Ramen Sumiya

High quality and very affordable ramen. They recently rebranded the shop and of course old customers may not used to the new menu. I have been in the previous shop, totally different menu. The only complaint I have is about happy hour. Used to have a great HH menu for drinks, but not anymore. Hope they bring back the HH deals.

It use to be 5 stars when they had the bbq chicken the sumi chicken. They changed the menu drastically. I get it, you have to change menu sometimes but why remove the famous dish Sumiya is known for. There is no more Sumi (bbq binchoutan charcoal) anymore. Staff and service is great love them. Ramen is still delicious and now cheaper but super duper disappointing that they removed the bbq chicken. I always went there to get beer and bbq chicken, even get it To go. Please bring back the bbq chicken.

I really loved the food. The waitress was friendly and attentive. I recommend the Japanese BBQ chicken.

I came in around 10pm ik is kinda late but the server girl was so nice, staffs are very attentive. Food came out fast i even bought an extra pork chashu rice bowl as its only $6 extra in the ramen combo. The ramen came out pretty quick and it is delicious, i was a bit skeptical seeing the chicken is a white meat cut but boi i was wrong, i don’t think I’ve ever tried any white meat cut that is as tender, soft n juicy like how they make it here so it was a very good surprise. Broth is creamy, egg is running but embedded in the broth flavor so well. They gave u lots of noodles so that’s another plus! The bowl might look small but this thing filled me up to the brimmmm i couldn’t even eat the rice so i packed it home. The interior has a cozy vibe with many tables, booths and seats at the bar. They also have a alcohol deal at $3 for beers too. I will be back again to try different ramen types since they all look so good! 9/10!

What a great surprise!!! From top to bottom! Ramen, fried rice, side of pork, gyoza. When all the basics are hitting a full cylinders it’s top notch! Must try!

Went during soft open. The staff was very attentive and enthusiastic, I think a few were from Ramen Zabon (?) I got #4 the creamy chicken char siu ramen - I liked it but I wouldn't say I loved it. Intense chicken flavor in the broth, I wasn't sure what made the chicken "char siu", the noodles had good chew. Also had the takoyaki, not bad.

It's hard to tell from the name "Japanese BBQ Chicken Ramen," but it's a "charcoal ramen" with a taste of charcoal and chicken broth. It was oilier than I expected, but very delicious. It was one of the best ramen I've had in the US. We'll definitely come back :-)

First time here with my daughter and we loved the Ramen's

Wow what happened to this ramen shop!!! They started ramen with $8.80 for one bowl. So unbelievable.It reminds me the time era before pandemic. Price is quite reasonable and taste is very authentic Japanese style. You must try.

I usually hold my review for ramen joints until my 3rd visit because sometimes quality and consistency tend to be hit or miss. Tonight, this place proved true to itself. The best deal you can get for stellar ramen. At $8, I cannot argue with the craftsmanship and quality of my food. Honestly felt like I was back in Japan. In my case, for my past visits up to this point the noodles were NOT slimy. They had a good chew on them. The broth? Oh man, the chicken chowder broth is the reason why I came back 3 times. Light, flavorful, and satisfying. Those bowl comes with a fried egg, green onions, and a slice of chashu pork. I also ordered an additional gyoza and karaage both at $5. The portions for the karaage were generous. With all that, the total came to $20.73! How much is a ramen like this anywhere else? $13 at the least! I got a damn good meal for under $21. They deserve the support with the quality they provide. You've earned a regular and I hope they continue to thrive. Other things to note. My first visit, I ordered a charcoal chicken ramen at $18 that was seen on social media. My next visit did not have it. One of the staff informed me that the charcoal chicken was an experimental menu. I was devasted at first but I ordered the regular chicken ramen instead. It was still a great ramen minus the charcoal chicken. It was enough to make me return anyway. So quality was not loss here. I hope they decide to bring it back in the future. Along with the recent photos, I uploaded the ones from my previous visit.

We had high expectations for this restaurant, believing it was operated by a Japanese company from Japan. Unfortunately, the experience was absolutely awful- probably the worst ramen I have ever had. As another reviewer mentioned, the noodles were super slimy and chunky. They appeared to be severely undercooked, most likely having been cooked in water that was not properly boiled or was at the right temperature. The result was that the noodles were still floury, powdery, and chunky, like trying to chew clay. Bad, bad, bad. Furthermore, they were out of Takoyaki which we understood to be one of their specialties. This suggests lack of proper management and training, making the entire experience truly terrible.

Very disappointed in the new menu, quite frankly the name Ramen Sumiya doesnt match with what was on the menu. こんなふざけたメニュー見て、客として日本人としておお恥。ラーメン９ドルでトッピングが2ドル、ネダン下げすぎて逆にあやしいです。 確かにTorranceでは安いけど目玉やきChickenラーメン。。はちょっとセンス無さ。 Chicken ramen Soup - good Noodle - ‍ Service - great Menu -元通りもどしてください。

Lucky #8! I've always felt the number 8 is a lucky number and it sure was lucky tonight when I spotted $8.80 ramen signs at Ramen Sumiya! An $8.80 ramen price is one amazing price and that is currently the price for all the ramens at Ramen Sumiya Torrance. For the Torrance location only, they are offering all their ramens at $8.80! One can choose from Miso, Rich Chicken, Shoyu or Vegan ramen. All the ramens come with one pork chashu and one egg. There's also the option to pick the spice level. I got the Rich Chicken Shoyu at spice level 1. Spice level 1 is supposed to be normal spicy but it definitely more like a crazy spicy. I also was slightly surprised that the egg was a fried egg versus a soft boiled egg. I also found the soup broth to be slightly salty. It wasn't the best ramen but for $8.80, it was a good deal! I would definitely get it again. Aside from the ramen, they also had some good appetizer deals. Karaage was $5 for 5 pieces. The chicken pieces were large in size and so juicy! One can also add 5 pieces of gyoza to their ramen for $5. This $8.80 ramen deal is part of their new menu and the waitress mentioned they would be adding more items. I am hoping they will keep this great price for their ramen! I definitely plan on coming back!

This my 3rd time ...but probably more for my family. The promotion price $8.8 and the choice on the menu is great!. The review that said the noodle is slimy probably from the chicken broth. I love them all ! If I were to ranked them as per my taste 1. Miso (the most flavorful and hit the spot!) 2.Original Chiken (the oil from chicken add the flavor nicely add chilli oil and it help bring out more flavor) and 3. Shoyu (light with slight saltiness from shoyu). Always get the Kyoza! It's savory and a good side dish for your ramen.

I've passed by the Sawtelle location multiple times but never got a chance to try it so l'm super excited a location 5 min away from my workplace opened :D Staff here were warm and friendly. wow the Japanese BBQ chicken ramen so good! The broth was so rich and creamy and the chicken was soft and chewy. The area has a lot of competition but the ramen here definitely stand out in a different way. Looking forward to visiting this place after work so I can try the other items on the menu!

Wow!! I am not a huge fan of ramen, and have never opted to order chicken ramen, but this was sooooo good. I got the Rich Chicken Ramen, which was sooo creamy and full of flavor. Sumiya boasts a "chowder-style broth," and it is exactly that. It is really thick and almost fatty. I love the simple toppings of juicy chicken, bamboo shoots, and seasoned egg. I also got their Takoyaki to start, which was delicious as well! Super crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

New ramen spot in Torrance! It's the second location of Ramen Sumiya. Who knew corn chowder like broth would be good?! I'll be back! -sumiya replaced ramen zabon. In a bit of sketchy area with homeless so gotta be on a lookout. +the waitress was very welcoming when I explained in here for YEE. She was very attentive and friendly throughout our meal. +I got the chicken ramen to try their signature dish and my mom got the shoyu ramen. My ramen had chicken cha siu and my mom's came with traditional pork char siu and both were great! I was surprised that chicken ramen had bit of corn chowder like taste but it works! My mom's shoyu ramen had solid chicken broth with amazing shoyu dashi and loved hers as well. 10/10 would recommend! We also ordered gyoza and fried rice. Gyoza was nothing special but good! +if you follow them on IG, you will get free takoyaki! -fried rice on the other hand needs major work. The rice was so soggy... I think they used hot fresh rice instead of day old rice maybe? I hated the texture... the flavor was on point though so if they use different rice, it'll be MUCH better entree. All in all I had a great experience and will be bringing friends and family since I'm local!

This place was mid at best. Appetizers carried, but the ramen itself was very average. I got the spicy Rich Chicken Ramen and the broth itself was interesting. It almost tasted like a shoyu and tonkatsu hybrid type of broth. The spicy-ness of the ramen definitely carried this dish. The chicken char siu was very interesting to see and experience. It was juicy and tender which I liked, but it lacked flavor. If anything it tasted like it was only salted. Some seasoning would go a long way with this. The appetizers we got were the signature japanese bbq chicken, takoyaki, and the karaage. The Japanese bbq chicken also lacked flavor and tasted very smokey - the chicken was nice and tender though! The takoyaki and karaage were our 2 favorite items that we ordered. Both were perfectly crispy! Service here was pretty solid, our waiter was quick and efficient and was also easy to talk to. He provided recommendations and explained their menu to us well. The place itself was pretty neat! They have booths that sat in its own mini room so you got a bit of privacy, which I liked. The place looked and felt clean. I really wanted to like this place but not sure if my girlfriend and I will come back

I was able to try out Sumiya Ramen and can say that it's a great addition to the area as it compliments the amazing variety Japanese food Torrance has to offer. The staff are quick and friendly to serve you and offer a lot of insight on their menu. They are most known for their chicken chowder soup, but a misnomer due to the gelatinous and thick soup that is easily mistaken for cream. This mixes with the char of the chicken creating a smoky broth for you to enjoy. I can see how this flavor however can be surprising to some, my gf was not a fan but I loved it. Next time I am going to add corn and extra egg. The Shoyu is not far off, the broth is hearty but easy going down. It's simple but it's combination with onions really highlights the depth the broth has to offer. Lastly they have a great beer special and they have a great selection sides. I only ordered edmame and it was poached to perfection, I will be back to try other appetizers.

Why why why? They changed their menu :( I used to love this place. The one good thing is that the ramen is now $8.80 which is an amazing unheard of deal. Lots of people will appreciate this for their budget. But the charcoal grilled chicken is gone. The amazing chicken char siu is gone. Now it's pork charsiu which I found a little tough. There is no seasoned egg; it's a fried egg which doesn't taste as good in the ramen.

Review #863 2025-035 Food Order: Pork Char Siu Ramen (5 pork char siu, handcrafted noodles, house-made vegetable broth infused with ginger, bamboo shoots, scallions, seasoned egg, seaweed) 5- Pc. Gyoza (pork, cabbage, onion, spices) Tip: regular or large is the same price except the large gets you more noodles. Server: Laura Last night I was here for a YEE, & here I am again the next day for lunch. Ramen Sumiya took over the defunct Zabon Ramen, & is located in the smaller Carson Western Plaza diagonally across from the more popular Eastgate Plaza. The ramen shop has been opened for 2 months & it's just down the street from home. Again, if it wasn't for Evan & his curated YEEs, it's unlikely I would discover this hidden gem in my 'hood on my own. It was way after lunch rush, about an hour before closing (they take a short break before reopening for dinner), & I was warmly greeted by Laura who I saw last night. =D I came back because I was hankering for their pork char siu ramen, & added a side of gyoza. Then she mentions the regular & large bowls are priced the same, but you get more ramen in the large. Say what!?! Dang girl... you got me at large. LMAO I would soon regret it (read on). Since I was the only patron, my order was ready in minutes. Once served, more customers started pouring in for that last bite before dinner rush. If you read Review #862 re: last night's YEE, you'll know that Ramen Sumiya differentiates itself from the S. Bay ramen shops (& there are lots) with their "flame-grilled to smoky perfection" chicken instead of the pork char-siu/chashu in a chowder-style broth (like 羹 thick Chinese soup). While that's their signature, they also offer a pork version, which I why I'm back & to compare it with yesterday's chicken. It's not an apple-to-apples comp because each is its own "star"/standout though the pork tastes more unctuous; I can't say which is better, instead it'll be if I'm craving for chicken or pork. Both proteins are perfectly seasoned & cooked/grilled, tender, & full-body flavor! Still ditto-ing: perfect al dente ramen... QQ chew. The vegetable broth would assume to be lighter than the chowder-ish broth. Nope! This, too, is rich & hearty... slurp, slurp, slurp... soooooo yummy!!! オイシデス!!! I also repeated a few dollops of yuzu kosho dressing, which adds citrusy, spicy, & salty notes, & is more pronounced in flavor because of the milder veggie broth instead of that chili-packed broth. With the added noods, I really didn't need that side of gyoza, which were tasty BTW, except it didn't have that crisp bottom skin that I'm used to. Hence the regret... I ate wayyy too much & feel like I'm going to hit a food coma while writing this. ごちそうさまでした (gochisousama deshita)! I was sharing with Laura that I'm in conflict between the chicken & pork char siu ramens. While you can add a side of protein, that's wayyy too much, especially as a single diner. I suggested they offer a 1/2+1/2 option to get the best of both worlds! I didn't share with her that on an extreme occasion I drove ~11-mi. to combine 2 ramen shops to make a perfect bowl of ramen because I liked the toroniku at one, & the tonkotsu broth & noodles at the other. Hehehe... And not that I think they need it, but maybe offer a loyalty program to encourage repeat visits. I know several local ramen shops that use an app to track points. Although my daughter hasn't been yet, she was conflicted with joining me for lunch or going to a birthday party today since teen parties are not quite foodie adventures, & my outings usually are. ;-) The dining room is moderate & cozy (looks like the same furnishings from Zabon); there's a few semi-private booths & smaller dining area, no patio/outdoor seats. Compact menu offerings of ramen: chicken chowder & sho-yu with ramen combos, rice bowls, & appetizers at competitive prices. Service is friendly & efficient; you'll definitely feel the warmth & welcome. Winner winner, chicken dinner! Ramen Sumiya is cluckin' bombtastic, & I'll definitely be back for more! Thanks again for this gem, Evan... you're the best!

This was my first time ever having chicken ramen and it was delicious! We had a super sweet server, shout out to Laura, you're the best! I ordered the original chicken ramen, chicken karaage, and we followed them on insta to try the takoyaki. The broth was so rich, thick and creamy. I've never had anything like it. That day they also had a special on saporo so we had that as well. For the first trying it, I really enjoyed it and I would 100% come back and my boyfriend also said it was extremely delicious. The karaage and takoyaki were also very delicious. Thank you Ramen Sumiya and Laura!

I normally do not like leaving reviews unless it is really good or really bad.... I couldn't ignore how terrible the noodle was... I grew up in Japan and Ramen is literally my favorite food so I normally go to Ramen restaurant 1-2 times a week, so this is based on my personal opinion. To be completely honest, the soup was delicious. It is chicken base creamy broth and very savory. But, as soon as I tried the ramen noodle, it was HORRIBLE... The texture was terrible... and the flavor was extremely bland. Honestly, instant ramen even tastes better than this noodle. I really hope they change the noodle in the future... because the soup itself has so much potential. Personally, I would never come back here. Me and my friend only had one bite of the nooodle and could not finish the rest.... I also honestly thought maybe they boiled the noodle for too long...? But just a heads up, we only ate the soup so this photo was taken about 5min after the food came out... so it's not like the noodle was just sitting there... I would not come back here again.

Service is pretty quick and friendly. The ramen was quite flavorful! The broth itself is a little thick, like a chowder consistency. The rich chicken ramen with the chicken cha siu was great. The flavor of the chicken came out quite well in the broth. The ramen noodles were thick which was perfect for being coated in the broth. There's also yuzu pepper on the side with a pretty strong yuzu flavor coming out. It's perfect for adding to the ramen broth for a change of flavor! I went when it was half off but next time I'd like to try the charcoal-grilled chicken ramen. They do have regular and large sizes for the ramen but it's the same price. The large just has more noodles. I got the large because if it costs the same, why not? It's pretty filling. It's a great option for a different kind of ramen outside of the more common tonkotsu ramen.

Found this place looking for a late night ramen spot. The layout and decoration of the shop was nice, and they had a few booths which felt cozy. Their specialty is the chicken chowder broth which was pretty good and more unique. The #1 came with a lot of chicken and had a nice charred flavor to it. The #4 had chicken char siu, but I was expecting it to be more braised. It was also cut a bit thicker than I had expected. It felt more just like large chunks of chicken in my ramen. Both of these chickens paired very well with the yuzu kosho which was available self serve on the table. The noodles were cooked well and it was nice that there's no price difference between a regular and large which gives more noodles. We also got the Fried chicken with Tartar sauce which was great. Overall, this place was great for a late night meal. I would go again, but would probably not order the #4 again.

Torrance's new ramen spot! So good!!Tried this new ramen place in Torrance and it was amazing!! The chicken paitan broth was super rich and creamy, but not heavy or smelly at all (you know how some chicken broths can be too much? This one was just perfect). You can really tell they make it in-house--so flavorful. I also had the grilled chicken that comes on top... omg, it's actually charcoal-grilled over a flame! You can taste the smokiness and the outside is slightly crispy while the inside is juicy. I was seriously impressed. They also have a spicy ramen that's only available in the U.S. and it has a nice kick--not just spicy for the sake of it, but really flavorful too. Definitely something I haven't seen in other Japanese ramen spots. What's even cooler is they offer a soy sauce (shoyu) ramen and even a vegan ramen--but only at this Torrance location! So if you're vegetarian or just curious to try something lighter, you've got options. Overall, really happy I found this place. It feels like one of those spots that's gonna get super popular soon. Definitely coming back to try other bowls.

A Mixed Bowl of Flavors So, let me start by saying I gave Ramen Sumiya three stars--mostly because I'm not sure whether to thank them for the ramen or ask if they could air it out a bit! Right as we walked in, we were hit with a musty smell that was almost more pungent than my last gym session. But I told myself, "Stick it out; the ramen is worth it!" After my last visit was such a hit, I had high hopes of sharing it with my family. As we settled in, the smell became somewhat tolerable kind of like a weird friend you don't mind after a while. The service was okay, nothing to write home about. Honestly, I was just ready to eat and be on my way as quickly as possible, but they were efficient enough at getting our orders in. Now, about the food: the soup was good! It had a nice creamy flavor that hit the spot, but to be honest, I've definitely had better ramen before. There wasn't anything particularly special about the place that would make me come running back. Overall, if you're in the area and craving a bowl of ramen, it's worth a try. Why not try everything once!

Food #2 was better taste flavor but a bit salty on chicken charsi Services I understand why only one person working in the front, but you guys might need to retrain the server. I don't blame server, I can see she's doing her the best but don't make customer waited more than 20 second by the entrance with half of dining tables ars empty.

Good service. #1 is kind of unique, full of charcoal flavor, if you like that. #3 spicy is not that spicy, with scale of 1-5, I'd say it was 2. Chicken meat were tender for both, thin noodle hardness was at about medium. The soup was thick and sticky like tonkotsu, unlike the chicken white soup type (白湯). Overall, it is a good alternative from the pork based soup. I only wish the portion could be bigger, next time I'd go with one of the combo options.

Had to go back after tasting the Japanese bbq chicken ramen at a Yelp event and bringing my son and daughter-in-law along this time. We started off with the edamame and was large enough for the three of us. The ramen was as delicious as I remembered it. The rich broth elevates the ramen. You know it's unctuous when the broth sticks to your lips like a thin coating of liquid. The smoky chicken and the jammy half egg add to the richness of the ramen. I was glad my son and daughter-in-law felt the same. This restaurant will certainly be on our list of to go places to eat.

Ok so we've been here a few times and have always ordered the Japanese BBQ chicken ramen. It is so delicious and unique and the chicken chowder broth is fantastic. Our kids slurp it up. My husband and I love it. We eat a lot of ramen places and this place is one of the best in the South Bay. We came here today and to our surprise, there's no more blackened chicken ramen! We still got the chowder (rich) chicken ramen but we miss our favorite ramen dish. We hope you bring it back! I also want to shout out to the staff. We come here with our twin 2 year old toddlers and sometimes call in to get an order of the karaage started so that it's ready by the time we're seated and they always accommodate us. The staff is so nice here it makes it that much of a wonderful experience.

The noodle is al dente and the broth is fine. The chicken is so-so. We order #1 BBQ chicken ramen and #2 ramen. The BBQ chicken is very char and not much taste (it is tender, however). The #2 chicken tasted like Costco rotisserie chicken. The menu advertise larger bowl and regular are the same price but with more noodle for the large. The noodle bowl for the large is about the size of small bowl in other ramen place. Overall, an interesting experience, but not worth the $19/bowl price. The staff is friendly.

My friend said the ramen at their Los Angeles location was really good, so I checked out the new one that opened near me in South Bay. Maybe I had too high of an expectation... it was just okay, to be honest I ordered the creamy chicken chashu ramen, and it was $22. The toppings looked fancy, but the ramen itself was pretty average in portion size. Honestly, for $22, I'd probably go somewhere else. (There are tons ramen spots in South Bay.) The broth here is chicken-based, so if you're not a fan of the strong smell of pork bone broth (tonkotsu), this place might be a good option.

We went on a Sunday around 5pm and were seated quickly. We ordered the Japanese bbq chicken ramen, rich chicken ramen, shoyu ramen, and fried chicken with tartar sauce. All of these were good, but personally I liked the Japanese Bbq ramen the most. I also like that they have a jar of yuzu pepper on each table. It goes well with the ramen. I think pricing is fair, you can also make your ramen bowls a large with no extra cost which is nice.

This is legit my favorite spot to get some awesome fried rice! The ramen is also really good to just a really yummy place to get food. Cute little booths make for a more intimate atmosphere perfect for a date night.

We wanted to try a different ramen place today, and due to the reviews and pictures of the food, this place won out. I had the ramen with pork, and the charred chicken side dish. Both were excellent, with the charred chicken being top-notch. My wife had the charred chicken bowl and she was equally impressed. The pork with the ramen was thick slices and well marinated. The staff was friendly and helpful.

Same staff, different owner. Updated menu. Very unique and clean tasting chicken broth ramen with charbroiled chicken. Actually better than the Zabon Ramen previously. Yuzu on the table and great, newer atmosphere. An upgrade for sure.

I got the #2 Rich Chicken Ramen, karaage and gyoza. The broth was excellent. The chicken was tender. The batter on the karaage was crispy. The wrapper on the gyoza was very good. Right now, the #2 RCR is half price. Service was very friendly and prompt.

Horrible service and strange noodles texture the previous management or owners was great now it is terrible

Service is slow. Hope this gets seen by the right person to improve their staffing. Missing Zabon Ramen service and their fried rice.

The unique charcoal taste is so good. I had charcoal chicken in Tokyo. This place is as good as the one in Tokyo!

Tried this place becuz it looked cool. I got the #3 and #27. The spicy chicken ramen just had the right amount of spice and tasted amazing for the price. The assorted charsiu was really bomb. The teriyaki sauce and scallions worked really ggood with the meats. The service was excellent and restaurant looked clean. Would recommend and come again

First ramen spot I've been to where they charcoal grill their chicken! Suuuuuuper tasty and the thick paitan soup was delishhhh. Def looking to go back soon.

This is newly opened! Hubby & I tried their charcoal-grilled chicken ramen ....AMAZING!! The chicken broth is rich, creamy and flavorful-cooked to perfection. Takoyaki is also tasteful. Service is exceptional - it's always good when you are welcome with a smile and enthusiasm!!!! Will be dining again for sure!

Not good at all and very expensive. Broth have a very syrupy texture. I won't be coming back.

Nice new place. Very nice staff. Solid ramen. Food came out very quickly. Would come again.

I ate here with my family yesterday. We ordered both pork and chicken ramen, plus assorted rice bowls. All food was very good. The stand out feature is the high quality chicken stock and soup used for the ramen bowls. It's nothing like you can find elsewhere in LA. Highly recommended.

We had tori ramen and fried chicken with tartar sauce. We'd recommend get the tori ramen!

Really good food. Enjoyed the vegan ramen and staff was really kind. Excited to come back!

Must try... Ramen Sumiya has the best chicken ramen in Torrance area, foods are great and service is excellent!