Boston Brookline 🇯🇵 Egg and Rice House Kyuramen

🍜 YinYang Ramen: Brookline's Insta-Famous Spot—Pretty to Look At, Meh to Eat Tried this place post-opening hype (2-hour wait killed my vibe first time!)—finally visited on a weekday. Verdict: Gorgeous decor, so-so food. Perfect for pics, but don’t expect mind-blowing flavors: 🌟 Order This for the 'Gram (But Manage Expectations) YinYang Bowl 🌟🌟🌟 $19.99 • Dual broth (pork + seafood) with shrimp tempura, scallops, onsen egg—all the fixings • Great for sampling both flavors, but broths lack depth (pork too salty, seafood bland) • Pro tip: Add a soft-boiled egg ($2) to salvage the saltiness Pork Tonkatsu Omurice Combo 🌟🌟🌟 $24.99 • Picture-perfect egg blanket over chicken fried rice—slice for that viral oozing shot • Tonkatsu is crispy but dry; Thai milk tea is tooth-achingly sweet (opt for lemonade) • Sauce choice: Demi Glace (beef) > regular curry for richer flavor Matcha Red Bean Pudding 🌟🌟🌟🌟 $8 • Save the best for last! Bitter matcha pudding + sweet red beans, served with cold milk • Creamy texture, balanced sweetness—actually worth the calories 💡 How to Do It Right Timing is Everything： ✅ Weekday lunches: No wait (weekends still 1+ hour) ✅ If forced to wait, lower expectations—food isn’t that good Photo Hacks： • Shoot omurice from above mid-cut for max egg porn • Use the wooden booths + warm lighting for soft glow pics Skip These： • Regular ramen (basic broth, overpriced) • Any drink besides lemonade (sugary AF) 📍 Deets & Vibes Address：1008 Beacon St, Unit F, Brookline, MA 02446 Price：$25–$30/person (combos are better value) Perfect For： ✅ Instagram content creators ✅ First dates (ambiance saves mediocre food) ✅ People who prioritize looks over taste 🌟 Final Take: 3/5 (Style Over Substance) Come for the cute decor and pudding, leave before realizing most dishes are overhyped. Pro tip: Bring a friend who loves taking food pics—you’ll need the distraction from average flavors! 📸 #BostonFoodie #BrooklineEats #InstaRamen #OmuriceLove #BostonReview