Mixed Experience at Menya Kokoro!

I recently dined here and sampled their tantanmen dish. The menu allowed for no customization, offering no choice of noodles and firmness. Opting for a mild flavour, I found the broth surprisingly lacking in richness, closer to clear ramen than the expected robust tantanmen profile.

The pork slices, boiled rather than fried and glazed, deviated from the norm, leaving me undecided if it's a preference or an atypical preparation. The diced pork lacked significant richness, and the vegetable mix of chive and sweet corn failed to compensate for the overall flavor profile.

The unagi was passable, although receiving only half the expected egg and a deviation from the typical soy-soaked brown colour left room for improvement. The absence of chopstick and spoon stand-offs in a restaurant with a 4.8 rating was unexpected and impacted the dining experience.

While the service was prompt, the need to request basics like tea and other amenities fell short of the anticipated seamless service associated with a high rating. The ambiance was notably lacking, with bright lights and basic decor, earning it a low score of 3.

In conclusion, while Menya Kokoro boasts a 4.8 rating, my experience suggests a more nuanced evaluation. I would rate it 3 for ambiance, 4 for food, and 4 for service.

Give me a branded glass for me sapporo beer and not some generic piece of glass 😆