My company recently moved our offices from the Southpark Area to South End. I've been busy trying out some of the food choices for lunch. Today I decided to stop in to Futo Buta as it is directly behind our offices.
Upon entering I was greeted immediately by the nice and friendly staff. I sat at the bar since I was by myself. My server, Kyle, helped me through the menu and described various choices. Ultimately I decided on an order of the Buns (one pork, one duck) and a specialized version of the Raman affectionately known as "The Bowl Kyle tells everyone to get". Basically it's one of the menu bowls with added spicey pork sausage.
The buns were nothing short of delicious. Remember to move each to the separate plate or the juices will mix. Not necessarily ruining anything but at least tainting the original taste profile. As a side note, I visited the rest rooms and the art was very entertaining, you have to check it out for yourself.
The main course was flavorful and very fulfilling. On Kyle's recommendation I added some of the side dish of sausage into the broth and it began to heat it up. If I were to order again I'd put about half the sausage in as by the time I was towards the end of the bowl it was VERY spicey.
About my only issue was the price. For lunch it was quite expensive but I did order 2 dishes. Perhaps when I go back I would only choose one or the other but they were both so good and I was so satisfied I don't mind spending the money that I did. I will be back and bring friends.