Noodles in Vancouver, BC

“The food and drink was absolutely delicious when I went with my friend and partner. We ordered mango sticky rice, cauliflower wings and lychee/peach iced tea. On a hot summer day, it hit the spot so good. We also ordered some noodle dishes whuch were delicuous to devour on the go, though they were soupier than we thought. Our waitress was very kind, welcoming and accomodating, though also loud and people pleasing, which can come across as a bit much for some. Our group was fine with it though. We went in for a quick bite and got exactly what we needed. The atmosphere was beautiful and homey, separating us in a calmer bubble from the busy Vancouver streets.“

“Great khao soi that brought back memories of Chiang Mai. Good food and authentic Northern Thai flavours. The walk through Chinatown can be uncomfortable due to visible open drug use, which may deter some visitors, but the food is worth the trip.“

“The ramen was delicious and the booth was *chef's kiss*! I normally don't drink all the broth as most of the time I find it very watery and salty. This broth was creamy and so tasty. I ended up drinking the whole thing. I ordered the extra char Siu pork belly. Next time I'm in Vancouver and near Stanley Park, I'm coming back!“

“Amazing food here! Absolutely mouth watering! I will be back a million times over. Great service, keep up the good work kitchen team! ✨👏🏼🔥😍“

“Outstanding service and delicious pho! As we arrived, our server welcomed us and went through the menu with us to ensure we got something yummy. Highly recommend!“

“One of the countless beauties of Japanese cuisine is the quiet grace of its tableware—pieces that serve their purpose without demanding the spotlight. It is a level of pairing you rarely find anywhere else in the world. Plates, bowls, small condiment dishes, spoons, and chopsticks feel so deliberately curated that they seem custom-designed for a single, specific dish.

Yet, I’ve often wondered: is this exquisite tableware truly essential to experiencing the soul of Japanese food?

My visit to Torimaru Ramen today proved that it isn’t.
Their rich, velvety chicken paitan ramen instantly brought back memories of the early days of Marutama Ramen in Vancouver. With its slender white noodles, perfectly seasoned soft-boiled egg, and the option for kaedama (extra noodles), Torimaru captures all the hallmark comforts of classic tonkotsu while delivering the refined elegance of modern, new-wave ramen. Come to think of it, ramen as everyday comfort food was born from humble food carts to begin with—a world away from all that ornate tableware.

If you aren't quite accustomed to the intense richness of a concentrated chicken broth, their complimentary fresh garlic and chili oil offer an effortless, customizable gateway into their star dish.

My only wish? I really hope they consider offering a larger paper takeout bowl down the road—because then, I wouldn't hesitate to order a triple portion of extra noodles.“

“This is a very great place if you're craving a large, heavy, bowl of noodles.

I would highly recommend the noodle based dishes, as they seem to be made in house and have an amazing texture. However, the noodle bowls are very noodle-heavy, and are somewhat conservative on the protein, for better or for worse.

Portions are huge though, and prices are pretty good, although it seems they've increased marginally since I last came.“

“Nice food and very friendly service“

“Wow, this place is truly exceptional! 🤩 The food was absolutely delicious and cooked perfectly. The service was top-notch, super friendly and attentive. Plus, the atmosphere was really cozy and inviting. Definitely a must-visit! 🍜👌😋 Try out any of the broth soups. Good family run place.Mostly beef dishes“

“Highly under rated 10/10.“

“Meaty and good for a bowl but I needed more noodles and I ordered then I ate them and ordered more and more the wait it is worth it to order extra noodles and make them all line up until you can’t eat another and then when they think you are done you say I need a minute to digest some of this noodle“

“Delicious! Vegan options available and new hours for pickup during the pandemic and lock down. Monday-Saturday=11-9 p.m. and Sunday: 11-6 p.m. Fresh chili sauce to take home in glass jar. Also Dumplings to take home.“

“I absolutely loved this place! 🥗🥤 Everything was fresh, delicious, and full of flavor. The salads were amazing, and the smoothies and juices were so fresh and refreshing. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients. The service was also friendly and great. I definitely recommend this place and will come back again!“

“Been coming here for over ten years and has remained my favourite spot the whole time. Through several changes of ownership, I can only say that it is better than ever under the new owner. Staff are super chill and the food is delicious. After a personal experiment I underwent trying salad rolls all over town this place still remains the best. I also recommend the beef satay pho, the pho ga, and the spring rolls.“

“Excellent food here! I got the combo special that includes spring roll, salad, soup and drink. I love that they have sparkling water and not just soda. Delicious pad kee mao! I got medium spicy and it was perfect. Highly recommend.

(Edit to my review). I went back two weeks later. I can’t stop thinking about the delicious pad kee mao. Every time I eat it, the moment I’m finished I can’t wait to eat it again. Its siren song calls out to me. I will be back for more.. (p.s. they are open Sunday which is really nice as a lot of the other places here close).“

“Mount Everest Kitchen & Grill, Canada 🇨🇦 A perfect place to experience delicious food, warm hospitality, and authentic flavors. Once you visit, you’ll definitely want to come back again. Highly recommended for everyone!“

“Food was amazing. Service was amazing. Pandemic precautions in place(hand sanitizers, table partitions, menu on phone etc). 10/10“

“A sleeper hit as far as we're concerned. The epinymous noodles are very satisfying - authenticity not withstanding as we are unqualified to judge. Options for the spice-averse are limited, though the ye bin noodles are consistently crunchy and refreshing. We get them with fried egg and a side of blanched leafy greens.

Our only complaint is that the style and volume of the music is often giving karaoke club. There's just no good reason for me to have to raise my voice in a restaurant with only 1 or 2 other patrons present.

Way better to eat in than have delivered.“

“Amazing food, great service, would definitely love to visit again.“

“Pho Khanh Express absolutely delivered. The first thing that stood out was the broth—one of the cleanest, most flavorful broths I’ve had in a long time. It was crystal clear, rich without being heavy, and tasted like it had been simmering with care for hours. Every sip was comforting.

The lemongrass pork skewers instantly reminded me of home. They had that familiar Cambodian-style flavor—fragrant, slightly sweet, perfectly charred, and incredibly nostalgic. It brought back memories of family gatherings and backyard grilling.

The fresh spring rolls were crisp and refreshing, the peanut sauce was creamy with just the right amount of peanut crunch, and the herb plate was vibrant and fresh. Add a spoonful of their chili paste to the pho, and the whole bowl comes alive without overpowering that beautiful broth.

This is the kind of place that lets simple, well-executed cooking speak for itself. Fresh ingredients, comforting flavors, and a broth that deserves the spotlight.

I’ll definitely be coming back whenever I’m craving a bowl of pho that tastes clean, authentic, and made with heart. 🍜🇰🇭“

“Came for the first time on St. Patrick’s Day. I ordered ramen and requested to remove veggies. I tried Yokohama Iekei Ramen & Karaage on my first time here. I ended up eating karaage without dipping the tartar sauce because it was better without any sauce.“

“The best service and poke ever! At Hornby st“

“I went there because there were ads outside saying they won best dish of the year. However, the taste was a little disappointing. I couldn't find the umami.

Their service was great; it was fast, and the waitress was so nice. For that reason, I'm giving 4 instead of 3.

It was a big portion, and the price was good.“

“I originally planned to try the Ramen Danbo near Robson Street, but the line was quite long. Later, I happened to pass the Kitsilano location and was glad to find that there was no wait.

The restaurant is small, and the counter seats are fairly close together. I dined alone and sat facing a wall, which felt a little cramped, though there was enough room to eat comfortably. My ramen came to about $25 including tip, which I thought was reasonable. The flavour was fine, but it didn’t particularly stand out to me.

The standard ramen was quite simple, with three slices of pork and some green onions. I would recommend adding extra pork if you’d like a more filling bowl; toppings such as egg and seaweed also cost extra. There is only one small washroom, so there may be a wait, and I was surprised that it didn’t have a mirror. The anime music was also a little loud for my taste.

Overall, it was a decent meal, though I personally wouldn’t wait in a long line for it.“

“If you like good sushi, at a fair price, then you’ll enjoy Sumire sushi. A great family run restaurant with friendly staff. They make their own hot sauce and it’s delicious.“

“Best Udon in Vancouver hands down. Been hearing a lot about the place and definitely lived up to expectations. Line was not too long despite being a weekend. Great service and friendly staff!

Tried the ume shisho udon and the noodles were chewy and tasty. Tempura egg was perfect too. Can't wait to try all the other options too.“

“Incredibly authentic and delicious thai food. We decided to check it out today and tried the pad thai, the krapow and the sticky rice and everything was amazing. I’ve yet to have any thai food taste so similar to Thailand. The service was amazing and our server was very friendly, this is a must try spot if you love Thai food!“

“I ordered the Szechuan beef noodle and the Szechuan pork green beans. They were piping hot and came out in 5 minutes. Portions are huge and the quality of the hand noodles is exceptional: chewy, delicious and authentic. Service is attentive and to the point. Great place to go if you’re hungry and are in a rush.“

“The Hire Katsu was so tasty and tender, very friendly staff too.“

“really good food. Totally satisfied me.“

“Wow! This place is so good! We tried a bahn mi and a chicken and pork on rice. I will be coming back here for all my sandwiches. I want to try everything. They have so much to go options to choose from. They make everything in house. Highly recommend!!!“

“Amazing food, great service, would definitely love to visit again.“

“Every time you visit and dine in, they offer some kind of complimentary appetizer depending on the table size of your group. They are run by an authentic Japanese staff and their sushi is absolutely amazing. I would take advantage of their lunch and dinner combos.“

“Take out 👍 Food is delicious 😊“

“We ALWAYS come to this place for birthdays and for lunch with friends. At this point, I think the servers already know what we're going to eat, because we always ask for the same, haha! Because it's very tasty! They are always very nice and treat us with patience. :D Gracias!“

“The combo deal here is really solid value. Being able to add on a spring roll or salad roll to round out the meal is a great touch and something we really enjoyed.

My only small personal critique was the garnish plate—the bean sprouts came mixed with lettuce, which isn't quite my preference for pho, but that's just how they serve it. Overall, tasty food, generous combo options, and great value for the price.“

“Wangs Shanghai Cuisine never disappoints! The food is consistently good and offers fantastic value for the price.
One of the best things about dining here is how fast the service is—once you put your order in, it doesn’t take long at all before the food is right on your table. Because it's one of our absolute go-to spots for xlb (soup dumplings), beef rolls, and dandan noodles, we've learned that weekends usually bring lineups for both lunch and dinner, so we try to go in the middle of the week to avoid the wait.
Highly recommend if you're craving authentic comfort food!“

“Food was delicious. Service was amazing. The lemon grass chicken on the side not pictured was amazing. The spring rolls were so fresh and picked veg on the side. The servers checked on us so many times and refilled water. I would come here again. My new favourite place.“

“Came here with a friend who’s way more into Chinese food than I am and I’m really glad he dragged me along. I’d never had bing before - we got the clay oven baked one with pork and preserved veggies and it was so good, crispy on the outside and super juicy inside. Also tried the century egg pork congee which was perfect comfort food. Place is super casual, prices are great, staff were friendly even though I had no idea what I was ordering lol. Will definitely be back.“

“We visited for my son’s 10th birthday dinner and everything was so tasty, if you’re Nigerian and eat at the Chinese restaurant in mega plaza Victoria island Lagos, You can definitely eat here just tell them to not put sugar in your food at all and you will be getting the exact flavor naija Chinese style. we had the shrimp fried rice and dragging noodles in soup with shrimp, tripe and vegetables, rookie mistake we ordered full noodles for the boys and single sweet corn soup for each parent. Portion was so generous we had to take it home, pretty sure that’s like 2 days worth of dinner lol.
Service was great and we felt very comfortable here. We live nearby so they will definitely see us a lot! 😁😁“

“Incredible staff, amazing food and quick service. This place is incredible!“

“Wow!😱 This must be one of the best Vietnamese Pho I ever eaten! Nice smooth soft noodle with tasty broth, medium cooked beef, and that giant Beef Rib (it’s their House Special)!😋 Will certainly try to have it one more time before heading home!👍“

“They're pretty nice and always greet you with a smile! Their slow cooked beef pho is really good and the broth is delicious! Also got a chicken pho and their sausage appetizer which was very tasty also! Would definitely recommend stopping by!“

“There is true magic in a place you can visit for six years and never tire of. At first, I thought it was just the exceptional quality of the food, but it is so much more than that. It’s the feeling of walking in, being recognized, and knowing your favorite plates are already understood. It completely feels like home.
​Beyond the incredible food, the real soul of this restaurant is the amazing lady at the front counter. She truly does it all managing the register, serving tables, and keeping the entire dining room running flawlessly. Her tireless effort, dedication, and welcoming presence are a massive reason why this place is so special.
​Thank you for your hard work and for making every single visit over the past six years feel so welcoming. Your effort does not go unnoticed, and you deserve all the appreciation and recognition in the world.“

“Accidentally came across this gem of a local restaurant! I was starving and wanted some clean healthy food. The owner was incredibly kind.
As you can see the sandwich was made of fresh ingredients and I ate them ALL!
I am definitely coming back with friends to checkout their soup.“

“Really good food Authentic Vietnamese“

“Good service and delicious foods“

“An excellent selection for a ramen meal. Good portions and nicely served. The vegetarian and spicy Tonkatsu miso dishes were tasty.
A minor bit of maintenance is required on the side bench seats as they are showing a bit of wear.
Rear counter a nice touch but the counter itself should not be used as a prep/administration surface while open.
A comment, not criticism on ramen restaurants in general. Basic condiments such as garlic, onions, bamboo shoots etc should not be extra but included in the price. Limit to 3 so it does not get out of hand.
We enjoyed our meals and the friendly service. Do not let my comments deter you from selecting this venue for your dining pleasure“

“The best ramen🍜 store we have visited so far in downtown Vancouver.“

“This restaurant is open until 3 a.m., and it's the first place I think of when I want a late-night snack. You can choose to eat something lighter, but the kitchen might be short-staffed late at night, so the food takes a bit longer to prepare, but it's still tolerable.“