Reviews of Nobuya (Restaurant)

Erika Araujo

Delicious authentic ramen experience. The owner is extremely friendly and welcoming. A lovely way to spend a Sunday evening dinner !

Gianluca Rossi

Delicious and beautiful food. Be prepared to wait a long time, depending on what time you go, because much care goes into the preparation of the dishes.

Kushmin

This spot is my favorite. I go to plenty of restaurants but to this restaurant I constantly return again and again. The team is very friendly and the food they cook is so good. I never miss an opportunity to have a nice dinner in this place. Highly recommended.

Cici Zhang

Dinner

Jon B

Amazing meal with large portions. Worth the wait and the owner was very friendly. Portion sizes are generous.

Natalie Schabowicz

A quaint atmosphere coupled with the humble chef's delicious cooking, this place is a must visit for Ramen fans. The chef's tips for enjoying take-out ramen at home will add more flavor and a fresh dine-in experience to your meal!

Richard Duong

Best ramen I have ever had in Toronto!! Brought back fond memories of eating ramen every chance I could in Japan. The chef and owner was an absolute pleasure as well - we had a wonderful time talking to him about Tokyo, where is from. I would highly recommend visiting Nobuya ASAP and supporting this local gem. Make sure you eat in house rather than taking out to get the true experience, as it’s best when fresh!

Jane

The tonkatsu ramen is so great. Very authentic style with complex layer of flavours. Really recommend. The owner is a really nice guy too,was great chatting with him.

Marc Bellini

The experience here is what shone at this one man shop. After visiting a haunted house, Martino Manor some friends and I decided to look for a place with small bites to fulfill our peckishness--standing in the cold for over an hour really encouraged hunger ???? After looking on google we settled on heading to Nobuya and to our surprise it was a very cute shop. Known for their ramen (which we did not have as we had dinner previously, but we will definitely come back to try). Instead we feasted on small plates, Japanese poutine (which was not small but shareable), karage, matcha cheesecake and yatsuhashi. We got there after 9pm, at the time only one other table was occupied but it is only a 4 table shop so it is very quaint and personable. The Leafs game was on, a few Toronto team sports memorabilia donned the wall by the TV, a soccer jersey hung which gave it a bit more character ☺️... I love the idea of being able to watch sports and snack on yummy delicious snacks. It is a great place to hang out and chat with friends, maybe even a date ???? The dishes were great. We were happy, warm and full! On top of it all the chef had comr over to chat with us too, he introduced us to the yatsuhashi and we learned he has beem operating for 8 years. The name, Nobuya stands for his name and 'ya' means store. We cant wait to go back and try the ramen!

Ryan Gautama Wibowo

Outstanding ramen. Needs to be in the conversation for the best in city. Easily the most under hyped. For context I've eaten ramen in NYC, SF, and all over Toronto, but not Japan. This was likely the best I've ever had. The service is slow, as it's a true one man show; with the super kind owner taking orders, bussing tables, and making every dish with great attention to detail, all by himself. Knowing this was the case in advance, we embraced the pace and enjoyed every bite of our food. Others - more experienced - even brought cards to pass the time, knowing the wait was well worth it. If hanging around a small ramen shop isn't your thing, order takeout and wait it out at home. Either way, if you're reading reviews considering giving this place a try... Just do it.

Tyler Hnatuk

We moved to the neighborhood and was excited to try Nobuya which is 3 minutes from our house. I arrived at the restaurant with my husband and my 2 year old. After trying to order what was on the menu I was informed there was no rice available and I has two options, both weren't suitable for a two year old. We placed an order for one main and one appetizer. The man there said that was too little and we should order more. I explained that we hadn't been there before and wanted to try it. He then proceed to tell me he didn't want to serve us because we ordered too little and and my son was too busy for the restaurant. Considering he only gave us two options of food and there was no one else in the restaurant, I will never order there again.

Tiia Dodge

First time at Nobuya. It came highly recommended from my son. The food was amazing! Really amazing and authentic. Tried Japanese cider which was delicious. The owners were so nice and cared so much. Easy to miss location which is too bad because I’ve been to lots of Japanese restaurants but this was the best by far. You have to try Nobuya. Best Japanese restaurant in Toronto!

Alex Lalonde

So fresh delicious and super friendly owner/chef/waiter :))

Josiah Nguyen

I have been wanting takoyaki and okonomiyaki for ages. Was happy to find Nobuya had it in the menu! It was just as delicious as I had imagined. Nobu was a very good host and an excellent chef!! There was a bit of a wait, but the food is so amazing you will forget you waited for it. Really really excellent

Paul Kozak

I have been wanting to try Nobuya since hearing about it on the CBC some years ago. We ordered gyoza, takoyaki, and tonkotsu ramen...Everthing was delicious. As others have said, this is a one man operation. Due to Covid, we called ahead to order for pickup. It took about an hour for our order to be prepared, but it was well worth the wait. Will definitely be returning soon, hopefully when dine-in is available.

Pamela

The food was great and the owner was so kind and friendly. When he brought out my bowl of ramen you could tell it was made with love

Ibere Rodrigues

Wow the ramen and food in general here is amazing! The owner is such a cool guy as well, had a good chat with him. One thing you must know is that the food takes time to come out, and I mean it took a while. The owner tells you that up front and there's a sign that says it's worth the wait. It is. Go here if you can wait a bit to eat while conversing and having a drink. If you go starving, you will die of starvation. Not really, but keep that in mind. Location is in Mimico, but it's a nice little spot. It's a tiny place. Worth the wait for sure.

Adriana K

An amazing hidden gem! It’s a one man show, however the food is fabulous and the service is very friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back!

Amanda Ta

LOVED this place! Felt like a little slice of Japan and the ramen was amazing.

Pierre Séguin

We were lucky cause we didn’t have to wait at all. Food was good but the ramen is a bit too oily. Owner is very friendly and nice. Perhaps if he hires just one staff to help him take care of serving and cashing would be good.

Erxhan Mata

I was so excited to check this place out after hearing reviews however it was very disappointing. When we first walked in there were three tables with 4 or 5 people total, one of which already had their food. Owner comes out saying it’s too busy for anyone else. Then we say we don’t mind waiting, as he’s taking our orders we wanted just a bowl of ramen each as neither of us have a large appetite and we bring our own water everywhere out of habit. He says we have to get a drink, appetizer and main each. Which for us is a huge waist because we wouldn’t even finish ramen if that’s all we got, we are just both small and so not eat much in one sitting. wanting to try We had the chicken appetizer which was extremely bland, mashed potatoes which was actually tasty, bottles of water and our ramen. The ramen was very salty but not actually any flavour in the broth at all and the noodles were just your standard dried ramen noodle. When you have a 1-2 hour wait during a slow time, I expected fresh noodles at least.

Peggy Lo

Always friendly and courteous! Love this place

Raegan Mary

One man show - restaurant. Food taste good.

Mark Frias

Great food, and friendly chef!

Kevin De Leon

Fantastic food Great chef. Call ahead or check social media for hours as this restaurant is run by a single person from cooking to serving to cleaning up, so hours are variable. You won’t be disappointed

Theresa Hoang

Got the Tonkotsu Ramen. Absolutely worth the wait and worth the price. The Owner puts a lot of passion into his food and service as he runs the restaurant by himself.

Jessica Williams

Very endearing restaurant. The owner does everything himself, a one man show but the dedication to great service is unmatched. Very welcoming and very friendly, like a neighbour or family in an unpretentious atmosphere. There is a wait for food because it is literally 1 person doing everything, but with more support I'm sure that will change in the future with additional staff! The ramen is a great choice. The broth is very rich but light and creamy.

Zoe S

Fantastic food. Nobu is so dedicated to the food he makes. He does everything himself. Very impressive and much respect. It can be a bit of a wait but it is worth it! Food is excellent, portions are very good. I recommend eating in so that you enjoy it while it is hot.

Clayton Adekoya

From the moment I walked in, Nobu (owner) shook my hand and advised of the possible long wait. I appreciated the acknowledgment and decided to order anyway... It was well worth the wait. Amazing chef, prices, presentation and food... Love the handwritten menu... ????...

April Gardeazabal

Great ramen. Unfortunately the menu availability was pretty narrow when we came by. No tuna or pork available, just chicken and donburi was a 45 min wait.

Ron So

Hands down the best ramen I’ve ever had… and I’ve had a lot of ramen. Relaxed atmosphere and such a friendly host & chef as well. Everything tastes homemade and so good! Got the ramen, okonomiyaki and takoyaki.

Andriy Perepolkin

What a wonderful eating experience. For one man to be able to create such delicious food and so quickly is truly a amazing. 2 of us came In for ramen and some appetizers. Food did not take long at all to come out. The owner is extremely friendly and passionate about his skill. Highly recommend this place.. it's quite popular so it dose get busy, It would not hurt to call to see if there is a wait

Sajeel Iqbal

Dine in

Kim Ta

Nice place and traditional Japanese food. Very delicious I can come back again and again ????????????

BHerlin

Hidden gem! Very much worth the wait, everything was DELICIOUS! The owner is a one-man show and really cares about the service and quality of food and it shows. Best ramen I have ever tried! We also loved the fried chicken app, a MUST-TRY! I will be back to try more on the menu!

Jay Tucker

One of the best Japanese restaurants I have been to. Nobu (owner) is so friendly and kind. It definitely worth your time for the food. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES!!!!!!!!!!

Aisuchuu

Nice place. Referred to us by a friend. Certainly doesn't look like a restaurant but the owner makes you feel like home. Food was a bit on the pricey side compared to other Ramen restaurants. The food took a little long to get to us but we walked in as soon as he opened & there was 5 of us so understandable. Can't knock this guys effort. He was a very nice man who treated us with respect & served us a nice meal. Hope to go back soon!

Fiona Jeeva

Small cozy restaurant, with a compact menu. Food is very tasty, ramen has a rich broth. Owner cares about his food-craft and the enjoyment of his patrons!

Y O

The food here is some of the best Japanese food in the city. The takoyaki is pillowy soft and melt in your mouth. So good!! The place is run by one man who is a chef here from Japan, you can tell he puts his whole heart in the operation. When you enter the restaurant he treats you like a close friend. A gem in the city, everybody should try at least once.

Salvador Leach

Love this little neighborhood gem. Now be prepared to spend some time there, the chef prepares everything from scratch. But it is definitely worth the wait

UnderwaterMaiden

Glad to finally have tried this place after hearing nothing but good things, and sure enough, everyone was right - the one man show is the real deal. We ordered the okonomiyaki, the gyoza, and the ramen. There was so much detail in everything Nobu-san made. The okonomiyaki was served with two perfectly runny eggs on top of a bed of udon, with all the fixins. The gyoza’s dipping sauce had chopped garlic within it!!!! That broth in the ramen...holy moly. With all that detail though, yes, there is a wait, but call ahead and you’re good to go. 1000000% recommend!

Haohua Li

Found this Japanese spot in Etobicoke. Not a chain. One man show. The food is incredible. Highly recommend.

Richard Sanasie

Wonderful food and service! Authentic Japanese food in a quaint neighborhood restaurant. Did not wait long for our meal despite other reviews saying we would. Highly recommend. We will be back!

Emily Tanandar

The best ramen I ever had. Period. The appetizers were perfect, and the owner was very down to earth.

Alyssa Unrau

Great food and friendly service from this one man show. Loved the seafood pancake as well as the ramen. Will definitely be back. Yes there is a wait if it is busy but totally worth it!

Andrea Veliz

I was curious about nobuya for the longest time and I decided to come in and I wasn't disappointed. Great food and more importantly the owner was the best person i had ever met and that make me want to come back! No free water but the drink he has are amazing

mike williams

This is one of the best Japanese restaurants I've been to. The owner is incredibly nice and very friendly. The food is phenomenal!! We had the karaage chicken, gyoza , chicken katsudon and Tokyo ramen. I recommend them all. I will most definitely be back soon. Call before going to make sure it is open.

Mario Rojas

Ordered the spicy miso ramen and takoyaki . Crispiest and tastiest takoyaki in GTA. Spicy miso soup was flavourful without too much salt. I look forward coming back!

Julien Pilet

The overall experience was great. The chef was attentive and put a lot of care to his dishes. He serves and cooks the food himself on the weekdays. I especially liked the Takoyaki. The place looks very eccentric in a good way. It is clean and the atmosphere was great.

Jason Xiao-Lin

Really amazing food. I'm so happy to have found this legit Japanese restaurant. The takoyaki was sooooo good! I would recommend, and it's worth the wait :)

Chantelle Arnaiz

Wow! The takoyaki and Kara age were the best I’ve had in Toronto. Tonkotsu Ramen was delicious with complexity and nice layers of flavours. Very fast and super friendly. The building is so nice too. Very lovely spot to not rush too if you feel like taking your time. Parking is behind the restaurant.

Miguel Reyles

Good if you want authentic style Japanese food and dont't mind waiting an hour or so.

Adel Haddad

I had the gyoza and also the ramen which was good for the area. The staff was very friendly and they have an assortment of interesting Japanese sodas (ex: Melon cream soda) and treats.

T J

Amazing food especially the Takoyaki!! (Arguably the best Takoyaki in the GTA IMHO) The owner is super nice too!! If you're thinking about eating some quality Japanese food then Nobuya definitely won't disappoint!

Julia Raftery

The atmosphere is warm and friendly and the chef/owner is one of the friendliest and charismatic people that will ever serve you. The karaage was delicious and the portion was huge. The ramen was flavourful and rich. Much more than you would get at a ramen chain. Will definitely visit again.

em mi

Gotta go here for the Ramen and Takoyaki, very tasty!

Alison Drainie

First time to try this place and it didn't disappoint. Felt we came back to one of the small ramen places in Japan, with a taste of Toronto. Takoyaki was amazing as our appetizer. Shio Ramen and Karage and Chips weren't bad either. Decent Japanese place, friendly owner, good food. Although parking is free, it's just not so busy around the area to notice the place. We'll surely drag along our friends so they can try it themselves. Arigatōgozaimashita, Adi.

Colonicname094

Service

Zeesy Powers

Ramen is really good!

Thu Tra Tran

Delicious food and great service. I will definitely be back

Peter Arth

I would highly recommend this to restaurant. The food tasted authentic, like home cooking. The gentleman who was working was friend, helpful, and great speed on the job. The prices are great, you truely get the right bang for your dollar. Hopefully I'll get to experience the dine-in after these events of today.

Mylan Nguyen

The store owner is very passionate and friendly to talk to. His pork ramen was amazing, which I recommend everyone try!

Stefanie Aube

The food is definitely worth the wait. Come with a good book, good conversation and patience.....you won't regret it. It's a one man show but the owner/chef takes great pride in his food and makes sure that you're enjoying yourself.

Joy Wong

Nobuya's ramen shop is a Mimico gem! I had the tonkotsu ramen and my girlfriend had the miso ramen. We also ordered the chicken karaage. The tonkotsu broth is definitely among some of the best I have had and the chicken karaage was out of this world. I am happy I stumbled upon this place and will be back for more!

Andrea Franklin

Worth the wait! ???? 1 serving of their ramen can actually serve 2 people ????

Joanna Carson

As someone who misses Japanese food after living there for a year, this place really hits home! One-man operation where he does everything from taking orders to cooking to packaging it all up. Very nice man who cooks some killer food. The Ramen and Takoyaki were my favourites but everything was great. He even makes a killer matcha cheesecake! Wow! I highly recommend checking out Nobuya! The hours of operation can be hard to follow but they post it on their Instagram as well. I can't wait to come back and dine in the restaurant when covid is over. ありがとうございましたのぶやさん ごちそうさまでした!

Susie Jing

Amazing

C k

Extremely friendly service!! ???? The broth is seasoned just right and I love it ????

Jade Trinh

Best Japanese restaurant! The owner was super nice and friendly. I ordered Ramens and Okonomiyaki and the food was top tier Japanese food in Toronto. Ramen has best broth and ramen was better than the ramen that I tried from Japan! I even forgot to take pictures of ramens because it was too good to try. I would definitely recommend this place!

Sangyoun Han

The owner creates an a warm and friendly environment. This is the best ramen in the city, and makes you question all other ramen spots. The quality is the most authentic that we’ve ever had.

Dave Nguyen

Delicious snack food, very filling. Sports vibe, perfect for watching a game.

Trev 2G

It's a small authentic Japanese restaurant. The chef shows you a lot of attention and the food tastes great. Definitely worth the visit!

Dick Fairthorne

One man operation, worth the wait! Nobu took the time to chat with us and the ramen was flavourful and authentic.

Megan Foote

Honestly one of the best meals I've had in a very long time. As it says on the sign, It's incredibly worth the wait. Nobu, the cook, waiter, and cashier was and is a delight. I'm definitely coming back the next time I'm in Toronto.

Olivier Herlin

Food is delicious!!! But not only this... Nabuya offers an amazing and friendly service plus great atmosphere:)

Peter Chen

Amazing, authentic food. The ramen is the best I've ever had.

Alex Ramos

The food was great! Very authentic food, everyone should try Japanese poutine, a good twist on the Canadian staple. The spicy miso ramen was great as well, the soup base was very flavourful that we took it home. The owner was so friendly and kind to talk to, it was very nice to get to know him! I would definitely come back to try the okonomiyaki!

Taylor Corbett

Great authenthic ramen!

Jony J

Best Ramen in the city! Must try

Ejixa Ejixovna

Take out

Nasir Butt

My partner and I came here for the first time and both agreed that it's the best Ramen and karaage chicken we've ever had! The Takoyaki balls were delicious as well. You can taste the love in every bite. This restaurant is a one-man show - the owner is the cook, the server, the hostess, etc., so it does take time for the food to arrive, but 100% worth the wait! Regardless of how busy the owner is, he makes an effort to speak to you and makes sure you have a good time. He is incredibly humble and sweet! If you come here, plan to stay for a while, have a good time, and come hungry! Ps. The original Japanese soda is worth trying.

Samantha Chan

Me and my family went to this establishment and we were greeted poorly. The guy working there told us that we had to order one main dish each customer (we were two adults and one child) and appetizer wich was ridiculous and over priced. He had no patience and he asked what we wanted to order when clearly we haven't seen the menu. I hope this review helps some people looking for authentic Japanese food and good costumer service

Pooja Patel

Hidden gem in etobicoke! My wife and I have had a hankering for delicious ramen. We visited Nobuya and were not disappointed. We were greeted by the owner who is very friendly. He really makes you feel at home. We started with the Octopus Balls and they were incredibly delicious! Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. We then tried 2 types of Ramen. I had the Spicy Miso ramen and it was SO good. Nice and spicy. Highly recommend everyone to check out Nobuya!

Leo Macias

Incredible bowl of Ramen, best I've ever had. Wait times may be a bit long but the end result is more than worth it. Very energetic and entertaining chef !

Daniel Bear

THE WAIT IS WORTH IT!!!! It’s beyond comparable!!! Once you taste the ramen , you won’t even remember how long you waited. The owner is one of the hardest working people I’ve met. Not only does he treat you as a guest, but treats you as a friend. Would highly recommend to try!

Adam Drumonde

Pretty impressive that one chef can roll out so many tasty, high quality dishes and still be super friendly! We enjoyed every dish and the unique experience. Worth checking out if you are ok to wait a bit

A V

I called in ahead to reserve for birthday celebration with a group of 6 persons. Even though it was just the owner workingwith a fairly big group of orders, he welcomed us very warmly and allowed us to come as a group of 6 and made our orders in a timely fashion to the best of his ability. He did let us know ahead of time wait times might be long. Very great customer service, asking whether or not we liked the food, and being compassionate enough to allow us to eat our birthday cake we bought from outside in the store as well. The broth is one of the best we've tasted, alongside with the appetizers we ordered. It is quite busy for a family local business so expect to wait a bit longer for your food. However don't let this discourage you since it is well worth the wait and the warm + friendly experience you receive. Note once again it is just one person working (as of now that I write this) and managing everything (payments, cooking, customer service, phones, etc...) so please be mindful and courteous that the owner is doing his best to create only the best experience for you, and my group definitely saw the passion he had for his restaurant. I highly recommend this over any chain ramen restaurants, and it was our first time here despite after many attempts of trying to come here but due to it being so busy and far from us (40 minute drive). The best experience yet.

Sakuya Bhotia

Delicious and excellent service! Prepared with attention to detail and so much flavour! Can't wait to try the rest of the menu!

Shannon Sweeney

The fiance and I was craving ramen for dinner. The sad news was our usual place was close for Sunday's. So we search and found this restaurant. The place seemed busy, but the gentleman still did a great job. The food tasted super great, and very filling. Price is absolutely right. The unfortunate events of today(covid-19), we couldn't experience the dining in the restaurant, we highly recommend this place.

Camilo Diez (camcamdiez)

My friends and I decided to come here for dinner after spending the afternoon having a lakeside lunch picnic. It's a small shop but very cute and the gentleman running the place is very sweet. I believe he was working alone but he did a great job at making sure my friends and I along with a few other diners were well taken care of. The food was tasty and good portion sizes. Ask him what desserts he has that day, when I went he had matcha cheesecake and doroyaki which is like a filled pancake! We enjoyed our time here and it's a great spot to dine at if you're in the area.

Alex Oster

The food is absolutely amazing! And the owner is such a lovely man:) Will definitely come back!

Chris Menezes

Finally had a chance to check this place out. I always see Nobuya on my way to work but never had the chance (or time) to visit until today! The owner was nice and welcoming and the place is very cute! Because he is working alone, it does take a bit of time to get your food but as many has already stated...it is worth the wait! I ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen for myself and my family and my gosh the broth was really rich in flavor and the amount of toppings he gives you is worth the money! Many ramen places I've been to gives you like two or three small pieces of meat with some other basic toppings but this place really covers your ramen with toppings! Even my mom who is a bit picky enjoyed the ramen! I can't wait to go back and try his other menus! Support small independent restaurants if you can!

SouleaterOnyx

So happy to have found this place and it's close to my work. The food is fresh and amazing. The Takoyaki is delicious and the ramen is rich in taste. From the minute we walked in, the owner was polite, funny and easy to speak to. It's a one man show and he bring the taste of Japan to Toronto. It's definitely"Worth the wait!"

Mirko

Best ramen in Toronto I always go back to eat!

Nikita Nevaulin

AMAZING RAMEN!!! The chef knows what he is doing and it’s much better than a lot of the other typical ramen spots in Toronto. The broth tastes perfect, he doesn’t cheap out on the meat, and the toppings are fresh. Great customer service - I will recommend to my friends and be back! :)

Rachael Stolberg

One man shop indeed. It is quite the experience, definitely worth the wait. I’ve never met someone so passionate about the food they make. Best Japanese food I’ve ever had. Highly recommend this place- call before you go though to make sure it’s not too busy.

Petro Gorobchenko

Absolutely delicious food! It was our first time checking out the restaurant so we didn't know what to expect but we were blown away. All of the food was delicious and flavorful. The owner was very nice and friendly.

Andrew Cook

The Best Ramen i ever tried! The owner is super friendly and welcoming!

Katrina Lovrick

Our favourite Raman place EVER! We’ve gone to Aji -San Kinton, Santosei, Momofuku and more but Nobuya is always our favourite spot to go when it comes to raman. Nobu has a passion making his food and can taste it with every bite. Always worth the wait!

Kerisha

Fantastic local Japanese cuisine. The man is super dedicated to his service and his quality of food. The ramen was amazing, very filling and full of favour. Would definitely come back and recommend to anyone. Keep in mind that food preparation might take some time.

Candice Wilkinson

Great food and amazing service (Owner: Nobu) If you're looking for authentic Japanese food, you're at the right place!

Lé Dongday

Amazing place! The owner is very passionate about cooking and goes the extra mile to ensure you enjoy. We had a few different dishes and will go back for sure with family and friends. The food is cooked perfectly with great flavour and the experience is like no other. There needs to be more restaurants like this

Hymen Chu

First time at Nobuya tonight and we will be back for sure. Takoyaki were amazing—made fresh to order and perfectly soft inside and crispy outside. Okonomiyaki and tuna donburi were down-home delicious. Very comforting food. All done by Nobu himself, who is incredibly kind and welcoming. Highly recommend supporting this local business :) thank you!

Edwin Wills

I’ve been to Nobuya twice, and it’s been the best experience I’ve ever had with Japanese food. Nothing but good things to say about the food and the owner.

Sat C

My friend and I were carrying a couple of tables someone tossed out through the night. We just missed our bus, and once we turned the corner, someone jumped out of nowhere and asked us if we are hungry. This is how we met the owner of Nobuya. After five minutes of chatting we got under the spell of his story and it lingered with us on our way back home. When I finally tried Nobuya’s food and experienced the service, I thought to myself that this is the place I was looking for for a long time now. While missing Europe’s cozy spots to eat and chat, I have finally found the place that has the same special energy in Toronto. I was looking for such an authentic place for a long time! Very grateful for this experience. It’s a small spot, a one man show, and the sincerity of the owner makes it worth the wait for the filling delicious meal.

Adrain Dean

Ramen was good. On the pricey, but worth the try. The owner brought the experience to the next level. Funny, talkative fellow. It's a one man show, so expect to wait a long time. I had a good time.

Steve McKegney

Wonderful hospitality by an honest and caring curator. Food was spectacular and was the best service I have had in a long long time. Well worth the GO out of the city. Check it out, you will not be disappointed. :) We even got a gift when we left !!!!

Braden Chong

What an awesome example of what an authentic small business should be like! From the moment we walked in we were greeted with nothing but welcoming smiles. The owner is a total one man show, like the happiest energizer bunny from hell! If you’re looking for some real, authentic, and genuine Japanese food and customer service. This is the place to be!

Winnie Ray

This one man operation is just an amazing concept. It's not the most timely service, but that is the biggest caveat. The food is delicious. He knows his stuff.

Vince Ye

Flavour explosion! Fantastic little ramen shop. Hospitality from the owner and chef was much appreciated and the food was very authentic. Best takoyaki I’ve had in a long time. Will definitely go back and bring friends. :)

Justin Stymest

Best Japanese food I've ever had. Nobu is awesome!

Mark David Webster

Nobuya is gem. The stock is boiled painstaking by one man, Nobuyuki, who also does the serving, prep, cooking and cleanup. He basically has the best soup in town. Flavours of chicken, pork, garlic, ginger and soy.

KristynMakes

This is now my second time coming to Nobuya and I feel myself leaving full, happy and with an experience. The owner is a one man show so you will be waiting awhile but it is absolutely worth it! He is friendly and really puts his heart and soul into his dishes. Come patient and hungry. Trust me its worth the wait!!!

Paola Poblete

Great ramen and easily the best in etobicoke, you can see how much care he puts into his food. The karaage was amazing as well and perfectly cooked. When I came, he was very busy so the food came a little slower but I guarantee you that it's worth the wait. I'm sure next time will be quick and just as delicious. He's a great guy and will easily make conversation with you. Would come again no problem.

Daryl Huang

My wife and I visited Nobuya for the first time last night. It was quite busy and waited for a long time but there is no problem as the staff explained the waiting time when we arrived. The takoyaki and Karage chicken were the best I’ve had in GTA. Tonkotsu Ramen was delicious with complexity and nice layers of flavours. The building is so nice too. Very lovely spot to not rush too if you feel like taking your time. Parking is behind the restaurant.

danny nguyen

Very friendly atmosphere. Its a one man show but the gentlemen is very friendly and really cares about giving you an honest wait time. We were quoted about an hour to receive food which was pretty accurate. We got two bowls of ramen (Shio/Spicy Miso) and gyoza. The ramen was rich in flavour and had a lot of pieces of tender pork. The gyoza was crispy on the bottom and the filling was flavoured slightly with onion. Highly recommended if you are looking for a cozy date spot or a place to catch up with friends. You’ll have a lot of time to chat and connect :)

Laura Meyers

High quality, real food. I have great respect for Nobuya as the man is doing everything on his own while maintaining great customer service and, most importantly, phenomenal Japanese dishes.

Sophie Grossman

The place to go to get Japanese food made with love and care!! Definitely ordering in advance next time!!

Colin Chau

Amazing experience. The Ramen is some of the best I've ever had. Worth the wait!!

Misheal Rafique

Owner was friendly and nice but is perhaps the worst Japanese food I’ve had. He warned us ahead of time that it would be a long wait. We ordered the karage, takoyaki and Okonomiyaki. The karage did not taste fresh and was not like we expected. Typically it is much more crispy and fried. The takoyaki is below average and the Okonomiyaki was alright. Everything tastes the same, there was the same sauce for everything. Payed 4$ for a Yogurt drink (which was my favourite thing there) and charged us 3$ for hot tea. There is no water available, you have to pay for bottled water, which at the time he had run out of. He clearly has water available as he was able to give us hot tea. Ambiance was nice and the shop was very cute. We liked how the menu and signs were both in Japanese and English. Not sure how the reviews are so good but the food definitely is not worth it.

Farhana S

Nobu is a fun guy! Came in for a late dinner on a Saturday night. The takoyaki - bigger than average and very delicious. The tonkatsu shoyu ramen had a rich broth and generous portion of pork. Overall, you can tell Nobu cares about the quality of his Japanese dishes and ensures his customers enjoy their time. Will definitely continue to eat here!

Elmurat Ahmann

Really delicious food. The owner/chef/everything is super friendly. Since he’s a one man show, the food takes a bit longer than other ramen restaurants. But it was well worth the wait!

Jean Yu

Patience is its own reward when it comes to a place like this. The setting is casual, and the spicy miso broth, along with the takoyaki, is one of the best meals I've had in a Japanese restaurant. Do expect to be waiting there for awhile, because the owner is operating a one-man show and working hard to get out fresh food to you. Think of it as a sort of family dinner. One person is cooking many different dishes for a variety of people, and it will take a wait to get the best food that they can to feed your hungry stomachs. Patience is its own reward at this restaurant, and the food is well worth the wait.

Ryan Stephenson

Great food! Best takoyaki and okanomiyaki I've had! I will be back to try more food. It's very small so come in a small group or be prepared to wait for space. It's a one man show. The owner is a nice guy, I will be back.

Eric Diep

Great food, but because the chef is the only staff, you don't get to eat together. The plates come up one at a time. The next one comes up after the previous one is done. No tap water, no tap water,no tap water.

nick

Absolutely DELICIOUS food, very clearly made with love and care. We drove halfway across the GTA just to try the ramen and we were not disappointed! Everything was made fresh, tasted amazing, and brought smiles to our faces. 100% will be back. Thank you so much!!!

F O

The food and service was amazing! First time trying out the place. It is worth the wait for food. Everything is hot and fresh. :)

James Maynard

Fantastic food. I'm tempted to give 5 stars but the service can be slower than you would think even if you came in knowing it was slow and you never really know when it's going to be open. It's one guy though and he's working hard and the food is just so good. A definite hidden gem and worth the wait.

Bromain

1 man operation with authentic japanese eats. Hours can be a bit random so make sure to call ahead. The food is worth the wait.

Angela Lee

Just had one of the best restaurant experience with Nobu San! He is so passionate about food, his customers and his restaurant. Really gotta point out the broth of the Ramen, 100% home-made tonkotsu broth without MSG, worth trying!

Brian Dayes

Wonderful place. The service is perfect, I tried ramen and it’s amazing. I would definitely recommend coming here for a dinner.

Francesco Guido

Yelled at us from inside the store and then chased us down around the corner without a mask on! He was also close enough to hit us in the arm with the menu too. Belligerent workers. On our way back he gave us the finger and .. wanted to fight ? What is this place..

Kate Cheptine

demands tips for takeout rofl

Max May

Overall experience is excellent. Great service and food. A tiny bit of sour taste for chicken is right at the spot. Ramen tastes unlike any other Japanese ramen I’ve tried before, really good. The owner is super friendly and enthusiastic. The services super personal(in the good way of course)

Samuel Abe

Yes, you need to be patient and understand this is a one man show taking orders, cooking, etc. So long as you are not in a rush you will have a wonderful meal at Nobuya. The service is incredibly warm and friendly. Food is on the more expensive end but I think it's worth it. From appetizers to ramen it is all delicious! Ramen broth is so warming and flavourful. We have been twice and will definitely be back again in the future.

Lisa Ziegler

What a great find! The best ramen I have ever had. The broth had great depth of flavour. The service is slow but the food is freshly cooked and served with pride. The owner/chef does everything himself. He is very friendly and welcoming. We will be going back to try more of the menu.

Steven Sugrim

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norieta Miranda

Had a great experience at Nobuya tonight. The food is fantastic - full of flavour and the portion sizes are quite generous. The owner is very attentive, warm and loves to chat with customers. I will certainly be coming back, and recommending the restaurant to friends and family! Thanks again for a delicious meal.

Connie Sun

The owner is amazing!!! Will take care of you and will give you a great experience. Commmmeeeeeeee!!!!

Simon Bourgeois

I was here for the first time last night. From the moment we walked in we were greeted with warm Japanese hospitality from the chef. He will make you the most authentic Japanese ramen that you have ever tasted. If you look up at the quote on the ceiling it says “it’s worth the wait” I am here to confirm that it is worth the wait for the perfect ramen! Thank you chef. See you soon. Mirko

J&D Huhtala

Recommend the okonomiyaki and japanese poutine! Very attentive owner and customer service. 10/10 would come back

Virakone Sonethasack

This is by far the best Japanese restaurant I have been to. The owner is friendly and very accommodating. He always make sure that we get our orders on time. The food itself is amazing and he made them with so much care. Great job!!!

Matthew Hum

Delicious ramen and gyoza. I’m going to go back to try the other items!

vipul aggarwal

Great food, hidden jewel in Etobicoke. Mr. NOBUYA himself is cooking and serving and he is extremely friendly. Home cooked food at it's best.

Lara Wheeler

A small corner shop in a quiet neighborhood serving authentic home-made ramen full of flavour. Visited on a Sunday evening - 2 tables outside on the patio along with some seating inside Ordered Spicy Miso Ramen and Gyoza The broth was absolutely amazing, not watery with a great balance of flavour and spice. Please be mindful that this is a one-man shop so there might be a bit of a wait BUT the quality you receive for your patience is beyond what is ordinarily served and well worth the extra time. Compliments to the owner/chef/server all-in-one for the welcoming experience, very easy to talk to and extremely passionate about what he does.

Anastasia Beaverheusen

I was sick today, and he made me this wonderful miso ramen. Whenever I call, he always gives me a good assessment on how long it'll take to make food. So I've never waited too long. The ramen was excellent. Chickens karage is always excellent and the okinomiyami is always well made. Definitely a great local spot. Just call ahead, or bring a book just in case!

Gerry Leung

Great!!

Gabriel McManus

Authentic Japanese restaurant. Small, simple, totally Japanese. We liked the owner, he is very friendly and easy to deal with. I would definitely come back.

Natalia Veronika

Had Dinner there, we tried many things on the menu, everything was delicious. It was very nice to find the ramen wasn't overly salty I would like most other places in Toronto. And the ramen bowl came with substantially more meat then I'm used to from other places. Yes this is a one man show, so you do have to be patient, but the owner is very nice to warn you of this when you sit down and takes your order. Very friendly owner, and takes time with each customer. He could easily expand and open another shop and be busy all the time.

Jacqueline Zimmer

Make sure you have an hour or two to spend here, and know that it's worth the wait. This is a one-man show! Nobu is so welcoming and wants everyone to enjoy their time in his restaurant. I had the the tonkatsu ramen - the broth was rich in flavour and the pork was tender.

Nazar Yakymenko

Had the pleasure of stopping in while in the city. The ramen and takoyaki was piping hot and delicious and the owner is super friendly! Definitely eating here again.

Jason Cantalini

I wanted to give 4.5 but there's no such option and it's closer to 5 than 4. Wonderful little spot we discovered because we were in the area and had a hankering for ramen. When we came, the owner was the only one working and he was super short staff so service time wasn't optimal but he ran around and managed admirably. He was doing everything including cooking by himself so that was impressive. The Okonomiyaki was delicious, the pancake was filled with seafood flavour and aroma and the yakisoba were tasty with a wonderful springy texture. Ramen was above average but not as good as Kinton, Sansotei or Misoya. The noodles were a tad overcooked, wish it had the same springiness as the yakisoba. The meat was lean so it wasn't soft and tender but the broth was rich and full of flavour. We would definitely come back. P.S. he's not yelling at you, he's just very loud and enthusiastic when he talks.

Julia C

I saw many of the reviews for this place after, when I was waiting. I must say that there are many positives, the gentleman who owns the place is extremely nice, very welcoming and friendly, the place is small but cozy, it works. The gentleman was very honest, he said the wait would be long, but that the food would be good, he pointed to some other patrons and said they've been waiting around 2 hours, I thought it was a figure of speech, it wasn't. We didn't have to wait that long but all in all we were there close to two hours from the time we arrived to the time we left. Our food took about an hour and 15 minutes to arrive. I would say it’s unacceptable but, he did say it would take long and we chose to stay. Having said that, he is literally a one man show, he does everything. He’s very hard working but needs to hire more staff, I think the majority of people appreciate his hard work and a reasonable wait would be acceptable, I will come back, but now I have to plan to be there for several hours and sometimes I just want to grab a quick bite. We ordered 2 Ramen, 2 Danbouri, Gyoza and Tokoyaki. A few Japanese soft drinks which were different but good, the bill was very high for what it was. The ramen was ok, the pork in the Ramen was chewy which it's not supposed to be, the broth was ok and the noodles were a little soft but ok. The kids had the Danbouri, the portions were large but I do consider this a little on the expensive side. If you factor in the wait, it's not worth it, despite that I may return considering the gentleman was nice and was extremely appreciative of the wait and thanked us for our patience. I will probably come back, just not sure when.

Jennifer Pyke

Went to Nobuya after hearing about it for some time. We had the takoyaki and ramen. It was my first time having takoyaki, I was hesitant since I don't like a lot of seafood but it was delicious! The ramen broth was very rich and tasty and the owner was very friendly.

Mida Gouveia (Mida)

We ordered one of everything and it was all delicious! The okonomiyaki and croquettes were my favourites! We went during lockdown for take out and ate nearby. The owner is so friendly and I can’t wait to visit again to have a sit down meal. Thank you!

Shaila Yuy

Nobuya is an amazing place with amazing food, and that is even an understatement. The man behind food, Nobuyuki, is unlike anyone I have met when getting food. The man puts his passion, love, heart and soul into every ingredient in every dish from the time of preparation to the moment it reaches customer hands, and in his presence you can feel exactly how he feels when giving his food. I've heard many gush over his dishes and they are truly divine and never lacking in exactly what you would want from Japanese cuisine, but it cannot be understated as well how wonderful the man behind the counter is. His food and service is definitely worth the wait.

Sohaib Syed

The food is delicious. We had 3 different apps and 3 different mains. One of my favourite Japanese restaurants in Toronto.

Brian Kim

One man doing it all has created an amazing atmosphere and dining experience. Like it says “worth the wait”. Make sure you’re not looking for a quick in and out because it won’t happen, but what you will get is a delicious meal with love and care put into every dish.

Daniel Tyrrell

Best Japanese food in all of Toronto, including downtown and North York. However the guy does all the work solo, so expect an hour wait. Amazing pick up option though :-D.

CharlieBoi CBCollects

I love it. Let me tell you why. I and my wife went to Japan last year on October for about 8 days. Since we came back, we refuse to eat Ramen again because the Ramen in Japan is so great and delicious, but it is almost 1/2 year already and we decide to find a place to give it a try again. Nobuya on our list because of the review and nearby our house. We came here at 6:30 p.m. the owner/chef told us will be a long wait before foods are coming because it is one man shows. We decide to seat down and wait and worth it. The spicy miso ramen and pork tonkotsu ramen are excellent. I believe this is one of the best ramen in my city so far I ever try. At the end, when we are leaving, the owner is sending out all the way to front door with big smile, and a free bottle water to us as well. Excellent foods, friendly service, fair price for the taste and size. The only thing you must remember when you come to this place, it is taking time for foods to come to your table so be at least couple hours for your dinning experience. Not a place if you want a quick ramen or in hurry.

Unconditional Love

Nobuya is a fantastic ramen restaurant. I had the Tokyo ramen as suggested by Nobu, and it was amazing. The broth is cooked to perfection, so savoury and aromatic. However, I think the star of the show is the pork. This was the best ramen pork I've ever had (if you're from Toronto, even better than Konjiki). It's true the wait can be a bit long, so just be prepared for that as Nobu works alone. In the end it's well worth it!

Andrew Silang

I just visited Nobuya.As you already know it is a one man show. Nobu San has perfected the art of preparing the perfect ramen.Pure delight. I have traveled extensively all over Japan and I can tell you that Nobuya outshines the ramen shops in Japan.Please be considerate when you visit and allow ample time-Nobu San is all by himself! The gyoza were perfect-soft and moist.The prices are a bit higher than in other ramen shops(17.00 and 18.00 dollars), But the products are of very good quality, The meat is more than in the other ramen shops and the size is generous,so every cent you spent is well worth it.Thank you for the great experience,I would give you 10 stars if I could! I can't wait for my next visit!

Derek Herbert

Very good food, the gentleman that runs it is on his own 90% of the time which is very hard to run a restaurant like that and he does a very good job! People around the area come back time and time again and I can see why. I stopped in Sunday night with a buddy and he said he was sorry but he just got a rush and wouldn't want us to have to wait so we went else where only to happily return the next day! The food was delicious, the service was amazing and very authentic. 10/10 will be going again!

Jack Catal

Nobu was a very gracious host, and you can tell he puts a lot of passion into his restaurant. The ramen is as good as any I've had in the city and the warabi mochi was a delightful treat - highly recommended. My one critique is that I would've preferred chewier noodles. Fully agree with the restaurant's slogan that it's worth the wait.

Michael Mak

What a great little place in the west end! Small place, expect to wait because it's run by a delightful one-man-show! Truly worth the wait though, the food is delicious, fresh and he has a great attention to detail. Very authentic!

Jaime Fok

The real-life Masutā! I had a great time dining here, the croquette appetizer was especially delicious. Made to order, right out of the deep fryer. The ramen was also great for a hearty meal with an abundance of garlic-onion-ginger aromatic flavour. The only bummer was the no-water service, but the available drink options were great.

Jaelle Benedicto

“It’s worth the wait” I ordered the Tokyo Ramen on a hot summer evening. It was a small, hole-in-the wallesque ramen shop in New Toronto. During the COVID pandemic he was only reduced to himself manning the cooking, prep, and washing of dishes for the entire shop. This would mean our meal took about 20 minutes to prepare and be served. Even with this handicap he is still able to make delicious and excellent ramen on his own. Authentic Ramen with a warm touch to it. The draw backs to it though are the small dining area, he apparently didn’t have water at the time we went there, and no AC. If you’re passing through, live in the neighbourhood, or want to try all the ramen shops, this is definitely worth the try.

Jennifer Lumsden

The service here is great! Although it does have a bit of a wait. It is definately worth it. (: The food portions are good for sharing and tasting a bit of everything but it doesn't fill you up enough to get too full for the meal.

Joanna Redmond

Amazing ramen and toyosaki! This hidden gem is a staple you need in your life! Owner and chef runs this small restaurant and does everything to perfection. He comes out personally to check on the meal and if everything is right. He makes you feel right at home, but having the most delicious meal. Note If you’re going on a weekday night call ahead to see if they are open.

Kitty S L

It's not a sushi kind of restaurant but that's the strong suit of this unique fusion of Japanese and Western style dishes. Every dish was delicious in its flavours; beautiful presentation. Service can be very slow, but the food is worth the wait. There were no booster seats or high chairs so we had to improvise with our stroller. All in all, chef Nobu's warm and friendly personality make the restaurant feel like a long time neighbourhood fixture in a small town, and you feel like a regular - even on your first coming experience! I felt like I was in Japan so much so I added an AE86 in this photo.

Alex Piotti

They are chasing for tips for take out orders. This is unacceptable and shameful.

Nav Wirach

Absolutely the BEST RAMEN IN THE CITY! Not only is Nobuya a incredible chef but also one of the most kind humans u will meet. His warm hospitality and knowledge about his Ramen will keep ur tastebuds tingling for more! The negative reviews are obviously someone who don't understand if u can't say nothing nice don't say it at all. Must be obviously bored with their life to try and ruin a mans lively hood during a pandemic posing every hour. Listen to his faithful clients and enjoy the best ramen this city has to offer! Can't wait to be back again

CHE SAMUEL

Biked here all the way from North York after hearing about it on CBC Radio. I got there a few minutes before opening on a Friday evening, and got to chat with the very friendly owner. Having recently come back from Japan, I have been disappointed with some of my regular ramen joints in Toronto, but Nobuya delivered. Takoyaki had some of the best batter consistency, and while they were served fresh off the plate, I could still taste the exquisite flavours akin to the ones I tried in Osaka. And the ramen had rich and fatty broth with plenty of toppings, with some of them very unique to Nobuya. I usually tend to stay away from Shoyu ramen, but this was hands down one of the best I had. I highly recommend that you go right at opening as it gets really busy and you get a chance to chat with the owner.

Joshua Ivan Bonilla

Excellent meal authentic Japanese would highly recommend it I will definitely return

Peter Aquilina

This is an amazing spot! Be prepared to wait. It's worth it. Homemade. Delicious. And not too salty! Definitely recommend.

Y H

The owner/chef is so nice and welcoming! Eating here was such a great experience. Food and atmosphere was amazing. I had the fried chicken, vegetable dumplings and the fish rice bowl- it was all awesome. Definitely going back.

Helder Gameiro

Great food, nice place and the service was amazing if a little slow, but worth the wait. Such a nice place, definitely coming back!

Manuel Orellana

Fantastic food! Best service I've ever had, no joke, the owner is awesome! Would recommend for everyone, you really can't go wrong with this place!

Sarah Hind-Powell

Amazing food prepared fresh for you by an awesome chef!

Ian Duke

Great restaurant with a truly genuine chef. Food was phenomenal!

Tim Bergholz

One man show, and you will wait! Yes, we waited 2 hours for our Ramen to be served. We ordered the Okonomiyaki which consist of noodles, fried eggs, seafood pancake, and a special sauce. For the Ramen, we got the Tonkotsu and the Shio. Tonkotsu has a more creamy taste, while the Shio is on the saltier side. Despite waiting for a long time, this is my top 5 Ramen joints in the city. With a joint like Nobuya, I hope that he hires a person to help him out. The place small but cozy. If you have time to kill make sure to check this place out.

Justin Trinidad

Great and very friendly owner. Appetizers is great, portion is suitable for group of 2 to 4. Ramen portion is large, lots of meat and soup is rich. Would definitely come back!

Monica Nuyens

I love Nobuya! Their takoyaki is delicious, and ramen is just awesome. The owner makes everything by himself to order and was super kind. I was surprised to find something like Nobuya in Mimico but happy my friend introduced me.

Zeeshan Shahzad

Expect a wait for your food. Very full bodied delicious broth for ramen.

Restituto Cariaso

I had the takoyaki and spicy Miso Ramen, both very delicious. The broth has so much flavour it's definitely a must! The one improvement I would suggest is using different noodles. These noodles were more spaghetti noodles vs ramen noodles. But other than that 5 stars!

Ashley Tsoi

One of the best bowls of ramen I have ever had!

Chris Hau

Great to have a proper Japanese restaurant in the west end! Food is on point, service is fast, staff incredibly friendly, what more could you ask for. Bonus: Free parking on-site.

Hoang Le

We ordered ramen and a number of appetizers - all of which were very tasty and generously portioned (especially the ramen!). I particularly enjoyed the korokke and takoyaki! The owner was also super friendly and communicated details of picking up the food well with transparency! I’ll definitely be back to try other foods :-) thank you for your kind service and delicious food!

Mike B

Food is Ok, meat isn’t fresh, but the wait time is unbelievable. I had to wait 2.5 hours for my food. Don’t come here if you don’t like waiting.

Gary Ludwig

I wish I could give 0 stars. This was the worst experience i have ever encountered with a restaurant / business owner. He owner/chef harassed and chased and pushed two women walking alone at night because they did not want to eat at his restaurant when the establishment was already 20 mins past closing. This is not the first time i have seen or heard about this happening. I saw from a distance that the police had to get involved The owner was so aggressive and violent in this entire situation. Please do not eat here for your own safety.

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Chloe MacDonald

Very much worth the wait! I’m amazed that one guy can do all of this. You can tell he really cares about the service and quality of food and it shows. Best ramen I have ever tried!

Breanne Schroder

First time coming here and I very much enjoyed the experience. This was somewhat a new type of food for me so I wasn't sure what most items on the menu were, so I told the owner/chef what I like and he brought me out a dish. The food was great and considering the owner is running it all on his own the wait was like any average restaurant, but I can see if it were a busy night it could be longer.

Tony Nguyen

We absolutely love it here! Amazing food and the owner is so, so sweet! Definitely worth the wait

Kanishka S.

Nobu is such a sweet man and you can tell he cares about his profession. This one man show isn’t a gimmick, the experience was delightful and the food was exquisite. I had the ramen, takoyaki, and gyoza—all of which were by far the most delicious versions I’ve ever had. Sadly we ate the appetizers too quickly for me to take a photo. Bring a friend, chat with the owner, and I guarantee it’s gonna be a good time.

Michael Carrillo

Awesome place and great owner! Quiet little fun place to eat, will repeat again when in the area.

Kevin Jackson

Delicious food and excellent customer service !!! You won’t be disappointed!

Karolina Podczasi

Great man and great food.

Jose Villanueva

If you go during the weekend rush (5:30-8:00 pm) be prepared for a long, long wait. Better to go after 8:00 pm or on a weekday. The food is terrific, though. The best tender, juicy, Japanese-style fried chicken and really generous portions of delicious ramen. So much pork...

Joseph Vrian Zabala

Delicious authentic Japanese food with a quirky ambience. The owner was super friendly and made us feel as if we were having dinner at his home :-) Will come back for sure!

Charles Cuela

One man owner and master of everything. We managed to come when no one was around and it was great. Small menu, but even then they catered to my fiancé's pork restriction (subbed out the pork ramen for chicken). Cozy place, as long as you go when it isn't packed. Would recommend. However note $$, and not $ as advertised (still affordable).

Zack Shurtleff

Service was amazing. Okonomoyaki was really good and portion size was enough to share with my friend. Also has the ramen and the owner gave us free noodles. Owner really cares about his customers and the food he makes. 5/5 would defitnely come again and bring some friends

alek miletic

Great for a late night meal. Nobu was really friendly. He did a great job for running the show all on his own. 11/10 would come back!

Geraldine Lacambra

AMAZING service, really clean and cozy environment, food was incredibly filling and absolutely delicious

Lily Pad

Great ramen and an awesome owner!!???? Will definitely be coming back.

Caroline Wong

Very welcoming owner! Food portions were great. Plenty to fill up on. Prices are on point for the quality and serving size. Very pleased that I was informed of the expected wait time. WILL BE RETURNING.

Meaghan Fernandes

We've passed by this place a few times and weren't sure what to expect from the outside, but it was a really pleasant surprise. The space is super comfortable and cozy, the owner is friendly and he seems to run the place on his own! The food not only looked amazing, but the taste was awesome. We got vegetable gyoza and takoyaki to start, and his house-made sauce for the gyoza was delicious and savoury. Then we picked up the chicken and pork rice plates, which were fully garnished and had these really distinct flavours that blended together to make a truly unique experience. Definitely going back soon.

Johnny Thyret

Excellent food! Nobu's authentic Japanese Ramen is top notch. Fresh fish and chips are a treat. The cosy dining environment compliments the unique and hearty menu. Great for take out and dine in. Nobu the proprietor is a great cook and all around friendly person.

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Iman Lankarany

Food is great but expect to wait. Long wait. Bring a book if staying. We hit the place at 830pm on a Saturday night. Didn’t get any food till 10pm. But we expected it before going. Worth the wait. But expect to wait and wait. One man show here. Good luck if going. Bring a book as backup.

ashley correia

This place is amazing!!! The food is good and the host is really friendly!!! Ramen tastes so rich and delicious and its one of the best ramens i have ever had. The only downside was there is a long waiting to get your order. I think because they have only one person in the kitchen!!! But it was definitely worth the wait ????

Pamela & Adam

The food was good, but the service was fantastic. The Japanese gentleman that ran the place was warm, friendly and funny. He even have us packs of instant noodles when we left. I highly recommend this place. It's kinda in a weird spot. But it's worth the drive!

Angel Covillard

The best ramen I've ever had. The atmosphere is great, the owner is truly a master of his craft, as well as the best owner of a restaurant I've ever seen, and I've never felt more welcomed. A truly authentic experience. A late night treat, too, as me and my friend walked in at around 11, and was still treated with the enthusiasm we'd expect to see in the middle of the day.

Roxana Lpz

Excellent food. I went with my fiancee on a Friday night, and we grabbed a table outside. The Chicken Karaage was juicy, tender, and delicious. Definitely stands out amongst other places I've tried. We also ordered the Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen and the Okonomiyaki, and they were excellent as well! Yes, it is a one-man show here, but he is very friendly, and is upfront about the wait times. The food is worth the wait though. A must-try and hidden gem in Etobicoke!

Andrew Kobelak

I had so much fun trying this place that has been on my list for a few years now. Its really out. If the way for me but it was worth the trip. I wanted to try this place because it is owned and managed by just one person. I wanted to try the ramen pork broth that he makes and the other items on his menu. I ordered the takoyaki, gyoza, Tonkatsu ramen and the shio ramen plus a light dessert. The takoyaki was nice and large. It was made very fluffy and delicious. The gyoza was very light yet flavorful. Both were just enough to tease your taste buds as you waited for the thick pork broth ramen. The ramen is a must try. It isn't too rich nor too clean. It was a perfect mixture of simple ingredients and textures and flavors. It cannot be compared to restaurants like Kinton or Konjiki as the broth and style is very unique on their own. This. Broth was very hearty, very dense in flavor, and very rich in taste. Thick cuts of pork complement the noodles and toppings. This style is made with mashed onions, minced garlic, ginger, seaweed prepared 3 way, and Japanese spice seasoning. Once mixed, the textures and flavors in the broth go so well with the thin ramen noodles. Personally I preferred the tonkatsu over shio as I prefer to taste the broth. But I think everything on the menu is worth trying. Will definitely visit when I'm in the area. The owner is super genuine and passionate about his food. He genuinely appreciates his customers and really shows it with a smile on his face every time.

Alex Rizhanovsky

It is kind of ridiculous. 2 hours to get 2 bowls of ramen and an appetizer. Went in at 815 pm didn’t leave til almost 1030. The food was average, I would eat it again but the price doesn’t match the quality. You can go anywhere for cheaper and faster wait time for just as good if not better quality of food. The man was nice and warm as a host but nothing that would have me come back. I would never go there with more then one other person. It would be a nightmare ordering with 3+ people. Not worth it.

Paclue

Unbelievable food! V friendly owner and everything homemade.

Samantha & Michael Bartoli

Great Ramen. Amazing chef really friendly place a must try

Hotheads Toronto

It's clear that much time and effort has gone into the preparation of food at this place. In particular, a lot attention was paid to the different broths for the ramen, which were delicious and unique from other ramen shops in the area. Noodles were a bit soft for my liking; I prefer them with a bit more bite. Overall, a good meal made memorable by the broth. However, as this is a one-person operation, expect to wait a significant amount of time during dinner; the owner juggles both front of house and the kitchen. This makes it difficult to justify regular return. Would like to see addition of staff to attract returning customers and allow the owner to grow the establishment.

Mariam Ashraf

Very quick service - and the quality of the ramen was excellent! Packed with lots of flavours - i will definitely be going back for more. The owner is incredibly friendly and personable - he made sure that throughout my dining experience I was satisfied with the quality of my food. I will be trying the appetizers next time as well, as they have come highly recommended.

Jackie Shahmurat

Best in town. I've moved away from Etobicoke but ALWAYS visit Nobuya when I can. I would mention my favourite dishes but I love literally everything on the menu. Your dishes will take a very long time to be ready as it is an entirely one man band over there but trust me, you won't regret it.

Paul Agcaoili

The chef cooks authentic Japanese cuisine and always prepares the dishes with the utmost care. The atmosphere is casual and most importantly clean. The food portions will fill you up and then some. Being a one man show with limited space it may take some time to prepare your food with the standards that the chef has in mind. However the wait is well worth it! With that in mind the chef will kindly inform you if the food will take too long to arrive at your table to not ruin your dining experience. (we can all get exceedingly grumpy the longer we wait for food) If i could rate Nobuya higher than 5 stars, i would.

Aaqil Remtulla

Ramen tastes the same as authentatic places in Japan, best ramen in GTA! Loved the chicken too!very local and owner is the best, very friendly.

Anastasia Seliverstenko

By far the best bowl I've eaten in Toronto. I came on a Sunday night just before closing. First time here. The owner welcomed me in, turned on the lights, and cooked. Extremely passionate about what he does, and it reflects in the depth of flavour in the food. I highly recommend Nobuya.

G

Excellent food. It's not "fast food" in the truest sense because the solo owner is a one-man operation and he's only got two hands. But the food is more than worth the wait and the service is genuinely friendly. Highly recommended.

Dale Boudreau

Amazing food and amazing service! Such a cool spot and the owner was super friendly and welcoming. Everything I had deserved 5 stars!

Desiree Poliah

Best authentic Japanese restaurant I've ever been to. You do get a forewarning that you'll have to wait quite a while because it is a ONE MAN SHOW. However, the patience that goes into this restaurant is worth it!

SOURABH MALIK

One of the best Japanese restaurants around. The gentleman working is really nice and friendly. The food is amazing and the Takoyaki is to die for. Would 10/10 recommend!

Roch Cyr

Great pancake and Ramen! Big portions too. Will go back again to try out other dishes.

Matthew Di Nino

This is my favourite ramen restaurant in the city. The service can be a little slow, but the food is stellar. We had the pork gyoza, takoyaki and chicken karage (get an order each of the karage, trust me, sharing an order just isn't enough because it's so delicious) to start with. We all had the tonkatsu ramen. It's meaty and satisfying. There are lots of toppings, which means every bite has something other than just noodles and soup in it. The soup base is excellent.

Nina Nagaeva

Amazing food and great, friendly service :)

Jeren Jeyakumar

Great meal here with very delicious Tokyo ramen. Thanks Nobu!

Leyla Aliyeva

Oh my God!!! The ramen was so good. Considering its take out, the presentation was amazing and the gyozo, mmmmmm! We need to support these small business people. Let's help keep them open so we can enjoy their food straight from the kitchen. This place is worth the visit!

Carolynn Bloomer

Fantastic little restaurant/takeout place in Mimico. Authentic Japanese cuisine. I had the pork ramen Tokyo style. It was an explosion of flavours that brought so much satisfaction. Will be definitely dining here again.

Bernard Yip

Food is about 3 stars. But the owner is forcing people to tip on take out showing receipts of other customers who tipped. Who does that?

stas parsov

Well worth the wait! I got to spend valuable time with my family and enjoyed the green tea especially! Food was phenomenal and was shocked at the beautiful displays Nobuya made for each dish. Friendly chef and love enjoying some downtime there away from the busy Toronto life.

Elmer Perry

Honestly, the wait isn't that bad...and the chef isn't lying when he says "it's worth the wait". My boyfriend and I spent a total of 2 hours there, which is not a crazy amount of time to spend at a restaurant seeing as this isn't a fast food concept. We ordered the gyoza and karaage, followed by the tonkotsu ramen and everything was delicious! We will be definitely be back soon!

B Saini

A really homey and nice restaurant. I went with a friend and we had the expereince of my life. The food was avsolutely amazing especially the Takoyaki's and the owner was very friendly and hospitable. I would recommend this restaurant for anyone trying to eat at a place with delicious food!!! ????????

James M

Nobuya is so kind and friendly and wanted to know how we came to hear about the restaurant. I mentioned that my friend and her half Japanese boyfriend recommended it, which excited him because he meets very few Japanese people! ???? The food and presentation was excellent. The appetizers were better than any other ramen restaurant I've been to - I've tried nearly a dozen chains/ restaurants in Toronto. I would come back from the karaage alone! Nobuya loves his onion and garlic, which was plentiful on the karaage and ramen. I would recommend coming Monday - Thursday as that is when it is less busy. Nobuya also said it is less busy after 10pm on weekends. The owner has a genuine interest in his patrons, which is part of what made it such a special experience. I hope his shop is here for a long, long time!

Anish Walia (EpisodesOfLife)

May 15 2017: After looking at a post of okonomiyaki, I googled where I could try this Japanese dish. Nobuya was luckily very close to us. We chose to go on a Monday because we noticed that it was slower as per google. We entered the cozy restaurant around 6:40pm. We were greeted with a smile from Nobu, the owner. After a conversation about how this is not your typical Japanese, I'm going to order teriyaki chicken and a california roll restaurant. We ordered the okonomiyaki with yakisoba and egg, kaarage with chips (fries), and japanese style poutine. The okonomiyaki was quite an experience. It had mayo and spicy mayo, julienned seaweed, fish flakes. It was quite savoury. The kaarage chicken was nice and crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. It kind of reminded me of Taiwanese chicken but larger and without the 5 spice. The Japanese poutine was a nice spin on the canadian poutine. No gravy but it had the spicy mayo, seaweed and other japanese condiments. It was a nice treat. It was around 7:30pm when we left and paid about $55 for two people (we also had two japanese sodas). There were 6 other people there, and one left after ordering take out in that hour. Overall, we had a great experience at Nobuya from the owner himself to the food to the ambience. I recommend going on a Monday because even Nobu himself said that it's slow on Mondays. It was just him in the restaurant, so he was the wait staff, the dish boy, and the head chef. Underneath one of the Nobuya signs it states "Worth the wait". And it really is. And for some that want to rush and get their food right away, that's not part of the experience here. The experience is to slow down our fast paced lives and enjoy what seems like Japanese comfort food.

CMDR KillaHam

What a great place! Be prepared to wait for some of the best ramen you've ever had. No liquor license, but some fun and funky Japanese pop is available.

Justin Wong

It's like straight out from the movie, like a step into the "Midnight Tokyo" restaurant. We were greeted with the enthusiastic and the warm welcome from the owner, and then head straight for the patio. The atmosphere was pretty chill and exciting, since it's an authentic Japanese restaurant. From the appetizers Takoyaki and Gyoza to the entrée, it's so "worth the wait"! The broth is completely handmade, and each bowl has its own unique taste. I still have the lingering pork broth from the Tokyo Shoyu Ramen, and the miso taste from Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen. ごちそうさまでした！また来ます！

Dmytro Basmat

Finally we were able to eat after 1 hour and 30 minutes wait for foods, everything was because they only had ONE PERSON takeover the restaurant, clearly understaffed ???? Even though the staff (owner) was very friendly, it was kind of non-sense to run a restaurant by one person. What was that??! In the end, foods were just ok! Everything we ordered has a strong ginger flavour. To come back again will be a hard decision because of the wait time. They were saying ‘Worth the wait’, in my opinion its clearly NOT! Please hire at least one more person.

Michael Pickles

What a great experience. This is not your usual ramen place, so don’t expect your food coming out quick. The lovely owner took his time and made our bowls individually with care and love, you can tell that he takes pride in what he does! What a treat this was :) We had the gyoza and tonkatsu ramen and enjoyed both very much. Please be patient as this is a one-man show!

Simon Siu

We came to Nobuya based on the good online reviews and an article in Toronto Life. The owner-chef was very friendly. We ordered and tried many items on the menu. The food was very delicious. He said he sent 10 hours to make the pork broth for the ramen! This is what I called PASSION.As a guy who loves cooking, I appreciate the heart and soul of the chef. We should all support the local restaurants.

Gagan Hira

Simply amazing ramen! The best we have ever had - and we eat ramen a lot. And Nobu is so friendly. The consummate owner. A one-man show, so don’t be in a hurry - it’s worth the wait ????????????

sylvester golas

I came on a fairly slow day with my girlfriend and she has had a lot more Japanese food than I have, she said the takoyaki was the best she's ever had and the ramen was delicious. The food was out relatively quick and the owner is a very nice guy. Overall a great place to eat

Andrei Iliescu

Nobu was an incredible host and his food is cooked to perfection!! Would highly recommend Nobuya to anyone looking for an amazing new place to eat. It really is worth the wait!

Hiroshi K

It’s my first time here and it was interesting. The only problem is... the wait time here is... a lot! Expect to spend 1:30 hour here! But the owner is awesome, and awesomely cheap! Expect to get no H2O (water) and spend money on food and drinks costing you a min of $20 per person! And the place needs extra help! Message to the owner: Cut the wait time by 85% and serve food quickly and shortly. The Owner said “I have been here for 5 years” please show you have learned to cook good food quickly within the last 5 years. In Japan, ramen takes 2 to 5 minutes to serve. This guy took 1:30 minutes!!!! Period!!!!!

Eric Canadian Gold Boy Gray

Came in at around 9pm, and was greeted and accommodated immediately, coming in you feel comfortable and wholesome. The place seems like it's family runned, and the people will do their best to talk to you and help you. a good and honest place like this won't be 100% perfect but once you leave the door you are in a good mood. Wait time can be slow but the people are honest and authentic which balances everything out. If you're just out looking for a good time with a few friends and just chill around, not picky about time I honestly, highly recommend you go here.

Michael Williams

Hidden gem! Nobuya owner is friendly and food was delicious. Ramen was on par with Kinton and Sensotei ramen places that specialize in ramen. The matcha cheesecake was delicious and a must try. I’ll check out more options next time I come! So good that I forgot to take pictures. Come support this local business!

Min Kwon

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Heather DiPalma

I went here tonight for the first time and it was fantastic! The ramen was delicious and very warming - perfect for the cold weather! The owner was incredibly sweet and nice, be sure to get an appetizer and drinks. The atmosphere was quaint. I would highly recommend this to anyone! :)

Jordan Chai

Some of the most authentically crafted food that, had someone told me that a cute little Japanese grandma made, I would believe them. The ramen broth was phenomenal and the appetizers were all delicious and crave-worthy. I would highly recommend coming on a weeknight to better enjoy the small homey environment.

Hans Screwvala

Love this man and the food he makes. Very talented and SUPER friendly. coming here as much as I can !

Dave Nael

The portions were huge, almost 2 meals in one! Good value and really good food, especially the delicious ramen!

Jon Barbin

Take out is probably not the way to go, I'm sure it is better if you eat in the store. The prices are also a bit high, and the wait is long if there it is even slightly busy. But the owner is very kind and humble.

Lia Cristiyana Hoetama

Amazing customer service. The owner has such a beautiful spirit ! The Food Is delicious made fresh ! Enjoy :)

Dmytro Vasylchenko

I finally got a chance to go here after hearing about it for some time. It surpassed all the hype and is one of my new favourite places. The chef / owner is an amazing host. A real gem.

James Mabunay

Excellent service and VERY delicious food!!! Very worth the wait!! I have been here multiple times and it is always delicious and very friendly service!

Samy Sood

Nobu took care of us while we were visiting a friend, and opened up a bit early. He’s a literal god for that. Broth wasn’t heavy but also not too light, and was substantially better what you can find in downtown Toronto. The apps are also a must try. I just might make the trip to go here again without visiting my friend.

c

Best Ramen I've had! "One man show" owner does an amazing job and offers a great meal and experience. Will definitely be back!

Ian Michaels

Best ramen I had in my life! Ichiban! The owner is really friendly, and it is worth the wait. Will come again for sure.

Matt Q

Excellent food, excellent service, that simple.

Sarah M

The food was amazing. We ordered the spicy miso broth, Japanese poutine, and tuna don. The broth was so rich in flavour and you can tell all the food was made with such heart and passion. The owner was very friendly and I would definitely come back again!

Marina M

Every single time I've come here it's been the best food experiences of my life. The food is absolutely delicious, it doesn't matter what I order. Every meal is absolutely bomb. Every appetizer is on point. Nobuyuki is absolutely hilarious when you get to have a conversation with him. I would highly recommend this spot over Isshin or Kenzo Ramen, both good but cannot compare to Nobuya. I will be coming here till the day I die.

Alvin Jose

great food, great owner!

Christina Iwasykiw

Really different and tasty broth of the tonkatsu ramen and excellent seafood pancake!!! The owner was really sweet and gave us a complimentary pack of noodles :)

Barbara Spiece

Great food, Open late. Owner super friendly! Definitely recommend if anyone is feeling Japanese

joanne sigglekow

Definitely worth the wait! We tried the chicken Ramen and veggie dumplings. They were so yum and the quantity was really good.

Sam Rog

Great tiny restaurant. There is only one cook, so be prepared to wait awhile for food, but if you dont mind, the food is very tasty, especially their takoyaki and tonkatsu ramen.

Rohit Mane

Excellent food. Friendly owner.

Daniel Currie

It was okay. This place is only super busy because it was featured on CBC Metro morning a few months ago. It’s a one man tiny restaurant. Nobu the owner literally is the waiter, chef, and everything else. He has maybe 4-5 tables in this tiny joint. Very nice man. Wait time can be as bad as 2 hours. I think it would be a great place but the pouring of food tourists is kinda ruining the experience. In terms of food, it’s home cooked style noodles, nothing too spectacular. A lot of it is hype for sure.

Lawrence Verheye

Very friendly owner! It's a one-man-show at this little place and it was very quiet when we came here on a weeknight, but we had a really good time. Owner is talkative and high energy, and the place was clean. The takoyaki and tonkotsu ramen were good choices. Would definitely come back.

Alexandrea Philip

My girlfriend and I came here on a rainy Friday night and we really enjoyed the service and hospitality that Nobu showed us. Talk about going above and beyond... he was kind enough to stay open past hours and cooked us a delicious meal. Nobu's energy is really infectious. We could really tell that he loved what he did and took pride in being a one-man show (impressive!) We ordered Japanese poutine and Okonomiyaki udon, along with grape ramune. You really get the feeling of a great home cooked meal made by a friend, as you're surrounded by tons of sports memorabilia that's quaint and welcoming. Keep it up Nobu! We'll be back again for more.

Mitch B

Me and my wife have been wanting to try this little spot for awhile now and it didn't disappoint. It's a one man show here and the owner does not take any shortcuts to make anything faster. He provides a unique and memorable experience for every customer. Some customers are told about the potential long wait time but it is worth it as the food and the service is fantastic.

Christopher Imantaka

Nobuya is a quiet neighbourhood jaunt for authentic Japanese. I've dined here a half dozen times and recommend the spicy miso ramen, Japanese-style poutine, and the takoyaki. The chef, Nobu, is known for running into the street to attract foot traffic. A guaranteed memorable experience. Hours may vary.

Anna A

Nice cozy place to grab a bowl of ramen! First time here and will definitely be back!

Travis Carmichael

Came here when it was really busy. One guy runs the entire shop (he cooks AND tends to customers). Was a bit of a wait, but the food was definitely worth it. Great portion size and really nice presentation. Very authentic! Would love to come again.

Ivan Cordova

extremely friendly owner/cook/waiter/cashier - one man show. This guy tries his best to do all that he can for the customer. Had a good hearty meal there with my wife and a friend. I'd recommend this spot any night, if you want to just relax and enjoy authentic Japanese taste. Nobuya

Eugenia Ng

Dang this place is a must go and an absolute gem. The restaurant is cute af. Owner is a jack of all trades who is actually Japanese. I definitely felt I was transported ramen spot somewhere in the Tokyo burbs. I grabbed the karage gyzozo and tonkotsu. All masterfully prepared with big portions. The ramen here rates amongst the top in the GTA and easily the best in the sauga/etobicoke area. This place is a rarity in the GTA and trust me when I say this, it's worth the wait.

Dee Perez

Fantastic Japanese food. Glad we found this restaurant in Etobicoke :)

Alex Saliba

Amazing, authentic, fresh and tasty japanese food! The gyozas and ramen we had were amazing. Please note that it took ~1.5 to the chef to prepare our food. So be prepared to wait! But the ramen are definitively worth the wait. The chef does everything himselves, so it takes time. I will come back to try the okonomiyaki!

timothyheh

Nobu has a great restaurant here. It's cozy with fast service. He is very personable and loves talking to his customers. The food is pretty authentic. Great stop on the way home from the airport. Lots of parking in the area.

Amrit Randhawa

Great food, very friendly owner/cook/server. As everyone says, it's a one man show, so the wait is long. The food is soooooooo good though. It's definitely worth the wait.

David Bilan

One man shop! The owner is very welcoming and the food is delicious!

Jay Singh

Delicious

Mackenzie Taylor

Very good food, the gentleman that runs it is on his own 90% of the time which is very hard to run a restaurant like that and he does a very good job! People around the area come back time and time again and I can see why. I stopped in Sunday night with a buddy and he said he was sorry but he just got a rush and wouldn't want us to have to wait so we went else where only to happily return the next day! The food was delicious, the service was amazing and very authentic. 10/10 will be going again!

Jessica Benavides

Incredible ramen. Amazing food! Be prepared to be patient with the one man show and you will be rewarded with lovingly prepared food!

Jeffrey Flewelling

Friendly service, and great food! I had the takoyaki and the croquettes and they are to die for!

Alex Klein Gunnewiek

Glad I found this place! The appetizers like Takoyaki and Chicken Karaage were very delicious, great presentation. The Shio and Tonkotsu ramen had such great flavour, they’re each the best bowls of ramen I’ve ever had period! The friendly owner Nobu really puts a lot work and detail into the dishes and it shows. Looking forward to visiting again!

Tony Ko

Worth the wait!! Food was delicious and fresh. The owner does everything so be patient and you won't regret it.

Anjali Talwar

Service

Ashlynn Gomes

Great food and a great owner! We called ahead 15 minutes to order and the food was ready when we got there. The ramen is amazing and high quality. Karaage was so crispy. You can tell the care put into the food by the presentation. Highly reccomend, you must check it out.

Stefanie Makagon

Incredibly delicious ramen! The owner puts his heart and soul into his food and is so conversational. This is a must, we will be back with friends!

Cansu Akkol

It goes without saying that Nobu’s food is incredible- so much care goes into Every. Single. Dish. It’s well worth the wait. But beyond the food is the man who gives so much heart to his restaurant & community. Genuinely caring, Nobu has treated my family like his own. He is a true gem in Mimico!

Vishal Bangera

The ramen and takoyaki was very good. 100% will be coming here again

Gillian Yeates

DELICIOUS!! Best Ramen I’ve ever had. The Agedash tofu and seafood pancake tasted authentic and yummy. My 4 year old daughter really loved tearing into the egg and pancake. One thing about other reviews to note: this is a one man shop so you can expect a longer wait time than typical. I suggest you prepare for this and your taste buds will thank you!

Harkness

Amazing experience!! For those that say it’s slow service...he is only one man doing every single job. He designed the entire place himself, acts as the server, the cook, the accountant, everything! Best food I ever had!!! Amazing customer service.

Moh Man

Broth for the ramen is delicious. It is for sure his signature. The texture of ramen still has room to improve; it is too soft. It will be better if he can make it chewier. Deep fried squid ball is also delicious.

Cameron Thomas

Absolutely delicious authentic Japanese food. The ramen broth is very flavourful and the takoyaki is better than some I've had in Osaka! Very friendly owner. As other reviews have mentioned, this is a one-man shop so best to visit Sunday to Thursday when it's less busy. Free parking on residential side streets.

Michele Locke

Really good street food! Its a small eat-in / take-out place. This is a dedicated one man operation. If you have the patience to wait for your food its well worth it. He does all the cooking and serving and does a great job. Really friendly, courteous and humble yet passionate, is what exemplifies the fusion of Canada and Japan. Love this place!

Cindy

So delicious! Try the soba noodles for a healthier bowl ????????

Alyssa Becker

Amazing Ramen place, a hidden gem. The owner is very nice, it is a one man show and he really gives it his all. Got the Takoyaki, Tonkotsu, and Tokyo Ramen and they were all incredible. Highly recommend

WW C

We just had dinner here for the first time and are already fans. Imo. the best ramen place in Toronto. We had the spicy ramen with chicken and the pork ramen with soy. We will be back for sure!

Nisal Goonasinghe

Delicious Ramen here. It’s definitely worth the wait.

Lauren K

Nobuya is both the name of this humble restaurant and the name of its very passionate owner. The chef, owner and only employee is a man of his word and sometimes those words are "sorry we're too busy, the food is good, but you have to wait". The menu is small but perfect for someone looking for freshly made Japanese food that is comforting. The atmosphere is a blend of the things this city has to offer with the cultural influences I'm sure Mr. Nobu grew up with, the teams of Toronto are on display for fans as is the Japanese flag. It's a cute place with a few tables but you can just tell the owner takes pride in It, he loves that place because it expresses who he is and not what we've come to expect from restaurants (I cannot tell moxies, Montana's and turtle jack or pickle barrel apart at this point). I got to try a few dishes, unfortunately not the ramen, it was pork based, but I was given a Japanese instant noodle pack on my way out by the owner to try and absolutely loved it. I would highly recommend you visit this tiny place if for nothing else than to meet a genuine character. The chicken Karage is great as is the takoyaki, I also had a few other items and left with a full belly.

YYZ 001

It was such a chaotic night for the owner/chef/waiter. The takoyaki was good! Agedashj tofu was unusual, it was the same taste as takiyako? Ramen and katsu don need more work. Maybe the owner was just too busy. The rice bowl didn’t have (or not enough of) the sweet katsu don sauce I liked, the egg wasn’t right. I think my ramen noodle was a bit over cooked and the broth was too overpowering with garlic. I also ate around midnight even though I got there around eight. Imagine the wait and your hunger turning into anger.

Nith M

Best ramen I’ve ate and really good customer service ???? SUPER underrated I highly recommend if your a ramen lover :) -Danny

yong park

Just had the poutine japanese way... Light and delicious, strong distinct and smooth flavors perfectly balanced... The company of the chef, priceless. Arigato

Sneha Dubbaka

Take out

F M

The food may take a while but it’s worth the wait. Delicious, authentic Japanese food at a good price. Not much seating, small spot so I usually get takeout, seriously good food!

Matthew Milakowski

Great, cozy spot for authentic ramen. The food was flavourful and the service was top-notch. The owner spent several minutes chatting with us and frequently checked in to make sure that we were enjoying our meal. His passion for his food, the experience and his business was endearing, as was the token of appreciation that he gifted us (and other diners) as we departed. Looking forward to returning here often.

pdt ms3

I had a great spicy pork ramen that was well worth the wait. It was perfect on a rainy night and warmed me right up. Free wifi.

Chris

This place is unbelievable. Horrible customer service. Whoever answered that call, didn’t even try to understand the question i was asking, showed dismissive terrible attitude and kept going on and on about uber fees, which had nothing to do with what i was asking in the first place. Then that person hung up the phone. Then you are blaming me now that i had language issue?!? Think again how you should be treating your customers.

Jasmin Lee

Ramen was delicious!! Highly recommend

Natalie G

Good food, great customer service. Very nice owner who took the time to present the food beautifully even for take out.

S A

From the moment you walk in you are greeted by a gregarious owner who eagerly shows you to a seat. The food is made fresh and isn’t rushed, with terrific ingredients. Don’t let the exterior deter you, the inside is modest intimate and warm. Simple and quality traditional Japanese fare.

Sang-Mi Suh

Best ramen in the city by a long shot! My favorite spicy miso ????????

Linkoln Fuller

Food was amazing! Everything was so flavorful. Anything you order you’ll be more than happy with! Everything is made with care and the owner is such a happy spirited and energetic person made the experience so much better and memorable. Finally found my new ramen place. “It’s worth the wait.”