Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai - Fountain Valley Menu
Welcome to Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai in Fountain Valley, where authentic ramen meets warm hospitality. Nestled at 18884 Brookhurst St, this vibrant eatery takes the ramen experience to a new level.
The menu shines with standout options like the Spicy Miso Ramen, a favorite among patrons. Reviewers rave about its unique flavor profile—a harmonious blend of spicy and slightly sour, enriched by fresh vegetables. The tender chashu and house-made noodles enhance the dish's appeal, making it a must-try.
Alongside tantalizing ramen, generous portion sizes ensure a fulfilling meal at an accessible price. The inviting atmosphere and attentive service cultivate a memorable dining experience that keeps customers returning for more. Whether you're a ramen aficionado or a newcomer, Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai promises a delightful culinary journey.
Appetizers
Cucumber Salad
Crisp Cucumbers tossed with Garlic Soy Dressing, Sesame Oil, Chili Powder (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Sesame)
Juicy Fried Chicken
Crispy and Juicy Fried Chicken (5 pc), House Special Dipping Sauce, Lemon (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Egg)
Aburi Chashu Plate
Seared Toro Chashu (5) with Aburi Sauce over Shredded Green Onion. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy)
Chashu Bun
Thick Cut Toro Chashu, Ban Nai Bun Sauce, Mayo, Green Onion. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Egg)
Takoyaki
Takoyaki (6), Octopus Balls topped with Sweet Takoyaki Sauce, Mayo, Green Onion and Bonito Flakes. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Egg, Fish)
Spicy Garlic Edamame
Edamame tossed with Garlic Chili Sauce (Allergen: Soy, Dairy, Fish, Sesame)
Edamame
(Allergen: Soy)
Fried Shishito Pepper
Fried Shishito Peppers finished with Dashi Shoyu Sauce (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Fish, Sesame)
Yamitsuki Egg
Our Seasoned Eggs topped with Yamitsuki Sauce (Garlic Soy Dressing, Sesame Oil, Green Onion, Asian Chives, Red Chilli) (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Sesame)
Pan Fried Gyoza
Pan Fried Gyoza (5). (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Egg, Dairy, Sesame)
Chu-Hi - Peach
Japanese Alcoholic Seltzer
Sapporo-Large
Aizu Homare-Yuzu
Sapporo-Small
Chu-Hi - Lemon
Japanese Alcoholic Seltzer
Aizu Homare-Strawberry Nigori
Alcohol
Toppings
Seasoned Egg
(Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Egg)
Umami Chili
(Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Sesame)
Toro Chashu 5pcs
(Allergen: Wheat, Soy)
Green Chili Oil
Seasoned Tofu 5pcs
(Allergen: Wheat, Soy)
Spicy Shredded Green Onion
(Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Fish, Sesame)
Toro Chashu 3pcs
(Allergen: Wheat, Soy)
Extra Soup-Tsukemen (Full Portion)
Boiled Bean Sprouts
Extra Soup-Shoyu (Full Portion)
Mixed Boiled Vegetable
Extra Soup-Green Chili Shio (Full Portion)
Boiled Spinach
Fried Onion
Dried Seaweed
Spicy Miso Paste
Shredded Green Onion
Extra Soup-Spicy Miso (Full Portion)
Corn
Chopped Green Onion
Boiled Nappa Cabbage
Yuzu Chili Paste
Extra Soup-Miso (Full Portion)
Red Ginger
Onsen Tamago (Japanese Soft-Boiled Egg)
Extra Noodle-Regular (Full Portion)
(Allergen: Wheat)
Extra Soup-Tonkotsu (Full Portion)
Extra Soup-Shio (Full Portion)
Boiled Cabbage
Extra Noodle-Gluten Free (Full Portion)
Bamboo Shoot
(Allergen: Wheat, Soy)
Extra Soup-Creamy Vegan (Full Portion)
Extra Soup-Tan Tan (Full Portion)
Kitakata Ramen
Pork Broth, Shoyu Base, Toro Chashu (5), Bamboo Shoot, Green Onions. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Fish) *For takeout and delivery orders, we carefully chill the noodles to maintain their optimal texture and chewiness. Additionally, we provide heating instructions in the bag. If you prefer to cook the noodles at home, you can select the ‘Uncooked Noodle’ option.
Spicy Miso Ramen
Pork Broth, Spicy Miso Base, Toro Chashu (5), Green Onion, Carrots, Spinach, Bean Sprouts, Cabbage, Spicy Garlic Oil. SPICY (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Sesame)
Chashu Ramen
Pork Broth, Shoyu Base, Toro Chashu (13), Bamboo Shoot, Green Onion. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Fish)
Tonkotsu Ramen
Tonkotsu Broth, Toro Chashu (5), Bean Sprouts, Green Onion, Red Ginger, Sesame Seeds (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Sesame) *For takeout and delivery orders, we carefully chill the noodles to maintain their optimal texture and chewiness. Additionally, we provide heating instructions in the bag. If you prefer to cook the noodles at home, you can select the ‘Uncooked Noodle’ option.
Hot & Sour Deluxe Ramen (Limited Time ONLY)
A thick and savory Hot & Sour pork broth with cubed chashu, silky strands of eggs, shiitake and enoki mushrooms, tomatoes, bamboo shoots, refreshing vinegar, and bold chili oil combine to make a soup with rich umami notes paired with our signature Kitakata-style springy noodles, topped with fresh green onions. The Deluxe version includes additional toppings of a seasoned egg and seared chashu slices (x3). (Allergens: Wheat, Soy, Egg, Sesame)
Cold Ramen - HIYASHI (Limited Time ONLY)
Soy Sauce & Rice Vinegar dressing w/ Sesame Oil Chilled Ramen Noodles, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Bean Sprouts, Red Ginger, Toro Chashu(5), Seasoned Egg, Japanese Hot Mustard (Allergens: Wheat, Soy, Fish, Sesame, Egg) *For takeout and delivery orders, we carefully chill the noodles to maintain their optimal texture and chewiness. Additionally, we provide heating instructions in the bag. If you prefer to cook the noodles at home, you can select the ‘Uncooked Noodle’ option.
Mizore Ramen (Limited Time ONLY)
Pork Broth, Shoyu Base, Toro Chashu (5), Yuzu Chili Paste, Radish, Green Onion, Chili Oil. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Fish, Sesame)
Vegan Miso Ramen
Vegan Broth, Miso Base, Seasoned Tofu (5), Cabbage, Nappa, Carrots, Spinach, Green Onion, Garlic, Sesame Oil. VEGAN (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Sesame)
Hot & Sour Original Ramen (Limited Time ONLY)
A thick and savory Hot & Sour pork broth with cubed chashu, silky strands of eggs, shiitake and enoki mushrooms, tomatoes, bamboo shoots, refreshing vinegar, and bold chili oil combine to make a soup with rich umami notes paired with our signature Kitakata-style springy noodles, topped with fresh green onions. (Allergens: Wheat, Soy, Egg, Sesame)
Mazemen Deluxe (Limited Time ONLY)
Shoyu-based sauce, house special noodles. Topped with seasoned egg, seared chashu, chives, dried seaweed (strips and sheets), garlic, green onion, fish powder, black pepper, sesame, minced pork chashu, and an Onsen Tamago (Japanese Soft-Boiled Egg). (Comes with Oi-meshi rice scoop)
Green Chili Shio Ramen
Pork Broth, Shio Base, Toro Chashu(5), Green Chili, Nappa, Asian Chives, Green Onion, Sesame Oil. SPICY (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Fish, Sesame)
Mazemen Original (Limited Time ONLY)
Shoyu-based sauce, house special noodles. Topped with chives, dried seaweed, garlic, green onion, fish powder, black pepper, sesame, minced pork chashu, and an Onsen Tamago (Japanese Soft-Boiled Egg). (Comes with Oi-meshi rice scoop)
Tsukemen (Cold Noodle)
Pork Broth, Dashi Shoyu Base, Toro Chashu (5), Bamboo Shoots, Bean Sprouts, Green Onion, Lemon. (Cold Noodle) (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Fish, Sesame)
Rich Miso Ramen
Pork Broth, Miso Base, Toro Chashu (5), Bean Sprouts, Corn, Green Onions. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Fish, Sesame)
Mixed Boiled Vegetable Shio Ramen
Pork Broth, Shio Base, Toro Chashu (5), Cabbage, Bean Sprouts, Carrots, Spinach, Asian Chives. NOT VEGETARIAN/VEGAN (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Fish, Sesame)
Umakara Tan Tan Ramen
Pork Broth, Spicy Tan Tan Base, Cubed Toro Chashu, Bean Sprouts, Green Onion, Asian Chives, Spicy Garlic Oil, Red Pepper, Sichuan Pepper, Sesame Seads. Spicy (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Sesame)
Creamy Vegan Ramen
Creamy Vegan Broth, Seasoned Tofu (5), Bean Sprouts, Green Onion, Red Ginger, Fried Onion, Sesame Oil (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Sesame) *Only the Creamy Vegan Base and Miso Base are Vegan. Other Bases are Non-Vegan *For takeout and delivery orders, we carefully chill the noodles to maintain their optimal texture and chewiness. Additionally, we provide heating instructions in the bag. If you prefer to cook the noodles at home, you can select the ‘Uncooked Noodle’ option.
Ramen
Soft Drink
Coca-Cola
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Ramune-Melon
Ramune-Original
Green Tea-Cold
Ramune-Strawberry
Housemade Matcha Latte (Iced)
Homemade matcha latte. (whole milk - lactose free)
Ramune-Lychee
Calpico
(Allergen: Dairy, Soy)
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Small Aburi Chashu Bowl
Seared Toro Chashu (3) with Aburi Sauce, Green Onion. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy)
Aburi Chashu Bowl
Seared Toro Chashu (10) with Aburi Sauce, Shredded Green Onion, Red Ginger, Soup. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Fish, Sesame)
Small Ban Nai Pork Curry
Made in house Japanese curry with pork, vegetables and rice. Bursting with flavor, medium spicy. (Allergen, Wheat, Soy)
Steamed Rice
Cubed Chashu Bowl
Cubed Toro Chashu flavored with Sweet & Semi-Spicy Soy Sauce, Onsen Tamago (Japanese Soft-Boiled Egg), Green Onion, Rice, Soup. (Allergen: Egg, Wheat, Soy, Sesame, Fish)
Small Juicy Fried Chicken Bowl
Juicy Fried Chicken (2), House Special Sauce. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Egg)
Juicy Fried Chicken Bowl
Juicy Fried Chicken (8), House Special Sauce, Soup. (Allergen: Wheat, Soy, Egg, Fish)
Small Cubed Chashu Bowl
Cubed Toro Chashu flavored with Sweet & Semi-Spicy Soy Sauce, Onsen Tamago (Japanese Soft-Boiled Egg), Green Onion, Rice. (Allergen: Egg, Wheat, Soy, Sesame)
Ban Nai Pork Curry
Made in house Japanese curry with pork, vegetables and rice. Bursting with flavor, medium spicy. (Allergen, Wheat, Soy)
Rice Bowls
Desserts
Matcha Brulee Cheesecake (Limited Time ONLY)
Matcha Cheesecake with a Caramelized Brulee Crust and a dollop of Whipped Cream with a dusting of fine Matcha powder.