Such a hidden gem in the area ! I will be visiting when I come back to the area. The flavor of the soup was delcious, worth a visit. The combo was such a nice deal, as you get a mini appetizer, a full size ramen and a drink. The serve and staff was so friendly and was on top of it, the overall ambiance was so friendly. read more

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Went to this place randomly and was craving for ramen that night. Nice ambiance and service. I ordered Tonkotsu Shio. They used a very light soup base, which was my first time trying it and it was a nice surprise. But I still prefer a stronger, heavier base. Not too busy for a Wednesday night. Price is reasonable for a Toronto downtown restaurant. read more

Afuri Ramen + Dumpling - Tonkotsu Shio - Ramen Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Well done on soup base and the texture of noodles were good. The ramen does need to be served hotter. Egg needs more flavourful. Definitely finish it off with the tofu donuts, SO good and not too sweet. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised to find this new ramen house, and even more so when my food arrived. But before we get to that, I wanted to touch on the environment of this restaurant. Particularly I enjoyed having the open kitchen, the wood touches with a classical feel meshed in with this modern dining experience. The restaurant was clean and the noise level was appropriate, as you can hear yourself think while you enjoy your company and your meal. I ordered the hazelnut broth option, and I was impressed with the thick, rich and flavourful broth when I took my first sip, and this continued until I slurped my last spoonful. The noodles were a new experience for me, I never had them really absorb all of this delicious flavourful broth while maintaining the wit texture. The mushroom and nuts really completed this hardy bowl of ramen. The service was excellent, the staff were knowledgeable, and the food arrived so fast, it's the perfect place to go when your hungry and need something fresh ASAP! I was such a happy customer when I left, so I had to get some take out to continue to enjoy this experience when I got home, so I ordered some Japanese fried chicken and rice. Can't wait to dig in later! Thanks for this delightful experience Afuri!! read more

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I always enjoy the ramen here! this is my second time coming here and enjoy the calm open kitchen atmosphere with a great noodle bowl. The appetizers are my favourite part, but I the ramen quality is also so good! read more

I heard a lot about this new ramen spot in Downtown and decided to check it out. The decor is very clean and bright and servers were nice but some were just standing there when bringing guests to their table. The process could went more smoothly if they are more attentive. I ordered the Yuzu tsukemen and the pork dumpling. The broth does have a strong Yuzu taste to make it refreshing. I liked it but I think there are better options. The dumpling I had I felt was overly done, as it was burnt inside. I think the place can do better to live up to its hype or there are better ramen places in the area. read more

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Maybe I had too much high expectations before I tried yuzu shio, it was just okay but not impressive or special to me. Both Chashu & kakuni pork were ordinary. However their housemade noodles were excellent though. read more

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Spacious for a Japanese restaurant. I tried the yuzu spicy ramen as suggested by my colleague, but I don't really like the combination. I would probably just try pork ramen if I go back in the future. It did have an unique flavour if you like citrus flavour. I had the yuzu cheesecake at the end as well, but it didn't really have cheese taste to it and I think it could taste the fridge which wasn't pleasant. Another colleague of mine got the matcha ice cream sandwich for dessert, it was much better than the cheesecake, but also not much tea taste. Service was normal speed, I actually understood the English of the waitress as a lot of other Japanese restaurants I couldn't understand the accents. read more

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Saw this place on the map and had to try it out as I had just come back from Japan! I tried Afuri while I was in Japan and wanted to know if the Afuri in Toronto tasted the same. We got the Yuzu Shio Ramen Yuzu Ratan Ramen and some Yuzu Shio Edamame. First thing is that both ramens had a very strong yuzu flavour. Too strong in fact. I feel like they could've toned down on the yuzu as it overpowered the broth. Other than that, the ramen was super chewy and the char siu and egg was cooked to perfection. The Ratan broth could be spicier but it was still very good. The yuzu flavour on the edamame complimented the beans very well and I would recommend getting this if you like edamame. Overall, these ramen are comparable to the ones in Japan. I would definitely come back if I'm ever craving some yuzu ramen. read more

Afuri Ramen + Dumpling - Yuzu Ratan Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Went to this new ramen place downtown. Pros: + Yuzu ramen is flavorful and not too heavy and not too salty. The egg is cooked well, the pork is fatty, and the soup is not too oily. + Eggplant bun is cooked well. + Nice vibe inside. Cons: - Ramen taste might not suit everyone. Different than the typical ramen. - Dumplings were not crispy and were falling apart. read more

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Fairly new place in Toronto. Another ramen joint has opened in the city. The ramen noodles are made in house which is a good sign. Yuzu infused ramen. If you are not a fan of Yuzu, you may want to try a different ramen place. Managed to get the last table before a huge lineup started. The atmosphere is nice and refreshing. Doesn't feel like the usual ramen bar. It had the cafe sort of vibe. Tried out the Yuzu Ramen and Tsukemen. Also tried two appetizers that the server recommended. The buta gyoza and Karaage. The food that we were served during our visit was great. It arrived promptly and arrived piping hot. We both liked the Tsukemen over the regular ramen. If you like something with a bit more flavour, I would recommend the Tsukemen over the Yuzu Shoyu Ramen. If you like something subtle the shio or any of the soup ramen stands out. We ended the evening with a matcha miso ice cream sandwich. which is something that was a bit unique from the usual matcha or sesame ice cream flavours. Overall, great experience and great memories. Will return to see if it remains consistent. read more

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Super fun ambiance. The restaurant was spacious and had a lot of great seating options. Food service was fast and our waiter was super friendly! I am totally coming back! read more

Afuri Ramen + Dumpling - Buta Dumplings - Ramen Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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4stars for food, 3.5 for service. Friendly but inefficient. 2 star foe the space, looks great but no AC Good soup base! Tried the spicy chicken ramen that had some yuzu in it. It was light soup base and east to have even when there is barely any AC on a very warm day. I get it's inflation the slight of meat in our ramen were like a shaving for your cold cut slice. It's not even a proper thick slice for ramen here. Chicken Karage is dark meat rolled up in a ball. Seasoning is good. Not the typical chunk. agedashi tofu had a good lift batter but not true to Japanese style as they use a med-soft tofu instead of a softer silky grade. Servers were friendly even though they are not the most efficient. we were there at lunch, there were 2 floating wait staff that seems to be on strict missions and not checking things in between. I had to flag the manager down for extra bowls and spoon/ mini ladle and he only got us the bowls. I walked over to get an extra ladle. Not sure if we got the right fried buta gyoza since two gyoza came to our table and we told them one came already. They never bother to check if we got the right one just took the second one away. Not sure if we overpaid for the wrong one at the end. I'm sure service will improve after grand opening moment. I will return! read more

Afuri Ramen and Dumpling just opened last year. With it's spacious and luxurious aesthetic, it has a very relaxed atmosphere. I decided to be adventurous and got the hazelnut tantan noodles. It comes with hazelnut broth, and miso cashews. Slightly strong ginger taste. Not my favourite broth to be honest but I commend them for being creative! Their specialty is their yuzu broth so I would definitely give that a try instead next time. Seems like people enjoy that a lot! I also got some winged gyoza, highly recomment to eat these fast because ours got soft once I was done taking pictures read more

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This venue is so cute. It has a really beautiful, modern aesthetic and I love the neon lights on the back of the wall that have a fun saying on them. The woman who greeted me and ended up being my server was so friendly and kind. She was really on top of communicating with me and very sweet. I found out that the ramen is different than others because it has yuzu in some the dishes. I got the classic Ramen because I wanted to try to the yuzu. It did give it a nice tangy flavor. The pork was cooked perfectly and the noodles were delicious. You could tell they were fresh. The broth was flavourful, but I didn't have the same depth as some of my other places that I really like going to have. The winged Buddha dumplings were mind blowing. Again you could tell they were fresh. The meat inside was really flavourful and the dipping sauce had so many different flavours as well. I would definitely go back again. read more

This new ramen spot downtown was getting a lot of attention on socials, so I opted for a visit on a Friday afternoon. The interior is very neat and clean, it gives the aesthetic of Muji. I ordered the Tonkotsu Shio which has a black garlic flavour. The service was pretty quick, but when I got my ramen, I was disappointed to see that for a $17-18 bowl, they only give one piece of protein. Most ramen places provide 2-3 pieces at least. The broth was good but it wasn't anything special imo, same goes for the rest of the ramen. I think my meal was decent but honestly wasn't worth the hype this place is getting across socials. I probably wouldn't crave Afuri - there are better ramen spots out there. read more

Afuri Ramen + Dumpling - Ramen Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I can't say Afuri Ramen + Dumpling was on my radar at all, but I'm always happy to check out a new ramen joint, so we made our way to the place on a recent Sunday morning. We arrived a little before noon and the restaurant was already about half full. Neither of us was hungry for one of the tasty-sounding appetizers, so I wound up ordering a bowl of the Yuzu Ratan ramen ("spicy shoyu tare, chicken broth, bamboo shoot, frisee, chashu, egg, nori, leeks, chili sesame, yuzu, thin noodle"). The food arrived a short time later and on first glance, it sure looked appetizing. I took my first sips and was immediately surprised by how citrus-forward the broth was. It was maybe a little off-putting at first, but the more I ate, the more it grew on me. The depth of the flavor is pretty epic, to be sure, as I kept discovering more tastes the longer I consumed it. The other components all work really well, and the noodles were cooked just about perfectly. (It's pretty depressing how many ramen places serve soggy, overcooked noodles.) I wasn't crazy about the enormous spoon I was given, but other than that, I enjoyed the heck out of my meal and look forward to returning to try some of their other offerings. (A nearby table ordered dumplings and they looked amazing!) read more

Service was good. The restaurant was well decorated. Loved the vibe. There were a lot of food options and the dishes were presented really well. Lacking a little bit in flavour. read more

Ate here last night. Waited 20 minutes for a seat because there was a line up but the staff were really nice and very attentive. Top marks. I had the Yuzu Shoyu, Yuzu Lenonade, and Soft Shell Crab Bun, all tasty. As for the Ramen (Yuzu Shoyu) I can't say it was the best I've had but it was tasty (I can make better Ramen restaurants in Toronto where I have had this dish). Overall a positive experience but I don't plan on rushing back soon. read more

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For appetizers I had the ikageso karaage and tori karaage. The fried squid was nice and hot right out of the fryer. I loved it as it was a new experience for me. The fried chicken too was hot. It tasted similar to others I've had. For my main entree I had the ninikku shoyu. This ramen offered the thin noodles which they weren't willing to substitute for thicker ones. Chasu is all important indicator for me and it was alright but could of been thicker in nature. One disappointing thing is that you could not order extra noodles. I've never encountered this before. Not sure why they would not offer this option. This establishment has high ceilings, airy feeling, well lit and today's music the younger generation listens to. The service here is very good. I was here late and they had more than adequate staff. read more

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Great food -- unique ramen flavours to the norm. Restaurant wasn't super busy on the Thursday early evening compared to the massive lineups but that's no reason for judgement! Large space and clean -- note that as of writing this they did not have a liquor license but I will be back for sure to get my cocktail and sake flight on! read more

Afuri Ramen + Dumpling - Yuzu Tsuyu - Ramen Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This is a great place if you want to try some ramen in downtown Toronto. The first thing you notice when you step inside is how big and open the space feels. There's a big bar, an open concept kitchen and very tall ceilings almost like an industrial space. The service we got was very friendly, and our server made it a point to explain items on the menu and answer any questions we had. I had my eye on the hazelnut tan tan as I had never seen a variation of noodles with nuts as the main accompaniment. It tasted really good. The broth was very rich with a little bit of spice, and overall a very good dish. I also got some of their house made Ginger ale which has a very strong ginger taste. I thought it was really good but my friend got the Yuzu limeade, which would probably cater to more people. If you're in the area, check it out it's a really cool space inside and you'll also have a nice ramen experience. read more

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The dumplings at this ramen shop don't differ much in quality compared to those in Hong Kong. However, what makes them unique is the slightly sour sauce, which is very appetizing. As for the ramen itself, it's the best I've had in Toronto. The char siu (barbecued pork) is noticeably well-cooked, and compared to other ramen shops in Toronto, they put more effort into preparing it. We chose the yuzu-flavored broth, which has a tangy and refreshing taste that's very appetizing. In terms of portion size, it's relatively larger compared to other ramen shops in Toronto, making it a good value for the price. 呢間拉麵舖嘅餃子，其實同香港水平呢冇乜太大分別。不過最有特色嘅係嗰醬有啲酸酸嘅感覺，好開胃。而拉麵來講，喺多倫多食過最好食嘅拉麵。叉燒有好明顯呢有燒過，對比起其他多倫多嘅拉麵嘅，佢哋嘅叉燒係相對整得比較用心。而湯底，我哋係選擇最柚子嘅湯底，食起上嚟酸酸地，又係好開胃嘅。而佢對比起多倫多其他拉麵舖嘅份量係相對地比較多，性價比係偏高。 read more

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The food here was very fresh and came out quick and hot. Service was alright, wasn't exemplary, things got to our table and got me what I needed. Not a kid friendly place unfortunately as many dishes are spicy and flavours too strong for a child's palate. This place is a very open concept restaurant, it feels like there is a lot of space. Food here tastes alright, the flavour of the broth was interesting, but I think I like the more traditional flavours. The yuzu cheesecake one of their best dishes however. read more

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There seem to be a lot of high quality Japanese restaurants in downtown Toronto, and that's fine with us. Afuri has an excellent atmosphere (high ceilings, lots of light, not much noise), great service, and the food was tasty. Prices were decent too, at least after the USD conversion discount. 1 soft shell crab bun $12.00 - whole crab in a bun! 1 yuzu shoyu $17.50 - Never had a slice of pork like that called chashu 1 hazelnut tantanmen (v) $20.00 - Good vegetarian, but spicy 1 Toki Sawa $16.00 - Nicely blended bourbon cocktail 1 yuzu limeade $7.00 1 Matcha Ice Cream Sandwich $9.00 - very good and unique Place was busy on a Saturday night, but had a few open tables so a party of two didn't have to wait. They have some bar seating too. read more

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Heard about this restaurant recently opened in BlogTO. This place was more spacious than most of the ramen restaurants I had ever visited in toI came with my husband and so we ordered two bowls of ramen. I have ordered a Yuzu ship and a Yuzu tsuyu ramen. The broth for Yuzu ship was light and I could taste the Yuzu flavour in the broth. The type of ramen was thin noodles with a slice of chasu and half of an egg with some bamboo shoots and greens on the side. The broth for Yuzu Tsuyu on the hand was more stronger in flavour and came in a separate bowl on the side. The broth tasted a combination of sour and spicy with a light touch of Yuzu flavour in it. It really opened up my appetite. The kind of ramen used was wavy noodles. On the side, I also ordered a chicken garage. The texture was like eating a meatball. Somewhat spicy but it's not too hot. The service was not bad. The waiters and waitresses were all around and were ready to attend our request. A little disappointed when my husband was not able to order extra noodles for his Yuzu tsuyu. We were told that noodles had to make fresh in their machine. It also brought to my question how long did they take to make the first portion of noodles for my husband's Yuzu tsuyu ramen. Anyway, that's not important. Another negative comment was the seats at the booth were kind of dirty. I could see patches of grease on the seats. Overall, the food was good just one or two minor areas that I was not satisfied. read more

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I have waited 5 years to eat Yuzu ramen again and Afuri has finally touched down in Toronto If you are looking for a strong, saltier broth, this may not be your thing BUT if you're a fan of yuzu (japanese citrus) and lighter chicken broth then u should try! I got the yuzu tsukemen and it was probably my favorite thing we got; the yuzu dipping soup had the strongest yuzu flavour and it was exactly what i was looking for. The noodles were obviously made in house cuz they were so thick and chewy The karaage was good with a very light batter and yuzu mayo dip. Pork gyoza had really thin skin but i thought the meat lacked seasoning, which i didn't expect since it's one of their more popular picks. We came later at night around 930 and most things were still available on their menu which is nice! Service was quick and friendly so no complaints there :) overall, i didn't think the soup was quite on par with what I rmb from Tokyo, but it's definitely one step closer than anything i've tried in Toronto! on our menu: Winged Buta Gyoza (6/10 ) Yuzu Tsuyu (9/10 ) Yuzu Shio Yuzu Ratan Tori Karaage (8/10 ) read more

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Loved this place! Excellent ramen and fast service. You can tell they cater to a busy lunch crowd but never felt rushed. Food came out quick and scrumptious! Has a college campus kind of vibe to me. read more

Love the ramen here. The soups are mostly Yuzu based so they have a refreshing citrusy taste. I usually go for the Yuzu Shio or Yuzu Ratan if I want something spicier. The homemade ginger ale is nice too. read more

They specialize in yuzu ramen and you really need to like that flavor to enjoy the uniqueness of this ramen place. It's a little tart, refreshing but not my thing. I ordered the tantan ramen and enjoyed it. The noodles and char siu are fine, average. The restaurant is big, spacious and very clean. Clean better than many tight and cramped ramen shops. read more

I first discovered Afuri when I was in japan and was blown away by their yuzu flavor ramen, I been craving for a bowl of yuzu ramen ever since returning to NYC, but sadly there's no afuri around me. When I was visiting Canada i was very happy to come across afuri again. Their service was fast and waiter/waitress were very friendly, also this location is massive good for family and friends gathering. It's a must try especially if you're someone that loves yuzu. read more

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Ramen is delicious. Broth could be more intense. Appropriate portion. Impeccable service and atmosphere. read more

Afuri Ramen + Dumpling - Chashu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We almost ordered all the appetizers from the menu. They are all tasty!! you can't go wrong which Ramen you decide on! read more

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Had a delicious meal here last week with the Tonkatsu Tantan ramen and a Kosho cocktail! The service was excellent and can't wait to dine there again. read more

Afuri Ramen + Dumpling - Tonkatsu Tantan ramen w/ Kosho cocktail - Ramen Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

they offer an amazing experience for anyone seeking a tasty bowl of ramen! the yuzu shoyu ramen stands out with its flavorful soy sauce broth and a refreshing touch of yuzu, making each bite enjoyable. the cozy atmosphere adds to the experience, making it a great place to unwind and savour a satisfying meal. read more

Afuri Ramen + Dumpling - yuzu shoyu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Great service and everything ordered was recommended by the awesome server. Great atmosphere and the quality of everything was amazing. Don't forget the house made ginger ale. read more

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The food is okay. I ordered Yuzu-Tsuyu. The Yuzu flavor is not strong enough. Portion was small. The dish does not worth 20 dollars (before tax and tips). read more

An enviable experience at a tasty, authentic, and low key Japanese restaurant! Friendly and fast wait staff had us in and out in time to make it to a show. We didn't expect to enjoy this cuisine so much, but wow! So many options, and we were lucky to find this gem of Toronto. read more

Afuri Ramen + Dumpling - Yuzu-Tsuyu ramen and pork bun - Ramen Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This may have been the best bowl of ramen I have ever eaten. I had the Tonkotsu Shio ramen, as well as the Spicy Ebi Wontons. The ramen had a perfect soft egg, great combination of traditional ingredients & a marvelous broth deep with umami deliciousness. The noodles were handmade on site & you can see the production room from the dining area. The consistency & chew were very well done. The dining area is spacious, open and comfortable. The service was very personable and my server assisted me as a first time customer in engaging the menu, as well as providing me some chili oil upon request. I would highly recommend a visit. This particular site is cashless so you must use a card. read more

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Great new addition to the neighbourhood. I tried most of the vegan dishes, and they are all very tasty . Service was great very friendly . read more