Banninriki

I found this place shortly after arriving in Tokyo for the first time in 2016, and I have gone there many times over the past 8 years when I'm in the area. I've tried some other ramen shops, and even though they've all been pretty good, this place is the best. Labeled a soba shop, it is actually abura soba, which means the noodles are made from wheat (like ramen) instead of buckwheat, so it's a brothless experience that can still satisfy ramen cravings.

You can order with or without pork, and you're served some of the tastiest noodles with some dried seaweed and bamboo shoots. All the toppings (that you ordered extra) come on the side, which you mix in yourself along with some chili oil and vinegar. Some of the free condiments include sesame powder, red pepper powder, fresh garlic, and dried garlic.

There is an English menu to assist you with ordering at the vending machine (if you don't know, you select and pay at the machine and hand the tickets it prints to the staff). The music sets a great atmosphere.