Kyoto, Japan - Michelin Bib Gourmand recommended for three consecutive years: Menya Ichi

The champion of the best ramen in Kansai has been announced: without a doubt, it is #麺屋豚一, which has been recommended by Michelin Bib Gourmand for three consecutive years! The soup is the greatest strength of Menya Ichi. It is made with top-quality bonito and simmered at a low temperature. It has a bright amber color, does not contain animal fat, and is particularly sweet. Then use #dark soy sauce and #white soy sauce to create two different flavors. Literally speaking, dark soy sauce has a heavier taste, while white soy sauce is lighter. I was really lucky today, I didn't have to queue for food, I went to the Rire branch, which is actually near the main store, but the dining environment is much brighter and more spacious. I arrived at the ramen restaurant 2 minutes before it opened at 17:30, and there were already more than ten people in the line. The waiter came out to count the number of people and take orders, and I just managed to squeeze in to the last place in the first round! (The internet says that if you don't line up 20-30 minutes before the store opens, you won't be able to eat it on the machine because the ingredients are limited. I lined up for 2 minutes, so I can only say I was lucky.) Ordered the seared A4 wagyu bonito ramen, white soy sauce flavor. The A4 wagyu beef from Kobe is grilled on site, with plenty of fat and aroma. The ingredients include dried bonito flakes, green onions, thick bamboo shoots, and a plate of shredded yuzu peel. You can also add or pair it with the three types of pepper powder (black pepper, colored pepper, and shichimi fungus) to create different levels of taste. As for the soup base, I knew I won after taking the first sip. The champion is Menya Ichi! It is really refreshing and sweet when you put it in your mouth. #醍醐味 probably describes this taste. The noodles are relatively thin and are made from wheat produced in Hokkaido. They have a smooth texture and you can finish all the noodles and soup in just a few bites! The staff in the shop and the noodle cooks are all young people. The girl even cooks the noodles with full makeup on. That's awesome! The atmosphere was warm and joyful, but due to store rules, I could only take photos of the food. The rest would be up to you to experience and taste it yourself! Menya Pork Ichi Ririe (branch) Business hours: 1100-1430, 1730-2100 Address: 463 Lune Maru High 1st floor, Shimogyo Ward, Senshojicho, Kyoto, Japan 600-8076 #Japanese store exploration #Kyoto food #Menya Pork Ichi Ririe