While walking by, I noticed Kinton Ramen had a summer special consisting of a ramen, Tokyo fries,…read moreand a specialty lychee iced tea drink for $14.99, and decided to give it a try. The food was delicious, filling, and great value. While I found ratio of chicken to noodles was fairly low, I was otherwise impressed by the meal and would certainly go back for it. The restaurant itself had a nice ambiance to it and the staff were attentive.

We're always happy with the food here. This visit was no exception to the rule. I feel that in…read moreaddition, our server was extra helpful on this visit. She brought up some kind of stamp card with a promotion which could help give us some kind of discount off our bill. A small discount around 10 - 15% off but any kind of discount is better than no discount. In addition to getting us this discount she also helped me to sign up for the rewards program on the app which earned me a free appetizer, so we got to enjoy a free order of Takoyaki with our meal. It used to be that there was a physical stamp card and in order to get the stamp, you'd have to finish every last drop in your bowl every time you come to visit. Seems like they are doing away with that system and replacing it with a digital rewards system. Our server helped to transfer what was on my physical card over to my new digital account on the app. Now with the app, I just have to show a QR code instead of the stamp card, and although the restaurant would probably prefer us all to still finish every last drop in our bowl, it seems that is no longer an absolute requirement for getting our "stamp" in the app. I like this new direction that they've taken!

I recommend going early! Since I was having a solo party, I was able to be seated early at the…read morecounter if there were any available seats! The guy in front of me, Deng, looked at me with such envy as he cut in line. This place is incredibly popular! Every time I pass by, there's a long queue. Even on rainy days, people are willing to get soaked in the rain just to have a bowl of hot tonkotsu ramen. While you're queuing, the staff will hand out menus. The ordering system is similar to Ichiran Ramen; you can choose the noodle firmness, broth consistency, spiciness, green onions, oil level, and MSG amount . The basic ramen is only $13. I added a soft-boiled egg and pickled cabbage for $2 each. Although the pickled cabbage is really expensive , I can't help it, I'm a pickled cabbage addict! The pickled cabbage paired with the rich tonkotsu broth was refreshing. The broth was flavorful but not greasy, the noodles were chewy and springy, and the portion size was just right. Overall, it's incredibly good value for money; no wonder there's always a queue. After eating, you really get that "Ah~ this is the taste of happiness" feeling

Coming from Hawaii, I had high expectations. This is my 2nd time visiting Vancouver, and the 1st…read moretime had a long line that I walked away from. This time, still a line, but it went faster. This is definitely not a sit down and enjoy your meal w anyone. Order your food from a slip of paper you're given so that by the time you sit, they collect it and place the order. Seats are hard and it is devised where you and then leave. I had the goma vegetarian and my brother the tonkatsu. We both had thicker noodles. However, one could not tell. The vegetarian was loaded with sesame seeds. Now i love those seeds but it was way too much for my liking. Too much seeds to chew on. They also do not put any vegetables on like Hawaii does. Everything is ala carte and that adds up. I simply chose the ramen version without all the add ons. The broth was yummy but again with the loaded seeds, it made it challenging to just drink the soup. I will say, Hawaii has by far better ramen, but this place was ok too. Pricey for for what you get though.

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.

Stopped by Maruhachi on a Saturday lunchtime after our long commute from Seattle. this restaurant…read moreis tucked in a corner not too far from the main Robson street. Paid parking was not too hard to find on the Main Street but during busy dining hours it might be difficult. We got seated right away at the bar since there were no tables open and the service was quick. Traditional Japanese style ambiance and even the bathroom had rounded Japanese bowl sink. As someone who doesn't have chicken broth (paitan style) ramen, I was really looking forward to the original ramen I ordered but I was a bit disappointed in the flavor profile of the dish. The ramen had both chasu and seaweed paired with thin round noodles. The broth was creamy and had a hint of chicken flavor but even adding several rounds of their soy sauce/salt seasoning they have on the side to adjust your broth to your liking-- I found that the richness of the soup was not what I had expected from the reviews that I read prior to coming here. Overall, a bit disappointed in the flavoring of the broth but maybe we came on an off day. I would be willing to give it a shot again in the future if I had ramen cravings and given that it was very affordable ($11-15 per bowl with tip), but I would probably opt to try another place first.

We had a reservation for 8 pm on Tuesday. The restaurant was packed and bustling. Without a…read morereservation, we would have had to sit at a communal table. I always order beef tongue, Japanese fried chicken, and shrimp mayonnaise. These are my must-orders and their signature dishes. The beef tongue is actually quite simple; it's delicious just from being lightly heated. The hot stone slab is served piping hot, perfect for searing meat. Be quick, or it will cool down. The Japanese fried chicken is tender, juicy, and incredibly fragrant. The seasoning is just right. The shrimp mayonnaise is plentiful and a perfect match for beer. The two seasonal or specialty dishes of the day weren't as good, and I wouldn't order them again. My advice is to order their most popular and classic dishes, and definitely make a reservation in advance if you want to come (especially on weekends, as the wait can be up to an hour).

Dining at Kingyo Izakaya is always a spirited and delightful culinary experience, complete with…read morecreative Japanese decor and an energetic, welcoming atmosphere. The ambient bamboo accents and lively buzz from the open kitchen instantly set the stage for an unforgettable tapas style feast. The service was vibrant, attentive, and executed with immense warmth from the moment we walked through the door. Cooking the tender Kobe Beef directly on the Super Hot Stones brought a wonderful, interactive sizzle to the table, delivering melt in your mouth rich flavor in every single bite. The deeply savory Tan Tan Noodles were packed with comfort, and the artfully presented Bento Box offered a beautiful, balanced taste of their finest dishes.

Small neighborhood gem located in the upper Lonsdale area of North Vancouver. Really good menu,…read morereasonably-priced menu for dine-in or take-out. Went late afternoon so it was not busy. Perhaps the freshest sushi I've had around Vancouver! The soba was really good. Service was excellent. Highly recommended. Will go again

Grabbed food for pick up on a Sunday PM, fast service (ready in 20 mins), and the sushi (veggie…read morecombo & hachihana combo) and miso we got were all fantastic!

Had lunch around 12:30 on Boxing Day. There wasn't much of a wait for 2 ppl. I was so hungry I…read moredidn't get many pictures! The place was clean and spacious. My company and I sat at one of the communal long tables. We shared their lunch special w tonkotsu thick ramen noodles, comes w salad and truffle fries and a daily dessert (we got yuzu jelly). The noodles were al dente just like how I like them. I am not sure if you can specify how well done you'd like your noodles. You can try asking. Extra noodles refills are available here for $2. We also had their salmon jalapeño and Ikura temaki. I really liked the ikura one even tho the salmon jalapeño is their recommended one.

The server didn't speak English well and misunderstood my order. The pork chashu was tough and…read moreovercooked rather than soft and melting as it is supposed to be. Given that this is a ramen restaurant I would have expected that they would get chashu tonkotsu right :(

My friend and I was recommended to this restaurant when we were in town. So we decided to give it a…read moretry. The restaurant was fairly empty on a Saturday late afternoon. We quickly sat down and placed our order. Both my friend and I ordered the Bog Mountain ramen. It was well worth the price because it has most of the add ons. My friend ordered the miso broth and I got the shoyou broth. Both broth was a bit bland, but understandable because there are additional add ons that could potentially enhance the flavor. Overall, we thought it was decent. The interior decors felt appropriate for the space. There was booth seating that showcase Japanese murals. It looked really cool.

Great service in a cute, but small restaurant. I love that they have vegan options as well.read more

We were seated straight away , restaurant is clean , quiet easy to talk…read more Menu has many different ramen and curry. Tried one tamago ramen (classic) and one chicken katsu curry. Both were tasty and decent portion sizes.

I understand flavour profiles are to each their own…read more I've had many bowls of Ramen from North America to Japan . I can say that it was okay for me. The chasu had body, the noodles were bouncy, the egg was good, and the broth profile was good. Service was good - this location was on the newer side so it was clean and nice. Try it

I can't believe I haven't been to this local place until now - great food at great prices, terrific…read moremenu with katsu, donburi, not just ramen and now they even have a hamburg steak option. The place feels very spacious. A local gem that I am already looking forward to coming back - thus the high ratings! I ordered a black garlic ramen plus tonkatsu combo. For $24 this is a crazy good deal and a HUGE amount of food. It's a regular sized ramen bowl - just the ramen alone is very filling. - tonkatsu is light but crispy, really well done. - comes with a generous amount of cabbage salad Now the ramen: - the broth is really umami. It's light compared to some other black garlic - but still full of flavour. - noodles are great. I get mine thin. Done very well - egg is spot on. Just on the verge of being melty and you get both halves. - everyone loved the meat. Small pieces, but just the right blend of fatty, wonderfully tender and great texture. - I loved the side veggies esp the menma - chewy with terrific texture. Just a wonderful experience and I already know what I'll order next time!

Recently got to feast at Tenton for my first night in Ambleside. Its a very small place, service is…read morea bit slow but super nice. We got a kids katsu meal, original ramen with chicken katsu, and miso ramen with cheese katsu. The food was great, very flavorful and beautifully presented. They also had the best salad dressing I've ever had on shredded cabbage. Also loved the kitty chopsticks holders.