Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieCool, easygoing spot doling out chicken-broth ramen and other noodle house provisions.
What to order: Signature Shoyu Ramen · Hokkaido‑style Fried Chicken “Zangi” · Fiber RamenFrom Google Maps reviews.
Menkoi Sao had absolutely delicious ramen, it’s one of the best places in the city for some really good ramen. The ramen was really flavorful and bursting with flavor, the entire bowl was packed with flavor. The portion sizes are good and the price was also pretty good for the area. The service was really fast, I waited around 5 minutes for my food to come out. The servers were also really friendly. They also had good vegetarian options. The place is busy, but you can find a seat. Overall, would
The food is definitely worth the time. The fried chicken (zangi) is a must-have, and the ramen is good and balanced. The space is tight and packed, but it has a cozy, old-school ramen bar feel. The customer service is very nice and polite.
Excellent! This place makes really good, unpretentious ramen. I really like the al dente consistency of the noodles. At some ramen spots, the broth is just too rich and heavy for me. I eat half the bowl, but then feel like I've hit my limit for fat and salt. Menkoi Sato is much more balanced. Their ramen is hearty without being overwhelming. The owner is a nice chap. I see that they closed temporarily. I hope they reopen soon.
From the Mar 19, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Evidence of mice was found on site.
Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Pesticides were used or stored improperly, or applied by someone unlicensed.
Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
No working thermometer in the fridge or hot-holding unit.