Bǎn Běn Shí Táng - Ofunato

On a Sunday in June of the 4th year of Reiwa, I had ramen and fried rice. The ramen was just as I had imagined from the exterior appearance of the restaurant, with a light and nostalgic simple soup that I never tire of. The seaweed, typical of a coastal area, was delicious. The chewy chashu was also satisfying. The fried rice was moist and seasoned just right, a dish I could eat over and over again. It also had a generous portion size. It seems that the restaurant is run by a couple, and since it was lunchtime on a Sunday, they seemed quite busy. As a result, it appears that they prepare and serve several orders of the same dish at once, which can cause a significant wait depending on timing. It's a popular spot among locals.

This popular eatery is known for its generous portion of katsu curry priced at 1030 yen. The curry sauce of the katsu curry is on the sweeter side and delicious. The katsu is freshly fried and crispy. The rice is packed tightly and more filling than it looks. I will definitely go back again!

I had the regular size at Le Boeuf on Rebert Street, which was larger than the large size at other restaurants. The flavor was mild with a slight spiciness that came afterwards. The side salad was a nice accompaniment. I enjoyed it.