enishi

I've been a longtime fan of 緣麵屋 enishi for their tsukemen (dipping noodles) and their soup base (based on fish), and it is still one of my few favourites for tsukemen in Taipei. They used to be closed on Mondays. Since July 2017, they started to open on Monday as well: but on Mondays, they only serve a very short menu of Japanese curry rice, no noodles. In this review, I'm speaking strictly about the curry. It's not your typical Japanese curry joint. The curry seems to be based on their fish base as well, which is clearly their strength. The flavours of course have incorporated curry spices as well as stewed green peppers (diced), carrots, mushrooms. The flavour is strong and bold, and comes with a saucer of yogurt to temper it if you do wish. Served with a mix of white rice and purple rice (to add texture), and a tea cup of vegetable miso soup, all for $160 (or $140 for takeout). As in photo, it's topped with half an ajitama (ramen egg) done to perfection, and a halved cherry tomato. Most menu items are curry rice topped with cheese and baked, so I selected the only one that was "plain" (without baked cheese). It's an interesting take on the average curry, and I would come back for it again.

Authenticity is the word that comes to mind. Everything taste like the way it should, memorable flavors to bring you back for more. The simplicity inside along with the little details is truly Japanese. Not only is their ramen good, the hand-made desserts are delicious as well. The brown sugar soy yogurt has so many layers of flavor. The macha flan is refreshing and such a delight to pair with the bold ramen flavor.

Good ramen place. Nice environment and open kitchen

I would give it 4.5 stars if google rating system can be more specific ! Everything’s great except that soup texture combining with soba noodle didn’t blend too weep for our taste. Staff was fairly nice, kindly adding spring onion when I asked. It’s rare cuz all the ramen shop loves to charge you every little side dish even seasoning. Dining environment was quiet and super clean. We also appreciate the filling - good variety of veggie , soft boiled marinated egg, tiny ginger shred, smoky pork. It’s worth trying if happen to be around the area, wouldn’t be like a destination kinda restaurant.

Good ramen, and friendly boss and boss lady. Broth was thick and traditional to Japanese style ramen.

Great soup and noodles for ramen. the pricing is a little high but the food is quite tasty and the atmosphere is comfortable. Bar style seating and generous portions. You can get small, medium or large servings. Worth a try!

Ordered the signature dip noodles. Sauce soup is pretty salty but the noodles taste good. Washroom is clean. Just that I don't understand why the staff didn't wear masks during this pandemic time...

Last visit was about years ago and during the time I needed to line up for about 1 hour. Today I come here again and order the dip noodle. Honestly, it tasted the same and is very delicious!! Must try for people like traditional Japanese dip noodle?