iku Ramen presents an authentic Japanese ramen experience, specializing in rich, flavorful broths simmered for hours to achieve unparalleled depth. Each bowl features meticulously prepared noodles, tender chashu pork, and a medley of fresh toppings, creating a harmonious balance of taste and texture. Guests can explore a curated selection of ramen varieties, from the classic tonkotsu to the spicy miso, ensuring a satisfying journey through traditional Japanese noodle soup. The establishment focuses on delivering high-quality ingredients and traditional techniques, offering a genuine taste of Japanese culinary artistry. This dedication to authenticity makes iku Ramen a destination for those seeking a deeply comforting and expertly crafted bowl of ramen.
Iku Ramen is widely regarded as a charming, cozy hidden gem in the city that offers a welcoming atmosphere with a unique cat-themed decor. Patrons frequently praise the restaurant for its friendly, efficient, and attentive service, which often makes guests feel well-cared for during their meal. While opinions on the broth intensity and noodle texture vary, many customers highlight the black garlic and spicy miso ramen as standout dishes, often noting the generous portions and attractive, budget-friendly pricing. Despite the small size of the space, the overall experience is consistently described as a comforting and delicious local dining option that keeps people coming back.
Vraiment bon ramen (j'ai prix le Black Garlic avec des extras) & vraiment bon service. Tu te sens bien accueillie lorsque tu rentres. J'ai aussi essayer les Gyoza & j'ai vraiment aimee.
Je recommande fortement pour aller souper seul ou avec un ou deux amis ;)
Genuinely some of the best ramen I have ever had. Came in at 7pm & it was not too busy, got spicy edamame, chicken udon & black garlic ramen. The chicken was so tender I didn't even need to use my teeth & the edamame wasn't too spicy but very flavorful. This place should have more than 450 reviews.
Tried Iku Ramen after passing by a few times & finally decided to give it a shot.
The interior could use some improvement, but the overall ambiance is still solid enough for a casual meal.
The karaage was a standout. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, & packed with flavor. Definitely one of the highlights.
The takoyaki, on the other hand, was a miss. Slightly overcooked & lacking the softness you'd expect.
Ramen was strong overall. The tonkotsu leaned a bit light on seasoning, could use more salt to bring it to life. The black garlic ramen, though, delivered. Rich, deep, & extremely flavorful. Every bite pulled you back in.
Overall, a solid spot. Budget-friendly, generous portions, & worth coming back to.
May 5, 2026
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Petit restaurant avec peu de places assises. La nourriture y est vraiment délicieuse, leurs bouillons sont vraiment goûteux. Je conseille les ramen Black Garlic, c'est rempli de saveurs!
Delicious ramen! Went for a late dinner with some friends & good thing because it's a small place with only 3 tables & 2 high top tables facing the windows.
The quality & quantity is the best here. The black garlic ramen was filing, flavourful, & tasty. We also got the karaage & edamame to share. Really good. I especially liked that the edamame was salted & warm & the karaage was crispy & fresh. Our server was also super nice & attentive.
The cafe is also decorated with all things cat! Very cute.
Had an amazing experience at iku ramen! First the food was absolutely amazing i ate every last kernal of corn in my delicious black garlic ramen with golden noodles 🍜 it was a mouthful of deliciousness with every single bite. It might sound like an exaggeration but trust me ... it was that good.
I love ramen soup ... in this place it is outstanding. &! The place is cool with little miniature toy cat figures making cute poses placed around the dining area.
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Probably one of the best ramen places in Montreal. My kid loves ramen, so we checked out most ramen restaurants in town, & this one is one of the best. It is a small restaurant with one person seeming to be both the cook & the server. But the ramen was very good. I recommend the garlic oil option.
Super service, j'ai pri le bol de ramen'Black garlic pour emporter avec un à côté de crevettes Tempura & j'ai reçu ma commande très rapidement. Mon repas étais délicieux & le service était très chaleureux.
Lovely & cozy place, ideal for a ramen stop in the midst of the winter cold. I enjoyed the fragrant black garlic ramen & the shrimp tempura was perfectly fried & crispy.
I am a japanese ramen fan, I will do anything to try out all of them in Montreal! This place being located on the busy wellington street, this cute small place where I found a lot of tiny small cat figures ( very cute actually) you will have to street park We ordered the tonkatsu ramen & the black garlic ramen. the noodles were not soggy, they tasted more like handmade noodles to me just perfect the way i like them to be. the ingredients inside were generously given, the pork, judas ears mushrooms, the marinated eggs(so delicious) but a little too many corns though? maybe for those who love corns they wouldn't mind as for the broth i think it could be a little better, it was a little blend not much flavor. i wished to be more thicker? But we still enjoyed our bowl & left happy Will i still go back? yes for sure i would love to try their other bowls Thank you for the waiter who was kind enough to clean the mess on our table, good service!
