RAMEN MATSUI — Restaurant in Tokyo

I visited with my partner around 2 PM yesterday. Both bowls of ramen were delicious - while it’s not my favourite type of broth, I can still appreciate the sophisticated flavour. However, the reason for the low rating is that we unfortunately experienced food poisoning after the meal, which we believe was caused by the duck loin rice. I had read reviews and didn’t notice anyone else mentioning this issue, but our duck did look quite rare. We had just landed in Japan the day before, and the only food we both had in common for the past 2 days was the bowl of duck loin rice (we each had separate types of ramen but shared the duck). Around 7:30 PM, during dinner, we were both suddenly hit with stomach cramps and waves of nausea. This escalated into severe diarrhoea throughout the night, ultimately forcing us to cancel our travel plans and hotel reservations. Aside from the food issue, I also noticed that the hospitality could be improved. While it wasn’t directed at me, the female hostess (possibly the chef’s wife) was quite rude to another customer. He only wanted rice, which apparently goes against the shop’s rule (stated in the booking confirmation for each person to have a bowl of ramen) While he should’ve read the information more carefully, it still didn’t warrant her raising her voice and repeatedly saying, “No, one ramen!” Overall, I would still recommend this place to anyone who enjoys 淡麗系 (light and clear-style) ramen, and their shoyu broth is one of the few I’d actually consider drinkable. But if you’re looking for warm, friendly service or feel uncomfortable sitting in near-silence in front of the chef, you may want to skip it. And definitely avoid the duck loin rice ,unless you have a particularly...

I am not Japanese, but I have visited a multitude of ramen places over a period of years. This review is a reply to certain reviews.

Though switching to Tablecheck has its advantages, some people may take it for granted.

First off, though it increases accessibility, some people would still not have read the rules regarding punctuality and the need for cash. In the first place, most ramen places are still cash only, so it makes sense to bring some cash along with you.

Secondly, ramen is considered as fast food in Japan. People buy their ticket, remain quiet at their seat, eat their ramen steadily and efficiently, then go. No idle chatter or proscratination so as to not inconvenience those that are still waiting outside. 20 minutes is more than enough. In many other places people eat their ramen within 10 to 15 minutes, especially for places with long queues and without a reservation system. People here generally show consideration for other people instead of being in their own world.

Thirdly, the ramen chef is not going to be chit chatting and making merry. He is there to work seriously in order to make sure every bowl is perfect.

That said, the tokusei shoyu ramen and duck loin rice bowl was fantastic as usual. Superb cook on the duck, great depth of flavor of the soup...

A couple of reminders cash only and very affordable check IG for open business days as of me writing this review, reservations are required for weekends; otherwise expect a line

Absolutely must try ramen 🍜 I heard about this place from so many YouTubers, which makes me worried bc sometimes is just hype. We went on the last day of our trip on a weekday and waited for 2 hours outside.

And we were both so impressed and genuinely loved the duck breast, wonton, chashu (#1 Special Soy sauce Ramen). Duck and chashu were so tender, egg cooked just right and noodles is perfect, not soggy or packed stack together. This is not your typical chashu, is thinner yet full of flavors and it's "smooth", goes so well with the soup. The SOUP - I normally don't like soy sauce based but this completely changed my mind... from their menu - Homemade Soy sauce and Broth of Chicken from Kyoto,freshwater clams from Lake sinji, Rausu kelp, and Sake 🍶 - I love the subtle yet bold flavor, is rich but yet refreshing at the same time 🤤

Make sure to also order the rice bowls #20 and #21, it goes so well with the ramen, I was happy 😁 eating the soup with...