Best Vegan Ramen in Christchurch

2 restaurant menus in New Zealand, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Sushi Soldier
Sushi Soldier
82/100 (357 ratings)
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"Loved the food. Fairly quick. Staff helpful. I..."
Janet Buckton
"Yummy..."
Frankie Lewis-Stevenson
"Would rate more than 5 stars if I could! Ramen was on point and service was amazing, there was a slight error in the system which cause a delay on..."
Jared
"I got the veggie ramen which was great for the chilly evening. The chefs were very kind and let me change the tempura veggies to crispy tofu (get..."
charlie
"Happy with the vegan bento box that come with vegan miso soup as well. So many little side dishes are good bonus. Enough for 2 person to share for..."
SixturdayW
"Tonkotsu ramen was amazing! The broth was probably the best I've had, rich and flavourful. Perfectly seasoned and all the flavours just went together..."
Chrissy
"The BEST salmon that I have had in a long time. Absolutely beautiful meal. The chicken katsu was..."
Aleshia
"This place is located in the little high food court in city center. Parking available with $2 dollars per hour fees. Assorted and wide ranging menu..."
s s
"Ordered sakedon, thick fresh salmon (rice was too much) but anyway worth it!.ᐟ .ᐟ Love to have such wonderful salmon don in..."
Sophie Bae
"I had the miso ramen and it was the best ramen I have ever had. The broth was very flavorful, nicely spicy and I wasn't even able to pinpoint all the..."
Georgia Yarrow
"Decided to go here for lunch as I had a real taste for Japanese. I wasn’t disappointed. Great range of food on the menu, so I went with the karaage..."
Matt Johns
"We got Sushi Soldier to cater an event with only a couple days notice, and they were amazing! Got so many compliments on the food! Very accommodating..."
Holly McCormack
"I purchased the Salmon Sashimi bowl (donburi) and it was excellent! Sashimi was fresh and melted in your mouth. Went back to get miso for the perfect..."
Rachel Rial
"Nice little place in the Little High Eatery. Got their Japanese Fried Chicken. Was really nice and tasted..."
Damian Hancock
Samurai Bowl
Samurai Bowl
75/100 (2931 ratings)
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"Very good food with polite staffs! They have a range of things you can order that can satisfy your love for Japanese food. Further more, it isn't..."
Angella Pham
"Staffs are pretty friendly and polite...food is unexpectedly acceptable 😬😬😬 and the price is great!!! Love it...definitely considered a..."
Yen Lim
"Had dinner at Samurai Bowl on a Monday evening. Fantastic place! It wasn’t crowded and the staffs were friendly. The serving size is generous and..."
Victor
"Its a paradise for Japanese food lovers . The place was quite busy during lunchtime when we reached however we enjoyed their hospitality ,food and..."
Vivek
"I love this place. The spicy miso ramen is to die for. Amazing service and great atmosphere One of my favourite Japanese restaurant in..."
Neha
"yummy food but their ramen is a bit salty.. good price and people were very welcoming.. the service was fast too even though it gets busy. hoping..."
Dankie Gig
"Pretty average flavor, nothing really exceptional. They are cheaper than other Japanese restaurants in ChCh so you can't expect fine dining like..."
Emi C
"Great food, service and atmosphere. I'd eat here again if I was back in Christchurch. Scollops and curry don were great. You finish a good meal like..."
Warren Easton
"Samurai bowl has been around for quite a long time and fairly well known for their good food.The ramen and rice dishes are one of the best..."
Will
"Easy cheap and probably one of the best quick eating Japanese places in Christchurch. The fried chicken was surprising nice! Tbh their ramen broth is..."
Annie Bananie
"I often come here with friends to enjoy the atmosphere. Small place and is usually packed for a reason; the food is great.Stand out dish is..."
Tiffany Shionaka
"Ambience is what you would expect for a cheap and cheerful, the Raman Noodles were OK but not overboard on the flavours, the best part was the miso..."
TorS Morgan
"Been here several times with friends and colleagues.If u are an ambience person then this is not a recommended place.Food however is good..."
Sanchit Kaushal
"Probably the only ramen pork base soup that matches my taste buds the most throughout Canterbury, I'm not a fan of tough big noodles but I won't be..."
Caroline
"First time here today for lunch and wow! Had the fried chicken and karange chicken and they were both amazing! Chicken was so tender and yum! Can not..."
Tracy Dorset
"Awsome place if you want a change in your menu..wasn't spicy to the point but yea it's really something to try out!Ambience is quite good and..."
Aniket Deshpande
"Love the tonkatsu ramen here!! broth was full of flavour with bouncy noodles and yummy soy ramen egg. We also had the karaage don, prawn cutlet which..."
May
"Reasonable prices and decent portions. Service was super quick and friendly. Had the kara-age curry rice. Curry was hearty and tasty while..."
Markus Ho
"Loved this place was super cheap and was amazed that you actually get your money's worth. Was a funny experience trying to eat with chopsticks for..."
Louwren Kloppers
"I love this place! Based in Christchurch CBD it is a fun quirky Japanese restaurant. Though it's very plain looking inside and out the food here has..."
Tezza
"Compared with its price, the food is definitely of great quality. Is it really that great? I'm afraid I wouldn't say so. But still it provides good..."
Rhinotter
"Love this place. For a quick cheap nosh up Japanese style there is nowhere better in Christchurch. Love the Japanese curries great food good..."
Shane E
"I come to Samurai Bowl pretty regularly and they're very consistent. I love the veggie curry don, with edamame beans as a starter. Service is always..."
Dave Kimber
"I love Samurai Bowl, Japanese at a very reasonable price. As you walk in the door the staff greet you with a friendly "Iirasshaimase"  (Which is a..."
Cameron Hambébé Buckley
"Samurai Bowl offers some of the most authentic Japanese meals at fantastic prices. Most mains are between $10-$16, and are large portions. Highly..."
Trendy Trevor
"Not exaggerating when I say Samurai Bowl is the best value for money in Christchurch. The service is always friendly, the food delicious and quick to..."
CJ Liu
"I come here frequently and it is perfect every time there is so much variety and flavours and the price is phenomenally good I really like the..."
Kees Vos
"Firstly let me start by saying this is one of the best value for money propositions in town. The food is excellent, both big services and full of..."
Rich T
"One of the best deals in town for genuine Japanese food. Delicious food, big portions, cheap prices and did I mention the food is delicious? Karaage..."
Dave Gainsford
"Great little place to eat! Always go there when friends ask to go to a cheap but delicious place, Samurai Bowl is definitely a place I'd always..."
Jen Triệu
"I had the Tonkotsu Ramen and my friend had the spicy miso ramen and we shared the 6pc dumplings. We were both impressed with the food and especially..."
E N
"Awesome value for money, very casual atmosphere, fast friendly service...."
Anna
"Loved the Vegan Yakisoba. Lots of vegetarian and vegan options. Simplistic setting and service but delicious food. Embrace the simple and just enjoy..."
Thomas
"Friendly staff, had a spicy miso ramen with..."
William Thomas
"I am happy with this friendly environment. The Ramen soup is so delicious and tasty. The curry was what I was expecting to my limits. I came on..."
Kaiden Mcdonald-Ringdahl
"One of the tastiest and affordable Japanese eateries in the city centre. I always try to dine here at least once everytime I visit Christchurch. Love..."
Yen Zen Huang
"My first ramen in Christchurch, it was yum and pleasant. Affordable price, pretty much quick service since order to get food ready. Might be need to..."
Erika Astried
"Just went here today with my daughter and I would just like to say that it’s absolutely amazing. First the service is great , my daughter and I had..."
TJDJ
"Food was delicious and came quickly. Prices were expensive for the portion size. I’m happy regardless, I visited just after 1pm, there was only two..."
Nat A
"Tasty food, friendly service and when i thought that deserves 5 stars itself - i had their dessert of mocha ice cream with Azuki donut. My family had..."
Gerald Ng
"i haven't been to town samurai bowl much since the wairakei rd one opened, but we did recently and were blown away! awesome rich broth, perfect eggs..."
Alisha
"I’ve just moved over from Melbourne and honestly this is one of the best ramens I’ve had outside of Japan! It’s No frills, sure, but big on..."
Bryce Cresswell
"Pretty good ramen, but can be better. Chashu pork is amazing, tender and flavorful, the broth is salty enough to taste but lack of umami, soft boiled..."
Carl K