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| - My fiancee stumbled into this place last week and sent me countless mouth watering pics of the Fukumimi Ramen. I had to try it for myself. I said to myself, "this place must be good," considering my lady isn't a big ramen eater due to her carb conflicts.
So we come in on a Sunday after a long night of partying with good friends...once inside, you can immediately smell the fresh handmade ramen being drained from boiling pots...good sign.
The service is fast friendly and accommodating...another good sign. The crowd, diverse and was a good mixture of sophisticated, casual, multi aged and ethnic heads that I would like to think have a respect for some Japanese ramen other than meals out the instant dinner section at your local grocery store.
I checked out the menu and could see myself ordering numerous dishes...so if in doubt, go with the flagship dish, which was the Fukumimi ramen. Let's throw in some karaage chicken as well...HiYah!
As the bowl came out, it was aesthetically appealing to say the least. A pair of nori paper sheets lined the far side of the bowl, the ramen was nicely bunched and the broth was drizzled with some additives that made the dish look mouth watering.
5-7 minutes later...
The bowl was demolished and the verdict is...not bad. I would say its more on the modern variations of ramen versus the authentic versions Monta offers. The broth is good and not overwhelming with too much or too little flavoring. The Chashu is similar to red charsiu roast pork versus the fatty version Monta offers. I personally like the fatty version, but I can see others settling for the healthier choice.
I still remember Tenkaippen back in Waikiki, Hawaii, which I worked for a day, and it reminded me began to think of all the ramen places back home, including Goma-Tei that I would say is the closest resemblance that I could compare to Fukumimi. I would rather Monta, now that I know to add more hot water to their broth since it is a little salty for my taste. Worth a shot, enjoy.
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