I had always been curious and wanted to visit "Menkui Mentai Jisuta," a restaurant I had not been to before because I had trouble finding a place to park my bike. But I decided to go to Tamatsukuri with the mindset of figuring out the parking situation once I got there! To my surprise, there was a space next to the restaurant where I could park my bike, enough for about 3 bikes (maybe for employees?). I parked my bike next to another bike that was already there. - Arrival time: 2:15 PM I had overslept and woke up close to noon, so I was grateful that the restaurant was open all day. I ordered the Men Tai soba with a boiled egg topping and rice (medium size). - Serving time: 5 minutes Wow, what a feast! 2 slices of chashu, bamboo shoots, a half-boiled egg, and 3 wontons! This kind of toppings would be called special at other places! It was very luxurious. I also added a boiled egg as an extra topping, but it turns out there was already a half-boiled egg included in the bowl! I didn't need to add extra toppings after all. And the additional toppings were very affordable. Even with the extra boiled egg, I got change back from a thousand yen. Quite surprising and reasonable! Now, let's taste the soup. It's quite oily, making it hard to discern the flavor when it's piping hot. But it's undeniably delicious. As it cools down a bit, the saltiness becomes more pronounced, enhancing the overall taste. The chicken and seafood flavors are well-balanced, with the soy sauce adding a defining touch to the broth. The noodles are medium-thick curly noodles with a chewy texture that I love with clear soy or salt broth. The chashu and boiled egg had a subtle flavor, while the wontons were packed with umami, adding a nice accent to the bowl. Overall, it was a delicious bowl of ramen. I had read various reviews of this restaurant before visiting, with clear opinions on both sides. I found aspects to agree with in both positive and negative reviews. It's interesting how different people can have different perceptions and how that can affect the taste. That's why customer service, atmosphere, and presentation are all part of the dining experience. I enjoyed contemplating these thoughts while having a great meal. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I visited the restaurant alone on Saturday before 3 pm. It was an odd time, so there was only one other group, a parent and child. I didn't gather information beforehand, so I regretted not checking the menu in advance. In the end, I ordered the recommended Men-tai ramen with fried chicken. The ramen had a clear tonkotsu soy sauce broth with toppings like chashu, seasoned egg, bamboo shoots, green onions, and wontons. The soup was light with a delicate soy sauce flavor and a lingering tonkotsu aroma. Personally, I felt it was more of a ramen to enjoy after drinking rather than a hearty meal. However, there were many other rich menu options available, so I think it would be great to visit with family or friends to each choose their preferred ramen. As a side note, the name Men-tai Jista is catchy and memorable, so I thought a brighter decor and friendly service would make the experience even better. Thank you for the meal. *The fried chicken in the photo is not part of the set meal.

Crispy soy sauce soup with firm noodles, delicious! Visited a popular ramen shop in Tamatsukuri, Osaka for the first time! Arrived on a Saturday afternoon at 5 o'clock and got seated immediately without waiting outside! The shop had a sharp and tight atmosphere with the owner managing everything alone! I ordered the wonton ramen and enjoyed the crispy soy sauce soup with firm noodles! It was delicious!

On Friday, it was raining but the weekend weather was expected to be bad, so I went for a mini train ride. I got off at JR Tamatsukuri Station for lunch at 13:40. I resisted the temptation of Oden or Ramen and decided to try the Wonton Noodles at a place called Kikuya. The restaurant seemed very accessible with its all-day service. I hesitated at the ticket machine, wondering if I should go for the regular ramen or the mixed noodles. In the end, I chose the Wonton Noodles for 890 yen. The staff cheerfully took my food ticket and directed me to a seat at the counter. The lady in charge of the hall was very talkative and her conversations with other customers were quite entertaining. When my Wonton Noodles arrived, I found it to be delicious with rare chashu, a perfectly cooked half-boiled egg, and thin straight noodles in a gentle soup. It was a satisfying meal.

Osaka's Ramen restaurant, Mentaijista in Tamatsukuri was recommended by my colleague, so I decided to visit. I haven't really been to Tamatsukuri since I was a child. (Actually, when I was in elementary school, I used to go to a cram school from Senri New Town to Tamatsukuri. That cram school has been gone for almost 30 years now...) I ordered the Shoyu Chuka Soba. It arrived in just a few minutes. The aroma of fish stock, either from sea bream dashi or sea bream head simmered in sauce, wafts gently... The taste is amazing. I assume a considerable amount of sea bream head is used in the broth. But there is no hint of fishiness, probably because of the thorough preparation. It's incredibly delicious. Fish lovers will be thrilled. It has a refined taste different from typical dried fish broth. The noodles are firm and go well with the soup. I want to try the Shio Ramen next time. Thank you for the meal.

My father's favorite restaurant is "This is Good Enough" style, where they have taken their chashu ramen to an incredibly high level. The gentle yet rich chicken broth pairs perfectly with the chewy, medium-thick curly noodles, making it a delight to slurp up one after another. The wontons have a refreshing texture, and what's even better is that they generously top it off with thickly sliced green onions.

It is located right near JR Tamatsukuri Station. It is not on a main street and does not have a prominent sign, but you can find it easily if you look at a map. I visited alone around 13:00 on a Sunday in April. I bought a meal ticket at the ticket machine near the entrance and handed it to the staff. I sat at the counter seat where I was guided. The chairs were a bit high, but the balance with the table was good. There were two other groups of customers, both families. The menu included set meals. There were various types of ramen, but when in doubt, I always choose the one at the top! So, I ordered the Chuka Soba. The Chuka Soba costs ¥780 and comes with toppings like menma, half-flavored egg, and one slice of chashu. The soup was slightly sweet soy sauce flavor, light and somewhat nostalgic. The noodles were a bit chewy and seemed to be cooked on the firmer side. The flavored egg lacked much taste, so I ate it with the soup. Overall, it had that classic soy sauce ramen taste. Perhaps due to COVID-19 measures, the entrance door was left wide open, making it hard to notice when customers arrived. Payment is cash only. Thank you for the meal! (⁠*⁠´⁠ω⁠｀⁠*⁠) ===========

This post is a reminder for myself to remember the deliciousness of the restaurants I visited. I have listed only the scores that I personally felt were delicious as a memo. Please note that these are personal scores that may be influenced by changes in health or emotions. ===========

I visited this place for the first time, which I had been curious about, a 5-minute walk from JR Tamatsukuri Station, on a weekday after 1 pm. I was planning to order the recommended menu, but lately I've been drawn to spicy food. When I saw the ticket machine, I became interested in the "Danyell Punch," a spicy dish. There was a playful exchange about whether to go for a normal ramen or the spicy one, and I ended up choosing the Danyell Punch. There were instructions on how to eat it at the table, which was helpful. It was interesting to dip it in beaten egg. Assuming it was delicious, I must say that it was too salty for my taste. I wish the spiciness had been more pronounced towards the end. Tamatsukuri has many interesting restaurants, it was a pleasant experience. Thank you for the meal!

When it comes to Mentasuta, people think of Chinese soba, but I heard that they also serve Tonkotsu ramen (limited edition), so I went to try it. Despite its appearance, it is surprisingly light. It is made with pure pork bones, and the noodles are also improved for Tonkotsu ramen, making it very delicious. I was very satisfied with it.

Tamatsukuri, Menkui Mentaijista, winter limited menu Tonkotsu ramen & karaage set. The limited menu Tonkotsu ramen is so delicious that I wish it was a regular menu item. It's been a while since I last had it, but maybe I'm getting used to it, as the usual excitement was missing. Maybe it's due to COVID measures, but the door was left open, so it was cold until the ramen arrived, and the ramen cooled down quickly, especially the thick soup! I still have concerns about COVID, but I really hope things go back to normal soon. I think Tamatsukuri residents should have Men Tai's karaage for Christmas instead of KFC! However, the karaage seemed different, maybe they changed the chicken meat. Since the taste can vary depending on who makes it, I want to try the evening session next time. Personally, I prefer Men Tai over JET when it comes to Tamatsukuri ramen, so I understand that it must be tough due to COVID and rising ingredient costs, but I hope they keep doing their best. #OsakaGourmet #OsakaRamen #TamatsukuriGourmet #TamatsukuriRamen #MenstagramOsaka #Menstagram #MenHera #ramen #ramennoodles #ramenlover #OsakaTravel #OsakaTrip #OsakaJapan #Osaka

As it was my first visit, I ordered the shoyu ramen. Another person ordered the chuka soba. The prices were affordable, which was nice. However, I found the soup to be too simple and couldn't really taste anything. I finished it easily as it was light. I didn't feel like the noodles and soup were a good match. It just didn't suit my taste.

On my day off ☆ For lunch on such a day ＼(^o^)／, I went to a famous restaurant in Osaka called "Menkui Menta Jisuta" for my club activities ( ｰ`дｰ´)ｷﾘｯ It's located in Tamatsukuri, less than 30 minutes by car from my home. I arrived a little before the opening time of 11:30, but the restaurant was already open, lucky me ♬ They had hand sanitizers and acrylic boards, so the infection prevention measures were well in place. The interior had counter seats and four two-person table seats. I bought a ticket at the ticket machine next to the entrance and ordered the Menkui soba with extra noodles (890 yen) ♪ Soon, the bowl arrived w Chashu, Menma, Wonton, green onions, and seasoned egg as toppings ✨ For only 100 yen extra, you can get all the toppings, such a great deal! The large Chashu and slippery Wonton had a delicious texture (ﾟдﾟ)ｳﾏｰ The noodles were medium thick with a slightly curly texture, somewhat chewy and tasty (ﾟдﾟ)ﾒﾁｬｳﾏ The soup was a gentle and light soy sauce broth based on chicken bones, which was very delicious ( ﾟv^ ) ｵｲﾁｲ Once again, I found a great restaurant and left very satisfied (*'ω'*) It was a very fulfilling meal ( ﾟv^ ) ｺﾞﾁｿｳｻﾏﾝｻ

This is 'Menkui Mentai Jisuta' near Osaka Tamatsukuri Station. They claim to be a Jiro-style ramen shop, which is quite impressive in a way. When you enter the shop, you first buy a meal ticket. This time, I tried the 'Men Tai Hatsu Jiro-style', which is the 'Sinful Pork Mountain Ramen (990 yen)'. Let's get right into it, it's not really a Jiro-style, more like Jiro-inspired. There are no chanting (free toppings) either. From the looks of it, it's quite different from a Jiro ramen. It's just thicker noodles. The taste of the soup is also completely different, more like tonkotsu. That was my experience at 'Menkui Mentai Jisuta'. Thank you for the meal!!!

I am a noodle enthusiast, Mr. Jista! This time, I visited a ramen shop in a slightly drunk state after attending an event on the island! It was already past 11:30 PM. I ordered the rich Chinese-style ramen. It already came with half a seasoned egg, but I added another seasoned egg on top! The soup was a rich chicken white broth, thick and flavorful, with a hint of seafood from the fish powder on the seaweed. Since they ran out of thick noodles that day, I had it with egg noodles, which went really well with the rich chicken white broth. The seaweed added a nice flavor, and the bamboo shoots were crunchy. The seasoned egg was perfectly soft-boiled, and the pork slices were tender. It was a bit too heavy for me after drinking, but it was a delicious way to end the night!

I ordered the simple and best Chinese soba. While soy sauce ramen can often be too sweet or too salty for me, this shop's broth was deep and not overly sweet or salty, making it very delicious! The noodles were medium-thin and had a smooth texture, sliding easily into my mouth. The soft-boiled egg was seasoned just right to match the soup, not too strong and perfectly semi-cooked. I finished the soup to the last drop. I want to try something else, but I also want to have the Chinese soba again! If only I had three stomachs!

I visited here after a long time around 10 pm on a weekend night, so there were not many customers. I ordered the Wonton Ramen for 690 yen, Gyoza for 320 yen, and a Lemon Chuhai for 300 yen (which had increased by 100 yen but still tasted delicious). The gyoza was served with homemade miso sauce and green onions, and had a slightly junky style but was tasty. The ramen was a simple Chinese soba, but the flavor seemed a bit richer than before. They are open late, so it's convenient for those who missed dinner.

I visited Men Tai Jista, located a 5-minute walk from JR Tamatsukuri Station, around 11:45 on a weekday. I had been there once before, over 5 years ago, but couldn't remember the taste, so I decided to revisit. There were no other customers when I arrived. I purchased the "Men Tai Soba" for 750 yen from the ticket machine at the entrance. The noodles arrived quickly. The appearance was like a traditional Chinese soba. It came with toppings such as chashu, menma, wonton, green onions, and seasoned egg. The chashu was the classic thick slice type and tasted delicious. The seasoned egg seemed to have been marinated for a short time, with a lightly colored surface and a good soft-boiled texture. The wonton was smooth but didn't stand out much as a topping. The noodles were medium-thin and slightly curly, but the texture was a bit off. What bothered me was the way the staff carelessly placed the ramen on the table. It instantly killed my appetite. Overall, despite having a high rating on Tabelog and being a long-standing ramen shop in the competitive Tamatsukuri area, I can't give it a high score based on the taste, price, and overall atmosphere of the place, including the staff. I'm sorry for the harsh review. Thank you for the meal.

[Date & Time] Date: Tuesday (weekday) Time: 21:40 Lineup: Zero Customers ahead: Zero [Flow until entry] 1. Enter the store 2. Alcohol spray & temperature check from staff 3. Purchase food tickets 4. Seat guidance from staff 5. Water served with food tickets by staff * Pitcher on the counter, paper hand towels available * Trash can at the counter * Bag storage under the counter * No hangers * Toilet at the back of the counter * Amenities: Toothpicks [Ambiance & Staff] "Daniel Punch" for 920 yen "Sobamashi (with extra noodles)" for 100 yen [Today's Menu] Quiet atmosphere with jazz playing in the background. L-shaped counter surrounding the kitchen, and three tables. Stains on the walls and wooden frames are noticeable. The menu is old and hard to read. However, as expected from a ramen shop in Osaka, the service is good. Polite greetings and a warm welcome. There were no customers at first, but after 10 pm, groups and individuals started coming in. It's a popular place and it's nice that they are open until 11 pm. [Daniel Punch/Sobamashi (with extra noodles)] "Daniel Punch" is a value set that comes with a raw egg and 80g of rice. - Sauce Cup: Oily soy sauce-based sauce with Sichuan pepper. A simple and orthodox flavor combination of soy sauce and Sichuan pepper, but the cheapness of it is appealing. It's delicious. However, when slurping without mixing, the Sichuan pepper got stuck in an odd place in the throat, causing a surprise and coughing for about a minute. Embarrassing. - Noodles: Chewy flat curly medium-thick noodles served generously with "Sobamashi." No need for extra toppings, the wheat flavor is rich, and the noodles alone are satisfying to eat. It's like eating delicious rice with sesame salt. Getting extra noodles was the right choice. - Toppings: Simple, just ground meat and tempura bits. - How to eat Daniel Punch: 1. Eat the bottom noodles without mixing. This way, you can strongly feel the tingling sensation of the Sichuan pepper. The harmony of sweet, slightly spicy soy sauce and Sichuan pepper. It's oily and flavorful. The saltiness is also strong. However, it's within an acceptable range and skillfully balances the spiciness. It's a bold and flavorful dish. 2. Mix the miso in the center and eat. By mixing the miso, the spiciness is enhanced, and the miso's richness comes out. It becomes more intense. However, instead of a significant change, it feels like the richness is increased. 3. Dip in the raw egg and eat. The raw egg adds a mild touch. The sticky texture and the spicy taste of miso and Sichuan pepper match well. It brings out a satisfying mildness without feeling diluted, allowing you to enjoy the comforting stickiness of the egg. It's enjoyable to slurp loudly. It's like a junky sukiyaki. 4. Dive into the raw egg and rice. The soy sauce from the noodles and the egg and rice are not enough, making the flavor a bit bland. The noodles are delicious, and balancing the distribution of flavors is challenging. So, sprinkle some black pepper to add spiciness. The spices work well, making the flavor rich. [Summary] Good Points: - Well-balanced spicy soy sauce - Chewy and flavorful noodles - Four delicious ways to eat - High cost-performance with rice and raw egg included Disappointing Points: - The amount of toppings differs from the menu - Waiting for the food to be served while looking at the counter's menu. The old Daniel Punch had a lot of toppings, unlike the simple presentation seen in reviews. Some customers might expect a more elaborate dish. However, while some reviews mentioned the taste as "ordinary," there are various ways to enjoy the meal, and all of them are delicious. Personally, I prefer simple toppings because the noodles are delicious and they become the main focus. It might be better to replace the old images.

I visited this highly-rated ramen restaurant in Tamamizu because I wanted to try their famous ramen. The menu was extensive, so I decided to order the most popular Men-Tai soba. I asked for a smaller portion, and the staff kindly offered to add it to my companion's order instead. The soy sauce ramen looked delicious, and I was excited to try it. However, when I tasted the soup, it was on the sweeter side and reminded me of supermarket sauce. The noodles were dry and lacked texture, which was disappointing. The wontons were all stuck together and also dry. The chashu was firm and well-cooked, while the soft-boiled egg was delicious. Overall, the ramen lacked cohesion and tasted overwhelmingly of flour. Even with a smaller portion, it was difficult to finish. I couldn't understand why this restaurant had such high ratings, and my companion felt the same way. Perhaps it's an acquired taste that some people enjoy, but it wasn't for us.

Date of visit: April 1, 2022, Friday, arrived at 20:30 Ranked in the top 5000 of Tabelog with an overall rating of 3.70 Ordered: - Chuka Soba (Chinese noodles) for 690 yen + extra noodles for 100 yen - Doro Soba (muddy noodles) for 930 yen + boiled egg for 100 yen No wait upon entering. There were no customers before us, and one person at a time arrived after us, so the restaurant still felt quite empty. The ticket machine offered various types of menus such as soy sauce, salt, chicken broth, and miso. Restaurants that focus on serving unique dishes usually have a specific direction, but here, the menu seemed quite diverse, which made me a bit uneasy. We were seated at a table and our dishes arrived after a short wait. First, I tried the soup of the Chuka Soba, which was slightly sweet. It had a traditional Chinese noodle soup flavor, but I couldn't taste much umami. The noodles were thin and slightly wavy, much harder than those I've had at other places, making them feel quite heavy. When I tried to lift the noodles, they didn't separate easily and felt stuck together. The noodles lacked flavor as well, which was disappointing. My wife's order, the Doro Soba (chicken broth-based), had thick noodles that were also hard and slightly sticky. The soup was thick and rich, but it lacked the distinctive umami flavor of chicken broth. It felt more like a generic chicken broth soup rather than something special. The restaurant was run by a female owner, which was rare for a ramen shop. The service was average, but the staff seemed to chat a lot among themselves, which was a bit distracting. Overall, we were both disappointed with the soup and noodles, and felt that despite its high overall rating and top 5000 ranking, it was not worth traveling far for. It felt more like a mediocre, under-the-radar, small independent restaurant rather than a top-ranked one.