of Japanese soup, I highly recommend this place.

Review №67

2023-06-30 01:08:25

The main reason why I came to L.A. was to try their spicy noodles because I love spicy and I love noodles; I also love salty and strong flavors, and this place did not disappoint. I absolutely love their noodles! Ive tried their Tokyo and Downtown style, the hottest level (Level 6) they have, and it wasnt that spicy. BUT, they were still really good, so I have no complaint! I came again two days later to try their spiciest noodle, the Gokakyu Ramen (Level 20), and it was definitely a lot spicier, though its still not as spicy as I imagined it to be. Lots of chili oil and spice, and flavors are good too! To give you guys an idea of what IS spicy to me, the Korean spicy noodles 2X. So the Gokakyu Ramen was not as spicy as that, but still really good. I will definitely come here again every time I come to L.A.

Review №68

2019-12-04 19:03:09

Came late on a Tuesday evening and had no wait to be seated. Ordered the killer fried chicken and Tokyo style with no soup. The food was out quickly and I definitely appreciated the ability to select both numbingness and spiciness levels. Good chew on the noodles and the peanut butter did not overwhelm but was a nice addition.

Review №69

2020-09-05 21:44:08

Everything was delicious! We also got our food quickly because the menu is so small. There arent too many outdoor tables available, so come by early if you want a seat!

Review №70

2023-08-27 22:24:36

Delicious and flavorful food. Large portions for the price. Staff were quick and helpful.

Review №71

2023-09-17 06:32:14

Went because of the Michelin bib and was not disappointed. Got the Tokyo style no soup 4/4 and was amazing. Also got the karaage and was surprised how much you get for such a low price.

Review №72

2022-04-25 02:34:23

I started coming here when it first opened and its been consistently delicious every time! I generally prefer the no-soup ones because it comes with the thick noodles (soup version comes with something more like ramen noodles) and also rice at the end to eat with your remaining sauce!- Tokyo (5/5): When I first had it I wasnt a huge fan, but this has definitely grown on me. 3-3 for the spice levels actually isnt too bad if youre used to Asian-style spiciness- Original (5/5): This is the one I get every time! I got it with 1-1 spice levels when Killer Noodle first opened and I remember I was crying (I feel like they mightve still been adjusting their spice levels then?) and so because of that I usually get 0-0. Still havent been brave enough to try 1-1 again

Review №73

2022-01-25 22:08:04

Absolutely Delicious 🧡Service is quick, food is testy...Ill say its a different kind of ramen! One of unforgettable..

Review №74

2019-11-03 03:46:09

Update.. (11/2019):Its been a long time since I have been back, but they now do to-go and do take credit/debt cards.Orginal review:First, make sure to bring cash as this place is cash only.I wasnt expecting much when I visited Killer Noodles. I was looking for a location that serves Japanese style Tan Tan (or Dan Dan) noodles and this place always shows up in my searches. I always decided against it due to the parking situation in that part of town, but they actually have their own parking lot. So thats definitely a plus. As for my meal, I ordered the dry Tokyo style soup base at a spicy and numbness level of 3 with a poached egg. The poached egg definitely added to the experience as the runny yolk gave the dish the creamy texture that I needed. The noodles were chewy and the soup was very good and slightly spicy at level 3. It was definitely one of the best Japanese style tan tan ramen. I will come back again and order a large as I still wanted more even though I was full.Do note, they do not do take out. I tired asking, but no luck.

Review №75

2018-09-18 15:39:26

Perfect spicy food!! That was so delicious and so spicy, I chose level 5(you can choose spicy level 1 to 6) of Tokyo one.Tokyo one has a lot of taste, Downtown one is more simple taste and smooth.

Review №76

2023-01-22 23:47:45

Ramen was very good. They have lots of options to add spiciness and numbness to the dishes, but I have a very low spice tolerance so mine was plain.

Review №77

2021-08-22 05:14:09

I really love the food here. Theres a very small menu with only 3 types of ramen, but you have the ability to customize each bowl to your liking. My order was a Tokyo Style Ramen with no soup, 2 spice and numbnes level. It was mild spice and I loved it. The noodles have a peanut butter sauce on them, which seemed like a more modern take on ramen. I loved it.

Review №78

2019-05-13 05:11:33

Very unique ramen spot that was tasty! I got a standard (3) spiciness and numbness level and probably shouldve stuck with a 1 or 2 for my first time trying. The numbness aspect was interesting but a but overwhelming at first.

Review №79

2022-02-01 20:33:31

This is the Tokyo no soup level 4 spice level 3 numb and its one of the worst noodles Ive ever ordered. I called about it as I believe I may have received the wrong order. However, they just stated that theres nothing they can do about it. I had such high expectations after watching reviews online from the Try Guys and I am completely disappointed that this was the one Dish I wanted to try when visiting LA.

Review №80

2018-01-25 05:10:54

The food was okay, but for just noodles, it was a bit pricey. The broth was way too salty, and it made me so thirsty afterwards. The only claim to fame here is the hot spiciness, which the name killer is derived from. I was not impressed. Frankly, I thought Santouka Ramen down the street in Mitsuwa Market food court was much more superior. I tried Tokyo Ramen and The Original Ramen. Tokyo Ramen was a tid bit more flavorful. But again, the broth was darn too salty! I also ordered a side of charsui, and it was too dry and fatty. Im not impressed.

Review №81

2021-07-10 14:37:23

First time for me eating at a noodle spot. The fried chicken bowl and pork gyoza was absolutely delicious as was the Yakiniku salad. The overall experience was good until the restaurant next door brought down their dumpsters and sat them right next to where we were sitting outside. So if you go late dont sit outside at the street tables.. Youll be smelling trash!

Review №82

2023-09-16 20:42:30

THE WORST SERVICE!!!! We sat at the bar for 40 minutes, and despite getting their attention, no one will take our order. And then, when I let them know, the server snapped at me and started yelling. This is not the way to treat customers. Also, I noticed how a few white people walked in and they were served and seated at the table and even given the food in time. We came 15 minutes before and we were not served even after the 40 minutes. Whole lotta discrimination right there!!! And when the food comes in because we asked, she just smashed it onto the table and walked away. Very very poor service!!! I don’t know what training the management gives to the servers but a server yelling at the customer just doesn’t look good. Plus, claiming that they are shortstaffed, yet they were able to serve the white customers, that becomes a lie! Very ugly service!! And the fact that this female server didn’t have the courtesy to apologize and just kept yelling and kept speaking over my voice!!

Review №83

2021-04-16 03:12:10

Amazing flavors and delicious ramen! The waiters were all really friendly and there was plenty of space for lunch (midweek). Space outside and inside. Great for the price too!

Review №84

2023-11-13 03:48:54

Ordered my food online and went to pick it up at the scheduled time. I was then told their internet was down so the order never came in but it would only be like 10 minutes. 30 minutes later still nothing and I had to leave. Couldnt even get a refund so I had to do that through my bank.

Review №85

2021-11-29 00:43:52

We love this ramen place and this is a regular place we visit. The best ramen in town. They have 2 different styles - Downtown and Tokyo(creamy), both with or without soup opinion (soup option is the best), 6 levels of spice and numbness. It is a linear scale and level 3 for both is ideal. My personal recommendation is Tokyo style with soup and 3,3 spice and numbness.

Review №86

2023-01-15 10:25:52

Amazing fried chicken, but the noodles were pretty meh. Mediocre texture, and not much in the way of toppings.

Review №87

2021-12-02 04:41:53

Essentially a one-dish restaurant, Tsujitas take on dan dan noodle. When your one dish is the greatest in the world, why mess around. First place Im heading for when the crisis ends. I love the Downtown style. Dont be foolish and head north of spice level 3, though. God bless Tsujita!

Review №88

2023-09-13 01:33:54

Delicious raman, great service.The spicy level is accurate. We had level 4/6 and it was sufficiently spicy.Would definitely eat again

Review №89

2019-07-10 06:22:27

Incredibly savory and delicious ramen that is unlike most ramen. The Tokyo style Dan Dan Noodles with the spicy level kicked up a notch to 4 (3 being the middle recommendation) was such a slurpilicious treat!

Review №90

2023-01-16 00:09:42

Absolutely love it here, the workers are incredibly kind and efficient and the food is mindblowing. Its become a tradition to come here whenever a hankering for spice and/or ramen arises!

Review №91

2023-04-16 00:47:07

Love this place. Ive definitely made the drive from South Bay a couple of times just to grab a regular bowl of their Tokyo style, no soup, level 3 spice noodles with a cold beer. One does have to flag down someone to get service since it can get pretty busy, but the staff has thus far been very courteous. Parking can be a little challenging on Sawtelle, but just try parking on the parallel residential streets. Also, make sure youre not waiting idly without having jotted your name down on their wait list.

Review №92

2018-12-24 10:05:50

Awesome Noodle place. The spice levels were really good alongside the numbness level. I ended up getting a 3-3 and feel like I should have gone 4-4 as the spicyness wasnt too overwhelming.The broth here reminds me of Dan Dan noodles from like Chinese Noodle bars Ive had. The peanut flavor here is sooooooooooo good.Would come again.

Review №93

2023-09-12 15:58:53

Now I want to move to Sawtelle because of this restaurant. Too good.

Review №94

2018-01-09 22:00:41

Pretty heavy without soup. I would bring down the numbness and up the spice. 4 by 4 is tolerable. If you like flaming hot Cheetos and up a notch on spice. 4 by 4 is good.Servers are quick and friendly.Love the interior.

Review №95

2020-01-10 20:17:26

One of the best places to get a real spicy ramen bowl. I got the downtown Tokyo large, I love heat & this place delivers. I’ve been to many ramen shops in LA & they don’t really dish out the heat like this place. The decor is really nice & probably the best out of all the shops on sawtelle Blvd,For heat I recommend4 heat & 2 numbness

Review №96

2023-11-11 04:23:17

Highly recommend the tokyo style dry

Review №97

2022-06-15 04:14:38

My son and i waited an hour and a half and went to the bathroom. When they called our name without hesitation they skipped us. When we returned i asked the manager (attached below) if she could seat us? she put us at the bottom of the massive waitlist and sent us outside. After 30 minutes of waiting we asked when we can be seated (there were many open seats) she said she refused service and we should leave. it was now 930 and my kid was hungry. this is a terrible restaurant and no one should ever given them your money!!!Do not eat here unless you want rude staff

Review №98

2023-03-15 16:44:02

THE GYOZA!!! Those are a must have - and the spice ramen also spectacular. Go early because there can be a bit of a wait but it’s worth it!

Review №99

2023-06-10 01:50:00

I always order the downtown with soup and it never disappoints!If you get there before 6PM, you will be served fairly quick however be aware it gets really busy after, but worth the wait in my opinion.

Review №100

2023-06-24 00:59:25

It pains me to do this but I think the people need to know. Killer noodle is one of my favorite spots in LA but how they’ve handled the failure of my order with Uber eats is not ok.I got delivery 2 weeks ago, ramen and some gyoza and it arrived with just the ramen. Receipt said gyoza was sold out and “sorry”. No one attempted to contact me to ask if I wanted a replacement or to give me a refund.Uber was not helpful so I went to the store and they didn’t do anything besides contact Uber.What I’m stuck with is a $50 bowl of ramen. No offer to make good, no real caring about how to make it up to me.I’ve been a loyal customer for 4+ years and no one seems to care at all about my experience.Id avoid delivery from KN because this isn’t the first time I’ve had issues but straight up expecting me to pay for something that didn’t show up is insane.I should add that the manager Isabel gave me her contact info and while she was initially responsive she has since blocked my number. They don’t care about providing good service or retaining customers. Such a shame

Review №101

2023-05-05 10:19:09

Out-of the other tsujitas, this was my least favorite. Taste is good but for the price to portion size ratio, its not that great. Would rather spend my money on the sister stores. However, concept of the new menu and the store interior was interesting.

Review №102

2023-05-11 19:42:27

I have the Tokyo style soul level 3. The noodle is chewy and the texture is just right while the broth is extra rich and as you can see on the menu it contains lots of ingredients (almost too rich). However the soup is on the sweet side and I can taste the sweetness, which shouldn’t be the case for ramen, any ramen. I don’t know if this is a more Americanized ramen spot in the area, it is definitely not my cup of tea. All in all, broth is too rich and flavor is too sweet. Also service is minimum and unorganized.

Review №103

2022-07-12 05:38:55

It was good, i thought the portions were a little small but taste was good. also if you get an egg add on you get an in shell softboiled egg, not what i was expecting

Review №104

2023-06-25 21:31:22

Meh at best and definitely not worth the price. It was basically tasteless & whatever taste it had was vile enough I almost needed to force myself to eat. Super sad to feel this way as this place came highly recommended.

Review №105

2017-11-18 20:04:21

Noodles are on point and the flavors are bold. Only issue I have is with how expensive it can get when you start adding toppings. I will still choose the OG Tsujita over them. FYI a level 2 is probably on par with Shin Ramen.

Review №106

2017-11-18 21:24:10

Very fragrant. Smells like peanuts and sesame. Extremely long way but if u like spicy it’s worth it. Level 3 is perfect for beginners. Spicy enough to be flavorful. Numbness comes later into the dish but very mildly.

Review №107

2023-01-03 00:02:47

Very yummy and large portion. Spice is just right. Add pork!

Review №108

2020-03-16 03:30:08

Noodle restaurant with customizable levels of spiciness on Sawtelle. I got the regular size which left me stuffed afterwards. You’re able to customize your spiciness level from a scale of 1-6, which 3 being their standard level. I got the 3 for spiciness level, and found it wanting. It was not spicy at all, and I’d consider myself to have a normal tolerance to spice. I would try a 4 or 5 next time. Their two main types are Tokyo-style and Downtown-style. Both have a a nutty undertone in the broth (the cashews are a nice touch) but the Downtown style has vinegar to add some acidity for contrast. I didn’t add any of the sides like an egg or chasu pork, and I didn’t think that detracted from the meal. I like how there’s a water pitcher right at the table so you can serve yourself. They do take credit cards and will let you split the bill. Gender neutral bathrooms are available. There’s no free WiFi and it’s metered street parking along Sawtelle. Overall it’s a good spot to eat on a cold or rainy day.

Review №109

2020-01-04 06:23:20

The food is great! I love their Tokyo Style without soup! Make sure to ask for rice when you are done with your noodles so you can have the rest of the mixed with rice. Just a heads up about their service! Sometimes they are busy and they don’t have enough staff and you may experience long wait... Also, there is a free parking behind the restaurant, make sure to park there instead of parking in the street and pay.

Review №110

2018-02-26 05:13:30

If you like spicy ramen and dan dan noodles then this is your temple. From the same people behind Tsujita (aka best ramen in LA imo) comes some of the spiciest most delicious noodles around. You can adjust the heat in very specific ways or if you must, make them not spicy at all. Delicious and around 11$ a bowl depending on what options you want.

Review №111

2022-08-07 20:09:45

Don’t get fooled by the reviews and the lineup in front of the restaurant. I simply can say, my daughter and I both got sick afterward!

Review №112

2021-11-06 04:07:06

The taste is okay, like 3.5 star to me, but definitely not a 5 star ramen. Since the review is a bit too hype right now, I’m ganna give a 3 star.

Review №113

2023-04-24 03:16:01

I hate to give this place less than 5 stars because the food was really quite good. However, there were a few major issues. The first being that waiting for service from the order first being taken, to receiving food, and even receiving the check was an extremely long wait. They also mixed up my meal with my partners and gave me their dish. To top that the dish had meat on it and was supposed to be vegetarian. Because of this we could not switch and decided to not have it remade because of how long it took to even receive those dishes to begin with. Would be willing to try again but not anytime soon.

Review №114

2021-10-28 05:29:00

Vegetarian-friendly! In addition to the Vege Ramen, the Tokyo Style (sesame/creamy) and Downtown Style (vinegar/tangy) ramen can be made vegetarian! First time I had the Downtown Style, standard level 3, with soup — not really spicy, more numbing. Then I tried the Tokyo Style, level 4, with soup and its so much more spicy 🥵. Delicious but Ill stick to level 3 next time so I can enjoy the flavor more; didnt think the jump from 3 to 4 would be that great.Parking can be tough to find along Sawtelle during dinner. There is parking behind the restaurant but its valet with tandem spots. 1.5 hrs with validation, $10 flat beyond that. Go one street over and youll have better luck if you dont mind walking a block or so.

Review №115

2021-06-28 06:58:42

If you cant handle spice, just get 0/0. All of the styles are very yummy and noodles are also killer. 😂

Review №116

2019-02-10 04:52:00

Very delicious tantan noodles. Dont let the name scare you off, the spiciness can be scaled all the way back from non existent to atomic hot.

Review №117

2019-06-01 04:04:43

For starters... RAMEN IS TO SLURP! Youre supposed to slurp. So dont judge us folks that eat ramen properly by slurping.My favorite is the Downtown Style w/ soup. This style of ramen is very similar to a popular place in Tokyo. Spicy and numbing with a thick broth.And Killer Noodle does it quite well.But I dont think this style seems to be for everyone.Its a different style from the other Tsujita locations. So apples to oranges.The staff is kind and attentive. Although, the only down side is that the quality teeters a bit when it gets busy.

Review №118

2019-09-13 23:17:10

Noodle was completely fine. However we waited one hour inside for the dishes. They said without soup is harder to make. But man, one hour, really?

Review №119

2021-10-26 10:40:36

The Tokyo style bowl with garlic hit the spot tonight. So many flavors, it’s delicious.

Review №120

2017-11-20 17:37:11

I got the Original with Dan Dan noodles and 0 spice - so I could savor the broth. Its thick and really tasty. The noodles were perfectly al dente. There was tofu and the ground pork esp added more texture. I got a side of delicious Char Siu - not the red kind from Hawaii. Overall - a great place, nice vibe and I gotta hit it up again esp after the get beer/wine license in place

Review №121

2021-05-18 03:08:40

Best idea that someone could have! Ramen + Szechuan style noodle 🍜 Definitely coming back!

Review №122

2022-03-22 02:33:21

First time here, waiter was kind of dry on his guest service but it was tolerable, I had the chicken noodle and my companion had the Tokio style one and both were exquisite, make sure to scan the menu with your phone and decide what you want in advance...recommended 💯 %

Review №123

2023-09-16 23:11:12

Get the soup version of your noodle choice. Helps fulfill you 8 glasses a day of H2O consumption.

Review №124

2020-11-01 00:14:05

Great service, though the spice level did not meet my sons expectations. He ordered a 5 level and will order a 6 level next time? But we both loved the noodles, food and service. 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Review №125

2023-09-16 01:52:04

Waited for 20 minutes for an order that they said was ready for pickup only for the order to be wrong. Had to drive all the way back to the restaurant to wait even more for them to fix the order they screwed up.

Review №126

2023-03-04 19:14:32

Having been to all three Tsujitas in the square, Killer Noodle is my favorite. Tokyo style with the peanut butter and sesame broth is fantastic, and the Szechuan peppercorn adds an awesome layer of tasty with heat (adjustable spice levels based on your preference). Highly recommend if youre in the area!

Review №127

2023-10-14 02:01:14

Lvl 4 spicy wasnt enough. But ramen was really good.

Review №128

2023-02-09 15:49:04

Had the original with recommended spicy and numbness levels. Tasted fine but not sure I would call this ramen. Go to any Chinese restaurant and you can get this dish for cheaper by pouring hot water over your Mapo Tofu and adding noodles. Voila! You’re welcome.

Review №129

2023-01-20 19:56:34

For all the spice lovers out there, this is a must go! Best vegetarian ramen I’ve had in the country!

Review №130

2019-11-28 02:41:48

Ramen has a good taste but the aftertaste was painful... Like microwaving your mouth. Cannot really describe it. Wouldnt come back

Review №131

2020-02-08 18:26:41

Killer Noodle is my absolute favorite ramen shop, hands down. My roommate and I are always saying how we should explore more of Sawtelle and try different restaurants, but we always (literally always) end up at Killer.I always get the Tokyo (with soup!!) at level 4 spicy and level 6 numbness. Some may call me crazy but the numbness is just cherry on top to a delicious bowl of sesame, peanut buttery goodness. The Downtown is also good if you prefer a more vinegar based broth.The reason for my 4 stars is due to the inconsistency of spicy, numbness and soup levels of the ramen which only began after one of the store managers left. I had to post a photo of him because how cute is he?? Maybe half the reason for why I ate here so often is because of this cutie on the wall, but still.. level 4 is not always a level 4 and sometimes my ramen with soup looks like ramen withOUT soup. Other than this inconsistency, I LOVE Killer Noodle and I will forever miss staring at my boo as I enjoy my bowl of killer ramen.

Review №132

2022-08-25 23:32:18

Went with a large group and everyone enjoyed their meal. I heard it was an excellent Japanese noodle shop but I have had better. I ordered the Vegi Ramen and while the noodles were excellent, great taste, texture and firmness, the veggies were pretty much non-existent. Just a couple shreds of cabbage.

Review №133

2022-05-14 04:03:44

Wonderful Tokyo style soup with noodles. Level 3 not too hot. Level 6...better be ready. Level 20... Tasty but OMG.

Review №134

2022-11-13 03:20:14

The Tokyo-style Ramen are pretty average. We had one with spciyness level 3 and one with 0. The one with 0 tastes very nutty but the soup itself is not that amazing. The spicy one had some serious spice (for us) but that just hides the average-ness of the soup. Service was very friendly and accommodating.

Review №135

2023-03-21 00:57:28

Fried chicken was the highlight of the meal. Everything else just fell short. Cucumber salad was bland. Mapo rice bowl was also bland. Ramen was meh at best. I wish it was better. Everything was presented well just sadly, the flavors arent there.

Review №136

2023-05-13 17:27:39

I had the ramen with broth which was very good - rich and creamy flavor from the peanut butter combined with tangy and spicy seasonings. Highly recommended.

Review №137

2018-10-24 14:34:20

Wonderful dandan men which really reminded me of Japan. I picked Tokyo style and highly recommended. spicy level 3 is good to start with.

Review №138

2017-11-20 10:44:25

Extremely spicy ramen if you can handle it. Very tasty

Review №139

2023-10-05 04:03:40

Truly killer noodles!! Gets very busy. Can feel like staff are rushing you out.

Review №140

2018-06-16 01:22:45

Love the vegeterian Tokyo Style dandan noodles with soup, Its heaven sent!! 😋I come here twice a month or so only for this!

Review №141

2023-06-08 15:34:41

Simple atmosphere. Noodles are spicy as hell. Enjoy and dont touch your eyes.

Review №142

2022-10-30 22:46:34

The downtown ramen 3/3 was spicy for me, and Im a Mexican that loves spicy food. Delicious and had me sweating lol. The fried chicken also hit the spot perfectly, not too greasy and the sauces smooth. Recommend the ginger sauce. The desert, idk what its called, but it caps the meal perfectly since its not too sweet. This place is perfect for lunch!

Review №143

2023-07-29 00:10:41

Incredibly average. Go across the road to the udon is better. Visited as a tourist

Review №144

2023-03-10 21:35:25

I found this place on Yelp. I was in the Sawtelle area and thought this place looked good. I tried the downtown style and Tokyo style (both with level 3 spice) and a spicy pork bun. The noodles were good, I also ordered a poached egg and pork as toppings. The pork was delicious.

Review №145

2022-03-09 06:31:20

We ordered for Togo. One lady walked in at 930 p.m., and we ordered at 9 pm. They gave her the order first. Also, they forgot the utensils. We are staying in a hotel, so we went downstairs for folk and spoons.. Also, foods are salty without nice flavor. The two noodles were supposed to me the same, but we got different noodles; one was thick, and one was thin. I think they too rush on our foods. We ordered 1 hour before they closed, tho.. shasu taste really old. We ordered here because many people were eating, but I definitely do not recommend..

Review №146

2023-03-20 02:16:47

They served undercooked fried chicken that made me sick from a few bites. Their peanut based ramen tastes like bland peanut butter with noodles. The other two tsujita options on the street are much better

Review №147

2023-01-24 17:08:43

I put bill as of 64( include tips) and today get charged of 64.22? Even it is only .22 I feel very uncomfortable of the dishonest. Also, the service we got was not good. There is no outside food allowed sign. We had a small portion of outside food and the waitress came said “no outside food” then left. Didn’t feel any polite from her.

Review №148

2023-07-04 02:04:04

Nice little place, created by notorious psychopath noodle man Takehara Tsujita. Puts the men in raw men. Thank you

Review №149

2022-01-17 22:03:31

First time coming to this spot after a friend recommended it. I ordered the Downtown and it was delicious. The broth was savory. You can taste the peanut; so good. On the side with some geyoza was equally delicious. Definitely recommend this place and will be heading back for more.

Review №150

2022-03-08 03:07:57

I heard about this place from a co worker. I was surprised at how spicy the standard spice is. Honestly my lip is tingling . I got the veggie ramen. They gave me the spices on the side. I was so anxious and didn’t brace myself. I would come again but I don’t think I would get the spicy haha! The broth of the veggie is really tasty and garlicky (which I love) without it. Would definitely bring a friend.

Review №151

2023-11-08 00:14:37

Not a pleasant experience, waited so long to get my food delivered to me and then I realized they charged me extra

Review №152

2022-08-23 01:42:28

The noodles were cooked perfectly with a nice, satisfying chew. The broth is tasty. I somewhat wish there were more toppings, as most of the meal is noodles and broth with just a few sparse scallions, ground meat, and bean sprouts to add variety.

Review №153

2019-03-23 23:21:46

Very special noodles here. Had a different taste than usual ramen shops. Gotta try

Review №154

2022-12-05 16:23:11

The food is really tasty. I love the noodles and fried chicken in this restaurant. When you come here during the weekend, be prepared to wait for a bit longer time since this restaurant is sooo popular and lots of people are waiting in line.

Review №155

2021-12-07 06:09:11

The food is soo good! I got the No soup Tokyo style without pork and It was DELICIOUS!! There is usually some sort of wait but its understandable since their food is pretty good. the only reason I gave 4 out of 5 stars was due to a bad service once ( people that came after my table of 2 got served before us and people around felt so bad and had to track down our server for us) that kinda tainted my experience.

Review №156

2023-02-15 04:27:24

This place is killer. The fried chicken karange with honey mustard was excellent. Had the Tokyo without soup. They will adjust the spiciness.

Review №157

2021-10-15 19:39:07

I Tried Original and Tokyo. Both are good but I did prefer the Original with soup. Spice is nice but the pepper can be overwhelming at a 6. Strongly recommend having a lower numbness so you can enjoy more flavor. Noodles were just right, its worth a go.

Review №158

2023-08-29 08:28:47

Good food, ended my taste buds. Would go again though since I like pain.

Review №159

2022-01-13 03:49:05

It was way too spicy. I ordered Tokyo style with spice level 4 out of 6 and it was not edible. They advertise 3 as the standard! Even after adding extra broth it still wasn’t edible. My friends and I all tried it…Although I was very friendly explaining the situation they didn’t offer me a new one (only buying an extra one). Very sad to see such poor management!

Review №160

2023-04-29 19:33:34

The food here is awful. My friends and I all thought it tasted awful, don’t let the long lines fool you. Overpriced and not yummy, I rarely leave bad reviews but this place deserves it. Bad food, bad prices and bad customer service. They were outright rude to us several times throughout our dinning experience. I will never return to this place.

Review №161

2022-04-20 16:48:45

If you love spicy noodles you have to go to Killer Noodle in Sawtelle! Choose your spice level from 1 to 6! I like to pick number 4 - it is quite spicy but bearable ;). Tokyo Style noodles have a richer broth with peanuts. Downtown style is a bit lighter

Review №162

2021-08-29 20:47:17

One of my favorite ramen place in LA, I love the soup and no soup versions, especially the Tokyo style. The dine-in service was great, but ha ordered take-home several times last year, and sometimes the garnish was smelly (spring onion and cashews).

Review №163

2021-06-18 00:13:38

Ordered their signature Tokyo and downtown ramen. Both of them have way too salty soups and too sweet ground pork. Have 3/3 and 4/4 on spicy and numb level. You can feel the heat the first bite but soon all you have is just sweet and salty flavor..... I really don’t get the hype. Plus we wait for 15 minutes after sitting down to get the undercooked noodle which are too hard to chew 😐

Review №164

2022-06-19 00:25:32

Got a level 4 Tokyo style & it was sooo good the spice level was comparable to buldak spicy noodles but more tasty, I only got one bowl to go because I’ve been wanting to try it although I had a full dinner at in n out so I ate it when I got to my Airbnb and I let my bf & friends try it and they all liked it so much too we regret not ordering more 😅😅!! Service is so so, not bad not the best but for take out it was ok I did have to ask them if my order was ready because it was sitting next to the counter and nobody picked it up for me they should honestly improve on that but I’m not someone who is bothered too much about customer service because I’ll just do a low tip or not tip but if you want better service go somewhere else. Would definitely go here again next time I’m in LA, not really Japanese ramen some kind of mix between Japanese ramen and Chinese Dan Dan noodles which is the perfect mix tbh 🍜 !

Review №165

2018-05-24 17:12:21

Noodles themselves on point! Spices bring the heat. Broth and chashu, nothing special.

Review №166

2021-09-15 15:24:59

Ordered pick up from chow now. Firstly the pickup estimate was for 1 hour later according to the app / e-mail. I waited around until around the time and it was clear that the order was ready far earlier than that (all the food was fairly cold). Waste of my time.Secondly, the dry downtown noodle I ordered came with nothing except a little sauce. Really? I paid 13$ for some uncooked noodles with onions and chili sauce. Absolutely ridiculous. No meat, no peanut butter...nothing. Waste of my money.Thirdly, they charge you 50 cents to cook your noodles. Really? Who does that?The flavors here are actually quite tasty but the business around it is horrendous.Go to any of the other great ramen places on Sawtelle like Tatsu.

Review №167

2021-09-09 19:34:05

Not a traditional ramen place, but good nonetheless! Id be aware of peanut allergies here, as the most popular dishes have peanut butter in them. My sister and I both have severe and moderate peanut allergies, respectively, but we were still able to enjoy our dinner. You can also request the dishes without peanut butter!Service could have been faster, but it seemed like they were understaffed for an unexpectedly busy Wednesday night.

Review №168

2018-01-20 23:31:02

Wow this place is awesome!! I got the Tokyo without soup, but tried my husbands Downtown without soup, and my friends Tokyo broth. All of it was amazing! Using peanut butter as an ingredient was genius. The Tokyo has a wonderful nutty flavor. The Downtown tasted sweeter to me. The broth was very rich. The prickly ash definitely made my tongue tingle! I got level 2 spicy, which was a little spicy and enjoyable. My friend got the level 3 and said its just the spice level where she still can enjoy the flavor. Our other friend got level 4, but has got 5 in the past. He likes things really spicy. It was definitely worth the wait!

Review №169

2022-02-24 04:12:16

Mediocre service, a lack of physical menus, and logistical goofiness does not take away from an outstanding bowl of ramen.Of all the Ramen in Sawtelle, I think this might be among the more unique interpretations of the dish, but its also one of the best. Definitely worth a try.

Review №170

2021-11-25 17:15:43

Highly recommend. Great food, good price for value & amazing flavors. Fried chicken was cooked well with chicken (thighs) still moist. Batter could use a little more seasoning. Medium order was a good app for 4. Noodles cooked perfectly with a chew. You can choose your spice level. Non-spice ppl are good at a 2. Spice lovers should go with at least a 4. Restaurant recommends a 3. Lots of add-ons for addl price. Loved the char Sui, sprouts and soft boiled egg. Broth was a touch salty. Other spices are perfect. $110 for 4 ppl - 4 bowls of noodles, medium fried chicken, sides: 2 sprouts, 3 char Sui, 4 eggs and cilantro. Lots of other menu items to try! Would recommend.

Review №171

2018-08-25 19:23:19

Great Japanese Dan Dan Noodles. Come here if you like spicy foods.

Review №172

2023-05-30 01:13:41

Tried both tokyo and downtown. Prefer downtown but cant go wrong with either. Large portions

Review №173

2019-07-14 05:40:39

First time there and our server was kind enough to explain the levels of spiciness. It was quite busy when we arrived and thankful the waiit wasnt long. We ordered the Tokyo Style Dan Dan Noodle with Soup level 2-2, very flavorful broth with a hint of spice. So good!!

Review №174

2022-09-10 20:19:04

If the food wasnt as good as it was it would be getting a 1 star. The wait staff seemed to be avoiding us after we were seated, making sure not to look in our direction. Had to walk over and ask to be served after about 25 min of waiting.

Review №175

2021-02-18 01:38:45

I couldn’t say exactly what it was, the cashews, the peanut butter, the melty pork, the rich broth, but it all came together into a bowl of deliciousness that I did not want to end.

Review №176

2020-01-25 18:12:10

The tokyo style ramen here is delicious. Also enjoyed the fried chicken (a bit over priced), hot and crispy. The spicy pork buns were also very good. The service was not so good, the waiter lost our order and we didnt end up getting our food for like 40 min. However, we spoke to the manager about 20-30 min after we ordered and she did a go job making it up to us. I think this was a fluke and I would go back.

Review №177

2019-12-18 20:52:45

This is the first review Ive ever written, but this place deserves it. OMG the BEST ramen Ive ever had!!! So flavorful, so tasty, noodles are just the right texture. Service was amazing; she told me about being able to choose how spicy i wanted my dish, and checked back after she delivered my food to ask how I felt the spiciness was. I went on a Wed during lunch and no wait! Seated and served right away.

Review №178

2021-10-08 01:58:47

This ramen is amazing ! They are mixing Japanese flavour with American. The Tokyo and Downtown ramen are the best ones. Plusss... they have happy hour until 7pm ( beer is really cheap during happy hour) . Totally worth it but keep in mind that it is really busy at nights 🌙!

Review №179

2023-08-21 01:55:28

Update - TERRIBLE, terrible service. I have ordered from them THREE recently and they have been incapable of giving me what I’ve asked for even a single time. I’ve spent about $45 (collectively) on items that I ordered and did not receive.There is no phone number to call either (it is listed, but go ahead and try to call it and see what I mean).Truly, the WORST online order experience I have had in LA.

Review №180

2021-12-14 02:49:12

Would love to say I had a positive experience, but unfortunately I didnt even have the pleasure of trying this place. We got to the restaurant and it was pack, but we decided to put our names and wait. I didnt find a problem with that, but once the server called our name for a party of 2 he asked us to wait and when he returned he skip us and began to seat patrons that were there after us. Once that happen I looked at my wife and said screw this restaurant we eneded trying a different restaurant. Hopefully nobody has to deal with this.

Review №181

2022-11-05 02:14:39

Inconsistent spice levels. Make them consistent please. Don’t mind spice but I order a certain spice level and expect it to be consistent — I go every month or so and it always tastes different.

Review №182

2018-07-06 06:28:51

The noodles are so good here. I prefer the no soup options because the noodles are thicker and chewier. I’ve gotten the downtown with and without soup and without soup had the better noodles and also a slight sweetness that was really good.My favorite is hands down the original. I love the lemon that you add on top to give the dish an added freshness. I’m a big fan of tofu as well so this dish is perfect for me. I crave this dish all the time. Their no soup noodles are seriously so good.The only thing I’ve gotten here that I didn’t like was their poached egg. It comes in the shell and you crack it yourself, and it was too runny for me to consider it poached. It was really weird. Even if you put it in the soup and then cover it with noodles to help it cook more, the egg white is still pretty runny.

Review №183

2023-06-06 09:07:02

Everything was okay except for the gyozas but I really recommend this place if you like spicy food 😋 .

Review №184

2021-07-10 09:25:42

This is one of my new favorite places in LA. Unbelievably good ramen, whether you get it with broth (my preference) or not (my partners). The spice level is definitely high, so order accordingly! Still, you cant go wrong with the Tokyo-style ramen!

Review №185

2021-10-17 23:15:26

I enjoyed my ramen here! I got a 5/6 and it was definitely spicy. I could definitely taste the peanut butter in the ramen and I didn’t love it. We also got the gyoza and they were huge but way too oily in my opinion.

Review №186

2022-04-12 15:47:59

There was really nothing special about this ramen, it was good but bland and boring. There is no zanng, almost felt like they were too afraid to make this dish pop to satisfy the local pallet. Fried chicken wasnt good either.

Review №187

2019-03-06 21:31:53

This place probably had the most unique flavor profile I have ever had in noodles. The broth is spicy but the Japanese pickle ash gives a numbing tingling sensation that allows you to continue to eat the spice and taste the flavors with out feeling like you are burning your mouth. Truly a must try place!

Review №188

2021-06-09 03:10:27

The short review: service was mediocre at best and the food was a mix... so wouldnt go again, especially with so many other good options in the area.The long review - part by partThe Good Food part: The chicken ramen and the veggie ramen were both good and the tofu salad was plentiful.The Not So Good Food part: the poached egg is a barely cooked egg in its shell thats cold and plops out of the egg shell in an unappetizing way and is not what was expected when it said poached.The most disappointing part however was the downtown style ramen had a numbing powder option in addition to a spiciness option. I didnt know what level to pick so I just went with normal. The spiciness was fine, but the numbing powder wasnt numbing at all but instead had a very metallic taste that made the food inedible. (Apparently the numbing spice is related to the shezuan pepper, so if you like/dont have problems with Chinese 5 Spice, this wont be an issue for you.)The Mediocre Service: the server was meh initially (like being unhelpful with ordering -- when we were trying to determine if the small bottle of sake had enough oz to fill 3 cups, and they unhelpfully just stood there, or when I wanted a poached egg, maybe they could have mentioned that it comes with one, and did I want 2?)... but what really sealed it as mediocre was, after seeing that I had barely touched the food, the server didnt bother asking how it was and when I mentioned I couldnt eat it, she basically scoffed with a uh OK then.The only good part of the service was when we were leaving, another employee heard me say that I would go get the car for my mom and he showed me where I could park right in front for her, which was really thoughtful.So while there are ways to fix my food order so its edible/not surprising, the service makes it that Id rather go to any of the other places in the area than go back here.

Review №189

2017-10-27 18:39:24

Ordered the Tokyo style with soup and an egg. Amazing. The flavors swirling around in there are top notch. Every bite you take you get a mouthful of amazing crispy crunchy onions and bean sprouts, texture heaven. And the egg added a really nice velvety twist to the soup. I also tasted some broth from the other two places and wow just as amazing, have to come back to try them all!! The staff was also freaking awesome always yelling friendly stuff to the customers, hell yeah!!

Review №190

2021-11-08 04:11:29

Food 4/5Service 4/5Atmosphere 5/5Cost: Fair

Review №191

2023-02-26 07:16:01

Love the Ramen with cashew-nuts and the broth is best!! Super spicy!! Best limited options. Also like the crispy chicken!

Review №192

2021-08-29 02:47:31

Downtown ramen with soup & takoyaki!

Review №193

2021-07-21 16:53:10

Taste is acceptable. you can adjust spice and numbness levels to your liking so obv spice lovers would like this place.however the broth is so thick and lardy that it coats your mouth and throat and stomach lining.i felt so nauseous after that it put me off ramen for over two years.

Review №194

2022-03-08 03:10:28

Awesome noodle place! Flavors were on point and felt so whole. I got 3 numb and 2 spicy which was perfect. Highly recommend the karage as well!

Review №195

2022-06-25 14:27:15

Really flavorful Ramen - they can make it really spicy too!

Review №196

2021-04-20 05:20:46

Its interesting when you literally feel your tongue go numb as you eat their ramen. Not just an expression that its so spicy your tongue went numb but the ingredient they use does make it numb for a few seconds.Nice to have an option to have soup or go dry.Very nice interior design inside with the red and spice theme.Service was great.They dont have parking like most places in Sawtelle. Park where you find one.

Review №197

2019-05-19 07:32:00

We ordered Tokyo style with no soup, with spice level 3. It was more than enough spice level for me and the sauce was very very tasty. They give you plain rice to mix with the sauce that’s left after the ramen which was cool.Also ordered the Downtown style soup spicy level 1, this was another interesting but yet different to the Tokyo. Equally amazing, so I suggest you order any of these two.This was one of the best ramen experiences, it was very flavorsome, spicy and delicious. The name says it all! And.... I’ll be back tomorrow 😅

Review №198

2018-02-19 23:23:26

BRING CASH because you’ll need it for the Best noodles around. Love the Tsujita group of restaurants but these noodles are distinct and amazing. For someone who can’t deal with spice, level 1 was totally doable and might consider level 2 next time. Wife got the vegetarian broth base and said it was the best, most flavorful she’s ever had. Service does take a while, so be prepared to wait.

Review №199

2022-03-06 00:35:55

Great food as always, however there COVID policies could be better. 4 different parties packed in a small corner probably not the best practice. There was a person 3 ft to the left and right of me. We tried opting for patio but it was too windy.