Hidden Culinary Gem Behind Central's Bar Facade!

Central's H Code has become a trendy new hotspot, bustling with eateries and more foot traffic than Lan Kwai Fong at night. Recently, I visited Nojo on the ground floor. At first glance, it looks like a bar, but it's actually an izakaya serving Japanese cuisine and ramen. The place offers both outdoor and indoor seating, creating a lively atmosphere. Their main attraction is ramen, and the menu is visually appealing. Sashimi Salad A must-try recommendation is their sashimi salad. The assorted diced sashimi is incredibly fresh, paired with salad greens and cherry tomatoes, making it a colorful and Instagram-worthy appetizer. Soy Ramen Start with a soy ramen, where you can taste the umami of the soy sauce without it being overly salty. It even comes with a whole chicken leg! The tender chicken meat combined with the chewy noodles explains why their ramen is so famous. Wagyu Ramen Next, try the Wagyu ramen, another signature dish. It features a large slice of Wagyu beef that's flavorful and juicy, accompanied by a soft-boiled egg, making it a rich and satisfying choice. A must-order! Tossed Noodle My personal favorite! This dish has a hint of Korean flavor with ingredients like purple onion, cilantro, and seaweed, mixed with a special spicy minced chicken sauce. It's incredibly tangy and delicious. So good! Skewers Choose from chicken, beef, or pork skewers, each paired with fresh yellow bell peppers, button mushrooms, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. The balanced texture and visually appealing presentation make these skewers a delight without being too greasy. Fried Chicken Their fried chicken karaage is made with sake in the batter, making it softer than usual and adding a hint of sake aroma. Delicious. Corn Tempura I love corn fritters, and this corn tempura is even crispier. Each piece is fried to a golden perfection. The sweetness of the corn combined with the crispy tempura texture is irresistibly tasty! Strawberry Sunshine $68 A beautiful red mocktail with mango syrup on the side, allowing customers to adjust the sweetness themselves. Thoughtful and ceremonial. Ginger and Apple Slush $68 A summer-exclusive mocktail, combining the sweetness of apple with the slight spiciness of ginger beer and cinnamon, making it a refreshing choice. Kaoru Ale Spritz $68 Izakaya Punch $78 How can you not try the cocktails here? Kaoru Ale Spritz uses premium malt beer as a base, mixed with Aperol and lemon juice, making it refreshing and easy to drink. Izakaya Punch uses gin as a base, with added lemon juice, orange juice, and grapefruit soda, making it fruity and very refreshing. This place is definitely a hidden Japanese culinary gem behind a bar facade! Whether it's ramen or fried snacks, everything is top-notch. This spot is a delightful recent discovery! 📍 G/F 45 Pottinger St, Central