Bari-Uma Ramen Novena Gardens

[Reviewed by IG Blogger: ef.foodie.sg] NEW: Newly opened authentic ramen spot: super rich pork bone broth Overall level: 4/5 ⭐ Ajitama Uma - Pork Bone Broth Ramen (SGD 14.9) Tori Ajitama Uma - Chicken Broth Ramen (SGD 14.9) Bari Uma is not new in SG but the Novena branch has only been here for less than 1 week. They are famous for their Tonkotsu (Pork bone) broth. For this visit, we have ordered 2 types of ramens. Food: As advertised, the tonkotsu ramen (ajitama uma) had a very rich broth, noodles soaked in the sauce. The chargrilled pork (cha siu) had a perfect balance of lean and fat meat, each side was charred which was nice. The chicken ramen (tori ajitama uma) did not have equally rich broth, flavour was okay but I would not say impressive. Ambience & service: staff were very friendly, decor looks like authentic Japanese restaurant; however, as it is an open kitchen, the place is filled with cooking smell. Bari Uma is not new in Singapore but has just opened a branch in Novena. They are famous for their Tonkotsu (pork bone) soup. This time we ordered 2 types of ramen - pork bone and chicken soup. Food: As advertised, the soup of the tonkotsu ramen (ajitama uma) is very thick and the noodles are very tangy. The charcoal grilled pork (char siu) has the perfect ratio of lean to fatty meat and is lightly charred on both sides, which is delicious. And the chicken soup ramen (tori ajitama uma) has a less rich soup base than the pork bone soup, and the taste is ok, but I wouldn't say amazing. Atmosphere and service: The staff are very friendly and the decor looks like an authentic Japanese restaurant; however, because it is an open kitchen, there is a lot of fumes.