Maybe I had too high of expectations for a real ramen place from Vancouver! But no...this place recreated the atmosphere but not the food quality.
Broth was full of salt - the light one was much more bearable but still more salt than flavour. The noodles were too al dente and not cooked enough. And the pork belly, way too much quantity and thickness over quality pork belly.
So I really liked the chicken karaage. And the place itself. Maybe over time it will be better. I don't think the lineup is worth it and won't be going back anytime soon.
To be fair it was okay - the portion is huge and the staff is super accommodating and friendly. I was just hoping for some kintaro and santouka equivalent from the west coast.