When it’s cold AF outside (so 9 out of 12 months here in Detroit), there is no better way to warm up than with a big bowl of soup. If you’re craving some Japanese noodles, check out ima (instagram: @imadetroit) in Corktown. Chef Mike add his midwestern flare to these Japanese dishes and the end result is to die for.
Apps:
For starters, get the shrimp + scallion dumplings and sake steamed clams. Don’t pass on the clams- I repeat. DO NOT pass on clams. I’m not a big sea food lover myself but these clams have opened my eyes (and tastebuds?) to a whole new world.
Mains:
When it comes to noodles, my two favs are spicy pork udon and forest udon and yet they’re so very different. Spicy pork udon is spicy (obviously) and full of flavor with a soft egg that makes for some great yolk porn. Forest udon is its very light and delightful cousin based on porcini broth making this dish vegan.
Check out the menu and head over to ima (located at 2015 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216)
I’ve heard about ima for some time now. My wife is always up for trying new places in and around the city, and now that I’ve read your article I think I’m willing to try, too. Thanks!
I’d highly recommend it especially if you love noodles!
Winter has hit Australia now so I’m all for hot and comfort foods. Ramen and Udon are out favourite go to meals when we’re out. Your photography is so good. Makes every dish looks so appetizing! The spicy pork udon would be my choice I reckon! Looks deadly:)
Thank you for the kind words but these dishes are extremely photogenic so it was an easy task! Spicy pork udon is so perfect for cold wintery nights
Wow!!! This looks amazing! The Boombap looks and sounds incredible. Somewhere for me to go to whenever I go back to Detroit.
Boombap was my favorite! And the clams. and the dumplings… OK all was amazing haha
I had to stop reading your post and eat due to your amazing photos and I am now thinking Udon for dinner. It is a bit far to travel from Australia for dinner but will forward your post to some friends heading to the US for summer. Thanks for the dinner inspiration!
Haha! sorry for making you hungry but let me tell you I was starving in front of the computer when I was putting this post together myself!
These set of photos are the real visual torture! Everything looks delicious and ow yes, I super love noodles! If I ever visit Detroit (hopefully soon), I’d head straight to Ima and get myself a bowl of Spicy Pork Udon. The soup seems rich and creamy…..and that golden egg yolk…..okay I definitely will have to eat spicy (instant) noodle for dinner tonight. Fake it until you make it, right? Hahaha
Haha – yes but let me tell you, the spicy pork udon at ima is out of this world!
Oh boy, I am so hungry now! This is a good reason to visit Detroit.
Detroit has so many amazing places to eat. You should stop by for sure.
I need a hearty brunch now! Your post has made me hungry. I checked their menu and they have some interesting vegetarian options as well – yaki udon with root veggies, beech mushrooms, and crispy garlic sounds like something I would enjoy. Did you try their rice brewed lager?
I didn’t try the rice brewer lager but I’m planning to visit ima soon so i’ll make sure to have it.
We don’t like noodles but we are planning a trip to South East Asia. So we need to accept it and try to like it. 😀
I think once you try a few different kinds, you’ll learn to like them 😛
I love such cosy and lovely places, Paulina. Ima looks so charming and I wouldn’t hesitate to visit it when in Corktown. Plus, the food seems mouth-watering and a must try. What shouldn’t I miss when eating there?
My favorite is boombap! I was at ima last weekend and had it again 🙂