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| Cha Shu Shoyu Ramen |
In the last few years, it seems
that a lot of Ramen House sprouting around in Singapore. The positive
side of this, we are getting more quality ramen sold in Singapore,
and is satisfying LD's cravings for good quality ramen that she had
tasted in Hawaii. Daikokuya Ramen is one of the new ramen shop that
open in recent years and offers a variety of regional ramen
specialities such as Sapporo, Tokyo & Kyushu-style ramen in a
contemporary and relaxing atmosphere.
Located at the entrance of
myVillage in Serangoon Garden, the store can be consider small as it
only can accommodate less then 30 customers. The surrounding glass
wall allowed passerbys to check out the delicious food served in the
shop. However, this glass wall also works to the disadvantage of the
shop. The shop location seems to bear the brunt of direct afternoon
sunlight and turn the temperature inside the shop up. The central
aircon is insufficient to cool down the dining area which we
experience during our visit.
For ramen, I normally like my soup
base to be solid and robust, therefore Tonkatsu Cha Shu Ramen
($15.90) was my pick. The ramen is springy (QQ) and the Cha Shu,
although it is quite lean, it turns to be very tender and flavourful.
It shows that the Cha Shu has gone through a long cooking process and
well marinated. The broth has a white milky colour, thick with a
sticky collagen feeling coming out from the bones.
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| Tonkatsu Cha Shu Ramen |
On the other hand, Little Devil
('LD') prefer a more clear type of soup. So she decided on Cha Shu
Shoyu Ramen ($15.80). The broth is much lighter compare to mine, more
like a clear soup, however the shoyu (soy sauce) give the broth a
distinct flavour. The ramen texture are consistent, al dente and
springy (qq), while the Cha Shu is tender and flavourful
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| Cha Shu Shoyu Ramen |
For side dish, we ordered
Mentaimayo Gyoza and Leek Mayo Gyoza ($6.80 each). Both the gyoza
nicely pan fried until crispy on the outside. I find that Japanese
Gyoza normally has a stronger taste from the leek. The good thing
about Mentaimayo Gyoza, it has salted cod roe toppings and mayonnaise
that helps to cover the smell and give a nice salty creamy flavour.
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| Leek Mayo Gyoza |
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| Mentaimayo Gyoza |
The service here is quite minimum.
Although there are not many customer, it seems that the service staff
is having problem clearing the table quick enough for the next round
of customers and always slow in handling the customer order.
Improvement is definitely needed in this area.
Overall, we find the ramen here is
good and consistent. However, it seems to be missing something to
elevate the ramen to the next level. Avoid visiting this place during
a hot afternoon, unless you like to enjoy your bowl of ramen while
you're sweating. However on any other time, Daikokuya
will be sufficient to satisfy your ramen cravings. Cheers!!
Food
& Drink: 7/10
Value:
7/10
Service:
5/10
Ambiance:
6/10
Daikokuya Ramen Dining
1 Maju Ave
#01-01. my
Village @ Serangoon Garden
Singapore
556679
Tel: 6509
1690
Website:
http://www.daikokuya.com.sg/
(not working)
Op Hours:
Daily 11.30 – 22.00
For Other
Branches, check out their Facebook Page.
Note: Photos are taken using LD's Samsung Note 1.
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