After 1.5 hr walk at Butchart Garden's Christmas lights, we were starving. We wanted to eat before…read moreheading to the hotel to rest up for the night. This place came up on the search. We came after the dinner rush, so it wasn't too busy and we were seated right away. They had the value meal which was very decently priced. My daughter had the original pork ramen while I had the golden sesame ramen. Both broth were delicious and had deep flavor. In addition, we ordered Takoyaki and Tokyo Fries as appetizers. The Tokyo Fries were delicious and interesting especially they were served with kombu and seaweed flakes. The fries were a little salty for my taste and I was glad that the ramen was not too overly salty so it balanced out nicely. Overall, great taste and highly recommended especially on a rainy day.

Best ramen in town and the broth is soooo delicious. Service was excellent as our waiter is really…read morenice. Overall, this place is definitely a hidden gem and the ramen is a must try if you are visiting Victoria. Thanks Kinton Ramen for having us.

The food was GREAT! I came here with my family and I'd say they all enjoyed eating their food. The…read morewaiters were VERY nice. The overall vibe of it is just great. They have elevator music in the background. (The food also came out about 10-15 mins after order) I would come here again and highly recommend it.

After finishing up my shopping at Trader Joe's, my family wanted to grab a bite for lunch. I…read morechecked Yelp, and this was the highest rated place nearby. And it helped that it was within walking distance. Upon walking in, the staff let us pick an empty table. The place is rather typical looking for a family-run Japanese restaurant. It was clean, which is the most important thing for these quick lunch stops. - Takoyaki: OK. Good size, covered in bonito flakes. It was quite well presented and tasted fine. My only complaint was that it was close to lukewarm not hot, so it didn't seem freshly made. The greens seemed unnecessary. - Vegetable Tempura: OK. Nothing special. A good tempura batter is very light and airy, but this one was a bit bready. - Shoyu Ramen: OK. Good size, and flavors where there. The pork was the thickest piece I've ever had in a ramen bowl, but very tender, so no real complaints. - Chicken Teriyaki Rice: Not recommended. Chicken was tender enough, but I prefer chicken with skin. Plate was drowning in sauce. Edible, but not enjoyable. Service was simple and nice enough. Food came out in a reasonable amount of time. Overall, we were satisfied. The food here caters to what locals want and expect, and they generally do a fine job with it. If I was hungry and was in the area, I would certainly consider it.

Amazing would definitely come and stop here again. The owner is super nice and friendly very…read morehelpful. My whole family enjoyed the food here!! everything was delicious. Ambience is beautiful. It is a small place, but it makes it cozy. Very nice and clean. Would highly recommend it.

The best ramen that I've had in years. Cute little restaurant with friendly service, peaceful…read morebackground music, fantastic food, and great drinks.

Some of the best Ramen we've had in a long time. The Tonkotsu Black Ramen is so rich and…read moreflavourful, definitely worth a try. Pro tip ... park in the back ...the front street parking is a bit tight. Check the hours ... you won't wanna rush in/out.

The pictures don't really do it justice. The flavours of the soups were amazing and we actually…read morefinished it all. Usually at other places I find the soup gets too salty and we just can't finish it after the noodles are gone. Not here, not a drop was wasted. Will definitely be back.

=== 1. VERDICT/VALUE A touch of Japan on Cedar Hill - come…read morehere for the food, language, good food, and if you're a young one - Pokemon cards from the proprietor! === 2. FOOD Salt (Shio) Ramen ($16.50) The broth here makes the difference - thick, and true to flavour when one steeps a long time with bones - it's good and flavourful, yet not too salty and it doesn't leave you thirsting to drink anything thereafter. The Japanese-style BBQ pork slices, delicately-boiled egg and bean sprouts of course work well. Pork Egg Don ($18.25) Great pork tonkatsu - lightly battered the way it should be and it overall a great choice of dish if you're not looking for something soupy! Fried Rice ($4 for regular size; $7 for large size if buying an entree) I think it's worth it - it's tasty but a little salty and the portion size is good ofr sharing between two people! === 3. SERVICE I've only ever seen three people work there before and so while service is professional, they can get a little busy when the house is fulll (which is not uncommon). But it's worth it. And the leader/owner (?) is always cognizant of little kids including my own and is ready to hand out a choice of a random Pokemon card to bring more smiles into the establishment! === 4. ENVIRONMENT It's all, a little dim, and maybe updated in the 90's. The lights are different coloured, but they clearly spend the money on the staff and food. There are a few two-seat, and four seat tables/booths. There is a single table that seats up to eight. Wheelchairs and baby strollers could fit but only barely and they may best stay near the front. Parking is about as lucky as you get in the shopping complex which seems to ebb and flow throughout the day!

I've visited a half-dozen times now with family and consider this the "go to ramen shop". Simple,…read morerelaxed layout and direct, no nonsense service, but the ramen is fantastic and prices are reasonable. Mostly spicy bowls (one non-spicy called the "Salt" that I always get due to food allergies). Lots of options for "extras" (e.g., meat, corn). You can get a basic side of fried rice that is a nice add-on. It has a warm, social vibe and is popular with the younger crowd. Appreciate that the guys offer my kid a Pokémon card at the end of each meal - makes him feel welcome.

Hiroshi is cute little restaurant with simple seating and open kitchen concept. Service is quick …read more My spicy ramen gave me hot flashes and I loved it. So yummy

I found this place via contest from an Instagram. I won a free bowl of Ramen from an influencer…read more Their menu consisted of Donburi, Sashimi, Sushi and Ramen. Because I came in for my free bowl, Miso Ramen was only option for me. My sister ordered Sesame Ramen with chicken chashu and same with broth. Mine contained pork chashu with pork broth. Food was okay. My noodle was clumpy which I didn't like. Chashu was tender, but I didn't favour pork broth. It just felt bit heavy in my personal opinion. I'm sorry to say food wasn't too memorable at all. My sister and I felt so thirsty after eating as the food was also salty. I felt thankful for a free bowl of Miso Ramen, but the food wasn't impressive. Staff were nice and friendly though.

We were sat immediately when we had come in but I think it's a busy place because when we left,…read morethere was a small queue outside. Apparently, Ramen Arashi is part of a Canadian chain that originated in Banff. It's a clean restaurant and the service was good. The bathroom is very clean and nice. I got the miso ramen and it was yummy but about what you would expect from a ramen place. It's served with a dollop of butter on top which melts nicely into the broth.

This place is not huge but our party of 7 was able to squeeze in for lunch a few Wednesdays ago…read morewithout having to wait. It was on the late side for lunch (past 1PM) so we were fortunate enough to be able to walk right in and get served quickly. The takoyaki wasn't the most octopus-stuffed I've ever had, but it was solid! My husband and I split the black sesame tonkotsu ramen and the yuzu shio ramen. Both were unique in their own ways; the black sesame flavor in that tonkotsu was super pronounced and it was a very hearty ramen. The yuzu shio was super light and very flavorful; the yuzu flavor was also super pronounced. Also love the amount of tender chashu slices they give you with each bowl. The lettuce in the yuzu shio bowl was not my favorite; I appreciate the thought of more fiber/something healthier but the soup is so hot that it cooks the leafy greens immediately and I don't love wilted lettuce in my ramen. But all the other toppings were great; bamboo shoots were super flavorful, nori was crunchy, and eggs were perfectly jammy. Great place to grab a bowl of ramen if that's what you're craving!

We just had the chance to visit Setsunai in their new location. It is worth the trek! Loved that I…read morecould other Ramen and my kids could get burgers from the Galley! go!!

I was expecting an outstanding ramen noodle dish from the previous reviews. However, the pork ramen…read moredish I had was mediocre at best. Flavor, ingredients, even the noodles were ok but not great. Service and atmosphere were both excellent. However, I wouldn't recommend.

We finally had to find out what all the hype was about!…read more We kept seeing this Japanese restaurant get top ratings and heard it was really popular in Nanaimo, so we decided to try it for ourselves. Was it actually worth all the hype? We ordered the Sora Omakase Sashimi (8 types, chef's choice) along with a few other special rolls, and the sashimi was the real star of the show. The fish was incredibly fresh and generously thick-cut, with a great variety of premium sashimi. We were impressed by the creativity, generous portions, and presentation. Compared to other sushi places we've tried in the city, the quality and attention to detail here really made a difference. The prices are a bit higher than some other restaurants on the island, but after tasting the food, we thought the quality made it worth it. If you love sashimi, we especially recommend trying their sashimi options. There are plenty of premium choices. The restaurant itself has a modern-chic atmosphere, and it was BUSY. We saw a mix of locals, visitors, and a steady stream of takeout orders. Despite the crowd, our food came out surprisingly quickly, and the quality stayed top-notch. Whether you want a casual sushi night for two or a place to celebrate with a group, the menu has enough variety to please everyone. We came in wondering if the hype was real, and left understanding exactly why it's so popular. Honestly, Nori deserves the 5 stars from us. We're not the Michelin Guide, but we can definitely see why people are talking about it. Food: 5/5 Must Try! Service: 5/5 Kids: 4/5 Presentation: 4/5 Parking: 3/5 Tips: * Reservations are highly recommended. * Walk-ins are accepted, but be prepared for a potentially long wait during busy times. * The menu is extensive, so take your time deciding. * Great option for everything from date night to group celebrations. Would I Return: Yes ‍

Our waitress was amazing the food was DELICIOUS!!! I would recommend this place to everybody. I ate…read morehere with my family, and we all loved it!

$20 for 8 slices of sashimi, not pieces, SLICES. would not…read morerecommend. there isn't much else to say

Fantastic meals every time - flavour and freshness served with a welcoming smile! We love the tiger…read moreroll and Tomago is rated 1st place with the kids