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    Tonkotsu Ramen Tsukiya

    4.4 (23 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Tonkatsu ramen spicy miso
    Neha A.

    We came here around 7pm on a Friday evening and there was a line outside the restaurant to wait. The place is small and the seating is limited, so keep that in mind if you want a quick bite. We didn't have to wait too long, maybe 10-15 min. The gyoza was good, and enjoyed the tonkatsu spicy miso ramen. I got a level 1 spicy and could taste a hint of the spice so it added a good subtle kick. The chashu was sooo tender and perfect, it just melts in your mouth and was definitely my favorite part of the ramen. The corn definitely adds a sweetness that I personally would have preferred to do without so will probably ask for no corn next time, but that's just a personal preference! All in all, I enjoyed the meal and thought the food was good quality.

    Ramen miso and ramen miso spicy Gyozas and chashu bites Asahi beers
    Jorge P.

    Really good ramen, the chashu is so tasty and alfo the gyozas were incredible, definitely coming back, I just wished they closed later, but aside of that everything was perfect with the service and the food.

    Tonkotsu shoyu ramen
    Alexi A.

    I think this place is truly a hidden gem in the West End area. I've lost track just how many times I've had this same exact bowl of ramen and it is just as good as the very first time I had it. Consistency is always a great sign. The place is small but service is quick and efficient. The noodles are clearly made fresh, so they have just a bit of bite in them. The meat is slightly Smokey which adds a lot of depth to the bowl. I cannot recommend this place enough!

    Chashu bites
    Cecilia M.

    A friend and I were craving a good bowl of ramen on a typical rainy Sunday in Vancouver and I saw the good reviews of this place and decided to check it out. To be in the safe side, we decided to meet at the restaurant at 5:30pm so we can avoid the line ups. Upon arrival, there was only 2 tables occupied and we decided to sit at the communal table. We ordered a chashu bites, two bowls of the tonkotsu Ramen shoyu, and two orders of the half half gyozas. The beef and gyoza combo for $8.90 is a great deal but neither my friend nor I felt like a beer. The small joint seems to be run by a wife and husband team, which is super cute! Service is quick and the place is cozy and cute. The Chashu bites were tender and delicious! The tonkotsu Ramen shoyu had a nice rice soy broth that wasn't too greasy. Normally, I find a shoyu broth to be too greasy and salty for my liking but the broth here is rich in flavour, light in sodium flavour, and not too oily. I loved the fact that the bowl comes with slices of both the lean and fatty chashu to try. I usually am not a fan of thin Ramen noodles but theirs was a bit on the thicker side and was bouncy with a nice chew and texture. The Ramen was definitely made fresh in-house! I really enjoyed the Ramen and was amazed how much I enjoyed it as usually prefer a lighter chicken broth Ramen with thick noodles. I think this is my new favourite shoyu bowl of ramen in town! The gyozas were solid though I couldn't tell which ones were the spicy ones. By the time we left at 7pm, the restaurant was closing and they started to turn away customers as they had sold out of ramen for the day. This joint doesn't have line ups around the block like neighbouring ramen places do, but it is still saying something about the quality of their food and how seriously they take it when they only make a limited batch everyday and close once they sell out. I can't wait to come back and have another bowl!

    Joanna L.

    I accidentally stumbled upon this place on my way back home. At first, looking at the exterior, I thought it was going to be a hole in the wall, but it turned out to be surprisingly nicer on the inside. I have to say that I was not disappointed at all! The service was good and the ramen was tasty. There were a few items that were unique. The fact that it was specifically a tonkotsu ramen place made it more attractive to me. At the time, there was a grand opening special in which all ramen was the same price. I decided to try the Bamboo Charcoal Dark Miso. It was so unique that I had to! I would definitely recommend this. It is apparently blended with charcoal and 3 different types of miso. The bamboo shoots were nice and this was a good portion size. I would definitely come back again because my first and only experience was so pleasant.

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    Marion P.

    We rented bikes next door and spontaneously stopped here for lunch. Service was fast and server was nice. Food delicious - I really liked the gyoza. Ramen delicious as well. We did extra noodles and corn for the kids on the side which was perfect. I got a local Vancouver beer which was also really good. Ambiance restaurant is small and cozy. Would recommend!

    Tonkotsu miso ramen

    Amazing! I have been looking for ramen as good as Japan for a long time and this place nailed it. The ambience and and set up reminded me of being in Japan. We got the tonkotsu miso ramen, and it was delicious! Broth is really rich and the noodles were the perfect texture. Will absolutely go back again!

    Shoyu ramen, with all the typical accoutrements, plus seaweed and bok choy! Interesting choice of spoons too.
    Steven G.

    Brand new ramen spot that's not easy to find. I happened to spot it while walking down Denman, right next to one of the bike shops. I had the shoyu ramen and really like it, peppery broth and thick chewy noodles, plus sheets of seaweed and a big hunk of bok choy. I also had cha-shu bits, a cheap little side of nothing but prepared cha-shu meat with some scallions. Overall it was solid, definitely a good alternative when Marutama or Santouka is too packed. It's quiet now, but hoping they get an uptick of business so they stick around.

    Wilson L.

    Great spot for ramen in the west end. The ramen is good and the $8 beer and gyoza combo is amazing. Definitely worth checking out. It's a small ramen shop so expect a potential wait.

    Tonkotsu Ramen

    Vancouver really has some fantastic Asian food! This place was soooo yummy!!! Definitely a hidden gem. The interior was cute and the service was pretty fast as well! The broth was nice and flavorful and the noodles were the perfect tenderness. The meat was soft and flavorful as well. It was the perfect comforting pick me up after a day out doing activities. It was also pretty cheap for Ramen at 13 CAD which was refreshing after eating at so many much more expensive ramen places. Overall super solid ramen and I would definitely be back here if I lived in the area!!!

    Tonkotsu miso ramen

    Tonkotsu miso ramen is not as good as I expected. I did not really taste the miso. Other than that, everything is ok.

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    Great broth, tasty noodles, friendly service, small but comfy spot - pretty unfussy but in a good way. I'd go back.

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    Great ramen! But come on, give me a whole egg, not half. They wouldn't give you just half an egg in Tokyo...

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    Ramen DANBO - Robson

    Ramen DANBO - Robson

    4.4
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    0.6 km
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    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.

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    Saku

    4.5
    (526 reviews)
    0.3 km
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    First time at this Japanese restaurant, and it was really great!…read more Signature Japanese Fried Pork Cutlet Rosu Katsu $27 This time I was smarter and ordered the cut with a good balance of fat and lean meat. The moment I bit into it, it was bursting with juice! The meat was incredibly thick but not dry at all, and the outer skin was crispy like snowflakes. The first bite was amazing; I've never had such a delicious pork cutlet in Shanghai. Curry Pork Cutlet Rosu Curry $29.5 My friend ordered the curry pork cutlet today, and it was surprisingly excellent! The curry flavor was incredibly rich and full-bodied. Wrapped in the crispy pork cutlet and eaten with rice, it was pure carb bliss! Freshly Ground Sesame Powder I have to praise their freshly ground sesame powder; the aroma of the sesame seeds you grinded yourself was a real highlight. * With lemon salt: Refreshing and original, a perfect way to cut through the richness! * With barbecue sauce: Mixed with sesame powder, the flavors develop layer by layer. With two flavors to choose from, it's really hard to stop! I'll definitely come back to try it again next time.

    We had a great meal here celebrating our 25th 1st anniversary…read more and reminiscing the great katsu dishes we had in Japan just a few months ago. We both ordered the Tokujyu Rosu Katsu. The crust was light and crispy and tte pork loin pieces have the perfect balance of fat and lean meat. How was it perfect? Every bit I took had a good portion of juicy fat. The lean meat was tender and moist as well. The whole meal was mouth watering bite after bite. Rice, miso soup, and cabbage came with unlimited refill. I was planning on requesting a second serving of cabbage but I was full at the end. The dipping sauce for the katsu was a little too tard for me though so I could only dap my katsu pieces very very lightly in it so I wasn't able to experience the full flavour of the sauce. However, I was able to savour the flavour of the pork loin itself. It was a lovely meal. The staff was very helpful, professional and friendly as well. The restaurant decor is modern, airy, comfortable, and inviting.

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    JINYA Ramen Bar - Vancouver Downtown

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    3.9
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    Jinya was our last meal in Vancouver and I can't tell you just how much it but the spot. We waited…read morea bit on line (they don't accept reservations), but then the service was quick, which we appreciated because we had our toddler with us. Atmosphere is so busy and lively, with white a modern decor. It's certainly a hot spot among tourists. We got the Shoyu Tonkotsu ramen, the Jinya Tonkotsu Black, the gyoza, the brussel sprouts, and some beer that my husband wanted. The food was so comforting! So filling! Appreciate that you can choose your spice level and that they had small bite appetizers that children can eat. We really enjoyed it overall and I'd recommend if you're in the mood for ramen.

    Jinya is a solid ramen spot and the perfect place to have a pre show dinner downtown. We did just…read morethat last night ahead of our show at the Orpheum. I've had Jinya twice now and enjoyed it both times! The classic ramen is my favourite so far. Last night I had the chicken wonton ramen + egg and it was abit too heavy - they give you quite a few wontons! We also had the crunchy cucumber salad which Wes tasty but wanted abit of a kick of spice to it. And we got the spicy creamy shrimp tempura which is exactly like an ebi mayo which was so delicious! Great sauce great crunch factor! Service is always fast! You may find a line when you go but they try their best to seat you as quickly as they can. The atmosphere is usually always buzzing and the have great alcoholic and non alcoholic drink options! Will be back for sure.

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