Futago Ya — Restaurant in Jakarta

Finally got to try this place on weekend at non rush hour time, because usually the queue is too long. At first I will review the place and ambience, this restaurant is too small, so you can't go here on a big group (maximum 3 person) if you want to sit together. It has indoor and outdoor are, for outdoor capacity is only for 4 people and for indoor is around 20-25 people capacity. That's the main reason why this place always on long queue. There's no table service here, so you need to check the menu then order to the cashier and pay it first. If you're done with your food, there's a place to put your empty bowl.

Next, is foods review, we order Creamy Miso Soup, Cairo Ramen, and Creamy Brisket Rice Bowl (I think this one is seasonal menu). The best worth one is Creamy Brisket Rice Bowl,it served with Brisket Beef and a Pangnor (Crispy Dumpling Skin with Seaweed). But if you want spicy version you can try the Creamy Miso Soup, because it give you Sambal Matah (in exchange for Pangnor). The most expensive one is Cairo Soup, but the taste is nothing special, it just a normal Shoyu ramen with extra Ebi Furai, so I would say not worth enough to try, except you can't eat something creamy and heavy then this one can be an option, because there's no more choice for Ramen Soup. Meanwhile if you want to try dry Ramen they have one menu and the name is Abura Ramen. For all ramen price is IDR 50-55K (Include tax). For the special menu like Creamy Brisket Don price is IDR 45K(Include tax), but normally the other don price is IDR 40K(Include tax).

So sad that we tried the other side dishes like Cronigiri and Gyoza, but it's already sold out when we came there, I think the one that unique is Cronigiri.

The last we will review is beverages, we decide not to buy any because nothing special, only soda and ocha, and for the dessert is Japanese Pancake (Dorayaki) and Brown Sugar Pudding.

Overall if you got confused to choose what you eat on Blok M and go there alone, this place might be a good option if not crowded and have a long queue, because the price isn't overprice...

I recently had the opportunity to dine at Futago Ya, a Japanese restaurant nestled in the bustling Blok M area. The experience was mostly enjoyable, marked by unique interiors and delightful flavors, though it did come with a few minor drawbacks.

To begin with, the food was genuinely pleasing. We tried the creamy miso udon and gyoza. Both were well-prepared and delicious, demonstrating an authentic grasp of Japanese flavors. However, it's worth mentioning that the portions weren't as generous compared to places like Marugame Udon. The serving sizes might be a bit small if you're coming with a hearty appetite.

One significant drawback was the waiting time. We had to wait around 45 minutes to get our table, which might be a deal-breaker for those who aren't keen on long waits. However, once seated, the unique interior ambiance made up for the wait to some extent. The decor was reminiscent of a Japanese ramen bar, which added a special touch to the dining experience.

However, the standout aspect of Futago Ya, and what makes it truly unique, is its Halal certification by MUI. This is relatively uncommon for Japanese restaurants in the Blok M area, as many either serve pork or use ingredients like lard and mirin, or provide alcohol. Thus, Futago Ya is an excellent choice for diners adhering to a Halal diet who want to experience authentic Japanese flavors.

In conclusion, despite a few minor inconveniences, Futago Ya is a remarkable spot for Halal Japanese cuisine. Be prepared for a bit of a wait and slightly smaller portions, but rest assured, the authentic flavors and Halal compliance make it a worthy contender for your dining...

The food is not that special, and it's too sweet for my taste. The tenkasu is quite good, but there's already quite an oil in my bowl of noodles, so it's kinda "heavy". The price is just a little bit expensive compared to the serving size. The restaurant interior is small but comfortable. The waiters are very helpful and friendly, kudos to them.

But I won't mind the prices, and maybe the food review can be higher IF the queue is not so brutal. No matter what time you come, you will most likely have to queue for about 1 hour. It's not the restaurant's fault at all, it's just that I don't understand the hype around it at all. It should be a cozy small Japanese restaurant with a fusion menu, but I won't come again if I must do that queue again. Maybe I will order from them online.

The best dish that I tasted from them is the creamy udon (if you put the sambal matah in the udon) and the mugicha maybe is the best mugicha that I've ever tasted. It's recommended to try at least once if you can stomach the queue. Oh, and they only accept debit...