Yokato Yokabai Ramen

Ramen restaurant · Saint-Louis

Yokato Yokabai Ramen

Ramen restaurant · Saint-Louis

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

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The 38 Essential Restaurants in Montreal

"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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The Best Hangover Cure Restaurants in Montreal | Eater Montreal

"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

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The Best Ramen Restaurants in Montreal | Eater Montreal

"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

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The Best Restaurants of Montreal’s Plateau | Eater Montreal

"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

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The Best Soups in Montreal | Eater Montreal

"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." - Holly Tousignant

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Rodrigo F

Google
Absolutely delicious ramen! Every bite was full of rich, authentic flavor. We also tried the breaded chicken, and it was amazing, perfectly crispy and seasoned. This place is definitely a gem, and I’ll be coming back every chance I get. Just a heads-up: it’s usually very busy, so I highly recommend making a reservation or avoiding peak hours. Totally worth it, though, highly recommended!

Eldiflor F

Google
This spot is more vibes than actual substance. Despite the tons of good reviews, the ramen was incredibly mediocre and on the pricier side. The broth lacked depth of flavour that you’d expect from a good bowl of ramen and could’ve been served hotter. The pork pieces were incredibly tough as well. The saving grace was the thin noodles which retained its bounciness and chewiness. The spicy karaage was very good. Lightly battered with extra crisp from being fried with the skin on. The seating was a bit too cozy which is ok for the type of interior aesthetics it presents but if you take off your coat, you have nowhere to put it. It would’ve be beneficial if their tables have hooks underneath where you could hang your coat or bag.

Lindsey Ross

Google
This spot is clearly popular and tends to stay busy. Unfortunately, the service during my visit was lacking. After being seated, we waited 25 minutes without anyone checking in. It wasn’t overly busy at the time, and we eventually had to ask the host if a server would be coming by. When the food arrived, it was fine—nothing standout, and not something I’d put on a “must-try” list for the area. I might have gone in with higher expectations for the flavours, but overall the experience felt average. For me, the food didn’t make up for the awkward service.

Ivy

Google
Cozy, inviting spot with solid ramen. The broth was rich, noodles well-cooked, and spicy karaage was juicy and crispy. Service was friendly, but the food took a bit long to arrive. Took less than 5 minutes to get seated at dinner time on a Saturday. Worth a visit.

Charlie Brecht

Google
The ramen here is phenomenal. This place is considered THE ramen place in Montreal. Points off for service and atmosphere. Don't come too hungry because even on a Monday at 2pm you will wait about 30 mins for your food. They seem to only hire men for the serving staff, and it's pretty small quarters so the last time I went the guys were all talking about women while I waited. If you don't mind looking over these details and waiting quite long for the food then this place is a Montreal must try.

Sha

Google
Visited on a Wednesday evening for a quick dinner with friends and left with a new favorite ramen spot. Yokato Yokabai is a warm and cozy little hub that offers a small selection of excellent fare. The tonkotsu broth is the star of the show here and it is excellent. It is deep, rich, full of umami and with a creamy consistency that leaves a pleasant stickiness throughout my mouth. It is very, very good. I appreciate that this restaurant lets the customer customize the preferred salt level as I often find most ramen to be too salty for my taste. The karaage was good. It was crispy and juicy, topped with a light tangy dressing, and I highly enjoyed it. That said, I'm unlikely to order it again. Comparatively to a ramen bowl, the sides can be pricy for what they are and how much you get. My friend ordered the vegetarian ramen and also highly enjoyed her selection. It is good to know that the restaurant offers a vegetarian option that is both high-quality and substantial. Overall, we had a great dinner experience with Yokato Yokabai. The staff were friendly, and we were welcomed with a great ambiance and even better food. Worth coming back anytime for the tonkotsu broth alone.

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The ramen was incredibly filling, thanks in large part to the house-made noodles that added a perfect texture. The creamy tonkotsu broth was divine—rich and flavorful, it definitely lived up to the hype. The service was impressively fast and efficient, allowing us to dive into our meal without much waiting. We also tried the spicy chicken karaage, which was fantastic—crispy on the outside and juicy inside. The vibe and decor of the restaurant were lovely. We especially appreciated the efficient ordering system, making it easy to customize our meals and enjoy everything without hassle.

Parisa Namazi

Google
We had dinner here at 5pm on a Friday. No line to get in and was promptly seated. The restaurant was small and my husband and I were put in a seat facing the wall which was fine. The restaurant was dark and hot. Hot because they are literally cooking the food with fire right in front of you! Which is awesome. I hate when ramen comes out warm/hot. This came out extremely hot which is perfect. I ordered the sesame broth with normal salt and chicken teriyaki. The broth was nice and creamy. They put HUGE pieces of chicken in the soup. I was actually shocked. It was all very filling. If you aren’t absolutely starving or aren’t the type of person to have a big appetite, you can share one bowl with two people. $22 for that much food was great. The service was great and the food came out quick. Clean big washrooms as well.
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Nathan A.

Yelp
Small busy ramen shop connected to an izakaya place. Was able to walk in and get seated in a corner on a weeknight. Seating is squishy. Ordered Fried Chicken (karaage) and 2 Bowls of Pork Ramen. Can choose type of noodles (thin/thick), protein (pork or chicken), saltiness level and how much green onion you want on it. I went for regular salt, and extra green onion. They also have sesame seeds, chili oil and pickles as condiments on the table. Surprisingly they do not offer alcoholic drinks. The karaage was tasty, topped with a mushroom sauce. For the ramen, the broth was super flavourful, and I was good with the regular saltiness level (but could see how some might opt for less). Overall was a very satisfying meal.
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Brenda B.

Yelp
Very quaint little place with excellent ramen. No alcohol served but it was worth the trip.
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Hwal L.

Yelp
Overall 3.5 stars. The first time we came here was for dinner on a Friday night, and long story short, we ended up going somewhere else. There was a small throng of people already lined up in the confined space just a few steps from the tiny side entrance, and we discovered that if we put our name down on the waitlist, we might not be called until 77 minutes (!?!). In my book no ramen is worth waiting that long for, so we left and went somewhere else. Since then we've been here once for lunch service and managed to get a table. I personally had such high hopes for their ramen, but the experience was hit and miss. Firstly, here's what worked: their soft boiled egg was spot on, and the 'pen and paper' ordering was easy enough to figure out and pretty efficient. I also thought the condiments, especially picked ginger and yellow relish, were a nice touch, although I could to without them. I wouldn't mind having esame seeds again, though. Here's what didn't worked: pork shoulder definitely didn't work nearly well as pork belly, and if only for that reason, I would get a different topping if we went back. The tonkotsu broth surprisingly didn't have the depth of flavour that I expected, plus they certainly didn't serve enough of it. Is that why they charge extra for extra broth? The chicken broth...was exactly what we had expected and was nice to try. Overall, I wish the 'basic' ramen came work many more toppings that it does, so that you don't have to spend extra $$ for simple toppings like a whole egg and bamboo shoots that I get without extra charge at several other ramen shops I've been to. Service was quick and drama free. I hope they continue to improve and stay busy.
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Michelle L.

Yelp
My favourite ramen place of all time! The pork shoulder is almost melt in your mouth good. The only downside is that it's super busy, so I'd recommend going earlier to get a place to sit. They do have a digital wait list too so it's okay to walk around. You order with a piece of paper, and it's a bit like building your own ramen - you choose the soup base, the saltiness, the noodle thickness, and the toppings.
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Toni C.

Yelp
My ramen was amazing, I ordered the pork ramen with chicken broth and the broth was incredible and the pork very tender. My gluten free friend felt very accommodated as our server was well aware of the gluten allergy and made sure she had options as well. definitely would recommend!
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Alvin H.

Yelp
Best Japanese ramen restaurant up North of Canada in the city of Montreal. The noodles and soup could rival most Japanese ramen dining establishments coming from an American tourist who's been to Tokyo Japan and have tried numerous ramen places in the United States. If I'm in Montreal Quebec Canada and want a bowl of ramen...this will be go-to dining place
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Christy A.

Yelp
Entrance is tucked away on a side street so don't walk too fast or you'll miss it. The exit however is situated on a main road and has their outdoor patio attached at the street level. Service was prompt and pleasant. The spot was recommended by my Airbnb host so I figured it's where the locals flock for authentic Ramen. Unfortunately, I was not a fan. The inside was so dark I had to use my phone to see the options. Ordered the octopus fritters as a side and the amount of dough used to mask the pea size portion of octopus was hilarious. The vegetable Ramen was simply "ok". Really lacked flavor no matter how much I added to it. I took a few bites and requested a takeaway sack just to grab dinner elsewhere. For $36CAD I was sorely disappointed. ~Christy
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Lilliana C.

Yelp
If you go anywhere in Montréal let it be Yokato Yokabai! Top notch ramen and moody lighting makes for the perfect date night spot. The ramen is worth the wait. You're given a card to fill out and customize your ramen order making it easy to communicate exactly what you want in your bowl. My only regret was not going back to Yokato Yokabai a second time before leaving the city!
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Ryan W.

Yelp
The ramen was rich and hearty and authentic. The servers were friendly! We loved our cocktails as well. This is a busy and popular restaurant, and I highly recommend them! Delicious!
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Erica M.

Yelp
Drop in right before they close for the afternoon to avoid any line. There is friendly service and exceptional ramen. The spice really comes from what you add to your bowl, but the flavor base is wonderful. Highly, highly recommended.
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Olgert B.

Yelp
One of the best ramen places in Montréal. There can be a decent wait time but there is a live waitlist that makes planning easier. The quality of the ingredients is incredible and the balance in flavors is spectacular. The staff is very helpful also. Note that there is an affiliated/attached ramen restaurant that you have to go to if you want alcohol since this one doesn't serve any. The atmosphere is lively and a great time.
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Sophia L.

Yelp
I've just had the best chicken-based stock ever for ramen. My palate generally leans towards lighter flavors, in addition to not really loving the taste of pork, so this was already a tempting choice, even though I've been disappointed before with bland broths and was wary. But I'm so glad I tried it--I nearly drank every last drop. If you love chicken noodle soup, you'll love this too. There's just the right amount of creaminess added for an amazing ramen bowl, and I loved the use of yuzu to enhance the flavors. My partner described it as clean (and not as rich as the tonkatsu), whereas my mom thought both broths tasted the same. Obviously your taste is also subjective. I would also highly recommend the takoyaki. From the chewiness to the sauces, each bite brought me back to fond memories in Japan. The charshu-don, which is also served first, is good but I think could use less mayo. Overall this is a very satisfying meal and worth waiting for, especially with an easy waitlist system where they text you when your table is ready, and menus in both English & French.
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Lakshay V.

Yelp
The perfect ramen spot on a cold day. The broth was extremely flavourful, the noodles were perfect, and the chicken was juicy. The service is great, and the restaurant itself has a unique atmosphere that makes it very comfortable.
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Nikhila C.

Yelp
Vegetarian ramen can be hit or miss but this was delicious! I chose the gomami (vegan soy broth) and it was perfectly rich and creamy without being too salty, it really brought the whole bowl together. The vegetables included one thick piece of lotus root, green beans, corn, green onions, and two types of mushrooms. I found the assortment to be different than what I'm normally used to, and the green beans a bit crunchy. I got the thick noodles expecting something like udon but they were more like bouncy ramen noodles. The egg was cooked perfectly and the tofu was well seasoned. I also added the spicy miso paste and it did a good job of adding a kick. They were running a special that let you get a custom ramen plus a dessert for a fixed price so I went with that option. The black sesame shaved ice cream was light and not too sweet and paired well with the little mochis. The ramen is under Ichigo Ichie and the wait times can be long so highly recommend putting your name down.
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Amy Z.

Yelp
Back for the first time in over three years and I am not impressed and will probably never return (owner reading this is probably like: lol bye but whatever) - had to share my thoughts so maybe you can save your dollar too. After sitting down, we waited 45-50 min for our food - almost a full hour. The seating was not comfortable and made me nervous when I saw the people sitting beside us not have their food yet either - and they were already sitting when we put our names on the waitlist to get sat! After 40 min, we asked the server if we can just get our order to go if it was already made or have it cancelled and he said "it'll be out in 2-3 seconds" exact words - and pointed to behind the counter. 5 more min go by, it's hot, loud and we're feeling a bit lightheaded from hunger - we were ready to walk out. But it finally came! The food was not as I remembered it - the previously creamy and flavourful broth now tasted "white-washed" if that was a way to put it. Honestly kind of 'campbell mushroom canned soup' vibes. The noodles were ok. Sustenance, I guess. The chicken I ordered with it wasn't anything special. Also I noticed the menu slightly changed and now everything is an additional charge. Want thick noodles? Now an extra dollar. Want the whole egg? (Yes, they only give you half when most ramen shops provide the full one) That will be another dollar please! Extra nori? Corn? DOLLAR. TWO DOLLARS. The list goes on. We didn't add any extra items to ours and our 2 ramens alone cost almost $50. To say the least, I've had better instant ramen. We also noticed the assembly line for the kitchen was badly broken - they had staff but at times some would be standing doing nothing, or waiting for the previous person to finish their task before they can do theirs? it was very inefficient. Most of the ramen shops I frequent in Markham & Toronto have less chefs but the ramen is out in 5-10 min - which is what it should be... ramen is supposed to be "fast food" in Japan. Everything is already made, you just need to cook the noodles quickly and then assemble the rest. So what is happening here? We would've really appreciated the staff letting us know of the long wait, or when we asked how much longer it would've taken, not to say "2-3 seconds" Doesn't matter anyway, I won't go again nor will the staff or owner care but for the rest of my Yelp readers... money, time and calories aren't easy to earn.. don't spend them here.
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Todd B.

Yelp
I'm not sure if this was the best ramen I ever ate, but if not, it's real close. Came here late on a weekday to avoid the rush but still ended up having to wait 15 minutes or so. Sat at the counter and ordered the chicken teriyaki ramen while my wife had the veggie ramen with tofu. Both of our ramens were excellent. Perfect for a cold night but honestly, I would have enjoyed this in mid summer in south Florida. The place is very small so it doesn't take much for them to go on a wait. But service is friendly and efficient. I'd come often if I lived in Montreal.
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Bryan M.

Yelp
It was a cold night in Montreal which made me crave some ramen and the internet said this was the best place around. I stopped by on what was supposed to be an "off" time (7:00pm) and still ended up waiting about 30 minutes as a single diner. The entrance way and waiting area are are very small spaces and can hold about 4-5 people, who are standing, at a time. You put your name in the Yelp waitlist on the iPad at the front and wait for a text. Being noticed or spoken to by the wait staff of a host is pretty much impossible as they were all very busy but rest assured, once you get that text, they show right up. At first I though the place was rather small, due to the wait but upon being taken back, there seemed to be the small main room of Yokato and then three larger backrooms which connected to their sister restaurant/bar (Ichigo Ichie Izakaya) which was quite the delightful surprise. I took a seat at the bar and started looking over all three menus. I ended up going with a giant bowl of ramen with all the fixings, plus extras, two cocktails (the Tokyo Sour and the Akuma), and the Spicy Karaage. The karaage was incredibly flavorful, super crispy, and while I wouldn't say it was spicy, it had enough spice to it. The Tokyo Sour was very delicious as well as beautiful with it's colorful contrasting layers. The Akuma left a bit to be desired by maybe that's because I am not used to the flavor of shiso leaves. The ramen came out and was already large but after I added my extra noodles and broth became absolutely massive. I made sure to add plenty of chili sesame paste and dug right in. I nearly didn't finish it all but definitely did not want to waste a single drop. The broth, even though it was just a traditional pork broth) was somehow creamy, something I've never really had before. The creaminess stuck to the noodles and made every bite so decadent. The atmosphere was lively yet reserved, the staff were young yet seasoned and professional, and though the food was a bit pricey, it was definitely top notch. Yokato Yokabai checked all of the boxes and has easily earned it's spot in the top 5 ramen spots I've ever been to and that includes Japan!
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Zhang C.

Yelp
If you even in Montreal, you got to try this! There are two side of the restaurant. One is bar with all the options including ramen and bbq. I believe that side you can make a reservation without worrying about waiting on the line or their waitlist. The other side which mainly focus on only ramen, you will have to go through their waitlist. The waitlist is not that bad at the beginning of the dining hour. As it get late, the wait time can be up to 2 to 3 hours depending on the time. Good time to go is around 5 to 6pm, anything after that things get really crazy. The space on the ramen side is extremely small. It can sit around 15 people or so. The ramen definitely was good. I watched them make the ramen from the beginning to reaching me. Every step was so simple and that made it so delicious. Definitely be back again.
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Elle P.

Yelp
Both amazing service and food! Definitely, worth it! Will go again when traveling around the area.
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Abdou K.

Yelp
Amazing food best ramen ever . So fresh so yummy u won't be disappointed it's so worth the wait
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Gerald H.

Yelp
Stopped here after Saturday Quali while in town for the Canadian GP. With Vog on the team in Montreal I wanted to keep the team going after surprise Qualifying tickets right on the checkered flag straight. This is one half of two businesses under one roof - this just ramen, and the other side more of a sit down restaurant. Here it's smaller, more Japanese style seating and very close quarters as a heads up. Upon entry, there was a line to put names down for the waitlist, and it being a Yelp place - I quickly did it on the app rather than wait in line to use their iPad. We waited outside where there is convenient bench seating for those waiting. With only about 6 different "tables," they do a good job of keeping people moving to get everyone in. We were sat across from the kitchen in a three man high top bench table - and quickly ordered via their fillout cards. Though French is heavily used, the order cards have a French side and English side. I ordered rice pork chasu, as well as octopus fritters (which I thought the chasu was the kind of ramen and didn't know I got two - then again I was starving so I'm glad. For ramen I get the pork tonkotsu adding corn, extra noodles and a full egg. The pork chasu and fritters came out first with a spoon - and I can say this dish may have been top 3 in 2022 for me! All the flavors from the rice, to the pork, to the sauce on top and ginger etc was so good. Everything meshed well - mixed well and was full of flavor levels so balanced. Man. Our ramen came out quickly after as well - and folks - from the miso broth (thanks to the explanation from Vog), the noodles, egg, onions and succulent slices of pork - wow. I don't know how else to put it but this is a MUST HAVE while in Montreal. Period. We skipped dessert and headed out to head towards subway - but this was incredible and easily our best meal while in town.

Heather d.

Yelp
Amazing ramen! Simple and delicious and reasonably priced. I will be coming back again and again.
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Heather R.

Yelp
Cute little place close to our air b n b and our wait for a table went quickly even tho they were pretty busy. The ramen was delicious and the waiter was super nice and attentive to my food allergy. Definitely recommend :)

julianna g.

Yelp
Bro what the guck I would wait 2.5 hrs for this food. Amazing. Even if your full get the ice cream it's crazy

Catherine T.

Yelp
Entrées excellente; ramen ok. Service excellent, ambiance fun. Octopus balls hautement recommended!
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Sasha B.

Yelp
The best tonkotsu ramen I've ever had! The broth is very rich, all the ingredients are perfectly combined with each other. Didn't have to stay in line because we came when it was almost closing. I loved the additional tray with spices that you can add to ramen (chili oil, sesame seeds, ginger and marinated pickles). The place was packed! The service was good! It's a darker interior which suits well. Also tried poutine which was very interesting mix of a Canadian staple and Asian flavors.
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Eugene W.

Yelp
This place is actually one of my favorite ramen places outside of California now. Their tonkotsu broth is to die for!! Their noodles are good and their pork is pretty good as well. Make sure you select less salty when your order. Usually, ramen is too salty for me but Yokato Yokabai's less salty ramen hits the sweet spot for saltiness. I nearly drank all of the broth. So flavorful and creamy! The only problem I noticed with their ramen was that my egg was slightly overcooked. The yolk was completely set on the edges, which gave me a bad first impression. The broth did make up for it, so they still get a 5 in my books.
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Tamar R.

Yelp
Best Ramen I've ever had in my life hands down. But this place is always so busy wait time is always so long. It's better to do during the day time They also have this area for ppl to takeout, it's 2 different doors The inside it very nice. The place has 2 floors and they make there noodles on spot Stuff is nice and welcoming We got a few appetizers, fried calamari, karrage chicken and sashimi, all of them were so good The broth of the ramen WOW , I even ordered an extra broth, you can customise your own ramen which is nice. Ramen is between 15$-20$ For dessert we got creme caramel, simple and amazing Definitely a must to try for small and big groups
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Cory B.

Yelp
This ramen is truly top notch! I enjoyed the "build your own" feel of the menu, with multiple noodle, broth, and protein options (plus add-ins!). I had the sesame broth as it came highly recommended, and it didn't disappoint! It's extremely creamy and rich - if you prefer a saltier, thinner broth, then I'd recommend the classic beef broth (which my partner said was perhaps the best they've ever had!). I also recommend dropping the extra $1 for the thick noodles. The service is extremely quick and the servers are friendly. The space is dimly lit and cozy, with plenty of space for smaller groups (there is a party maximum of 4 people). Note that they do not take reservations and the wait can be quite long (1h or more) if you come after 7pm or on weekends. Finally, they do not serve alcohol. I was initially disappointed, as I like to have a Sapporo with ramen - but I can't truly complain as the food was so spectacular!

Kourosh M.

Yelp
Decided it to try from the reviews and have zero regrets. Best ramen I've had in a while and it's a great atmosphere too
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Sabrina P.

Yelp
Amazing ramen. Words cannot express how amazing it is. The place is tiny, and does not take renovations, so I recommend arriving early and getting your name on the waiting list.

Steve R.

Yelp
Food is amazing but uncomfortable seats.We highly recommend going there.Loved the entree and both soups were outstanding
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Chloë S.

Yelp
Got the octopus appetizer which was proven to be the best choice I have ever made. Ramen is also great, fun to choose your own combination. Very laid back but trendy and quick once you're seated

Shayla P.

Yelp
Still dreaming about this ramen. The tofu is the best I have had in my life. If you sit at the bar you can watch the ramen be cooked with passion and love. Amazing experience. Considering driving back up from Boston just to eat this food. Would give 6 stars if I could.
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Justine S.

Yelp
Got takeout here for my adoption birthday and it did not disappoint! The meat was perfect and the egg was really good with the broth. The noodles were also amazing, they stuck together a tiny bit so stir before you enjoy! Love that they have an option for extra seaweed and corn. Also got the karaage chicken entree to share and they were delicious.
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Sue F.

Yelp
Excellent tonkotsu ramen! Its the best I have ever eaten and worth the wait. The broth is exceptional. They have a friendly staff and a cool hip vibe inside. The decor makes you feel like you are far away and is quite zen with windows covered. If you are lucky enough to visit Montreal you need to visit Yokato Yokabai. You will not be disappointed. I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant its simply delicious.
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Calvin C.

Yelp
Maybe it was just a bad night but it was a pretty subpar experience for $50 ramen (2 bowls + tip). Something was wrong with the kitchen staff. I sat bar side so I watched them work the entire time. It took just over 45 min to get our order, which is unacceptable for ramen. You literally boil the noodles and everything else should be prepared. Kitchen staff were just standing there or idly preparing bowls in haphazard order. When my ramen arrived, my broth was cold (there was a slimy film on top from when soup sits too long) but my noodles were hot. I watched the person working prepare all the soup in the bowls and they would just sit, waiting for the noodles and toppings. Ramen is possibly the easiest thing to put together hot and fresh since everything is prepared. Inside the restaurant it was cramped. Everyone kept opening the door and letting the winter air into the restaurant. Sitting at the bar I had to hunch and squeeze my shoulders to fit and people would still bump into me walking by. If you're taller/bigger than me, good luck.
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Wendy C.

Yelp
Ordered fried chicken and takoyaki as appetizer. Nothing too special about them. Tried chicken and tonkotsu soup base, both regular and extra salt, soso. Both thick and thin noodle, on the harder side. However the pork belly is super good, very tender and marinated very well, and extremely flavourful. Hence the 4 star.
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Alexandra T.

Yelp
Drinks very good. Food was fresh and flavourful. It was worth the trip from city center to come and eat.

Lucas S.

Yelp
Fantastic service, good and experience. Appreciated the plum wine recommendations from my server was never a huge sake, I think accidental tipped twice but they deserve it

Oscar H.

Yelp
Fantastic place to eat!! Delicious ramen with really good entrees and sides, the place sadly its small, but the ambient its really cozy and with a traditional japanese ambient, I totally recommend it, delicious and not expensive.
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Ga Hing C.

Yelp
Came on a Wednesday night and this place was so busy! We were a party of 4 and waited about 30mins for a table. Ordered the tonkotsu broth and the veggie broth for our ramens. The tonkotsu broth was a little disappointing, it was lacking flavor. The veggie broth was okay, it was a mushroom based broth. As for the appetizers, we ordered the takoyaki and the karage. Avoid the takoyaki, but definitely order the karage (fried chicken).

Albert S.

Yelp
Ramen is amazing and the broth is delicious and satisfying. Filling and yummy both. Simply do not fail to miss this wonderful experience. Japanese Ramen
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Paulo C.

Yelp
An awesome place to eat the best ramen in Montreal. The price is good and the place has a different mood from the biggest restaurant.
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Kahna E.

Yelp
Authentic style ramen bar. Loved the ambiance with all the hand painted murals. Ramen was a select your own style type of ramen where you get to pick thick or thin noodle, chicken pork or veggie broth, type of protein etc. similar to ichiran in Japan. They also had a vast variety of sakes and drinks to choose from. The chicken karaage was amazing, I think it was even better than the ramen. Would definitely come back again.
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Joel J.

Yelp
Definitely one of the best ramen places I've had the opportunity to try. Visiting in Montreal I tried to hunt down as many different cuisines as I could. I was very excited to find this place especially thanks to all the high reviews. Walking in, we were greeted fairly quickly and had our orders taken. They allowed us to customize our ramen with everything that we wanted. The food came after a short period of time and you can definitely tell that a lot of time and care was placed into making the dish. The broth was absolutely perfect, I asked for low salt and even with that you could really taste all the flavor. The pork was perfectly cooked and tender and the noodles were perfectly made as well. I was very satisfied with my ramen and I would definitely return here if I came to visit Montreal again!
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Lindsay L.

Yelp
Definitely a go-to for Ramen in Montreal! The entrance is a little hidden and off the main road, but that of itself kinda added to the ambiance of the restaurant. That being said, even arriving for a late dinner ~8 PM, there was a fair lineup and the entrance was packed of people trying to escape the cold and wait for their table. Luckily, you do have the opportunity to go through the menu and make your selections for broth/noodles/extras so the moment you're seated, your order is placed! I had opted for less salty tonkatsu broth, thick noodles, and extra pork. Given all the extras on top of the base cost, my order came to ~$13.50, which I thought was well worth the size and quality of the ingredients - just look at the thick cut of chasiu! I thought all the extra toppings definitely completed the bowl, but I think it would be nice if the standard variation had some of the staples like bamboo shoots and scallions. As well, each table had an assortment of extra seasoning to add in; my personal favourite was a chili garlic powder that I thought added a nice kick to a well-balanced broth (even as less salty). Overall, super solid ramen place with really speedy service! From the time. However, I do advise that wait times can be a little longer as its a small restaurant, and if you're going as a party of less than three you will likely be seated with strangers at tables, but turnover is very quick! Worth for a warm bowl of ramen during cold Montreal winters.

Ecaterina P.

Yelp
Amazing food! The ambience is very cozy and the staff is welcoming. 3rd time going and will be back again!
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Bee C.

Yelp
Omg this place is so good!!! Came here on a whim when we were in Montreal for a weekend and I'm so glad we did! The food is unreal and the inside has a very trendy vibe with beautiful artwork. Ramen is just so much better with fresh homemade noodles and here you can customize your bowl to have whatever toppings, broth flavour, spice level and extras you like! Would definitely recommend. Great cocktails as well. Make a reservation though! as we were leaving there was a huge line out the door, it's clearly a popular spot!