11th March 2011. Written by Xin Li.
The Shinjiro Ramen is based on Tokyo’s ramen jiro which is characterized by its enormous portions. The ramen goes for quantity rather than quality as it was intended to feed hungry but budget-conscious diners.
Like how many reviews have described a bowl of ramen jiro, the
Shinjiro Ramen (13.00++ SGD) was intimidating and unrefined. It was topped with heaps of crunchy cabbages, corn kernels, bean sprouts and a few cha shu slices. The chashu was a little dry and too salty for my liking and I didn’t enjoy the rather flat tasting soup base or the texture of the thick noodles.
All this make it sounded like a bad bowl of ramen which was my initial perception until I read how did this style of ramen came about then I came to appreciate and understand the shinjiro ramen. It was not out to please the taste buds but rather to feed the hungry diners who wishes to stretch their budget. The ramen was designed with a context in mind.
Service was very efficient and approachable. For more a second opinion, you could refer to
ieatishootipost.
Menya Shinchan
Address:30 Robertson Quay, #01-05 Riverside View, Singapore
Tel: +65 6732 0114
Opening Hours
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 6.30pm – 10pm
Sat–Sun & PH: 6pm – 10pm
Haha I was really shocked when I saw the second photo! I would still love to give this place a try though!
ReplyDeleteto foodoshoot: haha I can imagine, I got shocked seeing that giant appearing at the kitchen counter.
ReplyDeleteits just huge! =o But must try haha for the experience, good to share too. During my visit there was even a complimentary upsize promotion for DBS cardholders.
yeah that photo was very nicely taken! it looked like a super huge bowl of ice kachang! haha. wow complimentary upsize? I cant imagine!
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