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| - IMO chain restaurants are sometimes like movie sequels. You just shouldn't do it.
Momofuku is one of these bad sequels riding on the fame of its predecessor, banking on the name to bolster it's ROI. Now, I haven't been to the famed Momofuku in NYC but have a trusted circle of foodie friends who have and have reported back on its deliciousness. So, when I heard there was a location in Toronto, it was at the top of my list to try when I was in town. Since I haven't tried the original, I had to compare what I had to similar items in the Toronto area. for reference, the baos were compared to one's at Banh Mi Boys and the ramen to Santouka. To start, the baos were just Ok. The bun was fresh and good but the pork inside lacked distinct flavoring. It was in all sense of the description simply a steamed bun with a piece of pork and sliver of scallion stuffed inside. The ramen again was good but not standout. On the salty side, the flavor was just not there and lacked the depth I was looking for. Finally we tried the milk soft serve dessert which I was really looking forward to but wow, ikea soft serve anyone? Actually I think I like the ikea one better. It just wasn't great and with so many other better ice cream places in the vicinity, this one falls very, very short of all other options.
Maybe this would be a good place to hang out in a nice set up with friends but for the cost of the mediocre food, head somewhere else if you're looking for something yummy. Pass.
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