Kinchans
(310) 445-0031
2119 Sawtelle Blvd
Los Angeles,
CA
90025
34.0392
-118.4423
Neighborhoods: West Los Angeles, West LA
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In Short
Funky knick-knacks, rock and roll posters and cards from friends on the fridge add intimacy to the simple white interior of this Japanese noodle shop. Known for their ramen dishes, they also serve fried rice, stir-fry dishes, and Yakisoba, the Japanese version of chowmein. The a la carte menu, which is only available after 5pm, includes sweet and sour pork, sauteed liver and chives, deep fried chicken and vegetables cooked in oyster sauce. The exposed kitchen lets diners watch their food being prepared by the owner himself. He allows substitutions, unlike the famous Soup Nazi from "Seinfeld."
User Reviews
Anonymous
December 25, 2008
The ramen here is okay. I don't know if I would go back since I know of other, better ramen shops around LA. The ramen is pretty cheap but it's not super flavorful or anything. Friendly service, though.
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ach
October 15, 2008
Kinchans IS totally underrated, it's never really crowded but their ramen is way better than Asahi Ramen down the street. They serve beer and wine here where Asahi Ramen doesn't. What am I suppose to drink with my ramen? coke? wtf? I had their Shoyu ramen this time ($5.95) along with a side of gyoza and Asahi beer.
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tauro
May 01, 2005
Great food, cheap! Service is very fast and accommodating. I've been eating here since I got to LA a year ago and it's one of my favorite Sunday morning eateries for noodles.
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Look Good:
Can't decide what to order? The No. 4 Chashu Ramen, consists of noodles, pork, vegetables and corn in a soy-sauce broth and is the most popular dish on the menu. The No. 12 Negi Ramen is the spiciest.
Know Before You Go:
Their lunch special is available only on the weekdays from 11:30am-2:30pm and includes a serving of tofu, pickles, miso soup, rice and an entree for under $10.
The Extras:
The counter space is covered with free Japanese teen magazines and newspapers to read.
