Pixel 8 Lounge

Pixel 8 lounge has gotten a lot better than what it used to be when I used to be in high school. Since this place is right beside the PETHS plaza, there are always high school kids here. I’d say avoid at all costs during the weekdays, especially during lunch and after school. it gets rowdy and clearly the workers are done with everything and everyone, and it shows in the way they start to treat people. I remember coming here all the time back in the day during high school to grab a cheap meal.
I usually come on the weekends now, because it’s a pretty good deal and the food isn’t half bad either. I always get the satay beef ramen and although it’s not super saucy like I had first expected it to be, it’s still very good with texturized noodles. It’s a bit salty though so I always get the iced green tea that comes with it. The noodles are very thick and texturized and I think that’s why I like it a lot.
They are a lot friendlier on the weekends and always smile/​talk compared to the weekdays where they have to deal with pubescent boys and girls. I get it.
I’ve yet to try the fried ice cream though. from the pics, it looks SO good!

This place has been around for a while; a neighborhood restaurant. Having said, don’t expect anything overly fancy like the other ramen places popping up everywhere now. However, it’s not such a huge disappointment like many of the other reviews say. True say it doesn’t live up to the ramen standards nowadays, but if you want a simple ramen fix yet still tastes decent and without the line up, this place isn’t too bad. Just remember, CASH ONLY.
Their menus changed recently (at least from my visit last week). A lot of items have been removed, including my usual. However, the waitress acknowledged that order and asked the kitchen to make it anyway, which I thought was nice of them. The one thing I like about their ramen is the texture — it’s really chewy but tough. The unique thing about this place though is their bubble tea. It’s a lot creamier and sweeter because they use condensed milk which you can really taste, with a hint of tea flavour. It’s something different than the chains out there.
The price is decent with just a bit leaning towards the pricier side now, but until then I’ll still visit.

Environment is pretty well designed for that area. The food was average, nothing too special for udon and bento box sets, it came out rather cold. I came here for lunch and I thought the service was terrible. After paying, I’ve left enough for a 10% tip before taxes, the waitress actually had the gut to tell with a straight unfriendly face, «that’s not enough» and made me fidget for 25cents. If, in the case, I actually made a mistake, she could have said it much nicer. However, i was POSITIVE that i left enough for tips.

Pixel 8 is the place to go for authentic Japanese ramen.
It’s in a good area, right next to a high school, so it’s crowded during lunch time peaks, but still manageable.
The soup base for the ramen soup is very tasty and filling. It’s hard to explain in words, just that it leaves you wanting another serving. The ramen noodles themselves are also very tasty, and they don’t get soggy, as you sometimes find with noodles. They taste nothing like store-​bought noodles, as I’ve seen some comment. As for the toppings, just get whatever suits your taste, as they all come in great portions. If you’re one of those people who just won’t get full, you can add an extra portion of noodles for a low cost, which I appreciate when I’m starving.
The sides are well cooked, though often a bit lacking in portions, which is the main reason I stick to the noodles, and also the reason why I’m taking a star off, for the lack of adequate portions, though if I could I’d take half a star off.
The drinks are average, and if you like that sort of thing go for bubble tea (w/​tapioca if you’re up for it, I know several people who wouldn’t eat tapioca if it would save their lives). The passion fruit bubble tea in particular really suits me, and I recommend you try that out. Also, as I’m a weakling who can’t sleep at night if I drink any sort of tea (even nestea) after 6, Pixel 8 provides the bubble tea without the tea (bubble juice, if you will), at no extra cost.
All in all, it’s a great place for lunch or a snack. If I ever feel the need for ramen or noodles, I’m coming here.

Came here for lunch with my friend because she’s close with the workers but was kind of disappointed! :(
Everything was going fine and the servers were friendly. I ordered the chicken teriyaki ramen noodle (#33) and the chicken came first and then the noodles. I was about to dig in to the chicken before it was taken away from me and placed at another table!
The lady apparently had some mix up with another table and decided to just take away my food. So yea, was kind of mad but my chicken came 5 minutes after.
Taste wise, average. Nothing too special.
Wouldn’t come here on purpose just to eat but not a bad place of you wanna chill with friends. But the unorganized and unprofessional service really needs improvement!

This is one of my favourite ramen places to date. Not because their ramen is particularly good, but because I went here for lunch on a regular basis in high school. I guess you can say that this place is nostalgic to me.
Their lunch items are quick and cheap, starting at $ 4.99 per entrée and they come with a drink. If you want to add tapioca or flavours to your drink, you have to pay a bit more. My favourite lunch item is the Japanese pork cutlet ramen, which comes with a dipping sauce. The ramen itself is thicker than most others, but that’s half the appeal. There aren’t a whole lot of fixings in the lunch items other than corn and mushroom (other than whatever protein you choose; beef balls, pork cutlet…). Their dinner entrées cost slightly more, but it also comes with ice cream. They also have deep fried ice cream which is super unique and delicious. A bit of an indulgence.
The servers remember me and greet me warmly whenever I swing by for take out or a sit down. I’ve heard people complain about the service, but I’ve never had a problem with them.

Food isn’t that great… also very expensive $ 8 for some fish balls… and crap.
Much rather eat Ajisen ramen than this!
I also saw the waitress clean the toilets and not wash her hands and serve food.
Not very appetizing and very unhygenic. YUCK!

This is my favourite ramen place! I know the ramen tastes like instant noodle and the broth probably isn’t as fancy as Kinton but it just tastes good! Their selection of toppings for the ramen isn’t the best but for the price you pay, I’m very satisfied with the food. The interior of the restaurants is somewhat rundown and the washrooms are very tiny. However, the waitresses there are very friendly and they’re patient with all my questions.

Been visiting this place on and off for years. Menu doesn’t change much or at all. Food quality is decent and is not always consistent. I’ve tried most of their items on the menu and I have to say the stone bowl noodle soup and deep fried scallops are the best. This noodle soup is a daily «special», I guess — Not in price, but in how you want to order it. You get to choose the soup base, type of noodle, 3 toppings minimum (beef, tofu, mushroom, imitation crab meat etc) and a choice of a hot or cold drink (nothing fancy. Iced green tea or hot).
Thing to stay away from: RAMEN! :)

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Age takes it’s toll on everything…
Including Deep Fried Sesame Ice Cream.