A-22 Uemachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Japan
¥ ・ Ramen
Bib Gourmand: good quality, good value cooking
The first thing you notice at Uemachi are the constant queues outside the door. The shop took the name of the neighbourhood as it aims to be a place beloved by locals. Its signature ramen dishes are ‘Shoyu’ (soy sauce) and ‘Shio’ (salt). The broth derives its richness from its meat base; the flavour of dried fermented fish and crunchy sardines add depth. Insisting on noodles with a satisfying finish, the shop kneads its own. The fare is somehow nostalgic, in both taste and presentation.