After years of being a David Chang fangirl, I've tried Ko and the Milk Bar, but I've never visited Momofuku Noodle Bar. I expected my ramen experience to be otherwordly, but it honestly fell flat. The broth itself was only slightly warmer than room temperature. The noodles had a slimy coating and a gritty texture. And the egg was basically raw, since the broth wasn't warm enough to fully cook the whites. My near-full bowl signified the sorry letdown. However, the mushroom buns (veggie version of the pork buns) may be worth a visit. The mushrooms are the closest thing to a vegetarian bacon that I've ever tasted. The sweet umami flavor, slightly crunchy exterior, and fatty chewiness make them a killer app I'd order doubles of.
