Reviews describe Kazo Ramen as a cozy, small spot with anime posters, friendly vibes, and quick service, where creamy broths and flavorful toppings stand out. Many note standout bowls like creamy tonkotsu and yuzu ramen, with rich, well balanced broths and springy noodles, and some say the pork is well cooked and juicy. Several diners call it among the best ramen in Montreal and praise the atmosphere and reasonable prices, along with attentive staff. A few reviews point to drawbacks such as a tiny space that crowds during peak hours, and some dishes that lean away from traditional ramen in favor of a Chinese influence, with occasional comments about bland broth or overcooked noodles. Overall the sentiment is positive with many planning a return and noting the quirky decor, fast service, and a vibe that makes it a reliable go-to when craving ramen.
Love that the vegetarian options are flavourful, & I got to try corn croquette for the first time! The anime posters prove that the owners are passionate about Japanese culture.
Sep 19, 2025
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I'm from Taiwan. I love Japanese Ramen very very much. I had never expected that I could taste quite a high quality Japanese Ramen in CA. It is very impressive
Such a quaint little place with a uniquely Japanese atmosphere, manga & anime on the walls, it just feels right. Also, the food! Wow! Best ramen I've ever had, also added pork to the dish & omg, best decision ever! Make sure you do that! The pork is so well seasoned & juicy & delicious!!! Definitely a must stop if you want that wonderful, comforting ramen.
Brought the whole family in, including my 6-year old. All four of us felt like our food was 5 star! The atmosphere with all the Japanese Pop culture is fantastic, & the service from both the owner & his staff was really excellent.
Nice little spot around town offering the necessary Japanese food craving. Double orders of Oyakodon & Takoyaki & one serving of Cream Corn Croquettes (there were 3, I forgot to grab a pic beforehand). While the Oyakodon was saltier than expected for both me & my partner, it's a nice little casual spot for small groups (4 max I'd say). Give it a try!
Jan 19, 2025
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This ramen restaurant advertised itself as a "Japanese ramen restaurant," so as a Japanese couple, we were really looking forward to visiting. However, we were surprised to find that the taste was quite different from authentic Japanese ramen. If I were to think of it as a different type of noodle dish, it was enjoyable, but it was a bit disappointing to imagine people perceiving this as Japanese ramen. We ordered tonkotsu ramen & shoyu ramen. The first bite of the shoyu ramen immediately stood out because the soy sauce flavor was completely different-it seemed to use a more fragrant soy sauce, possibly Chinese-style. It was a unique taste I've never experienced before in my life. The pork topping on the ramen looked very crispy, thick, & appetizing, but the flavor was dominated by salt, pepper, & oil, which made it difficult for us to finish even though there were only two slices of chashu. The soup also had a noticeable oily layer on the surface, & we found it to be overly greasy. Instead of the rich tonkotsu flavor we know & love, the soup had more of a sesame-like aroma than tonkotsu depth. Overall, we probably won't return to this restaurant. My wife, who absolutely loves ramen, left some behind for the first time ever, which really surprised me. For those looking for authentic Japanese ramen here in Montreal, I'd recommend trying other places. If you're open to trying an Asian-inspired noodle dish with adjusted flavors, this might still be worth a visit. We've only tried two ramen bowls, so perhaps exploring their donburi or other side dishes could lead to a different experience. *On a note unrelated to the ramen, the Japanese anime merchandise, posters, & decorations inside the restaurant were very eye-catching. As an anime fan, I was initially drawn to the store because of them. However, upon closer inspection, I realized that many of the posters & decorations seemed to be printed images sourced from the internet rather than actual merchandise. Of course, I can't confirm whether these are official goods or not-this is just my personal impression-but it was a little disappointing. That said, there were a lot of figures on display, & I did enjoy looking at those.
