We try this ramen at San Francisco and it was our favorite spot! So happy they open at Oahu!! Definitely the best ramen! read more

Mensho - G.K.O - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

I saw this place on Insta a while ago and thought I needed to try it one day once the hype died down. Luckily, I went on a Saturday around 4pm and there was no line! With the new hours and it being open for lunch now, it made it really easy to get a spot. I will say, after eating here, I definitely want to come back. Funny thing is, I told my sister about it afterward and it turns out it's the same chain as our favorite ramen spot in Osaka (at the airport)! You can really tell the broth and ingredients are good quality. The overall vibe was really nice inside too. I'm already planning to make the drive out again next month lol. Definitely recommend the ramen! As for the takoyaki, it was okay for me. But the ramen? ‍ So good. read more

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mensho, a ramen spot in kapolei, on the michelin guide! i honestly really enjoyed their food. we arrived at 11:20am to line up before they opened at 12p 'cause the line can get really long (we also came as a party of 7). the restaurant is beautiful inside. most of their ramens feature a creamy chicken broth that is both rich, but not too heavy where it'll make your stomach hurt (lowkey sorcery). their "fresh mochi noodles" are thick and springy, which is my preferred texture for ramen, although others may prefer the traditional thin noodles you get in japan. we got the classic ramen ($20) and the v.g.k.o. ($22). i think it stands for "vegan garlic knock out"--it was superrr garlicky with a shiitake/porcini based broth. i think we'll go for the normal g.k.o. next time cause we prefer a richer soup. chashu was 10/10 and both of our bowls came with boiled baby spinach. it's pretty costly for ramen without an egg but i think you're likely paying for unique/quality ingredients and the michelin name. adding an egg will run you an extra $3. hawaii has many great ramen spots, but mensho has become one of my favorites along with wagaya if not for affordability. give this spot a try if you're feeling boujee one day and you won't be disappointed!! i definitely want to come back to try their duck matcha ramen (featured on the dinner menu only). read more

Mensho - classic ramen (front) v.g.k.o (back) - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

Got here around 4p on a Friday and headed inside to place our name on the waiting list. It's electronic and relatively easy to manage, though it seemed like a few were struggling to type on the keyboard display (holding up the line). Waited around directly outside for our name to be called around 20 min later. When entering, it's a dark, moody tone which I personally love. We got seated at a countertop, side by side, near the blow torch station. The seats are rather tight and the countertop space is small. We were worried if there was going to be enough room for the amount of dishes we were about to order. And for the first 5 minutes of sitting there, I could not stop coughing, the fumes from the blow torch were killing me. Though when I looked around, there were no other seats to move to, thus I sucked it up and pushed through. I would suggest moving this station to a different area not client facing, or have better ventilation. As for our server, she started off nice and sweet. After the first 5 minutes of sitting, she came to take our order, we weren't quite ready yet, nor did she bring waters to the table. She then came back shortly with waters and asked for our order again, which it was only a minute or two after that first ask. There was quite a bit to comb through on the menu and when we had asked for recommendations to help speed up this ordering process, she became very short with her answers and looked visibly annoyed. When she came back with some of the dishes that we ordered, she roughly asked if we could move the waters and utensils further to the side, encroaching on my neighbors' social bubble. As for the food, it was alright. I enjoyed the fact that the ramen broth was not oily, salty, nor heavy. It didn't make me feel bloated after. Though the noodle portion size was small for the price and we were still hungry...which prompted us to order a bunch of side dishes, hence a lot of food for the amount of space we had on the table. The enoki chips were probably my least favorite as it had no flavor. The lemon and shichimi on the side did nothing for me. The takoyaki was also not my favorite, mushy and flavorless with very little pieces of tako inside. The maguro carpaccio was most interesting with the matcha yuzu vinegar sauce. I wouldn't say this was entirely a waste of time, although I don't know if I would drive all the way to Kapolei to eat here again. read more

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Mensho is a highly rated ramen restaurant recommended in the Michelin Guide; located within the Ka Makana Ali'i complex in Kapolei. I have been interested in going for some time, but just couldn't justify the commute to the westside until my partner visited the islands recently. We both decided to go on a quest to try their signature ramen and to see for ourselves if this place was worth the raving reviews. I had their signature ramen with two A5 wagyu slices, duck & braised pork belly char siu, ajitama egg, and OG truffle sauce. The broth was rich, thick, creamy, and savory, while still being different from the tonkotsu ramen style broth that is also popular in the States. I thought that the quality of the ramen was definitely elevated from other ramen options in Hawaii, with an almost $30 price tag to boot. The ultimate question was: "was it worth it?" and I'd like to say yes, I thought the ramen was pretty good. Would be down to try their other ramen options in the future as well. read more

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Finally got to try Mensho today for lunch! There was a line forming at about 11:40am for the 12:00 opening. As she opened the door, she thanked us and let us know that hey are short staffed and only have one server. We were about the 5th party in line and was able to get a table for the 2 of us. The menu and waters were already on our table as we sat down. The first thing I noticed was the LOUD music. I mean I know I'm considered old now but dang. It reminded me of back in the day as in club music. It was loud to me. Haha I wanted to possibly try the clam butter ramen, but it wasn't on the menu. I overheard that they have a separate dinner menu. I went with the abura soba and my friend got the classic. Our noodles came out pretty quick. My noodles were just ok to me. It definitely is something different. My friend said her ramen was very rich. Service was alright, the food was ok. Glad I didn't wait 2 hours for it. Don't think I'll be back. read more

Mensho - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

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Hardly ever make it out to Kamakana Ali'i, so we were so excited to try out Mensho while the Kendama event was going on. We arrived right before they opened and got in line at the perfect time. We were sat quickly and felt instantly welcomed. Our server was attentive and super personable, such a great experience! Had to try the corn wings and chicken karaage. We went with the non spicy karaage option and loved it so definitely have to try the spicy option next. Corn was super yummy and had a lot of taste unlike the previous reviews I read. We really enjoyed both apps. I got the classic with an egg added, hubby got the signature. The broth is absolutely beyond, so rich and flavorful! I'm definitely going to be craving this one for awhile. Wish they had another location in town, but for now, we will make the drive! read more

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My wife and I have been wanting to eat at Mensho for a while but have always faced a long wait time and decided to just come back at a later date. After having lunch this past Saturday, we realized waiting was a mistake. I love ramen and have enjoyed running around Japan just to check out another Ramen restaurant. Mensho advertises itself as being Michelin recognized due to its "Farm to Bowl" concept. Its signage is not typical with terms such as Glutamic acid supporting its comments that Ramen isn't just comfort food, it's chemistry. Well, regardless of its fresh ingredients, and whether or not the science preserves the soul of authentic Japanese Ramen, the proof is in the experience. We went for what was to be a late lunch. Arrived after 1 and still had to wait 45 minutes for a seat. The room was a bit warm but there was a lot of people waiting for their taste. But oh the smells, and the faces of the people as they were eating. Most that I saw having their first bite told me that I would enjoy the first bite. Suffice to say, I was salivating like the Pavlovian dog by the time it was our turn. We ordered the Enoki chips and the Calamari to start. Two of us got the Signature Ramen and another the Aburi Soba. The Calamari was the first to arrive and it looked good! It had a bit more chew than I was expecting but it was paired with an excellent Aioli. The tastebuds were tantalized. Not much later our food arrived and it spoke to the eyes as much as my belly. I dove into the creamy broth and the eyes didn't lie. It was creamy and filled with such depth. The ramen itself had a savory mouthfeel and bounce to its bite. I enjoyed slurping away. The Wagyu was good, but the Chashu was the highlight to me. The Enoki chips arrived around the same time and its potato string texture made a great texture difference from the ramen I tasted my wife's Aburi Soba and enjoyed it so much that I already plan to get it next time we come. Pair that with excellent service. We were greeted and checked on multiple times. The servers and staff were very helpful. I noticed that a party next to us got the wrong order and noted that they apologized about the mistake and they comp'd a dessert for them to correct the issue. Cries of Irrashaimase and Arigato Gozaimasuta echoed around the room as new people came or left. Overall, it was pricier than some shops I've been to, but was it worth it? 100%. Will be back for another bowl sooner rather than later! read more

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Appetizing. Fast and friendly service. My friend and I visited on a Saturday. Late lunch early dinner date - they changed their hours of operation and now open for lunch service which begins at 1200 and concludes at 1600 when their dinner menu is now available to order from. They do not accept reservations and you walk in to an iPad device that you'll add yourself to the Yelp virtual waitlist. Small waiting area inside but plenty of benches and seats outside as this is located within Ka Makana Ali'i. The interior is nicely furnished. Lighting, seating, decor, the atmosphere is louder and energetic. Only problem for me during this visit is the temperature inside the restaurant - it was warmer than I expected. They have window treatments that keep the bright sun from peering in but overall it felt warm and slightly uncomfortable. Service is prompt and friendly. We placed our order and our appetizers were table side within 10 minutes! Our main entree items came approximately 10 or so minutes after our appetizers. We started off with the A5 Wagyu Truffle Sushi ($21) which is two pieces of A5 wagyu atop sushi rice then topped with shaved black truffle, truffle sauce, and pea tendrils and accompanied with pickled ginger, soy sauce, and wasabi. This was amazing and a whole mouth explosion occurred when I shoved it in my mouth! Soft, tender, and full of flavor! We also chose the Karaage Fried Chicken with garlic chili sauce ($15), the Corn Wings ($12), and the Enoki Chips ($12). Karaage fried chicken was tender and juicy, they top it with a generous portion of garlic chili sauce which I feel that it would have been better to ask for it on the side as some pieces were drenched in it. But, it was spicy and yummy. The corn wings were good but not great. The Enoki chips had a side of shichimi togarashi - these Enoki chips were crunchy, chewy, and when lemon is squeezed over them, they hit the salty/tangy taste buds and leave you wanting more. For the mains we both chose the G.K.O. Ramen ($23) which is their famous fresh mochi noodles with a creamy chicken broth and has toppings of braised pork belly char siu, baby spinach, spicy crispy burdock root, garlic chips, grilled garlic, and black garlic oil!! Let's say, the vampires won't visit me after eating that because helllllur Garlic! Ramen was full of flavor, the noodles were bouncy and chewy and had a great texture. Overall, it's wonderful to have another restaurant in the 'Ewa area and this place offers delicious dishes! read more

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This place has some of the best chicken broth I've had outside of Japan! It honestly reminds me so much of the bowls I had in Japan. The broth is super flavorful, rich, and sooo good. I also really liked the mochi noodles. They have such a nice chewy texture! The signature bowl is definitely the way to go because it comes with A5 wagyu, duck, AND pork, which I loved. The sides were probably the weakest part for me. We tried the corn and enoki chips, but unfortunately neither had much flavor and I probably wouldn't order them again. They do have a Yelp waitlist, but you have to go to the restaurant and check in/sign up in person. The restaurant itself is really nice, modern, and cute, although it does get pretty hot inside. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the ramen. The broth alone is worth it! read more

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I usually get the signature ramen but during my last visit I decided to try their GKO ramen and I am so glad I did. The GKO ramen is def my new favorite. It is super flavorful and garlicky!!!! It is sooo yummy and filling. I love the texture of their ramen noodles here. I also enjoy their enoki chips and putting some into my ramen for a nice little crunch. If you like a little more spice I recommend getting the chili oil! Service is pretty attentive in the beginning but once you get your food they don't check up on you often or for water refills. Still worth coming for their yummy food! read more

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We went right before 5:00 pm on a Thursday and was seated right away. The server was great at recommending popular dishes on the menu. Everything we tried was pretty good; just know that the photos make the bowls/portions look bigger than they really are. The staff greets everyone entering and exiting the restaurant. It's also not as big of a dining area as we were expecting. It's slightly dim in there and the tables fairly close together, you feel like you're dining with the groups next to you. All in all a good experience. The only downside was the wait for the dessert and the bill. read more

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Best Ramen I've had by Far. Cost was reasonable and worth it. Portion sizes were a good amount. Flavors were all there, broth's were creamy and flavorful, and Noodles were perfectly thick. Their Ajitama eggs were a highlight too, goes so well with the ramen. I'll be ordering more of it in my next visit! Service was kind, helpful and quick enough. We came in on a Sunday evening about 7pm, waited for like an hour half, then sat at 835pm, then got our food around 9pm. Very late dinner for us. Be sure to have the patience and expect the wait. Overall, great 1st experience and will revisit again soon! read more

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10/10, no notes *finger claps*, would drive to Kapolei for this again, and would wait an hour on the waitlist for this again. $28 for their signature ramen. It is the creamiest, umamiest, butteriest, most decadent chicken broth ramen I have ever had!! With a hint of smokiness AND it comes with slices of DUCK, and super good PORK, and an ONSEN EGG, and a slice of WAGYU?? That's the ultimate sampler right there. Their noodles are thick and CHEWY, almost like udon. Wow, they nailed this ramen. You kind of feel cruddy afterward cuz it's so rich, but man do those first few bites really hit haha The matcha pudding dessert is also a standout, highly recommend. I was worried it would be bland but it has a strong matcha flavor! It was a great way to "balance" out the meal: something cold and sweet! The enoki mushroom chips were also addicting, super good with a splash of lemon and some red chili pepper flakes, which were actually pretty spicy. Chicken karaage was not bad either, but definitely save your appetite for the ramen--you'll need it! Place is super trendy, kinda dimly lit inside. Service was excellent. Parking is ample and free at Kamakana Alii. Enter your name on the Yelp guest list when you arrive. For a Sunday night at around 7:30, the Yelp list said 66-80 minute wait, but it ended up being around 60 minutes. Luckily lots of space to walk around and window shop to kill the time! Will definitely be back! read more

Mensho - Signature ramen - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

3.5/5. We came here with the ʻohana on a Thursday evening around 5:00 PM. Since they don't take reservations, we were a bit worried we'd be stuck in a long line based on previous reviews. We actually called ahead to see if we could get put on a waitlist, but they don't offer that. Luckily, the person on the phone let us know there was no line at the moment, and to our surprise, we walked right in and were seated immediately! What We Ordered: - Signature Ramen: I got this and absolutely LOVED it. The broth is so rich, deep, and incredibly flavorful. Plus, the wavy chashu (pork) was unique, melt-in-your-mouth, and fantastic. - Yuzu Shio Ramen: My husband went with this option - a really refreshing, bright twist if you like a citrusy note in your broth! - Wagyu Truffle Ramen & Classic Ramen: Our cousins ordered these, and both were a huge hit. - Appetizers: We shared the Takoyaki (which was delicious!) and the Calamari. The calamari was decent, though it was mostly tentacles rather than the rings, so just something to keep in mind if you have a preference. Overall incredible ramen, but the service felt way too fast-paced and hurried for a Michelin-recognized spot at this price point. They rushed through the beginning, only for our server to disappear when we were ready for the check. I know Michelin sticks to the food, but for my personal Yelp reviews, service definitely factors into the overall rating. ‍ read more

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I went to Mensho for a dinner and overall the experience was decent. I'm gonna split my review in 2 sections Things I loved - The wait was much shorter than expected, the check in kiosk said it was going to take about an hour and we were sat in 30 min. -The wagyu ramen was really good! It's something I would recommend and eat again. I really liked the garlic truffle paste they have In there. The wagyu was very tasty too. -the place was clean and the ambiance is nice in such a small place. Things I wasn't the most impressed with -We tried one of the rice bowls, scallops and edamame and they were all kind of underwhelming. The edamame especially, it was plain with garlic chips on it, the server even commented on it when I asked for some kind of sauce for it. None of them felt worth returning for or recommending to others. I was also underwhelmed by the service, we went around dinner time so it was a full house. I didn't expect things to be so fast paced. They were quick to get our order, food and check. With all the hype surrounding the restaurant being Michelin recognized I thought it would be a little more of an experience. I would've appreciated menu recommendations and maybe other small things like that. I did enjoy the ramen but everything else fell short for me. read more

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Wow. Very very very delicious. Parking: Easy, free, right in front of the establishment. It's located at Na Makana Mall. Reservations: No. You have to sign in at the restaurant to get on the waitlist. Our wait time was over 2 hours but because we lingered around, we got in within the hour. Service: They take awhile to get your order but once it's in, the food comes out in a reasonable time. Ambience: date night vibes, nice and clean. We got the clam butter shio and the VGKO. The clam butter shio was so so so so good. I appreciate that because they left my ramen sitting out for a bit and the soup wasn't good anymore, that they replaced before it was even ever given to me. The ajitama egg is DELICIOUS. The broth is very savory. The VGKO is also very savory. It's been hard to find a vegan ramen since Jinya closed. This is a good option. The enoki chips were also very fire. It wasn't oily and tasted great. My only complaints are the wait times and the slower service. They seemed to have an issue with their staff when it came to taking orders, getting the food out in a timely manner, they broke some glass too. They're brand new but I had a bit higher standard for a Michelin-recognized ramen shop. I didn't dock any points though because it was really yummy read more

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This is the first time we stopped by Mensho Heard great things so we had to stop by Joshua provided great service and recommendations. The food was great and will be back. We got the following Signature Wagyu truffle shoyu A5 Wagu don Teppan grilled hotate butter shoyu read more

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The food at Mensho's was awesome! The ramen was especially delicious and honestly reminded me of the ramen you find at the food stalls in Osaka. It really brought back those flavors and made the experience even more enjoyable. The restaurant is also tastefully decorated, creating a really nice and comfortable atmosphere. Add in lots of parking, great food, ambiance and a pleasant dining experience, and this is definitely a place I'd recommend. Overall, a wonderful experience and I'll definitely be back! read more

Mensho - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

We came to Mensho to celebrate Derrick's birthday since he's such a big ramen fan, and it was a great choice for the occasion! We ordered the Signature Ramen, Vegan Ramen, Hotate on a Sizzling Plate, and the Fried Enoki Mushrooms. Everything was beautifully presented and full of flavor. The ramen broths were rich and satisfying, the hotate was tender with a delicious sear from the sizzling plate, and the fried enoki mushrooms were light, crispy, and the perfect appetizer to share. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. It was nice seeing so many families enjoying dinner together, which gave the restaurant a warm and comfortable vibe. Even though the restaurant was busy, it never felt rushed, making it a great place to sit back and enjoy a meal. Overall, Mensho delivered a memorable birthday dinner with delicious food and a chill atmosphere. Whether you're a ramen lover or just looking for a cozy spot to enjoy a quality meal, it's definitely worth a visit! read more

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Saw an article about this Michelin mentioned ramen spot and was looking forward to trying it. Very, clean, modern interior. You put your name on a waitlist when you enter. Initially it said our wait time was 20-40 min but it ended up being 5 min! Started with enoki chips and spicy karaage. The chips are like a mound of fried enoki which were super crispy. The karaage was served with eggplant which i enjoyed. Had a little kick and it was perfectly crispy. Ramen had a creamy broth. My friend got the signature which unfortunately only has one very thin slice of Wagyu. It had pork belly which was so tender and ajitama egg. I got the GKO which was a spicy garlic ramen and had a kick. I added the egg. The noodles were thick and chewy, made from mochi. They were a good texture with the broth. Also wanted the uni Ikura wagyu nigiri but they unfortunately did not have uni. Service was so so. They forgot to bring the beer my friend ordered and we had to ask for water refills multiple times. Food is delish though! read more

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I came in on a Sunday night right before they opened because I heard about the crazy line. I was the third person in line and it was crazy hot waiting out there. They gave us umbrellas, but it wasn't enough to keep us cool. We were seated right away and the restaurant is nice, very modern and clean. Our serve was also very nice, but not that attentive and throughout the service he barely checked on us or filled our waters. For appetizers we ordered based on the servers recommendation: Mentaiko takoyaki - very delicious, but we only got 5 pieces. Enoki chips - tasted just like burnt chips. There was no taste and the the seasoning they gave was a chili powder that added no flavor. If they gave a actual sauce or mayo, then maybe it would make it enjoyable. Karaage fried chicken - basic karaage, a little dry. I would rather go to Sushi Bay and get their Karaage. It's cheaper and you get more. For the entrees we got: Shrimp GKO - super flavorful, but very heavy. Signature - flavorful also, but the crispy noodle that they top it with is so unnecessary. It has no taste and does not soak any of the broth. Premium kaisen don - they actually forgot that we put this in so it came at the end of the meal. The bowl was so small it's comparable to the miso soup bowls you'd get at another Japanese restaurant. I thought it was overpriced for the size... it was around $20. Overall, the food was decent but overpriced. There are other ramen restaurants in town of the same quality that give you more at a fair price. Its more of a drive, but to me it's worth it. read more

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We planned a day in Kapiolei to try Mensho. We arrived at Ka Makana Aliʻi at around 3:00pm and a line started to form at 3:30pm. It was super hot during that time and waiting another 30 minutes in the hot sun was pretty brutal. Too bad they got rid of their check in system. Opening the check in system at 3:00pm would be nice especially when the weather is getting pretty hot. Anyways, the interior was spacious. A lot of table seatings as well as a large community table and counter seatings. Their broth was mainly creamy chicken broth which I do prefer creamy broth for their richer flavor. Karaage Fried Chicken with Garlic Chili Sauce: The fried chicken was good. Crispy and fresh. The chili sauce does have a kick to it. It was interesting that this dish has eggplants included. The eggplant was good with the chili sauce as well. Teppan Grilled Hotate Butter Shoyu: The butter shoyu was good. The scallops were on the chewier side. Signature: Very good ramen. Broth has rich deep flavors. Ramen egg was excellent and cooked perfectly. Noodles were bouncy and chewy. I preferred these types of noodles for ramen. The different chashu meats were good quality. Good meat portion as well. The burdock roots however, were not crispy enough, so it was kinda hard to chew. Wagyu Truffle Shoyu: The shoyu broth was lighter than the creamy chicken broth but still packed with flavor. Very good amount of truffle flavor. The A5 Wagyu melt in your mouth. This was the most expensive ramen bowl we tried. Matcha Pudding: The matcha pudding consistency was dense, almost like a firm tofu texture. It was good. It has a good amount of matcha flavor. Ours was missing the azuki bean. Wished there were more cream and strawberry for topping. Overall, a good ramen place. It's so difficult to find a good ramen place in Hawaii especially when you compared them to ones in Japan. Service was very quick. The staffs were efficient and great. This was worth a drive to Kapiolei. Definitely would want to return to try their other ramen. Wished they open a branch in town. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place ever since a friend recommended it and mentioned it was Michelin-recognized. We saw they opened at 4:00 PM, so my partner and I arrived right at opening--and there was already a line! The service was great. Even though we were put on the waitlist, we were seated pretty quickly. We started with the mentaiko takoyaki, calamari, and enoki chips. My favorite was definitely the enoki chips--they were crispy, flavorful, and reminded me of healthier French fries. For our mains, I ordered the Signature Ramen while my partner got the G.K.O. Both were delicious. The noodles reminded me of the thicker, chewier noodles typically served with tsukemen, which I really enjoyed. It's definitely on the pricier side for ramen, but I think it's worth trying, especially if you're a noodle lover! read more

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Came here on a Friday afternoon at 4pm, opening time. There was already a line of about 20 people but the restaurant is quite spacious inside and tables are close together so we got seated right away. Plenty of friendly staff on the floor, we got menus and water quickly. We ordered starters and mains and everything came out together which isn't a problem for us but just wanted to note it. I really enjoyed the enoki chips and the shichimi on the side was the perfect level of spicy. Husband is a big karaage fan and he loved the dish with garlic chili sauce. Sometimes sauced chicken is soggy but this dish was crunchy and delicious. For ramen, he got the GKO and I got the truffle Wagyu. It's hard to describe the broth, thick but not too overpowering. It wasn't too salty which I find ramen broths often are. Even my truffle broth with the truffle paste wasn't too strong. I liked it but other people may be underwhelmed by the flavors. My wagyu slice was delicious but I don't think the truffle/wagyu is worth $15 more than the other ramens. The noodles are amazing though. Thicker and really chewy. I was hoping it wouldn't live up to the hype because it's a bit of a drive for us but I don't know anywhere else on island that has similar noodles so I'll be back for sure!! read more

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Mensho is located at the Ka Makana Ali'i mall in Kapolei. They specialize in ramen but also serve sushi and bowls too. The vibe is modern Japanese. It's a very nice restaurant that's great for a dinner with your family or a date night spot. We tried some appetizers and two different ramen. The mentaiko takoyaki was fantastic if you like that kinda stuff! We also ordered the Signature ramen & Classic ramen. Both broths were rich and flavorful. Noodles were our favorite part though! Thick and chewy. Ramen was on the pricey side, but we still enjoyed it & would come back! The restaurant can get busy, so be sure to get there early and/or put your name on the waitlist. For our family of 3 our food came within 20 mins of ordering which was nice. Free parking in the mall parking lot. read more

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Omg so this is my second mensho location I've eaten at. The first was in houston Texas and it was okay. This location was so good!!! The fried enoki mushroom was ok. I didn't think it was amazing at neither location. But at this location in Kapolei at Ka Makana ali'i, I got the spicy shrimp bowl. And it did not disappoint at all!!! They were very generous with the shrimps and the flavor was great. Even though the bowl looked small, it sure did fill me up. The noodles were amazing. I absolutely loved it and highly recommend it. It is a pretty busy place so be prepared to wait a little for a table. Worth the wait. read more

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If you're looking for some quality, upscale and delicious ramen I highly recommend trying Mensho. It's like having a part of Japan hospitality and food here in Hawaii. Located in the Kamakana Mall next to Gen, you can sign in on the Yelp waitlist inside the restaurant (you cannot join the waitlist on the app directly). Once inside we were seated by the counter and could see the cooks working in the kitchen. We ordered the Signature Ramen, Classic Ramen, enoki chips and matcha pudding. The Signature Ramen: is rich and creamy for a chicken based broth with a mix of textures from the protein and fried gobo. You get to try a little bit of each protein like the A5 Wagyu char siu, pork char siu, and duck. This was definitely a good first ramen to try. I recommend getting a side of their spicy sauce for an added kick. The Classic Ramen: is perfect for those wanting a simple, rich good bowl of ramen. Enoki Chips: I loved the idea of deep fried enoki, but I thought the enoki was shredded too finely and tasted more of the batter and oil rather than the mushroom. Matcha Pudding: I liked the pudding because it wasn't too sweet, but I wish it had more matcha. I can't wait to come back and try more of their food! read more

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Tastes very similar to the one I had in LA! What we got: - signature (9.5/10): honestly most bang for your buck because it includes duck, Wagyu, and tonkatsu - black garlic (8.5/10): they really do add lots of different variety of garlic in this bowl (fresh, chips, oil). I thought it was good but even with everything it wasn't screaming super garlicky to me and I would've gone w signature instead - corn wings 10/10: I LOVEE THESE! They're soy saucey and sweet and a great shareable Food came out quickly and waitress was super sweet. They don't seat you unless your whole table is there so just a heads up. read more

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Been wanting to try this place since they first opened, but kept holding back until the early hype died down. I recently heard from my cousin that the lines were pretty reasonable, so I decided to make the trek from town to Kapolei just to try Mensho. My first impression was everything on the menu looked really good, so it took me a while to decide between the Signature and the Duck Matcha. Ultimately, I opted for the Signature since it had a bit of each type of meat that I wanted to try. I'm normally not a huge fan of tonkotsu broth since I don't like the heaviness, so I liked that the broth for this was a chicken base. The noodles were just the right thickness to pickup the broth and it was just the right amount of saltiness for me. My critic would be that for the price, I think the meat portions were a bit skimpy. However, I can understand why since duck and high quality cuts of beef aren't cheap. The calamari app we ordered was just aight. We actually wanted to try the enoki chips, but they were out. Overall, I enjoyed the ramen here and would likely come back to try their other items on the menu if I'm in Kapolei. read more

Mensho - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

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This is the best ramen I've ever had in my whole entire existence on planet earth . I didn't know ramen could taste this good. And I've never been to Japan FYI. The texture of the noodles, the broth, the quality ingredients - it's really something to appreciate. I'll be back to try their dinner menu. I'm so glad that their Yelp sign in sends you text messages to inform you when a table is almost ready for you! I felt like I was in a trendy upscale restaurant in New York or something - far from Kapolei . We ordered the small plate corn and karaage chicken to start. Then we had the signature ramen and shrimp OKG with a side 3 meat small plate. We were so happy to have finally made it in to this place, especially on a Saturday!! Domo arigato Mensho!! read more

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All the food was prepared really well. The one thing that stands out is the enoki fries. However, the ramen didn't really stand out to me. The noodles is mochi flour mixed with local wheat and made fresh daily according to the menu, however it was kinda thick. I think it would've been great if it's a tsukamen. Didn't really match with the soup ramen IMO. The service was good, nothing to really highlight except the food came out pretty fast. The renovation was nice which brought us a new experience in this darker ambient environment. It's Kapolei, so the light was hella bright in the west side when we walked out of the restaurant after the meal. read more

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Food was good, but definitely a bit overpriced. Service was disappointing. We waited about 25 minutes just to get water, despite the restaurant not being very busy. I had questions about the menu, but our server said they were new and didn't know the dishes. Is there any menu training for new staff, or someone they can ask? As a first-time customer, I was also new to the menu. We also received dirty water glasses, and the reusable chopsticks were worn - the coating was peeling and one pair was splitting. Good food, but the service and attention to detail need improvement. read more

Mensho - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

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FINALLY GOT TO TRY THIS HOT NEW PLACE AT KAMAKANA! Dined in with 6 people and sat along a counter top seating. This was reasonable as the tables mostly accommodated tables of 2, 4 and one table seating 5. It is very small inside but has a nice ambience with nice lighting and an open kitchen concept. Getting our table was a small kine wait. We put our name on a virtual wait list that had to be done in person. Wait time quoted was about 2 hours but we sat in an hour and a half. Service was excellent. Nice, informative and tentative. Cleared dishes in a timely manner and kept our water filled. Food came out at reasonable times and the presentation was impressive. As for the food it was surprisingly some of the best ramen I ever had. The mochi noodles were different and you could tell it wasn't your average noodle. The matcha duck breast ramen was my favorite but I particularly enjoyed the signature which had an amazing silky rich texture. Broth was phenomenal! All the apps were equally impressive! Need to come back and try the sushi portion of the menu!! Will definitely be back! read more

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New ramen in Hawaii, with locations in Japan and San Francisco, brought here by Genki Sushi. I was excited to try it, but I have mixed feelings. I'll start with what I didn't love. All add-ons has an extra cost. My daughter wanted a side of lemon and we got 2 slices for $1 The garlic chili oil, soy sauce that are usually complimentary at most noodle shops, here it's $1-$3 extra. What makes this place unique is the mochi noodles which is much chewier and heavier than traditional ramen noodles. I ordered the signature bowl, which came with a rich, almost creamy broth, one slice of Wagyu, one slice of pork chashu, two thin slices of duck, an egg, and crispy burdock root. The broth was delicious, but for the price, I expected more protein. The G.K.O labeled spicy was not spicy we end up adding their chill oil. The place reminds me of other ramen shops which is dark with black decor. There are seats at the bar where you can watch them make the noodles and then various table sizes to accommodate party sizes. Service is great once you get in. There is a 1.5 to 2 hour wait. Overall, I'm happy to see new dining concepts coming to Hawaii and it was fun to try something different. Worth trying once for the experience and the novelty of the mochi noodles, but whether it's worth a repeat visit will depend on what you're looking for. read more

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Came to Mensho in Kapolei right when they opened, so there was no line and we got seated immediately. The ambiance was really cute, and the servers were all very nice and sweet. The biggest downside was the service speed. We waited about 40 minutes for our food after ordering. My friend's pork bowl came out pretty quickly, but my other friend and I ordered ramen, and those dishes took much longer to arrive. That said, the food itself was pretty good. We tried the matcha duck ramen out of curiosity, it sounded really weird, but it was surprisingly tasty and definitely a unique experience. The signature ramen was absolutely delicious and was the highlight of the meal. The pork bowl was fine, but nothing particularly memorable or special. Overall, good food and a nice atmosphere. read more

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This was some of the best ramen I've ever had. I had the Signature and the enoki chips. I could have done without the duck but that's just a preference. The broth was so rich in all the right ways. Other places tend to have too much oil in their broth while this broth was flavorful and had such a deep flavor profile. The egg and chashu were definitely the most memorable bites. We got in line at 3:50 and they opened doors promptly at 4PM. Since we were a party of three we sat at the communal sitting area. Service was fast and efficient and by the time we left at 5:10 there was no longer a line. read more

Mensho - Enoki Chips - Ramen Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

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THIS IS JAPAN!!! Most ramen places in Hawaii are run by not Japanese and have ramens feeling a little thin on the broth! Sorry, i hate to be truthful. But, most ramen joints on Hawaii are lack-luster at best.., BUT, OH NO, NOT MENSHO!!! The broth has that love... There were about 8 of us. So, we ordered a plethora of items off the menu...The fried Enoki was a stand-out with the appetizer section... i loved the duck matcha ramen i ordered. it didn't give out a strong matcha flavor. but, a subtle note of matcha which paired really well with the duck. the joint felt cozy and roomie at the same time. When you have great company, the food is that much better. read more

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Yes yes yes yes! Wagyu truffle shoyu is a must get! Buttery and flavorful! And the grilled hotate is mouth watering! With a lot of people our server was still attentive and met our needs. My boyfriend and I sat at the counter space it gave me Japan vibes so fun! read more

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We waited to try Mensho hoping the wait times would calm down, but it doesn't seem like that's happening any time soon, and now we know why. Almost exactly 2 hours on the waiting list. Signed in at 5:47 and seated at 7:45. We were seated at the bar, all the way at the end closest to the kitchen entrance, which wasn't ideal, but we weren't going to be picky by then. It would have been nice if the bus tray full of dirty linens wasn't right on the other side of the potted plant. That kind of took away from the atmosphere. However, whatever those dirty rags and the long wait took away, the food more than made up for. We shared the teppan hotate small dish, which was incredible. The scallops were perfectly cooked and sizzling when they got to us. Both of us had the signature ramen. The broth was creamy and rich, the noodles were fresh and chewy, and all of the proteins were perfection. I ended up taking home half of mine, and I can't wait to eat it tomorrow! Prices are more Waikiki than Kapolei, but for the quality, it was worth every penny. read more