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Danikokuya El Monte, the premier Ramen restaurant in El Monte, CA, offers a unique dining experience that combines traditional Japanese flavors with modern twists. As a Family restaurant, we cater to all ages and tastes, providing a welcoming atmosphere for everyone. Indulge in our signature Ramen dishes, crafted with rich broths and fresh ingredients, or explore our diverse menu featuring Sushi, Noodle shop favorites, and innovative Vegan restaurant options. After dinner, treat yourself to a sweet delight at our Ice cream shop, offering a variety of flavors to satisfy your cravings. Pair your meal with a refreshing drink from our Beer garden, featuring an extensive selection of beers and cocktails. Conveniently located at 9911 Garvey Ave, El Monte, CA 91733, Danikokuya El Monte is the perfect spot for a casual Lunch restaurant gathering or a night out with friends. Come visit us today and experience the best of Asian restaurant cuisine in El Monte!

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This cozy Asian restaurant in El Monte serves up flavorful dishes with generous portions. Daikokuya's menu boasts a range of options, from savory ramen to mouthwatering sushi and udon. While service can be slow, the food's quality and affordability make it a local favorite.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Zomato: 4.2/5

OpenTable: 4.4/5

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Wayne Cheng
Wayne Cheng -Google user
2 weeks ago
Whenever we visit Little Tokyo, we will have ramen at Daikonuya. It was a pleasant surprise to find this spot in El Monte, as it's way closer to where we live. All the dishes we ordered tasted great. Service is prompt and friendly. Will...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 4No wait
Adrian Arellano
Adrian Arellano -Google user
a month ago
Food was excellent! $9/32 oz beer for the win! Timely service but homeboy could’ve been a little more welcoming/friendly.
Atmosphere: 4
Jia Li
Jia Li -Google user
5 months ago
Great food! Plenty of parking. Service can be a bit slow, especially when it's busy, so be patient.
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 3Deluxe Daikokuya Ramen, Salad BowlSomewhat recommendClearly labeled vegetarian dishesPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking
StarSanti
StarSanti -Google user
a year ago
Craving some ramen I decided to go to daikokuya in little Tokyo . But then I noticed there was one 3 miles away from where I was so decided to go there. I went when they just first opened so the experience was good ....Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lotPretty good amount of parking space.
Andil Ong
Andil Ong -Google user
a year ago
- Never been to this branch before but the food is still the same Daikokuya Ramen Quality that I have loved for 20 years - Out of all the branches I been, I like this one the most. Really feels like Ramen bar in Japan.
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Xeraeus “Jun” Kindly
Xeraeus “Jun” Kindly -Google user
a year ago
I've been to the one at little Tokyo and the lines and how chaotic it was there was not my favorite thing! This place though was nice I honestly think the atmosphere and aesthetics of this location is way nicer it's pretty chill too! My...Read More
Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5Free parking lot, Free street parking
Javier Sanchez
Javier Sanchez -Google user
2 years ago
The food is ok, it seems they have changed the recipe from the one in Little Tokyo. Their signature ramen seems to be missing something. 3 stars for the ramen but 5 stars for the hot asian guy who served on us and the other...Read More
Poly Gone
Poly Gone -Google user
3 years ago
This is a fantastic ramen restaurant. I got the spicy miso ramen and small pork cutlet bowl combo $20.95 and it was delicious! The portions are large and filled me up. Way less crowded than their Little Tokyo location. The staff...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30
Cyan H
Cyan H -Google user
7 months ago
Last year I given a 3 out of 5…SEEEEE! They improve and make it better! I mean wonderful! Love it!! I left the precious comments below lol (The food in this store tastes the same as another chain store, but there don't seem to be many people there, giving...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Gustavo Ramirez
Gustavo Ramirez -Google user
2 years ago
Had the Daikoku ramen combo with the fried rice. The ramen was good but next time I’ll add the kotterri flavor to make the broth richer. The noodles were cooked well and it came with a whole egg. The chashu pork had such a great...Read More
John Zhuang
John Zhuang -Google user
a week ago
Great food, portion, and service! The fire truck is a must have! Great variety if you don’t know what you want.
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Indoor dining area
Richard Chacon
Richard Chacon -Google user
6 months ago
No TV’s bit a fantastic meal at DaiK. Unbeknownst to me, there is a very popular location in downtown Jtown. Fried spicy tuna roll appetizer was fresh and flavorful. However the star of the show is the ramen. I had the Daikuya ramen which is...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Deluxe Daikokuya RamenPlenty of parkingSmall amount of tables but large counter
Daisy Tan (AmberFaux)
Daisy Tan (AmberFaux) -Google user
3 years ago
Pro: Excellent customer service, clean and cozy setting. Fair prices for good food. Con: Broth was a bit salty for taste. Friday night, I walked into the local Daikokuya ramen shoppe and was immediately greeted and seated. I ordered the Chicken Karaage, Geso Age, and Spicy Miso...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30
Juan Cifuentes
Juan Cifuentes -Google user
2 years ago
Food was delicious and the server was very attentive to my wife’s food allergies. Above and beyond our expectations with the taste and service. We’ll definitely be back. Also less crowded than the Monterey Park one. Thank you!
Dine inDinner$20–30
erickmac88
erickmac88 -Google user
2 years ago
Any Daikokuya is amazing but this one is worth the drive. I drive past 2 Daikokuyas just to get to this one because there is almost never a wait! The food is amazing obviously. I recommend the classic combo. The tonkotsu ramen. Ask for kotteri...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lotI've never not found parking in the lot. Pretty good size for the location.
Alex Le
Alex Le -Google user
2 weeks ago
Fantastic ramen, hard for me to say if it's as good as the og Little Tokyo location but it's still pretty damn good and it's a lot closer for me personally. This location also has a sweet lunch combo, crazy good value and flavor.
$10–20Atmosphere: 5Moderate noise1 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 peopleSomewhat difficult to find parkingFree parking lotVery small parking lot that can be a little tricky to get out of.
Brandon Ramirez
Brandon Ramirez -Google user
a year ago
I'm a huge fan of this particular ramen chain, so discovering a new spot near my work was a pleasant surprise. The location boasts of a fantastic lunch special that makes it all the more alluring. The sushi is great. Fresh and flavorful. Its authentic...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lotParking is located at the back of the business. There is a large black sign indicating where to turn
Juan Hidalgo Jr
Juan Hidalgo Jr -Google user
a year ago
Let me start off by saying that this spot has definitely met the little Tokyo (original) Daikokuya standards. In no-way am I dissing the original spot but this place is it (mind you, you don’t have to wait 1 hour to get seated in this...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Karthik D
Karthik D -Google user
a year ago
Great ramen, great service and nice Japanese style atmosphere. Got the spicy vegan sesame ramen; could have been a bit spicier but i also didnt ask for a spice adjustment. Strong sesame taste with a slight miso taste as well. Overall good ramen, and their...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Extra Chashu Pork, Vegan Spicy Sesame RamenHighly recommendLarge vegetarian selection, Clearly labeled vegetarian dishes
Ruopan Yang
Ruopan Yang -Google user
7 months ago
I've heard a lot about here and arrived at 2:30 p.a on a Wednesday. I was the only guest in the store. Luckily, just in time for the lunch special to end in half hour.
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Somewhat recommendClearly labeled vegetarian dishesPlenty of parkingFree parking lot

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