On January 30th, the well-known ramen shop "Men'gyo," famous for its red snapper ramen, opened at the Ramen Gekijo in UDX in Akihabara. The location is a 2-minute walk from Akihabara Station Electric Town Exit on the JR Sobu Line, Yamanote Line, Keihin-Tohoku Line, and Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line. It is also a 7-8 minute walk from Exit 1 of Suehirocho Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, and an 8-minute walk from Iwamotocho Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line. The operating hours are from 11:00 to 23:00 continuously. I visited alone around 7:30 PM. Orders are placed using a ticket machine, with one machine inside the food court and four machines outside. The menu includes red snapper ramen with salt (930 yen), red snapper ramen with soy sauce (930 yen), rich red snapper ramen (980 yen), rich shrimp miso ramen (1,050 yen), Men'gyo's red snapper black ramen (1,100 yen), salmon ramen (930 yen), salmon tsukemen (930 yen), and salmon abura soba (830 yen), with prices varying for special and mixed rice sets. This was my third or fourth visit to Men'gyo, and I ordered the salmon ramen this time. I purchased the ticket and waited for my number to be called. The seating area is like a food court with around 100 seats, and Men'gyo is located towards the back, so I sat at a table in the back. After a 5-6 minute wait, my number was called, and I received my salmon ramen. The appearance of the soup was beautiful, with a clear and golden orange color. In the middle was a tender-looking rare chashu. The aroma was strong, reminiscent of seafood and fish, with a hint of salmon and red snapper. The taste was delicious, with a flavorful soup that had a smoky taste from the grilled salmon. It was similar to the red snapper ramen in terms of flavor. The noodles were made of 100% whole wheat flour, a custom-made straight noodle ground with a stone mill. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely visit again.

When I saw the ticket machine, I noticed they had a cold soup option so I chose that without hesitation. The soup had a refreshing broth with a hint of chilliness, enhancing the deliciousness of the sea bream broth. It was easy to drink and I finished it all. The noodles were made of whole wheat, thin and straight, with a slightly firm texture that paired well with the soup. The toppings included thin slices of pork, grated yuzu, green vegetables, sea bream flakes, and smoked egg. The pork was like prosciutto, and the smoked egg had a strong smoky flavor and a great taste, making it a must-have topping. The sea bream flakes added a perfect accent. When it gets colder, I would love to try their soup with a hearty porridge set. It's a must-try bowl of ramen.

"If someone asks me 'Where is your favorite ramen shop?' without hesitation, I would answer 'Men'gyo' because I love it so much. I never expected to find it in Akihabara! I tried their cold ramen, perfect for this season. Warm ramen is good too, but cold ramen is the best!"

While looking at home appliances, I decided to finally visit Men'yu-san and tried the sea bream salt ramen with seasonal green vegetables topping. The noodles and ingredients were delicious, but the soup was especially tasty. I usually only have a little bit of the soup, but this time I drank it all! I'm thinking of trying the porridge set next time. I wonder if the soup will be enough?

If you occasionally go, a recommended restaurant is "Madai Ramen Men-u Akihabara UDX Akihabara Ramen Theater Store" located in the restaurant area of Akihabara UDX. I visited the food court on the 2nd floor of the UDX building after a long time and discovered that the famous seafood ramen shop from Kinshicho, "Men-u," has a branch there! I purchased a ticket for the "Men-u Rich Ramen" for 1030 yen and proceeded to the store. The "Madai Ramen Men-u Akihabara UDX Akihabara Ramen Theater Store" is conveniently located near Akihabara Station! The food court space is quite spacious! The restaurant I was looking for, "Madai Ramen Men-u Akihabara UDX Akihabara Ramen Theater Store," is located at the back of the food court space. I found a seat right in front of the store and waited for my ordered "Men-u Rich Ramen" to be ready. While sipping water and watching the Keihin-Tohoku Line trains passing by in front of me, my "Men-u Rich Ramen" arrived! The soup had a strong umami flavor from the meat and a sharp umami flavor from the fish, making it powerful and refreshing, perfect for summer! The noodles, made with whole wheat flour, were fragrant and had a strong texture that paired well with the rich soup. The toppings included refreshing and smoky flaked sea bream, juicy and flavorful chashu cooked at low temperature, pleasantly bitter komatsuna, and finally, fragrant yuzu, crunchy raw onions, and refreshing green onions to finish off the soup. I enjoyed it cool and finished it all! Thank you for the meal! There are still many unknown restaurants in Akihabara, so I look forward to making opportunities to visit various places.

On a regular day after 12 o'clock, Yuran, who dislikes waiting in line, visited a shop with a line. A few years ago, I ate here a few times in Jinbocho (now closed). At that time, there was no rich sea bream ramen, so this time I decided to try the rich version. I bought a ticket at the vending machine and waited at a table in front of the shop to not miss my number being called. However, the music playing was quite loud, and I was worried that people sitting far away wouldn't hear their number being called. In fact, there were people who didn't come to pick up their order even after being called several times. After about 7-8 minutes, my number was called, and the ramen looked rich and creamy. The toppings on the ramen included greens, green onions, onions, chashu, yuzu, and shredded sea bream. The greens were oddly fishy and overcooked, the chashu, cooked using vacuum low-temperature cooking and smoked with cherry blossom, tasted somewhat sour. The shredded sea bream was grilled and had a nice smoky flavor. However, the rich sea bream fat extracted soup was extremely salty. The overall dish was too salty, making it difficult to finish. I had to drink a lot of water. The yuzu flavor was not strong enough to balance out the saltiness. Maybe it was too rich, and I should have just ordered the regular sea bream ramen. I was so impressed with the ramen in Jinbocho before, but if this saltiness is the norm, it might be too much for picky eaters like me.

Special Sea Bream Ramen Salt (Large): 1,250 + 150 yen at Akihabara Gohan. Dinner after using my discount at Bic Camera on the way home from work. It was my first time eating at the UDX food court and there were various restaurants to choose from, which was refreshing. This place is like a food court with three ramen shops. I had been wanting to try Men-gyo in Kinshicho, so I was glad to be able to eat it here. The flavor of sea bream broth and shredded fish was rich and delicious, and personally, I found it to be a very tasty bowl.

Akihabara UDX's Menegyosan. I have visited the main store about 3 times. It is located in one of the ramen food stalls called Mengeki, with a spacious dining space that is not crowded, which makes people who know about Menegyosan happy. I tried it again after a long time, and it seemed a bit salty and thick, whether it was originally like that or a difference in the store. The charred shredded fish is still delicious as always. It's nice that it's not crowded, but I feel like it doesn't compare to the main store due to preconceived notions, and I can't fully satisfy myself. However, it is easy to use, so if you are near Akihabara Station, please give it a try.

Special Rich Sea Bream Ramen with Flavored Egg Topping - 1390 yen Located in the UDX building in Akihabara, there are three ramen shops in a food court style. It was a little past 11 am on a Saturday, and the seating area was quite spacious with only half of the seats occupied. After purchasing a meal ticket and placing my order, the ramen arrived in less than 10 minutes. I took a sip of the soup first. True to its name, the rich sea bream broth was thick and flavorful, with a distinct sea bream taste that was delicious. It was my mistake, but the special ramen already included a flavored egg, and I accidentally added an extra one, so I ended up giving one to my friend. The medium-thick noodles were well-suited for the rich soup, with a noticeable wheat flavor that added to its appeal. The flavored egg was well-seasoned and perfectly cooked to my liking. The thinly sliced chashu was also flavorful and did not get overshadowed by the soup, resembling the taste of prosciutto. While the overall quality was undeniably high, the price of 1390 yen felt a bit steep, and I didn't feel like it offered great value for money. I might opt for a non-special ramen next time.

I didn't have high expectations when I went to this restaurant in Akihabara UDX MENGEKI, but the food turned out to be surprisingly delicious. I chose the salt flavor, which had a refreshing taste and was really good. I will definitely stop by again on my way back from Akihabara. (^○^)

I love ramen, but I no longer go to food courts. I missed out on UDX Akihabara Ramen Theater and Matadouse. Throughout my ramen history, I never had a great experience with red snapper or seafood ramen. However, I always thought that "Maguro Ramen Honpo" was the real deal and wanted to try it out. When you purchase a ticket from the machine, your order automatically goes to the kitchen. Normally, the main style is to wait until you are called. I can't handle soft noodles; when I approached the kitchen, the staff said, "We'll call you when it's ready." For me, this was a crucial condition. I asked twice, "Can I have the noodles firm?" The staff must follow a set recipe and focus on providing the order quickly. It's a common mood. Ramen is really difficult. I used to be satisfied with ramen at the food court, but I wonder if that ever happened. I really wanted to try out "Maguro Ramen Honpo." I haven't felt excited about ramen lately. The food court style of being called to pick up your order. It's spacious and relaxed because it's not crowded. You can eat calmly here. I prefer the simple and refreshing taste of "Red Snapper Ramen with Salt." It has a slightly cloudy appearance, like the broth was carefully made. There's a fishy aroma, but I'm not sure if it's actually red snapper. I haven't been disappointed by it, but I also haven't been particularly impressed. It seems like there's a lack of manpower affecting the quality. People who are passionate and dedicated are hard to come by nowadays. The noodles look like they're made from whole wheat flour, but they don't have a distinctive flavor. The texture lacks the firmness that comes from being cooked in boiling water. Without the firmness, the noodles lack a satisfying chewiness. The broth is drinkable, but it doesn't make me go "Wow." Ramen is simple, but there must be something missing to make it truly delicious. The food court, part-time staff, and operations should not be expected to make it delicious. I had been contemplating whether to go to "Maguro Ramen Honpo," even though it's far away. But now, I don't feel the need to go. Thank you for the meal. I no longer have the desire to return.

Located inside the Akihabara Ramen Theater in the Akihabara UDX building. There are three ramen shops inside. At the entrance, there are four display-type ticket machines where you can choose from the menus of all three shops with pictures. The ramen from Mencho was good, with a slightly rich soup that had a light taste due to the salt and fish flavors. The ham had a chewy texture and was delicious. The only downside was the noodles, as I thought there might be a better match. The interior of the store was spacious, clean, and the seats were comfortable.

Akihabara UDX2F has a ramen theater called "Men Geki". This place consists of 3 popular ramen shops lined up together, and it's a go-to spot when I feel like having ramen in Akihabara. Each of the 3 shops offers unique ramen so it's fun to decide which shop and which ramen to try. This time, I had the Rich Sea Bream Ramen with Zosui Set for 1,170 yen. The soup has a rich flavor, so I recommend getting it with the zosui set. The noodles are chewy and go well with the rich sea bream broth. The komatsuna (Japanese mustard spinach) retains a nice crunch. The thinly sliced chashu has a fluffy texture. The zosui set comes with rice topped with green onions, sea bream flakes, and yuzu. After finishing the noodles, I added the rice to the soup to enjoy every drop of the rich sea bream broth. The sea bream flakes have a slightly smoky flavor, and the yuzu adds a nice touch, making the taste interesting without getting boring. I still think ordering the zosui set with the ramen here is a great choice.

On the 2nd floor of Akihabara UDX, there is a theater-style ramen food court called "AKIBA MENGEKI". The current cast of the food court includes "Mantenken", "Mendokoro Kage Tora", and "Madai Ramen Men Gyo". On both sides, there are Mantenken and Madai Ramen Men Gyo from Men Gyo Co., Ltd. Men Gyo opened its first store, "Madai Ramen Men Gyo", in Kinshicho in January 2016. In April 2017, it relocated to the nearby "Madai Ramen Men Gyo Honten" and was selected as one of the Ramen Hyakumeiten 2019. Currently, they have expanded to 7 stores. The Mantenken Honten, which took over the site of Men Gyo's first store, was selected as one of the Ramen Hyakumeiten in 2019 and 2020. They currently operate 6 stores. Around 8 pm on a weekday, I entered Akihabara UDX after a long time. At "AKIBA MENGEKI", there are groups having parties, and it seems like people are starting to come back, which makes me happy! There are several ticket machines for Mantenken, Mendokoro Kage Tora, and Men Gyo lined up. I chose Men Gyo and ordered the Madai Ramen (930 yen). Once you purchase the ticket, it automatically goes into the kitchen, so I poured myself some water and waited at my seat. When my number was called, I went to pick up my ramen. It's been a while since I had Madai Ramen! It's been a year and a half since I last had it at the Jimbocho branch (now closed). The familiar round white bowl was served with sliced Chashu pork and komatsuna greens. A piece of yuzu was placed on top of the Chashu. The soup with flaked sea bream mixed with whole wheat noodles, creating a harmonious blend of noodles and fish. It was delicious! I still like the ramen here. Despite being in a food court setting, it was a tasty meal.

Mengeki Sakaba in Akihabara UDX is a must-visit spot for ramen lovers. The rich and flavorful red snapper broth used in their soup is a standout feature. The casual atmosphere and the option to enjoy a delicious soup with rice after finishing your noodles make this place a great choice for a quick and satisfying meal. I definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the Akihabara area.

I came for work and didn't have much time for lunch, so I decided to try a famous restaurant where I could easily get a seat without waiting in line. The soup had a fragrant taste of sea bream and was said to be rich, but it wasn't too heavy. It was refreshing and easy to eat. ⭐

I tried the new ramen shop at UDX Food Court, which is under the same management as the previous shop I visited. I ordered the Sea Bream Ramen (salt) for 930 yen. The broth had a strong sea bream flavor, which was a pleasant surprise. The noodles were thin and firm, holding up the soup well. The sea bream flavor outshined the yuzu flavor in the soup. The thinly sliced rare chashu was also delicious. I plan to try the rice porridge set next time.

I wanted to buy some good jam that day, so I went to Fukushima-ya in UDX. I found a nice-looking jam and my stomach growled. Since I was already in UDX, I decided to try out MENGEKI on the 2nd floor for lunch. Currently, MENGEKI has three shops: Mankaraiken, Men-dokoro Kageki, and our shop. Kageki is a brand supervised by Honda Hiroki of Mendokoro Honda, but I haven't had good experiences with it in Akihabara or Kanda, so I passed. Mankaraiken is a ramen shop with its main store in Kinshicho. It's a brand that I've been seeing in various places recently. Since I don't have to eat it only in Akihabara, I passed this time. So, by process of elimination, I chose our shop. It's a shop that specializes in red snapper ramen, with branches in Shinbashi, Yoyogi-Uehara, and other places. Looking at the touch panel ticket machine, there were three types available: salt/soy sauce/rich. In these situations, I usually choose the top recommended flavor, so I selected salt (930 yen). I got my ticket and sat at an available seat. It didn't take long for my number to be called. When I picked up my ramen, the smell of red snapper was amazing! The toppings were roast pork and komatsuna (Japanese mustard spinach). The roast pork had yuzu peel on top. The noodles were slightly thin whole wheat noodles with a slight curl. I tried the ramen as it was and the smell of red snapper was strong and fragrant. The red snapper flakes were scattered throughout the soup. Despite the strong fragrance, the soup was light. However, it was a bit salty. The noodles were a good match for the soup, but they were light and the portion was small. I tried adding the yuzu peel halfway through, but the strong fragrance of the red snapper overwhelmed the yuzu, making it disappear. The roast pork was tender and delicious. The komatsuna retained its crunchy texture, which was nice. Overall, I think it was delicious, but there was something missing or unbalanced. I didn't know this, but our shop just opened on 1/30. Since it's a new opening, there's room for improvement. Good luck in Akihabara. Thank you for the meal.

I found out about this new restaurant through the Tabelog website, located in Akihabara UDX where the ramen theater stores have been replaced. After work, I decided to check it out. When I arrived at the second floor food court, I noticed a sign that said "izakaya" which means you can also drink here. I used the touch panel ticket machine to order the rich sea bream ramen, different from the one I had at Men-Gyo in Jimbocho before. The place was a bit understaffed, with one man handling everything in the kitchen. After a short wait, my order was ready. The ramen had a thick soup base with a hint of sea bream flavor, topped with rare pork chashu and green onions. The soup was rich and the noodles were delicious, complementing the flavors well. Overall, I enjoyed this bowl of ramen more than the lighter sea bream ramen I had before. It was a satisfying meal.

Red Seabream Ramen 930 yen On Saturday night... Originally, the plan was to go to "Hinata Shokudo," but seeing a line of over 20 people in front of the shop made me hesitate and give up... Next, I headed to a shop under the Akihabara station guard, an homage to Koyaya... I had checked the website thoroughly and there was supposed to be no regular holidays, but there was a sign saying "Closed on Saturdays and Sundays" in front of the shop... What should I do (-_-;) Oh, I remember now that "Men Uo" opened in Menya Gekketsu!! I remembered this and decided to go there. Hmm... it's quite empty, to the point where it's a bit worrying (-_-;) As I was worrying unnecessarily, a mechanical voice called out the number in the empty space!! I picked it up and returned to my seat. Yeah, I was relieved to see that it looked the same as the one I had at the shop in Kinshicho (^^) I took a sip of the soup right away. The flavor of the red seabream spreads in my mouth (*^^*) It's refreshing yet has a deep flavor, isn't it? It may be tough for those who don't like it, but you can really enjoy the taste of red seabream (￣ー￣)ｂｸﾞｯ! The noodles have a firm texture. The flavor is also good~ It goes well with the refreshing soup. The chashu is thinly sliced and tender. I had a good impression of its soft texture. The green vegetables are very crunchy. They also have a nice hint of green flavor (^^) From the middle onwards, the citrus paste did a good job~ It brought a refreshing change to the potentially monotonous taste! I regret restraining myself on that day, but I would have been even more satisfied if I had put rice into the soup and finished it off...(^_^;) It was a delicious bowl where you can enjoy the taste of red seabream. Recently, with the increasing number of branches, the novelty has somewhat diminished, but it's nice that it's easier to visit. I would like to try other menu items such as the rich and salmon dishes as well.

I had the rich sea bream ramen at the Shinbashi branch after drinking, and I finished the soup completely, so this time I had the sober sea bream ramen for 980 yen. I finished the soup again haha. It may be a matter of preference, but the sea bream broth is strong and truly delicious! It would be even better if the soup was a little hotter! Business hours are from 11:00 to 23:00. The main store has a rating of 3.68. The soup is made using sea bream from Uwajima, Ehime. The noodles are made from 100% Hokkaido wheat and stone-ground whole wheat flour. The char siu is made by smoking vacuum-packed low-temperature cooked pork with cherry wood. The restaurant has won awards such as the 17th TRY (Tokyo Ramen of the Year) Ramen Grand Prix 2016-2017 Newcomer Award, and being listed in the Tabelog Top 100 Restaurants.