Kai Ramen Sherman Oaks

The ramen was quite good. The restaurant is small, and finding parking during peak hours was a challenge; it filled up quickly. We sat at the counter, where we could see all the orders coming in. I ordered a shoyu-based ramen (though I can't recall which one), while my wife opted for something spicy. The "Volcano" ramen seemed to be the most popular choice. The noodles paired better with the spicy soup than with mine, but overall, the food was excellent.

This was my first visit to this restaurant, and I was really impressed — the ramen dishes were fantastic! My friends and I decided to share a couple of bowls because they were both so delicious. You can tell a place is popular when there’s already a line, even though it was still early for dinner. The prices were also reasonable given the quality of the food. The restaurant is small, but there’s some outdoor seating available. The service was good, although it felt a bit rushed since it was a busy dinner hour, which is understandable. Overall, it was a great experience, and I definitely plan to return.

The chicken rice bowl is packed with flavor and offers a generous portion for the price. The staff is friendly, and the food is excellent. I’ll definitely be returning!

I rated the atmosphere a bit low because, to be honest, it’s not the best. It was quite warm inside, the space is small, and the air conditioner was leaking. However, these issues didn’t significantly detract from our experience or the quality of the service and food. As for parking, we were lucky to find a spot right away, but I noticed several cars circling the lot while we were there looking for an opening. The parking lot is shared among several businesses, but there is plenty of street parking available nearby.

This has been one of my favorite ramen spots in the valley for years. The quality remains consistent and just as excellent as when I first tried it. The Red Tonkotsu is a perfect 10/10 every time!