Ippudo — Restaurant in Okayama

Ippudo is always a solid choice for my tonkotsu ramen cravings. Although they are a franchise, each of their locations I have been to has different decorations and a slightly different menu. So it doesn't feel like a chain restaurant.

This particular location has gorgeous wooden tables and decor; I initially thought I walked into the wrong restaurant. The menu, however, is one of the smaller ones for Ippudo I have seen. And somehow, it didn't have fried rice on it.

I came here early for dinner, as I hadn't eaten lunch and was hungry. There was only one other table there, so I got my food fast. The taste was was amazing as always, but I felt the noodle portion was a bit on the smaller side because I didn't feel full after.

While I was there though, the chef and waitress were casually talking the entire time. If it would have been at a low volume, it wouldn't have bothered me. But she was loudly giggling every 5 seconds, as if he was the best comedian on the planet. I'm sure she could have found something more productive to do while waiting for customers. Maybe dust the place down, as there was a dust thread hanging right in front of me at the counter...

Anyway, still a solid ramen spot conveniently located in the...

Saw people queuing up for seats at this Japanese restaurant and thought that I might give this place a try and with no regrets! Good interior decor and great ambience! Very prompt service! Food ordered with hot food served in a short time despite many customers. One of the very good ramen tasted in a very flavorful soup. Good food at...

3 options on the menu: Simply divine, medium spicy divine, spicy divine. I opted for the 2nd option , but you can’t go wrong with any of them. One of the best ramen I’ve had so far in Japan. Service was also great, waiter helped me order, explained and recommended with minimum English and my basic Japanese. Will definitely...