Tomari-gi

CLOSED! You can still book a table online but don't as Tomari-Gi has closed. Local runours are that the landlord wanted to increase their rent beyond what was afordable. Returned to give it another go, this time knowing that we would only have the table for a limited time. It wasn't so busy this time so the noise didn't reverberate as much but there's been no design changes so I'm certain it would still be an issue if busy. The good news is that the quality of the food is still excellent. I think it is slightly more expensive (£100 for 3 people incl. Drinks) but good value. Service was excellent and we had a thoroughly good evening. Previous review...... The food was excellent and good value. Marked down on atmosphere because it's all hard surfaces so the noise just reverberates in an unpleasant way, could easily be solved with fabric panels. Table service was okay but, despite booking several days ahead, at no point were we told that there was a time limit on our table so we weren't even offered the desert menu as they wanted us to vacate for more customers. We were invited to finish our drinks in the bar area which we did but it rather spoilt what had been an enjoyable evening.

Came across this place by chance, just opposite the sub rooms. The whole family had ramen, all different including our very happy vegetarian ( declared delicious when finally all finished up!). Yummy all round, my pork hakata was soft and tasty with plenty of noodles. The restaurant filled up while we were there, and had a calm chatty vibe. We will definitely come back and eat more of the menu.