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.
Me encantó mi ramen con carne de cerdo, el caldito estaba súper consistente. También comimos el helado de limón y estaba delicioso. Los complementos para potenciar el sabor están muy ricos. La atención de los meseros fue muy amable.
22 avr. 2025
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I ordered the Ramen + Panna cotta combo for 25CAD. Everything tasted great, especially the donut mochi. I loved it (a very good replacement for panna cotta since they ran out of it when I ordered). The only downaide is if yoy come here at peak hours you'll wait a long time (I waited for 1 hour to be seated).
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.
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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 $25, which felt like an amazing value. The panna cotta was smooth & subtly tangy, a perfect way to end the meal.
Though the space was a bit tight, it added to the charm, & it was clear this is a place where people come together to enjoy great food & a relaxed atmosphere.
In the end, Yokato Yokabai is a hidden gem in Montreal's Plateau neighborhood. Whether you're craving a bowl of ramen on a cold day or just looking for a cozy spot to unwind, this place delivers authentic, comforting Japanese food at an excellent price. I'll definitely be back, but during a less busy traffic time when all the rooms are open.
8 avr. 2025
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The best ramen I've ever had the pleasure of trying. I often have a hard time finishing my meal in one sitting especially when dining out, but had no such difficulty here. Every element from the broth to the noodles to the pork & toppings was absolutely delicious & amazingly flavorful. It takes a lot for me to want to write a review for a restaurant but this one was absolutely worth it. A must try in Montréal!
Excellent! Nous avons adoré les ramens poulet avec ma copine. C'est un point positif de pouvoir choisir le pourcentage de sel du repas. Les quantités sont généreuses. Les tables sont un peu trop proches mais ça va. Le personnel était trop cool! J'adore
Good ramen, but unless you take all the topping that adds to the base price you get broth, 2 slice of pork & some noodle. So to have a'real' ramen you probably have to pay 30$+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 sorry
27 mars 2025
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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!
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 delicious
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.
23 mars 2025
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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 !
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.
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 lunch
