The food is amazing, the service is awesome they connect with you and make you laugh it is great, The place makes you feel like your in future japan. Try out the wagyu negi sushi, (It will make you feel amazing) They use ingredients from the area and its so cool. Get the signature Ramen its very very good you have wagyu and duck its the best def coming back. read more

Mensho - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

Everything went well. Food was good. Our waiter Jaime was awesome. He explained all the different things on the menu and was super nice and fun. He made us feel relaxed. read more

Tastes very similar to the one I had in LA! What we got: - signature (9.5/10): honestly most bang for your buck because it includes duck, Wagyu, and tonkatsu - black garlic (8.5/10): they really do add lots of different variety of garlic in this bowl (fresh, chips, oil). I thought it was good but even with everything it wasn't screaming super garlicky to me and I would've gone w signature instead - corn wings 10/10: I LOVEE THESE! They're soy saucey and sweet and a great shareable Food came out quickly and waitress was super sweet. They don't seat you unless your whole table is there so just a heads up. read more

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Came here on a Friday afternoon at 4pm, opening time. There was already a line of about 20 people but the restaurant is quite spacious inside and tables are close together so we got seated right away. Plenty of friendly staff on the floor, we got menus and water quickly. We ordered starters and mains and everything came out together which isn't a problem for us but just wanted to note it. I really enjoyed the enoki chips and the shichimi on the side was the perfect level of spicy. Husband is a big karaage fan and he loved the dish with garlic chili sauce. Sometimes sauced chicken is soggy but this dish was crunchy and delicious. For ramen, he got the GKO and I got the truffle Wagyu. It's hard to describe the broth, thick but not too overpowering. It wasn't too salty which I find ramen broths often are. Even my truffle broth with the truffle paste wasn't too strong. I liked it but other people may be underwhelmed by the flavors. My wagyu slice was delicious but I don't think the truffle/wagyu is worth $15 more than the other ramens. The noodles are amazing though. Thicker and really chewy. I was hoping it wouldn't live up to the hype because it's a bit of a drive for us but I don't know anywhere else on island that has similar noodles so I'll be back for sure!! read more

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Mensho is located at the Ka Makana Ali'i mall in Kapolei. They specialize in ramen but also serve sushi and bowls too. The vibe is modern Japanese. It's a very nice restaurant that's great for a dinner with your family or a date night spot. We tried some appetizers and two different ramen. The mentaiko takoyaki was fantastic if you like that kinda stuff! We also ordered the Signature ramen & Classic ramen. Both broths were rich and flavorful. Noodles were our favorite part though! Thick and chewy. Ramen was on the pricey side, but we still enjoyed it & would come back! The restaurant can get busy, so be sure to get there early and/or put your name on the waitlist. For our family of 3 our food came within 20 mins of ordering which was nice. Free parking in the mall parking lot. read more

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If you're looking for some quality, upscale and delicious ramen I highly recommend trying Mensho. It's like having a part of Japan hospitality and food here in Hawaii. Located in the Kamakana Mall next to Gen, you can sign in on the Yelp waitlist inside the restaurant (you cannot join the waitlist on the app directly). Once inside we were seated by the counter and could see the cooks working in the kitchen. We ordered the Signature Ramen, Classic Ramen, enoki chips and matcha pudding. The Signature Ramen: is rich and creamy for a chicken based broth with a mix of textures from the protein and fried gobo. You get to try a little bit of each protein like the A5 Wagyu char siu, pork char siu, and duck. This was definitely a good first ramen to try. I recommend getting a side of their spicy sauce for an added kick. The Classic Ramen: is perfect for those wanting a simple, rich good bowl of ramen. Enoki Chips: I loved the idea of deep fried enoki, but I thought the enoki was shredded too finely and tasted more of the batter and oil rather than the mushroom. Matcha Pudding: I liked the pudding because it wasn't too sweet, but I wish it had more matcha. I can't wait to come back and try more of their food! read more

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Saw an article about this Michelin mentioned ramen spot and was looking forward to trying it. Very, clean, modern interior. You put your name on a waitlist when you enter. Initially it said our wait time was 20-40 min but it ended up being 5 min! Started with enoki chips and spicy karaage. The chips are like a mound of fried enoki which were super crispy. The karaage was served with eggplant which i enjoyed. Had a little kick and it was perfectly crispy. Ramen had a creamy broth. My friend got the signature which unfortunately only has one very thin slice of Wagyu. It had pork belly which was so tender and ajitama egg. I got the GKO which was a spicy garlic ramen and had a kick. I added the egg. The noodles were thick and chewy, made from mochi. They were a good texture with the broth. Also wanted the uni Ikura wagyu nigiri but they unfortunately did not have uni. Service was so so. They forgot to bring the beer my friend ordered and we had to ask for water refills multiple times. Food is delish though! read more

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We planned a day in Kapiolei to try Mensho. We arrived at Ka Makana Aliʻi at around 3:00pm and a line started to form at 3:30pm. It was super hot during that time and waiting another 30 minutes in the hot sun was pretty brutal. Too bad they got rid of their check in system. Opening the check in system at 3:00pm would be nice especially when the weather is getting pretty hot. Anyways, the interior was spacious. A lot of table seatings as well as a large community table and counter seatings. Their broth was mainly creamy chicken broth which I do prefer creamy broth for their richer flavor. Karaage Fried Chicken with Garlic Chili Sauce: The fried chicken was good. Crispy and fresh. The chili sauce does have a kick to it. It was interesting that this dish has eggplants included. The eggplant was good with the chili sauce as well. Teppan Grilled Hotate Butter Shoyu: The butter shoyu was good. The scallops were on the chewier side. Signature: Very good ramen. Broth has rich deep flavors. Ramen egg was excellent and cooked perfectly. Noodles were bouncy and chewy. I preferred these types of noodles for ramen. The different chashu meats were good quality. Good meat portion as well. The burdock roots however, were not crispy enough, so it was kinda hard to chew. Wagyu Truffle Shoyu: The shoyu broth was lighter than the creamy chicken broth but still packed with flavor. Very good amount of truffle flavor. The A5 Wagyu melt in your mouth. This was the most expensive ramen bowl we tried. Matcha Pudding: The matcha pudding consistency was dense, almost like a firm tofu texture. It was good. It has a good amount of matcha flavor. Ours was missing the azuki bean. Wished there were more cream and strawberry for topping. Overall, a good ramen place. It's so difficult to find a good ramen place in Hawaii especially when you compared them to ones in Japan. Service was very quick. The staffs were efficient and great. This was worth a drive to Kapiolei. Definitely would want to return to try their other ramen. Wished they open a branch in town. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place ever since a friend recommended it and mentioned it was Michelin-recognized. We saw they opened at 4:00 PM, so my partner and I arrived right at opening--and there was already a line! The service was great. Even though we were put on the waitlist, we were seated pretty quickly. We started with the mentaiko takoyaki, calamari, and enoki chips. My favorite was definitely the enoki chips--they were crispy, flavorful, and reminded me of healthier French fries. For our mains, I ordered the Signature Ramen while my partner got the G.K.O. Both were delicious. The noodles reminded me of the thicker, chewier noodles typically served with tsukemen, which I really enjoyed. It's definitely on the pricier side for ramen, but I think it's worth trying, especially if you're a noodle lover! read more

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All the food was prepared really well. The one thing that stands out is the enoki fries. However, the ramen didn't really stand out to me. The noodles is mochi flour mixed with local wheat and made fresh daily according to the menu, however it was kinda thick. I think it would've been great if it's a tsukamen. Didn't really match with the soup ramen IMO. The service was good, nothing to really highlight except the food came out pretty fast. The renovation was nice which brought us a new experience in this darker ambient environment. It's Kapolei, so the light was hella bright in the west side when we walked out of the restaurant after the meal. read more

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Food was good, but definitely a bit overpriced. Service was disappointing. We waited about 25 minutes just to get water, despite the restaurant not being very busy. I had questions about the menu, but our server said they were new and didn't know the dishes. Is there any menu training for new staff, or someone they can ask? As a first-time customer, I was also new to the menu. We also received dirty water glasses, and the reusable chopsticks were worn - the coating was peeling and one pair was splitting. Good food, but the service and attention to detail need improvement. read more

Mensho - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

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FINALLY GOT TO TRY THIS HOT NEW PLACE AT KAMAKANA! Dined in with 6 people and sat along a counter top seating. This was reasonable as the tables mostly accommodated tables of 2, 4 and one table seating 5. It is very small inside but has a nice ambience with nice lighting and an open kitchen concept. Getting our table was a small kine wait. We put our name on a virtual wait list that had to be done in person. Wait time quoted was about 2 hours but we sat in an hour and a half. Service was excellent. Nice, informative and tentative. Cleared dishes in a timely manner and kept our water filled. Food came out at reasonable times and the presentation was impressive. As for the food it was surprisingly some of the best ramen I ever had. The mochi noodles were different and you could tell it wasn't your average noodle. The matcha duck breast ramen was my favorite but I particularly enjoyed the signature which had an amazing silky rich texture. Broth was phenomenal! All the apps were equally impressive! Need to come back and try the sushi portion of the menu!! Will definitely be back! read more

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Came to Mensho in Kapolei right when they opened, so there was no line and we got seated immediately. The ambiance was really cute, and the servers were all very nice and sweet. The biggest downside was the service speed. We waited about 40 minutes for our food after ordering. My friend's pork bowl came out pretty quickly, but my other friend and I ordered ramen, and those dishes took much longer to arrive. That said, the food itself was pretty good. We tried the matcha duck ramen out of curiosity, it sounded really weird, but it was surprisingly tasty and definitely a unique experience. The signature ramen was absolutely delicious and was the highlight of the meal. The pork bowl was fine, but nothing particularly memorable or special. Overall, good food and a nice atmosphere. read more

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This was some of the best ramen I've ever had. I had the Signature and the enoki chips. I could have done without the duck but that's just a preference. The broth was so rich in all the right ways. Other places tend to have too much oil in their broth while this broth was flavorful and had such a deep flavor profile. The egg and chashu were definitely the most memorable bites. We got in line at 3:50 and they opened doors promptly at 4PM. Since we were a party of three we sat at the communal sitting area. Service was fast and efficient and by the time we left at 5:10 there was no longer a line. read more

Mensho - Enoki Chips - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

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New ramen in Hawaii, with locations in Japan and San Francisco, brought here by Genki Sushi. I was excited to try it, but I have mixed feelings. I'll start with what I didn't love. All add-ons has an extra cost. My daughter wanted a side of lemon and we got 2 slices for $1 The garlic chili oil, soy sauce that are usually complimentary at most noodle shops, here it's $1-$3 extra. What makes this place unique is the mochi noodles which is much chewier and heavier than traditional ramen noodles. I ordered the signature bowl, which came with a rich, almost creamy broth, one slice of Wagyu, one slice of pork chashu, two thin slices of duck, an egg, and crispy burdock root. The broth was delicious, but for the price, I expected more protein. The G.K.O labeled spicy was not spicy we end up adding their chill oil. The place reminds me of other ramen shops which is dark with black decor. There are seats at the bar where you can watch them make the noodles and then various table sizes to accommodate party sizes. Service is great once you get in. There is a 1.5 to 2 hour wait. Overall, I'm happy to see new dining concepts coming to Hawaii and it was fun to try something different. Worth trying once for the experience and the novelty of the mochi noodles, but whether it's worth a repeat visit will depend on what you're looking for. read more

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Great broth. Great noodles. Toppings were ok to me. Not the best I had though. Theres plenty of great ramen on Oahu. But what stand out to me is the noodle. I really enjoy chewy and thick noodles and no aftertaste. That's what keeps me going back. If that's your thing you'll love Mensho. Chicken Kaarrage is great too read more

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Mensho is more of a trendy Japanese fusion restaurant. The ramen is pricey, but was solid and satisfying, with a few standout details that made the visit worthwhile. The broth had good depth and warmth, and the noodles were cooked to a nice, springy texture that held up well to the soup. I appreciated the toppings: especially the tender chashu pork and the soft-boiled egg with a creamy yolk that added richness to each bite. The portion size felt fair for the price, and the staff were friendly and efficient, checking in just enough. I have a few negative details. Staff were touching multiple food surfaces and personal items e.g. without changing gloves in between. One of the waitress was adjusting her hair clip multiple times and I observed her placing her finger in the inside of the bowl while carrying it. Otherwise, our wait was quick because we were sat at the bar area. read more

Mensho - Signature Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

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Mensho is a slick package that is somewhat like a mixture of Goma Tea and Ippudo mixed together. The Ippudo part is the design of the place and the overall look. I just came back a little while ago from Ippudo in Culver City and Mensho really reminded me of this place. Remember that this place only opened up a couple of months ago and is enjoying the 6 month "everyone going there" Hawaii rush. After 6 months, the real test of any restaurant or store will begin. Having eaten many times in Japan at all sorts of Ramen places from small to slick, Mensho is definitely in the slick category. I like that they use an iPad to text you when the waitlist is ready and the wait was 45 mins on a Saturday night. This is about half of what most of the reviews said (2 hours). I did appreciate being able to see where you are in line. There are community tables and regular tables and a bar stool area. It was fun to sit with others and there are some friendly people eating there. There was a nice mixture of people eating their ramen. Now to the ramen. It's good. I got the signature ramen and let me tell you, it is not cheap. At $26 it is one of the most expensive in Hawaii. What you get is Duck, Pork, Wagyu, fried Gobo, 1 split ajitama egg, chicken based broth and their mochi noodles and more that I probably cannot remember. The broth really reminded me of a chicken-based texture of Goma Tei's tan tan broth. It's a little gritty and although it was rich in feeling, I couldn't help thinking that it was missing something. The "something" wasn't salt because I could taste the salt in my mouth after leaving. I usually like salty broths but in this case that wasn't the missing ingredient. It seemed like there were a lot of things involved in making this broth, but overall it was ok. The noodles were closer to saimin noodles - with the thicker curly style noodles. I did like the noodles but I wish there were more in the bowl. There are no extra condiments on the tables like a lot of ramen places. Finally we get to the toppings. The duck was amazingly good - just smooth and tasty. Excellent. The chasu - melting and falling apart. Again, very nice. The ajitama egg - while cooked perfectly lacked any taste but maybe the broth overwhelmed the delicate flavor? The wagyu beef was ok - it seemed more for show. It was ok. The gobo IMO didn't add anything except making you want to eat it first to get rid of it so you can get to the real stuff. It's rather large sitting on top the bowl. It looks good. Maybe for show? The more I write about this, I realize this ramen was kind of the opposite of ramen that you find in Japan. In most of Japan, ramen is low cost/affordable, mostly simple, and can have sneaky depth of flavor. Mensho is fancy like Ippudo, and is showy and has some standout toppings, but to me was missing the sneaky depth of flavor that you find in the top Japanese ramen places. But to be honest, most places suffer from the same fate. Reading Ivan's book on Ramen tells you a lot of what can happen when making ramen in the US. And unlike Japan, we have the slick payment that defaults to 22% first. This is a very expensive ramen. Beer is expensive too with draft being $9. It is absolutely worth a try in Kapolei and ramen places (like in Japan) are needed in Hawaii in general. To me, the real test is after 6 months to a year. I look forward to coming back and trying it again. read more

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Been wanting to try this place since they first opened, but kept holding back until the early hype died down. I recently heard from my cousin that the lines were pretty reasonable, so I decided to make the trek from town to Kapolei just to try Mensho. My first impression was everything on the menu looked really good, so it took me a while to decide between the Signature and the Duck Matcha. Ultimately, I opted for the Signature since it had a bit of each type of meat that I wanted to try. I'm normally not a huge fan of tonkotsu broth since I don't like the heaviness, so I liked that the broth for this was a chicken base. The noodles were just the right thickness to pickup the broth and it was just the right amount of saltiness for me. My critic would be that for the price, I think the meat portions were a bit skimpy. However, I can understand why since duck and high quality cuts of beef aren't cheap. The calamari app we ordered was just aight. We actually wanted to try the enoki chips, but they were out. Overall, I enjoyed the ramen here and would likely come back to try their other items on the menu if I'm in Kapolei. read more

Mensho - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

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If you're planning to eat at Mensho, just know you're not the only one with that idea. My first visit was on 5/24, and we showed up around 3:50 PM thinking we'd beat the crowd. Nope. The line stretched outside the restaurant and past Gen, so we joined the waitlist with an estimated 60 to 75 minute wait. Surprisingly, we got the text after about 45 minutes, which gave us enough time to wander Ka Makana Ali'i and work up an appetite. The second visit on 6/6 was a completely different experience. We arrived about 30 minutes before opening, were the fourth party in line, and got seated immediately. Pro tip: this is the move. Both visits confirmed one thing: the Signature Ramen is the star. I added an extra ajitama egg and extra noodles because self-control is overrated. The broth was rich, thick, and deeply flavorful, tasting like it had been simmering for hours. The chashu practically melted apart with each bite, and the noodles had that fresh, chewy texture that makes you wonder if they're made in-house. The karaage chicken was another surprise hit. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, with a slightly sweet flavor that kept me reaching for one more piece. On my second visit, I also tried the Wagyu Negi, Pork Don, and some sushi. Everything was delicious, but considering the price point, I'd probably stick to the ramen next time. Service was a mixed bag. During the first visit, it was busy enough that we had to flag someone down for water refills and an extra bowl of broth for my noodles (which cost an additional $10). The second visit was much smoother with frequent check-ins and plenty of water refills. The restaurant itself strikes a nice balance between modern and rustic. The open kitchen adds energy to the space, and I appreciated the fan blowing toward our table, which was a lifesaver on a warm summer afternoon. Mensho is a solid choice for solo diners, date nights, family outings, or catching up with friends. Come for the ramen, arrive early if you can, and don't be surprised if you're already planning your next bowl before you finish the first one. read more

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*3.5 stars Overall, I'd come back if there was no line, but not my to-go ramen spot. Expect VERY rich ramen (almost tsukemen-like), great bouncy chewy noodles, but mediocre appetizers :( We got there 15' before opening and waited around 1 hour to get seated. Service was quick once we do get seated tho! + Food: The Shrimp and GKO were super rich, but so flavorful. It was a bit too rich for my liking but the table loves it. For less rich option, I'd recommend the Signature ramen. There were mixed opinions on the thick chewy noodles: I personally love them, but it throws you off how tsukemen-like they were. However, where the restaurant can improve is in their appetizers. None of the side dishes or appetizers we ordered were up to par (Corn, Takoyaki, Calamari, Beef bowl, Karaage), so it was quite disappointing. Everything is also on the pricier side. + Ambiance: Medium-sized restaurant with lots of parking that can get busy + Service: Our server was quick, friendly, and attentive! The wait was long but once you get seated things move fast. read more

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All things considered, the hype, the 2.5hr wait, perhaps my expectations was too high and thus the disappointment. The wait I expected having arrived during dinner time on a weekend. But given the hype and raving reviews, I was certain it would be worth it. I was wrong. For the most part, the service was good. With the exception of our server getting a side order wrong which they corrected and gave us the incorrect order that touched the table complementary. My son ordered an unagi sushi and the wagyu sushi came instead. The server tried to convince us that the wagyu was, in fact, the unagi we were waiting for. O_o? I've been to Japan twice. I can honestly say that I've been to ramen shops in Japan that were better. With all the hype, I expected foodgasmic. I found it to be just good/ok. The portion is on the small side. If you're a big eater, this will not be filling. For a $29 bowl of ramen for the signature ramen this seem exorbitant. I get that other locations within the chain have received a Michelin star. Cool.. this particular restaurant has not been Michelin rated, making the high price tag premature at best. I get everything is expensive these days but this felt in excess. Perhaps having finally been seated almost an hour from closing, the broth having been boiling all day was much thicker than expected. I was hoping for creamy brothy consistency. What I got was more of a moderately thickened bisque. The mochi noodles was a perfect al dente. The meat toppings were flavorful and mostly tender. The baby pea shoots were a nice touch. The pork don meat was over salted. I didnt get to try the unagi. The wagyu sushi was ok. One piece was good. The second piece had some silverskin in it. I don't believe overall value was achieved here. It is unlikely I will return. If I do, it will be a long time from now when things settle down and I am up to give them another try. read more

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Hubby has been talking about how he's been wanting this for weeks since they've opened! Today we made our way to the shop before 3pm in hopes to get a ticket. To our dismay, they discontinued the ticketing system and the sign said to come back at 4pm for walk-in only. We decided to kill time and by 3:30pm, there was a line already forming. The servers came out at 3:45pm to distribute menus to the guests which helped with the decision making processes. I will say, it is hot so if you are coming to wait, don't wear anything thick, bring water, and don't wear black slippers like I did. They were very prompt to let people in at 4pm, and honestly seating was fast and they accommodated quite a bit of people. We were seated at a 2 person table, lighting is fairly dim, but overall spacious in the restaurant. Our waiter came within 5 minutes to give us waters and take our orders. We started with enoki mushroom chips and calamari. Hubby later added corn ribs. I chose the signature and he got the shrimp GKO per recommendation. We ended with the matcha pudding. Food came out quickly overall. Servers were attentive and refilled waters efficiently too. Here's my in depth review: Enoki chips - this was my favorite appetizer. I liked the flavor it had and the crisp was nice and subtle. Despite it being a vegetable, it tasted almost meaty. I was happy that it wasn't greasy. Hubby thought it was a little too light in flavor. Calamari - Hubby liked it and he liked the sauce. I found it really tough and it might be my weak teeth. Sauce was good though. He would get this again. I would skip. Corn ribs - can corn taste overripe? For some reason maybe the grill on it makes it taste that way. I don't think I would order this again. Hubby said the same. Signature - lots of meat to try! My favorite was the char shu and his was the wagyu. I liked the broth but the star of the show was the noodle. Bouncy and nice chew! Shrimp GKO - so flavorful. This almost felt luxurious to eat and I could never drink all the broth. The garlicky flavor is very reminiscent of Kahuku garlic shrimp in the best way possible. Once again, the noodles are a great and I might even prefer them with this thick broth. It grips it and the flavor sticks as you eat it. The shrimp was good but it's always a pain to de-shell. Matcha pudding - a little thick for my liking but i loved the flavor as a matcha girlie. I would skip next time. Overall - I'd give a 4/5 stars. I don't know that the wait is worth it nor do I think that I would come back frequently. I am so happy to have tried it and I will give the noodles a 5 star rating if I could. read more

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Beautiful Ramen restaurant! Decor, atmosphere, service was on point! For a place that just opened I was amazed at the service that was provided. Attentive, efficient and professional! Now we arrived about 5:50 signed in and was told to return at 6:45. Not bad of a wait at all. I did notice though the place was less crowded when we left at about 8ish. The food was amazing and brought the feels of Japan :) we ordered Wagyu Ramen, Duck Matcha Ramen, Wagyu Kani Ikura sushi and Chicken Karaage. Karaage crispy and flavorful drizzled with a sweet sauce with slices of eggplant! The sushi was a perfect bite of Wagyu, crab and Ikura. Both ramen broths rich with flavor but the Duck Matcha was delicious. Base is pork broth with Matcha oil. It has just a hint of Matcha flavor but the broth was green. The slivers of duck were tender and tasty. I love Duck! Left satisfied but be aware it could be pricy. For the 2 ramen, Karaage and sushi it totaled to $104 with tip. So definitely an occasion dinner. Just an FYI the menu has a lot options including rice options as well. I'd definitely return to try more items! Itadakimas! And have a drink as well! read more

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I arrived around 3:40 on Saturday and wasn't part of the first seating. The hostess added us to the wait list when they opened at 4 and we had about an hour wait. I was told the first people start to line up closer to 3 to be part of the first seating. Once seated, service was very quick! Our waitress, Hunter, was quick to bring water and take our orders. Food came out fast too! The noodles, made partially with mochi flour, have a nice chew to it. The broth is rich and creamy; chashu is tender too. It's a little pricey for all of the ramen bowls, but the gourmet broth justifies the cost. There aren't many places outside of town that have this kind of ramen. I'd gladly stop by again even with the wait time. Just don't go too late or you'll find yourself killing 2+ hours of time at the mall. read more

Mensho - Classic ramen - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

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The restaurant has a great ambiance and the staff were all very friendly. Our server Robson did great with our drinks and food! We ordered a variety of appetizers and finished our meal off with the Signature Ramen. The Fried Enoki Mushrooms were great! There was a nice crunch and it was a great addition to my ramen. Maguro Carpaccio was definitely not good. The sauce is a matcha flavor and I didn't care for that flavor. The maguro was fishy and at room temperature when served. Chicken Karage came out crunchy and hot. The sauce was great, but I would prefer sauce on the side. A5 Wagyu with Uni Nigiri was okay, I felt like my piece was a bit slimy. The Uni on its own was great. A5 Wagyu with Truffle was okay. The Wagyu on its own was okay, but the Truffle definitely elevated this dish. The Corn Wings were great and I definitely recommend. Drinks were great. The Coke is in glass bottles and the draft beer we ordered came out nice and cold. The Signature Ramen was good. The broth is nice and rich. The noodles had a perfect chewiness to it and the dish came out at a nice hot temperature. Definitely recommend trying the Signature Ramen! Overall, most of the food tasted good and definitely worth a try. I do feel like the prices are a bit high compared to the amount of food. Most of the food was good quality. I do recommend you try this place for yourself and hope you have a great experience. read more

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Glad Mensho finally came to Kapolei because it's so close to home. We visited on a Sunday night and the restaurant was busy. We were told the wait would be about an hour, but were pleasantly surprised when we got a text after only 25 minutes. The staff was friendly and welcoming from the start. Water and menus were brought to our table right away, and we were able to place our order quickly. I ordered the White Yuzu Beer and my boyfriend got the Match IPA. We both preferred the White Yuzu Beer--it was light, refreshing, and easy to drink. For food, I had the Shrimp KTFO ramen and my boyfriend ordered the Signature Ramen. Both were flavorful and beautifully presented. The broths were rich, the noodles were cooked perfectly, and the eggs were delicious. We also shared the Matcha Pudding for dessert, which was creamy, lightly sweet, and a nice way to finish the meal. Overall, great service, delicious food, and a much shorter wait than expected. We're happy to have Mensho in Kapolei and will definitely be back. read more

Mensho - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

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I'm generally not a fan of chicken broth ramen cuz it has a funny after taste, but the signature ramen here is so good! Even the vegan one is good. Very rich and flavorful. I wish they had a better waiting system--like I wish it texted you when you were next in line. But overall, I would recommend this place read more

Mensho opens for dinner at 4 p.m. We went on a Sunday and there was already a line forming around the corner of the building at 3:30 p.m. Majority of the line made it inside once doors opened and they were able to accommodate our party of 8. The food was exceptional! My favorite bite was probably the wagyu, caviar & uni nigiri and the matcha pudding. read more

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My boys love ramen so I had to be a team player and join in on the fun at Mensho's soft opening! We were probably the 6th party in line, thank God because the line got long super quick!!!! We ordered the karaage (it was alright), the wagyu and hotate nigiri (perfection!), the signature (the boys loved it), garlic gko (sooo goooood, Oishii desu ne!), and clams (we didn't know this was a ramen dish but so yummy!). Love that the menu has a variety, but I was really surprised by the chicken broth and noodle texture. It was sooooo good, I definitely see the hype!!! The service was top tier, kudos to the server who kept topping off our water! The spot is a perfect size, definitely a good size for the west side, and love the ambiance of a true ramen establishment. We briefly spoke with the owner and he was really nice and humble, so was the lady who showed us the menu, I'm going to assume she's an owner too. Jasmine, the GM, was quick and friendly while taking our order and checking us out. I can't wait to dine in again and try other dishes, especially their matcha pudding!!!! Thank you, Mensho! Well worth the wait under the beaming sun!! read more

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Been here twice already. The first time, we just missed being seated during the first round. We waited maybe another hour to be seated but it was okay. We were seated bar style with my Daughter and Friend. It didn't take us long to be greeted. Everything sounded good but ultimately I chose the original ramen which I shared with my Daughter. My Friend had the GKO. We also ordered the enoki chips and maguro carpaccio. The enoki chips were literally like chips, very crispy. The maguro carpaccio was sooo good that we ordered a second one althoigh we wee really full. It laid in a matcha yuzu sauce which sounded weird but so good once you try it! The original ramen was very flavorful too. The pork was so tender and those mochi noodles were nothing like I've had before. Service was great but I went to the restroom at one point only come back and find a wet dirty towel in my eating area. Good thing we were done though. The second time we came, we asked for first available not knowing that we'd be seating with people we don't know at all. We were seated on the long table that accommodates at least 12 people. I get that they're trying to maximize seats but it's so awkward to seat right next to people we don't even know. At least make space in between parties. This time around I ordered the Clam butter ramen and it was amazing! Clams were very plump. And they give four or five clams. This time my Husband came and surprisingly, he liked it considering he isn't a noodle person. read more

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5 stars for the overall experience! The wait was long, but the food came out quickly once we were seated. The atmosphere was cute, and our waitress was so sweet. The enoki mushrooms were fun to eat, and the corn was delicious. My honey's signature ramen and my shrimp ramen both had a gas-like taste, which we didn't enjoy. The calamari was also a bit too chewy. Overall, the great service and atmosphere made it a pleasant experience. read more

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We came here on a Friday and put our names on the waitlist around 5-6pm and only waited about 20minutes. It is a bit pricier but definitely one of the better ramen spots you'll try! We got the signature and their garlic ramen with an egg added. Super flavorful and creamy, and so garlicky the way I like! I'd personally come back and get the same thing again but I'd also like to try their appetizers. read more

Mensho - Signature ramen and the G.K.O with an egg added - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

Very good ramen. Broth was rich and full of flavor. It is pretty pricey for ramen. The wait outside before opening can be better organized. It gets very hot waiting outside. read more

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I waited I line starting at 3:45PM. My group was one of the first to sit down. I ordered the signature ramen and enoki chips. The ramen broth was a little too rich for me, and I got full very fast. The meat was so tender and delicious. The noodles were also great. Cooked to perfection. The enoki chips did taste a little oily but it was still delicious, and cooked so it had the perfect crunch. read more

Michelin ramen. Describes the experience perfectly! Their grand opening was about 8 weeks ago, so the hustle is beginning to die down. We could have been seated at the bar immediately upon arrival, but cruised around Ka Makana for about 45 minutes to wait for a table since we had a party of six. The restaurant's interior design is chic and classy, although it was a bit hot at first as the late afternoon sun still hit us through the window shade. But the food. The wagyu truffle shoyu ramen. The star of the show, as you can tell by the price, was a symphony of flavors, none detracting from the other. The broth's more subtle flavor allowed for the richness of the wagyu to shine, and the thicker cut noodle they use serves as a starchy carb to offset the wagyu's extremely rich flavor. They are a perfect al dente, providing just a touch of chewiness to the texture profile, which i appreciated. The truffle's nutty, earthy is another intense flavor which didn't clash with the other flavors in the bowl at all. I added two soft boiled eggs, and the rich and runny yolks beautifully coated the noodles and added a dense, creamy, velvety mouth feel to the overall texture profile. It really feels like their premium option, with its flavor "carnival," as they'd say in Shokugeki no Soma. If you haven't watched the show, it means that every flavor in the dish is like its own carnival ride. I also tried the signature, which was just as stellar for what it aims to do at its price point. The broth is extremely creamy and rich here, and serves as the anchor of the dish, the centerpiece. The thinly sliced duck is fatty, flavorful, and melts in your mouth, while the chashu has a bit more mouth feel, and is so tender it falls apart between your chopsticks. Both cuts of meat are great on their own, but are elevated by the broth's richness, like how gravy does on chicken/turkey. The crunchy garnish thing (I forget its name) doesn't add much in terms of flavor, but instead adds to the overall texture profile, giving your mouth a break from soft/chewy textures. The egg's yolk coats the interior of your mouth and adds an umami sidekick to the main character of the dish, that rich creamy broth. This signature bowl really feels like a flagship dish. It may not have the bells and whistles you get in the A5 wagyu bowl, but it doesn't feel like any less of a michelin experience. In general, wagyu is a cut of meat with such an intense richness that it can suffer from the "too much of a good thing" concept. With that said, it's definitely the "treat yourself on a special occasion" bowl, and eating it today was certainly a treat. The signature is definitely the bowl I'd get on a regular basis (especially considering the price), and that's what I's assume Mensho was going for with their menu setup. If you haven't already tried this ramen place, what're you waiting for? Stop reading and hop on the waitlist now because it's popular, for a good reason. read more

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Our first time coming here, we're able to sit at counter with no reservation, right away, food was great, lots of flavor and very fresh. Service is fast and very attentive and friendly. The ambiance is cool, luv the decor read more

Mensho - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

My husband and I tried this spot tonight for date night. With the phrase "Michelin" tied to this spot, and the fact that the price point was on the higher side, we had a bit higher expectations heading in. The wait was over an hour. The food was good, flavorful, and unique. However worth $200+ for two people? Not sure about that one. The part that lost most of the points for the both of us tonight was the service. It just all felt monotone, and there was no real care to provide intended service (as if they were just trying to turnaround another table and just get the night over with). Our server asked us 3-4 times in a monotone voice "ready for dessert?" when we were clearly not because we were still slurping on our ramens. In addition, coming out of the kitchen we saw a girl server chewing and eating as if she stuffed food in the back kitchen and came back out to serve after omg! Not sure if it was just an "off" night, or if the typical restaurant ambiance is typically like this? Sadly as much as we wanted to love this place, we probably wouldn't make a special trip back here unless we're in the area and craving this specific ramen. For such a decently high price point restaurant, unfortunately the service and ambiance just did not live up to the high food quality, reputation or price point. Nice to try! But probably not a "go to" spot for us! read more

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The text for two stars on yelp is "Could've been better" and that basically captures my opinion of Mensho at the moment. It's obviously better than ALOT of other places here on the island but it doesn't really help you justify spending $25+ on a bowl of noodles. I got the GKO because I love garlicy ramen. Their ramen is unique, I'll give them that, they're one of the only places on the island that really pin down the creaminess of their broth and the noodles that are used have a great chew to them which compliments how well it holds onto the broth. But, I just don't find it satisfying, they give you one slice of chashu which doesn't really have any sort of taste or marinade to it, so it kind of just ends up tasting like a block of pork that absorbed some of whatever ramen broth you are having. It doesn't have a nice chew so it ends up becoming some weird sand like texture when you chew on it, similar to Goma Tei's chashu. Good Cha Shu, has a bounciness to it but also a smooth chew and almost "bursts" it's flavor because of the soaked broth. Overall, the ramen is okay, the broth has good technique behind it but is severely clogged with poor toppings and other ingredients that just make the food so unwieldy to eat. Ramen is a simple meal where you slurp, sip, chew. It doesn't come with Ajitama (egg) so for 23 dollars as a base, the portion size is quite poor, you need to buy the egg topping and 1 piece of chashu, eeehhhh......pass. Onto the appetizers, the takoyaki is not frozen or store bought (I'd be suprised if it was). Theres no fishy taste so that's a plus but it lacks that nice full texture that great Takoyaki offers. It also came to the table pretty cold, I am not sure if they left it on the counter for a long time or if they pre-make it, then microwave it. Pass on the takoyaki, especially when it's $13 (That makes it $2.6/5 piece!..) Pass on the fried enoki chips, it's hard to eat unless you like eating with your hands I guess. Not really well seasoned as well, nothing special for $9. Pass on the three kind of cha-shu. The duck cha shu and pork cha shu just taste average. You're really paying for the Wagyu slice, which is good and quickly fades away in your mouth but not worth it for a whole $17. The Garlic Chili Karaage was suprisingly good but I can't really make a call on whether it's worth it or not, it's up to you to decide if 5 pieces of bite sized tasty chicken is worth it to you! Ultimately, you don't come here to enjoy ramen, you're obviously going here because you have money to spend and want to try something attached to the Michelin name. I commend them on their noodles but that's about it, the broth is not outstanding and you're paying premium prices for what is mainly an experience. I wouldn't come back again, the drive isn't worth it, the line and crowds aren't worth it. read more

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