It had been several years since I had gone to Motomachi Shokudou. With so many ramenya opening up in Vancouver, you can never run out of choices. I was craving some good authentic Japanese ramen, so I decided to come here again.
The tiny restaurant was packed, but luckily, we only had to wait a few minutes before a tiny table opened up for Sheepie and I.

I ordered the Bamboo Charcoal Dark Miso Ramen $10.55. The colour may not look too appetizing, but the flavour was unique – in a good way. There were lots of noodles, more than most other places which would be floating in a lot of soup. For the first time in a long time, the chashu (sliced pork belly) had no fat at all. It was on the chewy-hard side, but I prefer that than the fatty, greasy slimy ones. The broth, being it based on miso was quite salty for my liking. Bonus – comes with a pretty flower on the ramen tray.

Sheepie ordered Shio Ramen with Natural Salt and Seasonal vegetables $10.50. I tried a bit of it and it was refreshing. Mmmmm….again, lots of noodles and goodies. Broth was light but flavourful. Quite delicious.

And one order of Gyoza to share. It was hot, juicy and authentic. Very good.
Ever since going, I’ve been craving to go back to Motomachi Shokudo again!

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