Ramen selection · Hollywood
Tonchin
Tonkotsu. Modern, stylish and refined, in Hollywood · 366 reviews on Google
The house is also praised for its original dishes and cocktails, like the stuffed buns and the Tokyo Banana dessert, along with the attentive service many customers mention. Some visitors note higher-than-average prices and a chashu that's sometimes too thin for their taste.
The highlight
A rich, enveloping tonkotsu broth in a modern, stylish setting, with the classic Tokyo Tonkotsu the most recommended order.
The house
Order the Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen (classic)
Specialty Tonkotsu
Style Modern, stylish and refined
Price / person ~$30–40
When to go Lunch & dinner, every day
Veg options Praised vegan/vegetarian ramen (Spicy Miso Ramen, vegetarian Ban Ban).
What people say
Comments inspired by 366 reviews, summarized with AI
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The classic tonkotsu is exactly what you want: creamy, pork-forward broth with chashu that practically melts.
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It's the closest to Japan we've found — the depth of the broth is spot on.
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The noodles are thick and springy, built to carry that luxurious broth.
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The marinated soft-boiled egg and the chashu are done to perfection.
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Even my wife's vegan miso-ginger ramen was incredibly savory.
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The roasted chashu is different from the usual fatty slices — really good.
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The tsukune buns, with well-seasoned chicken meatballs in soft pillowy buns, were a highlight.
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The room is modern and stylish, striking just the right balance of energy and comfort.
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The interior is beautiful and chic, and sometimes they even have live music.
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I ordered the tsukemen out of curiosity, the dipping noodles in a thick pork and seafood broth with more depth than I expected.
Hours & location
Address 5665 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
From center ~7.3 km
Hours
- Monday5:30–10 PM
- Tuesday5:30–10 PM
- Wednesday5:30–10 PM
- Thursday5:30–10 PM
- Friday12–10 PM
- Saturday12–10 PM
- Sunday12–9 PM
Hours from Google, checked Aug 2026. Confirm on Maps before you go.
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