Menkoi Ramen House in the Village at Sandhill
493-1 Town Center Pl, Columbia
(803) 828-3908
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Food’s amazing every time I go. So stop reading reviews and go. They got anime, good prices, and short wait time.
Parking: Parking close to the resturant may be tight but it’s not a far walk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Katsu Curry, Takoyaki, Rice Ball with Salmon Wrapped in Seaweed, Miso Soup
I'm sitting in here right now. I ordered chicken Ramen along with my family LOUD and Clear along with my appetizer. I received my appetizer but apparently the server didn't hear me order my Ramen. She delivered the food to my table and everyone has Ramen except me. I had to STAND IN LINE, Order again, PAY and wait another 25-30 minutes for my food. They didn't prioritize me at all and could see the cook visibly have an attitude when the server asked. I watched others that came in after me get their food first. I was told 10 - 12 minutes but we're 25 minutes in and NO RAMEN. Oh, it just came... I'm embarrassed in front of my little girl. Not a good experience...
This place has had good food from day one but has been improving its atmosphere as well. We need more places like this in the NE.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Looooove the spicy chicken ramen
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noodles
Went today for my daughters 11th birthday. Had to wait about 30 mins after the ramen was brought to the table for the rest of my order(pork Katsu appetizer which was very delicious but not worth the wait) My daughter vomited liquid in the floor and I cleaned it up with no assistance from any employees. Least they could have done was gave me a mop. They definitely need to mop better; the black on the napkins was not from her bright blue vomit.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Katsu Appetizer
Food was surprisingly better than anticipated. There was only one person serving, however not bad for being one person. It wasn't too busy, pretty consistent traffic but not overwhelming. Seating was acceptable and atmosphere was relaxed, this was around lunch time. I will be going back
Parking: You will most likely park on the strip in walking distance. Only around 5 spots directly in front of restaurant, which could be occupied.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen
A great little Ramen shop, I am in town for class and we had today off because of the elections, and was looking for hot bowl of Ramen to warm me up. The Tonkotsu Ramen did not disappoint. It had the most perfect Umami and was nice and warm. I'm willing to say this was one of the best bowls of Ramen that I have ever had. Also got an order of Onigiri, the Salmon and the Bonito were just as amazing. This will definitely be my go to for Ramen when I am in Columbia. If you need the recommendation to go here this is it. You won't be let down.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen
This is one of my absolute favorite places to eat in the area. The ramen is top notch and I am also a fan of their sides like the inari and onigiri. I always get some Ramune while I'm at Menkoi. The service is always great as the staff are friendly and quick. The shop is designed well with all the anime posters and they have 2 TVs which play various episodes as well. It's always a good time when Fullmetal Alchemist or HunterXHunter is on. This is a great place to bring friends for a unique experience and great food.
Vegetarian options: The vegetable ramen is fantastic! I'm not a huge meat eater, but there are plenty of sides that are vegetarian as well.
Parking: There aren't too many spots around, but its Sandhills so there isn't much that can be done.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Miso Ramen, Rice Ball with Salmon Wrapped in Seaweed
Cheap and good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noodles
Yummy and hearty ramen!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I like more noodles hard and soup hot .
Pork was good !
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
One of the better places to go in Columbia. It's not gourmet and not fancy, but it's what you want in a ramen place. There's not a better way to do it imho.
Parking: Parking is hit or miss, you may have to walk a few dozen feet or so, but you can find a spot not too far away.
Kid-friendliness: I would take my kids there. They play anime, but nothing that I would have a problem with my kids watching.
Wheelchair accessibility: There should be no issues with wheelchair users getting in and out and finding seating.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spicy Miso Ramen, Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen, Miso Ramen, Rice Ball with Salmon Wrapped in Seaweed, Miso Soup
Great service and love the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Takoyaki, Cha Shu Mein
I lived in Japan for 10 years and Ramen was my go to weekend junk food. This place was pretty close to what you'd get in Japan. More akin to cheap $4-$5 ramen at the franchise shops, but there's nothing wrong with that. I enjoyed it and I'll definitely be back. Having japanese cartoons on the TV was a little weird...ramen is typically middle class working men's food in Japan so that was a new vibe for me! Lol
Good work! 👍
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I had an order of Gyu-
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
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