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With multiple locations in Japan (Hokkaido and Tokyo), Ramen Taka has opened its first international location in Vancouver – which is quite fitting given the absolute love we have here for Japanese cuisine.

Making their own noodles and using soup that is clear rather than cloudy is a nod to the style of ramen from where the founder originates from. While the menu has all the staples of ramen (shoyu, shio, miso and kara) – they have other flavors that are seasonal that mix up the traditional set for delicious highlights of the season.

There’s the big Giga Dragon challenge you could take. It’s five times the size of a regular bowl and you get to choose what kind of ramen you get – the biggest in Vancouver!

I’m a big fan of Dipping Dragon Tsuke-men. Not many places here that offer it. The soup broth is pork bone with seaweed and green onions.

The bowl with the noodles includes half an egg, bamboo shoots, chicken and black mushroom.

The portion size is good and quite filling. The noodles have a nice snap to them, so they’re perfectly cooked. The soft-boiled egg isn’t too heavily marinated so it’s very mild in flavor.

The broth is not too heavy and not too salty. It’s perfect for the summer weather or if you’re wanting something lighter to eat.

The Dragon’s Wing Gyoza are nice and crispy on the outside and piping hot on the inside, a great way to start the meal.

They have other types of sides including chashu bowls, fried chicken, Japanese omelette and edamame.

I’d love to come back and try their Truffle Dragon and Shrimpy Dragon bowls – and I will definitely be back to try them for sure!

Ramen Taka

841 Bidwell Street, Vancouver, BC

Food: 4

Service: 4

Value: 3.5

Ambiance: 4

OVERALL: 4

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