The long wait is finally over. Tsuta, the world's first Michelin-starred Ramen house in Tokyo had officially opened last December 16 at the Bonifacio High Street Central. Tsuta originated from Chef Oinishi Yuki ancestral home and the noodle itself is called Soba instead of Ramen.



The place can accommodate up to 40 pax with the bar seats in front of the kitchen to see how the Ramen is actually done. We ordered Shoyu Soba, Shio Soba and Char Siu Miso Soba.


Shoyu Soba (390php) - Char Siu (1 slice), bamboo Shoot, Leek and Truffled pureed in truffled oil. It has a light but well-flavored broth

Shoyu Soba

Shio Soba (390php) - Char Siu (1 slice), bamboo Shoot, Leek and Green olives pureed in truffled oil. The green olives complemented with the broth.

Shiyo Soba

Char Siu Miso Soba (410php) - Char Siu (4 slices), early red onion, corn, beansprouts, hot sauce Porcini mushroom, oil and Watercress. It's not that spicy and if you are a spice lover, you need to request for an extra hot sauce for this one.

Char Siu Miso Soba

Out of the three Ramen that I've tasted, I liked the Shoyu Soba. The broth was light but well-flavored. The noodles were thin and firm. The Ramen itself is not everyone's cup of tea since many of us are used to have heavy, thick and creamy Ramen and this one is the complete opposite of what we used to eat.




Overall, we still enjoyed eating Ramen at this Michelin-star restaurant. They have a pretty fast serving time and the crew were accommodating to our needs. 



Tsuta
Mon - Sun: 11:30AM - 10PM
C3, Bonifacio High Street Central, 7th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

I have always been a Ramen lover and whenever I am craving a bowl of it, the normal price of it ranges from 350php-500php. I recently heard Ramen Kuroda and a bowl of Ramen would only cost you 180php. There's one branch in Mandaluyong and I immediately went for it to try their Ramen.




Salmon Sashimi (300php) - Started my meal with this fresh sashimi. Almost the same with the other sashimi (because you could easily tell that it's fresh)

Salmon Sahimi

Shiro Ramen (180php) - Tonkotsu based ramen with chashu and egg. The soup was basic (in a good way) creamy and flavorful and complements well with the chashu on it. This is my personal favorite out of the three ramen.

Shiro Ramen

Aka Ramen (180php) - This ramen has a hint of spiciness which would make you want to eat more. I am certain that spice lovers would definitely enjoyed this ramen

Aka Ramen

Kuro Ramen (180php) - It is almost the same as the Shiro Ramen, but the difference was its distinctly garlic flavor that would make your taste buds satisfied.

Kuro Ramen

Overall, I really enjoyed the Ramen here in Ramen Kuroda (all of their noodles were cooked firm just the way what I liked on a noodle ramen). If you are craving for a good ramen but your budget is limited, this would certainly not disappoint you.



P.S - They have an UNLIMITED NOODLE for FREE in ALL SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS OF NOVEMBER! Just dine and order any of your favorite Ramen, Chashumen, or Set Meal.


Ramen Kuroda
TV5 Media Center, Sheridan Corner Reliance Street, Highway Hills, Mandaluyong City

Mon-Sun: 11AM-930PM

Mendokoro Ramenba is a ramen shop inspired by the authentic ramen houses in Japan where you can seat in a table facing each other and sit side by side. I heard many great reviews on this restaurant so I decided to give it a try and to see what the hype is all about. I arrived at around 530pm in the restaurant and many people were already lining up. You need first to line up at the cashier where you order, pay and received your slip number. My friend and I waited for 30 mins in order for us to have a seat. It's cool that you got to see how they prepare the ramen and it's a must that you can't overstay on the place since many people are waiting for their turns. We ordered Shio Tonkotsu Ramen and Gyoza.




Shio Tonkotsu Ramen (380php) - This is by far the best ramen I have ever tasted here in Manila. The soup base was thick and creamy. The pork literally melts in your mouth upon eating. Lastly, the noodle was cooked what I preferred to be which is firm, perfect for the warm and tasty soup.

Shio Tonkotsu Ramen

Gyoza, 5 pieces (200php) - Was quite surprised that their Gyoza was good too. The filling was generous and loved how it was perfectly seasoned.

Gyoza

Okonomiyaki (270php) - Classic Japanese Okonomiyaki with an ippudo twist. Japanese flour, yam, egg, and chunks of chasyu with black konnyaku, okonomiyaki sauce and Japanese mayonnaise. This is a perfect appetizer start off our meal. If you are a takoyaki lover, this would be a sure hit for you.

Okonomiyaki

Hakata Style Gyoza (210php) - Original pan-fried dumplings. Classic gyoza that surely won't disappoint and it's sauce really complements well with the dumpling.

Akamaru Shinaji - Ippudo's original tonkotsu broth enhanced with special blended miso paste and fragrant garlic oil. Served with thin noodles, pork belly, kikurage and spring onions. For the hardness of the noodles, we chose the extra hard upon their recommendation. All the raves and reviews for this ramen is really true. The ramen has the right balance of spice and creaminess. Their noodles and pork belly didn't disappoint also. Truly, one of the best ramen I've ever tasted.

Beef Ishiyaki Rice - Stewed beef with yakiniku sauce, melted butter, corn, cherry tomatoes, crisp garlic chips, french beans on a bed of Japanese rice, served in a hot stone pot. I think this is their version of a beef pepper rice. It was my first time trying this meal and I was surprised that it was really good. The combination of all the ingredients (especially the beef, it was soft and flavorful) really satisfied my taste buds.

I really commend all the staff in Ippudo, they were really nice not just to us but to all of their customers, they also made sure that our orders were served well. I must say that this Ramen shop has one of the nicest staff here in Manila. 

Be sure to catch one of the best Ramen shop here in Manila, they will open publicly on August 31, Tuesday at the SM Mall of Asia, 2nd floor in front of SM Cyberzone.