Kairaku

A good place to start at Kairaku is the wonton ramen, one of the menu’s popular choices. Diners describe its chicken-stock-based soy sauce broth as light and old-fashioned, paired with smooth, medium-thin straight noodles. Some recall the wontons for their slippery wrappers and pleasantly chewy texture, which offer a contrast to the noodles. Wonton ramen is on the menu for anyone who wants the wontons to take centre stage.

For bean sprouts as well, try the bean-sprout wonton ramen. Diners who have ordered this combination say they enjoyed the sprouts’ crisp bite alongside the wontons, making it an easy way to change the character of the bowl. For a simpler option, there is ramen, as well as menma soba; diners have noted that the bamboo shoots add a pleasingly firm texture.

The menu also includes chashu ramen. Diners have remarked on the manageable size of the pork slices and how thoroughly the soy sauce flavour comes through, making this another choice for those who want to focus on the toppings. A limited-quantity rice dish is also available as a small accompaniment to ramen.

You can dine in, and the restaurant is described as suitable for eating alone. Payment is cash only, so come prepared.