I ordered the board menu item, the spicy level 4 mapo tofu noodles. The lunch came with free rice, so I didn't hesitate to ask for it. Although I didn't feel much spiciness, the numbness was intense! The mapo tofu itself was delicious, and I enjoyed pouring the soup over the rice after finishing the noodles. My lips are still tingling from the spiciness!

I suddenly felt like eating something spicy and visited a candle shop in Chaya-machi, where I don't usually go. They have a touch panel system for ordering food tickets, making it completely cashless and smooth to purchase. I am not good with very spicy food, so I ordered the 1-spicy tantanmen without soup. Even though it was just 1-spicy, it had a strong numbing and spicy flavor. The combination with my favorite cilantro (you can choose to add or not) was great, and I finished it in no time. They also have a unique grape-based Sichuan pepper oil on the table for flavor enhancement. I will definitely visit again when I crave spicy food!

Visited "Shibire Noodles Rousoku-ya" in the food and drink district in Umeda's Chayamachi. This shop offers dishes like mapo noodles and tantanmen where you can choose the level of spiciness and numbness. I visited seeking extreme spiciness. The shop only accepts electronic payments, no cash. I ordered the soupless tantanmen with double the spiciness level increased to the maximum. It cost 1,100 yen. The base was sweet with hints of garlic, coriander, and a complex flavor of spiciness and numbness. The noodles had a chewy and unique texture, very delicious. Despite ordering the highest level of spiciness available, it was relatively mild, about as spicy as a level 3 at a certain curry chain. I enjoyed the spiciness while eating. The interior of the shop was clean and stylish, fitting for a new food and drink district in Chayamachi. It was bustling with many female customers. I visited on a Saturday at 11 am and was able to get a seat right away.

Since yesterday, I've been thinking about what to eat in Osaka for work! I was browsing through the list of restaurants registered on Tabelog and suddenly came across the Ma Po noodles! I was instantly drawn to its appearance and couldn't change my mind anymore!! I was the first customer to enter the store and purchased a ticket from the vending machine! It may have been my first time at a cashless store. I've always thought they should have more of them. The straightforwardness of this place is also wonderful. It may charge a handling fee of around 3.25%, but if you go completely cashless, there are only benefits! As I was considering this, my dish arrived! I ordered the Ma Po noodles with extra noodles and extra spiciness. Not only are the noodles extra, but the toppings are also increased to match the noodles, which is great. The extra portion fee is +250 yen. I realized after buying the ticket that rice is free! Rice diving into the Ma Po soup is very tempting, but I resisted to avoid affecting my work in the afternoon. I took a bite right away. This is it!! I nodded in agreement. I ordered it with medium spiciness, but I think it would be fine with extra spiciness too. The numbness is just right. Personally, I prefer a bit stronger numbness, but this is also incredibly delicious! The noodles are slightly thick and chewy! I would be even happier if they provided tempura or something as a side dish. In addition to Ma Po noodles, they also have hot and sour noodles, dry tantan noodles, and tantan noodles with soup, with a wide variety of menu options. Next time, I might try the hot and sour noodles. I finished the soup filled with ingredients, and finished my meal! Thank you for the meal. I'll definitely come back again!

Night visit on a regular day. No waiting, but the restaurant is full. It must be popular. Good location too. Purchased tickets at the cashless ticket machine and waited for 10 minutes. - Mapo Men (level 4 spiciness) - Soupless Tantan Men with cheese and cilantro (level 2 spiciness) The Mapo Men has a strong Sichuan pepper flavor and is delicious!! If you like numbing spiciness, you will love this taste!! Honestly, I underestimated it as just putting Mapo tofu on noodles, but don't underestimate it! The Mapo tofu itself is delicious. Not too heavy, elegant, and tasty. Putting the grapes Sichuan pepper and vinegar (a blend vinegar that is incredibly delicious, I want to know what blend it is) on the table adds a refreshing taste and allows for flavor changes. I chose level 4 spiciness, but there was no spiciness from the chili peppers. There was numbing sensation though. I felt numb for a while even after finishing the meal. The Tantan Men without soup that my companion ordered had a quite ethnic flavor, maybe thanks to the cilantro topping? It was delicious in its own way too.

I used it for lunch on a regular day during work. You can enter without worrying even if you are alone. (After finishing eating, around 12:40, there were already a few people waiting!) I ordered the coriander mapo noodles, which is a delight for coriander lovers. Orders are placed in advance at the self-service vending machine. I panicked when the rice was sold out, but it turns out that it is provided for free during lunchtime! I ordered the normal level of spiciness, which was level 2. I find Cocoichi's curry spicy, but the level 2 here was not spicy at all. I would like to try one level higher next time. The taste was good with plenty of coriander. Personally, I thought the mapo could be a bit richer, but it was not bad at all! I just wish it had a bit more spiciness. However, on this hot day, the air conditioning in the restaurant was not very cool, which was a drawback. I forgot to bring a handkerchief and kept wiping with the tissues on the table (grateful that they were provided...). I recommend avoiding hot summer days if you plan to visit!

I arrived at the store about 10 minutes after opening, and it seemed to be quite popular. I ordered the dan dan noodles with an egg topping, and chose the recommended level of spiciness. It wasn't as spicy as a certain popular hot pot restaurant. I tried using the mountain pepper oil, but didn't feel much of a flavor change. The noodles were cooked to a normal softness, but I regretted not specifying that I prefer them firmer. The major issue is that there is no restroom in the restaurant, which was surprising and made it feel less comfortable. I had to eat and leave without being able to relax. I don't think I will visit this place again. If they had a restroom and firmer noodles, it might have been a better experience. I hope they will install one eventually.

The heat has eased a bit, so I went for something spicy. I had the soupless tantanmen for 1,000 yen, which was quite satisfying with a decent amount of noodles. The lunch comes with complimentary rice, so even the regular size was enough for me. I chose level 4 spiciness, and it wasn't just hot, but also deliciously spicy, so no problem at all - in fact, it was delicious. I even added some extra chili peppers from the table. The olive pepper recommended on the menu was also tasty when added. The spiciness makes the rice taste even better.

The lineup is all attractive. It was disappointing that they were out of rice dishes as it was about an hour before closing. Instead, I got the noodles in a large serving. It arrived shortly after. It was quite big. Delicious! I'm not a fan of spicy food, but this meal gave me a satisfaction that ranks in my top 3 recently. Thank you for the meal!

It's summer, and I wanted to eat something spicy to boost my energy. I ordered the 4-spice level spicy mapo noodles. As I ate, I started to sweat. They had Sichuan pepper oil and additional spicy seasoning on the side, so I added more while eating. The noodles were well coated, so even if I only ate the noodles, the toppings kept coming. It also came with rice, which was a nice touch. It's something I crave once in a while. Thank you for the meal.

Osaka・Hankyu Umeda [#CandleShop] ☑︎ Soupless Tan Tan Men • 2023.08.11 ------------------------------ This Tan Tan Men has a perfect balance of numbness and spiciness. I tried ordering the large portion for the first time and it was quite a lot, making it a bit challenging. The tableside condiments like blended vinegar, grape sansho oil, and fresh ichimi are very satisfying. Thank you for the meal. ▫️Candle Shop ▫️5-minute walk from Hankyu Umeda Station ▫️11:00-15:00 18:30-21:30 ------------------------------ #OsakaFood #UmedaLunch #ChayamachiLunch #TanTanMen #SouplessTanTanMen #Noodles #MixedNoodles #Noodlestagram #Foodstagram #Foodiegram #FoodDiary #FoodieConnects

I visited my favorite ramen shop for the second time, known for its always long lines and delicious mabo men. This shop specializes in spicy ramen, perfect for when you're craving some heat. Recently, another shop where I used to enjoy mabo men closed down, so my craving for it has been growing. This time, I ordered the mabo men with reduced spiciness and numbing sensation. Even if you're not a fan of spicy food, the regular spiciness level is quite manageable! The noodles were soft, coated in a thick soup, and while it didn't completely change my concept of mabo men, it was a delicious version. For those who want more spice, there are chili peppers on the table for you to adjust the heat level. Personally, I recommend adding grapefruit sansho oil for a refreshing and fruity flavor change. If you like it, you can also purchase the grapefruit sansho oil. During lunchtime, rice is complimentary, so after finishing your ramen, why not try the mabo don? I ended up feeling so full! Mabo men is not a common dish in other places, so if you're looking for it in Umeda, this is the place to go. I went just 5 minutes before opening on a weekday and there was no line, so that time might be a good opportunity to visit.

Eating spicy food for the second part of the summer fatigue relief series. Tried the extra spicy Mabo noodles at Shibire Noodle Rousoku-ya. Even though it was extra spicy, the heat and numbness weren't too intense, so I added plenty of crushed red pepper from the table to adjust. Halfway through, I added grapefruit sansho oil for a flavor change. It had a nice kick with a good balance of spiciness and acidity.

Located in Chayamachi in Umeda, this Chinese restaurant is perfect for lunch. It is a small counter-only shop, and this time I tried the mapo ramen. The mapo tofu had a strong kick of sansho pepper, giving it a spicy flavor! I could feel the attention to detail in the soup, and the noodles were smooth and chewy. However, since it was just the two of us running the shop, I felt that the customer service was not a top priority. The white rice was also hard, and it was a bit disappointing that fluffy rice was not served.

I went to eat Mapo noodles. I didn't have high expectations because I thought Mapo tofu was good enough on its own, but I was pleasantly surprised. The Mapo sauce had a nice thick texture, topped with chewy noodles, and a soup-like base with a strong numbing sensation from the Sichuan pepper. It had a slightly junky feel that was oddly addictive. It came with a small bowl of rice at the end, so I dove into the remaining soup! Perfect. Everything was well balanced and thought out, I was impressed. I'll definitely come back.

A dish combining Mapo tofu and Champon noodles. The unique feature is the numbing sensation similar to sansho pepper, giving it a quite authentic taste. I enjoy spicy foods like chili peppers, but I'm not a big fan of the intense spiciness of "La" in Sichuan cuisine. The person I went with really enjoyed it and got hooked, so tastes may vary.

This is a shop that I want to visit regularly. The mabo noodles with a kick of sansho pepper have the perfect balance of flavor and spiciness! Personally, I appreciate the prepayment system using electronic payment only, which helps to keep the customer turnover smooth. It's convenient for a quick stop at lunchtime too!

Arrived at 12:00 on a regular day. There were 7 people waiting. Waited about 15 minutes to enter the restaurant. Ordered the Spicy Mapo Tofu Noodles with Coriander, level 4 spiciness, large serving for 1550 yen. Rice was included for lunch, so I ordered that as well. The soup (Mapo) had a nice level of spiciness and numbing sensation, very delicious. Even though I ordered level 4 spiciness, it was just right for me. It's subjective, but I felt the spiciness was on the milder side. It paired well with the coriander and was tasty. The noodles were from Sanjouya Seimen, and although they were a bit different and not shirataki noodles, they had a similar texture. Perhaps it was the chewiness of the noodles? They went well with the soup and were delicious. I started to get a bit tired of the flavors as I kept eating, but I added some vinegar and oil to change the taste and managed to finish it all. Thank you for the meal~.

I had the soupless tantanmen with extra noodles and extra spicy, with a warm boiled egg on top. I arrived at the restaurant around 1 pm and there was already a line of about 15 people. I managed to get in just in time before the lunch service ended. After waiting for about 45 minutes, I finally entered the restaurant. I was torn between getting the tantanmen or the mapo tofu noodles, but I decided to go with my recent favorite, the tantanmen. I ordered the free extra noodles with a side of rice. The extra spicy level was not too overwhelming in terms of heat, but it did have a numbing sensation that made my lips tingle throughout the meal. If you're not used to this kind of numbing spice, you might want to be cautious. Thank you for the meal!

I happened to pass by this place and decided to visit during lunch near Osaka Station. The price of 1100 yen for a meal is slightly high, but still within an acceptable range. During lunch hours, rice was served as a complimentary side dish, so I chose the spiciest option without hesitation. It was quite spicy, but I think it's not a problem for those who like spicy food. As for the taste, the authentic mapo tofu with a numbing and spicy flavor paired perfectly with the ramen. It's a taste that I love, so I will definitely visit again when I'm in the area!