What's Up Japanese Noodles
Downtown Fullerton, Fullerton
Bar in Fullerton, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
What's Up Japanese Noodles works for a casual Fullerton noodle stop when ease matters more than a formal dining room. It is better suited to solo meals, casual dates, repeat visits than big groups or special occasions; cross-shop Huntington Ramen & Sushi for a direct ramen-and-sushi comparison, or Hopscotch Craft Beer and Whiskey if drinks matter more.
About What's Up Japanese Noodles
What's Up Japanese Noodles is best framed as a casual Fullerton option with broad daily hours. It is in Fullerton, the dress code is casual, it is open every day from 11 AM to 1 AM. For planning, think convenience and a relaxed stop rather than a highly defined dining format.
The main reason to choose it is flexibility. If someone is deciding whether it fits the night, the clearest case is a casual stop with late hours. It is a weaker fit for diners who want to pin down format, menu, or special-occasion planning in advance. For comparison, you can also look at The Cellar Restaurant or Hopscotch Craft Beer and Whiskey when choosing between different Fullerton options.
Use it for a casual, flexible stop, not a big-night reservation
The value here is practical: casual dress and daily 11 AM–1 AM hours make it easy to fit into a low-key Fullerton plan. If menu, chef, price, seating, reservations, or awards are central to the decision, compare it with other options rather than assume a higher-touch restaurant experience. If the group wants to compare different kinds of venues, Continental Room or Bootlegger's Brewery Tasting Room may be worth considering. Huntington Ramen & Sushi is another option to consider.
The safest expectation for atmosphere is casual. That makes it useful when the plan is uncomplicated and timing matters. For occasions that depend on a specific room style, service format, or celebratory feel, check directly with the venue before building the plan around it. For broader planning across the city, compare other Fullerton options, including those in Our full Fullerton bars guide.
What to decide before going
The practical decision is whether a casual Fullerton stop with late daily hours matches the plan. If yes, What's Up Japanese Noodles is easy to keep on the shortlist. If the plan involves a larger group, a celebratory spend, or a longer itinerary, choose based on more specific needs and check any details that matter directly with the venue.
Quick reference: use it as a casual Fullerton venue open daily from 11 AM to 1 AM, rather than as a high-production night out.
Planning details
- Location
- 512 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831
- Website
- whatsupjapanesenoodles.shop
- Phone
- +1 714 526 5966
The take
The Take
The Vibe
What's Up Japanese Noodles presents a straightforward, neighborhood-minded vibe that leans casual and lively rather than polished. It sits on a working corridor of Fullerton where local crowds flow between bars and eateries, and the restaurant matches that rhythm with an unpretentious, noodle-forward concept. The tone is approachable: bowls take center stage and the setting supports quick stops as easily as an evening anchor. Expect an unfussy, convivial environment that feels rooted in the neighborhood's after-dark circuit rather than a curated downtown dining destination.
Best For
This spot is best for evening plans that involve hopping the local bar circuit or anchoring a casual dinner. It fits late-night outings and after-work hangs, offering satisfying noodle bowls that pair naturally with drinks before or after visits to nearby breweries and bars. The format is designed to be accessible—good enough to serve as a proper dinner but informal enough to work as a pre- or post-bar stop—so it suits groups headed out for a lively night in Fullerton as well as individuals looking for a straightforward bowl and a beer.
Ordering Tips
Menu focus is clearly on ramen and udon formats, so ordering revolves around those bowls. If you want something that will anchor the night, choose a fuller noodle bowl—broth and noodle sourcing are highlighted as meaningful differentiators in the category. If you're planning to hop bars afterward, opt for a simpler or lighter bowl so you leave room for drinks. The neighborhood context rewards straightforward choices: pick a noodle format you like and let it stand as the meal’s centerpiece rather than hunting for elaborate dishes.
Venue details
Ambiance
Laid-back with reggae music, authentic Japanese noodle house feel, small and bustling with open kitchen.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Sake Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Reggae
Signature Pours
- AKA Spicy Miso
- KURO Tonkotsu Shoyu
- CHA Miso
Planning details
Location
512 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Huntington Ramen & Sushi, Notable alternative
- Hopscotch Craft Beer and Whiskey, Notable alternative
- The Cellar Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Continental Room, Notable alternative
- Bootlegger's Brewery Tasting Room, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Fullerton
Huntington Ramen & Sushi is the closest food-category comparison: choose it when the group wants both ramen and sushi in the same decision set. What's Up Japanese Noodles is the simpler pick when the outing is noodle-first and low-planning. Neither should be treated like a splurge restaurant; the decision is about format and convenience.
For drinks-led nights, Hopscotch Craft Beer and Whiskey, Continental Room, Bootlegger's Brewery Tasting Room are better fits than a noodle shop. Hopscotch is the stronger cross-shop for whiskey or craft beer, Continental Room is better when the night is bar-first, Bootlegger's makes more sense for a brewery tasting-room plan.
The Cellar Restaurant is the clear alternative when the meal needs more occasion energy. Choose What's Up Japanese Noodles for an easy repeat meal; choose The Cellar when the room, pacing, sense of occasion matter more than speed or simplicity.
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Compare What's Up Japanese Noodles
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| What's Up Japanese Noodles | Fullerton | No published awards |
| Huntington Ramen & Sushi | Fullerton | No published awards |
| Hopscotch Craft Beer and Whiskey | Fullerton | No published awards |
| The Cellar Restaurant | Fullerton | No published awards |
| Continental Room | Fullerton | No published awards |
| Bootlegger’s Brewery Tasting Room | Fullerton | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is What's Up Japanese Noodles good for a date?
It can work if the date is low-key and the plan is casual. It is in Fullerton, has a casual dress code, is open daily from 11 AM to 1 AM.
Is What's Up Japanese Noodles good for groups?
For groups, plan around its casual dress code and broad daily hours. If you need to compare different venue options, The Cellar Restaurant may be another reference point.
What's the best time to go to What's Up Japanese Noodles?
The hours are 11 AM to 1 AM every day. Choose a time that fits your schedule rather than relying on an assumed quiet window.
Is the food good at What's Up Japanese Noodles?
The main reason to consider it is that it is a casual Fullerton venue with daily 11 AM–1 AM hours; for comparison, Hopscotch Craft Beer and Whiskey or Continental Room may also be worth considering.
Do I need a reservation at What's Up Japanese Noodles?
Does What's Up Japanese Noodles have outdoor seating?
Is What's Up Japanese Noodles open late?
Yes. The hours are 11 AM to 1 AM every day, making it a flexible late option in Fullerton.
