Hidden gem in Hayden Island/ Jantzen beach. An elderly lady was the chef and server of this quaint/ cute restaurant with overlooking views of the marina. Ramen soup was not too overwhelming in taste, but just right and perfect for a chilly/cool day. Would like to come back again and try out other items off their menu.
The place is really tiny by the waterfront with limited seating inside. There are outdoor seating areas for good weather days. The chashu (bbq pork) in the ramen was good with soup; but too dry on the Japa Bowl. Price is reasonable and the service was quick.
Small, unassuming place with a beautiful dining area and some of the best food I've had in a long time. Very affordable for dinner for two. The lady running it alone was prompt and sweet. Will absolutely come here again.
We just returned from a vacation in Japan (a week ago) and were craving a classic japanese dish. This place is the best. The soup was lovely, the salmon and salad was on point, and the quaint little mom and pop shop was great. We loved it on a super cold and rainy night. It's not fancy, there is no fluff, it's just straight up comfort food. Don't hesitate.
Love this place. Time to time have lunch here. The food is good and delicious. Seems lake a family own small business
Excellent food at a great price! Bonus that it has an awesome view and a great atmosphere!
A small seaside Japanese ramen restaurant with outdoor dining area. The soup ramen tastes ok but not comparable to most similar restaurants in San Francisco Bay area. The noodle texture is similar to soup noodle packages bought in Japanese grocery stores. The soup doesn’t taste like it’s prepared in house. The bbq pork is too lean so it’s not rich enough. The service staff, basically one person who is the cashier also serves and cooks, is nice.
Love this little hole in the wall ramen shop. The service is always great as well as the food. It’s the best cause it’s rarely ever crowded and you get an amazing view of the marina. Definitely recommend eating here🫶🏼
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I lived in Japan a long time and I’ll tell you most Japanese restaurants in the states are not an authentic experience, they might be good, but they don’t have that homey neighborhood feel that is the backbone of Japanese cuisine.
First off, most American Japanese restaurants are expensive and seem to be striving for some trendy zen concept.
Menjiro felt like I was back in the Kobe neighborhood, getting a bowl of Ramen on the way to the train station.
Unpretentious, friendly, reasonably priced.
That’s pretty straight forward, isn’t it? Honest good food in a welcoming environment.
It’s tiny and the prime table has a wonderful view of the boat docks, with plenty of room for outdoor seating. The cook/server was the perfect addition, cheerful and friendly, exactly like so many Ramen shops in Japan.
To be honest, I have had better Ramen, but I haven’t had more authentic ramen. It’s not the place for your wedding party or a corporate merger. It’s a place you eat at regularly… with friends, or by yourself.
You don’t have to dress up, or put your makeup on, you just have to relax and imagine you’re in a little harbor town in Japan and you’re dropping into your little neighborhood joint. And that, is amazing.
an adorable little family owned restaurant right in the waterfront hidden behind a dennys and floor hardware store.
small and quaint, seating less than 15 people in store,you look right over the river into portland. i went with my brother and dad. i got a bowl of ramen and they both got a rice bowl while we all shared a tuna appetizer. the food is delicious and we all finished the appetizer within 5 minutes of receiving it.
the lady was the sweetest person and kindly explained to us how to order as well.
i would love to come here again when i get the chance
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