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| - I've reviewed the original location, and while most of the time I prefer going to a restaurant's original storefront, this occasion required us to try one of their other locations.
This one specifically is in the North York area, and convenient for those who don't want to trek all the way to downtown. It's not really that far in mileage, but if you add surface street traffic, and weather conditions, it can easily take you 40 minutes from the suburbs to get to the Baldwin St. location.
Food quality is the same I'm happy to say. We both ordered the original pork with thick noodles, pork belly, in regular broth. We also added a seasoned egg (which was DYNAMITE!). They now offer combos which are a great value if you want a side. Choices range from gyoza, takoyaki, tofu furai, and edamame. For an additional $2, the portion sizes are on point. Flavor of the broth was great, and not salty at all. LOVED the torched pork belly and the sheer size of it. Super yummy. You can request additional, but I think it's an additional $1-2.
The space itself is slightly bigger than the original, providing a coat rack near the entrance, and some space for waiting. Orientation is identical to the original.
Service was great, but we did come when they first opened on a Sunday. It was quiet, and relaxing; we really enjoyed that. However, once 12:30pm rolled around, the place quickly filled up. The men and women who run this place are efficient and sweet.
Note: If you're planning on coming here with a bigger party (more than 3), I'd suggest calling to see availability, as they only have 1 longer table near the front of the restaurant. Otherwise, you will be faced with a wait, and a rather long and painful one.
Washrooms are around the corner downstairs. Very clean, and have both a modern and zen black decor. Tranquil music plays in the background.
I'm glad that they have retained the quality and flavors that we had experienced during our first visit at the Baldwin St. location. Since we do not live nearby, I just sincerely hope that it continues to be that way because it is one of our favorite places to eat when we come to Toronto.
Enjoy, and don't forget to sip on a hot pot of green tea! :)
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