Tonchin Ramen - Siam Paragon — Restaurant in Pathum Wan Subdistrict

Tonchin Bangkok: A Classic Ramen with Room for Improvement

I recently had the Tonchin Classic Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen at their Siam Paragon outlet, and while it was a good ramen overall, there were a few aspects that could be improved upon.

The Broth: The first thing that struck me was the oiliness of the soup. While Tonkotsu ramen is naturally rich, this one felt a bit greasy for my taste. It could be that this specific outlet's recipe differs slightly or perhaps it was an off day.

Noodle Nirvana: On the other hand, the noodles were fantastic: perfectly springy and al dente, holding the broth well without getting soggy. They were the highlight of the dish.

Egg-cellent Execution, Not Quite: The onsen egg was a bit overcooked, with the yolk more solid on the outer side than the runny, jammy consistency I prefer. It still added richness to the soup, but the ideal texture was missing.

Meat Matters: The pork was decent, but not particularly memorable. It was tender enough, but lacked the melt-in-your-mouth quality I've experienced in other ramen experiences.

Final Verdict: Overall, the Tonchin Classic Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen was a decent bowl of ramen, but it didn't quite live up to the hype for me. The oily broth was a bit of a letdown, while the egg and meat were average. However, the noodles were excellent and price-wise for 220THB is alright.

Considering a Second Serving? I'm curious to know if this experience was specific to the Siam Paragon outlet or if it's consistent across all Tonchin locations. If I'm ever in the area again with limited ramen options, I might give another outlet a try to see if there's a difference. However, based on this experience alone, I wouldn't necessarily recommend this specific...

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Tonchin Ramen, located on the ground floor of Siam Paragon, is a fantastic Japanese ramen restaurant that offers a delightful dining experience. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere, and the seats are perfect for solo diners or couples. The staff members are friendly, attentive, and exhibit a great service mindset, making the dining experience even more enjoyable.

I ordered the Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen, which is the restaurant's signature dish. The aroma was fantastic, and the odor was not too overpowering. The taste was not as salty as regular ramen and had a more mellow taste. The dish came with a half piece of boiled egg with a shoyu aroma, which added more flavor to the dish.

The thick noodle type was a perfect match for the Tonkotsu broth, and the Shashu was incredibly tender and almost melted in my mouth. The best part was the price, which was only 220 THB. It's incredible to find such high-quality ramen at such a reasonable price in a mall like Siam Paragon.

I also tried the green tea, which was refilled for only 40 THB. The green tea was exceptional and had a rich and refreshing taste.

Overall, I would rate Tonchin Ramen 8.5/10. I would definitely go back to the restaurant again for its fantastic ramen, great service, and affordable prices. If you are a ramen lover or just looking for a fantastic meal in Siam Paragon, Tonchin Ramen is the...

Technically, this is not a Thai Michelin Bib Gourmand. Tonchin got their Michelin nod in New York. So this is a branch. And how I wish they are also available in Singapore!

Arrived at 2.05pm at the Siam Paragon branch and yet the restaurant was still full. Snagged a counter table and ordered the Tonchin Classic Tonkotsu Ramen and added Tonchin Karaage Chicken.

For me, a good blown of ramen is mostly the broth and the texture of the noodles. The rest is just accessories to create different permutations of the same. But that’s just me.

The soup here was fantastic, with porcine flavours coming from boiling pork bones over many hours. It’s the kind where your eyes brighten at the first sip! The noodles were also cooked al dente with just the right level bite. Already I am happy.

The thick cut slice of pork belly was tender and not too fatty. Slices of bamboo shoots were also slightly crunchy, not overcooked and mushy. The egg, bacon slice and seaweed were just normal.

Chicken Karaage was not too bad, crispy on the outside and juicy meat inside. Wished it could be slightly more salty and that’s saying a lot from a guy who does not like salty and sweet tasting food.

All in, a good bowl of ramen. Not cheap by Bangkok standards. Or maybe Thailand also suffered from the levels of inflation seen in Singapore. Okay, have to stretch the tourist...