Tampopo makes their own noodles. Their broths and ramen bowls are generously sized and tastes great. I usually can't even finish a bowl. I've tried all the bowls there and you can't go wrong with the classic Tonkatsu ramen. The two spicy options are good when you want a jolt, though the Ultra Spicy can be so spicy that it covers up any other flavor. The Soy Milk ramen is a tad sweet (who'd thought haha). The Seafood ramen can be fun since the shrimp is whole so you gotta peel it.
The fried octopus balls are great appetizers. It's a tad crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, with a small morsel of octopus that adds flavor. My boyfriend and I almost always get that when we go.
Another highlight is the braised pork rice bowl. It's a few pieces of fatty braised pork belly on top of white rice, with a side of artificial crab. A filling and quick to-go meal for when I don't want soup noodles. If you haven't tried it yet, please do!
Some things I steer away from: the Curry ramen, since it was bland when I had it. Also I watched the chef dump something from a package and add water to it which was disappointing. The Shisito peppers need work too, they were way too big and just plain flavorless.
I love watching the chefs work, and the entire restaurant team is on top of their stuff too.