Menya Raizo By Zakkushi

“ Authentic Japanese experience (welcome and farewell cheer). We had 2 adults, 1 child, and 1 toddler. They had utensils for kids. We ordered the cold yuzu, mazesoba, and the gyotai for ramen. Additionally, we ordered a aburi saba, cream soda drink, lychee sake, and the matcha parfait dessert. All dishes were well thought out and carefully put together. We felt the high quality care and hospitality that customers would feel in a Japanese restaurant, especially the care put into the food. Cold yuzu is light, citrus-y best for a hot day. Mazesoba had a ball of marinated minced daikon that gave a refreshing finish to each noodle slurp. Gyotai gives fish soup lovers a choice. Rich broth. Hard noodles are good for this soup. Aburi saba was a pleasant surprise. Rich Saba flavor comes through without it being overwhelming fishy. Soft texture. Both kids wolfed it down. Matcha parfaitas highlight was the daifuku-like red bean mochi. Cereal flakes paired well with matcha ice cream and mochi. This place is growing on me! ”

“ Visited several times, always good quality and good amount of food!! You can customize your own ramen, menu is easy designed to read Gyokai shoyu ramen is always my favorite, takoyaki very delicious. I like how this place calm and friendly, this is my favorite spot in town for always. Please keep maintain this good quality!! ”

“ Broth was tasty and I love the really thin noodles !! food was really quick to come out. They also have frozen ramen. ”

“ I’ve had the pleasure of trying many of the dishes at this classic Japanese restaurant — from their mains and sides to the unique beers they offer — and every single bite has been exceptional. The flavors are deep, balanced, and always beautifully prepared. Each time I visit, I leave more satisfied than the last. This place is truly worth any effort to get to. If you’re looking for authentic, incredibly delicious Japanese food, this is the spot. Highly recommended! ”

“ I ordered the Yuzu Cool Ramen — perfect for summer! I really loved the chewy noodles. If you prefer softer noodles, you might want to ask for that when ordering. The soup was amazing and truly impressive! Even though it’s made with yuzu, the salted yuzu broth didn’t taste like juice — it was refreshing and appetizing. I’ll definitely come back to try another flavour! ”

“ I often come here for their Gyokai Tonkotsu Ramen, as the thick soup base makes it an unforgettable bowl. When I finish the noodles, the rich flavour of the soup prompts me to finish the soup; this time, it’s no exception. They also did a great job on the matcha sundae. The staff is friendly, and everything is quite authentic, as if I were in Japan. ”

“ This place is a fun and lively spot with a welcoming atmosphere and seriously good food. I ordered the Hakata tonkotsu ramen, and it did not disappoint — the broth was rich and flavorful, the noodles were perfectly cooked, and the toppings were fresh and satisfying. It’s exactly the kind of meal you want when you’re craving something hot, hearty, and comforting. ”

“ It’s a classic March day in Vancouver - 5 degrees, raining, and you haven’t seen the sun all day. Now that you think about it, you haven’t seen the sun in months. Does it even exist? Or was it just a figment of your imagination, something your mind desperately conjured as it tried to claw itself out of spiraling depression? Right before your existential dread consumes you, your stomach grumbles. On such a frigid and wet day, you have a thought: “Maybe a warm, comforting meal would cheer me up. If nothing else, maybe I can escape this cold for just 30 minutes as I indulge in a tasty dinner.” As you walk down Broadway, you see it: Menya Raizo by Zakkushi. It seems to subtly glow, as if begging you to go inside - no, you tell yourself that you’re just hungry and cold, so you’re seeing things that aren’t there. Regardless, a bowl of ramen is just what your body needs. Beaten and battered by the Vancouver rains, you enter into the quaint establishment and are greeted by friendly staff who show you your seat with a smile. Immediately, your mood brightens. You open the menu and decide on the Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen - surely you can’t go wrong with the house special. After placing your order with the staff, your dish comes out after a short wait. The hot, delicious broth and the tender pork rouse you back to reality. Yes, the sun does shine! Yes, the rains will stop! Yes, Peter Griffin is in fortnite! You quickly slurp down the rest of your broth, eager to get back outside and take life by the horns. Indeed, the warm meal did cheer you up. In fact, it permanently changed you - life is a gift, as this cromulent bowl of ramen has shown. Why spend it in sadness? This meal invigorated your soul, and you can’t wait to return home so you can do the Apple dance as Peter Griffin in fortnite. 10/10 would recommend. ”