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Introducing Fun to Wait at Ramen DANBO Kitsilano from February 1st, 2024

Earn Points just by Waiting!
Turn your waiting time into a valuable and enjoyable experience.

Beginning on February 1st, 2024 at Ramen DANBO Kitsilano:

  • Earn 1 point for every minute you wait to enter the restaurant.
  • Earn a maximum of 80 points per visit.
  • 100 points can be exchanged for one stamp on the DANBO Digital Stamp Card.
  • Receive 10 bonus points for registering with Fun to Wait.
  • You must register as a member, or your accumulated points will be lost.
  • Service will end on April 30, 2024. After that date, it will no longer be possible to earn or use points.
  • Earned points and rewards are not able to be shared with others.

Visit Ramen DANBO Kitsilano now to find out more!

Ramen DANBO is coming to Kerrisdale, Vancouver, BC!

We’re about to open our newest restaurant in Kerrisdale – our third location in Vancouver, B.C. Our Grand Opening will be January 18th, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.

Please check out our Instagram for more details.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Ramen DANBO Gift Cards available at all locations

This year, give the gift of great taste! Ramen DANBO Gift Cards are a perfect idea for the holiday season, and are currently available at all of our locations.

Please note that gift cards are only available at our restaurant locations. We are not able to offer online card orders or delivery.

Drop by today and purchase a gift card, while supplies last!

Capitol Hill location: Notice, change in entry method

Our table wait list system will end on September 10th, 2023.

Beginning September 11th, customers will be asked to wait in line in front of the restaurant, until a table becomes available.

Groups will be seated in the order that they arrive. Thank you for your cooperation.

Notice: Robson location temporarily closed on Tuesday, December 6th, 2022

Please note that our Robson location will be closed Tuesday, December 6th, 2022, due to maintenance work. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience.

The Robson location will return to regular service on Wednesday, December 7th.

Warm regards from all of us at Ramen DANBO, Robson.

Notice: Temporary closing dates, change of hours for the Capitol Hill location

Please note that the hours of operation for the Capitol Hill location will be temporaily changed – we will be open from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily, until October 27th.

Also, the Capitol Hill location will be temporarily closed on Tuesday September 27th, October 4th, October 11th, October 18th, and October 25th.

Our apologies for any inconvenience caused. We will return to regular business hours from October 28th, 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily.

Notice: Temporary change of hours for the Capitol Hill location

Please note that the hours of operation for the Capitol Hill location will be temporaily changed – we will be open from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused. We will notify our customers in advance when we return to regular business hours.

Notice: West Village location re-opening on January 11, 2022

After an extended closure due to circumstances beyond our control, our West Village location will be re-opening on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. We look forward to serving our loyal New York customers, and apologize for the long wait.

Notice: Temporary change of hours for the Robson location, from Monday, September 20th to Friday, September 24th.

Please note that the hours of operation for the Robson location will be temporaily changed – we will be open from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., from Monday, September 20th to Friday, September 24th. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Notice: Temporary change of hours for the Robson location, from Monday, September 13th to Friday, September 17th.

Please note that the hours of operation for the Robson location will be temporaily changed – we will be open from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., from Monday, September 13th to Friday, September 17th. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Notice: Beginning September 5th, Vancouver locations will be open from 11:00 a.m. on weekends.

Please note that the Kitsilano and Robson locations in Vancouver will open at 11:00 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

Notice: Robson location closed from Monday, July 19th to Wednesday, July 21st, 2021

Please note that our Robson location will be closed from Monday, July 19th to Wednesday, July 21st, 2021, due to interior maintenance work. We appreciate your understanding, and apologize for any inconvenience.

The Robson location will return to regular service on Thursday, July 22nd.

Warm regards from all of us at Ramen DANBO, Robson.

Notice: Temporary closure of the West Village location

Due to circumstances beyond our control, we are currently unable to re-open the West Village location. We will notify our valued customers as soon as all issues are resolved and the re-opening date has been finalized. We appreciate your understanding, and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Our Vancouver location weekend hours are changing

Beginning March 13th, 2021, our Kitsilano and Robson locations will be opening an hour earlier than previous, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Delivery and pickup orders will also be available beginning at 10:00 a.m. on weekends.
Please note that regular weekday hours will be in place on statutory holidays, and we will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Our Stamp Reward Cards are going digital!

Beginning October 1st, 2020, at our Vancouver locations, you can access your Reward Stamps on a smart phone, via standard apps on iOS (Wallet) or Android (Google Pay). It is not necessary to install a new app for Ramen Danbo Rewards.

Please visit your nearest location to scan a QR code and access the system. Previously issued stamped Rewards Cards will be honored – please show them to your server.

Ramen DANBO is coming to West Village, New York!

We’re about to open our newest restaurant in West Village, New York – our third location in the USA. Our Grand Opening will be Aug. 20th, 2020 at 11:00 AM. There will be a soft opening from Aug. 17th to 19th, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

Notice: Kitsilano location closed from Monday, February 24th to Friday, February 28th, 2020

Please note that our Kitsilano location will be closed from Monday, February 24th to Friday, February 28th, 2020, due to interior construction work. We appreciate your understanding, and apologize for any inconvenience.

Our Robson location will be open, and pleased to serve you during the interruption.

The Kitsilano location will return to regular service on Saturday, February 29th.

Warm regards from all of us at Ramen DANBO, Kitsilano.

Vancouver Locations – Cashless Notice

To facilitate quicker and smoother service, please note that from April 1st, 2020, we will only accept payment via any credit or debit card. Cash payments will not be available.

Curry Tonkotsu Ramen – a seasonal winter item, available from November 16th

When flavors from Japan meet the spices of India, amazing things happen. Our chefs have created an original creamy Tonkotsu broth with authentic Japanese curry spices. Spicy Rekka, Chashu-men, and Vegan versions are available. We recommend that you combine your ramen with a bowl of white rice for a truly satisfying taste experience.  Come in today and try it!  Limited quantities will be served each day, and for a limited time only.

We’ve updated our Customer Appreciation Stamp Cards

Please note the following rules regarding the use of our Stamp Cards:

• One stamp per ramen order, per customer.
• Please present the card when paying for your meal.
• After collecting your 5th or 10th stamp during your current visit, you can receive your free offering upon your next visit to Ramen DANBO.
• Please inform your server when ordering, if using your stamp reward for ramen or gyoza.
• At the time of payment, stamps for ramen ordered by multiple customers in one group can be placed on a single card.
• Stamps collected on separate cards cannot be added together.
• Any card that contains a stamp that is not authorized by Ramen DANBO will be considered void.
• We are unable to replace stamped cards that are lost by the customer, for any reason.
• For use at our Canada and USA locations only.

You may continue to use previously issued Stamp Cards. Please note that these rules apply to new Stamp Cards, as well as all previous editions.

We look forward to serving you!

Notice: Kitsilano location closed from Tuesday, February 19th to Friday, February 22nd, 2019

Please note that our Kitsilano location will be closed from Tuesday, February 19th to Friday, February 22nd, 2019, due to interior construction work. We appreciate your understanding, and apologize for any inconvenience.

Our Robson location will be open, and pleased to serve you during the interruption.

The Kitsilano location will return to regular service on Saturday, February 23rd.

Warm regards from all of us at Ramen DANBO, Kitsilano.

Ramen DANBO Gift Cards available at all locations

This year, give the gift of great taste! Ramen DANBO Gift Cards are a perfect idea for the holiday season, and are currently available at all of our locations.

Drop by today and purchase a gift card, while supplies last!

Photo: Wes Hicks, Unsplash.com

Ramen DANBO is coming to Brooklyn, New York!

We’re about to open our newest restaurant in Brooklyn, New York – our second location in the USA. Our Grand Opening will be held on Dec. 10th, 2018. A soft opening will be held on Dec. 7th, 8th, and 9th. To prepare, we are now hiring. Please feel free to contact us here if you are interested in a position.

Ramen DANBO is coming to Seattle!

This coming Fall 2017, Ramen DANBO is opening a new restaurant in Capitol Hill, Seattle – the first location in the USA. To prepare for the grand opening, we are now hiring. Please feel free to contact us here if you are interested in a position.

Notice: Kitsilano location closed all day on Monday, June 5th, 2017

Please note that our Kitsilano location will be closed all day on Monday, June 5th, 2017 due to scheduled maintenance. We appreciate your understanding, and apologize for any inconvenience.

Our Robson location will be open, and pleased to serve you during the interruption.

The Kitsilano location will return to regular service on June, June 6th

Warm regards from all of us at Ramen DANBO, Kitsilano.

Notice: Kitsilano location opening from 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31st

Please note that our Kitsilano location will be opening later than usual, from 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31st due to scheduled glass repairs. We appreciate your understanding, and apologize for any inconvenience.

The Kitsilano location will return to regular service on Wednesday, February 1st.

Warm regards from all of us at Ramen DANBO, Kitsilano.

Curry Tonkotsu Ramen! A DANBO original, available for a limited time only.

When flavors from Japan meet the spices of India, amazing things happen.  Our chefs have created an original recipe, and we’re the first to bring Curry Tonkotsu Ramen to North America.  We recommend that you combine your ramen with a bowl of white rice for a truly satisfying taste experience.  Come in today and try it!  Limited quantities will be served each day, and for a limited time only.

Ramen DANBO in the local Vancouver Media

The opening of our newest location in Kitsilano has created some buzz in the neighbourhood, and in the local media.  Have a look at what some of Vancouver’s notable blogs have to say:

Vancity Buzz: Authentic Japanese Noodles with a twist
Vancouver’s ever-expanding ramen scene can count one more contender for stellar slurp-able noodles and soup. Ramen Danbo, located in Kitsilano on 4th near Burrard, has recently opened its doors, serving up steaming bowls of specialty broth and noodles with a few custom twists….
http://www.vancitybuzz.com/2015/05/ramen-danbo-vancouver-kitsilano/

Nosh and Nibble: Ramen Danbo – Tonkotsu Ramen and Gyoza Review – Vancouver
Hey guys happy Saturday! Today I have an exciting ramen review to share with you from Ramen Danbo, Vancouver’s newest Japanese opening in Kitsilano! Does the ramen provide warmth and relaxation or brittle sadness? Read on to find out…
http://noshandnibbleblog.com/post/119683187978/ramen-danbo-vancouver-tonkotsu-gyoza-review

The Happy Sloths: New Kitsilano Restaurant: Ramen Danbo Review
Hey everyone, I am back today with another food post, featuring the new Ramen Danbo on West 4th in Kitsilano. Known for their authentic flavors and with over twenty locations in Japan, Ramen Danbo first opened in 2000. I visited their first Canadian location in Vancouver earlier this month, to read more about the restaurant and what I ate, click…
http://www.thehappysloths.com/2015/05/ramen-danbo-review-vancouver.html

Nomms: Japanese Noodles Fukuoka Style
Ramen Danbo is a new Japanese ramen noodle restaurant that took over the space from Zakkushi Kitsilano on 1833 W 4th Avenue. Seems like the ramen craze hasn’t slowed down one bit in Vancouver.  I think I will add Ramen Danbo to my list of best ramen noodles in Vancouver…
http://nomss.com/ramen-danbo-vancouver-kitsilano/

You can also join other foodies and take part in the conversation about Ramen Danbo at Yelp.ca – kindly leave a comment about your Kyushu Hakata Tonkotsu ramen experience:
http://www.yelp.ca/biz/danbo-vancouver

Ramen DANBO is pleased to announce our second Vancouver location, on Robson Street! Opening Thursday, Nov. 5th at 11:00 a.m.

The customer response to our first location in North America, in Kitsilano, has been phenomenal and beyond expectations.  We’re very pleased to announce the launch of our second location, at 1333 Robson Street, in the chic and lively West End of Downtown Vancouver.

Robson Street is already famous for brand name stores, fashion, and fine dining with an international flavour.  Now Robson Street will also be known for first-class authentic and traditional Fukuoka-style Tonkotsu ramen!

Preparations for the launch of our new shop are well under way – please join us on Thursday, November 5th from 11:00 a.m. for the grand opening.

Ramen DANBO in the local Vancouver Media

The opening of our newest location in Kitsilano has created some buzz in the neighbourhood, and in the local media.  Have a look at what some of Vancouver’s notable blogs have to say:

Vancity Buzz: Authentic Japanese Noodles with a twist
Vancouver’s ever-expanding ramen scene can count one more contender for stellar slurp-able noodles and soup. Ramen Danbo, located in Kitsilano on 4th near Burrard, has recently opened its doors, serving up steaming bowls of specialty broth and noodles with a few custom twists….
http://www.vancitybuzz.com/2015/05/ramen-danbo-vancouver-kitsilano/

Nosh and Nibble: Ramen Danbo – Tonkotsu Ramen and Gyoza Review – Vancouver
Hey guys happy Saturday! Today I have an exciting ramen review to share with you from Ramen Danbo, Vancouver’s newest Japanese opening in Kitsilano! Does the ramen provide warmth and relaxation or brittle sadness? Read on to find out…
http://noshandnibbleblog.com/post/119683187978/ramen-danbo-vancouver-tonkotsu-gyoza-review

The Happy Sloths: New Kitsilano Restaurant: Ramen Danbo Review
Hey everyone, I am back today with another food post, featuring the new Ramen Danbo on West 4th in Kitsilano. Known for their authentic flavors and with over twenty locations in Japan, Ramen Danbo first opened in 2000. I visited their first Canadian location in Vancouver earlier this month, to read more about the restaurant and what I ate, click…
http://www.thehappysloths.com/2015/05/ramen-danbo-review-vancouver.html

Nomms: Japanese Noodles Fukuoka Style
Ramen Danbo is a new Japanese ramen noodle restaurant that took over the space from Zakkushi Kitsilano on 1833 W 4th Avenue. Seems like the ramen craze hasn’t slowed down one bit in Vancouver.  I think I will add Ramen Danbo to my list of best ramen noodles in Vancouver…
http://nomss.com/ramen-danbo-vancouver-kitsilano/

You can also join other foodies and take part in the conversation about Ramen Danbo at Yelp.ca – kindly leave a comment about your Kyushu Hakata Tonkotsu ramen experience:
http://www.yelp.ca/biz/danbo-vancouver

Join us for our Special Grand Opening on Friday, May 8th, 2015 at 11:00 a.m.

Vancouver, are you ready to treat yourself to some authentic Fukuoka-style Kyushu Hakata Tonkotsu ramen? Hurry before the line-ups start, and join us at our new location in Kitsilano (the first outside of Japan), on West 4th avenue, just west of Burrard Street.

Early-arriving guests will be provided with a limited number of coupon cards that can later be exchanged for either a free serving of extra noodles, a half serving of pan-fried Yaki Gyoza, or a soft-boiled egg ramen topping.

You can also get your hands on a coveted Ramen DANBO stamp card. 5 stamps gets you a free serving of pan-fried Yaki Gyoza, and 10 stamps results in a free Classic Tonkotsu Ramen. We’ll be giving away extra stamps to some lucky customers during our opening week!