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What are your first impressions of the space as you arrive?
Domu, in East End Market, is a chic, modern space with whitewashed brick walls, cheerful murals, and edgy fixtures. Even when you're indoors, there's an outdoorsy feeling thanks to all the beautiful greenery and natural sunlight.

Who dines here?
A young and seriously stylish crowd descends on Domu from surrounding neighborhoods. Young families slurp ramen alongside groups of millennials and people on first dates. The vibe is fun and casual, through and through.

What are they drinking? Any house specialties of note?
The mango boba-mimosas will knock your socks off. Specialty cocktails use trendy ingredients like matcha, cold brew coffee, and yuzu-mint. If you like Japanese whiskey, you're in the right spot; there are more than 12 varieties here, including some aged 18 years. There are also 15 beers (by the can or bottle) and canned sake, as well. Skip the wines.

Sounds like the perfect way to whet the palate for some noodles. Speaking of—help us out and walk us through the menu.
House-made noodles and slow-cooked broths are just part of what makes the ramen here so good. Beyond that, a pan-Asian menu includes rice bowls, lobster buns with bonito flakes, and grilled octopus with yuzu. Finish with ice cream, which comes in flavors like horchata, Vietnamese coffee, and taro.

And how's the service?
Everyone seems stoked to be working here. Plates come out when they're ready—there's nothing like inhaling a bowl of ramen right as it hits the table.

Why would you recommend Domu? Who's it best for?
Domu is a choice that underscores your love of good food, which is why it's good for pretty much any occasion: groups of friends, families, and couples on date night.