I was yet to find a "favorite" ramen place here in Metro Manila. Coming from my usual San Francisco ramen fixes, this place is definitely up to par! You would think by the time it hits 9/10pm the broth would be watered down, not as good as it would be if we're served in the early opening hours, but I'd have to say that they do an amazing job for keeping their quality at its highest! My dish: shoyu, extra chashu (3pcs) and a side of tamago was a total of 640php. A bit on the pricier side compared to the many other ramen houses in Manila, but definitely worth every peso! Rich & super umami, noodles were perfect (despite not having the option to have it hard, med., soft like in other ramen houses.) you order and pay upfront before even being seated, which I like because it eliminates the time of having to split the bill with your party or waiting for the bill which adds inefficiency to their smooth operation. The dining experience was interesting! You get to watch them boil the noodles, make/boil/marinate fresh tamago, grill the meats, etc. in front of you. I was a bit hesitant about the whole seating arrangement, but it only took us (party or 5) about 15min till we were seated which was great also considering the fact there were 2 parties ahead of us. Based on the seating arrangement, it would hard to come with a huge party and be seated at the same time since you pretty much wait till there are openings. But the place is clean, super modern, and coming in casual clothes is fine. I wouldn't recommend it if you have children who like to run around since space is pretty limited. Be sure to ask about their "secret menu!" We asked the cooks what dish they were making because it was a seafood type with a bunch of other things on it, and he mentioned it was a "ebi ramen" which obviously was not on the menu. I'll be definitely going back soon. I have officially found my "favorite!" read more

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Ambiance is ok, the food is great but something is missing like chicken karaage or some sushi, but its ok. And the thing that I'm pissed is sending back the amount that they have wrongfully credited from my debit card, much higher what I paid vs my order. its been 5 days now and still waiting. So I advice not to use any debit or credit card. read more

I love the ramen here! I got the Miso Ramen and it was sooo delicious! The soup was thick and tasty, and the noodles were to-die-for! I honestly think that they have the best noodles among all the ramen I've tried. I also enjoyed the ambiance. Instructions on how to order is clear and very easy to follow. Tip: Arrive in the resto early to avoid long lines! read more

Within the top 10 best Ramen that I have tried worldwide. Checked in with 30 poeple ahead of us at 11pm on a Saturday night but our party of 7 got seated pretty quick (not together but totally fine) in about 15 minutes. It was good to the last drop so worth the wait and the drive all the way from Tandang Sora, QC. read more

The ramen craze in Metro Manila is real. I have tried othet Ramen chains, but.they don't stand toe to toe with this place. Been here twice already, and I can't wait to come back soon enough. Before they followed a 100 bowl limit for lunch and dinner, but not quite sure of they still do due to their demand of customers. On my last trip here, I got the Tantanmen with an order of gyozas. It was the most delicious and filling meal under PHP600. Yes, it maybe pricey, but it is worth every peso. The broth was perfectly made with the right amount of spice and creamy texture with noodles perfectly cooked. The only downside to this place if you plan to eat here in large groups. You as a group will be accomodated, but sitting all together may be a challenge due to its bowl shape/bar set up. Besides that, this is a must place to go for anyone. read more

Mendokoro Ramenba - Ramen Near Me - Makati, NCR

I really like this place even though I keep on forgetting to order the right thing. I love tantan men and this place has a really flavorful interpretation of it. The issue I have is that their tantan men is just way too rich and creamy (too much butter). I actually end up feeling a bit gross from trying to eat too much of it despite it tasting so good. And I don't come here often enough to remember to avoid it (they do not offer a less creamy version of that dish sadly) I did taste my friends' shio and shoyu and wished I had ordered those instead and just loaded up on the great chili oil. Nonetheless, the noodles are nice and firm and the counter service is efficient - it has to be in order to deal with the line to this incredibly popular place. Go during off hours - there will still be a line, but it will be significantly shorter. Gyoza was also pretty tasty. read more

Mendokoro Ramen Ba is the younger brother of The very popular Yushoken in Alabang, so you know it's good. You can also call it the little brother because the place only has a bar to accommodate its customers. It is a long bar though. It is similar to a lot of small ramen shops in Japan except that this one has some sort of high end interior design. It has a no nonsense kind of operation. You go to the cashier first, order your ramen, have a seat (if you come as a group and there area u customers, you guys might have to sit apart), and wait for your ramen to be served. Just like Yushoken, the ramen is very delicious and the noodles are nice and firm. I finished it right to the last drop. They have a small menu but I would assume that most of the items are good enough to stand on their own. read more

I ordered the Miso Tonktosu Ramen which was rich and very flavorful. The tonktosu broth was thick, almost gravy-like, and incredibly satisfying. My other two companions ordered the Karai Tokusei Tsukemen and the Shoyu Tonkotsu. Luckily I got to sample both. The Karai Tokusei reminded me of the Spanish dish callos. If I hadn't ordered the Miso, I probably would've gone for that one. The Shoyu was good but a bit one note. Definitely the weakest of the three. As far as price goes, it's pretty standard for ramen bars in Manila. Be prepared to spend at least 500 per person. If you wanna double up on the richness, order an extra Aji Tamago - you'll be thankful you did. The interiors are cool, but not super styled out. I like that it's minimalist - the whole experience is. You order, sit down at the bar, and eat. It doesn't leave room for much fanfare, which is how good ramen should be enjoyed. read more

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It reminds of Tokyo: the taste and ambiance but cheaper Be ready to wait for turn to have your seat because the room is limited and it's popular, especially late in the evening read more

Apparently, Mendokoro is from the same folks that gave us the famous Yushoken over in Alabang (eh...) so I wasn't too sure when I ate here. I have very exacting standards for noodles and soups. (Super picky!) While ramen has become a sort of "nice dining" option here in the Philippines (I mean nice dining as in-- it's something to save up fr, or something to look forward to. Not just run of the mill restaurants), but in Japan, it's really a sort of "eat and leave" sort of thing. Like a fast food restaurant. So I guess that's what they were trying to do here in Mendokoro, with its only table that can only seat 20 or so people-- and groups aren't usually allowed to seat together. Maybe it works for Japan, but I just found myself really-- well, hassled. The line's really long, and there's no ample waiting area (As compared to Ippudo), so you're left to stand out of the restaurant in this heat. The ramen was... okay. The soup/sauce was a bit thicker than usual, which I wasn't much of a fan of. Their egg wasn't as runny as I would've liked it, either. Still, my officemate enjoyed it, so I guess, different strokes, different people. read more

So worth it. Will recommend this to anyone. My wife brought me here and a not so ramen fanatic will make em one like me. Good job Wife! :)

Heard about this place from my brother. When I finally checked it out, I wasn't disappointed ! Starting with decor, ambience, and ordering system, the place exudes Japanese efficiency and minimalism. The ramen is as hearty and flavorful as I've had in Japan where I stayed for 6 months once. A good comfort food haven in Salcedo Village! read more

Great ramen and Gyoza. Best in Manila. Yes there's a wait; just walk around the corner and enjoy a drink at the bar while you wait for your seat. Or go on a weekday afternoon. read more

The best ramen in town for me. The noodles are just rightly firm. I've tried the Shio, Shoyu and Tantan Mien. I love them all! The broth is not too thick nor oily. Glad that Mendokoro is just walking distance from my place read more

Place is full with a minimum 1hr 30 min wait. They make you pay upfront to make sure you dont go anywhere, rude and just dont care, because they have more customers that they can take. read more

This place is on time ... The broth was spectacular... Sincerely , as I finished my final sips I was sad as our short time together was coming to an end. read more

I am very particular with my ramen - there are a lot of things I pay attention to whenever I try a new place. I don't just go to a place just because it's the newest "coolest" ramen joint. I go to a place because a lot of my friends (who give honest opinions and I really trust their taste in food) have told me it's good. So with Mendokoro Ramenba, my brother has been bugging me to go with him. It's so good that he's been there about 4 times already. So just last week, I followed him to this ramen joint and I must say - it is soooooooo good. He was right! I ordered the bestseller which is the Shoyu Ramen. The broth was just right, not too salty, not too thick! The noodles was cooked to perfection - it was still a bit hard because the hot soup will definitely it is some more as I ate. I LOVE the AJI TAMAGO. It's a side order and a whopping PHP90 for this side order, please do take my word and order this! The egg definitely became a mind changer in ramen! It's runny in the inside but semi hard on the outside of the yolk. I love how there isn't noisy music to ruin your meal! Service here is quick - you'll expect your bowl in less than 10 minutes. I wanna go back to Mendokoro and grab myself a bowl of Miso Ramen this time around. read more

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Undoubtedly the best gyoza you will ever have this side of town! Oh, and their tantanmen should not be missed. I always used to stick to my usual order of Shoyu ramen for fear of getting disapointed if I try something new-- but this bowl of ramen goodness quickly turned me into a Tantanmen fan and there is definitely no turning back! :) read more

Amazing Ramen broth and noodles nice and al-dente! A new favorite ramen place! Just remember to order at the cashier on your way in...

I don't even normally like soup. But this place caught my attention. I was forced to try it and I actually liked it so I say to all those who don't normally like soup. Give this place a shot read more

I was talking to my brother quite recently and he was telling me how he had spoken to a Japanese guy he had met. The Japanese guy and my brother were talking about ramen and the Japanese guy told him that in Manila, there are three places for him that serve up some of the best and authentic ramen. The three places he mentioned were Ramen Nagi, Yushoken, and Mendokoro Ramenaba. He said that if you go to Mendokoro Ramenaba, get the tsukemen. The Japanese guy really liked Yushoken and Mendokoro Ramenaba because according to him, the quality of the ingredients is really just top notch for ramen. If a Japanese guy said this about ramen, then he must be right! We don't normally order tsukemen but this was going to be an exception. After having that serving of tsukemen, all I can say is "Thank you Japanese guy". I now understand the importance of tsukemen and why celebrity chef David Chang loves this stuff. When it comes to ramen, #JapaneseGuyKnows. Make sure you come to Mendokoro Ramenaba early because they only serve a limited number of bowls. read more

Mendokoro Ramenba - Tsukemen. - Ramen Near Me - Makati, NCR

My husband and I went on a ramen craze recently as we were determined to find the best ramen out there. (A famous restaurant in Japan and Singapore ruined it for us as nothing seemed to match our expectations of "good ramen"). We were quite done with our search for the perfect ramen and almost gave in to concluding that nothing in Manila will ever match the ones we've tried in Japan. But lo and behold, the final contender won our hearts! Medokoro Ramenba reminded me so much of the little quaint Ramen bars in Japan. You go in, you order, you eat (not necessarily with your companion) and then you leave. The ramen is made in front of you and served immediately. This "system" of theirs assures you of steaming hot soup and perfectly firm and fresh noodles. As I am not a big fan of the uber thick and rich soup bases, I had the "shio" ramen (salt based). It certainly did not disappoint. The flavor was just the right amount of saltiness. The serving size is also not so overwhelming, avoiding chances of getting "umay" (satiated?). And since I loooove Ajitsuke Tamago (marinated egg), I had to order it and I was completely satisfied with it on top of my ramen. The prices may look a bit on the higher-end side, but for the quality and the flavor, it's definitely worth it! read more