Nakazo Ramen Bistro
This article has been updated for 2025.
About
If you’re on the hunt for seriously good Japanese comfort food, look no further than Nakazo Ramen Bistro. Opened in 2020, this local spot has been dishing out warm bowls of ramen, fresh sushi, and tasty snacks with a modern twist—and the community has been loving it ever since.
Behind the counter is Chef Hideki Nakazawa, who brings over 15 years of experience to every bowl and bite. After working in the restaurant industry for years, he finally made his dream a reality and opened Nakazo—combining classic flavors with a few creative surprises.
Craving the usual? Go for the tonkotsu or miso ramen with melt-in-your-mouth pork chashu, soft egg, and rich broth that hits just right. Want something a little different? Try the Las Carnitas Ramen with a bold pork chili broth, or keep it light and tasty with the veggie ramen—a miso-based bowl loaded with fried tofu, zucchini, and broccoli.
Feeling extra hungry? Make it a combo and add a mini rice bowl (like pork chashu or karaage), a poke bowl, or even a sushi roll on the side. Speaking of sushi—don’t skip their salmon avocado roll or the fresh and simple avocado cucumber roll.
Just here for a snack? Their crispy Brussels sprouts, pork buns, and spam musubi are perfect for a quick bite.
Nakazo has all the casual vibes, easy parking, and food that’ll keep you coming back. Whether you’re slurping noodles on a weeknight or grabbing a roll to-go, this spot is all about fresh flavors, good people, and comfort food done right.
Recommend Items
Las Carnitas Ramen
House pork chili broth, skinny noodle, carnitas, 1/2 soft egg, diced onion, cilantro, radish, serrano pepper, dried oregano, lime
Rice Bowls
Make it a meal—add a rice bowl to your ramen. Options include pork chashu, chicken chashu, or kara-age.
Contact
(626)872-6721
www.nakazoramenbistro.com