Over the course of many years on trips to the Vancouver/Richmond, B.C. area, this is our go to spot for ramen and its ranks as one of our top choices and we've had plenty across the globe even in Japan! The creamy chicken broth "tori-paitan" originating in Kyushu, Japan, is really unique and will have you wanting more. The noodles are prepared perfectly with the right texture and the soft-boiled egg is awesome. We like to kick it up a notch and get it spicy. You can also add on a variety of toppings. The service and staff were great and the interior is very clean and tidy. read more

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While visiting Vancouver with my husband and friends, they felt like ramen one night for dinner. My husband ordered the Miso Ramen. I wasn't that hungry, so I ordered Gyoza. When my husband was about half done with his ramen, the server asked if he wanted a complimentary noodle refill. He got a half order of the thick noodles. He had thin noodles in his ramen. I tasted both, and the thick noodles (in my opinion) were way better. The Gyoza were really good, as was the ramen. It totally hit the spot! If you are in the area, check it out! read more

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This unassuming ramen spot was everything I wanted it to be and more. The service was very attentive and the waiter was so kind. I love that they give you so many options to customize your ramen flavor at the table. We ordered the tamago ramen (spicy) and tsuke-men spicy. The flavor in the tsuke-men was amazing and they give you broth at the end to finish it like a soup. The restaurant decoration is nothing special but perfect place for chill lunch. read more

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I've visited Maruhachi Ramen several times for dinner. This time, I noticed they had a new miso ramen on the menu, but I went with the egg ramen instead. I usually find ramen soups at many places too salty, so I asked for a less salty version. Unfortunately, it turned out quite bland and lacked flavor--it just wasn't a satisfying bowl of ramen this time. That said, the staff were kind and attentive, which I really appreciated. read more

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Doing a quick review because I was only here for 30min for a weekday lunch. Ordered their Juemon's Jiro-style Ramen priced at $18, and it did not disappoint!! The brothy delicious fat-flavoured umami soup was SO GOOD!! The overall bowl wasn't bad but I wished it wasn't filled with so much bean sprouts and instead had a different veggies component, but otherwise no complaints about the food. At $18 -whether this item will stay for long or for only seasonal- is not worth its price point. Ramen should be cheap, fast, and delicious. Trying to keep up with inflation by pricing it more is not a smart decision, and makes this special Ramen order less likely to be considered by your customers. Overall, I enjoyed my Ramen and the venue was great. Will come back here for a cheaper Ramen for lunch next time. read more

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Maruhachi Ra-men is absolutely delicious. I ordered the spicy tamago ramen, and everything about it was spot on. Unlike many ramen spots that rely on a heavy tonkotsu (pork) broth, Maruhachi stands out by using a creamy chicken broth. It's hearty yet balanced and surprisingly light. I also loved that they offer side sauces so you can adjust the saltiness to your preference. The spice had a perfect kick -- more of a warming, throat spice that builds without overpowering the broth. The pork was incredibly tender, and the soft-boiled egg was cooked perfectly, with a rich, creamy yolk that was full of flavor. My fiance got the Pork Chashu bowl which she said was so full of flavor, she also was adding the broth from my ramen in it to add some more warmth and flavor to the bowl. The spot itself is small but very unique, and I love how they stay true to tradition. Service was good -- nothing over the top -- but efficient and fast. I truly enjoyed every bite, especially on a cold night in Vancouver. It also seemed like a lot of locals eat here, which is always a good sign. Definitely a must-visit for ramen lovers. read more

Finally got here at long last and enjoyed the Mega Jiro-Style Ramen. Ooh wow was it tasty. Yummy yummy yummy. Clean bathroom. Enjoyable experience all around. Will return. read more

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Very nice, little spot for ramen! The staff were nice and sat us down immediately. We tried the Miso Ramen and was absolutely delicious! It came out faster than we expected as well. Definitely convenient if you're at one of the surrounding hotels! read more

Your typical ramen joint. Very central location near the public library. Service was attentive but not intrusive as most ramen joints are. A fair amount of tables are filled with solo people and small groups alike. I ordered a large Tamago Ramen and it was just slightly too much for me as I usually get a small. Soup is flavorful and creamy, not overly salty. Pork pieces were large. Personally not a fan of the presentation as I don't like my proteins draped over the sides of bowls. Noodles are also on the thinner side if you care about how your noodles are. Not my favorite bowl of noodles but definitely decent. I do find ramen prices getting quite steep though. read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Tamago Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

After a long drive from Seattle, we needed something quick, warm, and on the lighter side. We decided to seek out ramen and did not realize we had a lot of spots to choose from but all were scattered across town. Maruhachi is a 10 minute walk from our hotel (Sheraton Wall Centre) and although exhausted we made the trek. The interior is nothing to look at, but the ramen was great. Service was disorganized but quick. The gyoza needs work, but our ramen and curry hit the spot. The pile of veg in our ramen was much needed for me. Prices were quite affordable compared to Seattle, making it difficult for me to come home and eat ramen in CapHill lol read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Curry - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Typical ramen joint with typical ramen menu items. Nice variety of ramen for those who are rather picky with their ramen choices. They do specialize/offer a chicken broth which is not normally offered in other ramen joints. Chicken broth had a light chicken flavor, noodles were plentiful and firm. Good ratio/variety of vegs to ramen. Curry ramen was good. Curry was light and didn't overpower the soup base and noodles. Char siu given would have been nicer if grilled. Overall a nice ramen outing, besides the special chicken broth nothing really outstanding read more

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This is my all-time favourite Ramen shop in the Lower Mainland. I always get the tamago ramen, sometimes the tamago cha-shu ramen when I'm extra hungry. The broth is super flavourful. The egg is always jammy. The cha-shu is tender, though I do wish it was grilled a bit more for that char flavour. I love the Aosa seeweed, I don't see this anywhere else. You can order extra ramen too, which I usually do. They used to provide free garlic chips, but it's a $0.50 charge now I think. Love this for a cold autumn/winter, or any weather really! read more

We visited this restaurant right as it opened. We were seated quickly and given water instantly. I ordered the SHOYU RAMEN, side of fried garlic and we ordered the GYOZA to share. The ramen was very good, added the fried garlic to the bowl and it added such a nice additional flavor. Gyoza came slightly after the bowl of ramen and they were hot and good. The restaurant is small and you will likely be near additional guests but the ambiance was nice and somewhat quiet. We visited while it was raining and this was the perfect meal to have while it was cold outside. If you are in the downtown Vancouver area I would recommend trying this place for a solid good bowl of ramen. read more

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I heard this place was most famous for their chicken broth Ramen, and it was not disappointing at all!! If you are in Vancouver, you have to come in try this because places typically have very heavy broths and I feel like falling asleep however, this is the first time we are, Ramen has not made me fall asleep, and still stay flavorful! The service was very attentive. We called them over a lot for water and they helped with our questions on the menu. The store itself is pretty small so go early. It was pretty hard to find because the door was small and cannot see the sign anywhere, but it is on the main street Highly recommend ! read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

A little hard to find this place without an obvious sign but we found it nonetheless. It wasn't too busy when we got here around 5 on a weekday but the business definitely picked up later in the evening. The staff was attentive without being aggressive and service was quick without pushing you out the door. Great for meeting up with friends as it wasn't too loud/ quiet in here and they also have booth seats for those who are flying solo and just want some hot noodle soup on a cold evening. We both got the winter special, one with the extra chasiu. Their ramen may have been the best I've had in town, the broth was rich and creamy, the meat melts right in your mouth with just the right amount of fat and the noodle is thin and chewy!! 10/10 would come back again for the noodle, ambience and service. read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Winter special ramen - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I enjoyed this more smaller size of a ramen restaurant. There is a smaller middle island of table for single diners with surrounding standard tables. No outdoor seating. The chashu is usually an after thought, but here it was so flavorful and almost melt in your mouth. I quickly grabbed the 2nd piece to continue this enjoyment! The broth is rich and cloudy, not oily or salty. I also liked that you could order mild or hot, and you know what I ordered! Friendly workers. Look around for surrounding menu item specials posted around the tables and the cashier. Beer on tap really went well with their ramen here! read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Seaweed ramen, really good! - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I went back to this place and it still great. On that day, I have their Original Ramen. The dish was simple in presentation, but it was rich in favor. The meat was fresh and tender and the noodle tasted as I remembered. Great place for a fast meal. read more

Oh Marutama Ra-men, how I wish you were in Seattle!!! This is place is ALWAYS a stop for us when in Vancity! We've been to the one on the West End, but this was a much closer walk from our hotel! Full discosure, my hubby wanted to come by again on our way out. Lol! As much as I would like to explore their menu, we always order the Tamago Ramen, with added garlic chips and pepper. My go-to!!! It is consistent and sugoi! We also noticed that they now have some local draught beer (a collab with Parkside Brewery)! I had the lager, which was light and refreshing and goes great with the ramen! So as far as the condiments go, they have the shichimi (pepper), sesame seeds, and the garlic chips. BUT starting June 1, 2022 they will start charging $0.90 CAD for a small plate of garlic chips. Don't hesitate to pay the price, it is 100% worth it to add garlic chips! read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - But the garlic chips are so good!!!! - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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We tried 5 ramen store in a row in the Vancouver's downtown area and this one is my favorite because it was worth the value and noodle is soft as I required. Founder Tetsuya Kudo first established MARUTAMA RA-MEN back in April 1st 2001 in Kawaguchi, Japan. It was the last day before his 40 years birthday. His dream was to create the ra-men that people from all over the world could enjoy. We ordered tamago ramen . I really love their amplified umani broth, they said their broth combined chicken, pork, fish and mushroom, which is really great and makes the broth in a milk silk texture. Also, tamago was half- liquid and half-solid inside. read more

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First meal in the city and it was a bit disappointing. Left us wanting more. Service was good and thankfully the place wasn't too packed. We tried the tsuke-men-shoyu ramen mild and spicy. The mild version was a 7/10, and the egg was perfect. The spicy version was 0/10, it wasn't spicy but it was very salty. The gyoza was 7/10. The place has a more relaxed atmosphere and definitely casual. read more

In Toronto, I had some good ramen, a friend recommended me to try this since I'm in Vancouver。 the broth was very good, same with the tomago. However, the noodles was dry thin and didn't soak up much of the flavour, I would still personally prefer houkaido. Service was excellent read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Cha shu tomago - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Till this day I'm still craving their chicken ramen!!! It's incredible and the best chicken based ramen I've ever! Tried to go back multiple times on my trip to Vancouver. As well as when I went to Vancouver again the following year. It's that good people! Line up to get inside because it's pretty popular but it's a small shop. It's good for small groups. A lot of individual diners come here. They have condiments at every table which is unusual to see in Toronto. So I really enjoyed their fried garlic topping! (Note I went in October 2021 - I'm on the website now and it says starting June 1st, 2022, there will be a $0.90 charge for a single portion of fried garlic 7-8g - WELP, it was great when it lasted!) Broth is rich and creamy but not too heavy. It's perfect for a cold day to warm you up! Would 100% recommend read more

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Food was just okay. I didn't personally like it and wouldn't go back. I got the veggie curry ramen and was unable to get the egg because they cook it in pork fat. No big deal, but definitely a huge disappointment. The broth itself was just okay. I normally would finish the broth with the noodles, but I was only able to finish the noodles here. The best part about it here is the unlimited sesame seeds you can add to the ramen (to add and amp up the flavor) and the tofu skin. The tofu skin was a game changer and made the ramen taste better. read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Veggie curry ramen - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Absolutely love Maruhachi! The broth is rich and flavorful so comforting and perfectly balanced. Noodles have just the right chew, and the chashu melts in your mouth. The portions are generous, and everything always comes out piping hot. Service is quick and friendly, even when they're busy. Easily one of the best ramen spots in the city. I keep coming back and it never disappoints! read more

We were feeling ramen so we noticed this one had a high rating so we decided to try. I haven't had ALOT of experience with ramen but I've had some. This place was different then what I am used to. I didn't particularly like the creamy broth or the very thin noodles. There wasn't a lot of flavor that the broth had and I just got the regular ramen not spicy and it had seaweed and pork. We also got a pork belly app that was pretty good. It's cool they give you extra noodles for a cheap price too. This place seems pretty popular so maybe the creamy broth is what people like here. Service was pretty good, several people delivering food, giving us water and checking in. read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Ultimate Chicken Broth Ramen!! Great lunch spot for quick eats. And if you need extra noodles they offer refills! read more

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The inside is small and it was busy on a Friday night, but the service moves through quickly and we didn't have to wait long for counter seating for 3 people. I ordered the cha-su tamago ramen and it came PACKED with a good portion of meat. The price was surprisingly affordable for how much toppings were in the ramen and how delicious it was. Draft beer was also a good deal, and it was refreshing and solid. Loved this place! read more

As a New Yorker who has 10 4-star ramen places within 10-minute walking radius, I'll admit that I have fairly high standards for ramen which is why I didn't find Marihachi that impressive. Pros: - Very fast service - it only took us 19 minutes to order food, for it come, and for us to finish it and pay for the check - The creamy chicken broth was delicious and something that I haven't tasted yet in my years of ramen exploration Cons: - The toppings were very barebones (think there was just pork, egg, and scallions) and underwhelming. The pork cha-shu I found to be very bland and not as tender as some of the other cha-shu I've had. The egg was pretty good but doesn't make up for the rest - I also usually prefer my noodles to have a bit more chew: the overall thinness and texture kind of makes the noodles disappear - Their pricing system is inconsistent. We ordered two Cha-shu Tamago Ramen which is basically their original Tamago noodles with two extra slices of cha-shu. We were a little miffed to find out later that for the exact same price, we could just get the original Tamago plus cha-shu toppings and we would have gotten an extra slice of meat. Seems kind of an unfair arbitrage opportunity for people who don't read the menu too closely read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Extra cha-su topping - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Delicious ramen, good for small groups (4 or less) but really shines as a solo dining spot. Service: Pretty simple, they seat you and provide utensils and water and direct you to scan the QR code on the table for the menu. Once you're ready to order they stop by. Note: there's a one food item per person minimum, in this case I was sharing a bowl of ramen with another person so we ordered edamame to share ($4). Service throughout the meal was attentive, though to be fair I went at a non peak hour. Food: I ordered the tamago ramen mild, which had absolutely no spice. At the table they have togarashi flakes, sesame seeds, and additional salt seasoning so that you can customize your bowl to your own taste. The broth itself is very very creamy with good fortified chicken flavor. I added a bit of salt seasoning though for the most part, I only wish that I had gone with the spicy level. The bowl was not too heavy, which I personally appreciate when it comes to ramen. The flavor was more unique than other ramens I've tried but I can see this being perfect on a cold day. Nice spot, absolutely worth trying at least once. read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Tamago ramen (mild) - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Pretty disappointing experience. The broth was meh, nothing extraordinary. The noodles kind of saved it and is why I gave it a 2. read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

OVERALL: great chicken broth and fair prices. Just the right amount of food if you're looking for a small lunch. I came here during a trip to Vancouver and went on a weekday for lunch, so there wasn't a wait at all. We were seated promptly and the orders arrived quickly as well. I got the regular chicken ramen (without egg) and it was delicious. The broth wasn't too heavy but it was rich and you could taste the high quality chicken that was used to make it. It also came with two pieces of meat, which was perfect for a light meal. The noodles were a great consistency and the thickness was ideal for a ramen. Would definitely recommend! The prices are also quite cheap. read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Original ramen - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Chicken based ramen broth. The broth is flavorful and the highlight is the fried garlic! Unfortunately they no longer provide the fried garlic as complimentary topping. Like that it comes with seaweed topping. Tamago (egg) is full of flavor and a good runny yolk. If you like japanese curry then you have to try the vegetarian curry ramen! Its also one of the best vegetarian ramen we've had in Vancouver and tastes a lot like the Indian maggi! Has a good amount of toppings. I like that each table has tare so you can adjust the flavor. Staff is friendly and ambience is minimal/casual. read more

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We were waiting in line for 10 minutes. The noodles only offer the small kind and it wasn't as chewy as we like. The broth was okay but I wish they gave more soup. It was perfect and the meat was pretty good. Nothing special I would skip this next time. The gyoza was however pretty good. read more

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I actually never knew they changed their name from Marutama to Maruhachi but it seems like it was a recent change earlier this month. You do need to have your entire group waiting in order to be seated. The menu is still the same, and I ended up getting the tamago ramen which had the same great Marutama taste! With it being winter, be careful if you're sitting too close to the door as it can be a bit chilly but it was certainly great to have a warm bowl of ramen to warm yourself up. read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Tamago ramen - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

They hands down have the best ramen broth I have had in downtown Vancouver. Chicken based broth which is rich and creamy but doesn't feel too heavy at all. Though a little surprising was not having the option to switch out the pork for chicken or tofu. I got their vegetable ramen in chicken broth w/ half noodles. Service is pretty quick though there's usually a wait outside the restaurant so be prepared when you visit. read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Vegetable ramen - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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WHEN: Thursday @1pm It was lunchtime with a bit of a wait our party of 4 (one being a baby). They take credit it card only, which is fine, I didn't carry any Canadian currency. Service was exceptional. Seeing that we had a baby, they instantly provided a baby eating set of plate, bowl, small spoon and scissors to cut the food! How awesome is that! Here's what I had to share with my nephew: TAMAGO RAMEN - $11.25 CAD Signature Bowl, with Soft boiled egg. I was quite impressed with the ramen, I really enjoyed it! I loved the amount of green onion that was in it. The broth was so rich and creamy. My baby nephew is a picky eater, and we were all so happy to see him eat so much of the ramen! This spot was my favorite to eat during my visit in Vancouver. I highly recommend Marutama Ramen. read more

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I came here with my girlfriend and some friends to try out their ramen. This was recommended to us to try in Vancouver and the ramen looks really good from the menu. Food: I went with the Tamago Ramen Mild and the broth was not salty like most ramen places that I have been to but it makes the broth taste better in a way. It did need some spice if you feel that it is too bland. The garlic crisp and the "salty sauce" is there if you feel that you need that salty taste. Me personally I like it as is because it did not taste very heavy and the noodles was cooked perfectly. My favorite part is the egg as it was perfectly marinated and the yolk was very orange color which mean it was cooked as expected and its what you would want in ramen. I did come in here very full already so I did not fully get to enjoy the ramen, but it still a really delicious overall! Service: The service here is great and the waitress was very kind to us. Overall: I will check it out again and this time with an empty stomache! read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Tamago Ramen Mild - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I'm a little confused by the hype at Marutama. The chicken broth was so bland! There was no flavor at all... the noodles and the other ingredients were fine though. I would definitely go to other spots on Robson St for ramen. read more

Maruhachi Ra-Men - Ramen Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Needed a quick bite to eat after driving up from Seattle and decided on ramen. Marutama's menu looked different enough from what we have in Seattle so we decided to try it out. The broth is chicken-based, which like other reviewers, had me wondering if it'd be as flavorful as its pork counterparts. When our bowls came out, the broth looked milky but tasted so light and the flavor was definitely there. My boyfriend and I both ordered spicy versions of the Tamago & Cha Su bowls and they were ACTUALLY spicy. I have a habit of adding chili flakes/spicy condiments as soon as I receive my food, which I did in this case. I probably could have left off the additional chili and still enjoyed it. I'm pretty sure the server refilled my water 2-3 times during the short time we were there. As far as toppings, the pork was super tender and tasty. Options are pretty simple though, which is fine with me if the broth can stand on its own. Mine came with green onions, seaweed, and a soft-boiled egg. There are some condiments on the table, one being fried garlic (yum). By the end of our meal, I was stuffed but didn't feel like I consumed a ton of grease like some the heavier broths at other restaurants. Don't get me wrong, I tend to prefer greasy/flavorful broths, but sometimes it's nice to not feel like death after a meal lol. Definitely recommend a visit! read more

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It was popular and very busy during lunch hour! Good sign! Good ramen. Not the best I have ever had but good. I like it spicier than what they offered and I like my noodles a little more chewy. Broth was ok but I always leave it. Noodles to me are IT! We also ordered the potstickers. These too were ok. I liked the crispy edges better than the inside of them. There was a line up way out the door by noon. Eat and go type of place. Your table will be right up against your neighbor too. There is a community table too so many were dining alone on their lunch break. Service was a 3. Prices were a 2. I posted 3 pics. Hubby got the ramen with the egg. He liked it. Would try another ramen place when in Van. They are so many of them! read more

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