One of my favorite ramen shops in Kirkland. Quick service (you can order from a screen or at the front I believe) and delicious food. The seating is limited but overall, a great place for soup. My favorite is their green ramen! Rich flavors and honestly so good after a long day of work. Can get busy but still a chill spot. read more

Menya Muso - Bento and ramen - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Pretty casual tsukemen (and ramen) spot! Payment system directly on your left when you walk in. No cash payment option here. This couple tried to take the only table left as we were finishing our order, but the staff told them to order first so we're thankful for that. Also saw the staff chase down customers that left stuff behind. I'ma say 5* for service lol. Couldn't decide between their black and red tsukemen so I went for their hybrid option. The noodles held up really well. Good thickness and had that good chewy bounciness to it too. I would say the broth met expectations - rich flavors that may be a bit too salty for the unaware. I didn't see any offer to top off the dipping broth with daishi broth (soup-wari). Not a deal breaker though! The chicken kaarages were a little disappointing because they didn't lock down the texture. It was crispy for some part and kinda soft for others. Would just stick with their tsukemen or ramen options next time. read more

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This spot follows the counter-order-first rule--you have to place your food order before getting seated, which felt a little inconvenient during the rush. I got their signature tsukemen, and the dipping broth is extremely heavy and thick. You dip cold noodles into this rich, dense soup, but it's overwhelmingly rich and gets cloying halfway through. Overall flavor is okay. read more

Menya Muso - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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This restaurant has a small dining area, some tables in the center and a couple of barstools along the wall on one side. Put in your order at the kiosk and sit anywhere you choose. When we went on a Monday evening, it was a little busy, so it was hard to get a table for 4. The food came out fairly quickly, and the service was friendly. Even though you have to get your own cup of water from the self service station, you don't have to bus your own table after eating. I tasted the original ramen, black garlic tsukemen, and original tsukemen. The ramen had a creamy, rich broth that I enjoyed, but it started to taste too salty after a while. The chashu was seared nicely and flavorful. The tsukemen broth tasted fishy in a good way, with the black garlic version having a strong garlic flavor over the fishy flavor. The noodles had a good texture with the expected bite to it. The plaza has plenty of parking spaces. read more

Menya Muso - BLACK TSUKEMEN - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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This was our third time here. We got the vegan hybrid ramen and the potato croquette bao. The bao was good but the ramen was so much worse than the first two times here. It was unfortunate because we brought our family here. The broth was extremely diluted and lacked salt, flavor and fat. I hope this was a one off. read more

This place was okay. The staff were nice, but food-wise it was pretty average for me. I've had the ramen before and tried the tsukemen this time, and neither really stood out. The space is small and no-frills, which is fine, but I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come back. Not bad if you're nearby and craving ramen, just not anything memorable. read more

Menya Muso - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Took me an absurd amount of time to visit Menya, the Kirkland location really helped. I was pretty impressed. Despite hearing a lot of great things about this "local" chain, my expectations were surpassed. I say local because I do believe they're from Japan or have locations in Japan, but have a few branches in Washington. There isn't a ton of seating, but probably seven tables with two chairs each (tables can be moved and combined easily) and then some counter seats facing the walls. Ample parking in a plaza. One tablet to order from inside. Great selection of classic ramen, vegan ramen, tsukemen, some donburi, and sides! Loved the hybrid ramen (and I'd imagine I'd love the black ramen in particular). Partner got the spicy miso and I honestly did not care for it, probably because my taste buds were overwhelmed by the hybrid ramen broth. Hybrid Ramen - mix of black and red meaning black garlic oil and spicy broth which was super flavorful. Fatty, rich, creamy, and umami. The individual pork belly across ramens is fatty and tasty, but it is a thicker cut than usual, so a bit chewier and maybe slightly tougher. They also provided a generous amount of spinach, wood ear mushrooms, and bean sprouts. Delicious noodles too, great slurping potential and soaked up the broth just right. Chicken Nanban - six pieces of tasty, juicy, delicious chicken karaage under some sort of thick tartar egg salad (like potato salad) with curry powder on top. Honestly I was impressed by the karaage alone and would be happy to order it. The thick tartar egg salad was tasty but the chicken was definitely the star of the show. read more

Menya Muso - Hybrid Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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When you arrive there is a order kiosk to the left of the door inside and you can order there. Then you can find a seat. It's a pretty small place so there is seating for maybe 25-30 people. It was busy so we took a seat at the bar seating. We ordered the Miso Ramen, Spicy Miso Ramen, Black Tsukemen and the Takoyaki. It came out pretty quickly and it was all good. The portions are great. Not too much and not too little. The Ramen were really good and they hit the spot. They had nice pieces of pork and we added the soft boiled egg which was cooked perfectly. The Takoyaki had a nice sized piece of octopus in them. A lot of the takoyaki I have had at other places use tiny pieces of octopus which is disappointing. Here it was a nice piece of octopus which made it really good. I would come back for a good quick meal. Recommend for sure. read more

First time coming to this place. I'm not used to trying Ramen much but this one sure had many options especially both vegan and pork options. The place is cute and small - and it's a well known chain. The service was quick, food was great but the place is too small only 4-6 tables unless you don't mind the bar stools. I loved the spicy curry over the hybrid Ramen - the hybrid one s sauce was creamy/thick if you like the sorts. Would come once again. read more

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I've eaten at Menya Musashi twice, and unfortunately, the second time around, it really missed the mark. The tofu tasted off, and I ended up feeling uncomfortable later in the day. It's also served in two very thick slabs, which throws off the texture. Thinner slices would be a big improvement. Staff was friendly and welcoming as soon as we came in, directing us to the kiosk to order and then find a seat. The location is tucked into a strip mall, but the artwork adds some authentic character. read more

Menya Muso - Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

I had the red ramen! Solid flavor. Can't say it's my favorite but still good. The building is small so come when they open, especially on a weekend. Overall yummy read more

Menya Muso - The red! - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

I have been to Menya Musashi twice now and the quality is food was complete opposites of each other. Food: Both times I ordered the vegan hybrid ramen. The first time I went it was really good and memorable that I knew I wanted to come back. The second time it was not good. The tofu tasted really bad, something was off and later in the day my stomach did not feel well. The tofu is just 2 thick pieces, I wish they were cut thinner, maybe into 4 pieces. Menu: I appreciate that they have a full vegan menu that's easy and clear to read. Service: You order at the kiosk at the door, then are seated. Food was quick to come. Ambiance: Small hole in the wall place in a strip mall. They have cool art. Busy on the weekends, weekday lunch was empty. read more

Menya Muso - VEGAN HYBRID RAMEN - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

On a cold evening, these noodles hit the spot! You must order Tsukemen style, dipping the ramen noodles into a thick, hot, rich broth keeps your noodles texturally firm and al dente. We ordered the Black and Red Tsukemen, and the Chicken Karaage (smaller size). Both dipping broths were so rich flavorful, containing chunks of bamboo shoots and pork slices. We were thoroughly impressed and enjoyed our unique eating experience. Expect heavy salt and umami flavors with each bite, contrasting the rich and hot temp dipping bowl with the cold noodles. You could opt for warmer noodles, but the contrasting sensation of cold noodles and warm broth really hits the spot. I highly recommend anyone that calls themself a ramen fan or advocate, to give Menya Musashi Tsukemn a shot at changing your ramen perception forever! read more

Menya Muso - BLACK TSUKEMEN and RED TSUKEMEN - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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This is my third time trying ramen, the first two I was disappointed. This time I was satisfied. I came in during lunch on a rainy cold weekday. The restaurant only had one other person eating inside. I ordered my food at the kiosk before seating myself. I decided to go with the original pork tonkotsu ramen with added egg. My ramen came out within ten minutes of me sitting down. I could smell the seared pork fat on the pork belly and it smelled spectacular. There was a small jar of dry chili and garlic, I sprinkled many spoons onto my ramen, it wasn't too spicy at all. I just love dried garlic. The pork broth was rich and heartwarming. The noodles were bouncy and chewy. The pork belly fell apart in my mouth, the sear on the pork belly enhanced its flavor more. I love the Woodear mushrooms in the ramen, as well as the spinach. The eggs seem like they were marinated in a soy base sauce. The best ramen I have tried so far, I can't wait to try the other flavors . read more

Menya Muso - ORIGINAL RAMEN - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

This little ramen spot has major Tokyo vibes. Just a handful of tables, an ordering kiosk, and steaming bowls that arrive almost as soon as you sit down. The menu is surprisingly creative for a small place -- with vegan ramen options like black garlic oil, spicy red broth, and hybrid. For the less adventurous, there's miso and green curry ramen, each with a spicy option too. We tried the vegan spicy curry ramen, hybrid, and black garlic oil ramen -- all a bit under-salted but easily fixed, and honestly, so satisfying once adjusted. Add some cold sake, and you've got yourself a no-fuss, sit, slurp, and leave kind of meal. Perfect for a quick ramen craving. They have other interesting items on their menu. But for me, their ramen hits the spot. Will definitely go back to try the miso ramen. read more

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I was craving some Tsukemen and was thrilled to find this spot decently close to where I live. The noodles were a great texture, the broth delicious and comforting, and service was attentive. There's not a ton of table seating available, but we were lucky to snag a two-seater table. There's also bar style seating with high stools facing the walls if tables aren't available. The lighting inside was noticeably harsh and bright, so the ambience wasn't "cozy, soup weather" like I had hoped for. I don't normally notice or care about lighting as much but I felt very exposed here! I'd come back to try more of their ramen & noodles, but I'd consider doing take out next time. read more

Menya Muso - ORIGINAL TSUKEMEN - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

I hadn't found Tsukemen in the Seattle area until I tried this spot. It's located in a small space, so be aware that a large group would be more difficult as seating is limited. The tsukemen was very tasty as well as the taiyaki dessert. I'll definitely be coming back here again. read more

Menya Muso - HYBRID TSUKEMEN - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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Love this place - our go to for really authentic ramen. Place is small and can get busy so we like to time our visit on off peak times (not many off peak times - it's that good!). But definitely worth the wait. They have added new menu items like onigiri and have other items like steamed bao. Haven't had anything we didn't like and we have eaten through most of the menu. Service is great and vibe is casual. Come as you are but come hungry! read more

Menya Muso - ORIGINAL RAMEN - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Ordering is done at a kiosk by the door. We ordered the spicy miso ramen and the black tsukemen. We waited patiently for our food and it came out shortly. The lady the worked there was slow, not happy and unpleasant. It was obvious she didn't like her job or wanted to do anything. As she shuffled area, those Crocs made an annoying noise. The restaurant was small and had Japanese music playing in the background. Ramen- not Malay spicy but has a good warmth and kick. The broth was creamy and very flavorful. The noodle has a gentle bit and was very satisfying. TSukenen- the noodle was slightly thinner than a fettuccine noodle and had a great chewy texture. You get a decent size portion but I doubled up an got an extra order. The dipping sauce was magical and very full of flavor and fat. Good find and definitely will be back when I am in the area. read more

This was my first time trying this outlet. It's noticeably smaller than the Cap Hill location, with only a few tables. You place your order at a kiosk, someone brings your food to you, and you bus your own table afterward. I usually order the spicy miso, but this time I went with the red ramenand I'm glad I did. The broth was rich and flavorful, the toppings were fresh, and the noodles complemented the broth nicely. I personally prefer my noodles a bit softer and more well-done, though it seems both this location and Cap Hill serve them slightly al dente. That said, I ended up liking the red ramen more than the miso. For some reason, the overall quality of the food here felt even better than at Cap Hill. I'll definitely be coming back. The server was also very friendly and sweet. read more

We stop by this place for lunch and it was good. You order with their app and take a seat and someone comes out and give you your food. The only bad thing about this was that there was only one machine to take order so you can be waiting for a bit if there are people ahead of you. Foodwise: Ebi shrimp bao: 4/5 --- bao was super soft, flavor was good. Shrimp was crispy. Wish there was more shrimp though, because you're eating a lot of bao. Chicken karage 3/5 -- meat was not tender, it was bland and not juicy. Charsui curry rice 4/5 -- pretty good for the price. Meat was tender, curry was flavorful. Wish there some veggies though to balance the richness. Basil ramen 4/5 -- interesting flavor, noodle was al dente charsui was not tender. It was good overall and I would come back for other food read more

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Overall: I like the idea of the restaurant, but I just feel like it just isn't executed super well. Food: The appetizers here didn't really taste like much. The curry potato salad was really good though, a unique flavor that I haven't tried before. The noodle dishes I felt like were a weird middle where I would have just preferred a normal ramen instead. The broth was very salty and super concentrated, which it should be to a certain extent for the noodles to taste good when dipping. But it was just way too salty and the noodles didn't carry the taste of the broth well. It tasted like 2 completely separate things rather than a combination. Service: Solid service, they have a long line and not many tables, so the waiters do their best to get things cleaned up and food out as quickly as possible so you can eat. Ambiance: This is a casual sit down place, not too many spots so expect a line if you are coming near peak hours. read more

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I selected a combo with the Black Ramen, which came in a rich, pork-braised broth topped with green onion, bean sprouts, spinach, cloud ear mushroom, and a tender slice of pork belly. It was served piping hot--just how I like it! The noodles were delicious, but I found myself wishing I could swap them for the thicker tsukemen noodles, which looked amazing with my husband's order. The combo also included a Chashu rice bowl (hearty and flavorful) and a Coke. My husband went with the Red Tsukemen, and he really enjoyed dipping the thick noodles into the spicy, flavorful broth. We also tried the Mentaiko Takoyaki--crispy on the outside and soft and creamy inside, with a nice kick from the mentaiko. A great little appetizer! Ordering was easy: place your order at the kiosk to the left of the entrance, then pick any open table and they'll bring your food out to you. Overall, a satisfying and tasty experience. I'd definitely come back to try more! read more

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Menya Musashi Tsukemen & Ramen, a Japan based chain, opened its first US location in Cap Hill. Now, it has a location on the Eastside in Kirkland. They must be seriously legit because this tiny restaurant with 6-ish small tables and a bench against the wall is packed with Asians plus a steady stream of take-out orders. We order via the tablet near the door. They have several menus there, so you can read up while you wait your turn to order. There is very little waiting space around the tablet or to wait for a seat. When two groups of four arrived, they were told to wait along the aisle to the bathroom. The arrangement is rather awkward. Meanwhile, a group of six is chatting away, clueless to the waiting fellow diners. Be prepared to wait if you come with more than 4 people. Service is less-than-usual since you order and pay ahead yourself. They bring food, refill water, and clear table. The Food: Black (Garlic Oil) Ramen, $16.50 - 4 Stars The best part - the broth! The worst part - no egg! Ramen without ajitama seems like a travesty. The noodles and chashu (pork belly) are alright; we have had better elsewhere. Spicy Curry Ramen plus 2 ajitama added, $17 + $3 - 4 Stars The best part - the broth! The worst part - subpar ajitama. Clearly, they are not skilled with their eggs. They are broken, the yokes are overcooked, the marinate is light. Sigh. I do like their ramen bowls have more veggies than most other places. Combo adder - Negi Ponzu Takoyaki (and green tea bottle), $6.50 - 4 Stars Having this combo adder (optional non-alcoholic beverage) is clever! $6.50 is an approachable price. I am trying takoyaki served in this manner for the first time. It is lighter, with a bit of tang, and less sweet. I liked it. Combo adder - original Takoyaki (and oolong tea), $6.50 - 4 Stars Hubby likes this original variant better with a thicker sauce. The takoyaki balls are quite good. Lightly fried, not too much octopus though. read more

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Visited this ramen joint on one weekend, when this establishment was not super packed. Took a bit longer than expected before our bowls arrived to our table, but ramen was pretty good. Broth was not too thick (which is my preference when it comes down to tonkotsu), and noodle was perfectly prepared. Service was not very personable, but it was okay enough for a ramen joint. read more

Menya Muso - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Finally got a chance to check this place out. Ramen was really flavorful and good without being too spicy. My coworkers got the cold noodle tsukemen ramen and they really liked it. The orange chicken was pretty good but next time I think I'll just get the karaage. Would highly recommended checking this place out if you're looking for a hot bowl of ramen or tsukemen! read more

Menya Muso - HYBRID RAMEN (Tonkotsu and fish broth), Loaded Menya Fries, Menya Orange chicken - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

I had the original tsukumen and he had the curry with karaage. Portions were generous- other places I've had tsukumen it was a small pile of noodles on a plate and karaage were the size of nuggets. I ordered the combo set and got a BIG bowl of noodles and a plate with three chicken thighs. I probably packed up 75% of the food for later. The noodles were chewy and thick, and the dipping broth was also very thick and rich. The karaage was crispy. The curry sauce was also quite thick, very tasty with the karaage. We managed to get a table right away, which was nice since I know it can get pretty busy here. Service was good, we will definitely be back to try more of the menu. read more

Menya Muso - ORIGINAL TSUKEMEN, AJITAMA (Soft Boiled Egg) CHICKEN KARAAGE - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Great service. Great flavorful ramen. Authentic atmosphere. So many great vegan options!

Menya Musashi is the best place to go to tsukemen! Compared to its other locations, this location wasn't a full on restaurant but a place where you order and sit down with very limited seating area. I came with a friend and we both got the hybrid tsukemen. I got mine with cold noodles and she got hers with hot noodles. The broth that came on the side was flavorful and had lots of juicy pork in it. I loved dipping my noodles in the broth, it was refreshing and fulfilling. If you're worried about serving size I think they give you the perfect amount of noodles and broth to keep you warm and content. It didn't take too long to be served after we placed an order, which is definitely a plus for these type of sit down places. I'm hoping in the future all locations could have the same menu because I was wanting to also try the Yuzu Tsukemen which is only at the Capitol Hill location. read more

Menya Muso - HYBRID TSUKEMEN - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Yummy ramen And tsukemen!!! I've never had tsukemen and it was delicious!! The broth is flavorful in a way it's not too rich or salty, creamy yet not heavy. It was just right! Noodles were cooked perfectly. Add-ons are extra but prices are decent. They have some lunch combos that were decently priced. Good amount of side options too! It's a small place; orders placed in a kiosk, seating is minimal but orders come out fast so it seems you wouldn't have to wait long if there's a wait. Decor honors Japanese culture in a simple yet elegant way. read more

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I've always been salty that the best ramen in Seattle has been relegated to Cap Hill, but Menya Musashi surprised me with a location out in Kirkland. Arrived around 7PM on a Sunday night and while I didn't have to wait for a seat, a large line ended up forming around 7:30PM. The ambiance is fairly casual, you order and pay at an iPad by the door before seating yourself. Overall, although the experience feels more casual, the quality is actually consistent with their other location. The tsukemen noodles are simply unbeatable in texture: super chewy and bouncy. The soft boiled egg costs extra which is a bit unfortunate, but the chashu was well cooked - super fatty and tender. The broth is more of a thick, savory gravy than a soup so that it will cling onto your noodles and the strong pork flavor is exactly what I want. Totally enjoyed myself here and parking is much easier than Cap Hill, so no complaints from me! read more

Menya Muso - Original Tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Excellent ramen place in Kirkland. We loved the food, atmosphere and service. It's in a strip mall near the car wash. Very fast service- order on the kiosk as you enter. Tables available and two rows of counter seating. We loved our ramen bowls and will definitely be back! We also tried the karage chicken as an appetizer. We had the 3 piece and it was outstanding. The sauce put it over the top. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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This place is AMAZING!!! Seriously good! Service and food and perfect! Ramen is so good, it's like being back in Japan! You order your food on a screen order, choose your seat of preference and wait for your food to arrive. Water, To go boxes and other necessities are self serve. Small restaurant but they make good use of the space. read more

Menya Muso - CHICKEN KARAAGE - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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Great to see this place open in Kirkland and I hope they're enjoying a great lease rate given this neighborhood (window security bars are commonplace) and the state of this "strip mall" relative to much more exclusive areas on the Eastside. Much more low stress parking relative to the Seattle location too. Menu is great and the tsukemen is legit. I thought the pork "chashu" was a bit hard and overcooked or reheated one too many times - but it wasn't horrendous. At these prices, corners do need to be cut. Service is outstanding. Will definitely be back given we spend a lot of time at the ice rink next door. read more

Love it!! We're repeat customers! Love their vegan curry ramen, orange chicken!! Ambiance & service - no complaints whatsoever read more

So awesome that they have more vegan options now! Last time I went (seattle location) the only vegan options they had was the veggie ramen. The pork was quite tough and you can see it only came with one piece. The broth comes with some more chunks but still not very much overall. It's really cool that you can ask for extra broth at the end to drink the rest of your dipping broth! I thought that was fun. I will say, compared to the Seattle location this one is much more casual. The vibe of the seattle one is much more cozy and well-decorated. read more

Menya Muso - HYBRID TSUKEMEN - Ramen Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

This is a very small store with about 8 small tables parked fairly close to each other. Additionally, there are high chair seating along the wall to make up all the seats. You walked in and order via the monitor on the left. Then, you wait for food delivery. You slurp the noodles and go. I liked my hybrid Tsukemen and Tonkatsu. Broth is not too salty and flavorful. On the next visit, I tried the black garlic oil ramen. It has zero profile with good ramen. I will pass this for sure next time. The matcha soft swirl tasted alright and not too sweet but it's not cold enough to enjoy. The texture is on the watery side and not smooth at all. There are plenty of parking. read more

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Quick. No frills. Kinda pricey compared to other Tonkotsu spots. Get the dipping broth.

This was our first ramen experience, and it was delicious. There was a long wait to order and be seated at around 2pm on a Saturday, so we decided to place our order via Uber eats for pick up. Our order was ready within 12 minutes and was eaten at the ice rink next door. Hubby and I enjoyed the tender noodles and variety of options for add ins. I had the vegan original with umami broth, tofu (advertised as fried but maybe it's pan fried and extra firm). The sprouts and egg added textures my mouth craves - crunchy, chewy, soft, rich goodness. The price point was higher than expected, but they provide a large quantity and it was very fulfilling on a cold fall afternoon. read more

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I absolutely love their location in Cap Hill, so when I heard of the new Kirkland location, I had to check it out. Location: very convenient and so much easier to park compared to finding parking in Cap Hill. However, the store is very small and cramped to move around. We were instructed to order and pay from the machine inside near the door, then wait outside to be seated, so try to look ahead and decide what you want to order before you come. The ordering experience is quite chaotic because the space is very cramped. I ordered the Hybrid Ramen, which is my favorite from the Seattle location. The noodles are chewy but the broth didn't taste as good. I expected the same quality across their locations so I was pretty disappointed. The food came fairly fast and the staff was nice. read more

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