五目湯麺 / Gomoku Yumen / Shinsetsuen — Shimokitazawa, Tokyo

Gomoku yumen contains chūka style doubutsu-kei soup, medium width flat noodles and a plethora of toppings including bamboo shoots, cabbage, carrots, bok choy, two types of shrimp, scallops, sliced pork, negi, wood ear mushrooms and a quail egg. Served with za-sai, yaki gyoza on the side.

Shinsetsuen is an old school Chinese restaurant, serving Beijing style street food six days a week until 5am. The shop is beloved by numerous Japanese celebrities, whose autographs can be seen adorning the walls. 50 seats. Open since 1988. Less