After three weeks of an intense math review ramen boy declared that summer has officially begun for him by sleeping in till 1 pm (those days are a faint memory for me) and then futzing about till he realized the time having missed breakfast and lunch that he was starved. I couldn’t really get angry with him because ramen mom forgot to have lunch too futzing around on the computer. Of course he wanted ramen and I didn’t want to cook so going to The Izakaya was timely since their happy hour started at 2:30 and who can say no to $5 ramen.
It was already a full house when we got there everyone patiently waiting for the half hour to start ordering. Three types of ramen are offered: house ramen, spicy ramen and vegetable ramen. I didn’t feel like having a bowl of noodles so I went for a roll instead. Ramen boy had the spicy ramen plain as usual with just chashu and we shared some pan fried pork gyozas. I have had the ramen before and let’s just say that it’s a no frills but pretty tasty bowl of noodles. Smart marketing on their part since the place is always packed for happy hour. I also like the small details like serving water with lime slices and a piece of candy with your bill.
Walking out the door for less than $20 is a great deal. Now off to get some $5 coffee.
The Izakaya
Ramen and Japanese Pub
5651 Freeport Blvd.
Sacramento, CA
(916) 391-1378
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