Okay, okay. I know that I've been absent in this blog for a LONG time. Sorry, no need to patronize.
I miss this blog. I really do.
Enough with the sentimentalism. Let's get to the real reason why we're all here: FOOD!
Recently IPPUDO, a ramen chain restaurant from Japan opened its first Jakarta outlet at the Pacific Place Mall. To say that I'm thrilled is an understatement - I've been a fan of the restaurant ever since I've tasted its ramen in Singapore a couple years back. I expected the food here in Jakarta to taste exactly like those in Singapore.
Getting my hands on the menu, my eyes wander at unprecedented menu items! It turns out that IPPUDO in Jakarta serves other items besides ramen and rice bowls! See for yourself.
Seared Salmon Roll with Mentaiko, Rp. 78k
Holy Moly this one was a fiesta in the mouth! Each bite was packed with beautiful proportions of rice, baked salmon, mayo and roe (obviously by "beautiful proportions" I mean more fish than rice). No more words are needed; the sushi was pure perfection.
Sweet Corn Tempura, Rp. 25k
At first, when my dad told the waitress that he would like to order this, I cringed. However, as I took a bite on one of these luscious balls, I took back my gesture. The corn was indeed sweet (naturally, not artificially) and the batter (although I doubt it to be a tempura batter) was super crunchy and tasty. All in all, this was decent.
Buta Karaage, Rp. 48k
This one isn't bad. The pork loin tenders were nicely seasoned and lightly battered in crispiness. Dipping sauce was awesome.
Saikoro Steak, Rp. 85k
The steak, cut in cubes, was very tender and moist. However, much of the seasoning did not get absorbed to the meat, merely sticking on its surface. The veggies were also very nice - the right level of crunch and flavor.
Interesting pick on foods served in a ramen place, right?
Now, after feasting our eyes on mouth-watering food pictures, it's time to finally check out the real diva of the meal, RAMEN!
Shiromaru Motoaji, Rp. 68k
The tonkotsu soup was very light and tasty. Noodles were cooked al dente. Pork loin slices were concoctions of tenderness, flavor, and fragrance. This bowl of heaven is not one to miss.
So guys, if you had had any doubts about IPPUDO, get rid of them immediately. Of course, there are other ramen places that serve their food at a much lower price, but the extra that you have to pay at IPPUDO will definitely be worth it. Give it a shot, and feast your appetites here.
IPPUDO
Pacific Place (5th floor)
Jl. Sudirman, SCBD
Jakarta Selatan
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