About Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai – Costa Mesa
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my partner said its one of the best shoyu ramen in his life (note that he has never been to japan) i got the green chili shio one really fresh and light i love it! he got the 13 pieces chashu shoyu ramen ahh the kaarage is super juicy and soft as well
Ramen for hangover! KitaKata Ramen BAN NAI has been specializing in the authentic Japanese Ramen over 30 years in Japan and it is an American outpost of the Japanese chain. There are tasty appetizers like pan fried Gyoza, crispy outside, soft & tender inside. This Gyoza is highly recommendable. Noodles have a smooth mouthfeel with a light chew. If you prefer a firmer chewy noodle, you can ask your server at ordering and he can adjust it. The soup has deep taste and is very refreshing. The flavor level of the soup can also be changed. If you prefer a milder (less salty) soup, please let the server know and the kitchen will accomodate it. It's been a few weeks, but it's the one I want to visit to eat again.
My first time having Ramen and I loved it! Look at my pictures as I pointed what I got and I highly recommend it! It was about $40 for 2 people and make sure to sign in using the tablet in front. My girlfriend loves Ramen and she said she would come back as she's pretty special with food! I'll be coming back. The service was pretty good as well! It's a pretty small place and parking can be hard to find but the cars come and go quickly so just find a spot to wait. I got the miso Ramen.
Flavor town. I ordered the cubed chashu bowl and it was probably one of the best Japanese rice bowls I’ve ever had. Chashu bits simmered in a sweet and spicy soy base over a bed of Japanese short grain rice was heavenly. Not to mention, the onsen egg (perfectly cooked) added just the right amount of creaminess to the dish 🤌
Been coming here for years and it is still super high quality. The pork/shoyu broth is delicate and flavorful and their signature wavy noodles have great chew. And I found out they have another location in Fountain Valley with better parking!