Tomizo Ramen

So happy this new ramen shop has opened up! I was sad when the old ramen spot that used to be here closed down, but I was so happy that Tomizo opened up in its place.

We got a spicy miso ramen and a miso butter corn scallop ramen and both were absolutely phenomenal. The gyoza was also super delicious. I can't wait to come back once we can eat in restaurants again. I wish Tomizo ramen a great future in Gardena!

This was my second trip to this ramen shop; I liked it enough to come back. I really appreciate the fact that it is open until 11pm. I drove 30-40 minutes from Orange County, where every store around me is closed early due to the virus.

Even though it's take-out only right now and I live a half-hour drive away, it's still warm when I get home. If it tastes this good when it's warm, I can't wait until I can try it hot in the restaurant.

So far, I have tried the Asahikawa shoyu ramen, and the butter scallop miso ramen. The miso broth is really good, but so far my favorite is the shoyu.

Every component in the ramen is flavored, from the eggs to the bamboo shoots. You'd think so many different flavored items would conflict, but they work very well together. Shoyu broth was on the slightly saltier side, but with the noodles it paired well. I think next time I order it and am eating it at home, I'll use a garlic press and crush some fresh garlic on it (I think fresh garlic tastes awesome on all ramen).

The scallops on the butter miso ramen were not overcooked or rubbery, and the taste did not overpower the entire dish. So if you want the scallops, but afraid of a ocean-y broth, don't worry about it (also helps that the broth is kept separate for your ride home) ????

I'm a huge fan of the eggs. It's one of my favorite types of eggs, flavored and cooked with a soft yolk in the middle.

The chashu bowl was also very good. Rice and very soft pork topped with green onions and Japanese mayo. The combination is very delicious.

If you like ramen and want to try Hokkaido style, I really recommend this place. My pictures are what the ramen looks like after the long car trip home, not too bad in my opinion, it could've all been thrown together, but it looks all the ingredients were placed with care to what my food is supposed to look like.

Awesome Ramen!