Laki Ramen

If you've never tried chicken baitang, this relatively new Mid-Wilshire strip mall joint is a worthy introduction to this lighter, still quite flavorful ramen broth. Run by a chef who trained at Menya Takeichi (one of Japan's most famous chicken ramen chains), Laki Ramen offers both spicy and regular versions of chicken baitang, along with tsukemen and a delicious vegan option made with soymilk and mushrooms. The chicken baitang has a slightly thicker consistency than the more ubiquitous pork tonkotsu, but the springy noodles and excellent toppings balance out each bowl. As of now, we've yet to find better chicken-based ramen in Los Angeles.