Dashiwa Ramen

Surprisingly, this little ramen shop not only serves ramen and mazesoba but also has inari sushi and even a $4 curry rice! 🙌 Located near Pasadena/Arcadia, it’s a great spot for a casual weekday meal or some comforting weekend food. 🍜 Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen Perfect for chilly mornings—rich, flavorful pork broth with a touch of spice. The noodles have a nice chew, the chashu is fragrant, and the soft-boiled egg is spot on. 🍝 Mazesoba Chashu Noodles Loaded with toppings and a runny egg in the center. Mixing it all together coats the thick noodles in a slightly sweet sauce—super satisfying in every bite. 🍛 $4 Potato Curry Rice Got this as a small add-on, but the portion was bigger than expected. Classic Japanese-style veggie curry—perfect if you’re like me and want to try a bit of everything. 🍘 Inari Sushi Sampler Comes with four flavors: crab stick, tamago, chashu, and roasted beef. The sweet tofu skin pairs really well—I especially loved the tamago and beef ones!

I had such an amazing experience here! The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive from the moment I walked in. The atmosphere felt cozy yet modern, making it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy. The food came out quickly, beautifully presented, and tasted absolutely fresh and delicious. Every detail, from the plating to the flavors, was thoughtfully done. I will definitely be recommending this place to friends and can’t wait to come back myself!

Craving ramen in Arcadia? This spot truly made my day! Highly recommended! The restaurant has such a cozy and inviting vibe! The wooden-style décor feels warm and relaxing, and everything is spotless. Service was absolutely fantastic, and parking is super easy -- that alone deserves extra points! I'll definitely be back. Highly recommend! Special shoutout to our amazing server, Fina! She was incredibly kind and patient, explained every dish in detail, kept our water refilled without us even asking, and checked in on us at just the right times. She's so sweet and welcoming -- truly made the dining experience even better! Now let's talk food -- everything was delicious! ✅ Tan Tan Ramen The winner of the night! The broth was rich and flavorful, and the noodles were perfectly chewy. Honestly, I couldn't stop eating it! ✅ Tonkotsu Black Ramen This black garlic tonkotsu ramen was amazing! The broth was rich with a subtle garlic aroma and had great depth of flavor. We tried the spicy version too, and the heat level was just right -- flavorful without overpowering. The broth isn't too salty, but it is a bit oily, which is normal for this style. ✅ Chicken Cutlet Curry Loved this dish! The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy inside -- and came with plenty of curry. They even included a small side of tonkatsu sauce, which gave us two flavor profiles in one dish. The curry was thick and comforting, a perfect pairing. ✅ Pork Curry with Udon This one was another winner! The combination of savory curry and chewy udon was amazing. I took it to go, so didn't get the picture. The curry was flavorful with lots of depth, and the udon had that perfect bite. Every mouthful was pure comfort! If you're in the area and craving ramen or Japanese comfort food, this place is a must-visit!

If you’re craving authentic ramen, this place is a must-visit! The broth is rich, flavorful, and clearly simmered for hours — full of depth without being too salty. The noodles had just the right springy texture, and each bowl was perfectly balanced with toppings (the chashu pork practically melts in your mouth). Service was fast and friendly, and the staff were attentive without being pushy. The ambiance is cozy and casual, perfect for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner.

Found this spot by chance and it was SO good! No wait, good prices, and super tasty ramen. We got the Mi-SO-Hot ramen (mild spice) — we’re not great with spicy food but this one was just right. Rich, flavorful, and really satisfying. Also tried the Tonkotsu original — creamy, delicious broth. I literally finished the whole bowl. My husband got the beef curry, and even our kid liked it. Super flavorful and filling. We added chicken karaage on the side — crispy, juicy, and not greasy at all. Small size was perfect for sharing. Drinks were a nice surprise too! We got the brown sugar cold brew and matcha tea, both half sweet and only $5.25. Really good deal for Arcadia. Definitely coming back for more!

Stopped by Dashiwa Ramen and was pleasantly surprised by their sides! Inari 4 for 20 are huge and worth it—highly recommend the chashu and beef flavors. Musubi and the beef donburi are super tasty and filling. Veggie curry works great as a side, only 4! Soba was refreshing and flavorful. Definitely more than just ramen—great value and variety!

Chashu Mezasoba with toppnings - every bite is satisfying. Spicy Miso Ramen has rich, flavorful broth with perfect heat. Crispy fried squid legs and takoyaki are very tasty，my kid really likes it. A must-try ramen spot!

Just had the best surprise meal after shopping at Arcadia Mall! 😋 We were starving and randomly picked this spot — turns out everything was so good and super worth the price! Here’s what we got: 🦑 Fried Squid (Ika Geso) – $8.95 Crispy on the outside, super bouncy inside. Dipping sauce was on point! 🐙 Takoyaki – $8.50 Hot and gooey, with that classic burst of flavor. Always a win. 🍗 Fried Chicken (Small) – $4.50 Lowkey HUGE for a small. Still crispy even when it cooled down. Juicy and kinda reminded me of Chinese-style crispy pork. Loved it! 🍙 Crab Inari Rice Ball – $6.50 Big and filling! Sweet tofu skin on the outside, spicy mayo crab + fish roe inside. So good. 🍜 Chashu Mazemen (Dry Ramen) – $17.50 Thick, smoky chashu + chewy noodles + tons of toppings (egg, corn, seaweed, ground meat…). Huge portion too! Pro tip: mix in the chili oil and vinegar halfway through — flavor boost unlocked 🔥 🐽 Pork Cutlet with Curry – $20.95 This came out massive. Easily shareable for two. Cutlet was crispy, juicy, and the curry sauce was sweet with a hint of coconut. Would 100% order again. ✨The place was super clean, everything tasted great, and the portions were generous. No regrets — zero misses. Already planning to go back for their cold noodles next time 🤤