Ramen Shifu — Restaurant in Milan

If I had never had ramen before, I'm sure their tonkotsu would be phenomenal. Unfortunately, I have. They offered chicken broth with the usual toppings and mediocre chashu as "tonkotsu." In Japanese, "ton" means pork, not chicken. No inkling of the 24-48 hour boiled pork bones was to be found. I would give the service a 2 or 3 stars, but then the waitress tried to convince me that "I ordered the wrong ramen," and that "they have 27 types of ramen, I should've ordered the miso, and anyways the tonkotsu is a very light ramen." In my experience, tonkotsu is a -very heavy- broth, so I can only assume that she had no idea what she was talking about. Besides, if you can't make tonkotsu right, you certainly shouldn't have 27 types of ramen...

Nestled in the bustling neighborhood of Milano, Ramen Shifu has quickly become a go-to destination for ramen enthusiasts and casual diners alike. From the moment you enter, the restaurant's modern, minimalist decor and the welcoming staff set the stage for an exceptional dining experience.

Ramen Shifu offers a diverse menu that caters to a wide range of tastes, showcasing both traditional and innovative ramen varieties. We began our meal with a small plate: the crispy chicken. The chicken were perfectly pan-fried, with a savory filling and a crisp exterior, while the ramen had just the right amount of heat and seasoning to whet our...

Tried the Spicy Chicken Ramen, Takoyaki, and Duck Gyoza. The ramen was decent but underwhelming – lacked seasoning and depth of flavour. Takoyaki were fine, but the Duck Gyoza fell flat, lacking taste altogether.

The ordering system was a standout – you can add items to the order simultaneously through a web app, which is convenient (though you must connect to their WiFi). It’d be even better if payments were integrated into the app.

The atmosphere leans heavily into a Gen Z vibe, with bright colours and anime references. Overall, an okay experience, but the food didn’t live up to the...