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Orange County - Ichitaru Ramen restaurant
7.5

Ichitaru Ramen

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Delightfully unexpected flavors

This isn't your typical ramen joint. Customers rave about Ichitaru Ramen's creative and innovative menu. The unique flavors and textures stand out, and are often hailed as ‘the best ever’, 'perfect’. Despite the undercooked edamame and basic vegetables, the generous and sizeable portions more than make up for it. The best part? It's all great value for money.

  • Great Value

    Great value and fair pricing consistently highlighted across several reviews.

  • Low Quality

    Edamame undercooked, non spices, minimal vegetables, so so noodles.

Top 3 dishes at Ichitaru Ramen

  1. 1

    Garlic Bomb Spicy Miso Ramen 🏆

    Most found the savory, garlicky broth and spice perfectly balanced.

    Garlic Bomb Spicy Miso Ramen dish
  2. 2

    Shacho Ramen

    Rich, fatty broth with ground pork and sesame for a thick consistency.

    Shacho Ramen dish
  3. 3

    Pork Belly Bun

    Pork belly is tender, flavorful, and perfectly complemented by soft buns.

    Pork Belly Bun dish

Vibe: Intimate, cozy hideaway beckons

Good things come in small packages and Ichitaru Ramen is no exception. The ambiance is charmingly quaint and oozes coziness. It's the perfect place to bask in the intimate atmosphere over delicious meals. Candles flicker and tiny fairy lights twinkle, adding a dash of romance to the air. Just don't expect a grand, expansive space; embrace the snug, confined area instead.

  • Great Ambiance

    Cozy atmosphere repeated, highlighting charming and quaint dining experience.

Perks: Friendly staff, challenging parking

Parking at Ichitaru Ramen is fairly decent but the outdoor seating can be a bit nerve-wracking due to the close proximity to traffic. The restaurant's small size is not ideal for large parties but families with kids will enjoy what the place has to offer, with the ramen and pork buns being a huge hit. The staff are friendly and dedicated, enhancing the overall dining experience.

  • Great Service

    Staff was friendly, helpful, knowledgeable about menu, creating great experiences.

  • Okay To Park

    Parking is described as decent; neither excellent nor poor.

  • Bad For Groups

    Small size causes wait times, not suited for large groups, limited seating.