I've enjoyed brilliant phad thai at Patara in London and crispy tangerine prawns at Wu Liang Ye in Manhattan. Now I can walk a couple of blocks down Broadway and enjoy traditional ramen at Ezo, a Tokyo chain with outlets in Hawaii, Canada, and now Seattle. First, though, a bit of a story. In sixth grade I accompanied my best friend on a family vacation to Hawaii. I was miserable.
Shadowy figures slurp beautiful noodles.
When I think back on that trip now, though, all I can remember is the ramen. I was delighted to be proven wrong. Each is available in two sizes, large and way too large. All except the vegetable come with a fish cake and a piece of roast pork floating on top. But the appetizers are as good as the ramen.