3 Best Japanese Restaurants in Waterloo, ON

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KINTON RAMEN WATERLOO

31 King Street North First Floor,
Waterloo, ON N2J 2W6 Directions

Since 2021

Specialities:

✓Pork Original Ramen ✓Pork Shoyu Ramen ✓Pork Miso Ramen ✓Pork Spicy Garlic Ramen ✓Pork Spicy Jalapeño Ramen ✓Beef Original Ramen ✓Beef Shoyu Ramen ✓Beef Miso Ramen ✓Beef Spicy Garlic Ramen ✓Beef Spicy Jalapeño Ramen ✓Chicken Original Ramen ✓Chicken Shoyu Ramen ✓Chicken Miso Ramen ✓Chicken Spicy Garlic Ramen ✓Chicken Spicy Jalapeño Ramen ✓Veggie Original Ramen ✓Veggie Shoyu Ramen ✓Veggie Miso Ramen ✓Veggie Spicy Garlic Ramen ✓Veggie Spicy Jalapeño Ramen ✓Tokyo Fries ✓Edamame ✓Original Karaage ✓Hot Karaage ✓Takoyaki ✓Beef Donburi ✓Pork Donburi ✓Chicken Donburi ✓Pork Gyoza

"Kinton Ramen Waterloo has professional chefs who prepare beautiful Ramen bowls filled with fresh, high-quality ingredients, all while sticking to time-honoured cooking techniques. You can savour every bowl, with options that range from classic tonkotsu to delightful vegetarian ramen served with dedication and passion. The restaurant started as just pork ramen bowls and has evolved into not only pork but also chicken, karaage and an entire range of vegetarian ramen options. They also serve vegetarian dishes and have a Kerbside pickup facility. Kinton Ramen Waterloo is wheelchair accessible. Kinton Ramen has branches in more than 40 locations.

2026 Highlights: Kinton Ramen Waterloo offers an online order facility."

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Menu:

Ramen
Pork
Pork Original Ramen $16.99
Pork Shoyu Ramen $16.99
Pork Miso Ramen $17.99
Pork Spicy Garlic Ramen $17.99
Pork Spicy JalapeñO Ramen $17.99
Beef
Beef Original Ramen $17.99
Beef Shoyu Ramen $17.99
Beef Miso Ramen $18.99
Beef Spicy Garlic Ramen $18.99
Beef Spicy JalapeñO Ramen $18.99
Chicken
Chicken Original Ramen $16.99
Chicken Shoyu Ramen $16.99
Chicken Miso Ramen $17.99
Chicken Spicy Garlic Ramen $17.99
Chicken Spicy JalapeñO Ramen $17.99
Vegetarian
Veggie Original Ramen $16.99
Veggie Shoyu Ramen $16.99
Veggie Miso Ramen $17.99
Veggie Spicy Garlic Ramen $17.99
Veggie Spicy JalapeñO Ramen $17.99
Sides
Tokyo Fries $6.99
Edamame $5.99
Original Karaage $9.99
Hot Karaage $10.99
Takoyaki $6.99
Beef Donburi $11.99
Pork Donburi $8.99
Chicken Donburi $8.99

Discount:

20% Off for All Selected Items in Happy Hour

Contact:

(519) 208-1011

Sun-Tue: 11:30am - 10pm
Wed-Sat: 11:30am - 11pm

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ASAKUSA RAMEN

150 University Avenue West, Unit 8A,
Waterloo, ON N2L 3E4 Directions

Since 2018

Specialities:

✓Shio Ramen ✓Shoyu Ramen ✓Kyushu Mayu Ramen ✓Miso Ramen ✓Spicy Red Dragon Ramen ✓Tan Tan Men ✓Kinoko Seasonal Veggie Ramen ✓Donburi Bowl ✓Oyako Chicken Egg Don ✓Pumpkin Chicken Don ✓Chashu Don ✓Mapo Tofu Veggie Don ✓Spicy Salmon Don ✓Teriyaki Don ✓Bbq Eel Unagi Don ✓Bbq Mackerel Don ✓Kimchi ✓Octopus Skewer Tamagokayi ✓Seaweed ✓Potato Croquette ✓Green Onion Pancake ✓Edamame Salad ✓Corn or Curry Fried Scallop ✓Red Bean Pancake ✓Calamari Salad ✓Fried Karage ✓Taro Pancake ✓Octopus Wasabi Salad ✓BBQ Mackerel ✓Grilled Gyoza ✓Spicy Salmon Salad ✓BBQ Eel ✓Chicken Skewer ✓Takoyaki

"Asakusa Ramen proudly serves ramen based on traditional Japanese recipes and ingredients. The restaurant has an excellent atmosphere for catching up and chatting with friends. The restaurant is spacious and can accommodate larger groups. Asakusa Ramen strives to improve continually and satisfy its customers one bowl at a time. Their passion is to bring out Japan's authentic flavours and tastes in every bowl they serve. The table is cleared and wiped down as soon as a customer leaves. Their donburi is served with a seaweed salad and miso soup. Asakusa Ramen offers dine-in and takeout. Debit and credit card payments are accepted here.

2026 Highlights: Asakusa Ramen is located in University Shops Plaza."

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License #782348080

Menu:

Ramen
Shio Ramen $12.50
Shoyu Ramen $12.50
Kyushu Mayu Ramen $13.50
Miso Ramen $13.50
Spicy Red Dragon Ramen $13.50
Tan Tan Men $13.50
Kinoko Seasonal Veggie Ramen $13.50
Donburi Bowl
Oyako Chicken Egg Don $10.50
Pumpkin Chicken Don $10.50
Chashu Don $10.50
Mapo Tofu Veggie Don $9.50
Spicy Salmon Don $13.50
Teriyaki Don $12.50
BBQ Eel Unagi Don $13.50
BBQ Mackerel Don $11.50
APPETIZER:
Kimchi $3.50
Octopus Skewer (3 Pc) $4.00
Tamagokayi $5.50
Seaweed $3.50
Potato Croquette (2 Pc) $4.00
Green Onion Pancake $3.50
Edamame Salad $4.00
Corn or Curry Fried Scallop (4 Pc) $4.50
Red Bean Pancake $3.50
Calamari Salad $4.00
Fried Karage $5.50
Taro Pancake $3.50
Octopus Wasabi Salad $4.00
BBQ Mackerel $8.50
Grilled Gyoza (6 Pc) $5.50
Spicy Salmon Salad $4.00

Contact:

(519) 580-6666

Mon-Sun: 11am - 10pm

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JINZAKAYA

75 King Street South, Unit 53,
Waterloo, ON N2J 1P2 Directions

Since 2019

Specialities:

✓Spicy Salmon Roll ✓California Roll ✓Yam Roll ✓Avocado Salmon Roll ✓Spicy Shrimp Tempura Roll ✓Avocado Cucumber Roll ✓Spicy Crisp Roll ✓Salmon Roll ✓Spicy Crabmeat Roll ✓Shrimp Tempura Roll ✓Spicy Escolar Roll ✓Mango Avocado Roll ✓Crispy Mango ✓Escolar Roll ✓Eel Avocado Roll ✓Crabmeat Tempura Roll ✓Cheese Salmon Roll ✓Escolar Avocado Roll ✓Mango Salmon Roll ✓Cheese Strawberry Roll ✓Crabmeat Roll ✓Cheese Mango Roll ✓Mango Shrimp Roll ✓Asparagus Roll ✓Big Hand Roll ✓Spicy Salmon Hand Roll ✓California Hand Roll ✓Salmon Avocado Hand Roll ✓Spicy Shrimp Tempura Hand Roll ✓Shrimp Tempura Hand Roll ✓Spicy Crabmeat Hand Roll ✓Avocado Hand Roll

"Jinzakaya Japanese Restaurant operates with a straightforward approach, specializing in both sushi and traditional Japanese main courses. The restaurant offers delectable dishes and maintains affordability without compromising on authenticity. When you step into Jinzakaya, you'll find an atmosphere that truly captures the essence of Japan. At Jinzakaya, each dish is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, utilizing high-quality ingredients that reflect their commitment to excellence. The restaurant places a strong emphasis on the visual presentation of its offerings, enhancing the overall dining experience. The staff at Jinzakaya is not only friendly but also displays a genuine dedication to the quality of their cuisine. This commitment extends to meeting the needs of their customers, ensuring that every dining experience is a satisfying one. One interesting aspect is the ordering system, where customers indicate the desired quantity of dishes on slips of paper, facilitating a seamless process. To round off your meal, don't miss the opportunity to indulge in a delightful melona popsicle for dessert. Jinzakaya Japanese Restaurant offers a blend of authentic flavours and an inviting ambiance. With a wide variety of options, including many choices for vegetarians, it's a destination that caters to diverse palates while providing a memorable dining adventure. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, reservations and outdoor seating options.

2026 Highlights: Jinzakaya Japanese Restaurant has over 10 years of experience."

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License #290335322

Menu:

Roll
Spicy Salmon Roll $8.75
California Roll $8.75
Yam Roll $8.50
Avocado Salmon Roll $8.75
Spicy Shrimp Tempura Roll $8.75
Avocado Cucumber Roll $8.50
Spicy Crisp Roll $8.00
Salmon Roll $7.00
Spicy Crabmeat Roll $8.75
Shrimp Tempura Roll $8.75
Spicy Escolar Roll $8.75
Mango Avocado Roll $8.75
Crispy Mango $8.50
Escolar Roll $7.00
Eel Avocado Roll $9.75
Crabmeat Tempura Roll $8.75
Cheese Salmon Roll $9.75
Escolar Avocado Roll $8.75
Mango Salmon Roll $8.75
Cheese Strawberry Roll $8.50
Crabmeat Roll $7.00
Cheese Mango Roll $7.50
Mango Shrimp Roll $8.75
Asparagus Roll $7.00
Hand Roll
Big Hand Roll $7.50
Spicy Salmon Hand Roll $6.00
California Hand Roll $6.00
Salmon Avocado Hand Roll $7.00
Spicy Shrimp Tempura Hand Roll $6.00
Shrimp Tempura Hand Roll $6.00

Contact:

(519) 880-8188

Tue-Thu: 11:30am - 3pm|4pm - 9:30pm
Fri: 11:30am - 3pm|4pm - 10pm
Sat: 12pm - 10pm
Sun: 12pm - 9pm
Mon: Closed

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