Ramen rule: one person, one bowl.

A ramen restaurant declined service to a couple for trying to share one bowl, emphasizing each person must order separately.

Ramen rule: one person, one bowl.

So there’s this ramen spot in Japan called Menya Kiryu, known for its Jiro-style ramen that's packed with oil, garlic, and massive toppings. Last week, a couple rolled in and made the rookie mistake of trying to split a single bowl. The restaurant straight up told them they didn’t need to come back again after refusing to follow a simple rule: each adult orders their own bowl. They even refunded the couple’s money on the spot!

The thing is, Menya Kiryu emphasizes that ramen etiquette is all about each person enjoying their own meal. They acknowledged this couple had visited before, but let’s be real—they claimed previous flexibility doesn’t fly here! The message is loud and clear: if you’re rolling up to a ramen shop, come hungry and ready to eat your own bowl, or don’t bother showing up.

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