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Ramen Isshin

Downtown
4.4$$
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Ramen Isshin Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Ramen Isshin delivers a comprehensive experience defined by authentic Japanese noodle craft and deep, complex broths. The menu highlights signature offerings like the red miso ramen and the rich tonkotsu, which rely on traditional preparation techniques to achieve depth of flavor. Diners encounter a selection of handmade noodles tailored to specific soup bases, ensuring the perfect texture for every bowl served. Small plates such as crispy gyoza and savory karaage accompany the noodle dishes to round out the meal. The interior design reflects an utilitarian aesthetic common in traditional Japanese noodle shops, prioritizing efficient service and focus on the bowl. This establishment provides a precise focus on bowl assembly, balancing salty, umami, and aromatic elements consistently across every portion prepared for patrons seeking a genuine taste of Japan.

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4.480 ratings
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66%
4★
21%
3★
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4%
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Reviews for Ramen Isshin

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*as of 2026-07-01
4.480 ratings
5★
66%
4★
21%
3★
5%
2★
4%
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Review Summary

Ramen Isshin is generally well regarded for its flavorful and consistent ramen, with many customers praising the quality of the broths and the variety of options available, including vegan choices. The service is frequently described as fast, friendly, and professional, making the overall dining experience pleasant. While many diners appreciate the cozy atmosphere and find the food delicious, some feedback highlights concerns regarding portion sizes, inconsistent pork quality, and specific menu items like takoyaki or certain desserts. The restaurant remains a popular choice for students due to available discounts, although some visitors feel the pricing is high for the portion sizes provided.
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Veronique
5.0

Très bon restaurant de ramen. J'adore . L'ambiance est agéable.

Jan 5, 2026
on Google
Rachel
5.0

We both had the vegan spicy miso, very good broth & the noodles are vegan by default which is very nice. Service was perfect. I was glad to see advertising for vegan ramen on the walls too.
The place was a bit cold tho so we moved our table 🥹

Dec 30, 2025
on Google
James
5.0

Excellent Ramen pour dîner 15$ rempli de saveur!

Dec 12, 2025
on Google
Marian
5.0

Pretty good ramen, full to the brim with people & especially great deals for students, love this place

Nov 20, 2025
on Google
Louis
4.0

This place has some great ramen! A variety of spicy, creamy & savory. The appetizer all good but I personally think their takoyaki is too deepfried. The outside is very thick & crunchy. The flavors are there but the texture is off compared to normal Takoyaki.

Ive always received fantastic service. My only complaint is the bathroom has a pee smell & need some more TLC to ensure pleasant & odorless bathroom experience.

Nov 20, 2025
on Google
Djamal
4.0

The service was absolutely excellent, the server was kind & very nice. The seating was new & comfortable. Overall it's a solid place, the food was good but I wasn't absolutely blown away when it came to the flavors, so can't give it a perfect score. But again this is a very decent place.

The issue is that there are lots of similar spots in the area, so you are competing against many other businesses.

I would give this place a chance so you can judge for yourself. Maybe it was just the dish I had.

Nov 13, 2025
on Google
Meliii
4.0

Vege spicy miso was good, i wish they had tantan black sesame chicken/beef instead of pork only. The $2 extra for spicy sauce wasn't worth it.

Nov 9, 2025
on Google
Chloe
5.0

15% student discount offered here!! i had the red miso & it was probably the best ramen i've had outside of japan. great broth; the chashu pork was the best i've ever tasted (as someone who doesn't love pork) - thinly sliced & melts in your mouth; the bean sprouts were fresh & crunchy. my only complaint is the noodles were a little too firm & chewy. the server was great & I can only describe the service as *lightning fast!* great experience.

Nov 6, 2025
on Google
Iriana
4.0

Very good service, the girl was super sweet & approachable at any time. Food came out fast even though there was a little crowd. Would recommend to make portions a bit bigger when it comes to soups. Overall, good experience!

Nov 1, 2025
on Google
Uni
4.0

Top notch ramen. The fat is well emulsified into the soup, the flavors are amazing, they mix multiple umami flavors together (miso, shoyu, porc, dashi) to create amazing boths. Noodles are thick & chewy. The only thing not fully to my taste is the porc which depending on your luck may be 80% fat sometimes which is too much, & they try to encourage a 18% minimum tips by not giving an easy lower option which really bothers me. It has always been 15% in Quebec, this is not the US, it's the employer's job to pay their employees not mine. I want none of that BS, if we yield soon they'll be asking 30%+ everywhere.

Oct 25, 2025
on Google
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