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| - Located next to the original Bachi Burger and owned by the same people, I finally decided to try this place out while I was in the neighborhood. I was quietly greeted and quickly seated and handed the menu. The waiter returned shortly later with a pticher of water (woohoo!!) and asked if I was ready to order.
I decided on the tonkotsu ramen with an extra side of noodles (+2) and extra nor (+1.50). There were some unconventional choices such as lobster miso, spicy miso, and buta-san. These choices were not completely unexpected considering Bachi Burger had some very inventive burger/sandwich combinations.
The ramen came out quickly. There were several slices of fatty pork, wood ear fungus, a sheet of nori, chopped green onion, julienned green onions (the extra negi I had ordered), and some black sesame oil (?). The pork was soft and tender, but there was a mild charred after taste to it. It wasn't terrible, just unexpected. The broth was good: not too salty, rich, but not very flavorful. In short, the broth just really didn't make a huge impression on me. The noodles were just a touch harder than I prefer. I was checked on frequently and my table cleared quickly
My total bill for the bowl of tonkotsu ramen, extra noodles, extra negi with tax and tip was $15, a little pricey. Overall, Shoku is a good addition to the Vegas ramen scene, service was friendly and quick. The distance/location of the shop along with the somewhat poor value makes me think twice about making a trip just to try the other types of ramen.
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