Yokato Yokabai est une destination de choix pour d'authentiques ramens tonkotsu de style Hakata. Reconnu pour son bouillon d'os de porc riche et crémeux mijoté pendant des heures et préparé entièrement sans GMS, ce restaurant chaleureux offre un véritable goût du Japon. Avec ses nouilles faites maison, ses bols personnalisables et ses à-côtés savoureux comme le fameux poulet karaage, il propose une expérience traditionnelle d'une qualité exceptionnelle.
Dans l'ensemble, Yokato Yokabai Ramen est fréquemment salué pour ses bouillons riches et profundamente aromatiques et ses nouilles bien travaillées, beaucoup de gourmands le qualifiant du meilleur ramen à Montréal et notant des notes authentiques de style Hakata que l'on peut personnaliser; l'ambiance est chaleureuse et conviviale mais souvent animée et bruyante, l'espace étant parfois étroit et les files d'attente longues, facilitées par un système de SMS pour avertir quand la table est prête; les accompagnements comme karaage et edamame reçoivent de bons échos, tandis que certains trouvent les prix élevés ou les bols pas toujours assez chauds et considèrent parfois l'expérience surévaluée selon le moment, la table et le plat.
Loved it! Bit of a wait, but oh so worth it. Broth is complex & full of depth. Nice portion & cut of pork. No nonsense service & fair pricing for the high quality of the food. Will definitely be back!
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Ordered karage tokoyaki & grilled squid for starters, tonkotsu ramen main. Starters are pretty good. Grilled squid came immediately & cold. I assume a cancelled order for someone else -1.5. Ramen was really bad , noodles carried no flavour. Broth had no depth, egg was just a soft boiled egg. Pork shoulder not belly so no flavour whatsoever. -2 bad service would add another -1 but not adding that to this review.
Unfortunately, we were disappointed dining here. I got the pork broth ramen which lacked depth & flavour. My friend got the sesame broth ramen with chicken & her sesame broth was extremely thick, to the point where it was difficult to sip & did not feel like a broth at all. Pieces of her chicken were also, unfortunately, raw. Overall the experience was not a positive one :(
Since we didn't want to wait three hours we decided to order take out. We waited 30min for it & when we got home, we opened the box & there was no broth in it. We were really disappointed by that…
Came at 5h30pm, ate at 8h45pm. Waited more than 3 hours just for the food being meh. (Broth too salty, noodles undercook, meat hard to chew or mostly fat). Their ramen are not consistent, my friends bowl had more meat while I had more cabbage. Honestly, overhyped & overprice for ramen. How was it considers Michelin star?
28 avr. 2026
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Servings are so cheap for what it really is. Pork was like 95% fat, broth was too salty & the entire dish was so plain. Couldn't believe it. Doesn't even taste good. All hype.
It being listed in the Michelin Guide set my expectations quite high. On my first visit, the wait time was 75 minutes, so I decided to come back the next day. This time, I arrived before opening, but the queueing system & entry process were quite confusing. There was no clear guidance for customers on where to wait. The ramen shop signage said to enter through the izakaya next door, which was very confusing. The staff didn't seem to manage or inform the queue, even though the door was open (it probably should have been closed if they weren't ready to receive customers).
When they finally opened, people rushed in-whoever stood closest to the door got in first, with no real order. Once inside, I was surprised to see that the izakaya & ramen shop were actually connected. Seating was bar-style (no backrests), & if you had a lot of belongings, there wasn't really anywhere to put them-you'd be better off coming light.
I ordered the chicken broth ramen. The soup itself was rich, flavorful, & clearly chicken-forward. However, the chashu pork was too lean for my taste, making it a bit tough & hard to eat. The noodles & broth didn't come together as well as I'd hoped. Toppings were minimal (like green onions & seaweed), & you had to pay extra if you wanted more. At the bottom of the bowl, there was some orange peel, which added a refreshing note if the chicken fat became too rich.
If I come back next time, I'd probably try the chicken topping instead.
On the bright side the wait wasn't long for me. However, the waitress wasn't friendly, did not even say hello. I hesitated to tip & now still don't know why I did, don't think she earned it & I regretted immediately, not even thank you at the end, just… would you like a copy?
I understand you may be tired from your shift being a waiter is no easy feat,but it is exactly why we have tipping culture, & you get paid such a high salary, because we expect some service. A small smile can go on a long way, a lot of us treat ourselves to a meal to feel better too.
But, she doesn't even glance the customer in the eye, maybe it would be wise to consider a position in the kitchen if it is such a chore to engage with clients.
The food was room temp when it arrived, the ramen was not hot unfortunately. Isn't the star of the dish the broth? But you serve the meal cold..? It's disappointing. It's probable they are too short staffed & she forgot my order so it cooled, can't say. Overall, the food was just okay. Not great, not bad just okay.
Maybe close to what you would get at a ramen fast food chain in Tokyo when you're tipsy at 5am. Again for Montreal the bar is low, unlike Toronto, this is not bad for what you can get here because we barely have options for japanese food, we tend to specialize in European dining... But overall it is just okay! Same for the service just meh, not great,not bad, just okay. It's on the pricey side as well. Maybe, I'll have a better experience if I visit next time.
My favorite ramen in Montreal. The broths are thick & flavorful. Love the gluten free & vegan options. Still I miss the green ramen noodles.
The karaage its ok.
The waiters are nice.
Just consider that depending on the day of the week & time you attend it could take from immediate service up to 1 hour 20 minutes to get a table (since the ramen space is quite small).
There's also the other side that is like the bar side where they serve the ramen but also other dishes & drinks. That side is also really nice.
6 avr. 2026
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Excellent ramen spot that consistently delivers both quality & atmosphere. Yokato Yokabai has a really authentic feel from the moment you walk in, with a cozy & lively setting that adds to the overall experience. The ramen itself is outstanding, rich, flavorful broth, perfectly cooked noodles, & well-prepared toppings that all come together really well. You can tell a lot of care goes into each bowl. The menu offers a good variety, so there's something for everyone whether you like something lighter or more rich & hearty. Service is efficient & friendly, even when it gets busy, which it often does for good reason. Overall, a must-visit if you're craving high-quality ramen in Montreal.
Honestly, the ramen was not exactly bad but the place is very overrated. For the price & the'reputation' the noodles were tasteless & the broth was excessively greasy. They also have us a table for 2 looking at a wall. I can take that but at least put some effort in the lighting, the atmosphere was bad. Edamame was excessively salty as well.
Nothing to complain about service.
Franchement, c'était délicieux. The broth is rich but not salty at all for the'normal' salt level. Le fait que les ramens sont très personnalisables, ça rend heureux de le manger comme on le veut! On était une table 5 & on s'est fait servir sans beaucoup d'attente à la table. Le rythme du service était bien sympa.
I had the vegetarian broth, thin noodles (fresh), vegetables (comes with tofu), less salty, more green onion, whole egg, seaweed with a cup of tea. It was great & the portion was perfect ! So fresh tasting. It is a bit warm rather than hot so drinking tea with it gives an extra heat boost. The place is usually busy so I got there right when it opened. They seated me in a nice wooden bench area & I felt really comfortable listening to the music & chilling out. The waiter was cool, helpful & polite. I'd come back to try other options
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Tried veggie broth, add more shiitake mushrooms. Enough portion, fresh & delicious ingredients, & reasonable price.
Seats are not comfortable for long stays, but to have your friends, fancy or casual, small chat & have great meals, it's a fantastic place in a beautiful area.
Have reservations if possible.
I went to Yokato Yokabai Ramen on a cold, rainy Saturday afternoon with a friend. One of those grey days where you just want warmth, something comforting, & a place that lets you linger.
The space is intimate & cozy, with warm lighting, wooden accents, & Japanese murals lining the walls. It feels lived-in in the best way. Like a spot people return to often. When we arrived, only the ramen bar was open, so we waited about 40 minutes for a seat. Normally that might feel long, but the weather made it feel right. When we were finally seated, it was directly in front of the chefs, which instantly made the wait worth it. Watching the bowls come together was its own quiet kind of entertainment.
Once seated, things moved smoothly.
We started by sharing the pork gyoza with peanut sauce. Crispy, savory, with just enough sweetness to round everything out. A solid opener.
Then came the ramen.
I ordered the torikotsu, a chicken-based broth with thin noodles & chicken teriyaki. Comforting, rich without being heavy, & really well balanced. My friend went for the tonkotsu, with its deeper pork broth, tender slices of pork, & the same delicate noodles. Both bowls were deeply satisfying. The kind of food that warms you from the inside out & makes the rain outside feel intentional.
One small thing to note. There was a water jug on the table, but the menu didn't list drinks & we weren't offered anything else, so we weren't sure if additional beverages were available unless requested. Not a dealbreaker, just something to know going in.
We ended up opting for a special that included ramen & a yuzu panna cotta for $25, which felt like great value. The panna cotta was smooth, lightly tangy, & refreshing. A gentle ending rather than something overly sweet.
The space itself is a bit tight, & it can get loud when it's full, but that closeness adds to the charm. It feels like a place where people gather for comfort, not spectacle.
Yokato Yokabai is the kind of spot you crave on a cold day. Cozy, unfussy, & focused on doing ramen really well. I'll definitely be back, ideally at a quieter time when more of the space is open, but the food alone makes it worth returning to.
We had pork & sesame broth thick noodles Ramen. Chicken & pork. Sesame broth was too heavy for me. The soup was colder than expected. Spicy chicken entree was good. Rice with pork entree was tasty. The place was packed on Sunday at 2. We waited for 20 minutes for a table. 4 stars overall.
This is my favourite place for ramen in Montreal. The gomami broth is amazing. The only downside to this place is the extremely long wait since they don't take any reservations. We waited about 1 hour 40 min for it but it was worth it at the end
