【New Gourmet】/ Ikebukuro Meat-packed Fried Rice 980 yen【Price】1,000 yen per person【Visit Time】Visited around 12:00 on a holiday【Waiting Time】Visited on a whim, no waiting timeIt is recommended to save this for reference before going to the store✏️ Nearby shops can be found here → #gurumani_ikebukuro【Menu Received】Meat-packed Fried Rice 980 yenShrimp Fried Rice 980 yenGrilled Gyoza (6 pieces) 550 yenImpressionsHello, I found the best fried rice in Ikebukuro! This is Gurumani! One day on a holiday, I discovered a restaurant in Ikebukuro that offers delicious lunch, so I contacted my friends and visited immediately! However, I got fed up with the scorching heat and the long line, so I left that store... I went to a Chinese restaurant nearby that I was interested in. The first floor had counter seats and the second floor had spacious table seats. I already knew what I wanted to eat, so I ordered without hesitation!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎Let's eat◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎Meat-packed Fried RiceIsn't the meat in this dish amazing? The intense flavor from the appearance alone makes me feel like I can finish it in one go! It's irresistible! Now, let's take a bite! As expected, the intense meat paired with moist fried rice is an outstanding combination!Shrimp Fried RiceMy friend chose this dish, and it looked delicious with plenty of shrimp! I definitely want to try this next time!Grilled Gyoza (6 pieces)The taste is strong enough to be eaten without dipping in soy sauce! The skin is also chewy, and the small size makes it easy to eat in one bite!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎Thank you for the meal◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎This place is seriously top-ranked in the fried rice category! I have started to post more detailed information and photos on my blog! Please check it out! There is a link in the Instagram profile.https://gourmania2020blog.com/----------------------✔️Friends/Colleagues✔️Date✔️Want to experience the best fried rice!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~【Restaurant Name】New Gourmet【Instagram】N/A【Price】1,000 yen per person【Business Hours】Mon-Thu 11:30-23:00Fri-Sat 11:30-23:30Sun/Holidays 11:30-22:00【Location】1-23-4 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, TokyoAccess: 3-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station West Exit【🈯️Regular Holiday】None【Tel】03-3985-0734【Number of Seats】60 seats (1F: Counter 7 seats, 2F: Table 25 seats, 3F: Table 28 seats)【Cashless Payment】PayPay accepted~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Established in 1952, this Chinese restaurant near the west exit of Ikebukuro has been loved by locals for over 70 years. A must-try dish is the "Taro Ramen" for 990 yen. This ramen features a tangy, spicy, and garlicky sauce that coats the noodles, creating a unique and delicious flavor. The soup itself is almost entirely made of this sauce, giving the noodles a thick and flavorful coating. Another recommended dish is the egg omelette with dried daikon for 430 yen, which also has a gentle and pleasing taste. It's no wonder that cultural figures like Mushanokoji Saneatsu and Kaiko Ken have frequented this restaurant. I definitely want to try their other famous dish, the "Meat-filled Fried Rice," on my next visit.

"I got a cold message from my wife saying 'There's no dinner tonight,' so I wasn't that hungry. I quickly refueled at the counter of Shin Chinmi in Ikebukuro Nishiguchi. -Highball -Dried radish and green onion omelette -Octopus sausage A golden evening drink set at the West Exit that is perfect for me. I head home slightly tipsy."

On Saturday, I arrived at the restaurant just as it opened and there were already 10 people waiting in line. I ordered the Tarō ramen and the meaty fried rice. The Tarō ramen had a good balance of acidity, white pepper powder, and onion flavor in the broth. The meaty fried rice had firm rice with a rich flavor from lard, soy sauce, and savory seasonings, with a hint of onion. Overall, I think this is a neighborhood Chinese restaurant that won't disappoint.

I had some takoyaki in Kami-Itabashi, but I wanted to eat more, so I got off at Ikebukuro and came here. It's a 1.2-minute walk from the west exit. When I arrived, there were 2 people waiting, but we were seated quickly. After that, the line got a little longer. They are famous for a dish called taro noodles, which is noodles with a sauce on top, but I thought eating noodles with sauce on a hot day would make me sweat a lot, so I ordered fried rice, hormone miso stir-fry, and a lemon sour. In front of me, there was a large pot where they were boiling chicken soup, and a Chinese-looking man was mainly cooking. After waiting for about 10 minutes while drinking the lemon sour, the fried rice arrived, followed by the hormone miso stir-fry a few minutes later. The fried rice had simple ingredients like ham, egg, and green onions, but it had a flavorful taste, maybe because they used the soup from the pot. It was moist rather than dry, and quite delicious. I thought the hormone miso stir-fry would be made with beef intestines, but it turned out to be pork hormone with a little bit of leeks, and the strong smell of the hormone was quite intense, so I couldn't finish it and left some. I would like to try the taro noodles when it gets colder, but I vowed never to order the hormone miso stir-fry again.

It was around 9:30 pm on the weekend when I visited. There were about 5 people waiting outside the restaurant, but I was seated on the second floor within 10 minutes. The first floor had a counter, but the second floor had only table seating. The restaurant had a casual Chinese-style decor, with individuals and groups enjoying drinks and meals. I looked at the menu and ordered various items from the staff. The drink selection was wide, including gin and sake, and the prices were reasonable. In terms of food, the carb-based dishes like noodles and rice were average to slightly expensive, but there were some items that seemed like a good deal for snacks. The stir-fried pea shoots were young and tasty with a good amount and garlic flavor. The dumplings had a good balance of vegetables and meat, and were delicious. The stir-fried leeks and liver had tender liver and crunchy vegetables, which was nice. The taro ramen had a generous amount of sauce that coated the noodles well, and left me feeling full. The restaurant had a lively atmosphere with a casual vibe, and offered reasonably priced dishes that were great for snacking and drinking.

On Friday at 8:00 PM, it was raining and there was one person waiting outside. I ordered the meat-packed fried rice for 990 yen, dumplings for 550 yen, and a draft beer for 550 yen. There was no appetizer. The dumplings were delicious, maybe because of the tasty sauce. The meat-packed fried rice was not as impressive in size or amount of meat as I had hoped. There was a slight burnt smell of green onions, which was a bit off-putting. The fried rice itself was average. They only provided chopsticks, so it was difficult to eat the fried rice. When I asked, they gave me a spoon. When I left, there were a few people waiting outside.

I visited this place in Ikebukuro for the first time on a hot summer night. Can't miss out on a cold beer in this weather. The water dumplings are my favorite, perfect to snack on while enjoying a gulp of beer. The Taro ramen didn't have much acidity but the garlic flavor was quite strong. I ordered a half portion and it was just right, maybe a full portion would have been too much.

New Delicacies @ Ikebukuro Due to the weather concerns from last time, I was worried about the weather, but it turned out to be a sunny day all day long, almost too hot. I got off at Ikebukuro Station and first looked for the first shop. The location was right next to Ikebukuro Station, so I found it easily. This is the Chinese long-established restaurant "New Delicacies". It was around 11:40, but the restaurant was already full when I entered. The staff asked me to wait for a while, so I waited outside. The first floor had only a few counter seats, which were already full. After a while, another staff member came out and guided us to the second floor of the restaurant. Now, the main purpose of this visit is the signboard ramen. The "Taro Ramen" that they have been particular about for over 60 years. I actually just learned about it recently, so I was curious about what kind of ramen it was. First, we went up the stairs to the second floor. There were already two customers sitting at a table there. We were guided to a table by the window. Self-service water was served, and we quickly placed our order, but later I regretted it a bit. The reason was that I found "Half Taro Ramen and Half Chahan" on the menu. The Taro Ramen was 990 yen, so the price was almost the same as that. Maybe it would have been better to be able to eat two different kinds, but it was too late. There were other menus placed on the table as well. Looking at them, there were quite a few alcoholic drinks and appetizers. Oh, I thought maybe I should have ordered a beer. I regretted it again. As we waited, more and more customers came in, and there were about four pairs of customers. Interestingly, all the customers were in pairs. I think single customers are seated on the first floor, and groups of two or more are seated on the second floor. The orders from customers were varied, and about half of them ordered beer. After a while, our Taro Ramen arrived. Oh, this is a unique appearance. The whole ramen was covered in a thick sauce. The first thing that surprised me was that the sauce was incredibly hard. When I put my chopsticks into the bowl, it was heavy and didn't move. This viscosity was the strongest I had ever encountered in ramen. If I had used wooden chopsticks, they would have definitely broken. Fortunately, this restaurant uses plastic chopsticks, so they didn't break. The noodles under the sauce were flat, transparent, medium-thick noodles. These noodles had a firm texture. As for the toppings, the main one was Chinese cabbage, with carrots, wood ear mushrooms, and other ingredients. The seasoning was sour and spicy, similar to sour and spicy soup noodles. However, the viscosity of this sauce was unbelievably strong. Upon closer inspection, I noticed that the characteristics of this sauce were written on the signboard outside the restaurant. Anyway, the chewy noodles and the thick sauce made it take time to eat. This ramen is unprecedented and unique, not often seen in other restaurants. I thought this is a ramen that ramen lovers would want to try at least once. However, I managed to finish it and drank up the water. The restaurant was air-conditioned, but I started sweating. This ramen is definitely spicy. I went down the stairs and paid at the register at the entrance. I handed over a thousand yen bill and received ten yen in change. Well then, thank you for the meal.

Taro noodles for 990 yen. As described by this restaurant, the soup is all thick sauce, not just a sauce-covered ramen, but a sauce ramen. The noodles may have a chewy texture, but the sauce is intense and thick, making it a deliciously rich ramen. It also has garlic and spiciness, but above all, it is delicious! I think it's a famous shop in Ikebukuro. It only took about 5 minutes from ordering to the hot sauce ramen being served, but the deliciousness makes it impossible to stop eating with chopsticks! There is also a second and third floor. If it were in Kichijoji or near my house, I might not get tired of eating it every day, and I'm curious about other menu items as well! I have decided to revisit this shop soon!

I visited the restaurant that had been on my mind for a while to try their recommended taro noodles on a Saturday night. There was a line, but I was seated promptly. Since I wasn't very hungry, I ordered a half-size taro noodles. It was convenient to have the option of a smaller portion. There are seats on the second floor as well. Orders kept coming in, and various dishes like bang bang ji, steamed chicken, gyoza, and fried rice were being served around me at the counter. I wanted to order some karaage or spring rolls as well, but since no one else had ordered them, I hesitated and decided not to. Next time, I plan to try the fried rice with meat topping as it looked delicious.

At the entrance of Ikebukuro West Exit, there is a long-established Chinese restaurant called "Shin Chinmi". Their popular dish is the "Taro Ramen", which features a tangy and creamy sauce that is mixed with the noodles. Unlike regular ramen, this dish does not come with soup but it is still easy to eat and goes well with the fried rice. The fried rice, made with ham instead of char siu, has a delicious aroma. And of course, the ultimate move is to pour the sauce from the ramen over the fried rice for a powerful combination! It's like the deadly fish torpedo combo of Terry Gordy and Steve Williams! Their strong and punchy attacks are sure to captivate people!

I visited this restaurant during a day trip to Nagoya and had about 2 hours to spare. I was in the mood for something with bold flavors since I missed out on trying Nagoya cuisine earlier. I had to wait outside for about 10 minutes as there were 5 people ahead of me. Once inside, I ordered the following: - Meat Lover Fried Rice (¥990) - Gyoza (¥550) - Sapporo Lager Bottle Beer (¥600) I opted for the bottled beer as it just feels right in a place like this, and Sapporo Red Star is always a solid choice! The Meat Lover Fried Rice had the perfect seasoning, with large pieces of green onions adding a nice crunch. The portion size was just right. The gyoza was nothing out of the ordinary but still tasty. I had been eyeing the signature Taro Noodles, but since I wasn't too hungry, I had given up on it. However, I noticed "Taro Soup" on the menu and decided to order it on the spot: - Taro Soup (¥590) It had a nice kick from the garlic and acidity, living up to its reputation as a must-try dish. Overall, I left satisfied. Next time, I'll skip the gyoza and try the steamed chicken instead.

[Ikebukuro Exploration Adventure Part 99] (7th visit) (Celebrating turning 20 in Ikebukuro! 3/4) On my son's 20th birthday, we decided to try a pub crawl as he requested. After leaving "Genghis Khan Rakutaro" as our second stop, we headed to our final destination for ramen. We visited "Shin Chinmi," a place that serves authentic Chinese cuisine in Ikebukuro North. My son loves ramen, so I wanted to treat him to a simple bowl of ramen, different from the fancy ones we usually have. We ordered the following items: - Hoppy Set 550 yen - Hoppy (medium) x2 320 yen each - Green tea x2 330 yen each - Mushi-dori (chicken skewers) 550 yen - Salted liver 620 yen - Grilled dumplings 550 yen - Half taro noodles 780 yen For our 20-year-old pub crawl, we toasted to our third stop! I had the white hoppy, while my son opted for green tea, showing that he was controlling his alcohol intake. [Mushi-dori] The chicken skewers were so tender that they almost fell off the bone. My son thought they were similar to the steamed chicken at "Kagurazaka Shanwei," but he found the bones a bit tough to chew. The garlic soy sauce added a nice flavor to the dish. [Salted liver] This was my favorite dish at the restaurant. The lightly sautéed liver was cut into irregular pieces, with a rare center and a sprinkle of salt that enhanced its natural sweetness. The tube-cut scallions added juiciness to the dish. [Grilled dumplings] Despite visiting "Shin Chinmi" multiple times, this was our first time trying the grilled dumplings. The presentation was different from what we were used to, with a straight-line wrapping style instead of the usual wave-like pattern. The filling seemed to be made with soy meat rather than meat. [Half taro noodles] By this point, we were quite full, so we shared a half portion of ramen. The garlic-infused egg sauce was thick and velvety, coating the chewy noodles perfectly. It was a delicious way to end our meal. [Recommended Dish] Taro Noodles! A unique garlic ramen that you won't find elsewhere. [Overall Rating] Overall: 3.8 Taste: 4 Service: 3.5 Ambiance: 3.5 Value for Money: 4 Drinks: 3.5 [Personal Rating] Likelihood to Return: 5 Accessibility: 4 Companion's Rating: 3.5 Thank you for the delicious ramen. Until next time!

Established in 1952, this beloved neighborhood Chinese restaurant in Ikebukuro offers a menu that is highly recommended! We started with the Meat Lovers Fried Rice, which is packed with flavorful meat and a rich soy sauce aroma. It pairs perfectly with the crispy pan-fried dumplings, filled with juicy meat and just the right size to keep you coming back for more. And don't miss their signature Tarlow Noodles, a dish that has maintained its original taste since the restaurant first opened. The garlic-infused thick noodles with a generous amount of toppings are simply irresistible! You can easily see why this place has been cherished for so long. Be sure to try the authentic flavors of this long-standing neighborhood Chinese restaurant! ▶Menu Meat Lovers Fried Rice ¥990 Pan-fried Dumplings ¥550 Half Order of Tarlow Noodles ¥750 -------------- Crowdedness Information & Customer Profile -------------- ▶Weekday arrival at 11:30 am 0 people waiting ▶Entry time 11:30 am ▶Meal arrival time 11:40 am ▶Female: Male = 2:8

I went back to Ikebukuro for a revenge visit after my previous disappointing experience at Kaigaku. The kitchen looked lively from the outside and the staff were efficient. I had the Meat-packed Fried Rice (large) for 1090 yen. It looked simple with ingredients like ham, topped with meat and large pieces of green onions. The fried rice had a surprising salty taste and was not particularly fluffy. It reminded me of the nostalgic taste of home-cooked fried rice, but I won't be coming back. Ikebukuro is a tough crowd!

When it comes to Chinese food in Ikebukuro, this is the place to go! I visited this restaurant that I normally wouldn't go to with my kids. The first floor has a counter, and the second floor has table seats. I ordered the garlic noodles, meat-filled fried rice, and pan-fried dumplings. The garlic noodles were full of ingredients and had a strong garlic flavor, typical of a local Chinese restaurant, and very delicious. The meat-filled fried rice was also satisfying with its generous portion and well-balanced seasoning. It truly showed their skill. I was very satisfied and will definitely come back again!

"Tarlo noodles: The soup has a thick garlic flavor, but it tastes a bit bland. It's a ramen for finishing off after a meal. It's kind of mediocre, but makes you want to try it again. If the taste is still bland next time, I won't come back. Looking forward to the next visit."

Ikebukuro's long-established Chinese restaurant, Shin Shinmi, is well-known for its taro ramen, which has been featured on TV many times. This restaurant has been around for a long time, and I used to enjoy their noodles and fried rice. This time, I went upstairs for the first time with a group of people. The food here is so delicious that it might be better marketed as a gourmet Chinese restaurant rather than just a noodle place. The noodles and fried rice are delicious, but the steamed chicken and shumai are also exceptional. I regret not coming here sooner, as the food is truly delicious when you take the time to enjoy it.

I was intrigued by a photo of steamed chicken posted by a Twitter follower, so I checked the menu on Tabelog and saw that they also had Akahoshi and Hoppy, which I like, so I decided to give it a try. I started with ordering bamboo shoots and steamed chicken, and was surprised by the generous portion of bamboo shoots that arrived promptly. After a while, the steamed chicken arrived, and I enjoyed picking the meat off the bones, which was just the right amount for one person. For the second round, I switched to Hoppy and ordered dumplings, which were average (sorry), but tasted delicious when dipped in the steamed chicken's garlic sauce. I noticed that many people around me were ordering steamed chicken and taro noodles, which piqued my interest, but I was worried about overeating. However, I found out that you can order just the soup, so I requested it and it arrived quickly. The tanginess and garlic flavor were addictively delicious. It's convenient that they accept PayPay payments. Thank you for the meal.

Meeting up with a junior colleague who loves local Chinese cuisine for a post-work drinks. This is a long-established Chinese restaurant founded in 1952. Location: About a 5-minute walk from Ikebukuro West Exit, near Rosa Kaikan. Interior: A true local Chinese vibe! The aged signboard and interior are not particularly fancy, but that's part of the charm of local Chinese restaurants. The first floor has only a counter, while the second floor has spacious table seating. Impressions: When it comes to Shinshinmi, their "Special Taro Ramen" is a must-try. Also, I was personally intrigued by the "Octopus Wiener" (laughs). We ordered quite a lot, including fried rice, dumplings, liver and leek stir-fry, and more. The Taro Ramen is a thick sauce and vegetable-topped ramen, similar to "Ankake Ramen", with a hint of acidity that gives it a slightly sour and spicy taste. It's full of garlic and stamina-like, yet surprisingly familiar and easy to eat. The noodles are heavy and very hearty. Despite that, it's just right for finishing off a drinking session. It's a taste that makes you want to eat it again. Given its hearty portion, I think it's best to share with multiple people if you want to have it as a finale.