Ryus Noodle Bar is my current go-to for ramen in Toronto. Before the fire, Ryus didn't really stand out too much, except with their vegetarian potage. However, I did hear a lot of raving reviews about Ryus after they opened up next to Broadview Station. Ryus 2.0 (what I see it as) didn't disappoint! Their newly revamped chicken broth is so drool-worthy I went three times in two weeks!
There are two lines for the chicken broth items: the regular shio and shoyu ramen and their Nostalgic counterparts. The staff first recommended me to try the Nostalgic ramen, but my bf and I preferred the regular shoyu ramen. Both were flavourful, but the shoyu ramen just had an extra level of depth to it that makes it so memorable.
TL;DR conclusions....
Pros:
- new chicken broth is out of this world!
- you can use points from your old Ryus stamp cards
- Servers are friendly
- right in front of the TTC station
- check out their social media for special add-ons
- their potage is a unique vegetarian ramen (thick and creamy)
- portions aren't too small
Cons:
- not as easy to get to as their old location since it's out of the downtown core
- best for small parties of 4 and under, with 2 and under as the ideal
I still have a few other ramen vendors to try out, but currently Ryus is my HG and I'll be stopping by at least once a month!