Yokato Yokabai Ramen
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Yokato Yokabai Ramen
Opens Today at 11:30 am
| Monday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 10 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 10 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 10 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 11 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am - 11 pm |
| Sunday | 11:30 am - 10 pm |
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ramen(355) broth(77) noodle(44) pork(43) chicken(37) bouillon(27) tonkotsu(20) busy(17) poulet(17)Page 3 of 17 - 336 Reviews
Alex
Pour moi ils font les meilleurs ramen à Montréal. Leur bouillon est onctueux & très savoureux.View more
Roxanne
I visited Yokato Yokabai for the first time on a chilly, rainy Saturday afternoon with a friend, & it turned out to be a cozy, unforgettable experience. The restaurant's vibe immediately set a welcoming tone-its intimate setting, with warm lighting & beautiful Japanese wall murals complemented by wooden accents, made it feel like stepping into a little slice of Japan. Since it was early & only the ramen bar was open, we had to wait about 40 minutes for a seat, but it was well worth it. We were seated right in front of the chefs, which was a treat as we watched them skillfully prepare the ramen.
Stay tuned for my video review on TikTok (@Foxy.appetite) & Instagram (@Foxyappetite)!
In depth review:
To start, we shared the pork gyoza with a peanut sauce, which had a perfect balance of flavors-crispy & savory with a little sweetness from the sauce. But the real star of the meal was the ramen. I opted for the torikotsu, which is a chicken broth ramen with thin noodles & chicken teriyaki as my protein. My friend went for the tonkotsu, which featured a rich pork broth with tender slices of pork & thin noodles. Both dishes were exceptional, with each bite bursting with flavor. The broth was so comforting, rich without being overwhelming, & the noodles were perfectly cooked.
There was a water jug on our table, but the menu didn't mention any drinks, so we weren't sure if we needed to ask specifically for something else. We weren't offered any additional beverages, which left us wondering if this was the usual practice.
To top it off, there was a special deal-ramen & a yuzu panna cotta dessert for just $25, which felt like an amazing value. The panna cotta was smooth & subtly tangy, a perfect way to end the meal.
Though the space was a bit tight, it added to the charm, & it was clear this is a place where people come together to enjoy great food & a relaxed atmosphere.
In the end, Yokato Yokabai is a hidden gem in Montreal's Plateau neighborhood. Whether you're craving a bowl of ramen on a cold day or just looking for a cozy spot to unwind, this place delivers authentic, comforting Japanese food at an excellent price. I'll definitely be back, but during a less busy traffic time when all the rooms are open.View more
Sébastien
Bonne place de ramen. J'aime l'ambiance. Le bouillon (tonkotsu) est quand même très gras.View more
Sidney
The best ramen I've ever had the pleasure of trying. I often have a hard time finishing my meal in one sitting especially when dining out, but had no such difficulty here. Every element from the broth to the noodles to the pork & toppings was absolutely delicious & amazingly flavorful. It takes a lot for me to want to write a review for a restaurant but this one was absolutely worth it. A must try in Montréal!View more
Dede
Excellent! Nous avons adoré les ramens poulet avec ma copine. C'est un point positif de pouvoir choisir le pourcentage de sel du repas. Les quantités sont généreuses. Les tables sont un peu trop proches mais ça va. Le personnel était trop cool! J'adoreView more
Vassily
Good ramen, but unless you take all the topping that adds to the base price you get broth, 2 slice of pork & some noodle. So to have a'real' ramen you probably have to pay 30$+tips+taxes. Which brings you close to 100$ for two ramens. You can pay 4$ for 2 slice of pork.
Overall good ramen but not worth the price sorryView more
Yash
I went there with my friends & had to wait for 30 minutes, but I had no complaints! The food was absolutely amazing, & the service was excellent. The place is beautifully decorated with murals on the walls, creating a great ambiance. Overall, it was a wonderful experience!View more
Juliet
Excellent Ramen! The Gyoza were also delicious. The place is awesome also! When you walk in it looks tiny but once you walk in you'll be surprised, the atmosphere is relaxed. A cool place for a night out with friends.
We however showed up with our toddler & even then they really looked after us.
The server was lovely, she was just really busy so it took time to get to us. Its not a big deal she was very helpful every time.
I do recommend this place its deliciousView more
Mai
I am a huge fan of ramen. I tried this place with two friends & honestly, it was probably the best ramen I have eaten so far in Quebec. The waiters were very nice & helpful.View more
Valérie
It's my go-to place for ramen.
Ils offrent 4 options de bouillons, avec options végane, sans gluten & végétarienne.
Possible d'y ajouter un ou plusieurs accompagnements & extras 🍥View more
Claire
Plats très bons, service sympa, salle d'attente en bas sur le banc à cote des toilettes pas top, certes c'est mieux que dehors, mais ca pourrait en décourager plus d'un. J'ose pas dire rendez cet endroit plus sexy puisque les fresques sur les murs de cette salle d'accès aux wc, figurant l'art d'aimer au Japon, sont floutèes aux endroits les plus explicites. Bon passons grands & petits y verront ce qu'ils y verront. Le problème majeur est que le restaurant ( on a fini pas qutter les wc) est bruyant & pas seulement à cause des clients mais surtout parce que la musique y est dispensée à un haut volume, ce dont tout le monde se dispenserait & du coup chacun ne serait pas obligé de hurler pour communiquer avec don vis à vis… A bon entendeur salut !View more
Rishi
I'm a big eater & ramen that I ordered was super-filling!
Chicken pieces were more than enough, broth was flavourful, & overall quantity was good.
I would love to come again to this place.
Recommendations:
- Ramen
- Grape Soda water
- Spicy fried chicken (side dish)View more
Emilie
Le ramen parfait pour se réconforter en hiver. Le bouillon est riche en goût & les prix raisonnables pour la quantité & la qualité.
Si vous comptez manger sur place, il faudra faire la queue le weekend : mais n'oubliez pas de vous inscrire sur la liste d'attente virtuelle à l'intérieur avant d'attendre dehors.View more
Filippa
A friend & I went for Sunday lunch in winter (January) We arrived toward the end of a rush & waited around 20 minutes to be seated
The staff was very helpful to guide us through the ordering process & made suggestions.
The ramen was great & I'm happy I followed the staff's suggestion.
Only downside is that unfortunately we were sitting close to the entrance so we were both kinda cold for the entire lunchView more
Nabila
I can see why this place gets busy....num num num yummy with that extra num num num. Ate at the chill ramen side, loved the sesame broth very unique. Portion of meat generous.... loved that they have 3 broth options that dont have pork. Num num num chicken ramen : )View more
Batsala
It was very busy when we got there. Waited 25 minutes to sit down in a dark corner. The vegetarian ramen we ordered tasted okay.View more
Meg
We had a wonderful meal here in a cold snowy Monday. The food was delicious - three of us had Ramen with Tonkatsu broth, one of us had some Chicken Kaarage. The atmosphere is fun & lively, & service was kind & attentive. Highly recommend!View more