Laki RAMEN — Restaurant in Los Angeles

New Ramen restaurant in town/Mid-Wilshire!

The staff are friendly and primarily Japanese, so you know the foods are authentic. I've been here twice before writing reviews. If you dislike the QR code menu, ask for the paper menu.

Ramen is pretty great, but maybe 8/10, and the meats (either pork not grilled, fried, or marinated), maybe this is authentic style, I guess? Shrimp cocktails are delicious.

The first time, I ordered Spicy Chicken Baitang (Pork Chashu) and added seasoned egg ($2). The broth was a bit salty, 8/10 for the salty level, and I had to pour my water into the ramen bowl (I hope it can reduce the saltiness), and the bamboo was soft and sweet (I like it).

I returned the second time and ordered a Tsukemen (seafood stock soup with cold noodles). First time I was trying this type of ramen. I did not read carefully since I was hungry and was not aware or informed by the staff how to eat correctly. They assumed I knew cuz "I'm Asian." - The staff. I nicely said, "Not all Asians know how to eat Japanese foods, so it'd be great if you ask them if they have tried this before and can show us how to eat Japanese foods properly :)."

Anyway, I poured the separate broth into the bowl of cold noodles, which did not turn out well. I saw another staff ate the same thing during her lunch break and laughed at myself. Now I know :)

Ask for garlic or pepper if you want extra spices because it's not displayed...

Think Blue Bottle meets Ramen Shop - that's the vibe at Laki Ramen, a 6-month-old establishment that's quietly making waves in the LA ramen scene.

Earlier today, I swung by Laki Ramen after seeing a few mentions on Reddit, and let's just say, the reviews were spot on. Opened about 6 months ago, Laki Ramen is slowly but surely making waves in the area for their unique bowls. The ramen is above average, especially when compared with other top-tier ramen shops in Los Angeles.

I got the Chicken Baitang Ramen, which had a delicious and complex broth. The noodles and egg were decent too, but the winner of the bowl was definitely the broth! Second place goes to the slices of pork chashu, which were cooked to near perfection. I am salivating just thinking about this afternoon's delicate bites of meat.

Overall, I'm a fan of Laki Ramen and would come back again. One small nit was that a few tables were left uncleaned, which might have been due to a lunch rush or because I came during an off time. The interior was super clean and modern - a perfect stop for a quick bite. Parking was relatively easy too, which was a huge plus.

Disclaimer: No, they don't serve coffee! The place was just super clean and minimalist, which reminded me of Blue...

Laki Ramen is a small but stylish restaurant located in a mini mall, with a bright and thoughtfully designed interior that feels welcoming and modern. The atmosphere has a refined touch, likely influenced by the female owner-chef, which makes the dining experience feel a little more special. The signature chicken paitan ramen had a rich broth with plenty of chicken umami satisfying, though slightly heavy toward the end. The toppings were soft and moist, adding nice texture, even if not particularly remarkable. I also tried the vegan ramen made with soy milk and mushrooms, which offered a gentle, comforting flavor, a pleasant option for those looking for something lighter. The menu includes side dishes as well, and I was tempted by the matcha tiramisu, though unfortunately I was too full to try it. Overall, it was a good experience with some elegant touches, though not without small shortcomings. A solid place to visit once or twice,...