Forget about the much-maligned dorm-room staple – the "soul-satisfying", "authentic" Japanese ramen of this "one-dish Wheaton powerhouse" may be "the best soup you have ever had" with its "amazing pork-based broth" (or veggie broth option); but "be prepared to wait" at peak times, since "crowding tends to slow things down" in this "small", minimally decorated spot; P.S. cash only.
Who Makes the Best Ramen Around D.C.?:
Here's a fun cold weather poll for today. Ramen is a dish that causes people to get obsessive. Certain regions and styles have ardent fans, and people get passionate about their favorite providers of the noodle soup. Today, Eater asks the question, "Who Makes the Best Ramen Around D.C.?" Share thoughts in the comments, and vote in the poll.
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