Killer Noodle Tsujita

"This tantanmen specialist on Sawtelle comes from the prolific Tsujita group, which already has two standout noodle restaurants on the block. What’s different about Killer Noodle is its homage to the spicy, Chinese-inflected tantanmen. With sesame- and pepper-laden noodles, the ramen is served as a noodle soup or “dry” on a platter. The waits can be very long during prime dining hours." - Matthew Kang

"Killer Noodle is another ramen spot from the noodle experts at Tsujita, but here they serve tantanmen, Japan’s version of dan dan noodles. Choose from a handful of styles, like the creamy Tokyo with peanut butter and sesame oil, and the Downtown, which has a vinegary kick. You can also personalize the spice and mala numbing levels of your bowl on a scale from one to six, with a level three falling into the spicy-enough territory. " - Brant Cox, Sylvio Martins, Arden Shore

"This tantanmen specialist on Sawtelle comes from the prolific Tsujita group, which already has two standout noodle restaurants on the block. What’s different about Killer Noodle is its homage to the spicy, Chinese-inflected tantanmen. With sesame- and pepper-laden noodles, the ramen is served as a noodle soup or “dry” on a platter. The waits can be very long during prime dining hours." - Matthew Kang

"This sister spot to ramen palace Tsujita specializes in tan tan ramen, a Japanese favorite that’s equal parts tantanmen (dipping ramen) and spicy Sichuan dan dan noodles. The original bowl is light and gently herbaceous, with bold notes of peanut and garlic accenting the ground pork and tofu, while the “downtown” version is tangier and nuttier. If you’d rather slurp sans soup, either bowl can be ordered “dry” as well.The “killer” in the restaurant's moniker comes from the range of spice levels offered to diners—opt for the six out of six, and you’ll be supremely grateful for the pitcher of water provided to each table. All those heaping portions of chili oil are matched by the casual, cheerful dining room, which is dressed in shades of screaming red." - Michelin Inspector

"The Tsujita crew continues their quest to take over all of Sawtelle Blvd. with the opening of yet another spot on the street. Killer Noodle specializes in tantanmen, the Japanese version of dan dan noodles, so this is no place to bring that one friend who can’t handle mild Tostitos salsa. Once you conquer the wait (expect at least half an hour at peak eating hours), there are three types of tantanmen to choose from, at six different levels of spice. The menu has a list of “7 Fundamentals” including not to order a level five or six if it’s your first visit, and a request to “Please take care of your bottoms when you complete your meal.” The noodle bowls themselves are fantastic, especially the sesame-based Tokyo style, with a broth isn’t overpowered by spice (at least if you go for their recommended first-time level three)." - Jess Basser Sanders