Mensho traces back to 2005 in Tokyo, where founder Tomoharu Shono began building a ramen brand around house-made noodles and broths, honoring ingredients and the people behind them. The concept has since grown into a global operation spanning six countries and roughly twenty cities, with each shop adapting its bowls to local ingredients while keeping the core approach intact.
The Houston location, set in Chinatown, marks Mensho's first shop in Texas. Regulars have built a reputation around the ramen here, with reports of long lines and repeat visits for what's described as premium, curated bowls.
Houstonia Magazine named Mensho among its Best of 2025 picks, and The Infatuation has covered the Houston shop in its restaurant coverage.
The Houston location, set in Chinatown, marks Mensho's first shop in Texas. Regulars have built a reputation around the ramen here, with reports of long lines and repeat visits for what's described as premium, curated bowls.
Houstonia Magazine named Mensho among its Best of 2025 picks, and The Infatuation has covered the Houston shop in its restaurant coverage.