March 10, 2014

Kichitora of Tokyo- Small Ramen Sets at Glorietta 5, Makati

Does this look familiar? That's because it's the "lucky tiger" from Kichitora. We visited their second branch in Glorietta 5 last month for another ramen fix. This time, we were set to order new ramen choices we haven't tried before- Paitan Chicken Zenbu No Se and Tan Tan Mien



It's nice that they offer small ramen sets for a complete meal of appetizer, ramen and dessert. 

Chicken Karaage Paitan Zenbu No Se Set (P450)



'Zenbu No Se' literally means "everything on top". A special variation of the famous Paitan Chicken Ramen is topped with braised pork chasu, nori, naruto fishcake, menma, ajitsuke tamago, and a dash of flavorful fried garlic oil (ma-yu).

Tan Tan Mien Gyoza Set (P440)



Another Kichitora favorite, it is made with pure sesame broth, topped with minced pork, sesame seeds, green vegetables, spring onions, spicy oil (la-yu), and fried garlic oil (ma-yu). The broth was a blend of rich, creamy and nutty with a tolerable kick of spice from the spicy oil.  


The Karaage and Gyoza are must-try appetizers in Kichitora. The karaage has an exceptionally crunchy skin with juicy and tender meat. The gyoza on the other hand has a perfectly crisp bottom, koshi wrapper and juicy meat filling. 

Lastly, each set comes with their signature Almond Jelly to cap off the meal. It was sweet, creamy and milky with a distinct taste of almond and strawberry compote. 

Coconut Pudding w/ Matcha and Azuki (P150)


We also ordered Kichitora's other dessert, but unfortunately, it wasn't my cup of tea. Well, that's just because I am not a fan of coconut. 

The serving of their small ramen was just right for me, but D found it too small and not enough. So, he decided to get an additional order of Kichitora's Oyako-Don (P320)


Deemed as the guilt-free katsudon, tender chicken fillet is cooked with egg in a very sweet sauce, then topped with seaweeds and scallions. D liked this very much because it was sweet. Even though I was already full from my ramen set, I can't help but sneak a few spoonfuls from his bowl. 

Kichitora of Tokyo 
2/F Glorietta 5, Glorietta Complex, Ayala Center, Makati
555-1288

23 comments:

  1. Rochkirstin SantosMarch 10, 2014

    Did you get to finish that bowl of ramen by yourself? Haha yup, that's so filling but the chicken katsudon looks so tempting as well. :)

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  2. this made me hungry. the gyoza looks delish! :) and that ramen...oooooh! you made me crave for ramen!

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  3. yes.. actually these were just Kichitora's small ramen bowls :) they have regular sizes pa which are bigger :)

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  4. Marssy ReeseMarch 17, 2014

    They are so cute how I wish they have a store here in The Netherlands :)

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  5. yes they are.. and everything is just 88 pesos each! :) thanks for dropping by Marssy Reese! :)

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  6. Marssy ReeseMarch 18, 2014

    Oh you mean it. It's available in Holland? mmmm I'll go search on it here. Thanks mwuah

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  7. Oh I dont know if they have a store there. What I meant was they are really cute hehe! :)

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  8. Daiso is one of my favorite stores. I can stay there for hours just looking at their items.

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  9. Rhea Liza Lirios MunozMarch 31, 2014

    wow.. i love to try this one.. looks great.. nice review

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  10. Jhay RamonesApril 03, 2014

    Wow! I LOVE RAMEN. hope to try it soon in Glorieta. it looks yummy...

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  11. wew...ramen men!Love it!

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  12. sherry ann gole cruzApril 06, 2014

    Love to try the 'Zenbu No Se looks so yummy!

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  13. i like to try and taste the gyoza and karaage. :)

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  14. all photos look oishi

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  15. Henry DMMay 14, 2014

    I so love Ramen!! This is my comfort food. yummy

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  16. nice ambiance and foods looks great.

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  17. wow. i love tokyo foods.

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  18. Karole MandapMarch 15, 2015

    Japanese foods are one of the best :) Want to eat here ^^

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  19. Sheena ValenciaMarch 31, 2015

    From among the ramen joints out there, Kichitora's Paitan ramen zenbu no se is the best for me. :)

    By the way, let's exchange links. placed you in my blogroll here: http://www.hellosheena.blogspot.com/

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  20. sherry ann gole cruzMay 22, 2015

    love the Chicken Karaage Paitan Zenbu,looks so yummy!

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  21. mercy grace delacruzMay 23, 2015

    i love to try this..thanks for sharing it. makes me crave for japanese food

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  22. Woaaahhhh rameeen!!!

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  23. p a m e l a ÜJune 09, 2015

    Wohoo! More Japanese cuisine to choose from! and it's near! G5, Makati!!! GC to explore the good food please!

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