Reviews describe Iku Ramen as a cozy, cat themed, compact spot with a welcoming and attentive staff and a calm atmosphere. The menu features bowls like Shoyu with chicken, spicy miso, black garlic, and tonkotsu, all praised for balanced broths, chewy noodles, and generous toppings. Desserts such as mochi and matcha tiramisu are noted as pleasant bonuses. Service is consistently described as friendly and helpful, with moments of exceptional care, though occasional understaffing or crowded times are mentioned. The interior decor and cat motifs spark delight and contribute to a charming, intimate vibe, while a few notes mention heat in the dining area or that some broths could be richer. Many readers call it a hidden gem and a top ramen pick, with strong takeout and dine-in experiences and good value. Overall, Iku Ramen is described as tasty, comforting, and worth trying for ramen fans.
Stopped by Iku Ramen on a cold, snowy day when all I wanted was a steaming hot bowl of comfort. I went straight for the spicy miso ramen, & it did not disappoint.
The broth was rich & flavourful with the perfect kick, the noodles were perfectly chewy, & every spoonful felt like a warm hug against Montreal's winter.
A special shoutout to the waiter too. He was incredibly friendly & polite, the kind of service that instantly makes a place feel welcoming. He checked in just enough without hovering & genuinely made the whole experience even better.
If you're freezing, hungry, & craving something cozy that actually delivers, Iku Ramen might become your new winter ritual.
Nov 22, 2025
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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!
This'hole-in-the-wall' ramen spot is a hidden gem in the city. The service was super attentive & friendly. We also loved the cat-themed décor, & since it was Halloween, there was a cup filled with complimentary sweets on each table. It is the little touches like this that make the experience more enjoyable.
We ordered the Uchiha & Tonkatsu ramen. The chashu was tender & the garnishes were generous. Our only critique is that the tonkotsu broth was a little bland for our taste - we personally prefer a richer, more umami flavor. But overall, the ramen was great value for the price.
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.
Je voulais remercier Meign & son équipe pour le service incroyable que j'ai reçu & la qualité du Ramen à chaque fois que je vais dans ce restaurant. Toujours accueillant & toujours une petite attention. De plus, le Ramen « Ail Noir » est tout simplement le meilleur Ramen que j ai mangé. Vous pouvez y aller, c'est excellent!!
It's cramped & the ramen itself was a little bland. The meat of the tonkatsu wasn't a bit overcooked & the broth itself was bland. The service was decent but they're understaffed. Overall, there are other ramen shops I'd recommend in the neighborhood instead.
It was around 18$ for a bowl of ramen, which is an acceptable price considering the portion served. The service here is absolutely incredible. The waiter was incredibly friendly throughout the whole meal & was really thoughtful. He was giving stickers & candies to the children & even thinking ahead for the customers that were sitting at a harder spot to serve. Most surprisingly, he was holding the door for the customers which was lovely. The food itself was decent. While I enjoyed the nice clear & flavourful soup, I feel like it wasn't thick or flavourful enough to adequately complement the noodles. The noodles were also a bit too soft for my liking, I usually prefer the noodles with a bit more elasticity. The toppings were great though! I quite enjoyed their marinated eggs that were bursting in flavours & their grilled chicken that was prepared in such a different fashion than other restaurants. The chicken was sliced into smaller pieces prior to grilling which made the enjoyable crunchy texture more spread out & the chicken was also tender inside which was great. While I absolutely loved the interior design that was cat themed, I feel like the atmosphere wasn't as enjoyable as it could have been because we were suffocating a bit from the heat since the restaurant did not have AC.
Jun 26, 2025
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J'ai voulu essayer un autre restaurant ramen. Celui-ci fut sélectionné grâce aux notes des internautes. Dès l'arrivée, on a remarqué que c'était petit. À peine une douzaine de places assises. Le poulet Kaarage est arrivé très chaud, croustillant & avec la mayonnaise épicée, c'était un bon début. Le gyoza était bon sans être extra. & le ramen Tonkutsu était bon aussi. 3 morceaux de porc! En somme un 4 étoiles pour la bouffe. Le service est très rapide.
I love everything about this place! The cozyness, the food, the cat themed decor, the service, it just can't get any better. A must try restaurant on Wellington.
Amazing ramen best I've ever had the service is amazing & super friendly. The atmosphere is nice good soft music & beautiful decorations. I highly recommend the Uchiha ramen it is a bit spicy but really excellent.
