. "2017-04-08T00:00:00"^^ . "4"^^ . "3"^^ . . "0"^^ . "Ramen Raijin has relocated to 24 Wellesley West, hidden in a small residential street at the back of the building of Rabba's convenience store. I came here on their opening weekend.\n\nThe new location has a nice open space, with communal style seating in the middle and tables around the sides. Overall it is smaller than the old location, and can now only accomodate around 40 diners. The menu has also shrunk a bit and contain only the more popular items from before, but I was assured that their summer cold ramen noodles will still make an appearance (Whew! Those were my favorite). \n\nThis location also has a mini shop selling drinks, desserts and snacks, but the shop is smaller as well. I can't help but think this little shop area would be much more useful as additional seating area, as I hardly see anyone buying anything from there. The items on sale are available elsewhere, so there really isn't any reason to be both a restaurant and a super mini convenience store at the same time.\n\nFor this visit, I ordered the Tokyo Shoyu Ramen, which my waitress said was her favourite. It is a more classic style of ramen and they do an admirable job at it. Personally, I found the broth just a tad too salty and did not finish off the soup like I usually do at my favourite ramen shop. I remember this being the case as well on their take of my favourite style of ramen - the tonkotsu style ramen, where their broth was just a tad too overwhleming. Having that said, I know that this saltiness level is perfect for others.\n\nI think Ramen Raijin can definitely improve on their pricing, as there are some pretty competitive ramen places out there that either give more generous portions of toppings, or is a dollar or two cheaper. Expect to spend just under $20 after tax and tip for a bowl of ramen with 1 or 2 additional topping (usually egg and extra meat are my go-to's)\n\nDespite being at a new location, the staff were seasoned enough both in the dining room and the kitchen such that food arrived quickly. I was also happy for them that it was packed on their opening night, so clearly they have a very dedicated following who loves what they do and offer.\n\nOverall, Ramen Raijin is a fine place for a good bowl of ramen and I would recommend it."^^ . "0"^^ . .