Went here a few times, based on a trusted foodie's recommendation. A decorative, miniature ramen stand on their countertop. Before there were food trucks. The Men-Bei Ramen. Curry Ramen. Got the Umani Miso Ramen. Not sure what umani meant, but I think it is a misspelling of umami. The Men-Bei … Continue reading Men-Bei Ramen, Santa Clara
After realizing Ramen Yamadaya was a chain, I wanted to try another branch! Though I went right when it opened, it was pretty empty by the time I was done eating. Different than the SF branch. Also tried different food than the unknown SF ramens. Since discovering tsukemen style ramen in Japan, … Continue reading Ramen Yamadaya, San Jose
After going to Japan, I boycotted all Japanese food in the SF Bay Area for a year. I was pretty disgruntled after experiencing what Japanese food is supposed to be like. Once I got over myself I decided to try this place, which I couldn't try before due to their excessive lines. Pork belly … Continue reading Ramen Yamadaya, San Francisco
Heard about this place from a TV show and thought it was over-hyped because it's on TV. It's downstairs (B1) in Tokyo Station, in the Ramen Street area. If you go off-peak hours, the line can be pretty short! Hype? Well... This was THE BEST ramen I've ever had in my life. By far. Really! … Continue reading Rokurinsha, Tokyo Station
Stopped by a random ramen shop in Shibuya. We placed an order for Oreryu Toku Tsukemen using the vending machine outside. We told them we were sharing, so they came prepared! Love it. The ramen was good; nothing special. The second bowl made the broth cold, so sharing ended up being a bad … Continue reading Oreryu Ramen, Shibuya
