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| - I have a cold. One of those nasty, drippy, painful face colds. And everyone knows that only a few things can put a dent in a cold like that: hot soup, garlic, and noodles. I wish I could say that after my bowl of Ramen at Touhenboku I felt better, but alas, I did not.
I ordered the Black (garlic) Ramen with thick noodles. The noodles get a star on their own - they have a good consistency, are chewy and really were the star of the dish. But for me, the ramen experience is a whole bowl deal, and this deal didn't cut it. First of all, there were far too many noodles. A noodle - broth - toppings balance is required. The broth is chicken based and is very thick. While I had originally written the word "rich" there, I changed it. A rich broth, to me, is a good thing - and doesn't always denote heaviness. This was a thick, heavy broth that had a strange chicken aftertaste that I found unpleasant. A stronger garlic flavour would have been welcome. I mean, I have had the garlic ramen at Kinton. So.... I have high expectations.
Two tiny pieces of overcooked pork were on top of the soup. I had asked for the lean, I was very unimpressed.
Will I give this place a second chance? After the slow service and uncertain food, you may think not, however I usually give a second chance. I'll let you know what happens next time.
....Oh, and I don't trust a ramen joint that has Chiffon cake on their menu.
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