Review of 京都炎神 (Kyoto Engine)

REAL ramen broth. This is the holy grail of gluten free ramen. The broth is thick, hearty, rich, and creamy. The noodles are also hearty and don't break apart when you pick them up with chopsticks. They have a system to keep it safe for celiacs, noodles are cooked in their own separate pot, the broth is already gluten free, and you are given a plastic disk that indicates you're gluten free. Everyone knows this place is spectacular, you have to arrive when they open or before in order to avoid the lines. Seriously, if you show up after 5 you will be waiting. DO NOT LEAVE KYOTO WITHOUT EATING HERE. I can check ramen off my gluten free search list. So now when I want real ramen and not some gummy watery sad substitute, I'll just fly to Japan.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent