4.3
Superb
375 Reviews
3720 Midland Avenue, Scarborough · 2.71 miles
Customers’ favorites
- Chicken Karaage Ramen with Spicy Mala Broth
- spicy chicken ramen 麻辣雞扒拉麵
- spicy beef ramen 麻辣牛肉拉麵
- Black Garlic Filet Mignon Ramen
“🍜 **Ajisen Ramen | Midland & McNicoll** Finally got to try Ajisen Ramen after hearing so many good things about it. I came in with pretty high expectations, especially after having Japanese food in Japan. The restaurant is small and simple, but I actually liked the minimalist Japanese atmosphere. It felt cozy and authentic. We ordered Ajisen Ramen with a little spice, Beef Gyudon, Takoyaki, Crispy Gyoza, Chicken Karaage, Pork Tonkatsu Curry, Steak Teppanyaki, and Chicken Fried Rice. **Beef Gyudon 🥩🍚** Really good! The beef was tender, juicy, and had that familiar Japanese style flavor. I personally would have liked it a little saltier, but overall, a solid gyudon. **Takoyaki 🐙** One of my favorites of the night! The flavor and texture reminded me of the takoyaki we had in Japan. I just wished there were a little more octopus inside, but I would definitely order this again. **Crispy Gyoza 🥟** Crispy, tasty, and exactly what you would expect from a classic gyoza. Good, but probably not something I would specifically come back for. **Ajisen Ramen 🍜** The noodles were perfectly cooked and the broth had a nice balance with a subtle spicy kick. It had a more authentic Japanese character compared with many ramen places here in Canada. It didn’t blow me away, but that may be because my expectations are high after trying ramen in Japan. Still, I really enjoyed it. **Chicken Karaage 🍗** Another highlight! Perfectly fried on the outside while staying juicy and tender inside. Great seasoning and a very authentic taste. Crispy, juicy, flavorful, and not greasy. Definitely a must order for me. **Pork Tonkatsu Curry 🍛** This one surprised me. My first bite didn’t impress me much, but the more I ate, the more I liked it. By the end, I was loving it! The curry had a comforting depth of flavor, and the tonkatsu was perfectly cooked, crispy outside and juicy inside without being overcooked. This dish actually made me appreciate Japanese curry more. **Steak Teppanyaki 🥩** Cooked perfectly medium rare, juicy and flavorful. Good teppanyaki, although I wouldn’t consider it a premium steak. **Chicken Fried Rice 🍳** Good and flavorful, but not one of my favorites. I would choose the gyudon over this on my next visit. ⭐ **** Ajisen Ramen gave us a really enjoyable Japanese dining experience. Not every dish was a wow moment, but everything was good, the staff were friendly, and the prices were very reasonable. For the quality, portions, and price, I really can’t complain. I’d definitely come back, especially for the **takoyaki, karaage, gyudon, and tonkatsu curry**. 🇯🇵🍜”
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