Amongst all ramen types, my favorite is the Tantanmen. I love the creamy,nutty and spicy taste of it. I always order that in ramen joints that offers them. That being said, I heard about this place who has been in the ramen business for years now, even before when it boomed big time here, that has the 'best' Tantanmen, I immediately added it to my list of must-try places. But it took me some time to try it but I finally did.
We tried their Ermita branch, and we got lost finding it through commute so we called them up and asked for directions. When we got there, their signage is in Japanese only so its not easy to notice. You only hear about them by word of mouth, well, for me that is. Once you enter, the staff are very welcoming and friendly and the interiors are minimal yet you get the Japanese vibe right away.
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| Tantanmen Ramen (Php390) My order was everything I ever wished for! It was so good! The noodles firm and the broth was spicy yet enough for me. And the egg and corn added more elements to my ramen. And the ground meat was of uneven sizes, some small and some bigger so I liked chewing that. And I'm very partial to slurping a lot of broth so I was satisfied that theirs has aplenty. |
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| Extra orders! Aji Tamago (Php40) and corn kernels (Php 30). |
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| With the additional ajo tamago and corn and I loved the outcome. The creamy egg yolk and sweetness of the corn further heightened the flavors. |
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| Kara-Miso Ramen (Php 370) The bf loved his and he said that he should take on the level 5 spiciness next time. I like the sprouts in his because it added crunch to every bite. The chashu was good though not the most tender that I've had. |
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| That's my serious yet happy (deep inside) face! Intense! =) |
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| Take note! |
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| Signage is not easily noticed because the name "Ukokkei Ramen Ron" is in Japanese. Memorize this for helpful reference. |
For this quality, their prices are very reasonable. Very very good quality! And the service staff were all attentive. Now I can truly say that this is certainly the BEST Tantanmen that I have ever tried! So glad to have finally tried it last night.
Also, they have two more branches, one in Makati and one in McKinley Hill in Taguig.
I give this experience two thumbs up!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Tantanmen is only served 6pm onwards and for a limited number of bowls only.
~Lovelee~
RESTO FACTS:
UKOKKEI RAMEN RON
- Ermita branch - 888 Gateway Plaza, Apolinario Mabini Street, Malate, Manila
02 5165511
- Makati branch - 822 Paseo Tesoro, Arnaiz Avenue, San Lorenzo, Makati City
02 8564588
- Taguig branch - Tuscany, Upper Mckinley Road, McKinley Hill, Taguig City
+63 9394737105
