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【Foodholic Nako @ Taipei】

"Ramen in a Simple Room" is located near Shuanglian Station, about a 3-minute walk from Exit 2. The shop is very small, with only a row of wall seats that can accommodate about 6 people.

Although the store looks simple (perfect for the name "Simple Room"), you can feel the owner's effort. The walls are adorned with many posters of basketball legends, and Japanese music is playing. Enjoying Japanese ramen while feeling like you’ve suddenly found yourself in Japan—a very immersive experience!

Chicken Broth Ramen $200
Ingredients include: noodles, rich chicken broth, shredded scallions, chicken breast char siu, chicken thigh char siu, and half a soft-boiled egg.
The noodles are thin and have a slightly firm texture. The chicken broth does have a bit of oil, but I think it’s rich and delicious without being overly salty. Taking a sip of the soup followed by some noodles and a little bit of scallions is really tasty; the scallions add the finishing touch!
The soft-boiled egg has a hint of wine aroma, which is quite nice. The chicken char siu, whether from the breast or thigh, is not dry at all, and the thigh is particularly tender and delicious!

Seafood Soy Sauce Ramen $190
Ingredients include: noodles, seafood broth, secret soy sauce, secret fish oil, shredded scallions, chicken breast char siu, chicken thigh char siu, and half a soft-boiled egg.
I took a sip of the soup and found it to have a completely different flavor, with a hint of seafood freshness. The soy sauce broth is not overly salty either, making it a delightful soup!

The shop does not offer common ramen seasonings like shichimi powder, but there is a jar of chili-infused sake made by the owner. It’s not spicy, but has quite a strong alcohol flavor. If you enjoy a broth with a hint of alcohol, you can add a bit to your ramen; however, I personally prefer it without that addition, which I think tastes better~~

Overall, I really like this place. The prices for ramen are very reasonable, unlike some well-known ramen shops where a bowl might cost around $300 or even close to $400. Yet, the quality doesn’t fall short at all. I think it might even be tastier than some of those overpriced ramen options.