udon at Marugame Monzo Anne Fishbein

If you're a fan of noodles -- as most of us have been since the age of maybe four -- then Los Angeles is a pretty great place to eat. Specifically, noodles of the non-European variety: ramen, dan dan mien, udon, tsukemen. Here's a visual aid to some of the best in town, past and present. Happy noodling.