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    Lobanton

    4.4 (16 reviews)
    ModerateAsian Fusion, Ramen
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm

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    Casual
    Intimate
    Quiet
    Dogs allowed

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    Sweet milk pastry
    Kent S.

    Rating: 4.3 Came to try this newer place in providence. It's a small shop in providence Arcade that offers mainly spam rice sandwiches with sides like asian pastry and dumplings. It's hard to find the place if you are not looking for it but it's right next to main entrance of Rogue kitchen. Parking is street parking only and may be difficult to find depending on times. When we came the staff greeted us and let us try their asian pastry which seems like it's only available on Sunday and Monday. They were kind enough to even warm it up and it was a nice gesture. I ended up ordering the shrimply the best rice sandwich, Thai style fried dumpling with spicy mayo and sweet milk pastry. The rice sandwich was pretty good I enjoyed the shrimp tempura the most, fried dumpling was steaming hot and paired very well with spicy mayo. Crunchy on outside and flavorful on the inside with hint of Thai spice. The bread was soft and sweet. Reminded me of typical asian pastry. Service was good and staffs were very nice. Overall the place was pretty good. It's nothing too fancy but tasty. Only thing is that I can probably make some of their stuff at home or get it somewhere else cheaper and its not necessarily unique other than the little twist with the rice sandwich which basically is spam musubi in sandwich form. Although I did like their dumplings and flavors were on point. It was a bit messy though. Anyhow if I come back I would get their dumpling and get the shrimp tempura rice sandwich.

    Vijay S.

    I'm glad this place opened in the Arcade Mall! I tried "Shrimply the Best" and the Thai Basil Dumplings. The Shrimply the Best was delicious, filling and satisfying. The dumplings were quite good too, though I'm not sure why the fried ones are more expensive. Overall, it was a good experience--just wish they had more options!

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    Dan S.

    I love everything about this place. Judy, the owner, is delightful! The dumplings are delicious and taste authenticity Taiwanese. They have other Asian Fusion dishes as well. Great stop on a rainy day. The restaurant is clean and cheery.

    Sweet milk bread (Sunday and Monday available only)
    Jamie A.

    Hit the spot and super good~ this felt like an Onigiri with filling, and I loved it. They came out warm, and well packaged so perfect to-go option. The server was so kind and right away offered us some bread that is only available Sunday and Monday. Definitely worth it because it was warm, sweet, and super soft~ we tried samples of both flavors, so of course I bought one to go~ The Holy Smokes had egg, spam, lettuce, and spicy mayo sauce ~ wasn't as spicy as I was hopping. Rate it around 3/10 in my sauce spice meter~ The dumplings were good too, but not spicy at all either. Fried was a good option and the portion was large enough to share~ very oily and freshly made. This place was so cute, located in one of Providences older buildings, and warm inside ~ parking is a hassle, but there are parking lots with fees nearby~ we parked far, and very inconvenient unless this is part of your stop around Providence. I would come back, but only if there's an event nearby because of the parking~ absolutely delicious.

    Holy Smokes Rice Sandwich, Thai Basil Dumplings
    Jariah G.

    Very excited to have access to more asian street food faves! I've been so excited for them to open after their first pop-up. Service was excellent! High energy and eager to help. The food was fantastic. The rice sandwich was hearty. A little more rice than filling but still delish. The dumplings are a game changer. Large portion for the price and the thai basil chicken filling is perfect with that spicy dipping sauce. I'll definitely be back (often!)

    Lemon garlic herb fries and shrimply the best
    Brittney T.

    Tried some of the dumplings they were giving out as samples and it was legitimately the best dumpling I've ever had. Super crispy, CRAZY flavorful, and not to mention the staff are some of the most down to earth people. Immediately went back the next day to order the shrimp sandwich and lemon garlic herb fries and when I tell you every thing was absolutely perfect I mean it. Sandwiches are probably a little bigger than you expect

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    Love this place! Such good food, and Judy the owner is so lovely to chat with. Would definitely recommend!

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    The rice sandwiches are really excellent, and probably the cheapest lunch option in the area. Service is also great!

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    4.4
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    Food: I tried the Carpenter St. Ramen and appreciated the generous portion size. My egg was a bit…read moreundercooked for my liking, and I found the broth a little mild in flavor. My friend originally wanted the Green Curry Ramen, but it was out of stock, so they tried the Spicy Sesame Ramen instead. It was decent, though not particularly memorable. We also shared the cabbage salad, which was crisp and tangy--a definite highlight. If you're looking for ramen that's very traditional or bold in flavor, this might not fully hit the mark, but there are some tasty options to try. Service: Our waitress was friendly and polite, though we noticed she didn't check in as often as we might have hoped. We did have to go to the bar at one point to request the bill, but overall, she was pleasant. Ambiance: The restaurant is cozy and intimate. There's a sign and curtain near the entrance that says "wait to be seated," which was a little confusing at first, but a regular customer kindly guided us around it. Inside, the seating is a mix of a long bar and smaller two-tops along the walls, so it works best for smaller groups rather than large parties.

    Cool spot for some yummy modern ramen! Went here a few days ago with a friend. I got a bowl, I…read moreunfortunately did not write down the name but I am almost certain it had the word Brick in it. The broth was yummy and I enjoyed the three types of meat that topped the noodles. One note, my friend and I did pay extra for an egg, I believe almost two dollars. I just wish the egg had been marinated for a longer period, in terms of it being a ramen egg, it fell short. Overall, a good place for some cool bites and friendly staff too!

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    4.0
    (201 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Wow! Our server was so friendly and helpful - he gave me a thorough rundown of everything on the…read moremenu that was vegetarian. We were sadly in a rush and had to be out by a certain time to catch a show, and our server understood the assignment and got us out on the tight schedule we needed. I'm just sad I had to slurp down my soup so quickly as it was absolutely DELICIOUS! I ordered the Snow Mountain Ramen - the creamy tofu broth is unlike anything I've had and was so so unique and delicious. I thought about it for at least a week straight after eating it and am still dying to go back to get more. I also got the Iced Rose Matcha drink - $10 felt too pricy for this but I wanted a fun drink and a little caffeine kick - and again the flavors were unique and tasty. Both my friend and I happened to see someone we knew here - it's definitely a popular spot! It was packed on a Saturday night but it was still pretty quick for us to get a table for 2. Being a downtown city restaurant, the tables feel a bit cramped and I was a little too close to the table next to me for comfort - claustrophobics beware (honestly the soup is worth it though!!) Parking is pretty easy in the lot, although Holy crap they need to fix the potholes / harsh drop-off where it meets the street, and it still was not fully plowed many weeks after the big snowstorm (it's a shared lot so not a Y Noodle specific issue, but just saying). The only thing that was unpleasant were the bathrooms - I get it was a busy weekend night, but they reeked of a litter box the second you stepped in, the floor was dirty and very wet with unknown substances, and the Dyson hand dryer is at such a weird, too high level on the wall that it sprayed water in my face. Everything else was a dream, can't wait to go back! Hopefully the bathrooms were just a fluke.

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    One of the best places! Every single thing on the menu is delicious. They have a great lunch…read morespecial as well. The service is great every time we go. Love the drawings guests leave that are pinned to a wall. Also love that it's not so huge and overwhelming. It's a perfect size for intimate dinner with friends and/or family.

    After an incredibly hot visit to the Roger Williams Park Zoo, I was craving something salty and…read moresatisfying on a spiritual level. With that in mind, there's nothing else I could imagine other than a hot bowl of ramen. Located about 1.7 miles or a 7min drive away, I was excited. Upon pulling up to the front of the building, you can drive slightly further down SE and park in the small lot with several spots. I actually don't remember anything about the interior to comment much. I was laser focused on getting food in my tummy. We ordered; Tan Tan Men ; a bowl of ramen with spicy pork miso broth. this absolutely hit the spot. it was deliciously salty and full of umami, and the toppings were just right, and I inhaled it in minutes Fried Calamari ; another excellent dish. the calamari was nice and crispy and the meat was tender. couldn't have been done any better. the mango chili puree sauce was also very good and something I haven't had before Tako Yaki ; I'm not sure if I need to say anything about this. it's about as yummy and expected of a properly-done tako yaki as you would expect Karaage ; this one was actually pretty upsetting with how bad it was. the chicken seemed like it was very overcooked - the skin was hard and crunchy instead of crispy, the meat was not juicy, and honestly the portions of these chicken bites were pitiful. I even sent a snap to a friend and she felt bad for me. the flavor was also immensely salty. it came with spicy mayo (which was actually spicy! that never happens!) and a tonkatsu sauce, but honestly I was desperately in need of something sweet like ketchup or honey. Wife and I ate a total of 3 pieces. Our waiter was very apologetic and asked multiple times if we wanted it re-done or if we wanted something else, but we were already pretty content by the time we could air our complaints. To my satisfaction, he removed the karaage from the bill. Despite the miss, the customer service and the quality of the other foods makes it easy for me to still give the place full stars.

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    4.6
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    We recently visited Sakuratani in Bristol for the first time and came away very impressed. This…read morefamily-run restaurant has only been open about a year, but it already feels like an established part of the local dining scene. A nice space. We began with spring rolls (VERY good - chicken and shrimp) and sake, and the sake program deserves special mention. We selected a very enjoyable $38 bottle and noticed several other bottles at lower price points, along with a wide selection of canned sake--many around $11. Some diners may balk at paying that much for a can, but they will happily pay more for a mediocre glass of wine at half the volume. The value here is actually quite good, especially for those looking to explore sake beyond the ordinary. Our entrées--the ramen and chicken katsu--were excellent. The ramen featured a rich, deeply satisfying broth, while the chicken katsu was perfectly crisp on the outside and tender within. If you want a "hotter " ramen - the have an add on for a buck. Service was warm and attentive, reflecting the pride that often comes with a family-owned business. The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, allowing the quality of the food to take center stage. Bristol is fortunate to have Sakuratani. Strong Japanese dining options can be hard to find outside larger cities, and for a restaurant only a year old, they seem to be doing many things right. We look forward to returning and exploring more of their menu--and their sake offerings. Highly recommended.

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    4.2
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    Late night nearly 10pm order. College town late-night dining, amirite?…read more For my build-your-own-bowl, I got: Stirfry, the lowest level is mild spicy Ramen Potato noodles Hot pot thick noodles Seaweed (the kind with noodle-like length and thinness) White fungus Crysanthemum greens Purple cabbage Added shrimp for $2.99 Cilantro and scallions added Complimentary fried rice One bite, and it was spicy! It definitely hit the spot for my spicy noodles craving. It's also super close to the bus station, making it super easy to navigate from here, even on late nights.

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