12 PM - 9:30 PM | North Hollywood
About Us
About
Gokoku Restaurant
Gokoku Vegetarian Ramen & Sushi was founded in 2016 by vegan culinary expert and NPC bikini competitor Shanshan Liu Estacio. A proud army wife, french bulldog mommy, and first-generation Chinese immigrant, Shanshan opened the doors to her North Hollywood restaurant envisioning a diverse vegan menu reflecting the vibrant melting pot of Los Angeles.
Gokuku offers
Gokoku offers a unique variety of entirely meatless and dairy-free sushi and ramen dishes made from fresh, nutrition. Our signature ramen noodles contain over 20 bold natural ingredients that will exhilarate your taste buds, fill your belly and satisfy your nutrient needs!
About The Owner
Chef Shan Shan
“In Chinese culture, food is love. It is the centerpiece of family gatherings and offers a natural way to bond over life’s many ups and downs.
I opened Gokuku to extend my family to every Angeleno in this incredible city, by offering them a friendly respite to pause and connect over a guilt-free and truly delicious vegan meal.
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As a self-taught chef who’s always been fascinated by different cultures and contrasts, I love the challenge of coming up with vegan sushi and ramen dishes that look just as amazing as they taste––it’s a beautiful medium with never-ending potential for creative expression!
A proud army wife, french bulldog mommy, and first-generation Chinese immigrant, Shanshan opened the doors to her North Hollywood restaurant envisioning a diverse vegan menu reflecting the vibrant melting pot of Los Angeles.
In many ways, Gokuku represents my own personal journey. I came to the US from China with nothing but a creative vision on which I’ve built my dreams. Hopefully, my restaurant and food will inspire everyone who walks in here to do the same.”
When she’s not working hard in the kitchen or the gym, Shanshan loves
snowboarding, spending time with her husband Vincent and hanging with Gokoku beloved fur mascots––an adorable Frenchie named Mooky and his sweet Pocket Bully sibling Yogurt.
