Service was good, and the place had plenty of seating space which was nice. The ramen was just so-so. The pork char siu slices were very thin, and for the price, it didn't really feel worth it. Flavor-wise it was okay, but nothing beyond expectations. The chicken karaage was even more overpriced. $9.2 for just 4 small pieces - so basically ~$2.5 a bite, not worth it. Overall, it didn't really aligned with our expectations. We thought it was in a corner of the plaza so the price would have been reasonable, turned out that it wasn't really. Probably wouldn't revisit. Food (quality, creativity, consistency) - 3/5 Drinks (quality, variety) - NA/5 Ambience (interior design, cleanliness) - 3.5/5 Service (courtesy, knowledge, timeliness) - 3.5/5 Value (quality vs. price) - 2/5 OVERALL - 3 read more

Ramen Isshin - Ramen - pork slides were very thin - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

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This has got to be one of the best Ramen places I've tried! I've had to give it a go as they advertised halal chicken. We asked them if they cooked the halal chicken on a separate pan, and they confirmed they did. The staff was very friendly and even recommended what else we should try. The interior is nice and cozy. There is ample seating for lots of people! read more

Ramen Isshin - Menu - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

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This was a very nice restaurant with authentic Japanese ramen... closest I've tasted to Japan. They were all speaking Japanese, so it was nice practice for my husband and I. We unfortunately got the table where when the outside door would get opened, it would be a really cold breeze, but there were no other seats available when we came. My husband got the dipping ramen and really enjoyed that. I got the roasted garlic shoyu, which was perfect for me (I gave my half egg to my husband) Overall a really nice experience aside from the cold wind. read more

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Very surprised with how good the broth tasted, it wasn't too salty and had a good flavour. The portion size was not bad for the price although it is a bit pricey. Spicy white sesame shio (4/5) - I thought the flavour was good except the meat was a little lacking. Black sesame tantan (3/5) - This was probably the weakest out of all the ramen we got, not bad but also not too good. Stone bowl shoyu (4/5) - This one had the best flavour and there were lots of toppings. There's less broth compared to noodles though so if prefer more soup, then this might not be for you. Service was quick and food came out fairly quickly after placing the order. Not a big space but there's enough tables. We went during lunch and it was empty. read more

Ramen Isshin - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

Disclaimer: The Ramen was complimentary as part of a Yelp Elite event. Ramen Isshin delivers exactly what it promises: deep, flavourful bowls with real personality. I ordered the Dragon Ramen, and the spice level is no joke -- but they do warn you. The broth has complexity, the noodles have bite, and the heat builds in a way that feels deliberate, not overwhelming. The dining room is quiet in a pleasant way. Most people are focused on their bowls, and it gives the place a relaxed, purposeful atmosphere. Service was excellent; friendly, attentive, and informative about the spice levels and ingredients, checking in just enough without interrupting the flow of the meal. A strong, dependable ramen option in the city -- especially if you like heat. read more

Ramen Isshin - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

Perfect spot for a hot and delicious bowl of ramen on a cold day. Ramen Isshin was clean and sleek with dark wood finishes. The servers are welcoming and friendly. We ordered the Black Sesame Tantan Noodle (4/5), Spicy White Sesame Shio (4/5), and Stone Bowl Shoyu Kotteri Tsukemen (5/5). Flavour-wise, the dishes were really good. They did advertise the Black Sesame Tantan and Spicy White Sesame Shio Noodles as spicy but we did not find them spicy at all which was quite a let down. The noodles were bouncy and chewy which were the perfect textures in every bite. I recommend the tsukemen if you've never had it before. The depth of the flavours of the broth were so savoury and comforting. It had a hint of smokiness to it which we enjoyed. Protein-to-carb ratio could be improved for the tantan noodles (only 2 thin slices of pork belly cha shu). Overall, a great addition to the ramen spots in Vaughan. I'd come back for the tsukemen again. read more

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November 26, 2025 - What a wonderful event. Ramen Isshin treated me to a ramen of choice. I got the dragon ramen but had the sauce and jalapenos on the side just to make sure it wasn't too spicy for me (they said it would be spicy). The dish came with pork belly and a soft boiled marinated egg, topped with some garnish and the black fungus shreds. I tried without the spicy dragon sauce at first, but decided to put all the sauce in. It probably hit my upper spice tolerance. The jalapenos would have been too spicy for me. Any hotter and I would have just been chugging water . It had a bit of a Szechuan peppercorn taste (numbing sensation), among other spices mixed in with the red dragon chilli sauce. Overall I really enjoyed the ramen. I would definitely come back to try the other dishes! Thank you Carmen and Ramen Isshin! read more

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So flavorful. One heart... you can taste the love in the food. Love soup noodles on a cold day. It's a good sign when there are patrons in the off hours (mid afternoon). Honestly overall it's 3.5 stars as it's not amazing/excellent value (I'm the value hunter after all). The price is about what you'd expect for a nice rich soup with so much flavour not too spicy... just a little heat. Now I wonder if I should have tried the dragon ramen. I would visit again. Nice dark wood decor... it has a contemporary Japanese steak house vibe. This was a cool place for a yelp event. In the top 2 of recent memory. read more

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Venue 5/5 Easy to get to, plenty of parking, in a corner of the plaza outside of Vaughan mills. Transit accessible too. The wait isn't long usually, unless peak hours. Service 5/5 Staff always attentive and very helpful when providing recommendations. Food comes out quickly and regular check ins to ensure we are looked after. Food 5/5 Didn't take photos of gyoza this time , but that is another great dish along with edamame and their ramens. They also have Don bowls with various protein. Good that they have chicken and pork options for those with dietary restrictions. read more

Ramen Isshin - Classic Shoyu - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

I always order STONE BOWL SHOYU KOTTERI TSUKEMEN whenever I visit this place (been there 10+ times ) I don't think there's much ramen place in Toronto got dipping ramen! Great service and we tried the summer limited shaved ice dessert, highly recommend the hojicha flavor one!!! read more

Ramen Isshin - STONE BOWL SHOYU KOTTERI TSUKEMEN - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

Nice little ramen shop near Vaughn Mills. Staff are very friendly and attentive. I ordered take out and the service was pretty fast. I had the Dragon Ramen and the Roasted Garlic ramen to go. Both had really nice and creamy broths. The Dragon ramen was on the salty side. I asked for the chilli paste it comes with on the side. When I added it to the broth and it made it pretty salty. I'm not sure if they gave me more chilli paste than what they would normally add to the soup. All in all, it wasn't a bad place and I would go again. read more

Ramen Isshin - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

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Ramen Isshin is a solid ramen spot in Vaughan, ON! I think it's definitely one of the better ramen shops in the area, hands down. Came here on a weekend during lunch and snagged their last spot before the rush of people came in. Service is friendly and food comes out quick. Got the red miso and roasted garlic shoyu which were both great. Red miso comes with wok fried pork, onions, bean sprouts, carrots, wood ear mushroom, chives, pork belly char shu and thick noodles. While the roasted garlic shoyu comes with garlic oil, bamboo shoots, nori, marinated soft boiled egg, pork belly char shu, green onions and thin noodles. My preference is the roasted garlic shoyu as it's super creamy, rich and packed with garlic flavour. These bowls of ramen are warm, comforting and just what is needed in the colder winter months. Highly recommend coming here, definitely a go to spot and a favourite in the area. read more

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Service was very good at this place. We were welcomed right away. Very friendly. Quaint little restaurant in a corner of the plaza so it was difficult to find. Inside was nice, clean. Food was good. Broth for both soups were on the salty side but I will.come back and ask for less salty next time. The tofu dish was my favorite. Chili crisps delicious..not too spicy. Just flavourful! I want to go back to see if it was just an off day for the soup! read more

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3.5 rounded up. Delicious ramen! Went here early with a group of 3 people plus 2 babies, the server was a bit frazzled trying to figure out the logistics of the high chairs and when we went to sit down, we noticed the high chair had not protective straps so I had to change to a booster chair which worked fine, my friend also used a booster chair for her daughter but that chair was also missing a part of the strap so it was not ideal for bringing a baby as their equipment isn't quite up to par. The restaurant is small and kinda dark inside, it's not particularly welcoming but it did seem clean. The menus are through QR code but their drinks menu is a physical menu. I ordered the spicy red miso ramen, it came with the usual toppings like pork belly and black fungus, and it also came with bean sprouts which added a nice crunchy contrast and ground beef for some extra meatiness. I thought for the price, they could have given me an egg, I didn't realize until after I got my order that I didn't get one, I guess my mistake for not reading it properly! I just don't understand ramen that doesn't come with an egg!! Anyways, the flavour was really good, the miso was evident yet mild, I enjoyed the toppings and the pork belly, it was really not particularly spicy so if you want spice I'd ask for more spice or go for a spicier option. Service was nice, at one point the babies were eating some food that I had brought from home and the server actually brought them some bowls to eat their food out of. I thought that was very thoughtful! Food came fast and everything was as ordered. Overall a solid ramen place with some interesting menu items. I wasn't blown away unfortunately by the ramen, maybe I was distracted by the high chair situation. I would definitely try it again and maybe try something different next time! read more

Ramen Isshin - Spicy red miso ramen - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

Small restaurant. Great service and get a hearty ramen meal as authentic of Tsukemen you can get here. read more

Ramen Isshin - Curry Tsukemen. Great al dente ramen. Hard to find Tsukemen here and the service is great. - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

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I visited Ramen Isshin after hearing about it at a Yelp event. The restaurant is inconspicuously located in a corner in one of the plazas in front of Vaughn Mills Mall. The restaurant has multiple tables inside but also has a patio. You can always find seating. On this day, I decided to order the red dragon miso ramen. The wait staff was kind enough to recommend getting the spices on the side so that I can adjust the spice level. The spices include a red chili sauce and red and green chili peppers. The ramen broth is extremely hearty and reminds me of what I'm looking for in comfort food. There are so many ingredients that work well with the broth, including ground pork, wood ear mushrooms, bean sprouts, and green onions. The noodles are perfectly al dente. The soft boiled marinated egg is perfect. I love the way that the yolk is not too runny. Finally, the pork belly is tender and soft. The food is excellent and the service is superb. I'll definitely come back. read more

Ramen Isshin - Red dragon miso ramen - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

Came here on the weekend and the wait was minimal as the weather was nice and lot of people also sat outside which doubled the restaurants capacity. The staff were very friendly and attentive. They were able to allow me to modify the order to have the spicy white miso ramen with less salt and spicy chili oil on the side. I was initially worried that it'll be too spicy if it wasn't on the side, but having it all mixed in afterwards myself, it was a good kick. The sesame is provided in a separate small tray where you get to grind it yourself to your likely. Once you start grinding, immediately you can smell the savory richnes, then put it in the ramen. read more

Ramen Isshin - Spicy White sesame miso - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

A Yelp experience introduced me to Ramen Isshin. The ramen was excellent. There was more to discover off this eatery's menu. This ramen place is in a plaza near Vaughan Mills shopping mall. Its Google Maps description says that it's across from Coco Fresh Fruit and Tea. It's also near Toro Toro Sushi. I had no problem finding an available parking spot. This restaurant has outdoor seating, which is unusual and cool for a ramen place. Staff have always been polite and attentive. It's a nice touch. I got the roasted garlic shoyu ramen during my Yelp experience. I asked that the bamboo shoots be omitted. It was yummy. My bowl of ramen had roasted garlic oil, nori, half a marinated soft-boiled egg, two slices of pork chashu, green onions, and thin, wavy noodles. I'll need to remember to get bean sprouts. This ramen didn't have it by default. The shoyu broth was rich, full of flavour, and delicious. It wasn't overly salty. It had a smooth, creaminess to it. The chashu was so tender. The ramen was chewy. I loved the jammy egg with the green onions and nori. The garlic oil made this ramen so special. I got water to start. Staff were attentive with refilling my glass with water and clearing my tray when I was done. I appreciated it. I got a cranberry umeshu, which seemed to be a limited-time offering. It was excellent. I loved the cranberry and plum flavours. The combination worked well, with a touch of citrus mixed in. It was a refreshing, enjoyable alcoholic cocktail. I also ordered sesame ice cream for dessert. It was so creamy. The black sesame flavour was so good. It had a roasted nutty flavour that was unique and perfect. I asked for the bill. I got to pay at the table with the machine. I paid with a credit card. I tipped and tapped. Done! I used the washroom before I left. There are two individual gender-neutral washroom stalls at the back of this restaurant. The one that I used was clean. This restaurant is a gem. I look forward to returning to go through more items on the menu. I'd like to try dining on the patio, as I'd never done that while eating a bowl of ramen in my life. (211) read more

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Food, fresh, cook to perfection Service, was greeted at the door, and food doesn't take forever, I like Ambiance, music was chill, table was clean, enough room between tables to chat with friends Will definitely be back very soon!! read more

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I came here for a Yelp event, but was not directed to a specific page so I'll leave my review here with this transparent disclosure. I came here on a Thursday afternoon, around 1:30 pm. As a result, it wasn't extremely busy but I prefer it this way. Excluding my table, there were about 3 other groups. We walked in, greeted by all the staff, and brought to a table meant for four but just the two of us. I liked that they tried to spread out the customers since it wasn't busy, which made the place feel spacious and more comfortable. The seating was quite comfy and the place looked very clean. We were instantly given menus - a physical drink menu but asked to scan a QR code for their ramen menu, then waters were served automatically as well. The server was quite attentive, coming back in a timely fashion to take out order but never made us feel bothers and/rushed. We were always asked if we wanted to order anything else, rather than just assuming we wanted the bill (i.e. we didn't feel rushed to leave even when finished our food). We ended up ordering the following: 豚骨"辛"胡麻塩らーめん SPICY WHITE SESAME SHIO 18.9 100% Sea salt, home made Isshin chilli sauce, bamboo shoots, green onions, wood ear mushrooms, soft boiled marinated egg, pork belly cha shu, chilli oil, with thin wavy noodles. This bowl was for my company, so I only had a sip of the soup. I liked that there was a hint of spice but nothing that kills. It was fun to watch my dad crush the sesame seeds which were meant to be added to the soup for more flavor. ガッツリこってり醤油らーめん KOTTERI RICH SHOYU 18.9 This is a classic rich bowl of Isshin Shoyu Ramen. Comes with bamboo shoots, nori, marinated soft boiled egg, pork belly cha shu, green onions & thin wavy noodles. Though I'm a huge fan of spice. I opted for something a little "clearer" and this was perfect. The broth was rich, creamy, and flavorful but not too salty and I didn't feel extra thirsty after. I love their noodles, which had a good chew to them. My only request is I wish there were more toppings as the ramen only came with two thin slices of char siu (less than other places I've been to at the same price point like Kuma in New Market) and half of an egg. Beautiful presentation for their food. Overall, a lovely experience and a cozy spot to come visit! It is tucked in a corner of one of the plazas located outside Vaughan Mills Mall, making it very convenient to access with ample free parking. read more

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Happy they opened a location Vaughan, hard to find parking for downtown locations sometimes. Staff is friendly. You can ask for chili oil on the side to add to taste. Red Miso - more ingredients than the rest which is reflected in the price Roasted Garlic Shoyu - my staple order, can't go wrong, rich broth Chicken Karaage Don - order the large for an actual meal, the small is a snack size , I would ask for more bonito sauce read more

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So nice that Ramen Isshin is uptown! Love this location as there is ample seating and easy parking. Got the Shoyu Tsukemen and the broth was flavourful and noodles were nice and firm. Service was excellent and friendly. Family friendly spot for ramen near Vaughan Mills. read more

Ramen Isshin - Shoyu Tsukemen - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

Conveniently located across from the mall. Ordered veggie ramen and chicken ramen. Veggie ramen was definitely creamy, but a tad too salty. Soy based protein. Chicken ramen was kinda bland, but the egg was delicious. Recommend getting an extra egg for next time. read more

Ramen Isshin - Veggie ramen. Chicken ramen. - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

So happy that there's an uptown spot for Ramen Isshin! The ramen here is consistently good, and very similar (taste wise) to what you get in Japan. The staff are friendly and happy to help out. The dining space is also comfortable. read more

Ramen Isshin - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

Let's call it what it is. One of the BEST RAMEN ... EVER! Ok... review done!!!! Well, if you believe that's a Peter M. Review, then you don't know me at all! LOL! Why is this one of the BEST I've had? It's because I've been to a lot of places. Between my Yelp and IG romps around Canada and the US, I've been to a lot of places... like almost 2000 places and as long as my ever expanding sweatpants doesn't create a wardrobe malfunction, I'm good for a few more 1000's!!! Basically, I think I've built up some creds for food and places. As of this point, I've been to all the Ontario Ramen Isshin locations. Not because I'm seeking them out, it's because I'm willing to drive a bit further to get what I want, including being at the Ottawa location when they opened. Look... from the broth, to their prep, to their carefully perfected recipes, I've basically had everything on their menu by now. Today, I wanted something spicy and I haven't had it in a while and I was craving their RED DRAGON. It's a flavour bomb made with 15 different spices and it has a healthy kick of heat to liven up your near dead taste buds (if you are a Clown or Crown Food Zombie). The highly slurpable broth floats perfectly made ChaSu and Onsen Egg on a bed of glistening noodles with spots of delicious oils and fats. Hungry YET??? If not, I would ask that you check your pulse - may have flatlined! For those who are less venturous on the spice level, they do have some great white and black sesame ramen. And if you like Tsukemen (dipping noodles), look no further than this place too! You really can't go wrong - and YES for those vegetarians, they have a ramen for you too! This Vaughan location is tucked away in a corner of the strip mall, outside of Vaughan Mills. Basically where Truly Thai was (if you read my last review of the Thai place, you might know why this space became available.) Plenty of parking, so you can't scream about that - like I do when I'm at the downtown locations, and a Patio if you like eating outside... I prefer having my steamy bowl of noods with AC. The place inside has the obligatory Dragon mural on it, but the vibes of the place is set by the staff. A hearty welcome and great service seems to make food just taste better! If you are craving great ramen, hit up this location! SLURP!!!! read more

I heard there's a Vaughan location and I had to go!!! Chicken karaage is always our top choice appetizer for any ramen meal. Lemon and mayo is the perfect pairing for it. You cannot go wrong with the white sesame miso. I love the grinded white sesame. When smashed it's super fragrant and taste great in the broth. The noodles are perfect and the pork is super soft! Also, there's something about bamboo shoots that I LOVE in ramen. You have to try this and their spicy options as well 10/10!! The service was quick and we didn't wait too long for our food as we were one of the first people there at opening. The overall ambiance was nice and clean and everything smelled amazing read more

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Greatest ramen I have ever eaten!!!!! Service was impeccable. The outside patio will be really nice to eat at in the spring. Will be my go to when I'm in Vaughn. read more

Their spicy ramen is good!!! and I'm not really a fan of ramen but would get again. Highly recommend their black sesame ice cream and bingsu! read more

Ramen Isshin - Red Dragon ramen - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

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bouncy, chewy, salty goodness!! we ordered the sesame tantan and it was a mix of saltiness and sesameiness. the star of this bowl of raman is the noodle itself. chewy and al dente!! was so good! Also was so cool that we got to grind our own sesame! We also ordered the chicken karagee, fried to perfection! and ended the night with a strawberry and milk shaved ice. amazing and delicious! read more

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Ramen Isshin, nestled in the very corner of the plaza, might be a bit tricky to locate. Once you find it, prepare to be blown away by the Spicy White Sesame Shio ramen - creamy texture and rich flavours that linger on the palate. The addition of roasted sesame adds a delightful nuttiness, elevating the dish to new heights of deliciousness. Not too spicy either. The tsukemen ramen broth is so deep and rich, might be the best dipping broth I've had in the city. This dish is best enjoyed with cold noodles to prevent them from sticking together too quickly, I got the warm noodles and that might've been a mistake on my part. Would 100% come back! read more

Ramen Isshin - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

Nice waitresses. Nice quiet covered patio. The food is good. And the shaved ice cream was refreshing. read more

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I came here for a yelp event. I arrived around 7pm and it was pretty busy. The staff was super nice and attentive. I had the spicy red miso ramen and it was delicious. The broth and noodles are top tier, absolutely delicious. For those with kids, I love that they offer a kids ramen option, perfect size! I would highly recommend visiting and will definitely return in the near future. read more

Ramen Isshin - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

Located in a small shopping plaza, this isshin ramen has the same quality as the flagship on college. Both times we've visited there has been barely any people, so this place is criminally underrated. Hosting some of the best ramen in the GTA, Isshin is still my favorite ramen place to date. You can order basically anything on the menu and not be disappointed. Today service was fast, but even on busy days in downtown Toronto it never takes too long to get our orders. We ordered the spicy sesame, umeshu, and roasted garlic. The umeshu was very refreshing and both romans were top notch. The broth was wonderfully thick, the aromatic oil was oozing garlic and spice, and the noodles had the right amount of chewy. Their pork chashu is easily one of my favorites and the Ajitama had just the right amount of jamyness. Please visit because this place does not have enough customers! read more

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Loved the food. Edamame- crispy and delicious Chicken Karaage- very flavorful, juicy and tasty. Restaurant very clean and had great service read more

Came here for a quick lunch. Had the Chicken Shio ramen. The broth was light and very flavourful. The chicken was tender. All the seasoning melded well together. Serving size could be a bit larger and could use a few more pieces of chicken. Service was attentive and friendly. read more

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Located in the plaza (Tuscany Place) just outside Vaughan Mills this location used to be a Thai restaurant. Renovations have made the interior very zen. It's not a big place with less then a dozen tables. Good selection of ramen with a couple of rice bowl options. Standard options of appetizers from edamame to gyoza to karaage. Ramen broth is good. The spicy white miso was spicy enough to have a kick but not be overpowering and the chicken shio was different (in a good way) from the broths we have tasted in other ramen places. Both bowls we ordered came with sesame on the side that you grind before adding to the ramen. The rice bowls come in two sizes, regular and large. We were told that the regular size is more of a appetizer size. Nothing remarkable about the rice bowls, the toppings are arranged very attractively on the top but you really have to mix to the bottom before eating, otherwise you just end up with plain white rice at the bottom of the bowl. Prices can be considered higher then some other places but the quality is quite good. read more

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Legit ramen in Vaughan area. Their tonkotsu soup is deliciously creamy and not too salty. Kids really loved the edamame beans with garlic butter. I'd come back for sure read more

Ramen Isshin - Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

What a gem. We usually go to the College location but found ourselves in Vaughn and craving ramen. So happy to see they had expanded location wise. We came at a great time, we had the whole restaurant to ourselves and our food came out on time, and absolutely delicious. I dare say, better than my experience at the College location which I also think deserves 5 stars. So this is a 5 star plus experience. Also, our server was absolutely lovely. read more

Great service and really good food! The red dragon ramen was really flavourful with some spice but not overly spicy. Large portions too for those who enjoy a bit more to eat! Soup had great flavour but wasn't overly salty, the shio ramen is recommended for a lighter choice. Only suggestion would be to serve the food a bit hotter. Price: 4/5 Ambience: 4/5 Taste: 4.5/5 read more

Ramen Isshin - Red dragon ramen - Ramen Near Me - Concord, Ontario

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Large selection of ramen. The summer patio with live music was lovely. Service was fast and attentive. Recommend trying the shaved ice!