A recently-opened restaurant in Cardiff has been inundated with bookings after a glowing review from top food critic Jay Rayner. Matsudai Ramen in Grangetown has seen a surge in demand after the write-up called its food a 'revelation' and full of 'deep care and thoughtfulness.'
Owner James Chant started out serving his food at pop-ups across the capital and sold ramen kits online during lockdown before opening his first permanent restaurant on Clare Road in summer 2022. Since then, it's been a hit with customers and reviewers - you can read what we thought of it here.
When top food critic Jay Rayner popped in to sample the food for a review in the Observer, it was a nervous moment for the Matsudai team. Rayner's opinion has huge pedigree in the foodie world, and James said it was "terrifying" when he walked through the door.
