Mensho

Cuisine

ramen, japanese

Michelin

selected

Price

$

Website

https://menshogroup.com/

Description

This little ramen shop from the chef behind the highly popular Tokyo outposts isn't new, but even after years of operation, lines still form before the doors open to snag one of the 28 communal seats in the small, no-frills room. Snack on a few starters like garlic edamame or enoki chips before tucking into a steaming and satisfying bowl of ramen. The tori paitan is one undeniably spectacular bowl, packed with springy, chewy noodles and outstanding duck chashu in a luxuriously creamy and umami-rich broth. Just know you’ll be asked to slurp it down quickly: you're allotted one hour and the hung

Review score

4.3

Review count

80

Review summary

Mensho, a San Francisco ramen spot, holds a 4.3/5 rating on TripAdvisor. Positive reviews highlight rich broths, generous portions, and high-quality ingredients, with some citing Michelin recognition. Conversely, critics note inconsistent food quality, describing some broths as overly salty or garlic-heavy, and raising concerns about hygiene and noise levels. Service is mixed; while mobile ordering is efficient, customers report frustration with automatic service charges and high drink prices. Long wait times, often exceeding 30 minutes, are common. Although many find the experience worthwhile, others deem it overrated and expensive relative to the dining environment and service transparency.

Best for

Suitable for diners willing to endure long waits and noisy environments for popular ramen.

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