Best Ramen in Vancouver
This guide lists Vancouver's top ramen spots based on Google ratings and review counts as of October 2026. It covers restaurants from East Vancouver to Burnaby and North Vancouver, with most places falling into the inexpensive to moderate price range. The ratings are high across the board, from 4.4 to 4.9, showing strong local approval. The list includes places with at least 100 reviews, ensuring each entry has a substantial customer base.
Central Vancouver appears most frequently, home to five highly-rated shops. Inexpensive options are common, with 11 of the 20 restaurants listed in that price category. This range indicates both established favourites and newer, well-received additions to the scene. The data shows a concentration of popular ramen restaurants in the city's central and downtown cores.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KINTON RAMEN BROADWAY VANCOUVER | East Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 966 | $ |
| 2 | Tonkotsu Ramen Tsukiya | Central Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 863 | $ |
| 3 | KINTON RAMEN GILMORE PLACE | Burnaby | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 835 | $ |
| 4 | KINTON RAMEN NORTH VANCOUVER | North Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 2,239 | $$ |
| 5 | Ramen Danbo Robson | Central Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 5,803 | $ |
| 6 | Maruhachi Ra-men Westend | Central Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 3,100 | $ |
| 7 | KINTON RAMEN ROBSON | Downtown Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,994 | $$ |
| 8 | JINYA Ramen Bar - Amazing Brentwood | Burnaby | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,829 | $$ |
| 9 | KINTON RAMEN MARINE GATEWAY | South Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,551 | $$ |
| 10 | The Workshop Vegetarian Café & Plant-Based Ramen | North Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 543 | $$ |
| 11 | Ichiya Japanese Ramen | East Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 482 | $ |
| 12 | Ramen Danbo Kitsilano | West Side | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 3,785 | $$ |
| 13 | Taishoken Ramen | Downtown Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 2,422 | $ |
| 14 | Horin Ramen Robson | Central Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1,826 | $$ |
| 15 | Torimaru Ramen | Downtown Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 231 | $ |
| 16 | The Ramen Butcher (Chinatown) | Strathcona | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 2,809 | $ |
| 17 | Hokkaido Ramen Santouka | Central Vancouver | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 2,461 | $$ |
| 18 | Franklin Food Lab by ZAKKUSHI | East Vancouver | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 121 | $ |
| 19 | KINTON RAMEN MCARTHURGLEN DESIGNER OUTLET YVR | Richmond | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 370 | $ |
| 20 | KINTON RAMEN UBC | UBC | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 1,333 | $$ |
KINTON RAMEN BROADWAY VANCOUVER
Kinton Ramen Broadway in East Vancouver holds a 4.9 rating from 966 reviews and is inexpensive. It is open daily from 11:00 to 23:00. Reviewers often mention pork ramen, spicy garlic chicken ramen, and matcha ice cream.
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
Tonkotsu Ramen Tsukiya
Tonkotsu Ramen Tsukiya in Central Vancouver has a 4.8 rating from 863 reviews and is inexpensive. It is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays, with hours from 11:30 to 20:30. Reviewers often mention shoyu ramen, truffle ramen, and limited seating.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-20:30
- Mon 11:30-20:30
- Tue 11:30-20:30
- Fri 11:30-20:30
- Sat 11:30-20:30
KINTON RAMEN GILMORE PLACE
Kinton Ramen Gilmore Place in Burnaby is rated 4.8 from 835 reviews and is inexpensive. It is open daily, with weekend hours until 23:00. Reviewers often mention spicy ramen, beef ramen, and garlic pork ramen.
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
KINTON RAMEN NORTH VANCOUVER
Kinton Ramen North Vancouver has a 4.7 rating from 2239 reviews and is moderately priced. It is open daily, with weekend hours until midnight. Reviewers often mention spicy pork ramen, burnt shoyu ramen, and matcha ice cream.
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 11:00-00:00
- Sat 11:00-00:00
Ramen Danbo Robson
Ramen Danbo Robson in Central Vancouver is rated 4.6 from 5803 reviews and is inexpensive. It is open daily from 11:00 to 23:00. Reviewers often mention wait times, vegan options, and customizable ramen.
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
Maruhachi Ra-men Westend
Maruhachi Ra-men Westend in Central Vancouver has a 4.6 rating from 3100 reviews and is inexpensive. It is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, with hours from 11:30 to 21:30 or 22:00. Reviewers often mention tamago, creamy broth, and garlic chips.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-21:30
- Wed 11:30-21:30
- Thu 11:30-21:30
- Fri 11:30-22:00
- Sat 11:30-22:00
KINTON RAMEN ROBSON
Kinton Ramen Robson in Downtown Vancouver is rated 4.6 from 1994 reviews and is moderately priced. It is open daily from 11:00 until midnight. Reviewers often mention spicy garlic ramen, pork ramen, and burnt shoyu ramen.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-00:00
- Mon 11:00-00:00
- Tue 11:00-00:00
- Wed 11:00-00:00
- Thu 11:00-00:00
- Fri 11:00-00:00
- Sat 11:00-00:00
JINYA Ramen Bar - Amazing Brentwood
JINYA Ramen Bar in Burnaby has a 4.6 rating from 1829 reviews and is moderately priced. It is open daily, with weekend hours until 23:00. Reviewers often mention vegan options, spicy chicken ramen, and tonkotsu black.
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
KINTON RAMEN MARINE GATEWAY
Kinton Ramen Marine Gateway in South Vancouver is rated 4.6 from 1551 reviews and is moderately priced. It is open daily from 11:00 until midnight. Reviewers often mention pork ramen, beef ramen, and spicy garlic chicken.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-00:00
- Mon 11:00-00:00
- Tue 11:00-00:00
- Wed 11:00-00:00
- Thu 11:00-00:00
- Fri 11:00-00:00
- Sat 11:00-00:00
The Workshop Vegetarian Café & Plant-Based Ramen
The Workshop Vegetarian Café in North Vancouver has a 4.7 rating from 543 reviews and is moderately priced. It is only open weekdays from 10:00 to 16:00. Reviewers often mention tan tan ramen, avocado toast, and vegetarian ramen.
Opening hours
- Mon 10:00-16:00
- Tue 10:00-16:00
- Wed 10:00-16:00
- Thu 10:00-16:00
- Fri 10:00-16:00
Ichiya Japanese Ramen
Ichiya Japanese Ramen in East Vancouver is rated 4.7 from 482 reviews and is inexpensive. It is open daily, with weekend hours until 23:30. Reviewers often mention tonkotsu miso ramen, chicken karaage, and vegan ramen.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-22:30
- Mon 11:30-22:30
- Tue 11:30-22:30
- Wed 11:30-22:30
- Thu 11:30-22:30
- Fri 11:30-23:30
- Sat 11:30-23:30
Ramen Danbo Kitsilano
Ramen Danbo Kitsilano on the West Side has a 4.5 rating from 3785 reviews and is moderately priced. It is open daily from 11:00 to 23:00. Reviewers often mention wait times, vegan options, and a cozy atmosphere.
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
Taishoken Ramen
Taishoken Ramen in Downtown Vancouver is rated 4.5 from 2422 reviews and is inexpensive. It has a midday break on weekdays and closes at 21:30. Reviewers often mention tsukemen, dipping ramen, and yakisoba.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-21:30
- Mon 11:30-15:30, 17:00-21:30
- Tue 11:30-15:30, 17:00-21:30
- Wed 11:30-15:30, 17:00-21:30
- Thu 11:30-15:30, 17:00-21:30
- Fri 11:30-21:30
- Sat 11:30-21:30
Horin Ramen Robson
Horin Ramen Robson in Central Vancouver has a 4.5 rating from 1826 reviews and is moderately priced. It is open daily from 11:30 to 22:45. Reviewers often mention chili sauce, customizable ramen, and matcha tiramisu.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-22:45
- Mon 11:30-22:45
- Tue 11:30-22:45
- Wed 11:30-22:45
- Thu 11:30-22:45
- Fri 11:30-22:45
- Sat 11:30-22:45
Torimaru Ramen
Torimaru Ramen in Downtown Vancouver is rated 4.7 from 231 reviews and is inexpensive. It is closed on Sundays, with hours from 11:30 or 12:00 to 19:00. Reviewers often mention its food court location, chicken ramen, and affordability.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:30-19:00
- Tue 11:30-19:00
- Wed 11:30-19:00
- Thu 11:30-19:00
- Fri 11:30-19:00
- Sat 12:00-19:00
The Ramen Butcher (Chinatown)
The Ramen Butcher in Strathcona has a 4.4 rating from 2809 reviews and is inexpensive. It is open daily, with weekend hours until 22:00. Reviewers often mention free extra noodles, red spicy ramen, and happy hour.
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
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka in Central Vancouver is rated 4.4 from 2461 reviews and is moderately priced. It is open daily from 11:00 to 23:00. Reviewers often mention shio ramen, kara miso ramen, and pork jowl.
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
Franklin Food Lab by ZAKKUSHI
Franklin Food Lab in East Vancouver has a 4.8 rating from 121 reviews and is inexpensive. It is only open weekdays from 10:00 to 18:00, closed Wednesdays. Reviewers often mention frozen ramen, easy preparation, and vegan options.
Opening hours
- Mon 10:00-18:00
- Tue 10:00-18:00
- Thu 10:00-18:00
- Fri 10:00-18:00
KINTON RAMEN MCARTHURGLEN DESIGNER OUTLET YVR
Kinton Ramen McArthurGlen in Richmond is rated 4.5 from 370 reviews and is inexpensive. It is open daily from 11:00 to 21:00. Reviewers often mention pork original ramen, pork broth, and quick food arrival.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-21:00
- Mon 11:00-21:00
- Tue 11:00-21:00
- Wed 11:00-21:00
- Thu 11:00-21:00
- Fri 11:00-21:00
- Sat 11:00-21:00
KINTON RAMEN UBC
Kinton Ramen UBC has a 4.4 rating from 1333 reviews and is moderately priced. It is open daily, with hours starting at 10:30. Reviewers often mention spicy garlic ramen, pork ramen, and vegetarian options.
Opening hours
- Sun 10:30-21:30
- Mon 10:30-23:00
- Tue 10:30-23:00
- Wed 10:30-23:00
- Thu 10:30-23:00
- Fri 10:30-23:00
- Sat 10:30-23:00
Tips before you go
- Check hours before you go. Some places, like Tonkotsu Ramen Tsukiya and Maruhachi Ra-men, are closed certain days of the week.
- Many spots are inexpensive, but several, including multiple Kinton Ramen locations and JINYA, are in the moderate price range.
- For a late-night option, consider Kinton Ramen Robson or Marine Gateway, which are open until midnight daily.
- If you need vegan options, Ramen Danbo, JINYA, The Workshop, and Ichiya are frequently mentioned by reviewers for their plant-based dishes.
- Be prepared for waits at popular spots like Ramen Danbo, where reviewers often mention lines and wait times.
- For a quick, affordable lunch in a food court setting, Torimaru Ramen in Downtown Vancouver is noted for its value.
How we made this list
This list was compiled using Google ratings and review counts as of October 22, 2026. To ensure fairness, a weighted rating was applied so that places with very few reviews did not rank above more established spots. Only restaurants with at least 100 Google reviews were considered for inclusion. Furthermore, the list includes only places that were open and operating at the time of data collection.
Questions about ramen shops in Vancouver
Which ramen restaurant has the highest rating?
Kinton Ramen Broadway in East Vancouver has the highest rating on this list at 4.9 from 966 reviews. It is an inexpensive restaurant open daily from 11:00 to 23:00. Reviewers often mention its pork ramen and spicy garlic chicken ramen. It also offers matcha ice cream, which is frequently noted by customers.
Are there good vegetarian or vegan ramen options in Vancouver?
Yes, several restaurants are noted for vegan options. Ramen Danbo locations, JINYA Ramen Bar, and Ichiya Japanese Ramen all have vegan ramen mentioned by reviewers. The Workshop Vegetarian Café is a fully plant-based ramen spot in North Vancouver. Reviewers also mention vegan options at The Ramen Butcher and Franklin Food Lab.
Which neighbourhoods have the most ramen restaurants on this list?
Central Vancouver has the most entries, with five restaurants including Tonkotsu Ramen Tsukiya, Ramen Danbo Robson, and Maruhachi Ra-men. Downtown Vancouver and East Vancouver each have three locations featured on the list. Burnaby and North Vancouver each have two restaurants included. This shows a strong concentration in the city's central and downtown cores.
Do I need to make a reservation for these ramen shops?
The facts do not mention reservations for any location. Several places, like Ramen Danbo and Tonkotsu Ramen Tsukiya, have reviewers mentioning wait times or limited seating. All listed restaurants offer takeout and dine-in service. Many are also suitable for solo dining, which suggests a casual, walk-in style of service.
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