Hanabishi By Kyushu Ramen - Los Angeles

I have dined at every ramen restaurant in the valley, and always order the chasu ramen. Many places disappoint with weak broth and bland noodles, but Kyushu Ramen in the SFV stands out as possibly the best. Their broth is rich and flavorful, the noodles are perfectly chewy and tasty, and the portions are just right. They also offer a traditional pork stock ramen, but I prefer the regular soup stock. The decor has improved and there is a sushi bar next door. You can enter from either side, as there is a connecting doorway. They also have a selection of premium sake, including hakaisan and otomoyama. Personally, I prefer hakaisan, although it is on the pricier side. Kabuki in Burbank and Woodland Hills also serve these brands.

I have always loved the food at this restaurant. I order from here once in a while and the sushi is consistently delicious in flavor and presentation. The...

Hanabishi is a cozy, nicely decorated restaurant located in the valley. I was hoping to enjoy my experience there, but unfortunately, on my first visit, it didn't meet my expectations.

I want to begin by mentioning that we arrived about 40 minutes before the restaurant's closing time, so I understand that the staff was probably tired and eager to go home. Despite this...

Ramen was ok, definitely not of the best ones I've had. But overall is ok. Great service.