Yokato Yokabai Ramen

Ramen restaurant · Saint-Louis

Yokato Yokabai Ramen

Ramen restaurant · Saint-Louis

4185 Drolet St, Montreal, Quebec H2W 2L5, Canada

Highlights

Yokato Yokabai serves up rich, creamy tonkotsu ramen made with organic ingredients in a cozy, bustling space shared with an izakaya, perfect for noodle lovers.

4185 Drolet St, Montreal, Quebec H2W 2L5, Canada Get directions

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$$ · Menu

@eater

"Yokato Yokabai thrives at the art of rich, creamy tonkotsu ramen (a specialty of Japan’s Hakata region) using organic ingredients. Aside from the signature pork bone-based broth, diners can take their pick of torikotsu (chicken), gomami (soy), and vegan options, each customizable in salt levels and toppings. Run by Kevin Fung, also known for Westmount’s long-standing Imadake izakaya, the ramen house shares a bustling space with Izakaya Ichigo Ichie. There are no reservations, so expect waits, especially during peak hours." - Valerie Silva

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@eater

"A savoury bowl of noodles swimming in milky tonkotsu or clear shoyu from this ramen resto: What more could a hungover body need for a cure? Also take solace in the fact that all the ingredients are organic." - JP Karwacki, Joel Balsam

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@eater

"Specializing in the milky, pork-based tonkotsu ramen from Japan’s Hakata region and cooking with all-organic ingredients, Yokato Yokabai is routinely hailed as Montreal’s best in the category. The ramen house, which forms one-half of the Plateau space shared with izakaya Ichigo Ichie, is helmed by Kevin Fung, the owner of indispensable table-banging Westmount spot Imadake, where one can also grab a great bowl of ramen — on top of other izakaya fare." - Valerie Silva, Ivy Lerner-Frank

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"Sharing a space with sibling izakaya Ichigo Ichie, this Drolet Street ramen bar is a knockout. Kevin Fung, who also owns Imadake in Westmount, opened Yokato Yokabai in 2015 — and it seems to have been packed ever since. With all-organic ingredients, noodles made daily, and flavour-packed tonkotsu (pork), torikotsu (chicken), gomami (sesame), and vegan mushroom broths, how could it not be?" - Joel Balsam, Valerie Silva, Eater Staff

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"Splitting a large, cozy space with izakaya Ichigo Ichie, Yokato Yokabai’s milky, rich ramen is popular with omnivores and vegetarians alike, with both pork-based and vegetarian broths available. Takeout and delivery are available with CHK PLZ." - Eater Staff, Holly Tousignant, Kaitlyn McInnis

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Zoe Malaika

Google

used to frequent this Japanese ramen shop many years ago because I used to work nearby. I have been going less often since I moved away. This visit was not good, although the food has not changed, I didn't even finish it. It was a bit too greasy, maybe because the room was stuffy and the dining environment was small. I was with my two children, two and seven years old. Paid $75 with tip. For ordering and pouring water, the restaurant's credit card machine prompted the preferred tip of 25%, 20%, 18% and 15% when checking out. The waiter kept staring at me swiping my card, which made me feel very rude. I will not go there again. For this price, I can choose many restaurants, at least I will have a comfortable dining environment and professional service staff.

Flora LB

Google

We tried coming here at night before but we were too hungry to wait so decided to come here for lunch. It was perfect since it was much quieter and no line ups. The ramen was soo good, as others have mentioned. We ordered less salt and it was perfect. You get sticky lips from the collagen in the broth and all the condiments go so well too. In fact, we didn't need the chili oil even though we usually use it for other dishes, the broth was that good! The chicken chunks were plentiful and well marinated. The pork was well cooked as well, it was melt in your mouth. Definitely worth a visit and will come back the next time we're in town!

Anna Tokar

Google

Quite an authentic place that serves exclusively Ramen! It was my first time there and I did not expect a waiting line at the entrance! The place was packed! The food is great, genuine Japanese flavours. I recommend to take the matcha ice-cream too.

Jeniffer Romero

Google

I recently visited this ramen restaurant and was extremely impressed with both the food and service. I started off with the octopus balls, or T akoyaki, which were perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. The tasty pork ramen that followed was also outstanding, with rich broth and tender slices of pork. To top off the meal, I enjoyed a refreshing white beer that I can't quite recall the name, I do remember how well it complimented the flavors of the meal. Speaking of the staff, they were incredibly friendly and accommodating throughout my visit. They made excellent recommendations, were attentive to my needs, and overall provided a top-notch dining experience. Overall, I highly recommend this ramen restaurant for anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying meal. The octopus balls, pork ramen, and accompanying beer were all highlights of my visit, and I will definitely be returning soon.

Margaret Anthony

Google

The Ramen (pork broth and thin noodles) was excellent! It was rich and creamy. Our server was helpful. You can actually see in the hall the noodles being made downstairs. I would highly recommend this place. I’d come back too. Just a note, this place is hidden in plain site. You’ll walk right by it, not even realizing it. It doesn’t look like a store front. The price was right for the quality and experience for two. Thank you!

Lauren Allison

Google

I have been here 3 times and the first two times I got the same thing: pork broth with pork topping. It is delicious. Today, I decided to try pork broth with vegetable toppings. I was surprised to be served non-creamy broth, and brought up my concerns to the waiter who tried to convince me this was in fact the pork broth. It definitely was not (maybe veg?) as it was much less flavorful and rich. I was still charged the price for the pork broth as well. In addition, 3 out of 4 of the bathroom stalls were locked and inaccessible, and there was no toilet paper left in the only available stall. Considering it was only 1 pm on a non-busy Monday, I did not understand why the employees couldn’t check that the bathrooms were properly stocked (as someone who has worked in a restaurant).

Airi

Google

Broth and noodles were yummy~ The pork felt a bit hard but the amount you get is pretty generous. I would recommend getting the thick noodles just to change it up a bit! The thick noodles are kind of instant ramen size so they aren't as thick but the taste is supposedly different versus the thin based on what the server mentioned. The takoyakis were pretty hot so you want to wait a bit before eating them. Very crispy and chewy! There was a ton of flakes added on top too

Kourt

Google

Cozy place! U customize ur ramen which is fun. Really really FRESH tasting broth i cant even describe it but it feels clean. It’s just a little busy and packed but I’d say you get really good service, great portion, fair price, good food and good vibes ❤️ Try it