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| - This is an authentic small Asian family / friend owned restaurant in the heart of Oakland. It's a casual setting great for groups. Nothing fancy: the place offers board games and has fun, different plastic chairs and tables. It has a $10 CC minimum.
I came at lunch time on a Thursday. I wanted to order the potted plant iced matche latte, but I was told they couldn't serve anything from that menu because they were too busy. It took a while to receive our food. The man who manned the cash register was also delivering the food to tables and busing tables... I'd advise some patience.
My friends ordered from the make your own ramen. I tried the broth, and the overall consensus was pretty positive. It's one of the better and more authentic ramen places in Pittsburgh. I ordered the edamame ($3.95). Great portion size and nicely salted. I also ordered the pork buns ($3.95). Not worth it. It's not what I had expected... It looked like they took the steam bun and stuck a slice of chashu pork, a tiny piece of lettuce, and drizzled spicy mayo on top. Nothing like the other pictures I've seen.
The menu(s) is extensive. They offer like 4 different menus which range from crepes, noodles, rice dishes, desserts, and drinks. It seemed disorganized, so I think they should consolidate them into one. The desserts looked delicious.
Overall, this eatery is not perfect, lacking style; however, I'd return for the ramen and desserts!
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