Overall, reviews describe Sansotei Ramen as a reliable spot for rich, flavorful bowls with a preference for tonkotsu and miso varieties, the broth often praised as balanced and comforting, noodles cooked well and chashu tender, and eggs creamy or jammy in many bowls. The menu’s variety is highlighted, with favorites like tonkotsu black, miso black, and tomato ramen, plus helpful add ons like crispy fried chicken and well made gyoza. Service is frequently noted as friendly, fast, and attentive, though a few comments mention inconsistent service or pressure to tip and, in one case, cleanliness concerns described as a red flag. Value is generally seen as good, with generous portions and affordable prices, and the atmosphere characterized as modern and cozy, especially in downtown locations. Some reviewers mention vegetarian options or lighter broths and a few days when a broth may seem saltier or thinner, but the overall tone is strongly positive and many readers consider Sansotei Ramen among the town’s best ramen spots.
By far my favorite ramen restaurant in Montreal! Each bowl comes with a full egg, unlike most restaurants that only give a half. The broth is perfectly rich & flavorful.
I've been going here since it opened, & it has consistently been excellent experiences every time. You're always served kindly & quickly.
Clean affordable ramen shop. Noodles are not handmade & the tonkatsu broth today was a little thin , lacked fat & depth & needed tare. I'd be willing to bet the milky color came from milk & not pork bones that had been boiled for hours. But it was good. The egg was cold , like fridge cold & the chashu was very thin. The gyoza was devine.
They're tonkatsu is probably as good as it's going to get with dry noodles & the broth. & if your OK with that it's just fine . Service was excellent & the place is modern & clean.
Food 3
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 4
Superb! Can you imagine flavorful broth without being salty? I recommend the thick noodle. Pork had good grill flavor & was lean. I would come back for the ramen but probably pass on the fried chicken & gyoza next time.
Sansotei Ramen in Montréal is a gem! Conveniently close to my work, & I always order the Tonkotsu Black-it's rich, flavorful, & never disappoints. The broth is perfectly balanced, noodles cooked just right, & the staff is friendly. Cozy atmosphere & consistently excellent ramen. Highly recommend!
Aug 23, 2025
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The ramen was delicious & flavorful. The broth had a depth of flavor that was intriguing & kept us eating. The meat was very tender & the noodles absorbed the flavor of the broth, were cooked perfectly, & in good quantity. The servers were kind & fast with their service. On a final note, the black milk tea was amazing! We would eat here again:)
While the Black Miso Ramen at Sansotei didn't meet expectations-lacking the umami-rich, complex broth & signature flavors typical of the dish-the noodles were well-prepared, service was decent, & the atmosphere pleasant. Though this particular ramen fell short, the restaurant may still offer a solid ramen experience worth trying.
I tried the new vegetarian option - miso vegetarian ramen - & I was pleasantly surprised! The broth is smooth & flavorful, with a touch of (I think) garlic oil. Tofu was chewy & daikon was very well cooked. I think adding a crunchy veggie would make the dish even better. But overall, exceeds expectations!!!
Apr 12, 2025
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Some of the most delicious tonkotsu broth I have had in years. Delicious fried chicken as well. Order was taken swiftly & food was delivered promptly. Great spot to grab a hearty lunch.
okay i know it's a chain but this will always be my go-to for ramen. used to do the trip from gatineau to ottawa to eat at their ottawa location. i'm so glad there's one here in montreal. tonkotsu black is my personal favourite, i love the crunchy black fungus & the porc is always so good. recently tried the miso black & that one is so good too. the broth no matter what you get is so so so so so so good. c'est écoeurant!!! the servers are always so nice.
"One of the best ramen spots in Canada! The flavors are exceptional - the mushroom adds a delightful salty touch, the broth perfectly balances savory & sweet, & the pork is incredibly tender. They also offer a delicious vegetarian option. Highly recommend!"
I walked in on a very very cold & stressful day. It was a very clean & welcoming place. Although almost all of their broths contain pork, they have a veggie broth & chicken broth. Be sure to ask for it if you don't eat pork. I tried the chicken ramen & it LITERALLY healed my soul. It was so simple, comforting, healthy, fresh, flavourful & at a perfect temperature. I wish they had a brunch in Toronto. 100% recommended. All the best to their business.
Jan 8, 2025
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First time trying it & I'm very satisfied. Tried the Tonkotsu Black, the broth was tasting great. Also the meat was very well cooked. Everything was perfect.
I got their karaage chicken & fried corn as an appetizer, & it was delicious. Their ramen was also really good. Their broth is lighter than an average ramen. Nevertheless, it warmed my soul. For more reviews on different mtl restaurants, visit @lifewithkarbs on instagram
Best Ramen shop I've been to. Good price & good food quality. It was served very quickly & broth was very flavorful, probably homemade & not instant powder. Waiters were nice & pork was tender.
