Ramen Danbo Robson

The line was quite long, and for a moment I wondered if it would be worth it — but it absolutely was. The first sip of the pork broth said it all: deeply umami, rich yet beautifully balanced, the kind of flavor that instantly transports you back to Japan. The noodles were just as impressive — springy, flavorful, and clearly made with care. One thing I really appreciated was how customizable everything was. You can choose the richness of your broth, the firmness of your noodles, and more, making each bowl feel perfectly tailored to your taste. By the end, it wasn’t just a satisfying meal — it was comfort in a bowl. Definitely worth the line.

First time to come here because we are from Calgary. Highly recommended by a family friend. Had to wait in line for at least 30 minutes, but it was all worth it. The Ramen was sooo good - broth was creamy, and the noodles was just right. Also ordered some gyoza on the side - very tasty too. Will definitely come back here, on our next vacation.

Finally... this is far better than all of the Ramen i had in Vancouver. What i like about this place is you can customize your ramen or broth, i choose all standard and it was good, may be i should have asked for more rich broth.. well save it for next time. Extra bit of karadare is 0.50 if you ask after the meal. With eggs, nori, extra meat the cost goes to about 19$ which is not bad given the taste. The time i went didnt have any queue. Straight in.

Food is worth waiting half an hour for! The ramen broth is divine, but the takana donburi didn't sit well with my taste buds - too much ginger for me. The atmosphere is quaint and intimate and the service is prompt. I will definitely be back again and wait for 30 to 45 mins to try the ramen and maybe the gyoza too.

We didn’t manage to try this place in Japan, so why not when in Canada? Nice ramen, not mind blowing but it goes to preferences. The broth was tasty and not too rich. We had tonkotsu with shoyu and miso, both tasty. The bowl of food is cheap, but if you want the eggs and the wood ear mushrooms or the cabbage are all adds on. The jammy egg was pretty tasty, the think noodles are not my favourite but wanted to try the standard version. I like my noodles more chewy. We also had the gyoza, pretty tasty (bear in mind they contains dairy, so the waitress said). The queue in the video is about 40 min wait. This was at 1pm on a Sunday.

My favourite restaurant in Vancouver! I get the Shio ramen every time, and it’s delicious. This is my go-to ramen restaurant. The broth is amazing, light and flavourful, with tender meat and springy noodles. You get to choose custom settings for noodle thickness, firmness, broth thickness, etc. I personally found the classic ramen broth a little salty and thick the last time I tried it, but I also have a preference for lighter broths in general. Save some broth and order “kaedama” for a cheap noodle top-up!

Danbo is definitely one of the best restaurants for me. Their sauce—the broth they use—is very good, it has a lot of umami, and it's impressive how they manage to maintain the quality. I went several times and loved it! I really like the menu (set daily menu) where you can add gyozas, eggs etc. It's totally worth it, the price is great, and the service is very good.

We got here 10 mins before opening and there was already a queue forming. Soon enough it was evident why!!! The food and experience was just perfect. Possibly the best Ramen I’ve ever had. Very organised and explanatory paper forms and online menus helped tailor your Ramen bowl to your exact tastes with enough variation to keep you happy! Must visit!

We were told this was the best ramen in Vancouver, and I have to say, it really lived up to the hype! It was the only ramen we tried on this trip, but it held its own and reminded me a lot of Nagi Ramen in LA. The ordering system is similarly efficient and and food was delicious. We had already had dinner planned, but couldn't resist squeezing in this ramen stop as a "snack." We shared the tomato ramen and a cha siu rice bowl. Luckily, we didn't have to wait long for a table, just a short wait around 4 PM, which is a great off-hour to go. I also appreciated the clever storage inside the stools for bags and purses. The ramen broth and noodles were outstanding, it was rich, flavorful, and satisfying. The rice bowl wasn't the highlight, but still a nice option to have during lunch hours. If we hadn't already committed to dinner plans, I would've happily ordered a full bowl just for myself!

Favourite ramen , always a line if you don't want to wait come when it opens (11 am). Wait might take quite awhile if you have a group bigger than 4. Staff are always friendly and very efficient. Restaurant is a decent volume for conversations. Easy menu you fill out a paper with your order and it usually comes very fast. I always get sesame negi goma broth. Extra noodles is only $2 / $1 for a full / half order. They also have a stamp card , 5 ramens = free gyoza, 10= free ramen.

This place is tiny and they don't take reservations so you arrive expecting to wait. We came on a Saturday around 8 pm and waited about 20 minutes. They have a great system down which means the line moves quickly. You receive a menu while you wait in line. Then, turn it over to the wait staff when you're seated. You select your preferred noodle thickness, broth richness, and toppings. I selected the standard across the board, since I hadn't eaten there before. A few minutes later your selected bowl of noodles and goodies arrives. I tried the vegan ramen. My bowl of ramen felt like a good value, especially with the amount of tofu included. Each item you'd like to add as a topping adds around $2. Next time I'd add a few more of those $2 toppings to take things to the next level and I'll be more prepared to modify the bowl to my liking. Overall, a tasty bowl of noodles on a rainy night. Would eat here again.

Wow! A favorite ramen shop, for sure. They specialize in thin noodles - better broth to noodle ratio. ;) Their broth is incredibly tasty. There was a long line out the door, which I can assume is their norm. We waited an hour. But worth the time, I promise you!

Remains a tasty ramen spot in the west end. Always a line but line does move. We waited around 25 mins during lunch. You get a slip of paper to make your choice. For $5 extra you can get a lunch set with gyoza and extra toppings or a mini rice bowl. Noodles arrived quick and broth was delicious.

I enjoyed their classic ramen! The chashu was very tender and paired well with the thin noodles and creamy pork bone broth. They also have minced garlic and white pepper that you can add to your ramen

Once you have Danbo ramen no other ramen may seem good enough. The robson one doesn't take reservations and there will be a lineup most of the time but its worth the wait. Its a small cozy place with a very traditional feel. I am a meat lover in general but their vegan miso reka ramen is to die for

I have heard about this place in Seattle, but never been there. Due to the positive reviews, I couldn't resist trying this place and decided to wait outside for 30 minutes (at 1:45 PM on a Saturday). You get to decide what you want to order while waiting outside and served within minutes of being seated. Worth the wait! Loved the broth. In short, my choice was perfect. My family chose a higher spicy level which kinda deviated the broth taste while i ordered standard. For first timers, the seats have space to hold your jackets/bags. Friendly and courteous staff. It is paid street parking around that place, so plan accordingly. Definitely worth the visit and since i live in WA, i shall visit the seattle more often as that one too has very good reviews.

Classic ramen was delicious. Really flavorful pork broth and the thin noodles held onto the broth well. Chashu was tasty though thin and came with two slices - I could see people ordering the extra pork add-on. I tried their sesame vegan ramen and also solid flavor but quite sesame forward and not so much umami as the pork broth. Good option for vegetarians Friendly staff at location. Try their digital stamp card! We didn't have to wait outside in the line 550pm on a Friday luckily, but as we left at 640pm there were at least 6 parties waiting outside. Waiting in the line when cold may not be ideal since they don't take a waitlist or reservation system

Popular ramen spot along Robson - this one constantly and pretty consistently have line ups - however the team works the line pretty well so kudos to them for preventing chaos - Shio ramen with the soft boiled egg hits nicely - broth warms you up and is flavored nicely - not overly salty or anything - the soft boiled egg really just melts in your mouth sooo good - Pan fried dumplings were alright - didn't add much to the experience and probably wasn't even needed. - seating does feel pretty tight knit - as they are trying to serve as many people as possible - it does get kind of noisy - as spacing is a issue. would come back to explore the ramen menu some more - but probably lineup dependent -

I enjoy a nice bowl of ramen every once in a while and this place is right on the money. It is a small and busy restaurant with table/bar seating that felt comfortable and not overly crowded. I can see why there was a line out the door. I happened to stumble upon this place after spending the day at Stanley Park fueled on meat pies and the other ramen restaurant I wanted to go to was closed. It was a blessing in disguise because this is easily the best ramen I've had across US/Canada. Price to quality was phenomenal. The fact that you can customize your bowl is what makes it top tier. From your noodle thickness to firmness as well as broth richness and thickness. They even let you choose to add umami spice to every bowl and have togarashi on the side for you to enhance your bowl as you please. My brother and I each opted for the Chashu-men Miso Ramen and it was amazing. The broth was very rich and flavorful and the chashu was so tender with a good ratio of fat to meat. Six slices of chashu hit the spot after a long day of biking and exploration. The noodles were perfect based on my customization and I even opted for kaedama to get a second portion of noodles even though I almost finished slurping the broth. It was that good. I highly recommend this place for an excellent bowl of ramen. It is definitely worth the wait and you can even grab boba nearby to keep you occupied!

Ramen Danbo never fails to disappoint. Even though they are a chain all of their locations that I've been to have been good. Ambience: it's a small Ramen shop and so there is always a wait. There's usually a line up the street but they try to keep it moving. We waited for about 45 minutes around 7 PM on a weekend. They do give you menus outside, so you get to talk about what you want and so you're ready when you get in. Food: some people got the miso Ramen and some people got the sesame Ramen, which is the fourth option and everything was really yummy. We tried both the standard noodles and the thin noodles and I think in this case I like the thin noodles better and having it slightly firm, added to the texture and taste of the Ramen. the Jammy egg was perfection and some of the best I've had. The pork belly was really yummy and I do not regret getting the extra slices. YouYou can never have too much pork belly. I like how they allow you to get a second order of noodles for only a dollar for half portion or two dollars for a full portion. Definitely get the full portion and soak up every last drop of your broth. The Donburi Was also very yummy and the pork was delicious and flavorful. I highly recommend this place because everything is just quality and yummy and the wait is definitely worth it.

Can easily see why this is the go-to Roman place in Vancouver. We went twice and on both days experienced a short wait - the line moves very efficiently. You select everything you want from a sheet of paper from the soup to the noodles to toppings and everything comes out perfectly as selected. You're in and out in less than 30 minutes.

This little hole in the wall is by far my most trusted and consistent Ramen joint. I love coming here. It's simple and it's delicious. And it's fast too. Slurp on friends. They have a system set up where you can put your name down if it's busy and they'll text you when they have your spot open. The servers are always very polite and have a system down to get people served as quickly as possible, you can get one of several basic types of Ramen catered to your liking with noodles broth, and meat. Mot much more to it than that. I love coming back here.

We were recommended this place from a friend and even before being recommended, I was curious to check this place out. We arrived here in Vancouver and after landing and putting our things away, we came directly here. Upon arrival there was a long line, and even in the rain! But while waiting an employee handed us menus to pick and customize our orders. I liked how efficient they were. Also if people were willing to stand and wait in line for 45 minutes in the rain, they had to be worth it lol. And for me, it definitely was. I got the Regular Miso Ramen with a Vegan broth and tofu. I ordered it with thick noodles and got everything else as Standard for Step 2. Since we were there for lunch, I got Lunch Set Special A with Vegan Gyoza and Soft Boiled Egg + Nori for my 2 sides. It was delicious. I was so impressed with how rich the broth was. It was flavorful, rich, and had a good umami taste. Tofu texture was good, I had more tofu pieces than I expected. Also the noodle texture was amazing too. Everything about the ramen was executed so well and perfectly. I wanted to savor every single bite of food I ate. I ordered another half serving of noodles after, I felt like the half serving price was very reasonable too ($1). Gyozas were very delicious too. I loved the crispiness on the outside and the filling was good. The overall total was pretty pricey for the two of us, which I think was due to the add-on's we got. But overall, I was very impressed with the quality and our food. Amazing ramen place, I'm happy to start off my Vancouver trip with this. I'd definitely come back here and recommend this to everyone.

So good. Yummy ramen. You can pretty much have your ramen any way you like. If you like the noodles softer or more firm, it's totally up to you. The soup is tasty. Again, you can customize it any way you like. Service is good. Line moves pretty quick, so it's not as bad as it looks. The seats open up so you can put small bags or water bottles inside while you eat; so cool.

Wowie is the ramen game in vancouver strong! The lineup to the place is warranted at the ramen here is S-tier. above that, they have solo seating for a quick 1 person meal. Came just before opening on a weekday so I didn't have to wait in line to grab a bite. The regular ramen is slighlty spicy to offset the richness of the soup. But it is perfectly seasoned at the normal saltiness. Ramen is a must get, but you can skip on the gyozas. Will be back when I'm back in the city!

There service was excellent and broth was excellent too. I really enjoyed the tomato ramen soup they had as their summer special. I liked that they gave us the menu while we waited in line to place our orders. I do especially appreciate that they asked if we had food allergies.. which my son has nut allergy. Few things they could improve on: soup was serviced warm and not hot ( I like hot soup when it gets to the table) and the tofu in my soup was cold like they threw it in my soup last minute. Otherwise, we enjoyed our experience there.

30-40min wait when we arrived on a weekend at noon. An employee handed out order slips while we were in line. Once we were seated, it was less than 5 minutes to get our food. FOOD: The tonkatsu ramen ($12.45) is smaller than the average ramen bowl, but the price is appropriately lower than other ramen shops. Having the thick noodles "standard" provided just the right amount of QQ. My partner ordered the thin noodles "firm" and thought it was just the right texture. We thought the thick noodles are probably closer to the usual thickness of ramen noodles. The tonkotsu broth was very flavorful and not at all greasy. We ordered it with "strong" thickness and "rich" richness. We would recommend "standard" thickness because I think modifying this option was what made our broth a bit too salty. Chashu is not as tender as I would expect, although the portion size was fairly generous (2 large slices) Overall, a cute and quiet eatery. It makes our list of top 5 ramen places we have tried across the world.

My wife and came in for lunch, my wife ordered the fat noodle type. But they gave us both the standard ramen noodles. The noodles were not very good. The broth flavor was good, but not the very best as the reviews imply. The portion size of the entire bowl is rather small, with only two very thin slices of pork provided. The service is cold, uninviting and rushed. Overall, this was not a good experience for my wife and I. And I do not recommend this place.

I have been to Vancouver twice and visited this ramen shop at different locations. At both the Kitsilano and downtown Vancouver locations, there was a wait to get seated. At this specific location, they don't seem to take numbers or names; you physically have to wait as they seat people in order of first come first serve. There are two ramen bases -- a veggie and their most popular tonkotsu option. Once you pick the base you want, the staff hands you a paper in line to customize your toppings, broth thickness, noodle thickness, etc. similar to if you have been to Ramen Nagi in California, or Ichiran globally. With my sister and mom, we arrived here around 9pm and probably didn't get seated until 9:30pm. The staff was really good at turning over tables, and getting people in and out fairly quick. Once we got seated by the counter, we handed them our papers, waited maybe 10 minutes, and were delivered hot bowls of fresh ramen in front of our hungry eyes. Everything from the chashu, broth, ramen noodles and egg are so fresh, it is hard to not chow down so quickly! We loved everything and thought everything was perfect. With tax, tip , adding the eggs and extra chashu, everything turned out to be $14 USD per person, which in my opinion is a steal.

There is ALWAYS a line at this place and people said best ramen in Vancouver so this Japanese girl had to try it! Between us we got the classic, Shio, and Negi coma (green onion sesame) - the classic broth was my favorite!! The standard bowl only comes with green onions and a few chashu so know that everything else is an add on from the base price of a bowl. The soft boiled egg was yum! Keep in mind you can customize MOST of it - amount of spice (I got a little sauce on the side and phew it's spicy), amount of fat, noodles, toppings, etc - I perhaps took out oo much fat/richness when I went with my light Shio flavor. My kid's classic with mostly standard settings was so good I wanted to take his, but being the good mom that I am, I only took a few spoonfuls. The noodles were the only thing, I felt like they were not my usual jam. It's the Hakata (?) style thin noodles so not unexpected, but everything else was so good, I wish the noodles were my thing too. Maybe I should've tried the thick noodles. If I have another opportunity to go, I'll try that and see what I think!

Excellent spot for ramen in downtown Vancouver. If you go outside of rush hour, the wait is minimal. Service is very quick and they will lead you to your seat in this casual spot. I opted for thick noodles and they were properly cooked, tofu was delicious and the broth was well balanced and flavorful. Wish I have more time on my trip to eat there again!

Fantastic ramen place in downtown Vancouver Pros - excellent and fast service. The ramen broth is so rich and the ramen noodles so tender. An excellent meal after a day of shopping. Definitely pair it with a nice glass of cold beer Cons - long line but worth it! Credit card only One of the best ramen places in Vancouver. Definitely stop by for a warm bowl of delicious ramen and gyoza

The line was insane, so I ordered takeout and the broth was still piping hot! I had the Classic Chashu-men with extra eggs and gyoza, which was more than enough for a second meal the next day.

The most comforting and affordable ramen spot ever! The line did in fact take an hour, but the food comes out extremely fast and perfect to your customizations.

I went to the dentist a week after I went to Ramen Danbo. The dentist informed me that I had burned my mouth from hot food or drink. I had not had any hot food very recently, so I did not immediately identify the culprit. However, I soon realized it was Ramen Danbo. I ate the noodles even as they burned my mouth because they were so good. Our friend so graciously lined up in the cold for 30 minutes before my other friend and I arrived. We were handed papers and pencils to complete our ramen orders in line. After we sat down, we were told we could store our coats inside our seats, which doubled as storage boxes. I really like the versatility. The classic ramen with chashu-men was amazing. The pork belly was so tasty, and we all ordered an extra half order of noodles for only $1. I devoured my noodles so quickly. Even though I did not get any spice, I felt the broth was spicy as my nose was running. I still remain a little traumatized from how thirsty the ramen made me for many hours. And I barely drank the broth. I regret not selecting the light broth. The total came out to $19 plus tip, which was definitely pricey as I only got the classic ramen with meat and no additional toppings. I wanted to get the soft-boiled egg, but I didn't think it was worth $2. The service was very efficient, except for when we waited for our half orders of noodles. I am almost certain the server forgot about it because after quite a long time, he looked over and made a gesture as if he had just remembered. They don't have much seating inside, so I appreciate how the service was fast for the most part.

Not that this place needs another five star review but I must say it was seamless from the 10 minute wait in line at 2 PM in the afternoon, to being given a menu and a pencil to mark down what we would like as far as broth and noodles and extras, to being seated, and our order taken, and then this beautiful soup which can't be described. It's that delicious. The only thing I have to say is pay these guys a visit. It's really really good.

Amazing Ramen! Always a line. Went during lunch and during the weekday which you can get in faster. Service was fast so it's pretty worth the wait. Love the flavor of the broth. Finished every drop.

Amazing food, true Japanese style and options. Small place and a decent wait. He prepared to wait when coming , but it was more than worth it. Highly recommend.

Wait time could be 45 mins to 1 hour for dinner time. We went on rainy night and thinking about maybe there will be less people, oh no, still long line and we are all waiting under the rain. Its cold and ramen is the best food for the night. I ordered Negi-goma Ramen, loaded with lots of sesame and it tastes good. The storage under the seats are super smart idea and save space. There are tons of take out orders and it seems that it was non-stop. Ramen brooth is strong and tasty. Service is good and definitely will go back next time we visit.

Waited in line for maybe 45-60 minutes and it was totally worth it! A staff member came out and gave everyone a ticket to write out their orders so it was a very efficient process. The food came out pretty quickly too. The Genmaicha tea was nice and hot, and the Classic Ramen with thick noodles and thick broth was beyond delicious! My friends added spice and I absolutely could not handle that level of heat so beware.

Had to give this place a shot after my friend described it as THE best ramen he had ever had -- esp when commenting on the vegan/vegetarian versions. We swung by on a weekday roughly after opening time and there was already a little bit of a line. Not crazy long but did pose a challenge in the rain. We were able to sneak past a couple groups and be seated a tad bit early since it was just two of us rather than a 3-4 person group. It's also great that they give you the menu/ordering slip while you're in line so you know what you want asap and can put in the order once you sit down. We both had the negi goma but regular for the omnivore husband and vegan for me -- also got rekka because we wanted it to be a bit spicy! Definitely did not disappoint either of us and honestly, this was a pretty solid vegan broth~ The noodles had a good bite and weren't soggy or overcooked which is always good as well. We also grabbed some vegan dumplings to share which were solid. I was curious about the soy chasu donburi and vegan fried rice but that had to be reserved for next time! Overall, this place has great ramen at reasonable prices and is able to accommodate a variety of dietary restrictions which is always nice! Swing by (hopefully at a reasonable time so there isn't a wait) and enjoy some delicious noodle soup.

Only did takeout from here, as the line was huge. Overall the customization of the bowls is bar-none. Additionally, what was really cool was that they had a totally separate vegan menu that did not seem shunted off to the side or an afterthought, but the same amount of thought went into this as their regular menu- ie instead of chashu, they had a fried tofu. They also had a flavor equivalent to tonkotsu. Solid place and you can tell why the line is out the door!

Didn't know this was a chain all over the world. It did not disappoint so no wonder they have restaurants everywhere. This spot on the west end was tiny, snug and cute. They do well with utilizing their space. The square stools open up for storing jackets purses and bags which is very cool. They have a vegan menu which we loved. I got the miso ramen with tofu and regular noodles. My partner got the spicy mushroom based ramen with tofu. We scarfed our bowls down. Salty as ramen is, this has flavor too. I do wish there were more vegetables. The tofu was a lovely texture. The large spoons made it easy to cut up the tofu and sip the broth. Wish we had tried the vegan gyoza but we would have over eaten. They don't have much on their menu for alcoholic drinks. The service and staff were wonderful and efficient. Please come to Los Angeles and Massachusetts!!

Slightly overhyped for me but still really good. I'd give it a shot, but I don't think it's worth an extensive wait. I came on my own on a work trip so it was a short way for me. The thin noodles were a bit too thin for my liking but I can see people enjoying it. Soup is super flavorful. Overall very authentic. Check it out!

Tried their ramen with standard options quite spicy and felt the noodles were a bit undercooked the broth was spot on. I also liked that they had a vegan option. 20 - 30 minute wait time

I was so sad when I finished this bowl of ramen. I think this was the best bowl of ramen I've EVER had. I haven't been to Japan (yet) but I've tried ramen in NYC, SF, and LA, and this one has all of them beat. My partner and I are big fans of rich and creamy tonkotsu ramen, this place did not disappoint. First off, there was already a line when we got there for lunch on a random weekday. A staff member was handing out slips of paper for people in the queue to place their orders before getting seated. They also offered umbrellas since it was raining. I liked how customizable the ramen was. You can choose everything including noodle thickness, firmness, broth thickness, and broth richness! I was a bit disappointed that the toppings I've come to assume are included with ramen bowls like the char siu, soft boiled egg, and kikurage, all cost extra. But prices were reasonable enough that it didn't matter too much.

This place not only has good food, the service is amazing. I haven't been to many restaurants in Canada since I'm from Los Angeles, but this place catered to my 2 year old! They had kids bowls and utensils for us and even his own little small cup! I thought that was so nice. As far as the ramen it was 4/5 stars. It was really good and I would definitely have it again. We waited in line outside for about 15-20 minutes and then were seated. Wasn't too bad at all. I got the tonkotsu ramen with a bit of spice and it was perfect! Pretty small inside but service is fast so you're out of there pretty quickly.

The place is small, there's usually a line, but goes quick. Food never disappoints and warms you up on a really cold day. Always a stop when we are in Vancouver.

Everyone talks about the line, and yes, the wait is long. In fact, we only really discovered this place because we were walking down Robson and noticed the line down the sidewalk. We arrived around 5:30pm on a rainy weekday, and we still had to wait close to 45 minutes, so definitely be prepared. The staff hands you a paper menu and a pencil to mark your orders while you're in line, so things run pretty efficiently here. I ordered the Classic Ramen with all the default options and adding an egg and the nori. The egg was cooked perfectly and there was so much nori, although not complaining at all. The noodles were fantastic and the broth even more so. Most ramen places, I can't finish the broth because it was so salty. But here, the broth was delicious and every last drop was slurped up. I'm not a ramen expert, but this is definitely one of the best ones I've had in Canada/US.

Our first dine out when we first arrived in Vancouver, I was expecting a lot given the hype and the fact that multiple friends recommended this place for me. Unfortunately, I felt like it was just decent, we managed to get seating right away but certainly not worth queueing hours for. I felt like they tried to mimic Ichiran but kinda fails to do so. Rekka ($12.95) and Classic Ramen ($11.95) 5/10 You know how Ichiran sells and instant prepackaged version of their ramen? Danbo really reminds me of those tbh. The broth was super salty and tasted very msg heavy, noodle was doughy without being springy, and chasiu was one of the thinnest I've ever had. All in all I wasn't too impressed. The spicy version was very mild since they only added togarashi pepper. Pan Fried Yaki Gyoza ($6.75) 5/10 Again, just decent for what they are. Skin was somewhat thick and there's not a lot of filling. The exterior was somewhat soggy.

RUN, don't walk; be patient, not impatient. There's a reason why this place has long queues every day I've walked past this restaurant many times whenever I come to the city. As you walk down Robson Street, there are abundant Japanese restaurants and various cafés, nestled between retail stores. Ramen Danbo has lived up to its reputation for not only serving its traditional Tonkatsu Ramen, but they even introduced four types of Vegan Ramen, THATS RIGHT 4! The fact that they invented four unique broths, for which regulars, who shared with me that they would get that over the traditional, speaks to the ingenious creativity of the Chefs. Even better is that they have a vegan lunch special during the week! The lunch special came with three dumplings, and two toppings for your Ramen w/ a Sapporo because why not? The Gyozas were perfectly filled, and crispy. It's a perfect balance of flavors and veggies. The servers were incredibly friendly and welcoming. One even greeted me in the traditional Japanese manner. The version I decide to get was a sesame flavored base. I particularly enjoyed the half egg, which adds another level of umami to it; but you can select other types of toppings as well. I was in Japan earlier this year, and the quality of the food, ambience, and even the service was exactly what I experienced abroad. You can definitely see how popular they are in the country itself as well as other locations. You guys need to open one in DC. I promise you you will get a massive following.

A lineup at 5pm on a Saturday? This place is always busy. Luckily the line moves fast and that is because it is fast food. Most people are in and out in about 20 minutes. Decent prices. A pork based broth, order forms and pens are handed out in line so that you are ready to order as you sit down. It was convenient and tasty. I snapped a picture of some empty seats as they were being cleaned before being filled again.

FOOD I ordered the lunch special (ramen cost +$5)-- the classic ramen with two toppings (1/2 egg and nori) and was wowed! The broth was the star of the show for sure-- extremely rich and creamy, and the noodles had a good bite to them as well. The gyoza accompanying the lunch special was also a nice addition to the ramen. You also have the option to ask for extra noodles throughout your meal. From the menu itself, I believe the ramen only comes with onions and 2 slices of chashu, so if you would like other toppings like the egg and nori, they come at an additional cost. SERVICE The staff are friendly and accommodating. I asked to pay first before eating since I had a meeting to run to after, and they were quick to accommodate my request. The food arrived quickly thereafter, so I didn't even need to do so in the end! AMBIANCE The interior is reminiscent of a ramen shop in Japan! There are solo and group seating options, and it can get quite loud inside. For the solo seating options, there are dividers between seats, and you can see the ramen being prepared before you as well. PARKING Paid parking garages and public transport are located nearby.

One of the best ramen places I've been to. Well executed dishes (had classic ramen with chashu, gyoza, and buta don), kind servers, and busy but clean and well-maintained. Great bustling vibe. Japanese speaking cooks and staff, which signals quality to me.

Ramen is delicious and you have to get eggs with Ramen. Eggs cooked half well done and taste good.. It's a long waiting so you have to come early so you don't have to wait a long time.

Okay I don't think I can say enough about this place. Yes the wait is long, yes this can suck when it's raining and you're hungry, but whatever it is - it's worth it. We went on a Wednesday night at around 7pm and still waited about 40 minutes in the rain. They came out and gave us umbrellas. The food - just try it. You won't regret it. We just got back from a two week trip to Japan when we tried this place so our expectations were high and it exceeded everything. SOOO good!! The broth was flavorful, the noodles were perfect. And the customisations make it great for everyone to try.

I was visiting with my partner on vacation. We loved it so much we came back twice (on vacation!!!!!) Love that it was easily customizable, especially for a vegetarian who loves ramen!! The seating is limited at this restaurant and you do have to wait in line outside. Not a lot of space in between people and it can get loud. Service was attentive to all of our needs and we didn't feel rushed out the door.