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| - The last time I tried to go with a friend, they ran out of broth and posted a sign on their window (which is pretty hardcore, in my humble opinion). I got in around 5:20pm and sat down and looked at their slim menu. I'm a purist (as everyone who knows me is already aware) so I almost always get a tonkotsu ramen or a shio ramen. I'm not a fan of Kenzo-style "king of kings" or spicy ramen with corn and stuff. It's just not for me. Anyway, this place caters to purists. Your choices are tonkotsu, tonokotsu shoyu, shio, or miso ramen. There are 3 or 4 other items. I ordered the zangi (bits of fried chicken thighs) and the tonkotsu and it was without a doubt the best ramen I've ever had in my life.
The ramen noodles were perfectly cooked, still chewy and al dente. The egg was divine, with a gorgeous, golden runny yolk. They serve their ramen with fungus and a tasty piece of rolled pork shoulder. But the broth - the broth was perfection! Sweet, milky, creamy with all the rendered goodness of pork bones long simmered. The pork shoulder was juicy, rich, and ever-so-slightly smoky tasting. The balance of seasoning was on point - unlike so many other places, it wasn't too salty. At Kinton, they thwack the extra fat on top, but I didn't notice this here, which means that the broth is less rich, but more tasty for it. The zangi was crisp, juicy, but a bit paltry for the $4.50 price tag. I couldn't think of a more satisfying meal on a rainy day. I also can't wait to go back. The flavour of that broth and the juicy, fatty pork haunt me. I loved the chewiness of the fungus.
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