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Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina
Japanese tonkotsu ramenTonkotsupork miso ramenJapanese noodle soupQueen WestKinka Familycasual ramen chain
Kinton Ramen's Queen & Spadina location is one of Toronto's most convenient spots for Japanese-recipe tonkotsu, pork miso, and spicy garlic ramen. The chain was developed with authentic Japanese ramen recipes by the Kinka Family group, which also runs Guu Izakaya and JaBistro.
- Price
- ¥
- Area
- Queen West
- Since
- 2015
- Owner
- James HyunSoo Kim
Plate № 52
About
Kinton Ramen was founded by James HyunSoo Kim, who also brought Vancouver's Guu Izakaya to Toronto, as a dedicated Japanese ramen chain. The recipes are rooted in Japanese tonkotsu and miso traditions, with the Yamato Noodle School's influence informing the kitchen's approach. The Queen & Spadina location — directly at the intersection of Queen Street West and Spadina Avenue — is one of the chain's most central and busy Toronto spots. The menu covers tonkotsu, pork shoyu, pork miso, spicy garlic, and chicken ramens, with karaage chicken, gyoza, and donburi on the side. No reservations are taken; walk-ins only.
Neighborhood & visiting
Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina sits in Queen West, one of Toronto's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Part of the Kinka Family group that brought Guu Izakaya and JaBistro to Toronto — a proven track record of Japanese culinary authenticity
- Recipes developed from authentic Japanese ramen traditions with Yamato Noodle School influence
- Centrally located at Queen & Spadina for easy access from anywhere downtown
- Affordable, consistently excellent tonkotsu and pork miso ramen with generous portions
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Frequently asked
About Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina
- Is Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina an authentic japanese tonkotsu ramen restaurant in Toronto?
- Yes — Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese tonkotsu ramen in Toronto: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina located?
- Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina is located at 402 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 2A6, Toronto, Canada in the Queen West neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina?
- Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Toronto we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina?
- Kinton Ramen – Queen & Spadina sits in the ¥ price range — typical for japanese tonkotsu ramen of this format in Toronto.
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