Chabuya Tokyo Noodle Bar
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone: (310) 473-9834
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- La Grange Avenue
- Hours:
- Daily 11am-2:30pm, 4:30pm-12am
Editorial Review for Chabuya Tokyo Noodle Bar – by Sarah Colombo
In Short
A vibrant red wall displaying the restaurant's insignia provides a makeshift entrance for this industrial space. High-beamed ceilings create an edgy urban setting, while lime-green walls extend into the open chrome kitchen. Noodles perpetually steam in a large vat, ready to serve a mix of working artists and others who appreciate the cheap prices. When possible, organic veggies are mixed with pork and chicken to create ramen, pan-fried noodles and rice bowls. Side dishes such as edamame, potstickers and dumplings add more crunch and texture to a meal.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe stretch of Sawtelle between Santa Monica and Olympic can be very congested during rush hour--plan to zig-zag through side streets to avoid serious gridlock.
Save TimeSolo diners looking for faster sit-down service should take a spot at the rear counter. Asian bun sandwiches come with mayo, tomato and onion, and are popular with patrons on-the-go looking for a portable meal. Call ahead for pick-up.
User Reviews for Chabuya Tokyo Noodle Bar
03/07/2008 Posted by klliuc
I am a Ramen person, I would try Ramen every time in any Japanese restaurant. Last Wednesday, I tried this Ramen place with great expectation, but it turned out to be a big letdown. We ordered a Kara chicken ramen soup (spicy chicken) and pork Chasiu ramen soup. both of the ramens were not hot enough.The pork broth and chicken broth tasted almost the same, except one with spicy oil. The pork chasiu could be more seasoned and tender.And the ramens were okay, not too impressive. The whole thing is just not that good enough for those who really like ramen, you can have a much better ramen with the same amount in L.A.
Pros: good service
Cons: limited parking space outside, fair food
11/30/2007 Posted by msbadkittie
The wait at Asahi was too long, so we decided to try Chabuya. So glad we did...everything was amazing! Interior is beautiful. Prices are great. Service is friendly + attentive. But, most importantly, the ramen was incredible. The menu isn't large, but it doesn't need to be. They have a selection of ramen noodles, rice dishes, charbroiled noodles and appetizers. I had the ramen with chicken + chicken broth. You can also choose pork + pork broth. I was served a very generous bowl, filled with fresh chopped green onions, small crispy fried onions, bean sprouts and chicken. It was absolutely delicious! Next time, I want to try the gyoza and sesame chicken appetizers. For 2 ramen bowls, 1 beer and 1 green tea, bill was less than $25. Great meal at a great price. Plan on going back very soon!
Pros: great food, great prices, great service!
Cons: none
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