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| - Whoa. Do yourself a favor and order the mushroom spring rolls...the aioli it comes with is seriously like crack. Or what I'd imagine crack to be...
The tofu and wonton doesn't sound like much on the menu but is silky smooth, tart, and citrusy thanks to the ponzu it marinates in. The hand-rolls aka sushi burritos are fresh and flavorful, just the right amount of filling, but messy. Just shove them into your mouth with abandon- you won't regret it!
For the ramen, all 3 broths are unique and flavorful, but my favorite is the shoyu with thin noodles, laden with sriracha. All toppings are a must, plus bamboo shoots. The portions are quite large, and I've taken the extra home on several occasions which makes for a nice hungover breakfast the next morning with a fresh poached egg.
The vibe is comfortable but swanky, and smells delicious thanks to the luxe candles at the host stand and in the joint bathroom. You might recognize some of the art on the walls from sister properties Park, Commonwealth, & Whist, which I love. Who doesn't want to dine next to a topless mermaid on rose gold bar stools? Chef Romo and the team have outdone themselves. The downtown community is very happy indeed.
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