RAMEN RAMEN—Montreal’s biggest ramen festival returns for 19 delicious days in October

From October 12 to 25, 2026, Montreal will host a 19-day ramen festival—at nearly 20 restaurants across the city

– Staff Writer

· October 8, 2026

The organizers of the region’s largest Asian cultural and culinary markets—ASIE ASIE—are partnering with the culinary magazine The Main to present RAMEN RAMEN, a 19-day festival dedicated to this iconic Japanese dish.

Nearly 20 Montreal restaurants are participating in this massive festival, and the public is invited to vote for the best bowl of ramen in Montreal. And since people in Montreal have strong opinions about this sort of thing, we recommend trying a few different ones during the 19 days of RAMEN RAMEN.

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RAMEN RAMEN

Ramen, ラーメン in Japanese, is a Japanese dish inspired by Chinese cuisine but adapted to Japanese tastes. It’s a broth-based noodle soup topped with meat, eggs, fish, or tofu—and a variety of vegetables. The dish, imported from China in the 19th century, is incredibly versatile, and there’s a ramen to suit every taste.

There’s Tokyo Ramen, Shoyu Ramen, Shio Ramen, Katsura Ramen…

It’s also a great opportunity to check out the city’s coolest Japanese restaurants. The list of participating restaurants is here;

The full festival program and list of participating restaurants can be found here

Kazo Ramen – Ebi Tomato, courtesy of RAMEN RAMEN

Alongside the public vote, a jury of culinary creators and ambassadors from Montreal’s gastronomic scene will award the Jury Prize to the restaurant that stands out for its technique and culinary creativity during the festival.

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PRACTICAL INFO

Where? Montreal

When? From Monday, October 12, 2026 (Holiday, Thanksgiving Monday) to Sunday, October 25, 2026

What’s the program and practical info? Check it out here

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