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| - Came here a couple of weeks ago after hubby noticed the "opening soon" sign a couple of months ago. I was definitely skeptical of another ramen place popping up in Calgary, but as I love a good bowl of noodles I didn't hesitate to give them a try.
First of all, the restaurant is a small place. They've only been open for a few weeks and currently they are only accepting cash and debit. I'm not sure if they plan to accept credit in the future. Then the menu - it's one page, simple... very simple. There's two types of stock - pork and chicken, and then your typical flavors: regular, miso, shoyu, and there's tantan, tomyum and tomato (coming soon).
I don't know much about the authenticity of ramen since there's so many different types depending on the region but what I enjoy is a bowl of perfectly cooked noodles with a flavorful broth, and I got just that here at Umami. Each bowl comes with some basic garnishes, two slices of pork belly (I do wish they were thicker) and you have the option to add an egg (or half, I actually don't know) for $1! One thing I absolutely fell in love with is their chashu don - a bowl of sushi rice topped with fat and lean pork pieces, drizzled with an array of sauces and garnishes.
Prices are very reasonable and the staff are courteous and efficient. The owner loved my kids so much and actually gave them complimentary matcha ice cream to encourage my son to eat faster :) One thing I found interesting though was when I went to pay, they had these little small square boxes by the cash register and they said it's a gift to ladies... hmmmm... I'm sure they only have good intentions but it is such an odd thing to hand out especially at a ramen place! Nevertheless I know where to go to get a bowl of tasty noodles when the craving hits!
3.5 stars.
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