I ate my husband's leftovers from here for lunch today so while its fresh on my mind...review time! I was trying to wait until cooler Fall temps before once again slurping on a bowl of piping hot ramen but I could not.
Ive always had to wait, albeit, the wait really doesn't take long. If you have to wait for a seat and its raining or very cold, know you might have to wait outside since the "waiting area" is not big, but that is because the restaurant really isnt big either. There are rows of seats by the window as well as a larger communal type table in the middle. My husband and I sat at two seats across from each other at that big table. Food comes out fast. When in season, we always get the shishito peppers to start. Not many restaurants have them so we partake in their deliciousness when we get the chance.
This visit, I opted for the Chizu ramen which I have had before. Its chicken broth with grated pecorino cheese piled to one side of the bowl so you can stir it around once the large bowl is placed in front of you. I add shrooms for extra extra umami and it never disappoints. Not your typical ramen though. My husband got the vegan one which has some serious flavor going on too. This own is the Niwa. We will be getting the rice crispy squares next time. This app comes with blocks of crisped rice, nice and browned. Then its served with spicy tuna and some soy and you assemble what you want in one bite.