Is Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu an authentic ramen restaurant in Los Angeles?

Yes — Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu 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 Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu located?

Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu is located at 11555 W Olympic Blvd Suite B, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA, Los Angeles, USA in the Sawtelle Japantown neighborhood.

Do I need a reservation at Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu?

Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu 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 Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu?

Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for ramen of this format in Los Angeles.

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Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu

Name: Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu
Address: 11555 W Olympic Blvd Suite B, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA, Los Angeles, USA
Telephone: +1 424-371-5085
Price range: ¥¥

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A West LA ramen counter known for mazemen (brothless dry ramen) — chili-garlic soy sauce, Japanese toppings, and a focused noodle menu near Sawtelle.

Price: ¥¥
Area: Sawtelle Japantown

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About

Mogumogu (now operating as Wadaya) on Olympic Blvd in West LA specializes in mazemen — brothless ramen with a concentrated chili-garlic soy sauce coating the noodles. Time Out LA describes it as the only mazemen-focused spot near Sawtelle.

Neighborhood & visiting

Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu 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

Mazemen (dry ramen) specialist — rare format near Sawtelle
Chili-garlic soy sauce brothless ramen

Now operating as Wadaya.

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Frequently asked

About Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu

Is Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu an authentic ramen restaurant in Los Angeles?: Yes — Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu 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 Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu located?: Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu is located at 11555 W Olympic Blvd Suite B, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA, Los Angeles, USA in the Sawtelle Japantown neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu?: Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu 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 Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu?: Wadaya (formerly Mogu Mogu sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for ramen of this format in Los Angeles.

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