Yondaime Ramen — Restaurant in Hakodate

I was a solo diner seated right in front of the kitchen bar. The store manager rudely told no talking on the phone allowed in the restaurant. I complied with the request, however once I finished my meal I asked what the reason was, and the response given was because talking on the phone causes noise and disturbs other guests. (I speak a bit of Japanese) I pointed out that other guests in groups carry out conversations and it wasn't like the restaurant was a quiet environment at the time. The response given was bad manners etc etc. My question to you is this, what is the different if I am talking on the phone to my family, versus my family is seated right beside me and we are carrying out a conversation? Also, I looked around and there were no signs posted about no cell phone use, unlike inside the trains. If they had asked nicely, I wouldn't have had to write this...

The kind of ramen that brings a smile to your face ! If you're looking for a perfect example of what ramen should be, if you're looking for friendly staff, a nice atmosphere, this is the place to go. The team's smile is contagious. This is the first time in a long time food brought me emotion. The Shio ramen was deep, flavorful, and complex. Strongly recommend ! (I even had to come back the day after just to have some more) ごちそうさまでした～

Ps : foreigner friendly. The machine on which you order your ramen has English and multiple other languages available. The Hoel staff also...

Photos on the menu are very deceiving. The portion is quite small especially pork slices.

I ordered salt ramen with butter and corn half size coz the machine and the staff told me normal portion for 2 people (¥1,900), and for 1 just order half size (¥850). Quite surprised that it was the smallest ramen I had ever had … hey it was ¥850 ok?

Pork slices had smell. I could just describe it as pork smell from bones when you walk past any ramen shops. Not very appetizing.

To be fair, ramen noodles were good.

Overall, I would not come back. If you have other options, then...