Tatsu Ramen – Japanese
Steam rises from bubbling cauldrons of rich, savory broth in this vibrant noodle house, where the air is thick with the comforting aroma of slow-simmered pork and toasted sesame. Diners dive into bowls of "Old Skool" classics or playful "Hippie" creations brimming with springy noodles, while sizzling plates of seasoned rice provide a hearty, savory counterpoint to the bold, spicy heat of the signature "Red" ramen. It is a high-energy sanctuary for soul-warming comfort, where modern innovation meets the timeless art of the perfect slurp.
319 South Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena CA 91105 https://tatsuramen.com/tatsu-ramen-pasadena/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher, halal, low-sodium, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, volumetrics, renal, carnivore, tlc, zone, alkaline, aip, slow-carb, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Mo-We - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for an extensive menu variety, diners appreciate the diverse selection of options that cater to a wide range of palates. Guests highlight the steady and reliable service, noting that the experience provides a consistent and approachable atmosphere ideal for casual gatherings with friends.
Menu
Ramen
Fully customizable bowls with 18-hr tonkotsu, chicken, or vegan broths.
- Bold Ramen - $30: Slow-cooked Tonkotsu (pork) broth, 11 bold ingredients, thin noodles, Tatsu Egg, scallions, fried onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hippie Ramen - $30: Vegan broth, curly noodles, spinach, house-made scallion oil, sweet onion, ginger Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeky Ramen - $30: Creamy chicken broth, curly noodles, Tatsu Egg, flash fried onions, scallions, yuzu kosho paste Available at: dinner, lunch
- Old Skool Ramen - $30: Slow-cooked Tonkotsu (pork) broth, Hakata Tonkotsu dashi, thin noodles, kikurage mushrooms, scallions, sesame Available at: dinner, lunch
- Naked Ramen - $30: Brothless, vegan-friendly curly noodles, Tatsu Egg, scallions, panko breadcrumbs, sweet Kuromitsu glaze, lime Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Ramen - $30: Slow-cooked Tonkotsu (pork) broth, secret umami RED sauce, thin noodles, ground beef, sesame, scallions Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Bowls
- Fried Rice - $12: Sauteed with egg, pork, chicken, scallions, ginger, sesame Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chashu Rice - $12: Pork belly chashu bits, Koshihikari rice, scallions, sesame Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Rice - $12: Marinated chicken, Koshihikari rice, scallions, sesame Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Rice - $12: Red ground beef, Koshihikari rice, scallions Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Fried Rice - $12: Scrambled egg, tofu, green onion, ginger, sesame Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides and Add-ons
- Juicy Pork Bun - $6: Steamed bun, pork belly bits, lettuce, sesame, scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Edamame - $7: Edamame with garlic seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tatsu Egg - $2.5: Seasoned soft-boiled egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Organic Tofu - $3: Marinated, non-GMO tofu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach - $2: Fresh spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Slices - $4.5: Melt-in-your-mouth pork belly Available at: dinner, lunch
- All-Natural Chicken Breast - $4: Tender marinated chicken breast
- Red Beef - $4.5: Ground beef in sweet and savory sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $3: Koshihikari short-grained white rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gluten-Free Noodles - $3.5: Premium GF ramen noodles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
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