Butayama

At Butayama, it’s easy to choose not only your noodle portion but also how many slices of pork you want. The menu at the 門前仲町 branch ranges from mini ramen with 125 g of noodles and 2 slices of pork to small ramen with 250 g, small ramen with extra pork (5 slices), and large ramen with 375 g. For a more generous serving of pork, small ramen with double pork offers 250 g of noodles and 8 slices.

The menu describes the mini ramen as a hearty bowl of robust pork-bone broth, sweet soy sauce tare, noodles made with strong flour, tender pork and plenty of vegetables. One diner who tried the small ramen said that the 250 g of noodles, vegetables and 5 slices of pork made for a satisfying meal. If you’re especially hungry, choosing by the number of pork slices is another way to tailor your bowl.

Orders are placed at a ticket machine. Diners have reported that in-store guidance explains how to adjust the garlic, vegetables and back fat. One first-time visitor said it was reassuring to have time to decide what to request after sitting down. If this style of ramen is new to you, starting with the mini can help you gauge the portion size.

Diners have reported that the restaurant has counter seating only, and it is listed as a place suited to eating alone.