Bari-Uma Ramen, Jaya Shopping Centre

Hello! 

This is a bit late but better late than never. 

It was le boyfriend's birthday and he decided on Ramen for his birthday dinner. We wanted to try something new as well so we opted for Bari-Uma Ramen at Jaya Shopping Centre after looking at several blog posts on Top Ramen in KL. 

The ramen shop is located inside the mall so just park inside the building since it's pretty jam in that area.

So sorry guys but I was willing a little unwell at the time so I might be a bit biased. 

The interior was the typical Japanese setting with the daiso tea cups with the sakura on it. I wonder why a lot of places opt for daiso stuff...is it cheaper?? Anyway, there weren't a lot of people there that night. 

Looking at the menu, we ordered ramen, gyoza and yakitori! I was quite surprised that they had yakitori so it was a must try. Le boyfriend had a Noritama-Uma Ramen while I had a Kara-Uma Ramen which was the spicy version. 

Kara-Uma Ramen (RM26)

Noritama-Uma Ramen (RM29)

Presentation wise, it was nice but taste wise...it was a totally different taste compared to the usual ramens you get at Marutama or Ippudo. The char siu tasted like the typical siu yok (roast pork) you get at chicken rice shops. Moving onto the broth...all I can say is that it did not taste like the typical ramen broth and I was not impressed. 

Gyoza (RM11)

The gyoza was sub par while the yakitori was depressing. They basically chopped meat and vegetables and skewered them. You can tell by now how disappointed I was with the food. 

Green Tea & Black Sesame Ice cream (RM7.90 each)

At the end, we also ordered ice cream cause what could go wrong. Rite? The ice cream was obviously untouched for a very long time judging by how much ice crystals there were on top and inside the scoop. 

My verdict? Never going back again. If you want to try something different then go ahead but really not my thing. 

That's it for this post!
Cheers!

*All prices exclude tax.

Bari-Uma Ramen, Jaya Shopping Centre

Address | Jaya Shopping Centre, L3-11, Level 3, Jalan Semangat, 46100 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel | +603-7932-2958
Opening hours | Monday - Sunday 10am - 10pm
Facebook | Bari-Uma Ramen 
Instagram | Bariumamy
Website | Bari-Uma Ramen

Hot Japanese Chili/Yawatayaisogoro Ichimi Flavour Kit Kat

Hi Kit Kat fans! 

From my previous post, you all know that I have lots of yummy Kit Kats to review! After reading numerous Kit Kat posts on the internet, I went to Japan looking for chili Kit Kat and lookie lookie what I found the moment I almost gave up at the airport! 

Hot Japanese Chili or Yawatayaisogoro Ichimi (八幡屋磯五ロ一味) Flavoured Kit Kat! 

It looked like a normal dark chocolate Kit Kat but the taste sure isn't! It has a strong dark chocolate taste combined with the subtle spiciness of the chili! I love it!! No regrets on this one! 

I only found this in one of the souvenir shops at Haneda airport. Sad to say the Kit Kat Chocolaterie was a bit far off for me to visit this time but definitely going next time to try more flavours! 

That's it for this post! 
Cheers! 

KyöChon 1991, One Utama

 Hihi! 

Good Afternoon Foodies! Today's review is on KyöChon 1991, One Utama! I can't believe the very first restaurant is the same age as me?! Oh no! Now you all know my age...hahaha... that's ok! =)

When I first heard of KyöChon, I was very excited as it reminded me of this restaurant in Melbourne called Gami! Both are Korean restaurants specialising in fried chicken! No...its not fast food but seriously good marinated chicken in super good sauce. Gami was one of my favourite restaurants when I was studying in Melbourne! Sometimes you couldn't even get a seat without making a booking first. 

Anyways, back to Malaysia and KyöChon... I finally got a chance to try the infamous chicken and I have to say that it does not disappoint. 

KyöChon is located on the lower ground floor of 1U New Wing next to Cold Storage. It was close to 2.30pm and the place was packed to the brim and there was a line of hungry people waiting for seats. 

At the entrance, you can see a pop up of Lee Min Ho, the ambassador of KyöChon welcoming you in. Moreover, if you're first in the line, you get to sit at the waiting table which was signed by a couple of Super Junior members! 

We were seated after 15 minutes which wasn't that long a wait but considering the time we were there...hmmmm The menu consisted of labeled pages consisting of 3 flavours of chicken - soy sauce, red (spicy) & honey, side dishes, meal sets, and drinks. 

The boyfriend and I were not too keen on plum or yuja tea which came with the sets so we opted for ala cartes and ordered a set of 8 mixed wings and drummet each of red and soy flavour, kimchi soup, garlic fried rice and barley tea. 

The waiter will advise that it will be a 20-30 minutes waiting time. They are NOT a fast food joint! Hahaha! We didn't mind the wait as we played around with some still photography. =D 

When the food came! Yay! 

The tea came first of course and well...you can't expect much of barley tea but it was refillable so good on ya! 

Barley Tea - Pot (RM5)

The kimchi soup and garlic fried rice is labelled as 'new' on the menu. The kimchi soup was alright, a bit on the sour side from the kimchi but good. The fried rice on the other habd was oily...I know garlic fried rice is supposed to be oily but it felt like each grain of rice was covered in oil...

 Kimchi Soup (RM8.90)

Garlic Fried Rice (RM5.90)

Then...dum dum dum! The main dish - the chicken arrived. It didn't look like much and the portion was quite small...a bit if a let down especially since I'm used to eating Gami sized chicken. The first bite blew all the disappointment away though as the skin was crispy and the sauce was deep and flavourful. 

 Original Soy Sauce Wings Mix - 8 pieces (RM16)

Red Wings Mix - 8 pieces (RM16)

I used my fingers to eat since I'm not good with de-boning chicken like le boyfriend. (There is a wash basin in the restaurant so no worries eating with your hands) We took our time eating and the skin remained crispy the whole time! 

After the meal, you get Lee Min Ho postcards along with your receipt after paying. 

My verdict? TWO THUMBS UP! Absolutely loved it and wouldn't mind waiting in line again for more but the price is on the high side so watch your budget yeah! 

That's it for this post! 

Cheers!