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Yokato Yokabai Ramen
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Yokato Yokabai Ramen

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.5$ & $$
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Yokato Yokabai Ramen Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Yokato Yokabai Ramen

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*as of 2026-02-15
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Review Summary

Reviews paint Yokato Yokabai Ramen as a busy, cramped but authentic spot where a rich, customizable ramen experience sits at the center of the appeal. The broths, especially tonkotsu and torikotsu, are repeatedly described as savory, creamy, and deeply flavored, with homemade noodles that hold up to toppings like pork, chicken, or vegan options; karaage and takoyaki are frequent favorites on the side. The atmosphere is described as cozy and authentic Japanese with a lively vibe, though the space is small, chilly near the door, and noisy during peak hours. A popular text-based waitlist system helps manage queues but wait times can stretch, sometimes making the meal feel pricey for the portion size or the level of service. Service quality ranges in reviewers' eyes from warm and attentive to slow or inconsistent, contributing to a sense that the place is excellent when it shines but not always flawless. Value is debated: some call it the best ramen in Montreal and worth the crowd and cost, while others feel the hype and Michelin connection have inflated expectations and that the experience does not always match the price. The restaurant also offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-aware options, and a cocktail program adds to the scene, but overall opinions converge on a standout, highly flavorful ramen that pays off for many despite the caveats of popularity and pace.
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Good ramen in Montreal. I tried this place out during a 2 day stint in the city due to its' high amount of reviews & I was happy with the option. The broth was solid, along with pretty delicious noodles that tasted very fresh. The meat was good as well. I didn't really like the spoon situation as drinking the broth at our tiny 2 person booth was a little... like annoying. But it LoOkS tRaDiTiOnAl. Whatever. The chicken karaage was good too, but definitely not like a "must get." We should've gotten a small plate for me & my girlfriend because the chicken was loaded on the tiny plate & kept tipping over, with not a lot of chopstick power. Other than those tiny points, I would come back again to get my ramen fix in the city.

Nov 7, 2024
on Google
5.0

favourite ramen place in the plateau. The only problem is the long wait & the server not always friendly

Nov 4, 2024
on Google

Definitely one of the best (if not the best) Ramen in Montreal, their Tonkotsu broth is so addictive I highly recommend taking the thick noodles, they are really incredible in taste & texture I would eat there everyday if I could 🤩

Nov 1, 2024
on Google

Le building est très grand, mais comme il y a beaucoup de subdivisions, ça évite la cacophonie des grands espaces. Service parfait & amical, équipe jeune & dynamique. Nous avons pris des ramens personnalisés via le menu à cocher. Tout était délicieux!

Nov 1, 2024
on Google

Food was excellent, the ambience is fantastic & the price is very reasonable. I recommend this restaurant. Thank you

Oct 29, 2024
on Google
5.0

Excellent ramen, better than some of what I've tried in Japan. What they're doing here is incredible. Waiting time can be 2 hrs or more so try to avoid peak hours. The thin noodles picked up the broth well & everything was just delicious. Very glad I came here!

Oct 27, 2024
on Google

La meilleure place de ramen que j'ai mangé. Le seul point négatif ses qu'il y a généralement une file d'attente.

Oct 27, 2024
on Google

Always amazing ramen

Oct 26, 2024
on Google
4.0

Ramen was good, but it could be better. The sides are nice touch. Go early. It can get busy.

Oct 24, 2024
on Google

Very solid ramen spot that lives up to the ratings, but is definitely on the more expensive side. Got the tonkotsu ramen, regular saltiness, with chashu topping. Broth is thick, rich, meaty, not too salty or oily. I had thin noodles while my partner got thick. Thick is definitely the way to go but costs extra, which I find kind of annoying since I don't remember any other ramen shop that does the same. I've read some other reviews that mention the broth being a bit lukewarm, which I agree with, but it was still delicious regardless. Came on a weeknight ~8pm & had to wait 40min, but this the same with any other popular restaurant in the area anyway.

Oct 22, 2024
on Google

Le service & l'ambiance est super, mais je trouve que les ramen sont un peu simpliste pour recevoir un 5! Vaux tout demême le détour.

Oct 20, 2024
on Google

Excellent ramen, service irréprochable & super atmosphère ! Merci.

Oct 19, 2024
on Google
5.0

Amazing "make-your-own" ramen, great ambiance, great service, great cocktails, & decent price

Oct 18, 2024
on Google

Vegetarian soup (not the veg milk one) tastes good but not super special, though the toppings, sides & everything are definitely very thoughtful & well made. According to our friends the chicken soup is REALLY good. Takoyaki & shaved ice are standard tasty. We waited at least an hour, was pretty annoying that the wait time increased as we were waiting, it was just a thursday night. The waiter was very nice though.

Oct 18, 2024
on Google

Que dire ? Extrêmement déçue par ce restaurant. Le service... à la fois trop présent & inexistant. 4/5 serveurs qui passent à la table, pour nous demander si l'on veut de l'eau il y a du monde, mais pour nous expliquer la carte, nous conseiller, nous annoncer les plats qui arrivent ou nous donner la note...personne. Le goût...la plus grosse déception. Mes ramens, nouilles de riz, renvoyée car pas cuites, retour d'une nouvelle assiette (super), même cuisson. Bouillon insipide, oignons verts au goût de frigo, haricots verts décongelés pas assez cuits, froids & croquants. Sans parler de l'accompagnement, le tofu grillé qui n'a de grillé que le nom & je ne veux même pas savoir d'où venait l'odeur du bol. Pour les ramens de mon fils, bouillon de porc , ultra gras, apprécié a la première bouchée puis écoeurant à souhait.... Pour les deux autres, pas mieux. Croquettes de pommes de terre arrosées de sauce, on se serait passé de la tartine de sauce sucrée... Tout ça pour la modique somme de ...140 dollars. Catastrophe quoi ! Mauvais pour extrêmement cher. Commis de salle très gentille, serveur ok. Belle déco, ambiance sympa. Pour nous c'était la première & la dernière. Dommage.

Oct 16, 2024
on Google

De bons ramens & des entrées appétissantes! Un incontournable

Oct 15, 2024
on Google
5.0

meilleurs ramen a montreal.

Oct 10, 2024
on Google

Les années passent & leurs ramens sont toujours délicieux ! Le bouillon au porc est riche, sapide & les nouilles fines & addictives. Un régal ! Les petits à côté sont également à tester. Service attentionné & prix relativement doux 🔥

Oct 8, 2024
on Google

Great vibes & food was really good. Only complaint is that the broth was only luke warm but everything else was on point. Noodles were great, broth was flavourful & the chashu was tender & portion was very generous. Also ordered the spicy karaage which was also very good, really crispy & the sauce was tangy with good heat. Restaurant is small though so expect to wait. I came at around 6 on a Monday & it was already full with 8 people waiting in line.

Oct 8, 2024
on Google

Very good place for ramen & ambiance. Service included 😃

Oct 7, 2024
on Google