My family tried The Ramen Joint over the weekend. While it’s nice to have a new option in the neighborhood, we all felt their ramen was just OK. Each of us ordered the chicken shio ramen with an egg added. The egg was perfectly cooked and my favorite part of the bowl. The sliced chicken was also nicely seasoned and tender. The noodles were too thin for my preference and lacked any kind of chew. The broth, while light, didn’t have much depth of flavor. The default toppings of woodear mushroom, spinach, and green onion were fine.
I’m sure we will return, as the service was efficient, our server kind, and the space comfortable (though small). Perhaps I’ll try the pork shoyu ramen next visit or a rice bowl. Not a destination restaurant, but a welcome addition for local diners. I wish the business luck.