by @ramen__lord / Mike Satinover - November 12, 2021

A warm and intimate look at a year in the life of Bizentei, mixing sensuous footage of the many delicious meals with the warm and cosy camaraderie that exists between Ueda and his customers. It’s a smooth, soothing experience you’ll want to savour – not unlike a tasty bowl of Ueda’s ramen.

by Anthony Morris – August 5, 2021
Broadsheet Melbourne

The documentary equivalent of comfort food… as warm and satisfying as a bowl of broth.

by Chris Harms, Marketing & Communications Manager – August 4, 2021
Australian International Documentary Conference

While this cozy, heartwarming doc is about the artistry of an excellent bowl of soup, it is just as much about the power of community and connection…. It’s one of the best picks at Hot Docs if you’re burnt out on pandemic docs and ready for a feel-good watch.

by Madeline Lines – May 7, 2021
POV Magazine

John Daschbach’s gentle documentary looks at a year in the life of chef Masamoto Ueda’s tiny Tokyo ramen bar.

by Norman Wilner – April 28, 2021
NOW Magazine

“Come Back Anytime” grabs your attention with a stunning presentation of traditional Japanese cuisine, but it is the intimate portraits of friendship forged over crispy fried gyoza or melt in your mouth chashu that will capture your heart.

by Britni Rillera –November 27, 2021
Reel News Daily