Welcome to Futaba Japanese Restaurant
Futaba Japanese Restaurant offers a delightful culinary journey through authentic Japanese cuisine, specializing in savory ramen and comforting curry dishes. Nestled in Northridge, California, this cozy eatery features a welcoming atmosphere perfect for families and friends. Diners can savor a variety of appetizers like gyoza and tempura, followed by hearty ramen options, including the rich Tonkotsu and vibrant Spicy Miso. The restaurant prides itself on its quality service, with staff treating guests like family. With a commitment to using eco-friendly practices, Futaba stands out for its delicious, flavorful dishes and its warm, inviting ambiance, promising a memorable dining experience.
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18429 Nordhoff St Northridge, CA 91325 United States Hotline: (818) 886-2285
Welcome to Futaba Japanese Restaurant, a gem nestled at 18429 Nordhoff St, Northridge, CA, where the essence of authentic Japanese cuisine comes alive. Specializing in Japanese Curry and Ramen, Futaba delights patrons with a menu that celebrates traditional flavors while catering to modern preferences. With options for vegan and limited vegetarian diets, the restaurant is an inclusive dining destination for everyone.
Upon entering, you're greeted by a cozy atmosphere characterized by a casual, family-friendly vibe. The warm hospitality and friendly staff enhance the dining experience, making every visit feel special. Whether you’re dining in the comfortably appointed interior or enjoying the outdoor seating, you’ll appreciate the thoughtful details—like plastic-free packaging and reusable tableware—that reflect a commitment to sustainability.
The menu is rich with enticing options that cater to diverse palates. Start your meal with appetizers like crispy Gyoza or Chicken Karaage, perfectly marinated and fried to golden perfection. For ramen enthusiasts, Futaba’s signature bowls are a must-try. Highlights include the Futaba-Tonkotsu Ramen with its rich, flavorful broth and the Black Garlic Tonkotsu, a treat that elevates traditional flavors with an unforgettable depth.
- Ramen Choices:
- Spicy Miso Ramen - A warm embrace of flavor that warms the soul.
- Curry Ramen - A unique twist that marries the two beloved elements of Japanese cooking.
- Seafood Ramen - A delightful array of ocean-fresh ingredients swimming in savory broth.
- Curry Delights:
- Katsu Curry - A lovely combination of panko-crusted cutlet and rich curry sauce.
- Curry Rice - Comfort food that hits the spot with satisfying warmth.
Customer feedback underscores Futaba's commitment to quality. Many rave about the fast service and the way the dishes remind them of authentic Japanese meals. One diner noted how the ramen broth struck a perfect balance of flavors. Several patrons highlight the restaurant’s cozy ambiance, with many declaring Futaba their go-to spot for casual dining or family outings.
In today’s bustling dining scene, Futaba Japanese Restaurant stands out not only for its exceptional food but also for its inviting atmosphere and dedication to providing excellent service. Whether you’re a ramen aficionado or a newcomer to Japanese cuisine, Futaba is sure to impress. Visit us soon, because delicious experiences await!
For reservations, takeout, or delivery, call us at (818) 886-2285. Don’t forget: free Wi-Fi and on-site parking make your visit even more convenient!
Our go to restaurant. Very friendly staff, clean restaurant, delicious food and fast service
Had a nice lunch for a first visit to Futaba. Wait for table took some time but table came through as server informed after a reasonable wait for last leg of lunch rush 1:30 pm. My lunch dates opted for the Garlic Truffle Edamame, Karaage Chicken, and Shrimp Tempura for starters. All were tasty and prepared well. The shrimps were nice and crispy while still light on batter to protein. House salad dressing had some spiciness to it unexpected but good. Mains ordered were the Black Tonkatsu Ramen (which I surprisingly forgot to taste) and house Futaba Tonkatsu ramen with a gyudon and curry rice for combo items. House ramen broth was good, balanced in flavor and consistency. Thin styled noodles were tender cooked, sliced pork was a proper portion to last the serving. Though the soy sauce egg was not soft and runny like I prefer it was the sidekick that good ramen gets. Bean sprouts are served pre meal and in the ramen. They were plump and white, looked like they weren't seasoned or oiled as the pre meal snack but had flavor, I'd say less pepper than other places are serving. Gyudon was delicious and savory. The curry was not offered on a spice scale to my knowledge, but good as is. Not too hot, not too sweet, and not too heavy or sticky. Only drawback is like most other places, when a side of curry is served, the red candied radish called Fujinzuke served as a garnish does not come along unless ordering a full curry plate. Futaba is a comfortable space with hearty fare. Maybe the contender for best authentic ramen this side of town now that an old favorite is no more since the original chef went home to Japan to retire. Will definitely return to try more.
I love the teriyaki salmon and would come back. The ramen is really good and it was a great experience. One of my favorite restaurants.
Delicious, reminds me of the food I ate in Japan. The soba as well as the udon and tempura were great.
i love the family vibes of this restaurant! Good service. I'm not the biggest fan of ramen tho I have friends that will come back for it. I personally like their curries and takoyaki can def satisfy the craving.
I ordered a ramen curry combo and it was so good. Their portions felt quite large, I ordered the shoyu ramen with a small curry. The small curry was so large in my opinion, so it felt like a good price. The service was quite fast, I ordered the food there and it was out super fast for take out. I'm excited to come back and try something different from here.
I love this place - First of all they have fantastic Japanese curry (w or without Katsu) and that's already more than most Japanese restaurants can say! And I love the cozy vibes they have upstairs as well as the family feel to the restaurant! Really excellent!
Fantastic food! Limited indoor seating, about 8 tables. Sunday late lunch (1:20pm). Fast service. Ordered the seafood ramen. Great savory umami tasting broth loaded with mini scallops, shrimp, half an egg and one mussel. Small cozy Japanese cafe... reminiscent of Japan. Love it.
We are so happy this place is still open!! The service is fantastic!! They treat you like you are family (not the dysfunctional kind), they want to make sure everything is well, and Becky has conversations with us. We just love it!! Food is tasty and price is decent and not outrageous. I love how this place gives me like a warm and cozy feeling vibe. Just remember they close on Mondays.
My son was craving for Ramen and decided to try this place. We ordered gyoza, fried rice, ramen noodles and green tea tempura. All I can say is wow! I'm not a fan of ramen but I love this place! They make ramen the way I like it!!! My son got the garlic ramen and I got the futaba ramen and they were both delicious! The gyoza and fried rice tasted really good too as well as the dessert! Price was very reasonable and they have great staff! Especially Lawrence! What a young hardworking fine young man! Very attentive, courteous and fast! So is the lady who was working alongside him. She was very pleasant as well. The place is very small and always packed on weekends. Better to go early since wait could take up to 40 minutes. At first, I couldn't find the place since the building didn't have its name on. But it's located on 2nd floor above Waba Grill. Highly recommend!!!