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Tatsu Ramen

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Tatsu Ramen's Sawtelle Japantown location, serving the brand's signature customizable tonkotsu and spicy miso ramen in the heart of LA's most concentrated Japanese dining corridor.

Price
¥¥
Area
Sawtelle Japantown
Since
2012
Tatsu Ramen — authentic ramen restaurant in Los Angeles, Sawtelle Japantown
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About
Tatsu Ramen Sawtelle opened in 2012 as part of the brand's early expansion into the Sawtelle Japantown neighborhood. The restaurant offers the same customizable bowl format as the Melrose flagship — tonkotsu, spicy miso, and seasonal specials — within easy reach of the dense Japanese-American community on Sawtelle Boulevard.
Neighborhood & visiting

Tatsu Ramen sits in Sawtelle Japantown, one of Los Angeles's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Tatsu Ramen on Sawtelle — Japanese dining corridor landmark
  • Customizable tonkotsu and spicy miso bowls
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Frequently asked

About Tatsu Ramen

Is Tatsu Ramen an authentic ramen restaurant in Los Angeles?
Yes — Tatsu Ramen is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for ramen in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
Where is Tatsu Ramen located?
Tatsu Ramen is located at 2123 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, Los Angeles, USA in the Sawtelle Japantown neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Tatsu Ramen?
Tatsu Ramen does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Los Angeles we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Tatsu Ramen?
Tatsu Ramen sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for ramen of this format in Los Angeles.
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