Ramen Buta-Nibo — Restaurant in Toronto

Located at the intersection of Carlaw and Danforth (near Pape Station), Ramen Buta-Nibo is owned by the same group behind Ryus Noodle Bar near Broadview Station. Their specialty is the "Jiro-Style" ramen, which features a big serving of vegetables and ingredients on top of thick, chewy noodles. This type of ramen, also known as "Jirolian style" is common in Tokyo that was popularized by Ramen Jiro.

Upon entering the restaurant, guests are welcomed by friendly staff members who inform them that the establishment is cashless, with payment accepted via credit or debit card. The menu is easily accessible via a QR code, making it convenient for patrons to peruse the selection of dishes. They prefer one order for the whole table so that they can organize it easier for the kitchen. The staff were very friendly and asked us if there were allergies upon handing us utensils and water.

One of the standout features of Ramen Buta-Nibo is the generous portion sizes. This is a great value for the price (averages $20 per ramen), as customers essentially get two meals for the price of one. The sheer volume of toppings is impressive and serves as a heartier, more filling meal. They have two different types of soup bases, the Buta (pork) broth which is rich and heavy with oils and fats and the Nibo (niboshi/dried sardines) broth which is a lighter and clear broth. Our table ordered several Buta-ramen that we customized from broth, fat, toppings, vegetable, seasoned fat, and garlic paste. We all loved our dishes from the Original Ramen, Ajitama Original Ramen, Black Garlic Ramen and Ajitama Black Garlic Ramen. Their ramen comes with a large portion of thick noodles, pile of garlic paste, cha-siu (braised pork belly), seasoned fat and lots of boiled vegetables (bean sprouts, cabbage, bamboo, etc).

While the focus is on ramen, there are several other options to choose from, including donburi rice bowls and karaage. We ordered the small Boneless Chicken Thigh (Karaage) with Umami Shio flavour and Spicy Mayo sauce. Also, it came with a tiny side of pickled cabbage. You can customize the Karaage for the flavour, dipping sauce and additional topping. which comes in small, medium, large or x-large. The karaage and cabbage were so delicious!

Overall, Ramen Buta-Nibo is an excellent choice for those seeking a hearty and filling meal in the Danforth area!

Note: Bathroom is in the basement with the stairs located in the back. The smell can get pretty overwhelming as it is close to the kitchen. The seafood smell was...

Located in Toronto’s bustling Danforth neighborhood, Ramen Buta-Nibo offers a distinct and unapologetically bold take on a classic dish, specializing in the "Jiro-style" of ramen. This is not your typical delicate and light broth; instead, prepare for a culinary experience that is rich, hearty, and intensely flavorful. The restaurant, a sibling of the acclaimed Ryus Noodle Bar, has carved out a niche with its unique approach that prioritizes satisfying, oversized portions.

The star of the menu is undoubtedly the Buta-men, a towering bowl filled with a thick, savory pork broth boiled for hours to achieve a complex "umami" flavor profile. The broth is famously fatty, a characteristic that might be polarizing but is central to the Jiro-style. A generous mountain of thick, chewy noodles, bean sprouts, and cabbage accompanies a sizeable portion of garlic paste and two thick slices of pork chashu. The sheer volume of the bowl offers incredible value, often feeling like two meals in one.

For those who prefer a different flavor, the menu also includes a lighter Niboshi Shoyu Ramen, which features a clean, crisp broth made from dried sardines. Side dishes like their crispy and juicy Karaage (Japanese fried chicken) and pan-fried gyoza are also highly praised and perfectly complement the richness of the main course. Overall, Ramen Buta-Nibo is a must-visit for anyone craving an authentic, filling, and unforgettable bowl of...

I had known Jiro-taste ramen restaurant opened around Toronto a while ago. Original Jiro's(in Japan) looking is not good honestly. Too much garlic, thick tonkotsu broth and backfat. Totally not common ramen. But, that's why it has attracted many Japanese. "Jiro" is a famous genre and word same as Sushi in Japan. (Actually, Jiro ramen is sold at convenience stores normally)

Anyway, I could go to Buta-Nibo today eventually. I ordered Mega for sure, selected vegie double and garlic double. I didn't come to enjoy chatting but eat Jiro ramen today. After seeing the bowl's size, I regretted it a little bit. It's totally not a normal bowl size. Have you ever eaten at Kinton? Mega was 3 or 4 times bigger than the regular Kinton bowls.

AWESOME. I LOVE IT!

Yes, while eating Jiro massive ramen, you have to keep saying "SO DELICIOUS" in your head and release dopamine or you can't finish eating.

The ramen quality was very good for me. I was happy to finish the bowl. I prefer the taiwan Jiro type, but totally it's ok as Jiro. My companion was saying the boiled egg needs some improvement. Mega doesn't contain boiled egg so I couldn't taste it. Basic Jiro doesn't contain a boiled egg, so that was also unique.

I recommend this restaurant. But after eating it, your mouth will...