Photograph: Jolie Ruben
*Ma-yu* ramen at Hide-Chan

**Broth:** *Tonkotsu* (pork-back bone, garlic, soy sauce and pork-back oil)
**Noodles:** House-made straight noodles (ask for them firm if you like your noodles al dente)
**Toppings:** *Mayu* (charred garlic oil), pork *char siu*, scallion and jelly-ear mushrooms
**Conversation piece:** Owner Bobby Munekata's mini empire also includes Totto Ramen, Soba Totto and Yakitori Totto. *366 W 52nd St between Eighth and Ninth Aves (212-582-0052). $9.75.*

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Ma-yu ramen at Hide-Chan

20 essential ramen dishes