AFURI ramen + dumpling Toronto

Fantastic food and delightful atmosphere. Ramen was to die for, and the deep fried egg was amazing. Karrage was well seasoned and had good sauce (love the pepper garnish). This place has a beautiful modern aesthetic. Cheese cake was wonderful and fresh. The drink list is very unique, I'm always happy to see a yuzu lemonade on the menu. The staff were fast and attentive. I appreciate the spacey room - this isn't some cramped Toronto hole - you can breathe.

Afuri ramen at church St is one of the finest places for ramen in Toronto. We had a yuzu shio and Tonkotsu shio. Both are meat options which had pork belly and the broth was amazing! The flavors were good! Yuzu was a fine ramen while Tonkotsu was creamy server recco! The place has a remarkable ambience and service was perfect. Check-in on every now and then to see how we're doing and if anything more if needed. Love the service!

I recently got to try a delicious combo from Afuri, and honestly, I was so impressed everything tasted incredible and felt perfectly indulgent from start to finish. I ordered the Yuzu drink, the Tonkotsu Chashu Men, and the Mini Tori Karaage, and each one was genuinely delicious in its own way. The Karaage was a standout for me super crispy on the outside yet tender and juicy on the inside. The special sauce at the bottom added this bright, zesty kick that tied it all together beautifully. The Tonkotsu Chashu Men was comforting and full of flavor, with rich broth, fresh noodles, and perfectly cooked chashu. Every bite felt warm and satisfying, especially on a chilly day. The Yuzu drink was a pleasant surprise it’s carbonated, which gives it a fun, refreshing twist. It pairs really well with the richness of the ramen and fried chicken, balancing everything out nicely. The restaurant itself has a clean, modern interior with a cozy atmosphere. Their menu offers a great variety of ramen options, sides, and drinks, so there’s definitely something for everyone. I also appreciated that the service was quick and the staff were friendly and welcoming they really made the experience even better. If you plan on visiting, I’d recommend booking a table ahead of time, as it does get quite busy, especially during peak hours. Overall, Afuri is an excellent spot for anyone craving a warm, flavorful, and satisfying meal. I’ll definitely be coming back to try more dishes soon. 🍜❤️

Visited previously while in the Church-Wellesley Village. Afuri Ramen is a chain of ramen restaurants with locations located globally and serves in an izakaya-style environment. One of their popular offerings is their Ramen Combo, which comes with a main ramen or tsukemen or donburi, along with a small version of their popular appetizers and one drink (including their house-made drinks). The Yuzu Shio Ramen is a lighter, salt-based chicken broth ramen with chashu and has a hint of yuzu in the soup which adds the unique citrus taste. Portion size of the ramen was decent, however, the amount of chashu was a bit lacking. The small Tori Karaage was a smaller version of their regular Karaage appetizer, which was still a decent portion overall and helped to add protein to the meal compared to the ramen. Their signature Yuzu Limeade was a unique citrus flavoured drink, and was fairly refreshing. The restaurant inside is more of an open concept, where the kitchen and bar are visible so you are able to see staff make your ramen as you wait. Service was very friendly and courteous as well, in helping us with locating a table and taking our order. Overall, it's a decent spot for ramen in the area given it's unique twist on ramen. Given its popularity in the area with students and others in the area, expect a short wait during peak hours.

Yummy combo at pretty good value. - Yuzu Tsuyu: Nicely chewy ramen, tangy sauce, pretty good size. - Salmon Handroll: Pretty good quality salmon though the nori was a bit too chewy. - Yuzu Limeade: Super refreshing and not overly sweet. Service was welcoming. Kitchen was quick. Place was spacious and cleanly decorated. A nice spot for a meal.

Had lunch here, everything we ordered was wonderfully delicious. Definitely recommend the signature yuzu ramen here. I like the interior decoration style of the restaurant. So I took some pictures of the decorations too.

Although it was Dec 25,they were open and managed to operate very good. All food was great and the Draft Sapporo was perfect. Great and polite staff.

Overall, a great experience! The service was friendly and attentive, though there was only one server handling everything, so things moved a bit slower. The food was excellent especially if you enjoy a lighter broth. Their famous yuzu ramen was refreshing, flavorful, and definitely worth trying. Prices were on the high side about $20 per bowl, making it a solid spot for quality ramen without breaking the bank. Would definitely come back!

Went for my birthday for a FREE bowl of ramen and it was amazing! The yuzu chicken broth is perfectly balanced, refreshing and flavourful! Charsiu is good. Love how the noodles are chewy too. I love the interior. Service was pretty good as well!

This was such a great experience at Afuri Ramen! It hits the spot in cooler weather, and the bowl of that perfectly seasoned broth full of umami really does the trick. The interior was very pleasing to the eye. The service was amazing, the server was really helpful and repeated the order back to ensure we have the order correct. The handroll was not wrapped properly and tight so it was falling apart, but the bowl of ramen makes up for it. Great experience overall!

Great food Great service Some amazing gastronomical big moments Lovely staff and clean fun to watch kitchen

Afuri is conveniently located on Church street. Green P street parking is close by and not expensive. When you walk in to the open space it gives off a very chill vibe with exposed vents in the high ceilings. You can see right into the open kitchen where they diligently prepare your meal. They have a lot of options on the menu. I chose a mini tori karage which was fantastic. It was flavorful, not oily and I loved the egg salad that went with it. The tonkotsu charsu men was also delicious w thin noodles, super soft chicken char su/ poached chicken which was unfortunately cold (they probably made it ahead of time), delicious pork belly pork char su, and spicy miso. The ramen was piping hot and a good portion. It wasn't too big but wasn't too small. Since a ramen alone is $20-25, I'd highly recommend getting the combo for $30. The flavors are great and service is good. I would come back.

I ordered the $30 ramen combo, which includes an appetizer, ramen and drink. It's a nice value for a downtown ramen restaurant! Personally I had the Tonkotsu Chashu Ramen and the Salmon Poke Taco. The taco was a great start -- a small, crispy bite packed with fresh salmon and vibrant flavours. Unfortunately, the ramen was a letdown. While the chicken topping was tender and well cooked, the broth itself lacked the richness and depth I expected, especially compared to my experience at this chain in Japan. The Yuzu Lemonade was a highlight -- refreshing, crisp, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of citrus tang. They have a homemade ginger ale that Id come back and try! The restaurant had a bright, airy atmosphere with high ceilings and comfortable booths that worked well for larger groups. Service was attentive -- the staff were friendly and quick to refill water throughout the meal. Overall, a pleasant dining experience with great service and atmosphere, but the ramen didn't quite live up to the original standard. It's has potential which is why I'd give it another chance and also try their signature yuzu flavoured ramen next time.

Free ramen, full heart. I read online that Afuri Ramen offers a free ramen on your birthday, so I decided to check it out -- and yes, it's true! I went with my ID, and they actually gave me a free bowl of ramen. Totally worth it! The ramen itself was excellent -- beautifully balanced broth, fresh noodles, and clean flavors that hit all the right notes. They only have one vegetarian option, but it's well-executed and satisfying. Service was on the slower side, which I suspect was due to being slightly understaffed that evening, but the team remained friendly and attentive once at the table. The space is impressive -- high ceilings, plenty of seating, an in-house bar, and mellow background music that makes it easy to linger. It's a great spot whether you're solo, on a date, or dining with friends. Overall, a great experience and a solid pick for quality ramen in a lively, comfortable setting -- with an extra bonus if you happen to be celebrating your birthday!

Lovely ramen place with ramen noodles done to perfection and made in store. Soup bases so rich and flavourful. Some interesting creations like yuzu shio Chicken meat very tender, charsiu has a touch of sweetness . The combo portion was on point. Yuzu limonade was refreshing. Combos starting at $30 including an appetizer, a noodle/ rice bowl and a drink. Happy hour from 2-5pm, Mon-Fri only. Service was great, interior design was clean, spacious and beautiful with high ceiling. Highly recommended. Just as good as their Vancouver location Free wifi Free vanilla ice cream with Google review

Afuri is a great spot to grab some hot ramen and karaage when you have evening cravings. The restaurant is open concept and you can see the chef working away near the bar. They have bar, bench, and regular tables and should be able to accommodate 40+ patrons at a time. The high ceilings and the street view is pretty nice at night and gives a nice ambient feel to the meal. Service was quick, 20 mins ish for ramen and fried chicken and the staff was attentive with our water refills. We got the following: - Yuzu Ratan (pretty strong yuzu flavor and strong broth) - Kara Tsuyu (dry noodle with dipping sauce, nice and light) - Tori Karaage (big pieces of fried chicken with LOTS of sauce) The meal was very filling and enjoyable and the price was great for the quality and quantity of food. Will be back to try their unique non-alcoholic beverage, hard shell tacos, and sushi rolls next time.

Afuri is famous for the yuzu ramen and now they offer 3 courses menu for $29.95. Great deal with great taste. The spicy kaarage is huge for a side.

We came to Afuri to celebrate a birthday. On the day of your birthday, you get a free ramen bowl of either yuzu shio and hazelnut tan tan. Wasn't a fan of the nut options in hazelnut tan tan so we ordered the yuzu shio. The broth tasted too clean, missing the richness of bones and light on salt. On the side, we ordered hamachi tartare and spicy tori kaarage. Great options as appetizer. It was busy when we visited so service was scrambling to meet the restaurant's demands.

Ok Afuri ramen's Kara Tsuyu Tsukemen is one of my favourite bowls of ramen in the city. You can also get the spicy version too if you like though I've only tried the non-spicy. I love the refreshing citrus taste and that you can choose to enjoy it cold so perfect for the summer months. It's generally quite easy to score seats here. I love the big floor to ceiling windows and the layout of the seats where you can enjoy dine-in with a group of friends or even dine-solo if you want. The others that had their shio and this other spicy ramen in broth (forgot the exact name), didn't enjoy theirs as much as mine. So definitely recommend the tsukemen here. We also enjoyed the hamachi ceviche. I like the fried soft shell crab but my SO says it taste a little hard to be soft shell maybe just his piece. PS they also have a birthday special where you can get a bowl of ramen for free on the day of your birthday.

Been to this restaurant before. Loved the ramen and the appetizers they offer. The service was good but could be better as when my partner wanted to pay for the bill, no one was there for awhile to assist him. Place was spacious and enjoyed the vibe. But the portion is a bit smaller compared to other ramen spots for the price.

Friendly staff and a warm atmosphere is what's guaranteed when you visit this place! If you don't know which side or ramen bowl to go with, just ask what they recommend. You won't be disappointed I went in ok Monday at around 3:30pm and I'm shocked there were only a few people there. For this quality and the neighborhood I would expect this place to be packed but I guess my timing was also a bit unusual That being said, folks started to trickle in around 4:30pm. Anyways, loved the spicy Tori Karaage and Edamame. Now about the ramen, I got the yuzu ratan and boy... did the broth hit the spot! As for the pork, it wasn't as flavorful as I would've hoped but it was really good! The cheesecake as you can see from the pictures looked a bit burnt but don't let that fool! That's how a basque cheesecakes are supposed to be and it was so delicious with the yellow yuzu sauce Overall, I can't recommend this place enough

Casual dining atmosphere with good service. Tried the Yuzu shio which was salty with an aftertaste of tarte. For my liking, it was too sour and the yuzu overpowered the dish, though I can see how some people would enjoy this flavour profile The tonkatsu chashu men was also okay. I expected the broth to be richer with more umami, but it was quite normal tasting. The noodles were perfectly cooked with the perfect amount of chewiness for thin noodles. 3/5 stars because I expected the flavour of the broths to be more special given their price

I LOVEEE their tsukemen as the yuzu broth is delightful. That yuzu citrus brightens and lightens the dish, making it very refreshing. The ramen was fresh and had the right amount of bounce and chew to them, not overcooked and soggy nor too al dante for ramen. Their pork that I got with my order was tender, flavourful and not overpowered by the yuzu broth. Simply delicious combo! Highly recommend. Also clean interior and very friendly staff.

Came for my sister's birthday and had such a lovely time. Our server was friendly and courteous, and let us choose where we'd like to sit. There's plenty of seating inside great for a solo meal or groups of 2-6. They have this great promotion where they give you a free bowl of ramen for your birthday, just show your ID! Here's what we ordered: * Tonkotsu Chashu Men $24.95 (free birthday meal) * Poke Salmon Tacos $13.95 The ramen broth was flavorful and delicious. The taco was perfectly crunchy and the salmon was so tasty and fresh. Highly recommend! The interior is lovely, with high ceiling, concrete walls, and a full service bar. 20250717

I did a review for Afuri Ramen when they opened but can't find it on Yelp. I loved it so much I went here for my birthday! I was excited to get my free ramen at Afuri Ramen for my birthday! You just show your ID. When I arrived with a friend I was warmly greeted by Tumul who gave us excellent customer service during our delicious lunch! We arrived early at 11:30am and beat the lunch rush. The ambiance was nice and spacious and I loved all the sunlight coming through the big windows. The only choice for my birthday ramen was called Yuzu Shio and everything about it was delicious but it was a chicken broth. I prefer pork broth and maybe I could have asked for it next time. YUZU SHIO shio tare, chicken broth, chi-yu, menma, greens, chashu, egg, nori, yuzu, thin noodle My friend really enjoyed his Hamachi Don which he ate so quickly! It looked colourful too. HAMACHI DON yellowtail, poke sauce, onion, scallion, hazelnut rayu, sesame, sushi ginger, kizami nori, sushi rice We also shared two appetizers which we really loved! Except the Spicy Pork Tacos were way too spicy for me. POKE SALMON TACOS crispy gyoza shell, salmon, scallion, poke sauce, sushi ginger, radish, lime aioli, micro greens, lime SPICY PORK TACOS crispy gyoza shell, toban-jan miso pork, cucumber, onion, spicy miso, lime aioli, radish, chives, sweet soy glaze, lime The good food and great customer service really made my birthday special! Big thanks to Yumul and the chefs!

Chic atmosphere and good, standard ramen. I had the tonkatsu tantan. Service was ok and quite slow. Not sure if I'd make the trek out again.

I tried the Tonkotsu ramen and also the Crispy Buta Gyoza. The Gyoza was not bad, it was crispy and had a decent sauce. The Tonkotsu ramen was probably one of the most bland ramens I have had in a restaurant. The noodles were not bad, but the broth had so little flavour. I also tasted the Yuzu ramen. More unique but still not very good. I am hesitant about ramen in Toronto and this is probably one of the worst I have had. I don't know how this place has locations around the world serving this quality of ramen. The service was completely basic, but sufficient. Atmosphere is ok. I would steer clear. So many better ramen places.

Overall the food was good. Couple of things we got were mid. The dumplings were the best part though. The young man who waited on us did an amazing job. It's a nice atmosphere. Really laid back. Kind like a Starbucks vibe. They have a bar space also. It's not really big though. I could see this spot being busy during lunch hour. I recommend the crispy buta gyoza.

Afuri specializes in Yuzu ramen, it tastes so light and flavourful! They have a combo where you can get a ramen, small app and drink for 27$. We ordered yuzu shoyu, tonkotsu ship ramen, takoyaki and a housemade gingerale. The waitress was very nice and patient, answered all of our questions. I love the industrial looking interior, so cool! You can get a free ramen on the day of your birthday by showing your ID!

I arrived after my family and although the sever noticed me coming in, they didn't come offered me a water or beverage nor did they come take my order. I had to wave down someone else to take my order, no utensils were given, I had to ask once again. I was pretty disappointed as I had heard great things about Afuri. The my ramen didn't take long to arrive after I ordered but once again I was disappointed as the broth was just warm and not hot as I expected. It didn't taste like anything special but the flavors were there so I give it that.

Ramen was so delicious!! Afuri is known for their yuzu infused ramen so it's very different from the traditional pork or chicken broths. They are richer and heavier. Afuri ramen is very light and their handmade noodles is a big plus. Fresh noodles means less artificial flavours and preservatives as it is made daily. This is a must try spot

The food is ok but the prices are a little expensive. All the more the extra toppings. $3+ for just 3 leaves of bok choy!!! And not much meat in their soup. The atmosphere is nice and warm though. Service was good.

I first discovered the brand at Pride Festival this year while lining up at a skin care brand, and went on to do some research. They're a famous Japanese ramen brand known for the yuzu soup base and have franchised over the world since they started in 2011 in Japan. The Toronto location is on Church St and Wood St, with a spacious location, big windows to provide ample lightings, and high ceiling with exposed concrete to give an industrial look, plenty of seats and a bar area as well. The kitchen is an open concept kitchen where you get to see your order come alive! On our visit, we ordered the following items and here're our thoughts on each item, starting with their drinks, followed by appetizers/ small plates, ramen, and dessert: - Yuzu Limeade: a yuzu sparkling cider that was super refreshing, not too sweet - Housemade Ginger Ale: less sweeter version of commercial ginger ale, very strong ginger taste - Crispy Hotate Gyoza Tostada: finely chopped scallop pieces mixed with poke sauce, beautifully garnished on top of 2 pieces of crispy tostada... it's not something you would find in other ramen places. Maybe the poke sauce was not house made or adjusted, the more bites you take in, the saltier it gets, and it overpowered the freshness of the scallop - Tori Karaage: Japanese fried chicken, but it's juicy and extra tender. You don't get the oily texture from the crispy skin. The sauce was a house made nanban sauce with taste of yuzu, so it doesn't feel as heavy. - Buta Gyoza: it's a well-known "wing-ed dumplings" in Japan where essentially the gyoza was pan fried and assembled nicely on a crispy shell to resembled a "wing" on the gyoza when you take it apart. It was juicy, slight crunch from the leeks.... YUMMMMM! - Yuzu Shoyu: soy sauce based broth with their signature yuzu taste, it was a refreshing bite all the way! The seasoned egg was boiled and marinated perfectly with a little runny center, and a sweet aftertaste. - Chashu men: soy sauce based broth but no yuzu taste. I still enjoyed it as the soy sauce was not overwhelmingly salty, it still complements a nice flavour to every bite. - Basque Cheesecake: normal cheesecake served cold with yuzu curd and house made whipped cream on top, and a few candied hazelnuts. The cheesecake itself was creamy and soft, you can enjoy a bite with whipped cream or with yuzu curd.

If you haven't tried yuzu ramen before, I think you should try! Their ramen is light and flavourful which I love (I like my ramen to have a lighter broth). It does have a hint of yuzu in it, making it taste different and unique compared to other ramen spots. Their watermelon salad was also really refreshing! The staffs were nice and patient and also helped us decide our order. The interior is spacious with an industrial feel to it.

This place is surprisingly big. But it was not well patronized during the Victoria Day long weekend. This restaurant was never more than one third full during my visit. The staff seated us quickly, but without much emotion. I had the shio noodle and I didn't enjoy the flavour. It was also light on the meat , with just one slice. The limeade was good though, not too sour.

This place was recommended to me by staff at the hotel I was staying. Had no idea there is a location in Japan and in LA now too. I was blown away by the yuzu based ramen. Tasted super light, fresh, acidic. It's seriously my new favorite type of ramen now. If you've never had this type of ramen, I highly highly recommend. You won't feel too heavy afterwards. Noodles were cooked perfectly with the perfect bite. Service was good. Would love to try the location in Japan next.

It was pretty good. I got the yuzu shoyo ramen, but I didn't realize it was thin noodles. I've never had ramen with thin noodles and it kind of threw me off. However, it was still pretty good and very flavorful. I looked on the menu and I guess the only ones with thick noodles are the tonkotsu tantan and hazlenut tantan. I'm not sure if you can substitute the thick noodle in the other ramens, but I think it would make them taste a little better if you did. My buddy got the ginger ale and he said it was really good.

Went to this place randomly and was craving for ramen that night. Nice ambiance and service. I ordered Tonkotsu Shio. They used a very light soup base, which was my first time trying it and it was a nice surprise. But I still prefer a stronger, heavier base. Not too busy for a Wednesday night. Price is reasonable for a Toronto downtown restaurant.

Saw this place on the map and had to try it out as I had just come back from Japan! I tried Afuri while I was in Japan and wanted to know if the Afuri in Toronto tasted the same. We got the Yuzu Shio Ramen Yuzu Ratan Ramen and some Yuzu Shio Edamame. First thing is that both ramens had a very strong yuzu flavour. Too strong in fact. I feel like they could've toned down on the yuzu as it overpowered the broth. Other than that, the ramen was super chewy and the char siu and egg was cooked to perfection. The Ratan broth could be spicier but it was still very good. The yuzu flavour on the edamame complimented the beans very well and I would recommend getting this if you like edamame. Overall, these ramen are comparable to the ones in Japan. I would definitely come back if I'm ever craving some yuzu ramen.

Such a hidden gem in the area ! I will be visiting when I come back to the area. The flavor of the soup was delcious, worth a visit. The combo was such a nice deal, as you get a mini appetizer, a full size ramen and a drink. The serve and staff was so friendly and was on top of it, the overall ambiance was so friendly.

This place has a lot of potential to be a favourite ramen spot. I have had the vegan ramen, which I was thoroughly impressed with especially considering most vegetarian based ramen is very watery and the flavour profile is just salty. Not this one. It was rich with the hazelnut and cashews, and the mushrooms were delicious. I only wish there were moreofthe mushroom and other toppings. My friend had the signature chicken yuzu based ramen. The broth was light with citrus notes throughout. Really interesting. It would be the perfect bowl if there was more chashu. In general, that would be the one area of improvement to have a greater quantity of toppings. The menu has multiple other options that I would like to try, namely the soft shell crab bun. Service was attentive and friendly. Thanks for giving out recommendations and compare the different dishes. The interior design is well laid out, with lots of space and a modern, inviting area to gather with friends for a meal.

Afuri Ramen and Dumpling just opened last year. With it's spacious and luxurious aesthetic, it has a very relaxed atmosphere. I decided to be adventurous and got the hazelnut tantan noodles. It comes with hazelnut broth, and miso cashews. Slightly strong ginger taste. Not my favourite broth to be honest but I commend them for being creative! Their specialty is their yuzu broth so I would definitely give that a try instead next time. Seems like people enjoy that a lot! I also got some winged gyoza, highly recomment to eat these fast because ours got soft once I was done taking pictures

Just landed at Toronto, I saw so many reviews on the red book said service bad and taste no good as well. Today visited on 2pm, not too crowded and I got great services and honestly really love their soup base with yuzu, definitely perfect on summer But no AC during my visit lol

I was told by my wife that it's a hype ramen restaurant on the internet. I might anticipate it too much so I found it a bit disappointing. Of course, there's no perfect restaurant. Every restaurant has its pros and cons. I start with their pros. It has the best ambiance among all the ramen stores I've been to, not only in Toronto but throughout Asia. Ramen restaurants are used to having narrow spaces and are hard to move. Afuri is different. It is so spacious! The tables are also pretty big. They even have a long table which seems like it is made of a whole trunk in the middle of the restaurant. For a ramen store, Afuri is a fancy restaurant. They decorate everything carefully, from the indoor decoration to the cutleries to the food, you can see it's very consistent with the Afuri theme. Yeah, you can even find "Afuri" text on the bun of the pork bun! The staff were nice and welcoming. You and your friends will definitely enjoy the meal time here! The cons were that I really felt the ramen and other food themselves were so-so. Maybe I'm being too harsh. Maybe people come here not for food but for the fancy ambiance. Whatever, as a foodie and a ramen lover, I still expect to have a good bowl of ramen to devout when I enter a ramen restaurant. We had their signature dishes, the Yuzu Shoyu or Yuzu Shio. They felt ordinary and didn't really have much yuzu flavour. The Chashu was charcoal grilled. That's lovely but I got burnt pork skin and I didn't like tasting bitter flavour in my mouth and it wasn't healthy, either. Anyway, it's still a gorgeous restaurant, it's very nice to bring friends here and it's also a good choice for a Japanese-style dinner with your date. But if you want to have a true bowl of ramen. I'd suggest you go to other places

Tried a bowl of the Yuzu Shio ramen from Afuri and only thought it was ok....the citrus from yuzu in the broth gave it somewhat of a refreshing taste, but I personally didn't like the noodles here, and found that the taste of the pork meat over powered the light taste of the Yuzu. This may have been better suited for my palate if served with chicken. The staff were all very friendly and greates us with smiles. We also didn't need to wait very long to get seated because we got there right before the dinner rush, and the food came within a reasonable amount of time. The restaurant itself is very spacious, and has an simple airy feel to it. Ordered: - Yuzu Shio Ramen - Crispy Buta Gyoza - Kakuni Pork Bun - Yuzu Limeade

This Japanese restaurant specializes in ramen and dumplings. It is a Japanese brand that started in 2011 in Japan, and it is franchaised. They are known for their use of high-quality ingredients (eg, noodle ingredients are flown in from Japan and made in-house), no MSG, affordability, and service. Even their bowls are hand-made and hand-painted, so no two are identical! The brand is named after Mount Afuri in Japan. Legend has it that Mt. Afuri is the father of Mt. Fuji. Their signature dishes are the Yuzu Shio Ramen and Winged Buta Gyoza. Buta means pork and gyoza are Japanese dumplings. During the grand opening of 2023-07-02 to 03, the first 100 customers get a free Yuzu Limeade. We ordered the following: 1. Yuzu Limeade ($7.00). Free during grand opening. 2. Hojicha Milk Tea ($8.00). 3. Suika Soda ($7.00). 4. Yuzu Shio Ramen ($17.50) with Grilled Chasu Pork (+$3.50) and Pickled Shitake (+$3.00). 5. Yuzu-Tsuyu Ramen ($20.00). 6. Winged Buta Gyoza ($12.00). 7. Tori Karage Don ($10.00). 8. Watermelon Salad ($10.00). The service was courteous. I only had the first 2 drinks, and they were refreshing. I only had the Yuzu Shio Ramen. The noodles maintained their consistency even if you took a long time taking pictures first, like I did. The broth was delicious; I drank all of it. The added toppings were also delicious. The gyoza were well-made and delicious. The karage with rice was balanced. The Watermelon Salad was extremely refreshing on a hot day. The restaurant has a very high ceiling with an industrial look and is brightly lit, helped by floor-to-ceiling windows. There is an open kitchen so you can watch everything being prepared. There is even a glass-enclosed room where you can watch a person making the ramen noodles and dumplings using machines. There is plenty of indoor seating, but there is no outdoor seating. This is the first location in Toronto. There are 5 other locations in North America: Vancouver (British Columbia), 3 in Portland (Oregon), and Los Angeles (California). The CEO now lives in Portland (Oregon). There is free WiFi. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible. There is one gender-neutral washroom,  and it is wheelchair accessible.  There is paid neighbourhood street parking. There are high chairs for small children. Review 2023-214

Food: 3.5/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Rounding up to a 4 because of the good service (although I've heard mixed reviews) and nice ambiance. We tried Afuri on a weekday night when there wasn't a wait and I was pleasantly surprised by how bright and spacious it was inside. There is an open kitchen where you can see all the food being made. They currently don't have their alcohol license yet so only non-alcoholic beverages are served. The menu was pretty easy to read and I like how there's a huge variety of appetizers (definitely more than your usual ramen joint). We ordered the Softshell crab bun ($12), Winged buta gyoza ($11), Yuzu shoyu ramen ($16) and Yuzu shio ramen ($16). Prices are reasonable given how everything has gone up in price these days and you can't really get a bowl of ramen for less than $15-16 nowadays. Our favorite dish of the night was definitely the softshell crab bun - can't go wrong with a freshly fried softshell crab in a soft bun with kimchi! The dumplings and ramen were however a little disappointing. The dumplings weren't very crispy and the filling just didn't taste that great in my opinion. The ramen broth is pretty light but the yuzu flavor ruined it for me. Maybe I'm just not a fan of yuzu in savory things but it didn't work well. I think I would have preferred the ramen without the yuzu flavor (haha). I would definitely come back and get their Tonkotsu ramen though. All in all, it's a solid place to try but the yuzu broth might not be everyone's cup of tea.

Interesting and fresh flavours. I got the yuzu ramen, which had a light and citrusy broth. Normally I prefer richer and spicier broths but this was also quite nice and refreshing. I think it would be extra enjoyable in the hot summer. We also tried their gyoza which had a nice and thin wrapper and a pretty flavourful meat filling. Overall an enjoyable meal and I'm happy to go back.

I came here on a Saturday ~2:40pm. Unfortunately, the kitchen closes at 3pm-5pm (which we didn't realize at that time). The hostess kindly suggested that we come back at 5pm. This place is always buzzing with customers. Avoid rush hours if you don't want to wait for too long! Back again on a Thursday night, and finally got to try their Signature Yuzu Ramen, and some seasonal offerings like Corn Kakiage, and Tori Tsukemen aka a ramen with dipping broth! The Yuzu Shio ramen was very light and refreshing. It comes with thin ramen noodles that are made in-house, with ingredients imported from Japan. The noodles do not become soggy in the soup throughout the meal The Tori Tsukemem was my personal favourite. It came soupless but with a cold & light dipping broth, and thick & chewy ramen noodles. The chicken breast slices were very tender and juicy! Also came with a full seasoned egg. I'd come back again to try other ramens! There are vegan options available ^^

Clean and modern space. Awesome customer service. They continuously checked in on us. Loved that they leave a glass of water for you to refill on your own so you didn't have to wait and ask for refills. Food was decent. Some better than others. I especially liked their special. My favorite was the spicy tori karaage and the yuzu limeaide. I wasn't a fan of the ninniku shoyu as much. The Tonkatsu Tantan was good, not great. This was our first time here and won't be the last.

This is a great place if you want to try some ramen in downtown Toronto. The first thing you notice when you step inside is how big and open the space feels. There's a big bar, an open concept kitchen and very tall ceilings almost like an industrial space. The service we got was very friendly, and our server made it a point to explain items on the menu and answer any questions we had. I had my eye on the hazelnut tan tan as I had never seen a variation of noodles with nuts as the main accompaniment. It tasted really good. The broth was very rich with a little bit of spice, and overall a very good dish. I also got some of their house made Ginger ale which has a very strong ginger taste. I thought it was really good but my friend got the Yuzu limeade, which would probably cater to more people. If you're in the area, check it out it's a really cool space inside and you'll also have a nice ramen experience.

The dumplings at this ramen shop don't differ much in quality compared to those in Hong Kong. However, what makes them unique is the slightly sour sauce, which is very appetizing. As for the ramen itself, it's the best I've had in Toronto. The char siu (barbecued pork) is noticeably well-cooked, and compared to other ramen shops in Toronto, they put more effort into preparing it. We chose the yuzu-flavored broth, which has a tangy and refreshing taste that's very appetizing. In terms of portion size, it's relatively larger compared to other ramen shops in Toronto, making it a good value for the price. 呢間拉麵舖嘅餃子，其實同香港水平呢冇乜太大分別。不過最有特色嘅係嗰醬有啲酸酸嘅感覺，好開胃。而拉麵來講，喺多倫多食過最好食嘅拉麵。叉燒有好明顯呢有燒過，對比起其他多倫多嘅拉麵嘅，佢哋嘅叉燒係相對整得比較用心。而湯底，我哋係選擇最柚子嘅湯底，食起上嚟酸酸地，又係好開胃嘅。而佢對比起多倫多其他拉麵舖嘅份量係相對地比較多，性價比係偏高。

they offer an amazing experience for anyone seeking a tasty bowl of ramen! the yuzu shoyu ramen stands out with its flavorful soy sauce broth and a refreshing touch of yuzu, making each bite enjoyable. the cozy atmosphere adds to the experience, making it a great place to unwind and savour a satisfying meal.

There seem to be a lot of high quality Japanese restaurants in downtown Toronto, and that's fine with us. Afuri has an excellent atmosphere (high ceilings, lots of light, not much noise), great service, and the food was tasty. Prices were decent too, at least after the USD conversion discount. 1 soft shell crab bun $12.00 - whole crab in a bun! 1 yuzu shoyu $17.50 - Never had a slice of pork like that called chashu 1 hazelnut tantanmen (v) $20.00 - Good vegetarian, but spicy 1 Toki Sawa $16.00 - Nicely blended bourbon cocktail 1 yuzu limeade $7.00 1 Matcha Ice Cream Sandwich $9.00 - very good and unique Place was busy on a Saturday night, but had a few open tables so a party of two didn't have to wait. They have some bar seating too.

Really enjoyed this space and the food! Welcomed as soon as you walk into this bright and modern space. They were so helpful in picking out what I wanted. Even let me try a taste of one of their cocktails to see if I actually wanted to order a full glass. I had ramen with extra kakuni because I love this slow braised pork!! Anyway, give it a try! It's brand new and I am curious to try other things they offer! Love the customer service !

Service was good. The restaurant was well decorated. Loved the vibe. There were a lot of food options and the dishes were presented really well. Lacking a little bit in flavour.

I have waited 5 years to eat Yuzu ramen again and Afuri has finally touched down in Toronto If you are looking for a strong, saltier broth, this may not be your thing BUT if you're a fan of yuzu (japanese citrus) and lighter chicken broth then u should try! I got the yuzu tsukemen and it was probably my favorite thing we got; the yuzu dipping soup had the strongest yuzu flavour and it was exactly what i was looking for. The noodles were obviously made in house cuz they were so thick and chewy The karaage was good with a very light batter and yuzu mayo dip. Pork gyoza had really thin skin but i thought the meat lacked seasoning, which i didn't expect since it's one of their more popular picks. We came later at night around 930 and most things were still available on their menu which is nice! Service was quick and friendly so no complaints there :) overall, i didn't think the soup was quite on par with what I rmb from Tokyo, but it's definitely one step closer than anything i've tried in Toronto! on our menu: Winged Buta Gyoza (6/10 ) Yuzu Tsuyu (9/10 ) Yuzu Shio Yuzu Ratan Tori Karaage (8/10 )