this little gem is the best ramen place i have found yet in the downtown Vancouver area. this time…read morewas my second time going as i don't get to travel to Vancouver often. their broth rich broth is so delectable, i finish it even if i can't finish my noodles. this place is often very busy as it's a smaller establishment and cannot seat too many people, but they always make sure to make your experience worthy by being kind and attentive. because it is a bustling restaurant it can get a little loud, but the interior and service is top notch. the staff also makes the effort to say 'thank you for coming' whenever you leave! thank you for having me again Ramen Gojiro!

This spot has affordable ramen with good large portions! I got the basic ramen with karaage and the…read morebroth is very rich and creamy. There was a heavy garlic flavour so if you don't like garlic I would not recommend it, but I loved it. The noodles were thick and chewy but I preferred it a bit more softer. The staff is very nice and came by to refill our water multiple times. As well it's usually pretty busy during peak hours so be ready to wait in line outside. Overall, it's the ramen is great and is a good deal!

Ramen Danbo is a popular recognized chain and my second favourite spot behind Horin…read more I enjoyed that this Lonsdale location is less busy than all the other locations, but the staff is just as friendly. However, there is not a lot of seating, so definitely not a place to come if you have more than 4 people. I had the negigoma since I am a huge sesame lover, so if you like sesame oil and roasted sesame flavour then this one is for you! However, one drawback with this compared to the classic is that the sesame is very overpowering. I tried the seasonal tomato broth and it is probably my favourite out of all the menu because how light, sweet, sour and peppery the flavours are. I like my soups to have more than one flavour. But overall, it is still amazing as always because the classic thin noodles reminds me exactly how the ramen were in Japan.

Came here for lunch. Turnover was quick and staff worked quickly to get people the things they…read moreneeded. The ramen itself was really good and needed on a chilly day! Easy stop in for a bite. Line can get long though especially at dinner!

Delicious ramen and such a nice server! I loved the toppings and spice/sauce options at each…read moretable. Would love to go back again. Kids loved it too!

This place is a solid lunch spot if you want ramen, but that's probably the extent of it. Fairly…read moreopen on Friday for lunch, as with any lunch spot it's quick/efficient, and solid. I love a good tsukemen, but while this place has it, it's fairly mid. It reminded why I usually only get it at tsukemen specific spots. The shoryu ramen was more impressive though still just good. All in all, above average lunch ramen, you could easily do worse, but you could also do better.

I probably go about once a month to this place, it is not only fairly prices but the service makes…read moreyou feel so cozy! The soup nourishes your soul with every ingredient, almost like if your grandma was cooking it for you! I cannot thank this place enough for providing such a great experience!

This ramen spot has been around for 15 years! I am teetering between 3.5 and 4 stars, but rounded…read moreup. Food - I got the tan tan men and really liked it! This restaurant is about $5 more per bowl than another place down the street and I do agree with another writer that they were skimp on the toppings, but I enjoyed my broth and dish and would eat here again. Service - staff was super friendly. I watched as they helped reccomend ramen to people who were unsure what to get. Ambiance - it isn't very big inside. There is one big shared table and maybe 5 tables for 2? I would imagine in busy times there is a wait. They also give you a little basket to put your bag/coat in if you sit at the shared table, it was super cute.

Was walking around robson st around dinner time and saw this place. Been hearing lots about their…read morefamed miso ramen and thought, why not! Being at the right place and at the right time, with no wait times or line-ups, i had to go. They are famous for sapporo style ramen which is basically a miso based broth. They combine 3 kinds of miso To make the broth...and let me tell you...they have struck gold!! The broth is so flavourful and packed with wonders. The noodles were cooked perfectly. The chasu was delicately firm with melts in your mouth goodness. The egg was excellently done with a still runny yolk. The butter added a silky smooth texture and right amount of saltiness to the broth, that each spoonful was cherished and appreciated. The plus factor for me was that the bowl came pipping hot. Unlike some Places where when the bowl hits your table, the broth is cold or lukewarm. It eve came with seasoned minced pork which added even more flavour and bite To the dish. Service was quick and efficient. Food was fantastic! Another Ramen craving satisfied! I would surely go back! Cheers! Happy eating!

Small cute ramen shop. They specialize in Sapporo style ramen, which is a miso broth base. Patio…read moredining is a tight fit with 3 tables (2 seats each) on a small outdoor deck. Very friendly and courteous staff. Small and simple ramen menu, and they also offer authentic Japanese tapas. My order: Kawaii Tamago (Baby Chicks): super cute addition to the ramen (ramen eggs shaped like baby chickens). You'll have to DM them on IG (or maybe call ahead) in order to pre-order these eggs as they are made to order. Everything is edible, just be careful of the small toothpicks that hold the corn "beaks" in place. Marinated very well, the whites/yolk are very flavourful, and the yolk is also perfectly half leaky. Chashu Miso Ramen: very impressed with the generous portion of thick-cut chashu (around ~6 slices if I remember correctly), that isn't too dry. Good meat to fat ratio for the chashu slices (I like having a rough 80% meat to 20% fat ratio, which I think they have done nicely).The broth was flavourful (not too salty), but on the slightly heavy/oily side. Noodles are firm and chewy. Spicy Miso Ramen: The broth was also rich and flavourful, but wasn't too spicy. I liked adding a squeeze of lemon to lighten up the broth. Comes with 2 slices of chashu. I liked the firm and chewiness of their noodles. Very filling bowl. Overall, it is a great place to satisfy your ramen cravings.

Best the first time I went. Their toroniku (pork jowl) combination is an excellent value and very…read moretasty. However it was best The first time I went. The slices were thick and tender and juicy, but more recently they have become thinner and drier and more salted. Even so I would say they are one of the better experiences in that they are less busy than the more currently popular Ramen places, and also despite the decrease in quality of my go to dish there, they still remain one of the Japanese restaurants with more generous servings of meat.

Weekday lunch. Friendly staff. Quickly seated. Clean. Easy to hear each other. Food came quickly…read more Negitoro rice small was a decent size. Spring rolls were small but fresh. Fry is very crunchy. Not a dark colour as is more typical for Chinese spring rolls. Would return.

There are a lot of good ramen restaurants in Vancouver, so it isn't easy to stand out in the crowd…read more Maruhachi Ramen manages to do so, and does it well! THE ROSES: While there's no dedicated parking, it's location in a semi-industrial area helps ensure that street parking is available. Clean, airy dining space, with entertaining J-Pop music providing the ambiance. Pleasant, efficient staff What makes MR stand out is the way it showcases 'tori-paitan' broth. While most diners are familiar with shoyu and tonkatsu broths, 'tori-paiten' uses chicken carcasses and then emulsifies the chicken bits with a blender to create a uniquely silky, creamy broth texture. It is a pleasant change of pace and really well executed. Portions and prices are reasonable. Nice choices of local and Japanese beers. THE THORNS: I honestly got nothing here. Maruhachi Ramen isn't fancy, but what it does, it does really well. THE VERDICT: This location of Maruhachi Ramen isn't super easy to find, and that's probably a good thing. If you want solid ramen and efficient service, you would be hard-pressed to find better. Highly recommend!

I've visited many Maruhachi locations, and I love their rich chicken broth, and the ajitama is one…read moreof my favourites. This was a new location I've never been to, and it's in a sort of industrial area near river rock casino. The street parking is limited and busy, and we had to make a few rounds. The staff was friendly, they even provided child place settings and scissors - big plus. The tamago ramen is my go to here with and order of fried garlic chips. The broth is rich and creamy. The noodles have a great chew, and you get a choice between thick or thin noodles. I do have to say the broth didn't seem as rich as their other locations, but still good. My little ones yummed it up. Always a solid choice to satisfy a ramen craving.

Nice little eaterie. Very small space with close seating. Not quite the ambiance that I prefer…read more Food was good. Everything had a nice taste and food temperature was good and Eve was served quickly. Service was great. They are very attentive.

What' a great spot and such quick service!…read more Loved that they had a whole vegetarian menu with enough flavor and protein. My wife and I both ordered medium spicy ramen and it was just the right amount where we could enjoy and our stomachs wouldn't be paying the price later. Parking is a little hit or miss but it was a nice day so we parked on an off street and took the walk. Totally worth the jaunt! Thank you - we will be back!