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Came by as I had a Chope 1-for-1 voucher. I chose the Uni & Chashu Tsukemen ($22) while my partner had the Lobster Dry Ramen ($20).

The tsukemen came with a healthy amount of thick and chewy noodles, with a slab of chashu and two sticks of bamboo shoots. The noodles were cooked perfectly and went great with the thick and flavourful dipping sauce. Although, I could not taste the brineyness of uni in the sauce at all, this was still pretty enjoyable as it is. Just that the chashu was practically 1/2 fats.

As for the lobster dry ramen, while there was a strong whiff of shellfish from the dish when it arrived, the lack of any real lobster meat was to be expected to say the least. The noodles here were more of the thin and springy kind, which I thought was better suited for dry ramen as compared to the thicker ones. Taste-wise, this was average at best.

Overall, our experience here was average at best - from the flavours of the food to the responsiveness of the service staff (I stood at the counter for a good minute waiting for someone to attend to me). The only good point of the meal was that we could help ourselves to complimentary lettuce and hardboiled eggs. Otherwise, would not return.

Seriously the last time I came here was so long ago, before COVID time. Today I found the reason to grab my quick meal before a show nearby.

Found out about this stall called the Hokkaido Ramen Ezokura. Went for their tonkotsu ajitama ramen. Flavourful broth with tender meat and soft boiled egg.

Not worth the hype at all. Despite the claim of a fish broth ramen, when ordering the staff said it is pork based, so one of our friends chose the chicken broth based ramen, and we ordered a signature ramen. The noodles were overdone and toppings weren't anything great - the egg was probably the saving grace of the dish.

We ordered the fried chicked on the side that was too hard and dry. When we went to pay, and informed the staff, they said we could choose how we wanted the noodles & tried to upsell other dishes for the next visit instead of fixing the current menu - aka the taste of the broth. Both my friend and I didn't finish the broth and felt that other ramen places were better..and cheaper. Disappointing experience.

The food is delicious: The chilli crab ramen is strange but yummy, the signature one is good but nothing to write home about. Service is extremely blurred: terrible confusion of orders between adjoining table and ours (including for payment at exit); we had to constantly ask for refills of water although the restaurant was only half full. All in all, a bit overpriced but worth it for periodic indulgence.

The food is delicious: The chilli crab ramen is strange but yummy, the signature one is good but nothing to write home about. Service is extremely blurred: terrible confusion of orders between adjoining table and ours (including for payment at exit); we had to constantly ask for refills of water although the restaurant was only half full. All in all, a bit overpriced but worth it for periodic indulgence.

The food is delicious: The chilli crab ramen is strange but yummy, the signature one is good but nothing to write home about. Service is extremely blurred: terrible confusion of orders between adjoining table and ours (including for payment at exit); we had to constantly ask for refills of water although the restaurant was only half full. All in all, a bit overpriced but worth it for periodic indulgence.

The food is delicious: The chilli crab ramen is strange but yummy, the signature one is good but nothing to write home about. Service is extremely blurred: terrible confusion of orders between adjoining table and ours (including for payment at exit); we had to constantly ask for refills of water although the restaurant was only half full. All in all, a bit overpriced but worth it for periodic indulgence.

Was introduced by friend for this restaurant for their Tsukemen which is ramen dipped with sardine broth.

In my opinion, is just normal which instead of cold soba with soyu, this is cooked ramen with with sardine broth. Tastewise is nothing special.

Wouldn't queue up for it

We had dinner tonight at @hanamaruken_sg Hanamaruken Ramen, a famous ramen shop from Osaka. It's one of our go-to ramen shops, especially for the Signature Happiness (Mega)! It has so much meat in it.

The star of the show, of course, was the Signature Happiness (Mega). This behemoth of a dish is piled high with tender, succulent pork ribs, making it a carnivore's dream come true. The rich, flavorful broth complements the meat perfectly, creating a truly satisfying meal.

While the Signature Happiness (Mega) was the highlight of the meal, We also tried a few other dishes. While most were nothing special, the Chahan Japanese Fried Rice was surprisingly delicious. It was packed with flavor and had the perfect texture.

Stepping into Mensho Tokyo, we knew we were in for a memorable ramen experience, but their Signature Toripaitan Ramen took it to another level. The house-made wavy wheat noodles, crafted with such finesse, swim in a creamy chicken broth that has all the silkiness you could hope for. What elevates this dish even further is the trio of proteins it brings: A5 Wagyu, smoked pork, duck, and chicken chashu. Each protein has a distinct texture and depth of flavor, blending seamlessly with the rich broth. Truffle sauce, ajitama eggs, and king oyster mushrooms add a gourmet touch, making every bite decadent and memorable.

Their Duck Matcha Ramen was another standout, showcasing a unique take on flavor. Instead of an overpowering matcha taste, the broth leaned into a creamy consistency that carried subtle hints of green tea, creating a well-balanced and surprising flavor profile. It’s an interesting choice for anyone looking for ramen with a twist.

A fun side addition was the Enoki Chips—crispy, fried enoki mushrooms that come with a sprinkle of chili powder. These chips add a delightful crunch and just the right amount of heat when paired with the ramen.

What’s more, Mensho Tokyo offers a peek into its noodle-making process. Just by the entrance, the noodle room grinds whole wheat grains into fresh flour to make noodles daily, giving diners an up-close look at the care that goes into their meal. It’s a small but captivating detail that highlights the artisanal quality of the ramen here.

The food was really good and excellent service

(Regular Size - $12.90++) I finally tried their ramen at orchard ctrl lvl 7 after seeing them on google lol. But the soup broth was quite slightly heavy and thick texture on flavour. The noodle texture can be customised to your choice from soft to hard. I did choose medium noodle texture. I felt that it's not that bad tbh but the soup broth I felt it was a bit turned off for me.