I was able to visit a restaurant that caught my interest after being introduced on a delicious TV show. It was during the winter when it was broadcasted, and after a few months, I finally went for dinner. Surprisingly, it wasn't crowded and I could park easily and find a seat. I ordered the Dekamori menu, which was a large portion of katsuchashu, equivalent to three servings. It came with ramen, abura soba, and katsudon all in one bowl, with a generous amount of food. The seasoning was on the stronger side, but the medium portion was just right for me. I couldn't imagine trying the five-serving portion, as it seemed too much. It was delicious and reasonably priced. Thank you for the meal.

I remembered a great restaurant that used to be on TV and decided to visit it on a Sunday around 11:30 am. There were only 3 other customers there. After much deliberation, I chose the Maeda Park medium portion for 1200 yen. The Maeda Park set includes fried rice, yakisoba with thick sauce, and a large sunny-side-up egg. The medium portion is said to be for 3 people... and the large portion is for 5 people. If you leave any food uneaten, there is a penalty of 500 yen. I waited for a little over 20 minutes. Maybe it takes longer because it's for 3 people? When the food arrived, there were 3 servings of yakisoba with thick sauce and 3 servings of fried rice in the large portion. Can I finish it all...? The couple next to me looked surprised and amused. I started with the yakisoba, which was delicious and easy to eat. When I started to feel full, the crispy burnt bits made me want to eat more. When I had finished about 80% of the yakisoba, I moved on to the fried rice. It was a bit salty, but that actually made it easier to eat. I focused on finishing the fried rice. The flavor was so intense that I didn't need to change it up midway. I managed to finish everything and went to pay. The owner and the couple next to me were very surprised that I, a slim person, could eat that much. It was a typical case of a skinny person with a big appetite... Thank you for the meal! #GreatRestaurant

On a certain holiday, dinner was at Iwaryu Ramen! My wife and eldest daughter were not very hungry as they had eaten too much for lunch, so my second son and I went for dinner. It was our first time at this restaurant. We arrived at 7:10 PM and there was one customer already there. The interior had a retro Showa era feel with only 5 counter seats. The owner was the only staff working. Today's order was: - Pork Cutlet Curry (Me) - 850 yen - Meat Fried Rice (Second son) - 750 yen After about 5 minutes of waiting, our dishes arrived: - Pork Cutlet Curry (Rating: 3.5) - It was surprisingly not bad. It was decent enough to eat. Considering the current situation, 850 yen for pork cutlet curry is on the cheaper side. - Meat Fried Rice (Rating: 2.5) - My usually ravenous son seemed different this time. I took a bite and realized it didn't suit my taste at all. What's wrong? The fried rice itself was okay, but it seems the sauce on top was the issue. I recommended Umakacchan, but my son's bad luck led him to choose the meat fried rice. Listen to what the elders say! It seems like we found a delicious restaurant, but I don't think we'll be coming back. Thank you for the meal!

I visited the restaurant Iwaryu Ramen, which was featured on my favorite TV show. This place is known for its large portions, but since it was my first visit, I avoided overeating. I was curious about the large portion menu, but I decided to order the Umakacchan instead. It consisted of fried rice, pork cutlet, and shredded cabbage, and the combination was delicious! I thought the portion size could be a bit bigger, so next time I might go for the large portion or even the super-sized portion (enough for three people). Thank you for the meal.

I haven't visited this delicious restaurant in a long time, but I'm thinking of going to see it. The specialty here is the delicious fried rice. There are a couple of parking spaces available, with no other customers when I arrived. There were two customers inside. It seems that it was quite busy right after it was featured on TV, but now it has calmed down. I ordered and waited for about 7 minutes for my food to arrive. The fried rice, as always, was very generous in portion and tasted amazing. The crispy pork cutlet topping was also delicious. It had been a while since I last ate here, but it was still delicious.

I tried the Iwaya Ramen's miso ramen. The owner of the unique Omoumai shop is surprisingly friendly. The ramen is lightly flavored miso and simply delicious. It has plenty of vegetables and old-fashioned firm chashu slices. The flavored egg was tasty, but the peeling of the shell was a bit sloppy.

Today, I headed to this restaurant with the intention of trying their large portion dish. I arrived more than 10 minutes before the opening time, and the absence of snow on the road made driving very smooth... which led me to arrive too early. The parking lot was empty, and it seemed like I was the first one there. The restaurant opened exactly at 11 o'clock, and the tough-looking bald-headed owner came out to put up the curtain. I hesitated a bit before entering the restaurant. The only other customers were a young couple. I sat at the counter and contemplated the large portion menu... but when I saw a warning on the back that said if I couldn't finish it, I would face "divine punishment," I started to doubt if I could actually eat it. So, I ended up choosing a regular menu item called "Umakachan" for 900 yen. It took about 15 minutes for the dish to be ready, possibly due to the preparation process. I received the dish over the counter and thought to myself that this should be manageable. I also received the soup a bit later and started eating. It turned out to be fried rice with tonkatsu and cabbage on the side. As I started eating, the couple next to me received their order of "Teineyama" in a medium size, and I couldn't help but take a picture of it. The flavor of my "Umakachan" was slightly sweet, which surprisingly went well with the fried rice. It was delicious and just the right amount. By the time I finished, the tough-looking owner started chatting with me and turned out to be quite friendly. He mentioned he was from Shiroishi in Miyagi Prefecture, and we bonded over stories about Shiroishi, where I used to visit for work. He also mentioned that the restaurant would be featured on a TV show soon, which made me feel lucky to have visited before the rush. I joked that the restaurant would get busy after the show airs, and it seemed like a lot of work for the one-man operation.

After the regular car inspection, I stopped by Iwaryu Ramen for the first time in about a year and a half! I ordered the soy sauce ramen in large size and a mini fried rice. It arrived in about 7 minutes. The mini fried rice looked beautiful with its colors! The soy sauce ramen was piping hot when served, really surprising! From the second sip, I savored it slowly. It was hot but delicious. The soup had just the right richness for me. It was delicious! The mini fried rice was a bit lightly seasoned but had an elegant taste. Overall, it was really delicious! I used to always eat soy sauce ramen in the past instead of spicy ones. The simple taste of soy sauce ramen really hit the spot. The mini fried rice added a luxurious touch to my relaxing holiday. Now, I'll take a nap and then go do the laundry. Have a nice day!

Entered the restaurant during lunchtime on a national holiday. There were 2 customers already seated and 5 customers waiting in line. It seems like a popular spot. The small restaurant has about 7 counter seats and operates with just one staff member. Surprisingly, smoking is allowed even during lunchtime in the cramped space. Unbelievable! I ordered the Fry Ban Char Siu Ramen (800 yen) because it wasn't listed on Tabelog. It only comes in a salt flavor. I was curious about what it was. Later, I noticed that the customers behind me also ordered the same dish. Is it a popular menu item? When I got home and checked, I realized that it was actually listed on Tabelog. It arrived in about 10 minutes, probably because the chef was busy with the previous orders. Contrary to what I imagined from the name, it looked like a regular ramen bowl. It had a dark-colored meat on top of cabbage, which seemed to be the char siu fried in soy sauce in a frying pan. Aside from this salty char siu-like item, it was a simple salt ramen. There's nothing particularly noteworthy about it. This is the famous restaurant that even the competitive eater Angela Sato has visited. If you're up for the challenge, feel free to try their large serving. Thank you for the meal.

I came back to Iwaryu for the first time in December last year! If you're really hungry, this is the place to be! This time, I had Umakachan! Fried rice & pork cutlet with cabbage dressing on one plate! And Wakame seaweed soup! It's more delicious than usual. By the way, the large portion order is also delicious, so you can keep going without getting tired of it! The old-fashioned atmosphere is nice! It's a very good restaurant.

A restaurant that has been offering takeout since the old days. It's 5:30 PM on a weekday. I can park my car in front of the restaurant and the curtain is hanging, so I decide to go inside. Even before opening the door, I can hear lively music playing at a very loud volume. They seem not to notice because of the loud music. I ask them if everything is okay, and they respond with a yes. I assume this is their background music, but then they turn off the music and switch on the TV for me. They only have a counter seating. At the end of the counter, I can see a stack of books or something, and in the back, there are samples of huge portions on display. Oh, right, this is the place where Angela Sato couldn't finish the huge portion challenge! Water is poured from the kitchen faucet into a glass, making a loud noise. I was a bit hesitant to drink it, so I just leave it there for now. I order the miso ramen for 750 yen. About 7 minutes later, they hand it to me over the counter. They warn me that it's hot, so I take it carefully. It's a large bowl, like a giant mortar. The soup is plentiful, and the noodles are of a decent amount. I take a sip of the soup. Oh, this is the kind of flavor I like. It's a nostalgic taste that I enjoy. The noodles are also the kind I like, firm and chewy. The chashu is a bit thin, but not too heavily seasoned, just right. The half of the boiled egg is a bit messy, which is funny but delicious. I like this seasoning and noodles. The menma is usually not my favorite when it's thick, but here it's soft and tasty. The green onions are crunchy, and the balance is really good. Towards the end, I cautiously try the water. Yes, it's fine. I had exactly 750 yen, so I give it to them, and they just put it in their wallet normally. It was delicious! I say, and the owner replies with, "Really? Thank you so much!" They seem quite cute. This is a ramen that I occasionally crave for its taste. They have unique items on the menu like the huge portions, so I'll bring my son next time. It's a quirky restaurant, so I find myself staring at the dishes and cups. It's fine, but if you're concerned, it might be better to bring your own water bottle. It was a taste I hadn't had in a while. I'd like to try other miso ramen flavors, but they seem a bit pricey. Also, it might get really hot in there during the summer. I'll go back before it gets too hot. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal!

It's a place in Teine-ku, Maeda 5-jo 15-chome along Tarukawa street, but for the exact location, as always, please check the map on Tabelog. There was a restaurant I was interested in in Teine-ku, so I decided to visit, but to my surprise, it was closed on that day. They seem to have increased their regular holidays since August this year, so I visited this place for the first time in over twenty years. Upon arriving at the restaurant, I parked my car in the front parking lot and entered. I sat at the available counter seat and checked the menu. I ordered the "Shio Ramen" as usual and waited for it to be served. It took about 10 minutes for the ramen to arrive. The ramen had a clear broth and was to my liking. The soup had a gentle umami flavor with a slightly high salt content. The noodles were of medium thickness, with a high water content and a light wave-like texture. As for the toppings, there was a lean slice of chashu, menma, nori, half a seasoned egg, and chopped green onions. This restaurant started offering "large portions" over a decade ago, but it doesn't concern me at all.

This was my first experience at Iwaryu Ramen. Today, I tried the Dekamori, which is about 5 servings for one person. I had the Maeda Park and Katsuchashu. Both were ¥1200 each. The portion was surprisingly large for the price. My companion had the Maeda Park (a combination of ankake yakisoba and fried rice) and finished it in 15 minutes. I chose the Katsuchashu, which was a bit challenging with the soft and fluffy rice underneath the crispy pork cutlet. It was a generous serving with both the oil soba, but I managed to finish it. The curry sauce at the end was a nice touch. The food was delicious and great value for money. The atmosphere of the restaurant was cozy and homey, not as fancy as other reviews may suggest, but I would definitely visit again. The manager and his wife were friendly and welcoming. Thank you for the meal!

The parking lot can fit 2 cars. The shop may not be very clean, but the food is delicious! It's a small shop run by the owner alone, serving generous portions of pork cutlet bowls. They also offer delivery, so please be understanding and patient!

"Katsuchashu ramen, medium size, 1,200 yen."