Overall, the reviews describe Sansotei Ramen as a flavorful and reliable option with a range of broths and toppings, including mushroom, chicken and pork ramens and vegetarian choices, with standout tonkotsu and miso and the option to add spicy sauce; the atmosphere is described as cozy and pleasant in downtown Montreal, with fast and attentive service often praised, though experiences vary by location and a few visits note slower service or less satisfying bowls. Many diners call the ramen tasty, well balanced and good value, some labeling it among the best in town, while a minority mention issues such as overcooked noodles or bland broth at specific locations and limited menu choices for non-pork eaters. Overall, the impression is of strong flavor, solid service and a convenient spot for a quick, satisfying ramen meal.
I've been a big fan of sansotei over the years & this was my first time at the Mackay location. Unfortunately, it didn't measure up. The tonkotsu black was bland - both the broth & the chasu pork lacked the full rich flavour I was used to & the noodles were slightly overcooked. The chasu is also sliced super think like a cold cut so the value is not there either. No one came to ask how we liked it. Maybe this is the sad reality with multiple franchises but I won't be returning to Sansotei again.
If this was on 10, I would give it an 8.8 but the 5 star rating on google isn't as panoramic. The fried chicken was life changing literally. Because I never knew there was non-greasy fried chicken. This one was amazing. The ramen bowls were also great & so well seasoned, I just found there to be too many noodles (better than having too little tbh) & they weren't really good. That would be the only downside of the whole experience. Everything else was amazing.
I definitely a visit to this location if you are craving for ramen in downtown Montreal. They have many options to offer & after trying a few, I can definitely say they are tasty & have me coming for more. It definitely has its misses in terms of the umami & the noodles, but all together, I can go in here whenever I have a craving for ramen & don't want to go too far away from downtown.
Milky tonkotsu broth was good. The yellow noodles were might favourite noodles. They are slightly curly, smooth & springy. The charsiu was the best of the ones we had tried on this trip.
Sep 4, 2024
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We were being greedy. After a big Japanese lunch, we came across this ramen-ya. It has the similar Kinton Ramen feel - even similar metal cups? However our experience this time here compared to KR is very different. I love the yellow noodle that they use. It's a little curly, smoother & springy compared to some of the other ramen-ya that have more straight noodles. I don't know why not more noodle shop would use this type of ramen. The broth is more intense than KR for sure. A little more milky than Neotokyo which was already very good. The grilled charsiu was probably the best we had on this trip. The service was quick & efficient, but not much more engagement. That's ok. I respect that it's a place to have a quick bite. Apparently there are another 2 branches. Will have to try them next time.
The service was exceptional, & the food was superb. The Gyoza served as a flavorful & crunchy starter. For the main course, the Tonkatsu ramen with thin noodles & extra chashu was delightful. The portion size was just right, making it an ideal choice for a chilly evening.
Jun 13, 2024
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The food was a horrific experience eating it made me appreciate life & moms food. For 20 bucks you get a bowl of noodles a bit of black fungus, scallions & 2 slices of poorly cooked chashu with broth. THE BROTH WAS THE WPRST PARTto mention to loud blasting DJ music out of nowhere. The service was just normal
The ramen was DELICIOUS. Savoury, clear, & umami broth with perfectly cooked noodles. Toppings were pickled to perfection. Every bite was delicious. Prices are good for good proportions. Service was good it's just I got a little pressed by the manager for not leaving a tip. Would still go back for the food though, highly recommend.
