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| - Fast, cheap, reliable. Ajisen Ramen is just what you expect to find in Chinatown -- no-fuss noodles and efficient service. The place is cute. The winking girl holding a big bowl on Spadina is hard to miss, and the interior is adorned with colourful ceramic bowls stuck to the walls, a fresco of sumo wrestlers, and hot pink chairs. I've gone on weekdays for lunch in large groups and they are always able to accommodate us. The menu has photos. I usually get #38, assorted vegetable ramen. The portion is big and the noodles are decent (the straight kind of ramen... don't expect curly ones like Mr. Noodles!). I like the broth -- not too salty or oily, but rich and flavourful. It comes with greens, corn, mushrooms, and carrots. I wish they threw some tofu in there as well. For $1.50 you can add a side dish. The gyoza comes with 4 juicy pieces. Other options include fried tofu or potato croquettes. You can also add bubble tea for $2.79 (it is cheaper when ordered with a meal than if you order bubble tea alone). It's not by any means the best ramen in the city, but it's respectable and a good option if you are in the neighbourhood and suddenly get hungry!
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