Came here on a weekday around 2. It was super busy with all tables occupied. The wait to get inside was about 8-10 minutes. Afuri Ramen had a anniversary promo sale on their yuzu shio ramen as advertised on Instagram page, so my friends and I got 3 of those. They were only $12 discounted from $17.50 regularly. Afuri's shio ramen comes with shio tare, chicken broth, chiyu, menma, greens, sous vide chicken chashu, egg, nori, yuzu, and thin noodles. In terms of taste, the ramen was not bad. The chicken was cooked well. It's a very light, citrusy, and refreshing ramen, rather than the bold, salty, oily, super flavorful ones i usually eat at other ramen places. Afuri's take on ramen is different for sure. On the downside, I thought the strong citrus flavors of yuzu and the other veggies overpowered everything in the ramen which im not a big fan of. Too tangy for me. The portion size of the ramen are slightly on the smaller side too. Service was OK. Wait time for the ramen was pretty long at about 20ish minutes. On the bright side, the servers were friendly and checked on our table regularly to refill waters and stuff. They were really quick in giving the bill when we requested it. All the staff said goodbye to us when we left which was nice. The dining area was spacious and modern. Clean as well. Most of the tables were long, shared communal tables with a selection condiments, chopsticks, and napkins. I kind of liked the chili paste they provided. It's not very spicy though. Gonna have to give Afuri Ramen 3 out of 5 stars mainly because the ramen was just ok in my opinion. I discovered that I don't like yuzu and its citrusy flavors in my ramen as much as i thought. If you don't mind that at all, Afuri Ramen is worth a try. Their yuzu shio ramen is still discounted to $12 until the end of this August in Richmond and Vancouver on weekdays. It's a great promo. read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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Ambiance and Decor: The restaurant boasts a very clean environment with two large open tables and a large banquet on the far wall and impressively high ceilings. The ambiance is modern Asian, with concrete floors contributing to an industrial feel. Service Quality: During my visit on a Sunday, there were only two servers managing the entire restaurant. Despite this, I was seated right away for a late lunch service as I was dining alone. Although the restaurant was fully occupied, I was able to place my order promptly. However, it took a bit longer to receive my bill and make the payment. Menu Variety: Afuri Ramen and Dumpling offers an extensive menu with numerous ramen options and a variety of other appetizers. Additionally, they have an appealing drink menu. Food Presentation: I opted for the lunch combo, which included gyoza and tsukemen. Both dishes were neatly plated with evident care. The utensils--forks, chopsticks, and a spoon--were provided in a small plastic container on the side. Although I ordered pan-fried gyoza, I was served the deep-fried version instead. Despite this mix-up, I still enjoyed the dish without raising a complaint. Food Taste and Quality: The taste of the food was excellent, with a good balance of salt and spice. The freshness and heat of the dishes were commendable. The ramen noodles were cooked to perfection, and the tsukemen had a generous amount of meat. Portion Sizes: The lunch combo provided a satisfactory amount of food. However, considering the price, it would have been nice to have one or two more pieces of gyoza and a bit more ramen noodles. Drink Selection: The restaurant offers a good selection of cocktails. Since I visited for lunch, I only tried their homemade ginger ale, which was incredibly delicious and refreshing. I wish I had the recipe for it! Price and Value: I received a 20% discount on the lunch combo due to the day and time of my visit. This is something to look out for if you plan to dine here. Despite the discount, I felt that the portion sizes could have been more generous. Overall, I paid just under $30 for the drink, gyoza, and tsukemen. Overall Experience and Recommendation: Afuri Ramen and Dumplings may not be my top choice for ramen in Richmond, given the abundance of other options in the area. However, if you find yourself within a few blocks of this restaurant, it's worth a visit. I recommend trying their gyoza and homemade ginger ale, and you can't go wrong with any of their ramen choices. read more

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The yuzu shoyu ramen is not typical in other ramen places so I had to try it. It was pretty tasty with a light citrusy flavor profile. The char siu which came with it was delicious with a very tender and flavorful bite. The egg was perfect. The only thing I didn't like was the arugula. It gave a bitter taste to the rest of the dish. The place was big with high ceiling. The menu was quite extensive and had a good selection of sake and alcoholic drinks. Recommendations are recommended if you have more than 2 people. Despite the many tables, the staff seemed reluctant to push them together to create more tables for 4. There are two big communal tables too. I will come here if I am in the mood for a lighter tasting ramen broth. read more

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Solid ramen place inside the large industrial area by Alderbridge and No3. Parking is plentiful in the lot surrounding the buildings. The theme for this chain seems to be the high open ceilings and bright interior with all the shiny ductwork visible. I've been to the Portland location (7th Ave) and while this (Richmond) place is nicer than most other ramen shops around town, the Portland location blows this one out of the water. I've been spoiled. Staff were friendly and helpful. I tried the yuzu shoyu ramen. Honestly I couldn't tell there was yuzu in there, but I also didn't know what I was looking for, go figure. It was tasty. For those who eat more than snacks, I also recommend getting the noodle refill for a few bucks more. Thank goodness I ordered it. Would've left hungry otherwise. The pork was tasty. So was the soft boiled egg. Vegetables were dainty. I left happy. Pricing was reasonable too. Wouldn't mind coming back at some point, though Richmond has plenty of other ramen shops worth chekcing out. Recommended. read more

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Afuri offered some of the best ramen that I've had in my limited experience. Most of my party ordered the ramen combo with choice of drink, appetizer and ramen so I did too. What stood out to me was the flavor of each dish. The Yuzu limeade was freshly crafted by our waitress behind the bar and it was awesome! For the appetizer I got the spicy chicken which was a large portion with the right amount of spice. Lastly, the yuzu tsuyu ramen delivered excellent braised pork amongst other flavorful components. The broth/dipping sauce was served on the side so you can choose how much you want to use. Overall, a wonderful ramen experience for a novice and my whole party thoroughly enjoyed their dishes. However, one of my guests ordered an extra topping and never got it - plus the waitstaff did not check on us until the meal was over so it was never brought over. This didn't take away the flavor of the meal, just annoying to pay for something extra that never came. read more

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Came here for the two year anniversary special. $12 for a bowl of yuzu shio ramen with chicken chashu. Good value but the taste was just okay to me. Noodles are also quite thin. read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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My review is limited to the Yuzu Shio Chicken ramen. It was very tasty with lots of Yuzu taste. The chicken is much more healthier than the usual cha Siu with fatty pork. Nice addition with the half egg. The only suggestion I have is to warm up the soup a bit more, as many of the toppings were cold. That cools down the soup faster. Service was good and the space is very comfortable. read more

Sunday lunch with the family. Ramen combo was discounted!!! Should have gone that route. 25.00 for ramen, appetizer and a special drink. Had the miso spicy ramen and it was good... a little salty. Not bad place, table was sticky... read more

Finally got the chance to try this place... Tried their house special signature shio ramen... Now what stands out about their shio ramen Is that they add ponzu to the broth...giving it a tangy citrusy taste. I actually liked it as it tasted quite refreshing... Pork chasu on point and noodles were al dente. Interestingly enough is that they add arugula To the bowl...dont see this much in japanese ramen places. Since the arugula is a bit bitter by itself, dont see how it complimented the ramen in any way. Also tried the signature afuri pork bun that came with a huge slice of braised pork inside. So so good , succulent and juicy. With enough sauce and sweetness to compliment the plain bun and give it umaminess. Also tried the classic takoyaki....came pipping hot and fresh. More squid would be nice. Lol. Service was quick and efficient. Easy to order and lots of seating. Ambiance is like a mini warehouse kind of dining. Not your typical ramen place with dark wood and booth seating and low lighting. Its bright and airy and not gloomy inside. I still prefer the traditional shio taste over the ponzu experience But, will repeat for sure to try other offerings! Cheers! Happy eating! read more

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Really enjoyed their noodles, they used a thin noodle. Which was surprisly work well with the Tsuyu. braised pork was soft and the tsuyu help broke down the fattness of the fat from the pork. The Yuzu ramen was really surprising. The flavour of the Yuzu is like an explosion, think they use like Yuzu oil. Broth was really clean The staff was friendly. The shop was spacious lots of room. Kara-Tsuyu Yuzu Shio Tonkotsu Shio read more

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The restaurant itself is reasonably large, but I feel as if seating can be optimized; there is a lot of extra space-- the wait was fairly long, but what isn't these days. The egg was prepared well, and the presentation is nice. However, I would say that if you like saltier broths, you will have to add more. read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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ALERT: NOT KID FRIENDLY Went at 830 w/ my kids. My kids had light dinner already so they accompanying me. I ordered 2 bowls of ramen. IMPORTANT POINT: I told server that my kids are sharing 1 bowl. Ramen arrives & I asked for extra bowl to split ramen for kids. I see server talking to another server. Then my server returns & said my kids not allow to split ramen. I was confused when I already told server this when ordering. She insist that I should be ordering from kids menu. This is most absurd thing I have ever heard. I told server that I don't want your extra bowl, my kids can take turns eating from same bowl. Server said this is WARNING & we can have extra bowl. I will NOT be coming to this Afuri again. No wonder why Yelp has horrible review. read more

Excellent Ramen . I had the Yuzu Shio and broth was rich and noodles of good texture . Their service was very attentive and a warm modern decor inside .my only critique is there the meal does not include a traditional complimentary cup of green tea but just a cup of water which is a poor first impression . These days of inflated food prices a bowl of Ramen here will cost you $17-$20 read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Yuzo Shio ramen bowl - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

I haven't had such good ramen in a while. The price was totally worth it. Every part of the ramen had its own distinct taste. Though everything blended together so well. I always fear while eating ramen. That the chicken has too much fat or gristle on it. But the way that they prepared everything in this dish was absolutely exquisite. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is beautiful. I live in Richmond and didn't even know that it was here. So happy I was introduced to this place. I will for sure be coming back and bring my family and friends. read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - shio tare, chicken broth, bamboo shoot, seasonal greens, chashu, egg, nori, yuzu, thin noodle. - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Thanks to a giveaway they were doing on Instagram, I received a take home package for two to try and it was amazing! Although the packaging is a little excessive, the taste, final presentation and portion was similar to what I would expect at the restaurant! We tried both the shoyu and shio (with shio being the favourite) and both came with a delicious cha siu, a perfect ramen egg, toothsome thin noodles, bamboo shoots and some greens. Although it looked a bit small, the two portions of noodles was more than enough for us and remained quite springy even after sitting in the soup for a little bit! The soups were light yet flavourful and did not feel too greasy or heavy. The star of the night was the egg though as it was cooked perfectly with a jammy centre and light soy sauce flavour. The heating up of this ramen doesnt take too long but there are many moving parts requiring the use of 3 different pots. Although it was a little bit more work than I had anticipated, it was definitely worth it for that delicious bowl of ramen! Thank you Afuri!! read more

Dumplings and crispy egg were phenom, ramen left me underwhelmed. My friends and I hit up Afuri on Main for the first time on the weekend. Got there at 11:30am and got a seat right away, yes there was a line up before open tho! Service was awesome and the staff was super nice. We ordered the crispy egg and spicy dumplings to start which were both so incredible tasty! Great pork flavour on the dumps and the crispy egg I've never had anything like it before. Kind of like a tempura jammy egg which I loved. Now for the ramen, I found my pork to be really thick and quite chewy, almost more like a bacon pork belly versus the more delicate slices of pork I've had at other spots. The broth was quite rich in pork flavour and while it said it was spicy on the menu I got very little kick. The noodles were good with some nice chew to them but overall I prefer the Ramen elsewhere. It's also a bit experience for ramen too! read more

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We had wanted ramen because it was a cold night, so I Googled nearest ramen restaurants, and that's how we came by this place. The food was good, and service was quick. I love that they have the special ramen deals, where some ramens are offered at lower prices on particular days. read more

Solid ramen menu with friendly and fast food service! Second time here and experience has been consistent. 10/10 read more

This was a happy accident going into this restaurant. The staff here are very friendly and attentive. Menu is good, theres a lot of options. I had the shoyu and my fiancé had ratan, and got karrage to share. read more

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We finally tried out the Afuri Ramen + Dumpling 阿夫利 which opened its first Canadian location in Richmond. Afuri is a popular Tokyo ramen chain, and they specialize in yuzu-style ramen. Yuzu is considered a small citrus fruit, and it is used as a souring ingredient through the use of its juice and zest. It has its own unique flavour. It is tart and fragrant, closely resembling that of the grapefruit, with overtones of mandarin orange. We ordered three of their favourite dishes. * Yuzu Shoyu Ramen * Soft Shell Crab Bun * Buta Gyoza Afuri Ramen + Dumpling 阿夫利 is located at unit 140-7971 Alderbridge Way in Richmond BC. It is about 5 minutes walk away from the Lansdowne Skytrain Station. Food: 4/5 Should Try! Service: ‍‍‍3/5 Kids: 3/5 A-OK for kids Price: $30-50 for two Presentation: 3/5 Parking: 3/5 Tips: *uses the kiosk touch screen system to order and pay prior to sitting down. *can get crowded around the kiosk. *serves house-made beverages and cocktails. *can get complimentary char siu or if following them on IG. *needs improvement on the COVID-19 health and safety protocols. Would I Return: Yes ‍ read more

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I travel all over and a good Ramen bowl is one of my favorite finds. This place definitely did not disappoint. Ordered the Hazelnut Ramen. Vegan. One of the best I've eaten and if you know me, I eat a lot!! Order at the kiosk and quickly food was delivered. Fresh yet quick. The vegan Hazelnut was one of the most unique flavors. A bit of a kick but not too much. Had several sides which we all shared. Can't wait to revisit next time I'm in town. read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Disclaimer: This place is VERY different from the ramen we're used to eating here in Vancouver (e.g. Marutama and Danbo). If the strong, beef and chicken broth with lots of fat flavour is what you're looking for, this is not the place to go. I had the yuzu shio ramen and my partner had the yuzu shoyu. My partner had wanted to check this place out since he had gone to the location in Tokyo. The flavours of the broths were clean, balanced, but still complex, and brought a very unique umami flavour to the table. As a huge fan of yuzu and the signature "clean" flavour of authentic traditional food, this place was a huge hit. That said, I can see why naysayers might not like the flavours of this ramen--especially if they're used to typical Vancouver japanese ramen from some of the better known names of restaurants downtown. Try this place out for yourself, but come with renewed expectations. I think it's a great place to experience some of the other, less explored flavours of Japan! Don't get me wrong, I still love my Danbo and Marutama, but Afuri sits among the top ranks of ramen in Vancouver. read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Yuzu Shio - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

When I hear yuzu ramen I expected ramen with a hint of yuzu but what I got was something akin to yuzu soda. The broth is supposed to be chicken based but there wasn't any chicken taste to it, it was one sour mess. read more

Afuri ramen is known for their yuzu flavoured ramen broth and gyoza. They have a variety of ramen with soup, rice bowls, tsukemen, gyoza and steamed baos. Their main dishes range from $10-17 and small plates are $6-8. When you enter the restaurant, you are greeted with an ordering machine. This is the first ramen spot I've seen in Vancouver with a system like this but this is common in Japan. This makes Afuri feel similar to a fast food spot even though their food is at a higher price point. Tsukemen is one of our favourite types of noodles so we decided to try it out. Tsukemen is a Japanese style dipping noodle where you dip the noodles in the highly flavourful broth before eating it. The bowl had pieces of chashu, bamboo shoots, lettuce, marinated egg, and seaweed. The yuzu dipping sauce it came with was bright with citrus flavours with a hint of togarashi for spice. The first thing we noticed about this dish was that the ramen noodles were white instead of yellow in colour! With that being said, they were still just as chewy and full of texture as the kind we were used to. This dish came with a cold broth and cold noodles which we didn't expect since it's usually served warm but we enjoyed it nevertheless! I decided to order one of their vegetarian menu items, the Hazelnut Tantanmen, because there were so many raving reviews about it. The broth base was full of creamy hazelnut flavour and had the perfect amount of heat to it. If you didn't tell me I wouldn't be able to tell that it was vegetarian! The bowl of noodles came with hearty mushrooms, bok choy, and vegetarian miso crumbles. We will be back! read more

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Went to this location in Richmond with my partner as we love ramen so much! This location is right behind the GYU-KAKU restaurant in Richmond. They don't have a flashy big sign but you'll see it. Parking is shared in this compound but there are also some parking designated for AFURI guests. The ambiance of the restaurant is a modernized ramen place/ bar. Great ambiance, spacious and high ceilings. We ordered some small plates such as kaarage and the soft shell crab bun and 2 different kinds of ramen to try. The bun was delicious and tasty. The ramen noodles were fresh and tasty. I do love the fact that they make their noodles in-house. The egg was just the right and pork was cooked properly so it was soft. Total of our order came up to around $50+. It might be pricey but they have a great flavour and ambiance was great! read more

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Broth: subtle yuzu through out, perfectly seasoned, balanced flavours Ramen: delectably QQ! Egg: I should have ordered a second. Bamboo: subtle, brought textural balance. Kakuni chashu: tasty, but my meal didn't need it All in a bit over $20 + change, which might seem pricey to some for a serve of ramen (not combo). Great flavours, a really lovely texture on the ramen, lovely atmosphere, good service, everything is as advertised. I'd make the 30-min drive back out to Richmond for the dining experience (food + no-fuss, friendly service) though. read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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Up to par with Greater Vancouver's ramen offerings! Similar to some places in Japan, you select your order on a machine and pay and take a number to your table. The franchise manager/owner kindly took the time to walk us through the ordering process and talk a bit about the different dishes (they squeeze the yuzu everyday for their drinks!). He also noted there was no MSG for folks who want to avoid it (I myself cook with a dash aji no moto at home from time to time). Vegan and GF options. I like a clearer broth so we ordered their signature yuzu shio chicken-based broth ramen - fragrant and flavourful. Some notes of fresh herbs like other reviews have mentioned. Noodles were of a nice texture. The charsiu stood out for me! With grill marks and a sweeter taste. We also tried the pork-based ramen - also very flavourful and garlic-forward. For an appetizer, we had the soft shell crab bao. It was delicious - the crispy meaty crab paired well with the spicy mayo and cucumbers snuggled in a soft steamed bao. I might not order this $10 bao every time I go but it's definitely something nice to get for the table if you're looking to impress any first timers. Look forward to trying the hazelnut tanmian in the colder months! Even for a Monday lunch run, the place was busy (folks sat distanced tho). read more

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Being a franchise from Japan, I had to check this place out. Unfortunately, the first two times I tried to come, there was a massive line up from the hype. I was finally able to eat here and I've now been twice so here goes my review. Eating at tons of different ramen joints across the Lower Mainland and Japan, I can confidently say the quality and process AFURI puts into place to maintain a consistent experience and taste is meticulous. The process to order is simple and convenient as it is in their Japan locations. The area is very open with high ceilings which is very welcoming however parking can get hectic being in an area with lots of new restaurants so plan ahead. The first time I came I tried their Yuzu Shio ramen and kakuni pork bun. The buns remind me of Momofuku's buns which are delicious. We also ordered a side dish of kimchi and their Buta gyozas. The second time around I tried their Yuzu-tsuyu tsukemen and soft shell crab bun. I like how the noodles are the thin once however I will warn you to be careful ordering the kimichi side dish as the portion is not worth the cost. Overall, I'm happy I was able to try AFURI in Richmond and getting to know the owner made the experience that much more memorable. I would recommend trying them out but come closer to closing as the traffic is less busy. read more

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I loved Afuri in Tokyo so I was pretty excited to try out this location. Overall it has some pretty unique dishes for a ramen restaurant in Vancouver, but definitely cannot compare to the Tokyo location. Upon arrival, you to order at a kiosk which was pretty convenient especially during covid times. The interior is clean and bright, but it was quite inconvenient how all the tables were fixed. As for the food, the Yuzu Tsukemen was really unique and refreshing. The yuzu wasn't too overpowering, and the sauce had a great balance of citrus, sweet, and savory flavors. The portion of noodles and toppings was also pretty substantial - an overall great dish for a hot summer day! The soft shell crab bun which the server recommended and others raved about, however, was a slight disappointment. The bun-to-filling ratio was off with the bun being too thick and the crab being too small for the price. The kimchi didn't taste too fresh and the mayo made the dish extra greasy without adding more flavors. read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Soft shell crab bun - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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Wanted to try their yuzu soup base as I was curious. I think I got the yuzu shio in the end and the broth was interesting. Not sure I would get this again. They had a self serve kiosk at the front of the kiosk for ordering. It was very bright and spacious in the restaurant. Good location with parking! read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Solid Ramen spot! After flying to Vancouver, this ramen spot was within walking distance of the Hilton Vancovuer-Richmond. I came here for dinner around 7pm and was pleasantly surprised. The pork based ramen was flavorful and the noodles were chewy and al dente(cooked perfectly) read more

Love this place! Afuri has this very relaxing and modern theme. It's a great place to have a drink here and enjoy the yummy deep fried soft crab bun. Yuzu Ramen soup base is very refreshing. Cha siu and soft boiled egg are both very delicious as well. For sure will come back to try other dishes!!! read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Deep fried Soft crab bun and Yuzu drink - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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First of all, I really liked the interior of the restaurant - tall ceilings with lots of light, and a spacious layout between tables. You order at a kiosk (there was a host there to explain how it works) then grab a wooden number and input the number into the computer with your order. When it's ready the order will be served to you. There are some individual tables and some large central tables for shared seating. I tried the soft shell crab bao (one of the main reasons I wanted to come here) and it was indeed very good! The flavours were good and bao itself was super fresh. Also had the yuzu shoyu ramen. Really liked the noodles, different from ramen noodles I've had before, and overall good flavour, although yuzu was quite mild. Prices were a little high ($8 for bao and $16 for ramen) but portions were large. Overall a good spot and I will come back! read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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5/10 at this new super hyped #ramenshop - disappointed #yuzushio #tonkotsustyle You can describe the flavour as clean. But for me, it's lack of salt and depth. The yuzu is refreshing first sip but the novelty wore off quickly. I had chilled yuzu ramen in Tokyo at another ramen shop, it didn't have the same issue. The tonkotsu style chicken soup is good but again lack seasoning. The chashu (bbq pork) is perfectly cooked though. Meat is tender while the fat is thoroughly cooked. $38 for 2 bowls of ramen. Self served and still asked for tip.... I gave 5% tip as I found it ridiculously. read more

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Enjoyed: self-order system, urban atmosphere and good variety of alcohol! Recommend: soft-shell crab bun! Disappointing ramen and gyoza. Im a big fan of yuzi broth but this place has very plain and below average broth quality.. overcooked but very tasty chashu, unfortunately it does not have a harmony combination with the soup and rest of the ingredients. Personally i don't enjoy eating food with one-time use chopsticks in restaurant. read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - shio ramen - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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We stopped by for lunch over the weekend. It is cafeteria style in that you go up to a kiosk to place your order and take a number to your table. Food is subsequently dropped off at your table. We ordered two combos: tonkotsu shio ramen ($27.50) and yuzu shio ramen ($26.50). A beverage and an appetizer were included in each combo. Food arrived fairly quickly. The ramen portion size was on the smaller side and the appetizer was needed to make the meal more filling. I really enjoyed the yuzu shio broth. It was a light broth infused with yuzu flavour. The chashu was tender, nicely grilled and flavourful. The egg was perfection with the runny yolk. The noodles had a good chew. I had the crispy gyoza and it was alright. I would have preferred the pan fried gyoza more but that option was not available. The yuzu limeade was refreshing. I tried a sip of the tonkotsu broth. That broth was rich and creamy. Definitely, a very good broth option too. Overall, food was good. The meal was on the pricier side for ramen, but it feels like most ramen places are charging higher prices these days. Service was good. Covid precautions were in place. Hand sanitizer was available. Contact information was collected for tracing purposes. Staff wore face masks. read more

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Afuri Ramen + Dumpling has finally opened in Richmond and I was so excited to check it out. In Japanese fashion, this location will feature touchscreen ordering. You place your order via a touchscreen vending machine and then you receive your receipt and table number. I came by during their media night and had the opportunity to try their entire food menu as well as a kitchen walk through to see how they boil their broths in giant vats and hand make their noodles. I had a variety of their noodles but my standouts surprisingly was their Hazelnut Tantanmen (vegan - but I added an egg) and their Soft Shell Crab Bun (MUST ORDER ITEM!!) The soft shell crab bun consists of one whole soft shell crab, kimchi, cucumber and spicy mayo. The bun held up well to the plethora of ingredients and the little touch of having the Afuri logo seared on was nice. The soft shell crab was fried perfectly with a light coating. The spicy mayo and kimchi added a nice spicy kick and the cucumber lightened up the whole bao with its freshness. I had two of these, and wish I had room enough for a third. This bao is best enjoyed hot and fresh, but it still tastes pretty good after sitting out for awhile! The Hazelnut tantanmen is composed of miso tare, hazelnut broth, bok choy, shiitake, leeks, miso cashew crumbles. The broth was full bodied with a rich nutty flavour. The noodles were thicker and I loved the chew on them. This is their vegan offering and in my opinion it blows all other vegan ramens that I've tried. I added the egg, but normally there is no egg as this dish is vegan. Their signature Yuzu Shio Ramen was a little too light on flavour for me personally - I remember a stronger yuzu flavour when I had it in Tokyo, but that might be just a personal preference. The restaurant was bumping but service was efficient and friendly. The kitchen was positively slammed but they kept pushing out dishes that were beautifully assembled. I was really impressed by my overall experience today and I cannot wait to be back. read more

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I've been to Afuri's roppongi hills location many times. This was the first time I went to this newly opened Richmond location. I ordered the yuzu shio ramen(highly recommended), It comes with their famous Aburi chashu and refreshing yuzu soup (chicken/fish soup base). The noodles are thin noodles and the portions are very generous. Overall,the ramen here are very authentic and delicious, I'll definitely visit again. read more

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The famous Afuri_ramendumpling has finally opened in Richmond. I had a chance to come to their media review night before it opened to public. My first impression was how modern the restaurant was with their touchscreen kiosk odering system. How convenient! I also appreciate their attentive service although they were super swamped that night. In term of food, I love a variety of appetizers on the menu that you would not normally find at ramen places. Buta gyoza and soft shell crab bun with kimchi and spicy mayo were my two favourites. We also tried some of their signature ramens such as Yuzu shio, Tonkotsu tantanmen , Yuzu tsuyu tsukemen which were decent; but I wish the yuzu flavour was stronger thou. OR if you are tired of ramens you can also get their tantanmen gohan, basically a rice bowl composed of ginger pork crumbles, bamboo shoots, slow cooked egg, pickled ginger, etc. read more

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Nice clean modern space, high ceilings when you walk in. Just like Japan, you order at the machine when you walk in. This place offers a chicken broth, which is great alternative to a pork broth. I ordered the yuzu shoyu, it wasn't too salty or thick, came with bamboo shoots seaweed, half an egg, and a slice of grilled pork. I also ordered the pork Gyoza, the skin was thin and crispy, just the way I like it! The pork bun was not bad but my least favorite out of the 3 things I ordered however, they did tell me the soft shell crab bun was the one to try! Will consider that next time! read more

AFURI ramen + dumpling - Yuzu Shoyu, pork gyozas and pork bun - Ramen Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia