The vegetable ramen noodles at this family run neighborhood fixture are worth a stop all on their own. The thick, tangy broth comes served in a giant porcelain bowl brimming with piles of cabbage, onion and carrots. But, according to waiter and cook Hsiao Hong, these ramen are not totally vegetarian. "The cabbage and onions are first fried lightly in a mixture of water and spiced bacon grease to give them their flavor." The result is a heap of vegetables that have a smoky pepper flavor but are still crispy and fresh. "The noodles are made from scratch and are added first," says Hong. "Then the broth is poured over the top to complete the recipe." Served steaming on a black lacquered tray with a fresh slice of watermelon on the side, this is a hearty dish that won't leave you feeling weighed down.Other dishes of note are the Japanese-style pot sticker dumplings and the wide assortment of other ramen noodle dishes that include Miso ramen: soy sauce flavored soup topped with roast pork and vegetables; Charsu ramen: soy sauce flavored soup topped with extra roast pork and vegetables; and Niramoyashi ramen: soy sauce flavored soup topped with pork, chives and bean sprouts.
The narrow interior with red benches running front-to-back along the walls gives Meinung Wu the feel of a true Japanese ramen shop. All the slurping diners help as well. Also, a well-stocked magazine and paper rack in the back make it a good spot for a solo lunch or dinner.
Address:22-18 Changan E. Rd., Sec. 1 (長安東路一段22-18號) (near corner of Changan E. Rd. and Linsen N. Rd.)Tel: 2567-5418. 11am to 2:30pm and 5 to 9:30pm.
Average meal: NT$120 to NT$300.
Details: Major credit cards accepted.
Recommendable Menu:
Fried Dumpling NT$80
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