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| - Typically, I am not a stumbler - but I stumbled into Tampopo Ramen by pure coincidence, or divine order, or whatever after a Saturday shopping at Superstition Ranch Market in Mesa. Yes, I was aware of this place thanks to Yelp! (thanks, Yelp), and I did intend to visit so maybe it's just a happy accident. We had the spicy miso ramen and the tonkatsu ramen, both were excellent. Now, after reading some of the reviews, I concur that the spicy miso ramen is not very spicy at all - others seem to have had this experience too. Good news - there is a caddy of soy sauce, spicy chili oil, and a shaker of spicy hot seasoning at every table. Also, I have to mention the neat gizmo with a crank on it at every table: a sesame seed grinder/shaker that works almost like a pepper grinder except with sesame seeds. Genius! I was so hungry I forgot to take a pic beforehand...but I certainly captured the aftermath. Very cool wooden spoons with the soup. Four stars because it felt like forever to get the food, but it was delicious, and I want to return to try a few of the other items. Otherwise, the place was clean, the staff was friendly and knowledgeable, the vibe was upbeat and they were doing brisk business which is always a good sign.
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