We've been excited for this place to open, tried it for the first time tonight. The cost was approximately $19 for one small bowl, one regular bowl and a tiny salad. We asked to see the bowl sizes before we ordered, they were impressive. Unfortunately, the bowls are barely half full. Not a great value. In fact, I'm sitting in the restaurant about to leave and we will stop by In-N-Out burger to fill up. As for value, I would give it a three on a 10 point scale.
The restaurant has some inherent problems. It is pretty busy, likely because it is new, and they have one soda machine with a long line, a very small condiment and drink station with a line, seating on the side that you would never know is there and the bathrooms are single person, not conducive to a busy place. It's pretty loud even at three quarters full. So for layout, I would give it a five on a 10 point scale.
The food is a six on a 10 point scale. We ordered the Japanese pan noodles and the spicy Korean beef noodles. Neither were remarkable, somewhat bland. And not plentiful.
Atmosphere is decent, a bit cramped. There are many staff members, all seem to be extremely friendly, which is very nice. They are all running around diligently to keep everyone fed and the place relatively clean. For staff, I would give it a nine on a 10 point scale.
This place has a great location with lots of traffic. But, in order to make it, some changes will certainly be required. Would we come back? I would give that a five on a 10 point scale.