The creamy tsukemen broth had a flavour akin to fermented bean (豆瓣酱) or miso. That was actually not bad.
I liked the level of authenticity in its taste, which is robust and slightly heavier to the palate as well.
I had high expectations for Menya Sakura given the profile of its Head Chef. However, I found the ramen to be rather pedestrian and would probably not make a special trip down to have it again, though it certainly qualifies as one of the better dining options along Boat Quay.
I didn't like it at all. Perhaps to no surprise, the liver just didn't fit in with the rest of this bowl. The broth was mildly sweet, and it was annoyingly garnished with pine nuts too. I had to dump a lot of black pepper on this thing in order just to make it edible. No, I won't get this again.
You can come with friends or family and chit chat, but once you taste the food, you will be transported into this world of your own. That's the magic I always get here.
You can come with friends or family and chit chat, but once you taste the food, you will be transported into this world of your own. That's the magic I always get here.
Menya Sakura takes care of the little details. I was surprised to find fresh garlic for grating. They give you a garlic press. Make use of it! Fresh garlic adds a totally new dimension to your ramen, making it even better than you thought possible. Factory pre-minced garlic, on the other hand, is simply vile.
Yes, it might be a tad salty and overwhelming for some, but trust me on this, this bowl is sure to lift any sort of rotten spirits.
I liked it enough as there was a level of authenticity in its taste, as some ramen shops from Japan would adapt quite a bit to suit local palates.