Quick Answer
Ramen Isshin at 5193 Yonge St is the best overall ramen in North York — voted "most consistent in the GTA" on Reddit and beloved for its Red Miso and interactive black sesame tsukemen. For the most unique bowl, Konjiki Ramen at 5051 Yonge St holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its signature clam broth. For the buzziest new spot, Kajiken at 4850 Yonge St is the first Canadian outpost of a Michelin-recognized Japanese chain, serving soupless aburasoba since late 2025.
The 7 Best Ramen Spots in North York
Ranked by food quality, consistency, value, and buzz. All details verified February 2026.
Best Overall
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Ramen Isshin
5193 Yonge St, North York (Yonge & Finch corridor)
$16 – $22 per bowl
Red Miso
Tan Tan
Tsukemen
What to Order
The Red Miso Ramen is a masterclass in balance — deep, complex fermented soybean broth with springy noodles and a tender chashu slab. The Black Sesame Tan Tan comes with a mortar and pestle so you grind your own sesame tableside. The Tsukemen (dipping ramen) is cold noodles dunked in a hot, rich concentrate broth — a textural contrast that regulars return for weekly.
Reddit r/FoodToronto voted Ramen Isshin "Most consistent ramen in the GTA" in a January 2026 thread. The mortar-and-pestle sesame grinding is the most shared detail in Instagram reviews.
Michelin Bib Gourmand
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Konjiki Ramen
5051 Yonge St, North York (North York Centre)
$18.50 – $38 per bowl
Clam Shoyu
Wagyu
Lobster Gyoza
What to Order
The Signature Clam Intense Shoyu is Konjiki's crown jewel — a clear, deeply umami clam-and-soy broth that's unlike anything else on the strip. The Premium Wagyu Ramen ($38) is a splurge-worthy upgrade. The Lobster Gyoza are worth adding to any order.
4.4 stars on Google Maps with 2,983 reviews and a "Busy" badge most evenings. Featured in 1,200+ XiaoHongShu "Must-eat North York" guides (1.2K+ saves). Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition for the Canadian location.
Hottest New Opening
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Kajiken
4850 Yonge St, North York (Yonge & Sheppard)
$16 – $24 per bowl
Aburasoba
Soupless
Wagyu Roast Beef
What to Order
The Homura Aburasoba is the must-order — handmade noodles tossed tableside in a concentrated tare sauce, topped with chashu and a soft egg. The Wagyu Roast Beef Aburasoba ($22) is the premium version. Add Karaage chicken on the side. Arrive when the doors open to avoid 45-minute lines.
First Canadian location of a Michelin-recognized Japanese chain. DailyHive: "Michelin-approved noodle chain opening first Canadian location in North York." TikTok @torontofoodie "First soupless ramen in NY" hit 85K views. Opening promo offered 100 free bowls — social frenzy followed.
Best Tori Paitan
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Midori Ramen
5313 Yonge St, North York (Yonge & Finch)
$20 – $28 per bowl
Tori Paitan
Truffle
Chicken Broth
What to Order
The Signature Tori Paitan is North York's best chicken-based ramen — pale, frothy, and intensely rich without the heaviness of pork bone. The Truffle Ramen adds a fragrant earthiness. Don't leave without trying the Purple Yam Fries — a cult favourite side that shows up constantly in social posts.
4.7 stars on Google Maps (1,000+ reviews), the highest rating in this guide. Reddit r/FoodToronto (Jan 2026): "Midori Ramen... found our new spot after Touhenboku closed" — 79 upvotes, 45+ comments praising the creamy paitan. XiaoHongShu posts highlighting the "creamy aesthetic" — 500+ likes.
Best Everyday Ramen
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Sansotei Ramen
CF Fairview Mall, 1800 Sheppard Ave E, North York
$15 – $19 per bowl
Tonkotsu Black
Tomato
Spicy Tan Tan
What to Order
The Tonkotsu Black — rich pork bone broth elevated with a swirl of black garlic oil — is the most consistently excellent bowl in this guide. The Tomato Ramen is a tangy wildcard that converts skeptics. The Spicy Tan Tan delivers a properly numbing heat for spice lovers.
4.5 stars on Google Maps (1,500+ reviews). Featured in "Best Mall Food" roundups on Reddit (February 2026). The most reliable bowl for shoppers already at Fairview — no special trip needed.
Hidden Gem
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Menya Hokutow
5 Northtown Way, North York Centre
$16 – $20 per bowl
Shoyu
Clear Chicken
Gyoza
What to Order
The Shoyu Ramen here is the area's most underrated bowl — clear, golden broth with exceptional noodle quality and a precise seasoning balance. The Clear Chicken Broth is the lighter alternative. Add the Gyoza — they're house-made and consistently praised in reviews.
4.6 stars on Google Maps — the second-highest rating in this guide, yet almost no social media presence. This is the definition of a hidden gem: low hype, high quality, and no wait. Local regulars guard this spot jealously.
Best Budget Bowl
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Kenzo Ramen
4860 Yonge St, North York (Yonge & Sheppard)
$13 – $17 per bowl
King of Kings
Spicy Charsu
Netsu Ramen
What to Order
The King of Kings Ramen is the signature — a generous bowl that punches above its $13 price point. The Spicy Charsu Ramen has a satisfying heat level. For something unusual, the Netsu Ramen is their house specialty. No frills, no wait, consistent quality.
4.1 stars on Google Maps. Popular with students from nearby condos and office workers on lunch breaks. The only bowl on Yonge Street under $15 that doesn't feel like a compromise.
What's Trending in North York Ramen Right Now
Openings, shifts in style, and what the GTA food community is talking about. Verified February 2026.
Biggest Buzz
Kajiken's Aburasoba Is Rewriting the Playbook
North York has never had a dedicated soupless ramen shop until Kajiken opened in late 2025. The "no broth" format — noodles tossed in rich tare with toppings — is now the most-discussed opening on TikTok and XiaoHongShu. Expect 30–45 minute queues at peak lunch hours.
New Opening
Kinton Ramen Opened in Markham (Feb 15, 2026)
Kinton Ramen opened its Markville Mall location on February 15, 2026 with a 50% off grand opening promo. While technically Markham, it's a short drive from North York's Steeles boundary and relevant for residents near Yonge & Steeles. Retail Insider noted high social share counts on the announcement.
Local Tip
The "Tori Paitan" Shift: Chicken Broth Is Having a Moment
A Reddit thread from January 2026 noted that North York diners are increasingly moving from heavy tonkotsu to lighter chicken-based (Tori Paitan) broths. Midori Ramen is the primary beneficiary, with its 4.7-star rating reflecting this shift. Ikkousha Ramen's chicken broth is also drawing attention on XiaoHongShu.
Konjiki Watch
Konjiki Stays the "Gold Standard" Despite New Competition
Despite Kajiken's hype and Midori's stellar ratings, Konjiki Ramen continues to appear at the top of every "Best of 2026" discussion on Reddit r/FoodToronto. Its clam broth is genuinely unlike anything else in the area — and the Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition means it draws visitors from across the GTA.
The Yonge St Ramen Row Crawl
Three stops on one afternoon, all on TTC Line 1. The route runs south to north from Sheppard to Finch — budget 3 to 4 hours and order half portions to make it through all three. This is not a challenge, it's a tasting.
Transit: Start at Sheppard-Yonge Station (Line 1). Walk north. All stops are within 15 minutes on foot. End near Finch Station.
Timing tip: Start at 11:30 AM on a weekday to beat the lunch rush at Kajiken. By the time you reach Midori, the lunchtime crowd at Finch has thinned.
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Kajiken — 4850 Yonge St
Start with the soupless experience. Order a small Homura Aburasoba. The handmade noodles and tare sauce are completely different from what comes next — this is the contrast course. Arrive by 11:30 AM to beat the queue. Budget: $18.
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Konjiki Ramen — 5051 Yonge St
Walk 3 minutes north. Order a half-portion of the Signature Clam Mild Shio if available, or the standard bowl. The clear, light broth is the perfect palate contrast after the rich aburasoba. This is the Michelin bowl. Budget: $20.
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Midori Ramen — 5313 Yonge St
Walk 5 minutes further north toward Finch. Finish with the Tori Paitan — creamy, rich, and completely different again from the two bowls you've already had. Order the Purple Yam Fries to share. Budget: $24.
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Optional: Dessert Near Finch Station
End the crawl at Daan Go Cake Lab or Sugar Marmalade near Finch for a matcha dessert or durian sago to cut through the umami. Both are steps from Finch Station, making the TTC ride home easy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ramen in North York
Where is the best ramen in North York?
Ramen Isshin at 5193 Yonge St is the best overall ramen in North York, voted "Most consistent ramen in the GTA" on Reddit r/FoodToronto in January 2026. Their Red Miso Ramen ($16–$22) and interactive black sesame tan tan are unmatched. For a Michelin-recognized bowl, Konjiki Ramen at 5051 Yonge St is the top pick for its signature clam broth.
What ramen spots are near Yonge and Sheppard?
The Yonge Street corridor from Sheppard to Finch is North York's "Ramen Row." Kajiken (4850 Yonge St) and Kenzo Ramen (4860 Yonge St) are closest to Sheppard-Yonge Station. Konjiki Ramen (5051 Yonge St) is a 5-minute walk north. All are easily walkable from North York Centre subway station on TTC Line 1.
What is Kajiken and what is aburasoba?
Kajiken at 4850 Yonge St is the first Canadian location of a Michelin-recognized Japanese noodle chain, which opened in late 2025. It specializes in aburasoba — soupless ramen where handmade noodles are tossed in a rich tare sauce with toppings instead of swimming in broth. Their Homura Aburasoba ($16–$24) went viral with 85,000+ TikTok views.
What is the best tonkotsu ramen in North York?
Sansotei Ramen at CF Fairview Mall has the best tonkotsu ramen in North York — a 4.5-star Google rating with 1,500+ reviews. Their Tonkotsu Black (rich pork bone broth with black garlic oil) is the standout, priced at $15–$19. It's the most reliable everyday bowl in this guide.
What is Midori Ramen known for?
Midori Ramen at 5313 Yonge St is North York's leader in Tori Paitan (creamy chicken broth) ramen. Their Signature Tori Paitan ($20–$28) earns a 4.7-star Google rating (1,000+ reviews) — the highest in this guide. The Purple Yam Fries are a cult favourite. Reddit r/FoodToronto called it their "new spot" in January 2026 with 79 upvotes.
What is the cheapest ramen in North York?
Kenzo Ramen at 4860 Yonge St offers the most budget-friendly ramen on the strip, with bowls starting at $13–$17. Their King of Kings Ramen and Spicy Charsu are solid, consistent bowls. Sansotei Ramen at CF Fairview Mall starts at $15 for quality that punches well above the price.
Is there a ramen restaurant near Yonge and Finch in North York?
Yes — Midori Ramen at 5313 Yonge St is the closest ramen restaurant to Yonge & Finch, about a 5-minute walk south of Finch Station on TTC Line 1. Ramen Isshin at 5193 Yonge St is also in the Yonge-Finch corridor. Both are accessible from Finch Station.
