Menya Ultra UTC La Jolla

We went here on February 14, Valentine's Day. We like ramen so we thought try this place out. It was actually better than Silver Lake which is our usual go to place for Ramen in San Diego, Kashiwa in Orange County. I like that the portions are just enough and I was able to finish most of it except a few pieces of meat and ramen. There were enough meat so when I read not a lot, was surprised because I couldn't even finish it. I like the soup mostly and meat. We ordered their Valentine's Special which is probably the same cost as the ala carte menu. The atmosphere is nice because it is clean and there was no wait time. Ben, the cashier was patient with us while we were deciding. Thus, the 5 star rating. We had fountain drinks since my husband is not into beer and neither am I.

I am not sure how they got into the Michelin Guide California, but we have had many better ramens. Both of the soups we had were good, but the tonkotsu wasn’t as good! My main issue was with how thin and small was the chashu piece that came with it! You had to pay $4 more to get 4 more pieces but the pieces are way too small. The noodles were okay, nothing special. The service was relatively slow and it seems like they were way understaffed.

First time here at this location since we weren't satisfied with the one in Convoy hoping it’s better. Not sure which dishes earned its Michelin Star because Tonkotsu Ramen or Karage Don sure didn't gave me the 5 star flavor/ Wow factor. I've been to numerous Ramen restaurants and Menya Ramen is just average. Broth was okay. Tonkotsu Ramen ($17.95) didn't have enough decent chasu pork (only 1 slice) so order Tonkotsu Chasu Ramen which is $3.00 more if you expect 3 slices at least. I prefer the karage on the crispy side. My wife had to ask me multiple times if the chicken was done because we're not use the way it's cooked. Gave another shot at Menya Ultra and probably our last one. Service was great but we were expecting more!

Menya is one of my most favorite ramen places and this new location did not disappoint. My girlfriend and I enjoyed the buffet style ordering where you can just walk up and order before getting seated. In general this seems like a faster way or serving customers but I am not sure if it's going to be beneficial when it gets really busy. Flavor seemed slightly less rich compared to the other locations but it is very hard to tell because it still tastes awesome. I would have to compare them directly side by side to be able to tell. Slight disappointment was that the menya ultra points do not work at this location, hopefully that can change soon because I want my skateboard!!😅😅 Design of this place is cute and modern.

I was so cold on a chilly day and was grateful to find a vegan ramen near by when traveling. The delicious creamy broth made me warm and happy. The young girl at the cashier was enthusiastic and friendly! My only wish is that they added some protein to a vegan version: tofu, impossible/beyond, lots of other faux meats available in Asian stores, these days it’s very easy. The garlic oils that was poured around my pile of onions made the soup yummy.

If you’re a ramen lover in San Diego, you have to try Menya Ultra. The broth here is next level rich, flavorful, and just the right balance of creamy and salty. The noodles are fresh, springy, and soak up all that umami goodness perfectly. I ordered the Tonkotsu with chili paste on the side and added the soft boiled egg. The chashu pork practically melts in your mouth, and the toppings just make every bite better. It was so delicious and definitely recommended.

Amazing ramen in San Diego! I got their tonkotsu with chasu and it was incredible. My mom tried the tantan which was great too, it had more of a nutty flavor but I would get that one next time. I’ll definitely be back when I’m in the area!

The food there is very delicious. I really like the regular fried chicken!

Menya Ultra at UTC La Jolla is a great addition to the burgeoning food scene at the mall. The convenience of this location was great for a quick lunch. With seating outside and inside, the menu is simple with their signature ramens and sides. This visit I went with the highly recommended Ajitama Tonkotsu Ramen and a side of Nagoya style 3 piece fried chicken Karaage. The fried chicken was well battered with a good crunched served hot and juicy. Each piece was a good portion and dressed with a sweet sauce glaze with black pepper. Highly recommend getting this side as a good appetizer. When I think ramen I automatically go to a good tonkotsu and Menya Ultra's signature is the Ajitama Tonkotsu ramen a delicious bowl of a creamy pork broth, fresh noodles, boiled egg, green onions and a slice of pork chashu. This salty creamy broth with its thickness fills you up quickly. I was definitely satisfied with my meal and will definitely come back when at UTC mall.

Yumm I love menya ultra! I have visited their Mira Mesa location a bunch but I visited this location with my family since we were at the mall. We visited on a Tuesday night and it was empty. Small shop, clean and lots of sauces for self serve. It is a more casual dining experience compared to the MM location, good for a quick meal at the mall. I ordered a regular tonkatsu with an egg. Sooo delicious, same quality as the other locations. I'd visit again!

The manga walls are a cool touch and having counter service for ramen is a nice option. I personally feel there is a lot of competition in the ramen dining space and it felt a bit uninspired. Nothing bad but it just didn't stand out! My main gripe is that the ramen does not come with the usual fixings. You either sacrifice chasu slices, egg, or other accoutrements (or pay ala carte) I got the 5 slices of chasu tonkotsu ramen - the meat WAS tasty and very umami but overall I felt like something was missing. In a perfect world a dish has to succeed as a whole and be more than a sum of its parts and I'm not sure Menya accomplished that!

I had the miso ramen, I liked the broth it wasn't too salty . The noodles weren't special. I was underwhelmed with the ramen. The kararage and edamame were the most memorable part of the meal I would not return.

I was interested to try the UTC location of Menya Ultra. You order at the counter and then they give you a number to take to whatever table you want. I went early during dinner so it was pretty empty and service was fast. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Despite being empty, the tables were still a bit dirty from the previous customers I assume. They're currently running a promo during the first half of this month where you can get extra noodles for free (usually extra $2). They also have a low sodium option which I feel like wasn't an option before so I thought I would try. The broth is still pretty strong in pork flavor by itself despite the low sodium, but I feel like when combined with the noodles, it was a bit too weak in flavor for me. The eggs and chashu are still regular salt levels though which is nice. Probably wouldn't get the low sodium again and just stick to the regular options.

Huge portions, but super super fatty and rich broth. It was good, but it was a lot heavier than I anticipated. It was nice they had a condiments bar with garlic and ginger-- cause man, the ramen really needed those condiments to balance that richness. I got the one that came with a meat cutlet too, and whoa, it honestly should've been a ramen bowl shared with a friend! The char sui was okay. Broth was pretty salty as well. Place was clean. You order at the front, pay and seat yourself. Staff was friendly. You also self-serve drinks/water too. Definitely come on an empty stomach.

With so many ramen places at UTC, Menya Ultra stands out with a casual ambiance. They have a selection for everyone (including vegan options) and their ramen broths are bold and rich in flavor (I got the TONKOTSU AJITAMA RAMEN). The wait usually isn't busy and their service is quick making a nice stop during your shopping session for a filling lunch or dinner.

With UTC's parking garage, this is a convenient option for ramen. Order at the counter, take your seat and be served within minutes. The ramen is pretty standard in my mind, the noodles a little more chewy than some places. I don't have the most discerning palate when it comes to ramen, but the broth was flavorful and there was plenty of veg and meat in the bowl, so I was content.

Update: I did enjoy the karaage chicken over rice and the fact that they had all these different sauces on the side that you could help yourself with basically there is a mix of self serve, and service that is really indicative of the sit down Ramen type of spot. This is trying to be. I updated my review because my kids did really enjoy their Ramen. It did taste salty for me and I would say the overall flavor of the broth was rich. That many would say they enjoyed that type, but for me a lighter broth would just be preferable. They give plenty of noodles and the service was attentive at 5pm today. I honestly returned because I had a gift card but I'm glad I did try it again because it is a four out of 5 Star place.

The line wasn't that long. Once, we put in the order (outside), we were in line to find a table. Once, sat down the food came pretty fast. The food was good, it was simple and was given a-lot of combination.

I was really looking forward to trying this Michelin-level ramen joint, but here's how things went down. For starters, this wasn't quite what I expected. The place was much smaller and more casual...and you had to order in line, which I found a bit hard to do since choosing the ramen can be complicated (especially if you're adding toppings). I just wished this was a normal ramen joint...with a wait staff. My husband ended up ordering this Miso Ramen with Paiko Chicken (add-on)...and I got this Black Sesame Tan Tan Ramen, with Eggs and Corn (add-ons). Well, my husband seemed to like the ramen...but not exactly enthralled. He didn't particularly like the dark-meat chicken, and didn't feel that it was any better than the non-Michelin-level ramen he last had. Surprisingly, I felt the same. I actually loved the Black Sesame broth, but the thing that peeved me off was their stinginess with the pork. My ramen had maybe 2-3 droppings of pork. For a 24-dollar ramen, it was sure skimpy on the meats. Overall, I was quite disappointed. I just expected a better ramen experience...and certainly some decent amount of meat in my ramen. Frankly, I felt a bit ripped off at the end of our meal. I'll probably try them at least one more time before giving up on them...and maybe try one of their other locations next time we visit San Diego?

I visited Menya Ultra earlier this week to try their vegan miso ramen. The person who took my order gave me a complimentary side of chili paste to add to my ramen to make it spicy, which I appreciated. She was very kind as well. Unfortunately, the wait was very long even though there were not too many other customers around. I did notice other people who ordered after us receive their food relatively quickly, so we were worried they had forgotten about our order. After checking in to remind them, we received our food around 10 minutes later, about 30 minutes after we had originally ordered. The ramen was good, not the best vegan miso I've had but still tasty. I appreciated the free sauces they have out and used a few. I wished the ramen had more of the miso flavor and perhaps some tofu or inari for protein instead of just vegetables. I will probably continue to go to other places when having ramen, but I'm glad I tried it.

This is a good ramen spot but not nearly as good as ramen nagi which is on the other side of the mall. There is never a really long line compared to their location in Claremont and the service is pretty fast. I got the spicy miso ramen with an egg - extra spicy. It was a good level of spice but they forgot my egg so I had to go back to the counter and ask for it again. The egg had a good runny yolk but was not as marinated as I prefer. They also put way too many bean sprouts and mushrooms as toppings, it kind of felt like i was eating a huge mouthful of both in every bite! Of course I'm sure you can ask for less or none but I didn't know it was going to be so much when I ordered it. The broth was good though, very rice and creamy! And the noodles were well cooked. My only complaint was that I had asked for no fish oil but I still tasted it when I was eating so I think they forgot to not put it in.

First time here at this location since we weren't satisfied with the one in Convoy. Not sure which dishes earned its Michelin Star because Tonkotsu Ramen or Karage Don sure didn't gave me the 5 star flavor/ Wow factor. I've been to numerous Ramen restaurants and Menya Ramen is just average. Broth was okay. Tonkotsu Ramen ($17.95) didn't have enough decent chasu pork (only 1 slice) so order Tonkotsu Chasu Ramen which is $3.00 more if you expect 3 slices at least. I prefer the karage on the crispy side. My wife had to ask me multiple times if the chicken was done because we're not use the way it's cooked. Gave another shot at Menya Ultra and probably our last one. Service was great but we were expecting more!

Craving noodles while out shopping and alas UTC has a variety of noodle options. It was busy on a Sunday, but the line was moving. Enjoyed my noodles as I was hungry, but I felt the broth was a little lacking. Probably wouldn't come here again.

Great Ramen! Fast service! 10/10 experience! They make their noodles from scratch, and you can definitely taste the difference!! The place isn't too big so I wouldn't recommend going with a large party, but I highly recommend giving it a try.

Been to all 3 locations, they all hit at 100% This location is larger. The ramen is exceptional and very authentic, they offer braised Chashu ends to add in which are a must. Service is swift, and I believe all locations have Sapporo on draft and a selection of beer and sake. Definitely my #1 spot overall for SD county.

I guess this was a highly rated ramen shop so we decided to try it! Perhaps we didn't get the right things, but also I'm not a fan of dandan style ramen. I thought the broth and noodles were okay. My husband enjoyed his bowl tantamen with pork katsu? I learned later on, we should have probably gotten the chicken karaage and this black sesame tantanmen. Ah well! Next time! The service and restaurant itself was very clean and friendly. No wait on a friday afternoon.

MICHELAN STAR RESTAURANT! Menya Ultra has been on my list to try, and I'm a huge ramen person. This location is conveniently located at UTC La Jolla, right by the parking lot, next to other restaurants such as Board & Brew and Somi Somi. The service lost a star from me, no one greeted my group and I as we walked in and had to order right on the spot. They weren't super helpful if you ask questions, it's more like you need to read the menu yourself. There are no servers or waiters, you order your food at the register, pay, then find a seat. Luckily my group and I got there at around 5:25, 25 minutes after they opened. They provide water cups and do indeed bring the food to you. People also left their bowls and everything at the table, pretty inconvenient because there aren't many chairs and tables in the place, so those workers need to clean immediately. The ambiance was however bright and welcoming. It felt like I was in Japan again with all the small details they created. The environment was beautiful, and the food it was delicious. It is not worth Michelan Star, it tastes quite like allot of other ramen places i've had. I decided to get the Tonkotsu Ramen for a whopping $15. Pretty solid place.

I was so excited to try this place as a ramen lover and was a little disappointed by the quality of the ramen and service. Despite it being a Michelin Star restaurant, I felt like it was nothing particularly special. The pork was very fatty and the toppings were not my favorite. However, the broth was very good, hot, and flavorful. The service was decent. You order at the front and find a place to sit. We got there 20 minutes after 5pm (opening) and to our surprise was already busy. Overall, the service could have been better and the ramen was pretty comparable to other ramen restaurants. One bowl was $17, making it more on the pricey side for ramen, so I would rate the value for the your money as low.

Prior to coming here I didn't know that Menya Ultra had Michelin recognition. But it definitely lives up to it! I got the tonkotsu ramen and it was mouth watering. The noodles were very smooth and the broth was rich in flavor. My friends and I really enjoyed it. The service was good too, you order up front and then they bring your ramen to the table you're sitting at. Additionally, the food comes out relatively fast. The ambiance is nice, well decorated and interesting wall art. The only issue is if you try and come during the regular eating hours, finding a table is a PAIN. You should definitely come and try this place out. They are Michelin recognition for a reason, if you want to avoid traffic then come earlier in the morning or non busy eating hours!

I must admit this place is so convenient meeting up with folks of like mind. Are you in the mood some ramen? Well it's lunch time so you guessed it I am! My go to order is the Tonkotsu Ramen with pork, chashu, egg green onion, wood ear mushroom and of course the sesame seeds. The broth is simple with pork broth, soy sauce and fish flavored oil. It all works out, just be careful as it's hot. My friend and I shared an order of Nagoya Fried Chicken. This left us pretty stuffed that we had to walk around a bit after the meal. I will have to save some space to try the dessert next time. Staff is very helpful and friendly. Depending on the time of the day it can be crowded but rest assured you will find a place to sit.

Went for lunch on a Friday and were able to immediately order and sit. Service was friendly and quick on taking our order and getting our food. I got the regular Tonkotsu ramen (#1) which came with a piece of chashu, green onions, and wood ear mushrooms. I thought that the noodles were nicely cooked and the broth had a nice pork flavor. The chashu was very thin and tender. The flavor basically was the same as the broth and so it was good. We also got the Miso ramen (#5) which is a lighter flavored style but we both also enjoyed that one as well. I really enjoyed the Nagoya Style Fried Chicken! The flavor was amazing on these and they were extremely juicy and tender. Very black pepper-forward but I think these are definitely a must-get. Overall Menya Ultra is a solid bowl of ramen. We are lucky to have an abundance of great ramen spots in California and so I think for a first-timer, this is a great introductory bowl of clean tonkotsu flavors. But personally there's not that special depth of flavor or "wow" factor that only few ramen places can truly capture.

This is some of the best ramen I've had since I left Tokyo. I had the black sesame ramen ( with spicy pasted added for $1), and my daughter had the tonkatsu chasu ramen. They were both delicious, the ramen was fresh, and the portions were standard large bowls full of deliciousness. They have a combo option for lunch so we opted for that, it comes with the ramen, 2 pieces of karaage, and a fountain drink. We placed our orders at the counter got our number and sat down. The service was super fast, and very friendly. Our chicken and soups were out in just a few minutes. The walls are decorated with some fun manga style artwork. I actually got a little swept up into reading all the fun quotes all over the walls. It was very entertaining. I loved my entire experience. It was VERY, VERY authentic. I will be back for lunch again soon, and often. Oishikatadesu yo!

I've been here many times to different locations. Always consistent and delicious. I purchased gift cards at the local warehouse store (Costco) which allowed me try lots of different dishes.

Fast service for good ramen. The broth is delicious and they give you lots of mushroom, pork, and onion. It's a busy place, but I got my food in a few minutes.

Menya Ultra's UTC location is a good spot to get ramen, however, in my opinion, there is nothing that stands out too much to me about the food here. I ordered the Tonkatsu Ajitama Ramen ($19.50) and I thought it had a good flavor, but it was lacking that "something" that differentiates Menya Ultra ramens' from other ramen shops. The portion size was good, however I had better ramen for a lower price. The service here was nice and friendly, but the layout of the establishment was more of a fast food experience. You order at the counter and they will call your number when your food is ready. You then take your food to your table, so interaction with workers are limited. The seating area was nice, resembling a fast food ramen spot. Overall, Manya Ultra is a nice spot to go to if you're looking for ramen as a mall food.

Two orders of Spicy Miso level 1, edamame, plus another ramen arrived by grubhub. One order of chicken karaage not received. Level 1 was plenty enough spicy for me so I'm pretty sure probably level 2 and 3 would feel the burn the next day. Texture of noodles were different and good almost like bo bun hue noodles. The edamame was also cooked perfectly.

Wow, deli.cious!! Tender meat, flavorful both, fast service. Highly recommended. Nice thing is we can easily find parking at UTC mall.

Their service was really fast! It was a also a nice place to eat. It was a bit chilly tho but the food kept me warm :). The staff was also very helpful with ordering! The presentation was also very good. It made the food more appetizing. And of course the food was very delicious. I highly recommend the Karaage Don cause it filled me up but it was also very inexpensive. Overall this place is really good and I would definitely go again!

I am not a die hard authentic ramen fan. I usually just go to Tajima and Underbelly. White people ramen. Menya Ultra destroys all competition. The broth is SMOOOVVEEE. The topings are plentiful and flavorful. Pasta was slightly overcooked but we took it to go and have a 15 minute drive home. Customer service was solid. Nice guided advice. Line took maybe 10 minutes + 15 minutes waiting for food. Very worth it.

Food is okay. I got the Tonkotsu Ramen, it was okay I don't think it was like superrrr good. The ramen was chewy but not too hard, the broth is pretty rich so that was good. The service was a bit slow but it was busy so that is understandable as well. There is outdoor and indoor seating which is nice. Also all ramen is $2 off on Monday - Friday which was nice.

I had heard great things about this ramen place, and figured that the stars aligned since there was a new location in UTC, and I.. happened to be in UTC. Can I just say, the ambience is immaculate - with manga panels dotting the walls and Japanese music faint in the background, it's such a cozy little spot to get a bite to eat amidst the crazed shoppers. To start, you order at the register and pick your own seats - the food is brought out to you. I ended up getting the Tonkatsu Ajitama (pictured). I would agree with some of the other reviews that the broth is just not rich and full of flavor like its counterparts. I had to add some chili oil for some more kick. The bowl felt like more noodles than anything else, and I was left wanting more. It felt like a quick ramen fix, rather than the full sit down experience. I would probably try something else if I came back!

Skip the lines!Perfect for queue-haters--head straight to their UTC branch. This place packs serious credentials: Michelin-recommended and reigning ramen champ！ Flavor Bombs: Broth:Chicken + dried fish simmered 18hrs = umami explosion! Noodles:Custom thick-cut, springy texture that clings to every drop of broth! Egg:Marinated soft-boiled--ooze that molten gold yolk Chashu:Low-temperature pork belly... gushes juices when bitten! Pro Moves: Add yuzu pepper (citrus-spicy kick!) Heap on free-refill mountain of chives

Their ramen is soo good, it's full of flavor and their service is great! The place is clean and fun! I would totally come back!

Our first time trying Menya Ultra as we eat our way through San Diego. While their lunch special is a fantastic deal and the service was wonderful - the ramen itself was more on the average side. Nothing too complex in the broth, just a plain tonkatsu broth with thin noodles that could have been a bit more al dente. Meat was okay but really quite plain. Overall we're a bit disappointed given all the other reviews for a highly rated ramen shop. Not a bad place to stop in for a quick ramen but definitely not a stand out place.

Super good and fast eat! It's slightly not as good broth as the location in convoy imo but it's very close and this one doesn't have a huge wait time to get! The inside felt like you are actually in Japan and it's a good bite to get if you're in the area! Overall 4/5

Very hectic trying to get a table inside. It's first come first serve and servers don't help you. When we finally managed to snag a table we ordered ramen and chicken katsu. Ramen broth was good and noodles had a good texture. Hit the spot. It is on the slightly salty side. Kids like the crispy chicken. Once we ordered the food was served quickly.

[ Food ] I ordered #2 Tonkotsu Ajitama and it was good. It was probably not worth it though, there was only one slice of chashu and a small portion of noodles. [ Service ] Customer service was good, the girl who took our order was nice.

The Menya staff is always so hospitable and friendly. They are ranked in our Top three for outstanding service in San Diego! We love being your customers. The Chashu Ramen was perfect for today's cold weather. We'll be back again and again.

Menya Ultra now has a location inside the UTC mall! The new location is located in the newer section of the UTC near the Towne Centre Dr entrance. The menu is very simple that you select the ramen option you want and any other add-ons. Order at the counter and they bring the food to you. When we visited on a Saturday night, the line wasn't long. We were able to find a table to sit right the way. Overall, the quality of the ramen is what you expected in other locations. The noodles were well cooked and the broth's flavors are strong. My black tan tan has strong black sesame flavor. Great to see they have a store in UTC.

The appeal of Michelin star... it can make you to detour from your straight home drive just to try it because the restaurant chain has received one. It is located in the posh San Diego UTC mall and the restaurant has an interesting fusion ambiance of traditional Japanese ramen store with modern manga wall drawing. The menu was easy to understand and the ordering process was automated and painless. I ordered Tonkotsu Ramen. The broth was rich without being oily. The noodle is slightly on the soft side but still firm. The egg was perfectly boiled with still runny yolk. The chashu was tender without too much fatty part. Definitely it was worthy the detour ... well deserved Michelin star.

I've moved their clairmont location since it first opened. I've declared it as my favorite ramen in america! The wait can be gruesome at times so after finding out that this was an order at the counter, find your own table type of service, I wanted to see if it were just as good with less of the wait time. It was really good! I would say it is 98% almost just as good as the original location. Just missing that extra chew when I chew on my broth.. some of you might know what I mean.. other than that.. it's so fatty and milky and creamy.. the noodles are perfectly cooked and the broth clings to it.. the chasu is just so thinly sliced yet tender and fatty.. the crunchy wood ear mushrooms... so good.. I would go again! Pros: -indoor and outdoor self seating -self serve plastic cups, lids, straws for ice water -self serve chili sauces, oil, powder packets and utensils -self serve takeout containers and bags -order at the kiosk -toast rewards system -free mall parking the first 2 hours -located in a nice and bougie mall -clean restroom -no wait Cons: -none :)

Came in on a random chilly night. It was before dinner and my first time here. I've heard raved reviews about "Menya Ultra" being the best and top ramen places. I came in to try! The menu was simple.. you order first and then have your seat. I chose the tonkatsu ramen with Chashu and a 5 pc Chicken Karaage. Both were good, but I was a bit let down about all of the hype. It wouldn't be something I'd stand in line for, since there are a lot of delicious ramen joints around. I actually preferred the broth here at my local ramen place in Chula Vista. The chicken was good, and they used be pieces. Overall, my ramen bowl and chicken and tap water came out to $30! I thought it was definitely overpriced... the chicken was about $10 and ramen was $20.. I've gotten more food elsewhere and for cheaper. Otherwise, it's okay, wouldn't be my first choice.

I've been to Menya's other locations. But this was my first time to this location. As always this ramen restaurant never disappoints. The ramen was amazing. Next time I'll have more self control and take a picture of my food before I just devour it! I'll be back to this location.

We were walking around looking for a place to get dinner. It was around 8pm and restaurants would be closing in a few hours. We came across Menya Ultra. There is a large selection of ramen dishes to choose from. Walked up, ordered and found a table. Immediately you notice the manga on the walls. After a short wait, our order was brought to our table. I am not a ramen expert, but I thought the ramen was delicious. The temperature of mine was warm but my daughter's order was hot for here so she had to wait for it to cool. Would definitely consider coming back.

Ramen (3/5) is extremely overpriced for the taste and quality you get. The dish is decent at best. Small karage don (4/5) at $8-$9 a bowl is worth the portion size and delicious karage. My only gripe is that the rice didn't feel fresh and had a slightly rubbery texture.

Delicious broth with everything cooked to perfection. So glad they're newly located at UTC because it's fun to walk around if you're waiting for your table. The wait wasn't long on a weekday night. Yum!

This is where Sears used to be in the UTC mall. Came here for an early dinner with my mom on a Friday afternoon. UTC has a 2 hours free parking. Walked in and at the entrance, they have a touch screen where you can place your order. It was dirty considering the place wasnt busy yet. You pay there as well and you just add a table number to your order. They have table number signs by the touch screen. My mom ordered the miso spicy 1 and i ordered the tonkatsu. Server brings the order to your table. They were pretty fast. The tonkatsu was delicious. Broth was very tasty. I tasted my mom's miso spicy 1 and it was pretty delicious as well. I just cant handle too much spice. Overall, it was pretty delicious. I will definitely come here again.