Ichi-ban Boshi

After a stint of late-night shopping we headed over to Ichi-ban Boshi for a late dinner and some ramen-y goodness. As usual, the crowd waiting for tables filled the entire foyer area outside Kinokuniya. After several groups were seated, our number was called and after being seated we quickly scanned the menu to reaffirm our choices picked while waiting in line.

The Aburi Chashu Ramen was exactly as pictured on the menu board outside the restaurant. An enormous bowl of ramen topped with three fatty pieces of pork belly and some greens. The pork had a wonderful smoky flavour that was infused into the broth. A first for me but definitely not the last.

Aburi Chashu Ramen

Patrick ordered the Kimuchi Ramen, a Japanese twist to the Korean pickled cabbage side dish. The kimchi was perfectly balanced with chili and fermented sourness and great with the ramen.

Kimuchi Ramen

Lynn had the Hiyashi Chuka, a special menu item available only during the summertime. This is a ramen salad served with a tangy dressing and a dollop of hot mustard to add spice.

Hiyashi Chuka

Three hits and no misses from this trip to Ichi-ban Boshi and definitely worth the wait.