Mugi to Olive

Mugi to Olive is a popular ramen shop in Ginza, Tokyo which has received the Michelin's Prestigious Bib Gourmand Award for three years. Located right behind the big and swanky Ginza Six shopping mall, I found out about this place as I searched for worthy ramen place to try on my few days in Tokyo.

From the research, I'd read that there would be waiting time at this ramen shop as it can only accommodate about 10-12 pax at one time. To be honest I don't really like queueing for food and I'd rather go somewhere else to cure my hungry stomach but when eating in Tokyo and especially at popular places, this can't be avoided. True enough there were about 10 people in front of us as we reached but luckily we didn't have to wait too long. The turnover was rather quick which made the queue bearable to say the least.

You will have to make your decision on what to eat by choosing it at the vending machine. Simple description is provided above the machine. We were seated soon enough, passed the order and waited for our dishes to be served.

◾instead of soba, I opted for specially made chicken & clam tsukumen. Good choice indeed - the noodle (inclusive of the ingredients) and soup were served separately. Maybe I was famished at that point of time that I finished it quickly but I swear that it was very good. ◾tamagokake gohan, or raw egg on rice, usually drizzled with soy sauce. I saw the person next to me eating that and I pointed to the waiter. Mugi to Olive’s version was pretty good mostly because of the quality of the egg. I simply poured the soy sauce and stirred everything together. The result? Silky smooth rice due to the egg and the saltiness from the soy sauce.. I'm in love!

I was glad that I made the decision to queue although i hate waiting. Please make your way here if you can... You'll thank me for that