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Ramen Restaurant$$$$
Kensington Market, Toronto
"Get the red miso Ramen, you can't go wrong with that one."(10 Tips)
"❤️ Best vegetarian ramen I've ever had, including in Japan."(4 Tips)
"Spicy black Tan Tan ramen is delish!"(2 Tips)
"Asahi pint was a good way to polish it off."(3 Tips)
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Easily my favourite Ramen in Toronto. Don't know why it's not busier but just as well. They have companion rice bowls for an extra $3.50 or extra noodles for $1.50 for the big eaters!
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Eunice WMay 29, 2015Lots talk about Santouka and Sansotei in Toronto, but seriously, I think Isshin is on the same level as Totto in NYC if you've been. That black garlic soup base is amazing!
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Ian LeungAugust 20, 2015Red Dragon ramen is quite good. Not as spicy as it looks. Roasted meaty flavour, with lots of bean sprout, green peppers and other complementary toppings
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I don't even like ramen, but this one is so good I keep going back. I love their spicy miso broth. It's the best vegetarian ramen I've ever had.
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Patrick Ian W.March 4, 2018Amazing ramen! Broth, noodles, meat, everything. One of the best I’ve had outside of Japan! Chicken Karaage is very yummy, too!
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Ameya MFebruary 9, 2018We tried the gyoza and the takoyaki. They were ok. But i loved the ramens here. We had the recommended Red dragon and the spicy miso. They were really good. Definitely recommend this place
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Veronika KubikFebruary 16, 2019Oh my gosh. This is the best ramen in Toronto. I love their tan tan ramen, but really it’s all great. Their veg ramen is some of the best I’ve had in the city. Get their takoyaki as well, it’s great.UpvoteDownvote
Was a bit hot today so we tried the Tsukemen. Loved it! New item on the menu,limited during Spring. Tried the okonomiyaki too & weren't disappointed. Will try the ramen when the weather is not too hotUpvoteDownvote
Sam S.March 2, 2015Spicy Red Miso Ramen - Delicious broth. Contains an ample amount of meat and vegetables. The Red Miso option isn't available from most of the competition, and is worth trying.
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Katya FedorashkoSeptember 30, 2017Everything is great in there. Service and food are amazing. Get those octopus balls: they are heaven.
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KinoSeptember 9, 2014Decent authentic Japanese ramen. Isshin shares the same owner as Kingyo. The Tonkotsu Shirogomajio Ramen 豚骨 白胡麻塩 ラーメン was light & good. The Black Sesame DanDan Ramen was okay. Draft Asahi is only $5.
Upvote1Downvote- Jakob StecherOctober 3, 2017Soo good. ❤️ Best vegetarian ramen I've ever had, including in Japan. Usually quite the wait, but definitely worth it.Upvote1Downvote
That girl rayAugust 22, 2014Lunch special Monday - Thursday, you can get ramen, side order (I got the chicken) and a drink for under $12
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Irene BrittFebruary 24, 2019Cha shu salad, okonomiyaki, spicy miso and red dragon ramen! Got in the line up early to get a seat. Awesome!
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Gabriel PirvuMarch 12, 2016Best ramen in the city. Highly recommend the red dragon - it's not as spicy as you'd think, give it a shot. The edamame is equally as awesome.UpvoteDownvote- Johnnie MApril 19, 2015Best in town (so far). Spicy Red miso is great, as is the RED DRAGON! Karaage and an Asahi "creamy head" are a good way to get started.UpvoteDownvote
Paula VilelaNovember 11, 2018The miso ramen is amazing!! Great staff and service. Also, be prepared for a waiting list to be seated(it worth the waiting!)!!UpvoteDownvote
Julie SerebryakovaNovember 28, 2018This is the best ramen I've ever eaten! Friendly staff. Cozy authentic place.Upvote1Downvote- Karen SzeMay 18, 2014Best #ramen in #Toronto - hands down! Spicy black Tan Tan ramen is delish! I even finished all the broth which is unheard of... #foodpornUpvote1Downvote
Vegetarian Shoyu is amazingly good. The best vegetarian ramen in this city!
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BiancaDecember 19, 2019Great ramen, try the red ones. There is a waiting list to get a table, it is worth it.UpvoteDownvote
Arjun Shivanand KannanOctober 14, 2018Brilliant vegetarian/vegan ramen. Especially with the egg-free kale noodles!
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Martin LawsJanuary 2, 2017Absolutely fantastic spot - red dragon is incredibly flavourful and not crazy spicy (definitely has a kick though).UpvoteDownvote
MarvinOctober 5, 2017Super busy place! But we'll worth the wait. The spicy miso ramen was great 👌UpvoteDownvote
Steve PolandDecember 19, 2019“Ramen Isshin on College St in Toronto. Blown away by their roasted garlic and their spicy red miso ramens. “UpvoteDownvote
Tatiana Guerrero MolinaJuly 10, 2018Excellent Ramen 😍 very good service, fast, organized and clean.
UpvoteDownvote- Ethan MooreJanuary 7, 2019Super good. Black Tan-Tan was excellent. Asahi pint was a good way to polish it off.UpvoteDownvote
Red Miso is the best - mince meat with pork belly and not fishy ! Also the Karaage is Delish - get one order per person !Upvote1Downvote- Ian LeungAugust 20, 2015Shio is pretty good. Heavier on the bamboo shoot. Good noodle texture. Sesame doesn't add too much.
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Ryan VetezeJanuary 28, 2015This is the best Ramen in the city. Takes me right back to Japan.Upvote1Downvote
Tammy LeungOctober 12, 2021Got the black sesame and spicy red miso ramen. Both were excellentUpvoteDownvote
Yash KadaruApril 22, 2017Black tan tan ramen is delicious: not too salty or bland or watery and has sesame seeds that give it a nice finish. Gyazo is ok.UpvoteDownvote
Try the karaage, best I've had so far out of all the ramen joints!Upvote1Downvote
Bắp Becky NgoApril 3, 2014its ok.. but ask if there is MSG or jnot cause i drank lot of water after my ramen... ( black saseme noodle)
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The hint of peanut and honey makes the ramen stand out.UpvoteDownvote
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(416) 367-4013
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- 6.7
"Try their special broth, creamy and tasty. Ask for them to add spicy oil on top; delicious."
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"Good veggie ramen, try the jalapeno paste or the sesame chilli oil for an extra kick!"
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- 8.5
"Friendly service. Great broth. Great new yonge street location."
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