Menkicchi Ramen

About

Menkicchi is a Japanese canteen specializing in tonkotsu ramen, a rich pork bone broth from Kyushu region. Led by chef Makoto Saegusa of the Kintaro group, this venue features house-made noodles and broths prepared on-site in a small open kitchen with exposed stone walls. The establishment embraces austere minimalism with a narrow counter and limited seating, creating an authentic Tokyo-style restaurant atmosphere. The menu focuses on essentials: three ramen variations (shio, shoyu, miso) and select accompaniments like gyozas. Purists appreciate the technical perfection of the broth—dense, aromatic, and garnished with pork chashu, menma, and nori seaweed. An essential destination for authentic ramen enthusiasts.