It was freezing cold and we were hanging out across the street at Manic so I was able to convince my partner that ramen was the right thing for the morning, even though she is a bit skeptical about traditional style ramen. We were able to get a seat without any waiting for lunch, which was nice. Inside it was warm and not overly loud. They cooks kind of talked to you as you came and went, instead of really shouting.
We started with the Takoyaki which was advertised as fried octopus and scallion balls. I have to admit I wasn't really sure what to expect when I got them but whatever it was, it wasn't what we got. They were deep fried balls that were VERY hot and kind of squishy with a sweetish sauce on the top and fish flakes. I wouldn't order them again, but mostly just because they aren't my thing.
We ordered two kinds of ramen, the kotteri and the red miso. I usually find miso ramen a bit too salty for me and so I avoid it (I didn't order it this time either) but i was definitely jealous. No question that the red miso was the standout dish. It was just a little bit sweet, not too salty and really delicious. The kotteri was ok, but nothing to get me coming back.
So overall there was one dish that we both loved, but it was excellent enough that I'd keep coming back for it alone, and it definitely has me curious to delve deeper.