Best Ramen in Calgary
This list covers the best ramen and Japanese restaurants in Calgary, based on Google ratings and reviews as of October 2026. It includes ramen specialists and broader Japanese restaurants that serve notable ramen dishes. The restaurants are spread across the city, with Northwest and Southwest Calgary appearing most often. Price levels are split between inexpensive and moderate, offering options for different budgets.
The ratings are high, ranging from 4.0 to 4.9. Kinton Ramen Mission leads with a 4.9 rating from 1900 reviews. Shiki Menya has a 4.3 rating from 1872 reviews. All places listed have at least 100 reviews, with the highest review count being 2703 at Shibuya Izakaya.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KINTON RAMEN MISSION CALGARY | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 1,900 | $ |
| 2 | KINTON RAMEN UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS CALGARY | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 1,355 | $ |
| 3 | Shibuya Izakaya Sushi Restaurant | Skyline West | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 2,703 | $$ |
| 4 | Monsoon Izakaya Japanese Restaurant (Macloed Trail Location) | Southeast Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,730 | $$ |
| 5 | SHIMIZU KITCHEN | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 850 | $ |
| 6 | Chicking.YYC RAMEN & ONIGIRI SHOP | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 651 | $$ |
| 7 | Redheads Japa Cafe | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,014 | $ |
| 8 | Wakado Ramen | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1,325 | $$ |
| 9 | Ramen Ichinen | Sunridge | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1,188 | $$ |
| 10 | Takumi Sushi (Crowfoot NW) | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 1,242 | $$ |
| 11 | IKUSA Izakaya & Tokyo Market | Bridgeland-Riverside | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 1,189 | $$ |
| 12 | Tokyo Station | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 356 | $ |
| 13 | Shiki Menya | Bridgeland-Riverside | ★★★★☆ 4.3 | 1,872 | $$ |
| 14 | Samurai Ramen & Sushi | Marlborough | ★★★★☆ 4.3 | 626 | $$ |
| 15 | Koya Japan | Downtown | ★★★★☆ 4 | 108 | $ |
KINTON RAMEN MISSION CALGARY
Kinton Ramen Mission in Southwest Calgary is an inexpensive ramen restaurant with a top rating of 4.9 from 1900 reviews. It is open daily from 11:00 to 23:00. Reviewers often mention the welcoming staff, pork spicy garlic ramen, and takoyaki.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-23:00
- Mon 11:00-23:00
- Tue 11:00-23:00
- Wed 11:00-23:00
- Thu 11:00-23:00
- Fri 11:00-23:00
- Sat 11:00-23:00
KINTON RAMEN UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS CALGARY
Kinton Ramen University Heights in Northwest Calgary has a 4.8 rating from 1355 reviews and is inexpensive. Its hours are slightly shorter, closing at 21:30 most days. Reviewers frequently highlight the spicy garlic ramen, flavourful broth, and matcha ice cream.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-21:30
- Mon 11:30-21:30
- Tue 11:30-21:30
- Wed 11:30-21:30
- Thu 11:30-22:30
- Fri 11:30-22:30
- Sat 11:30-22:30
Shibuya Izakaya Sushi Restaurant
Shibuya Izakaya in Skyline West is a moderate priced Japanese restaurant rated 4.7 from 2703 reviews. It is open daily until 23:00. Reviewers often talk about the Beef Tataki, creamy udon, and tonkatsu ramen alongside sushi.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-23:00
- Mon 11:00-23:00
- Tue 11:00-23:00
- Wed 11:00-23:00
- Thu 11:00-23:00
- Fri 11:00-23:00
- Sat 11:00-23:00
Monsoon Izakaya Japanese Restaurant (Macloed Trail Location)
Monsoon Izakaya on Macleod Trail in Southeast Calgary is a moderate priced Japanese spot with a 4.7 rating from 1730 reviews. It closes at 22:00 most days. Reviewers frequently mention oysters, welcoming staff, and the lobster bisque udon.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-22:00
- Mon 11:00-22:00
- Tue 11:00-22:00
- Wed 11:00-22:00
- Thu 11:00-22:00
- Fri 11:00-23:00
- Sat 11:00-23:00
SHIMIZU KITCHEN
Shimizu Kitchen in Southwest Calgary is an inexpensive Japanese restaurant rated 4.7 from 850 reviews. Note its limited hours, with a break between lunch and dinner service. Reviewers often note the tonkotsu ramen, cherry blossom tree, and free ice cream.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-14:30, 17:00-20:30
- Wed 11:30-14:30, 17:00-20:30
- Thu 11:30-14:30, 17:00-20:30
- Fri 11:30-14:30, 17:00-20:30
- Sat 11:30-14:30, 17:00-20:30
Chicking.YYC RAMEN & ONIGIRI SHOP
Chicking.YYC in Northwest Calgary is a moderate priced ramen and onigiri shop, owned by women, with a 4.7 rating from 651 reviews. It is closed on Mondays. Reviewers often mention onigiri, takoyaki, and vegan options.
Opening hours
- Sun 12:00-20:00
- Tue 12:00-20:00
- Wed 12:00-20:00
- Thu 12:00-20:00
- Fri 12:00-20:00
- Sat 12:00-20:00
Redheads Japa Cafe
Redheads Japa Cafe in the Beltline is an inexpensive Japanese restaurant with a 4.6 rating from 1014 reviews. It has split hours on some days. Reviewers frequently talk about Japanese curry, rice burgers, onigiri, and happy hour.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-15:00, 17:00-20:00
- Tue 11:30-20:00
- Wed 11:30-20:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-21:00
- Sat 11:30-15:00, 17:00-21:00
Wakado Ramen
Wakado Ramen in the Beltline is a moderate priced ramen restaurant rated 4.5 from 1325 reviews. It has a midday break on weekdays. Reviewers often highlight the chili goma ramen, spicy miso ramen, and Chicken Karaage.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-21:30
- Mon 11:30-15:00, 17:00-21:00
- Tue 11:30-15:00, 17:00-21:00
- Wed 11:30-15:00, 17:00-21:00
- Thu 11:30-15:00, 17:00-21:00
- Fri 11:30-21:30
- Sat 11:30-21:30
Ramen Ichinen
Ramen Ichinen in Sunridge is a moderate priced Japanese restaurant with a 4.5 rating from 1188 reviews. It is closed on Sundays and has a daily break between lunch and dinner. Reviewers frequently mention the broth, tonkotsu ramen, and thin noodles.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:00-15:00, 17:00-20:00
- Tue 11:00-15:00, 17:00-20:00
- Wed 11:00-15:00, 17:00-20:00
- Thu 11:00-15:00, 17:00-20:00
- Fri 11:00-15:00, 17:00-20:00
- Sat 11:00-15:00, 17:00-20:00
Takumi Sushi (Crowfoot NW)
Takumi Sushi in Northwest Calgary is a moderate priced Japanese restaurant rated 4.4 from 1242 reviews. It is open daily. Reviewers often talk about happy hour, Tonkotsu Ramen, and special rolls.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-21:00
- Mon 11:30-21:00
- Tue 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-22:00
- Sat 11:30-22:00
IKUSA Izakaya & Tokyo Market
IKUSA Izakaya in Bridgeland-Riverside is a moderate priced Japanese restaurant with a 4.4 rating from 1189 reviews. It has outdoor seating and is open daily. Reviewers frequently mention ramen, skewers, yakitori, and the Signature Truffle Prawn Roll.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-22:00
- Mon 11:00-22:00
- Tue 11:00-22:00
- Wed 11:00-22:00
- Thu 11:00-22:00
- Fri 11:00-23:00
- Sat 11:00-23:00
Tokyo Station
Tokyo Station in Southwest Calgary is an inexpensive Japanese restaurant rated 4.4 from 356 reviews. It is open daily until 22:00. Reviewers often mention ramen, takoyaki, chicken wings, and tonkotsu chashumen.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-22:00
- Mon 11:00-22:00
- Tue 11:00-22:00
- Wed 11:00-22:00
- Thu 11:00-22:00
- Fri 11:00-22:00
- Sat 11:00-22:00
Shiki Menya
Shiki Menya in Bridgeland-Riverside is a moderate priced ramen restaurant with a 4.3 rating from 1872 reviews. It only serves lunch, from 11:00 to 15:00. Reviewers frequently note the wait time, patio, and Chili Goma Ramen.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:00-15:00
- Tue 11:00-15:00
- Wed 11:00-15:00
- Thu 11:00-15:00
- Fri 11:00-15:00
- Sat 11:00-15:00
Samurai Ramen & Sushi
Samurai Ramen & Sushi in Marlborough is a moderate priced Japanese restaurant rated 4.3 from 626 reviews. It is closed on Tuesdays. Reviewers often mention motoyaki, California rolls, and the samurai ramen.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-21:00
- Mon 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-21:00
- Sat 11:30-21:00
Koya Japan
Koya Japan Downtown is an inexpensive Japanese restaurant with a 4.0 rating from 108 reviews, located in a food court. It has shorter hours, closing by 18:00. Reviewers frequently talk about the beef brisket noodle soup, chili oil, and long lines.
Opening hours
- Mon 10:30-18:00
- Tue 10:30-18:00
- Wed 10:30-18:00
- Thu 10:30-18:00
- Fri 10:30-18:00
- Sat 11:00-17:00
Tips before you go
- Check hours carefully, as many places like Shimizu Kitchen, Redheads Japa Cafe, and Ramen Ichinen have midday breaks or are closed certain days.
- Northwest and Southwest Calgary have the highest concentration of listed restaurants, including multiple Kinton Ramen locations.
- Price levels are split, with about half the list being inexpensive and half moderate, so there are options for different budgets.
- Many spots, like Shiki Menya, only serve lunch, so plan accordingly if you want dinner.
- Takeout and delivery are widely available, as most listings have those features.
- For solo dining, almost all restaurants are listed as suitable.
How we made this list
This list was made using Google ratings and review counts as of October 22, 2026. A weighted rating was applied so that places with very few reviews did not rank unfairly high. Only restaurants with at least 100 Google reviews were considered. The list also only includes places that were open at the time of compilation. This method ensures a balanced ranking based on both rating score and volume of feedback.
Questions about ramen shops in Calgary
Which restaurant has the highest rating?
Kinton Ramen Mission has the highest rating at 4.9 from 1900 reviews. It is an inexpensive ramen restaurant in Southwest Calgary, open daily from 11:00 to 23:00. Reviewers often mention its welcoming staff and pork spicy garlic ramen. This makes it a top choice based on both score and number of reviews.
Are there good options for vegetarians or vegans?
While most reviewer mentions focus on meat and seafood, Chicking.YYC Ramen & Onigiri Shop specifically lists vegan options among the topics reviewers mention. It is a moderate priced spot in Northwest Calgary with a 4.7 rating from 651 reviews. The restaurant is owned by women and is closed on Mondays, so check its hours before visiting.
Which neighbourhoods have the most ramen restaurants?
Northwest Calgary and Southwest Calgary appear most frequently on this list. Northwest has Kinton Ramen University Heights, Chicking.YYC, and Takumi Sushi. Southwest has Kinton Ramen Mission, Shimizu Kitchen, and Tokyo Station. Other areas like the Beltline and Bridgeland-Riverside also have notable options such as Wakado Ramen and Shiki Menya.
Do I need to make reservations?
The facts do not specify reservations for any location. However, many places are popular for lunch and dinner. Given that some reviewers mention wait times at places like Shiki Menya, arriving early or planning for a potential wait is advisable. Most restaurants offer takeout and dine-in, providing flexibility.
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