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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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on Google4.6 (5300+)
*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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4.0

Attempt #2 trying to go here worked as the first time on a Friday night was told 1.5 hour wait & you cant make reservations. Second time for a weekend lunch they had implemented a new system which was much better where there is a tablet where you enter your name, number of guests & phone number & you will be texted when to come back when a table is available. Our estimate was 15 min to 45 min but ended up being much closer to 10 minutes.

Yokato was great but hurt by high bar expectations in terms of the Michelin Guide reference. Service was very good, as was the ambiance & food just nothing that blows you away which for better or worse what you expect when you hear the name Michelin name.

After getting the text me & my friend were led to our tables. For lunch you fill in a little sheet with what sides you want, the broth, meats & any extras which I appreciated for the efficiency.

We ordered the Pork broth with Pork & the Chicken Broth with Chicken. Both were very good & savory, & didnt take too live to arrive after ordering. You also get a little caddy with add-ons for the soup which were spicy sesame seeds in oil, regular sesame seeds, pickled radish & pink onions I think.

Overall the service, system & food were all very good, just not mindblowing or novel which is what I kindof expected with any association for the Michelin Guide

Dec 7, 2025
on Google

Ambiance traditionnelle japonaise. Par contre j'avoue pas une place où tu prend le temps de te poser. Moi mon ramen vege été délicieux. Mon conjoint a trouvé le ramen ordinaire & préfère vraiment Neo Tokyo. J'ai trouvé cela un peu dispendieux & pour moi le prix ne reflète pas tout à fait la qualité.

Dec 6, 2025
on Google

1h30 wait. We ate at the thin counter, had to eat in an awkward position. Food is great though. There's zero service, only serving.

Dec 5, 2025
on Google

Très belle découverte.
Autant l'entrée que le plat principal tout était parfait & excellent

Dec 4, 2025
on Google
5.0

Le personnel a l'accueil sont très sympathique la nourriture était très bien! Ça vaut le détour!

Dec 3, 2025
on Google

I used to go a few years back, had some memorable experiences. This time however was not. The tables are very small, we were only 2 & had no space for 2 ramen & a side dish. the flavour was quite bland. It used to be my favorite ramen shop, but after coming back for the first time in 3 years, the quality of the food & experience dropped alot. the priced went UP as we spent close to 80$ for ramen & side. 25$ for an okay ramen & 15$+ for a side. the aesthetic of the store is there, But very crowded, small, expensive. It does look good at least.

Dec 3, 2025
on Google

It was great the food was good I will have to go back & try more of their ramen

Nov 30, 2025
on Google

Amazing experience! Ramen were as delicious as in Japan

Nov 30, 2025
on Google

Le meilleur tonkotsu que j'ai mangé.

Nov 30, 2025
on Google
5.0

Quick, delicious, amazing taste! Definitely a repeat place!!

Nov 30, 2025
on Google

Food is out of this world good! & service is impeccable!
Shoutout to Adam for making the place feel lively!

Nov 29, 2025
on Google

I order almost every week. Their torikotsu is a must.

Nov 29, 2025
on Google

Pendant notre séjour à Montréal nous avons été deux fois chez Yokato Yokabai & les ramen étaient excellents & très copieux. Nous avons également gouté les takoyaki & karaage & tout est était parfaitement exécuté.

Nov 29, 2025
on Google

I don't understand how this place was apparently given a Micheline rating. Did something happen? The food wasn't terrible, but badly prepared. The place is cramped & very loud. You hardly have room to sit comfortably & if you're stuck waiting in line to get in? Honestly? Go somewhere else that either makes food of the same caliber but lower price with quieter atmosphere. Or go somewhere better with the price they charge here. As harsh as this sounds, it's what it is.

I think the staff is overwhelmed with the amount of people they try to serve. It's the double edged sword of being a popular spot to try their menu.

Not great, not terrible. A disappointment, but at least that's memorable.

Nov 28, 2025
on Google

While it is very busy & the wait is long if you go during their busy time, they have a system & it works & they're nice & the food is excellent. You don't feel rushed or anything. Loved the food!

Nov 28, 2025
on Google

Fantastic food. Small place - each time ive been here I was seated directly facing a wall :/
Main gripe is that you have to wait outside in the cold without much communication from stuff - & they seem kind of annoyed that nobody understands their confusing system

Nov 28, 2025
on Google
5.0

Comme d'habitude le service était exceptionnel, & que dire de la nourriture !! J'ai rêvé toute la semaine à ces ramen, & ils ne m'ont pas déçu ! On a eu the best seats in the house, au bar, proche de l'action !:)

Nov 20, 2025
on Google

Whoa. I was not expecting this quality on Ramen, great service, delicious!!!!

Nov 20, 2025
on Google

Très bons ramens! Ça vaut le détour & l'attente qui peut venir avec. Il n'y a pas beaucoup de place (si vous y aller à plus que 2 surtout) alors je vous conseille d'y aller assez tôt ou d'avoir du temps devant vous puisque j'ai déjà vu plus d'une heure d'attente avant de pouvoir aller s'asseoir. Cependant, ils ont un bon système de fil d'attente virtuel où on a juste à s'inscrire sur la tablette à l'entrée & ils nous envoient une notification quand il y a de la place (excellent moyen de pouvoir visiter un peu les alentours en attendant). Les options végétariennes & véganes sont excellentes de mêmes que les produits carnés. En gros, allez-y!

Nov 19, 2025
on Google
2.0

My experience was somewhat unfortunate since they forgot a dish & after at least 15 minutes of waiting a waitress came to tell me that my dish was about to come out to which I only ordered a dessert & a tea since they do not have coffee, she was very kind to offer these last orders as a courtesy, as someone who is within the industry I would advise them that if it required more staff they should invest in it because forgetting orders is not a good thing for anyone, just as being a Michelin restaurant I expected better service & with the issue of Dishes As a lover of oriental food, I can say that the ramen is nothing spectacular, it is good, although I think that due to overproduction the quality of the flavor has been lost & the sausages were good but nothing out of this world & the dessert was quite flat, like something that lacks love. I hope to visit you on the next occasion & that the great success you enjoy today is not the cross on your grave.

Nov 18, 2025
on Google