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massive portion and i loved the crispy batter! i liked that they gave sufficient sauce to coat each grain of rice. so many varieties of vege too. service was warm & space was small & homey :")

The salmon sashimi was super fresh!!! The skewers are good with beer but on its own, it’s way too salty for my liking 🙃 Also ordered the shishamo and crab cream croquette which tasted pretty decent

The stall claims to not use any MSG, but the chicken broth is naturally rich in flavour which was satisfying. While I still prefer tonkotsu broth for my ramen, this bowl is still a pleasant choice as it presents itself as a simple delicacy. A relatively small shop, but the staff were very welcoming and kind. For a 4.5 star rating on Google, I was pretty excited for Matsuri and expecting to be mindblown, though alas, there was nothing much that stood out to me in particular. Maybe I tried the wrong dish?

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The Kaisendon ($24) was also quite the stellar bowl. Not really sure what are the types of sashimi included (ebi, possibly sea bass?, sea bream?, seared tuna?), I really enjoyed the sweetness of the fresh slices and the thickness of the cuts. Even though there was a very nice selection of seafood, it was simply not enough for a greedy me. While I do think you are getting your money’s worth with the quality, I just wish there was more!

Serving great value lunch, SAKEMARU Artisan Sake Hideout’s Two Cuts of Wagyu Roast Beef Bowl ($24) was real satisfying - one of the best that I had of late. Succulent, nicely marbled and slightly beefy (in the best possible way), the slices of roast beef were so well-executed. One is a leaner cut and is more cooked through (but is still tender) while the other is fattier and on the raw side (savoury and kinda melty with the slightest chew). Hard to pick a favourite as both were distinctly good. The thinly cut proteins were even better coated with their homemade sauce and a beautifully luscious yolk. Each donburi set also comes with miso soup (yay to free refills), one appetizer and customisable rice size (150g, 200g and 300g).

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Thick ramen noodles generously crowned with spring onions, onsen egg, seaweed, and spicy minced meats. It's like Dan Dan noodles but with a Japanese twist. The noodles are incredibly slurpy and bursting with flavour. For an extra kick, add some fried garlic. Once you've savoured all the noodles, don't hesitate to request a small saucer plate of rice to mix with any leftover sauce. And here's a bonus – if you're feeling particularly hungry, you're in for a treat as they offer a free upsize on the noodles. Plus, there's a complimentary jug of cold tea on the table, perfect for quenching your thirst.

Pro tip: Arrive early to avoid the queue.
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🚩Ramen Matsuri, 7 N Canal Rd, Singapore 048820
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Stated as the number 1 rich chicken soup in Singapore since 2014, most people would come here for their signature chicken broth ramen or mazesoba.

The Torikoku Special would be their signature chicken broth ramen, comes with 2 type of meats in the bowl. You get both chashu and chicken fillet, which both complement with smooth texture.

The chicken broth has the subtle hints of chicken stock aroma in it.

As for our 2nd main, we went with their angel hair pasta which featured truffle and ikura.

We enjoyed this more than the buta mayonnaise. The pasta was al dente and the truffle notes was nutty and earthy without being overwhelming. Portion though was a little on the small side and ikura was also a little on the more side and was closer to ebiko than ikura!

Miss K and I were feeling peckish after spending most of Saturday in the office and were in the mood for an early dinner. A quick search of our options on #BurppleBeyond led us to Yakizen, a homely quiet izakaya located right smack in the heart of the CBD along Circular Road.

Their 1-for-1 mains options is rather limited. We decided to check out the intriguing buta mayonnaise which featured pan-fried pork belly with mayonnaise. To be honest, this dish turned out better than expected as the rich creamy mayonnaise paired surprisingly well with the savoury teriyaki sauce. It did get a little too cloy towards the end as we did not pair it with rice.

The portions though was rather small and at $16.90++ would be rather overpriced without the #BurppleBeyond deal.

For the CBD hustlers, here’s your next affordable lunch spot!

Shinya Izakaya has launched super affordable lunch bento sets starting from just $12++, available from 12pm - 3pm! Featured here is a 4 Kind Bento ($18++), consisting of Salad and Buta Katsu, Tamago Yaki & Salmon Teriyaki, Yakiniku with Vegetables and Sashimi (3 kinds).

If you would like to opt for premium options, they have affordable omakase starting from just $48 for 7-course! Featured here is the Platinum Omakase - at $88, it consists of 10-course:
1️⃣ Zensai (Appetiser) (3 kinds)
2️⃣ Sashimi  (5 kinds)
3️⃣ Sunomono(vinegar-based dishes)
4️⃣ Yakimono
5️⃣ Pan-Fried A5 Wagyu Beef
6️⃣ Nimono (simmered dish) 
7️⃣ Agemono (Deep-fried dish)
8️⃣ Sushi gunkan (5 pieces)
9️⃣ Asari Miso Soup
🔟 Dessert 

For the CBD hustlers, here’s your next affordable lunch spot!

Shinya Izakaya has launched super affordable lunch bento sets starting from just $12++, available from 12pm - 3pm! Featured here is a 4 Kind Bento ($18++), consisting of Salad and Buta Katsu, Tamago Yaki & Salmon Teriyaki, Yakiniku with Vegetables and Sashimi (3 kinds).

If you would like to opt for premium options, they have affordable omakase starting from just $48 for 7-course! Featured here is the Platinum Omakase - at $88, it consists of 10-course:
1️⃣ Zensai (Appetiser) (3 kinds)
2️⃣ Sashimi  (5 kinds)
3️⃣ Sunomono(vinegar-based dishes)
4️⃣ Yakimono
5️⃣ Pan-Fried A5 Wagyu Beef
6️⃣ Nimono (simmered dish) 
7️⃣ Agemono (Deep-fried dish)
8️⃣ Sushi gunkan (5 pieces)
9️⃣ Asari Miso Soup
🔟 Dessert