Ramen in Toronto
The 10 ramen houses worth the trip in Toronto, read across hundreds of reviews, no scores and no ranking.
Ramen in Toronto is no longer a rarity. From tiny counters to neighborhood spots, a handful of kitchens now take the broth seriously, and this selection gathers the ones worth the trip.
No podium, no first place: the right house depends on where you are and what you're after. Work through the selection house by house, or start with the profile that matches your hunger.
Ikkousha Ramen Toronto
The house runs two neighbouring shops — one with a pork broth and one with a chicken broth — letting you pick your preferred style. A minority of reviews mention inconsistent service or skimpy toppings for the price.
Comments inspired by 2,641 reviews
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The broth is incredibly rich and creamy, packed with deep flavor without being overwhelming.
Ramen x Remix Ramen&Bar
The menu departs from traditional ramen, with signature touches (truffle, yuzu, clear consommé) and mixed proteins — scallop, pork and chicken chashu in the same bowl. Service is warm, but can get stretched when a single server covers the room on busy days.
Service can slow at peak hours — several reports of a single server covering the whole room
Comments inspired by 437 reviews
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The creamy chicken broth is full of flavor and depth, and the truffle adds a whole new layer to the soup.
Machida Shoten (College St)
Every bowl comes with rice and table condiments included, and you choose your noodle firmness and chicken-oil intensity. The room is small with no alcohol menu, and lines form at peak hours.
Comments inspired by 1,132 reviews
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The broth isn't overly salty or heavy — it's rich and creamy but still clean, perfumed with chicken oil rather than drowned in fat.
Ramen Isshin
The house stands out for vegetarian and vegan options that are rare among ramen-yas, plus a well-rated tsukemen. Service, however, is inconsistent — several reports of a rushed or inattentive staff on busy days.
Inconsistent service — some reviews report a rushed or inattentive staff at peak hours
Comments inspired by 4,495 reviews
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The broth has this perfect rich, spicy depth without overpowering the rest of the bowl, and the noodles have an amazing bite.
Musoshin Ramen
A small house that started in Roncesvalles, with a Harbord location; some guests notice inconsistency between the two, and the tight space draws lines at peak times.
Service can be slow on some visits, with reports of order delays and a short-staffed room.
Comments inspired by 113 reviews
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I think this is the best tonkotsu bowl I've had — including popular places in Japan.
Ryus Noodle Bar
Ryu's is described as a hidden gem in Toronto's East End, with a varied menu (shio, shoyu, tan tan, cold versions in summer) and good vegetarian options. Service is consistently praised as attentive.
Comments inspired by 2,500 reviews
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The rich shio is nuts — in the best way.
Issai Japanese Eatery
The house is also known for udon and sushi alongside ramen — a broader menu than a ramen-only spot. The room is small, which means lines and waits even off-peak.
Very small space with few seats — expect a wait even outside peak hours
Comments inspired by 568 reviews
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The ramen is fantastic — creamy, with a generous portion of chashu.
Konjiki Ramen
A North York spot with delivery/pickup and a varied menu (chirashi, desserts), though some recent guests noted a dip in quality and less consistent service than on earlier visits.
Service can be inconsistent across visits, with reports of delays and order mix-ups.
Comments inspired by 3,134 reviews
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The Signature Clam Shio is a standout — a light yet full-bodied clam, chicken and pork broth finished with porcini and truffle notes.
Midori Ramen
A laid-back spot with Pokémon-themed decor, open late and with vegetarian options on the menu; service is usually praised, though there are occasional reports of slowness or a curt tone on some visits.
Service can be inconsistent — some guests report delays, a curt tone or poor communication on certain visits, though most praise the service.
Comments inspired by 1,891 reviews
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One of the best — if not the best — tonkotsu broths I've had in Ontario.
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
A chain with several locations across the Toronto area — some reviews compare the shops and note small differences in quality between them. The room is spacious and welcomes groups and families.
Comments inspired by 1,162 reviews
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Their Hokkaido-style miso ramen is elite — the broth is incredibly rich, savory and deep.
A selection, not a ranking. We read thousands of reviews with a little help from AI and keep only the houses worth the trip.