台湾まぜそば·台湾ラーメン 薫 — Restaurant in Osaka

It's crunch time whenever I'm departing a city. The overriding question is always what to eat. Knowing you might not be back for a while intensifies the decision-making process.

I resolved this time that my parting meal would be a Tonkotsu ramen in a place I've never tried before. I found the place after much ado and made my way there.

Everything was going according to plan until I got there. I'm a visual person and pictures hold an inordinate sway over my decisions. On this occasion, it was a picture of the mazesoba.

Ordering was as usual via the now familiar ordering machine. The process was facilitated by the provision of a numbered chart next to the machine indicating what each button represented. This is critical given it's location within Denden Town which attracts customers spanning the globe.

With only counter seating for maybe 8 or 9 pax, this restaurant was properly right sized as a one man show. From the time you hand the meal ticket to the time you receive your bowl of noodles, I'd say it wouldn't exceed more than 6-7 minutes even if the place was full.

The composition of the mazesoba included peanuts and chopped onions, something you don't see too often. Don't forget to add some deep fried shallots for crunch and taste. I'd caution against being too brave with the Chili powder as it's potent enough to disrupt the taste of the dish.

No need to speculate. I left Osaka feeling I'd...

This is my second time eating at this ramen place. I specifically looked for it because when i had it the first time, it was the BEST ramen i had. The soup was so delicious, i can’t stop drinking it (and i am someone who counts calories 😂) The noodles was a bit soft for my liking but really the soup is everything. Would come here again next time...

Out of all the ramen I've had during my stay in Japan this hole in a wall ramen shop was by far the best I've had. The broth is deep and rich with flavor while the egg being as runny as it ought it be. The pork topping itself is also very flavorful with a smoky flavor to it. Overall a great place worth checking out while...