We had a nice dinner here. The ramen was pretty darn good, with tasty pork and silky broth, and satisfied my partner’s craving for ramen well. The portion was exactly right. The zangi fried chicken was delicious, being perfectly between crunchy and chewy. The seaweed salad was decent, but a small portion for the not-insignificant cost of $5.50. The servers were exceptionally polite and helpful with some menu notes and alerting us to some unavailable items, such as specific cuts of pork and clarifying drink types. The ice machine was also not working, which was too bad, as my soda was warmer than I would have liked. The location is inauspicious, and the decor is not inspiring. It’s a good spot to eat, but not exceptional.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wilson Lamarche
Always a consistent option no matter your order or location from my personal experience over the past few years going to sansotei it’s always on par or better than the last time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tonkotsu Black Ramen, Zangi Hokkaido Style Fried Chicken, Gyoza with Green Onion
David Cook
Great ramen and they have some really cool new beers now.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J H
Their service sucks.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 1
Micaila
Friendly staff, fast service, amazing food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Emma Huard
I’ve been coming to Santosei Ramen for the past five years, and it has consistently been one of my favorite spots in the city. The fact that I keep returning says everything — the quality here never wavers.
The service is always quick, easy, and welcoming. Whether dining in or grabbing takeout, the staff make the experience smooth and enjoyable. Even on busy nights, they keep things moving efficiently without ever sacrificing friendliness.
The food itself is what keeps me coming back. The ramen is consistently delicious, with rich broths, perfectly cooked noodles, and toppings that always taste fresh and thoughtfully prepared. Every bowl has that comforting balance of flavors that makes ramen such a satisfying meal. I’ve tried different menu items over the years, and I’ve never been disappointed — it’s clear that they maintain a high standard across everything they serve.
One thing I especially appreciate is how great the ramen holds up as leftovers. The broth tends to “solidify” a bit once it cools, but I’ve found that adding a splash of water when reheating brings it right back to life. It tastes just as good the next day, which is rare for many restaurant dishes.
Overall, Santosei Ramen is reliable, flavorful, and welcoming — the kind of place you can always count on for a great meal. After five years of visits, I can confidently say it’s one of the best ramen spots around. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex Cameron
The ramen here is so amazing definitly in my top 2 for the city
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Patrick Lavoie
Best Ramen in town. Get the tometo. Actualy tastes like tometoes which is rare now with all them water tometoes the store is selling. Thick or thin noodles it don't matter. Learn how to use chop sticks it taste better with out the metal taste in your mouth.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emily Martineau
Tonight I ordered the Tonkotsu Black Ramen and my companion ordered the Miso Black Ramen. I basically come back ordering the same thing time and time again because it's always delicious. The bathrooms were clean, the eating areas were also clean. The service was fast and the food was delicious.
This is my favourite spot to go for ramen in Ottawa and I’ve tried almost all of them. The food is consistently good and never disappoints. Fast service for dining and pick-up. This never misses.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Owen Miller
Small place, but the food was amazing! The eggs are a highlight, alongside the tenderness of the meat. *chef kiss*
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tony Oliveira
Awesome! Just as good as Bank St. Location.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Genevieve Denis
Best ramen ever !! Never disappoints!!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Betty Weil
Three picky eaters found plenty of delicious options here. We couldn’t finish. The portions are very generous. Come early if you want the Simple Set.
We had a nice dinner here. The ramen was pretty darn good, with tasty pork and silky broth, and satisfied my partner’s craving for ramen well. The portion was exactly right. The zangi fried chicken was delicious, being perfectly between crunchy and chewy. The seaweed salad was decent, but a small portion for the not-insignificant cost of $5.50. The servers were exceptionally polite and helpful with some menu notes and alerting us to some unavailable items, such as specific cuts of pork and clarifying drink types. The ice machine was also not working, which was too bad, as my soda was warmer than I would have liked. The location is inauspicious, and the decor is not inspiring. It’s a good spot to eat, but not exceptional.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always a consistent option no matter your order or location from my personal experience over the past few years going to sansotei it’s always on par or better than the last time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tonkotsu Black Ramen, Zangi Hokkaido Style Fried Chicken, Gyoza with Green Onion
Great ramen and they have some really cool new beers now.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Their service sucks.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 1
Friendly staff, fast service, amazing food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I’ve been coming to Santosei Ramen for the past five years, and it has consistently been one of my favorite spots in the city. The fact that I keep returning says everything — the quality here never wavers.
The service is always quick, easy, and welcoming. Whether dining in or grabbing takeout, the staff make the experience smooth and enjoyable. Even on busy nights, they keep things moving efficiently without ever sacrificing friendliness.
The food itself is what keeps me coming back. The ramen is consistently delicious, with rich broths, perfectly cooked noodles, and toppings that always taste fresh and thoughtfully prepared. Every bowl has that comforting balance of flavors that makes ramen such a satisfying meal. I’ve tried different menu items over the years, and I’ve never been disappointed — it’s clear that they maintain a high standard across everything they serve.
One thing I especially appreciate is how great the ramen holds up as leftovers. The broth tends to “solidify” a bit once it cools, but I’ve found that adding a splash of water when reheating brings it right back to life. It tastes just as good the next day, which is rare for many restaurant dishes.
Overall, Santosei Ramen is reliable, flavorful, and welcoming — the kind of place you can always count on for a great meal. After five years of visits, I can confidently say it’s one of the best ramen spots around. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The ramen here is so amazing definitly in my top 2 for the city
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Ramen in town. Get the tometo. Actualy tastes like tometoes which is rare now with all them water tometoes the store is selling. Thick or thin noodles it don't matter. Learn how to use chop sticks it taste better with out the metal taste in your mouth.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tonight I ordered the Tonkotsu Black Ramen and my companion ordered the Miso Black Ramen. I basically come back ordering the same thing time and time again because it's always delicious. The bathrooms were clean, the eating areas were also clean. The service was fast and the food was delicious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious! We had a fantastic lunner!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This is my favourite spot to go for ramen in Ottawa and I’ve tried almost all of them. The food is consistently good and never disappoints. Fast service for dining and pick-up. This never misses.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Small place, but the food was amazing! The eggs are a highlight, alongside the tenderness of the meat. *chef kiss*
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome! Just as good as Bank St. Location.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best ramen ever !! Never disappoints!!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Three picky eaters found plenty of delicious options here. We couldn’t finish. The portions are very generous. Come early if you want the Simple Set.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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